Share

Chapter 1549

Author: Bello Rivera
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56
Stella firmly held Lucas's hand which was touching her. "I haven't finished stating my conditions, why are you in such a hurry?"

Lucas was extremely impatient. "Stella, can we talk about this after we finish making a baby?"

Stella looked unhappy. "Lucas White!"

Lucas immediately behaved himself upon hearing that. "Okay, speak. I'm listening."

Stella said, "I've already made it clear just now. I only want the child, not you. Even if we meet outside in the future, we have to pretend not to know each other. If you dare to acknowledge me without my consent, I'll make sure you never see me again."

Lucas remained silent.

He thought, 'What did Abigail teach Stella? How could Stella propose such harsh conditions? Her conditions will prevent me from reconciling with her. But other than agreeing, I have no other choice.'

Lucas nodded. "Stella, you should spend less time with Abigail."

Stella raised an eyebrow. "You're no one to me. Who I spend time with has nothing to do with you."

Luca
Locked Chapter
Continue to read this book on the APP

Related chapters

  • Abigail's Absent Husband Is A CEO   Chapter 1550

    Stella kicked Lucas again. "Leave now. It's going to be dawn in an hour. If my parents wake up and see you, you can forget about being on my bed again."Lucas thought, 'I can't ruin my future for a moment of greed.'Lucas reluctantly got up and dressed."Hurry up and leave, don't dawdle," Stella said before thinking, 'I never knew he could be so dawdling.'Lucas turned his head to look at Stella as he walked away and found her gaze resembled that of a resentful woman. He said, "Stella..."Stella responded, "Get lost!"Lucas was speechless. 'When a woman turns cold-hearted, a man becomes so unimportant.'Lucas then reluctantly left the Dawson's house. After leaving Willowbrook, he felt so exhilarated that he even wanted to sing.He did not mind that he did not get to stay overnight with Stella. He believed being able to get into her bed and share intimate moments for such a long time was a big improvement in his pursuit of her.He did not have to spend the night in his van anym

  • Abigail's Absent Husband Is A CEO   Chapter 1551

    After some time, Nathan texted in the group chat again: [Abigail is just too outstanding. Not only is she good-looking, but she's also making a lot of money. Recently, her studio's animation series is flourishing, and she's earned a lot. But I haven't been able to help with anything.]Alwyn replied: [I can't help but think you're showing off how amazing your wife is.]Ron responded: [I really want to punch someone!]Lucas texted: [I can understand how Nathan feels.]Alwyn replied: [Please elaborate.]Lucas explained: [When Nathan and Abigail just got married, she'd just graduated and was a junior employee stepping into the workforce. At that time, she was simple and naive, with not much to her name. On the other hand, Nathan controlled Zane Corporation, a dominant company internationally. There was a substantial difference in their social statuses.[Now, Nathan has his Hart Corporation and is still the world's richest person. However, Abigail is no longer the same as before.[Sh

  • Abigail's Absent Husband Is A CEO   Chapter 1552

    Actually, Abigail understood the concerns Nathan had. She thought, 'He was abandoned by his parents since he was a kid. He does need a lifetime to heal from the trauma he suffered during his childhood.'Even though he's become so strong and powerful now, this childhood trauma is still haunting him and bothering him.'Abigail snuggled into Nathan's arms and gently rubbed against him. "Hubby, do you know how I got through those months when we were apart?"Nathan responded, "I'm sorry..."Abigail raised her hand to gently press his sexy lips. "No apologies!"Nathan said, "But—"Abigail interrupted him, saying, "Listen to me now. Yes, you're right; I can earn money on my own. If I hadn't met you, I could still live a good life on my own."But I met you, and you've become very important to me. Without you, it's like a part of my heart is dug out. Do you know what I mean?"Nathan replied, "Abigail..."Abigail responded, "I can't be without you. Pax can't be without his father. We're

