Chapter 374: Chapter 375

Chapter 374 “That was the happiest and most joyful day of my life. Who would have known, fortune hides behind misfortune.”

William also didn’t know what he thought of, and his expression became melancholic.

“What happened next?” Thea asked.

William remained silent for a long time. His eyes, which even concealed their radiance when he was sick, were dim at this moment.

“Jade, although my father was born into a wealthy family, he didn’t like my family at all. Growing up in that kind of family, my father had significant character flaws, and I couldn’t trust the people around me.”

“So, when your grandfather asked me to come back home and take over the Fletcher family business, I actually had a bad feeling in my heart. Before coming back home, I made some arrangements: I handed over all the money I had saved at that time to your aunt, and I entrusted her solemnly: if I couldn’t come back, please make sure she takes care of Sophia and our daughter.

With the money and properties combined, there is a total of one billion, I think it should be enough for you and your daughter to live a lifetime.”

Thea’s face turned pale all of a sudden.

Why did Victoria’s mother beg her to go out and beg every day, even though her father gave her so much money?

Chapter 374 “Dad, aren’t you afraid of entrusting so much money to someone you don’t know? What if they turn out to be untrustworthy?”

288 Vouchers William said, “At that time, I was also pressed for time and didn’t have more time to look for a trust. Besides, your mother spoke highly of her Thea, and I trust your mother’s judgment.”

William seemed to realize something, and he asked Thea, “Didn’t your aunt give you the money?”

Thea didn’t know how to speak up. If she told him that her mother had chosen to self–immolate after his accident, and that the money he gave to her aunt had disappeared, her daughter would lead a turbulent life. She was afraid that this sensitive man would be devastated.

After all, he had once devoted all his love to his wife and daughter.

“I don’t know. I just haven’t heard my mom mention this money,” Thea lied.

William sighed. “Although your aunt is crude, she has a simple mind. She wouldn’t swallow this money.”

Thea felt sour in her heart.

Was Victoria’s mother simple–minded?

She could not associate Victoria’s mother with innocence, given the cruel abuse she inflicted upon her.

Thea no longer wanted to concern herself with the whereabouts of that money, as it was all in the past. What she was more concerned about was the outcome of her parents‘

Chapter 374 relationship back then.

11 283 overs “Dad, what happened after you returned to the Fletcher family?”

William sighed, “My brother and I are half–brothers from the same father. My father entrusted me with some management authority in the company, which made my brother jealous. After all, I was a young and talented mathematician, and my return was eagerly anticipated by everyone. My brother felt threatened by my position and had someone tamper with my car. That day, when I went to see your mother, I happily brought her a lot of her favorite food, but little did I know that the car would break down... I had an accident.”

“Fortunately, I didn’t die immediately. I called your mom and cruelly told her that we were breaking up, and advised her to find a good man to marry in the future.”

William said this, and tears welled up in his eyes.

He covered his chest and said, “You have no idea how much it pained me to say these words. I couldn’t bear to see her marry another man, and I couldn’t bear for my daughter to call another man ‘dad‘. But since I can’t be her support, I can only make a heartless decision and end things with her. Otherwise, with your mother’s affectionate nature, she may never be able to escape the shadow of my death in her lifetime.”

Thea closed her eyes, feeling an intense heartache. She felt pained by the helplessness of her father’s final words.

I also feel sorry for the tragic fate of parents who loved each other but couldn’t be together.

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Chapter 374 288 Wouchers already remarried?” William suddenly asked in a low voice.

His eyes looked particularly downcast.

Thea didn’t know how to answer.

The truth was much crueler than he had imagined.

“Dad, when you get better, I will take you to see Mom,” Thea could only vaguely deceive him.

William smiled. He did not continue to ask further.

He was very grateful to the heavens for being able to wake up after being in a coma for over twenty years and having such a filial daughter. He was very content.

Thea left the ward only after William fell asleep.

She returned to the cold house, and Drake was still waiting for her in the living room.

Thea saw him looking somewhat surprised and asked, “It’s so late, why haven’t you rested?”

Drake handed the parchment file bag to Thea and said, “Thea, these are the documents I have investigated on the majority shareholders of the Fletcher Group. Especially those who showed interest in you today, one of them indeed has a problem.”

“Who?” Thea asked cautiously.

“Raymond.”

Thea’s face turned as white as paper in an instant.

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Chapter 374 1 288 Vouchers She had doubted anyone else, but she had never doubted Raymond. This shows that she had not cultivated enough. caution.

Just because Jewel had been informed in advance that Raymond was the biggest competitor of the Fletcher family, she subconsciously regarded the enemy’s enemy as a friend.

Ridiculous. How could one easily believe others?

Thea was frustrated, pulling her hair.

Drake comforted her, “Thea, times have changed, and you were not prepared for Raymond. However, it was Kyler who planted the seed of Raymond a long, long time ago. Raymond often clashed with Kyler’s father at the company, giving the impression that they were not on good terms. But if you dig deeper, you will discover that no matter how much Raymond angered Kyler’s father, he could never get rid of him. That’s because Raymond is Kyler’s illegitimate child. That’s also why Kyler’s father was willing to promote Raymond.”

Thea looked at Drake in shock and said, “Illegitimate child?”

Drake nodded.

The Fletcher family has always portrayed themselves as a harmonious and loving family. So even though Jewel’s mother only gave birth to Jewel, the Fletcher family showed special affection towards Jewel. However, the truth is that Kyler’s father favored sons over daughters and had been urging his son to find a surrogate mother in order to have heirs for the Fletcher family.

However, Kyler has a low sperm survival rate, and after so many years, only one child, Raymond, has been born. Therefore, Kyler’s father cherishes this grandson dearly. The rumors circulating outside about discord within the Chapter 374 family are all false.

288 Vouchers Thea patiently listened and felt that the wealthy family was nothing more than a grand palace drama. However, she realized that her cultivation was not enough, and her heart needed to be even stronger, colder, and more ruthless.

“Raymond?” Thea muttered, her lips curling mischievously. “Raymond is a sharp sword that Kyler’s father has honed for ten years. He will surely use it to cut off the thorn in my eye. And how should I respond?”

Drake said, “Thea, with just one word from you, I can have him eliminated.”

Thea said, “Killing a thousand enemies will result in eight hundred casualties. That is a last resort.”

“Thea, do you have a better plan?”

Thea said, “Why not turn the tables?”

Drake chuckled, “Although this plan is good, I’m afraid my Thea, being innocent and kind–hearted, couldn’t outsmart that cunning fox couple.”

Thea glanced at Drake and said, “Don’t you trust me?”

Drake quickly changed his words, “Sister is mighty. When sister takes action, it’s like two in one. Thea, let’s use this plan.”

Thea listened to Drake’s flattery and smiled contentedly.

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