Chapter 359

In front of the company building. Beckett had just stepped inside with Madeleine when a few janitors' hushed gossip drifted over. "That's Madeleine, right? The one from that fake daughter scandal like twenty years ago. Heard she had a messy past too, even had some kid with some random guy." "Yeah, I heard the same. They say she schemed her way into Beckett's life, but bet on the wrong horse. Now that he's out of the Beach Group, he's got nothing. Starting from scratch." "They're here today asking for resources, hunting for investments." "Honestly, that's embarrassing. I'd never show my face again if I were her." Madeleine's steps stumbled a bit. She drew in a sharp breath, trying to hold on. Maybe she misheard… maybe it wasn't even about her… But that feeling stabbed deep again—people whispering behind her back, judging with cruel words. It hurt. Like she couldn't breathe. Beckett clearly heard it too. His gaze swept over the group—cold, sharp. He didn't have to say a word. Just his pr