Rosalie wasn't even angry, she just found it amusing. Cynthia was just too ridiculous. It seemed Theodore hadn't told her about stealing the resident register.Still, it was strange. It was such a big deal, but Theodore hadn't mentioned it to Cynthia when it concerned both of them."You're right," Rosalie said. "He cares so much about you, but I'm curious why he didn't tell you about what was planned today.""I know about today's plans," Cynthia replied. "He told me everything.""Oh, really? So, what did he say?" Rosalie asked curiously.She just wanted to see how Cynthia would play the fool. If Cynthia truly knew, would she remain so calm? Would she deliberately delay Theodore and prevent him from leaving her side?"Theo said you guys are going back to have lunch with his grandmother. Didn't you just accompany her a few days ago? It's not a big deal if he goes a bit later, right?""Oh, is that so? He only told you that we were having lunch with his grandmother, and nothing else
Theodore had already arranged the food on the table."So, you want me to hurry back?""Yeah, you go ahead," Cynthia said with a smile."When you called me, you made it sound urgent. You insisted I needed to help you with this and that. I don't think you really want me to hurry back," Theodore teased.It wasn't really a dig at Cynthia from the depths of his heart. It was more like banter between two close people."Come on, Theo. Are you really going to pick on me for this? I didn't know you were going back to divorce her. If I had known, I wouldn't have held you back. I love you so much, and you should know what's on my mind," Cynthia said, sounding pitiful. She lowered her head more and more as she spoke."Do you need me to stay here with you? Should I really go back to have dinner with Rose and Grandma?" he asked, double-checking things."You should go. Don't keep them waiting," Cynthia urged.Her desire was plainly evident in her eyes. Theodore knew this well, and naturally w
Rosalie was the best at soothing Rebecca. Every time Rosalie comforted her, the old lady's anger would vanish."Alright, let's eat first. I can't bear to see you go hungry," she finally said.So, the two of them began eating by themselves."Rose, try this fish with pickled vegetables. I know you love this, so I told the kitchen to make it spicy—just the way you like it.""Thank you, Grandma." Rosalie took a bite, and nodded repeatedly. "This is great!""If it's good, eat more. Don't always accommodate Theo in the future. You love spicy food, but you do the same as him and don't eat spicy things. It's not like he has ever accommodated your taste."Even though the old lady didn't live with them, she still knew a thing or two."Grandma, Theo’s good to me. He's just not the type to show everything outwardly," Rosalie didn't want Rebecca to be angry at Theodore. Rosalie seemed like the bond that held the family together.Unbeknownst to them, Theodore was standing outside the dinin
Rebecca replied, "At that time, Wesley was as stubborn as a mule. He couldn't be persuaded, no matter what. He really left with nothing, and gave up everything to chase after his first love. Before he left, he even had a fight with Sydney. Theo was about ten years old at that time."Rosalie frowned tightly. "Dad was really over the line.""Yes, I don't know what got into him. He was truly blinded by something. What was so good about that first love of his?"Hearing this, Rosalie also wondered what was so special about Cynthia."And then, what happened?" Rosalie asked further.Suddenly, Rebecca burst into laughter. "The story’s just too funny. That woman originally thought I couldn't bear to let my son leave with nothing. As time went on, she realized that I really made Wesley leave with nothing. He had no money left, and had lost everything. When that woman realized she couldn't become Mrs. Spencer, she left him."At this point, Rebecca couldn't stop laughing. "I've seen so m
"Well, it's not like I don't know that," Rebecca said. "Maybe I have a bit of an old-fashioned mindset, but I firmly believe that the people I pick are always right. "Look at Wesley. He's still clinging to Sydney after he finally saw the good in his wife. When I chose his wife for him, he was so unwilling. He always acted like the whole world owed him something. "Men always realize things late. Luckily, you and Theo have a good relationship. I'm not too overbearing in this matter. After all, you two have a ten-year foundation of love."Rosalie smiled bitterly. "Yeah, Grandma. Theo and I are doing fine. You don't have to worry about us.""Right, there won't be any problems between you two. Even though that girl Cynthia was somehow between you two before this, it's all settled now."This was the first time Rosalie heard Cynthia's name from Rebecca's lips.She suddenly wanted to ask Rebecca if Rebecca really did something during Cynthia's surgery that caused the delay. In the en
"Alright. Hurry up and sit down," Rebecca said coldly, looking at Theodore.Theodore deliberately sat next to Rosalie, pretending to be intimate with her."Grandma, you look even better than before," Theodore remarked."Don't try to sweet talk me. My good spirits are all thanks to Rose cheering me up. You haven't done anything. You've only managed to anger me." Rebecca wasn't holding back at all.Theodore wasn't offended. He was very respectful to Rebecca; he knew her strictness was for his own good, so he didn't truly get upset."I'm sorry, Grandma. I was wrong," he apologized sincerely."It's good that you know that. I'm going to punish you, then," Rebecca said, turning to Zane. "Get him a bottle of wine. Let him punish himself with three cups first."Soon, Zane brought a bottle of red wine. He poured it into a tall glass, and placed it in front of Theodore."Grandma," Rosalie said hurriedly, "he has to drive back later. It wouldn't be good for him to drink.""Don't worry.
