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.

some admiration for the mysterious Kimberly. Immediately, he changed the topic, asking. “By the way, is there still no news of

a few days ago to stop keeping an eye on Ms. Xander?”

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

“I want you to investigate

do with each other, but Christopher’s sharp instincts and senses told him they shared

Mr. Levine.” With that, Felix slipped

Katherine’s departure, Felix felt it had

CEO.

eyes, Felix had always

in the investigation of Katherine’s whereabouts, which made

want you to run a background check on two

other end of the phone was Noah Coleman, Christopher’s childhood friend, who was

that not even you, the great Christopher, can handle?” Noah teased. He finally got the

so many years.

getting less

any information even after days

“Who do you want to

on Katherine to Noah.

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goes, you can’t make bricks without straw. You’re basically asking me

that was the complicated situation Christopher was facing. He genuinely

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

could only stay at the mansion where Katherine previously

he would space out unexpectedly as the image of the unlikeable Katherine appeared in

a shameless woman that would do

cousin, Whitney, was throwing a tantrum upon

that morning, Whitney ran to Kimberly’s room, banging on the door. To

with her cousin. If Kimberly had not returned, Whitney would have become the successor of

her dreams shattered. On top of that, Kimberly even wanted to chase her out of the house.

Kimberly, Whitney could only throw a hissy fit by scattering things.

high–end customized doll sailed in midair, William caught it and said, “Whitney, stop it. If your grandfather finds out, he’ll send you

heiress that grew up here. All this time, we’ve lived under the shadow of Uncle Cameron

shouldn’t say such nonsense in the future. You might get into trouble. Listen to me. I’ll ensure our new home is as well–renovated as

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