Day Forty-Four…
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Madam Priyanshi subconsciously held her father's shoulder tightly. Old Master Yan gazed up to see her. He noticed the strange look in her eyes as she watched Abigail.
"Priya, what's wrong?" Old Master Yan asked his daughter in puzzlement.
It seemed that Madam Priyanshi wanted to tell him something, but in the end, she chose to stay silent. She shook her head and shifted her gaze back to the front where Abigail was sitting as she continued accommodating the reporter's queries.
'I have to make sure first. I don't want to give my father another false hope. I don't want him to be sad if Abigail Scarlett is not the one we are looking for.' Madam Priyanshi made up her mind. She had to confirm Abigail's identity first before informing her father.
Reporter 9: "Why was the detective looking for you?"
Abigail fell silent for a moment. She turned to Nathan, giving him a grateful look. She owed him big time because Nathan was the one who informed her about these important details. This was the result of Joker's investigation when he conducted a thorough background check on Abigail.
"He searched for me because he said he might find my real family and relatives. As you all know… I grew up in an orphanage. The Scarlett Family adopted me during my teen years."
Abigail was not making up a story. Her statement was based on Nathan's investigation and his deductions. He discovered a lot after digging for more information about Abigail Scarlett. Those things became so useful for her.
Meanwhile, because of her last remarks, Madam Priyanshi became more convinced that there might be a high possibility Abigail was the woman Detective Sawyer was going to meet at that time.
Without further ado, Madam Priyanshi excused herself as she tried to contact Detective Jordan Sawyer. She wanted to confirm something with him.
When Madam Priyanshi left the conference hall, Madam Lu's expression turned darker. She had a nagging feeling about this.
'Damn it! This couldn't be!' Balling her fists tightly, Madam Lu also stepped out of the conference hall.
Old Master Yan was left inside together with his assistant and four bodyguards. He didn't know why but he still wanted to stay there and listen to Abigail's story.
Old Master Yan's expression softened when he heard about Abigail's past. 'So she is also an orphan…' For some unknown reason, Old Master Yan felt sorry for her. He pitied her.
Reporter 10: "Miss Abi… I'm sorry to ask you this… but do you have any idea why someone attacked you as what you are claiming here today?"
Abigail raised her head and made eye contact with that reporter. She would like to commend him for bringing that topic up. The questions they were throwing at her were in favor of her plan. She would like to tackle this matter.
"I have three speculations. First, someone is jealous of me or someone I have offended. Second, my presence is a great threat to that person that he or she wanted to eliminate me so bad. Third, it is related to my real family. Someone doesn't want me to learn my origin… I don't think it's just a coincidence that something bad happened to me on the same day I was supposed to meet a detective who might know my real family."
The conference hall was engulfed in deafening silence. The reporters didn't know what to believe in anymore. Abigail Scarlett was giving them one shock after another.
Reporter 11: "Miss Abi, what is your plan now? If you feel unsafe, why did you agree to do your comeback?"
"I'm tired of hiding. It's my turn to confront those enemies. I will never back down. I won't be afraid of them. I will catch them… myself." Abigail's emerald eyes were filled with conviction.
'I have lots of things to do and catching the culprit of Abigail's assassination is one of my top priorities! If a member of the Yan Family has something to do with her attempted murder, I will make sure to punish them on Abigail's behalf.' Phantomflake was a great comrade and ally but she was a dangerous and ruthless enemy!
She had her own ways of seeking justice for the people she cared about. The real Abigail Scarlett was now one of those people with whom she felt responsible. She wanted to protect the real Abigail Scarlett.
After an hour, Abigail and the Star Corp concluded the Press Conference. She answered all the questions confidently and bravely. Until the end, Nathan stayed by her side.
Abigail scanned the conference hall and she felt disappointed when she didn't see Old Master Yan. They already left and she didn't get the chance to talk to him again.
"Are you tired?" Nathan asked her, grabbing her waist. He noticed the dejected look on her face.
Abigail shook her head. "I'm not tired. I'm just worried about my grandpa. He looked so sick. Is he gravely ill?"
Nathan could see the hint of worry in her eyes. He didn't want to lie so he nodded his head. But he made sure to comfort her by hugging her and stroking her hair.
"Don't worry… you will be able to take care of your grandpa. Spend time with him. He had been looking for you… all these years."
Abigail just sunk further into his embrace. She badly needed this hug. Who would have thought Nathan could comfort her like this?
'I'm discovering more of his sweet sides.' Abigail smiled inwardly, hugging Nathan tightly.
"Cough! Cough!" The two were interrupted by someone. They turned around only to see Madam Priyanshi standing a few steps away from them.
"Mr. Sparks… Miss Scarlett… Do you have a minute? I have something to tell you."
Nathan and Abigail agreed. They were expecting Madam Priyanshi to approach them after the press con. This was Abigail's goal in the first place.
Madam Priyanshi headed to the CEO's office together with Nathan and Abigail. Richard allowed the three to use his office as he went to the Yan Family Mansion. Old Master Yan summoned Richard's presence.
"First, I would like to apologize to both of you. Abigail's name got involved with the break-up of my daughter and Richard. I'm sorry for this hassle. You got criticized and blamed for something you didn't do." Madam Priyanshi humbled herself in front of the couple as she apologized.
"I feel ashamed to face you but I have no choice. I want to request something from you, Abi…" Madam Priyanshi grabbed her hands while giving her a pleading look.
"What is it, Madam Priyanshi?" Abigail politely asked her.
"Can you do a DNA Test with me?" Madam Priyanshi said to her directly. Her eyes filled with anticipation and hope.
"I am asking you this because… there is a chance that you are my missing niece!" Madam Priyanshi added, still convincing Abigail.
Abigail, on the other hand, glanced at Nathan meaningfully. He nodded his head as if he already read what was on her mind. Nathan fished out a piece of paper from his pocket and handed it over to Madam Priyanshi.
"Madam Priyanshi… Abigail is your missing niece. I've already conducted a DNA Test. And the result is positive. Her genes matched with the genes of your sister, Alyssa."
Madam Priyanshi: "..."
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