"Grandma, you said that he went out early this morning?"Violet was still anxious as she blurted out, "Yes! He said that he wanted to surprise you since it's the first Easter since you and him are official."He wanted to give you space and let you celebrate New Year with your colleagues and friends. That's why he only went to you today."He didn't even have his breakfast before he left this morning. When Lincoln came back just now, he told me that Liam didn't have his lunch and dinner as well, just so he could have a meal with you. "Where could he have gone? Surely he won't get into trouble again?"Violet's nagging continued to sound through the phone. However, Lana was too upset and filled with self-blame to listen to what Violet had to say.Lana had noticed that Liam seemed off earlier. He was practically pale from hunger. Even though he had come here to reunite with her, she ended up making him leave in anger.As she put herself in his shoes, Lana thought that she would be d
After Lana brought Liam home and had him shower, she immediately went to the kitchen to cook for him.To Liam's surprise, Lana had magically whipped up four dishes and a soup for him by the time he came out of the shower. She prepared honey orange shrimp, crab omelet, roast quail, braised collard greens, and a pot of rich chicken broth.While the portions were not big, the dishes looked exquisite. Just the smell alone was making Liam's mouth water.Liam had never had much of an appetite for food. Before meeting Lana, he mostly ate whatever the chef at home cooked. However, ever since he got to know Lana, he surprisingly became picky about food. Lately, he often thought the chef in the company's cafeteria needed replacing. How could the food the chef prepared taste so bad anyway?"What are you looking at?" Lana brought the chicken broth from the kitchen. When she noticed Liam standing beside the dining table and observing the dishes, she immediately seated him at the table.
"Why did you throw it?" Lana ran over to pick up what Liam flung aside. "No matter what, it's a gift from Grandma!" she berated. Violet was doing everything possible to have a great-grandchild as soon as possible. She actually gifted something like this to the couple! How did she even get her hands on the lingerie anyway?Speaking of this, Lincoln had something to get off his chest! The 30-year-old man was thoroughly embarrassed just to buy this thing. Still, what was important now was whether the recipient was willing to use it.Lana picked up the lingerie set and looked at it from every angle, intrigued. "I have to say, it's a pretty color.""Are you going to wear it, then?"It was Lana's turn to feel embarrassed when she heard those words. She was so startled that her hands shook, and she dropped the colorful lingerie set.It was true that she had followed her heart when she decided to date Liam. However, she didn't think she would be giving herself to him so quickly.
When John woke up and saw Lana, his heart immediately sank.He was too foolish. To be fair, there had been clues that Lana was his former aunt-in-law. He had just let love cloud his judgment and never realized it.The first time he could've realized it was when Liam showed up when he delivered the package to Lana. Next was at his birthday party when Liam, who usually kept a low profile, kissed Lana in public. He should've known!His uncle would never try to steal his woman, so John thought the kiss was purely for the game. In the end, he was the one who was stealing Liam's woman. How ironic!"John, are you feeling any better?" Lana crouched in front of him with her hand on his wrist. She seemed to be checking his pulse.John didn't know how to face Lana. He turned away and said coldly, "Thank you for inviting me here to tell me this shocking news."Lana fell silent.She didn't specifically bring John here to shock him. All she wanted was to discuss a collaboration with him.
Lana never expected to meet her idol, Xander, in such an awkward situation. She also never imagined that he would come to her aid. She was so surprised that she just stood there, grinning like a fool. Setting aside everything else, Xander was the only man Lana had ever liked in her life. Apart from Liam, of course.Xander was also one of the guests at tonight's charity gala. He was known for being dedicated to his work, as well as generous with his fans and subordinates. He also had an impeccable reputation in the entertainment industry. No scandal had ever followed him.If that was all there was to him, he wouldn't be worth Lana's affection. After all, there were many stars in the entertainment industry who were equally successful.What made Xander special was that, despite being a top actor, he was still devoted to helping various disadvantaged groups. For this purpose, he even built a retirement home for lonely and elderly folks to enjoy their later years. His kindness ex
Whether it was because they had a pleasant conversation or to appease Mandy, Xander chose to sit with Mandy and Lana during the charity gala.Tonight's charity gala was one of the most iconic events in Dawsbury City every year. It gathered numerous celebrities, wealthy individuals, and socialites.The charity auction held during the evening was the highlight of the event. Each guest would contribute a cherished item to be auctioned off, raising funds for those in need.Mandy hadn't been back to her home country for a long time, and this evening marked her first public appearance since her return. Many friends from the industry came to greet her. She was also busy catching up with various acquaintances.Xander had a more laid-back attitude. In reality, he was a bit shy, waiting for others to approach him and start a conversation. In the meantime, he remained relaxed. Lana, who was sitting next to him, was too intimidated to even breathe. She kept discreetly observing her idol up
Mandy was having a pleasant conversation with the renowned director, Oscar Wagner. Both of them were hoping to collaborate with each other, but they lacked the opportunity. Today, they finally crossed paths. So, it was only natural for them to have a good conversation and try to secure a collaboration.When Lana brought Romelius over, she happened to see Mandy almost resting her head on Oscar's shoulder with a smile. She also noticed that Romelius' usually gentle expression suddenly turned inscrutable. Even his gaze grew colder. Seeing Oscar holding Mandy's hand, Romelius seemed to wish he could just chop it off right there.This was not normal!Romelius' reaction wasn't what you'd expect from a brother toward his sister. Moreover, his puzzling demeanor whenever he saw Mandy was baffling. Did these two share some undisclosed secrets?However, Lana wasn't one to pry into other people's personal affairs. She didn't want to get involved in other people's business. Instead, s
The other party was an internationally renowned scientist. Carol and Chris wouldn't be so tactless as to snatch something Romelius' beloved daughter liked.Carol and Chris smiled at each other. "Rosa, you're overthinking. We won't take something that someone else loves."Only then did Rosa sigh in relief.Tonight, she absolutely must win. Since arriving, she had already contacted those interested in bidding for these jewelry pieces. She had asked them not to compete with her, and they dared not challenge her.After the host's lengthy introduction, they finally entered the highly anticipated auction event. Initially, the items auctioned were of little interest and were sold at very low prices. Mandy won the bid for a calligraphy and painting set. For her auction, she had donated a luxurious costume she wore in her first drama series. Such used clothing was typically of little value and would remain in the exhibition hall. After all, most people wouldn't touch such items.But