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Cedric frowned, but his gaze was particularly firm. "It has nothing to do with her."'Sophie has always been a woman with extreme pride at heart, just like a peacock. Even if she's been forced into a corner, she'll still uphold her proud demeanor. Even if she's planned to seek revenge, she'll never harm Tristan.'Melissa was instantly offended. "Cedric, have you lost your mind?! Why are you still speaking up for her? There was no one else in the restroom. Who else could it be if it wasn't her? Are you saying that Tristan knocked himself unconscious with a stick?" Seeing Melissa rambling incessantly, Matthew could not help but roar, "Can you please keep quiet for a moment?"Melissa was not one to back down. "Why are you yelling at me? It's Sophie who tried to kill someone, not me."Just as the two were about to start arguing, they were silenced by Cedric's cold voice. "That's enough! Either you stay here quietly, or you go home now and take care of Grandpa.""Your grandpa has ser
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The crowd fell into silence, but this silence was soon broken by the sound of hurried footsteps as a group of journalists somehow made their way up. They immediately aimed their equipment at Sophie."Ms. Luxford, can you explain what happened? Why did you lay hands on such a young child?" The journalist closest to Sophie held up his cell phone, displaying a video of the incident. Although it did not capture what happened in the restroom, it clearly showed the outcome.Someone had already posted the video online so quickly."Ms. Luxford, please answer our questions. Was it out of malicious retaliation against Ms. Kerrigan for intervening in your marriage with Mr. Carlson?""Ms. Luxford, your actions have already violated the law. Have you considered the consequences?"The pressing questions came one after another, but Sophie showed no signs of evasion and asked, "What evidence is there to prove it was me who did it? And have I been convicted by the law yet?"With a demeanor simila
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Vivienne suddenly grabbed Sophie's arm, cried, and shouted agitatedly, "Sophie, I know you hate me. You made me make a fool out of myself at the charity gala, instigated Valerie to interfere in my relationship with Cedric, and turned me into someone everyone despises. You're just seeking revenge on me!"Just as everyone assumed she'd harm Sophie, she unexpectedly dropped to her knees with a thud, startling both Sophie and the onlookers. "However you wish to retaliate against me, I accept it, but I implore you to spare my son."Tristan was merely three years old five years ago. He acted out of fear that you might abduct him again, so he inadvertently pushed you. He never intended for you to fall into the sea. He's been tormented by guilt, unable to sleep at night all these years. He's innocent!"It's all my fault. I vow to leave Cedric and this place tomorrow, never to cross your path again. Please, spare my child. He's still so young, so blameless."Her tearful plea for mercy cut t
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As the momentary darkness in front of her eyes faded away, Sophie regained her composure and walked toward the operating theater door. She then peered inside as if she were waiting for the verdict of fate.The renowned head of the neurosurgery department emerged from the theater, his weary figure indicating the challenging nature of the surgery."Doctor, how's my son?" Vivienne grabbed the surgeon's arm, her anxiety evident as she longed to rush in and take a look."We've successfully cleared all intracranial hematoma, but due to the location of the injury involving many nerves, I can't rule out the possibility of nerve damage. Prepare yourselves for the possibility that your son might never wake up," the doctor explained solemnly.Feeling the seriousness in the head's tone, Cedric narrowed his eyes, and his lips pursed into a straight line.After a few seconds, he asked in a dangerous tone, "What do you mean by 'prepare for the possibility that he might never wake up'?"He wante
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"I'm sorry. I forgot to bring money." With her phone and wallet left behind at the Carlson mansion, she found herself penniless. She decided to remove the diamond bracelet from her wrist and handed it to the driver.Taken aback by the bracelet, the driver didn't bother to check if the diamond was genuine. He started the car and quickly drove away from the apartment building. 'Is this woman crazy?'"Ma'am, you're back?" Mrs. Carrie heard the commotion and immediately opened the door. At the sight of Sophie standing outside, covered in blood, her face drained of color.Sophie entered the apartment with unsteady steps, her eyes darting around as if searching for something."Ma'am, are you looking for Cherry? Ms. Archer called earlier, saying that she had taken Cherry to her place tonight. She also asked you to call her when you come back.""Okay. I'm a little tired. Please, don't disturb me for a while." Sophie nodded mechanically, her voice sounding hoarse as if it had been scorched
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Sophie could not even control the thought: 'If it was Tristan this time, what about next time? What if it is Cherry? What will I do then?'A hint of shock flashed across Jeanna's eyes, but it quickly turned into anger. "That's her biological son! How could she do such a thing?! Sophie, please stop overthinking and pull yourself together. You won't become like Vivienne! She's insane, while you're not!"Yesterday, chaos erupted as soon as the video was uploaded online. If Sophie did not pull herself together and face the upcoming waves, she would be carrying this burden forever."Pull myself together? I don't even know where to start. Should I continue to go all out and retaliate against Vivienne, and then wait for her to counter again out of desperation? If that's the case, who'll be the next victim?" Sophie's lips struggled to curve into a smile, but it felt even more agonizing than crying.Seeing her like this, Jeanna felt both heartache and urgency. She knew better than anyone el
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"Ma'am, are you going to work?" When Mrs. Carrie saw Sophie coming downstairs, her demeanor returning to its usual state, a hint of relief appeared on her face. She quickly served breakfast to the table."Yes, there are still many things waiting for me to handle." With a faint smile, Sophie lowered her head and started eating her breakfast.-Half an hour later, Sophie's car stopped at the ground floor of Luxford Group.As soon as he got out of the car, a large group of journalists swarmed around her."Ms. Luxford, was the incident involving Ms. Valerie Brynd orchestrated by you? Were you two colluding to take revenge on Ms. Kerrigan?""Ms. Luxford, did you injure Tristan Carlson in the restroom because, as Ms. Kerrigan said yesterday at the hospital, you were seeking revenge for being pushed into the sea five years ago?""Ms. Luxford, do you have any justification for what you've done? The surgeon said that Tristan might end up in a vegetative state. What do you have to say abo
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Evander parted his lips hesitantly. "Mr. Carlson, Ms. Luxford is..."When the woman was throwing eggs at Sophie just moments ago, he felt as though Cedric's fists might punch through the window. However, he refrained from intervening, allowing Austin to play the hero and win favor."If she can't endure this trial, the road ahead will become even rougher, with more challenges in the future," Cedric muttered, turning away.His jaw muscles tensed as he ground his teeth, the fierce gleam in his eyes betraying his inner turmoil. Yesterday, at the hospital, he had wanted to embrace her desperately, yet all he could do was watch her leave.Knowing that revealing the truth was the best protection he could offer at present, he resisted the urge to rush to Luxford Group and pressed his lips together. "Have you reviewed all the surveillance footage?""Yes, but the incident occurred in the restroom, where there are no surveillance cameras. We only have footage from outside the restroom," Evan
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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.
