Curtis and Margot returned to Amberville and settled into their regular routines.During the day, Curtis went to work at the company, while Margot stayed at home to take care of Louis. She occasionally took some time to check on her pizzeria business.She also often kept in touch with Allison to keep up with news about her, Ryan, and Edna.Allison said that Edna was doing well and told them not to worry.Margot asked Allison to wait until Ryan recovered before taking him and Edna to Amberville for a while. Allison agreed.That afternoon, after feeding Louis, she thought about how they had been back for a few days. Laura kept saying she was too busy with training to come back.Worried that Laura might not be doing well alone, Margot couldn't help herself and drove to where she was living to check on her.Laura had scored within the national top 100 scholars before taking a break from university to join girl group training.The hundred girls who were selected all gathered at the
Tommy gently explained to Laura as he looked at her, "I've been with Yvette Simms way before she joined the show. We just never made it public. Have I been taking care of her too much? Is that why it was so obvious to you?"But since you've figured it out, please don't tell anyone else. If this gets out, it could have a negative impact on her."Tommy was simply being very considerate toward Yvette's feelings. He was completely oblivious to how his words were like sharp needles that pierced deeply into Laura's heart.Laura was very surprised to find out that Tommy actually had a girlfriend.It was also the same person who constantly looked down at her and had openly admitted to having an affair with their mentor.The man she admired ended up being with the person she disliked the most.They actually turned out to be a couple…Laura couldn't accept the reality of it and found it hard to contain the pang of bitterness she felt in her chest. She got up without saying a word as her e
It was fine as long as they had whatever they needed to have. If one wasn't marrying someone they truly loved, getting married would only lower the quality of life and add unnecessary worries.Why did people have to live just like everyone else did in life?If only his parents hadn't cared about him, he would have wanted to live alone for the rest of his life.Margot immediately realized what she shouldn't have brought up and quickly said, "Alright, my bad. I shouldn't have rushed you. With how good-looking and successful you are, getting married is an easy feat, isn't it?"Tommy sneered and sarcastically remarked, "Stop flattering me. How could I possibly look as good or be as successful at making money as Curtis?"Margot glared at him, wanting to slap him.Tommy quickly stood up and said with a smile, "Alright, let's stop chatting and go out to look for Laura. I noticed she hasn't been very happy lately. It's like she has something on her mind.""Okay."Margot followed closel
Tommy read it and suddenly realized the seriousness of the problem.He motioned to Margot and said, "You call her, and I'll take it once the call connects.""Okay."Margot did as she was told, and soon, the other party answered. She quickly handed the phone to Tommy.Tommy was feeling somewhat annoyed and suddenly shouted at Laura, "Laura, what do you mean by this? Haven't I treated you well during your time at the training base?"Why do you want to leave as soon as Margot arrives? You know this might make others think I mistreated you."Laura was surprised to hear that Tommy had answered the phone.She struggled to control her emotions, wiped the tears from her cheeks, and said coldly, "I decided to quit training because I found it boring. Is that not allowed?""What do you mean by 'boring'? If it was boring, why did you join in the first place?"Tommy lost his temper and continued, "Laura, I don't care what kind of mood you're in, but nobody here is going to put up with your
Curtis stepped forward, raised his hand to knock on the door, and called out to the inside, "Laura, open the door."During the few days since they returned, Laura hadn't been home. She said the training base was in a closed setting and that they weren't allowed to leave.Of course, they also asked Tommy how Laura was doing over there.Tommy had told them that she was fine, which reassured them.What was going on that made Laura lock herself in her room and refuse to see anyone?Laura heard Curtis' voice at the door.In this household, she wasn't afraid of anyone except for Curtis. That's because he was very fierce.Fearful that Curtis might barge in, Laura sat on the bed and yelled toward the door, "I'm fine; it's just that my period started, and I'm feeling emotional and cried a bit. Why do you keep bothering me?"Margot only felt relieved after hearing Laura's response.Ashley also breathed a sigh of relief."Oh, I see. In that case, there shouldn't be any big issues. Let's
What Margot meant was that if she actually became pregnant, she would still be willing to give birth to the baby.Curtis smiled and reached out to hold her hand. "Let's just go with the flow. If it happens, we'll have the baby, and if not, that's okay too."Margot nodded.Having children really was a matter of fate.The Crosby's saw that the young couple had their own plans and ideas, so they didn't say anything more.After finishing her meal, Ashley packed some food to take upstairs for Laura.Margot quickly put down her fork and stood up to take it."Ashley, I'll give it to her."Ashley was aware that Margot and Laura hadn't a significant age difference, and they got along well without any generational gap.Perhaps Laura preferred to speak honestly with Margot.Ashley didn't refuse and handed the tray to Margot.Margot came to Laura's door carrying a tray and called out from the hallway, "Aunt Laura, I've got your food ready. Can you open the door so I can bring it in for
