Erin retorted immediately, "You know, little puppies are actually quite smart!"Chandler nodded thoughtfully and said, "Yeah, you are smarter than a little puppy.""What are you saying? It sounds strange!" exclaimed Erin.Chandler grinned mischievously. "So, is the little puppy smarter than you?""Oh, please, just hush! You always know how to irritate me …" She pouted and decided to ignore him.As he walked, Chandler leaned down. He brushed her lips with a tender kiss, eyes brimming with undisguised affection. "Wifey, have you ever noticed that when I see other women acting coy, it just doesn't sit right with me? But when I see you being cute, I can't resist teasing you all day and night.""Because you're such a pervert! A sadist!" Erin taunted."I'll give you a little punch!" Erin really did give his chest a few light hits after saying that.After a few punches, she furrowed her brows and said, "You're all muscles, hitting you actually hurts my hand!""So, do you like my musc
A call from the police station disrupted Erin's afternoon. Upon her arrival there, she was met with the unexpected news—her father, Steven, had been detained.The reason behind it was Daisy's report of domestic violence, and their son Tobias serving as a witness further worsened the issue.Steven had been brought to the police station for questioning, and that's when Erin stepped in to bail him out.During the drive home, Steven sat in the passenger seat in silence, his face looking worn and his gaze lost in the distance.Erin looked at him, struggling to find the right words."Erin, if you have something to say, just say it," Steven said calmly.After a brief moment of hesitation, Erin inquired, "Dad, is Daisy causing more trouble than it seems? I mean, is there something we're not aware of?"Her question prompted Steven to slowly turn toward her, surprise evident in his tone as he replied, "Why aren't you asking about the domestic violence incident? I thought you, as a woman,
To maintain the authenticity of the unfolding scene and prevent Tobias from suspecting a setup, Erin insisted that Steven return home long before Tobias arrived at the hotel.Given his recent arrest for assaulting Daisy, it was wiser for him to steer clear of the situation. The mere sight of Steven could fuel Tobias's anger, potentially escalating their already tense atmosphere.If Tobias were to discover his mother's betrayal of his father, it might push him closer to Steven, fostering sympathy for his father's situation. Such a revelation could even lead to Tobias choosing to live with Steven after the divorce.Erin recognized the importance of revealing the truth to Tobias, especially after considering the implications for Steven.She was determined to unearth more information and orchestrated with the hotel manager to stealthily embed a listening device in the items sent to Daisy's room.Erin weighed the tough decision, knowing full well the harsh truth it would force upon Tob
In Tobias' eyes, there was a newfound determination, as though he had undergone a profound transformation.His decision to stand up to Daisy's distressing behavior showcased a maturity well beyond his years.Erin found herself wrestling with mixed emotions regarding Tobias' sudden maturity. While saddened by the harsh realities that quickened it, she also felt a sense of comfort in witnessing his positive changes.The integrity and ambition he displayed, especially in the face of abandonment by his biological mother, were nothing short of remarkable.As Erin's understanding of Tobias deepened, so did her admiration for his newfound independence and resilience.She remained committed to her promise of not interfering in family matters. She believed in Tobias' capability to face challenges on his own and to seek assistance when needed.After Erin returned, she received news from Tobias in less than two days.He informed her of Daisy's agreement to divorce Steven. While Erin was un
Erin touched her chin thoughtfully, regret washing over her for the impulsive oversharing in the group chat.With a blush creeping up her cheeks, Erin sent a voice message, her tone a mix of amusement and bewilderment. "I just think my husband has been overly excited lately, almost like he's on a stimulant. Last night, I just tried on my new black stockings, and he pounced on me … he even tore them!""Hehe! Hearing this is definitely getting me all excited. Fortunately, there's no one around me right now, or I might find myself tempted to do something quite naughty!" Tina sent a playful and suggestive voice message before heading to the fridge to grab a drink.Jill chimed in, her words tinged with a thoughtful sentiment, "This chat has taken such a romantic turn. If my own Prince Charming were this attentive, I might happily stay with him for three whole days …"Holly also sent a voice message in reply. "My Kyle's back, and it looks like he's planning to stay the whole night with m
Two days later, Erin returned at 3:00 pm from the hospital after visiting Sean.Erin felt a wave of relief and gratitude seeing Hannah's attentive care for Sean in the hospital. Knowing that Maya was regularly bringing him soup also added to her comfort.As she entered the living room upon her return, her younger brother Gavin greeted her, "Erin, you're back! I've been waiting for you for almost an hour."Surprise lit up Erin's face as she greeted him, "Gavin! You're back! Your travels looked amazing from the photos on social media. Did you enjoy your trip?""The photos were great, right? I used a professional camera!" He casually raised the DSLR camera beside him.Erin complimented, "You know, they're really great! My photography friends saw them and said you have some serious skills.""Erin, it's not easy to enter your house, with all these devices and checks! I thought it was like the SARS period again!" Gavin complained playfully.Hearing her brother's joking tone tinged wit
