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For Rhea, no matter who or what her biological father is, it represents trouble.She hoped that the other party would be a man who would not have too much impact on her life, although his appearance itself meant a change.

All kinds of conjectures have been circling in Rhea's mind, and she has already thought of the worst possibility. After all, celebrity family dramas have always been the media's favorite, and she has seen many of them before.

The media environment in Europe and the United States is more open, and mainland stars are used to secretive things that can't escape the ending of being torn to the surface here.

But as soon as she returned to Queens, New York, she adjusted her state and did not reveal too many abnormalities.If it was the past, Rhea's mother, May Parker, would definitely be able to see something was wrong, but the situation is different now, and May has no energy to analyze the details of her daughter's expression.

Rhea returned to the United States secretly. The paparazzi knew her itinerary and thought she would go to the United Kingdom. The assistant temporarily adjusted her flight, and there was a strong bodyguard as a cover, so that she could return home so quietly.

She originally thought it would take a lot of effort to send Hawkeye away, but he knew she was coming back to attend the funeral, so he didn't follow her, and he was incredibly obedient.

Rhea's return made her parents a little happier, and Mei's reaction was more obvious. He was silent a lot, and losing his brother hit him hard.

Because she came back in a hurry, Rhea didn't bring any luggage, and most of them would be checked back later.When she was standing at the gate, Mei watched her for a long time before hugging her.

After brewing for a long time, the aging woman smiled softly: "You look like the cover of a magazine."

"Maybe it's more like a candid shot from a tabloid." Rhea raised her hand and took off the sun hat on top of her head. She even wore a pair of sunglasses, which are not so excessive in the leisurely and slightly hot New Zealand, but are just right for the sunny Los Angeles. , but it seems a bit exaggerated to put it in Queens.

Fortunately, this is New York, and Miss Esquire is not so strange.

Her assistant also wanted to tie a silk scarf around her, but Rhea felt that it was too conspicuous and refused, she just didn't want to attract those keen reporters and curious neighbors.

Along the way, Rhea didn't see the flashing lights, but had little success in avoiding the attention of the community, and still attracted the attention of some neighbors.

"I knew you were very happy after getting the notice. He couldn't eat before... Now the situation is better, he is very happy.

Miss you. "

Death is never easy, but one has to face it.Rhea sighed, "Where's Peter?"

"School day, he went to school."

This made Rhea finally associate Monday with going to school. Because of her special occupation, she spent very little time in school. Rhea was very grateful to Weber Middle School for not expelling her and also generously sent a letter of recommendation. She had to pay back Give the school the favor.

"Did you tell him?"

Mei pressed Rhea's hand, "We plan to wait for him to come back from school, and he should know about it."

Rhea hugged her mother back. They need more company at this time, so she decided to leave work temporarily and come back.

She knows what her family needs, but she doesn't know what the other party wants when her biological father comes to her door.

Her agent, Malloy, might be able to shed some light on this question.

They met at Malloy's New York studio, Rhea's first visit.

"I didn't even know you had a studio."

"It's not all mine, and I still have to pay the rent at the end of the month. I've been thinking about shutting it down. I used to travel here a lot. Now that I'm in Los Angeles, it's not very useful."

Malloy was a little-known agent before, and he needed to run back and forth between New York and Los Angeles, which is why he was able to sign Rhea.

Now he also has a certain reputation in the brokerage circle.

He remembered something else: "How was the threat letter thing going?"

Rhea has already dumped this on others: "Don't worry, I'll leave it to the professionals. I think it will probably work better than the police."

"That's good."

"Let's discuss more important things. You said that on the phone, which proves that you think there is a high possibility that that man has something to do with me."

After chatting for a few words, Rhea jumped straight to the point. She wanted to deal with this matter as soon as possible, "Who is the other party? Have you done genetic testing? Or do you need my current sample?"

In order to find someone, Rhea left some test samples for Malloy, but she doesn't mind real-time identification, and she can feel more at ease after seeing the results in person.

"Relax." Malloy was not overwhelmed by the series of questions, he took out a stack of documents and put them on the table.

Rhea took the time to look at him for a while, and couldn't tell the other party's mental state from the well-arranged hairstyle and clean-shaven smooth chin.

