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Rumors about Nathan Hill’s favoritism toward a mistress over his wife quickly spread through the elite circles, sparking outrage among noblewomen and debutantes. Nathan’s father had to expend significant effort to quell the damaging gossip.

Though the situation was resolved, Nathan’s reputation. suffered. Frustrated and disappointed, his father rewarded Caleb, Nathan’s half–brother, with control of a few more companies.

To reclaim his former glory, Nathan decided to pin all his hopes on the luxury brand company he had recently established. This endeavor was his only chance to prove his business acumen and redeem himself. Furthermore, he needed to show the world that his closeness with Victoria was purely for professional purposes.

**In Milan**

The preparation for the fashion design competition was nearing its end. Isabella had crafted numerous outfits but lacked a design catering to the upper–class market. It wasn’t because she lacked the skill, but rather because she couldn’t afford the premium materials and embellishments.

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This left her anxious, fearing that her mentor, Ms. Jasmine, might overlook her work due to this limitation.

Just then, a mysterious sum of money appeared in her bank account–a staggering eight–digit figure. Staring at the zeros, Isabella was stunned. She had never seen so much money int either of her two lives.

Should she call the police?

As she pondered, her phone rang. The number was unfamiliar. Trembling, she answered it.

“Sis!” came a familiar voice brimming with longing.

Relieved, Isabella exhaled. “Theo! Where have you been?”

“I’ve gone home,” Theodore replied, his voice tinged with sorrow. “Sis, I didn’t want to leave you, but I can’t fight against my family’s decisions right now. Please forgive me for leaving without saying goodbye.”

don’t blame you.

the capital. With their immense fortune came a ruthless struggle for power,

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like pawns. She couldn’t help but worry about

Grandpa treats me well. How

“I’m fine, just busy preparing for the upcoming fashion design competition. I haven’t had time to check on

your competition. Use the money I sent if you need it. Just let me know if you

you get

he admitted. “I heard Nathan Hill spent a fortune backing Victoria’s participation. This competition is all about showcasing luxury. Without the resources,

failure weighed on her. She didn’t want Theodore’s support to go to

you to lose confidence or

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all this. Whatever is left, I’ll save for you. You’ll need it to find a wife someday.”

exasperated. “Do you think I’ll need to

will chase you. But if you meet

marry someone I’ve chosen myself, I’ll cherish her for life,” he promised.

is, she’ll be

they ended the call, Theodore warned, “Sis, don’t look at the online

years, she had learned to avoid pain like a lowly amoeba. “Don’t

“Good.”

from around

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accommodations

most luxurious hotel. To refine her designs, Victoria convinced him to visit the city’s raw material markets,

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