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.

condition, Clifton had occasionally let his guard down around

was fully aware of what

blow of the tax evasion accusation, there would

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have to bear the consequences

You’re unwilling to see him leave?”

Harriet’s ears, causing them to flush red.

looked up, meeting Delbert’s deep eyes. They

mesmerizing power that drew

pouted and softly spoke. “Nah. I

feelings to Delbert, and then her next

slowly got up, sat down on his lap, and nestled

this morning? Why didn’t you sleep

servants were sensible enough to leave the two alone.

Delbert’s mind was in turmoil, his expression remained composed

Harriet’s face with his finger, masking his

with you.

her fingers and blushed.” How about a