So where did he go?She looked around and then headed toward the study on the first floor. The door wasn't locked. She stood at the doorway and could see his figure standing there. His face was turned towards the window, and he held a serious conversation on the phone, "Get to the point!" After a while, Chris Desmond seemed frustrated and rubbed his forehead."In such a short time, you told me to review everything from seven years ago. I couldn't do it. But I found out that the person who leaked the pictures of her getting a pregnancy check was a girl named Kitty.""Kisty?" Chris Desmond repeated the name, trying to figure out the connection between her and Ember.But why would Kisty have those pictures? Moreover, why would she give them to Liliana Forger?"If correctly, Kisty is now the widow of the former CEO of the Phoenix Feather Group, Jack. I'm sure you're not unfamiliar with that."Investigate her; find out how she got those pictures. Three days!" He growled."Two weeks.""Thre
It's really... Ember Canen, what are you afraid of? He won't hurt you!She kept reassuring herself not to be afraid, not to be scared. This time, she couldn't let things go like the last time. The final step was coming, and she mustn't push him away.Ten minutes later, Chris Desmond emerged from the bathroom. His upper body was bare, with only a bath towel wrapped around his waist. A few droplets of water still clung to his robust and muscular physique. As he saw the petite, blushing face of the girl sitting by the edge of the bed, his deep black pupils seemed to shine.His adorable wife was waiting for him; what else could be more anticipated than this?His heated gaze made Ember Canen's face even hotter as if she was being set ablaze."Let me dry my hair before I get into bed." She bit her lip and gave the order before he climbed onto the bed. "Sure, let me help." He sat on the edge of the bed and handed her the hairdryer from earlier, yet to be turned off.She obediently knelt on t
Speaking a few words, she left them to discuss while she went to the small villa to find Fiona.Fiona Forger had received the news and was already waiting in the flower garden. Upon hearing the maid reporting that Ember had arrived, she hastily adjusted her dress and stood up.The maid noticed her actions and couldn't help but worry. If the young master were to see her like this, he would surely scold her again. Of course, the ones doing the scolding were not the wives but them. Fortunately, the young master had already arrived at the company this morning."Ember, come over here and have some tea." As soon as she saw her, Fiona Forger quickly pulled her over to sit under the shade of an umbrella."Slow down, Sister." Ember Canen looked at her slightly protruding belly, her expression somewhat worried."It's fine; the little princess in my house is very healthy." Mrs. Desmond was not at all concerned, but her words were valid. The little one had already endured a calamity with them, de
When Chris Desmond arrived at his older brother's small villa, even before reaching the door, he could hear the sounds of laughter and joy. Tiffany's laughter, accompanied by Ember's gentle voice, "Slow down, be careful not to fall!" He couldn't help but smile; it seemed like they were having a great time.And that's true, with his sister-in-law playing along!He unconsciously slowed down his steps. When he reached the door, he saw Tiffany happily playing on the grass. Running ahead of her were Harry and Jess, and behind them were two small dogs named Xù. It looked like they were having a lot of fun! Ember Canen was sitting under a parasol, drinking fruit juice and keeping an eye on the little one.The scene was so gentle and light that it was hard to disturb.He folded his arms across his chest and stood there quietly, watching.After a while, Ember Canen seemed to sense someone behind her looking at her. She turned reflexively, catching his amused gaze. She smiled back at him. As sh
"Why is it so noisy inside?" Damian Desmond approved documents while asking the question."Did you hear it too?" Mrs. Desmond comfortably sat on the sofa, sweetly responding, "Today, we have many guests at home!""Where are there so many people?""Well, Dad, Mom, Chris, Ember, Anna, and her husband. Would you like to come home and have dinner with us?"Damian Desmond glanced at his watch. "I won't make it in time. You go ahead and eat with everyone. Remember, no crabs, no alcohol, and avoid cold drinks...""Honey, I'm starving. Let's have dinner first." Instead of continuing the "no" list, she thought that nothing wouldn't be left for her on the table if he continued."Did you remember what I just said?" Mr. Desmond reminded again before hanging up."Yes, I remember." Mrs. Desmond quickly hung up, and Anna Desmond, beside her, chuckled, "Sister, aren't you afraid that big brother will come over later and calculate with you?""In an hour, he has an important meeting. He can't come." Mr
Villa by the SeasideAs Ember Canen entered carrying a large bouquet from the garden, she saw Chris Desmond hurrying down from upstairs."Chris, where are you going?" She placed the flowers on the table and asked.He walked by, leaning down to kiss her forehead gently. "I'm going out briefly, meeting with Leon to discuss something. I'll be back for lunch with you.""Alright." She replied gently.Two minutes later, the house returned to its quiet state after the sound of a car from outside the garden. Just as Ember Canen was putting the final flower into a vase, the landline phone on the table suddenly rang...She hurriedly ran to answer the call, leaving the apron behind on the table.Her mobile phone was in her bedroom, and she was worried that he might need something or want to remind her of something."Did you forget something?" She asked softly."Where's Chris? Has he left?"When a female voice echoed in her ear, Ember Canen froze.Why would a woman be calling for him?"Are you Ch
Isn't there enough love between us? Why can't we even be straightforward with each other about something as important as this?Is it that difficult to speak the truth?But regardless of the reason, let's assume that you're kind enough to give them a chance to have an honest conversation!Ask her. What does that mean? Chris Desmond turned his head, spotting the figure in white standing by the door. Her delicate silhouette swayed as if a breeze could easily blow her away. In her watery eyes, countless emotions were waiting to be expressed."Ember..." His hand that had been gripping Kisty's collar involuntarily let go. He stood up straight, gazing directly into the eyes of the woman standing at the door.Kisty took a few steps back, leaning against the base of a cinnamon tree, breathing heavily. "Do you want to know why I have those pictures? She can tell you, and she can tell you who the man she was with is."Just hearing this, a surge of anger welled up in Chris Desmond. He turned arou
She admitted it with her mouth, causing a sharp, intense pain to surge through his chest, a pain so fierce that it numbed his heart and soul.No wonder every time she was stimulated to the point of regaining her memory, she looked at him with so much fear, tears streaming down her face...So, this was the truth.So, that wretched, damn person was him. Like a madman, he pounded his hands on the steering wheel several times, finally burying his face in it.Why did this foolish woman forgive him? Why couldn't she open her mouth and say something to him?Why was she so foolish?"Chris, I..."She reached out to him, but the man who had buried his face in the steering wheel suddenly lifted his head, looking at her with eyes blurred by her tears, staring at that familiar face...Why?Why was it him?He got out of the car and circled to help her open the car door, wordlessly pulling her out."Wait outside for a while."Saying that, without waiting for her reaction, he got back in the car, sta