The capacity for alcohol and its effect on the body didn't necessarily correlate. Drinking too much could harm anyone, regardless of their tolerance. Rosalie worried about this. Moreover, Theodore hadn't eaten anything yet. A mere mouthful of food wouldn't counteract so much alcohol."Rose," Rebecca spoke up, "you worry too much. He's a grown man, and he knows his limits. I wouldn't let him drink if he couldn't handle it.""Please, Grandma. Spare Theo, okay? Don't let him drink anymore. What if he gets drunk?" Rosalie's concern for her husband was evident on her face."What's the harm in getting drunk? It's not like he won't wake up. He can just sleep it off." Rebecca shrugged off the concern, showing no mercy when it came to her grandson.Rosalie wanted to say more, but before she could, Theodore placed the glass on the table. When she turned to look, she saw that he had already finished the second glass of wine.Rosalie watched helplessly as Anthony filled the glass again, fee
Rosalie sent Rebecca a pleading look. "Please don't let him drink anymore, Grandma. Please, for my sake."Before Rebecca could say anything, Rosalie was in a frenzy. Seeing her like this, Rebecca sighed."Look at how worked up you are over three glasses of wine! Alright. Zane, take the rest away.""Yes, ma'am," Zane replied with a nod. Just as he was about to take the glasses and the bottle away, Theodore grabbed the wine bottle from his hand."No need, Zane. There's not much left anyway. I'll finish it.""Theo, what are you doing?" Rosalie tried to stop him again, but Theodore held her hand. "It's fine. It's just a little bit. I'll be fine."Rosalie wanted to say something more, but Rebecca intervened, "Fine. If he wants to drink, let him. Rosalie, you eat your food and don't worry about him.""But..." Rosalie wanted to protest further, but Theodore was already pouring the wine into his glass.Feeling helpless, she sighed inwardly. Perhaps she was too anxious. Suddenly, she
Theodore wrapped all of them up in his long arms.Under the golden sunshine, the family of four was wrapped up in each other's embraces. Sunlight shone on them, encasing them in a warm, golden glow. Everything felt calm and peaceful. The children snuggled in their parents' arms, innocent smiles lighting up their faces. They could feel the warmth of the sunshine as they found the safest and warmest haven in the entire world in their arms.In the evening sun and gentle breeze, they finally found happiness in each other's embrace.-In the deep of the night, Rosalie had a dream.Both Justin and Grandma came to her in her dream.Grandma and Justin were playing cards, surrounded by beautiful birds and flowers. They seemed to be in heaven, having the time of their lives with a look of tender love in their eyes.Grandma was very happy that she had reconciled with Theodore.Justin told Rosalie, "Rose, I'm so happy to see you happy.""Justin, do you hate me?""Silly girl, why would
Theodore made Rosalie feel like love was possible once more, and gradually opened her up.Love was ever-changing with time and the experiences they went through.Rosalie missed Justin dearly, but she also learned to treasure the people around her and every present moment of happiness. She learned how to accept the past and treasure the present amidst all her relationships.Justin would be her one and only in her heart, but Theodore also found his place in her heart amidst the unique position Justin was in.This was how their affections and love for each other grew and changed with time.Justin was dead, and Rosalie couldn't keep living in the past. She would carefully preserve her love for Justin in a corner of her heart.She would spend the rest of her life loving Theodore and their children."Chelsea," Rosalie said as she pulled Chelsea over. "Your daddy loves you very much, but he didn't get to see you come into this world. But you must remember his name. He is Justin Lynch."
