“What does trash like, you know? Let go of my hand this instant, you pervert. First, you marry my daughter and then seduce my youngest, and now you have your eyes on me? Get out of here!” Julie screamed at Blake, releasing her hand from his.Blake was taken aback by Julie’s outburst and only smiled. He thought she was pretty cute when she pouted.“I tried. I’m dammed if I do and dammed if I don’t. So I’ll leave the dishes for later. Are you ready, Tabitha? I’ll drop you off.” Blake asked and started to head to the door, with Tabitha following.“Oh, I almost forgot!” Blake yelled and returned to Julie’s side and planted a kiss on Julie’s cheek.“Bye, Mom,” Blake said, leaving the astonished woman wide-eyed over what had happened. This was the first time Blake had ever kissed her.“AUGHH! I’VE BEEN VIOLATED BY TRASH! I NEED TO TAKE ANOTHER BATH! AUGH!” Julie screamed that could be heard outside as Blake and Tabitha got into the rental and drove out.“Calm down, mother. It was only a pec
“That’s fine. They have done excellent work in reworking the zen garden. I will let the Collin family know of my satisfaction.” Blake said as he walked back into the lobby where the Prince of Swanville, Denis Syrum, was waiting by the elevator to go up.“Ah, boss, you’re here. I was on my way up. This is the finest imperial jade on the market.” He said as he handed the case to Blake.When Blake opened the case, numerous pieces of imperial jade were inside. They all had a vibrant green color and a translucent smooth feel. The main thing was that the Qi it gave off was powerful, making it look like they were glowing.“What beautiful stones.” Betty could help herself from exclaiming when she saw the jade.“This case alone houses the best jade in the state and is valued at six point five million,” Denis said proudly.“Thank you for bringing it to me at such short notice, and thank your father for me,” Blake said as he closed the case. It brings Betty’s eyes back to reality when the case i
Blake awoke to pots and dishes being moved around, leaving his room with a robe. He was met with Tabby on the couch and Tabitha in the kitchen.“Morning, Tabby. What’s all this?” Blake asked Tabby, who was watching a Saturday morning program.“She wanted to treat you to breakfast for saving our mom and for just being you,” Tabby replied, still looking at the program.Blake smiled and went into the bathroom to wash up, and when he returned, breakfast was made. He sat at the counter and looked over his meal, and it was a simple meal of eggs, bacon, and toast with a cup of coffee.“Thank you, Tabitha, but you didn’t have to trouble yourself.”“It may not be as good as yours, but I wanted to thank you for saving mom. I know she can be a pain, but she is still my mom, and you went out of your way and rescued her from her plight.” Tabitha replied as she cleaned the pots she had used and tidied up the kitchen.“We’re family. It’s what I must do,” Blake replied back.When Tabitha was going to
“I wouldn’t call this the slums mom, much less middle class.” Tabitha began her argument when Blake interrupted.“Tabitha, could you give me a hand in the kitchen?”Tabitha left them and followed Blake into the kitchen holding a few dishes. Blake placed everything on the counter when they entered and turned to her.“Tabitha, I know you want to defend me but look at how adamant they are. Nothing you say will change their mind, so let’s drop it. It’s not worth it.” Blake explained that he felt it would be futile to try and explain if they were that convinced in their lie.“You’re right, and the truth will eventually come out. I hope it doesn’t bite them in the ass when it does.” Tabitha replied after sighing.Blake smiled, finished putting the leftovers into the fridge, and washed the remaining dishes. He then headed out with Tabitha in tow, not explaining anything to the mother and daughter left behind.Claire looked at the two leaving, and only then did she notice the green ring on Ta
“I’ll be meeting him Monday after he arrives from his trip and inviting him over so we can properly thank him,” Claire said casually as if it was no big deal to invite another man to their home.Blake oversaw the delivery of the truck’s arrival and placed them on charge. Entering the building, he sees Tabitha helping Sara with the employees receiving their work uniforms.“Attention, everyone. Can I have your attention?” Blake yelled over the chatter of the employees’ enthusiasm over the changes.“Thank you. Now I need six volunteers for a particular work assignment.” When three men and three women were chosen, he met them in his office and explained that they would be the new drivers for Lous Suites’ new chauffeured department. He had thought it over and decided that six would be better than only three.They were ecstatic over the news that they would work for a prestigious hotel like the Lotus Suits. Who wouldn’t want to work for a five-star hotel? After they got all the information,
Claire then grabbed her hand and looked at the jade ring on her finger, which glowed with soft light, and as Claire looked into it, it was suddenly swept with warmth throughout her body, and her eyes shined emerald for a second and returned to her natural color. The spirit Qi from the ring entered Claire and began to circulate into her meridians, then entered her heart, giving her a pleasant feeling.“Where did you get this ring? You should know that you should never place it on this ring finger until you get married.” Claire said, pulling herself out of the trance.“It was given to me by my brother and specially made for me.” Tabitha proudly said, showing the ring off.Joan looked at the jade ring and gasped. She was familiar with precious stones and jewelry, and this was an imperial jade ring worth a million. The craftsmanship to produce a ring like this was a genius of a crafter.“Darling, you said Blake gave you this? Could you tell me where he bought such a ring?” Asked Joan.“I
Tabitha walked in and saw the gifts that Blake had bought and smiled. “What a beautiful bracelet mom, and that pendant do enhance your outfit, Claire. Blake will swoon over you while you wear it.” “What nonsense are you spouting? This has got to be one of your sister’s admirers who gifted these. What has that good-for-nothing ever accomplished and given to this family? Let me say this: you must stop all this foolishness and stay away from Blake. He’s not good for your image. Just look at this bracelet. How could someone like him ever afford something this exquisite unless he stole it.” Julie went on a barrage of remarks against Blake. “Mom, I happen to know….” Tabitha was about to say they were from Blake, but he entered at that moment. “Is everyone ready? We don’t want to be late for dinner.” Blake said and walked towards the front door to leave when his mother-in-law stopped him. “And where do you think you are going dressed like that?” “Why, to the Weston dinner. Tabitha invit
“And why couldn’t Blake have gifted it?” Claire asked, starting to get upset.“Ha, ha, don’t make me laugh. How could a delivery person making a thousand a week afford a lavish gift like that?” Henry responded.“Well, Blake is no longer just a delivery person. He owns the delivery service now and will reopen it Tuesday.” Claire refuted Henry. Blake was taken aback; this was the first time Claire had stood up for him, and a warm feeling overcame him.“All the more that he couldn’t afford it. How could he if the business isn’t even opened yet?”“There’s no use explaining it to you. Come, Blake. Grandfather is probably waiting for us, and we’ve wasted our time as it is.” Claire said, pulling Blake with her into the estate. Henry shook his head in disbelief, and Samantha had a wicked grin as they followed.When they entered the foyer where they had first met. Claire let Blake’s hand go with her blushing and turned toward him—allowing Henry and Samantha to enter the dining room before Clai