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On the second floor, Alex quietly cracked open the door just enough to peek out with one eye, looking downstairs. “It really is Uncle Zac!” Alex whispered excitedly. “What are they talking about? Uncle Richard looks so worked up. Are they interrogating Uncle Zac?” he added. “I don’t know,” Chase replied in an equally hushed tone. Alex pulled back slightly and tilted his head, trying to press his ear closer to the door to catch snippets of the conversation. “What does getting a marriage license mean?” Chase gave his younger brother a look of disbelief. For someone who constantly nagged about finding their mom a boyfriend, how could he not know this basic thing? In fairness, it wasn’t entirely Alex’s fault. The shows he watched mostly focused on couples falling in love, fighting, and making up—they never really got into the technicalities of marriage. Patiently, Chase explained, “It means two people in love register their marriage and become legally recognized as
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Alex peeked through the barely opened door, his little bottom wiggling as he tried to catch a better view. Seeing the adults heading toward the dining room, he closed the door and plopped down beside his brother.“So, now that Uncle-in-law Zac and Aunt Helen are married, does that mean we can go hang out with Uncle Justin all the time? Uncle Zac and Uncle Justin are good buddies, and Mom and Aunt Helen are besties. They’re a perfect match!” Alex’s excitement was palpable, and he had adjusted to calling Zac "Uncle-in-law" with surprising ease.Chase stayed silent, giving his overly enthusiastic little brother a side-eye. Justin was likely their biological father. How could Alex have met him so many times and not noticed anything unusual? Chase had started piecing things together after their visit to the hospital and meeting Mr. Yates Sr. Those encounters had raised suspicions. In the past couple of days, Chase had been digging through information online, and it seemed increasing
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Helen had completely forgotten about that. Quickly, she raised her hand as if taking an oath. “But don’t worry, sis. Zac promised me he wouldn’t say anything. I even threatened him. If he dares, I’ll disappear again, just to teach him a lesson!” “Yeah, right,” Richard scoffed, his face full of doubt. “Men’s promises are like fairy tales. You actually believe him? You’re already married. Where are you going to run to?” “Why are you so hostile toward him? Are you jealous that he’s got someone and you don’t?” Helen retorted, suddenly energized as she turned the tables on him. “Jealous? Of him? Me?” Richard sneered. “Do you think I can’t get a girlfriend?” “Then go get one already, you perpetual bachelor! Haha!” she taunted, sticking out her tongue at him. “Enough, Helen!” Haley’s sharp voice cut through their bickering. Haley sighed, a headache beginning to form. “It’s fine,” Wilfred interjected, offering a calming presence. “It’s only a matter of time before Zac c
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“Knock, knock.” The sound of knocking echoed through the room.Haley put down her phone and got up to open the door. “Wilfred?” Seeing it was Wilfred, she stepped aside to let him in. “There was something off about Justin at the funeral today,” Wilfred said, skipping any explanation for his presence at the event. Haley didn’t bother to ask. “He wasn’t just hostile toward me. He seemed unusually focused on everything I was doing. Has he been giving you trouble?” he asked, his concern evident. Haley sighed and gave a faint, helpless smile. “He misunderstood. He thinks you and I are together, and that we even have a child.” Since Wilfred had gone out of his way to ask, she decided not to keep it from him. Wilfred’s brows furrowed as his gaze sharpened. Justin was trying to get back into Haley’s life—that much was obvious. In this area, men understood each other all too well. “What are your thoughts?” he asked, his tone careful but firm. Truthfully, he didn’t wan
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Wilfred left early this morning.“He must be off to see that other woman!” Justin thought. He was sure of it. He was about to instruct William to follow when, out of the corner of his eye, he caught sight of Haley stepping out of her house. Justin quickly jumped out of the car and rushed to Haley, positioning himself directly in her path. He bent slightly, his tone pleading.“Haley, I was wrong! Please, don’t change your number, okay?”It had taken him so long to track down her contact information, and the thought of losing touch with her again was unbearable. Not even once—he couldn’t let it happen again.“I promise, I’ll cut down on the texts and calls. Just… promise me you won’t shut me out.”His tall frame now seemed slouched, defeated, as if he were anchoring himself there, unwilling to move until she agreed.Haley frowned, watching his odd behavior. Was he losing it? Had he seriously spent the night in his car, parked on the side of the road?She frowned, noticing his
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Haley eventually let Justin into the car—not because she wanted to, but because she was running late. Thankfully, RC Corporation’s headquarters was on the way to the art exhibition, so it didn’t require a detour. When the car stopped across from the building, Haley unlocked the doors and said coldly, “Get out.” “Do you want to come up for a bit? I still have…” He wanted to tell her about the traces of her that still lingered in his office. “Can you stop wasting time? I’m going to be late!” she interrupted, her impatience radiating from every word. “Oh… okay. Then I’ll head up,” Justin said hesitantly, looking like a scolded child. As he stepped out of the car, he turned back and added, “Thank you.”Haley closed the door without a word. Justin stood by the curb, watching her car like he was waiting for something.Haley noticed him lingering in her rearview mirror and slammed the gas, leaving him in a cloud of exhaust.As she drove, she rolled down the windows to air out t
