# Chapter 61: Mother and Daughter: The Bitter Truth Behind a Twisted Love
Hello everyone, it's me again! How are you all doing? Today I will continue to walk with you and review Chapter 61 of "My Accidental Husband is a Billionaire Reviews" – a chapter that peels back the layers of deceit and exposes the heartbreaking reality of a mother's twisted loyalty. Get ready for a rollercoaster of revelations, betrayal, and a shocking glimpse into the dark corners of family bonds.
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The R&D department was in utter chaos. Dr. Jalen's words had hit them like a thunderbolt, leaving everyone dazed and bewildered.
"Jalen, what are you saying? Have you lost your mind?"
"Is Dr. South here? Where? Can we meet this legendary figure?"
"Did you just say Miss Olsen is Dr. South? That's impossible! She's so young..."
Their disbelief hung thick in the air. But then, Keira stepped forward, her expression calm and serious. She extended her hand to Jalen with quiet confidence. "Nice to meet you. I'm Dr. South."
Silence. Complete and utter silence fell over the room like a heavy blanket.
Luca was the first to break it with a sharp cry. "Keira! What did you say? Who are you?!"
The rest stood frozen, their minds struggling to process the impossible truth.
Keira looked over the team – these people who had initially misunderstood her but quickly cleared the air. They had protected her in ways she had never experienced before. A soft smile touched her lips.
"I want to thank you all for looking after me these past few days. If you ever have any technical issues in the future, feel free to message me."
With her identity revealed, she could no longer hide behind a desk job. She had only returned with Jalen to say goodbye. Her medical materials were already secured. It was time to leave.
While the team remained in shock, she quietly stepped back and walked out with Samuel at her side.
Jalen watched her go. His foot unconsciously moved forward, then stopped. A pang of regret struck him. His reaction upon learning she was Dr. South had been so rude! Had he left a terrible impression on her?
When he turned back, the rest of the team were bug-eyed, wearing expressions that spoke volumes.
It was only when Keira entered the elevator that they finally snapped out of their stupor.
"Ah! Miss Olsen is actually Dr. South!"
"Oh my god, I was working alongside Dr. South!"
"She said we could talk to her anytime! I've actually become friends with Dr. South!"
In a frenzy, the team rushed to Keira's old desk. Every single item was snatched up like precious relics.
"These are the pens used by Dr. South!"
"This is Dr. South's draft paper!"
"This is a paper cup Dr. South drank from..."
The atmosphere turned strangely comedic. Jalen watched them, and for once, he didn't reprimand them. He suddenly felt oddly relieved. Compared to them, he was perfectly normal!
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Meanwhile, in the Administrative Department's conference room, the tension was thick enough to cut with a knife.
After Keira left, Lewis turned to the head of the Administrative Department and said coldly, "Call the police."
Those words struck fear into Poppy Hill, the woman who had been released from jail only two days ago and had immediately resumed her arrogant ways.
The department head hesitated. "Mr. Horton, if we call the police, it will cause a huge commotion and negatively impact the company. To be honest, we never intended to involve the police today."
Even if Keira had been proven guilty, they would have handled it internally within the Horton Group, keeping it from public knowledge.
Lewis glanced at her indifferently. His gaze made her heart jump, and she immediately lowered her head. "Yes, sir."
Poppy shouted, "Mr. Horton, I was just trying to teach my daughter a lesson! What I stole was my own biological daughter's property – that's not against the law, right? The victim didn't say anything, so why involve the police?"
Lewis looked at her coldly. His penetrating gaze made Poppy feel as if she were trapped in an ice cellar. Then his deep voice cut through the air.
"What you stole is the core technology of the Horton Group. You are suspected of stealing company secrets – that is a crime. Even if she doesn't pursue the matter, the company cannot allow it."
Poppy froze. "What... what secrets? Will I be sentenced?"
Lewis's voice was icy. "According to Article 219 of the Criminal Law regarding trade secret infringement, if the circumstances are serious, the perpetrator shall be sentenced to fixed-term imprisonment of not less than three years and not more than ten years."