He dresses more and more like an elite, and it is rare for him to be depressed because of mental problems. In most cases, neat and decent clothing and styling can cover up all the conditions.

She could only see the finely distributed bloodshot eyes when Malloy rolled his eyes.Whether it's not rested well - or intermittent restlessness, remains to be judged.

"I told you before that Jones was taken care of for a period of time." Malloy raised his hand and pinched the bridge of his nose. He said, "He is the generous taker. At least this can prove that he does have a certain chance It's your real father."

When she heard the first sentence, Rhea hadn't reacted yet. She didn't actually take Jones' matter to heart. In name, they were mother and daughter who were related by blood. In fact, Rhea came to this world and saw Pass Jones a side or two.

Whether it is in court or in prison, it is not a beautiful scene.

"Haven't you done a kinship test yet?" Rhea didn't want to ask further, she wasn't interested in the process at all: "The samples I left are used up?"

Malloy continued helplessly: "I know you are anxious, but this matter is not troublesome. At least we can breathe a sigh of relief. If it is really him, he does not seem to be short of money."

Rhea's mood didn't improve because of these words, she stared at her agent, "So there is no way to simply spend money."

"Think about the good for now."

"It's rare to hear this sentence from you, aren't you the dark thinker?" Rhea finally picked up the identity information and looked at it.

Malloy sighed: "I thought you would be at least a little excited, blood is very important to many people."

But Rhea didn't have any thoughts of rejoicing, "I've already been excited, and now I still think it's impossible. If this man got Jones pregnant, would she leave him so easily?"

She stared at the attached photo for a few moments, but didn't find anything in common between herself and the other party.

It was just a white male wearing a classic suit. He looked like a typical rich man in film and television dramas. Of course, there was an indispensable point, gray hair, and he was over fifty years old.

Perhaps it was a psychological effect, Rhea felt that the eyes that were partly drooped by the upper eyelids were uncomfortable, even though he was smiling in the photo.

"House," Malloy reminded her. "You guys used to own a house in Queens."

Rhea couldn't believe it: "This is what he gave

Jones's? "

She only stayed in that house for one night before she was adopted by the Parker family next door, and she never returned to that place.

"That's what's written in the transfer agreement."

Her thoughts suddenly diverged. If she was really the other party's child, how could Jones only want a house in Queens.If he knew her identity, why did this man wait until now to find her?

Looking at the estimated net worth and real estate on the information, Rhea couldn't help mocking: "Then he is really generous."

Malloy is still assessing the good and bad of this matter: "He wants to meet with you."

Rhea said directly: "Then I hope to meet at the hospital." The appraisal was completed on the spot.

"We don't have to go too far with this." Malloy didn't mean it, and he squinted his brown eyes, finally revealing a hint of hidden irritation.

Rhea fully understood: "Ha, you hate him."

"I just don't have that much free time to figure out what I like." After persisting for a while, Malloy still surrendered under Rhea's gaze, "Well, I hate him, and I also hate his secretary."

He complained: "You don't know how annoying it is to deal with them, you will be pissed off by the poor acting skills of these people."

Rhea could imagine that scene—although she didn't think anyone was stupid enough to show any bad emotions on the surface, but Malloy was very sensitive to those subtle contempt and disgust. It's been a long time since something like this has happened in Hollywood.

She stared at the line of names for a moment. "Jedle Essex, well, I have to admit that I have heard the name."

But she still couldn't help asking: "He is dying and can't find an heir?"

"...I think Mr. Sykes is very healthy, and his only troubles are diabetes and high blood pressure." Malloy frowned, "He also has two sons and a daughter, you will know after reading this information .”

She took a few glances and put the things into the bag, "I'll take a good look at it when I'm in the mood."

Before Malloy was about to persuade, Rhea asked him again: "What about you, Matthew? What are your troubles now?"

"Obviously, my biggest worry is you."

"You know what I'm talking about." Rhea didn't give up her concern, "Do you still have that 'condition'?"

The man quickly answered her: "I think you need to worry about a lot of things now, and after solving your problems, you can

Do me a favor. "

After complaining, Malloy became a little more serious: "I'm already much better than before, and the occasional minor situation is nothing at all."

