Mr. Hawthorne, Your Wife Wants a Divorce Again-Chapter 1072: Trumped-Up Charges

The Lynch Family holds a very high position in the military and political circles, which is related to Chief Lynch’s numerous military achievements in his youth. More importantly, he is known for his fairness in conduct, never forming factions or engaging in corrupt autocracy, making him one of the few who can reach the highest levels.

Because of this, no matter how many people envy the Lynch Family, their position remains unshaken.

If nothing unexpected happens, the descendants of the Lynch Family would continue to enjoy this protection.

So after Reese Lynch severed ties with the Lynch Family, some relatives of the Lynch Family wanted to send their daughters to be raised by Mrs. Linden, hoping to climb the Green Cloud Ladder and ensure a bright future.

But Mrs. Linden refused them all.

Ann Vaughn was unaware of this, only feeling sudden and unexpected, not knowing how to respond for a moment.

"I disagree!"

At this moment, an infuriated voice burst into the living room.

Wilder Sheridan anxiously pushed aside Secretary Langdon, who was blocking the living room entrance, and quickly walked to Ann Vaughn, grabbing her arm, "This is my sister, a daughter of the Sheridan Family, why should she become your goddaughter?"

Luckily, he came; otherwise, who knows if someone would take his sister!

Whenever he thought about his sister becoming someone else’s, the childish part of him felt sour and clung to Ann Vaughn, afraid that she would fly away if he let go.

"Who is this...?" Reese Lynch looked suspiciously at the suddenly intruding Wilder Sheridan.

Ann Vaughn soothingly patted Wilder’s hand, introducing him to Chief Lynch and the others, "This is my brother, Wilder Sheridan."

Wilder Sheridan?

Chief Lynch and Mrs. Linden exchanged a glance and asked, "Are you Old Mr. Vaughn’s grandson, Wilder?"

Wilder Sheridan’s wary gaze eased slightly, "You know my grandfather?"

Upon hearing this, Mrs. Linden’s face lit up with joy, "Of course we do. Your grandfather and Uncle Linden were comrades and later assigned to the same unit. Our families used to interact frequently; we even held you when you were young."

"Didn’t expect time to fly by so quickly and you’ve grown so much. How are your grandparents doing?"

Prepared to reason with them, the bewildered child said, "Uh, they’re doing well; they just went hiking on Mount Verne a few days ago."

"That’s good to hear. We must visit them soon, speaking of your grandmother..."

Watching Mrs. Linden, Chief Lynch, and Wilder Sheridan’s conversation growing more heated, Ann Vaughn also found herself bewildered.

She moved closer to Cyrus Hawthorne, whispering, "My grandparents seem to have a good relationship with the Lynch Family?"

Cyrus Hawthorne raised his hand to support her back for comfort and began to solve her doubts.

If judging by military and political status, the Vaughn Family back then was no less than the Lynch Family today.

Unfortunately, after Shuhua Vaughn and Ann Vaughn’s incident, the blow to the elders was too heavy, leading to a sudden illness that proved difficult to cure, causing the Vaughn Family to gradually decline.

The saying goes that when a tree falls, the monkeys scatter, and when a wall collapses, people push it over; the Vaughn Family’s prosperity for decades inevitably attracted jealousy from the petty.

The only ones who did not kick them while down but extended a helping hand in finding their daughter and granddaughter were the Lynch Family and a few other noble families.

After understanding the past, Ann Vaughn was stunned for a while, feeling like someone had heavily struck her heart.

She suddenly realized that what she had forgotten might be more than just a few memories.

There might be something more important.

"Sis," the kid sidled up to Ann Vaughn’s ear, whispering, "Since Uncle Linden and Aunt Linden are so keen on making you their goddaughter, why not agree for the sake of your grandparents?"

Ann Vaughn snapped back to reality, looking at Wilder Sheridan with astonishment. Wasn’t he strongly opposing this just now? Yet he changed his mind so quickly?

"Alright."

Chief Lynch and Mrs. Linden immediately smiled. Undeniably, it was because Ann Vaughn helped Reese Lynch and Rory, which made them view her differently as one of their own.

But if not for genuinely liking her, the Lynch Family wouldn’t need to make her a goddaughter; they could just offer her more protection and occasional interaction to repay the debt.

This proved they truly valued her.

Of course, a formal ceremony couldn’t be settled with mere words, but due to Ann Vaughn’s health condition, organizing a banquet was postponed.

Wilder Sheridan hurried to inform Eli Sheridan and his father, so he didn’t stay long, leaving with the Lynch Family.

After sending them off, Ann Vaughn looked at the pile of gifts on the table, remaining bewildered.

"How did they think of making me their goddaughter..."

Seeing Ann Vaughn’s dazed expression, Cyrus Hawthorne couldn’t help but smile, gently caressing her delicate cheek with his jade-like fingertips, "They want to protect you; surely, this is the best way."

"Protect me?"

Cyrus Hawthorne slightly nodded, explaining indifferently, "J Country claims the virus antidote formula you provided them is problematic, causing sudden deaths in nearly ten cured patients. They demand The Medical Institute hand you over for investigation."

Ann Vaughn furrowed her eyebrows, "I gave the same antidote formula to all countries. They must have privately verified the formula’s authenticity, experimenting numerous times before using it. Moreover, even if there were major errors in the formula, it shouldn’t cause death."

Although she couldn’t recall when this happened, Ann Vaughn was certain her formula was fine.

Even if there were issues, it’s unlikely they would surface only now.

"Assigning a betrayal without evidence," Cyrus Hawthorne concluded in a deep voice, holding Ann Vaughn and heading to the elevator, "It’s time for your nap."

Facing such circumstances, how could Ann Vaughn sleep?

The world might change once she awakens.

"I’ll deal with this first..."

"Rest assured, I’m here."

J Country solely aims to escalate matters, knowing the number of global infected individuals is vast.

If they learn Ann Vaughn’s antidote has "problems," potentially causing sudden deaths, would they remain idle?

They’ll unleash their sharp claws, targeting Ann Vaughn as the "culprit."

At that point, Ann Vaughn will undoubtedly face higher-level investigations. If during this time, J Country orchestrates to have her transferred to them, her fate would be in their hands.

Such despicable methods—how could Cyrus Hawthorne let them harm Ann Vaughn?

After Ann Vaughn fell asleep, Cyrus Hawthorne left the master bedroom, emotionless as he ordered Sept, "Have the director of QY Research Institute come over."

"Yes, sir."

...

Villa 16.

Wilder Sheridan first called Eli Sheridan, informing him about the Lynch Family’s wish to make Ann Vaughn a goddaughter.

Initially expecting Eli Sheridan to be upset, just as Wilder was when he first heard this, he was surprised by his calm reaction.