The cost

Chapter 31

“Vinson. I know you love Beth, but it’s not the romantic one between a man and a woman.” Vinson’s words hit Matthew like a thunderclap, and they kept echoing through his mind.

“Mall, I’ve never seen you like this. You’re not yourself,” Vinson hung his head, feeling bitterness in his heart. Looking at Manhew, he saw a reflection of his own past, when he had acted like a jerk and hurt a wonderful girl who had loved him but eventually left. Now, looking back, Vinson felt an indescribable regret

“I don’t know what kind of woman has turned you into this. After a pause, Vinson added, “But as someone who’s been there, I want to tell you if you truly love someone, go after them. Sometimes, grabbing happiness takes more courage than enduring pain.”

The next morning. Mia woke up on the soft bed

Looking at Queenie’s peaceful sleeping face, she felt as though she had missed out on many beautiful things. Fortunately, she hadn’t realized it too late.

Mia gently ruffled Queenie’s hair and carefully turned off the alarm on her phone.

Half an hour later, she had breakfast ready on the table, leaving a note for Queenie. (Sweetie, enjoy your breakfast. I’m off to work. Keep in touch.

After a busy morning at Prain Hospital, Mia finally completed the discharge procedures. She smoothed her hair behind her ears as she steppest out of the lobby: Just then, she received a call from Eliot.

Eliot’s voice was steady as he reported, “Ms, Reed, the second floor of Reed Villa is ready. The investigation you requested also has some leads. Also, Mr. Logan Reed plans to fly abroad this afternoon for the most advanced treatment available.”

In that case, she had to see her grandfather before he left.

After hanging up, Mia flipped through the damning evidence Eliot had uncovered about David’s family. “Tik, David, like father, like children. Do you think you’ve cleared up your mess and nothing will happen? thought Mix

With a sneer, Mia floored the accelemtor of her Ferrari. By the time sise returned to Reed Villa, it was already at noon.

As soon as she entered the door, she was greeted by David’s insincere smile. “Mia, y you’re finally back.” He acted politely, but deep down, he wished she would just disappear

Kirsten looked at Mia with dissatisfaction, whispering. “Mia, why didn’t you come back earlier

“Do you know Grandpa’s condition has worsened.“” Ivan chimed in with a tone full of accusation.

Mia was all too familiar with David and his family’s way of putting on a show, and she was tired of them. With a decent smile, Mia retorted, “You’ve got all the time in the world and nothing else to do, but why haven’t you cured Grandpa yet?”

Ivan was unable to contain his irritation, but considering Mia’s status, he held back his anger

David was well aware that Mia wasn’t someone to mess with. With someone like her, he had to hold his cards close to his chest. They had no say within the Reed family, nor any real power at the Eldoria Group. If Logan was indeed heading abroad for treatment. Mia might just take this chance to sende some scores. Yet, this could also be a golden opportunity for them to topple Mix

David thought of someone that might help. If he were to be involved, their success would be guaranteed. With this in mind. David forced a smile and said, “Mia, Ivan is just overly worried about your grandfather. Please forgive his recklessness.”

Mia knew that David’s family harbored resentment and fear towards her, yet they had to put on friendly faces. It must be grueling for them. However, Mia decided to add insult to injury and provoke them further.

She said with a sneer, “Uncle David, you’re absolutely right. It’s high time you taught van a lesson. If he had any sense, he wouldn’t have been duped in Lindenvale.”

Feigning ignorance,

Mia turned to David and queried. “Uncle David, are you aware of how much Ivan owes?”

David, caught off guard, stared in disbelief at Ivan, his good–for–nothing son.

“Thur sneak had someone dig up dirt on me. Ivan was seething with anger. With his eyes blazing, he protested, “Mia, I respect you. But you can’t just fahely accuse me like this. Are you only here to cause discord?”

“Such a chip off the old block! He actually denses what he did and even blames me, Mis thought

“Oh! I’m not accusing you. I brand it from someone else. If it’s untrue, then all the better.” Mia kept up her casual demeanor and added. “After all, the Reed family isn’t exactly in a position to fork out 16 million dollars right now.”

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“What That good–for–nothing owes 16 million dollarsf thought David. Seeing Ivan’s shifty eyes, David was almost certain that it was true. With a dizzy head, he couldn’t help but exclaim. “You are indeed good for nothing!”

“Dad, please calm down.” Kinten quickly intervened.

Mi watched the drama unfold

sfold with glee and made her way upstairs. She then whispered to Eliot at the stairway. “Don’t let anyone come up here without my permission.”

As Mia surveyed the second floor, which had regained its familiar appearance in her memory, tears welled up in her eyes. Dad, Mom, don’t worry,

keep the Eldoria Group safe and uncover what really happened back then!

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