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Even though everything that happened today was the result of his own choices, Colin couldn't help but feel that his humiliation was somehow tied to the woman standing beside him.And yet, he had no proof. Every time he looked into Aspen's eyes, he couldn't find a trace of scheming within them. He could only grit his teeth and swallow the disgrace in silence.He gave Rebecca a casual smile and spoke as if nothing had happened. "Just a minor hiccup. Gwen acted out of line; I'm sorry for the spectacle.""If she acts out at home, that's one thing. But don't bring her out only to have her act so foolishly in public. Everyone here has a reputation to uphold," Rebecca replied pointedly, then turned and walked away.After all, it was still someone else's family matter. Even if she had her opinions, there wasn't much she could say. It wouldn't be appropriate to affect the couple's relationship.In wealthy circles, feelings were never the priority—benefits always came first. While they all
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"This is my business card. If you really end up without a home, I wouldn't mind taking you in."Jay then shoved his card directly into Aspen's hand. His behavior was utterly inappropriate and offensive.Given his status and upbringing, he should never have acted this way, especially considering Aspen wasn't attending the banquet under her own name. She was here as Colin's wife, carrying the title of Mrs. Fuller.In other words, what Jay did wasn't just a slap to Aspen's face—it was a slap to Colin and to the entire Fuller Group. If Aspen tolerated this humiliation without pushing back, it would only drag Fuller Group's reputation through the mud.Everyone present was sharp and experienced. Many of them had been eyeing Aspen with similar intentions. Jay was nothing more than the sacrificial pawn sent to test the waters.Now, all eyes were on Aspen, waiting to see how she would respond.Aspen didn't flinch, nor did her expression change in the slightest.She simply smiled gently,
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"With this soft skin and fair complexion of mine, how exactly do I look like a frozen brick? But you—what, it's only been a few days, and your fighting power's leveled up again?" Aren looked at the glowing Aspen and felt a wave of satisfaction.This was the Aspen he knew. She was always meant to shine like this—radiant and brilliant, just like she was now.Noticing Aren staring at her, Aspen smiled and asked, "How did things go on your end? Smoothly, I hope?""With your help? Of course it went smoothly," Aren answered honestly.If it hadn't been for Aspen's clever plan to buy him time, there was no way the collaboration talk would have gone so well.Hearing that, Aspen immediately waved off any credit. "I didn't help with anything! That was all your own skills, and it had nothing to do with me!"As she spoke, she couldn't help but burst into laughter.At that moment, music began to play in the banquet hall. Aren reached out a hand. "May I have this dance, beautiful lady?""Of
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"Yes, Aspen Nicholls is my wife. So show some respect," Colin said coldly with a snort.Aren didn't get angry. He simply shrugged and smiled. "Well, what a coincidence. She's my junior from university, and I thought she didn't have a husband. That's why I was being polite and invited her to dance. Now that you're here, I suppose my job here is done."He had already gotten everything he came for, so there was no need to stir up conflict with Colin now. Besides, in a setting like this, the only people who lost control were the ones without class.The crowd began whispering and pointing at Colin. Though no one spoke directly, their body language, expressions, and eyes had already nailed him to a pillar of shame.Colin could feel the scorn radiating from all sides, and it made his blood boil. He channeled all that rage toward Aspen."You really couldn't stand being lonely for a minute, could you?""I'm sorry, honey." Aspen lowered her eyes. Her voice was soft and full of pitiful rest
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Colin didn't say anything out loud, but the look in his eyes and the expression on his face made his thoughts painfully clear. It made Aspen feel so disgusted, she nearly threw up. She shoved Colin off her before letting out a cold snort and walked away with long, determined strides.She had already gotten everything she wanted tonight. There was no reason to keep pretending with these people, especially with someone as revolting as Colin still around.Things had already blown up enough for the evening. Given the chaos, her leaving now was perfectly reasonable. So she walked out of the banquet hall without hesitation.Riley stood by the door, his expression slightly complicated as he watched Colin. After a moment, he cautiously asked, "Mr. Fuller, maybe we should head to the hospital first?""Hmm."Colin's wound was still bleeding, so it was indeed time to get it treated.Once they were in the car, Riley reported on the situation with Jay. He chose his words very carefully, mak
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"Why didn't you take me home?"Aspen looked at the unfamiliar villa in front of her and frowned slightly, feeling a bit flustered.It was the middle of the night, and it was just the two of them. If someone with bad intentions caught them on camera, what would she do?"You forgot that I work in tech," Aren said, easily reading the worry in her expression. "Don't worry; no one's taking photos around here. I know things between you and Colin are a mess right now. So I figured you wouldn't really want to go back and face him.""Yeah... Thank you."Aspen thought for a while and realized that, aside from saying thank you, she really didn't have much else to offer. She looked at Aren, feeling a little embarrassed, and said in a small voice, "I feel like I've been saying thank you nonstop. I'm sorry.""You don't need to feel sorry," Aren said with a smile. "And you definitely don't need to thank me. I'm an adult—I can take responsibility for my own choices."Once they stepped inside,
