Chapter 349 A Cruel World
Eric’s reaction satisfied Saul, and he smirked smugly.
Saul planned to make Eric the scapegoat, if he ever needed one, from the moment Eric worked
for him.
He made the necessary arrangements beforehand by having Eric’s entire family move into Massey Manor.
They were all in his hands, so Eric had no other choice. He had to agree to take the fall for the Masseys, or his family would go down with him.
If Eric showed any sign of protest, Saul would instantly kill off Eric’s entire family!
Feeling helpless, Eric relented. He clenched his jaw and declared, “Fine! I’ll do it!”
However, he glared at Saul and added, “You’d better keep your word. If anything happens to my family, I’ll take you down with me!”
This was his only option. If he did not take the fall, his family would be in danger.
With his family at stake, he could not be selfish and save his own skin. All he could do was agree to Saul’s demand.
Saul smiled in response to the change in Eric’s stance.
“Don’t worry. Even if you die, I’ll take good care of your family. I’ll give them a handsome sum and ensure they’re satisfied!” Saul assured with a smirk.
“You knew this day would come, didn’t you, Saul? But I’m warning you. If you break your promise, I’ll make you pay, even if it costs me my life!” Eric snarled with a twisted expression.
Alas, Saul simply scoffed.
He was amused by Eric’s attempt to threaten him. How was Eric supposed to do anything to him once he was arrested by the authorities and charged with the crimes?
Meanwhile, Kevin felt sympathetic as he looked at the despairing Eric.
Thanks to this incident, he came to an understanding. The Massey family was a ticking time bomb, and he could very well end up in Eric’s shoes someday.
Having gained clarity, Kevin realized he needed to prepare for the eventual scenario that would trap him!
“Dad, since Eric has agreed to do it, let’s hurry over to Stewart Residence. Things would get a lot messier for us if Caspian and the authorities made their move first!” Jessica urged.
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Since they had the scapegoat they needed, they had to proceed with their plan as quickly as possible.
If they delayed any longer, Caspian might report the situation to the authorities, and it would be too late once the investigations started.
“Come. Let’s head over to Stewart Residence,” Saul said with a nod.
With the hopeless Eric in tow, Saul and the others drove off to Stewart Residence.
In a VIP room at Southlake Hospital, Flora was reunited with Cora.
“Mommy! I’ve finally found you, Mommy!” Flora squealed.
“Flora, my poor baby! Why are you so badly injured? Who did this to you?”
Cora’s heart broke at the sight of Flora’s battered and bruised face.
She was just an ordinary street cleaner who belonged to the lowest social class. She earned a meager salary. Life was tough enough already. Why were there still people who wanted to bully them even more?
“Mommy…” Flora wailed as she threw herself into Cora’s arms.
Willow’s eyes misted over. She was deeply affected by the misery of others.
“How are they? Will they be alright?” Caspian asked Abel, who was standing beside him.
“Rest assured, Mr. Lynch. They only suffered external injuries. They’ll be fine with the necessary treatment and a few days of rest. If they feel uncomfortable in the hospital, they can go home to recuperate instead,” Abel said respectfully.
He had assigned the best doctors in the hospital to tend to Cora’s and Flora’s injuries.
“Got it. You can go back to work now,” Caspian said.
Abel nodded and left the room.
Caspian was probably the first person to receive such treatment from Abel. As the hospital director, it was indeed a big deal that he was personally keeping an eye on a patient.
“I’m so sorry, Madam Upton, We arrived at your house too late, and those people had already. hurt Flora,” Willow said remorsefully.
If they had been any later, Flora might have even died. Willow would have been plagued by regret for the rest of her life.
Cora wiped her tears away and exclaimed, “What are you saying, miss? If it hadn’t been for you guys, Flora and I would’ve died today. I’m so thankful that you brought Flora to me…”
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She even wanted to get out of bed and thank Willow.
Cora and Flora had no one but each other. They were each other’s worlds.
If anything happened to Flora, life would lose all meaning to Cora.
Caspian and Willow’s appearance in their lives was akin to salvation.
Yet, Willow felt too embarrassed and guilty to accept Cora’s gratitude, for the Masseys were the ones who caused Cora and Flora’s suffering.
“Don’t say that, Madam Upton. You don’t need to be so courteous. To be honest, I’m related to the Masseys, and I never thought they’d do such an outrageous thing!” Willow declared as she held Cora steady and stopped her from thanking her.
The more grateful Cora was, the more uncomfortable Willow felt.
If not for her, it was unlikely that the Stewarts and the Masseys could have expanded their power and influence so rapidly.
Perhaps none of this would have occurred if she had not been the CEO of Southlake Corporation.
This thought only served to intensify the guilt Willow felt.
“Ms. Stewart, I know you’re the CEO of Southlake Corporation. You’re a kind woman. The Masseys have done terrible things, but their actions have nothing to do with you.
“I saw everything that you’ve done for me. Without you and your husband, Flora and I would probably be dead by now,” Cora said gratefully.
was not
She a highly educated woman, but she knew right from wrong.
The Masseys‘ conduct had nothing to do with Willow, and she was not going to blame Willow for what happened.
Alas, Cora’s thoughtfulness and consideration only made Willow feel worse.
If only she found out what the Masseys had been doing earlier.
Caspian changed the subject by saying, “I have good news, Madam Upton. Dr. Hardison said that you and Flora can be discharged from the hospital early if you don’t feel comfortable. staying here.”
“Really? That’s wonderful! I can finally get out of the hospital! I feel so suffocated in here. I need to leave and start working to earn money!” Cora exclaimed in excitement.
Cora could not rest easy in the hospital All she could think about was earning more money. She needed money to support herself and Flora.
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Just then, Cora’s phone, an extremely outdated model, started ringing. She quickly took the call.
“What did you say? Why are you firing me? I didn’t do anything wrong!” Cora exclaimed.
“You have no right to fire me! How am I supposed to support myself and my daughter with no income?
“Please, I’m begging you. Don’t fire me-
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