Chloe drew in a sharp breath and gazed at him. "Do you have any proof?""Chloe, you have to believe me," Joseph implored, “For disrupting your wedding today, he's now retaliating like a madman.""Stop talking. I don’t want my mood spoiled."Clearly agitated, Chloe put an end to the conversation. She felt torn between her family and the father of her child, and this feeling overwhelmed her.Joseph was unsurprised by her reaction. He shot her a look that spoke volumes. It was a complex mix of worry and unspoken sentiment. He did not want to unsettle her any further at this point. Once she had received treatment and regained her memories, she would naturally comprehend the situation and stay away from Noah.Chloe felt uncomfortable under his gaze, and her temples throbbed painfully. "I'm going home. I'll come in the morning to send Jasper to school.”*Meanwhile, at Duskfall, Otto pushed a door open and was greeted by an intricately embroidered landscape painting hung on the wall.
Noah's steps came to a sudden halt. The faint smile on his face disappeared as he turned to face Desmond, whose probing eyes seemed to read his very soul. A flutter of unease stirred within his chest. Desmond's eyes, shadowy yet deep, locked onto his. Everything was understood without the need for words.Desmond might not know the specifics of what Noah had done, but he had grown suspicious the moment Joseph audaciously invaded their home in broad daylight to abduct a bride. Furthermore, Harold hesitated to speak about the incident. He knew things were not as simple as they seemed. The day Joseph had the car accident coincided perfectly with the day Noah was out on a business trip to Fennelville.He had always believed Noah to be pure-hearted, mild-tempered, and loyal, incapable of any rash actions. But confronted with the facts, how could he dismiss his suspicions?For a few seconds, Noah's gaze flickered before shifting away. Desmond felt a sinking feeling in his heart. He knew al
Chloe whipped her head around, her eyes locking onto his. A jolt of surprise raced through her. "When did you wake up?""Just after you," Noah said, holding her gaze. "Has the paternity test result come back?”"Yes.""What did it say?""Jasper is my biological child." Chloe saw the weight of her words on Noah’s face but saw no other option. To continue with this farce would harm everyone involved. "Consider our wedding a mistake. I’m unworthy of being your wife."Yesterday, a crowd of guests and friends had been waiting. She had to maintain a front and she could not disgrace the Sullivan family or embarrass Noah. The wedding simply had to proceed.Despite having braced himself, Noah felt like he had been stabbed through the heart when he told him those words. He felt as though he was gasping for air, like a fish out of water. At times, he wished he could show her his heart, to show her what it was like. He loved her no less than Joseph did."Go tell Grandfather. If he agrees, I
Lucas hastily set his utensils aside. Covering his phone screen with both hands, he let out a forced laugh. "It's nothing, Mr. Joseph," he said. ‘If Mr. Joseph sees this, his day will be ruined,’ Lucas thought, 'Ignorance is bliss, as the saying goes. Better for Ms. Chloe, better for Mr. Joseph, and better for me.'Joseph chuckled dismissively, "Are you in a relationship?""No, not at all. I was just browsing through someone else's social feed," Lucas clarified, sincerity gracing his face.Without another word, Joseph strode briskly into his office.Relieved, Lucas went back to his meal and resumed scrolling. He noticed that more and more people were sharing posts about the champagne from Chloe and Noah. Apart from the drinks, elegantly crafted candy boxes had also been sent to partner companies, conveying a solid image of a loving relationship.The mahogany boxes were ornate and lavish, decorated with intricate carvings. One glance was enough to see they were expensive. It was
Jasper frowned and averted his gaze, giving her neither eye contact nor a response.Xavia's face flushed. She hid her irritation and nagged him, "Why are you acting this way toward your own mother?""You're not my mom," Jasper stared at her, unwilling to back down."I am your mother. Don't act out." Xavia, clued into what had happened between Joseph and Jasper, felt no need to give details. She grabbed his small hand and made her way toward a nearby parked car. "You must be thirsty. I got you your favorite drink. Shall we go have it in the car?"Jasper attempted to yank his hand back, but Xavia's grip tightened, leaving a red imprint on his skin. The pain served as a stark reminder that he was no match for an adult's strength.Just as he was about to be dragged into the car, Jasper bit down hard on Xavia's wrist."Ah!" Xavia shrieked, releasing Jasper’s hand. She masked her fury as she sharply asked, "Who on earth taught you to bite?"The boy was so uncivilized!"I don't want t
Chloe furrowed her brows. Even though she did not know what Xavia was up to, she knew she could not let her take Jasper away."Get away from us!"Without hesitation, she shielded Jasper and lifted her foot to deliver a kick to Xavia's thigh. Xavia quickly protected her belly. Not anticipating Chloe to attack her in public and caught off guard, she lost her balance and fell."How could you! I’m carrying a baby!" Xavia shouted, her face filling with tears. Some passersby came forward to help her and one of them said, "Miss, can't you resolve your issues without resorting to violence? She's pregnant, after all.""Exactly. Pregnant women are vulnerable, and you just kicked her. What if you had harmed the baby?"Refusing to back down, Jasper poked his head out from behind Chloe and said sternly, "She attacked us first. We’re just defending ourselves."The bystanders fell silent and looked between Xavia and Chloe. They felt that a kid would not lie. Perhaps there was a misunderstan
"Are you okay?" Joseph asked while checking Chloe. He was worried that she might have been grazed or hit by the bus."I'm fine. Thank you," Chloe replied flatly. "Who pushed you?" Joseph asked as he glared at Xavia coldly. Although he had not seen the person who pushed Chloe, it was impossible for a person to suddenly fall without an external force."I have no idea," Chloe replied softly as she stepped out of his embrace. She turned around and approached Xavia. "But besides you, there was no one else who could’ve done it."The harrowing incident had left Chloe’s complexion pale, and her bangs were dampened with a thin layer of sweat. She looked a little afraid, yet the eerie gleam in her eyes showed that she was wholly p*ssed.Fear gripped Xavia as she took a step back. While she might have been able to handle Chloe, things were different when Joseph was here."Trying to run away now?" Chloe grabbed Xavia’s wrist and chuckled. "It's too late."In the next second, she grabbed
Chloe narrowed her eyes. Xavia did not look like she was pretending. The first trimester of pregnancy was the hardest period. When the mother was agitated or hurt, it was likely that something would happen to the baby. Chloe had wanted to give Xavia a lesson, not harm the innocent baby.Without sparing Xavia another glance, Joseph whisked Chloe and Jasper away to his car.Chloe's gaze remained fixed on Xavia through the window until the driver of Xavia’s car got out and pulled her into the car. Chloe felt as if someone was watching her, but the car’s window was heavily tinted, and she could not see inside."Are you an idiot?" Otto hissed, "Not only did you fail to get the little b*stard, but you also almost got yourself killed. If anything happens to the baby in your womb, my father will kick you out of Duskfall." Xavia trembled and regained some sense. Her hands trembled as she placed them over her abdomen. Feeling pain that was getting stronger with each passing second, she pa