Chapter 248

Chapter 248

Eventually, Robert and Anthony formed a team, while Stella teamed up with Genevieve.

The production team even arranged for staff to shoot short clips to enhance the program’s view.

Robert and Anthony planned to cook for everyone, but Anthony couldn’t because he was in a wheelchair.

Consequently, Robert prepared the remainder of the meal while Anthony carefully peeled the apple in the

kitchen.

Robert was busy preparing and occasionally greeted the camera.

In the meantime, Genevieve and Stella were busy rearranging and decorating the room.

Genevieve donned a laid–back cream dress complemented by bold red lips, exuding an air of effortless chic.

Upon reentering the living room, Robert, brimming with excitement, eagerly made his way out of the kitchen to greet her.

However, he accidentally bumped into Anthony’s wheelchair.

Anthony screamed and covered the back of his hand, his expression changing.

The fruit knife fell to the ground.

Robert felt a profound sense of helplessness as he stood still. “Mr. Hoffman, I’m sorry. I didn’t see you here…”

Genevieve’s grin vanished as she swiftly made her way over. “What happened? Did you cut your finger?”

Anthony looked pale and was biting his lips to endure pain. He replied, “It’s okay. Don’t blame him. It was an

accident.”

Robert was speechless.

Genevieve couldn’t tell his intention. She bent down and grabbed his hand. “Go and call a doctor.”

The film crew was assuredly equipped with doctors ready to handle any emergencies.

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After a brief moment, Robert nodded and ran out.

Genevieve wondered, ‘Did he cut off his whole finger?”

She tried to look at Anthony’s hand, but he blocked her. “I’m worried it might scare you. There’s a lot of blood.”

Genevieve ignored his words. She tried to pull Anthony’s other hand away but saw his finger was still attached.

Genevieve frowned at him.

Anthony gestured toward a minor wound on his hand’s back. “Look, it’s bleeding!”

Genevieve stood up speechlessly and sneered. “Hurry, let’s get a close–up shot before it heals!”

Upon uttering those words, she exited the room and noticed a doctor standing at the doorway.

Injuries during filming were commonplace, yet Anthony’s mishap sent shockwaves through the entire production team.

Instantly, everyone gathered around him.

Soon, Brendan sighed helplessly.

He wanted Anthony to learn from others‘ virtues, not how to lie.

However, Anthony’s hand was still heavily bandaged under the careful attention of doctors.

He lifted his hurt finger, intending to assist Robert with the vegetables.

Robert was terrified with a panicked look and consistently urged him to take a rest.

Only then did Anthony push his wheelchair outside, feeling satisfied.

Everyone was conscious of how they appeared on camera but returned to their normal selves when it was off.

Lauraine thought about it and went over again.

Maybe her lack of acting talent made her seem pretentious.

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Subsequently, everyone suggested playing an adventure game.

There was a big pool behind the mansion.

The director outlined the course and announced the game’s rules.

The quick swimmer took the ring, and others could also snatch it from him. Whoever secured the ring in time

won.

It was very simple.

However, that game was exclusively designed for women, leaving no opportunity for men to participate.

All the women came out after putting on their swimsuits. Genevieve wore a light–colored, modest swimsuit that elegantly showed off her slim figure. She looked radiant.

Everyone else wore different colored swimsuits.

Genevieve noticed Lauraine standing at the entrance to the changing room.

She smiled at Genevieve, but Genevieve ignored her and went to the pool.

Lauraine looked at her back with profound implication.

Genevieve used to enjoy playing with water, but after falling into the sea, she developed a fear of seawater and

hadn’t been near it since.

After some contemplation, she decided to return and change her outfit.

Yvette, the last to enter the changing room, chose to wear Genevieve’s beautiful swimsuit because she liked it.

Finally, she donned her swim cap and goggles, flashing Genevieve a beaming smile. “How is it? Nobody can tell

us apart now.”

Genevieve agreed with Yvette, who had been staying fit since she began her acting career.

If she kept going this way, distinguishing between them would become increasingly difficult.

Yvette walked confidently to the pool and snatched the swimming ring with the rest.

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Seeing that, Genevieve smiled and went outside.

Lauraine watched coldly until Genevieve, wearing a light–colored swimsuit, got into the pool. Then, she slowly approached Genevieve.

The swimming pool’s vast expanse stretched more than 150 feet, making it nearly impossible for onlookers to discem activities at its far end.

Lauraine observed “Genevieve” as she fluttered in the water, clearly unfamiliar with the pool’s depth.

She was going to drown!

Overwhelmed with relief, Lauraine quietly approached her.

Just as “Genevieve” was about to come up for air, a hand pushed her head back underwater forcefully.

“Genevieve” immediately struggled and kicked Lauraine.

But Lauraine wouldn’t give up such a good opportunity.

Accidentally falling and drowning was a better excuse than being drugged.

Lauraine fiercely grabbed her neck with one hand and pushed down on her head with the other.

Lauraine’s actions were not seen by anyone from a distance, despite the noise she made.

Ten seconds, twenty seconds…

Suddenly, a loud laugh echoed from far away.

Ximena won the game.

Without hesitation, Lauraine pressed “Genevieve” underwater firmly, not allowing her head to emerge.

People started to climb out of the pool to leave. 30 feet, 20 feet from where the two were…

Lauraine’s heartbeat was extremely fast..

She was terrified and cold. She felt threatened by Genevieve, making her sleep uneasy.

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She went to visit Andrea.

Andrea was so miserable. She screamed daily and wished to end her life in the psychiatric hospital.

Finally, she felt the person beneath her stop struggling.

“Genevieve” weakly sank into the water. Lauraine let go of her hand, feeling relieved.

She quickly entered the water, climbed out on the other side of the pool, and smiled at the people approaching.

“Hey, Ms. Hoffman, why didn’t you join us to play just now?” Stella asked with a smile.

Lauraine smiled weakly and coughed, her face pale. “I’m not healthy enough for intense exercise. My doctor only allows me to soak in the water for a while, but I’m happy with that.”

Being aware of her health situation, Stella chose to remain silent, simply looking around in curiosity. “Where is Wette? She didn’t come to snatch it from me. This is strange!”

Lauraine’s smile suddenly solidified as her heart skipped a beat. An inexplicable sense of foreboding washed

over her.

She quickly became her natural self again, smiled as she left the pool, and walked away with them.

Stella glanced at the big pool before leaving. “Has everyone left?”

Lauraine replied softly, “Most likely. They’re all elsewhere.”

Everyone laughed, changed their clothes in the changing room, and then left.