Chapter 102: The play has ended
“Who are you?” Mrs. Emily asked abruptly, “How dare you intervene in other people’s affairs?”
“Allow me to introduce myself. I am Nika Curs, Ansel’s lawyer. I am here, of course, to protect my client. I will present sufficient evidence to prove the truthfulness of my client’s statements.”
“What kind of lawyer is here? Who would believe that? It’s better if you don’t play tricks,” Mrs. Emily stubbornly refused to believe.Material © of NôvelDrama.Org.
“No, I have no reason to engage in fraud or deception,” Nika calmly requested. “Now, I ask everyone to remain silent as I present the evidence.”
After speaking, Nika gently placed her phone on the table and played the recorded conversation.
There was a tense silence, and suddenly everyone was stunned upon hearing the conversation between Desi and Kevin.
“Kevin, please stop. I have to go back to the party. Ansel might be looking for me.”
“Just a little longer, and it will be quick. I need to be with you right now.”
“No, Kevin, don’t.” Desi kept refusing, but she lacked the strength to resist the temptation.
“I know you want me too. So don’t deny it anymore.”
Then came the sounds of moans, which everyone knew Desi was engaged in. After the passionate sexual activity, Kevin and Desi had a brief conversation:
“Kevin, we should stop. If Ansel finds out, we’ll get into trouble.”
“Don’t worry about Ansel. I’m about to achieve what I want. I’m sure in the future I’ll surpass Ansel in everything. I’ll have Ansel’s position, and of course, I’ll have you too. Can you wait for me, Desi? I promise it won’t be long.”
“Kevin, stop dreaming. I will marry Ansel and become his woman.”
“Aren’t you afraid that Ansel will find out you’re no longer a virgin? He values that a lot. I’m concerned for you.”
“I will find a way to deal with Ansel.”
“You seem quite confident, don’t you?”
“Of course, I have the support and assistance of Ansel’s mother. I’m certain I will achieve what I want.”
“Even if you and Ansel get married in the future, please don’t forget that I was the first man to touch you.”
The recording stops, showing that Desi and Kevin have left the conference room and gone out.
Nika observed the bewildered and panicked expressions on the faces of the individuals present in the living room of the Brown residence and continued speaking:
“That was the first audio recording discussing the secret meeting between Desi and Kevin on the night of the company’s anniversary event.”
“Why don’t I remember any of this?” Ansel suddenly spoke up, questioning
“Because you had already left by that time,” Nika explained, “this recording was made after you left.”
“How did you get it?” Ansel asked curiously.
“I was there myself; to be precise, I followed one of them and caught them red-handed,” Nika revealed calmly, surprising many.
“This is the second recording, from two weeks ago at the hotel where the birthday party was held,” Nika continued, playing the second recording.
“Kevin, I need your help.”
“What do you need?”
“I want to get pregnant. So, have sex with me.”
After that, Desi led Kevin into the room.
“Did you also happen to be there?” Ansel asked after the recording stopped playing.
“I actually went looking for you,” Nika explained. “I heard that you had returned to the room in an unusual state, so I wanted to make sure you were okay. I didn’t find you, but I caught Desi in a compromising situation outside the room with Kevin.”
“During that time, I managed to escape her trap,” Ansel revealed. “My arm was injured and has required treatment for the past two weeks.”
“At that time, after risking my life, I managed to escape her trap,” Ansel disclosed.
“My arm was injured and has required treatment for the past two weeks.”
“And then you weren’t in the room?” Nika asked.
“That’s right. I went to Erica. She’s a doctor, and she could help me control that demonic drug,” Ansel replied.
The short conversation between Ansel and Nika seemed to not capture the attention of the distressed characters. Desi and Mrs. Emily were contemplating ways to escape this ordeal, while Mrs. Hani was in such a state of shock that she could only remain silent.
“Now everyone is aware of the situation. The liar has been revealed. I guarantee that this evidence is authentic and that my client’s words are true. Therefore, if anyone intends to object, doubt, or attempt to alter the outcome, it would be a mistake.”
A suffocating silence fell upon the room, and all eyes turned towards Desi, who was now hunched over, displaying extreme distress. Sitting beside Desi, Mrs. Emily also had a pale face filled with worry as her plan had failed.
“What do you have to say, Desi?” Nika asked, causing Desi to startle.
Desi now realized that she couldn’t continue playing her role. She knew that, despite her denial, the evidence had proven it to be true. It would confront her and bring about severe consequences. Deep down, Desi had long wanted to put an end to these wicked actions, ever since Ansel adamantly refused to acknowledge the child. She feared punishment from the Brown family. However, due to her mother’s continued insistence, Desi felt obligated to obey her mother’s will. Mrs. Emily was the mastermind behind the entire plan, pressuring Desi to participate. All Mrs. Emily wanted was the Brown family’s wealth. This failure was due to Mrs. Emily’s unwavering determination and, to some extent, Desi’s own complacency. After that night, Desi didn’t see Ansel coming to punish her, and she thought that he had perhaps forgotten everything. Therefore, she came here with confidence to carry out the malicious scheme that Mrs. Emily had orchestrated. But unexpectedly, both she and her mother faced a tragic outcome.
“I’m sorry,” Desi whispered gently.
“Why did you do it? Did you genuinely want Ansel, or was it for something else?” Nika asked wisely.
Desi shook her head, unwilling to explain anything about this. Because Desi had a reason to remain silent, she wanted to protect her mother.
“Why, Desi?” Mrs. Hani exclaimed suddenly. After a moment of shock, she was finally able to express her emotions: “How dare you deceive me while I wholeheartedly supported you?”
“Aunt, I’m sorry. I know I was wrong, but I truly cannot imagine my life without Ansel. That’s why I made such a foolish mistake.” Desi stuttered in her speech.
“Stay silent!” Mrs. Hani shouted in anger. “I considered you like a daughter and loved you with all my heart. Is this how you repay me?”
“Sorry…” Desi could only bow her head, trying to hide her shame.
“You’re a jerk.” Mrs. Hani screamed, then hugged her chest, because she was so heartbroken that she had a heart attack.
“Mommy.” Ansel panicked and ran towards her mother when she saw Mrs. Hani fall to the floor. Erica also quickly came to help Mrs. Hani.
Seeing that the situation was out of control, Mr. Brown seriously demanded:
“You all must leave my house immediately and never return. Of course, all the ongoing and future collaboration projects between Brown and Scott are now canceled.”
“I understand your decision.” Mr. Ethan endured the disdain and humiliation from Ansel’s father and said, “I apologize on behalf of our family. As a father, I take responsibility for re-educating Desi.”
Desi’s father finished speaking and couldn’t bear to look at Mr. Brown anymore. He bowed his head low to express his apology. Desi and Mrs. Emily also followed suit, bowing their heads in remorse.
Afterward, the Scott family quickly left the Brown mansion.
As for Mrs. Hani, thanks to Erica’s timely first aid, nothing serious or unfortunate happened.