Chapter 250. The Battle For Her Daughter

Caitlin said nothing, her cold gaze locked onto Ximena.

The expert beside them added, “The box itself may be real, but the manuscript inside is definitely a replica. The pages have aged, but the ink is fresh. This confirms it’s a forgery.”

Ximena stood up and sneered. “Caitlin, do you really think you can pull such a childish trick in front of me?”

Caitlin had anticipated this response.

“I told you from the start, Ximena—I would never hand over the original manuscript. Giving you a replica was already my biggest concession.

“If all you care about is developing Fragrance Garments, then the original or a replica shouldn’t matter... unless, of course, you have other ulterior motives.”

Her voice was calm, unwavering as she stared down Ximena.

“So you’re backing out of the deal? You don’t want your daughter back?” Ximena’s eyes darkened, her tone colder than before.

“I’m taking my daughter no matter what,” Caitlin declared, her stance firm.