Eunice's response was evasive, but it told Yasmin what she needed to know: Erinnyes' business had indeed taken a hit, and now customers were refusing to do business with them. Eunice must have had her plate full dealing with such matters.Yasmin immediately apologized, "You must be busy these days. I'm sorry I asked you out for tea when you barely have time to sort through the mess at work.""Oh, it's fine. We get a two-hour lunch break anyway. Besides, I could use a breather." Eunice comforted her gently, "Yaz, don't worry about the business. Yes, a few business dealings were called off, but that's about it. Besides, not a lot of customers want to give me trouble seeing as I'm Mortimer's wife.""Thanks for picking up after me, Eunice," Yasmin said with a sigh. These were the only words she could offer Eunice.At that moment, the waiter came by their table with fruit tea and shortcakes. Eunice said, "That's enough moping for now, Yaz. Let's cheer up and indulge in desserts."Rea
The sticky fruit tea and freezing ice cubes splashed all over Lizzie's white fur coat. It was winter, and some ice cubes slipped into her collar, making her gasp from the cold."What are you doing?" Lizzie's white fur coat was now ruined. She turned to glare at Eunice.Eunice replied, "Sorry, my hand slipped. How much was this coat? I'll pay you for it."With that, Eunice pulled out her checkbook, ever ready to write Lizzie a check. This was the confidence that money could buy.Yasmin watched the scene from the side, feeling a surge of satisfaction. She had tolerated Lizzie's sharp tongue for too long. It was time someone put her in her place.Yasmin reached for the glass of lemon tea beside her and dumped it over Lizzie's head, adding some color to her coat and hair.Lizzie was so cold that she staggered back a few steps. A lemon slice hit her in the eye, ruining her meticulously done makeup.She swiped at it with her hand, her long hair dripping with the sweet, cold liquid.
Yasmin no longer politely addressed Annalise as "Mrs. Ford".Yasmin was now completely disappointed in her. In the past, she might have felt guilty toward Annalise. However, after being hurt repeatedly, Yasmin had lost all affection for her.Since the Starr family and the Ford family were destined to be enemies, she did not need to endure any more humiliation.Annalise's chest heaved with anger. "I'm the one who's been pressuring you over and over again. Why haven't you come after me?"Have you ever wondered why I keep doing this? My only wish is for you to leave Blake. Why are you so shameless that you would refuse to give up on Blake?"Yasmin laughed mockingly at that. She was about to respond, but Eunice stepped in front of her. "Mrs. Ford, you should talk to Blake about this. Yaz was all set to go abroad, but Blake rushed to the hospital and brought her back. What did Yaz do wrong? It's your son who won't let her go."Annalise retorted, "It's because she used some petty tri
Annalise smirked as she questioned, "Anything I say now is useless to you?""Madam Annalise, we're just following orders. Why make it difficult for us?" Tyler's tone was calm as he spoke.After that, he turned to Yasmin and Eunice. "Madam Yasmin, it's not safe here. Let's head back."Yasmin and Eunice followed Tyler out. They were surrounded by the remaining bodyguards, and no one dared to stop them.Once they left, Marie rose from the floor. She held her aching waist and coldly addressed Annalise, "Annalise, are you just going to let her bully you like this?""Blake's dead set on being with that woman. What else can I do?" Annalise huffed. Then, she stepped away.…Lately, everyone at Windmere Group had been busy—including Blake.When Blake finally returned home, it was already 8:00 pm.The villa was dim, with no lights turned on.Blake's heart started to race, and he quickly ascended the stairs. He pushed open the bedroom door and saw Yasmin lying in bed, which eased him so
Blake lived in this house that felt like a lonely grave. He had tasted the bitterness of longing and regret. Thus, he would not let Yasmin leave him again.To Yasmin, Blake's words sounded like imprisonment. She felt a chill creep down her spine just then. She asked softly, "What happens after I get pregnant?""After you get pregnant, we'll live here forever. We'll be so happy…" Blake envisioned their future together.But that future was a nightmare for Yasmin. If she became pregnant, she would never be able to leave.Yasmin shook her head in panic. She reasoned, "Blake, it's impossible. Your family hates me. If we have a child, it will only bring us more pain."Just because Blake liked her now didn't mean he would never regret it. Yasmin wondered what would happen if his feelings faded and he regretted everything in the future. Would he end up resenting their child, seeing them as the product of a cursed union?The more Yasmin thought about it, the more terrified she became.
When Ivan phoned Yasmin again, she was sitting in the yard, lost in thought."Yasmin, have you made up your mind?" Ivan asked.Yasmin gazed at the darkening sky, a clear sign that it was about to rain. Then, she slowly nodded. "Yes, I have made up my mind."With things finally boiling over, Yasmin resolved to take a chance for her future. She didn't want to be imprisoned here forever.Ivan nodded in understanding. "Alright, Yasmin. You need to find a document of Blake's and photograph its contents for me."Yasmin remained silent for a long while.Ivan reassured her gently, "Yasmin, if you don't want to do this, I won't pressure you."After pondering for a long time, Yasmin asked hesitantly, "Will this really not have a significant impact on him?""It won't. Given his capabilities, this will just be a minor incident for him. You can rest assured," Ivan replied confidently.After repeatedly considering it, Yasmin finally nodded in agreement. "Okay, wait for my message."Ivan
Blake held Yasmin close, his large hand moving to her lower abdomen to gently massage it. "Can't sleep because of the pain?"Yasmin didn't dare pull away from him. She lay stiffly in his arms and said, "It's okay, I was just falling asleep."Her voice was delicate and gentle. It tugged at Blake's heart. Blake was feeling somewhat unsettled. He leaned down to kiss her forehead gently, whispering, "Go to sleep."All night, he kept massaging her stomach. Yasmin had planned to get up once Blake fell asleep to photograph his document and send it over to Ivan. However, every time his hand stopped and she tried to move, he would wake up and continue massaging her stomach.Blake was a light sleeper; he was always on high alert. If she acted rashly, he could catch her in the act.She knew that she couldn't complete her task that night, so she finally relaxed and fell asleep in Blake's arms. They spent the night wrapped around each other.…The next morning, Yasmin woke up to find Bla
After Blake left, Yasmin headed out again.She went to the mall and bought various supplements and skincare products. She intended to bring them all to Eunice at Erinnyes."Eunice, this is a moisturizing cream to use in the morning. This one is a night cream, make sure you use it before bed. These are probiotics, they help with the baby's gut health," Yasmin explained without a break. She held up various items, introducing them to Eunice one by one.Eunice looked puzzled. Confused, she asked, "Yaz, what are you doing?"Yasmin smiled and replied, "I'm bringing you gifts. You've been in postpartum care for so long, and I haven't gotten you anything. So, I took the chance to get you these today.""But why do I feel like you're bidding me farewell?" Eunice inexplicably had a strange premonition. "Are you planning something?"Yasmin hesitated for a moment, then laughed. "No, I'm just bored lately. I went to the mall and thought of getting you some gifts.""What about what happened