The two grandmothers would be glad to see the married couple reconciled.But elderly people were more conservative. Cassandra believed that things should be taken one step at a time. She did not expect that Xander and Abigail slept together so soon."Y-You guys do your things. I'll call again later tonight." Cassandra gave two faint coughs. She then hurriedly ended the video call.Then, she excitedly called Margaret over. "Margaret, I have good news for you."Margaret was doing yoga. She stopped her yoga when she heard Cassandra call her over. She then quickly walked to her and asked, "What good news?"Cassandra smiled as she answered, "Latest by this time next year, we'll have a great-grandchild."Margaret pursed her lips as she said, "Great-grandchild? They haven't even reconciled yet. How can we have a great-grandchild? Anyway, I only want the great-grandchild they have together. I won't acknowledge the child that someone else gives birth to."Cassandra said, "Of course it's
A buzzing sound.In the ward, Abigail's WhatsApp chat interface was interrupted by her grandmother's call.She immediately accepted it. She said, "Grandma, Happy New Year's Day!"Cassandra happily replied, "Happy New Year's Day!"Abigail could feel that her grandmother's mood today was quite good just by listening to her voice. She asked, "Grandma, did something good happen today?"Cassandra answered, "Not really. I just called you to tell you that I'll support any decision that you make."Abigail said, "Grandma, why did you suddenly say that?""I saw it when I video-called you this afternoon. If you really want to be with Nathan, I won't disagree. You don't have to hide this from me. Anyway, I'll support every decision you make." Cassandra thought, 'The kid is shy to say it. So, I'll break the ice as the elder.'She just wanted to tell Abigail that whether she decided to get a divorce or stay in the marriage, she should do it without hesitation and worries.Abigail thought, '
Dr. Sander could not help but feel impressed by Xander's foresight. He had anticipated that Emma's situation would be the most concerning issue for Abigail when she woke up. So, he was already prepared for that in advance.As long as Abigail wanted to bring Emma to leave, they could leave anytime.Abigail would not want Emma to wait any longer too if they could leave immediately as every second of waiting was a torment for Emma. Abigail said, "Okay. We'll go back to Parkview to get the luggage before we leave for the airport."Dr. Sander said, "We've already had someone to pack your luggage. Your luggage is on its way to the airport now."'Dr. Sander is so thoughtful,' Abigail thought before gratefully saying, "Thank you, Dr. Sander!"Dr. Sander smiled as she responded, "Xander did all that. If you want to thank someone, thank him."Abigail was speechless.She thought, 'It's Xander again!'I'm not even sure if I can bring Emma away without his help this time. I should thank him
"Do you really think Ron won't find Emma after you leave Valtara with her?" Xander knew Ron cared about Emma. That was why he let Emma leave. But Abigail did not know about that.Abigail had a bad feeling as she asked, "Mr. Zane, what do you mean?"Xander continued saying, "I was the one who took her away this time. Ron was willing to do me a favor. But you should know what kind of a person he is. If you don't, you can ask Emma. You ask her if she wants to stay at The HC Residences. And give me the answer afterward."Abigail had heard many rumors about Ron. The most important one was that he was vengeful.If Ron temporarily let Emma go for Xander's sake, it was possible that he would take her back anytime if she was no longer under Xander's protection.Emma almost killed herself just to escape from Ron. Abigail could not bear to watch Ron take Emma back to Valtara.If Emma was to live permanently in Florivera, Xander was indeed the best and most reliable anchor. Moreover, he was
The issue that Xander was worried about happened as soon as they arrived at the airport in Florivera.Abigail told Felix she would be back in Florivera today and that she would bring a female friend along with her. So, he drove to the airport to pick them up.When Abigail walked out of the airport, not only did Felix give her a hug, but he also even naturally took her luggage. They were so close as if they were an old couple that had been married for many years.And Felix did all that right in front of Xander!Felix even said to Abigail in front of Xander, "Mel immediately booked a table of good alcohol and nice dishes at The Deli when she heard that you're bringing a friend back. We must get drunk tonight.""Mel knows me well." Abigail immediately introduced Emma to him, "Emma, this is my best friend, Felix. Fee, this is Emma. You must treat her like you treat Mel and I."Felix patted his chest as he said, "Your friend is my friend. Emma, now that you're in Florivera, I'll prote
"Tomorrow it is then." With Abigail's busy work schedule, they had to postpone their plan to buy a residential property. However, Abigail decided to swiftly make a purchase during New Year holiday.She wanted to bring her grandmother back to live with her after she bought a place to completely put an end to Nathan's thoughts.Felix said, "Okay. I'll tell Mel later."...Over an hour later, they arrived at The HC Residences.Xander had a few condominiums there. All of them were whole-floor luxury condominium units with three-hundred-and-sixty-degree panoramic balconies.He usually stayed in the unit on the twenty-sixth floor. The unit on the twenty-seventh floor was always unoccupied. Only Abigail had stayed there once.Abigail remembered when she stayed at the unit back then, it had a minimalist design. Now, there were some decorations there making it look cozier.There was one master bedroom and two guest rooms. Abigail and Emma naturally chose to stay in the guest rooms.Dr.
There were rumors that Xander always kept himself away from women. Abigail had worked alongside him for around seven to eight months. But she had never seen him be intimate with his wife. Arguably, he lived a more ascetic life than a monk.Abigail thought, 'Frankly, there may be a problem with him. That's why he doesn't dare to be close to women.'Felix said, "Caterpie, I tell you, men with this kind of issue are very sick in private. You have to be careful when you stay at his condo."Abigail responded, "You can say he has some issues. But you can't question his character.""Ahem, Abigail, Mr. Zane had someone prepare dinner. He wants to invite you and Mr. Thompson to join him."They were already frightened when they suddenly heard Dr. Sander's voice come from behind them. When Abigail turned her head around and saw Xander, she was so scared that she had goosebumps.Abigail thought, 'How long has he been here?'Did he overhear my conversation with Felix?'If he knows I talk ab
Not only did Abigail not snatch his cigarette, but she did not even raise her head to look at him.Xander was speechless.He thought, 'Is it possible that Abigail didn't see me about to smoke?'He then vigorously pressed the lighter several times making a few clicking sounds. He finally managed to catch Abigail's attention.Xander leaned forward slightly to make it easier for Abigail to take the cigarette away from his hand...But Abigail gave him Felix's lighter with her hands instead. She said, "Mr. Zane, your lighter isn't working. Use this."He thought to himself again, 'She was so worried when Felix wanted to smoke. But when I wanted to smoke, she actually gave me a lighter instead of stopping me.'I have to wonder if she's trying to kill me sooner so that she can marry another man?!'Xander looked at the lighter in front of him. His face darkened slightly as he asked, "Did I ask you for a lighter?"Abigail was at a loss for words.She thought, 'His lighter wasn't functi