Rhea suddenly felt guilty: "I'm sorry that there are so many dramas in my life. To be honest, I feel exaggerated."

"That's why you're successful in this business," Malloy joked, before returning to seriousness: "If you're feeling guilty, get another magazine interview in New York."

He still didn't forget the previous account, "Harvard girl! You know what, you have to have an exclusive interview! I've already thought of the subtitle - don't carve yourself for fame and fortune, what do you think?"

It sounds a little sarcastic, but Rhea can take it, "Okay."

"But I want to spend more time with my family, and I don't want to take on any other new jobs." Rhea took the opportunity to mention attending the funeral.

"I see." Malloy shrugged, "Or would you like to attend the funeral with Leonardo?"

She started to stare: "And let the paparazzi enter the cemetery to take pictures?"

In the end, her agent whispered softly: "Well, if I didn't say it, there will be no paparazzi. In fact, this is also a good entry point. The loss of a loved one has comfort and companionship, so you have developed from friends to friends." further relationship..."

"Wow, how touching."

Then they started talking about work again, and Rhea didn't leave until the conversation was over. Malloy originally planned to drive her back, but gave up when he saw someone picking her up.

It's just that after seeing the people in the car clearly, he stared at Rhea for a long time with eyes full of scrutiny. He didn't need to say anything, and he had already expressed everything with his eyes.

Rhea felt a little guilty, but she still asked back confidently: "What's wrong, is there something wrong?"

"No, it's nothing, have a good trip." Malloy twitched his lips when he smiled.

"Long time no see, Metus." The person in the driver's seat greeted Malloy, he stretched his upper body from the back of the seat, showing a familiar face of the American people, "By the way, say hello to Nancy .”

Now Malloy's lip line was completely frozen.

When the car started, Rhea asked the person next to her: "Do you know he is with Nancy Josephson?"

"I heard about this from my agent, if your date is the daughter of the founder of one of the three major Hollywood agencies, someone else

It's hard not to know. The other party leaned back on the car seat again, "People in CAA are saying that this is the ICM brokerage company's own production and sales. "

She surrendered to her curiosity: "Are they still dating?"

"Anyway, I haven't heard the news of the breakup." The man muttered, "Are you gossiping about your manager?"

"I can only gossip about him behind his back. Talking about feelings with Hollywood agents will only make you lose confidence in love time and time again."

Rhea wanted to continue talking, but was interrupted by the man: "Are you sure you want to talk about your agent's love story when you meet your boyfriend?"

She apologized very sincerely: "I'm sorry, Leo. I was just looking forward to Metus Malloy falling in love with someone. It must be very touching."

Who made her manager like to emphasize the utilitarian value of feelings so much.

Compared with the previous meeting, both of them have changed a lot because of the work of the new movie. Rhea herself still has black hair, but the changes in Leonardo are more obvious than her.

Although the themes of "The Beach" and "Titanic" are similar, many shots of "Titanic" are done indoors, while the outdoor scenes of "The Beach" are very important, so after the filming, Leonardo's body The shades are all darker.

This is probably also related to the director's request. Rhea has not read the script, she has only seen the photos of the set in magazines, and they seem to be trying to create a tough guy version of Jack.

Rhea could feel that he had developed some muscle, and he had grown a short beard, which made her a little uncomfortable.

But she can still accept—

"Rhea?"

This soft voice startled her, and Rhea knocked on the top door of the car window in a hurry, she had already got out of the car, but Leonardo wanted a farewell kiss before parting, so she came Going into the lowered car window, the reality proved that this was an extremely wrong decision.

"Shit." Rhea couldn't help muttering, which got a smirk from the people in the car.

Before she got out of the car, she looked around and found no one, so this scared her. When Rhea realized who the owner of the voice was, she felt even more embarrassed.

Not caring about bumping her head, Rhea turned around to block the view of the car window facing them, before she greeted, "Peter? I thought you were at school."

Her brother Peter Parker, who will be her real brother in the future, is standing not far away, because he is not tall, so Rhea didn't see it before

he.

In the past few years, Rhea didn't have many opportunities to meet him. Peter had already been picked up when she was there, but she could still clearly feel the changes in Peter. He had grown a lot taller.

