Ivanka was not affected by her expressions.By the time Margaret was about to say something, Ivanka was already ahead of her. “Mrs. Sadler, since you’re already here, you should come in and have a seat.”Margaret walked into the house haughtily. There was a group of bodyguards behind her.They were all in black suits and shades. They looked like they belonged in the Matrix.The display was not modest. Could they have given up on coercion and planned to go by force? Did she plan to carry Jonah back directly?Ivanka made guesses internally while a little surprised.But the next second, she heard Margaret’s mocking voice. “Ms. Ivanka, this house of yours is not even as big as the single room where my nanny lives. Your ambition is…”Before she could finish her sentence, she was interrupted by Jonah’s stern voice. “What ambition? Mom, can you not be so mean when you talk?”Jonah’s expression was as dark as a storm cloud. It was thunderous and menacing.He was sitting in a wheelchai
She would not keep her mouth shut.Jonah also did not want their argument to escalate. He turned his wheelchair back to face both of them again.His face was full of displeasure and impatience. “Mom, can you stop that? I’m not an eight-year-old kid. Neither have I just come of age!” He was implying that he did not need her meddling and controlling all his affairs at every turn. Jonah still considered her as his mother, after all. So, he did not make his words too direct and harsh.But how could Margaret not notice it?She snapped back at Jonah in a stern voice. “Are you going back with me, or am I going to make these people take you back? Or do you want me to destroy her here?”See. Everything was just as Ivanka thought. Margaret had brought so many bodyguards over to prevent Jonah from resisting going back with her. She was planning to force Jonah back. The words she said after was… a threat to intimidate Ivanka. But how could Ivanka be intimidated?She smiled coldly. “I
Michael stepped forward and the first thing he did was to protect Ivanka.Even though he did not look well, his stance was like a king’s as he stood proudly. Margaret could ask anything of Jonah. She could even ask Jonah not to resist, but Margaret had no way of asking that of Michael.She had to give Michael a certain level of respect. But Margaret was disgruntled.Ivanka was one thing. What virtue and ability did she have that was worth both Michael and Jonah, these two excellent and rich men in Bostone, to fight over and defend for?Margaret showed that dissatisfaction on her face, as well as between her lines. “You guys are really blind. If you guys picked someone who has never been married before and has a good family background, I wouldn’t be so upset. What are you guys doing for a girl who has been divorced?”Margaret disliked Ivanka as much as she possibly could. Ivanka could not help but feel amused. If a family background like hers was not good, then what did Marga
As she spoke, Ivanka took out her phone.Michael did not speak, nor did he move. His eyes stared tightly at Ivanka. Those dark eyes were glowering at her. It made her feel pressured.This made Ivanka feel uncomfortable and annoyed. But she still held herself back. Just as she was about to dial out to Xander’s number, Michael said, “If he could handle it, do you think I still need to come over to you?”Xander idolized Ivanka. The reason he was released from the hospital was firstly because of himself. Secondly, it was because of Xander’s suggestion.Injuries could keep Ivanka by his side, so why not?“Even so, you can’t be here with me. I can’t handle your situation either. Michael, if you’re feeling terrible, I suggest you go find someone else.” Ivanka pursed her lips. After saying that, she dialed Xander’s phone number.Michael did not answer at that moment. Ivanka also did not speak again. The atmosphere was very quiet, Michael could naturally hear the beeping sound from the
Although it was unexpected, Ivanka quickly restrained herself.She could not be the slightest bit moved by what Michael said. It was a callback to her own words with Sandy.Ivanka gave him a sign. “Are you leaving or not? If you don’t leave, I’m going to yell for someone!”However, Michael gave her a cold smirk.Michael was a cold and solemn person. But Ivanka had been recently glimpsing Michael’s various smiles at different moments. At that moment, she felt that Micheal was… a little sinister and cunning.Although he did not say anything, the look in his face and his eyes seemed like he was saying, “Go on and yell. I’d like to see how you yell for someone!”Ivanka was surprised to have this realization herself.However, she quickly made it clear. “I don’t want to attract anyone’s attention. Your identity is still in the way if you don’t want to make headlines on the news.” However, Micheal did not take it seriously. “Ever since you and I returned to Bostone from Mirvania, we’
She dragged Michael over to the couch.Michael did not understand her intentions, but seeing Ivanka angry made him feel satisfied.Because he saw it. Ivanka was angry because of him. That showed that she still cared about him. That meant he still had…“Michael, are you seriously smiling? Do you have any idea how critical your condition is right now? One wrong move, and you could rupture your artery and die on the spot! Now, lie down properly!” Seeing the grin on Michael’s face, Ivanka was furious.Her frustration was palpable, but Michael grabbed her hand and asked, “If my condition is so bad, why are you telling me to lie on a couch instead of a proper bed? Don’t you think I deserve something a little more comfortable?”Michael understood what Ivanka meant. He continued to smile and questioned her. Ivanka rolled her eyes at him. “Lie down now. I’m calling Xander to have you transferred to the hospital immediately. Don’t worry, this time, it won’t be the ER. I’ll have Evan arran
Michael was not going to let her leave.He grabbed her hand tightly and refused to let her go.As Ivanka tried to shake him off, her fingers brushed against his wrist. She felt his pulse.It was weak and irregular.Xander’s warnings flashed through her mind along with the vivid memory of Michael throwing himself in front of a bullet for her.In the end, her tone softened. “Michael, what am I supposed to do with you? Your stubbornness is doing you no good at all.”She was worried that Xander’s warning of the worst-case scenario would become a reality.Ivanka sighed. “Just lie down and rest, okay? Stop running around for now. I’ll let you stay here, but we need to set a few ground rules.”The next moment, she reached out to help steady Michael.They were married once after all. Plus, he had stood up for her in front of Margaret earlier. She could not just let him, weak and on the verge of collapsing, leave her place in such a condition.Noticing her softened attitude, Michael w
Michael remained silent, but a wave of bitterness surged in his chest.He had not expected his heartfelt words to be dismissed by Ivanka as ridiculous.But what could he say? For the time being, he had to follow the plan Ivan and Xander had laid out for him. He would take things slow with her. As long as he could stay by her side, their past as a married couple still gave him a better chance to be with her than Jonah.He finally nodded and agreed. “Okay.”Seeing him agree, Ivanka turned and walked into the kitchen.Jonah had been forcibly taken away. He only began to resist fiercely once he was in the car. He disregarded his condition and tried to maneuver his wheelchair out of the vehicle. Even if it meant falling out of the wheelchair entirely, he was determined to return to Ivanka.Margaret, however, stared at him coldly. “You worked so hard to maintain your dignity in front of Ivanka just now, and now you’re throwing it all away to chase after her? Do you really think you
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