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.

her previous condition, Clifton had occasionally let his guard down around her.

intelligence, she was fully aware of what he had

from the blow of the tax

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would have to bear the consequences of his

You’re unwilling to see him

warm breath tingled Harriet’s ears, causing them to

Delbert’s deep eyes. They seemed to

mesmerizing power that drew her

and softly spoke. “Nah. I

and then her next actions surprised everyone

on his lap, and nestled into his

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

to

turmoil, his expression

his finger,

with you. How should you compensate me?”

his playful intent, Harriet twiddled her fingers and blushed.” How about a