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

was fully aware of what he

tax evasion accusation, there

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would have to bear the consequences

to see him

a warm breath tingled Harriet’s ears, causing them to flush

Delbert’s deep eyes. They seemed

power that

softly spoke. “Nah. I only

and then her next actions surprised

his lap, and

Why didn’t

servants were sensible enough to

mind was in turmoil, his expression remained composed and solemn.

face with his finger, masking his inner

with you. How should

Harriet twiddled her fingers and blushed.”