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Seeing Aspen so full of energy and purpose, Aren was instantly drawn in.It had been a long, long time since he had seen her like this. As she stared at the laptop screen, her eyes sparkled with determination, like someone ready to conquer anything in her path.Aren had only ever seen this version of Aspen back in university. The years she had spent in that marriage with Colin had completely worn away every bit of her brilliance.Just thinking about it made Aren furious. His brows furrowed tightly and he mentally cursed Colin over and over again.After working for a while, Aspen finally spoke up. "All right, I'm heading back.""Back? Back where?" Aren asked."To the Fuller residence." Aspen packed up the USB drive and raised an eyebrow at him. She added, "That's just the kind of person I am. When I want something, I'll do whatever it takes to get it."If she hadn't been pushed this far, Aspen would never have known this side of her existed. Now, she even felt a twinge of regret—
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"You really think this whole playing-hard-to-get act will make me want you?" Colin's eyes burned with fury as he tightened his grip around Aspen's neck.It was the first time Aspen had ever seen him so emotionally unhinged in front of her. Before, he had always been cold and detached, as if he didn't have emotions at all. However, Aspen knew better—he wasn't calm. He just never cared enough to show anything to her. Looking at him now, so overwhelmed and out of control, Aspen found it ridiculous.She didn't panic even when he had his hand around her throat. Instead, she grabbed his wrists tightly and said, "Colin, do you know something? Sometimes I honestly wish you would kill me. At least if I was dead, I wouldn't have to feel all this pain anymore.""You…" Colin stared at her in slight disbelief. She was so close, and yet it felt like he didn't know her at all.She had already stolen the spotlight at the banquet earlier. But now, as they stood face to face, she was even more stu
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Aspen found Candice's starstruck expression both amusing and peculiar. "You're a grown woman. Isn't the way you're looking at me a bit over the top?""Ms. Nicholls, you don't understand! I almost quit before meeting you!" Candice sighed, stealing a glance at Aspen to gauge her reaction before continuing, "Our field is inherently unfair to women. They've always excluded me and bullied me..."Aspen understood completely. In many men's eyes, technical work remained their exclusive domain, leaving women at an inherent disadvantage.Even so, they had all earned their places through skill. Aspen refused to consider herself inferior.She took Candice's hand with an encouraging smile. "You may work slower, but your accuracy is unmatched. We women have our own strengths. You're still green now, but you'll prove yourself with experience. Soon, no one will dare look down on you.""I didn't believe that before, but I do now after seeing you." Candice's eyes shone with admiration as she gazed
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"Thank you, everyone. But how's the work I assigned coming along?"Aspen cradled the bouquet Zephyr had given her while conducting an impromptu work inspection.The team couldn't help but laugh at her immediate focus on business. Who would have thought Aspen's first priority after returning would still be work?They then eagerly presented their recent achievements like treasures. Each member was an expert in their technical field, and while there were minor errors, the overall approaches were sound. After carefully reviewing everyone's data, Aspen sat down to verify the calculations herself.Meanwhile, Colin returned to the office in a foul mood. He stormed into the tech department only to find everyone—including Aspen—completely absorbed in work. His abrupt entrance made him seem out of place amidst the focused atmosphere.Seeing Colin's dark expression, Zephyr and several male colleagues immediately stood up, instinctively positioning themselves to protect Aspen should things
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Riley was utterly astonished as he watched Aspen's crisp, decisive movements. He could hardly believe how much she had grown.He had expected her to meekly accept the situation, but instead, she had turned around and demanded accountability.Meeting Riley's shocked gaze, Aspen smiled faintly. "I'm allowed to protect my legal rights, aren't I?""Absolutely! You absolutely should—it's only right!" Riley immediately voiced his support.Satisfied, Aspen nodded. "Let's go. We have work back at the office, so there's no need to wait for them.""But we only have one car.""They can take a cab."Aspen pulled open the driver's door and slid into the seat. She arched a brow at Riley with an amused expression. "You're welcome to hail a cab too. Just know the fare won't be reimbursed."Riley wasn't an idiot. Why would he take a cab when there was a perfectly good car right here?Besides, he wasn't the one behind the wheel, so the reins were in someone else's hands now. Why should he go th
