Jordan finished her shoot and was about to grab something to eat with Jasmine.The two of them were chatting and laughing as they walked to the door when a male voice called out."Jordy."Jordan's smile froze for a moment. She turned her head and looked over.She was met with a familiar face—gentle, smiling—but it made her feel awkward.Oliver spoke first. "Your studio is doing well."Jordan hesitated for a moment before saying, "Oliver."Oliver nodded. "Since we ran into each other, how about having a meal together?"Jordan didn’t really want to. "Oliver, I’m with a friend. It’s not convenient."Oliver didn’t push. "That’s fine. Actually, seeing that you’re doing well puts me at ease. Westley is dead now. From now on, you’ll have more freedom, Jordy."Jordan was in a little bit of a daze. "Who’s dead?"Before Oliver could answer, Buck appeared in front of her."Ms. Hickey." Buck handed her a file box. "This is the property Mr. Howard arranged for you before. Please take it
Even though Jordan no longer loved him, she had spent those years with him.Even if she cried, she would have thought it was normal.But now, Jordan seemed as if her soul had been taken away. She just sat there, without sorrow or joy.Not a single tear fell.That, in turn, was even more concerning."Jordan, have a drink?"Jordan didn’t respond.Jasmine went to get two glasses and poured some wine.She also grabbed some chips to fill her stomach a little."Here." She placed the glass into Jordan’s hand.Only then did Jordan react—tilting her head back and downing it in one gulp.The same way of drinking as before.Jasmine couldn’t accompany her like this today. She needed to stay sober in case something happened to Jordan after drinking.She refilled Jordan’s glass.Drinking until she passed out would at least help her sleep and stop her from thinking too much.As they drank, Jasmine gradually moved all the food over."Frankes truly deserves its reputation as the place o
Jordan nodded slightly, and Jasmine went to fetch her some water.While Jordan drank, Jasmine grabbed a towel to wipe her sweat."Did you have a nightmare?"Jordan nodded again.She hadn’t expected Westley’s death to give her nightmares."I’m fine.""No, you’re not." Jasmine pressed her forehead against Jordan’s. "You have a fever."Jordan touched her own forehead. "It’s probably just the heat. I sweated so much, but I don’t feel uncomfortable."Jasmine handed her some clothes. "We should still go to the hospital.""We’re abroad. Seeing a doctor isn’t convenient. It’s fine—we’ll be back tomorrow."Jordan set down the glass. "I need a shower."Jasmine wasn’t at ease, so she crouched outside the bathroom door.At the same time, she ordered breakfast.Just then, she got a call."Hello, are you Jordan’s assistant?""I am.""Here’s the thing. the finals awards ceremony will be held in Frankes. Please inform Jordan."Jasmine had no idea what competition Jordan had participat
It was the day of the awards ceremony.“We’re done for, we didn’t know, and we didn’t prepare anything!”Jasmine looked at the suitcase with only a few ordinary change of clothes and wailed to the sky.“How can we go to such a grand ceremony without formal attire?”Jordan flipped through the few clothes she had brought with her.They definitely weren’t suitable for accepting an award.She thought for a moment. "When we were shopping, didn’t we see a store that makes dresses?"Jasmine replied, "There is, but it’ll definitely be expensive."Jordan had been spending a lot lately.Buying a house and opening a studio.Plus, she hadn’t been working properly because of Westley.Her available funds were a bit low.It was also inconvenient to withdraw money abroad.“Well, we still need to get two dresses, let’s go have a look.”Just as they were about to leave, they received a call from the organizers.“Jordan, we’ve had to change the location of the awards ceremony at the last m
Jordan hesitated for a long time before taking the trophy.People around her started to look over, and the audience below craned their necks to look up at the stage.They began to whisper.“As expected, no one can escape Mr. Hill’s face.”“Too bad I couldn’t be the champion this year, but I have to admit, Jordan’s work is truly superior. I can accept losing to her.”Jasmine couldn’t see the face of the presenter.The presenter had turned his back to the audience when he went up to the stage.She didn’t know much about Mr. Hill, who they were discussing.But looking at Jordan’s expression, it didn’t seem like she was captivated by his looks.It was more like she had seen a ghost.The organizers knew exactly what was going on.After all, the decision to hold the ceremony in Frankes had been Mr. Hill’s idea.A lot of money had been invested, and he insisted on presenting the award to the champion, which said a lot.“Jordan, please take the trophy first. You can say anything a
