The night was hazy.The light in the bedroom dimmed.Her mind was turned into mush by his kisses, leaving no room for her to think about anything else.She didn't know when their place turned into a bed.She summed it up and concluded that Manuel's kissing skills were too superior for her to resist.In the darkness, he said something.The desire on her face was strong, and she hadn't had a chance to respond to him yet.He had already been picked up by him.He was deeply involved in it, how could he let her go...In the early morning, Britney, who woke up groggily, felt unbearable pain in her waist.Muttering under his breath, he turned over and got out of bed.What kind of man did she end up marrying?After finishing washing up, changing into clean clothes, and putting on light makeup, I went downstairs.Unexpectedly, Manuel was not present."Where is Manuel?" Britney asked, sitting in the glass dining room."Mr. Castro went to work early in the morning," Parker replied respectfully,
Britney didn't waste much breath in the previous stage."Most of us received the invitation sent by Blueheart Company, so we should have guessed what their company does. Their main business projects are almost the same as ours. Now they are aggressively poaching our company's personnel, and it is not ruled out that they will also poach talents from other similar companies.""And as our new product is about to be released, everyone is well aware that the quantity has been reduced by half from our original estimate, and there is no time to add additional orders. Both the chairman and I are worried, so we all together discussed contingency plans, just in case."In response to Britney's question, everyone chimed in one after another. After nearly two hours of discussion, we still couldn't come up with a suitable strategy.Glancing at the time, it had already been over half an hour past the end of work.Britney closed the documents and announced, "Today
Britney reluctantly engaged in a conversation with Conrad, even though she had no desire to be there in the first place. However, she knew that Conrad's public provocation was meant to force her to show up and confront him. Otherwise, his actions would surely become even more audacious until she was compelled to step forward.In fact, in business competition, there are all kinds of opponents! But it is rare to find someone like the Schwartz family who did it so well...After all, harming others does not benefit oneself. Poaching talents from other companies also leaves a bad reputation.But Britney also realized that the Schwartz family wanted to take advantage of this method to forcefully settle in. Although it is not desirable, it is also an understandable approach... an approach that cannot be ignored."You could say that." Conrad shrugged, then asked, "Are you interested in collaborating? Maybe we are a perfect match in business...""If I don't
Conrad heard Stephanie's words, took a deep breath, and walked towards her."Don't cry! Your body hasn't fully recovered yet. The doctor advised you to rest well, so you shouldn't cry. Don't be too sad either, okay?"For Stephanie, he had no feelings, but since they were still together, he should still take care of her emotions."But... but they are our flesh and blood, how can I not be sad?" Stephanie leaned against Conrad's chest, her heart skipping a beat as she saw him in his white casual suit.She believed that no one knew Conrad better than she did.If he were at work, he would definitely not be wearing such an outfit."Being sad is not good for your physical recovery," Conrad said.Stephanie couldn't think of anything else in her mind now, let alone whether he was a child or not. She only wanted to know where he had gone."Conrad, why did you only come back now? I get scared when I'm alone, afraid that the child will com
"What happened?"Britney asked with some urgency."I'm not exactly sure about the specifics. All I know is that the people from the Police have requested all the senior officials to gather in the small conference room for a discussion. It's been half an hour, and no one has come out," Malia said. As soon as she received the information below, she immediately informed the team leader.What situation could make the police mobilize to the company, and even have a conversation with the senior management, and even the chairman? Unless there is a suspicion of crime, it would not happen like this.Britney immediately stopped her work, furrowing her brows, "Come with me and see for yourself."The matter was definitely not simple.Throughout the journey, Britney could feel that the work atmosphere in the company was oppressive. It was evident that the leaders being openly called in for questioning by the Police had made everyone fearful.Arriv
"Regarding the large sums of money being given to managers, it has nothing to do with me," Quinten said. "I have never done such a thing, and the Hammond Group has been minimally involved in the materials being reviewed for Hudson. I admit that there have been instances of treating clients to meals and making small gestures in the management area, but it is absolutely impossible to constitute bribery, let alone the accused 9 million dollars.""So this time we were framed and set up?" Britney looked at Quinten.I also breathed a sigh of relief in my heart.She actually knows that businessmen sometimes do shady things to win over clients for their own interests, such as bribery. Especially in the management area... She is worried that her father is really involved or on the edge of conscience. If it is true, then even with great abilities, it may not be able to help her father avoid imprisonment. But now that her father has vetoed it, the incident is not valid, so
