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Chapter 145 Whitney saw Klein's serious face and couldn't help but ask, "Do you know him?" "No," Klein answered calmly. Still, he had a bit of a lead on where to start digging. (61) E55 vouchers No family would just drop 30 million dollars as a wedding gift. Even if someone did, there was no way they'd do it secretly. With that thought, Klein suddenly said, "When are we going to visit Mom's grave? Have you picked a time yet?" Whitney was genuinely surprised that he was the one to bring it up. "How about this Saturday?" she suggested.

Saturday was her day off, and it happened to be her mom's birthday. She was probably the only one who still remembered her mom's birthday in the world. "Saturday it is," Klein said. ***** When Taylor got back to the hotel, he was feeling pretty annoyed. He called Harry. "What's up with Klein? Is he crazy or something? I offered him 1.5 billion dollars, but he turned me down." Harry paused for a moment. "1.5 billion for what project?" "That new resort they're developing," Dustin replied. "Taylor, the Harris Group isn't hurting for money.

Dropping 1.5 billion like that just makes it look like you're trying to make a scene, not actually invest," Harry said. Taylor was speechless. He just wanted to give his niece Whitney some cash and let the Harris family know she got someone in her corner. No way he'd let them mess with her. It seemed giving away money was way harder than he thought. 'If I'd known it'd be this much trouble, I should've just put that 1.5 billion into the bank card as a wedding gift that day! Klein stared at the documents, his eyes darkening and unreadable.

17:41 Wed, Dec 24 Chapter 145 61 55 vouchers Turned out, the man who bragged about investing 1.5 billion carlier was actually Whitney's uncle, her late mother's older brother. 'Now, after all these years, he decides to show up? Isn't it a bit too late?' Klein thought to himself. On Saturday, Whitney went to the cemetery to visit her mom's grave. Klein looked at the photo on the tombstone and could see some resemblance to Taylor from the other day. Whitney had inherited about sixty percent of her mom's best features, with the rest from Samuel. "Mom, it's me, Klein Harris.

I'm here to pay my respects," Klein said. He bowed deeply, showing his respect. Whitney crouched down and started talking to her mom. "Mom, I did my best to make up for what happened to you twenty years ago. That man wasn't worth your love. Mom, I'm doing well now. I'm all grown up and can protect myself," she said softly. Whitney didn't say much more. There were just some things that couldn't be put into words. She just wanted her mom to find peace in heaven. As they were leaving, Whitney spotted a figure heading up the hill and took another look over her shoulder.

Klein noticed too, his eyes narrowing slightly. "Let's go." Whitney nodded and looked away. Every spring, it had always been Whitney's grandma, Samuel's mother, who took her to visit her mom's grave. Her dad Samuel only came the first year. After that, he never showed up again. That was exactly why Whitney couldn't stand him. As her grandma got older, she started coming by herself. She often wondered, 'If I'm gone one day, will anyone still remember Mom?' Mom had broken off with her parents long ago. After all these years, Whitney had no idea if they were even still around.

'I wonder if they even remember they once had a daughter,' Whitney thought to herself. ***** Laura's case got complicated again, and the lawyer who was supposed to represent her backed out at the last minute. 17:41 Wed, Dec 24 Chapter 145 Half a month went by, and still, not a single defense lawyer wanted to touch her case. 61 55 vouchers Whitney figured Klein must've had a hand in it. But when she asked, he just shrugged it off and said nothing. Klein just let it slide and took the credit for the good deed. After all, Taylor wasn't about to step up and claim it himself.

Meanwhile, Laura, who was in jail, asked the police to arrange a meeting with Whitney. Whitney found it curious, but agreed anyway. She was eager to hear what kind of drama Laura would try to stir up this time. When Klein heard about it, he offered to go in with her, but she politely turned him down. "Just wait for me at the door. Don't worry. There's nowhere safer than jail," she said. Klein thought for a few seconds, and then let it go. After just a few minutes, Whitney saw Laura. The elegant lady she'd remembered now looked years older.

Laura looked calm as she said, "Oh, you came." Whitney raised her eyebrows and said,"Well, what do you want to talk about?" Laura smiled. "You're smart. If your mom had been even half as sharp as you, she wouldn't have met such a tragic end." "Just like your mom, I was naive too. Men like him are never worth trusting your whole life to. Samuel knew everything, but he just kept quiet," Laura said, her voice cold. "Why else do you think I was able to switch your mom's meds?" Whitney clenched her fists, trying to keep her cool. "Anything else?" she asked.

Laura had no intention of confessing everything. She just wanted to drag Whitney down into the misery with her. But seeing Whitney's straight face, Laura felt even more bitter. "That old woman you respected and loved so much? She knew everything too! Why do you think she was always so nice to you? Whitney, she was just trying to make up for what her son did, you know?" Laura taunted. Whitney's face finally darkened. Whitney's eyes flashed with anger. "Don't you dare slander my grandma!" "Slander? I'm not slandering her at all," Laura scoffed.

"She knew everything, but there was nothing she could do to stop it. Do you really think she could send her own son to prison?" 24 61 Chapter 145 55 vouchers "She never loved you best. Her son was always her favorite! She only treated you well because she felt guilty!" Laura spat. 'Were all the kindness and care from the family member I once respected and trusted so much fake?' Whitney wondered, a cold ache spreading in her chest. It felt like something inside her was falling apart, bit by bit. "See? You're still way too innocent.

Look at you, always at odds with everyone just because of your grandma. But to her, you were never the most important person," Laura mocked. "That's enough!" Whitney snapped, her voice sharp. She stood up, her gaze cold. "Laura, don't bother trying to drive a wedge between us. You'll have plenty of time to repent in prison." "Don't forget, you have a daughter too. Is she really the most important person to you?" Laura shot back, her words biting. "Whitney, what are you going to do to Tina? Touch her and I swear, I'll never let you off!" Laura threatened, panicked. Whitney didn't look back.

She walked out of the prison with folded arms, each step heavy. It was blazing hot outside, but she felt cold to the bone. 'Grandma... Whitney thought, her heart aching. As soon as Whitney stepped out, Klein noticed right away that something was off. "What did Laura say to you?" he asked, concern in his voice. Whitney just shook her head. "Did she give you a hard time? Whatever she said, don't let it get to you. She's just trying to upset you, that's all..." Klein said softly, trying to comfort her. Before Klein could finish his sentence, Whitney melted into his arms.

Klein hugged her back tightly and said, "I'm always here for you, baby. It's all right, okay?" Whitney just wanted to cling to the warmth in front of her. 'If all the care and kindness I've ever known was just a lie, is the comfort I'm feeling right now just another illusion?' she wondered. 'Even if it is, at least it feels real for now,' she thought. Whitney's gaze steadied. "It's nothing. She just tried to get under my skin by bringing up my grandma." 'I can't get answers from those who are gone, but the ones still alive are going to pay for what they've done,' Whitney thought to herself.

"Klein, can I count on you one last time?" Whitney asked, her voice steady but her Klein's jaw tightened. "Of course. What's mine is yours." he said. "Alright then, let's destroy AetherTech," Whitney said, her tone cold and resolute. eyes determined. 田 AD Comment Send gift No Ads Dex Morgan Dex Morgan works to elevate each story with clean writing, emotional balance, and thoughtful flow for readers.