A Night's Mistake: The Besotted CEO's Obsession novel Chapter 172

Chapter 172 

Cynthia didn’t want to waste more time with Felicia, who was insincere. She then sat down on the couch in her high heels. “Stop being pretentious. Everyone knows my purpose today. I’m only here to get my stuff back.” 

Felicia was very angry with Cynthia, but Mason told her not to piss Cynthia off when he left. Except for the shares, they ought to give in to her. Felicia’s facial muscles were throbbing because she was holding her anger. “Cynthia, I’m your elder, after all. I want to celebrate your birthday. Even if you don’t like it, there’s no need for such a harsh rejection.” 

Hearing this, Cynthia snorted slightly. “Aren’t the elders in our family all dead?” Cynthia paused, thought for a while, and said, “No, there is still Mason, but he’s just carrying the title of an elder without actually doing the duties of one.” 

Felicia’s face turned red when she heard that. 

“Cynthia, aren’t you afraid of karma when you talk like this?” Roseanne hurried forward to defend her mother. “My mother is your stepmother no matter what. Even if you don’t admit it, she is still your elder in terms of age.” 

Cynthia laughed and said coldly, “Just because she’s older, I have to respect her? Or do you think in today’s society, the ‘mistress‘ can still hold her head high?” 

“You…” Roseanne was so angry that she clenched her hands into fists. 

As she looked at Cynthia on the couch, she noticed that Cynthia was not dressed casually today. She wore a slim black dress and white high heels, with her hair tied up high. She exudes a strong demeanor, especially with a serious expression, giving off a sense of authority. Even with Felicia and Roseanne together, their presence wasn’t as strong. Roseanne didn’t like the feeling of being suppressed by someone she had always disliked and just wanted Cynthia to leave quickly. “We told you that Dad is on a business trip. You can call him if you don’t believe us.” 

Cynthia’s eyes stared at their faces, and she wondered if they were telling the truth. She had called Mason just now, and he was always unavailable. It wasn’t time for work yet, so he shouldn’t be busy at that hour. She knew he was deliberately avoiding her. 

Cynthia stood up and walked upstairs. After looking around, she found that Mason was not there either. She didn’t intend to waste more time here. As she left, she glanced back at the mother and daughter, who glared at her angrily. “Felicia, I’m shocked to see you here today. I’m curious how you fooled Mason about the photos last time.” 

“Mom, what photos?” Roseanne asked in a low voice. 

Felicia’s face turned pale. Thinking about her experience during those two days made her so angry she could almost grit her teeth. 

Mason beat and scolded her as soon as she got home that day. This was the first time he had slapped her in so many years of marriage. That night, Felicia set aside her pride and tried all means to make Mason believe in her. Although Mason didn’t mention it again during this period, his attitude suggested he did not fully trust her. 

In the past, Felicia would be anxious to find a way to regain her favor. But now, her focus was not on Mason, so she seldom dealt with him. If Cynthia took back her shares, Mason could no longer give Felicia a superior life, and she would not hesitate to go to her first love. 

When Roseanne asked her question, Felicia felt embarrassed and didn’t know how to reply. She could only tell Cynthia, “You’d better hurry up and find your father. Don’t worry about us.” 

Cynthia chuckled coldly and exposed Felicia’s cover–up. “Your mother is upset and lonely and has found another father for you.” 

Roseanne immediately looked at her mother. 

Felicia pretended to be calm and said, “It’s complicated. I’ll tell you later.” 

Looking at her mother’s vague reaction, Roseanne had already figured out the answer, 

Cynthia glanced around the mansion coldly and said, “If I remember correctly, my mother also left this mansion to me. I will take it back along with my shares. You have been holding this house for many years, and it’s time to move.” 

Hearing this, Roseanne immediately retorted, hands on her hips, “This mansion belongs to Dad, too. You can’t kick us out.” 

Cynthia shook her head disdainfully. “How can a freeloader talk about marital assets? It’s clearly stated in the will that this is my mother’s pre- marital property. I won’t let any of you stay a day longer. After saying that, Cynthia left in her high heels. 

In the car, she turned on her phone’s tracking system. The dots inside were displayed as being in Larson Group. 

She had guessed that Mason would hide from her, so she asked Samuel to install a tracking system on Mason’s car a few days in advance. He was shown to be still at home this morning, but now, he was at the company. ‘He really broke his principles to avoid me, she thought. 

Larson Group had a respectable position in Auroran when it was at its peak. However, since Mason took over the company, he only enjoyed being a boss and spent money lavishly. He had never run the company properly. Therefore, the company’s profitability had worsened in recent years. 

Chapter 172 

Cynthia wasn’t sure if she could bring the company back to life after taking over, but it was all her mother’s efforts back then. She couldn’t let Mason destroy it. Even if Cynthia wasn’t sure, she had to give it a try. 

Cynthia drove directly to Larson Group and called Bernard on her way there. 

Cynthia arrived at the parking lot and parked beside Mason’s car. Bernard also arrived at the same time. They walked into the company together. 

At this time, the company was not profitable, and its employees had little to do. They were all dispirited at their desks. The receptionist was even watching TV dramas. Cynthia couldn’t help but frown when she came in.