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Sophie was reviewing the latest product progress in her office when Jeanna barged in with her phone, startling her. Clutching her chest, Sophie frowned. "I'm your boss and a pregnant woman at that. No more startling surprises.""I'm just so furious about those adulterers. I should have done more yesterday," Jeanna half-confessed, cutting herself off, wary of revealing too much to Sophie.The mention of the "adulterers" deepened Sophie's frown. She desperately wanted to stay clear of any gossip about Cedric and Vivienne, but Jeanna seemed determined to fill her in."That scumbag Cedric, not only did he cheat, but he actually held a press conference declaring Vivienne as his fiancée. Can you believe it? Disgusting! She's nothing but a mistress!"Sophie's hand tightened around her pen, betraying her inner turmoil at the mention of the press conference. She masked her pain professionally and said, "Let's keep private matters out of office hours, Jeanna. And next time, please knock."T
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"You don't have to go in with me. Just wait for me here," he interrupted before Vivienne could finish her sentence.With a somewhat embarrassed smile, she nodded. "I'll wait for you here then."After killing the engine, Cedric exited the car, pushed open the gate, and casually walked into the villa.The TV in the living room was broadcasting his recent press conference. When Melissa saw him come in, she immediately winked at him while briefly glancing at Jeff sitting on the couch.However, Cedric seemed oblivious to the unusual atmosphere. "Grandpa.""Don't call me your Grandpa, Mr. Carlson. Since you think you've grown too powerful to be restrained within the Carlsons, what are you doing back here?" Jeff snorted coldly, his voice trembling as if trying to suppress his inner rage.'This bastard actually held a press conference to acknowledge his fiancée. He even accepted that child into the family on my behalf! I really don't know how to face Soph in the future anymore.' Jeff cou
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The Carlsons fell into complete chaos and quickly rushed Jeff to the hospital.All the way, Vivienne followed closely beside Cedric, and her gaze filled with worry. "Cedric, will Grandpa be okay?"Cedric's gaze remained fixed on the emergency room doors before he finally shifted his attention to Vivienne. His face had no reassurance, only a faint hint of detachment. "You should just grab a cab back first.""I'm sorry. It's because of me that Grandpa ended up in the hospital." Vivienne said with a guilty tone."It has nothing to do with you. Do you want me to call you a cab?" Cedric asked.His gaze looked slightly impatient as it shifted toward the elevator a few feet away.His cold attitude inevitably made Vivienne feel embarrassed. She tried to muster a smile, but her fingernails sank into her palms as she clenched her hands behind her back. "It's okay. I'll call it myself."Her aggrieved look made Matthew feel a pang of guilt. "Cedric, Grandpa is still in the emergency ward. W
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"Please don't tell me you're thinking of going to the hospital?" Jeanna huddled on the couch, her expression filled with wariness as she watched Sophie pacing back and forth uneasily in the house.Although Cedric could not represent the entire Carlsons, she still harbored a strong aversion toward the family.Jeanna's speculation hit a nerve, causing a slight change in Sophie's expression. Since childhood, Jeff had always showered her with a special fondness. Not to mention how he had been treating her like his biological granddaughter after she married into the Carlsons. Even when she requested a divorce, Jeff respected her decision without causing her any trouble."It seems like you really want to go, but what if you run into Cedric?" Jeanna asked calmly.Jeanna's reminder caused Sophie to frown. She hesitated exactly because she did not want to run into Cedric again."Jean, can you help me?" Sophie asked with an almost begging tone."Sophie Luxford, you're really driving me cra
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"You and Cedric parting ways is his loss. He'll surely regret it for the rest of his life for missing out on you." Jeff tightened his grip on Sophie's hand as he spoke, yet still asked unwillingly, "But, Soph, please be honest with me. Do you really not love Cedric anymore?"Sophie lowered her head, tears streaming down her cheeks.From taking a fancy to him to deeply loving him, her gaze had been fixed on Cedric for over 20 years. How could she suddenly claim not to love him anymore? But her reason told her that she at least should not love him anymore.Memories that had gone on for 20 years would probably take another two decades to forget, but she could not continue to drown in her mistakes and the pain."Soph?""I don't and won't love him anymore." Jeff's soft call pulled her back to reality, and she raised her head. She tried her best to put forward a firm gaze, but the tears that had not completely dried up blurred her vision, preventing her from seeing the figure that flash
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Vivienne frowned at the closed door, and her grip on the utensils gradually tightened. 'I might've been publicly acknowledged as Cedric's fiancée, but this is nowhere near enough. I want to become the official Mrs. Carlson—the object of envy and jealousy of all women.'"Sophie, you're in my way and still insist on lingering around Cedric. So, don't blame me for not playing nice," she muttered.-Jeff was under observation in the hospital for a week, and he was discharged after all indicators had returned to normal.Upon seeing that Jeff was not as annoyed as before, Melissa could not help but feel satisfied.'That bitch has lost her child and won't be able to stir up any more waves in the future without Father's support. After a while more, I'll get Cedric to bring Tristan back home, and then I'll be able to enjoy some quality time with my family.'"Father, you must take good care of yourself. You still have to attend your great-grandson's wedding in the future!" Melissa expresse
