But Tiana didn't want to hear it. "If that's all, I'm leaving.""Wait. There's more," Wilson said quickly. "The night I got drunk, I fell asleep in the car. Dr. Gates had the driver help me upstairs. I didn't know she stayed over.""She just sat by the bed all night. Nothing happened," Wilson explained.Tiana found it laughable. "Why are you explaining this to me? We're nothing to each other now. What happens between you and anyone else is none of my business."Wilson was momentarily taken aback but pushed on."Tiana, I know you don't want anyone to know about our past, so I haven't contacted you these past few days. I didn't want to cause you any trouble or gossip. But I felt you needed to know the truth."Wilson rarely spoke so much at once. He looked a bit desperate as if he was trying to mend things.Tiana scoffed. "Wilson, now that we're divorced, you're rushing to explain things. But when we were married, you never said anything, and you never cared if I misunderstood you.
Faced with his mother's displeasure, Wilson stayed silent. However, Lana tactfully suggested leaving."Mrs. Tate, it's getting late. I'll come see you again tomorrow.""You don't have to do that, Dr. Gates. I'll arrange for a caregiver for Mom," Wilson stated bluntly.Lana hesitated briefly and left the hospital room without a word.Wendy was very unhappy. "Wilson, what are you doing? What did Lana do to deserve this?"Wilson replied coldly, "Tiana took care of you day and night before. You never thanked her for anything.""What should I thank her for? Shouldn't a daughter-in-law take care of her sick mother-in-law?" Wendy sneered. "What are you holding in your hand?" With that, Wendy noticed the gift box in her son's hand and suddenly realized something."Did Tiana just come by? How come she only brought these two measly gifts? Does she think she can brush off what happened tonight without even facing us? Is she feeling guilty?"Wilson said, "I didn't let her in.""Why didn
"Dr. Gates, I appreciate your help the last time I was drunk, but we're just friends now. Please don't involve yourself in my family matters anymore. I'm afraid it might upset Tiana," Wilson stated directly.Though Lana felt uncomfortable, she still spoke up. "But you two—""We're divorced, but she's the only one I care about," Wilson affirmed firmly.Feeling embarrassed by Wilson's repeated rejection, Lana covered her mouth and left. Wilson didn't follow or pay her any attention. Instead, he sat wearily in the corridor.…When Tiana returned, Sage asked her about what had happened. Upon hearing Calvin's confession, Sage was delighted. "I knew he liked you! But why hasn't he made any moves lately? What's with all this focus on his career?"Tiana shared Calvin's words with Sage, and she was also moved by Calvin's actions. "He's really something. He even considered every little detail! Tiana, why not give him a chance? Even though he's Ian's best friend, he seems much more depe
Sage calmly replied, "Even if Ian took charge of this project himself, it wouldn't affect me. I've long since lost any feelings for him."Shane still felt uneasy. "Let's switch to another project. The renewable energy sector looks promising.""Renewable energy is fine, but why give up on CureX Pharmaceuticals?"Sage continued, "If, as you say, Ian only got involved because of me, what makes you think he wouldn't do the same with renewable energy? Are you going to give up every project to avoid him?"Shane said, "As long as I'm not giving you up, I don't care about the projects."Sage remarked, "I didn't expect you to be such a romantic, Shane."Shane leaned in closer. "So, Sage, you're admitting we're in a relationship?"Sage refused to entertain his nonsense. "Enough joking around. We can't drop the CureX project."Sage swiftly made a decision. "I'll have Giselle revise the contract and the proposal. We'll call a meeting with the investment team tomorrow."Even if it meant in
Sage started, "I—""Well said. Everyone, keep all of this here!" Shane said, clearly pleased. The staff all smiled and started showering compliments and praise on Shane. Sage wanted to explain, but she couldn't get a word in, so she gave up.Upon seeing this, Shane's smile grew even more dazzling and charming.Changing clothes, picking accessories, and getting hair and makeup done took a couple of hours. But at the end of it, Sage looked in the mirror and had to admit that the professionals had done a remarkable job highlighting all her best features.Shane, on the other hand, had changed into a white suit and slicked his hair back. What could have been a disaster for anyone else looked naturally elegant and striking on him.Once they were both ready, it was nearly time to leave. Shane's assistant carried several gifts and followed them to the parking lot.Owen's birthday party was set at a five-star hotel. The driver pulled up to the entrance. Soon, a doorman and valet came ov
The sudden pull made Sage let out a small cry. In the next second, she found herself in a broad embrace.The slightly familiar scent of cedar reached her nostrils. As she turned her head, she realized it was Ian.He must have just come from the elevator. His handsome face was slightly tense, and his dark eyes were coldly fixed on Shane."Who gave you permission to touch her?" Ian asked in a low voice.Shane's expression was equally unfriendly. "What does it have to do with you? And what right do you have to grab Sage?"Upon seeing the confrontation, Sage pulled herself away from Ian and stood beside Shane. Frowning at Ian, she asked, "What are you doing here?"Ian looked at Sage. Her makeup was flawless today, enhancing her already delicate beauty. She wore a white, form-fitting dress which was simple, yet exquisite. It perfectly accentuated her figure.The dress ended just above the knee, revealing her slender, fair legs. It made her look like an ethereal spirit.Standing next
"Not at all, Sage is very capable—""Grandpa." Ian couldn't bear to listen anymore. He called out to Donald and greeted Owen and his wife."Uncle Owen, happy birthday. Here's a small gift I prepared for you. Please accept it," Ian said as he handed a velvet box to Owen.Susan took it on behalf of Owen and opened it to reveal a fine snuffbox—a favorite of Owen's.Owen noticed and smiled. "Thank you, Ian. That's very thoughtful of you.""I knew you liked this, so when I saw it at the auction, I thought it would be perfect," Ian said with a faint smile."Sage, what gift did you prepare for your uncle?" Ian asked Sage.Sage gave Ian a less-than-pleased look. She was convinced Ian was doing this on purpose.Truth was, she had also prepared a snuffbox, but it was nothing compared to Ian's. She had picked it from a home store, so it was not as exquisite as Ian's.Now that his precious gift had been presented first, how could she possibly measure up?"We've prepared a rather large gi
Sage turned around and saw Zachary."Zack," said Sage with a smile.Zachary nodded and looked at Shane. "Is this your friend?" he asked."Yes. Meet Shane Morrison."Shane extended his hand and greeted Zachary. "Nice to meet you.""Nice to meet you too, Mr. Morrison," said Zachary politely.They made small talk for a moment before Owen approached Shane."Shane, you seem to know a lot about antiques. I have a friend over there who's a professional. Shall we go and talk to him?" asked Owen.Sage was worried that Shane would feel uncomfortable, so she tried to turn Owen down for him. "Uncle … ""Sure! As long as you don't think I'm annoying," said Shane with a smile. "Sage, I'm going to have a chat with them. I'll see you later."Shane nodded at Zachary cordially before walking off. Zachary watched him leave with Owen before saying, "Sage, you told me you would consider someone. Is Mr. Morrison the person you were talking about?"Sage could hear a tinge of bitterness in his vo