"Are you discussing my promise to treat you to a meal? Aren't you back in the capital now? I'll contact you when I—" "No. It's not about that," the man interjected quickly."Then, is this about Kevin? Did something happen to Kevin at school?""No. Actually, I wanted us to talk about business. A friend told me you're looking for a partner to collaborate with. I have the skills you need."Regina paused for a moment. "But aren't you a teacher?""Actually, that's not my main job. I work in a company. What if we discuss the details in person? Coincidentally, I'm still in town A.""Alright. Can I choose the location and we meet later for lunch?""Okay, Send me a message when you've chosen the place. See you later," Evan concluded the call.Regina sent a message asking her secretary to make a reservation."Regina Tan, are you going to waste money again by booking reservations for personal matters? Just do it yourself."Regina replied irritably. "This is for business purposes, I'm meeting so
"Why are they looking at me like that?" Regina wondered as she shopped at a toy store, noticing the curious stares directed her way.Feigning indifference, Regina continued browsing despite her exhaustion. She was determined to buy a toy before heading back to her apartment."Isn't she the woman who had an affair with someone else's husband? I feel so sorry for Henry Jian, who always seems so devoted to his wife.""Shh, keep your voice down. She might sue us. You know what Miss Tan is like."Regina turned toward the two young women gossiping about her. They quickly hurried away, pretending they hadn't said anything.Regina put down the toy she had been holding and reached into her bag for her phone. She checked the latest news trends and was stunned by what she read.Her phone rang, displaying Henry's name. Regina answered without hesitation. Henry's voice was loud and furious, "Regina Tan, didn't I warn you? I told you not to be alone with that man!"Regina replied calmly, "Why are y
Kevin shook his head gently, "That's not it, sorry, I didn't mean to say that about you, Mom. Please don't be mad."Regina looked at Kevin with regret. "Kevin, forgive me for yelling at you. I just felt more emotional because of the argument earlier...""Yeah, Mom. I get it. You're not like that anymore, unlike before."Regina gently stroked Kevin's head. "Are you talking about the first time we met or do you have another mother before me?"Kevin tightly sealed his lips, his actions always like this, every time it was mentioned. Regina felt curious, but until when should she wait for this child to speak? Regina asked people to investigate Kevin's background, but found nothing."Mom, why are you and Dad fighting again? Dad seems even angrier than usual this time," Kevin asked, changing the subject."Kevin, no need to think about adult problems. Have you eaten? Want to go to a restaurant?"Kevin shook his head. "You must be tired, Mom. Let's just go to home. If I get hungry, we can order
Regina shoved Henry forcefully and slapped him. "Stop it, Henry! Don't you dare think you can use me as your punching bag!" Regina exclaimed, her face and eyes red with anger.The slap from Regina brought Henry back to his senses slightly. "Regina, you! How dare you slap me!""Henry, I've told you before, I'm not some easy girl who will tolerate your disrespectful behavior!" Regina glared at him sharply. "You can have the room all to yourself, I'll sleep in Kevin's room.""Hey, Regina. What's really going on? Why are you so angry? Shouldn't I be the one angry?" Henry reached for Regina's hand, but was harshly rebuffed."Don't you realize what you've done? Henry, you're a jerk!" Regina lashed out with emotion."Are you daring to insult your husband?!" Henry stared at her sharply.Regina ignored him. She left Henry there and went into Kevin's room. "Kevin, are you asleep? Can mommy sleep here?"Kevin, still half-asleep, made room for Regina. "Yes, mommy can sleep here."Regina lay down.
"CEO Tan, I'm sorry, but you cannot meet with our company's CEO without scheduling an appointment, and our CEO has stated that they have declined a meeting with your company," the receptionist conveyed politely.Regina stared at the receptionist with a sharp gaze. "Please inform your company's CEO that Regina Grace Tan will not give up so easily. I am willing to wait here until they give me the opportunity to speak.""CEO Tan, please don't make our job difficult. The CEO will not appreciate your overly assertive attitude like this. Could you please just go back?" The receptionist urged."Didn't you hear what I said? I will wait here until your CEO arrives!" Regina asserted."CEO Tan, it turns out you are more uncivilized than I thought."Regina turned to an older man. "CEO Jung, I apologize for the inconvenience, but allow me to speak with you about the project." Regina approached."It seems I have spoken clearly enough not to discuss this,
"I'll consider working with you, but accompany me tonight!" Her secretary read it aloud. Regina snatched her phone back."CEO Tan, so that's your way to get an opportunity from CEO Jung? Are you selling your body for business? Not satisfied with just CEO Jian, you're eyeing others too. Truly greedy." Her secretary handed Regina her phone back.Regina slapped her secretary hard. Enraged, Regina snapped, "Watch your words. I'd never sell myself for business. Just because I'm often silent doesn't mean you can speak ill of me."Her secretary winced from the sting of Regina's slap. "How dare you slap me! Just admit it, you always resort to dirty tactics. You can't do anything but serve men."The secretary attempted to slap back, but Regina evaded it. Not to be outdone, their hands tangled in each other's hair. Regina retaliated, both pulling at each other's hair.Mr. Tan entered the room. "What's going on? Are you children?" Mr. Tan loved to intervene i
The man suddenly wiped his cheek. "What happened to you? Who dared to hurt you?" Regina brushed his hand away. "It's not important. I need to tell you that I--" "I already know what you want to say. I've ordered the food." The handsome man with black hair raised his hand to call the waiter. "Bring the special dishes I requested." The waiter nodded, and soon the food arrived in quick succession. Regina looked at the man with mixed feelings. "Henry, I want us to talk seriously!" "We'll discuss business after we finish this dinner." Henry spoke with full attention. He turned to the waiter. "Could you help me buy some wound ointment? Keep the change." Henry handed over a large bill. "Henry, I'm really fine." "The cut on your cheek is too bad to be called fine. I don't like seeing even the slightest pain on you; I feel it too." Regina looked away. Henry must be doing this just to look good. The waiter finally left. "You've done enough pretending." "There are still many people watchi
Regina hesitated as she stared at her phone. "Henry, I'll think about everything we've discussed later." Henry reached for Regina's phone. "If you answer this call, you'll change your mind. I know you've already made your decision, right?" He turned off the phone. Regina looked at Henry, her eyes searching. "Do you think this is easy for me? Henry, if you were in my position, would you leave everything to join another company? You'd be losing your family too." "Regina, I left my family and my home because my parents tried to control me. Isn't that enough? I could have left my company, but the company I run today is successful because of my efforts at a young age, overcoming many obstacles. If you want to be more successful, you have to leave." Henry's gaze was serious, his face emotionless, masking his true feelings. Regina stared at Henry coldly, hiding her true emotions. "Henry, don't assume everyone is like you."