Slam!Ivanka tried to compose herself after entering the room. Suddenly, they heard the sound of the door being thrown open, and they turned in the direction of the door simultaneouslyThe man was tall and slender. He wore an haute couture formal suit that did nothing to hide his in-born air of regality. He looked really cool.However, he was currently giving off a bone-chilling aura. His gaze was so razor-sharp that no one dared to meet his gaze.Ivanka frowned. What was he doing here?When Michael saw the large bouquet of roses next to Ivanka, he felt that it was an eyesore.He snorted, “I can’t believe you found a lover so soon.”Hanson’s gentle gaze turned cold. Before he said anything, Ivanka yelled at him, “Michael, watch your words!”Michael stared at her gloomily. “Ivanka, we’re not officially divorced, yet you can no longer hide your true colors. Am I dead to you?!”Ivanka scoffed. Sandy glared at him and hissed, “Michael, what are you doing? Iv gave up everything to
Michael was taken aback. Ivanka looked at him with an upset expression and said, “I’ve been waiting for you to call me so that we can go to the City Hall. Are you seriously telling me that you don’t even have the time for that, Mr. Barkworth? If you would just spend a little less time with her, I’m sure we could’ve gotten a divorce already. You wouldn’t have to worry about your company’s reputation and interests every day.”“You b*stard…”Michael gritted his teeth and said, “Ivanka! Do you really think I don’t want to get a divorce? Grandma was the one who was begging me not to!”Ivanka was puzzled as she thought. “I remember Grandma called me and said that she wanted to find a better man for me. Is this some kind of reverse psychological tactic she’s using?”“My company is still working on a project, and it’s competing with Sadler’s Group. After this project is over, I’ll split up with you. I want you to behave just for this month!”Any negative news would be detrimental to Mic
Rosie was still deciding who would be a good fit for Ivanka. She took out her phone and looked through young men from rich families.To her surprise, a piece of news suddenly popped up on her screen. [The person sitting next to Mr. Sadler is Mrs. Barkworth, Sadler’s Group’s competitor!]Rosie was stunned. “Jonah Sadler?!“I barely watch the news, and even I know that he’s a womanizer. He has multiple girlfriends. How is he the one for Iv?!“I’m sure this is just clickbait!”As she told herself this, she clicked into the article. As it turned out, the woman sitting next to Jonah in the car was indeed Ivanka! Their faces were as clear as day.“That’s… That’s impossible!”She immediately dialed Ivanka’s number.But… “Sorry, please hold on. The person you are calling is on another line…”Rosie hung up the phone worriedly. At the moment, Ivanka was talking to Sandy on the phone. Sandy’s excited voice made her frown slightly. “Why are you wailing like a ghost in the midd
“Okay, then.”Rosie did not mean what she said. She was determined to find the best man that suited Ivanka and make him her grandson-in-law.After they chatted for a while, the two finally hung up. Ivanka had already tapped into Twitter and scrolled through it with familiar ease. “Trending, huh?“I may not be a celebrity, but my username online is often seen among the trending posts.“Aside from my username online, my real name is also always trending along with Michael’s name.“We are portrayed as a loving couple to the public for the benefit of the company, and we frequently show up on some occasions to keep up with the facade. I used to willingly cooperate with him because I loved him. I would always look forward to appearing in public because it was the only time I felt like I’m married to a good husband…“But now… “Tsk.“With Jonah and myself trending like wildfire, Barkworth’s Group must be in a frenzy, since everyone knows that Michael and Jonah are deadly foes.”T
However, the neighbor quickly took note of Michael’s hostile demeanor, so he shrank back and quietly closed the door.Ivanka was at a loss for words.The violent knocks on the door were deafening. Ivanka was afraid of offending other people, but neither could she stop Michael, so she had no choice but to open the door.Michael walked in with a gloomy expression.Ivanka closed the door and glared at him. “Mr. Barkworth, your actions make me think you are finding it difficult to forget about me!”‘Even if something has popped up, can’t we resolve it during the day?’She thought Michael had found out about what happened on the Internet when he was somewhere else just now, so he was calling to question her. However, if she had taken the timing of events into consideration, she would have known that he was already near her home when he called her.Michael glared at her and scoffed. “Do you actually believe that I can’t forget you? Ivanka, I only have sound reason to suspect that you
She decisively opened the door.A slender figure appeared before Ivanka’s view.Michael also stood up and walked over.The corners of Ivanka’s mouth curled up. She turned and looked at Michael. “It’s not my so-called paramour. It’s your lover. Are you embarrassed?”Chiara slightly narrowed her eyes. ‘Lover? If I want, I can change Ivanka’s status from a legal wife to a lover by lifting a finger.’Michael’s expression turned gloomier. He looked at Chiara unhappily. “Why are you here?”Chiara hurriedly spoke up, sounding worried. “I wanted to discuss something with you, so I tried to reach you through your friend. However, I heard you were in a bad mood today, so I was worried and asked about it. After knowing you were here, I hurried over here as I was afraid there might be some misunderstandings between you two. Iv, Mic, you two should hear each other out to solve the problem. Don’t let this misunderstanding escalate.”Ivanka smiled. “It doesn’t matter. He’ll marry you soon, and
He snatched Ivanka’s phone and hung up.Ivanka looked with a perplexed expression. “What’re you doing?”Michael stared at Ivanka. It was as if his sharp gaze would skewer her if she dared to do anything.“Ivanka, this is my last warning. If you dare to seduce other men, don’t blame me for not sparing you!”Chiara looked stiff. ‘Seduce other men?’She had always thought that Michael meddled with Ivanka’s affairs because of his pride as a man. No man could stand to watch his newly divorced wife fool around with another man.But…A bad premonition popped up in her mind.Ivanka seemed as nonchalant as ever. “I don’t need your sparing. Goodbye.”Chiara grabbed Michael’s arm worriedly. “Mic, Iv is still young and immature. Don’t take her words seriously.”Michael pursed his thin lips. He shot Ivanka a cold glance and left.Only Ivanka and Chiara were left in the house. Chiara looked at Ivanka with mockery.Ivanka sneered. “What’re you still doing here? Waiting for me to kick you
“You’ll find out when the time comes.”“What? F*ck you! Are you still my best friend?”“Yes, and I’ll cook for you tonight.”“Really?!”Sandy was a major foodie, and Ivanka had cooking skills that were even better than chefs. She was easily enticed by Ivanka’s words.“I meant it, of course.”“I want braised pork, meatball, tomato fish stew…”Sandy did not hold back and listed eight dishes in one breath.The corners of Ivanka’s mouth twitched. “Can you finish them?”“Of course I can! I’m a big eater!”“Okay, I’ll do as you said.”The two talked and laughed on the way home. While they were washing the vegetables, they heard the doorbell ring.Sandy was puzzled. She asked, “Who could it be? Did you give anyone this address?”Ivanka frowned a little. Besides Michael and Chiara, only Sandy would know about this.Jonah knew her whereabouts, but he did not know her specific house number.There was no way that Michael and Chiara would pay her a visit at this time.She put down
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