Poppy's face went pale. "Is... is it that serious?"
The department head shot Mr. Horton a strange look. Today's incident wasn't that severe, and the company hadn't suffered any loss. Why was Mr. Horton trying to scare her like this?
Then Lewis spoke again. "Of course, if you were instructed or deceived, a lighter sentence may be imposed. So, were you prompted by someone to steal the information?"
As soon as those words left his mouth, every gaze in the room shifted to Isla.
Everyone could put two and two together. How would a fifty-year-old woman who was detached from society even know about a concept like renewable energy?
It was obvious – Isla had lured her and directed her!
The department head saw the light. Any normal person in Poppy's position would now point the finger at Isla to escape punishment.
But just as Poppy was about to speak, she suddenly shouted, "No! Isla knows nothing about this. I did everything myself. It has nothing to do with her!"
Beside her, Isla's eyes turned red. She looked at Poppy with a pitiful expression. "Aunt Hill, even if you hate Keira and want revenge, you shouldn't implicate me!"
She lowered her head to wipe non-existent tears from the corners of her eyes. Despite her mournful expression, a fierce light flashed in her gaze.
She wasn't stupid. This simple trap was too easy to expose. From the very beginning, she had only given Poppy suggestive statements. From Poppy's perspective, Isla knew nothing about her real mother. Isla had simply picked Poppy up from jail, acted scared, and elaborately told her about Keira and Jake's bet. And then, with feigned remorse, she had said, "Aunt Hill, why am I even saying these things? I've just been worried lately. Dr. South hasn't replied, and it seems Keira's solution is done... Jake wants to break our engagement. What should I do? Forget it, everyone has their own fate."
And Poppy, her biological mother, had "taken it upon herself" to steal Keira's solution and send it to Isla's computer.
Isla had never been directly involved in the process.
Even if the police came, as long as Poppy didn't implicate her, she would be completely in the clear!
As expected, the police arrived quickly. After gathering details, they only took Poppy away.
Isla didn't breathe a sigh of relief – not because she was worried about Poppy, but because of Jake!
Sure enough, Jake's expression darkened.
Even though Isla wasn't taken away, everyone knew the truth. The department head gave Jake a strange look, her suspicion clear – as if he and Isla had been in on it together.
There was no way to explain himself!
Jake didn't even look at Isla as he strode out.
Isla hurried after him. "Jake, let me explain..."
As the two left the conference room, Lewis watched the direction they went.
Why did Poppy protect Isla so much?
He turned to Tom and said thoughtfully, "I think Isla seems more like Poppy's daughter..."
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**Reader's Impressions:**
Oh my goodness! This chapter was absolutely gut-wrenching and eye-opening! The way Poppy, Keira's own biological mother, chose to protect Isla over her own daughter – it's heartbreaking and infuriating at the same time. The depth of Isla's manipulation is truly chilling. She set the entire trap so carefully, leaving no fingerprints, while Poppy walked right into it like a lamb to the slaughter.
And Lewis's final observation – "I think Isla seems more like Poppy's daughter" – that line hit hard. It makes you wonder: does Poppy know something? Could Isla really be her biological daughter? Or is she just blinded by her hatred for Keira?
The scene of the R&D team scrambling for Keira's used pens and paper cups was a much-needed moment of comic relief amidst all the tension. It shows how revered Dr. South truly is.
Keira's quiet confidence as she revealed her identity was simply magnificent. She didn't need to shout or prove anything. She just stated the truth and walked away like the queen she is.
⭐ **Rating: 4.8 / 5 Stars** (Absolutely riveting, but I want more interaction between Keira and Lewis!)
**Next Chapter Prediction:**
I believe the next chapter will delve deeper into Poppy's interrogation. Will she crack and reveal the truth about why she protects Isla so fiercely? And more importantly, will Isla's carefully constructed facade finally begin to crumble? Lewis's sharp mind is already onto something. And what about Jake? Will he finally open his eyes and see Isla for who she truly is? Or will he remain trapped in her web of lies? Meanwhile, Keira is walking away with her head held high, but this is far from over!
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