“Ah! You dog! Put me down!”Ivan gritted his teeth. “You don’t know what’s good for you! At first, I took pity on you and wanted to bring you to eat. But then you said I’m sick in the head? Alright then, let’s catch diseases together!”After saying that, he walked faster. Sandy struggled to break free and was still constantly worried that she would accidentally fall. Ivan reached the door of the car. He opened the door of the backseat, and threw her in directly!Curious onlookers had followed them from a distance. They stopped at an angle where they could see from afar to see if the two of them would actually rock things up in the car.When Sandy saw the malicious expression on him, she was so scared that her body trembled fiercely. “You… What are you doing? You’re crazy, Ivan!!!”Ivan gritted his teeth. “Yes, I’m crazy! So much that I let a woman scold me to this extent!”Sandy’s eyes widened. When she saw that he was not going to do anything rash, she carefully sat up and leane
“Ivan, you’re sick in the head!”“I’m fine with knowing you have the medication.” Ivan was also angry but did not want to argue with this woman in the middle of the street. Then he directly dragged her into the restaurant.Sandy was too embarrassed to yell with so many people here. It would be in poor taste.She could not struggle away again. In the end, she could only be dragged back by this dog.She gritted her teeth and sat back in her chair looking angrily at Ivan.Sandy did not say a single word. She felt like she could not keep the anger from bubbling out.The waiter who stood by the side felt that their atmosphere was not right. Ivan directly ordered the meal. The waiter quickly walked away in relief.Inside the box, only the two of them remained.Sandy was angry. She did not want to say a single word to this man.Ivan’s expression was extraordinarily cold. He wanted to just stew this woman right now.The atmosphere’s silence was deafening. After a moment’s reprieve,
Sandy sucked in a breath. Then she turned away from him. “I won’t give it to you. Not even if I die. If I die, I’ll take this with me. I’ll be cremated with it. I’ll take it with me to my mom. Just give up on it. It’s because you guys didn’t believe in her at first. You forcefully swept her out of the door. Don’t blame her for being cold towards you guys. Her coldness is an accumulation of all the disappointment you guys have brought to her. How many days and nights have I seen her crying in silence? But what about you guys?” As she said this, Sandy could not help but sneer. Her eyes were thick with mockery. Something crashed suddenly. It was extremely ear-shattering and scared Sandy.She gritted her teeth. “Forget it. Let’s not see each other again, let alone eat together. I don’t think I have much of an appetite, and neither do you, right?”Even though she was hungry and her stomach hurt a little, she could not stay and eat with this dog of a man. She was afraid she would die
“I’ve seen them.” “I can’t believe you’re so quiet. Come on out. Go ask him what’s going on and cheer me up.” Xander was a bit speechless. He finally said, “I’m coming over now.” … It did not take long for the few to get together. Michael was still the same as before. He did not talk much when he arrived.Ivan was always a loudmouth, but he did not seem particularly playful either. If it were in the past, he probably would not have been able to control himself to get to the bottom of things. He would be out to grill something out of Michael. Obviously, Michael and Xander both noticed that something was wrong. The men’s gazes met for a moment. Xander looked at Ivan, “What’s wrong with you today?” Ivan composed himself and shrugged. “What could possibly be wrong with me?” Michael looked at Ivan. “You called me today and said you were in a bad mood?” His voice was calm, but Michael was someone who cared about his brother. Xander blurted out. “What could possibly get
“Yes?” Xander smiled meaningfully. Ivan looked like he was about to blow up. “Of course! I even paid when I left. It was to make her feel touched!” Micheal looked faintly at Ivan blandly. . It was like he already knew what was going on. However as usual, if he could not realize it himself there was no use in him pointing it out. Xander instead looked at Michael. “Michael, what do you think?” “If he doesn’t realize it himself, what’s the use of others seeing through it?” His expression was indifferent. It was like he did not want to mention these things. Ivan suddenly laughed from exasperation. “I don’t realize it myself, but you can? Do you have any idea what kind of situation you are in with Ivanka?”Michael frowned. He instantly thought of what happened on Twitter today. The anger he had just suppressed suddenly rose again. The other two noticed something was wrong, and Ivan suddenly felt happy. “Look, you can’t even control yourself. Why the hell are you lecturing me? I
Xander smiled. Since he did not believe it, there was no need to give him further advice.Michael frowned. Xander’s words stabbed him in the heart like a knife. He could not help but keep thinking about it.“Think about it. Think about Evan. You’re just like how he used to be.”He could see it. Evan’s feelings for Sandy were gradually changing. It was evident in every sarcastic remark he made about her.What about himself?Did he feel something for Ivanka…?As this thought crossed his mind, Michael’s expression turned cold. Thinking of the trending topic on Twitter, he sneered. How could he possibly fall for that woman who fooled around with men?Both Jonah and Hanson danced at the palm of her hand.He would never fall for her for the rest of his life....After Ivanka and Jonah finished dinner, she went back home. Although she wanted to go see Elio right away, she still needed to inform him in advance. She also needed to verify some things from the past. She was afraid that
Anna sounded weary. She seemed to be speaking for herself as well as for Ivanka.Feeling similarly resigned, Ivanka was silent.Anna simply smiled. “All right, I have to go now. I’ll tell you how Hanson’s doing later.”“Okay, thanks.”“It’s nothing.”With that, they ended the call.Ivanka’s expression grew increasingly conflicted. She was unsure of how to handle the situation.She picked up her laptop, took a deep breath, and resumed her work.After about half an hour, Anna arrived at Hanson’s house.Emeralda warmly welcomed her and conversed for a while before directing Anna to Hanson.After all, Hanson was not doing well at all.Emeralda did not know what else she could do to help him.The trending topics kept popping up one after another. Hanson, upon seeing the latest trends, was too afraid to call Ivanka again.When he learned that someone had arrived at his house, he instinctively thought it was Ivanka who had come to explain things to him in person.When he raised
Why did it suddenly become so terrifying?Why did he change so drastically?Had he perhaps sensed something, or learned the truth, or was he trying to find out something from her?Amid Anna’s unease, Hanson opened his mouth. “About Iv...”Upon hearing this, Anna’s heart skipped a beat.Just as she focused intently to hear more, Hanson suddenly stopped talking.Anna was puzzled.She looked at Hanson with confusion. “What’s wrong with you?”“Nothing.” Hanson lowered his head again. He pursed his lips and fell silent.His condition could not be any worse. Anyone could see that he was no longer the cheerful guy he used to be.Anna could not bear it anymore. She instinctively stepped closer to Hanson and took a deep breath before saying, “Will you please pull yourself together? Is love really that important?”Hanson chuckled softly. “Ann, you haven’t experienced liking someone for as long as I have. The sense of insecurity of losing someone is really tough to bear. Maybe someday
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