Hearing his words, Jean's heart melted.Taking a deep breath, she looked at him deeply while wondering what to do.In the end, she controlled herself and said, "Mr. Larson, you're drunk."He nodded seriously, then smiled sarcastically."I'm definitely drunk. I thought you'd actually agree to it."Jean pursed her lips, saying nothing.She looked at him deeply, then sighed. "I'll send you home."Tyler frowned, looking at her. "I know you've already signed the letter of understanding and forgiven Emmett. I won't force you to do anything, Jean."Don't be so good to me if you don't love me."Jean was stunned. Then, she said nonchalantly, "Even if we were strangers, I'd still check on you if I saw you alone here at night. Don't overthink it, Mr. Larson."Tyler nodded and said, "I'm not."Jean was speechless.He looked like he was thinking clearly. She began doubting if he was really drunk.She looked at the dark sky that seemed like it might rain. A heavy emotion flashed in her
Jean pressed her hands against his chest, finally getting the chance to breathe."Tyler Larson! Don't be foolish."Tyler was breathing heavily.Nestling his head in Jean's neck, he said, "You smell so good. I want you, Jean."Jean just felt extremely uncomfortable in her neck area. Taking a deep breath, she said, "We can't be like this."Tyler held her tightly. He did nothing else, but he said a little boldly, "I held out for you for five years, Jean. How much longer do you want me to wait? I'm a man, Jean …"The way he said her name made her go numb.Pursing her lips, her hand gradually weakened.Tyler was holding her tight. When she stopped pushing him away, he rejoiced.But he was still waiting for her permission."Can I, Jean?"Jean sighed. Seeing how careful he was, she cradled her face with her hands and kissed him.With her response, Tyler's expression shifted, and he immediately became assertive.That night, Tyler finally got to experience what he hadn't in years.
Jean changed her clothes and went downstairs.When Albert saw her coming down, he went up to her and said respectfully, "Ms. Michaels, breakfast is ready. Mr. Tyler and Dorian are waiting for you in the dining room."Nodding, she smiled. "Thank you."There was a smile in Albert's eyes. "You're too kind. This is what I should be doing."She pursed her lips and gazed at him, realizing that he had indeed aged.She sighed.Tyler was right.She was Dorian's mother. She would have to take care of him in the future.All these years, she hadn't been a responsible mother. Now was a good chance to make it up to him.She went into the dining room.When Dorian saw her, he was surprised."When did you come here, Mom?"Jean sat next to him with a smile, saying gently, "I've been here for a while."So it seemed that Tyler hadn't told Dorian about her staying the night.Since Tyler hadn't mentioned it, Jean felt embarrassed and did not talk about it.After Dorian ate his breakfast happi
Timothy rarely ever called Jean.When she saw his number, she realized that she still had him saved as one of her contacts.Timothy did not really have a presence in her life as her father.She walked out of the studio to receive the call."Is something up?"Her voice was stiff. She didn't really feel anything for him.Timothy's voice was unusually energetic. "Come home this afternoon, Jean."Jean pursed her lips. She'd been wronged many times in the Michaels family. She was not going to take the bait this time."No. You can tell me everything you want to say through the phone," Jean said flatly without a shift in her expression.Timothy was silent for a while before continuing, "It's not a big deal. It's just that your mother and I filed for divorce this morning."Your sister is still in the detention center and hasn't come out yet. Although our family can never be together again, I still hope that you'll come over for a meal. Think of it as a farewell."Jean pursed her lip
Tyler got down from the car and opened the door, looking at Jean."Some things need to end. I believe that this is your chance to end it, Jean. And it'll be where your new chapter begins."Jean was slightly moved when she heard his words.He was right.After so many years, some things had to end.Timothy was right. This was indeed a farewell.From now on, she and the Michaelses would have nothing to do with each other. They would walk their own paths, never intersecting with each other.Tyler held out his hand to her.Jean put her hand in his, and they got down the car.The security guards from the entrance were all gone.The Michaelses probably didn't have the money left to keep them under their employment.Tyler took Jean into the house.When Dorothy saw that Jean had come with Tyler, she immediately put a smile on her face and greeted them."Jean, Tyler! You're here. Come in. The kitchen is still preparing dinner. We'll be able to eat very quickly."Jean walked past Do
Jean held the box tightly as she wiped away her tears.Timothy stood at the side a little helplessly. Looking at her, he said, "When the family was rich, we acquired some property. I'm thinking of giving you some of it. The rest might have to be used to pay off our debts."Jean's gaze darkened. "I don't need it. You can use it to pay off the debt. I've already gotten what's mine. I don't want anything that isn't."With that, Jean turned and left.Tyler held Dorian in his arms and followed her.When Dorothy saw her leaving, she rushed over and got down on her knees."Jean, I'm begging you, save Michaels Group. That's what your father worked his whole life for."Frowning, Jean looked at her. "What are you begging me for? Go and beg Joyce. That's the daughter you love the most."Seeing how heartless she was, Dorothy grabbed Jean's hand and continued to plead, "Jean, I know you hate me, but your father did nothing wrong."I never abused you or went against you. Just pity your gran
Tyler drove them back to Teak Villa.He parked the car in the garage, then went to open the door for Jean.Jean was holding Dorian tightly in the back seat.While looking at Teak Villa and remembering the Michaels residence, Jean felt terribly different.Everything about Teak Villa felt like it was going to devour her whole.Jean looked at Tyler for a long time before getting down the car.Tyler could tell what she was thinking, and his heart grew heavy as well.At night, Tyler went out for work.Jean and Dorian stayed behind in Teak Villa.Jean had soothed Dorian to sleep when she heard some voices downstairs.Upon walking over, Jean saw Esme, who was talking to Albert."Where's Tyler?"Albert said politely, "He's gone out on business. You can come tomorrow, Ms. Page."Esme raised her eyebrows slightly and sat on the sofa, saying, "You can prepare a guest room for me. I just got off a plane. I don't want to go back."Albert looked at her awkwardly. "It's best if you went
The next morning, Jean realized that Tyler hadn't come home the whole night.She got up and went downstairs, where she prepared breakfast before sending Dorian to school. She called Tyler, but no one picked up.Jean sighed. Then, she saw something on the news about a chemical plant exploding.It was no wonder she'd heard a loud sound at night.Jean did not know that the chemical plant had anything to do with the Larsons.She merely felt worried when she saw that the employees were hurt.When she read the report, all she saw was that the management was being investigated, and that the fire was under control.Nothing else was revealed.When Jean came to the studio, Tristan walked over. As she looked to be in low spirits, he said softly, "Jean, you've seen the news about the chemical plant exploding, haven't you?"Jean nodded. "Yes, I have."He said hurriedly, "I think this is a pretty good topic. You can prepare a script for it."Jean nodded. For whatever reason, she felt a he