Inexplicably, Scarlett found herself standing outside of Leonard Corporations, and she thought back to the time she'd coincidentally bumped into Jonathan when she first got back to Catheden. She didn't know why she suddenly felt the urge to enter the building, but she quickly abandoned that thought. What good would come out of it? It's not like seeing Jonathan would solve any of her problems, and it may even cause an even bigger conflict instead. By tomorrow morning, the two of them would have nothing to do with each other anymore. Until then, she wasn't going to do anything rash.Scarlett also suddenly remembered that Dylan was coming back to Atville today, and if he saw her at Leonard Corporations with Jonathan, there would definitely be trouble. Just then, her phone rang. It was Jonathan. "Hello? Jonathan? Is there a problem?""Scar, I have a dinner to attend tonight. It might take a long time, so I won't be coming home. You should just go to sleep with Lucas first," Jonathan
"Scar, I've been dreaming of making you my bride ever since I fell for you. I've had countless dreams of you in a wedding dress, holding my hand, and smiling brightly. Now that you've agreed to marry me, it feels like all my dreams are finally coming true. I couldn't be happier. Thank you for fulfilling my dreams, Scar." Scarlett had Dylan wrapped around her finger, and he'd completely fallen head over heels for her ever since they'd met in Amerstica.Dylan's words were sincere, and Scarlett really wanted to forgo the marriage ceremony and just marry him on the spot."I know that you love me, and tomorrow, your dream of marrying me will finally become a reality!" Scarlett replied with a smile.Dylan returned her smile before suddenly saying, "Oh, right. I have to take you somewhere.""Where?""You'll know when we get there," Dylan simply replied secretively before helping her into his car.Dylan sped down the highway impatiently, like he couldn't wait to take Scarlett to the lo
At the White Heron, Jonathan had just finished discussing some matters with Mr. Jackson. Although the discussions were far from complete, they had at least managed to settle almost half of the issues with the project.Jonathan pulled out his buzzing phone and realized that Lucas had sent him two text messages.The first message read, "Uncle Jonathan, why aren't you coming home tonight? Don't you know that my mommy is going to marry Dylan tomorrow?"Jonathan's heart skipped a beat as he read the message, but he assumed that Lucas was messing with him, so he moved on to read the next message."Hey! Why aren't you replying? I know you think I'm kidding, but I'm really not this time! My mom is really going to get married tomorrow, and she also told me not to tell you. But I'm worried that she'll regret her decision, so I'm telling you! Well, I think you know what you have to do. Alright, I'm going to sleep now. Goodnight!"Jonathan's mind raced after he read the message and suddenly f
Scarlett woke up bright and early the next morning and realized that Dylan's car was already parked outside her house.She got out of bed and made her way to the car to look for Dylan, but quickly realized that there was no one inside. She was just about to go back inside when a pair of large hands covered her eyes.Scarlett yelped in surprise as she heard Dylan's voice behind her. "Guess who?""Dylan! Don't you think it's a bit too early for games like this?""Oh, you guessed it correctly," Dylan said with a smile as he let go."Why are you here so early? Lucas is still in bed." Scarlett had planned to wake Lucas up before going to do her hair and makeup. She hadn't expected Dylan to drop by so early."I'm here to take you to the makeup studio! I've already talked to Macy, and she'll bring Lucas later, so you don't have to worry. We should let him sleep in for a while longer so he doesn't fall asleep during the ceremony."Dylan knew that Scarlet would be worried about Lucas,
"Can everyone please turn their attention to the video? That is how the bride before you acts around me. Now, does everyone still approve of this marriage?" Jonathan addressed the crowd gleefully."Get the fuck out, now!" Dylan roared again.However, Dylan's mother, Cassandra, stood up and said, "Wait, let's hear what Mr. Leonard has to say first.""Thank you. As everyone can see from the screen, Scarlett is in a relationship with me, and she doesn't really want to marry Dylan. In fact, we even have a son together. Just look at how much Lucas looks like me—I'm sure that no one here doubts that he's my son."Everyone's attention then turned to Lucas, and then back to Jonathan. Both of them were indeed carbon copies of each other, reinforcing Jonathan's outlandish claims."That's enough!" Scarlett had had enough. She would've never expected Jonathan to do something so despicable. Time and time again, she was willing to compromise for him, but he'd gone too far this time."What? Are
Cassandra had also been young once, so of course she knew how Dylan felt. When she'd been younger, she'd also placed a tremendous amount of importance on love. However, now that she was older and had more experience, she understood that there were more important things in life than love, such as living a peaceful life. Cassandra had rushed to Catheden to attend Dylan's wedding, and she'd also planned to transfer all her shares at Fairmont Corporations to him. However, after witnessing such a catastrophic scene, she decided that she didn't want to add to his burdens and didn't mention it. Someday, when the dust had settled, she would share her plan to retire with him and hand over Fairmont Corporation to him.She hoped that once he became the new owner of Fairmont Corporation, he would finally be able to leave this city that had brought him nothing but pain. Perhaps he would also put down some roots in Amerstica, marry a nice woman, and live the rest of his life in bliss. Cassandra w
All his life, Jonathan had never had to comfort a woman, much less a crying woman. So, he could only weakly stammer, "Don't … don't cry."He hated it when women cried in front of him, much less Scarlett. Watching her cry so painfully overwhelmed him, and he was willing to do anything to make her feel better."It's all … all your fault! You ruined my wedding! Give me back my wedding! You fucking dickhead! I hate you!" Scarlett cried out in desperation and pounded her fists on his chest with all her might."I know … It's all my fault. If hitting me will make you feel better, then go ahead. Hit me as hard as you need to," Jonathan comforted.Yet, no matter how much Scarlett despised him and wanted to strike him down, she simply wasn't strong enough to hurt him. Jonathan barely even flinched, even though she used all her might.Scarlett kept hitting his chest for a while before finally succumbing to her fatigue and slowly placing her hands back on the armrest."Are you feeling better
Eventually, he gave up on trying to do work and went back to the room where he'd left Scarlett, only to find her fast asleep on the couch. He moved soundlessly toward her sleeping form to get a closer look. Even in her sleep, she was perfect. Although she was so close to him, she'd always be just out of his reach, and he'd never be able to have her. He sighed desolately at that thought before planting an affectionate kiss on her forehead and pulling the blanket over her body.Scarlett cracked her eyes open groggily bright and early the next morning. She'd only meant to rest her tired eyes for a while last night and hadn't expected to fall asleep. Looking down at her body, she saw that she was still in her wedding dress. The memories from yesterday came rushing back to her, making her shoot up from the couch. However, she immediately felt lightheaded and almost fell backward as soon as she sat up.On the other hand, Jonathan hadn't gotten a wink of sleep last night. There had just bee