Let’s start all over again,shall we?

Chapter 258 The One and Only Ben's mother's surgery required around 120,000 dollars. After factoring in the cost of nutritional supplements and post-operative care, there wouldn't be much left from the 150,000 dollars.

But now, having failed his mission, he had only received a 75,000-dollar deposit. He pushed back against Maggie, hoping his employer would value his quick thinking and pay the remaining amount.

It seemed even more critical now, given how the situation unfolded.

His reputation was already tarnished; if that was the case, why not shoulder the blame? Perhaps they wouldn't hold back on that remaining balance by shielding the mastermind.

Having angered her, even if he was willing to expose the instigator, Maggie was unlikely to pay him off. This man wouldn't let himself off easily, let alone the mastermind, who would surely send someone to deal with him.

In that scenario, it was wiser to protect the mastermind. At least he would only have one adversary against him.

Perhaps, with this gesture, his mother's surgery could still go smoothly.

Nathael ordered coldly. "Alex, spread my decree. All hospitals in Aquapolis are forbidden from treating him or his mother. Otherwise, they'll be seen as my enemies." The statement landed with such force that it caused a stir in everyone's hearts. Ben collapsed to the ground, his face ghastly pale.

For a few seconds, Ronald was stunned and instinctively turned towards Nathael.

Everyone could see he had a stern expression and a sharp gaze; clearly, he truly meant it.

They struggled to imagine how he was willing to go to such lengths to protect this woman.

Someone regained their composure and speculated, "What's the story with this woman? Wasn't she said to be an adopted daughter of the Camerons? How come, Mr. Harris?" "She's the Camerons' adopted daughter, but I heard she and Mr. Harris used to be friends. Previously, she even held a press conference to clear his name." "But looking at the two of them, they appear to be more than just friends." "But wasn't there talk of the Harrises forming an alliance with the Brays through marriage? What happened to that?" "It's unclear if that marriage plan is in place; there hasn't been an official engagement. However, seeing Mr. Harris defend Maggie today suggests it's sincere." "You have a point. In all these years, I've never seen Mr. Harris defend a woman like this. You missed it earlier Maggie twisted her ankle, and Mr. Harris was helping her change her shoes." Amidst the conversation/many eyes fell on Maggie's feet. They did indeed notice that, at spoint, she 1/3 Chapter 258 The One and Only Of course, slooked at Beth sympathetically, knowing she was the one the Brays had intended to be Nathael's bride.

Receiving his instructions, Alex promptly responded, "Yes, Mr. Harris." Nathael walked over to Ben. He loomed over him with a high and mighty scrutiny and said coldly, "You can't possibly be naive enough to think that just having money is enough to get treatment.” Ben shivered. The man's imposing presence overwhelms him, instilling an involuntary fear.

And those narrow, dark eyes seemed dangerously intimidating, as if every thought and intention had nowhere to hide before him.

Maggie stood on the sspot, pondering the situation with deliberate calmness. She felt it was tto act She and Nathael had taken She and Nathael had approached the situation with a mix of soft and hard. tactics. Ben's concern for his mother prompted her to believe he would confess.

Raising her eyes, she spotted Beth's pale, expressionless face in the crowd.

Their eyes met, and Maggie could sense the defiance in Beth's gaze.

She responded with a mocking smile before locking eyes with her.

As expected, in the next moment, Ben gritted his teeth and pointed at Beth. His voice was choked with emotion. "I'll say it. It was hers. She instructed me. She was upstairs just now, standing not far behind Ms. Adam!” Beth's complexion turned pale, and she reflexively protested. “Nonsense! I don't even know you!" Maggie's smile deepened as she maintained eye contact with Beth. "With so many witnesses, he specifically identifies Ms. Bray. Quite amusing Beth retorted, maintaining her composure, "Let's stick to the facts, Maggie. You might bully a waiter, but don't think you can pin an unfounded charge onwith just a few words!" Beth knew she couldn't admit to any of it.

It would severely damage her reputation and put her character under scrutiny.

Maggie laughed derisively. "It seems Ms. Bray cannot tell right from wrong. The evidence is conclusive, and he has confessed. You're accusingof bullying him? Do you needto be the one rolling down the stairs, bloodied and bruised, for you to believe it?" Beth's face turned ashen, and she clarified, "That's not what I mean. But you've been pressuring him with your words; it could seem like you're using your position to intimidate." Maggie arched an eyebrow. "Intimidation? The guests here can attest that I've been nothing but rational and empathetic on whose authority do you think I'm bullying anyone?" Beth was momentarily speechless, instinctively looking towards Nathael She knew Maggie was leveraging Nathael's influence, but admitting it openly was out of the question.

2/3 Especially since Nathael had publicly defended her.

Confessing her wrongdoing now would be a blow to her own dignity in Aquapolis.

Maggie wasn't about to let things slide easily. She persisted, "Isn't it m strange? Just earliex, Ms. Bray mentioned wating to keepaway from Mr. Harris, and now someone tries to harm me. What a terrifying coincidence."

"Maggie, your accusation doesn't carry much weight. There are plenty of women who admire Nathael. 1 don't see the need to trouble you over this." Beth responded, trying to assert her superiority She also portrayed Maggie as someone who was overly fixated on Nathael and had delusional feelings for him.

Maggie didn't bother defending herself against this accusation.

After all, speople wanted Nathael for themselves, but that would never happen. She had to allow Beth. to make her point.

Denying them even that small consolation would be cruel.

Nathael seemed unwilling to tolerate any further. He turned to Beth and hand firmly declared, "MSXBray, Show NO srespe srespect. I love Maggie, and for over twenty years, she's been the only one." Nathael's open confession of his feelings for Maggie in such a public setting surprised Maggie..

She found herself lost in his gaze, which was rare in such a public spectacle..

His demeanour was firm and commanding, standing tall against the darkness of the night. He appeared deep, restrained, yet glowing in his presence.

What surprised her even more was the calm and unwavering gaze in his eyes as he spoke, revealing no hint of hesitation or doubt.

His words carried the weight of sincerity and unwavering determination from his heart.

Nathael's declaration was unwavering and determined.

Maggie's eyes welled up slightly, and her lips felt dry as she let out a soft sigh. Nathael, meeting you in this lifetmust be a great fortune spanning many lifetimes.

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