Chloe gazed at the drizzle outside the window. She was in a bad mood, and she became a little tense. Joseph was not dead but his safety was uncertain. Is that jerk truly that unlucky?"Chloe, you look sick and crestfallen." Frieda looked at Chloe sadly."I know. I’m going to the hospital." Chloe walked out determinedly.She wanted to see a doctor as there was something wrong with. She must be sick. The private hospital she went to the other day must be unreliable because they did not find anything wrong with her.Her mind was inexplicably occupied by Joseph, and she had to divert her attention. "Let me go with you." Frieda put the document down and followed Chloe. If her son was around, he would surely want her to take good care of Chloe.Chloe glanced at Frieda but did not stop her. She did need someone with her in case she fainted again. Chloe and Frieda arrived at the hospital. Chloe registered at the emergency room and got a brain scan. When the doctor saw the results, he
Xavia gritted her teeth when she gained no response from Chloe. She said, "Did you see the news? Joe got into a car accident and is probably dead." A tinge of pain flashed across Chloe's eyes. She stared at Xavia coldly. "What are you trying to say? Spill it and stop beating around the bush.""Nothing. I’m just feeling lucky that neither of us is married to Joe.""You failed to gain his hand."Xavia's face turned livid. "I'm just lamenting. You don't have to be so harsh.""What for? Are you lamenting that you aren’t a widow?""No one wants to be a widow."Xavia loved Joseph. No man could compare to him in terms of power, looks, and aura. His only shortcoming was his bad taste. He liked Chloe instead of her. If Joseph had agreed to be with her, he would have a happy family of three.Duskfall would not have acted so quickly.She felt like she had the means to decide one's life and death if she was with them. She stood upright from the realization. "There are more willing wome
“Ms. Chloe... Can you pick me up please?" Jasper sobbed, his tears breaking Chloe's heart.She asked worriedly, "Where are you? Did someone bully you?""I don't know where I am. Can I send you my location, Ms. Chloe?""Sure."When Chloe received the location, she sped off toward it.Frieda did not tag along for fear of exposing her identity. It was already considered a great help if she did not add to Joseph's troubles.She told Chloe about Preston and Jonathan's visit, advising the latter to be careful. They must have something evil planned. *When Chloe arrived at the destination, she found herself at a deserted park. She bent down toward Jasper and asked, "How did you get here?" "Great Uncle Pres brought me. He told me my dad was here."Jasper was wearing a private school uniform, its dark blue color gave off a noble and refined air. He also had a backpack on his shoulder. Worry and insecurity were etched into his frown lines. Chloe did not know what to say. After some
Chloe was taken aback. She clenched her fists. "Who told you that?"Jasper hung his head and did not answer her question. He said in a desolate tone, "I think I am."He had been motherless since young and his grandfather had been in a coma. And now, his father had gotten into an accident not long after his grandfather woke up. He was just five years old, but all he brought them was misery. Jasper believed he was a curse."No, you're not a curse,” Chloe said gently, "Every child is a gift God picked out with great care, and only the luckiest people receive these gifts. Your family's life became wonderful and interesting after you came along. Similarly, they only became a true family after you came."Jasper's eyes lit up, making him look naive and pure. "Really? I’m a gift God picked out? I'm not a curse?" "Of course, you’re not. Sometimes, the best news is no news. I'm sure Joseph managed to escape from the danger." Chloe smiled and smoothed the boy’s messy hair.Jasper nodded
“Then what about Jon? He's a Whitman. I won't object to it if you make him the new leader." "Are you trying to force my hand?! Stop flattering yourself. I'm far more experienced than you. How dare you play these tricks on me! I may have one foot in the grave, but I can still punish you and make your lives in Docwood difficult!" Harold shouted. Although he was scolding them, he was telling the truth.Preston had been in jail for several years, but he had not suffered much on account of the family. Preston would have languished in jail if Harold had been serious about punishing him then.Though he was outraged, Preston did not dare to make a scene. He gave up and sat in an armchair. "I don't give a damn. I’ll just be frank. Only Jon or I can be made the leader. Don't even dream of giving the position to someone else." Trying to curry favor with Harold, Jonathan massaged Harold’s shoulders. "Grandpa, we only wish to help you shoulder the burden. We need someone to manage the company
Jasper looked toward Chloe as she bent over and whispered to him. He was never scared, but when he saw her protect him unconditionally, an unfamiliar warmth spread through him.He lowered his head to hide his tears. He shook his head. "It was Great Uncle. He took me with him to look for Daddy. He then dumped me in a deserted park.”Jasper’s voice was soft and not as cheerful as usual, invoking the protective side of those who heard him."You're an outsider here. You have no right to speak." Jonathan panicked. He pointed at Chloe and said agitatedly, "You and Jas probably cooked up a scheme together while on the way here. Stop falsely accusing my dad.""That's right. Leave now or we’ll beat you up."Preston had long found Chloe an eyesore. She had stirred up such a huge commotion in the Whitman family in the past. And though she and Joseph were now divorced, she still refused to leave.‘Is she here to grab Joseph’s wealth after finding out he’s dead? Yeah, that’s probably it. Geez
"That’s nonsense! My dad isn’t scared in the least!" Preston denied."Ahem, I'm just a weak and sick old man. Of course, I'm scared," Harold started wailing. While slapping his thigh grievously, he added, "Before you got here, they were trying to force me into making Jon the head of the family. I'm still alive, yet they’re still trying to snatch the family assets. What did I do to deserve such misery?" Chloe clenched her fists and glared at Preston and Jonathan. She then consoled Harold, "Don't worry, Grandpa. I'm here now."Harold took care of her, so she could not just ignore him.Harold nodded. "Thank you, Chloe." He had good insight and had not misjudged her.Jonathan felt that Chloe was about to ruin his plan. He suppressed his anger and smiled. "Hey, does Noah know you're here? You sure are a fickle woman."This woman was at her ex-husband's house one day before her wedding. She should have left by now out of shame.Chloe's expression fell. She subconsciously touched th
Chloe beamed. "Okay. I’ll wait till you grow up to earn lots of money for me to spend.""I will!”*At night at the Sullivan Manor, Chloe had just parked the car when a servant approached her. "Ms. Chloe, Mr. Desmond asked for you."“Is he not sleeping yet?"It was already eleven. Desmond was an early riser and early sleeper. Staying up past ten was considered burning the midnight oil for him."No, he's been waiting for you and Mr. Noah.""Noah isn’t back yet?""No."Chloe slapped her forehead, a hint of annoyance in her expression. No wonder Desmond had waited up. The wedding was tomorrow, so of course, the absence of the newlyweds worried him.The courtyard of Sullivan Manor was artfully divided into several distinctive areas. Chloe was aware that Desmond favored the lotus flowers at the pond. The lake's sparkling surface had a calming effect on his restless heart, especially on quiet, lonely nights.Upon arriving at the pond, Chloe found Desmond there. She quickened her p