"If I liked Noah, would I be sitting here calmly chatting with you? I'd be giving you trouble, plotting ways to torment you, and trying to pull you two apart.""You're right, I was overthinking it," Chloe readily agreed, before suddenly changing her tone. "So, you like Vince?""Hell no! I'd sooner fall for a woman than that lumbering oaf!" Zoelle leaped up, banging her head on the car roof and howling in pain.Chloe stared at her intently. "Then why did you pick a fight with Bethany?""Because I can't stand that pretentious act of hers.""But you don't know her and will probably never cross paths with her in the future."Chloe had a point. While she did not have a good first impression of Bethany either, she had not intentionally caused trouble or overtly showed her dislike. There was no need, and she could not be bothered. Normally, Zoelle would react the same way as well, but when it came to Vince and Bethany, she was visibly emotional."Exactly, but that won’t stop me from di
Due to the glare on the glass, Chloe squinted to try and make out the face of the person in the window but ended up tearing up due to the sun’s glare. When she rubbed her eyes and looked up again, the shadow at the window had disappeared.Just then, the help came back out. "Ms. Tiffany is feeling unwell and will not be able to meet you all. Sorry, but you'll have to leave," she said.Joseph's eyes flashed a hint of anticipation. He put his arm around Chloe's shoulder and leaned in close to whisper, "Will you join me and Jas for dinner tonight?"As he suddenly closed the gap between them, Chloe's immediate reaction was to push him away. But Joseph seemed to have expected this and tightened his hold, whispering so that only she could hear them, "Don't push me away. Just play along.""Play along?" Chloe asked. Her voice was sugary sweet, but she glared at him. She felt that he was taking advantage of her."Noah's here." Joseph was attempting to provoke Noah into showing himself.Chl
[Are you two really back together? Spill the beans!][I want the truth in 10 seconds. Don't make me beg!][Wow, I knew you two would rekindle your relationship, but poor Noah.][Dud, why didn’t you appreciate what you had when you had it? Why do you only value it after you've lost it?][Help! So was Noah just a rebound?][Noah’s a decent guy. It's better to speak up early than to lead him on.]*While many comments sang praises, a significant number also offered criticism. Joseph scrolled through his phone and skimmed past the negative feedback. As he read each positive comment, a rare smile graced his face. The genuine happiness in his eyes was undeniable as if the whole thing was real.Engrossed in her phone, Chloe missed this rare display of emotion. "You should post a picture too," she proposed, "It'd feel more authentic if we both do it."Little did she know that Joseph had never posted personal photos on his account. He only ever posted work-related content regarding Fai
The first message she received was from Emily.[What the hell?! You’re back together with Joseph?!][Why aren't you answering the phone? Are you seriously together with Joseph?][The Internet’s exploding and your reputation’s tanking. Just stay calm and don't let them get to you.]Chloe sighed. She then noticed that the number of followers on her social media had reached ten million. They were fans of Joseph, and these new fans were leaving messages on her account.[Wow, official announcement! And it looks to be for real.][This is the first time Joseph has ever posted a private photo. What's more, it's a lovey-dovey picture. It must be real!][Yeah, a man only shows off his girlfriend if he really likes her.][I'm so jealous… I want to be Chloe too. I want a boyfriend like Joseph.][My boyfriend refuses to post a photo of me on his social media. I'm so sad!][Miss, if your boyfriend refuses to post your photo, it means he really doesn't like you. Unless he works in a super p
As the guard continued to refuse her, Xavia felt her frustration surge. ‘Fine. You don't want to see me and take up your responsibility? I'll let the whole world know that you're a heartless man who abandoned his wife and child!'At three in the morning, Kenneth was awakened by Ophelia."Ken! Wake up! You’re being targeted online!"He rubbed his eyes in confusion and asked, "What do you mean?"Ophelia handed him her tablet and said, "See for yourself."Xavia had posted an article late at night saying that her child had lost his father and she did not want to live anymore. Many netizens were worried that something had happened to her and reported the post to the police. When the cops arrived at the hospital, they found that Xavia had tried to harm herself. Fortunately, the wounds were not deep, and she and the child were not in life-threatening danger.Kenneth had always been seen as a good man in the eyes of the public. But now, despite being a prince, he was criticized by the ne
Before Chloe could respond, Emily barged into her room."Tell me! Is the news true or false?" Emily shook Chloe vigorously, her eyes filled with concern. “You don’t have to do this for Jasper. There are many ways to make it up to him. There's no need to sacrifice your happiness. Remember, always put yourself first, even before your child. That being said, if you and Joseph aren’t just reconciling for Jasper’s sake but genuinely repairing your relationship, I will support your decision."Feeling touched, Chloe looked at Emily and said, "Actually, it's neither.""Huh?" Emily blinked, a hint of understanding crossing her face. "I get it now. Are you using Joseph's financial power to resolve Exotic Star's crisis?"Chloe nodded, then applied a face mask. "You could say that.""Brilliant! You have my full support! Screw men! Women are on the rise now!" Emily considered this compensation for all the hurt Joseph had put Chloe through.As Chloe pulled out a lilac suit dress from the wardr
The next moment, Joseph got out of the car as well. He gave no response and simply looked at his watch to check the time while Bethany continued, "Joe, do you think Jas will like me?"Joseph lowered his head to look at her and said plainly, "Probably."Although Jasper was reserved, he did not dislike someone without reason. Bethany was filled with joy. She grabbed Joseph’s arm and said, "I hope Jas and I get along.”The midday sun bathed Chloe's shoulders in abundant light. While it should have provided warmth, all she sensed was a cold chill that ran through her entire body. Men were deceitful creatures. All those words about Bethany being unimportant and that no one would affect their relationship were nothing but empty talks. She should never have trusted him.Chloe could tell at a glance that Bethany was a schemer. This was nothing more than an attempt to get closer to Joseph, using her fondness for children as a pretext to approach him. Her eyes narrowed as she walked briskl
Bethany froze and her sobbing abruptly ceased. She stared at Joseph in disbelief, unable to utter a word. She could not believe that he was sending her away because of Chloe. It was as if Chloe had bewitched him the moment he saw her.Joseph could sense Bethany’s emotions through her gaze but felt that he had done nothing wrong. He flagged down a cab and pushed her into it.There was nothing Bethany could do other than be ushered into the cab like a puppet. She stared at Chloe, who appeared indifferent, and a touch of resentment flitted through her eyes.*After Bethany was sent away, Jasper came out. Chloe smiled and grabbed his hand. "Let's go, I bought you some delicious food. We can have it in the car.""Thanks, Mom. Are you done with all your work?" Jasper asked. He was looking at only her, completely ignoring Joseph’s presence.Joseph did not get angry. He stared at Chloe deeply as if seeking approval. He felt that he had handled the situation well, but it seemed to him tha