Fiona Forger returned to the company, changed into formal office attire, and then proceeded to the meeting room, almost forgetting that Emma Waderson had mentioned two days ago about wanting to hold a board of directors meeting today.When Fiona Forger entered the meeting room, everyone had already gathered except for her. She was supposed to be the chairperson of the meeting, but Emma Waderson took the lead in this meeting.Everything was similar to what Emma Waderson had previously told her. The documents presented showed that Hayden Forger had unilaterally changed suppliers to secure a significant benefit for each shareholder. Hayden Forger became visibly agitated, directly confronting Fiona Forger by pounding the table and loudly stating that he was not only the CEO but also her father, and after decades of loyal service to Forger Corporation, she showed no respect for him over such a trivial matter. He no longer wanted to continue working for this company.Previously, he dismisse
"Are you home?" The low voice of the man came through on the other end."Yeah." She replied softly."Which home?""My home." She answered with a hint of annoyance. Did he expect her to go back to his place? She responded with a bit of resentment.Hearing her irritated tone, Damian Desmond smiled faintly. "Is something wrong with you?"She's already grown up, yet still doesn't know how to care for herself. Truly no different from a child, Mr. Desmond thought, unaware that in the future, including Puddy Forger, he would have to take care of two "children.""No." Fiona Forger replied with just one word. Remembering what happened last night, she still felt embarrassed, especially about her own... situation stuck on his thigh...That situation was truly unimaginable. She didn't even know if the bedsheet and blanket had been changed...But why was she thinking so much about it? It's not like she wanted to go to his house to sleep. He forced her..."Can you attend the dinner party tomorrow e
Men don't want to provoke an angry boss, and women, with their psychological baggage of being unable to eat correctly, tend to be acidic in their remarks. They didn't want to greet Fiona Forger.Therefore, when Anna Desmond and other acquaintances in the business world greeted them and then left, Fiona Forger was happily comfortable, holding Angela Zylian's hand and heading towards the food area.She hadn't eaten anything the whole evening, and she was starving! It was said that the food at these parties came from the most high-end restaurants. It would be a real shame not to eat."CEO Forger, should we go and greet CEO Desmond?" Angela Zylian gently tugged Fiona Forger's arm as a reminder.Fiona Forger's steps suddenly halted as she looked towards Damian Desmond standing amidst the crowd. He also looked in her direction, and their gazes met mid-air.Amidst the melodious music and the flickering lights of numerous lamps in the grand hall, the two stood not too far apart, gazing at eac
Damian Desmond didn't answer and continued pulling her hand towards the parking lot."So, who is it? If you don't tell me, I won't go," Fiona Forger pouted, refusing to move from her spot. Throw a tantrum with him?!"If you want to know, why don't you ask your siblings?" He didn't know much about the Forger family affairs and didn't want to get involved, but he knew that Fiona's relationship with Jacky Forger and Liliana Forger wasn't good; in fact, it was pretty bad. He used to ignore it because it didn't concern him, but now, their future and relationship were no longer the same, so he wanted to know everything related to her.Divorcing his first wife and marrying his second, having children... if he weren't valued even at home, then his reputation in the eyes of others would be even worse. But once Fiona Forger decided to have a relationship with him, he wouldn't allow anyone to look down on her. She couldn't choose who she was born to, it wasn't her fault, and she shouldn't be tre
Regarding Loona Richart's sarcastic remark, Alice didn't react much. After all, what she said was the truth; there was no need to refute it. "Loona Richart, don't underestimate me. The only thing you can rely on to confront me is your status and family background." Alice pursed her plump lips. "Unfortunately, Damian doesn't need that." "He doesn't need me, that's true. But he doesn't need you either. Take advantage of the remaining youth and find a respectable place to settle down. Don't dream of stepping into the Desmond family in this lifetime." Loona Richart spoke, stomping forcefully on her high heels, arrogantly walking away. What's so good about this cunning fox, Alice? She couldn't understand how someone as intelligent as Mrs. Sandra Desmond could accept her as her husband's mistress and keep her as a secretary for so long. She didn't believe that she hadn't heard any rumors. If it were her, she would have kicked Alice into the Indian Ocean for the sharks to devour. Alice ti
