Under the heiress facade

Just as Hera left, Frederick walked in. He noticed Hera leaving with a contract and knew Rhett had already signed her. This humiliated him. Every time Frederick saw Hera, he was reminded of how foolish he was. He once insulted her, calling her worthless, all while praising Raven.

Frederick was certain that Hera had to be laughing at him. The more he thought about it, the more ashamed he felt. He couldn't accept his humiliation, especially since he had always been the one to bully her. "Contact Adorbs Corp and tell them to continue their collaboration with Everett Group," Rhett instructed when he saw Frederick.

Frederick frowned. "Dad, are we really going to work with her? What if she takes the opportunity to steal information from the company?"

"How many times do I have to tell you? Be patient. No pain, no gain." Rhett glanced at him.

"But-" Frederick argued.

Rhett cut him off, "No buts. In fact, I'm hoping she does try to sabotage the Killian Corporation. It'll make it easier to pin a crime on her and crush her completely."

Frederick immediately understood Rhett's motives. Indeed, signing Hera meant she was like a pig to the slaughter. With this realization, Frederick's anger quickly dissipated.

...

was evening when Hera left

the security guards, asking them to drive Hera out. But Hera stopped them, saying it wasn't necessary. She had noticed

in

way. I'll leave on my own," Hera

she walked along the path, she noticed the carvings on the walls and was reminded of Daphne. This place held many

bench. At this hour, the maids

glanced back and caught sight of a figure dressed in white hiding behind the

smile tugged at her

stood up and continued walking. The sound behind her also picked up, matching her pace. Hera

an artificial lake at the end of the path. Hera exited the path and walked onto

was following her

stopped in his tracks. If he continued,