Falling for a Lie: My Stepbrother's Hidden Revenge

Chapter 281

Eder chose to ignore the situation and turned his attention back to the window, his eyes once again displaying their usual indifference. The lip marks on his fair skin gave him the appearance of a victimized spouse. In the presence of Sylvia, his previously dominant and cold CEO demeanor had vanished completely.

Noticing his hesitation, Sylvia refrained from pursuing further conversation. “Okay, take your time to compose yourself. But cease bringing up canceling the engagement or ending the relationship. You initiated the situation first, and now you want to back out? Absolutely not! Eder, you are fated to be with me in this lifetime! And I’m sorry, but this is simply who I am – dominant. Your realization is coming too late! You can regret it all you want!”

With a self–satisfied huff, she rose Sylviafully and exited the room.

Sylvia understood Eder all too well. He was steadfast, with walls around his heart not easily broken down.

He was a silent sufferer, concealing his anguish and torment.

As for why he evolved such a persona, Sylvia had her theories, which she believed to be about 70 to 80

percent accurate.

At the last banquet, Grandfather Grant had been irate and even threatened punishment for Eder in Sylvia’s presence.

His parents had perished in a car accident when he was still a child, leaving him in the care of

Grandfather Grant.

The elderly man was stern and held archaic beliefs. Eder must have endured his harsh discipline and beatings, forced to suffer alone since no one offered comfort.

He held his loved ones in high regard yet preferred to keep his emotions concealed, particularly when he harbored intense feelings of affection. Sylvia had a hunch that his ailment went beyond a mere physical injury. In fact, Eder could be ill!

Furthermore, his abnormal behavior indicated that the issue was far from trivial.

Even though Eder remained silent, it didn’t mean she couldn’t investigate alone!

As she departed from the office premises, her mind was occupied with various musings. It was then that she chanced upon Eric, who happened to be stationed in close proximity.

As Sylvia drew near to Eric, she leaned in and spoke softly, “I need to speak with you. Please come with me quietly.” Eric’s confusion showed on his face as he asked, “What’s going on?” Sylvia’s stern expression

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complied with her request and clumsily trailed her toward a secluded

what’s the

expression, Sylvia asked, “How long have you been with Eder?”

been over ten years,

thoughtful as she nodded, deciding to press further. “On this trip to the border, did Eder get

hurt?”

with him. We wouldn’t allow Mr. Storm to get injured

seemed at ease, answering

to form in Sylvia’s mind. “Then it must be some sort of

refraining from a

better than

look on her face. “Why would you

and you’re also refusing to spill the

“I…”

was knocked off the bed. That signifies he’s weak. Just now, I noticed his pallid face. Even if you continue to deny it, I won’t believe you. So, tell me, what’s wrong with

him?”

one of distress as he held back the truth. A deep sigh escaped him before he spoke, his tone weighted with reluctance.

before dialing a number of a Dark Bell member. “I want you to investigate Eder’s recent travels over

“Understood, boss.”

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to the CEO’s office, he received a summons from Eder to come inside. Upon entering, he noticed the CEO seated

that touched Ava in the morning were now discarded into a

summoned me?”

most of the lipstick stains from his face. “Where were you just now?”

to be honest. “Miss Lancelot wanted to see me. She suspects you are ill and

it with me.”

you spilled everything?”

to refute. “No, no! I

softened a bit.

decided to tread cautiously, “But Boss, you know how Miss Lancelot is. Now that she is suspicious, she won’t rest until she uncovers the truth. Are you certain you

dropped his gaze, a wave of desolation washing over him. “I’ll give it more thought. In the meantime, verify the modifications related to the S404 virus, and run another check.”

not to pursue the matter further.

Sylvia had barely settled into her thoughts

places he frequents most are the Grant Corporation, the National Security