Sebastian’s handsome face turned cold.Austin could feel the change in the atmosphere and shrugged in defeat. “Although you’re her father, you’re still not compatible with her. There’s no use in glaring at me like that.”Sebastian got up suddenly and left the hospital without another word.…Joseph parked his car in the parking lot.The trio entered the living room and was met with Cheryl, who was just coming down the stairs. She was wearing a beige dress and looked like a gentle goddess, but her image changed when she started speaking, “How did it go, Joseph, Tammy? Did that old fart mention anything about giving the child back?”Tamara’s heart twisted when she heard this, but she didn’t want to worry Cheryl. Her lips quirked up. “We didn’t get to meet him this time. I’ll try again tomorrow.”Cheryl looked to Joseph for confirmation, and he nodded along, “Tammy’s right.”“Are you shitting me? Don’t you know to get your story straight before telling a lie? That old fart must ha
Margot didn’t think they should continue with this topic or the secret might be out.“Alright, I’m tired. Let’s sleep.” Margot turned around.Tamara stared at Margot’s back, suspicions growing within her.Margot was acting strange.…At the Custry manor.Sebastian arrived home and stopped the car at the gate. An attendant came forward and drove the car to the parking lot.Just as he entered, a delicate figure threw itself at him. “You’re home, Seb. Why are you home so late?”Joanne smiled up at Sebastian and reached out to take Sebastian’s coat.Sebastian gave her a cold look and glanced at Joanne’s hand with his sharp eyes. “Fuck off!”Joanne paused and pouted. “Why are you being so mean, Seb? I didn’t do anything to you.”“That’s right, Seb. Anne has been waiting for you to come home for dinner. Why are you back so late?” Sandy huffed at Sebastian, giving him a displeasing look.A cold aura surrounded Sebastian as his cold gaze scanned Joanne, and his voice was void of an
Sandy had a dark look on her face. All of a sudden, she saw Joanne standing by the stairs. Joanne was looking at her in disbelief as tears streamed down her face.“Didn’t I tell you to have dinner, Anne?” Sandy immediately crept closer and wiped the tears from Joanne’s face.“He doesn’t want to marry me, Mom. Why doesn’t he want to marry me?” Joanne was bawling her eyes out.Sandy didn’t know what to say.“It must be because of that bitch Tamara!” Joanne suddenly remembered Tamara. “I heard she’s back, Mom. What if she wants to take Seb from me? Seb is mine! He’s mine!”Sandy narrowed her eyes darkly. “Then we have to make sure that won’t happen. I’ll hire some people to stop the news from spreading tomorrow. There’s a gathering tomorrow. I’ll invite Cheryl over. Tamara will surely tag along as well.”A cruel glint glowed within Joanne’s eyes. “She won’t take Seb from me!”…The next morning.Tamara opened her eyes and stretched. She turned and saw that Margot was still sound
The cold water slid down Tamara’s face. Tamara shut her eyes and only came back to her senses after a few seconds.When Tamara opened her eyes again, she saw Joanne smiling triumphantly at her with a cup in her hand.“Do you think I’ll be scared of you just because you’re part of the Moore family now? If you know what’s best for you, I suggest you stay away from Seb. He’s my fiance!” declared Joanne arrogantly. The sudden change of events left the crowd in shock. Cheryl never thought Joanne would pull such a bold move. Cheryl’s face darkened as she stomped over.However, even if she was quick to react, someone was quicker.Tamara’s drenched face was ice-cold. She took a step forward and slapped Joanne across the face.The loud slap echoed through the room.“You bitch! How dare you hit me…” Jonne was in disbelief. Before she could finish her sentence, Tamara went up to her again and pulled her hair. Tamara dragged her to the restroom and pressed her head down against the sink. S
Cheryl continued, “Oh, I just remembered. The son you brought home is Tammy’s ex-husband. They even had children together. If Tammy were to go looking for him, do you think he’ll get back with Tammy?”After she was done, Cheryl covered a hand over her mouth. “Oh my! If that were the case, Tammy will become the mistress of the house, won’t she? Will you still be able to stay with the Custry family then?”“Impossible!” roared Sandy.In the face of Cheryl’s mockery, Sandy grew agitated. “Seb divorced that woman. My daughter is his fiancee. They’ll get married sooner or later. Stop with the nonsense, Cheryl. Who’d want a used woman like her?”A slap echoed throughout the room, and the crowd widened their eyes at the sound.Cheryl clapped Sandy!Sandy was the honored Mrs. Custry!The Custry family was more powerful than the Moore family. This was a declaration of war!Even Sandy was stunned as she touched her face. It wasn’t until the pain coursed through her that she widened her ey
At the same time, at a hospital owned by Morrison Corporation.Elijah was in the doctor’s office.The doctor started fearfully, “Sir, I’ve contacted all the donors around the country, but none of them are compatible with Miss Melly. She’s still young and has a weak immune system. If this drags on, I’m afraid…”Elijah’s wrinkled face fell as he glanced at the doctor coldly. Even though he wasn’t saying anything, his domineering aura was enough to suffocate everyone in the room.Sweat started to form on the doctor’s forehead.Just then, a nurse came in. “It’s an emergency, doctor! Miss Melly’s condition has worsened!”The doctor immediately ran out. Melanie had been brought to the operating room.Elijah got up and followed the doctor out. He stared at the unconscious little girl with furrowed eyebrows.His gaze landed on the bodyguard as he ordered cruelly, “Gather everyone that works for Morrison Corporation. Get all of their blood samples!”“Yes!” The bodyguard obeyed.Anothe
Margot choked.She was drinking her juice when she heard that and almost spat out her drink. Everyone’s gazes landed on her, especially Tamara, who stared at Margot in confusion. “Why are you so agitated?”Margot chirped immediately, “I choked on my drink.”“Is that so?” Tamara narrowed her eyes.“It is,” confirmed Margot.Tamara stared wordlessly at Margot for a few moments.She retracted her gaze and did not question it any further.Tamara was sure Margot knew who Mr. Custry was or Margot wouldn’t have created an opportunity for them to be alone.But Tamara didn’t care about that.Sebastian was the only man she loved.Even if Margot tried to set her up with another man, Tamara would not accept him.“Grandma, Uncle Jon, Aunt Cheryl, I’m a little tired. I’ll be retiring to my room.” Tamara stood up.“Alright.” Cheryl nodded.Margot stood up too. “I’ll go with Tamara.”Cheryl sighed helplessly as she watched the two girls retreat upstairs.Old Mrs. Moore was confused by
Tamara nodded. “Of course, I’m curious.”“Then get close to him. Once you do, you’ll have your chance of seeing what’s underneath the mask.” Margot continued, “I’m also curious about what he looks like. Tell me all about it once you see it.”Tamara felt a little lost. “Let’s give it a rest. I haven’t made a decision yet.”Margot’s eyes shone with amusement. This was all she could do for Sebastian.Tamara was indeed tired. She got up and threw herself onto her bed.When Tamara woke up from her nap, she saw Thomas sitting on the couch beside the bed. He was having a video call.“Caleb…”“Why are you home so early?” Tamara called out as she sat up. Thomas was attending kindergarten, and it was only two in the afternoon. Why was he home so early?“Mommy, I already know everything they’re teaching me and grew bored staying there, so I came back.” Caleb blinked up at Tamara with innocent eyes.Tamara stared wordlessly at her son.She closed her eyes in defeat.“Mommy, I’m having