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"Mommy, can you not leave Tristan alone at home again?" Tristan's small face was etched with worry as he clung to Vivienne's legs."Tristan, be good. Mommy and Daddy have a special event tonight. The nanny will play with you, okay?" Vivienne tried to comfort him, masking her impatience."No, I don't want the nanny. I want Mommy." Tristan’s voice quivered, his eyes shimmering with tears."Tristan, Mommy can't take you with her, understand?"If Tristan were an ordinary child, she wouldn't mind bringing him along. However, given his condition, taking him to a charity gala would only lead to ridicule from others.Startled by her sharp reprimand, Tristan reluctantly let go of Vivienne's legs, his eyes filled with unshed tears. "Okay, Mommy. I’ll be good. I won't go. Please don't be angry.""That's my good boy. Mommy promises a special treat later, okay?" Vivienne smiled warmly, stroking his hair before selecting her handbag.As the echoes of her high heels faded away, Tristan's tears
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The chatter grew louder, primarily emanating from young, affluent, and attractive women who had long forgotten Cedric's turbulent past—a time when he flaunted more than just his signature black attire.Sensing the envious glances directed her way, Vivienne managed a smile. Five years ago, she too had doubted Cedric's love for Sophie, evident in his ever-changing relationships and debauched lifestyle. However, she soon realized it was all a charade.It was similar to the present facade, with her arm intertwined with Cedric's. Everyone assumed he harbored a deep affection for her, especially considering the absence of other women. Yet, only she knew the truth: this was his method of tormenting and punishing her.'But what does it matter? I stand by his side today, and it will always be me!' With this thought, Vivienne's smile became more natural."Ladies and gentlemen, please quiet down. Now that everyone is here, let's begin tonight's program," announced Mr. Church, the host of the
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Austin confidently raised his bidding paddle, his challenging gaze fixed on Cedric."3 million!" Cedric called out, his back still to Austin, stirring a wave of murmurs among the audience. The escalating bids between the Carlsons hinted at an impending public showdown.Unfazed, Austin increased his bid. "3.2 million."Cedric responded with a decisive "4 million," doubling the necklace's actual value and sending the crowd into a frenzy.The Carlsons' extravagant bidding war was a spectacle to behold.Vivienne's face betrayed her excitement, especially as envious glances fell upon her, filling her with pride. She knew Cedric would not let Austin win, no matter the cost. She imagined the necklace on her, and her smile widened uncontrollably.The eager audience waited for Austin to bid again, but he put down his paddle, letting Cedric have it."4 million once, 4 million twice, 4 million sold!"Only then did Cedric turn to look at Austin, his expression unreadable. 'He rarely attend
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The room was abuzz with the bold declaration that someone would consistently outbid Cedric by 2 million.Everyone's curiosity was piqued, wondering about the identity of this mysterious and wealthy bidder.To their surprise, Cedric refrained from further bidding and quietly left the event, stirring a wave of murmurs and speculation."Wow! I never thought someone could overshadow Mr. Carlson like this," an attendee whispered.Another chimed in. "Indeed. I’m dying to know who this person is."As the crowd dispersed, still discussing the enigmatic buyer of the wood carving, the scene shifted.In the lounge upstairs, Sophie leaned against a window, draped in a flowing red gown. The light partially illuminated her figure, giving her a mystical aura. The off-shoulder design accentuated her delicate collarbone, her skin glowing softly in the dim light.Her assistant stood nearby, observing her with a mix of curiosity and concern, especially regarding the exorbitant price paid for the w
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The spotlight pierced through the crowd, illuminating Vivienne as she elegantly approached to the stage, her hand lightly resting on Cedric's arm.Upon reaching the stage, Cedric graciously accepted the diamond necklace he had generously bid on."Mr. Carlson, thank you for your generous contribution to charity. This diamond necklace is now yours," Mr. Church announced.The necklace sparkled subtly under the lights, radiating understated elegance.Vivienne could not hide her excitement at the thought of him placing the necklace around her neck."How envious we all are of Mrs. Carlson. Even a modest necklace would seem priceless if Mr. Carlson were to put it around our neck," the women in the audience whispered amongst themselves, their words filled with a mix of envy and admiration.However, Cedric appeared disinterested in their comments, his sharp gaze scanning the crowd for someone familiar.Mr. Church then announced, "Next, I'd like to invite the CEO of Paramount Inc., Helen,
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For five years, he had meticulously carved the piece, every stroke embodying his longing. And now, at last, it lay in her hands."Speaking of this carving, it’s actually a creation of Mr. Carlson," Mr. Church almost revealed too much, his gaze briefly landing on Vivienne's ashen face. He decided against divulging more, feeling some ties were not so easily broken.The audience was astonished.'Cedric crafted the wooden carving? Its sentimental value alone makes it priceless!'While the crowd lamented not bidding on it, Sophie casually toyed with the carving. Suddenly, it slipped from her grip and shattered on the floor.The room fell silent."Oh dear, I couldn’t hold onto it. What a shame, wasting Mr. Carlson’s effort." Her feigned regret thinly veiled her true emotions. The carving’s destruction seemed insignificant to her.Cedric’s pupils constricted, but he remained composed. He lightly commented, "That slip cost 4 million.""So what?" Sophie retorted coldly. "It seems that e
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Vivienne's heart stung from Sophie's words, and she struggled to maintain her composure. She forced a smile on her pale lips. "Whether or not I'm officially part of the Carlson family doesn't matter. As long as Cedric loves me and I am the one by his side, that’s all I need."Sophie expected such a response, her red lips curling into a slight laugh. "Exactly, like this necklace. I didn't want it, so it's defaulted to you."Every word from Sophie felt like a deep cut to Vivienne. Everyone had witnessed her longing for the necklace, anticipating Cedric to give it to her. However, Cedric's decision to offer the favored piece to Sophie first was akin to a direct slap in Vivienne’s face."Mrs. Carlson seems unwell. Should we take her to the hospital?" Sophie's tone dripped with sarcasm as she turned away, leaving Cedric without a glance at Vivienne.Sophie Luxford was the one and only Mrs. Carlson.Amidst the bustling crowd, Vivienne sensed the spectators' disdain, fueling her desire f
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Sophie was taken aback by Austin’s invitation to dance in front of Cedric. She hesitated for a moment before accepting.As they moved to the dance floor, Cedric watched them intently, his mood visibly darkening. In an unexpected move, he reached out and pulled Vivienne into the dance floor, following Sophie and Austin.The melodious music framed the elegant dancing of the two couples, yet the atmosphere was anything but relaxed. The complex relationships among them—Cedric’s former wife and his current partner, entwined with the eldest Carlson heir—transformed the dance into a display of complicated emotions.Halfway through the song, Cedric let go of Vivienne and approached Austin, who casually declined the implicit invitation with a shake of his head. Feeling awkward, Vivienne was about to return to Cedric when Sophie unexpectedly took her hand."Ms. Kerrigan, how about I accompany you for this dance?" Sophie suggested.Caught off guard, Vivienne attempted to withdraw but found h
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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.
