"I want to make it up to you. Let's have a wedding. I won't let you suffer the slightest grievance."What other women had, his woman should have it too. Not only that, but it should be the grandest and most romantic wedding in the world.Her heart quivered. "When did I ever mention marrying you?""Although we're currently in a cooling-off period, I'm confident that we'll reconcile. Once we reconcile, the fake marriage we had before won't count. And naturally, we’ll get married, have a wedding, and host a party."Listening to these words, Chloe's eyes shimmered like precious gems, and she could not help but envision it. Every woman dreamt of wearing a wedding dress, and she was no exception."Alright, let’s go with what you said."She was going to follow her heart this time. Even if they were destined not to live together in the future, at least she could say she was once his bride.*As Xavia came out with her ID card, she overheard Joseph and Chloe discussing taking wedding ph
A rare smile appeared on Joseph's handsome and charming face. "You're so nice to your cousin-in-law."Ginny was a mischievous and spoiled child at home. She was always willful, and she was rarely kind to others out of her own initiative. This was her first time willingly giving her toys to someone. Hugging him, she muttered unclearly, "Aunt Coco’s so sad because she's homeless now..."'This bitch took her place!'However, Joseph did not hear her clearly. "What did you say?""Nothing..."Xavia could feel Joseph's unobstructed bias toward Chloe, and a pang of bitterness hit her. A tinge of deep envy flashed across her eyes. 'All of them bully me. I must make Chloe suffer in turn.'She took her phone out and texted Vanya. [You're nearby, right? Can you come here now and help me snap a few photos?]At night, an entertainment magazine received an anonymous email. There were a few photographs of Joseph and Xavia coming out of the Whitman family home together. The photos were coupled w
Joseph held Chloe's hand and led her to the second floor. He then found a suitable spot and pressed down on her shoulders. "Sit."She obediently sat. When she looked over the first floor, she saw Harold in a suit, easily answering the reporters' questions."Firstly, Xavia will not be a part of the Whitman family. If you're interested in the details, you can ask her. Secondly, Chloe isn't a homewrecker. She's the granddaughter-in-law I've approved of though they're divorced now. Thirdly, I'll seek legal help and sue those who continue to slander Chloe. She’s a good person. I'm at such an age now, so I'm quite experienced. I won't be mistaken."Even an honorable person has difficulties handling household affairs. It's the same case with my family, but the one thing I can guarantee is that I'll be responsible for it as long as it's a child of the Whitman family. I won't let them become a homeless child and suffer miserably."As a result, Chloe's eyes turned watery. Harold was still ta
Chloe stopped what she was doing and said, "I'm all ears, Grandpa.""A child is a life. Since the child has come to this world, we have no right to snatch their life. If it’s a Whitman child, the Whitmans should be responsible for the child, correct?"With her eyes lowered, Chloe managed to hide the emotion in her eyes. "Yes.""But after all, the child isn’t borne by a granddaughter-in-law whom the Whitmans approve of. Hence, they have no right to inherit Joseph and the Whitmans’ properties. Only your child has such a right. This is a guarantee for you."The Whitman family would not starve the child but they would not invest too much in him either. That was the difference between a legal wife and a second wife since ancient times. However, Xavia was not even considered a second wife.Joseph held Chloe's hand. "In short, our child is the first heir regardless of their gender."Chloe looked at him and saw the sincerity in the latter's dark eyes. He meant what he said. At the moment
Joseph got out of a luxury car and stuffed the car key into her hands. "Give it a spin."Chloe's eyes gleamed with excitement as she stared at the car. It was silvery white with a charming appearance and a feminine style. She had a slight impression of that car’s logo, knowing full well that the price was a seven-digit figure. That bit of money was nothing much for Joseph.Beaming happily, Chloe revealed her neat white teeth, making her appear flirtatious and seductive. "Thank you, Jojo."Joseph placed his large palm on the wall behind Chloe and his gigantic shadow engulfed her. He uttered in dissatisfaction, "Just a verbal gratitude?"His actions sent Chloe's heart pounding. She could feel his strong and unique demeanor enveloping her. Consequently, she blushed and pecked his thin lips.Warmth soon crept up his aloof gaze. He touched her head. "You'll be the driver. I'll take the passenger seat."Chloe gaped. "Are we heading to the jewelry show like that? It'll take half an hour
Joseph fixed his gaze on Chloe. His long amorous eyes were full of extreme possessiveness. He had always regarded the dumbo as a charming woman, and now, he yearned to dig out the eyes of those who were staring at her intensely.While narrowing her eyes, Xavia looked at Noah sitting in the front row. 'I don't know why he invited me. Does he just want me to see that bitch Chloe show off?'Noah seemed to have realized something. He turned around and smirked at Xavia. Then, he got up and walked backstage.Xavia received a text from an unknown number. [Come with me.] She hesitated for a few seconds before she hurried after Noah.In the corridor, Noah took out Eustace's phone. He smiled broadly. "Does this look familiar?"Xavia's face paled and her hair stood on end. "Why do you have Eustace's phone?""I picked it up."Incredulity, horror, and vigilance got the better of her. "What do you want?""Was it your doing? The hot topic on the Internet?""I don't know what you're talking a
