The Perfect Wife's Perfect Revenge

Chapter 686

She called Maynard, her former father's assistant, and asked him to look into someone named Patti Yale.

The reply came quickly. Maynard's efficiency and competence were beyond question—he faxed Gwyneth a full dossier on Patti Yale, from birth all the way to her current circumstances.

As a consummate executive assistant, Maynard didn't ask a single unnecessary question.

"Mr. Maynard, I need you to keep this a secret for me."

Gwyneth knew that anyone who'd lasted over a decade working for the Langford family had to be exceptionally sharp.

Afraid he might report back to Victoria, she reminded him in time.

"Yes, Miss," Maynard replied smoothly.

But not five seconds after giving his word, Maynard had already included a detailed account of Gwyneth's recent activities in his daily report to Victoria.

He'd always followed Victoria's instructions to keep an eye on Gwyneth, no matter where she was.

Gwyneth had no idea; her trusted "Mr. Maynard" had already betrayed her without a second thought.

Victoria received a comprehensive report on Gwyneth-every bit of it the result

was different from the others; Victoria had

found happiness, Victoria couldn't stop herself from wanting to know about her daily

this marriage she'd pinned

obstacle before it

her daughter's number. The moment Gwyneth saw "Mom" flash on the

hesitated for a

"Mom..."

to get the word out before her tears spilled

Victoria couldn't see her face

you haven't called me in days. How are you? When are you

was actually a good sign-it meant Gwyneth was happy, living her life without being haunted by guilt

it? I'll come back then," Gwyneth

Victoria, ever perceptive, saw right through her. She didn't address it directly; instead, she circled around the topic and

up, don't try to

throat tightened, but she forced herself to sound

won't, Mom. Hawthorne... he's very good

her teeth. For the first