Chapter 499
Chris watched as the motorbike went out of sight before he turned to Anthony, pouting angrily. “It would’ve been all over for you if it wasn’t for me, Daddy. You must settle everything with that Auntie, or I’m not calling you Daddy anymore!” 1
“Don’t worry.” Anthony ruffled his hair with determination in his eyes. He knew clearly what he wanted; all he felt for Annabel was guilt.
Coincidently, Luke came back with a stack of documents. “Mr. Bailey, after some investigation, it’s verified that everything Ms. Annabel said was true. She currently resides with his parents in Southern Village under difficult conditions.”
As Annabel bore a child out of wedlock back then, villagers ridiculed and insulted, calling her names as they looked down on her. Nobody was willing to marry her to this day, and no one offered her or her family any sort of help. Annabel used the salary from her job at the Ocean Palace to support her parents, living under extreme conditions.
Luke continued, “I’ve taken her blood sample, and in no time, we’ll find out the drug’s compositions. We’ve also got her hair. Should I send it in for a DNA test?” 1
Anthony went through the documents and nodded. Even though there was evidence, a DNA test was necessary. He instructed, “Let Nial do this in person.”
This was an important matter, and no mistake was permitted.
“Yes, Sir.” Luke nodded and was about to leave.
As if thinking of something, Anthony added, “Her life and work need improvements.”
The document stated that Annabel was living in an old and worn-out tile house, and it could collapse anytime.
Luke understood Anthony’s instruction and went ahead to make necessary arrangements.
Chris pouted angrily. “I don’t like how Daddy is treating this Auntie so well!” 1
“Momo, I’m not treating her well, I’m just repaying my debts. I’ll only be able to fix things after clearing the debts.” His voice was thick and hoarse.
Chris made a sound of acknowledgment and went on to mumble, “But I still don’t like it…” Anthony frowned-children always had a sensitive instinct. If Annabel truly was his mother, why did he not feel anything for her? Was it because he had spent too much time with Charmine? 5
He did not dwell on this thought for too long.
Kay, who was observing in the dark, was just as puzzled. The investigations done by. Charmine’s Uncles had shown that someone was framing Anthony secretly. How did it lead up to a weak and harmless woman?
Also, if Annabel was the woman from that night, why did the data and video footage disappear without a trace that even their most-skilled technicians were unable to fix it?
How could a weak and harmless woman be so powerful?
He phoned Mr. Pop to tell him about this, but he was instead greeted with Mr. Pop cheerful reply, “What you’re saying is that Anthony’s first love came back to him?” 1 “Yes, what I’m saying is that something is off…” “What’s off? Even if something’s off, it doesn’t matter. Anthony’s not compatible with Charmine anyway! Since his first girlfriend is back, things will work out better, and now Willian stands a chance! Kay, I’m warning you: Don’t tell Charmine things you shouldn’t be telling. Just do your job,” Mr. Pop warned Kay with a serious tone.
Kay still felt there were some important clues, but he could not recall them somehow. On a second thought, Anthony was a businessman with many enemies and complex family while William was a researcher that came from a scholarly family with no bad rep.
Kay replied, “Understood, not to worry. I also feel that Boss Jordan needs a gentle and uncomplicated man.”
Meanwhile, Charmine rode away from Violet Villa on her motorbike as she simultaneously called Kay, “Prepare fifty billion. Also, any news from the doctors you contacted?” “Don’t worry, Boss Jordan. They’ve already replied. They’ll go to visit Robert today,” informed Kay. Charmine felt reassured and continued riding. After riding for a long distance, she saw two familiar figures waiting for a bus at the bus station.
