“Dad.” Theodore frowned. “Why did you change your number again?” Chiara pursed her lips. “Ivanka is tailing me closely. I can’t let her find out that I’m still alive. She’s back home now. We have to act quickly. We can’t let her get away with this again!” If Ivanka was not eliminated, their plans after this would become more and more difficult to carry out. Theodore’s expression looked solemn. “Of course I know. I don’t need you to teach me how to handle things. Didn’t you say your men were very reliable? Why is she back home alive?”Originally, Theodore also thought that Ivanka would die in Mirvania.When this matter was brought up, Chiara was morose too. She also did not expect Ivanka to befriend the owner of Kingzillion Casino in Mirvania and receive his protection. Chiara’s expression was ugly. “Ivanka has too many friends. She has people protecting her in Mirvania. Back home, it’s just Michael and Jonah. But we can also work better on home turf.” “Right.”Theodore
He wanted to see just what this meeting with Jonah was about!… Meanwhile, the private airplane that Tanya and Blake were traveling in had landed at the Cullen family’s mansion, on their vast lawn.When Tanya stepped off the plane and saw no one in front of her, anger instantly raged from the bottom of her heart. In the past, she was always greeted by a large number of servants who nodded and bowed to her whenever she went out or returned home. The emptiness today was a direct indication that she, Tanya Cullen, was no longer taken seriously. When they entered the main house, there was no sign of her parents. She saw a maid. Before the maid could greet her, she asked. “Where are my parents?”The maid saw Tanya. She was not quite ashamed of the news that Tanya had been exposed on the internet. Tanya was still the heir to the Cullen family. She had to be respectful, “Ms. Tanya, ever since you were exposed on the internet, Mr. Cullen was so angry that he was admitted into th
The moment their hands touched, Tanya felt his warmth. She violently shook Blake’s hand away. It was like she had touched a hot potato.“Let’s go, Tanya. Every daughter-in-law would have to meet their in-laws someday. It’s the same for a fiancé like me.”Blake slowly said. His voice was extremely gentle.Tanya was silent. But in hindsight, she found Blake’s words to be extraordinarily strange.In the car, she still looked at him. Then she made things clear. “Blake Hicks, our relationship is mutually beneficial. We each have their own needs. Don’t say things just to make yourself seem noble. We are just acting our roles. It’s not real. Don’t get too deep into the drama!”“Understood.”Blake did not continue after replying.Soon, in front of the hospital, they got out of the car. On the VIP floor of the inpatient department, Tanya asked for her father. She learned where the ward her father was in from the nurse.“Wait for my cue outside. Don’t come in on your own,” Tanya said t
Tanya viciously pinched her palm. “No, Dad. Someone wants me. The eldest son of Mirvania’s Hicks family, Blake Hicks. He’s outside the door right now. I won’t let Michael and Ivanka off the hook easily when I’m back this time!”At the mention of those two people, a touch of ruthlessness flashed through Tanya’s eyes.However, Edward narrowed his eyes. “Tanya, your name is already in the mud. Since it’s the Hicks family from Mirvania, how could they possibly want you?” Edward did not believe it. The more powerful the family, the less they would want notoriety. They demanded to be paired with a proper family.Any family would want someone with a clean reputation.“Dad, he came back with me this time. He’s right outside the door.” Tanya knew that her father did not believe her. With that, she stood up, then she turned toward the door and called out. “Blake, come in.”Blake had been watching from the doorway. When he heard Tanya call out to him, Blake pushed the door and entered in
They all returned to the Cullen family’s mansion together. … At that moment, Ivanka had also arrived at the location Jonah had sent her.Before she even got out of the car, she noticed Jonah standing in the doorway. Jonah wore a black suit. He stood straight and carried himself elegantly.She got out of the car, walked towards Jonah, and asked, “Why are you standing at the door?”“I was checking the time. Then I figured that you’d be there soon, so I came to the door to wait for you.”Jonah slowly parted his lips. The corners of his mouth spread into a gentle smile. Compared to Jonah’s gentleness, Ivanka looked a bit cold. “Let’s go in.” “Alright.” Jonah was not affected by her reaction. In the black limousine just a distance away, Evan looked at Michael, who was silent through the rearview mirror. He pursed his lips. In the end, he asked hesitantly, “What’s next, Mr. Barkworth?”Evan speculated about Michael’s intentions. Based on Michael’s nature, He felt that Mi
Ivanka was blunt.Meanwhile, Michael could only watch them from a distance downstairs.He noticed them locked in an unbroken gaze. Their lips were moving.It was clear they had been talking nonstop.A heavy feeling settled in his chest.He felt mixed emotions of curiosity and anger.What could they possibly be talking about that kept them engaged from the moment they met until now?He could not understand. How could Ivanka and Jonah possibly have so much to say to each other?Evan noticed Michael’s dark and silent expression.He could feel the heavy atmosphere and knew they could not remain in it forever.So, he hesitantly suggested, “Mr. Barkworth, how about I claim that someone in my family is sick and ask Ms. Ivanka to come check on them?”Evan’s thought process was simple. No matter what, he just needed to find a way to get Ivanka out of there.However, Michael’s response was cold. “How’s that any different from using Grandma as an excuse?”Evan quickly answered, “Of c
That was what mattered most.Jonah understood her stance. He chose to hold back the words he had been about to say.Instead, he said gently, “Our collaboration will be like last time. Iv, with the latest jewelry and fashion show, I believe it’ll help you make a strong comeback in the country, right?”A deep, unmistakable smile spread across his face as he said that.He trusted Ivanka.She would have forgotten entirely about their collaboration if Jonah had not brought it up.Jewelry and fashion were part of their joint project, which will be unveiled at the upcoming “Jewels & Glamour” competition. It included new releases by Lane’s Group and Sadler’s Group.Not only did she have to deal with the Keller father-daughter duo, but she had also promised Rosie to attend her cousin’s wedding, oversee the new product launch, and manage the Willy Suburbs project. On top of all that, she had to find out the truth about her birth mother!The thought of it all gave Ivanka a headache.Ev
However, to Evan’s surprise, Ivanka still put him on the back burner.Glancing in the rearview mirror at Michael’s gloomy face, Evan struggled to keep his composure. “Ms. Lane, this is a matter of life and death. I’m begging you, can’t you make it a priority?”He was giving it his all to help Michael and Ivanka reconcile.Ivanka pursed her lips together and said, “Even if I rush there right away, it won’t change much. Evan, Grandma is using the Ganoderma nebula. You should call Michael and ask him to set some aside for your grandfather.”While it was confirmed that using the entire Ganoderma nebula would yield better results, the fact remained that it could save two lives. Ivanka believed Michael wouldn’t be so stingy about something this serious.Evan did not know how to respond to that.He had planned to get Ivanka away from Jonah, but the situation had unexpectedly circled back to Michael.If he said no, it would look like he was being cold and indifferent to his own grandfat
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