"Dorian, it's Monday tomorrow. You should go to bed soon. You've spent the whole day playing. You must be tired now," Jean said. It was a clear indicator that she didn't want to continue discussing the previous topic.Dorian was a little disappointed, but he didn't know what else to say."Mom, I'll only accept you as my mother. I won't let Dad marry anyone else," Dorian said in a low voice.After that, Dorian hung up.Holding the phone in her hand, she lost herself in thought.She remembered the determined tone in Dorian's voice, and her heart softened.She didn't care if she got to be with Tyler in the end or not at this point. All she wanted was for her son to grow up in a happy and healthy environment.Meanwhile, in Teak Villa's study, Tyler was holding his phone while looking to be deep in thought. His gaze was fixed ahead, and he had a solemn expression on his face. He kept picking up and putting down his phone.A few minutes later, his phone rang.He frowned slightly w
"Take him to the police station," Tyler ordered coldly.Nodding, Chris had the bodyguards pull the man up from the floor. Then, they proceeded to take him to the police station."Barnabas Smith, someone's here to see you," a guard from the police station said.Barnabas couldn't believe that someone would want to see him in the middle of the night. He got out of bed reluctantly, asking, "Who is it?"The guard was also clearly annoyed at being awakened in the middle of the night. "You'll find out when you see them. Stop asking," he replied.Barnabas did not dare to ask any more questions and followed the guard. When he was led to Tyler, his expression turned to one of surprise. Tyler was seated in a chair.Barnabas did not dare to make eye contact with him at all. Taking a few steps back, he said, "I don't want to meet him."The guard immediately pushed him from behind, forcing him into the seat that was opposite Tyler."Show some manners. You're currently in the safest place i
Barnabas had already suspected Joyce's motives at the time.However, if Joyce had meant to shift all the blame to him, it wasn't like he didn't have any tricks up his sleeve.Chris' expression remained mostly unchanged as he listened to what Barnabas said.HIs gaze was indifferent as he looked at the man in front of him."Talking to me about this now will serve no purpose. Since it's clear that you know this person and he's identified you as well, we believe that we've found the truth already," he said in a deep voice.After that, Chris organized all his documents and prepared to leave.Barnabas' face paled when he saw that he was about to leave. He said hurriedly, "Chris, I really wasn't involved in anything. I'm not the mastermind behind what happened. "It's Joyce. I … I was set up by her. You have to believe me."Chris stopped in his tracks and turned to look at Barnabas. He looked impassive as he said in a calm tone, "If you can't provide any evidence to prove that it was
Jean looked at Joyce calmly. Emotionlessly, she said, "I never was a parasite to the Michaels family."Joyce paused. Then, she looked scornfully at her. "You were never a parasite, you said? Then what are you? Since young, everything you ate and wore belonged to me." Jean remained collected. She noticed Joyce's face contorting with anger. She obviously intended to send the helve after the hatchet."Grandma was the one who provided for me," Jean said. "She paid for the food I ate and the things I owned since I was young. Dorothy hated Grandma. Did you think she would send money to us?"Grandma had to beg so I could have clothes to wear. Grandma worked hard as a tailor so I had allowances. I didn't spend a single penny your family gave me."And I guess I didn't have the honor to spend what you earned either! Even though I moved from the countryside into the Michaels residence, I paid my tuition fees with my own money! Dorothy didn't pay any of it. "Jean paid her tuition fees with
Eventually, everything that happened led Joyce to a point of no return.Jean fixated her calm eyes on Joyce as she shoved her hand aside.She gave Joyce a sad smile. She said, "Joyce, I hope we'll never meet again. Also, given a choice, I wouldn't have chosen to be sisters with you."Then, Jean turned and left.Dazed and in disbelief, Joyce remained in her seat.Her gaze followed Jean as she left with confident strides.Suddenly, Joyce had flashbacks. Jean was a puny, disheveled country bumpkin when she first arrived at the Michaels residence.Joyce wondered what had been in her mind then. Oh, right. She hoped her identical twin sister wouldn't humiliate her after arriving at Henkel.After all these years, Jean had gained a lot of confidence and was more composed.She never once humiliated Joyce.In contrast, Joyce's actions had been a disgrace.Finally, the authorities took Joyce away.Jean found out later that Joyce had pleaded guilty to her many wrongdoings. She also did
Those reporters were surely nothing to Tyler.Jean really didn't want to stay here any longer.Tyler saw her looking at him solemnly. He took off his coat and flung it over her. Then, he led her out with huge strides.Reporters flooded the exit.When they saw Tyler and Jean, they immediately pressed forward.Chris and the security guards stepped forward to hold them back.The reporters were all enthusiastic to get an exclusive.Their voices drowned out every other sound."Ms. Michaels, are you satisfied with the current judgment?""Will the Michaelses consider lodging an appeal?""Ms. Michaels, this …"One of the reporters broke through the crowd and stood before Jean and Tyler. He questioned her aggressively."Ms. Michaels, did you really come in between Joyce and Tyler's relationship?""Ms. Michaels, are you satisfied with the judgment? You didn't write a letter of leniency. Do you want Joyce to be sentenced to life imprisonment?""Ms. Michaels …"Tyler's face darkened
Tyler brought Jean to Aquaria Villa.Jean's expression changed when she saw the familiar surroundings.She had stayed here for several days before this. She didn't think Tyler would bring her here.She was baffled as she looked at him. She asked in a low voice, "Why did you bring me here?"Returning her gaze, he said calmly, "There may be reporters waiting near where you live. Also, they'll do anything to get an exclusive. Are you sure you can cope?"Jean felt a flicker of gratitude after listening to his explanation.What he said didn't cross her mind. She said appreciatively, "Thanks."Tyler took a deep breath when he heard her thank him. He gazed at her. "There's no need to be so distant," he said impassively.Pressing her lips together, Jean calmly replied, "It doesn't hurt to keep a proper distance. I don't want to owe you too many favors."Tyler turned gloomy when she said that looking so resolute. Seeing how she was keeping him at arm's length, his tone grew cold. "Well
Mrs. Vale nodded and smiled sheepishly. "You're the most casual lady of the house I've ever seen."Upon hearing that, Jean's expression shifted. She calmly said, "I'm not the lady of the house. I'm only staying here temporarily."Mrs. Vale smiled. She gently said, "Ms. Michaels, you must've quarreled with sir."Jean frowned. Noticing that, Mrs. Vale immediately pressed her lips together. She dared not say more about that topic. Instead, she said, "I'll get dinner ready."Nodding, Jean's gaze followed Mrs. Vale as she went to the kitchen to prepare dinner. She gathered her thoughts. She thought Mrs. Vale seemed peculiar. It was as though she was trying very hard to please Jean.But she considered it was common for an employee to try to please the employer. So, she let the thought slide.Dinner was ready an hour later. Mrs. Vale came to call Jean to the dining room for her meal.As Jean sat at the dining table, she saw Mrs. Vale standing at one side. She said, "Mrs. Vale, only t