Because deep down, she believed that someone as capable as Westley would never die.That was why she was so shocked when she saw Mr. Hill.Even now, she could clearly see the differences between him and Westley, but she still felt like Westley was just disguising himself.With his skills, changing his identity would be nothing difficult.“Mr. Hill, may I ask how much you would offer for my work?”The man seemed surprised by her directness and smiled.“Ms. Hickey, feel free to name any price, I can afford it.”Jasmine didn’t understand Friastan, but seeing them converse smoothly without any issues, she didn’t interrupt.She was stunned, watching the two of them, it felt like there were even pink bubbles floating between them.Mr. Hill was really handsome.He was even more charming when he smiled.If only he didn’t look so much like Westley.“I won’t ask for too much,” said Jordan. “Just the normal price will do.”“I can offer ten times the normal price, but there is one con
Jasmine was completely stunned.Wasn’t Westley dead?Wait...They never attended his funeral, and they never saw his body.If he had staged his death, they wouldn't have known.But, was Westley going through all this trouble just to win Jordan back?Moreover, looking at Mr. Hill’s eyes and bone structure, he didn’t look like he had undergone plastic surgery.Contact lenses couldn’t possibly be that natural either.If they were similar, after a while, it was still quite obvious that there was a big difference.Mr. Hill looked like a typical Westerner.“Jordan, we should look into this matter. Don’t offend anyone. Ask your brother-in-law first. Didn’t he attend the funeral?”Jordan had been deceived for so long. While she wasn’t overly concerned about Westley, she still knew some things.She quickly stepped forward, grabbed Westley’s hair, and pressed her hand to his brow, intending to expose his plastic surgery.She stared directly into his cold, green eyes.If he was wear
“I’m very sorry too, for having such a similar face to someone like him.” He raised his hand and lightly touched his chin. “No one has ever said my face wasn’t handsome. I thought it would be an advantage to attract Ms. Hickey, but it seems...”He let out a helpless chuckle. “But I really do want to be friends with Ms. Hickey. Ms. Hickey, could you overlook my face in the spirit of my sincerity?”Jordan felt that because he had this face and was overly forward with her, it made her think that Westley was pretending to be Mr. Hill, trying to entangle her.But some of his actions didn’t seem to match that.Of course, Westley had a strong learning ability, so it was possible that during their time apart, he had been preparing for this.However...Even with plastic surgery, there was no way for the recovery to be this quick in just a few months.Moreover, she really didn’t see any signs of surgery.Regardless, keeping her distance seemed like the best choice.“If Mr. Hill likes my
"You claimed to be fair, only trusted your own investigation results, not just believing hearsay, didn't you?"What he said was actually in line with what she had hoped for.It was also a beautiful wish of hers.But in this world, many things were not absolutely fair.Her job was to serve the people and provide justice to the best of her ability.However, she would never trust what anyone else said, she needed to look into things herself, and only after solid evidence would she act.Whitney could tell that he wasn't complimenting her, but mocking her, which made her feel somewhat ashamed."As for your situation, I've been biased from the start."Mainly because, she didn't plan on getting involved with Caleb.She didn't need to stand up for him.She had no interest in what kind of person Caleb was.So, she never thought that those rumors about him would become the trigger for him being angry with her."Sorry."Caleb seemed to have realized what she was thinking earlier.He
"I think this is a good start," she told Charlotte.They were together, and Charlotte sat close to her, looking at her phone."It’s a good thing that she’s being sincere to us, but the most important thing is that you need to trade sincerity with Caleb."Jane pondered for a moment. "Then how should I reply?""Let her ask Caleb directly."Jane nodded. "I still don't really understand why he's like this, you should just ask him directly, communication between the two of you is still important."Whitney stared at the reply for a long time, then looked at Caleb.It seemed like he was really asleep, there was no movement from him.She wondered if it was not good to wake him up?Maybe she should wait until he woke up?Caleb hadn't actually fallen asleep, there was a pressure building in his chest, how could he sleep?He wasn’t really a generous person.So he saw Whitney holding her phone and looking at him.In the end, he compromised.She didn't even know why he was mad at her.
