Chloe's smile widened as she replied, "Of course, I'll make sure to find the perfect gift for you after work today. How do you want to celebrate? Will we be going to Grandpa’s place?""Just you and me," he replied.She was slightly taken aback and said, "Okay, got it."Tomorrow was Joseph's birthday, while the end of the month loomed a mere two days away. Time seemed to slip through their fingers, carrying them closer to the impending court hearing.*Fairlight’s marketing department convened their regular morning meeting, and Ms. Wendy somberly delivered the news that Jason had been fired. Curiosity and concern filled the room as whispers of confusion and speculation floated among the team members."Why did this happen?”“I saw him working overtime last night. Why did this happen all of a sudden?""He hasn't led any major projects recently. What could he have done wrong? It seems like it’s serious."Ms. Wendy shook her head. "I'm not privy to the details. The decision was mad
After approximately twenty minutes into the press conference, Joseph took the stage to deliver a concise speech.When he was done, instead of returning to his seat, he headed straight to the back and entered his car. Glancing at his watch to check the time, he realized it was already past seven o'clock.‘Dumbo should be on her way home by now.He knew she had taken the afternoon off but had no idea about the gift she had bought for him."Lucas, head back to the villa," he instructed."Right away, sir," Lucas replied. He pressed the accelerator pedal, but suddenly slammed on the brakes as Jane extended her arms, blocking the car's path.She peered through the window at Joseph, who remained unresponsive, not even looking up. Wearing a troubled expression, she said, "Step out of the car. I have something to tell you."Lucas glanced at the unbothered Joseph, his eyes stubbornly lowered. With a slight hesitation and a headache, Lucas slowly slid the window down."Ms. Jane, can we di
’It’s over. I’m going to die.‘This must be Jane’s doing, that f*cking crazy woman!’The idea of taking someone's life for the sake of a man was unfathomable.The water was icy cold but Chloe's body was not numb yet, indicating she has not been submerged for long. However, the water level had already risen to her waist, indicating a rapid increase.If Joseph could become aware of her predicament immediately, there might still be a chance of survival. Otherwise, she was undoubtedly doomed.After a bout of crying, Chloe forced herself to calm down. She refused to surrender until the very end. Her life belonged to her, and she was far from ready to let it go.Sniffing and with a voice choked with sobs, she shouted as loudly as she could, "H-Help! Is anyone there?!"I'm in the water. If you can hear me, please save me!"Silence greeted her. The sound of water, intermingled with echoes, echoed throughout the expansive reservoir, enveloping the surroundings in an eerie atmosphere.C
Joseph's body stiffened. He turned around slowly and was greeted by the sight of Chloe's drenched figure.She was soaked from head to toe, her fair features appearing even paler amidst the wetness. Yet, her delicate brows and eyes retained their ethereal beauty, evoking a sense of fragility and sorrow.As Joseph gazed at her, a wave of disbelief and relief washed over him, momentarily numbing his senses. The tension in his body began to dissipate, replaced by a profound sense of gratitude and solace. At that moment, he realized how glad he was to see her standing there, safe and unharmed.He removed his coat and approached her, gently draping it over her shoulders. His voice, laced with a tenderness that had never been revealed before, resonated in the air. "How did you manage to escape?"Chloe pointed toward Richard who was standing beside her. "He saved me."Jane's eyes widened with rage. "Father, why did you ruin my plan?!”Richard's anger erupted, his voice booming with fury.
Joseph paused, his thin lips pressed together tightly. "I don't need you to do this.""I understand, but I want to do something for you," she replied. If Chloe had the chance to assist the Whitmans, she would seize it.A myriad of emotions swirled in Joseph's eyes as he tightened his grip on her shoulder.Confronted with his daughter's future, Richard's face paled, and he ultimately relented. In the grand scheme of things, what worth did money hold compared to his daughter's future?*After discussing it with Joseph, Chloe made the decision not to inform Harold about the incident. Considering his heart condition, she felt it best to spare him the added stress."Before anything else, let's head to the hospital to avoid you getting a fever.""Okay, I've been feeling hot then cold. I don’t feel so good." Chloe sneezed and sensed a heaviness in her head.Joseph glanced at her, noting the abnormal flush on her typically pale face. Her voice sounded hoarse, a clear sign of a cold com
Chloe slept through the evening and woke up in a daze, finding a nurse attending to her hand."Your fever hasn't subsided, so we'll continue with the IV drip. You'll need to stay in the hospital for observation today, so you can't be discharged yet," the nurse informed her."What's my temperature?" Chloe asked."102.2," Emily replied, tucking in the blanket around Chloe. "You should focus on resting in the upcoming days and avoid exerting yourself.""But what about work? And Joseph's birthday? Also, the hearing is coming up in another two days…" Chloe voiced her concerns."Joseph is the CEO of Fairlight, so why worry about work? Besides, his birthday isn't a one-time event. You'll have an opportunity to make it up to him later. I've already delivered the gift on your behalf. As for the court hearing, it's still some time away. You should be feeling better by then," Emily reassured her."You're right... By the way, where's Joseph?""He had some business to attend to and just left
Chloe could not help but admit that Xavia's handwriting was beautiful.She placed the envelope on the table and took a photo of it to send to Joseph.In the afternoon, Joseph replied, [Got it.]Chloe felt a bit puzzled. Was he not supposed to be more enthusiastic about Xavia's return?Anyway, it did not really matter to Chloe. After all, their contract would eventually end, and their separation was inevitable. Who Xavia was and who Joseph would be with in the future had nothing to do with her.However, a subtle sadness lingered within her. It was only natural to develop feelings for someone after spending so much time together, just like the bond she shared with Toto.*Joseph arrived home earlier than Chloe expected. However, he was not alone.Samuel had come by as well."Joe, you should’ve been more considerate! How can you secretly celebrate your birthday? Let's call our friends and let's have a great time together," Samuel exclaimed."Shut up," Joseph replied, shooting a
His simple black loungewear outlined his perfect physique, while his face possessed a refined and exquisite charm.Sensing her gaze, Joseph turned his head and their eyes locked. Enveloped in an enigmatic trance, Chloe felt herself descending into the depths of his alluring, obsidian gaze.Her eyes flickered, and she awkwardly averted her gaze. "Do you think Miles will resent you?""What can he do if he is? Will he dare to challenge me?" Joseph scoffed arrogantly.Chloe clicked her tongue, but deep down, she knew Miles would not dare say anything. She was just worried he might resort to dirty tricks behind their backs."With this agreement and the assets and jewelry records retrieved by Benjamin from the bank, we'll secure victory tomorrow. However, if he tries to play the emotional card with you, just ignore him," Samuel advised.Finding evidence for this case was not the most difficult part. The true challenge lay in Chloe and Benjamin’s father-daughter relationship."Don't wo