"Diana, when did I ever deceive you? Look, I am standing here in front of you perfectly fine," Quinten pulled Diana closer, comforting her."But the news said it was quite serious.""You have to trust your husband," Quinten said. "After all these years, don't you know me yet? How could I possibly do such a thing?"Diana's eyes turned red, "Hmm. It's good that you didn't do it... I was really afraid that something would happen to you."After speaking, unable to restrain their emotions, tears started to fall."You see, how come you started crying while talking!" Quinten tenderly wiped Diana's tears."Quinten, you couldn't have had something happen."Britney watched the interaction between her parents.A flicker in the heart.A person's life is really good, just like this.At least, she felt that it was fine to live a plain and ordinary life.Suddenly, the phone she was holding in her hand vibrated. She looked
Britney was not mincing her words.Geovanni has been released on bail by Maxwell and Jamiya. Although the amount was substantial, it was worth it when spent on their son.The hatred towards Britney just kept growing...Britney couldn't wait any longer to see Quinten go to jail, and she imagined the scene of him falling from the sky to the ground. It must have been quite a sight...However, they came over today and they didn't expect Britney to be there as well."Britney, what do you think you are? How dare you accuse my son!" Jamiya persisted, "Maxwell, are you just going to let this little bitch talk about our son like that?""See off the guest," Quinten said firmly, showing no mercy.His daughter couldn't tolerate them speaking ill of others."Please!" the butler stepped forward."Quinten, you've done well! Indulging your daughter, dealing with my son, making me lose money. I won't let it go just like that. And I advis
Skyler had fallen asleep, but her mind remained alert. After all, Raiden had left a psychological scar on her today.As soon as Raiden mentioned being hungry, she couldn't help but complain to herself. He hadn't felt hungry earlier, and now, suddenly, he was.But despite the resentment in her heart, she didn’t dare voice it. After all, he was the young master, and she was just a servant..."Should I heat it up for you?" Since this "ancestor" had called for her, it was clear he wouldn’t do it himself. And it was late, so the other family members had likely already gone to sleep.Sure enough, the young master kicked his feet and said, "Should I do it myself?" If he was going to do it himself, why bother calling her? The real reason was that he couldn’t sleep and, seeing her sleep soundly beside him, a psychological urge stirred within him.If he couldn’t sleep, neither should she. It was a kind of unhealthy mentality.He wanted to wake her up
Skyler finally had the chance to observe the entire room. The decor was simple yet refined.A large sky-blue bed, a desk with a desktop LCD computer, and some model decorations—all expensive just at a glance. It matched his unruly personality well. However, it was clear he didn’t come home often; everything here still looked brand new."Where are you sleeping? Why are you asking me?"Since his father let her move in, he must have arranged a place for her."Do you have an extra blanket? I’ll sleep on the floor."The bed was big enough for two people, and she had slept with him before—otherwise, how would she have gotten pregnant? But at this moment, she didn’t dare sleep with him. She hadn’t forgotten the way he had looked downstairs, as if he wanted to devour her alive.She didn’t dare provoke him again, afraid that if she shared a bed with him, she might not even know how she died.She knew t
"Do you think you've found yourself a backer now? Is that why you feel so important?"Raiden’s tone was full of sarcasm.He looked exactly like a little kid afraid of losing his father's love.It’s often said that women mature faster than men, and Skyler was one of those women. She could see exactly what Raiden was upset about, and a smile tugged at her lips."No, Mr.Calderon! My biggest backer is you," Skyler admitted her mistake.Like hell he’d believe that! The innocence she had before was completely gone now.Raiden let out a cold snort and sneered, "Skyler, I didn't expect your appetite to be this big. First, you took my house, and now, in the blink of an eye, you've managed to squeeze a fortune out of my dad. Did your brain suddenly become enlightened? You’re making money at an impressive speed!""Mr.Calderon, I did go back on my word in this matter. I’m sorry! Here’s the key to the house you
Every parent, when talking about their child, always wears the kindest smile. Frankie was no exception. And when he thought about the fact that he would soon become a grandfather, his mood improved even more.Feeling good, he couldn’t help but chat a little more with Skyler.As Frankie flipped through old photos of Raiden’s childhood and talked about his younger days, Skyler truly saw how adorable he had been as a child.Uncle Calderon wasn’t lying—Mr.Calderon had been handsome since he was little.Big eyes, double eyelids, a high nose bridge, rosy lips, pearly white teeth, and fair skin—all combined with that charmingly arrogant expression…Skyler subconsciously placed her hand on her belly, wondering if the baby inside would be just as good-looking. If it were a girl and took after Mr.Calderon, she certainly wouldn’t be unattractive."Master, dinner is ready!" a servant came forward and announced.
