A reporter Anabel hired said, "Madalyn Acevedo, 24 years old, from Ebadena.
"She graduated two years ago from Ebadena University and is an intern lawyer at Doyle Law Firm, earning over $1,600 a month, plus an extra month’s salary at year-end and commission for completed cases.
"The firm is quite mediocre, with only two practicing lawyers and fewer than ten employees total. They don’t get much business, operating on slim profits, mostly handling divorce cases, infidelity investigations, and lost pet searches.
"Her parents have passed away, and there are no other relatives. So far, we haven’t found out how she met Alexander.
"She currently lives in Room 1200, Skyline Apartment, valued at around $2 million. It was originally in Alexander’s name but was transferred to hers last month.
"Additionally, she owns a three-bedroom apartment in Starry Community worth over $2 million, drives a Volkswagen Phaeton, and has savings exceeding $200,000. All these assets can be traced back to Alexander’s confidants."
Anabel was initially surprised. "They say Alexander isn’t interested in women, yet he’s been secretly keeping one and didn’t let a whisper slip out?"
Then she sneered, deep disappointment in her eyes. "Men really are all the same. Women who treat them like treasures are fools."
She grabbed the file and waved it dismissively, her tone dripping with disdain. "Focus on this woman. Whenever Alexander is out of Rosemont City, set up an appointment with her. I’ll speak with her personally."
Dealing with Alexander himself was tricky, especially since he was the president of the Moran Group, which could lead to a lot of trouble.
However, handling Alexander’s girlfriend to make her retreat or even disappear was much simpler. Unless she was completely clueless.
Anabel thought, ’But surely Alexander won’t fall for a woman like that, right?’
The reporter on the video call respectfully replied, "Yes, I’ll inform you as soon as I have any updates."
Meanwhile, news of Alexander spending the night at his girlfriend’s place trended online, exploding in popularity.
Netizens were eagerly gossiping and speculating.
"Alexander has cleared the news. He shows them no respect, brazenly flaunting his affair. He’s rebellious and arrogant. I’m genuinely worried he might lose his position."
"Mr. Moran should be fine, but no one knows what might happen to his woman."
"This is more exciting than a drama! I hope the young man can withstand the pressure from the elders."
"I want to know everything about this beauty!"
"Isn’t there anyone online who can dig up info on Mr. Moran’s girlfriend yet?"
Avery was driving her Miracle 3.0, listening to the gossip while heading to Viento Court to pick up Zilvia’s things.
Though Alexander hadn’t explained, she understood that Alexander’s "girlfriend" wasn’t a real girlfriend but a companion he used to stand against the Moran and Powell families.
Moreover, she had a vague feeling that Alexander might be using this "girlfriend" to protect her.
"Ugh, this feels complicated," she muttered. "Both the Moran family and the Powell family are typical wealthy families. I hope he can handle it."
Avery thought, ’What if he can’t hold up or gets hurt? Alas, I will definitely have to help him.’
By noon, she arrived at the old house, carrying a tote bag upstairs.
Just then, Linda, who arrived about ten minutes later at Viento Court, saw her car and was shocked to the point that she looked pale.
Linda thought, ’She is here too? Did the Carter family actually invite her over? Their relationship has progressed to the point where they spent the night together and met each other’s families?’
Linda was well aware of how much Jaden valued family.
If Jaden didn’t consider someone family, he would never bring them home.
In an instant, Linda felt a pang in her heart, and tears streamed down her face.
She thought sadly, ’Jaden, I was wrong. But I woke up less than three years ago. How could you fall for another woman so quickly? No matter where I am, my heart still belongs to you. How could you betray our feelings? I refuse to accept this!’
Linda pounded the steering wheel like a madwoman, crying. "I’ve only loved you in my life. I won’t let anyone else have you! This time, no matter how many obstacles there are or what methods I have to use, I’ll get you back!"
She cried intermittently for nearly half an hour before finally tiring herself out.
Wiping her tears with a tissue, Linda reapplied her makeup.
Just as she finished, she saw Avery coming down with a bulging tote bag, and a sudden urge to run her over flashed through Linda’s mind.
But she controlled herself.
However, the next shocking thing happened.
Wesley was standing on the balcony, waving to Avery below, saying, "Avery, drive slowly on your way back. Don’t rush."
"Okay," Avery looked up and waved back. "Dad, you still have to work this afternoon. Take a quick nap. I’m leaving now."
Linda thought, ’Dad? Avery called Wesley ’Dad’? Could it be that Jaden is going to marry Avery?’
The mere thought of it made Linda’s heart race.
In a panic, she slammed on the gas, chasing after Avery.
As soon as Avery stepped outside, she noticed Linda’s eye-catching dark green BMW and couldn’t help but frown, thinking, ’What is she up to?’
Since the day before yesterday, Linda had been following Avery, and today she even showed up at the Carter family, which made Avery feel uneasy.
She usually wouldn’t care about such trivial matters. After all, she was driving a Miracle 3.0. If Linda had the guts, she could crash into Avery and see how sturdy her car really was.
But after discovering that Linda had found Viento Court, Avery felt annoyed.
Avery thought, ’Linda wasn’t trying to harass my family, was she? That won’t do.’
So, after getting away from Viento Court, Avery took a less-traveled street and parked her car in front of Linda’s dark green BMW, blocking her way. Then she got out and knocked on Linda’s window, annoyed. "Why are you following me? What do you want?"
Linda was momentarily taken aback, then smiled. "Let’s talk."
The two women entered a nearby coffee shop that had no other customers, sitting at a small table in the corner.
Avery ordered herself a cup of coffee but didn’t order one for Linda.
Linda did the same, but once she got her coffee, she stared at Avery and asked, "Are you even of legal age? Does your family approve of your relationship with Jaden?"
Avery was taken aback and blinked at Linda, thinking, ’She actually thinks Jaden and I are dating.’
She wasn’t going to explain herself, instead wearing a smug smile. "My situation with Jaden is none of your business."
Her ambiguity infuriated Linda.
Linda slammed the table, disregarding her image, and shouted, "Of course, it’s my business! I’m Jaden’s first love, his true love, his fiancée!
"We started dating in our freshman year of college, and our relationship lasted until two years and nine months ago, a total of seven years. We even had a wedding."