Ivanka frowned, but Jonah’s heart trembled slightly. She did hold his arm at the banquet previously, but… he was wearing a suit at the time, so they did not directly touch.When he felt the woman’s soft and tender wrist, he felt an electric current flowing through his body.He never had contact with any woman, but his heart pounded faster right then.Ivanka did not seem happy about this. “Mr. Sadler…”She did not finish the sentence, but the indication was obvious.Jonah did not let go of her wrist, but he looked away. He was actually flustered, and he dared not look into her eyes. “Let me give you a ride.”As he spoke, he let go of her wrist and locked the door. He then started the engine and drove away.The whole process seemed smooth, but only he knew how stiff his body was.Ivanka did not notice any difference, and she softly said, “Is your act of picking me up going to trend on Twitter again, Mr. Sadler?”“No,” Jonah answered without hesitation.Ivanka glanced at him i
She stared at Ivanka and spoke in a caring way, “It’s not true, so just let them say whatever they want. Every famous person gets criticized somehow.”Confusion flashed in Ivanka’s eyes before she instantly recalled what happened yesterday. She chuckled. “I don’t mind it.”“But you’re…” Something was wrong with her reaction, and Suki could tell. She stared at Ivanka and tried not to miss any emotion on Ivanka’s face.Ivanka frowned slightly. “Jonah was waiting for me downstairs again today. It’s not good to go too far on certain things. I can’t offend him, and he keeps pestering me because he thinks this will help him take Barkworth’s Group down.”Suki could not help but burst into laughter. “I see.”Ivanka cast a glance at Suki, and she smiled faintly. “Bestie, have you ever considered something?”When Ivanka saw Suki’s mysterious look, she felt puzzled. “What?”“Exacting revenge on Michael!”Ivanka was bewildered.Her eyes were full of doubt, while Suki chuckled and said, “A
At that moment, both of them suddenly fell silent.After Suki paused for a while, she helplessly sighed. “Sigh, I’ll support you no matter what you do, but have you really thought this through? Once you enter Lane’s Group, they’ll have their eyes on you at all times, and it’ll be very difficult for you to do anything.”“I know, but nothing ventured, nothing gained.” Ivanka’s expression was firm, and there was no hint of wavering in her eyes.Suki sighed and patted Ivanka on the shoulder. “I support your decision, but you need to take good care of yourself.”Ivanka was touched. “I will, Suki. I’m really sorry for this. We built this place together, but you’re the only one left to guard it.”“Don’t say that. You’re my lucky star! We became famous by relying on your skills. People are coming to us because of you. I’m just a handyman, so if I don’t work, how can I be worthy?”Ivanka shook her head helplessly. If Suki left the law firm now, she could work alone, but she never accepted
Evan’s eyes were full of shock. “Mr. Barkworth…” Michael did not want to delete them earlier because he wanted to see Ivanka hurt.However… after he read his grandfather’s tweet, he felt flustered somehow!He had blurted out those words without realizing!He pursed his lips and did not know what to say. When Evan saw Michael’s conflicted expression, he added, “There’s something else. Mr. Sadler sent Ms. Lane to the law firm this morning, but nobody talked about it on Twitter.”Michael instantly cast a fierce gaze at Evan.Evan took a deep breath and pushed his glasses up the bridge of his nose as if he was calm.A while later, Michael massaged his forehead and collected himself. “Don’t bother with anything.”Evan was speechless.The CEO was unpredictable, but he never heard three different instructions in succession from the CEO.Michael returned Evan’s phone to him, Evan saw how resolute his boss was, so he went out after he hummed in acknowledgment.Michael was left in th
A Crazy Bee: Every family has its own problems. Mr. Barkworth didn’t express his position. This tweet was made by Samuel, so this doesn’t prove Mr. Barkworth’s attitude, right?Iris’ Fangirl: Why doesn’t it prove his stance? This incident seems clear at a glance. The Barkworth family members are on the same side, so they want to find a way to protect their own interest. Ivanka is just an outsider. Who would really take her seriously? I think it’s the right thing for Ivanka and Mr. Sadler to get together. I wish them a happy life and a baby!All Are Mobs: Bullsh*t! Mr. Barkworth is such an excellent man. He treated Ivanka really well in the past few years, but she betrayed him. When the Lane family went bankrupt, Michael did not stop treating her right, but she never felt content. Are we still blaming this on Mr. Barkworth? Besides, didn’t you read what Samuel wrote? It’s all part of Ivanka’s scheme! The Barkworth family was successful and reputable at that time. If Mr. Barkworth real
