The CEO Gets What He Wants

Chapter 593

Chapter 593 Rory Takes After Claire

Nicole's relentless insults caused a hint of embarrassment to manifest on Evangeline's face.

Earlier on, Evangeline was still in a blissful state and thought that things were starting to get better for her. Little did she realize that her happiness would be short-lived, and she was utterly shocked by the truth.

It was only after a long while that Evangeline returned to her senses. She turned stiffly and looked at Nicole. “You knew that I wasn't related to the Lambert family. Why, then, have you tampered with the paternity test? Nicole, what exactly are you up to?”

Nicole replied ambiguously, “For the past few days, you have seen with your own eyes how badly Mom wants to find her long-lost daughter. Unfortunately, she has been unable to locate her, and it upsets her mentally. In order to console Mom and keep the family intact, I lie to her.”

Evangeline was still confused. “But, why did you pick me in the end?”

Nicole answered with a sneer, “Do you really think that I want to choose you? You just happen to appear at the right place at the right time. I suppose it's your luck... Evangeline, let me warn you. Don't think that you are the real daughter of the Lambert family just because you have become part of the family. You're only a fake at best. You have no right to order me around! On the contrary, you will have to obey my instructions. Since I can let you rise to the top, I can also make you come back down! Don't forget that!”

Evangeline suppressed her anger and asked, “What the hell do you want from me? What do you want me to do?”

It was then Nicole got up and walked toward her. She fiddled with the exquisite necklace on Evangeline's neck before saying, “This limited-edition necklace is quite nice. There is only one piece in the entire Ackleton. Tsk! Mom loves you so much.”

With that, Nicole gave the necklace a hard tug, intending to pull the jewelry away from Evangeline's neck.

Evangeline quickly held on to her necklace and refused to let go. “This necklace has been gifted to me. You want to take it for yourself?”

“Do you really think you are the daughter of the Lambert family? Do you really think you have the right to enjoy such good treatment? Let me tell you something. Everything that you own in the Lambert family belongs to me, and that includes the necklace!”

“No way!” Evangeline guarded the necklace with her life and stared at Nicole with bloodshot eyes. “This is my necklace. Mom has given it to me. No one can take it away from me!”

With a sneer on her face, Nicole grabbed a fistful of the woman's hair and gave it a hard tug. “What a stubborn fool you are, Evangeline! Say, why don't I expose your real identity in front of Dad and Mom right now?”

“It hurts... Let go...”

It hurt so bad that Evangeline began to tear up. She instantly paled upon hearing Nicole's threats.

“Please, I beg of you. Please don't tell them the truth. I will do anything you ask of me,” she pleaded.

Although Evangeline had only stayed with the Lambert family for three days, she had fully experienced the luxury of being part of the high society. There was no need to worry about money, and she could buy whatever she fancied, not to mention the rise in her status.

If she returned to the Gellana family, it would mean that she would have to go back to the tough life she had before.

Trying to get into Nicole's good books, Evangeline removed the necklace and gave it to her. “You can have the necklace. In the future, I will give you anything you want. Please keep it a secret for me. Please don't expose my true identity...”

Nicole snorted and snatched the necklace away before glaring at Evangeline. “Hmph! I guess you have some sense.”

When Claire was passing by Evangeline's room, she heard some voices coming from within.

Worried that her daughter might not be used to living with the Lambert family, she knocked on the door. “Eva, are you still awake? Who are you talking to?”

She then opened the door and walked in.

When she saw the two girls chatting and holding hands, Claire began to relax.

Nicole picked up a pillow and said softly, “Mom, I was worried that Evangeline will feel uneasy here, so I came over to keep her company.”

Evangeline looked at Nicole's face and couldn't help making a mental remark. This woman is truly an actress. She's perfect in her acting.

True enough, Claire bought Nicole's story. She smiled gladly and said, “Nickie, you are such a good child. Evangeline is lucky to have a sister like you. It's getting late. You girls better rest early. Tomorrow, there is an award ceremony at International Elementary School. I will be the award presenter. Once the ceremony is over, I will take both of you shopping.”

Evangeline's eyes lit up when she heard the word “shopping.”

Nicole noticed that and sneered in her heart. Yet, she said sweetly, “All right, Mom. You rest early too. Goodnight.”

The moment Claire left, Nicole threw the pillow aside and stopped her pretense. “I'll be making a move first. Remember what you say tonight. If not, I'll make your life hell!”

Evangeline pretended to look scared, but in truth, she was gritting her teeth.

B*itch! Nicole is just an orphan who is taken in by the Lambert family. We are almost the same. What gives her the right to lord over me?

I'll let her have her way for a few more days. Nicole has stayed in the orphanage before, and after working in the entertainment industry for so long, I'm sure I can find some dirt on her.

If I find anything, I'm going to deal with her!

The next day at International Elementary School, there was a group of adorable and beautiful “swans” dancing ballet in the center of the lovely stage.

The lead dancer was a girl who was around six years old. Her back was straight, and she looked like a beautiful little angel. It was as if she shone and was at the center of everyone's attention.

The little girl began to raise her arms and one of her legs to dance along with the music. She spun around and leaped into the air. Every one of her movements was accurate and gentle at the same time. It was obvious she was a better dancer than the rest of the girls. The audience applauded her every now and then.

Avery was seated among the audience, and she was clapping so hard that her palms were turning red.

She stared at Rory and could not believe that her own daughter was such an outstanding dancer.

Avery knew nothing about dancing. Yet, Rory was so adept in ballet. I wonder who she takes after? Cayden? This content © Nôv/elDr(a)m/a.Org.

Avery shook her head. That man was a genius in business. However, he was clumsy when it came to dancing. Is Rory simply talented?

Claire, who was seated among the special guests, had been staring at Rory since the moment the child stepped onto the stage. The shock in Claire's eyes was as clear as day.

The little girl who was leading the dance reminded Claire of herself when she was a child, especially in the way she danced. Claire couldn't help but recall the days when she herself was training as a dancer.

We look alike, so much alike!

If it had not been for the fact that she was seated among the special guests and therefore had to be mindful of her image, Claire would've walked onto the stage to get a look at the beautiful little girl.