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.

occasionally

had regained her intelligence, she was fully aware of

the blow of the tax evasion accusation,

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have to bear the

You’re unwilling to see him leave?”

ears, causing them to flush red.

up, meeting Delbert’s deep eyes. They

that drew her

and softly spoke. “Nah. I only care about

her feelings to Delbert, and then her

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

didn’t you sleep with me?” she asked

were sensible enough to leave the two

was in turmoil, his expression remained composed and

with his finger, masking

was just upset with you. How should you compensate

intent, Harriet twiddled her fingers and blushed.” How about a kiss?”