CHAPTER 186: CHAPTER 186: VERA HANSEN’S MASTERFUL MANEUVER

Serena turned around and saw Sheila Jenkins.

Her biological mother.

Serena felt uncertain about what to do.

The last time she went to the hotel to see Sheila Jenkins, Sheila had told her not to come looking for her anymore.

All these years, she didn’t know how to interact with her.

Even though they are mother and daughter by blood, there are just too many things between them.

After thinking for a moment, Serena began, "Mom."

Sheila glanced at her, nodded, and then came in with a fruit basket, placing it on the bedside table.

"I’m here to see Seraphina," she said.

Serena nodded, moved a chair over for her, and then looked at Seraphina, pondering how to start speaking.

But before Serena could say anything, Seraphina chirped happily, "Grandma."

She smiled sweetly, looking as cute as a New Year picture doll.

Sheila also smiled and said, "Such a good girl."

Sheila chatted with Seraphina for a while, making Serena feel dazed.

She never dared to imagine that Sheila would actually come over to see Seraphina willingly.

After all, after that incident back then, they...

Seraphina giggled and chatted happily with Sheila.

When it was over, Sheila gave Serena a knowing look.

Serena understood, and she let Seraphina play by herself for a bit, then followed Sheila to a small balcony.

From here, they could still see Seraphina, but also have a bit of privacy to talk.

"The adoption process should be finalized soon," Sheila said.

Serena nodded.

Then she didn’t know what to say, just felt her heart racing slightly.

"A couple of days ago, I went to see... him," Sheila finally broached the subject.

Serena furrowed her brow; she knew Sheila was talking about William Wyatt.

In all these years, the last time she saw him was the day he was sent to prison.

"And then I learned something," Sheila said. "After thinking it over, I decided to tell you."

"What is it?" Serena asked, puzzled.

"Recently, there were two occasions when Julian Lawson went to see him. He said some strange things. The first time was when you were preparing to file for divorce, and the other was on the day Seraphina had her surgery."

Sheila spoke, looking at Serena, "Have you truly moved on from Julian Lawson?"

Serena looked at the woman’s face in front of her; there were still traces of her former beauty, but most had been eroded by time and hardship.

This was the first time in so many days that Sheila said something more caring, something that seemed like what would be shared between a mother and daughter.

Thinking about it, Serena nodded, "I’ve let it go."

"I’ve been preparing to start a new relationship." She added.

"Silas Hawthorne?" Sheila had evidently seen it online.

"Yes," Serena replied.

Sheila nodded, indicating she understood.

"You handle it as you see fit," Sheila finally said. "Having told you this, I have to head back."

Serena nodded.

She escorted Sheila to the door. After thinking for a moment, she hurried back, took the money from her bag, removed her jewelry, and placed it all into Sheila’s hands.

Sheila’s hand was open as she turned to look at her.

Serena kept her head down, not speaking.

In the end, Sheila accepted the items without saying anything and turned to leave.

Serena lifted her head to watch her departing figure.

In all these years, this is how their mother-daughter relationship has been.

Besides the cash and jewelry, Serena had also given her a card, occasionally depositing money into it.

In truth, apart from the intense conflict when William Wyatt was first sent to prison, most of the time later, their relationship had been rather indifferent.

This time, Sheila’s assistance with the adoption process filled Serena’s heart with gratitude.

Time flew by, and another two days passed.

On this day, Serena and Seraphina were having a meal when suddenly, her phone vibrated.

She took out her phone and glanced at it.

#Micro Love Re-recorded Version Online#

Re-recorded version?

Serena didn’t know what the difference was, so she opened it up to see.

Then she discovered that the annotations on the re-recorded version of "Micro Love" had changed.

Previously, it was —

"Micro Love"

Singer: Vera Hansen

Lyricist: Vera Hansen

Composer: Vera Hansen

Now it became —

"Micro Love" Re-recorded Version

Singer: Vera Hansen

Lyricist: Vera Hansen/Yan

Composer: Vera Hansen/Yan

There were slight changes in the lyrics and composition, just a half-sentence here and there.

Overall, it was the same as before.

Serena couldn’t help but smile; what was Vera trying to do?

Back then, to sue Vera, Ford Entertainment had already registered the copyrights, with the lyrics and composition credited entirely to her.

Data from the earlier "Micro Love," Vera’s various statements, and the lawyer’s letters from the company were all preserved through methods recognized by the court, ensuring the evidence was solidified—even if everything was deleted online, it wouldn’t matter. Adding a "Yan" now, does Vera think it would work?

They hadn’t sued yet, only waiting for the Micro Love short drama to go online, so they could claim more in compensation—not because they hadn’t taken any action.

Vera posted an update.

Vera Hansen: The previous version I recorded was still too immature, with many flaws. So recently, I’ve been practicing with a vocal coach and made a re-recorded version. I hope everyone will enjoy it.

Serena wasn’t worried about whether Vera re-recorded or not; she was curious about how Vera planned to backtrack on her claim that she wrote the song herself.

Clearly, many netizens had already noticed this point and had the same thoughts as Serena.

So discussions arose —

"Who is this Yan? Why did this person appear in the lyrics and composition?"

"Yeah, I remember this song was originally written by Vera Hansen. It was her original work. Who is this Yan now?"

"Can someone tell me what exactly happened? How come there are changes in the re-recorded version?"

...

After countless people asked, someone immediately came forward to explain —

"This is another musician who helped with the re-recorded version," the person said. "I heard it was re-recorded in Ford Entertainment’s training building, with slight adjustments to the lyrics and composition. This Yan is an artist from Ford Entertainment who helped."

The bystanders finally understood.

Someone summed it up: "So, it’s because of the help with the re-recording; they made this small change, just a few words, and included this person in the lyrics and composition? Vera Hansen is really too kind and easygoing!"

Netizens were abuzz with discussions, on one hand saying Yan got lucky, and on the other, that Vera was generous and respectful even for a tiny bit of help.

Serena found it astonishing.

Can it be like this?

Clever spin, keeping Vera as the main figure, with Yan as a side addition.

This explanation actually made a lot of sense, and it could even promote her image as kind and uncompetitive.

Brilliant strategy!

However, Vera probably didn’t anticipate that they were already well-prepared.

Just as Serena was thinking this, her phone vibrated incessantly.

It was a call from Yan’s number.

Vera Hansen’s call.