Chapter 471
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“Grandpa…” Anabel knelt in front of Derrick and sobbed, “Since we can find someone to take the blame, let Uncle Dominic do it all. If that’s not enough, there are many useless people in our family. We can sacrifice a few more people.
“Think about it. I’m the most outstanding one in our family. Those people combined can’t compare to me-
“Shut up!” Derrick slammed his hand on the table in a domineering manner. Tve taught you since you were young that women are naturally sensitive. It’s very difficult for them to maintain enough rationality, which leads to major mistakes.
“Look at you. You keep saying you will prioritize your career, but in the end, all you can think of is love.”
Anabel cried, “Grandpa, it’s not like that…”
Derrick interrupted, “Do you know how disappointed I am in you?”
Anabel looked at him, tears blurring her vision. “Grandpa…”
Derrick said sternly. “If you really can see the big picture, after knowing Matthew and Athena are engaged, you should give them your blessings. You should say good things about them before everyone and give them generous gifts at their wedding.
“This way, you will be seen as a generous and open–minded person. You will also be able to maintain a good relationship with the Donovan and Graham families. Moreover, you can expand your connections and resources.
“Instead, you’ve got two enemies. With the addition of the Trevor family now, you have three powerful enemies.
“What do you think will happen to our family if you don’t own up to
What you did?”
These words hit Anabel like a thunderbolt. She slumped to the ground and cried until her voice was hoarse. “I–I know I was wrong, Grandpa, really.”
Derrick turned around. “With our family’s status, you won’t suffer in prison.”
These were also the last words he said to Anabel.
Just like that, the paradise Anabel had been in since she was born was gone. She was in hell now.
The next morning, Anabel appeared at the press conference in a black suit, looking haggard. She explained that she had secretly paid thugs to kidnap the Donovan family because she was jealous that Matthew was engaged to Athena
She then bowed deeply to the camera and apologized to the Donovan family.
Next, she expressed shame and regret for her words and actions in the two videos. She bowed to the camera and apologized to the people and the country.
The entire internet was in an uproar. Although everyone still hated her, she was the only one from a prestigious family who publicly apologized and pleaded guilty.
The netizens remarked: [At least she’s willing to take responsibility for her actions. There’s still hope for her.]
Anabel’s actions also salvaged some of the Powell family’s reputation.
In addition, Anabel’s uncle, Dominic, who was involved in foreign affairs, also voluntarily turned himself in and confessed that he was the mastermind.
He claimed to have used Anabel’s computer to steal the confidential technology of the photolithography machine without
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her knowledge. He stated he was willing to bear the consequences.
Dominic had relied on the Powell family to get to where he was today. He had also obtained a lot of benefits because of this. Now that the family was in trouble, he had to repay the Powell family since he wasn’t very capable.
Of course, the matter of the photolithography machine was a national secret and would never be leaked into the news.
Subsequently, Anabel turned herself in and was officially arrested. As time passed, news about her and the Powell family gradually decreased.
However, there was insider news that Derrick resigned from his original idle position and completely withdrew from politics. The Powell family who held high positions were also transferred away from their original positions and reduced to marginal figures.
Like the sun setting on the horizon, although the Powell family still appeared prestigious, it was already declining
Seeing the Powell family’s fate, the Donovan family’s fury was finally eased and they stopped holding grudges.
At this moment, a video suddenly appeared online, causing a sensation on the Internet.
The video took place at a beach overseas. It showed a woman in a bathing suit walking or swimming occasionally looking toward the camera unconsciously.
As the camera zoomed in, the woman’s face became clear.
on the beach,
The netizens were stunned. One of them remarked: [This woman looks so much like Athena. Could she be Zilvia?]
In the second half of the video, the person recording the video walked up to the woman and asked her in Maiselish, “Excuse
do you know Zilvia Donovan?”
The woman replied in fluent Maiselish, I am Zilvia Donovan. Do you know me?”
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The videographer asked again, “Do you speak Osceitian?”
The woman replied fluently in Osceitian, I’m from Osceiton. Of course, I can speak Osceitian.”
The videographer wanted to ask more, but someone walked over and called Zilvia away.
The netizens were all excited. They frantically alerted Lockwood, Zayn, Luna, and the others, saying: [Zilvia has appeared. She looks exactly like Lockwood. She should be your missing family]
They suggested: [Hurry up and contact the videographer. Ask her where Zilvia is, then go find her.]
There were even people congratulating the Donovan family, saying: [After searching for so many years, you’ve finally–found Zilvia. She seems to be doing well. You don’t have to worry anymore.]
When the Donovan family saw this video, they were naturally also extremely excited. They all asked Athena, “Athena, look. She is Zilvia, right?”
Another added, “You and Zilvia are twins, and you have connections overseas. Let’s go abroad to look for Zilvia together”
Several others quickly said they wanted to go too.
Finally, someone said, “Let’s go together. I can’t wait to see Zilvin
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