Susan huffed. "All that matters is that it worked. In the end, Ian still married you. So who's to say that he won't marry Layla?""I won't marry Layla." Ian's voice rang out as soon as she said that.Susan and Sage turned around and noticed Ian, who was dressed in a suit, standing before them. Both of them were taken aback."What are you doing here?" Sage asked."It's none of my business!" Just then, Layla, who was standing behind Ian, poked her head out and admitted, "He showed up here after I sent him a picture!"Sage figured the photo Layla had sent Ian was of her and Zachary sharing a laugh. "I just wanted to pay Uncle Owen and Aunt Susan a visit," Ian said calmly. "Aunt Susan, Sage is my wife. I'll never marry anyone else but her."Susan wasn't the least bit embarrassed. In fact, she burst out laughing. "I was just jesting! Of course, I know you like Sage. I only asked you to let Layla intern at your company to give her a change of environment and some training. That's a
After hearing that, everyone's attention turned to Ian."I'll go with her," he declared. Zachary chuckled. Ignoring him, he asked Sage, "Do you want to go downstairs, Sage?"Ian gazed at Sage with a profound look in his eyes as well. Sage, who had initially planned to go downstairs, changed her mind. She shook her head and said, "It's alright. Let's just have some coffee."Seeing that, Zachary didn't insist. However, Ian could see right through her. "Come on. I'll go with you."Sage rolled her eyes at him and turned to Zachary. "Please refill my cup, Zack.""Sure thing." Zachary smiled indulgently and refilled her cup. Ian pursed his lips. Ultimately, he chose to stay silent. Even Owen, who usually paid little attention to details, noticed the tension in the air.Susan knew exactly what was going on between them. She cast a reproachful look at Zachary and said, "Zack, Sage only divorced Ian out of anger. Once she calms down, she'll get back together with him. So don't get i
Susan could see right through her daughter. She glared at her discreetly and sighed. "I won't meddle in your affairs then. Why don't you guys carry on and enjoy another cup of coffee? I'll go check on dinner!"Even though Owen wasn't pleased with Sage's attitude, he decided not to say anything since Ian was willing to compromise. And so, what could hardly be called a storm passed in the blink of an eye. For the rest of the evening, Ian and Zachary continued to chat as usual, but there was a tension between them that everyone could sense. Sage felt inexplicably tired. After dinner, she said she was tired and wanted to head home. Zachary rose to his feet and offered to drive her home. Ian looked her way as well. Sage was about to decline his offer when her phone rang. Glancing at the caller ID, she hastily answered it. "Mr. Morrison.""Are you still at your uncle's place? Your suitcase is in my car. I'm nearby. Shall I come to pick you up?""Yes please!" Sage exclaimed. She
When Benjamin kidnapped Sage last time, Priscilla figured that he wouldn't have gone after Sage because he was aware that Ian was worried about her. However, Benjamin was embroiled in a scandal at the time and was facing potential jail time, so it wasn't surprising for him to act impulsively out of revenge. As a result, neither of them took the issue to heart. Since Priscilla had made up her mind, it was only natural that Sage was on board. "Let's keep each other posted, alright?" "Alright."…The next day, Sage slept in. Tiana prepared breakfast for her and left a note outside. "I got home late yesterday and didn't want to wake you up. Let's have another girls' night out tonight."Sage replied to Tiana's note via WhatsApp. After breakfast, she went to work. When she arrived at the office, Giselle was already there with her nose buried in the project documents. When she spotted Sage, she greeted her and asked, "Aren't we supposed to deliver the investment proposal to CureX P
After dropping Giselle off at Farsight, Sage was about to head home when she received a call from Priscilla. "Sage, do you have time to grab a bite? There's something I need to talk to you about."Sage recalled how Priscilla had told her she was going to see Benjamin the night before, so she agreed. "Yeah. Where would you like to meet up? I'll head over right away."Priscilla had reserved a table at a quiet private restaurant. She had arrived by the time Sage drove there. After placing their orders, the girls started sipping on some wine. "What did Benjamin tell you today, Priscilla? Does it concern me?" Sage cut to the chase.Priscilla nodded. "It does." She then went on to tell her that Benjamin had actually been incited by someone to kidnap her last time. As soon as she heard that, Sage frowned. "Was it Ivy?"Priscilla's eyes widened in surprise as she looked at Sage. "How'd you know?"So it was her! Sage said through gritted teeth, "Apart from her, I can't think of anyon
Two days later, a scandal involving Shekdotter Incorporated's CEO, Ronald Shekdotter, made headlines in the media. Under the guise of entertaining clients, he got a female subordinate at his company drunk and attempted to force himself on her while sending her home.Caught in the act by the girl's boyfriend, Ronald panicked and leaped off the second floor, fracturing his legs. His subordinate's boyfriend then chased him downstairs and beat him up severely. The incident was captured on video by several onlookers, who promptly posted it online. This salacious scandal quickly went viral, sparked widespread condemnation, and was shared among netizens.A netizen recognized Ronald and took to the comments section, saying he was a widower who could easily find a girlfriend. However, he chose to portray himself as a devoted husband who was deeply in love with his deceased wife. Moreover, he frequently harassed married female subordinates. The commenter speculated that he must have