Chloe stiffened. She obediently followed the man out before she hugged her head with both hands and got on her knees.It was a mess out there. Most of the attendants had run away by taking advantage of the mess. A small part of the crowd was subdued by the robbers, including Noah and Abigail.Abigail was the only injured person among them. Her thigh had been shot, and her face was beaten up. It looked like she had fought against them. However, physical combat could not withstand the power of firearms.Too many people were being held there, so the police tried to negotiate with the robbers."Get me a van now. I'll give you three minutes. One of them will die with every minute that you're late!" The leader was a fierce and ruthless man. He pressed his gun against Chloe's forehead and gestured arrogantly. "Tell Joseph Whitman to get me 75 million in cash. Otherwise, I'll blow up this bitch's head!"Tyson appeared to comply, asking someone to get them a van.Noah watched as they trie
A chill ran down Chloe's spine as she felt her blood run cold.The leader threw a knife at the tanned, thin man. "We're out of bullets. Use this to get rid of her."The latter picked up the knife and walked toward Chloe.Blood drained out of Chloe's face. The door was locked, so she had no place to run to. She screamed loudly to gain attention."Help! Is there anyone out there?! Please save me!""Stop screaming. This village has long been abandoned. There’s no one else except us."Chloe felt like she had fallen into an abyss. The last bit of hope in her was ruined and replaced with despair.When the man saw her charming face, he felt some compassion for her. "Be good. Don't struggle. I'll do it quickly, so you won't feel any pain."When Chloe saw the brick at the corner, she decided to risk it. Although the chances of winning were next to none, she had to do something in the face of impending danger. Under his gaze, her eyes turned watery. She pointed at the beer on the floor.
After Chloe calmed herself, she realized that the place she was in resembled the villa she lived in while overseas five years ago. However, upon closer inspection, the exterior scenery was different. She realized something and froze."Did you build a villa identical to the one I stayed in five years ago?" she asked.Noah was busy bandaging himself. Upon hearing her question, he replied, "Yeah, doesn't it look almost identical?"Chloe's gaze swept over every item in the room, and she admitted that she was touched. She turned back to Noah and looked at him gently as if she had returned to the time when she simply treated him as a little brother."How did you convince Tiffany to cooperate with you?"Tiffany had made her move while Noah distracted Desmond."I just told her about it, and she agreed."Chloe asked, "Do you think you’re treating her fairly?"Noah said flatly, "I’ll compensate her."Compensate? How? Chloe thought that youth was the most precious thing in the world, but
In the Whitman family home, Joseph went to deal with a bunch of urgent company matters after putting Jasper to sleep. By the time he finished, it was already past three in the morning. He contemplated calling Chloe to ask about Noah's situation, but thinking it might disrupt her sleep, he abandoned the idea.When Joseph woke up the next day, it was already half past six. He recalled Chloe mentioning that Exotic Star had a new product launching today and that she would have to wake up early. He reached for his phone on the table, intending to call her.However, his hand slipped and the phone fell to the floor. The loud thud caused his heart to tremble. He stared at the shattered phone screen as he got a bad feeling. He grabbed his spare phone and quickly dialed Chloe's number. After ringing for some time, a cold, mechanical voice informed him that there was no one available to answer at the moment. Without hesitation, he immediately headed to the Sullivan Manor. When Joseph got ther
“Yes, Grandpa, and I hope you won't stop me when the time comes," Noah said. "You're not discussing this with me. You're just informing me!" Desmond said exasperatedly. "I'm sorry, Grandpa.”Desmond hemmed and hawed for a long while, at a loss for words. He seemed to age ten years as he stared into the distance through the window. After a while, he said, "I've already had someone contact doctors abroad regarding your condition, so don't worry. All you have to do now is just focus on recovering. Don't give up so soon."Sensing Desmond's determination, Noah's eyes filled with tears. He too wished to spend a few more years with his grandfather.When they arrived at the Sullivan manor, the foreign doctors had replied. Upon learning that the renowned healer, Z, had treated Noah but only achieved limited success, they decided not to intervene.Noah was not discouraged by this. He comforted Desmond and said, "Grandpa, I would like to go abroad for a few days. It's been a long time sin
