Sandy was at a loss for words.She looked at Ivan and acted indifferent to what he said.After thinking for a moment, she sighed and said, “No matter what methods you use, I won’t be with you. I won’t give up the things left by my godmother. Just give up, Ivan.”Ivan was speechless.How could this woman be so stubborn?!He took a deep breath.Maintaining a calm expression, Sandy added, “Actually, if it weren’t for the things left by my godmother, you might just be an idol I admire from afar. We might never have met in this lifetime.”After a pause, she continued, “So, don’t waste your breath anymore.”“I…” Ivan frowned. He was visibly upset. However, before he could say more, Sandy interrupted him again.“Ivan, you really don’t need to say so much. You know how we are. How could I possibly believe what you say?”“I swear…”To be honest, he could not deny it either. However, he was unable to say it out loud.Sandy interrupted him again. “Fine, let’s assume everything you’re
“Because no one else would dare to pursue you!” Ivan said in a deep voice.When Sandy looked at him, she saw his cold and stubborn gaze.She was stunned. Then her expression darkened. “What are you trying to do?”“From now on, I’ll pursue you openly. I want to see who dares to oppose me,” he said shamelessly and arrogantly.Sandy’s expression darkened even more. “Ivan! Are you out of your mind? Can’t you give me a break?”Ivan’s expression darkened as well. He restrained himself from getting out of the car and said coldly, “Sandy, can you speak properly for once?”Sandy was baffled. She took a deep breath, trying to control her anger.She looked at him and said, “Speak properly? Look at what you’re doing! Everyone knows you’re a notorious womanizer. Very few of the women you’ve been involved with have found good men afterward. People will think badly of any woman who’s been involved with you! You’re such a player! You have money and power, and you don’t have to worry about these
Ivan frowned. He had already gotten out of the car and walked to the back seat to open the door for her. “Get out, please?”Sandy glared at him in annoyance. “You wouldn’t let me out when I wanted to. Now that I don’t want to get out, you want me to? What kind of joke is this? Dream on! I’m not getting out!”Ivan was not angry. He had anticipated her reaction. Instead, he looked at her with a bemused smile. “Are you sure you don’t want to get out?”“No! What are you going to do about it, huh?” Sandy retorted defiantly.“Alright, you’ve made your choice. Don’t regret it later.” With that, he shut the car door.Sandy’s expression changed. She was momentarily puzzled by his words.“What do you mean?”Ivan ignored her. He got into the driver’s seat. Before Sandy could react, he started the engine and drove off.She frowned when she saw him driving again.“Where are you going now?”He ignored her and continued driving.“Where are you taking me, you jerk? Let me out of the car!”
Nonetheless, Ivan reached Sandy in just a few steps and grabbed her hand. Sandy tried to pull her hand out of his grip, but he was far stronger than her. She could not free herself even after using up most of her strength. “Do you have a few screws loose in your head?!” Sandy used up her last bit of energy when she yelled the words. But it was useless to say that. Ivan was just crazy!“I already have them to start preparing dinner. You’ll stay overnight here.” Ivan did not care if Sandy agreed to this as he dragged her into his mansion. “Let go of me! I’m not eating the food!” “You must, even if you don’t want to.” “Are you mad?” “Yes. I’m madly in love with you.” Sandy fell speechless. When had he started behaving like a rascal? “Let me go! We’re not even suited for each other. Stop wasting your effort on me!” “Try first and see if we’re really not suited for each other,” said Ivan expressionlessly. Sandy sucked in a deep breath. “B*stard! I don’t care about
When Ivan saw that Sandy finally listened to him this time, his mood improved. Prior to this, he had behaved so oddly because he wanted to keep his dignity regardless of the circumstances. However, in the end, he realized that he lost his happiness. After “confining” Sandy in his mansion, he felt an unprecedented level of happiness. After eating dinner, Sandy turned to Ivan. “Boss, it’s time for you to let me home. I can’t possibly stay overnight here, b*stard!” Ivan raised one of his eyebrows. “You’re right. We’re not married yet. I can’t possibly do something outrageous to you. I’ll send you home.” Sandy instantly heaved a sigh of relief. He was a man of his words. ... It was getting late. Ivanka had no idea what was going on on Sandy’s side. Ivanka stared at the design drawing on the computer screen. She focused on the screen and occasionally clicked using the mouse with her right hand and typed with her left hand. Suddenly, her phone rang. She collected her though
“That was my previous thought. I’ve stopped being obsessed with him. If not, I’ll only get myself screwed.” After finishing the sentence, Tanya smiled ruefully. She sounded serious. Ivanka said nothing. She did not plan to express herself yet. Tanya continued, “So, stop thinking too much into things. I won’t be tempted by Chiara and attack you.” Ivanka made a sound of acknowledgment. “Okay.” Her relationship with Michael had been the same. She did not plan to get back together with Michael. Nonetheless, she did not reveal this to Tanya. At the very least, she would not reveal it before Rosie completely recovered from her illness. Nothing mattered more than Rosie’s health. If Tanya was still obsessed with Michael in the future, perhaps Ivanka would tell her about it. Tanya was not surprised with Ivanka’s response. She said again, “Two, I want to collaborate with you. I’ll send you a proposal in a while. If you’re interested in it, you can inspect the site.” “Inspect the si
