After lunch, Brian was called back for an emergency meeting.

Diana was hugely relieved, and as soon as he left, she called Sybil to tell her she was tired of shopping. Despite a brief protest from Sybil, they finally called it a day and went home.

Lying on the couch, Diana was overwhelmed with complicated feelings.

Sensing she was troubled, Sybil approached her and asked, "What's wrong?"

Diana was desperate to ask someone for advice.

"Sybil, what would you do if a man who you had some bad experiences with in the past told you he loves you?"

Of course, it was clear that the man Diana mentioned was Brian. So Sybil replied in her usual direct way, "Diana, I know Brian might not have behaved well before, but I think he is serious about you."

"How did you know I was talking about your brother?" she asked in surprise.

Sybil shrugged. Anyone could tell that it was obvious.

Diana didn't want to discuss Brian any longer, so she got up and went to her room to think about what to do.

At the same moment, Antonette was in a similar state of anxiety, but for very different reasons, as she was busy snooping around her mother's house.

Having added a sleeping pill to her mother's drink, Antonette was sure she wouldn't be disturbed.

Antonette rummaged through the drawers in the bedroom, desperately looking for something. As she searched, she suddenly noticed there was a small black box under the bed.

Antonette struggled to reach the box, hidden deep underneath the bed, but was finally able to pull it out. The box was covered in dust, which she carefully wiped clean, and then opened the lid.

After seeing what was inside, Antonette smiled happily. There were photos of Jenny and Simon together when they were younger. And under those pictures was a report with the results of a paternity test.

Naturally, Antonette understood why her mother had acted so weirdly after hearing Simon's name. She must have taken the paternity testing to Simon many years ago but been rejected, hence her feelings towards Simon William and his family. It perhaps even explained her treatment of Antonette throughout her childhood.

It was a pretty depressing thought for Antonette, knowing that both her parents hated her.

However, Antonette quickly pushed those dark thoughts to one side and grasped the box. She was filled with hatred. Would Simon be happy about his daughter coming back for him in such a way?

Antonette left her mother's house with the box in hand and called Kyle.

Seeing the caller's name, Kyle was instantly unhappy. "Hello?" he said gruffly.

But Antonette ignored his negative tone and answered gently, "Kyle, I have the evidence."

"What? Where are you? I'll pick you up." Antonette had certainly gotten his attention with that news.

Antonette gave him her location to go and pick her up, happy that he seemed to appreciate the importance of what she'd found.

They were in the same boat now, and she needed him as much as he needed her.

Kyle soon arrived, and Antonette got into his car with a big smile.

"Where is the evidence?" Kyle asked impatiently.

"Kyle, relax. It's all under control."

Kyle was irritated already. "Antonette, stop playing your tricks." He had dropped what he was doing and drove straight to Antonette after the call. He didn't want to waste time playing games. If Antonette didn't have some real proof, he would teach her a lesson.

Noticing his anger, Antonette took out the box and handed it to Kyle.

"Kyle, have you forgotten that we slept together before? Why are you always so mean? It breaks my heart," she said sadly.

However, Kyle was too focused on the evidence Antonette had given him to notice her amateur dramatics.

Of course, the bad part was that Kyle was now sure Antonette was his cousin. He was disgusted that he had slept with his cousin.

Antonette ignored his detesting look and smiled at him.

"Kyle, we are family now. I hope we can have a good relationship in the future."

She reached out her hand to him, staring right in his face.

Squinting his eyes, Kyle gazed at Antonette. Unfortunately, it was clear that with Antonette's assistance, he would have a better chance to take over the William family. Her shyness and cruelty were useful weapons.

Kyle reached out and shook Antonette's hand. But suddenly, he increased the strength of his grip and pulled Antonette in towards him. He lowered his voice and said, "You'd better forget what happened before, my dear cousin."

Antonette was sad. But she replied as if she didn't care, "Of course."

Antonette could feel how deeply Kyle disliked her, but it didn't matter. She would be a member of the William family. And once she was accepted as Simon's daughter, she would have an endless fortune and enormous power. Antonette's eyes shone with a greedy light.

When they arrived at the gate of the university, Antonette stepped out of the car and smiled at him, "Kyle, I will wait for your good news."

Kyle drove away without a word, but again, Antonette didn't care about his cruel behavior.

Besides, the jealous remarks from the people who saw her getting out of Kyle's car were enough to make Antonette perfectly happy again.

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Dearest Readers,

New chapters are up, hope you enjoy them. I would like to take this opportunity to send my warmest gratitude to all of you for always being so supportive and generous. Mostly those who are privileged readers on my other books.

It's been almost two years being an author inside this platform and you made me feel that all my works been appreciated by making it to the top trending. To all readers who send gifts and power stones, a million thanks.

Another thing, this would be the last short novel that I will be posting on this platform. I already had mentioned it earlier. Most of my newest novel will be posted on another platform (GoodNovel) and you can download the app on Google play store and search my pen name [ annashannellin ] or search my recent books. Titled listed below:

1. Dangerous D.e.s.i.r.e: The CEO's Hidden Woman

2. Mystic Full Moon: The Poisonous Curse

Have a great weekdays to all of us. Sending you my warm hug!

Anna Shannel Lin