Felicity Ford’s face was filled with dissatisfaction, even a bit of anger.
Jude Shaw’s eyes flickered, "At that time, when Samantha Sullivan was pinned down by a homeless guy, Evan Yancy saw it. Although he arrived just in time and those homeless guys didn’t get a chance to do anything to Samantha, she’s a girl, and that shadow is a lifetime thing. Claire’s actions were wrong in this matter."
Felicity screamed sharply, glaring at him coldly.
"I’m telling you, regardless of whether Claire was right or wrong, Evan’s injury to her must be held accountable. If you dare to tell this to outsiders, don’t bother coming back to the Shaw Family."
Jude immediately fell silent, got up, and walked out.
Felicity was very annoyed by her son’s attitude. She was already upset about Claire’s injury, and now her son was being disobedient.
After leaving, Jude went to find Hugo Quinn.
Hugo was contemplating the plan to rescue Evan Yancy. Seeing Jude coming over, he nodded slightly and continued discussing the next steps with Julian Sterling.
Jude placed a small recording pen on the table and gave them a cold glance.
"You all have plans but don’t intend to tell me. What, afraid I’ll stab you in the back?"
Hugo’s mouth twitched. He knew this man never minced words, and he sighed.
"We just don’t want to make things difficult for you at the Shaw Family. Claire Shaw is your sister after all. If you help us, I doubt your life will be easy afterward."
Jude rubbed his temples. That family had long lost any meaning for him.
"Alright, I know you’re well-meaning. Take a look at what I’ve prepared for you."
Hugo picked up the recording pen, switched it on, and soon the conversation between Jude and Felicity played, the very dialogue they just had.
It practically revealed all of Claire’s wrongdoings and Felicity’s attitude, truly despicable. If such a recording got out, the online opinion would instantly reverse.
Hugo and Julian were both surprised; they hadn’t expected Jude to obtain this.
This was truly a trump card; once released, no one would say a word against Evan.
"It wasn’t easy getting this; I made a big effort. Now, tell me about your plan?"
Hugo and Julian exchanged a glance before speaking.
"We don’t have any grand plan, but we do intend to blow this matter wide open and make all Claire’s actions public. When we went to save Samantha, wasn’t there a camera recording? That’s our evidence. But this all requires the cooperation of Samantha, the victim." Follow current ɴᴏᴠᴇʟs on 𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗹·𝖿𝗂𝗋𝖾·𝗇𝖾𝗍
Jude nodded. Yes, blowing things up would benefit Evan, then the old master’s attitude would surely change.
In the afternoon, Hugo went to the hospital.
Eleanor Hollis had been staying with Samantha Sullivan at the hospital. Seeing him arrive, she anxiously asked.
"Is there any way? To get Evan out, I don’t want him to go to jail."
Samantha’s eyes filled with hope as she looked at Hugo.
Hugo’s face was serious as he sat down by the bed and shook his head slowly.
The light in Samantha’s eyes instantly dimmed, and she almost burst into tears.
"Now, Old Master Ford has sent people to investigate Evan’s company. It’s likely to collapse. Samantha, what do you think? I’ve always been aware of the entanglements between you and Evan; do you wish him to be this unfortunate?"
Even at this time, Hugo didn’t forget to lend Evan a hand, making Samantha see her true feelings clearly.
"No... it’s not like that, I don’t want him to go to jail, or be ruined because of my issues. Hugo, please help him..."
It was Eleanor’s first time seeing Samantha and she felt sorry, she too looked at Hugo.
"Hugo, please help Evan, he’s a good person. Even I want to kill Claire for this, let alone him. He’s always loved Samantha, how could he stand to see her treated like that, please help him?"
She pleaded, pitifully tugging on Hugo’s sleeve.
Hugo hesitated, seemingly contemplating whether to help.
Seeing hope, Samantha excitedly tried to get off the bed to kneel.
But Eleanor stopped her, turning her head to look at Hugo.
"Samantha is my good friend. Hugo, if you can, please help her."
Hugo sighed and spoke.
"Samantha, I want to know what’s in your heart. Do you love Evan?"
Samantha shivered. How could she not? When her brother got into an accident, she was scared and worried. Later, learning that the car accident was orchestrated by Evan, it felt like her world collapsed, and her heart ached unbearably. Every night after the breakup, she would wake up from nightmares.
That man was like a poison, long since seeped into her heart and soul.
She slowly lowered her eyes, tears streaming down her cheeks.
Hugo’s brows slightly relaxed. Hearing this, everything Evan did seemed worth it.
"He has no close family left in this world. Don’t blame him for hitting your brother. Back then, he and his sister relied on each other, and she was so young. Because of your brother’s drunk driving, she was gone just like that. If it were you, could you not hate? Your family did pay, but can money bring back his sister’s life? His parents took the money and left, leaving him alone in the pain of losing his sister. Samantha, Evan is a person who values emotions deeply. Just like now with you, no matter the price, he will make those who hurt you pay."
Samantha’s tears flowed even more fiercely. She knew it was her brother’s fault, and she always thought Evan and his family had accepted the compensation, which is why she resented Evan. If they accepted it, why return for revenge?
She didn’t realize it was his parents who accepted the compensation, and those parents who never cared about the siblings’ life or death, ended up using that money to enjoy life.
No wonder Evan harbored such deep resentment; his sister’s death was a hurdle he couldn’t overcome.
The breakup with Evan wasn’t just about her brother; she feared seeing Evan’s hatred in his eyes, which would be worse than death for her, so she pretended to be carefree and left his side.
But she wasn’t at all carefree; she often went back to their old rented place, hoping to return to the past.
"I will help him; he is my brother."
Hugo said, slowly standing up.
"But this still requires your help."
"I’m willing! Whatever it takes, I’m willing!"
Samantha said eagerly, her gaze resolute.