  • Abigail's Absent Husband Is A CEO   Chapter 1553

    Since Nathan had decided to meet with Jane, he thought the sooner they met the better. He wanted to quickly deal with these messy matters so that his family could celebrate New Year peacefully.He raised his hand to check the time on his watch. He had no other things to do today, so he decided to meet Jane today.He knew he could not bring Pax with him if he wanted to meet with the heartless Jane, so he said, "Susanna, I'll have to trouble you and Grandma to take care of Pax today then.""Really? Nathan, are you really leaving Pax at home for us to take care of?" Susanna was extremely happy after hearing what Nathan said.She was afraid Nathan would change his mind, so she immediately turned around and ran downstairs. "You and Abigail take your time to get ready and come down to eat. I'll go and tell Old Madam about this now. If she knows, she'll definitely be overjoyed."Nathan said, "Run slowly; don't fall."Susanna was already out of Nathan's sight when she replied, "Don't wor

  • Abigail's Absent Husband Is A CEO   Chapter 1554

    ...After finishing breakfast, Abigail originally planned to meet Felix and Melody.This year, both of them were not going back to North Florivera for New Year. Instead, they were having their parents come to Florivera to celebrate New Year and see the new apartments they bought, and also to attend Melody and Raymond's wedding after New Year.Their flight arrived at noon, and Abigail wanted to have lunch and catch up with them.However, she had now decided to accompany Nathan to meet Jane, so she could only have dinner with Melody's and Felix's family at night.When Nathan heard that Abigail wanted to accompany him to meet Jane, he immediately objected. "Aren't you supposed to have lunch with Melody's and Felix's parents?"Abigail replied, "I can have dinner with them. I'll accompany you before that."Nathan smiled. "Are you worried about me?"Abigail openly admitted, "Yes."Nathan responded, "Jane can't do anything to me. Don't worry."Abigail insisted, "I don't care. Anyway

  • Abigail's Absent Husband Is A CEO   Chapter 1555

    Jane was putting on a show, but Nathan did not buy it at all.He held Abigail's hand and said without sparing a glance at Jane, "Let's go."Abigail gently pulled Nathan's shirt and whispered, "Since we're here, we should deal with this matter before leaving so that she won't bother us again."Nathan took Abigail's advice, stopped, and turned his head to look at Jane coldly. "Remember, you're the one who kept insisting on seeing me, not the other way around.""Yes, yes, it was me who insisted on seeing you. After all, you're my son," Jane smoothly responded, making it seem like they were just an ordinary mother and son. "It's always been parents who owe their children, not the other way around."However, Nathan did not spare Jane's feelings. "Stop talking this kind of nonsense with me. You should know better than I do about the true nature of our relationship. If you have something to say to me, be quick. I don't want to waste even a minute on you.""It's just that I haven't seen

  • Abigail's Absent Husband Is A CEO   Chapter 1556

    Abigail chuckled. "I still remember when you came to me, telling me to get out of Florivera. You haven't forgotten that, have you?"Jane responded, "Oh, that was just a misunderstanding. At that time, I didn't know you were Xander's wife. I was afraid you'd snatch him away and cause him and his wife to divorce. Later, when I found out you, a beautiful and capable woman, were his wife, I was so happy."Abigail thought, 'When someone has no shame, they'll indeed say all kinds of shameless things. Just like Jane, who once threatened me, and yet, she can still say such hypocritical things shamelessly now.'Abigail wanted to expose Jane's hypocrisy directly, just like Nathan did. However, she decided against it because she was curious about what Jane was really up to.She looked at Jane. "You've sent Nathan away. So, just say whatever you want to say to me. If you keep beating around the bush, you'll have no chance to say it if Nathan loses his patience."Jane knew that Abigail was not

  • Abigail's Absent Husband Is A CEO   Chapter 1557

    Abigail thought, 'If Nathan hadn't pulled through during that period, he wouldn't be alive right now.'Jane said, "I admitted my mistakes from the past. Why are you still holding onto it? Let me say it again, no matter what, I'm the one who gave Xander life."Abigail believed a mother should be responsible for her child, not neglect them and allow them to suffer.The more Abigail thought about it, the angrier she became. "Some parents simply don't deserve to be parents. Trash parents like you see children as your possessions. You think you can control everything about your children just because you give birth to them. You treat them as if they were disposable objects rather than living beings, even hurting them."Parents like you don't realize that a child isn't your possession. Children aren't objects, they're independent, living beings. A child's life belongs to the child, and no one has the right to control them."Jane replied, "What are you talking about? How could he be my po

