Chapter 383: Exposed and Embarrassed

“Understood,” they both said.

Following this, they left the police station, Cyrus beginning his investigation. Fortunately, Bastar was quite active, and Cyrus quickly apprehended him in a casino. Bastar was promptly arrested. After intense questioning, he confessed that Eunice was the mastermind.

“Heh. I knew Eunice was involved!”

Hearing this, Madelyn, though unsurprised, was angry. “Eunice is becoming reckless! She dared sabotage her own family’s company! Has she lost her mind?”

Does Eunice realize she almost destroyed the company? Did she believe she’d benefit from its downfall? If so, she’s delusional.

Suddenly, Cyrus cautiously asked, “Ms. Madelyn, could Eunice have accomplished this alone? Given her intellect, she could only have played minor tricks on Mr. Thornton. Don’t you suspect someone else is involved?”

He’s right!

Madelyn had a sudden realization. With Eunice’s pitiful intelligence and lack of decisiveness, she wouldn't orchestrate such a scheme. There had to be another mastermind.

Madelyn's expression turned cold. Without hesitation, she went to her father’s office. Eunice was there, flattering Derek, who seemed amused.

As Madelyn entered, she scoffed. “Appearances can be deceiving. Some people seem eager to please, but who knows what they’re doing behind the scenes? I admire their thick skin; they can still laugh after doing disgusting things! Hahaha! Wouldn’t you agree, Dad?” she remarked sarcastically.

Everyone in the office was stunned.

Derek looked at Madelyn, confused. “Maddie, who are you talking about?”

Eunice’s face drained of color; she looked distressed.

Madelyn burst into laughter. “Wasn’t I clear enough? Eunice, don’t you have anything to explain?”

Madelyn’s gaze was fixed on Eunice.

“I–I don’t understand! I have other things to attend to, so I must go now!”

Eunice stood up, flustered, and prepared to leave.

“Hold it right there!” A furious roar echoed.

Seeing Eunice’s frantic demeanor, Derek knew something was wrong. He demanded angrily, “What’s going on? Maddie, explain clearly. Eunice, stay and listen.”

Eunice reluctantly stayed, looking innocently at Derek and Madelyn.

“Dad, Madelyn, what have I done wrong?”

Her frail appearance was pitiful.

Madelyn scoffed, “Eunice, admit your mistakes willingly, lest you feel embarrassed when I expose you.”

“I…” Eunice’s heart fluttered with anxiety. Does Madelyn know everything? No, that’s impossible! I’ve been careful, how could she find out?

Eunice steeled herself. “I really don’t understand, Madelyn. What mistake should I admit to?”

“Heh… You’re persistent. All right then, since you’ve forgotten, let me remind you,” Madelyn scoffed coldly.

She looked at Derek. “Dad, the arrested man confessed. Eunice instigated the sabotage of our company.”

“What?”

Derek and Eunice’s eyes widened—one with disbelief, the other with guilt.

Eunice, flustered, explained, “I–I didn’t do anything, Dad! Don’t listen to her nonsense! How could I harm the company?”

“Heh… Do you really think I’d frame you?” Madelyn said, turning to Cyrus. “Cyrus, explain to my dad.”

Then, Cyrus stepped forward. “Mr. Thornton, I investigated. The employee was instigated by a thug sent by Ms. Eunice. The thug said Ms. Eunice paid him hush money; he couldn’t leak a word or his life would be at stake.”

Cyrus spoke honestly and calmly, neither exaggerating nor minimizing the facts. Cyrus was Derek’s most trusted assistant, so Derek had complete faith in him.

Hearing Cyrus, Derek was initially shocked, but his confusion turned to rage. He slapped Eunice, roaring, “You unfilial daughter! I thought you were remorseful, so I let you come home! Is this how you repay my kindness? I am your father! This company is my empire, built from scratch! What are you trying to do, you ungrateful child? Do you want to finish me off like your wicked mother did? Would that make you happy?”

Derek’s hands trembled uncontrollably. His face was beet red, eyes wide with fury. He couldn’t believe Eunice was behind this. Does she understand what she did?

“D–Dad, I’m sorry! Please forgive me!”

Eunice finally understood. She fell to her knees, sobbing uncontrollably.