Theodore's anger intensified. "Looks like Sebastian knows everything. Are you hiding something from just me? What exactly is going on? If you don't tell me, don't even think about leaving today!"He felt Rosalie hadn't told him many things. It was as if everyone else knew about her life—except him."Tell the truth! Now!" Theodore demanded. He suppressed his anger, his breath becoming rapid and his heart pounding.Rosalie lowered her head to hide the panic in her eyes, and her eyelashes trembled slightly.Sebastian, both angry and feeling sorry for her, said, "Rose, tell him! Let him know what an irresponsible man he is, and how he's pushed you to this point!""Sebastian, shut the hell up!" Theodore roared at him. "This is between Rose and me! You’re an outsider, so mind your own business!""I'm her friend, not an outsider! Clearly, you're the outsider! Forget being something ridiculous like siblings, you're divorced and not even friends!" Sebastian's tone was sarcastic, filled
Theodore stood there unmoving, staring blankly at Rosalie. He almost forgot to breathe. The seconds felt like centuries to him.His trembling lips moved slightly as he took a step toward her.Seeing this, Sebastian moved to intervene and stop Theodore from getting closer to Rosalie. However, Yuvan forcefully stopped him and didn't allow him to approach.Sebastian clenched his fists; he was about to grab Yuvan's collar and fling the latter aside, when Rosalie suddenly spoke up. "None of you come any closer!"Theodore stopped in his tracks abruptly, like a soldier instinctively obeying orders.Rosalie slowly stood up from the ground. She felt dizzy but tried hard to suppress it, not showing any discomfort. She raised her head to speak to Sebastian. "Seb, I’m sorry, but I think I need to go back and rest.""I'll send you home." Sebastian took a step forward, but Yuvan blocked him again."Get out of my way!" Sebastian balled up his fist to punch him.Although Yuvan felt a bit u
"It’s this," Rosalie began softly. "That day, I cried and begged you not to go see Cynthia, but you insisted because she was sick. I followed you in my car and saw you making promises to her. When I went back, it was raining heavily, and I fainted at the hospital entrance. I never told you about it until now, and I didn't see the point in doing so. If it weren't for Sebastian mentioning it, I would never have said anything, because I felt it was meaningless."Theodore stared at Rosalie in a daze, with mixed feelings. He opened his mouth, wanting to say something, but hesitated.Was it really about that? But why didn’t he believe it?He felt that there were other, more important matters that she wasn’t telling him. This was just one of them.Sebastian sighed inwardly. In the end, Rosalie still didn't tell Theodore.But that was for the best. Sebastian could tell that Theodore came here today on purpose. He and Rosalie were divorced, but he was still clinging to Rosalie like this.
"It's simple. You're not a good person." Theodore spat out each word through gritted teeth, eyes blazing with fury.The two men stood very close to each other.Both of them were tall, towering figures, exuding a fierce aura. When their eyes met, it seemed there was a raging fire between them.Onlookers couldn't help but feel intimidated. Afraid of being caught in their crossfire, they subconsciously moved further away.Yuvan took a few steps back. Those who knew these two men were aware that they were not to be trifled with.Sebastian narrowed his eyes, his eyes glinting dangerously. "What about you? Do you think you're a good person?" He leaned in closer, mocking, "You can't even be a good husband, so how can you be a good person? Isn't that right?"Theodore actually had the nerve to mock him for not being a good person. It was ridiculous!Sebastian might not be a good person, but that wasn't up to Theodore to say.The anger between the two men was escalating, and a fight was
"You're just a self-righteous bastard. It was a curse for her to marry you, but now, it's finally over. You two are finally divorced. If you have even a shred of conscience left, don't go and disturb her anymore. She doesn't need you!" Each of Sebastian’s words was like a sword that pierced Theodore’s heart.Those words seemed to float right before his eyes, each line vividly clear, and each word transforming into Rosalie's weary and pale face.Drenched in rain, collapsing, feverish, crying…He never knew such things happened to Rosalie.If he had known, he wouldn't have rushed there angrily to take her away that night.He wouldn't have been so harsh, and he certainly wouldn't have threatened her with divorce to force her to come back with him.He clearly saw her in tears, yet he completely disregarded it and forced her anyway.Just because he was blinded by jealousy and let his pride get the better of him…Although Theodore was unwilling to admit that what Sebastian said was
Theodore stood outside Rosalie's building.Earlier, his bodyguard informed him that she had safely arrived home. He got the address, and came here alone.So this was Rosalie's new residence. It was a very ordinary neighborhood.She preferred to move here rather than back to her own home. She didn’t want the house that used to belong to both of them anymore.He guessed that she wouldn’t want anything related to him.‘Rose, do you hate our marriage, or do you hate me as a person?’ he wondered.If she only hated the marriage, why was she still so unhappy now that they were divorced? Or was it that she hated him as a person?Was that why she blocked him? Because she wanted him out of her world?So, she hated him as a person!Theodore took out his phone from his pocket. He found Rosalie's number, and typed a message to her.He spent a long time to type this message, about ten minutes. He deleted and revised it repeatedly. In the end, he had sent only a few words.He knew Rosalie
Rosalie pulled her phone out of her pocket, and saw that it was Sebastian calling.She had completely forgotten about promising him that she would call him to tell him she had arrived safely back home.Rosalie wiped the tears from her face, took a deep breath, cleared her throat, and answered the call. “Hello.”“Rose, are you home? You didn’t call me, and I got a little worried.”Rosalie chuckled. “Thanks for your concern. I’m home. Sorry I forgot to call you.”“It’s fine, as long as you’re home. You haven’t had dinner yet. I’ll send dinner over to you.”“No need, I can prepare dinner myself. There’s lots of food in the fridge.”“Okay, then do it soon. Remember to have dinner. Don’t forget that you need to take care of your baby. Your baby will get hungry, too. You two aren’t alone, I’m around,” Sebastian said, in a voice filled with concern and tenderness.Rose covered her mouth, trying hard to muffle her sobs.Why did Sebastian show so much concern for her, care so deeply
Rosalie was panicking, and she needed a few minutes to compose herself before carefully peeking through the curtains again and looking downstairs. She saw Theodore still standing in the same spot downstairs, looking up as if he’d seen her.Rosalie was like a deer in the headlights as she closed the curtains once more.Will he come upstairs? After pondering for a moment, she pulled out her phone and dialed his number.She had blocked Theodore, and while Theodore couldn’t reach her, she could reach him if he didn’t block her.The call went through, a sign that Theodore didn’t do so.A few seconds later, his deep voice sounded through the phone. “Hey.”“Theodore Spencer, you’re a stalker! How dare you follow me home!”“Are you sure this is your home?” Theodore asked casually. “My home is wherever I’m staying at. I decide where my home is! Why did you stalk me?”“For no particular reason. I just somehow tagged along,” Theodore said leisurely. There was no panic in his voice as
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