"Do you know how to feel pain?" Hearing her cry of pain, Damian Desmond relaxed the grip on her arm, lifted her chin, and followed the light to look at her tightly closed lips. The anger that had not yet subsided from being kissed by that wretched Jackson Hale ignited again. He lowered his head and captured those soft and wet lips.This sudden and forceful kiss frightened Fiona Forger. When she tried to react, someone else had already occupied her lips. Her hands were in chaos, punching and pushing, but they had no effect whatsoever.With their height difference, standing like this and kissing each other didn't feel entirely appropriate...In no time, the man embraced the petite girl's body. Her legs were off the ground, and she could only cling tightly to him with her hands that were initially punching and pushing.Fiona Forger didn't know how she was brought into the car, but when she regained consciousness, her clothes were messy, and the man had pinned her down on the genuine leat
Fiona Forger was furious, clutching her phone and immediately calling Jackson Hale, instructing him to handle the news and contact the Forger family home. But before she could utter two sentences, her father snatched the phone away."Consider that article as a pre-announcement to the media. Both of our families are in full agreement regarding this marriage," her father said, blocking any further discussion. He hung up the phone without giving Fiona a chance to speak. When she called back, no one answered. Finally, she received a text message from her mother, stating that her father had made the decision and she should refrain from provoking him.When did her father become so overbearing and manipulative? Did the betrayal of her brother and sister change her father's temperament to such an extent? And her mother too? Was she also siding with her father?Do they intend to force her into a marriage she's unwilling to accept?It was truly outrageous! Did they think she wouldn't dare to re
"Fiona, are you the type of person who would do something like this?' Jackson Hale calmly placed his teacup on the table and explained. He admitted that he liked her and didn't deny that he took advantage of the desire for marriage between their parents to his benefit; he truly despised releasing those photos to the media.However, if someone did something beneficial for him, he naturally enjoyed it."If not you, then who?" Fiona Forger couldn't believe his words at this moment."Fiona, sit down here." Her father's anger began to rise, and his voice became stern. Seeing this, her mother also sat down beside her father and secretly signaled to her with her eyes."I won't sit down. No matter what the newspapers say, I'm afraid I have to disagree." She looked at her father and spoke loudly."Fiona Forger!" Taylor Forger stood up from the sofa, not even needing his cane. He slammed the half-empty teacup on the ground, making a loud, clear sound."Your father and Jackson Hale have discusse
"What?" She opened her eyes and turned around, her clear gaze meeting his deep one."I'm sorry. And... thank you.""I love you."Between them, there was no need for words like "sorry" and "thank you.""I love you too." His words had barely finished when his warm lips sealed hers, and in his heart, he silently vowed to love her even more, erasing any lingering hurt and scars she had endured.o0oOn their wedding night, though late, it finally arrived.This was destined to be a gentle and dreamy night, a night he had been waiting for so long.He was careful and tender to the extreme when treating this girl he loved and cherished.And she, her restless heart, couldn't hide her anticipation.The water in the bathtub rippled incessantly due to their late-night intimate combination.In the warm bedroom, the curtain lightly swayed in the night breeze."Still hurting?"He held her and pityingly kissed her sweat-drenched long hair.Ember Canen shook her head, her small, blushing face brimming
"Yes." Brad reached into his pocket, took out a pack of cigarettes, and handed it to him."You can go back now. Please help me lock up on your way." Holding the pack of cigarettes, he pulled one out and lit it."Alright." Brad knew that, at this moment, his boss didn't want to be disturbed by anyone. The mess in the office could only be cleaned up by the cleaning staff tomorrow.He silently left, casually closing the office door behind him.Chris Desmond picked up his mobile phone, now turned off due to the earlier throw. With a cigarette in his mouth, he walked to the window and looked down at the mesmerizing night scene below. However, he had no mood to appreciate it.When the call connected, he exhaled a puff of smoke and decisively said, "Immediately arrange for someone to go to Malaysia. I want to know her exact location within two hours."They couldn't hide her away like this, preventing him from meeting her. If there were any issues or requests, they should tell him. He would d
The whole family came to the house only to leave empty-handed. In the end, everyone went their own way.Originally, Damian Desmond intended to take both mother and child home before heading to the company. However, both insisted that he go to the company, so he could only lead them along.Upon reaching the office on the top floor, Mr. Desmond went to work while Mrs. Desmond comfortably lay on the sofa reading a comic. Oh, not the 18+ type, but a parenting comic.Young Mr. Forger was sitting at the desk chatting with his father for a while, but he got bored and ran to the IT room on the 19th floor to play.The people in the IT room saw the young prince arrive and hurriedly welcomed him, offering various drinks and breakfast with care.After playing for more than two hours, young Mr. Forger finally got up lazily when the upper floor called to remind him to come to eat."Young prince, if the CEO finds out you're playing like this, we..."There would be no place to hide!But would they da