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Someone joined in, “My kid’s the same—always stuck to her mom. If I don’t bring home snacks or toys, she acts like I don’t even exist. They say daughters are supposed to be daddy’s little girls, but mine’s more like a bodyguard for her mom.”The group erupted into laughter, and the conversation shifted to parenting. Those without kids switched to other topics, while Haley quietly moved to her exhibit area and got to work. Somehow, the discussion circled back to Justin. “I stayed until the end of the funeral yesterday, and I noticed the seat for the eldest grandson’s wife was empty. Isn’t there a rumor that Emma is his girlfriend? Why wasn’t she there?” “Probably because she’s still not officially accepted by the family. Word is she’s just a girlfriend for now.” “Wait, isn’t she supposed to be Justin’s college sweetheart? Didn’t she already meet his family ages ago? Why hasn’t she locked it down yet?” “Well, here’s the thing—I heard she went missing overseas for a few ye
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Haley heard the compliments from her colleagues, but she couldn’t muster even a hint of a smile. She had a sinking suspicion that this was Justin’s doing. “Haley, this one’s for you—a deluxe meal all to yourself! Your husband must really adore you!” One of them, clearly pleased with their perceptiveness, handed her the fanciest box with an enthusiastic grin, showering her with praises for her supposed husband. Haley sighed, her frustration evident. This only made her situation more complicated. There was no way she would escape this topic for the foreseeable future. Grabbing her phone and the meal box, she stepped away from the group, avoiding the communal lunch setting. “Why isn’t she eating with us?” someone asked, noticing her retreat. “Seriously? Didn’t you see her on her phone? She’s probably calling her husband. That’s why you’re still single—you can’t pick up on these things. Pay attention!” another quipped. Haley moved to a quiet corner and sent Justin a messa
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Regret filled Haley’s mind. Why hadn’t she worn heels today? She could have kicked him where it hurt the most. *Back at the Mistletoe Villa, Helen was getting ready for her date with Zac. Dressed to the nines, she descended the stairs, only to be intercepted by Alex. “Aunt Helen, are you going out with Uncle-in-law Zac? Take me with you!” Alex exclaimed, his sharp eyes noticing her dressed-up look.Chase, overhearing, chimed in, his hopeful gaze fixed on Helen.“Alex, you sure are quick to adapt, already calling him Uncle-in-law?” Richard teased, strolling over with a disapproving look at Helen’s outfit. “It’s late, and you’re going to meet Zac dressed like that? A short skirt? Do you have no sense of self-protection?“Go upstairs and change into pants. Now.”“I don’t have any!” Helen shot back, defiant as ever. She wasn’t afraid of him. Besides, it was the middle of summer, and long pants weren’t exactly in her wardrobe rotation. “And this skirt isn’t even short. It covers
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Haley dried her hands, bypassing Justin without a glance. But before she reached the door, he grabbed her arm, pulling her forcefully into his embrace. One hand locked around her waist while the other cradled the back of her head. Then he kissed her. The kiss was sudden and overpowering, leaving Haley no time to react. By the time she realized what was happening, he had already seized the upper hand. She struggled, shoving at his face, her body twisting away, but his grip was unyielding. Slowly, he backed her against the sink, his kiss growing deeper, filled with a desperation that poured out years of regret and unspoken emotion. * Only when he’d had enough did he release her. “Can you stop asking me to leave you?” His voice broke as his eyes shimmered with anguish. “I can’t walk away, and I won’t.” He bent forward, his pain transparent. “I was selfish before. I ignored how you felt, and I destroyed what we had. But I’ve changed. Please, give me a chance to pro
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Chase was rendered speechless.How did his little brother manage to be both sharp and clueless at the same time?*The next day, Haley was still busy at the art exhibit hall, working on final details. By lunchtime, another extravagant meal arrived—this time with flowers and a specialty tea. Her coworkers, grateful recipients of the meal, couldn’t help but gush. “Haley, your husband is incredible! Sending you lunch every day and even including us. It’s so thoughtful. Thank you so much!” “And flowers and tea, just for you! Staying romantic even after marriage and kids? That’s rare. He really dotes on you!” The chorus of compliments only made Haley more annoyed. A simmering anger built in her chest as she forced a tight smile. Slipping into the stairwell where no one could hear her, she dialed Justin. As soon as he answered, she launched into him. “Justin! Can you please stop sending me lunch? Do you have any idea how frustrating and disruptive this is? How much of a
