The Darling of the Paranoid Tycoon by Cheryl Rice

Chapter 45 Unforeseen Trouble

“Hold up! I’ll be right back!”

Clifton hastily ended the call, and now he lost interest in asking Harriet about her mother’s legacy.

His sole focus now was to return home to tackle the pressing issue.

“Mr. Delbert, my apologies. Something urgent has cropped up at home, so I must take my leave. I’ll come by another day,” he announced hurriedly, forgetting his disguise as he dashed off.

Earlier on the phone, Bessie had informed him about an anonymous tip-off to the press, accusing him of tax evasion.

Journalists from major media outlets swarmed outside their house, vying for the scoop.

This left Clifton feeling flustered.

He had executed everything perfectly and had been certain th one would find out.

‘Who could be behind this leak? Could it be someone around me wondered.

Harriet shot a cold glance at Clifton’s retreating figure.

Clifton had occasionally let his guard

was fully aware of what he

the tax evasion accusation,

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bear the consequences of his

unwilling to

ears, causing them to flush

meeting Delbert’s deep eyes. They seemed to

that drew her in.

pouted and softly spoke. “Nah. I only care about you.”

her feelings to Delbert, and then her next actions surprised everyone at the scene.

slowly got up, sat down on his lap, and nestled into his arms.

were you upset this morning? Why didn’t you sleep with me?” she asked

enough to

was in turmoil, his expression remained composed and solemn.

his finger, masking his

was just upset with you. How should you

twiddled her fingers and blushed.” How about a