Chapter 249 Staying in Crownhaven
Half an hour later.
Anna arrived at the location in the text message.
It was a chic bed and breakfast, elegantly decorated and unique.
In Crownhaven, the cost of living was incredibly high!
Anna didn't believe Wendy could afford such a place, so she quickly walked in and knocked on the door.
"Here we are." The door opened quickly.
Wendy stepped out, dressed in a maroon dress, her hair fashionably curled, looking every bit the wealthy matron, but her inherent rusticity was deeply rooted.
She grabbed Anna. "Come in, come in. Madam, look, this is my daughter. I told you she would come to pay for my accommodation."
The landlady's gaze fell on Anna, sizing her up. The young girl was dressed in designer clothes, her outfit simple but stylish. Even with a mask on, one could imagine a clean, delicate face underneath, not someone without money.
However...
"You look... familiar?"
Of course she did, she looked exactly like the nationally recognized Katherine!
Anna quickly lowered her head, turning her gaze to Wendy. "What accommodation? If you can't afford it, why are you here?"
"Hmph, of course I wanted to enjoy Crownhaven. It's not much, just seven days, and with meals it's a total of nine thousand dollars. I've seen how much you get in donations on your livestream; you're rich, so don't be stingy and make a fool of yourself in front of people."
Wendy spoke with a righteous tone, seemingly forgetting the fact that she had sold her own daughter in the past.
Upon hearing this, Anna became angry. Nine thousand dollars? Did she think it was easy for her to make money?
Even though she had Giorgio's black card and the tens of millions given by the Stefanelli family, she never thought of spending recklessly or buying anything extravagant for herself.
But, with so many people around, if they recognized her face, or if Wendy caused a scene, it could lead to bad consequences.
"I'll pay for you, but you must go back to Vista Heights immediately." She didn't want her to stay in Crownhaven and cause trouble.
Wendy, who was actually quite a homebody, immediately agreed.
"Of course, I want to go back too. Just give the money to the landlady, and remember to buy me a plane ticket."
Anna was speechless.
After paying the bill and coming out, she was so angry that she put Penny on a stone altar by the roadside and asked seriously, "Why did you leave with Grandma? Do you know that this cost Mommy nine thousand dollars? She's a very dangerous person, what if she sells you?"
Her tone was stern; she was serious.
This was the first time Penny had seen Mommy angry. She was scared, and she squeezed out a soft voice pitifully, "Mommy, don't be angry, okay? Penny just didn't want you to go back. I hoped you would stay in Crownhaven and do the job you like, so I wanted to delay you."
What?
"Job I like?"
"Yes, someone called you last night, and I heard it." Penny pursed her little lips and said dejectedly, "Mommy, I know that my birth disrupted your life. If you're not busy taking care of me at home, you're working hard to make money. You haven't had any time for yourself or your dreams for years; it's been really hard for you.
Now that someone has specifically asked for you, and it's a career you like, you should stay here and live for me and for yourself.
I want to see a happy, shining Mommy who lives her own life."
Her tiny voice was filled with sadness and guilt but also determination.
Anna was taken aback after hearing this.
She never thought that 3-year-old Penny could say something so profound, so understanding, so considerate.
It was her who had misunderstood.
But...
Could she really stay in Crownhaven?
"Mommy, don't hesitate anymore. You've seen Grandma's true colors just now. If you go back to Vista Heights, you'll be forever entangled with her. Who knows, she might sell you off one day when she's out of money, or sell me off when you're not around. Aren't you going to live for yourself at least once?" The little girl continued to persuade her.
Penny wasn’t exaggerating in the first half; Wendy was absolutely capable of such actions. The latter half, however, struck Anna's soul. Was she really not going to live for herself at least once?
Over the years, she had been living aimlessly and supporting her family, not living like a 22-year-old girl should. The question that she had pondered over all night last night, at this moment, suddenly became clear. She didn't want to live for others anymore! Even if there was a 20% chance of encountering Giorgio and Katherine in Crownhaven, she wouldn't back down because of this 20% possibility. They completely ruined the first half of her life; she must live the second half for herself! She was going to stay and work!
...
DuoNyx Entertainment Company.
"Miss Nana, we are delighted that you chose our company. We sincerely welcome you and look forward to a pleasant cooperation." The company's head handed over the signed contract with a beaming smile.
Anna stood up. "Yes, I hope your company will adhere to the terms of the agreement."
She had three conditions for staying and signing the contract.
First, she would not show her face in live broadcasts or any activities.
Second, she would not participate in any improper gatherings or accompany drinks, and she rejected private rules.
Third, personal information about her and her daughter must remain confidential.
If any of these terms were violated, the contract would automatically be terminated.
The company head smiled, "Don't worry, we are a reputable company. We will fulfill the conditions we promised. Let my assistant take you on a tour of the company; you can stay in a temporary dormitory for now. In the next couple of days, we will prepare a live broadcast room exclusively for you and set up your work."
The man's speech and demeanor were gentlemanly and upright. Anna thought she was overthinking, thanked him with a smile, and followed his assistant out. She didn't notice the triumphant smile on Penny's face in a corner she couldn't see.
Yeah! The task Charlie gave her was finally completed successfully!
On the other end.
Charlie, who received the news of Anna’s successful signing, touched his nose with his thumb and happily said, “Finally! We kept Anna! I’m so happy! Next, we just need to provide good resources for Anna, promote Anna, and then..."
The future was extremely beautiful in his imagination.
"Knock knock~~" There was a knock on the door.
Katherine's voice came from outside the door. "Charlie, are you there? I'm coming in."
Charlie immediately closed his phone and sat in front of the computer desk reading a fairy tale book. It was a book that Anna had bought for him before when she told him that children should read children's books.
"Charlie, would you like some snacks?" Katherine asked gently.
However, what answered her was silence, as if he hadn't heard.
Her palm tightened slightly as her gaze fell on the fairy tale book in his hand. Her beautiful eyes condensed, and she walked up, put down the snacks, and directly took away his book.
"Who allowed you to read these books? This book is so childish."
She had high demands on him, even if he was not her biological child, he was her child under the name of Katherine!
Her child must be outstanding, excellent, and talented; how could he read these children's books?!
So, she deprived him of all his childhood hobbies from a young age and arranged for him to learn various abilities.
The old Charlie would have obeyed.
But this time...
That was a gift from Anna!
"Arrgghh!" He rushed up, grabbed her hand, and bit down hard, violently!
"Ahhh!" Katherine was in pain, her scream piercing the villa.
But no one was there now!
The back of her hand was in severe pain. It was bleeding, and her face turned pale.
Damn kid!
She raised her other hand and pushed hard...
"Bang!"
Charlie's small body fell backward, his head directly hitting the sharp corner of the computer desk!
Blood flowed instantly!
He lost consciousness!
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