"She should take a good look at herself! She doesn't want to marry me?" Raiden shouted.Who did she think she was? And who was he? Since when did a woman have the right to reject him?Since he was old enough to understand things, he had been surrounded by countless women, all vying for his attention. Which woman didn't want to marry him?Raiden sneered internally. This woman was definitely playing hard to get in front of his father, trying to win his favor so that he would pressure him into marrying her.I didn't see this coming.Skyler, so you dare play tricks on me!Skyler shivered slightly under Raiden’s sharp gaze. Was it a crime now to not want to marry him?Frankie stepped forward and kicked his own son. "And you should take a good look at yourself!"That kick wasn’t light. Raiden gasped in pain and quickly pulled his leg back to clutch it.Damn it!He was almost thirty, yet his old man still kicked him with
When Raiden walked in, he actually found that woman in his house!Without a word, he rushed up to her, grabbed her wrist, and started dragging her outside with large strides."Mr.Calderon, what are you doing?" Caught off guard by his strength, Skyler’s wrist throbbed in pain as she frowned and couldn't help but cry out."Don't ask, just come with me!"As soon as Raiden received a call from the person he had arranged to take Skyler to the hospital, he rushed back immediately.He had sent her to get an abortion, and she was already on the operating table—yet somehow, the old trickster in his family had intercepted her! Just thinking about how the plan was almost completed but was suddenly interrupted made him incredibly frustrated.How could he not know what that old fox was scheming?For the past few years, every time he returned home, the old man would pester him about marriage. Eventually, he got so fed up that he outrigh
Frankie was setting up Skyler, but unfortunately, she was too young and inexperienced to realize it. She had never encountered such schemes before, let alone faced an old fox like Frankie.At first, Skyler had no idea who had decided against her abortion. It wasn’t until she had spoken with Frankie for a while that she finally understood—it was the old master himself who wanted to keep his grandchild.She had already promised Raiden that she would terminate the pregnancy, and she had struggled internally for a long time. But in the end, her heart leaned toward keeping the child.“However, I have three conditions.”“Go ahead, go ahead…” Frankie was so delighted that she had agreed that he would have accepted a hundred conditions if necessary.“First, after the child is born, I want to be able to visit them whenever I wish. But you can rest assured—I will only be visiting the child and will have
Raiden’s Father...Hearing Frankie's words, Skyler couldn't help but look up. He wasn’t like what she had imagined. The middle-aged man in front of her was well-maintained, looking energetic and full of vitality. His smile was warm and friendly. There were indeed some resemblances between him and Raiden—he must have been quite a charming man in his younger years.Seeing her subtly relax, Frankie chuckled, “What do you think? Not quite what you imagined, right?”Having her thoughts seen through so easily, Skyler blushed, feeling slightly embarrassed. “It’s a bit different from what I expected,” she admitted.“Sit down and talk. I’m not used to looking up at people while speaking.” Frankie deliberately said this, knowing that otherwise, she wouldn’t sit down.Just as he had anticipated, Skyler realized that standing while talking to someone like this was somewhat impolite. Beside
Skyler looked at the cold, sterile operating table, her steps heavy as she walked over and lay down with the nurse’s help. Staring at her still-flat stomach, she silently whispered to the tiny life inside her, "Baby, I'm sorry."He had been so well-behaved. She had heard that during the first three months of pregnancy, morning sickness was common, sometimes severe enough to make one feel like the world was spinning. Yet, she hadn’t experienced any of that—she felt just like a normal person. She knew her baby must be a very obedient child.Unfortunately, she had no ability to keep him. If she forced his birth, he would only suffer alongside her.So, I’m sorry. It’s because I’m not brave enough…She had never intended to keep this child, but that didn’t mean she had no feelings for him. He was, after all, her own flesh and blood."Miss Oneal, we’re going to administer the anesthesia now. Try to r