His brown hair was long enough to be layered with soft bangs on his smooth forehead, a few hairs grew past his eyebrows, and just caught the moist caramel-colored deer eyes, plus he seemed more used to With lowered eyes, it all made him look very well-behaved.

Peter answered her meekly: "I got permission to ask for leave, and they said I don't have to go to school for a few days."

Ben and May had already told him the matter, and what they struggled the most was how to convey this feeling to Peter without hurting his heart too much.

This is the part that Rhea is not good at, and her parents are closer to Peter, so it would be better for them to do this. She came back and mainly took over the funeral arrangement and relieved the pressure on her father.

Witnessing the death of Rhea was also not in a good mood. Of course, her sadness must not reach the level of her parents, but she is not ready to date at such a time, let alone she has other worries.

But her return to New York couldn't avoid her public relations manager Ken Sanshan. If Ken knew, Leonardo would know too, so she simply told him in advance.It just so happened that Leonardo's filming also came to an end so they could meet in New York.

Rhea can find reasons for herself, but she still can't face Peter in this situation.

"You go first." She signaled Leonardo to raise the window.

Although the teams of both of them have their own plans for the publicity of their relationship, it is not yet the time to date openly. According to Ken Sanshan, it is not yet time.

Leonardo came out to pick her up and changed to a more popular car, so she let him drive to the door. To be honest, Rhea was even more surprised that he drove over by himself.

"Are you okay?" He pointed to his forehead, "Maybe, next time we can change to a more environmentally friendly way of travel?"

"I'm fine!" Rhea resisted the urge to roll her eyes.

Leonardo greeted Peter, and he wanted to say a few more words, but Rhea urged him to leave.

Regarding this matter, she has not yet decided how to tell her parents. Rhea is still worried that Peter will tell May that although they will know sooner or later, the later the better.

So she had to test Peter with guilt, "Because it happened to be on the way, he sent

I'm back, he's..."

"I know." Before Rhea could figure out the definition, Peter continued, "He's your boyfriend."

"you saw it?"

Peter just looked at her, "Only a boyfriend can send a girlfriend home."

Such a pure and simple logical relationship made Rhea unable to think of what to say, so she had to say: "Then can you keep it a secret for me?"

Peter didn't agree immediately, he thought for a while before nodding, "Okay, but you have to promise me one thing."

Rhea didn't think there was anything wrong with this quid pro quo, it even made her feel more natural, so she laughed and asked, "What's the matter?"

"Stay normal, I just want you to be the same as before."

This was Peter's request, and Rhea was confused.

She didn't understand: "Is there anything strange about me?"

"You didn't." Peter raised his hand and smoothed the hair on his forehead. "But everyone is very strange. They treat me differently. I don't like it."

It was only then that Rhea understood Peter's thoughts, and now Ben and May's purpose for him was to be careful, and Peter couldn't adapt to this change.

She was also a little overwhelmed, Rhea thought it was not her turn to do it, she could only think about her words: "Because some things are different, do you understand, Peter?"

"I don't have my own parents anymore. Aunt Mei and Uncle Ben will be my new parents from now on."

"It's almost like this. Your parents left this world and went to another place, but they are still your parents. This will not change, but we will take care of you in the future." Rhea patted Peter's head .

When she uses the word "we," it means she, too.

This is really different. When Peter was here before, Rhea knew that he would always return to his home. Now this is Peter's home, and Rhea couldn't help feeling an indescribable affection for him.

Peter at this age already knows what death is, but Rhea doesn't know if he knows what it means.When he lowered his eyes, the light on the surface of the brown iris dimmed, and the emotion was close to grief, but not so strong.

"That's fine, they meet in this world and go somewhere else together so they're never alone."

Something soft and sour touched Rhea.It hit her even more than Ben and May's pent-up grief.

This mood is indeed sad, but it is abnormal

The ground is mild and calm, so that the bitterness mixed with it has become gentle.

For the first time, Rhea really knew Peter Parker.

He is not just Ben and May's nephew, nor is she the younger brother she needs to take care of in the future, he is just a quiet and introverted boy, docile but with soft strength.