He took out a small cushion and placed it on the table, then told her, "Put your hand here."Whitney did as instructed.Tanner began to check her pulse, her expression slightly solemn."Your health is so poor?"Tanner opened a cabinet, took out two small bottles, one green and one milky white."The green one, take two pills every day, after breakfast and dinner. The milky white one, take three times a day, before meals.""After finishing them, come back for a check-up."She took out her phone. "Add me on WhatsApp."Whitney quickly took out her phone and added Tanner on WhatsApp."If you feel uncomfortable, just send me a message, I'll reply."Whitney obediently nodded.Tanner smiled. "You're really cute."Caleb crossed his arms, smiling in a half-amused way. "I really suspect you like women."Tanner remained indifferent, firing back, "If I liked women, would your wife be willing to give me a chance?""Dream on." Caleb grabbed Whitney and they left.It was said that Tanne
He didn't let her say a word, but when he exhausted her to the point of collapse, he made her call him "honey."She stayed silent, and he tormented her.In the end, she had no choice but to reluctantly utter the words."H-honey..."Westley was satisfied, knowing there would be plenty of chances in the future for her to call him that.Whitney went to the hotel, changed out of her dress, removed her makeup, and washed up. She then changed into more comfortable clothes and started packing her luggage.But she was stopped by Caleb."We’re not heading back yet.""What?"Caleb grabbed her arm, pulling her up, and they directly headed out.Whitney figured he had plans and didn't ask further.Once they were in the car, Caleb explained, "Tanner is in Nelana. She's not easy to approach. After you've seen her, we'll head back."Whitney didn't say anything, mainly because she didn't have much say in the matter.She could focus on recovering her health.After all, she needed to be hea
"What are you doing?"Jordan was both angry and anxious, her face completely red.Westley smiled. "What do you think?""Stop messing around! We still need to go toast the guests.""Exactly." The man pinched the satin ribbon behind her back. "How can you wear the toasting dress if you don't take off the wedding dress?"The wedding dress was too heavy, and with him pressing on her, Jordan couldn't break free."You want to do it yourself, but you can’t."In the end, Jordan was stripped down to just her undergarments and was forcibly changed into the toasting dress.Seizing the right moment, she immediately broke free from Westley and opened the door, about to run out.Westley quickly grabbed her and carried her back. "Your makeup is ruined."‘Whose fault is it that my makeup is ruined?’Jordan stomped hard on his foot. "You’re so annoying!""Already annoyed right after the wedding?" Westley sat her down on the edge of the bed, opened the makeup bag, and took out a lipstick. "I
Westley had someone distribute the wedding sweets. He carried Jordan into the hotel and delivered her to the bridal rest room.Jane and the others had already been waiting."So, what's up, Westley? As your sister-in-law, I took your big envelope, and I didn't make things difficult for you, did I?"What could Westley say? "Thank you, Jane.""Jordy's wedding shoes?"Jane and Charlotte each handed him one of the shoes.Westley crouched down and carefully put them on Jordan."I'm going to be busy up front, I'll wait for you."Jordan nodded. "Okay."After Westley left, Jane and Charlotte helped her change into the wedding dress.Whitney also helped.Caleb brought her to the wedding venue, and while they were waiting in the rest room, Jane explained to her.The reason they arrived here first was that everything had been arranged in advance, and it was intentionally done this way.She actually found it quite interesting."Whit." Jane patted her shoulder. "This is a good way to
Even the foundation couldn't hide the pink flush spreading on her cheeks.Jordan knew she was rather introverted, and without Jane and Charlotte there to back her up, this felt like hell to her."Westley!""Yes!"Jordan was amused by him and forgot what she was about to say.Westley stepped forward, kneeling on one knee, preparing to go through the motions.Whitney quickly tried to stop him, but was pulled away by Caleb."This won't do..." She struggled, but couldn't fight against the man's strength.Only Jordan and Westley were left in the bedroom.The man kneeled beside the bed and handed her the bouquet. "Dear Mrs. Howard, please come home with me."Jordan took the bouquet, revealing her small feet from under the large skirt."I don't have shoes on."Westley asked, "How can I find your shoes?""You're asking me?""Yes.""Well, I can't tell you."Westley knew it wasn't going to be that easy.Even if Jane and Charlotte were kept busy, with their family status, how cou
"They're here, they're here," Charlotte called out, urging Whitney to quickly close the bedroom door.Whitney said, "Jane hasn't come in yet.""If she's slower than Westley, it means she's caught up in something," replied Charlotte."But isn’t Zachary afraid of angering Jane by helping Westley like this?"Charlotte smiled. "This is a wedding. Blocking the door is just for fun. We won’t really make it hard for the groom to take the bride away."Whitney only then realized what they were doing. "Sorry.""It's fine, you've never had a wedding, so it's normal," Charlotte reassured her."So, what should I do now?"Charlotte said, "Just cooperate with me.""Don't be too formal, it's not a big deal."At that moment, Westley knocked on the door. "What does Mrs. Smith want? Feel free to name your price."Charlotte laughed. "Mr. Howard always reads people well and is full of schemes. Why don't you try guessing?"Frank had already come over, but he looked lazy and still had no energy.
Westley seemed not to hear Zachary's words and asked him if his clothes were alright and whether his tie was crooked.Zachary couldn't be bothered to respond.Frank didn't even bother to lift his eyelids.At that moment, Caleb stepped forward and adjusted Westley's tie and collar, smiling faintly.Westley understood. "Carter will come to the wedding. I'm certain of it."Caleb then asked, "With the relationship between Mr. Greyson and Mr. Howard, why isn't he coming as a groomsman?""He doesn't get along well with my wife.""Because of Mandy?"Westley nodded. "Mandy and my wife were good friends during their teenage years."Actually, Jordan wasn't someone who held grudges, but he couldn't let anything go wrong at the wedding.Originally, it didn't matter whether Carter came or not.If it weren't for Caleb, he wouldn't have insisted on having Carter attend.Caleb understood.The sky gradually brightened.Whitney stood at the door, waiting for news from Jane.Suddenly, some