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Haley wasn’t paying much attention to the drama online. She drove home, took a long shower, and let the fatigue and grime of the day wash away. Meanwhile, Helen sat comfortably on the living room sofa, fully immersed in scrolling through the online frenzy. She liked every comment bashing Emma Xander and even jumped in to post scathing replies herself. Her fingers flew across her phone screen with fervor, her face alight with energy.“You’re wasting time typing one comment at a time,” Richard teased, watching her thumbs fly across the screen. “Just call me your older brother, and I’ll whip up a program to fire off hundreds of replies in no time.”Helen shot him a glare and turned her back on him.When she refreshed the page, her expression shifted. “Wait… why can’t I comment anymore?”The comment she had been furiously typing—loaded with sharp insults—wouldn’t post. After refreshing the page again, she realized comments had been disabled, and every disparaging remark she had poste
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“Try to avoid reading too much news online. It can also trigger episodes,” the doctor advised before leaving the room. Despite the incident, the doctor didn’t prescribe any medication. The wound wasn’t deep, and while it showed a tendency toward self-harm, it avoided critical areas. Clearly, even in distress, Emma had been rational when making the cut. These days, it was common for people to experience emotional lows or feel overwhelmed, but it rarely escalated to the point of needing psychological treatment.Outside the room, the housekeeper overheard the conversation and walked in to add, “Miss Xander saw something on the news today. That’s what caused this.” “News?” Justin asked, his brows furrowed in confusion. The housekeeper pulled out her phone and showed him the day’s headline. “No, don’t!” Emma tried to stop her, attempting to sit up, but the blood loss left her dizzy. She collapsed back onto the bed, clutching her head. The doctor raised an eyebrow at the e
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“Don’t be mad. I won’t go,” Justin reassured Haley.The phone was still connected, and the housekeeper on the other end clearly heard Justin’s words. She paused, stunned. He continued, “Call an ambulance and take her to the hospital.” Haley frowned. “Why would I be mad? This has nothing to do with me,” she silently remarked.Justin hung up and turned to her with a face full of eagerness, practically radiating a silent plea for approval—“Look at me, didn’t I handle that perfectly?” Haley pursed her lips in exasperation and didn’t bother arguing. Instead, she turned the car around and floored the gas, heading straight for Lichfield Hospital. When they arrived, she got out first, yanked Justin out by the collar, and dragged him into the hospital. “Haley, what are you doing? Let go of me! Don’t be mad! I’m not going to see her.” Justin’s voice wavered as he trailed behind, clearly flustered. Ever since that encounter with Emma five years ago, he had reflected deeply on
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“Your Emma claims to be independent but is constantly stirring up rumors with Justin? She’s nothing but a hypocrite, wanting it both ways!” “Emma’s not stirring up anything! Those shameless paparazzi are the ones taking all those pictures. You men are just bitter and destructive when you don’t get your way!” *“I thought Miss Xander attended the funeral on behalf of her department? Why isn’t she in any of the photos?” someone remarked, scrolling through the comments for entertainment. Her connection to Mr. Yates was something everyone in the company had heard rumors about. A coworker leaned in, lowering their voice. “I heard she got kicked out by Mr. Jacob as soon as she arrived.” “Really? That must’ve been humiliating.” “With how chaotic things are in the company lately, she’s become a prime target.” The sound of heels clicking against the floor broke the chatter. Turning around, they saw Emma approaching. Everyone instantly clammed up, their voices silenced as if s
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Haley heard the compliments from her colleagues, but she couldn’t muster even a hint of a smile. She had a sinking suspicion that this was Justin’s doing. “Haley, this one’s for you—a deluxe meal all to yourself! Your husband must really adore you!” One of them, clearly pleased with their perceptiveness, handed her the fanciest box with an enthusiastic grin, showering her with praises for her supposed husband. Haley sighed, her frustration evident. This only made her situation more complicated. There was no way she would escape this topic for the foreseeable future. Grabbing her phone and the meal box, she stepped away from the group, avoiding the communal lunch setting. “Why isn’t she eating with us?” someone asked, noticing her retreat. “Seriously? Didn’t you see her on her phone? She’s probably calling her husband. That’s why you’re still single—you can’t pick up on these things. Pay attention!” another quipped. Haley moved to a quiet corner and sent Justin a messa
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Someone joined in, “My kid’s the same—always stuck to her mom. If I don’t bring home snacks or toys, she acts like I don’t even exist. They say daughters are supposed to be daddy’s little girls, but mine’s more like a bodyguard for her mom.”The group erupted into laughter, and the conversation shifted to parenting. Those without kids switched to other topics, while Haley quietly moved to her exhibit area and got to work. Somehow, the discussion circled back to Justin. “I stayed until the end of the funeral yesterday, and I noticed the seat for the eldest grandson’s wife was empty. Isn’t there a rumor that Emma is his girlfriend? Why wasn’t she there?” “Probably because she’s still not officially accepted by the family. Word is she’s just a girlfriend for now.” “Wait, isn’t she supposed to be Justin’s college sweetheart? Didn’t she already meet his family ages ago? Why hasn’t she locked it down yet?” “Well, here’s the thing—I heard she went missing overseas for a few ye