Two days later, Brad woke up in the morning with Cherry in his arms.He gently kissed her wrinkled and relaxed neck, and then he noticed her slightly bashful expression.He smiled with delight and asked, "Ms. Cherry, are you awake?""How could I possibly remain asleep when you kissed me like that?" Cherry replied with a smile.Brad chuckled and said, "Last night was so wonderful that I couldn't help but be enchanted by it. I'm truly sorry. I had promised to wait until our wedding day for this, but in the end, I couldn't resist your unique charm."Cherry, nestled in his arms, blushed and said, "Brad, since we're getting married soon, I don't mind …" "Well, did I get too rough last night? Did I hurt you anywhere?" He reached out to touch her skin.Cherry giggled and said, "You're so naughty! Please don't call me Ms. Cherry from now on. It feels like you're constantly reminding me that I'm older than you!"Brad apologized, "I'm sorry, I didn't think it through. How about I call y
Enna immediately echoed, "That's true. Everybody's free to love and marry whoever they want. Even if they are your children, they have no right to meddle with their parents' marriage."Enna was flattering Cherry with all her might in the bedroom. Meanwhile, Brad was trying to gain an advantage by being humble in the living room downstairs. He was showcasing his love and sincerity toward Cherry at every turn.Erin almost could not stand listening to him anymore.She clearly knew Brad was spewing nonsense, but she had to pretend like she was trying to find out more about the truth. It was truly very exhausting for her.Brad's response to her was flawless. If she were to insist on cursing Brad for having an ulterior motive, people would think that she was a bitch instead.At that moment, Brad looked at Erin with sincerity and said, "Mrs. Frost, I hope we can be a family. I'll use the rest of my life to treat your mother well. I welcome you guys to keep me accountable at all times a
Erin chuckled lightly as she said, "Enny would have married and fallen in love with another man sooner or later. "If that man is Paulo, I would be more than willing. Enny will be very happy in her life, and I'm at ease entrusting her to Paulo. And with Paulo being so wealthy, I don't have to worry about anyone coveting Enny's status or her family's power.""You make a good point!" Jill agreed."Jill, if your wedding with Ryder happens around the same time as Enny's, I'm afraid I won't have the energy to help you," Erin said worriedly."No worries, I don't want a wedding ceremony. Ryder and I just need to register our marriage. We've been living together for ten years anyway," Jill said.Erin nodded. "Yeah, that's fine. Weddings are quite tiring anyway, whether you have one or not."After chatting for a while, Jill heard Ryder's footsteps and said quickly, "Let's talk next time. He's coming in." …At 10:00 pm that day, Erin visited Chandler's office at his company.However, h
Ryder turned around with skepticism etched across his face. "What could possibly be wrong? Look at how anxious you are."As she leaned against the doorway, Jill held her phone aloft. There was a challenging glint in her eyes. "If you can remain that calm after hearing this news, I'll play your game with you later.""Really?" Ryder raised an eyebrow, his tone filled with."Forget it if you don't trust me." She pretended to turn away.In a swift motion, Ryder closed the distance between them."I believe you. Now, tell me," Ryder said."Enny and Paulo have settled things," Jill announced with a smirk playing on her lips."Damn! Who told you?" Ryder's curiosity peaked.Jill waved her phone triumphantly. "This is exclusive insider information! Erin personally sent a WhatsApp message, see for yourself!"Ryder snatched the phone, his eyes scanning the message rapidly.The message read, "Enny was two months pregnant with Paulo's child, and the couple had visited Paulo's parents. Whil
Cyril looked at Paulo's departing figure and sighed. "Master is so good-looking. That's why Ms. Frost has been chasing him for so many years… Actually, Master and Ms. Frost really are a perfect match!"Only after Paulo's figure disappeared into the forest did Cyril turn around silently.He was suddenly startled. "Ms. Frost…""Why so guilty? I'm not some demoness who preys on monks!" Enny exclaimed.Cyril laughed. "Ms. Frost, you're really humorous…""I'm asking you, where is your master?" Enny demanded.Cyril hesitated and said, "I don't know where Master is."Enny called his bluff. "Liar!""I really don't know," insisted Cyril."Cyril, your master is going through the most difficult time of his life. As his capable assistant and disciple, you must help him!" insisted Enny.Enny's serious expression made Cyril ask curiously, "What trouble has Master encountered?""Well, he wants to be with me, but he's too embarrassed to ask. What should I do?" she asked."Does Master reall
