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Chapter 12 The Shattered Dream Of Wealth

A sensation was caused by Ericko’s statement.

No one had anticipated such an outcome, and immediate discussions ensued.

Maggie pursed her lips, remaining silent.

As expected, her brother always had the courage to set things right. Otherwise, other families would find it difficult to minimize their losses in such situations due to concerns about their reputation.

On the sidelines, Vanessa was stunned, turning her head towards Ericko on the stage in disbelief, her face frozen.

How could this be?

What did Ericko mean?

Phillip and Fiona also stood motionless, with Phillip unable to restrain himself from asking, “Ericko, what do you mean? Is there a mistake?”

As he spoke, Phillip couldn’t help but glance at Vanessa, who was not far away, his eyes becoming red.

However, with just one look, he unavoidably noticed Maggie beside her. The girl had a radiant and delicate face with a hint of aloofness in her features. Her eyes were sharp and clear, like precious gems.

“Dad, the testing center just called. They said there was an error with the DNA samples.” Phillip was brought back to the present moment by Ericko’s words before he could dwell on his thoughts.

Vanessa tightly gripped the wine glass, her expression changing. The smile that hadn’t completely disappeared now appeared strained and unattractive.

Upon hearing Ericko’s confident response, Phillip’s heart sank a little. His gaze towards Vanessa became more probing, and some of the usual warmth was replaced with something less affectionate.

This matter was not only about the DNA test results. It also involved the jade pendant in Vanessa’s hand.

Initially, Vanessa came with the jade pendant, and later, she suggested the paternity test. Ericko didn’t mention the jade pendant, attributing the mistake solely to the test results, evidently saving Vanessa some face and not wanting to make the situation too unsightly.

But if Vanessa was not truly his and Fiona’s child, then it was a deliberate deception!

Facing Phillip’s cold gaze, Vanessa felt her throat tighten, and a thin layer of sweat appeared on her forehead.

“Phillip… Fiona’s vision darkened, but she forced herself not to faint. Over the years, there had been people falsely claiming relationships, but this time, it truly shattered her brief happiness.

“Mr. Adam… What… what is happening?” Vanessa couldn’t help but speak, her heart heavy with unease..

did this happen?

Balance:

1416 + 312

= 1 Pearls.

12 The Shattered

Politely but distantly, he said, “You must be well aware of

just one sentence, Vanessa clenched her

exactly did the mistake

Ericko suddenly change his attitude?

it that he suddenly discovered something?

front of her.

of mockery, “Tsk! The shattered dreams of wealth. I’m afraid it’s not your

they shook Vanessa to the core, leaving her trembling with

What are you so proud of?”

with a smile,

were straightforward, but each one struck Vanessa’s heart. Vanessa’s lips trembled slightly, her pupils dilated with anger. Through gritted teeth, she said, “You b*tch!”

to afford the clothes you’re wearing.” Maggie said calmly, feeling a sense of satisfaction in her

to her and the Adams in her past

commotion could be heard from outside the banquet hall “Let go! I want to get

a high pitch, accompanied by the constant noise of

to look. The security personnel hurriedly stepped forward and explained, “There’s a drunk causing trouble.”

“Take him away, don’t disturb the

sooner had he spoken than the drunkard, unable to free himself from the security, shouted hoarsely, “Where’s Vanessa? Tell her to come out! How come she doesn’t recognize me as her father after climbing the

hint of

did Gerald, that drunkard, end up

everyone, Otherwise, everyone would know that she was the daughter of a drunkard, and they would

you? Let me tell you, I know heet whether you’re mu dunahter! If you don’t

Balance:

1 Coins:

1416+ 286

1 Pearls

12 The Shattered Dream

said in a deep voice,

granted, the security let Gerald

in a cheap suit, the suit wrinkled and oversized. The man had a greasy face, and his slightly

yellowed eyes, showing more signs of age compared