2026-04-28 19:51:28On the other side of the hall, Cecilia motioned for Clara to come over.
“Go make a donation of 30 million dollars in Dr. Howard’s name,” she whispered so Caiden won't hear. It was supposed to be a surprise.
Clara was taken aback.
Although the Fred family was extremely wealthy, she still felt Cecilia was being overly generous especially for a man she just met, a man whom such things were said about by his ex.
“Sister, isn’t that a bit too much for a start bid and you just met him?”
Cecilia gave a confident smile. “What’s wrong with spending 30 million dollars on someone I’m interested in? Remember, I'm trying to pursue him and I need to impress him.”
Unknown to her, Caiden was hearing their conversation. He had a very sharp ear. A brief smile broke across his face.
“Maelie may not value him, but I’m not foolish enough to let someone like him slip away.” Cecilia muttered.
The auction segment actively continued, and the MC, clearly excited, began the announcement.
It started with the Mock Donations. The moment both Maelie and Nevan had been waiting for.
Though this held no real significance to the bidding, it was a display of affluence, a money play, aimed at raising the suspense in people's minds as to who gets to donate most in the real auctioning section.
“The Cantrell family of Louisiana 1.2 million!”
“Comet Enterprise 1.5 million!”
“Gardenscape Real Estate 4.5 million!”
The audience murmured among themselves.
It was obvious these were just the beginning, and the real numbers were yet to come.
Then the host smiled and announced dramatically, “Howard Hospital… donating 12 million from Ms. Maelie!” She rose up, flapping her hair, letting people see it's her.
The room erupted in surprise at such generosity.
Whoever eventually gave most at this section would most likely win the Silvercrest Apartment.
Nevan was going to participate directly in the real bidding section.
Maelie could not hide her satisfied smile, confident that victory was within reach.
The host continued, “And now, one of our big donors…..” Suspense rang in the air as the MC said next.
“Fred Corporation’s…. Ms. Cecilia Fred, 50 million!”
Another wave of excitement swept through the hall.
It was at once Maelie sat down staring at Nevan, Nevan forced a sarcastic smile. “Relax, we don't have a problem with her but Caiden. As you can see she's giving under her name and not his. Two different things.”
He hugged her.
“We're waiting for his individual donation and it must be the greatest as per the card owner which he is.”
The guests were stunned that Cecilia had matched Maelie’s impressive contribution.
The unexpected tie between these two powerful and beautiful women promised an intense rivalry.
Maelie frowned bitterly as she glanced at Cecilia.
She hadn’t anticipated anyone would surpass her.
Nevan stood up confidently, adjusting his suit. He tapped Maelie. “I'm coming.”
“Ladies and gentlemen, please settle down,” the MC said when he saw Nevan walking towards him. He whispered into his ear.
“Matts' family has chosen to fully support Howard Hospital with seventy million dollars. Therefore, Howard Hospital stands as the current highest bidder.”
Nevan walked to his seat with pride, Maelie rising up and cheering him on. She turned to Cecilia with a mocking grin but upon looking by her side, Caiden was nowhere to be found.
Maelie alerted Nevan. “Seems like that fake life has run.”
While this was said, the guests’ cheers were on them.
“Nevan is really going all out for Maelie.” They chanted repeatedly.
“She’s incredible she kept this golden man hidden until now.”
“With the Matts family backing her, the Fred family doesn’t stand a chance.”
“This is already decided. If I were the MC, I’d definitely announce Howard Hospital the winner.”
These comments went on.
Clara’s expression darkened as she turned to Cecilia.
“Miss, it looks like our donation wasn’t enough.”
Cecilia remained calm. “No need to worry.” She smiled reassuringly.
“But I’m not about to let Maelie win so easily. I might overlook it for others but not for her.”
Clara sighed. “Sister, you’re not seriously competing with Maelie just because of Dr. Howard, are you? Is he really worth it?”
Before Cecilia could respond, the host’s voice rang out again, full of excitement.
“And then comes the Ultimate donor, the wealthiest of the wealthy, the only man in our country who owns the Black Unlimited Black Card….” People sprang up to view. Maelie and Nevan stared deeper.
It was Caiden. Yes, Dr. Caiden standing beside the MC.
“And he becomes our final donor…..Mr. Caiden Howard. His donation is… 3 billion from the prestigious Black Unlimited Mortgage Card,” the MC said, sliding into the POS machine.
“Let's see if that thing goes,” Nevan chuckled, still not wanting to believe this card is real. Maelie was at the brink of life and death, earnestly waiting in anticipation.
Silence fell heavily, all eyes turned to Caiden’s direction. People began to gossip.
“Hurrrayyyyyy!” Came the jubilant chant from the MC.
“He just surpassed everyone with an unlimited gap!”
“Caiden Howard? I’ve never heard of him!” More whispers began to emerge.
“No wonder the hospital is named Howard Hospital and not Logan Hospital.” Someone said behind Maelie, she turned and it was Cecilia seeming to talk with her sister, both of whom had shifted their seats to behind them.
She trembled.
At that moment, one of Cecilia’s subordinates approached and reported, “Miss, the estate finance team returned the 30 million dollars we donated under Dr. Howard’s name. They said it was his request and he didn't need it. It's a waste of resources for you.”
Cecilia’s calm demeanor finally faltered as she looked toward Caiden.
Only then did she realize he had personally donated 3 billion dollars.
Since Maelie stood, she made no motion. “Caiden? 3 billion? And he even used the Black Card. How is everything turning up like this?”
“Dad never told me why he gave him that card.” She shook her head with fury. “Is it because we lived together, is dad trying to force me to be with him?”
