The next morning, I woke up to a pair of clear, endearing eyes.He wrapped his large hand around my waist as he noticed me waking up and gently inquired, "Awake?""When did you wake up? Why didn't you sleep a bit more?" I reached out and pinched his cheek, then my arm draped over his neck as I stretched lazily.He opened his mouth to stop my hand gently. He smiled, and his eyes filled with affection.I smiled and dodged a bit. Atlas’s big hand naturally rested on my slightly bulging belly and said joyfully, "I realized that the two babies have grown! Feel it!"I placed my hand lightly on my abdomen. That feeling was truly blissful. What used to be a flat belly was now firm and round. It had only been three months, but I could already feel them.We both had our hands placed on my belly, interacting with the babies inside. I looked at him and softly asked, "Do you think they can feel it?""They will! They will definitely feel our love for them. Don't underestimate them. These two
Atlas elegantly ate breakfast and said to everyone, "Everyone here has a connection to that place. That’s why we're all going back together, including your father, your parents, Molly, and Jenny. Your father has wanted to go back and visit for a long time. We need to fulfill that wish."He had thought about everyone.I saw Molly's face light up with joy. Since she arrived at Fremont Bay, she had yet to return to Nocturnia. Of course we should let Jenny get closer to her parents. We would be selfish to do otherwise.Atlas continued, "I've asked some top experts to examine your father’s legs. He needs surgery as soon as possible. He can recover in Foswood after having the surgery in Nocturnia."I nodded. "We can’t delay this any longer. If his condition permits it, I want the surgery done as soon as possible too."Atlas glanced at my dad and seriously said, "I've contacted your father’s school as well. It's their anniversary this year, and they'll invite him back for a visit."My d
After breakfast, I said to Atlas, "I'm going upstairs to change. Wait for me, I'll come with you guys. I need to make a quick stop at the company after I drop off the kids. Looks like I'll be busy today.""Okay. Take your time, we'll wait for you," Atlas said softly.Ten minutes later, the four of us happily got into the car together. After dropping off the children, Atlas drove me to the company.When I arrived at the company, Carol exclaimed, "Chloe, you're back? Why are you back so soon?"Her exclamation of surprise brought Ryan and Benny over. They had arrived early at the company.They were all surprised at how quickly I had returned.I had come to the company to see Ryan. After chatting with everyone for a while, I went back to my office with Ryan. I gestured for him to sit down as I asked, "Have Mike and the others arrived?""You gave the decree, so of course they came," Ryan said helplessly."I'll go see the new house later," I said quickly.After asking Ryan about the
Instead of chatting aimlessly with him here, I'd rather go straight to the design institute. I could meet Joyce there and discuss the wedding arrangements with her directly, and I could also see Hana. I hadn't seen her since my father was rescued.I also had to visit the Reese family and the little one at noon. It had been too long since I had last seen that child; I couldn't neglect them.The Reese family had worked tirelessly to ensure my safety at the construction site, so of course I had to go see the child. Besides, I really missed the little guy.I decided to leave immediately, which surprised Ryan. "Why are you leaving?""Do you have anything else to do? If we can't communicate, then there's no point wasting time." I looked at him unapologetically.Ryan quickly stood up from his chair. "I really don't understand. Is this your wedding or mine? Why are you so nervous?""Thank goodness I didn't marry you. It wouldn't have lasted long." I glanced at him in disdain, grabbed my
As Tris was about to start the car, Carol immediately said, "Hold on a moment, Tris. I know the way, I’ll drive. Let's switch positions."Tris looked at Carol doubtfully. I smiled and said to Tris, "Let her drive. She’s a good driver.”When Tris heard my words, he quickly exited the car and swapped positions with Carol.Before we got to my shop at the building materials market, I saw a crowd of people ahead, blocking the path to the storefront.Carol exclaimed, "Oh no, we came early, but it’s not the right time. We've walked right into it!"After speaking, she quickly parked the car and got out in a hurry. She ran to my side, opened the car door, and helped me out.We hurriedly made our way inside.Carol shouted anxiously from behind me, "Slow down, Chloe! Oh my goodness!"From afar, I heard a loud soprano voice roaring, "Eleanor, you slut! How dare you still oppose me? Do you think no one can fight you in this market anymore?"When I heard that voice, I concluded that it was
As soon as I spoke, it immediately garnered support from several merchants with whom I usually got along well. "Exactly. This woman is causing trouble and being unreasonable. She’s always here to make trouble. What does she want?""Yeah, looks like she’s still not satisfied and tried to swagger around. I wonder where someone like that came from?""I don't know who gave her the confidence to provoke other people every day!""This market hasn’t been peaceful ever since this woman came here. She causes trouble every few days. Now, she's turning the tables and accusing other people of competing with her. What kind of person is she?"The discussions of the crowd drowned out each other. I looked at Andrea with an unrelenting gaze. The burly men did not step back. They stood before me with their necks stretched out, threatening to advance again. They played with the wooden and iron rods in their hands, and looked sinisterly at Tris and me.However, I knew deep down that these uncouth i
"She’s just stating the facts. We're in this mess because of her. She blatantly disregards business rules and has no integrity whatsoever. If people like her stick around in this market, we might as well quit.”"We're all barely making ends meet, trying to solidify our market share. Especially now, we should stick together to maintain a harmonious market order. People like her aren't here for real business.""Exactly, she's just disgraceful!""Look at her, trying to dominate here, rallying these thugs. What's her game?"The crowd grew more infuriated, shouting louder.I gave a cold look at Andrea. She was visibly flustered across from me, and I asked, "Is this what you call malicious competition?"Andrea immediately pointed at the surrounding crowd and shouted, "Shut up, all of you!"Then she turned to me, pointing, "Chloe, who do you think you are? You’re just a cheap woman relying on a man's authority. How dare you talk back to me?"As she ranted, she shouted at the men aroun
I exclaimed in shock, "Carol!”Carol, upon hearing my exclamation, suddenly turned around and froze in place. It was too late to dodge, but just as the bat was about to strike her, Tristan grabbed another hefty man in the nick of time.The man was flung out and crashed into the man wielding the bat. With no footing, both burly men fell heavily to the ground, emitting a muffled thud.Carol jumped aside in astonishment, watching the two men tumble to the ground. Then she gaped at Tristan.Even the onlookers were surprised by Tristan's actions. Nobody could understand how he, with his slender frame, effortlessly knocked down the two hulking men. It was evident how powerful his force must have been.Andrea was also stunned by the scene. She covered her face, watching the rolling men on the ground, then pounded her chest in anger. "Useless! What are you all doing? Just watching them fight? Hit them! I'll show you who's boss today. Get them!”The men seemed to snap out of their daze, c