What made things worse was that when Rosalie heard what he said, she actually felt a small morsel of joy knowing that Theodore came looking for her. Did that mean he still loved her? Did he get Aurora to come put on an act for her?But it was all too late. That joy was overwhelmed by harsh reality. It was impossible for her and Theodore. The only thing she could do was to attack him with cruel words and dash his hopes."Theodore Spencer, don't hurt Seb. You don't feel good about what happened, is that it? Yes, I chose Seb before. You can hate me or do whatever you want to me, but can you please don't hurt him? This has nothing to do with him! Seb himself was a victim. It was harrowing for him too. Blame me if you must, hit me instead if it makes you feel better, but can you please don't lay a finger on him?"Theodore clenched his fists, his heart breaking into a million pieces. Rosalie was always defending Sebastian, sometimes to an unreasonable degree.Theodore saw the smirk on
Before, Sebastian really did frame Theodore.If Sebastian hadn't confessed his mistake, Rosalie might have misunderstood Theodore until now.Now that she thought about what happened, she found it rather scary. If Sebastian could do it once, what was stopping him from doing it again?But with no surveillance cameras around this time, she didn't know the truth about what happened.She didn't want to see Theodore in such a terrible light, but all the more she didn't want to think so badly of Sebastian.One of the two of them was bound to be in the wrong.Who exactly was it? Rosalie wanted to get to the bottom of it.She selfishly wished Sebastian was at fault because she didn't want to be disappointed by Theodore yet again. "Rose, I admit I did say something to him, but that's because he humiliated you and I was so angry about it. I didn't expect him to pounce at me and punch me. Of course I had to hit him back! Trust me, what I said is true," Sebastian said. "You said someth
He admitted he took things too far when he said those words, but he had done that out of anger and didn't mean them.However, people often quote things out of context without any care for the complete truth."Sebastian Carter, why did you just record this part? You should play our entire conversation and let them hear what you said!" Theodore roared.He stormed forward, trying to snatch Sebastian's phone away.Sebastian was still carrying the baby. He quickly retreated upon seeing Theodore charge toward him.Theodore's sudden move alarmed everyone around them. Someone even stepped forward to stop Theodore."Sebastian Carter, you lowlife! How dare you take my words out of context!" Theodore yelled angrily. "Me? Take your words out of context?" Sebastian refuted. "This was exactly what you said! How did I take it out of context? Just look at how angry you are right now. Do you have a guilty conscience because you're exposed?""Sebastian Carter, just you wait! I'll never let you
Due to the fight, Theodore and Sebastian were taken to a nearby police station.The two of them were separately interrogated and investigated. After a few hours, the police finally decided to release them.Because neither tried to evade responsibility and didn't cause any grievous harm or damage, the police handled the issue with great discretion.They issued Theodore and Sebastian a warning, demanding they adhere to the country's laws and ensure they wouldn't cause another argument. Then, the two had to sign their names.After everything was over, the police called for their family to take them home.As the situation wasn't so severe as to require bail, Rosalie and Aurora could take the two of them away after they gave their signatures.Night had fallen. The gate of the police station was a stately yet mysterious divider, separating chaos and hustle and bustle from the world.The street lamp shone weakly and solitarily, looking like a lone star in the night sky.The four of
Aurora was deeply concerned about Theodore's current condition.He continued lying on the floor silently.Aurora wanted to help him up, but she couldn't no matter how hard she tried.This house was the Spencers' property in Melrine. It was usually empty, and only the two of them stayed there. Theodore didn't want anyone to disturb him when he came, so he didn't call for any servants. The huge house felt cold and empty. Only Aurora's frightened voice bounced off the cold, hard walls."Mr. Spencer, please pull yourself together. I'm begging you, please. Don't scare me!"Aurora could see the hopelessness in his eyes, spreading across his entire being and suffocating him. It was like a door leading to endless darkness. No one how hard she tried, she couldn't bring him out of this world immersed in hopelessness.Theodore stared blankly ahead as he remained silent.Aurora leaped into his arms. "I'm begging you, please don't be like this! Rosalie isn't the only woman in this world. I
Aurora's kisses landed on Theodore's face again and again, but he gave her no response. He simply laid there unmovingly like a puppet.Aurora started tearing his suit away from him like a mad woman."Theodore Spencer, you're not a man! You're not!"She did all she could to try to tempt him.But even after all their clothes were in disarray and after leaving her marks on his hard chest, he expressed no emotions and gave no response whatsoever.The scene looked very much like she was forcing herself on him.Aurora sat on him, staring at him with tears streaming down her face."Is Rosalie Young the only woman you'll respond to in this entire world?" she cried. Theodore finally shifted his gaze to Aurora. He lifted a hand, gently wiped the tears from her face, and finally spoke. "What's the point?""Theo!" Aurora grabbed his hand and put it to her cheeks. "I'm willing, I really am! Take me, won't you? I'm begging you… Even….even if you throw me aside like a tool afterward. As l
The woman he loved was so cruel to him, while the woman he didn't love was willing to give him her whole heart. Reality always didn't match up to expectations.People always get what they don't want and never what they really want.Perhaps it's true what they always say—the grass is always greener on the other side. It is greener precisely because it's not on your side.Many are never content with what they have.Theodore got up on his feet with Aurora in his arms, and slowly walked up the stairs.When he entered a bedroom, he threw Aurora on the bed and removed his shirt. He lay on top of her and pressed her arms down the sides of her head."Aurora Payne, I want you."Men couldn't help but take pity on weak and vulnerable women. Aurora was so weak, lowly, and humble in her love. Theodore's heart wasn't made of steel. Facing such a woman, he couldn't deny he was moved. He couldn't remain hard-hearted against her, especially when his beloved woman had been so cruel to him.
"Seb, I don't want to love him anymore, I really don't. But why…why am I still in so much pain? Why!?" Rosalie wept. Sebastian gritted his teeth, fire burning in his eyes.Theodore mistreated Rosalie so much, but she still loved him and was sobbing so hard over him.Though Sebastian resented Rosalie a little, he hated Theodore even more.It was all that man's fault!What right did he have to own Rosalie's heart the whole time? He didn't have any right to it at all!Rosalie was truly a stupid woman.Despite his resentment toward her, his heart ached for her."Seb, let's get a divorce, shall we? Let's divorce." Rosalie finally spoke her mind, unable to hold herself back anymore.Sebastian was thunderstruck. "What did you say?" "Seb," Rosalie said, leaving his embrace and cupping his face. "Our marriage was a facade to begin with. Let's divorce. Going on with it is unfair to you. We're not actual husband and wife. I'm sorry, Seb. I truly am.""No, I'm not getting a divorce!"
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