Chapter 168


    Chapter 168 Cold–hearted


    Chil’s prcent actions weren’t particrly discreet, with a bit of investigation, one could easily


    uncover them. Sylviasat in her office, engrossed in her work, while Juliet held a tablet, scrolling


    through the news updates. She chuckled, then sighed involuntarily.


    The contrast was striking, prompting Syhia to nce at him more than once. What was he looking


    at today? He had been here for almost two hours without even intending to report to her. The


    documents were neatly arranged on his desk, already dealt with. Yet, he seemed oblivious to the


    fact that they needed to be taken elsewhere,


    “What are you up to? I’ve nearly finished my work, and here you are,ughing and crying. You don’t


    seem quite yourself,” Sylvia inquired.


    Hearing Sylvia’s words, Juliet finally set down her tablet, approaching Sylvia with a joyful


    expression.


    “It’s Cyril and Karina. You must see this. After thest banquet, Karina was rushed to the hospital.


    It’s been days, and the word is her pregnancy is in jeopardy Cyril merely Instructed Karina’s


    assistant to handle it. Rumors are spreading like wildfire, and it’s even made headlines. Men, tell


    you, can be incredibly callous. I never thought he could be so heartless.”


    Juliet truly hadn’t anticipated this turn of events. Given their intimate knowledge of Cyril and


    Karina’s affair, one would expect Cyril to show more concern, especially since Karina was carrying


    his child Instead, Katina was left alone in the hospital to tend to her pregnancy.


    “If I were in her shoes, I’d never keep the child. When the father doesn’t care, what difference does


    the mother’s concern make? The child’s future looks bleak,” Juliet remarked.


    Regardless, the birth of a child should ideally be a joyous asion both parents eagerly


    anticipate. Yet, this child’s arrival seemed more like an ident. Karina saw the child merely as a


    means to secure her position, while Cyril showed no interest. Thus, one could easily predict the


    child’s fate once born.


    Sylvia paused briefly, speakong frankly, “Tarina’s actions don’t warrant sympathy.”


    However, the child in Karina’s womb was indeed innocent. Faced with such circumstances, it was


    hard to determine who to me.


    “What are your thoughts?” Sylvia asked, puzzled by Juliet’s statement The child wasn’t theirs, so


    why did it matter what they thought? Shouldn’t Cyril and Karina’s opinions take precedence?


    “I didn’t give it much thought. The other day, the host messaged me, asking if we could start over. I


    don’t understand his intentions. He seems to believe there’s a chance t


    re for us to


    reconcile.


    “And what did you do?!


    “Thad our legal team file awsuit against him.”


    What else could she do? Dealing with someone who only brought trouble upon themselves called


    for decisive action. She had already stated before, they could choose one of two options. Since she


    didn’t want either, she acted ording to her own will.


    *Fair enough. It’s about time someone dealt with him. Speaking of matters, Miles has been on your


    brother’s mindtely. He’s constantly calling


    calling him and even went golfing with him today.”


    Bruce’s social standing no longer required him to invest much time inworking. Most people


    approached him for coboration, and he simply had to select who to work with However, Bruce’s


    recent initiative to golf with Miles was surprising.


    “He went golfing with Miles?” Sylvia was genuinely unaware of this development, feeling utterly


    astonished.


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    Sylvia had a clear idea of Bruce’s intentions. He likely sought this opportunity to get to know Miles


    better. However, Sylvia couldn’t fathom why he would prioritize such matters over work. Shouldn’t


    he focus on resolving work–rted issues first instead of ying gol!?


    Sylvia was at a loss for words.


    “That’s not the point. The point is, why dad Bruce go golfing with Miles? They have no significant


    ties. Even if they’re discussing potential business ventures, golfing seems unnecessary. So, what’s


    really going on between you and Miles? Given Bruce’s intense reaction, it must be rted to you.


    What’s the connection between you and Miles?”


    Juliet’s eyes sparkled with curiosity, genuinely intrigued by the unfolding events. In just two or three


    days, the situation had escted to the point where even Sylvia couldn’t decipher it


    She needed to inquire further to understand the situation fully,


    Sylvia felt a headacheing on. Not only did she not know how to exin Bruce’s actions to


    Miles, but now Juliet was fixated on the issue, leaving her unsure how to proceed


    “I have nothing to do with Miles. I merely saved him once in F country, as you know. Additionally, at


    the banquet, he assisted me with a minor issue. I made a casual joke with my brother, but it seems


    he took it seriously. It was all in jest.”


    Had Syda know this would happen, she would never have made such a joke. Now that things had


    escted, it was truly a headache–inducing situation


    “Your brother’s concem isn’t entirely unfounded. After all, Miles has a son, albeit not his biological


    one. If there’s anything between you two, you’d essentially be a stepmother. Bruce certainly


    wouldn’t want that for you”


    “We haven’t reached that point yet. You both are overthinking this. I made a joke, just a joke. It’s not


    right to cause someone unnecessary distress. Moreover, it we ever need to


    in the future, who would handle it? It’s quite awkward”


    Sylvia couldn’t help bait feel exasperated Her harmless jolor had been blown out of proportion. How


    would she Lace Miles in the future!