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Gwyneth had been giving Aspen a provocative look, yet she was completely unprepared for the latter to resort to physical force. Her expression shifted instantly.When she spotted Colin approaching from the corner of her eye, she immediately dialed back her aggression, adopting a pitiful tone instead. "Ms. Nicholls, I only sat up front because I get carsick. Please don't be angry.""You could always drive—that way you'd still be in the front." Aspen crossed her arms, watching Gwyneth with mocking amusement."I..."Gwyneth stared at her, stunned by how airtight Aspen's logic was. There was simply no way to counter it."Mr. Fuller has a busy schedule today. Since you're so considerate, why are you still wasting time? If you're carsick, then you drive. I'll be sitting in my rightful seat."Aspen had no patience for this performance. She pulled out disinfectant wipes, meticulously cleaned the passenger seat, and then planted herself firmly in it.Watching this, Gwyneth turned teary-e
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Nothing infuriated Colin more than seeing Aspen smile at another man—especially when that man was Aren Jefferson.He stepped forward and wrapped his arm possessively around Aspen's waist, right in front of Aren. The tension in the room instantly thickened.But to Aren, the gesture just reeked of childishness. Unfazed, he stood and gave Aspen a casual wave. "I'll get out of your hair, then. See you later.""Hold it. Stay away from my wife from now on." Colin tightened his grip on Aspen as he issued the warning."Wife? Funny—I wouldn't have guessed."Aren actually paused, his gaze flickering between them before he let out a dry laugh. "I've been here every day this past week, bringing Pen home-cooked meals. And where were you? Some husband you are.""You…" Colin's grip tightened as he held onto Aspen's hand.Since he was cornered, he doubled down. "That's between me and my wife. It's none of your business.""Your marital drama? Sure, that's not my concern. But when it comes to my
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Gwyneth smashed several cups in her fury.Zac waved dismissively as he watched her throw a tantrum. "She's just a worthless bitch who can't keep a man's attention. Colin's money is practically yours—how could we let her walk away with it? Gwen, just say the word, and I'll teach that whore a lesson she won't forget."Gwyneth fixed Zac with a stare before saying, "You should be careful this time. Don't botch it and make things worse for us. Understood?""Relax, she's just some trashy woman. I can handle her!"Zac clenched his fists, remembering how Aspen had landed him in jail last time. Now it was payback time. He ought to settle old and new scores together.…The week passed quickly. During this time, Aspen obediently rested at the hospital—eating, sleeping, and recovering so well that she even gained a little weight.Aren specially cleared his schedule, arriving with flowers to pick her up when she got discharged.He walked in just as Aspen was changing. Her fair back stretche
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Colin thought he had dealt Aspen a crushing blow, but to her, his threat was nothing more than a joke.Sometimes, Aspen even found herself wondering what kind of twisted logic Colin had. Before, Aspen had always assumed she was the lovesick fool. But now, looking back, it seemed Colin was the real delusional one. After everything that had happened, he still genuinely believed this was all because she couldn't have him? The sheer audacity was almost impressive.Shaking her head with a quiet laugh, Aspen settled back into the hospital bed, ready to enjoy her peaceful recovery.Inside the car, Gwyneth stole a cautious glance at Colin as she asked in a small voice, "Colin... what do we do now?""It's just money. If she wants it, she can have it." Colin shrugged, seemingly unbothered.Fuller Group was a multi-billion-dollar empire—what was a mere 130 million? Besides, he and Aspen were still legally married. This was just moving money from one pocket to another at worst.However, it
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Colin immediately pulled Gwyneth up from the floor, his gaze fixed solely on Aspen. "Are you sure you want to go against me?""We're just handling this professionally. I'm following your rules right now. Is that not allowed?" Aspen shrugged innocently. "Colin, just save it. Emotions are off the table between us.""Aspen, do you believe me when I say I'll dig up Sophie's grave and scatter her ashes to the wind?" Colin suddenly smiled cruelly.He stared straight at her. Wasn't that wretched girl the one she cared about most? Then he would just love to see how she would react to this!Aspen had long since learned how heartless Colin could be. She knew that showing weakness now would mean utter defeat."You never treated Sophie as a person when she was alive—why would death change that? Why wouldn't I believe you? Do whatever you want with her ashes. What era do you think this is? The dead are dead—who cares about such things anymore?"Aspen began to laugh so much that tears nearly s
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Ellie burst into laughter as if she had heard the most ridiculous joke. "Oh, so you still remember he's your father after all!""That's enough. I'm going to deal with the property issue now."Colin couldn't bear to listen any longer. He never imagined the words "utterly overwhelmed" would one day describe how he felt so aptly. Turning to Gwyneth, who was still sniffling, he felt a pang of guilt and helplessness. "Are you okay?""I'm fine. Actually, Madam Ellie wasn't wrong. It's my fault—all of this is my fault. Colin, I really want to give you up to Ms. Nicholls, but... what can I do? I just can't. I love you. I can't live without you. I'll die if I lose you!"Gwyneth clutched his sleeve desperately, her eyes burning with near-mad possessiveness and dependence.And yet, this was exactly the kind of twisted devotion Colin adored. Only through such obsessive need could he truly believe he was loved and feel like he mattered.He pinched her cheek playfully and smiled. "You won't
