My Beloved Has Risen from Death’s Embrace

CHAPTER 449

Cedric once saw countless photos of Ms. Nightshade in the president’s safe, which Orion hugged after drinking, discovering the secret he had hidden for many years. It was then he uncovered the secret Mr. Lockwood had harbored for many, many years. 

Mr. Lockwood’s love for Ms. Nightshade wasn’t new, it was a tale as old as time. He learned to cook for her, planted a mountain of irises for her, dealt with all potential hidden dangers for her, and now, he had to deal with her rival in love. 

Despite his seething jealousy towards Matthew, wishing he could make him disappear from this world, but he was afraid that Ms. Nightshade would be devastated if she discovered the betrayal, so he personally tried to match them up. 

How excruciating must the pain in his heart be? So Intense it could very well kill him, right? 

Miranda couldn’t understand it, the only reasonable explanation was that Orion didn’t want her to ruin the relationship between Matthew and Xanthea 

But from what stance was he doing this? 

Surely, he couldn’t be in love w 

with Xanthea? If that were the case, how terrifying must his love be? 

She looked at the man in disbelief, only to be frightened by his suddenly cold and sharp gaze. 

“Alright, okay.” 

Given his standing, he had the entertainment industry at his beck and call; she had no choice but to comply. 

But leaving Matthew meant all her meticulous plans over the years would crumble to dust, she would gain nothing. 

The moment she walked out of the office, she suddenly clenched her fist, taking a desperate gamble, “Mr. Lockwood, Ill leave Matthew, but in return, I want to sign with Starlight Media and secure the NOSEW endorsement.” 

She had thought she was bargaining with the devil, yet to her surprise, he agreed without hesitation, as if these demands were trivial to him. 

“Cheers!” 

“Miranda, congratulations! You’ve not only landed the exclusive Asia–Pacific endorsement for a leading luxury brand but also signed with Starlight Media!” 

“How did you manage that, Miranda?” NôvelDrama.Org content.

“Yeah, weren’t you just saying the other day how tough the film and TV Industry has been and that you’d have to take a break?” 

The Nightshade family threw a lavish banquet to celebrate Miranda’s new contract and endorsement deal. Holding up her glass, Miranda’s eyes met Xanthea’s, and the realization of Orion’s sacrifices out of jealousy made her eyes turn red. 

“Mom, Dad, you don’t need to congratulate me, Honestly, this has little to do with my capabilities. It’s all because Mr. Lockwood, he’s pursuing me.” 

“Mr. Lockwood?” 

“You mean Orion Lockwood, the CEO of the Lockwood Group?” 

Samuel was taken aback. 

“Wow! Minry, you’re incredible! I saw him in a business magazine once; he’s super handsome and incredibly talented. I’m so jealous!” Xanthea clinked her glass against Miranda’s in a heartfelt toast, but to Miranda, her smile looked like blatant mockery. Jealous? Then why did she push him away and dislike him back then? Why, despite how she treated him, was he still devoted for her?! Was Xanthea destined to be better than her in every way, whether it’s background, knowledge, or a man’s love? 

On the eve of the Nightshade and Martinez’s engagement, Miranda lured Matthew to the Nightshade Group’s rooftop to discuss their breakup. Matthew refused, and they argued, finally agreeing to maintain a secret sexual relationship, then absurdly indulged in each other. 

Unexpectedly, at this moment, Xanthea, dressed in a white wedding gown, happily ran up with her skirt lifted and saw them.