Dodging Ivy's outstretched hand, Ian frowned. He turned to Wanda and said, "Tell security that from now on, outsiders aren't allowed to enter Solaris Estate without my permission."Wanda hurriedly nodded. "Understood, Mr. Holcomb."As soon as she heard that, Ivy froze. "What's the meaning of this, Ian? When did I become an outsider? First, you forbade me from entering your office without your permission. Now, I can't even come to your house?"Sensing the tension between them, Wanda hastily said, "I'll be on my way, Mr. Holcomb."After Wanda left, Ian walked into the living room and asked impatiently, "What do you want? If it's about the investigation you asked me to do last time, don't bother asking again. I'm under no obligation to help you find the truth."Tears welled up in her eyes when she heard that. "Why are you being so cruel to me, Ian? What have I done wrong? It's not my fault you and Sage divorced!" He sat down on the couch and looked even more impatient. "I'm sure yo
Ian just looked at Ivy impassively. He didn't reach out to take the folder. Ivy unsealed the folder and placed it in front of Ian. "Ian, I figured you wouldn't help me, so I found a friend to do it. Turns out, several of Shekdotter Incorporated's business deals were sabotaged by Giselle's brother, Marcus Rosethorn's, men."Ivy went on to say that she hadn't crossed the Rosethorns before and that Marcus agreed to help Sage deal with her family to make up for the fact that Giselle's housekeeper had drugged her."Ian, I have no idea why Sage doesn't hold a grudge against the real culprit and is instead targeting me—""Are you sure you have no idea?" Ian cut her off coldly.Ivy looked at him in confusion. "Ian, do you know what's going on?"Ian interlocked his fingers and responded impassively. "Delilah Stromberg has been following your orders all along. You had her and her father set up a deal with the Joyners and falsely accuse Maven Corporation of tax fraud. Delilah confessed eve
Ian said calmly, "I just got back from a business trip and came by to check on Sage."Giselle didn't ask more questions. She explained to Sage, "I just saw Selena over there. I went to her and clarified that this was my idea. Selena said it was okay."Seeing Selena's calm and relaxed demeanor, Sage didn't have the energy to pretend to be friendly with her.She said to Giselle, "I'm going back to the ward," and then headed to the elevator.Ian was at her heels. "Sage, if you're too tired, just lean on me."Sage stayed silent and didn't respond to Ian, just staring blankly at the numbers on the elevator panel.In the hospital room, Tiana had been waiting for Sage for a while.Seeing Ian, Tiana was equally surprised and asked, "What are you doing at the hospital? Weren't you on a business trip away from town?"Ian succinctly said, "I came back once the task was done."Tiana looked at Sage. "How did it go?"Sage nodded numbly. "Pretty good."Tiana could tell from Sage's expressi
Sage paused slightly in her steps and turned to look at Shane. Her voice was slightly hoarse as she asked, "Is there anything else?"Shane felt an indescribable discomfort as he watched Sage's unsteady appearance.But he didn't know why he had to call out to Sage, especially since he didn't remember anything about her."Since you say we are good friends, and I got hurt because of you, why can't you visit me more often?" Shane questioned, finding a reason.“Sorry, she won't be available.”As soon as Shane finished speaking, the door to the hospital room was suddenly pushed open.Sage turned her head and saw Ian's tall, upright figure.He was wearing a custom-tailored black suit, looking like he had rushed over from somewhere, carrying an air of exhaustion.Ian had been on a business trip for the past two days. Why did he suddenly show up now?Sage glanced toward the doorway but didn't see any signs of Giselle.Sage had a faint guess about who was behind this. She gave a self-d
Shane's thought process was quite logical.Sage calmly replied, "You were worried that she was only momentarily taking a step back, so you couldn't fully trust her and wanted to observe for a while."Shane also mentioned that when Sage came to the hospital room two days ago, the way she spoke to him was very familiar. It wasn't like how typical business partners would interact.Sage admitted that they were not just business partners but had become good friends through their interactions."But I wouldn't take a good friend to my mother's grave," Shane suddenly said.Sage was taken aback upon hearing this. Had Giselle told Shane about this, too?Seeing Shane looking at her, Sage calmed herself. "You were deceiving Giselle."It's not just this, but also some of our daily interactions. You embellished the details and even went out of your way to act nice to me in front of her."Shane indeed did that before. Sage wasn't at all diffident to talk about it.Shane could see it, too. "S