“What do you mean? How can he force you to marry that trash? Who knows if he didn’t threaten Mr. Logan into giving him the card and not attending this auction?”
“It’s true……..” Maelie nodded. “Let’s confront him. Let’s put him to shame before everyone. Maybe he tricked dad into getting the card.”
The MC interrupted. “The money has been transferred successfully, let’s give a resounding clap to the World’s Richest Heir.”
“Urgh?” Maelie and Nevan gasped, terror glimmering in their eyes.
“No, we can’t believe this!” Nevan shook his head vehemently.
“Is he something we don't know?” Maelie tapped Nevan, curiosity pulling at her.
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Chapter 85
When Cecilia and Caiden arrived at the police station to make sure Derrick was still there, the entire place felt cold and unwelcoming.Caiden was still by her side, and she was yet to get over everything. She was gripping the strap of her handbag tightly as her mind kept replaying everything that had happened in the last few hours.The truck, the shattered body, the blood and the fact that she almost lost her life.They wanted to see the look on Derrick’s face, if he knew something about the kidnapping.Caiden walked beside her with long, calm steps, but Cecilia could feel the anger coming from him.His jaw had been tight ever since they left the house, ever since the incident, and his expression had not softened even once.Even now, as they followed two officers down the narrow hallway to the holding cells, his face stayed hard and cold.He had called the station himself before they came, just to make sure Derrick was still being kept there.He was still there, and they’re here to g
Chapter 84
As Cecilia was still trying to plead with the kidnappers to let her go. While she was about to be gunned down.She was still lying down, contemplating if it was her father, grandpa Fredrick that ordered for her kidnapping, or if it was Derrick.A few seconds later, as they stood in the middle of the empty road, arguing as they made their final plans.Suddenly, bright headlights appeared from the darkness of the road.It was approaching them with a loud roar, like it was a big truck.It was moving very fast, like the break had just failed.“What the hell is this, who is driving this carelessly…”One of the men let out a frightened scream before a huge truck slammed into them.The crash was brutal, very brutal as it approached. The truck hit them with a great force.Their bodies were thrown into the air, some were pushed in the nearby bush.Cecilia wasn’t touched, because she was kept in the nearby bush, so the truck didn’t get to her.It didn’t slow down at all.It drove straight throu
Chapter 83
Caiden left his office with a satisfied smirk tugging at his lips.The turmoil that had consumed the last few days finally seemed to be fading. Derrick was behind bars, and Grandpa Frederick was steadily recovering. For the first time in what felt like forever, things were beginning to calm down.But what pleased him most wasn’t any of that.It was Cecilia.She had chosen him without hesitation in front of her father. Even after all of Grandpa Frederick’s attempts to persuade her otherwise, she had stood firmly by Caiden’s side. The memory filled him with a sense of pride he couldn’t quite put into words.Thinking about it made his smile widen.His pace naturally quickened as he made his way toward the private lounge attached to his office, eager to see his wife.The instant he pushed the door open, his eyes landed on her.Cecilia was seated comfortably on the couch, holding a glass of wine while reviewing several documents on her tablet. Her attention was fixed on the screen, but a f
Chapter 82
Caiden walked with Fredrick, accompanied by the policemen from the hospital to the police station.As soon as they arrived, the doors of the police station closed behind Derrick as two officers led him inside.His wrists were secured in handcuffs, his clothes were rumpled, and his face was filled with fury.“This was ridiculous! I didn’t push that patient on purpose!” he shouted, struggling against the officers. “You had no right to hold me here. I knew my rights!”Neither of the officers responded.That only made Derrick even angrier.“Did you know who I was? Call my lawyer! Call my father-in-law! Call someone for me!” he yelled.Still, no answer, the silence was far more humiliating than any insult.Derrick felt completely helpless. As the heavy metal door of the holding cell slammed shut behind him, the reality of his situation finally hit him.He had been arrested. Not because of a misunderstanding. Not because of an accident.But because of his own actions. In his stubbornness an
Chapter 81
After his earlier heated argument with Caiden, he was about to head out to the hospital corridor.Derrick walked through the hospital corridor as if he owned the place. He dragged his feet as he moved, making his steps echo loudly against the floor.There was something arrogant in the way he lifted his chin, almost as if he was mocking everything around him.The clean smell of antiseptic, the nurses that were rushing in and out, and the urgency in the air meant nothing to him. People like him always acted like consequences were meant for others.A tired doctor stepped into his path, clearly exhausted from a long shift, holding a patient file and trying to pass without any trouble.He didn’t even get the chance to speak properly.As the doctor brushed past him and their shirts barely touched, Derrick suddenly grabbed him and landed a hard slap across his face.The sound echoed through the corridor, making everyone stop and stare.For a moment, everything went still. The doctor stumble
Chapter 80
The emergency ward had been filled with tension and chaos when Caiden walked in.Monitors were beeping sharply, while nurses moved quickly in and out of the room with a hurry.The strong smell of antiseptic was still in the air like a warning sign that something serious had gone wrong.Grandpa Frederick arrived a while ago from the jet completely unconscious, but other doctors had taken over his care since Caiden was quite occupied with Cecilia.For a brief moment, even the most experienced nurses had exchanged silent glances, saying nothing out loud. His pulse was very weak, his breathing kept on coming uneven, and his skin was now turning so pale, that the situation had felt heavier than an ordinary emergency case.Caiden walked in carefully, completely without panicking, because he knew exactly what he was doing.He rolled up his sleeves as he crossed the sterile floor, eyes were already scanning the monitor readings.There was no hesitation in his movements, only the sharp focus
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