Kirk continued, "Carrie, you're the kindest person in the world. All you want is a home of your own, but God has put up so many barriers between you and that tiny wish. Do you think you're the one being selfish, or is it God who's being cruel?"Caroline's tears kept falling out of her control."Kirk, stop talking …" If he kept going, Caroline would feel she didn't deserve him even more, someone who understood her so well.Kirk gave a light laugh and tweaked Caroline's nose. He waited until she stabilized her emotions before speaking, "Darling, next time, you should tell me if you have any problems. You should think about yourself more. You have to put yourself first, not me. Understand?"Caroline nodded. "Then would you … worry that I might leave you?" Caroline had never said this because she was worried Kirk might overthink it."No." Kirk kissed Caroline's fingers. "We will never part."Finally, a smile appeared on Caroline's face. "You talked about a psychiatrist …" Carolin
When they got to the balcony, Sean didn't say anything. Unable to stand it, Kirk asked, "What did you ask me out here to talk about?"Looking at Kirk, Sean burst into laughter, which only caused Kirk to look even grimmer. "Kirk, you should really look at yourself in the mirror right now." Still laughing, he continued, "The way you look now, not even Charles would be able to recognize you, even if he's by your side all the time."Kirk pressed his lips together and didn't say anything. After a moment, he said, "I'm not in the mood to joke with you right now."Leaning against the railing, Sean looked into the distance. "I know that. And I'm not joking with you. Ever since you found out the kind of landmine your uncle left you before his death, you've been worried to bits. I can see all that. You might not admit it, but you can't say it's not true.""What in the world are you trying to say?"Sean turned to look at Kirk. "Kirk, you're exceptional at management. Plus, you're so sm
"Darling …" Kirk's magnetic voice pulled Caroline out of her thoughts. "What are you thinking about?"Caroline shook her head. "Oh, it's nothing. Do you want to go to the company with me?" He was probably bored from staying home all day.Kirk declined, "No, it's fine."Recently, he had been trying to expedite the transfer of his business from Macldo to Easton. If he wanted to remove Morrison Corporation from the running, he couldn't rely on the Collins Group's assets. He could only rival their assets by moving part of SY Group's industry to Easton.Caroline nodded. "Okay, if you get bored staying here, call me any time.""Okay."Kirk pulled Caroline into the car. Soon, the car arrived at the Evans Group's building.Caroline got out of the car. Then, Jack watched her disappear into the building before he turned around and asked Kirk, "Sir, will you be going home or to the company?"A sneer appeared on Kirk's lips. He asked, "How long has it been since you boxed?"Jack was start
Caroline said with a smile, "I'll do my best."Cheryl knew she was trying to comfort her, so she didn't take her words to heart. "Caroline, are you going to submit this document in the afternoon? Do you want me to do it for you?""No, it's fine. I'll submit it myself," Caroline said. It would be helpful to go out for a walk. "All right. Call me anytime if you need help."Caroline nodded at her words. After watching Cheryl leave, her expression turned solemn. When the test results were ready, the psychiatrist had told her that she felt so guilty because she was a good person."Don't be so hard on yourself."Caroline laid on her chair, exhausted. She wanted to forgive herself. However, she really couldn't put the blame for Jude's death on Howard alone because Jude had taken a bullet for her.Why did people always have to go through difficult problems in life? Caroline didn't know the answer to that question. She was just so tired. She was terrified that one day, she wouldn't
Caroline retorted, "Even if you get the Collins Group, you don't have what it takes to take the Evans Group back because it's under my control. "Layla looked at her maliciously. "Really? Caroline, when I get the Collins Group, you'll discover something that'll turn your life upside down. When that happens, even the Evans family will forsake you. Not to mention the Morrisons."Caroline replied calmly, "Then, I'd better get the Collins Group so my life won't be turned upside down."Layla laughed at her words. "I can't believe you're still dreaming, Caroline. Ed has already made it clear that he will endorse me. Do you really think you have a chance? Besides, who'll endorse you? That poor husband of yours?"Caroline glared at Layla."What? Are you going to hit me? Remember, there are surveillance cameras here!" Layla challenged, swallowing. Caroline's glare was terrifying. It was like a hungry wolf staring at a piece of flesh."Why would I hit you?" Caroline pinched Layla's cheek
Caroline went home after submitting the documents. She was surprised to see that Kirk wasn't home. However, she wasn't concerned in the slightest.Although Kirk had resigned from his job, he still had his own social life. It was normal for him to be away from home occasionally. Since Kirk wasn't home, she could take this chance to buy groceries and cook him a big meal. Due to Jude's death, Caroline hadn't cooked for Kirk for a long time.Hence, she went to the farmer's market to buy groceries. When she returned home, Kirk still wasn't home. So she went to the kitchen to cook dinner.When Caroline was almost done cooking, she heard noises outside the door. She stood at the door, smiling, waiting for Kirk to enter. However, when she saw a rather disgruntled Kirk, her expression froze.Kirk hadn’t expected to see Caroline at home, and he quickly hid his anger. "What are you doing home?"Caroline replied, "I came home after getting off work. What happened to you? Did you get into a
Caroline took a look at her phone and saw that Marietta was calling her. She quickly answered the call. "Hi, Aunt Mary.""Hey, Carrie. I'm calling to apologize," Marietta said on the phone. She had lost her usual high spirits and sounded very tired. "What happened that day was Yvonne's fault. She shouldn't have treated you like that."Caroline replied, "Aunt Mary, you don't have to apologize.""No, Carrie. I won't feel at ease if I don't apologize." Marietta forced a smile. "Caroline, you're a good person. I'm sorry for what you went through that day."Caroline didn't say anything else, and Marietta remained silent as well. Caroline could feel that they could no longer return to the time when they had been as close as mother and daughter. She thought that it was a pity. However, she never regretted calling Marietta her mother because she finally understood what maternal love felt like after spending time with her."I'm going to bring Yvonne home the day after tomorrow."
"Yvonne." Marietta felt it was necessary to make things clear to her. "I may not know why you dislike Carrie, but it's all thanks to her that we were able to reunite again. "You must have a heart. I respect your preferences, but you mustn't be mean toward someone who has helped us."Seeing that Marietta was very angry, Yvonne quickly grabbed her arm and whined, "Mom, I know my mistake now. I won't do it again.""Are you telling the truth?" Marietta looked at Yvonne skeptically."Yes, really!" Yvonne had a sweet smile, and she looked well-behaved and sensible. She didn't look like she was lying at all.Marietta smiled and said, "Now, that's my good daughter."Yvonne hugged Marietta, hiding the cold glint in her eyes.…"Why are you sitting on the ground?" When Kirk entered the door, he saw Caroline sitting on the ground.Caroline raised her head and looked at him in confusion. Kirk felt his heart almost leap out of his throat at the sight."Darling," he said cautiously, as