It was silent in the office. Michael handled some documents at his office desk. The next moment, he heard his door being thrown open. Bam! Evan barged in. Michael frowned and looked up. His frown deepened when he saw it was Evan. Evan always had a good sense of boundaries. Something must have happened for him to do so today. While Michael was still in his thoughts, Evan cried out anxiously, “Mr. Barkworth, something has happened to Ms. Lane!” Michael’s heart clenched tightly. “Which one?” “Ms. Ivanka had an accident. Her car fell into a deep pit!” As if he had been struck by lightning, Michael got up in a flash. “Where is she now?!” ... Ivanka was sleeping inside the ward in the hospital. On the surface, she did not seem to have suffered any injury. However, there were countless abrasions on her body, and one of her ribs was broken. Sandy and Anna sat before Ivanka’s bed. Their eyes were filled with worry. Sandy’s face was filled with tears. She cried non
The duo turned to the door. Two tall men entered. They looked solemn. Sandy stopped sobbing. “Michael. Evan. Why are you here?”Michael ignored Sandy. He quickly strode over to Ivanka’s side. He pursed his lips and frowned when he saw her sleeping on the bed. Both Sandy and Anna had a very bad impression of Michael. Evan knew the entire story, so he hurriedly said, “We’ve learned about the accident and have informed the police. They would investigate the matter.” Finally, Sandy stopped looking so sour. She turned to them and asked, “What did the police say about the accident?” Evan was momentarily stunned before saying, “The two drivers have escaped, but there’s an arrest warrant for them.” Sandy’s expectant gaze immediately darkened. “They attempted murder! They must be Iv’s enemies! Could they be…” As Sandy was saying this, her expression changed slightly. Anna grabbed her hand. It was clear to see that Anna tried to stop Sandy from revealing the truth. They alre
Xander thought. “How could Michael give up such an excellent wife? He’ll regret it in the future!”If not for Michael still caring for Ivanka, Michael could not have possibly sought Xander’s help to examine her injury. Michael frowned and ignored Xander’s gaze. He said in a deep voice, “Did she suffer any brain trauma? Will she suffer any after-effects?” “No. She’ll be fine as long as she rests well. Since this is an attempted murder, it’s best to protect her well. If not, the culprits might come after her again in the hospital.” Michael’s frown deepened. No one knew what he had in his mind. He seemed to grow increasingly frustrated. Meanwhile, Sandy and Anna looked troubled. Anna said, “I’ll have someone protect her.” The Baldwin family was quite a powerful family. “Everyone, out.” After Michael said that, he pulled out a chair and sat before Ivanka’s bed. He looked particularly regal. It was as if he was pure-blooded royalty. Sandy frowned. “What are you doing? I’l
Sandy subconsciously nodded. “That’s right. I need to save up my energy so that I can appear before Iv as if nothing had happened!” Anna sighed and nodded. “That should be it! Take a rest now. I’ll keep you company.” “No need. I just had a minor injury. You don’t need to accompany me. You should accompany Hanson. Don’t let him get suspicious about our absence. Besides—” Sandy paused for a moment. “Based on Iv’s condition, she wouldn’t be able to visit him for some time. How are we going to hide this from Hanson?” Anna’s eyes flickered. Sandy seemed to have thought of something and said, “I got an idea!” Anna’s eyes lit up. “What is it?” “Tell him that the company sent me out of town on a business trip. The task given is a challenging one. Without Iv, I can’t handle it, so I dragged Iv with me.” “Hmm…” Anna hesitated. After giving it a thought, she nodded. “We don’t have a choice. But Iv hadn’t informed him of anything…” “You can explain to him that both of us left in
Michael said in a deep voice, “Cause Jonah some trouble.” Michael did not want to see that man again. Evan paused mid-stride and nodded. Meanwhile, Xander grinned wordlessly. Both Xander and Evan left the ward. Michael was left alone with Ivanka. In the past, Ivanka would appear uncomfortable whenever Michael appeared before her. She would try to stay away from him. However, this time, Ivanka was in a coma. While sleeping on the bed, she looked gentler than usual. Luckily, her fair and exquisite face was unscathed. Michael raised a hand and put it on her cheek. He could not help but rest his hand on her delicate and fair skin. The next moment, he recovered his senses. His expression instantly changed, and he immediately removed his hand. He frowned while staring at Ivanka coldly. “You were my wife…” His frown deepened, and he fell silent. His heart was full of complicated and inexplicable emotions. He was immensely frustrated. ... Meanwhile, at the Lan
But who would have expected Ivanka to be so lucky? She could survive a truck sandwich attempt on the dangerous road. She was very fortunate. Lyla gripped her phone tightly. “This is an unexpected situation. We can’t possibly contact the two drivers. We could only leave the matter be. You need to keep yourself in check. Don’t do anything outrageous and raise their suspicion.” Chiara nodded seriously. “How annoying! Since Ivanka is in the hospital, we need to visit her.” Right after she finished speaking, she received a message. Chiara subconsciously tapped to open the message. Upon reading the message, her face twisted into absolute savagery. “F*ck!” Lyla frowned. “What is it?” She turned to look at Chiara’s phone and read the WhatsApp message displayed on the screen. Belle: Ms. Chiara, Mr. Barkworth is inside Ms. Ivanka’s ward. Chiara gritted her teeth. “Why is Michael doing this? Why is he so involved with Ivanka? He even visits her when she is hospitalized. Why? Do
Michael turned. He was stunned to see his father. Jay seemed slightly taken aback. “I’m surprised that you came.” Michael looked away and ignored him. Jay went over to Ivanka’s bed. He sighed when he saw her weak appearance. “She only broke a rib after falling from such a height. She’s truly lucky.” “Lucky?” Michael’s eyes glinted in mockery. Puzzled, Jay turned to him. “Why?” Michael remained silent. Michael was aware that it was not Ivanka’s luck that had saved her life. Her sharp mind and driving abilities were the reason she survived today. Few young ladies could do what Ivanka did. She had not only chosen the safest method to ease the situation but had also protected her friend. Michael’s gaze turned complicated. He had always thought Ivanka to be an extremely scheming, vain, and selfish woman. However, when the accident happened, she was able to protect Sandy. Michael thought. “Is she the same Ivanka that I know?” After they divorced, she completely changed.
Chiara bit her bottom lip. Her face—deliberately made pale with makeup—turned even paler. She could never have imagined Michael saying something like that.The whole nation was aware that she and Michael were set to get engaged. When people saw her, they would butter her up and congratulate her, but Michael suddenly said that he would not get engaged to her. Would she end up like Ivanka and become everyone’s laughing stock?!What was Michael doing?!She was tempted to push the door open and demand answers, but the door kept her rage in place. She lacked the courage to even walk into the room.She was afraid that after she entered, Michael would just say, “You’re here just in time, I’ll tell you now so I won’t have to go tell you again.”With gritted teeth, Chiara tightened her grip on her bag and waited for Michael’s response to Jay. “I-Is he really sure?!” Then, she heard this. “I’m sure.”The answer was firm and delivered in a steady, determined voice.It was a heavy b
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