Upon seeing his calm and composed expression , Clara suddenly recalled what Emma had mentioned earlier . After some internal struggle , she finally asked , " Did you deal with Bennett Enterprise ? " Michael was taken aback . Then , realizing the Bennett Family had most probably given a call , he raised an eyebrow . " Any problem ? " He admitted it ? A peculiar emotion stirred in Clara's heart . The fact that the Bennett Family was currently being dealt with by Michael didn't really concern her , especially since she hadn't yet taken over the family business . She could sort things out after assuming control . Michael's phone suddenly rang . Clara only caught a glimpse of the caller ID before he frowned . She guessed it was Jade . For some reason , her heart felt heavy . This man had saved her and , at the same time , took the opportunity to retaliate against the Bennett Family . It seemed she had thought too much . After all , they were merely in a contract marriage . His kindness toward her was nothing more than a formality . " Since you're alright , I'm heading to the office , " Michael said , taking the call as he left . " I urgently need some money . Could you transfer another ten million to my account ? Something happened to my family . " Emma's voice was filled with panic . If she couldn't find the funds soon , Bennett Enterprise might collapse . If Bennett Enterprise were to fall , she would no longer be the prestigious heiress of the family . She couldn't marry a wealthy man without that title . She would become a penniless heiress from a bankrupt company . However , raising ten million was almost impossible , so she had no choice but to turn to her benefactor . 1/4 11:51 Sat , Oct 18 M " Why do you need so much money ? What's happening with your family ? " Michael asked as he drove . " It's ... My ... " Emma wanted to speak honestly but then reconsidered . Given Michael's powerful influence , what if my benefactor fears him and refuses to get involved ? Moreover , the child in my belly isn't even this man's ; it's a result of Clara sleeping with him . Since things have already gone wrong , there's no turning back . As long as Clara is eliminated , everything would be fine . Emma quickly replied , " My parents have accumulated a lot of debt over the years , and now my dad is ill , so we're short on money ." " Which hospital is your father in ? Let Eric handle the medical bills and debts . You're pregnant . You shouldn't be stressing over this . " Although Michael found her distasteful , she was carrying his child . He didn't want anything to happen to the grandparents . " Oh ? Alright . " Emma dared not say further , fearing he would investigate her . The Bennett Family was on the brink of collapse , and she couldn't risk exposing her true identity . She hadn't even met him in person yet , so she changed the topic . " When are you coming to see me ? I really want to meet you . " She had noticed that whenever she actively sought him out , he was always indifferent . Sometimes , he even cut their conversations short , taking work as an excuse . Once they met face - to - face , she was confident she could win him over with a few flirtatious glances and extra effort . " I'll let you know . I'm busy right now , so that's it for now . Discuss the money issue with Eric ." Michael ended the call and continued driving toward his office , Nevertheless , as he waited at a traffic light , he suddenly felt the urge to see her . After all , with her family in trouble , they needed to meet sooner or later . He made a U - turn and headed toward the yacht . When Clara was resting at home , her phone rang . Upon seeing the familiar caller ID, she answered . " If you're calling to talk about the Bennett Family , don't bother . " " Clara , I need to see you ." 2/4 11:51 Sat , Oct 18 M ... Clara clenched her phone tightly , forcing herself to agree . She quickly tidied up and left to meet Emma . The two arranged to meet at a secluded cafe . In a corner by the window , Emma sat wearing a mask , hat , and sunglasses . She was waiting for Clara . Upon entering , Clara spotted her immediately . She approached and took a seat . " How would you be so bold to meet me ? Aren't you afraid I'll have you kidnapped and thrown into jail ? Those people you hired have probably already ratted you out . It would take no time at all to have you locked up . " In reality , Clara couldn't act just yet . She hadn't fully taken control of Bennett Enterprise , and the ownership still belonged to her uncle . Throwing Emma in jail now wouldn't benefit her . Hence , she had to suppress the anger inside . " Why wouldn't I ? You know exactly what you've done . I suggest you beg Michael to spare Bennett Enterprise , or my dad will sell his shares to a foreign company . It's as powerful as Michael's company . You'll find it nearly impossible to buy those shares back . " Emma's words gave Clara a headache . After all , she didn't want to owe Michael too much . If the foreign company was as powerful as Michael's , it would come at a high cost to reclaim the shares . Setting aside whether she owed Michael , the fact that he already had another woman and a child made her want to distance herself from him . " If Bennett Enterprise collapses , it won't do you any good either . Even if you acquire the family business , you'll be starting from the bottom . At that point , no one will want to work with a company as battered as Bennett Enterprise ." Emma laid out her reasoning . She couldn't rely on her benefactor or Eric anymore . If her lies were discovered , and it came to light that the child she was carrying wasn't hers , all her future wealth would vanish . " Think it over . I'll be waiting for your response . " As Emma stood to leave , her phone on the table rang . Clara glanced over as she picked it up . " Darling ? Are you coming to see me ? Alright . I'm on my way now . " Emma could hardly wait to fly over to meet the benefactor . She had only arranged to meet 3/4 11:51 Sat , Oct 18 2 ( ) ) As she left the cafe , she heard his voice over the phone . " No need . I'm already out . Where were you going ? " " I was visiting my parents at the hospital . My relatives have already dealt with the debts , so there's no need to trouble Eric . As for my dad's illness , he's been transferred to a top hospital by my relatives , so you can rest assured . If I urgently need money again , I'll inform Eric . " " Alright . Just let him know if you need anything . " Michael was sitting in his car and rubbing his temples . His mind was filled with thoughts of Clara , especially the image of her nearly being... Send Gifts 19 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!