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 down around her.

her intelligence, she was fully aware of what he had

blow of the tax

+25 BONUS

to bear the consequences

unwilling to see him

breath tingled Harriet’s ears, causing them to flush red.

up, meeting Delbert’s deep eyes. They seemed

a mesmerizing power that drew her in.

softly spoke. “Nah. I

feelings to Delbert, and then her next actions

his lap, and nestled into

upset this morning? Why didn’t you

sensible enough to leave the

turmoil, his expression remained

poked Harriet’s face with his finger, masking

with you. How should you compensate

his playful intent, Harriet twiddled her