But family members, at least, should be notified, right?Speaking of family, she had yet to tell her mother. She should find an opportunity to talk to her.She reclined back onto the bed, tossing and turning for a while without being able to sleep.So, she picked up her phone again and went online. When Jacky Forger returned to the room and saw her still messing with her phone, he snatched it away and placed it on the bedside table."Go to sleep." "And you? Are you still busy?"It was almost midnight."Tomorrow, I have to go to Lyon for a trip. Do you want to come with me?"Liliana usually handled the matters over there, so now she suddenly mentioned her unsuitable physical condition as an excuse. He would still have to go there to take over the work, conveniently monitoring the ongoing projects' progress."Do you want to take me out?""If you say you want to, then sure."They were a married couple, yet he didn't have much free time for her. Their wedding had been delayed, and they di
She discreetly glanced at him and saw that he was still motionless, with an unpleasant and frightening expression on his face.If this had been in the past, seeing him like this would have made her legs tremble and unsteady. Even though they had been living together for a while, looking at him still sent shivers down her spine.Carefully approaching, she bent her back to lift the tea tray, but she heard him speak..."Come here!"These were just two simple words, yet they held a power that made others hesitate.She let out a sigh and obediently walked over. Before she even reached his side, he stood up and pulled her towards him. He used force to press her onto the sofa, and before she could react, his entire body was pressing down on her."Jacky..." Angela Zylian let out a cry. Her chin was held and turned towards him; his lips, carrying the faint scent of cigarettes, were pressed tightly against hers.She knew he was angry. From his actions, she could sense the invisible anger he was
As soon as Mrs. Robinson asked this question, Angela Zylian froze. She thought they knew the situation, but being asked like this caught her off guard. For a moment, she didn't know how to respond. Ultimately, under Mrs. Robinson's scrutinizing gaze, she decided to tell the truth. "Previously, we had a... romantic relationship...""And now?" Mrs. Robinson had already guessed the answer to this question. There was nothing new here. What she wanted to know was the current status.After all, they hadn't been living together before.A couple of times, Mrs. Robinson and Liliana had been to her brother's apartment, but they had never seen any trace of a girl."Now she's my wife. Any objections?" A familiar voice replaced Angela Zylian's answer.Jacky Forger had returned home at some point. Holding a document folder and a freshly removed vest, he stood at the living room entrance. His casual gaze swept over his mother and sister. "Why didn't you let me know before coming?"When his mother ha
One of the reasons Angela Zylian came to France was because Jacky needed an assistant. However, she could look for another job if he didn't need her."Don't you like this kind of life?" He set his coffee cup down, wiped his mouth with a napkin, and then leisurely asked."Not necessarily."Being at home every day, taking care of household chores, and cooking for him made her happy, but there wasn't much to do with just the two of them at home.Most of her time was spent reading books or daydreaming, which was becoming monotonous."Let's talk about work later." He stood up and proposed a different idea to her. "If you're bored, consider furthering your studies."At any rate, going to school was better than going out to find a job where she might attract unwanted attention from other men. While there were undoubtedly men at school, the situation was much simpler overall.After CEO Forger approved her plan to continue her education, Angela Zylian eagerly focused on her career.Going back
In the RoomTiffany sat on the bed, swinging her legs back and forth as she looked at her mother, then glanced at her "sister," her small mouth sealed..."Brother-in-law said he's the father, so... who is the real father, after all?""Tiffany, come here." Mrs. Canen waved her hand, and Tiffany obediently hopped off the bed and ran to her.Taking a deep breath to regulate her emotions, Mrs. Canen looked at the little girl and asked..."Tiffany, if you had another father like your brother-in-law, would you like that?"Following her thoughts, the little girl nodded."Then let's start telling the old stories..."o0oThe heavy rain in Singapore had finally stopped, but November in Paris brought continuous drizzles.Though she wasn't going to work, Angela Zylian woke up early daily to prepare breakfast for him.Their married life had officially begun, and everything else felt new apart from becoming more familiar with each other's bodies.During this period, they were trying to adapt to eac
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