"I happened to stumble upon this garden, so I planned to take a stroll and enjoy the scenery," Jean answered while staring at Joyce.Joyce wasn't sure if Jean had overheard her conversation with her lover, so she decided to probe her for an answer. "Did you hear anything, then?""What's the answer you're looking for?" Jean questioned, her calm eyes meeting Joyce's flustered expression."N-Nothing! I heard that this hotel's garden is pretty famous. Many couples love taking strolls in this garden. You know how bold some couples are. I was just worried that you might feel awkward if you happened to overhear some … indecent sounds."Joyce raised a hand to tuck a stray lock behind her ear as she spoke in faux concern for Jean.Jean's lips curled into a smirk. She didn't seem to care about Joyce's response at all."Oh? In that case, I'll be leaving now.""Why don't we chat for a moment, Jean?" Joyce said immediately. "I know you hate me, but I hope you won't hurt my son. He's innocent
Jean soon returned to the banquet hall. She remembered that Sydney had shown up at the banquet today, so she decided to discuss their upcoming collaboration with her.It was then Jean caught sight of Sydney, who even ran past her.When she turned to look in the direction Sydney was heading to, she noticed Glenn walking through a side entrance.He happened to be whispering into Sydney's ear, with his arm wrapped snugly around her waist. Sydney seemed very delighted to see him.Then, Glenn dragged Sydney aside before taking her hands lovingly. "Sydney, let's get married."Sydney looked extremely touched when she heard Glenn's proposal. She gazed back at him deeply while uttering in a quivering tone, "W-What did you just say, Glenn? Can you repeat it for me again? I … I'm worried that I might be hearing things."Sydney had been dating Glenn for many years. She had devoted a lot of effort into managing her relationship without any complaints during this period.But Glenn never bro
Tyler's voice drifted from a short distance away. Jean turned to see him approaching her, Sydney, and Glenn.She replied nonchalantly, "I was about to leave."As of now, Sydney was completely under Glenn's spell. Jean needed to locate the golden opportunity to expose Glenn's true colors in front of Sydney.Obviously, the opportunity was nowhere to be found today.Joyce had already returned to the banquet hall when Jean interrupted Sydney and Glenn's moment earlier. She was watching the entire situation play out silently from a distance away.After all, she was worried that Jean might have overheard her and Glenn's conversation in the garden. By keeping an eye on things, she'd be able to come to Glenn's aid should Jean say anything unnecessary.Unexpectedly, Tyler actually approached the group to check on Jean.Joyce quickly joined him as soon as she saw him."Tyler, Dorian and Albert have already gone home. You should—"Jean was reminded by the things Joyce had told her in the
Tyler raised an eyebrow before getting into the front passenger seat. Then, he adjusted the seat so that he could incline at a comfortable angle.Jean's car was quite small. After Tyler got into the car, he realized that the car didn't have enough leg room for his legs.The sight of Tyler suffering in his seat made Jean's lips unconsciously curl into a smile."My car's a little too small for you, Mr. Larson. I'm afraid you'll have to suffer for the time being."Tyler couldn't help but smile as well when he noticed how pleased Jean was."If you don't want me to suffer, then you should buy a new car."Jean arched a brow in response. It had been several years since they last met. She didn't remember Tyler being this shameless.How could he possibly say such things so confidently?"Sorry to burst your bubble, but I've already invested all of my savings into my production. I don't have any money to buy a new car."Tyler raised an eyebrow as well. His expression became slightly sull
Tyler gestured for Jean to enter Teak Villa. He had shed his usual cold and sharp bearing, so he looked more like a chivalrous gentleman at the moment.Jean shot Tyler a look while feeling slightly weirded out. If he had shown her this gentlemanly side consistently during the three years they were together, she would've fallen for him back then.At that moment, she felt apprehensive about the invitation. Still, she was compelled to accept it due to her thoughts about Dorian.Soon, Jean entered Teak Villa. She used to recognize every inch of the house. Now that she stepped into it, she realized that everything had changed.Even though she wanted to see Dorian very badly, she had to suppress her impatience and eagerness because of Tyler's leisurely pace.That man was known for his paranoia, after all. Jean was worried that he would start to suspect her intentions if she were to behave erratically.Not to mention, she had already lost control of her emotions at the banquet earlier.
Dorian gazed at Jean warily. A glimmer of hesitance could be seen in his eyes.Jean couldn't help but look disappointed when she noticed how silent Dorian was.She bit her bottom lip while staring at Dorian quietly. If her child were still alive, he'd be around Dorian's age. That was for sure.Jean took a deep breath in an attempt to dispel the heavy depression which weighed on her heart. Just as she was about to get up from the couch and leave, she heard Dorian's soft reply."My name is Dorian Larson. I'm four years old."All traces of delusional hope flickered out the moment Jean received Dorian's answer.She was slightly apprehensive of Joyce's answer back in the private room. There was a chance that she was lying to her, after all.But now, she believed that answer to be true because of how sincere Dorian looked.If Jean's child were still alive, he'd be five years old by now. Perhaps Dorian truly was Joyce and Tyler's son.Meanwhile, Tyler took in the drastic change of Je
As Jean stared at Dorian's eager expression, she didn't know how to answer him. She could only take a deep breath while balling her fists up.No, she couldn't turn him down at all."You can call me whenever you're bored. You remember my number, right?"Dorian nodded happily in response.For some reason, Jean felt happy and light as well when she noticed the child's delight.Soon, Dorian and Tyler walked Jean to the front door.Jean headed toward her car, her mind filled with various thoughts. Although she was reluctant to leave Dorian's side, he wasn't her son at the end of the day.Her guilt and remorse must be acting up again. If her child were still alive, he'd definitely be around Dorian's age.Dorian waved goodbye to Jean after she got into her car."Goodbye, Aunt Jean."Jean nodded while replying, "Goodbye."Then, she looked up at the sky before adding in concern, "It looks like it's about to rain soon. You should head back now."Dorian nodded again. He watched as Jea
Emmett continued to hug Jean tightly. He refused to let her break free.Both of them looked extremely close and intimate at that moment. That meant Jean could feel Emmett's warm, alcoholic breath fanning on her face every time he spoke. It was extremely uncomfortable, to say the least.Jean frowned, clearly annoyed by Emmett. "We'll only talk once you let go of me, Emmett."Emmett took full advantage of his intoxicated state, judging from his refusal to release Jean from his embrace.After all, he had been separated from her for far too long.Thank goodness he was finally free from his engagement with Alison. From now on, Emmett would never let go of Jean."Jean, let's start over as a couple. I'm going crazy without you in my life."It was true that Emmett's sanity was chipping away. If he couldn't stay with Jean, he was sure that he'd do crazier things sooner or later.Meanwhile, Jean took in Emmett's unstable state. She took a deep breath, knowing that her utmost priority w