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.”

loser was always a

years,

next day. Waldo arrived for his routine acupuncture home visit.

attentive hostess, took Waldo’s medicine chest with a smile. “Dr. Waldo, you’re always so dedicated to

my

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

muttered, looking quite

the downfall But he replied soothingly. “Once his legs are

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

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

Chapter 45

“Mr. Chadwick is showing great improvement. We need to adjust his prescription.”

packet of herbal bath powder from his chest, “This is a new blend I’ve concocted, more effective.” Last night, after Mr. Bainbridge’s call,

week in this, Howard

to take the powder, but Waldo pulled back, saying, “Mrs. Chadwick, could you draw the bath? I’m gonna stick around today

He wasn’t leaving!

troubled, looked at Howard, who

warm water and watched as Waldo poured the powder

in,” Howard tugged at her sleeve, “What are

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