The Second Life of a Discarded Heiress

Chapter 446

Monica stared at the scene, utterly stunned. That's the kind of ruthless resolve you'd expect from a CEO-able to conquer even the fear that's haunted her for decades.

She was sure of it now: her formidable aunt was absolutely wrapped around her daughter's little finger.

It wasn't until several days later that Jeanette's family learned the truth: Citrine was the chairwoman of CICI Group. The news left them all ashen-faced.

Jeanette was seething with envy.

Dick and Aline sat across from each other in the living room, the tension in the air almost tangible.

Aline's face was pale, her anxiety barely contained. "Dick, do you think she's going to come after us?"

Dick took a drag from his cigarette, his voice dark and venomous. "If I'd known that brat would turn out this capable, I should've finished her off back then."

"I sent her away to Mirage Cay, figured it was a one-way ticket. I thought I'd covered all the bases-who would've guessed she'd survive and come back?"

Aline bit her lip in regret. If only she'd had the nerve to get rid of that wretch for good, they wouldn't be living in constant fear now.

of impending doom. She turned to Dick, her voice certain and low.

even of age, and it was Aline who'd pushed Sawyer to send Citrine abroad, arranging for her

knew everything

her back-hardly a threat. But now she was the head of CICI Group, one

hold a grudge like no

innocent act she puts on. She's ruthless under

is by being soft. She'll never let us off the

from the corner. "Mom, Dad, don't worry. Even if Citrine is chairwoman of CICI Group now, don't forget-Dad stiff has the Glenwood family behind him. No

nodded, consideration flickering in his eyes.

some color returning to her

voice low and cold. "While that little brat's

to get rid of

turned to look

just gave a thin,

Citrine was at school when

something's happened at

furrowed, but she kept her voice calm. "What is it? Slow