Facade of Love

Chapter 45 A Master of Manipulation

In the past, Idris‘ words would have stirred my emotions, but now, they only left me feeling numb.

I looked at him, a laugh escaping my l*ps, but I did not feel like speaking anymore.

The autumn sun was inviting, shining upon the Young’s Old Manor. Madam Young was basking in its warmth, comfortably seated in a rocking chair in the yard. As Idris and I arrived, she was feigning sleep, her eyes closed.

Mr. Zachary had two chairs brought over and served us two cups of clear tea. He then stood next to Madam Young, whispering, “The guests have arrived.”

At the sound of his voice, Madam Young leisurely opened her eyes, her gaze falling on us. She exchanged a few subtle words with Idris before turning to me with some inconsequential questions.

After a while, she found an excuse to send Idris away.

Then, she turned to me. “I’ve heard about your father’s situation. It may seem inappropriate for me, as an elder, to discuss other matters with you at this time, but I am Idris’s grandmother, and I have the Youngs‘ interests to consider. You must have seen the news headlines. Have you thought about how to handle it?”

I pressed my l*ps together, pausing for a moment before responding, “I’ve arranged for Scott Corporation’s PR to handle the headline. The issue should be under control soon.”

I held back my next words, choosing instead to study her.

The best course of action is to suppress it. But remember, this is a fact that’s now public knowledge.

scandal, were prone to wild speculation. Now that it was

didn’t anticipate this situation. I’m truly sorry for the damage it’s caused the

me, her anger seemingly tempered. She lightly pursed her l*ps. “What’s done is done. You’re a victim too, so I don’t blame you.” She paused, then added, “But the

for a divorce from Idris as soon as possible.” I hesitated, then added,

child. If I suddenly revealed that it was all a

resentment

Young seemed to have anticipated my thoughts. She looked at me, her eyes shrewd. “This could be a golden. opportunity. I can tell Idris has feelings for you. If you were to ask for a divorce without reason, he wouldn’t agree. Yvette, you’re a smart girl. This non–existent child you’re carrying

Young wanted me to use this non–existent child I was supposedly carrying to force

she truly was a seasoned veteran of the business battlefield, even going as far as to plan my exit strategy. She knew Idris well, understood his deep sense of love and responsibility, and was aware that our years as a married

be devoid of feelings.

a divorce, Idris, out of concern and obligation, would

to deeply wound Idris’s heart, causing him to abandon his

of the outcome,

A Master

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