Latest chapter

  • Abigail's Absent Husband Is A CEO   Chapter 1738

    Emma turned and dashed into the bathroom. She cranked the faucet on and splashed water on her face, aiming to soothe her nerves.Although they were engaged, they were still too young, with countless uncertainties looming over their future. The possibility of actually walking down the aisle was up in the air.Decisions made in a rush of happiness could eventually become sources of regret. And Emma knew all too well that she couldn't afford any regrets.She thought that fortunately, Ron hadn't pushed things further, which gave her time to cool off.After freshening up, Emma stepped out to find Ron on the balcony, a cigarette in hand.She couldn't resist chiding him, "I've told you to cut down on smoking. Why can't you seem to remember?"This time, Ron complied, snuffing out the cigarette. "We should get some sleep. We've got to put our best foot forward when we meet your family tomorrow.""Okay, I'll sleep on the couch. You take the bed," Emma responded.Ron simply replied, "As y

  • Abigail's Absent Husband Is A CEO   Chapter 1737

    Ron looked at her dawdling pace with disdain. "If you, a lady, can handle it, why can't I, a grown man, stay?"His words sounded noble, but Ron regretted them the moment they arrived at the hotel.Despite now earning a decent income, Emma was still reluctant to spend money.This place was hardly a hotel; it was clearly a budget inn charging only a few dozen bucks a night. The hygiene was questionable at best, and safety seemed like a gamble.Ron turned on his heel, dragging her suitcase behind him. "We're leaving, now.""It's too late, and we can't get a refund for the room.""Are you trying to get us killed?"Emma fell silent, her thoughts a whirlwind of frustration. 'I told him he wouldn't be used to cheap places. He insisted on coming with me, and now he won't even let me stay here alone. Why is he so annoying?'However, considering Ron had rushed over in the middle of the night to help her, Emma decided not to hold it against him.Ron picked the best hotel in the area—the

  • Abigail's Absent Husband Is A CEO   Chapter 1736

    Rebekah glanced over at Ron; she exchanged a knowing look with him before saying, "I'll have someone tidy up the rooms. Why don't you two stay here tonight and keep me company?"Ron replied simply, "Sure."Emma had purchased a midnight flight back to South Florivera, necessitating a rush to the airport, which made staying over after dinner impossible.Yet, she found herself at a loss for words, struggling to decline Rebekah's kind offer.As she hesitated, Ron stepped in to clear the air. "Mom, I've got something on tonight. After dinner, I'll drive Emma back to her dorm."Rebekah raised an eyebrow. "What's so important?" she wondered aloud, thinking, 'Wasn't he the one insisting Emma stay over? What's he up to now?'Ron kept it mysterious. "Life stuff."Rebekah could not help but chide him lightly, "You, always the joker."Right after dinner, Ron insisted on leaving to take Emma back to her dormitory. But as soon as they were out of the gated community, he asked, "So, you reall

  • Abigail's Absent Husband Is A CEO   Chapter 1735

    Ron chuckled. "I didn't know you were aware that even a cornered rat will fight."Emma shot him a glare. "Are we going or not?"Ron quickly said, "Of course. When Miss Blue commands, how can I dare not obey?"Fearing another of his notorious driving escapades, Emma hastily buckled her seatbelt as she settled into the car.Thankfully, this time Ron kept it smooth, driving steadily.As they neared their destination, Ron finally spoke up, "You know, that Tucker guy is a married man. Don't let his kindness fool you into being the other woman."Emma's gaze on Ron was fiery, seething with anger. "Do you even hear yourself? Is that what you think of me? For the last time: Tucker and I share nothing more than a mentor-mentee relationship. There's nothing else between us.""I'm just looking out for you, worried you might get deceived," Ron said, witnessing Emma's fury for the first time. Yet, he could not help but find her anger not at all intimidating, but rather endearingly foolish.R

  • Abigail's Absent Husband Is A CEO   Chapter 1734

    The two sisters had a pact: no cell phones at home to keep their secrets from the prying eyes of the Blue family. Thus, Emma could call only at prearranged times, the sole window for Rihanna to catch up.Rihanna's voice bubbled with excitement over the phone, as she chattered away about her life's minutiae.Knowing Rihanna was doing well eased Emma's mind.Just as Emma was about to end the call, she heard Rihanna's voice, soft and wistful. "You're really not coming home for the holidays? If you don't, I'll be all alone."Emma's heart clenched at those words, and she made up her mind in an instant. "I'll come back the day before New Year's Eve."The Blue family had their hands full with festivities that day, too busy to notice Rihanna's absence. Emma figured slipping back unnoticed then would be her best shot.After hanging up, Emma immediately booked a flight from Valtara to South Florivera. With her ticket secured and her last bit of work finished, Emma prepared to leave her off

