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It was such a delicious lollipop that everything would be forgiven.Seeing her daughter's satisfied expression, Sophie smiled and rubbed the little girl's head. However, her gaze could not help but drift toward the trash can again.Ever since she picked up a paintbrush, Cherry had never painted anything else, thinking she had been very secretive.Upon noticing Sophie staring at the trash can, Cherry's expression, though enjoying the taste, turned somewhat unnatural. It seemed like her mother had discovered her little secret."Cherry, you've figured it out, haven't you?" Sophie asked.It was said that mothers and daughters were connected by heart. With Cherry's intelligence and emotional awareness surpassing others her age since childhood, she had likely discerned Cedric's identity at a mere glance."What are you talking about? I don't know anything." Pulling the lollipop out of her mouth, Cherry turned her face away. She truly wished she hadn't discovered or witnessed anything.
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"As for Cherry, you've got less ground to bring her into this. Have you forgotten your child passed away in the hospital and then tragically in the cold seawater five years ago? And you're the one who allowed all these to happen?!" Sophie refuted.'I went through hell to save Cherry, and then bring her into this world. She's got no connection to that.'The scab on Cedric's heart was mercilessly torn open. Cedric let go of her, looked at the hatred in her eyes, and stepped backward.'She hates me! And I deserve it!'"I won't let my daughter call anyone else 'Daddy'!" Leaving the message behind, he turned and walked into the elevator. His posture was still upright, but an indescribable loneliness shrouded his body.It was not until the number above the elevator stopped at 1 that Sophie propped her arms against the wall by the door.Five years may have passed, but she still felt a deep panic whenever she faced Cedric, no matter how composed she seemed on the surface.She then looke
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Thinking of the gloating expressions on those people's faces, Vivienne could not control her frustration any longer. She angrily threw her coat onto the couch and sat down."Mommy, I'm sorry. I won't do it again." Tristan's eyes flickered with unease. He cautiously approached Vivienne, wanting to reach out and apologize.Before he could touch her, she impatiently pushed him away.Tristan was not prepared for such a reaction at all, and the back of his head hit the sharp corner of the coffee table, causing his small face to contort in pain.A flash of distress flashed across Vivienne's eyes. She wanted to get up, but her anger overcame her eagerness. Impatiently, she glanced at Tristan on the ground and said irritably, "Aren't you going to get up? What are you waiting for?"Tristan obediently crawled up from the carpet, covering the back of his head with his tiny hands. He gnashed his teeth in pain but dared not make a sound."Mommy, I'm sorry. I'll listen to you obediently from n
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Tristan was born abroad and had always been with his mother. Regardless of the laws in any country, they favored granting custody to the mother. He mentioned a 60% chance partly because of Cedric's identity and status."Mr. Carlson, personally, I suggest seeking custody through other means."For example, through friendly negotiations between both parties, although certain conditions would need to be attached.Cedric frowned slightly. "I see."'Despite my advantage in status, I only have a 60% chance of gaining custody of Tristan. It's no wonder Sophie dares to bring our daughter back here.' For the first time in over 30 years, he felt overpowered by someone, with the victory seemingly in the other party's hands.Despite this thought, he faintly smiled, his gaze briefly indulgent. 'Sophie, rather than battling for custody of Cherry, what I truly desire is to provide her with a complete family.'-At Luxford Group.Even though it was during working hours, it felt like they were h
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When the receptionist saw her, she immediately greeted her, "Madam Carlson, you haven't been here for several days. We thought you might've gone abroad again.""It's not always fun to travel all the time. It's better to rest at home, take care of my plants, play with my puppy, and come here for a facial when I'm free," Melissa replied smugly.Her condescending demeanor was quite irritating, but for the sake of money, the receptionist could only smile and nod flatteringly. "Exactly, Madam Carlson. We just received a new batch of products, and only our VIP clients have the chance to try them first. I've already set some aside for you.”"Is that so? Then let's give them a try." She arrogantly walked into a private room, where the attendant immediately helped her change into a facial gown. Throughout the entire process, she simply lifted her head and enjoyed being served by others.The specialized masseur dripped essence onto her face and slowly massaged it in with a massaging device w
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Exchanging awkward glances, the two women approached Melissa."Melissa, don't be upset. We just heard it from others. We don’t really believe it ourselves.""I bet you feel even more relieved than what you just said," Melissa retorted sharply. She had always taken pride in Cedric, but he now faced ridicule thanks to Vivienne and Tristan. It was a pill too bitter for her to swallow."Now, now, we didn’t mean to blame Cedric. It’s just that your daughter-in-law... doesn't quite seem to match up to him."Melissa's expression softened slightly.Had it not been for her eagerness to rid of Sophie, she wouldn't have even entertained the thought of accepting Vivienne.Despite Vivienne's obedience, decency, and the fact that she had given birth to the sole Carlson heir, Melissa couldn't shake her concerns about her grandson's growing issues. This concern was precisely why she had never pushed Cedric into marrying Vivienne, deeming her unworthy.'An unpresentable woman and a child with ph
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"Sorry won't cut it. Have you considered whether you're a suitable match for Cedric? I am extremely dissatisfied with you!"Don’t think that just because Cedric acknowledged you as his fiancée, you can become Mrs. Carlson. Let me tell you, dreaming about entering our family’s doors is just that—a dream!"Vivienne listened with her head down, fists clenched beneath her oversized pajamas. The charity gala had not only humiliated her but had also undermined her years of effort to please Melissa.Only when Melissa’s tirade subsided did Vivienne look up. "I know I haven’t been perfect, disgracing you and Cedric. But this incident was deliberately orchestrated.""Orchestrated? By whom?""Sophie. She’s back. She embarrassed Cedric at the charity gala with a high bid and arranged for someone to push me into the water. Worse, she locked Tristan in the basement storage room," said Vivienne as she played the victim card.Melissa’s expression changed dramatically. 'Sophie’s back?' she though
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"Honey, weren’t you supposed to have a facial today? Why are you back so early?" Matthew greeted Melissa with a smile, pulling out a chair for her."The service wasn’t up to par, so I left early," Melissa replied, attempting to gauge Cedric’s expression as he ate. Unfortunately, his face was expressionless.'If Sophie is back, why is Cedric not reacting? Or could Vivienne be lying to me?' she pondered.Noticing her unease, Matthew asked with concern, "Are you alright? You don't look well.""It’s nothing, just disappointed with the salon," Melissa replied, masking her nervousness.Cedric finished eating and stood up."Cedric..." Melissa's voice echoed in the air, but his indifferent gaze only amplified her anxiety. She understood he hadn't forgiven her for the events of five years ago. If Sophie sought revenge, she feared Cedric might not stand by her."I just feel like you've lost a lot of weight recently. You need to rest more and take care of yourself."Before Cedric could re
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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.
