Chapter 9

By the end of the day, Kimberly was so exhausted that she almost collapsed to the ground.

Esther Hansley, the maid at the Larson residence, added Kimberly’s favorite rose. petals into the bathwater that the former had prepared for the latter.

As the sound of the piano piece Kimberly loved reverberated in the room, she lit her favorite vervain–scented candle.

At that moment, she could finally let her guard down and relax temporarily.

Whenever she was Katherine, she felt like a puppet as she had to accommodate her life to Christopher’s schedule.

Nonetheless, she was free most of the time when being Katherine.

On the other hand, whenever she took on the role of Kimberly, her schedule became utterly packed. She did not dare to slack off in the least.

Even so, she preferred being herself. Only at times like this could she freely express her own thoughts, feelings, and dignity.

Meanwhile, Levine Group remained brightly lit. All employees were working overtime.

In the CEO’s office was Christopher, who asked, “Are you sure that the CEO of Larson Corporation has gotten replaced?”

So much had happened that he did not pay much attention to the status of his competitor.

“Yes, Mr. Levine. The eldest daughter of the Larson family, Kimberly Larson, has just been appointed the new CEO,” answered Felix politely.

“Larson Corporation has announced on social media that they’re gathering stories. related to ‘Queen. They must be speeding up the launch of their latest jewelry collection,” said Christopher with a thoughtful gaze and cold aura. “It seems like we shouldn’t underestimate whoever this woman is as she wants to take advantage of our downfall by snatching up market shares.”

The jewelry business of Levine Group had dwindled significantly at this point.

Fortunately, as public relations had stepped in to rescue things promptly, the company. could slowly regain its lost market shares.

“Inform the sales and marketing department to give our loyal customers a 20 percent discount, while new customers get 15 percent,” Christopher instructed.

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He knew the cost–performance ratio would not be too high if a well–known company like his wanted to fight a price war.

Yet, drastic times called for extreme measures. As long as his company survived this crisis, he believed it could bounce back in the future.

and had some admiration for the mysterious Kimberly. Immediately, he changed the topic, asking. “By the way,

Felix was utterly befuddled. “Mr. Levine, didn’t you tell me a few days ago

wondered, “Since when has Mr. Levine become so temperamental? Could he still have

voice, “I want

nothing to do with each other, but Christopher’s sharp instincts and senses told

Levine.” With that, Felix slipped out of

had become increasingly

CEO.

eyes, Felix had always been a

of

I want you to run a background check on two people,” said

Noah Coleman, Christopher’s childhood friend, who was also a top

even you, the great Christopher, can

Christopher after so many years.

are getting less reliable each day. They still haven’t

even after days of investigation,” said

instant. His stern voice asked, “Who do you want to investigate? Give

had on Katherine to Noah. As for

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goes, you can’t make bricks without straw. You’re basically asking me to look for a needle in a haystack!”

facing. He genuinely was not withholding any details about the two

Maxwell, Christopher did not dare to return home. before settling the

at the mansion where

would space out unexpectedly as the image of the unlikeable

quickly snap to his senses and tell himself that she was a shameless woman

a tantrum upon finding

the door. To the former’s surprise, the latter was not in the room.

not returned, Whitney

returned, her dreams shattered. On top of that,

Kimberly, Whitney could only throw a hissy fit

William caught it and said, “Whitney, stop it. If your grandfather

grew up here. All this time, we’ve

You might get into trouble. Listen to me. I’ll ensure our new

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