Half an hour later, Desmond and Noah walked out of the ward together.Desmond said, "The doctor told you to stay in the hospital for a few more days, so why don't you just listen? If something happens to you again, they can treat you immediately."Noah smiled warmly and said, "It's okay. The medical equipment at home is sufficient."Desmond sighed. It would be good if Noah stayed at home as well. At least there would be more pairs of eyes on him.Desmond instructed the driver to come to the hospital’s basement car park. When he hung up the phone, he looked around the corridor and wondered, "Wasn't Chloe just sitting here? Where is she?"Noah did not say anything and just lowered his head."And where's Tiffany too? Call her. We need to go home," Desmond said as he took his phone out to call Chloe.However, Chloe did not answer his call. Noah did not call Tiffany. Instead, he said, "Her brother had something to discuss with her, so he came by and brought her home. Maybe Chloe ha
Chloe looked at Tiffany and said sarcastically, "Not everyone is willing to contribute their entire life knowing that the other person doesn't like them."Tiffany had a heart problem. She might die at any moment, yet she chose to live around someone who did not love her back. Chloe often marveled at the greatness of love, but she would never possess such a sacrificial spirit.Tiffany laughed coldly. "It’s because I have compassion and you don't. When Xavia died before your eyes, you just coldly stared at her body."Chloe raised her head sharply, glared at Tiffany, and shouted at the top of her lungs, "Xavia took my child, stole my man, and wrecked my marriage! She nearly got me killed several times! If she hadn’t died, it might have been me! I should've celebrated her death with fireworks! None of you know what I've been through, so stop pointing fingers at me!"At first, she had felt responsible for Xavia's death, but she had since come to her senses. Xavia's death had nothing to
Desmond was taken aback that he even forgot his cane and almost tripped on the carpet. He quickly got back up and headed for the second floor. The butler immediately called for an ambulance while the other housekeepers guided the panicked guests away.Chloe furrowed her brows, following Desmond into Noah's bedroom. The curtains were drawn tightly, blocking out all light. But just standing at the door, one could detect the strong scent of rust from inside.A helper flipped a switch, and the room was flooded with light. The wooden furniture was neatly arranged while neatly folded clothes sat on the sofa.Chloe looked around but did not see Noah. She then looked toward the bathroom and her face sank.Tiffany pointed to the bathroom and said, "He's in there."Desmond trembled as he pushed open the bathroom door. Inside was a mess, with red stains covering the floor. Noah was in the bathtub, his wet clothes clinging to his body. His arms hung limply over the tub's edge, and his head sl
Chloe did not know how to answer."Say something. You wanted her dead, right? Are you happy now that she is dead?!” Kenneth shouted angrily at her, his eyes bloodshot and his gaze piercing.He was so loud that it drew the attention of many nearby. Callum and Joseph rushed over, and Joseph shielded Chloe behind him. He pushed Kenneth back several steps and said sternly, "Never speak of that woman in front of Chloe again. Otherwise, there'll be consequences!""Hah! Are you protecting a murderer?" Kenneth laughed. "Oh yeah, you’re both responsible for Xavia's death after all."Smack!Callum slapped Kenneth across the face, instantly silencing him. "Get a grip, Ken! Xavia deserved to die. Stop embarrassing yourself in front of Chloe.”Kenneth held his face as he muttered, "Yeah, you're right… Xavia should’ve died. She was evil. She deceived and took advantage of me… She should die..."Then why was he so tormented over her death? He could not sleep or eat. He knew Xavia deserved th
Joseph frowned. "Of course not. Her death has nothing to do with you. Promise me you won’t think such thoughts."The unexpected turn of events caught both Chloe and him off guard. Xavia clearly wanted to haunt Chloe forever by killing herself in front of her. Although he felt shocked, he was not deeply shaken. After all, he had not witnessed Xavia's jump, and Xavia probably thought that the third floor was not enough to kill her. After all, being in the hospital for treatment was better than being detained by the police.Chloe looked at Joseph with vacant eyes and smiled bitterly. "You're right. It’s good that she's finally dead. She got what she deserved, and I should be happy," she said."Exactly. Even if she didn't jump, the police would’ve arrested her," Joseph said gently, "It's my fault for asking you to buy us some time. If she comes back as a ghost to haunt you, I'll stop her."Joseph, Tyson, and a few officers had arrived just moments after Xavia jumped. He had brought a g
Everyone erupted into gasps. As a deafening crash came from below, the staff scattered. Some ran downstairs to try and rescue Iris. Some who had rushed to the windows shouted anxiously, "She's still alive!"Everyone around Chloe was running as her mind was filled with an endless ringing. The whole world became a blur. She never imagined that things would end like this. The meeting hall was on the third floor. It was not too high, but it could be fatal if one were to land on their head. Everyone's accusatory gaze fell on Chloe, and the crowd started to murmur."Damn, how could she do this to Iris? Do you think she’ll be haunted by nightmares tonight?""Yeah, why does she insist that Iris is Xavia?""What if Iris dies? Won’t Ms. Chloe indirectly become a murderer?""Do you think Iris will come for revenge in the middle of the night when she dies?"Something inside Chloe snapped, and she shouted, "It wasn't me! What she did has nothing to do with me!"Her outburst silenced the ro