Chiara’s expression changed slightly. When she listened to her mother’s firm words, her body could not help but tremble.“Mom…” Lyla sighed helplessly. “Chiara, you should know this. We only used this tactic to make you his savior because he doesn’t like you. We’re trying to destroy Ivanka’s place in his heart.”Chiara gripped her blanket without replying.When Lyla saw this, she knew that Chiara felt sad, and she could only softly say, “Chiara, once you’re my age, maybe you’ll understand that love is sometimes not as important as you think. Social status, power, and wealth are the most important. A person can live well without love, but if you don’t have money and social status, you’ll starve to death.“No one is inseparable from anyone. I’m helping you to set this up and letting you marry Michael so that you can have a better life. Once you’re in charge of the Barkworth family and you give birth to a son, your status in the family will solidify. When you get older, you’ll also
Determination flashed in Chiara’s eyes, and she gave Lyla a thumbs up. “You’re truly my mom! Your experience counts!”Lyla chuckled. “Okay, just put on an act in the hospital for a few days. You know how you should behave with Michael, right?”Chiara took a deep breath before she nodded and seriously said, “Mom, don’t worry. I won’t be as dumb as before. I’ll definitely behave myself and marry him in two months!”“Okay, I still have some things to do, so I can’t accompany you any longer. Ask your assistant to come over.”“Okay.”Lyla left soon after. When Chiara’s assistant, who had been waiting outside slowly walked in, she looked at Chiara and respectfully asked, “Ms. Lane, is there anything that you need me to do?”Chiara smiled. “No, just get some rest. I’ll call you when I need you.”“Okay.”…… For the next three days, Michael would visit Chiara after he clocked off work every night. This made Chiara feel better and better.She knew how to behave herself this time. She
“Have I come at the wrong time?”Michael did not close the ward’s door when he arrived earlier. Therefore, when Ivanka arrived at the door, the two of them appeared affectionate to her.Chiara’s smile instantly froze, but she immediately said, “Ivanka, you’re here. Please come in!”She looked at Ivanka with a defensive look in her eyes. How much did Ivanka hear just now? Chiara had failed to differentiate the rosaries at the birthday party. If Ivanka confronted her again, the good image that she had just built would be completely ruined!Michael instantly cast a fierce gaze at Ivanka, but his gaze seemed to be filled with other emotions as well.Ivanka pursed her lips. Just now, she naturally heard Chiara explain the incident at the birthday party to Michael. She did not care what Michael thought about it, and she did not even intend to bring it up.She glanced at Michael before she smiled and said, “I heard that Mr. Barkworth would be working overtime, so I thought I would come
When Mdm. Wright heard that, she asked in discomfort, “Why do you care? It’s none of my business.”Michael just smiled. Mdm. Wright had been distracted since she arrived here. She still cared about Doska in the end.He was her last remaining relative, after all. Mdm. Wright’s sons and daughters had died one after another, leaving behind only this one grandson. It would be a lie to say that she did not care.It was just all to keep her pride. By the grace of Mdm. Wright, he would let him off the hook once when he met Doska on the field. But if Doska repeatedly provoked him or tried to get in his way… Then he would not care who he was.With that, Michael tidied up and prepared to enter.Before he was about to go in, Michael looked toward Ivanka quickly.By that time, Ivanka had already stood very obediently next to Anais.When she saw Michael look over at her, Ivanka gave him a small smile.“Take care of yourself.”Michael had mouthed those words to her.Ivanka smiled. “B
“So, Mdm. Wright, even if we go back, Michael and I won’t forget you, nor will we forget this place.”Mdm. Wright’s body froze visibly.Ivanka spoke to her heart. She spoke to the most vulnerable, most profound part of her heart.To put it bluntly, the old lady was also afraid of being alone in her old age.Ivanka continued, “If conditions permit, we will come back to see you, or we can pick you up and take you out for a few days.”Mdm. Wright said nothing as she held back her tears.She was afraid that she would cry the moment she opened her mouth. Ivanka affectionately took Mdm. Wright’s hand. She looked at Mdm. Wright with eyes that twinkled like stars in the sky.“Mdm. Wright, give Michael and I a local name for this place.”“Alright…”Mdm. Wright could not hold back her tears any longer.The warm liquid dripped onto Ivanka’s arm. It was so warm that it felt like it was burning her skin.Ivanka took out a tissue and gently wiped away the tears off her beloved Mdm. Wrig
“The question struck my mind at this moment.” Michael did not trust Ivanka’s statement. When she asked him that question, she looked serious. She did not look like she asked it spontaneously; she seemed to have prepared it a long time ago. Michael thought about it carefully before answering her. “You’re serious, bold, smart, and beautiful.” Ivanka had many excellent qualities. Her beauty was unquestionable, yet it was the least worth mentioning. She nodded. After that, she looked up and stared at Michael. Her gaze was so razor-sharp as if she could pierce him through her gaze alone. She said, “I’m not some sort of a delicate, rich young lady. We’re currently facing a situation that is unfavorable to us. If we want to return to our homeland, it’s going to take more than your effort alone to get back, it’s going to take us all working together. Since you mention we’re a team, why can’t I contribute to our team?” Michael’s lips parted, but no words came out of his mouth.
