Under the heiress facade

Chapter 760

From Daphne's horror and look of disbelief, Ember knew she had overheard everything. If Albert learned of the truth, Rhett would be completely done for.

Ember wanted him to succeed Albert as the next head of the family, so she would never let Daphne tell anyone the truth.

"When did you get here, Daphne?" Ember stepped forward and asked with a forced smile.

Daphne noticed Ember's unfriendly smile and did not answer her. Instead, she asked

anxiously, "Mom, have you seen Cecily? I don't know where she went and haven't been able to find her."

Ember grew suspicious upon hearing that. She scrutinized Daphne's expression as if she were trying to catch her lying.

"Ms. Cecily didn't show up here, Ms. Daphne," the maid beside Ember responded to Daphne. "Alright. I'll check out Bernard's place, then," Daphne said before turning to leave in a hurry.

Ember watched Daphne dash away with a sinister gaze. Indeed, Daphne had heard everything. Ember would not let her live for long.

the same time. She had seen Daphne dashing off while she

was

flashed through Ember's eyes as she replied, "Gemma, I don't

and immediately tugged at Ember's hand. "Mrs. Killian Senior, did she find any

Noticing her demeanor made Gemma more terrified

Killian Senior, you must help me since we're in the same boat. Please quickly help me come up with an

was very satisfied with Gemma's reaction. She pretended to pat Gemma's hand warmly. "Don't fret. Since Lucius has already

the future, such as helping him out in the company, I

Corporation. After hearing Ember out, Gemma immediately

misappropriating the public funds.

also find the right

Gemma's answer. Later, Ember instructed Linda to seek out

which matched the investigation's results earlier. The recollection of what happened

"Isn't

did every day was read books and admire art with Greg, completely neglecting his responsibilities.