Many years later, on the day Enny got her ID card, she drove to Skycloud Mountain overnight.There was a temple on the top of Skycloud Mountain, and she was going to see someone there.By the time she struggled to the mountaintop, it was already 6:00 am the next day.Enny was dressed in black. She wore white hiking shoes with a duck tongue hat and her hair casually tied in a ponytail.Her beautiful, bare face had been a stumbling block on her path to growth.Every year, the number of men she rejected could fill several trucks.That was just among those who had the chance to approach her, while those who didn't could only watch from afar.Enny looked straight ahead, wiping the sweat that had trickled down her cheek.She took a deep breath and walked into the small, secluded temple that was cut off from the world.She finally arrived just in time on the day the new chief abbot took office. In fact, she was there to prevent the new abbot from entering the monastic life!Driven b
Erin had planned to visit Matthew's "Thinkerin City" to buy a violin and visit him.But Matthew's shop was closed, so after waiting for half an hour with Enny, she went to another store to buy one.However, she happened to meet him on the street now.Matthew slowly pushed the wheelchair toward her.He was dressed very casually. He wore a plaid shirt with short sleeves, jeans, and branded sneakers.His simple style was a far cry from his rock star days.He looked somewhat thinner, his smile faint. "Erin, did you and Enny come to buy an instrument?""Yes, we bought Enny a violin. We actually wanted to visit your store." Erin's gaze drifted to Claire, who sat in the wheelchair.Matthew responded, "Sorry, I had to take Claire to get some medicine."Although Claire had been tragically affected by Matthew's obsessive fans years ago, she survived. However, she was left mentally incapacitated and was sometimes lucid for only a few hours.Matthew was loyal, taking it upon himself to c
Chandler's appearance wasn't anything mysterious or an extraordinary entrance.It was filled with the usual beauty and romance of a typical wedding.After reaching Erin, he knelt on one knee with a face full of happiness, opened the ring box with both hands and looked up at her.He asked, "Erin, will you marry me again?"Erin's heart was filled with joy as she asked jokingly, "If I refuse, will you force me into a wedding dress and marry you?"He replied firmly, "Yes!""Since I have no choice, I suppose I must agree," she said with a smile. Erin extended her hand for Chandler to slide the engagement ring onto her finger."You will be Mrs. Frost for the rest of your life! Don't even think about escaping!" Chandler exclaimed."Ah, I won't run. I am willing to be a happy prisoner," Erin said self-deprecatingly.Ryder rolled his eyes, his expression full of sourness.Kylan caught his expression and patted his shoulder without saying a word.As Erin put on the ring, everyone pres
Five minutes later, the doorbell rang again as Enny started doing Erin's makeup."I'll get it, Mom. You stay seated, okay?" Enny said."Fine, Mommy won't move." Erin winked at her. Seconds later, Enny shouted, "Godfather!""Enny! You look so beautiful!" The joy in the man's voice was palpable.Erin stood up and walked to the living room, knowing Sean had arrived.By then, Sean and another man had already entered.They closed the door behind them."Erin, I've brought a makeup artist for you," Sean said with a slight smile.The man beside him bowed politely to her. "Hello, Ms. Lane!""Maya, your male disguise is a total failure. You just slapped on some rough makeup without even wearing a realistic mask. You don't look like a man at all," Erin teased with a laugh.Maya couldn't help but laugh. "Mr. Frost's security measures are too strict. If I had worn a stranger's male mask, I wouldn't have been allowed in, and I would have been detained.""Why go through all the trouble o
Meanwhile, Erin had just gone to open the door of her hotel room.To her surprise, the person at the door was Roman."Rom! It's really you!" Erin exclaimed with joy. Dressed in a tailored white suit, Roman held a bouquet and joked, "Do you need to check my face to make sure I'm not wearing a mask?""Haha! I know it's you! Come in and let's talk. Thank you for the flowers!" Erin took the bouquet he offered and invited him inside.A minute later, Roman was sitting on the couch.He looked out to the underwater world from the floor-to-ceiling windows and remarked, "Enny and Eddie must really love this room.""Yes, the kids could watch it all night. Chandler specifically chose this type of room for the children," Erin explained.As Erin placed the fresh flowers in a vase, Roman inquired, "Where's Chandler?"Erin replied, "You should know what he's busy with, right?"Roman's gaze turned indecipherable, his tone probing as he asked, "You already know?"Erin laughed. "Yes. Did it d
Jill naturally denied it when she heard the question. "We didn't expose anything! Erin just happened to see us. What could we do? Pretend we don't know her? That's not realistic at all!""Did you really say nothing?" Ryder asked doubtfully.Calix was also skeptical as he questioned, "Erin is so sharp, and both of your acting skills are so poor. She must have figured it out."Tina exclaimed defensively, "We really didn't say anything! You two are so annoying! I'm dying of thirst here! Jill, hurry up and open the door. We can talk inside.""Yeah, I'm thirsty too," Jill echoed. She took out her room card, swiped it, and opened the door.The two women were about to close the door when Ryder stopped it with his hand. He asked, "What are you doing, not letting us in?""What are you coming in for? Don't you have your own room? Go away, we're going to take a nap!" Jill said grumpily."Taking a nap at this hour? Are you two pigs? The rehearsal is about to start," Ryder pointed out."W