Michael grabbed Ivanka’s hand and wanted to leave together. He could not bear to watch Ivanka suffer. But Ivanka stood motionlessly in place and stared at Anais. Meanwhile, Anais recovered from her shock and gave Ivanka a strange look. Then she asked skeptically, “Have you made up your mind? Are you sure you’re not kidding me?” Michael was about to answer her, but Ivanka interrupted, “Yes. I’m very certain about it. Can we register now?” Anais raised her head proudly. “Of course.” Right after she finished her sentence, she gave the registrar a look. The registrar naturally did not want to mess around with the troublemaker, so he instantly added Michael’s name to the list. After Michael’s name was added to the list, it was only then that Ivanka heaved a sigh of relief. She turned around and realized that Anais was staring at her. Ivanka was undaunted. She met her eyes. Anais moved her lips silently to say, “I’ll wait for you.” After that, she gave Ivanka a profound
The moment Candice saw Mandy, she instantly recalled the night Ivanka and Michael fell into the sea. She knew Mandy and Ferris were the main culprits behind it all. At that moment, Candice had the urge to tie them up and toss them into the sea so that they would sink underneath. It seemed to be the only way to get rid of her hatred toward the duo. Unfortunately, she could not take action just yet. Mandy moved in front of Candice and removed her sunglasses. Then, she raised her chin and asked the security guard, “What’s with all the noises?” The security guard listened to all her whims and said, “This mad woman is being so unreasonable and insists on entering the building. She said she’s the project director of the company.” Upon hearing this, Mandy looked like she finally noticed Candice’s presence. Without caring much less about the hatred and disgust in Candice’s eyes, Mandy cradled her mouth and pretended to look surprised while saying, “Oh, no! Aren’t you the project di
With that belief, Candice returned to Lane’s Group. Rosie suggested going with her, but Candice shook her head and rejected Rosie. Candice said, “Grandma, don’t worry. Just leave them to me. I can handle them. You can stay at home in peace.” After Candice finished her sentence, she smiled at Rosie and left. Rosie was worried, and she watched Candice until she disappeared at the end of the building. The driver turned around and comforted Rosie, “Mdm. Barkworth, don’t worry. Although Ms. Lane isn’t around the company, her prestige stays within. Candice won’t need to suffer much.” In spite of the driver’s comforting words, Rosie still frowned deeply. “I’m worried that the people’s hearts have changed,” Rosie murmured, as if both talking to herself and replying to the driver. As Rosie had expected, the moment Candice reached downstairs, she faced an issue. Candice was about to enter the inside of the building after passing the biometric facial recognition system, but the
Anais’s gaze was filled with obsession while staring at Michael. After not seeing him for a few days, he was still as good-looking as ever. No matter how calm and composed Anais was, her heart always skipped a beat whenever she saw him. Michael had gotten a bit tanned. This suited Anais’s preference even more. Anais stood next to the crowd and said indifferently, “I can help you with the registration.” The crowd turned in the direction of her voice and saw Anais staring at Michael and Ivanka calmly. Her eyes sparkled with a hint of teasing. Michael frowned. He subconsciously wanted to reject her. Anais’s gaze was unfriendly, especially when she rested her gaze on Ivanka. She looked as though she wanted to ask for some request in return. As Michael expected, Anais pointed at Ivanka and sneered, “But I have a request. I need her to stay by my side throughout the Heroes Meeting. She’ll be my follower.” Meanwhile, Rosie bailed Candice out of the police station. The mome
After some time, Mdm. Wright turned around and entered the house. A hint of disappointment flashed across Ivanka’s eyes. Michael sensed her depression. He tightened his grasp to cheer her up wordlessly. Ivanka’s glum mood quickly faded. She had always been like that. She had experienced falls, suffered heartbreaks, and encountered hurdles when facing setbacks in life. But she always recovered from them. She carried so much burden on herself to the extent that she could hardly take a break. Michael admired her for that. At the same time, his heart ached for her. “Never mind. I’ll find other ways out. But our relationship with Mdm. Wright may end here,” Michael looked at Ivanka while comforting her in a whisper. Ivanka nodded and looked up at him. Her eyes sparkled, and she looked calm as if she was unaffected even the slightest bit. “It’s okay. We aren’t on the same path from the beginning, after all.” Michael knew that she was a little sad in spite of her sentence
They supposed they would not be able to see such a scenic starry sky again. The next day, Michael woke up early in the morning. He dressed up to attend the Heroes Meeting. But he could not open the door. Then, Mdm. Wright showed up in the compound. Her face was devoid of any expression. She looked very calm, and her tone was flat as she said, “Stop wasting your energy. I’ve locked the door. The key is with me.” With a frown, Ivanka turned to her. Her gaze was questioning. Mdm. Wright sighed. “I know you haven’t given up on it. You insist on attending the Heroes Meeting, but it’s too dangerous. Besides, our village’s fate depends on the Sonder fish. I can’t just sit there and watch you guys take it away from us. “The registration for the Heroes Meeting will end after noon. Until then, you’ll stay around with me.” Before this, Ivanka had thought of Mdm. Wright stopping them. But she did not expect Mdm. Wright to use such a forceful and extreme method to stop them. Ivanka’