Belle reflexively looked at Ivanka. “What can I do for you?”“When Chiara visited the hospital a few days ago, she must’ve left some traces behind. I need you to get me evidence.”Belle nodded. “Got it.”When Ivanka said nothing more, she left.Ivanka stood by the window as if she was waiting for Belle to reappear.Or perhaps she was lost in thought.Chiara’s current greatest desire was to marry Michael. Initially, this had nothing to do with her, as Chiara’s choice of a spouse was her own business.However, since Chiara had repeatedly provoked her and even schemed against her entire family, she would not let Chiara get her way.First, she would make Michael disgusted with Chiara.In fact, Ivanka was also gathering evidence herself.She had learned a good-looking young man had taken Chiara to the hospital that day.He seemed to be a key figure, similar to a mastermind.Ivanka lingered by the window for a time before returning to the master bedroom.The next day, as promise
“But you...” Rosie was at a loss for words for the first time.She kept thinking that Ivanka had a tough life.She lost her biological father at a young age, she married a man who did not like her, and her mother-in-law mistreated her. Therefore, Rosie had been trying to make it up for Ivanka.Ivanka smiled. “Grandma, don’t overthink it.”“All right.”Just like that, they continued chatting and laughing. Ivanka felt a genuine sense of familial care from her grandmother. Over the years, their relationship had remained strong. Ivanka was like a real granddaughter to Rosie. To Ivanka, Rosie was like her real grandmother.Ivanka spent a good part of the day chatting with Rosie without anyone disturbing them.Ivanka had intended to leave before dinner, but Rosie kept insisting she stay. She even insisted that Ivanka eat dinner before leaving. Ivanka had no choice but to stay.Unexpectedly, a car engine rumbled from the yard.Ivanka’s eyes flickered slightly. Was Samuel back?The
Michael looked at Rosie speechlessly. “Do you not want to see me that much?”Confused, Rosie looked at Michael. Could he not see that Ivanka did not like seeing him?How was he so oblivious?She frowned and asked, “Aren’t you busy?”Michael and Ivanka could not find a response to her attitude.Ivanka was just as speechless, but she was secretly enjoying this. She loved seeing Michael on the losing end!The more, the better!Michael eventually said with resignation, “I’ll leave after you finish taking the medicine.”“Fine, I’ll take it.”As Michael watched Rosie, who usually hated taking medicine, finish the pills so willingly this time, his temples throbbed intensely for a moment.In less than a minute, Rosie had taken all the medicine.Michael could only say, “If there are any problems, you can call me anytime.”“I got it. Go now.”Michael closed his eyes for a moment and then said, “I can’t leave yet. I’m here to pick her up. We’ll leave after dinner.”Surprised, Ivanka
Rosie lazily shook her head. “I’ll pass. Besides, if I go with you, what about your grandpa then?”“However, seeing you straightening yourself out does surprise me.”Ivanka’s eyes flashed with a hint of irony, but it was for the best. It would help Rosie recover sooner. Given her health, she could not undergo too much stress and worry. Michael remained silent.Ivanka, on the other hand, completely ignored him. She continued to chat and laugh with Rosie. After dinner, they prepared to leave.Rosie contentedly looked at them standing together. She smiled gently.“Have a safe journey, you two. If you have spare time, explore the place. Don’t miss out on the local scenery. I know you are busy, but remember to take breaks. Got it?”Ivanka nodded obediently. “Got it, Grandma. You should rest early tonight. Remember to take your medicine on time. Got it?”She intentionally mimicked Rosie’s tone in the last few words.An almost imperceptible smile appeared on Michael’s face.Rosie c
Belle quickly said, “I did. I informed you about it, but I really didn’t expect Mr. Barkworth and Young Master Ivan to help Ivanka at that time, and I didn’t anticipate them running into each other.”Chiara stared coldly at Belle. “Belle, if you make another mistake like this again, your family might not remain safe!”She uttered the last sentence through gritted teeth.Belle, however, breathed a sigh of relief. She knew she had managed to get away with it this time.She had actually mentioned to Chiara before that Michael and Ivan were present.However, Chiara did not think it could lead to any conflict back then. Chiara was the one who had ignored the key information!Back then, Chiara had even hoped that Michael would witness the situation between Ivanka and William.At the end of the day, she manipulated Chiara’s thoughts. Chiara had missed it.Belle just hoped that Ivanka could bring Chiara down as soon as she could....On the plane, Ivanka and Michael remained tight-lip
“Have an early night. I’ll take my leave.”Michael remained silent. Ivanka immediately frowned. “Wait.”Puzzled, the person turned to Ivanka.His eyes flickered with incomprehension, but he still said, “Miss, what can I do for you?”After a moment of hesitation, she spoke softly, “Never mind. You can go.”The man gave her a perplexed look but, when Michael remained silent, he said nothing more. He nodded and left the room.The two of them were alone in the room.Ivanka said with a calm expression. “I’ll go book another room.”She was going to ask that man about her room, but she assumed that he did not know about her relationship with Michael. So, she did not request him for help and decided to handle it herself.Michael frowned and disdainfully said, “You can stay here. I don’t have time to deal with this in the middle of the night. We have to leave early in the morning tomorrow.”With that, Michael walked into the master bedroom.Ivanka frowned. However, seeing that Michae
Michael glanced at her coldly. “Shouldn’t you know where we are heading?”Ivanka was speechless.She gave him a look of defeat and could not help but snap at him, “How did Evan put up with you all these years?”The look in Michael’s eyes became fierce and icy, but Ivanka was done talking. She started the car.She had been to this place before and was rather familiar with it.Ivanka thought about some places and decided on one. She did not discuss it with Michael and simply drove there.As usual, no words were exchanged. The car was filled with dead silence. They did not even play music on the radio.The two of them were comfortable with the silence. It was how they interacted with each other.Ivanka, for one, certainly did not want to waste her breath talking to this man.They arrived at their destination after over an hour of driving.Ivanka stopped the car in the parking lot and looked over at Michael.“This bridal house is quite well-known. They also have a wide selection
Michael halted in his tracks and so did Ivanka. She turned toward the store manager and said with a perplexed look on her face. “Who told you we’d be here?”Michael immediately shot a cold glare at the store manager. He was silent, but she was already a little frightened. After all, he was no ordinary man.If his chilly glare could kill, she would have been maimed and dead by now. She willed herself not to pass out under his gaze.The store manager took a deep breath and delivered the speech that she had prepared earlier on.“So, our company has been looking for a business partner. We happened to find out that Barkworth’s Group and Lane’s Group are working together. I heard that you have planned to conduct a survey, and I predicted that you’ll visit in recent days. Besides, it’s hard to overlook someone with your demeanor. I have seen you on TV before, so I recognized you immediately. I work here every day. It’s my honor to meet you.”Hearing what the store manager said, Holly, th