Chapter 45

Bainbridge rubbed his cheek, his voice tinged with indignation. “He did it on purpose! He made me lose face in front of everyone.”

Jarvis ground his teeth in frustration, “Idiot! All those experts were clueless, how could he have known? Do you think he’s still the golden boy?”

Jarvis scoffed. “Howard’s influence at Chadwick Group has been eradicated by me. The path is clear for you. He’s nothing but a washed–up has–been.”

“Dad, what about today’s mess?”

“Tomorrow, donate fifty million to a charity. I’ll get the press to play it up. You need to be generous, acting like money’s no object. Don’t come off as petty.”

“Got it.” Bainbridge felt a wave of relief.

“As for that Vivien… she’s just for fun, she’s not in your league. And her gold–digging stepmother is a delusional woman.”

“I know, I was never serious,” Bainbridge curled his los into a sly smile. “She’s still somewhat useful to me.”

Jarvis subsided his anger and spoke dispassionately. “Make sure Waldo spikes the medication. Don’t let Howard linger too long.”

“I was planning on it even if you hadn’t said anything.”

always

years,

arrived for his routine

a smile. “Dr. Waldo,

doing my

Marina hesitated before asking. “About Mr. Howard’s condition. Can it be cured? You know, he’s a

muttered, looking quite vexed.

he replied soothingly. “Once his legs

relief, “That’s such a relief to hear.” She cast a side glance at Waldo, puzzled why Howard had confided in Dr.

master bedroom, where Gwendolyn and Howard were ready for him.

Chapter 45

acupuncture session, Waldo announced, “Mr. Chadwick is showing great improvement. We

new blend I’ve concocted, more effective.” Last night, after Mr. Bainbridge’s call, he had added quite a few ‘extras‘ to it.

in this, Howard wouldn’t

saying, “Mrs. Chadwick, could

He wasn’t leaving!

Howard, who gave a nearly imperceptible nod.

tub with warm water and watched as Waldo poured the powder into it,

at her sleeve, “What are you daydreaming about?”

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