Early the next morning, Lilac noticed that Margot was not beside her when she woke up. She got down from the bed to put on her shoes. She then headed out to look for Margot.She was curious when she saw Margot sleeping in the other bedroom. Natalie was also sleeping beside her. She wondered when Natalie had come over to their house.Upon seeing that both Margot and Natalie were still asleep, Lilac did not wake them up. She sensibly walked out to prepare breakfast.The doorbell rang just as she was walking out to the living room.Lilac ran to the entrance. Since she was too short, she couldn't reach the peephole to look out from the door.She then pressed herself against the door and cautiously shouted, "Who's that? Who are you looking for?"Curtis could hear Lilac's voice from the outside. He then replied softly, "It's me."Lilac could tell that the voice belonged to Curtis. She pursed her lips and turned around, running over to grab a broom. She then ran back to open the door w
Natalie didn't expect Curtis to be so irrationally stubborn.To him, Margot already had a child with Anthony. Not only did he not give up, he had hurt Anthony and even wanted to stake Margot as his own.How could such an unreasonable person exist?Natalie couldn't help but get angry.She looked at him and asked, "Do you know how you're hurting Margot by acting like this? You can't just live in your own world, Curtis. You have to consider the feelings of others, too. Margot is a person. She's not your accessory!""I know! But I can't live without her," Curtis replied as he lowered his head with a dimmed expression.He knew fully well that he was going too far. But Margot would leave him if he didn't do all this.In the past four years that she was away, it was only during the two years when he was unconscious that he couldn't feel anything. Days felt like years for him after he regained consciousness.Curtis had also wanted to treat Margot well, but she refused to listen to him.
Margot interrupted Natalie and brought Lilac to the bath, saying, "I won't go back to him."Calvin would take care of Anthony after learning of his hospitalization anyway. With Anthony out of the picture, Margot no longer needed to fear Curtis. …Upon returning to Emeria, Calvin quickly headed to the villa where Margot once lived. Then, he took her belongings and went to the hospital for a DNA test. The results came out within a few hours as Calvin instructed the staff to administer the test immediately. His eyes turned red and watery once again upon seeing the results. Without wasting any time, Calvin took the DNA test results and went home.Only three people in the Morris family knew that their daughter had gone missing—Frederick, Calvin, and Daniel.Everyone was upset to learn of her disappearance. Regina was so heartbroken that she fell seriously ill. Frederick secretly adopted a little girl from the orphanage to aid Regina's recovery. She was of similar age and bore
The shocking news from Calvin left Regina speechless, as if she'd just been struck by lightning. Her mind went blank.After a long while, Regina turned to Frederick and Calvin, her eyes empty and distant. She couldn't bring herself to accept the truth."Nonsense! My daughter has never left my side. Zyla has been accompanying me every day. How could she not be my biological daughter?"Did Margot hypnotize you? Why are all of you siding with her? Calvin, didn't I ask you to kill her? Why haven't you done it?""Mom, Margot Stone is really your biological daughter. The DNA test is the best evidence to prove that. Look, here it is," Calvin said, squeezing Regina's hand as he tried his best to explain.He took the DNA test report from Frederick and handed it to his mother.Regina snatched the report and saw that it confirmed "Frederick Morris" and "Margot Stone" as father and daughter.She was so shocked by the results that she hurled the report aside and staggered backward. Finally,
Frederick said, "Yes, we should personally seek Margot's forgiveness, given all the hurt we have caused her. Calvin, please make the arrangements now. We need to bring her back as soon as possible."Calvin stood up and said, "Okay. Dad, please take care of Mom. I'll make the arrangements right away."…Meanwhile, in Amberville, Curtis did not bother Margot for several days. She had expected the Morris family to relocate Anthony after entrusting him in Calvin's care. Hence, she hadn't visited the hospital since then. After taking ownership of the pizzeria and applying for the operating license, Margot hired contractors to renovate the store.Her days were packed but well-spent.Natalie hurried back to Cordonia upon learning that Margot had settled at Amberville. Four years had passed, and the Sawyer family did not attempt to take Benjamin away from her. Benjamin was also about eight or nine years old and could now make his own decisions.Hence, Natalie decided to return to A
