2026-08-23 13:56:11
Previous Chapter
Latest Chapter
Chapter 290
Even Austin Veyron's broken ribs did not hinder him from loudly voicing the shock in his heart. He gradually dropped his hand, widening his eyes and clenching his teeth at Maurice. "That's impossible!" Lorenzo shrugged but did not speak anymore. That was when a woman's voice rang out from a nearby car. Apart from Lorenzo, no one else had noticed it arriving at the scene. Moments later, Clara descended from the car, her arms crossed and her chin held high as she looked at Austin Veyron. "Today is the first time I've ever heard your name. I know my father secretly had more than one family and how he fathered many bastards." "However." A corner of her lip curled as she sneered, "I don't care. What concerns me more is that your mother—my aunt—had been plotting to inherit the Veyron family wealth many years ago. "She even used the despicable method of switching yours and Maurice's places without us knowing."<
Chapter 289
However, just as Maurice was about to say the word, he paused before shaking his head. Edmund raised both brows in confusion, not expecting this to happen. Immediately after, his brows furrowed tightly, and he wanted to ask why. That was when Edmund caught sight of a hinting look from Lorenzo. He immediately fell silent but secretly panicked, unable to hide the growing anxiety in his eyes as he stared at the blond boy. Maurice's gaze was downcast, his fingers twiddling while tears brimmed in his eyes. He willed himself to hold his breath. Not wanting anyone to see him break down, he kept his head down. Still, he replied loudly, "That's a huge decision. Before I decide, I have to ask my adoptive mother's opinion." He then raised his head and no longer concealed his emotions, earnestly saying, "It doesn't matter how she treated me before. Without her, I might not have survived until now. Plus, she's given me plenty of financial aid throughout my life. I never expected her to treat
Chapter 288
"My adoptive family doesn't treat me as well as the outside world believes. Also, the woman who took me away from the orphanage-well, she makes it clear how sick she is of me. My adoptive mother often expresses how helpless she is when I get picked on by everyone else, but I can tell she, too, doesn't like me," Maurice revealed, testing the waters as he cautiously looked at Lorenzo. Yet, disappointment soon tightened his chest to know the answer he wanted never came. Lorenzo continued to stare at Maurice, knowing what the latter was thinking. He secretly found it funny how the boy reacted. While everyone was still stunned by the sudden turn of events, he raised his hand, hovering it over Maurice's head. That caused Maurice to stiffen, holding his breath until the former's hand rested on his head. Only then did he calm down. Lorenzo quirked a brow but kept his opinions to himself. All he did was calmly point out, "You were hoping to see if I knew your birth parents and whether I co
Chapter 287
Lorenzo seemed very composed and did not even open his eyes while he nodded. Then, he opened his eyes, saying, "I've considered the possibility of this." He rested his arm against the car window, fists curling as he continued wearily, " Given Austin Veyron's age, he wouldn't have the guts to behave this way if he didn't have someone influential supporting him. Not to mention, he could never afford such an expensive sports car." His deduction garnered a sharp inhale from Bianca. "Judging from his looks, someone must've told him about his relationship with William not long ago while spoiling him rotten to gain his trust. When I got close to him earlier, I noticed he had sunburn marks on his body and calloused hands-something only manual laborers develop," said Lorenzo. He leaned further into the car seat, his eyes narrowing. " That person must've lied to Austin Veyron. Also, I bet said person owns some of Byers Group shares. Otherwise, Austin Veyron wouldn't have believed them
Chapter 286
Austin was still on the ground, his eyes glassy with fear. Edmund had guessed every word he intended to say. However, the way Edmund said those words made them sound less threatening."Unless... he and that other guy earlier were never afraid of my family in the first place," Austin thought. Realizing that, he quickly turned to look at Lorenzo, who now sat in the car.He continued to ponder, "This man owns the latest gun model, which comes with a hefty price tag. It's enough to purchase at least a quarter of Veyron Group's shares! If I hadn't accidentally seen the gun earlier, I wouldn't have realized it was such an expensive model!"He then propped himself off the ground, sitting upright while still trembling. Throughout the process, he cautiously eyed Edmund. He knew Edmund was a skilled fighter and was worried the latter would stop him from trying to talk to Lorenzo.If that were to happen, he would never get the chance to see Lorenzo again. Fortunately, things went smoothly; Austi
Chapter 285
"Also, why hasn't anyone tried to confirm whether he's dead or alive? The bulk of your family was in a hurry to publicly announce his death after failing to contact him. Not to mention, you and your family members wasted no time battling over your family's inheritance," Lorenzo added.He leaned against the car, eyes boring into Austin with curiosity.Only Austin could see the former's expression as he lay on the ground, facing directly at Lorenzo, who looked down at him. His eyes darted left and right as he thought,"Shit. I'm in deep trouble now. This guy's right-no one has bothered to look for my nominal father, even though it's been a while since he vanished. The only people searching for him are my stupid stepsister and this guy. However, I'm pretty sure Clara doesn't know him because she's an idiot. Contrarily, this guy clearly has superior wealth and abilities. Guys like him would never associate themselves with Clara, who only invites trouble into her life. That must mean this
You may also like
Incredible Oliver Storm
Dragon Sly107.1K viewsRise Of The Sole Heir
Estypen80.8K viewsBuilding My Life
Anderson José159.5K viewsThe understated miraculous Doctor.
Pen thinker 103.8K viewsThey Mocked the Homeless Veteran Until He Fought Back
ChubbyY86 viewsSWIPE RIGHT FOR DEATH
Ayaka 71 viewsAfter Three Years, the Mute Husband Speaks
Laurel95 viewsArchon's Shadow: The System of Vengeance
Wilda Akha194 views