When Joyce spotted Tyler and Jean, her expression shifted at once. She left Glenn behind and drove away.Jean was nonchalant as she watched Joyce drive away in a panic.Joyce was no longer as sassy and confident as she had once been when she was famous.Glenn was left behind. He began walking alone, but then, a few reporters chased after him. He was soon surrounded by them.Jean was incredibly calm. Looking at Tyler, she said, "Let's go."Tyler nodded and held her hand, tightening his grip. It was like he'd sensed the sadness in her heart and wanted to provide her with some warmth.Jean felt his care for her. Once they got into the car, she said, "I had always envied Joyce. I was envious that she could get everyone's attention and was nurtured carefully. Now that I'm seeing her like this, all of the hurt I felt has disappeared."Joyce was misled by Dorothy's parenting since young. That was why she turned out to be like this.Tyler gazed at her deeply and said in a low voice, "I
With Tyler's intervention, the situation was somewhat controlled and the news didn't spread.However, the news about Glenn scheming against the Elstons was still trending.After preparing Tyler's medicine, Jean brought it to his study.Tyler finished his medicine and looked at Jean. "Jean, can I stop taking the medicine? It's too bitter."Hearing Tyler's words, Jean sighed and replied softly, "Well, it's not impossible. Let's have the family doctor come over and assess your recovery."If he says your body is doing well, you can stop taking the medicine."She sounded calm yet disappointed.Tyler immediately grasped Jean's hand and said earnestly, "Jean, can you please not move out of Teak Villa even after I stop taking the medicine?"Jean frowned. Hearing Tyler's pleading voice, she said, "We're not a married couple. It wouldn't be suitable for us to live here together for an extended period."I've already talked to Dorian. He can stay with you on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fri
The three days were particularly agonizing for Tyler, but they seemed to pass by quickly for Jean.On the first day, Tyler left for work as usual. As he walked out of the Teak Villa, he didn't remind Jean to bring him his medicine. Instead, he asked, "What's your decision?"A faint smile crept across Jean's face when she heard Tyler's words.Tyler saw her smile and thought she might agree to his proposal. He prepared to embrace Jean, but she only replied with four words, "I haven't decided yet."The brief joy and happiness which flashed in Tyler's eyes vanished instantly. He said softly, "Take your time to think about it."Jean nodded and watched Tyler get into his car.Carrying his backpack, Dorian came out of the house with Albert. Seeing that Tyler had already left and Jean seemed happy, Dorian immediately approached her. He asked, "Mom, did you agree to Dad's proposal?"Jean raised an eyebrow and glanced at Dorian. Noticing his hopeful expression, she turned to him and sai
Lillian took a deep breath. She wanted to get closer to Jean and provoke her, but she never thought that she would be the one taken aback.Just then, Tyler exited the meeting room.The staff from the executive office immediately approached to report."Ms. Michaels and Ms. Page have been in your office for quite some time."Tyler's face fell when he heard this. He swiftly headed toward his office.Lilian saw Tyler hurrying over. They locked eyes briefly, and she could sense the displeasure in Tyler's gaze. It was as if he was reprimanding her for entering his office.A hint of hurt flashed in her eyes. Over the years, she had always felt like a special presence to Tyler. But now, she realized that Jean was the one who held that special place.Gritting her teeth inwardly, she watched Tyler. There was a trace of resentment in her gaze, but she rose from the couch and said calmly, "I came to collect the personnel transfer documents."She struggled to contain her emotions, hopin
Not long after Jean left the premises of Larson Group, she received Dorothy's call.Her eyes darkened when she saw the name of the caller ID.She immediately rejected the call. However, Dorothy didn't give up and called again.Frowning, Jean answered the call.Dorothy sobbed as she said, "Jean, come home and visit your sister. She attempted to kill herself today."Jean's expression turned solemn as she heard Dorothy's words.Joyce attempted suicide?She didn't believe it."Call the police if she really wants to commit suicide or send her to the hospital. I'm not a doctor."Jean sounded surprisingly calm.Hearing what Jean said, Dorothy quickly added, "Jean, she's cutting her wrist. Please hurry back. After all, she's your sister."A hint of doubt flashed across Jean's eyes when she heard Dorothy's tearful voice. She said solemnly, "I'll send a doctor there."After saying that, she hung up.Noticing that Jean had hung up, Dorothy panicked.Joyce was still grabbing a piec
Expressionless, Luke exited the Michaels' family residence.Everybody knew Jean had a strained relationship with her family. Judging from what happened today, it was evident why things weren't harmonious within the family.As Luke was about to get in the car, he heard the sound of objects being smashed in the living room. A tinge of embarrassment flashed across Dorothy's eyes. Before she could say anything, Luke said, "Madam, you should probably go in first."Dorothy forced a smile and reluctantly turned to enter the house.Inside the living room, chaos reigned. Raging, Joyce smashed what remained of the decorations.Dorothy entered the house with a dark face. She strode toward Joyce and slapped her across the face.Joyce didn't expect that coming, and her face fell. Caught off guard, she fell to the ground. Her palm landed on the broken glass shards scattered on the floor, causing her to bleed.Joyce winced in pain, her face turning pale. She quickly pulled her hand away
Jean drove straight to the hospital. A crowd of reporters had gathered at the entrance. She had to park her car at the back door and enter the hospital through a side door.Joyce was still being treated in the emergency room.As Jean approached, Dorothy rushed toward her. She cried and threw herself onto Jean."Jean, please save your sister."Jean's face darkened as she saw Dorothy crying so hard that she was on the brink of passing out. She said calmly, "Let's wait for the doctor to come out and see what they say."She remained composed. She saw Timothy sitting on a chair, looking anxious. Ignoring him, she helped Dorothy to a nearby chair."Your sister is too stubborn. Jean, she's a competitive person. She's never faced such humiliation in all these years. Why …"Why would you want to kill her?"Jean's eyes turned a shade darker when she heard that. She said, "I've never done anything to harm her."Dorothy was slightly stunned upon hearing that. She continued, "But your sist
Dorothy was infuriated by Timothy shifting all the blame onto her shoulders. She glared at him and retorted with frustration, "All you know how to do is blame me, huh?"Hearing the argument between Timothy and Dorothy, Joyce couldn't care less. She shifted her gaze away from them.Timothy couldn't win the argument against Dorothy, so he said furiously, "That's enough. Let's not argue anymore."Although Dorothy felt dissatisfied, she decided to remain silent.Outside the hospital, Jean left through a side exit. She wanted to get her car, but she sensed someone following her halfway there.A sense of unease washed over her, and she quickened her pace. Suddenly, she felt a violent blow to the back of her head. It caused her to lose consciousness and collapse.A fierce glint appeared in Barnabas' eyes after he saw Jean fall. He immediately picked her up, placed her in his car, and drove away. He took her to an unregistered motel.There were hardly any guards at the entrance. The