In all fairness, Rhea felt that she couldn't do better than Peter in empathy.A pair of parents who can't take care of themselves due to work, and relatives who foster themselves...

If it was her now, it would be difficult for Rhea to get close to such parents, to reach an understanding intellectually, but not to communicate emotionally. She would not blame them, nor would she feel pain for such a loss; It was even more difficult for her to accept this change.

"Wow," she said heartily. "I'm surprised, Peter, really."

From the driveway of the complex to the fence next to the house, Rhea can easily see the houses on both sides of Parker's house, one of which once belonged to her biological mother Jones.

She only spent one night in that house, and that was enough to leave an impressive memory, and Rhea never went back.

Even though it was only a meter away from her current home, Rhea was used to ignoring it.

If her manager Malloy hadn't mentioned it, she wouldn't have remembered it.Of course this was intentional, and Rhea didn't inherit much from this body, but the pain and despair were enough to make her loathe it all.

Now that Jones is in prison, the owner of the house has changed, and there are no such crazy people in the Parker family's neighborhood.

The irritability and anxiety after learning of her biological father gradually subsided, and Rhea took Peter's hand and took him home.

"You should take a good rest, and then we have to see off Uncle Richard and Aunt Mary. They don't want to see a spiritless Peter."

Peter didn't speak anymore, but he shook Rhea's hand back. His palm was sweaty and a little slippery. If it wasn't for Rhea's grip, it would be difficult for him to hold it tightly.

Fortunately, they finally held each other's hands.

On the day of the funeral, not as many people came as Rhea expected.

Compared with the first funeral that Rhea attended here, Janet van Dyne's grand commemorative ceremony, Richard Parker and Mary Parker's farewell ceremony was much smaller and more lonely.

Some people can't come, some people don't want to come.

Many of the guests recognized who Rhea was, but in this case, no one would catch up to ask for an autograph and a group photo, and younger impulsive people would also

held down by parents.

Rhea had greeted Malloy in advance, and they made a lot of suitable arrangements, there would be no paparazzi, no fans, everything was calm.

In this simple and unadorned funeral, some unexpected guests are extraordinarily special.

Looking at the dark crowd, Rhea saw the man in black suit and black leather shoes at a glance. She knew that he would come to him sooner or later, but she didn't expect to see him on this occasion.

When the priest read the eulogy, Rhea caught the figure from four rows of people away, but she ignored it until the coffin was buried and the funeral was over, and Rhea slowly found it.

If it wasn't for her family, Rhea would have preferred to ignore the other party directly, but she still walked over and said, "You shouldn't be rude enough to find me at this time."

The man lowered his voice: "No, I'm mourning."

Rhea was surprised at this moment. After looking at it for a while, she had to accept the conjecture that was close to the truth, which prompted her to call Jesus uncontrollably: "Do you know my uncle and aunt?"

"Their sacrifices are worthy of respect."

Even on such a solemn occasion, Rhea wanted to yell, but in the end she just let out a long breath: "I know I shouldn't doubt you in this kind of thing, but this is still too exaggerated, Phil. "

"Are you telling me that my uncle and aunt are also members of your organization?" Before that, Rhea had always thought that they were working as tourist adventurers and address survey team members.

Phil Coulson tilted his head slightly, "I didn't say that."

He dressed very low-key today, just like at any time in the past, such a middle-aged man was mixed in the crowd, even if no one knew him at the funeral, no one would notice that something was wrong.

Rhea's recognition of him was a play on her sense of crisis.

The agent certainly looked ordinary, but Rhea's cerebral cortex was stimulated by what he represented, and she couldn't pretend not to notice.

"I still can't believe it." Rhea pursed her lips. Her family members who just died were related to this kind of organization, and they probably died for it. No matter how you think about it, it's too bizarre.

All this seemed to imply to her that she would never be able to escape this vicious circle.

Seeing her resistance, Phil didn't say any more, he just stood there silently, as he said, he was remembering.

"...People here don't know the truth about the death of this couple." Rhea looked at the tombstone,

The black-and-white photos of the deceased look even stranger and colder. "Their families don't know, and they never will, do they?"

Phil still didn't speak, and Rhea continued to ask him: "Then why did you tell me?"