The moment Laura heard Tommy mention Yvette was his girlfriend, she didn't say a word and just got up and ran off.Afterward, in a fit of rage, she insisted on quitting training.Regaining her composure, Margot looked at Laura and straightforwardly asked, "Aunt Laura, do you really like Tommy?"Laura was crying, but when she heard Margot's question, she suddenly stopped and froze.She hurriedly pulled away from Margot's embrace while crying and avoiding her gaze, unsure of how to respond.Margot couldn't believe it. Their aunt, Laura, had actually fallen in love with Tommy.Tommy was exactly 12 years older than Laura.Well, age wasn't an issue, but the seniority level…Well, if the two of them truly loved each other, then things like social status really wouldn't matter. The only problem was that Tommy already had a girlfriend now.Plus, Laura was only 17 years old.This was going to be a difficult situation.After not hearing Margot speak for a while, Laura turned her head
"What's wrong with Aunt Laura?" Curtis asked.Margot casually replied, "You know exactly what it's like to experience first love at her age, so there's no need to keep asking."Curtis was at a loss for words. Laura was at the age of experiencing one's first love… Did that mean she had someone she liked? Was she crying because of a breakup?Curtis still felt a bit uneasy and reminded Margot, "I'm a guy, so it's hard for me to talk to her. You should ask her properly and see if a man is bullying her."Margot felt a bit helpless and said, "No, Aunt Laura knows how to protect herself. It's just a case of wanting something but being unable to have it."Curtis was a smart person.The feeling of wanting something but not being able to have it was probably similar to having a crush.As he walked, he said, "Okay, I won't say much. But keep an eye on her and ensure she stays on the right path.""I got it," Margot replied…That evening, Margot was still worried about Laura, so she de
Curtis didn't argue with her, and instead, he took her hand and led her inside.Margot noticed that despite Curtis' stern demeanor, he still showed care for her through his actions. She smiled knowingly and playfully asked while walking beside him, "What, can't find me at certain times and you're worried I ran off with someone else?"Curtis glanced at her and scoffed."Would you dare? If you dare run off with someone else, I'll break your legs."Despite speaking harsh words, the expression on the face and the gaze in the eyes directed at Margot were so gentle, it seemed as if they could bring forth tears.Margot listened to his violent words and stared at him, "Say it again, whose legs are you going to break?"Curtis was standing there. Although he still had a bit of presence, his facial expression already showed defeat.Before he could try to please his wife again, Margot had already brushed past him and slipped through the mansion's front doors.While running, he shouted, "An
So Gabriel had to personally drive her wherever she needed to go.Curtis listened to the two people and narrowed his eyes again."Who else?""Anthony."Anthony?Curtis was momentarily taken aback.Then, he saw Anthony coming out of the kitchen wearing an apron and carrying a plate, and walking into the dining room.He set down his coat and told Luna, "You sit, I'll go help.""Go ahead."Curtis followed into the kitchen and saw that Anthony and Gabriel were acting as if they were in their own home, helping themselves to whatever they wanted to eat and making it themselves.He also felt a bit embarrassed and walked over, saying, "It's not right to have you cook since you're visiting, let me do it instead."Gabriel glanced at him and said, "We all treat you like one of us, so why are you being so formal with us?"Anthony responded, "I'm making it for my wife, after all, she only eats the food that I make."Curtis shook his head helplessly.They were showing off their relatio
Margot and Lena turned their heads at the same time.Jordan was dressed in a British-style uniform with a backpack. At eight years old, he stood around four feet tall. His smile was like a little ray of sunshine and could really brighten anyone's day.He shouted, "Mom, Aunt Lena, did you come specifically to pick me up?"Every time Margot heard Jordan call her "mom," it filled her heart with warmth.She raised her hand to give him a hug, gently ruffled his hair, and said, "Of course I'm here to pick you up, get in the car.""It's been a month since I last saw you, and you've grown taller."Lena pulled Jordan onto the vehicle and started driving.Sitting in the car, Jordan couldn't help but smile as he looked at his senior.Lena looked at him and smiled, "Living here, how does it compare to being up in the mountains?"Jordan's eyes landed on Margot, filled with warmth and joy."Wherever my mom and dad are, I feel is the best place. Of course, I'm not saying that being with Mas