Taking a deep breath, Sage knocked on the hospital room door.Giselle walked over, glanced down the hallway, and asked with a puzzled expression, "What took you so long? Where did you go?"Sage forced a smile. "There were a lot of people waiting for the elevator."Giselle saw how broken and fragile Sage looked. Thinking she was worried about meeting Shane alone, she couldn't help but gently pat her on the shoulder."It's okay. Take your time talking with Shane. If Selena returns, I'll tell her that everything was my idea."Sage didn't have the energy to explain further to Giselle. She simply said thank you and then walked into the hospital room.Shane sat upright at the head of his bed, dressed in a hospital gown, with bandages still on his head.His handsome face looked a bit thinner than before. Under the hospital room's lighting, he had the delicate appearance of a frail young nobleman.Shane was also quietly observing Sage as she walked over.She had a slender and delicate
Selena nodded. "It's understandable, Ms. Joyner. However, before you go to see Shane, could you take a moment to hear me out?"Sage was aware that Selena had been deliberately waiting for her.Sage sent a message to Giselle saying she would be a few minutes late, and then followed Selena to the stairwell beyond the emergency exit.The stairwell was brightly lit, with gleaming floors and an overall quietness that inexplicably added a sense of oppression.Sage asked, "Ms. Morrison, what do you want to talk to me about?"As soon as she finished speaking, Selena suddenly knelt down in front of her."Ms. Morrison, what are you doing?"Sage hurriedly went to help Selena, but the injuries on her back hadn’t fully healed yet. The movement caused her wounds to hurt, and she winced in pain, furrowing her brow."Ms. Joyner, please don't help me up. Let me finish speaking."Selena's face showed determination, and her almond-shaped eyes, similar to Shane's, had a hint of tears."I know Sh
Since Giselle already knew, Sage didn't deny it. She asked directly, "So what do you think? Are you planning to go abroad with Shane?""Do you even need to ask? Of course I'm not going!"Giselle was somewhat annoyed. "Nothing's going on between Shane and me! Why would they suddenly want me to go abroad with him?""But your brother thinks this is a good opportunity for Shane to develop feelings for you," Tiana said.Sage also shared Marcus' analysis with Giselle. "Your brother hopes that you and Shane will end up together in the end. If you still have some feelings for Shane, this could be a good opportunity.""I couldn't care less about such an opportunity!" Giselle said. "No matter how much I liked Shane, that's all in the past now."I'm not a martyr. I would never degrade myself just to win a man's affection. Besides, even if I gave him everything, what I might get in return could be resentment, not love.""Giselle, you are truly wise and perceptive!" Tiana couldn't help but s
"However, Elle has become more thoughtful and no longer acts willfully now. I believe that Shane will change his opinion of her."With them spending so much time together, there's a high chance that Shane will develop feelings for Elle."Sage fell silent. People were naturally fragile when they were alone and were easily moved by the care and warmth shown by others, especially considering they would be in a foreign country.Therefore, it seemed highly likely that what Marcus mentioned could happen."Even though my parents agreed to dissolve Elle's engagement, they are quite satisfied with Shane. They watched Shane grow up and know him well."If our two families could be united through marriage, it would be a joyous occasion for everyone."Ms. Joyner, I know that Shane likes you, but he has currently forgotten you. You also understand that it is very difficult for the two of you to be together."Even if Elle didn't accompany him for the treatment abroad, Mr. Morrison Senior would
Marcus put down the gift he was holding and said tactfully, "I've heard about your situation from Elle. I just visited Shane, and I thought I'd drop by to see you as well."Sage thanked Marcus and invited him to sit down. Then, unable to hold back, Sage asked, "How is Shane doing? Is he okay?"Because Shane didn't remember her, and the Morrison family wouldn't allow her to visit, Sage hadn't been able to see Shane in person for the past couple of days.Marcus said, "He's doing okay, more or less. He has multiple injuries, and his hand and leg are not very functional. On top of that, he frequently gets headaches, and his mood is quite unstable.""He probably remembered you, right?" Sage asked intentionally.She could definitely guess that Shane remembered Marcus. However, she wanted to know if Shane still harbored the same hostility toward Marcus.Instead of asking directly because it didn't seem appropriate, she decided to ask a different question instead.Marcus knew what Sage
George acknowledged her with a slight nod, while Simon asked bluntly, "What are you here for?""I heard Shane has woken up and came to check on him," Sage said honestly.Simon's tone was stern as he said, "Ms. Joyner, you should be aware of the current situation with Shane.""We won't hold what happened between you and Shane against you anymore, but we hope you'll stop bothering him in the future and completely cut ties with him."Before Sage could speak, Giselle's voice rang out. "Mr. George, Simon!"Seeing Giselle, Simon's attitude softened a bit.George also had a kind smile on his face. "Have you come to see Shane, Elle?"You see, even though Shane has forgotten so many things, he remembers everything about you very clearly. That shows he still cares about you," joked George.Giselle glanced at Sage and replied with a hint of playfulness, "Mr. George, you really shouldn't joke with me like this."Shane hasn't completely lost his memory, so it's perfectly normal for him to