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.

previous condition, Clifton had occasionally let his

she was fully aware

the blow of the tax evasion accusation, there

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would have to bear the consequences of his

to see him

Harriet’s ears, causing them to

Delbert’s deep

that drew her in.

pouted and softly spoke. “Nah. I only

her feelings to Delbert, and then her next

slowly got up, sat down on his lap,

Why didn’t you sleep with

sensible enough to leave

was in turmoil, his expression remained

his finger, masking his inner delight.

upset with you. How should you compensate me?”

intent, Harriet twiddled her fingers