  • Abigail's Absent Husband Is A CEO   Chapter 1733

    Emma had no interest in romance, let alone the audacity to dream that Ron might fancy her.This time, she did not pick up the thread of conversation.After dinner, Ron, as usual, drove Emma back to the university.Before parting, Ron said, "Winter break is almost upon us, and the dorms might be off-limits. Are you sure you don't want to stay at my place for a couple of months?"Emma offered a smile in response. "Thanks for the offer. I've spoken with the dorm supervisor and submitted an application in advance. I'll be able to stay over the holiday period."Ron paused before saying, "Well, if you need anything, just let me know. I'll text you my number in a bit; make sure you save it."Emma nodded. "Sure."Without further ado, Ron drove off.Upon returning to her dorm, Emma saw Evelyn and Cassie, busy packing their bags, surrounded by gifts for their parents bought from Valtara.Evelyn asked Emma, "Are you really not going home for the winter break?"Emma replied, "No, I won't

  • Abigail's Absent Husband Is A CEO   Chapter 1732

    Emma did not have the guts to risk failure because she did not have a safe haven to fall back on.Lucas kicked Ron in the shin. "Come on, if you fancy her, out with it. No Hagrid heir dithers like this."Ron glared at him. "Mind your own business." In his head, Emma was already his. The thought of losing her was unimaginable.Lucas said, "Without my meddling, she'd never be yours."Ron changed the subject. "I called you here for a serious discussion."Lucas replied, "No matter how serious, it can't outweigh the matter of your lifetime happiness."Ron was exasperated. "Lucas!"Lucas relented. "Alright, alright, you talk, I'm all ears."Ron spelled out Emma's music venture with Tucker. After hearing it all, Lucas could not help but see Emma in a new light."Never pegged Emma as such a dark horse," Lucas said.Silently listening to their conversation, Emma was thrilled to have her work recognized.Lucas said, "But, getting back to it, whether a song makes money, and how much, d

  • Abigail's Absent Husband Is A CEO   Chapter 1731

    Ron barked, "Lucas!"With a chuckle, Lucas responded, "Alright, alright, I'll stop teasing Emma. I'm starving. Let's grab some food and talk business while we eat."Ron snapped, "Get lost!"Lucas could not help but revel in Ron's frustration. "Ron, have you fallen so quickly? Who was it that told me they would never accept an arranged marriage?"Emma was increasingly confused by their banter. "If it's inconvenient for me to be here, I can just take a cab and leave."Ron said, "Call you dumb and you won't admit it!"Emma thought to herself, 'I didn't want to be a third wheel, cramping their style. Was that really so wrong? No good deed goes unpunished, apparently.'Suddenly, Ron grabbed Emma's hand and led her inside. "It's cold out; let's go inside."Emma had to quicken her pace, practically being dragged along.Seeing them together, Lucas laughed heartily from behind. "Ron, oh Ron, never thought I'd see the day.""Don't laugh too soon. Your day is coming," Ron shot back.Th

  • Abigail's Absent Husband Is A CEO   Chapter 1730

    Emma said, "Okay."Ron asked, "Have you won over your crush?"Lucas responded, "Secret."Ron replied, "Looks like you haven't won her over."Lucas said, "As long as I make a move, there's no girl I can't win over. But I haven't made a move yet because the timing isn't right."Ron asked, "Is it because of the Sandow family?"Lucas answered, "The Sandow family wants to marry their daughter to me, and my family wants me to marry her too. But I've told them long ago that I'm not willing to do that. Nobody can make me marry a girl I don't like."Emma remained silent. 'I didn't expect that Lucas would also have the same problem as me and Ron.'It seems like the wealthier the family, the more they'll arrange marriages based on social status without considering personal preferences.'Lucas seemed to sense Emma's thoughts. "Emma, my situation with the Sandow girl is different from yours and Ron's. Don't lump us together."Ron looked at Emma and suddenly said, "There isn't any other gi

DMCA.com Protection Status