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Outside the office, Abigail heard noises coming from inside. First, it was a member of the property management staff. "We have checked the surveillance videos at all three exits, and the child hasn't left the complex. We're starting the search for him immediately."A woman replied, her voice quivering, "Please, can we get more people to help search? I can't bear it if anything happens to my son—"Before she could finish, a man angrily interrupted, "Pretending to care now? Where were you earlier? How could you leave a child that young alone?"The woman, tears streaming down her face, spoke through her sobs, "I put him to bed before going downstairs to buy some things. I came back as soon as I could. How was I supposed to know he wouldn't be there? He usually sleeps for hours. I didn't know—"The man yelled angrily, "You didn't know, you didn't know. Is that all you can say?"The property management staff, fearing the man might hurt the woman, quickly intervened. "Sir, your wife cer
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"Give me back my son. What right do you have to take him away?" The woman lunged forward, but she was too weak to block him.The little boy started crying loudly. "Mama! I want Mama!"The man said, "Don't cry for that useless mother."The property management staff did not want to interfere in the family matter, but they all disapproved of the man's actions. Xander blocked the man's path. Before seeing clearly who it was, the man spoke rudely."Move!"Xander said, "Give the child back to the woman."His voice was calm but commanding, which made the man step back. "This is our family business. What's it to you? What's an outsider doing here?"When the property management staff saw someone intervene, they decided to help as well. "Sir, it's really hard for your wife to take care of the child alone. Please be understanding."The man glanced at Xander and then at the property management staff trying to persuade him. Suddenly, he exploded, "I'm out there busting my ass to make money,
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Xander thought, 'If she's this fascinated by someone else's kid, she might forget all about me if we have our own. I don't want that to happen. Not at all.'Abigail nodded enthusiastically. "I'd love that! Let's have two kids, a boy and a girl. Sounds good?"Trying to divert the conversation, Xander said, "Abigail."Sensing his change in tone, she responded, "Hmm?"Xander continued, "That little boy was adorable, yes. But consider what his mother endured. She sacrificed her career for him, and now she's trapped with a man who shows no consideration for her. Why would anyone want to have a child with a person like that?"Abigail understood his concerns and said, "But you're not that kind of person."Xander replied, "I just don't want you to suffer after having children."Abigail said, "Being a stay-at-home mom is sometimes harder than having a job outside the home. People who work outside get breaks, but moms are always working, all day and all night. And because of what people t
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Xander said, "I have no idea."Abigail whispered something in his ear, causing Xander's face to change. "You're not allowed to watch those kinds of videos anymore."Abigail smiled. "Everyone watches it secretly. Are you saying you've never seen any?"Xander replied with a serious face, "I'm not interested in those videos."Abigail's face showed disbelief. "Really, Mr. Zane? I thought all guys were interested in those videos."Abigail could not believe Xander had never seen those kinds of videos. She recalled watching them for the first time during her sophomore year in university. Over a weekend, a roommate hinted she had something interesting to share. So, the girls gathered and started watching, feeling their hearts race. Initially, they were hesitant, murmuring that they should not be watching this stuff. But no one left. They all squeezed onto a bottom bunk and watched the whole video. When it was over, faces were flushed, and words seemed to fail them. Melody, always the dari
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Abigail was speechless.She thought, 'Ah... I know he never had a girlfriend and didn't sleep with any other women. But I just wanted to force him to admit that he's no different from me. I thought he surely had watched those kinds of videos.'But surprisingly, he's indeed different. He was already busy making money every day even during his school days, unlike us losers.'Xander smiled as he said, "You seem quite disappointed that I've never watched that kind of video."Abigail replied, "It makes me seem so ordinary."Xander said, "I've done some pretty ordinary things too."Abigail asked, "Like what? Tell me."Xander replied, "I once threw a coin into a wishing well to make a wish."Abigail asked, "What did you wish for?""I wished for my dad and mom to love me," Xander said as he smiled. However, the warmth in his eyes had vanished and been replaced by a terrifying iciness."It's all right. They don't love you, but you still have your grandmother and Essy. And now, you hav
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Xander did not really have any female friends. And Abigail had never heard him praise any female acquaintances. Yet, he spoke so highly of Samantha.At this moment, not only was Abigail jealous, but a frightening grudge grew in her heart too.She was terrified of herself. She did not expect herself to feel so jealous.When Xander heard her suggesting to him to marry someone else, he was initially angry. But after he realized what she really meant, he burst into laughter. "Are you jealous?"Abigail said directly, "Yes. I'm jealous. I'm your wife. How can I not be jealous when you compliment another woman's beauty and intelligence in front of me?"Xander found Abigail extremely adorable when she was jealous. He had the urge to playfully nibble her.Xander then acted on his thought and gently nibbled her. He then said, "I said she was smart, but I didn't say she was pretty. In my eyes and heart, you're the only person who's beautiful."Abigail responded, "Hmph. Don't think you can
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Xander thought Abigail wanted a child so badly because of her deceased grandmother.He never expected that she was doing it for his grandmother. She always managed to give him the biggest surprise in these small matters.Xander began, "Abigail..."Abigail said, "I know you're going to say that I should live for myself, and not fulfill other people's wishes. But they aren't any other people. They're my family, the people who love me. And most importantly, I want a child too."Xander finally compromised. "If you want it, then we'll have a child."Abigail smiled sweetly at him. "Let's have two; a girl and a boy. The girl will be like me, and the boy will be like you."Xander replied, "Sure."Abigail said, "Whether it's a boy or a girl, we need to love them equally. We must be fair parents. And we absolutely can't show favoritism to either of them."Xander responded, "Okay."Abigail said, "Grandma previously already helped us come up with nicknames for the children. Now, we need t
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Xander enunciated every word in his deep voice. Every word was extremely powerful. His words touched Abigail's heart.She was willing to be completely open to him. She believed him that they could grow old together.Abigail said, "Me too!"Xander responded, "Huh?"Abigail said, "Other than you, I want no one else. I only want you."These words were the sweetest Xander had ever heard in his life. Her words touched him deeply."Abigail..." He called her name and kissed her on the lips again.The night was still very young for them....The next day, late in the morning, Abigail moved her weak body slightly. She could then immediately feel her waist being held tightly.She then heard a man's sexy, pleasant voice. "You're awake!"Abigail lifted her eyes and met a pair of affectionate eyes.When Xander looked at Abigail, his gaze was filled with sincere affection, but also a strong sense of possessiveness.Abigail subconsciously tried to avoid his gaze. As soon as she moved, Xa
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
