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Chapter 286 " Mr. Livingston , there's one more thing . About the Carroll Group ... ever since they bought that south - side land plot for five billion - way over budget - their cash flow seems to be extremely tight . I've heard whispers that their project isn't progressing smoothly , and they're running into problems with financing . It sounds like ... they're in over their heads . " Roderick paused when he heard that . Edward . That name had once been like a thorn , constantly causing unnecessary trouble and problems in his and Madeleine's life .

But now that Gerry had mentioned it , Roderick realized something . He realized it had been a long time since he'd actively paid any attention to the man's activities , or even heard any news about him . The rival who could once so easily provoke his anger and keep him on constant alert was now quietly fading away . Chapter 286 Edward's shadow seemed to be gradually fading from his and his Maddie's world . Roderick's finger tapped unconsciously on the smooth surface of the desk , and the corner of his mouth curved into a faint , almost invisible smile . " Is that so .

" He said flatly , his voice betraying no emotion , as if he were just hearing a piece of business news that didn't concern him . " You always have to bear the consequences of your own reckless actions . " He looked up at Gerry , his tone returning to its usual cool decisiveness . " No need to pay it any special attention . Just handle it as routine business intelligence . As long as he doesn't bother Maddie , I don't care if the Carroll Group sinks or swims . " " Understood . " Gerry understood and nodded respectfully . The door closed softly , and the office fell silent again .

Roderick's gaze fell on the bustling city outside the window , his Chapter 286 heart calm . Just then , the screen of his personal phone on the desk lit up , showing a new Facebook message . Sender : [ Maddie ] Roderick picked up his phone and unlocked the screen . Maddie : [ Hubby ~ I'm at the dance studio ! ] Maddie: [ By the way ... why did I wake up in the kids ' room again this morning ? I remember falling asleep in the master bedroom last night ?

] Looking at the lively text and cute stickers on the screen , Roderick could almost picture Madeleine , looking adorably confused and blinking her eyes . His stern lips curved up slightly , revealing a gentle smile he rarely showed to others . His long fingers tapped on the screen as he replied : Roderick : [ Yeah , I was worried our son would wake up and not see you . ] Chapter 286 Roderick : [ Didn't want you to break your promise . ] It wasn't long after he sent the messages that Madeleine's reply popped up , full of her usual playfulness : Madeleine : [ Oh ~ so it was Mr.

Livingston himself who ' transported ' me again! ] Madeleine : [ You're so cute , Ricki . What if , and I'm just saying what if , we have a daughter in the future ? What would you do then ? You wouldn't be jealous of a daughter , would you ? ] Seeing the word " daughter ," the soft smile on Roderick's face instantly vanished , his brow furrowing almost imperceptibly . His eyes grew deep and serious , even revealing a hint of almost sharp gravity . He replied almost immediately , his tone firm and leaving no room for doubt : Roderick : [ That will never happen .

] On the other end of the screen , Madeleine seemed taken aback by the overly decisive and cold reply , sending a dazed question Chapter 286 mark sticker . Madeleine : [ ? ? ] Madeleine : [ Why ? Don't you like daughters ? ] Roderick stared at the question , his eyes as deep as the night , as if seeing some deeply buried images or worries through the screen . Roderick : [ I don't want you to be in pain . And don't you want to dance ? Be good . I'm going back to work . ] After the message sent , he placed his phone face down on the desk and sank deep into the back of his chair .

Roderick raised a hand to pinch the bridge of his nose , his face shrouded in an inescapable gloom and lingering fear . The shadow of some things was far heavier than she imagined . To him , her safety was more important than any possibility . Chapter 286 Including a daughter as lovely as her , one they might have both looked forward to . - Bradley slept very deeply . The accumulated fatigue and sudden mental release plunged him into a dark , dreamless , deep sleep . He was woken by the slanting afternoon sun outside the window .

His eyelashes fluttered a few times , and he slowly opened his eyes . The moment consciousness returned , the first thing he felt was a delicate , warm softness in his palm . He froze for a moment , then turned his head . What met his eyes was Charlotte's peaceful , sleeping face . She was slumped over the side of the bed , her cheek resting on her arm , her long hair scattered messily , covering half her face , her breathing light and even . Cedella Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter.

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