The corners of Ivanka’s lips curved upward. “Good.” Tanya sized Ivanka up before saying, “Come with me.” Whenever Tanya saw Ivanka, Ivanka always gave her a different feeling. Ivanka seemed to exude a mysterious aura and made one inevitably attracted to her. Although Ivanka stood right beside Tanya, Tanya could not read her mind. Tanya did not like this feeling. Tanya sucked in a deep breath and turned around. Ivanka said nothing and followed her. ... Meanwhile, Michael was handling his work inside the office. After Ivan sent Sandy back home, he felt frustrated, so he decided to accompany Michael to work overtime. Michael said nothing, but Ivan could not help himself from keeping quiet. He sat opposite Michael and stared at his calm countenance. “Do you think this really works? Would she grow increasingly disgusted with me?” Suddenly, Evan’s phone call made Michael tense up. “Mr. Barkworth, Ms. Tanya invited Ms. Ivanka to a remote place.” “Send me the locati
When Michael stopped beside them, Tanya snapped out of her daze. She paused for a moment before smiling at Michael. “Mr. Barkworth, I didn’t expect to see you here. What a coincidence!” Upon hearing this, everyone could sense her reluctance. Ivanka rested her gaze on Michael. He did not look awkward. Instead, he replied calmly, “Yes. I have a project to set up here.” Tanya looked puzzled. She thought. “He might as well say he has a house over here.” There was only one village in that area. Even if a project were to develop there, it could only be Ivanka and Tanya’s collaborated project. There could not possibly be other projects. But Michael shamelessly said he came here to oversee the project. Did he not think he was making himself a clown? Ivanka fell speechless. She was unsure of Michael’s intention for coming over. Although she felt doubtful and somewhat confirmed what she doubted was true, on second thought, she was not convinced. She thought she was just imagini
Ivanka did not pay him any mind and got into the car. If Michael dared to chase after her again, she would most definitely kick him out of the car! She would do what she said she would!Michael did not catch up, but he blocked her with his arms wide open. His stance was clear: You can leave. But over my dead body! Ivanka could not possibly drive over Michael. But it was not a problem for Michael to keep blocking her way. Plus, she had just politely rejected his parents. So, it was even more impossible for her to turn back. Ivanka ran out of patience. She held her forehead and frowned. Michael had already drained her last bit of patience. She never imagined that Michael would actually cling to her to such an extent! How would she put it? All her positivity had been drained clean! “Michael, your parents are still at home. Aren’t you afraid they’ll see and laugh at you? I know Grandpa and Grandma are standing by our side now. It’s not like you and I haven’t been in
Ivanka would neither accept the carrot nor the stick approach. Michael had no choice but to persuade her with reason and win her over with affection. Ivanka snorted. “Have you ever given me a chance to have a meal with you before this? As the saying goes, Rome wasn’t built in a day. It takes time for things to come to this state. Things might have passed for you but not for me!” Ivanka’s gaze was razor-sharp. Michael felt his heart clench up. At that moment, his throat was in so much pain that he did not know what else to say to her. Ivanka did not wait for his response. She pushed away his hand and headed out without hesitation. Michael did not stop her. Nonetheless, he went after her and followed behind her. Meanwhile, they heard the sound from the kitchen. Mindy prepared dinner in the kitchen, and Jay helped her out. They had heard their conversation. Out of courtesy, Ivanka went to the kitchen and greeted them. She said with a smile, “Uncle Jay, Aunt Mindy, I’m
Ivanka clenched her fists. Her gaze was filled with ferocity. She looked like she was really going to punch Michael. Michael noticed the anger in her eyes. But since the person was none other than Ivanka, he was willing to take the beating. He even took a step forward and held his head high. “Strike me if you want.” “You!” Ivanka glared at Michael. He truly annoyed her. She reminded herself to keep her composure. She sucked in a deep breath before saying, “Michael, I’ve treated you with respect. You’d better behave yourself.” Right after she finished the sentence, Ivanka left. Before she even took a step forward, Michael grabbed her. “My mom is preparing the dishes inside the kitchen. If you leave now, you’re not showing me any respect. Please stay around to have dinner. Even though we’re already divorced, and it’s impossible for us to get back together again, we’re still friends,” said Michael. Haha! He had been adamant. He was using the same approach to draw close
