Facade

“She’s just a gold–digger. The Ludden family is a century–old scholarly family, and Dean Ludden is a stern and upright man who would never allow you to associate with someone like her! I advise you to break up with her before she hurts you.” 

As Christopher listened to Zyler’s words, his expression grew increasingly grim. 

Christopher wondered if Here appeared truly despicable in Zyler’s eyes and how his father, who had encouraged their relationship, could suddenly disapprove of it. 

By now, the car had pulled into the Ludden family’s courtyard, and the driver parked the car. 

“If you’re just playing around with her, I advise you to quit. We have the college entrance exams next year, and you can’t outsmart her in a game of manipulation,” Zyler said with disdain.. 

“Let me be honest with you, Christopher. Hera’s only with you for the Ludden family’s influence she competed with Giselle over me when she was reintroduced to the Everett Family. Later, I caught her with Uncle Bernard’s assistant—” 

“Zyler, stop it!” Christopher interrupted sharply as Hera got out of the car. 

“I won’t allow you to speak of Hera like that. If you insult her again, I’ll end our friendship!” 

With that, he hung up the phone. 

On the other end of the line, Zyler stared at the darkened screen in disbelief and indignation. 

He had underestimated Hera’s allure. He couldn’t imagine that even Christopher, who had always prioritized academics, was deeply entangled 

He had to find a way to expose Hera’s true colors and prevent his good friend hom being harmed 

Amer Hera got out of the car at the Ludden residence, she saw a white Bentley parked in the yard. It seemed like the Luddens had other guests. 

After Christopher hung up the phone, he got out of the car and led Heaa inside. 

The Ludden family estate was much larger than the Everett family’s. Hera followed Christopher through twists and burns for more than ten minutes until they reached a reception 

Andrew was brewing tea on the coffee table in the roomL 

When he saw them approaching, he nodded and smiled, “Hera, have some tea. Stay for dinner tonight.” 

“No, thank you. Where is Mrs. Ludden Senior?” Hera linquired. 

Although it wasn’t the first time Christopher had seen his father being so solicitous towards Hera, witnessing the scene again made him feel a sense of awe 

He had thought Zyler was his good friend who could appreciate Hera’s uniqueness like him. Yet, to his disappointment, Zyler turned out to be just like those ignorant masses who maligned Hera without understanding her true nature. 

Christopher thought he should have severed ties with zyler directly instead of just warning him. 

“Please follow me this way. Things are a bit complicated.” Andrew led the way, explaining to Hera as they walked. 

Following them through twists and turns for another five minutes, they finally arrived at the place where Mary was recuperating 

Two servants were watching the door. Before Andrew could even knock, the door opened from inside. 

Awoman in her early 20s walked out of the room. Although she was dressed elegantly and well–preserved, she exuded an air of haste. 

“Aunt Jane,” Christopher greeted her politely 

Jane disregarded him and turned to Andrew, saying, “Andrew, what’s going on? I’ve arranged for Dr.Shadow to come and treat Mary today. Why did you bring an alternative medicine practitioner here?” 

Asher gaze fell upon Hera, she exclaimed, “Is this who you brought?” 

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Dressed in a Cavendrige uniform, Hera boasted a remarkably beautiful countenance. Her complexion was flawless, and she emitted a composed a appearance. 

Jane might have believed it it she were Christopher’s girlfriend, but labeling her as an alternative medicine practitioner seemed implausible to jane. “Are you joking about Mary’s health? Jane questioned sharply. 

As Andrew’s sister–in–law, Jane had been instrumental in gamering support for Mary to secure Andrew’s leadership position in the Ladden family. Although not malicious, Jane was fiercely competitive, always striving to 

to prove the superiority of the main family branch over the second, even in matters like Mary’s medical care. “Hera is wise beyond her years,” “Andrew retorted with a serious expression 

“Moreover, Mon has been suffering from rheumatism for decades, and despite seeing numerous doctors, none have been able to cure her. Ibrought Hera here to give it a try. What harm could it do?” 

“That’s because the previous doctors weren’t competent. The one I’ve invited today is the renowned Dr. Shadow!