This time Phil finally spoke: "Don't be so unfamiliar, Rhea, I thought we were already in the same team."

Affected by emotions of shock, confusion, and suspicion, Rhea couldn't dwell on the issue, and she could only reply: "You sound like a missionary."

"I know there are some problems between us, but that can all be resolved, as long as we are willing to put in the effort." Phil tried to guide: "I think Hawkeye will be a good communication channel."

"He hates me."

The man showed a bit of helplessness: "I don't think it has reached the point of hatred. I can assure you that there will be no more death threats in the future."

Rhea still cared about this matter, "Have you found the prisoner?"

"I suppose so. Do you wish to bring the criminal to trial?"

"No, I want to know who Jedle Essex is," Rhea answered him.

The other party replied with a questioning expression: "Who?"

Rhea finally looked him in the eye, "To be honest, your acting skills are not stable, sometimes you disguise well, but sometimes you can't, like now--are you sure we still have to play this kind of guessing Going to the game?"

"The Essex of Nathaniel Essex, Mister Sinister, Darwin's contemporary biologist, you have at least heard of this name?" Rhea read a part of the information, "Jedal is the one A descendant of a historical figure, and he thought I was likely to be his descendant."

Phil shrugged his shoulders resentfully, "I can't do anything about it, you can only find out the truth through medical tests."

"Very well, it seems that you not only know him, but also already know about me and him." Rhea suppressed the urge to care about privacy, "I just want to know what his purpose is now."

She couldn't help complaining: "God, thanks to you, I'm starting to be paranoid too."

"There's nothing wrong with that. Safety comes first, and caution comes first." Phil involuntarily took on the tone of a lesson: "You should be more careful."

Rhea had no way of knowing the answer yet, but she still asked, "Do you think it's possible?"

The man avoided talking to him: "You got the admission letter from Harvard."

Rhea laughed at herself: "Yes, and soon

You will see such news in magazines: young actresses with both intelligence and beauty in Hollywood. "

"I added something special to your application."

This made Rhea choke: "...I didn't think of this."

"The problem is that I'm not the only one who added something to it." Phil showed an apologetic look, "Of course, you can be admitted on your own strength, so this will cause this kind of counter-effect."

When he said this, Rhea's mood changed several times. She almost thought that she squeezed into Harvard because of her relationship with the US secret service. She didn't know what tone to use: "Then why are you To do this?"

"After all, what you wanted at the beginning was the president's letter of recommendation." Phil's gentle tone was very irritating, "I think it's not far from that level."

She gritted her teeth: "I'm joking with you, can't you hear it!"

For the counter-effect that Phil refers to, she already had a premonition, "Are you really trying to help me?"

"Neil Ludenting, the president of Harvard University, he has read your information, including the 'special' ones." Phil emphasized in his explanation.

"so what?"

Phil lowered his head slightly: "As we all know, he likes to meet rich friends, and Jedle Essex is his close friend."

Rhea wanted to swear, and she actually said it: "Damn."

"He doesn't want a daughter, Rhea." Phil was very calm. "In fact, even if you are not his biological daughter, he might not mind."

She heard Phil's hint but was not sure, "You didn't really get me a letter of recommendation from the president, did you?"

"You're thinking too much." Phil said as he walked away, "But I'm beginning to think that this is not impossible."

Rhea did not stop him from leaving, she had already received a lot of information, and she couldn't help feeling in her heart: "After these things are over, I will put the film project of Rhea Nolen's biography into the real me production company In the plan."

At this time, Rhea would never have imagined that before she actually started to do this, there was a studio that had prepared this plan in advance.

Although they planned for several months, the most sensational gossip news in Hollywood in 1999 was not the news of her and Leonardo's public relationship, and of course it was impossible for her to be admitted to Harvard, but the shocking world. Len case.

It doesn't get more Hollywood than Rhea Noren getting shot while promoting The Talented Ripley, a dark crime genre film.

Ironically, her character doesn't suffer any substantial physical damage in this movie.

The author has something to say:

I was supposed to update it last night, but I couldn't find the glasses, and I spent half a night + half a day looking for them... Amazingly, after I got the new glasses, I found the old ones ==

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