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Austin's brows raised. 'Why would Grandpa suddenly decide to allocate 40% of his shares as a fund for his great-grandson? Could it be that he knows about Sophie's...'"Cedric, look how thoughtful your grandfather is. You should bring Tristan back tomorrow and get him to spend some time with his great-grandfather," Melissa suggested with a cheerful tone.Cedric stood by the couch, his face revealing little emotion, making it difficult for others to gauge what he was thinking. It was not until he heard Melissa's words that he snapped out of his reverie, but he frowned, and his voice turned cold. "We'll talk about that later."He clearly understood Jeff's attitude toward Sophie after the years, so he could not help but think, 'Why would Grandpa suddenly turn into a completely different person and make such an unconventional will? What else did they talk about that day besides what I heard?'-"Sophie, do you know that impulsiveness might get you into trouble? You actually told Cedric
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"Hello, you're the owner of a jewelry company. Nowadays, it's all about selling concepts and gimmicks. What can a single ring represent?" Jeanna immediately smacked the warm hands off her shoulders and resumed a carefree smirk. "I'm going to go send these samples for inspection, then I'll wait for my first design in the country to make a big splash."Her bewitching laughter dissipated into the air as she briskly left the room. The corners of Sophie's lips twitched, but she could not muster a smile. 'Jean has been enduring this nightmare quietly for five years. Who would be able to rescue her from this pit?'Jeanna dropped the samples off at the company's laboratory for testing. She then snuck off work and found herself in a bar near the company."One whisky, thanks," she ordered.There were very few people in the bar in broad daylight. Many seats were empty, but Jeanna still chose the high stool by the bar counter.The whiskey was quickly served, but Jeanna only stared at it, not
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Tristan looked up in surprise. As if struck by a sudden thought, he glanced at Cherry, who was writhing in pain, and timidly asked, "Can I go to the hospital to help?""You need to stay home and help Cherry get a leave from school tomorrow. Be good and stay here. Trust Daddy. Cherry will be fine." Cedric's words seemed to soothe Tristan's anxiety.Avoiding Cedric’s gaze, Tristan obediently nodded. 'Cherry will surely be fine.'-The Bentley sped along the road and soon arrived at the hospital.Cedric held Cherry the entire time, while Sophie handled the paperwork. Their seamless cooperation made them seem like a perfectly ordinary married couple."Mr. Carlson, Mrs. Carlson, the child has gastritis and needs to be hospitalized for treatment," the emergency physician explained after examining Cherry, jotting down the diagnosis in the medical record.Sophie's face turned pale. 'Gastritis? How could it be so severe?'"Can she recover?" Cedric asked with a frown, his sudden intimida
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In Imperium, hardly anyone else would dare yell at Cedric like this. Cedric's eyes narrowed dangerously, his shoulders radiating a cold aura. However, traces of helplessness and doting affection softened his expression. Despite his reluctance, he eventually turned aside cooperatively.Sophie couldn't help but smile. 'It's no wonder some people believe that daughters are their fathers' lovers from a previous life. If it were anyone else, Cedric would have likely thrown them out the window by now.'She lifted Cherry's clothes to reveal her round belly and gently massaged it in circles with her fingers. Taking the opportunity, she also gave Cherry a gentle reminder, "How many times has Mommy told you not to eat so much? But you never listen. Now you know how it feels when you overeat, huh?""Mommy, could you not rub salt in my wounds?" Cherry's face was scrunched up in pain. Her pitiful and aggrieved expression instantly silenced Sophie, who decided to save the scolding for when Cherry
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Cedric kissed Sophie’s rosy cheeks, preparing to take things to the next level, when a knock on the door interrupted them at a crucial moment.His expression darkened immediately. No man liked being interrupted at such a time, and it had happened repeatedly."Who is it?" Sophie grabbed the blanket beside her to cover her exposed chest, her hoarse voice betraying her recent passion."Ms. Luxford... It's me." Tristan's low voice came from the other side of the door.'Tristan?' Sophie looked at the man beside her, surprised. She had assumed it was Cherry again, but unexpectedly...Gathering her scattered clothes from the floor, Sophie dressed quickly. Ensuring there was nothing inappropriate between her and Cedric, she got out of bed and walked toward the door.Tristan stood there, head down, fingers fidgeting, indicating urgency. As soon as the door opened, he looked up anxiously and said, "Ms. Luxford, could you go check on Cherry? She seems unwell.""Cherry is unwell?" The flush