Mindy’s expression instantly darkened. “What’s with us being prejudiced against her? Had I ever targeted her when she married Michael from the beginning? “She knew how well Rosie had treated her. It’s her own fault for failing to bond with Mic. How could you blame us?” Mindy had always disliked Ivanka. She believed Samuel’s intervention had been the reason for their marriage. It was an arranged marriage. There was no need for the Barkworth’s family to have an arranged marriage. At the end of the day, it was all up to Samuel to choose the bride for Michael. Ever since Ivanka married Michael, aside from the deliberate arrangements, they had hardly shown up together as a couple in public. Mindy did not have any particularly hard feelings for Ivanka. She believed the two would live happily together after getting married. After they divorced, Mindy thought Michael could start all over again. But she did not expect to see their current relationship was no different from when they
It was Jay and Mindy. When Ivanka saw them, a thought came across her mind. She took out a syringe and inserted it into Michael’s arm to unmute him. Michael felt like he had been stung by a bee. It was as though he had been put in jail, only to be freed all of a sudden. Ivanka took away the syringe and gave him a glance with displeasure. “Get out of the car now. Your parents are here—” “Aren’t you entering the house?” Before Ivanka finished her sentence, Michael interrupted her. When he looked at her, his eyes were filled with sincerity and seriousness. But Ivanka rejected him coldly. “Quick! Get out of the car! I’m not joking with you. Get out now!” “Let’s go in together. After all, you’re already here. Are you worried about seeing them?” Michael was undaunted by her emotions and tone. Instead, he stretched out his hand to try to grab Ivanka. Nonetheless, she avoided him with ease. Meanwhile, Jay and Mindy saw them. They walked over to them. Mindy glanced at th
It was no wonder Jonah asked for so many details. All these were facts.Ivanka did not avoid answering his questions. She gave a light smile. “The longest will be half a year.”If the treatment was ineffective after half a year, she would go to Silvania with Vincent.After all, it was not just about her.Upon learning of Ivanka’s decision, Jonah smiled wryly. “Iv, I don’t think it’s an easy feat to treat my legs. How about you go and deal with your stuff first? You can always treat my legs afterward.”Ivanka initially planned to do it that way. But George, Florence, and Margaret had interrupted her plan.Since she had returned to Bostone, why was there a need to travel back and forth again?She might as well treat Jonah’s legs.Besides, Vincent had informed her that it would be highly uncertain whether they could still return to their home country after arriving at Silvania.Ivanka said, “No. I don’t want to make so many trips. I’ll treat your legs for half a year and see if i
It was not an overstatement to say Michael was crossing the line. Nonetheless, Ivanka could not just sit there and watch the two men get into a conflict. Hence, Ivanka pulled Michael to the side and glanced at him. “If you don’t want to be kicked out, you’d better wait here.” But Michael was undaunted by Jonah. Although Jonah had the power to rebuke him in his own territory, Michael refused to allow Jonah to get the upper hand. Ivanka saw the determination in Michael’s eyes. She was very worried that the two might get into a fight. She quickly pulled him back. “Stop making me worry about you. Just wait here! If you dare to come after me, I’ll…” Although she did not finish her sentence, her intention was clear enough. If Michael disobeyed her, she would make him a statue! Understanding this, Michael did not follow Ivanka. But when Jonah turned around and left, the provocation in his eyes was evident. Still, Michael listened to Ivanka. He did not want to offend her. He
Jonah narrowed his eyes while questioning Michael. Still, Michael did not respond to him. Ivanka pursed her lips. She looked displeased when she answered Jonah, “Jonah, there’s no need to speak so harshly. Do you still want me to treat your legs?” She had temporarily made Michael mute. She did that to stop Michael from talking endlessly about those things. Nonetheless, he had still insisted on coming along with her, only to end up being targeted by Jonah. Ivanka had no intention of making Michael mute in front of Jonah. Upon hearing Ivanka’s words, Jonah looked at where she currently stood. She stood in front of Michael. It looked like she was trying to protect him more. As the saying went, true love was portrayed in hard times. This saying was true indeed. It was true that Ivanka cared about Michael. Jonah said gently to Ivanka, “I want you to treat my legs, and I only speak harshly to specific people. I already showed him much respect when he barged into my terri
Michael remained resolute.Ivanka rolled her eyes. “Then stay stubborn. I’ll only fix it when you stop pushing me away.”After she was done speaking, she turned to leave.Michael followed.He even opened the passenger door and got in her car. He was determined to follow her.But Ivanka would not go easy on him.Once inside, she warned him coldly, “Not being able to speak is harder than you think. Follow if you want. Michael, are you sure about this?”Even after her warning, he kept staring straight ahead.She said nothing more and started the engine.Within half an hour, she arrived at Jonah’s mansion.Jonah came out to greet her personally. The moment Ivanka parked the car, Jonah immediately spotted Michael in the passenger seat.The sight of him stirred up bitterness in Jonah. Yet there was nothing he could do.Before Ivanka exited the car, she said to Michael, “Wait here.”Without glancing at him, she walked straight toward Jonah.Her attitude made Michael decide t