Chapter 27 " We look forward to your good news . " Joseph knew the deal was almost done , so he left quickly . Monica pressed her temples , feeling a headache . She didn't understand why Alexander was so persistent . However , with a written contract , as the president of the Smith Group , he shouldn't go back on his word . She didn't want to stay in the office any longer , so she then decided to visit Ryder . As soon as she opened the office door , Mia hurried over . " Ms. Brown , someone insists on seeing you . I couldn't stop her , she's already in . " " Who is it ? " Monica asked as she walked outside . Before Mia could speak , and before Monica could figure out what was happening , a woman rushed up and slapped Monica hard across the face . At the same time , the woman screamed , " Monica , you bitch ! " Instantly , all the employees in the company turned to look at Monica . Monica recognized the person and instinctively called out , " Layla ? " " Bitch , do you even consider me your mother ? " Layla Scott shouted . Layla was Monica's biological mother . Mia , standing nearby , was stunned . She had never seen a mother come to hit her daughter before and immediately said , " If you continue to cause trouble , I'll call security . " " What , can security stop me from disciplining my daughter ? " Layla snorted . Mia was at a loss for words . Monica sneered , " You keep saying I don't treat you as my mother , but when have you ever treated me as your daughter ? What do you want ? Say it and then get out . " " How dare you talk to me like that ? " Layla was angry at her words . Monica didn't want to argue with her and impatiently said , " So it seems there's nothing important . If that's the case , please leave , or I'll really call security . " Layla gasped angrily . " I heard from Stella that ever since you came back , you've been entangled with Alexander . Is that true ? " 1/3 3:37 am Chapter 27 Monica was about to speak when Layla continued , ' You even dared to drug her , making her fart in front of so many people , didn't you ? Monica , nine years ago , I knew you were ruthless , but I didn't expect that after so many years , you are still just as vicious ! " Monica sneered , " Do you have any evidence that I drugged her ? Layla , you better watch your words here . Why don't you go back and ask Stella how much dirty stuff she ate to fart so badly ! " " You ... " " As for me entangling with Alexander , why don't you find out whether it's me entangling him or him entangling me ! " Monica didn't want to listen to her nonsense anymore and directly interrupted her . " Ridiculous ! He might not even spare you a glance . " Layla mocked . She then warned , " I warn you , stay away from Alexander from now on . He can only be with my Stella . If you dare to entangle with him again , I won't let you off ! " Monica sneered . Nine years ago , these words would have hurt her , but now they meant nothing . She looked at Layla , her gaze indifferent and cold . " Layla , let me tell you. First , twenty - seven years ago , you made a mistake in the hospital and brought Stella home . For twenty - seven years , she has been occupying my identity , but I don't care about it ! Second , the marriage between the Smith family and the Brown family was arranged by my grandfather and Mr. Preston Smith . It was originally mine . I didn't take her things ! " She continued , " Third , I wouldn't stoop to snatching things from others . Six years ago , I already signed the divorce papers . Stella , that disgusting thing , isn't worth my time ! Fourth , I have nothing to do with the Brown family . Please don't claim to be my mother anymore . It makes me sick ! " Monica finally finished speaking . Someone even shouted , " Ms. Brown , you're awesome ! " Layla's finger shook as she pointed at Monica , her voice trembling with anger . " Monica , how dare you talk to me like that . Do you have any ... " Before she could finish , Monica grabbed her finger and forcefully bent it down , almost breaking it . Layla screamed in pain , " Stop , you little bitch , stop ... " " This is for the slap you gave me earlier ! " Monica sneered , let go of Layla's hand , took a tissue from the table , wiped her hand , and said to Mia , " Throw her out , and don't allow her to come to CLOUD again . Also , get the cleaning staff to disinfect the air , especially where Ms. Scott has been , clean it thoroughly ! " " Yes , Ms. Brown ! " Mia nodded and left the company first , driving to the hospital . 2/3 3:38 am P Chapter 27 The Smith Villa . Alexander was worried about Amelia and didn't go to the company all day , staying at home . Amelia's condition was fluctuating . Her fever subsided , but she started feeling nauseous and couldn't eat , remaining drowsy and not getting better even after taking medicine . Alexander was afraid her condition would worsen at night , so he took her to the hospital . Daniel , who usually caused trouble , genuinely cared for Amelia and went with them . Joseph had notified the hospital in advance and arranged for a doctor and a room . The doctor examined her and started an IV treatment , saying to Alexander , " Mr. Smith , don't worry . She doesn't have any major issues , just very weak and with low resistance . We'll start with the IV treatment and see how it goes . " " Okay , " Alexander responded . Alexander and Daniel sat by the bed , looking at her pale face . Alexander's brows were furrowed tightly . " Wasn't she fine a few days ago ? How did she suddenly become so weak ? " Alexander asked himself . Daniel was stunned , but he couldn't bring himself to tell the truth . Thinking for a moment , he looked at Alexander . " Dad , do you prefer the lively Amelia from a few days ago or the quiet Amelia now ? "