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
Dorian was looking at Jean with worry in his eyes. It was like he was afraid that she and Tyler had really fought. Jean tried to relax and smiled lightly. "No, we didn't fight. It's just that your dad is too busy with work, so I have to take care of you."Dorian looked around him curiously. "Then why aren't we at Teak Villa?"Pursing her lips, Jean said, "Because your father and I haven't remarried yet. If we stay together, people will talk."Besides, I want you to be happy. But if your dad and I are not suited for each other, we'll keep fighting even when we're together. Then, everyone will be unhappy."Dorian understood her and nodded."I have friends whose parents always fight."She was worried that Dorian would find it hard to accept that she and Tyler had problems.It seemed that Dorian was strong.But the more mature and stronger a child was, the more one's heart would ache.If time could be turned back, Jean would wish that she'd never left Henkel five years ago.If
Two weeks later, there was finally an outcome to Tyler's situation.Jean saw online that a lot of superiors in Henkel were demoted, some even fired.A lot of the people holding management positions in Larson Group were fired too.The management team of the chemical plant was sentenced to prison because they had created a threat to public safety.Meanwhile, Larson Group was faced with a billion-dollar fine.Jean sighed in relief to see that Tyler was fine, only hit financially.The moment the matter was settled, Tyler went to Jean's apartment to take Dorian.It had been a while since Dorian had seen him. When he saw Tyler, he ran straight into his arms."Dad!"Tyler had turned pale during this period. While looking at him, Jean said, "Dorian has missed you a lot these few weeks. If possible, you should spend more time with him. I'll come to take him next week."Tyler took over the bag that Jean handed him, maintaining a calm expression. "Alright."He did not look at her for l
Coleen was extremely upset with Jean, so she did not hold back her words.A glimmer of a smile appeared in Esme's eyes when Coleen said that. But seeing that Tyler looked unhappy, she said, "Let's not put it that way, Aunt Coleen. No matter what, she's Dorian's mother. We should prioritize harmonious relationships."Coleen sighed. She looked at Tyler, upset, and said, "I can count on you for being mature."Smiling, Esme said, "Alright, let's not talk about it anymore. Dorian will be sad if he hears it."Tyler looked at Coleen indifferently. "She never agreed to be with me in the first place. It's not because of that matter."Coleen's gaze sharpened. She was even unhappier now.Judy saw this and said, "Esme is still here. We won't talk about this anymore."Esme smiled, then swept a nonchalant glance at Tyler. When she saw him so quiet, she grew a little upset.After dinner, Tyler and Esme took Dorian away.Esme looked at Dorian, who was already half-asleep in the back seat. Lig
Esme went to Tyler's side with a smile. "Tyler, can we take Dorian out tomorrow?"Tyler looked at the time and got up from the sofa, saying coldly, "We'll see."He left, immediately distancing himself from her.Esme saw that Tyler was obviously resistant toward her. Her expression shifted slightly, but she regained control of her emotions quickly.Esme was used to seeing his cold side all these years. She didn't feel disappointed at all.She sat where Tyler had been sitting before, determination flashing in her eyes.Albert came down from the stairs and said flatly, "Ms. Page, your room is ready."Nodding, she got up slowly from the sofa. "Thank you, Mr. Anders."Albert heard how polite she was being and immediately lowered his head. Respectfully, he said, "You needn't be so polite, Ms. Page. This is just my job."Smiling, Esme walked past him.Albert kept his head low without looking at her. He felt that she had indeed changed over the years.Back then, she was a spoiled pr