Margot greeted them with a smile, saying, "I thought you two would be quietly enjoying your romantic time at the estate. I didn't expect you'd come over to see us!"Lena reached out and gently pinched Louis' round cheeks, then looked at Margot and said, "You keep saying that, but you're not working, so why don't you come visit us?""I'm at home taking care of the kids. You have no idea how challenging it is.""Heh, you're just unfairly blaming Louis. Our little Louis is clearly very well-behaved."Lena ignored Margot and couldn't help but give Louis a couple of kisses after picking him up.Anthony walked over and asked, "Where is everyone else?"Margot motioned for them to come over and sit down, then poured them some water."Natalie just had her baby not long ago, and my in-laws went with Natalie's parents and the others to visit the babies, and they're also going to visit Dad."Whenever Anthony talked about his oblivious elderly father, he got frustrated.He didn't ask any m
Frederick, exuding the presence of the head of the family, welcomed the arriving in-laws with a smile.Afterwards, he behaved well and didn't mention anything about Yasmine, nor did he cause any trouble with his sons.The in-laws were very careful not to mention Frederick's injury, as they didn't want to hurt his pride.Daniel saw how lively it was at home and decided to bring Ena's mother over so that the in-laws could take the opportunity to get to know each other better.In the days that followed, everyone got along very well.In Amberville, Alice Manor.Anthony and Lena were enjoying a peaceful and romantic time together here. No one was bothering them, and they were not going out to work.The two of them spent the entire day cozied up at home.It involved either snacking while watching a movie or playing games followed by some cuddling and kissing.Anthony often made delicious food for Lena and took care of her so well that she seemed completely pampered.This caused Len
"If you won't let me bring her into the family, fine, I'll set up a large estate elsewhere. When the time comes, I won't let you in either."Daniel felt that his father was quite childish.He chuckled and said, "How about this, once the guests leave, I'll take you back to Yasmine. Then you can tell her that you've cut all ties with us and you want nothing. At that point, Yasmine is still willing to stay by your side and take care of you, then we'll do as you wish. How about that?Regarding the greedy Coran siblings, it was important to know that their father didn't have anything valuable left on him, and they wouldn't gain any benefits either.It would be surprising if she still stayed by Frederick's side."Don't underestimate people; Yasmine's love for me is genuine."Frederick didn't want to bet with Daniel.Human nature was something that shouldn't be gambled on.Daniel laughed again. "Are you afraid of losing, Dad?"Frederick stared at Daniel and said, "When have I ever be
Yasmine was not happy when she heard she would be left alone.She knelt beside Frederick, holding his hand and pleading desperately, "Frederick, you can't do this. You can't leave me here alone. If you leave, they'll treat me badly again, just like before. Can you take me with you? Even if it's just to be your nanny, I'm begging you!"Frederick could not stand seeing women cry.When Yasmine pleaded like that, he softened and turned to look at Daniel.Daniel, with a blank expression, said, "Dad, do you really want your in-laws to see you like this?"Frederick also looked upset and said in a serious tone:"Couldn't you say she's my nanny? Who would know?""We have kids at home, do they lie?"Frederick had no choice but to turn to Yasmine and said, "Just stay here. They won’t dare bother you again. I'm leaving now."He raised his hand to signal Daniel to push the wheelchair.Daniel pushed the wheelchair forward.However, Yasmine was unwilling and tried to stop it again.The he
"Are we supposed to live here for the rest of our lives? Even if we have to stay here, at least give us the freedom to come and go as we please."Look at how they've sent so many people to watch over us again, clearly treating us like prisoners."Noticing that Frederick's expression was starting to soften, Yasmine continued to stoke the fire."Tell me, is there any way sons should be treating their father like this? They just want to drive you to your limits so they can split up your assets. Frederick, you can't let them have their way, or else you'll spend your whole life working tirelessly for them only to end up in such a miserable situation. How pitiable that would be.Frederick was speechless.He didn't want to go back. But if he did, his sons would have to treat him with great respect.He hoped that Calvin would bring the military seal, and it had been two days now, yet they still hadn't delivered it to him.Was he really planning on not giving it to him?As soon as he th
She ignored him, and Tommy didn't take the initiative to talk to her either to avoid making her overthink.After sitting in the living room for a while, he waited for all the members of the Crosby family to come downstairs. Once they did, he followed them to the dining room for a meal.As soon as Tommy arrived, Laura put down her fork, got up, and without looking back, said, "Enjoy your meal, I'm heading to the university.""Heading out so early?" Ashley asked.However, she didn't respond and slipped out the door directly.Elias said, "There's an exam coming up, so she's been very focused. She goes in early every day."Curtis and the others didn't seem to mind and invited Tommy to sit down.Only Margot knew why Laura walked so quickly.It was because Tommy was here.Laura had a crush on this big celebrity, and since she couldn't be with him, it was naturally difficult for her to interact with him further.So it was completely understandable that she avoided him whenever she s