Chapter 283: Chapter 291

Chapter 291 Alice hadn’t expected her strategy to pay off so quickly. Her decision to return to the Land mansion and force Chloe’s hand had been a stroke of genius.

“Ms. Alice, but the man in the photo isn’t the same as the one before, Mandy said Alice received the photo. The middle–aged man driving the car was not Chloe’s father. But since it was another car from the 4S store, it meant Chloe’s father had some connection to this man She was closer than ever to the truth.

Alice murmured, “Keep digging.” She was cautious within the Land mansion. “Ms. Alice, the supplier’s kickback scandal has implicated many foundations, including Miss Garcia’s. The Chen family is trying to suppress the news, but the damage is substantial understand.”

After the call, Alice felt this wasn’t accidental; someone had orchestrated it to divert attention from the expired napkins. Everyone was busy damage–controlling; no one would focus on the Land family’s expired goods.

Had Ethan done it? But the Chens were involved; wasn’t he afraid of angering them? Alice went downstairs and overheard Ethan shouting, “Lewis, are you insane? You implicated so many families! Can the Lands afford to offend them?”

“Big brother, this is a perfect solution to the Land family’s problems. No one will laugh at the expired napkins anymore;

everyone’s hands are dirty.”

“Why didn’t you tell me?” Ethan was furious.

Chloe stood beside Lewis.“Big brother, don’t be angry. Fifth brother did this for me. He’s new to Washington and made a mistake.” She was relieved; she couldn’t reach her father, but Lewis had solved the problem. Ethan was the Chens‘ son–in–law;

they probably wouldn’t care. Ethan, already furious, slapped Chloe. This is all your fault! How dare you speak?” He regretted letting Chloe handle the foundation; Alice wouldn’t have taken kickbacks.

Alice descended the stairs, seeing Chloe being slapped. She knew Ethan hadn’t done it; the Chens were involved.

was Lewis comforted Chloe, who hid in his arms and cried. She couldn’t defend herself; the evidence irrefutable. It was all Alice’s fault for participating in the charity event. “Big brother, why did you hit her? Don’t you remember Chloe’s father saved our parents? The Lands owe her a life!”

Ethan was speechless. He’d used that excuse against Alice, but it felt wrong coming from Lewis. He couldn’t argue; he was angry and frustrated.

Ethan tugged at his tie, noticing Alice. He yelled,“Alice, you’re enjoying this! You caused this!”

“What did I do? Did I take kickbacks and buy expired napkins? Did I expose the supplier’s kickbacks?”

Alice’s sharp words left Ethan speechless. She hadn’t done any of that; Chloe had!

Ethan’s mind cleared.

Lewis retorted, “Alice, stop pretending. Those practices are common in foundations. You’re just using this to target Chloe.”

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Chapter 291 Alice found it laughable.“Chloe broke the law.”

“Is this something to make a big fuss about? She’s your future sister–in–law! I won’t allow hurt her!”

Alice laughed; arguing with someone unreasonable was pointless.

Alice said, “Save those words for the police.”

Marus you to Lewis sneered.“Alice, you can’t threaten Chloe. The supplier confessed; he replaced the napkins himself. Chloe only took a small kickback; it’s not a big deal.”

Alice gritted her teeth. He was right, but she wouldn’t let Chloe win.“That’s irrelevant. The police will investigate.”

Alice left. Chloe glared at her back; she’d find a way to kill this bitch. But for now, she needed to protect herself.

Chloe cried to Lewis, “Fifth brother, it’s all my fault. I made you and Big brother fight.”

“Chloe, you’re my fiancée. I’ll always be good to you. Big brother will understand.” Lewis looked at Ethan; his leg was lost because Ethan hadn’t answered the phone, forcing Alice to sign the amputation consent. Both Alice and Ethan owed him.

Ethan snorted and left. He hadn’t realized how stupid and wicked Chloe was. He’d wanted to use her to control Alice, but she was a problem.

Ethan saw Alice walking on the street. He rolled down his window.“Where are you going?”

Alice, lost in thought, looked at him coldly.“To school, obviously.”

“Get in. I’ll drive you.”

No, I’ll take a taxi.” Alice refused; she didn’t want to see the Land family.

Ethan, angry, softened.“Chloe was wrong. I won’t let her handle the foundation again.”

Alice remained impassive.

Ethan pleaded, “Lewis is different after losing his leg. He finally found someone. Please don’t pursue charges against Chloe.”

Alice’s eyes were sarcastic; he was still pleading for Chloe.

“Instead of talking to me, get her a good lawyer!”

Alice hailed a taxi.

Ethan said, “If you drop the charges, I’ll convince the Mos to let the Land foundation join the charity event again. It’ll benefit Mom and Dad’s foundation.”

Alice paused.

Ethan pressed, “It’s a good deal, right? You can’t do it alone.”

Alice faced Ethan, her eyes cold.“Okay, but I have a condition.”

“What?”

“You’re protecting Lewis because of guilt over the amputation, right?” Alice’s voice was icy.“Admit to Lewis that you intentionally didn’t answer the phone because you didn’t want to take responsibility for the amputation, and I’ll agree to your proposal.”

Ethan’s face contorted with rage.