Theodore and Rosalie brought both children to Justin's tomb.Before they left, Rosalie said that she and Chelsea wanted to spend some time alone with Justin.Theodore brought Jake to the car to wait for them.Golden sunlight shone on the land, feeling warm and toasty and giving the earth a beautiful glow.Rosalie caressed the tombstone. "Justin, I'm sorry for not coming to visit for such a long time."The last time she came back was a few months ago, during which she snuck a peak at his tombstone.Rosalie pulled out a bone fragment. "That's because you're always by my side, which is why I think that I can bring you everywhere I go. You're not just here at this tombstone."Justin, Theo and I have reconciled. He did so much for me, even sacrificing his own life for me. I can't just stand idly by and do nothing about it. I can't bring myself to reject him ruthlessly again and again."You can say that I'm moved, or that I fell in love with him once more. He's just too good, and I c
Jake had so much fun today and was exhausted by the time he reached home. After his shower, he crawled into bed and fell right asleep without any coaxing whatsoever. Jake would sometimes sleep in the bedroom with Chelsea, and sometimes they slept separately.At night, when Rosalie went to Chelsea's room to tuck her in and tell her a bedtime story, she asked, "Chelsea, how was your day with Theodore?""Hmm, it was alright," Chelsea said. "But Mr. Spencer was so silly, he burnt the food. I only got to eat lunch very late.""Is that so?" Rosalie burst out laughing. "How silly of him indeed.""But Mr. Spencer is quite nice," Chelsea said. "I like him. He said that I can call him Daddy."Rosalie's eyes lit up. "Do you want to call him that?""I do," Chelsea said with a nod, "but I'll do that tomorrow."Chelsea yawned. She felt tired, too.Rosalie caressed her cheek. "Goodnight, my darling. Go to sleep."-Rosalie returned to her room, took a shower, and laid on the bed. Theodo
Their parent-child bonding efforts officially began the next day.Rosalie brought Jake to the theme park. In the beginning, Jake felt rather stiff and reserved. It was his first time alone with his mom, after all.As time went by, Rosalie's earnestness, concern, and gentle patience with him slowly opened him up.They sat on the carousel, drove the bumper cars, rode on the Viking ship, zoomed down slides, bounced on the trampolines, and sailed on mini-boats. They had a whale of a time.Jake was covered with sweat, but he was so happy, he didn't want the day to end.He had grown closer to his mom, so much so that he would jump into her arms, hugging her and asking for kisses.Rosalie did not hold back from expressing her love for him and even carried him on her back as they continued exploring the park.Jake was very obedient and came down very soon, for fear that Rosalie might get tired. They moved on to the next attraction hand-in-hand.Rosalie found out one thing from Jake, wh
Some time later, Rosalie realized that Jake was being rather sullen.Each time she asked him whether something was wrong, he would brush her away, claiming that he was fine before running off.It was a Saturday, and Rosalie didn't need to go to work. She was seated on the couch with a book when Chelsea ran over, her braids swaying behind her. "Mommy, can you give me a hug?"How could Rosalie say no to her adorable little daughter? She shut the book and said, "But of course. Come on over."Rosalie opened her arms, very willing to show Chelsea affection.Chelsea crawled up onto the couch happily, sitting on Rosalie's lap and diving into her embrace.Jake happened to see it all.Rosalie noticed Jake standing a short distance away and was about to say something to him when he ran off.The smile on Rosalie's face faded as a look of worry took over.At night, Rosalie put Chelsea under Theodore's care and went to Jake, wanting to speak to him alone."Jake, what's with you recently
A gentle breeze lifted the curtains slightly in the deep of the night.Rosalie laid in Theodore's embrace, panting slightly. Her cheek leaned against his chest, feeling his heart pounding heavily, and her cheeks flushed.She never expected this day to come between her and Theodore, yet everything happened in a flash. He went to bed with her just like that, bewitched and completely infatuated with her.Although they were once husband and wife and had been intimate countless times, this felt different from the last. Things felt more intense this time around."Rose, are you happy?"Although Theodore's liver had been doing well over the last three months of recuperation, he was still worried that his fitness level might be affected before his liver was fully recovered.Rosalie gave him a slight smile. "Of course, I am. You almost crushed me."Her face flushed the moment she spoke those words. She hugged Theodore tight, feeling safe and secure.She could sense that he was telling th
"Theo, have you had a woman over the past five years?" Rosalie asked very frankly.They weren't naive young men and women but mature adults with experience in this matter.Theodore was a red-blooded young man who had his needs. Suppressing his desires, which were absolutely normal, would only jeopardize his health.Theodore was getting angry. "Am I someone like that to you, going to bed with a woman I don't love just to satisfy my physical needs?""Aren't men all like that?" Rosalie said. She didn't mean it in a scornful way but simply highlighted it as a typical observation.Lonely men and women in the city were bound to seek companionship in some places and part ways after the night.Someone as powerful and influential as Theodore wouldn't even need to go searching for someone else. Women flocked toward him like bees to honey."Why can't I be an exception?" He was in no state whatsoever to find another woman over the past five years and would always deal with his sexual desire
Time flew by, and three months later, Rosalie was fully recovered and back at work.Her colleagues welcomed her back with a bash.Everything seemed to have returned to normal.To keep Jake company, Rosalie would go back to Theodore's house every day after work. She was practically living there.Rosalie and Jake's relationship had improved over time, and they were looking more and more like they were truly mother and son.Everything was going well.At night, the four of them sat around the dining table and chatted happily with each other.After dinner, Rosalie and Theodore sat in the living room chatting. She suddenly noticed a book on the table. It looked so familiar that it caught her eye.It was the book she had written. Over the past five years, not only was she busy learning and working, but she also managed to write the book she had conceptualized and even gotten it published. However, this book was only available in Briusian and not exported to Blencalgo.Rosalie's book