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.
Suddenly, tear gas was thrown in from the outside and fell at the leader’s feet. In the next second, it emitted a dazzling white light, causing temporary vision loss.Chloe immediately shut her eyes. She reacted quickly and took off her windbreaker to put it over her head for fear that she might inhale the gas, waiting to be rescued.Bang!The iron door was knocked open with a loud noise. A cold hand grasped hers. "Keep your eyes closed and cover your mouth and nose. Follow me."They had been lying in wait there an hour ago. However, they did not dare to act rashly for fear that she might be forcefully taken again. Hence, they could only lie in wait and wait for the right time.Surprise overwhelmed Chloe. It was Joseph. She inevitably sobbed. "Okay.""Motherfucker! You can't leave!" The leader grabbed Chloe's other arm as if he wanted to break her into two halves. If she was gone, they would be doomed.Fierceness engulfed Joseph's eyes before he kicked the man's chest and sent t