“I know that.”
Andrew was very clear about the legal matters.
“That’s good. I just want to remind you. If something goes wrong, don’t come to Serina again.”
“I won’t.”
Derek put the agreement by Andrew’s side. “Please get the court’s seal as soon as possible and send it to my company once the agreement takes effect.”
Then, Derek pulled Serina up from her seat and said, “Let’s go.”
Serina glanced at Andrew and left with Derek.
From this moment, her father no longer belonged to her.
Derek took Serina into a Rolls-Royce.
As soon as their car left, Serina burst into tears.
She was restraining herself before, now she couldn’t help but burst out.
She never thought that one day her father would abandon her.
“I have no father now…”
Serina’s distressing cries echoed in the car.
Derek held Serina in his arms.
The firm hug finally brought Serina a trace of warmth to her cold heart.
“I have no father.”
Serina kept repeating this sentence.
“I have no home. I can’t go back anymore. I have nothing.”
In Derek’s arms, Serina cried even harder.
“You have me.” Derek’s deep and hoarse voice was firm.
Hearing him, Serina looked up at Derek.
This man had always been a stranger to her, a terrifying person, but he gave her the warmest comfort when she was most vulnerable.
After returning to the Crystal Palace, Derek stayed by Serina’s side. He didn’t leave the bedroom until she fell asleep peacefully.
Derek sat in the living room, eyes closed, one hand rubbing his temple.
He hadn’t rested much these days.
Henry walked forward and said, “Mr. Derek, everything was settled. The team responsible for suppressing the Norrises and the Nathans has just been formed. When do you want to start?”
“Now.” Derek opened his eyes. They were deep and unfathomable.
“Yes.”
“There is nothing to worry about in the Norris’ anymore. Do what you want.”
Now that Serina was emancipated from her father, there was no need to help the Norrises.
“Alright.”
“Also, don’t let Serina know about this. Let her go wherever she wants to go and do whatever she wants to do, but make sure someone follows her.”
“Yes.”
Derek stood up and went to his bedroom.
Serina was asleep in bed. She frowned and her mouth was shut tightly.
Derek stretched out his hand and smoothed her brows lightly. He gently stroked her face, feeling satisfied.
—
Andrew got the agreement and took it directly to the court. Because it took time for the court to approve, there would be some time before the announcement was made.
Once it was done, Andrew immediately told his parents and Clara.
The Norrises were very satisfied with the news.
Clara stayed in the hospital for a few days, and then she was discharged from the hospital and rested at home.
The Nathans bought a house for Clara and Sammy in City Z. It was located in Serene Garden, one of the most luxurious communities in City Z.
Although Clara had a miscarriage, she didn’t have a big problem because her pregnancy wasn’t long.
Sammy was out for work. Clara was doing yoga at home. She must recover as soon as possible and went filming in a few days.
Sammy breathed in and breathed out following the rhythm of the music.
The phone rang abruptly.
Clara opened her eyes. It was Mia. She picked up the phone immediately.
“Hello, Mia.”
“Clara, something goes wrong! Your role has been replaced!”
“What?” Clara was shocked.
“The movie investor invested another 50 million, and requested that Lea should be the leading actress, otherwise the investment will be withdrawn.”
“But the director said that I am the leading actress.”
“We haven’t signed the contract yet. Now that Lea’s team has taken advantage of it, and they start filming now!”
“Is there anything we can do?”
“They have started shooting. There is nothing we can do about it! I told you that you need to be quick, but you just didn’t listen. Now you have lost your chance!”
Mia complained, showing her dissatisfaction.
Clara sighed, “Mia, what do I do now?”
“What now? You wait for your chance. I have got some auditions for you. I will let you know the time when it’s ready.”
“Alright…”
Before Clara could finish her words, Mia hung up the phone.
She messed up…
She thought she could use this opportunity to shoot to fame. She had lost her baby and got rid of Serina, but didn’t expect this would happen.
At night, when Sammy came home, Clara was still unhappy.
There were only the two of them at the dining table. Sammy put a piece of fish in Clara’s bowl.
“Clara, you just had a miscarriage and your body is still weak. You need nutrition.”
Clara looked up at Sammy and said, “Sammy, my role was replaced.”
Sammy said flatly, “It’s a good thing. You haven’t fully recovered yet. It’s not suitable to work right now. You can use this time to have a good rest.”
“But I really like that play. If I can rise to fame by this role, I may have a career in the film industry.”
Sammy put down his chopsticks and touched Clara’s face. “It doesn’t matter, Clara. There will be another chance. You’re still young.”
“Sammy, if I can’t be famous, will you still like me?”
“Of course I will. What are you talking about?” Sammy’s warm smile eased Clara, “Clara, don’t worry. I’ll take care of you.”
Clara smiled brightly.
“Being an actress is so hard. Actually, I don’t want you to act, but you like it. Just do whatever you like, as long as it doesn’t affect…”
Before he could finish his sentence, Sammy’s phone rang, “Hey, Dad, what did you say? Okay, I’ll do it immediately.”
“What’s wrong, Sammy?”
“Something happened in the hotel. I must go to deal with it.”
“Is it serious? It’s been late, do you have to go now?”
“Don’t worry, it shouldn’t be a big problem. You have your meal. I’ll be back soon!”
Sammy patted Clara’s hand. He took his coat and left in a hurry.