Chapter 450 The Thief

I couldn't shake the uneasy feeling gnawing at me atter Penelope left. I thought back to all the documents Leonard had pressed my thumbprint onto.

I couldn't remember the specifics, but I vaguely recalled two construction project files and another one in Aelish-likely an international outsourcing agreement. With so many documents, I couldn't possibly remember every detail, but I was certain Leonard was up to no good. My situation was stable for now, but if anything went wrong with those projects, I'd likely be summoned to the police station. And in my current state, that could turn ugly.

Just as I was wrestling with these thoughts, Zack returned from Manovia. Since my accident, he had been abroad supervising a project. When he arrived at my hospital ward, he was still dragging his suitcase behind him.

"Eva.." he called out my name but then fell silent, clearly taken abacioThis is from .

I looked gaunt, my hair was completely gone, and my face was pale and wom

I forced a smile. "Zack, no words for me? Did I scare you? I'll gain the weight back once I'm done with chemo. I promise."

He shook his head quiddy, closing his eyes briefly before regaining his usual gentle demeanor.

"No, it's just.. I didn't expect you to relapse. I was aware of what's been happening here, but I was tied up overseas, I'm sorry I couldn't come back sooner."

I shook my head. "If you had come back, there'd just be one more person worrying. It was better for you to keep an eye on the project abroad. Once it starts making money, maybe I'll get a cut of the profits," I said, trying to keep my tone light, not wanting him to feel pressured.

The project in Manovia was crucial. Because of it, fack had been working around the clock, practically running on no sleep. But the potential profits were equally impressive.

I figured I could at least live long enough to see the dividends. With some extra cash, maybe I'd feel better too.

stomach twist. "Zack, don't tell me something's gone wrong

But as soon as I mentioned the project, a flicker of discomfort crossed Zack's face, which made my st with the project."

He set his suitcase down and sat beside my bed, his tone softening. "Eva, I think you need to know about this. But promise me you won't get upset." Hearing that, my heart was already racing. I nodded firmly and urged him, "Zack, please just tell me. What could be worse than relapsing?" Zackhanded me his phone. "Harmon Group has taken over the overseas project, essentially replacing your studio. He has documents with your signature and thumbprint, claiming you authorized the handover.

"Jack didn't want the team at your studio to tell you yet as he was worried you wouldn't take it well. But I think something's off here.

The photos on his phone seemed hastily taken, but they clearly showed the outsourcing agreement and an authorization letter granting Leonard full rights as my representative in Manovia.

Seeing my thumbprint on those documents almost made me laugh batterly.

So, Leonard forced me to stamp my thumbprint on these documents and they I

y had taken legal effect?

"Has it already been transferred? Has Harmon Group completely replaced my studio? Does he have all the necessary

to contain my rage.

paperwork? My voice trembled as I struggled

This w

my studio's first international project, and I knew exactly how valuable it was, I didn't care so much about the money; it was the prestige I wanted. If this project succeeded, my studio's future would be limitless. But Leonard-that thief-stole my work!

Before I could hear Zack's response, everything went black. I collapsed, slipping into unconsciousness