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"This birthday brings me a lot of happiness."Sophie grasped the deeper implications of his words. The blush on her cheeks faded slightly, and the initial flutter of excitement mingled with a touch of sadness. No one could predict what Jeff's condition would be like by her next birthday.Cedric shifted the topic, pouring the already decanted red wine into a tall glass and handing it to her. "Just one glass. This is for your private birthday celebration. Happy birthday."The intoxicating aroma of the wine was irresistible. She stopped resisting and held her glass up to gently clink against his, producing a clear, melodious sound that resonated beautifully in the quiet room.The rich wine slid down her throat, soothing her tense nerves. Her tightly held shoulders relaxed, and her racing heart found a semblance of peace. She had once believed she would never fall for Cedric again, but looking back, she realized that all her hatred had been rooted in love.He had transformed love into
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Cedric seemed to know exactly what Sophie was nervous about. He raised his eyebrows suggestively, causing her to blush and quickly look away.What had happened between them lingered in the air, irrevocable.Jeff squinted, watching their subtle gestures with satisfaction. Smiling contentedly, he struggled to his feet with the help of his cane. These two had already reached a natural conclusion, and there was no need for him to exaggerate his illness any longer."Mommy, I still have homework to do. I'm heading to my room," Cherry announced, her bright eyes glancing at Tristan. She couldn't beat him at Taekwondo, but she was determined to outshine him in the midterm exams!"I’m going upstairs too," Tristan added, surprised by her sudden focus. He hesitated for a moment before quickly following her up the stairs.Melissa had long lost her patience. Without a word, she dragged Matthew upstairs, letting out a disdainful snort as they left.What had been a lively living room now left So
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"Okay."Understanding Cherry’s impatience, Sophie smiled and gently pulled away from Cedric’s embrace. She clasped her hands together, closed her eyes, and made a wish.She hoped for her family's safety, health, and happiness. She wished that her parents and sister were living comfortably in another world. And she wished that she and Cedric would have a happy ending, free from past mistakes.After silently making her wishes, she blew out the flickering candles in one breath.The room filled with the faint scent of melted wax."We can eat the cake now!" Cherry beamed with joy, eagerly carrying the cake to the dining table.Her impatience made Jeff laugh heartily, his eyes crinkling with delight as he stroked his beard. "Alright, let’s start eating before this little girl drools all over the table."Sophie took her seat, glancing at Cedric, who still held her hand tightly. Her smile widened as she playfully scolded him, "Why didn’t you tell me on the way here?""If I told you, ho
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Although Sophie's mind was brimming with questions, she couldn’t help but smile at Cedric's words. She looked down at their intertwined hands, feeling the warmth of his palm. Whether it was a perfect match or a union made in heaven, it all required two hearts in love. With love, even amidst turbulence, they would find the courage to move forward together.Before long, the Bentley smoothly pulled into the Carlson residence.Jeff immediately smiled and waved upon their arrival. "Soph, come over here."Sophie approached, noticing that Mrs. Carrie had prepared a table full of dishes. She couldn’t help but feel puzzled. "Grandpa, what has made you so happy? Why did you ask Mrs. Carrie to make so much delicious food?""Silly girl, did you forget what day it is today?"Jeff's loving yet mischievous smile left her momentarily bewildered. Then her eyes widened in surprise. With everything going on with Linda, she had completely forgotten her own birthday!"Happy birthday." Cedric had quie
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Fearing that staying any longer would only worsen the situation, Linda quickly opened the door and walked out.Fenix stood there, confusion gradually replacing the determination in his eyes."What’s wrong with marrying me?" he asked Sophie, genuinely puzzled.'I’m the CEO of Cheshire Group. I’m not unattractive, and marrying me would make her legally protected as Mrs. Cheshire. Why am I being rejected?'Sophie coughed awkwardly, gaining a deeper understanding of Fenix. Sean had navigated the world of romance with ease, but Fenix seemed as naive in matters of the heart as a child."Am I really that bad?"Seeing that Fenix was still fixated on why he was rejected, Sophie shook her head. "Feelings are different from business. It’s not about racing against time or weighing benefits. You can’t apply business tactics to relationships. Spending a lifetime together requires a foundation of love.""Foundation of love? You and Cedric grew up together. You had a good foundation, but it was
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Sophie's suspicion was right. Fenix was not one to easily abandon his target. After Linda ignored countless calls, he took the initiative to find her."Mr. Cheshire, Linda really isn't in the office right now," the secretary tried to block him, but it was futile against a determined man, especially one exuding an intimidating chill."Then I’ll find Sophie.""But Ms. Luxford, she—" Before the secretary could finish, Fenix's long legs had already taken him to Sophie's office door.He knocked twice before pushing it open. The secretary looked like she was about to cry. "Ms. Luxford, I’m sorry, I couldn’t stop Mr. Cheshire.""It’s fine. Go make Mr. Cheshire a cup of coffee," Sophie said.Seeing Fenix barge in, she raised an eyebrow, smiled, and glanced at Linda, who was hiding in her office. "Have a seat and let's talk.""No need. I have to catch a flight soon." Fenix cut straight to the point, his determined eyes fixed on Linda as he said firmly, "I need an answer from you.""Mr.
