Since these were people that Coleen trusted, Esme had to explain herself.But Jean looked at Esme pitifully and said, "I've been taking care of myself right here in Teak Villa, Esme. I haven't been anywhere."You came here in anger, but now you're saying that I'm the one who provoked you. I thought you were more rational than this. I didn't think you'd reverse the narrative."Everyone saw how Esme had walked in angrily.That was why they had waited by the door, anxious that something would happen.They knew very well what Esme was like before.Although she'd changed a lot in recent years, she still had a bit of a temper and looked down on the domestic staff."Please let go of our madam's hand, Ms. Page," the maid said boldly.Esme raised her eyebrows slightly. At the thought that these were maids that Coleen had hired, she endured her upset and let go.Retracting her arm, Jean hid behind the maid and took a deep breath. "I know you don't like me, Esme, but I don't understand w
"Don't be afraid of her, Madam.""The child in your belly is the Larsons' grandson. Making you angry and even assaulting you means that she's not even taking the Larsons seriously. Mrs. Larson Senior will not let her go."Jean pursed her lips and looked out the window. "I'm not afraid of her. I just don't want to cause trouble. The Pages and the Larsons can't fight because of this small matter."The maids grew quiet at Jean's words.However, the issue of Esme causing a fuss at Teak Villa still spread to Larson Residence.Coleen and Judy rushed over hurriedly. It hurt them to see Jean on the bed with a pale face."What sort of a curse is this?""Jean was just starting to recover. Now it'll affect her again.""Esme is just too irresponsible."Jean pursed her lips when she heard Judy's words. Smiling, she said, "I'm fine, Grandma. I'm just a little dizzy. It could be because of the anemia. I'll be fine after taking more supplements."I feel terrible for making you come all this
Jean saw how grim Coleen looked and pursed her lips. "Was I wrong to say this to you, Coleen?"Coleen snapped back to her senses and said, "No, Jean. It was right of you to tell me."Glenn's reputation is terrible. It's wrong of Esme to still be involved with him. I'll take charge of this."Biting her lip, Jean said softly, "You don't have to care about how I feel. I wasn't really hurt."It's just that I'm worried there will be other issues arising with Esme and Glenn's sudden close relationship. I'm worried that Glenn will do the same thing he did to Sydney to Esme."Coleen frowned.Judy's expression grew somber as well. "Didn't Esme say that she has a new boyfriend? Could it be Glenn?"Coleen looked grim. After telling Jean to take care of herself, she left.Judy left soon after.At Page Co., Glenn sat opposite Esme in her office with an anxious look. "Ms. Page, what should I do now that Mr. Larson has stopped the project? You said that this show was made for me. Are you g
Esme put on a mask of flattery, but she signaled to Glenn with her eyes to get out.Glenn quickly rushed past Coleen.She said, "Stop right there."Glenn stopped.Turning, Coleen looked at him coldly. "You must be Glenn."He nodded slightly, a friendly smile on his face."You know me, Mrs. Larson. I'm surprised."Coleen looked at him coldly. "Of course, I know you. Everyone in our circle knows what happened at the Elstons' engagement party."Glenn's expression shifted. He couldn't quite hold on to his pride."It's not what you think, Mrs. Larson. It's complicated. I was tricked."Coleen's expression was cold. "I don't care who tricked you. But you'd better not get yourself involved with anyone close to the Larsons."Esme, aren't you afraid that your reputation will be ruined if you mingle with someone like him?"Esme's expression shifted slightly at Coleen's question. She lowered her head, too afraid to speak.Frowning, Glenn stomped away.Esme secretly sighed in relief t
Esme didn't even dare to breathe too loudly.She lowered her head quietly, hating Jean with all her heart.Glenn was definitely a problematic person. Ever since his acts were exposed, he no longer held the image of a gentleman.He shamelessly begged her for her help.She wouldn't even have acknowledged him if it weren't for the fact that Mrs. Vale was still in prison. Glenn had found out that Esme was the one who kept calling her.Sighing, Esme said, "I'll handle this accordingly, Mom. I won't let Glenn affect my reputation."Coleen nodded seriously, then said somberly, "Don't think that I'm being a busybody, Esme. I'm doing this for your own good."If you let Glenn associate himself with you, who else is going to want you? They'll think that you're just like him."Esme nodded lightly. "I know, Mom. I remember everything that you did for me."Coleen relaxed a bit when she saw how responsible Esme looked. "Good. You still have to apologize to Jean in case things get awkward the
Tristan looked at Esme, saying nothing for a long time.Esme smiled lightly. "It's okay if you don't want to say it. But we're both the same now, Tristan."We work together now. You've already come to my side. Jean definitely already knows about it, so you have nowhere to go."Tristan sharpened his gaze.Seeing him like that, Esme smiled a little and then said, "You may go down. I need some time alone."Tristan nodded.Alone in the office, Esme's expression turned cold.Jean was obviously already suspecting her.She could only blame herself for pulling Tristan into her company and making Glenn's comeback too obvious.She didn't expect that Jean would let Mrs. Vale listen to the recording. After that, Mrs. Vale recognized her voice and told Glenn everything.Esme could deny it blatantly, and there was no proof to be found from Mrs. Vale. However, it would spell trouble for Esme if Tyler dug deeper and found just one thread connecting her to everything.Esme bit her lip lightl
"Book me a flight ticket back."Joy was written on Esme's face. She'd achieved her goal."Alright. I'll get you a flight back at once. This way, you might still be able to attend Tyler and Jean's wedding."With that, Esme hung up.Lilian's emotions were thoroughly affected by Esme's last words.In Teak Villa, the maid went upstairs to get Jean to eat. Jean put down the pencil in her hands and went downstairs.She passed Tyler's study while going down. She saw him sitting on his chair, looking intently at his computer screen. He looked focused, like there was something troubling him.Jean walked over, but he did not even notice.She went to his side and saw that it was an email.It was a resignation letter from Lilian Page.Seeing her name, Jean's gaze shifted. But she calmed herself down quickly and looked at Tyler, saying, "You can settle this after eating."Tyler raised his head at her voice and finally noticed her.Jean pursed her red lips. She felt dejected when she saw
Tyler looked at the calm look on Jean's face. He was worried that if he brought up Lilian, he would anger her. Thus, he said, "No."It was rare for Tyler to be so careful.It was because he cared too much. That was why he had to do everything warily.Jean saw that Tyler did not intend to talk to her about Lilian and nodded. "I've already eaten. You can eat by yourself."Dorian put down his utensils and looked at Jean, saying, "I'm done too, Mom. I want to play ball in the backyard. Can you play with me?"Nodding, Jean went with him to the backyard.Tyler looked at them leaving and sighed. He felt a headache incoming.Jean played ball with Dorian in the backyard.The maids watched from the side.When Dorian kicked the ball, Jean didn't manage to catch it. The ball hit her straight in the belly."Dorian!"Once the ball fell from Jean's belly, a voice sounded. "You rascal! Your mother has a baby in her belly. How could you do that?"Coleen rushed over anxiously.Dorian was fr