Evelyn realized Warren had long known his mother was responsible for the near death of Simon. He just hadn't told her about it. He pretended to be Evelyn's husband before Simon, not because he worried about her. Instead, he did it to lessen the blow of his mother's wrongdoing. After all, Gloria would legally have to bear some responsibility if Simon ended up dead.A chill traveled down Evelyn's spine. She had slightly warmed up to Warren these past few days. Alas, those feelings vanished once she heard the truth. Evelyn let out a self-deprecating laugh and returned to the office with the document.Mandy sneered at Evelyn once the latter entered the office. "You've already bagged yourself the president. Do you even need the meager sum I owe you?"Evelyn snapped out of her daze and scoffed. "You can choose not to repay me. We'll just settle it at court instead.""You win, Evelyn! Give me your bank account number! I'll transfer it to you now." Mandy transferred the money and added
Even so, Evelyn didn't feel any pain. That went on until Seth noticed the blood dripping from her palm. He yelled, "Evelyn, let go!"Evelyn's entire body tremored. The more Seth tried to pry the badge from her hands, the harder she held it.Seth could only take a gentler approach and soothe her, "Evelyn, please listen to me and let go. I'll still help you win the court case without that video."The needle had already pierced into Evelyn's palm when she released her grip.Seth's heart ached when he saw that. He brought out a napkin while speaking in a hushed tone. "Hang in there. I'll remove the needle for you."Not a sound came from Evelyn as Seth pulled out the needle and applied some medication to her palm. It was like she didn't feel pain at all. What she said after Seth bandaged her hand was more shocking. "Seth, I could use a drink."…Meanwhile, Warren's friends had invited him out for drinks after work.It was slightly over 10:00 pm, but everyone's phones started rin
Evelyn slapped Warren. Although she didn't pack a strong punch, her action was extremely humiliating to Warren. After all, Warren was a big deal who stood at the top of Bramston City's social pyramid. Nobody dared to offend him. Plus, he was the Larkin family's heartless and cold scion.Death awaited anyone who dared slap him, much less insult him to his face.Even Ethan broke out in cold sweat for Evelyn. He pulled Warren away, trying to ease the latter's rage. "She probably had too much to drink. Don't get upset over the words of a drunkard, Warren. I'll have someone send you home."He was about to lead Warren away when the latter flung his arm off.A grim look shrouded Warren's face as he stared at Evelyn.Upon seeing that, Seth instantly hid Evelyn behind him. "I apologize on Evelyn's behalf, Mr. Larkin. She only said that because she drank too much."Warren's lips twitched. "You're apologizing on her behalf? Do you even have the right to?"His expression grew stormy as he
Warren's kiss was brief, but it was obvious that Warren was staking his claim over Evelyn. He nibbled her lip while huskily speaking. "Come now. Let's go home."Then, he leaned forward to pick Evelyn up in his arms. Eyes curving into a smug look, he asked Seth, "Is that enough to show she's my woman to everyone?"He didn't wait for Seth to react. Instead, he headed out the door at once.That shocked Ethan. He couldn't believe how shockingly Warren would behave once jealous. It was like he had bitten into the most sour lemon. Regardless, he patted Seth's shoulder and smilingly spoke, "Mr. Yarrow, sometimes, missing out on being with someone means you'll never get the chance to be with them ever again. "Not to mention, some people are unaware that they've fallen in love. Once they realize it, they'll become more affectionate to those they're unknowingly in love with."After saying that, Ethan whistled and casually strolled away. Only Seth remained as he watched everyone lea
It had been several days since Evelyn had seen Warren. He went abroad on a business trip with Clara. Clara had been sharing photos every day in the company group chat, and Warren was present in each one.Before long, rumors about Evelyn and Warren dating were squashed, and talk shifted to Warren and his sweetheart, Clara.Some even went to ask Gloria, but she neither confirmed nor denied it.Evelyn brushed off the gossip as mere chatter, knowing her relationship with Warren had ended long ago.Her phone buzzed on the table, breaking the quiet atmosphere. Evelyn glanced at the screen and saw it was a call from the former executive secretary, Tammy Graham. Without hesitation, she picked up."Hey, Tammy.""Evelyn, are you still at work? You better head over soon. Don't be late," Tammy's voice came through."I'm leaving right away. See you shortly."Tammy, who had previously served as Warren's executive secretary and mentored Evelyn, had transitioned into a full-time wife after m
Evelyn thought she could probably even hear her baby's heartbeat by now. Evelyn's eyes welled up with that thought in mind. She sat by the bedside, tenderly looking at the baby as she held her hand.She was so absorbed in the moment that she didn't even notice when someone entered.Clara glanced at the baby, then at Evelyn, smiling. "The baby is so adorable. Do you love children?"Without lifting her head, Evelyn replied calmly, "Whether I like children or not is none of your concern."Clara shook her head and retorted, "How can you say that? You're carrying the child that I'll raise. You may be the biological mother, but I'll be the adoptive and legal mother. Don't you understand?"Evelyn lifted her head in disbelief, and she coldly stared at Clara. "What do you mean?"Clara chuckled softly before continuing, "Have you ever wondered why Warren doesn't love you at all, yet he still had you bear his child? It's because a few years ago, I suffered a uterine injury while saving hi
The mention of a child ignited a raging fire within Evelyn.Forcefully pushing Warren away, she stepped back with a bitter smile."Mr. Larkin, you've got the wrong person. Your beloved is upstairs. If you want children, go to her. Even if I die, I won't bear your children!"With that, she turned and headed toward the backyard.His request seemed absurd and ridiculous.Warren and Clara appeared to be aligning against her. While Warren brought up the idea of surrogacy, Clara pressured her to have children with the intention of raising them herself. Frustrated, she muttered, "Warren, you jerk! It's none of my business who you want to make babies with!"Sitting alone by the pond, Evelyn quietly calmed her emotions.Memories of her past with Warren replayed incessantly in her mind."Ms. Jefferson, Warren asked me to come and comfort you. Are you okay?"Evelyn bluntly replied, "Get lost!"Clara wasn't offended. Instead, she smiled sweetly and said, "Ms. Jefferson, I realize you m
Evelyn slowly closed her eyes as her consciousness faded with her sinking body. After a while, she felt someone cradling her in their arms and giving her oxygen beneath the water.Slowly, she opened her eyes to find Warren's concerned face hovering over her.She lacked even the strength to mock herself now. Her consciousness was slipping away. Warren held her face, tirelessly performing CPR and gently patting her cheeks, but to no avail.He tried to swim upward with her, but their feet got tangled in the mud below.Their bodies were completely trapped in the mud, making it incredibly difficult to struggle free.Watching Evelyn sink deeper, Warren pulled her hand with all his might, silently urging, "Evelyn, you can't die! If you dare to die, I'll drag you back from the underworld myself!"Just then, a lifeline appeared before him. Grabbing it, he hauled Evelyn out of the mud. He swam to shore with one hand dragging her and the other clutching the rope. Once they reached