The True Heiress's Return

Watching Sean and Walter about to clash, Shakira sighed heavily She looked at Sean before walking over to Walter and taking his arm. In a soft voice, she said, "Sean just messaged me about Xanthe. Don't overthink it."

Leaning close to Walter, she whispered, "Did you say something that made Sean think you liked Xanthe? That's why I replied like that." Walter, fuming, paused as he heard Shakira's calming words. Walter scoffed, "Sean just doesn't have common sense." Shakira was left speechless.

Sean, eyes blazing, watched in disbelief as Shakira looked so close to Walter. She seemed delicate and fragile, like a little bird, fueling Sean's anger. He realized the forbidden person Walter mentioned was actually Shakira, not Xanthe.

Walter's Instagram post clicked for Sean-it had the same cat photos Shakira had shared before. And that mysterious vehicle at Eastlake Valley Estate. Walter even showed up for the internship selection and the mountain outing.

All these events connected, revealing that Walter was that man. Despite all the clues right under his nose, Sean had been blissfully unaware until now.

Anger washed over Sean, like watching his prized veggies ripped out by a hedgehog. He felt like he might explode, but there wasn't much he could do against Walter. What hurt most was seeing Shakira comfort Walter while throwing Sean a warning look.

The difference in how they were treated left Sean feeling completely desolate. He thought, 'Walter is furious and feel the same! Shakira coddles this worthless guy too much!'

Just then, the waiter entered, setting the pre-ordered dishes down on the spinning table. Shakira asked, "Shall we eat first?" The two stayed locked in their standoff-one cold, the other boiling with rage.Têxt belongs to NôvelDrama.Org.

Taking charge, Shakira sat down. "If you're not going to eat, I will! She started eating the pigeon, enjoying its crispy texture. Without a word, she took a pigeon leg and put it on Walter's plate, passing the remaining half to Sean.

Walter noticed her clear favoritism, raising an eyebrow, but began eating the pigeon she served him. Sean felt dizzy, almost in tears from Shakira's blatant bias.

Sean couldn't just sit back and watch Walter eat while he starved. He believed Shakira was surely charmed by Walter, and once she saw Walter's true nature, she'd come to her senses.

With a heavy sigh, Sean quickly finished the pigeon Shakira had given him. Walter's cold voice cut through, dripping with mockery, "Mr. Reynolds seems to enjoy his food." Sean shot back, "Same to you."

Walter's face darkened as he offered food to Shakira. "You've worked hard; eat well." A sense of fear crept into Shakira's heart. As expected, Sean responded by piling his own food onto Shakira's plate. Shakira's eyes twitched involuntarily. Suddenly, Walter shoved Sean's hand away. His icy voice, with a strong warning, echoed, "I'll take care of my girlfriend; your hand is too close."

Sean rubbed his wrist, surprised by Walter's grip. Walter's hold threatened to incapacitate him.

Sean protested, "You are too controlling! I'm just Shakira's friend Will you restrict your girlfriend's social rights?"

Sean paused, clenching his teeth. "Besides, isn't your girlfriend that little maid? When did she become an intern? You must have many girlfriends!"

Walter's brow furrowed deeply. He wondered about Sean's intelligence-how had Yonder Digital thrived with Sean? Shakira's heart raced, fearing Walter's irritation would provoke Sean. She quickly stepped in, "We haven't publicized our

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relationship, so please keep it a secret."

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Keeping this private meant if they ever broke up, no one would know. Sean felt relieved, thinking it showed Shakira wasn't fully onboard with this guy. Sean replied, "No problem."

Shakira sighed with relief, turning to Walter with a coaxing voice. "Mr. Reynolds is a guest; let's treat him nicely. We can talk at home later?" Walter firmly held her shoulder. "I'll follow your lead.

Shakira's smile brightened as a weight lifted off her heart. Their tense dinner ended without further drama. After Sean left. Shakira and Walter returned to their villa.

On the way, Shakira shared her history with Sean. "Years ago, I sold design sketches, and Sean was a buyer. We became friends as we collaborated more and sometimes played games together. After bringing Xanthe, they started to interact" The car's dim light hid Walter's true feelings. After a long silence. Walter asked, "So, the last design contest was your and Sean's scheme?"

Shakira was surprised by his accuracy. She admitted, "Yes."

Looking into Shakira's bright, honest eyes, Walter smiled as he gently pinched her nose. "A little fox eager for revenge"

Shakira frowned. "Yvette wouldn't have entered if she hadn't used my sketch." Walter laughed coldly. "She was too greedy, unable to change her ways." "True." Shakira looked down. She questioned if someone as foolish and greedy as Yvette really could lead a company and develop products.

Once home, Walter went to wash up while Shakira unlocked her silent phone. As expected, Sean had flooded her with dozens of messages.

Sean: [Shakira! Are you crazy? A man like Walter doesn't deserve you!] Sean: [If you like a controlling type, I can find you one way better than Walter!]

Shakira: [Are you sure you can find someone more handsome?] Sean: [Does he need to be better looking?]

Shakira: [Someone similar would be fine.] Sean: [Maybe besides looks?]

Shakira: [Then let's find someone richer?] Sean: [Why don't you just end my misery instead!]

Sean: [Plus, he's not loyal; he has that little maid!]

Shakira: [If that maid is me, then it wouldn't be a problem, right?] Sean: [...What?!]