The Forgotten Girl Is Back For Revenge

Chapter 161

Chapter 161

Once again, she disguised herself completely.

Raphael rubbed his temples gently, unsure whether this was a good sign or a bad one.

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That afternoon, Hailey was discharged from the hospital. Instead of returning to her old apartment, she went straight to Dalton Mansion with all her belongings.

Thomas had visited her at the hospital earlier that morning and had already brought up the idea of her moving back in- something she had anticipated. He was genuinely hopeful that Hailey would return home.

Thomas had two sons in his lifetime.

The eldest, Kenneth, was sharp and capable. He took over the family business early on and managed it with remarkable efficiency.

The younger, Aiden, was lazy, indulgent, and obsessed with proving himself. The contrast between the two couldn’t be

starker.

Now elderly and no longer fit to oversee anything, Thomas had handed over full control of the company to Kenneth two years ago. With Kenneth and his son Isaac at the helm, Thomas had little to worry about–except for Aiden, who was a constant source of frustration.

Since Aiden lacked real management skills, Thomas had Kenneth arrange a cushy position for him at the company–no responsibilities, good salary, the best deal anyone could ask for.

But Aiden, of course, felt slighted.

He believed Thomas favored Kenneth and gave him all the best opportunities. He caused a few scenes over it, but to avail. Eventually, Aiden started acting out–embezzling funds, cutting corners.

Kenneth had noticed it long ago, but out of respect for their brotherhood and concern for their aging father, he kept it quiet.

No one expected Hailey to come back from the dead. It had been two full years–her reappearance shocked everyone.

To Aiden, her return felt like divine intervention. He had witnessed her competence firsthand two years ago,

So this time around, he made a show of being especially warm and welcoming to her–unaware that he was actually inviting a vengeful reaper into his home.

in the Dalton Mansion. Hailey had just finished unpacking her things and stepped out of her room, only to overhear Aiden downstairs speaking with Thomas, trying to

descended

his expression grim.

still somewhat wary of Thomas and kept

sitting on the sofa alongside Aiden was

looked familiar, but couldn’t quite

woman was undeniably beautiful. Even while pregnant, she looked polished and graceful with light makeup, no

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sloppiness.

Hailey’s gaze, the woman–Mattic–looked up and smiled faintly.

that instant, Hailey remembered where she’d seen her before–two years ago, at

sofa, rushing toward her with exaggerated emotion, eyes glistening with fake

smile, brushed past him, and took a seat on the sofa. Her eyes

moment.

She didn’t seem like the type who’d willingly marry someone twenty

her, eager to keep up the act. Just as he was about to offer more fake concern, Hailey interrupted him. “Father, do you remember the project

Aiden feigned

instead. “Grandfather, Father might not remember, but

a slight nod. “Of course

didn’t believe I could pull it off. But it’s been two years, and I went back to compare the ratings for Moonblade Legends and

THE

time. Although mine started off slower, its ratings steadily

viewership at best. Given my results, Grandfather, doesn’t that mean I’ve earned my place

innocent, her

objection to Hailey joining the company. He still saw her as his daughter and believed

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from her–no deference, no gratitude. Just cool politeness.

couldn’t allow her in the company.

said with a troubled expression. “And besides, you’ve been gone for two years. None of us know where you were or

all innocence. “Why not?”

lowered his eyes, and finally sighed like he was revealing a deep secret. “There’s something