Margot pursed her lips and coldly glared at Curtis when she heard his words.She asked, "What more do you want? What else could you do other than bullying me and threatening me with Lilac? You—""Don't you know what I want?" Curtis interrupted her words, looking displeased.He continued, "Would I bully you if you'd just listen to me and do as told?"Margot replied, "Am I your pet? Why should I listen to you? Have you not hurt me enough?"Somehow, Margot felt her temper rise whenever she was facing Curtis nowadays. She no longer wanted to talk to or be around him.Curtis said, "How was I hurting you now? Did Natalie not explain everything that happened four years ago to you? I've not cheated on you, and I've never gotten together with Tammy."Why must you be so stubborn? Have you really forgotten how good I've been toward you back then?""Stop talking. I don't want to argue with you," Margot interrupted him with a wave of hand. She then turned to look out of the window. She felt
Not once had Margot looked up at Curtis since the start.On the other hand, Curtis did not touch his food and kept staring at Margot and Lilac. The more he looked at Lilac, the more he realized he did not hate her despite her being another man's child.He then looked toward Margot. She had stayed to have dinner with him. That must mean she didn't hate him to the point of no return, right?Curtis waved a hand and gestured for the waitstaff to pour Margot some wine. He knew that she had a low alcohol tolerance. She would only be honest after she was drunk.However, Margot didn't fall into his trap. She didn't touch the wine and hurried to finish her steak.She then looked at Lilac, asking, "Are you done eating, Lilac?"Lilac replied, "I'm still hungry, Mommy! I want to eat the pastry in front of Mister!"She then jumped down from her chair and ran toward Curtis.She draped herself over Curtis' lap and said sweetly, "Can you let me have the pastry, Mister?"Curtis reached over to
The Morrises were taken aback to see Margot return, still clutching the little Lilac who had gone missing. They were amazed that the child had found her way back to her mother's side. They were filled with excitement and eager to welcome her. But at the same time, they were overwhelmed with embarrassment, so they didn't know what to say upon seeing her. The Morrises stood there, watching as Margot approached with Lilac.Margot averted her gaze, pretending she hadn't seen the Morrises. She gently nestled Lilac's head against her neck and whispered, "Lilac, no matter what happens, don't look up." Margot disregarded the presence of the family, holding Lilac tightly as she approached the door and opened it.The door swung open. Margot walked inside before abruptly slamming it shut without giving the Morrises a chance to speak. Realizing they were shut out, Calvin hurried to knock on the door. "Margot, I've brought Mom and Dad to apologize. Can you please open the door?"Margot l
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
"How do you think my sister is doing over there? Is Calvin treating her and her son well?"Tommy believed that Curtis, no matter what, grew up together with his sister.He would definitely tell the truth.Unlike his little nephew, who often sided with outsiders and only highlighted their good qualities.Curtis laughed. "If someone were to say that your sister is the happiest woman in the world right now, it wouldn't be an exaggeration at all.During the month of postpartum confinement, Calvin stayed by her side constantly. Even though they were in a maternity center, he personally took care of both children. Your sister married him, you can be completely assured about it. She will only be happier, and he's taking great care of Benjamin too."Calvin was known for his impeccable character and conduct.Tommy felt relieved after hearing that.As long as his sister wasn't being mistreated over there, it was all good.He thought he still needed to take his parents to visit his siste
Laura felt that she just couldn't stand being alone with Tommy.It felt as though the air was so thin that she couldn't breathe properly.She didn't even want to respond to the last remark. She got up without looking at him and walked straight toward the stairs.Tommy watched her walk away and sighed helplessly.It was good that she was aware of keeping a certain distance from him.At this moment, Jordan came over holding water and handed it to Tommy with both hands."Here's some water for you.""Alright, thank you."Tommy took the mug, pulled the child to sit next to him, and asked, “What’s your name?”"Jordan Crosby."Previously, his master gave him the name Jordan Mahome.After coming back with Margot and Curtis, they gave him the family surname.So now he was called Jordan Crosby.He really liked this name, too."Jordan Crosby, that's a nice-sounding name. So how old are you?" Tommy asked with a smile.Jordan laughed along and asked, "I'm eight years old. How about y