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At first, Preston didn’t respond; he just looked down and ate the beef. When Whitney kept adding more food to his plate, Preston finally couldn’t hold back and said, “Mom. I’m not a kid anymore. I can eat by myself.”
Suddenly, an awkward silence fell over the entire restaurant.
The Live chat room also fell silent.
[What? Mom? MOM!
[Why is Preston calling Whitney “Mom“? Could it be…?]
[Don’t wonder, here’s the inside scoop: Preston is the only son of Whitney and her ex–husband Aaron, which makes him a descendant of the two most prestigious families in Betrico, the Bennetts and the Sullivans. Plus, he’s the eldest grandson, making his status even more esteemed than Jonathan. In the future, he can inherit both family.]
[Why so tight–lipped, bro? How did you keep such a big secret for so long!)
[Since you all said I’m tight–lipped, I won’t share another secret know]
[Come on, just say it! I remember you! If you don’t tell me, I’ll just lose it!]
(Oh my gosh, my dear Preston is actually a royal heir! And here I was thinking he was just a regular college student
Well, does it mean if Preston slacks off in the entertainment industry, he might be dragged back to inherit the family fortune?
[What’s the big deal if there’s one more rich kid like me in the world?]
I’ve finally found you, my lord!]
[Their fancy lifestyle really ticks me off. Sometimes I just feel like causing a ruckus.]
Jessie was about to pop a piece of meat into her mouth when she heard Preston call out “Mom“. The meat fell with a clatter onto her porcelain plate. Her mouth dropped open even wider
Ethan, hearing this, couldn’t stay calm. He quietly pulled back his fork, his gaze darting between Preston and Whitney.
Cynthia and Jonathan were unfazed, but Nina discreetly glanced at Whitney and quickly looked down. She felt uneasy, hoping the dinner would end soon.
Only Abby seemed completely unaware of the situation
“Preston, are you out of your mind? You want to get close to Ms. Bennett, but it doesn’t mean you should start calling her mom. Have some self–respect, will you?”
Abby said this because from the very first moment she saw Whitney, she had wondered countless times if only Whitney could accept her as a goddaughter.
Over the years, she had acquired numerous godparents. Sometimes, at social gatherings, just a little audacity was enough to flatter others, and the rich and powerful generally wouldn’t refuse. She was contemplating how to get close to Whitney when Preston unexpectedly called her mom, not even godmother!
Abby thought, ‘Preston’s audacity is unbelievable. However, everyone looked at Abby like she was a fool.
Whitney chuckled “Abby, don’t my son and I look alike?”
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Upon hearing Whitney herself confirm it. Abby finally understood that Preston was indeed Whitney’s son, making him the heir of the Bennett Group.
After her initial shock, Abby was filled with regret. If she had known about Preston’s high status, she would never have treated him that way. She would’ve tried to win him over right from the start!
Abby’s expression completely changed after that revelation. “Preston, why didn’t you tell us you’re Whitney’s son? No wonder we had so many misunderstandings!”
Abby poured herself a glass of wine. “Let’s not dwell on past matters. It’s destiny that brings us together, so let’s toast and call it even, shall we?”
Abby deliberately spoke in a flirtatious manner to get closer to Preston. Preston, being accommodating, raised his glass. Just as Abby was feeling pleased.
Preston walked over to stand behind Cynthia, with his hand resting on the back of her chair. He bent down slightly and gently clinked his glass with Cynthia’s, his voice soft and tender “Cynthia, I toast to you.”
Cynthia felt a bit awkward but casually raised her glass to clink it with Preston’s.
Preston took a sip and then glanced at Abby, who had been left out. Her expression had turned very sour
Preston looked at her
with an innocent expression. “Abby, there’s no bad blood between us, but on the first thight of filming. you hid the king cobra egg under Cynthia’s bed, which almost got her bitten. I think you owe her an apology. she forgives you, then we’re all square.
In an instant, Abby’s face flushed bright red. She had almost forgotten about it, having already paid a heavy price for that mistake. She never imagined it would be brought up again today.
The drone, who was already perched on the nearby caves, quickly swooped down and circled around Abby’s head nonstop after hearing that.
For the first time since the broadcast started, Abby was in the spotlight with an exclusive close–up.
Did Abby hide a snake egg under Cynthia’s bed? Is she trying to harm Cynthia?]
[That day, she brought back the king cobra egg. Cynthia mentioned that the snake could track by scent, so Abby was probably afraid it would find her and deliberately used Cynthia as a scapegoat]
Abby is so mean! No wonder Preston made her eat raw snake before. I even ranted about Preston online because of that.
[Now I’m a guilt–ridden fan of Preston.]
Where’s Abby’s fans now? Aren’t you guys usually the loudest?]
Abby was shocked for a moment. After seeing The drone, she understood that everything was being streamed live.
“Preston, stop making false accusations without proof. How do you know Cynthia didn’t hide them herself to draw attention and set me up?” said Abby.
Abby believed, As long as I don’t confess, no one can blame me
Preston said. “We all know what’s really going on here. If you didn’t do it, why didn’t you refuse when Jonathan asked you to swallow the snake egg
Cynthia was a bit surprised. She wondered, ‘Did Jonathan really force Abby to swallow that snake egg?” She looked over in his direction.
Jonathan’s expression remained as distant and indifferent as ever “Abby, think carefully. What did I say back then?”
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Abby mused, “What did he say back then? He said if I didn’t eat the snake egg, he’d ensure I lost my reputation and ended up in jail.
Abby knew that if she didn’t confess, even if she escaped moral judgment, Jonathan wouldn’t let it slide. For people like him, crushing her would be easier than squashing a bug.
Abby looked into Jonathan’s cold, intimidating eyes, and her defenses completely crumbled. “You promised not to tell anyone, not to make it public. Haven’t I been punished enought Cynthia nearly broke my bones, I almost choked to death on that snake egg, and I got anorexia from eating raw snake, which nearly starved me. Isn’t that punishment enough?”
Abby collapsed into a chair, tears streaming down her face. “You’re just trying to ruin me.”
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