When Her "Death" Couldn't Break Him (Cecilia and Nathaniel)

Chapter 1421 The DNA Test Results

Nicholas never anticipated that his brother would care so deeply about Cecilia, going to such lengths to locate her. Yet, the world was vast, and Nicholas had meticulously severed all of Cecilia's ties to the outside world. It seemed unlikely-almost impossible-that Nathaniel would ever find her in this lifetime.

"Let him be," Nicholas said.

Stella stood motionless. "What about the matter you promised me?" she asked cautiously.

"Why the rush?" Nicholas replied coolly. "The situation hasn't been resolved yet."

Now aligned with Nicholas, Stella had no choice but to follow his every command. She lowered her head submissively. "You're right. I was wrong."

Nicholas said, "All that remains is the grand finale-making sure Nathaniel believes Cecilia is truly gone."

Stella couldn't help but think Nicholas was utterly insane, going to such lengths for just one woman.

"All right. I'll make the arrangements." Despite so, she kept her thoughts to herself.

Nicholas hummed in response.

he put on his coat

Nicholas arrived at the company, Jocelyn greeted him with a look of concern. "Mr. Nicholas, you've been

need, Jocelyn. I've been quite happy lately-nothing's wrong. You're just overthinking

response, Jocelyn hesitated but ultimately decided

stack of documents for him to sign. "If I may ask, where have you been these past few days?" she inquired

no one knew where he

you already know you shouldn't ask, then don't," he replied

to her in such a harsh tone. After a moment of stunned silence, she finally managed to say, "I'm sorry. I overstepped my bounds." "A bitter

at Nicholas' silhouette through the glass.

years, she had devoted

him, believing she held a unique place in his life-something more than just another employee. But now, the reality settled in: she was nothing more than a subordinate,

composed herself and

resist leaning in. "Ms. Wright, have you

secretaries, having worked with Cecilia for some time, were all

in confusion. "How do you all

learned

discreetly had the matter investigated that she discovered the truth: the focus