Two hours later, the door to the hypnosis room opened.Vicky hurriedly approached the doctor. "Doctor, how did Tyler do?""The hypnosis was successful, but we'll have to wait for Mister Hart to wake up to find out if it's effective."Vicky glanced inside the room and asked, "Is he asleep?"The doctor nodded and softly advised, "Mister Hart now trusts you the most, Missus Hart. You must spend more time with him and reduce any potential contact with stimuli. For patients with depression, companionship and care are crucial."Vicky fell silent for a few seconds and replied, "I understand.""He will wake up in a while. You can go in to be with him.""Okay." Vicky was about to enter the room when she remembered something and asked, "Doctor, based on his current condition...has he been suffering from depression for a long time?""You're correct," the doctor said. "This kind of condition is usually a result of long-term repression, depression, and low mood that accumulates over time...
Vicky was stunned, realizing that a part of her did not want Tyler to remember anything.They had an irreconcilable conflict, and she would not know how to face him should he remember the past.After resting in the room for a while, they walked out of the hypnosis room. As they stepped out, they ran into Harry coming their way."Mister Hart, Missus Hart," he greeted them respectfully before glancing at Tyler's expression and giving Vicky a careful look.Vicky understood what he was silently asking and gently shook her head.Harry looked disappointed.If anyone wanted Tyler to recover his memories, it was undoubtedly Harry. There was a lot of work at the Hart Corporation, and Tyler's amnesia was greatly affecting the company's operations.Seeing Harry's dilemma, Vicky asked softly, "Harry, what's wrong?""The rumors about Mister Hart's amnesia have somehow spread, and there are many speculations. Mister Hart is also taking his time to appear. Competitors and partners have heard
"It's fine," Tyler said calmly. "We've looked into everything that we can find, and we won't find anything else even if we keep digging. We'll only alert the others by doing so."Vicky knew that running from one's problems would not solve anything.After a few thoughtful moments, Vicky looked up. "Why don't I come along?"Tyler stared at her intently.Worried that he might misunderstand, she explained, "I might not know as many people as Harry, but I've been to parties with you and met these people a few times. Maybe I can help—"Tyler spoke, "You don't have to explain yourself. I trust you."Vicky's gaze flickered.It had been a long time since she heard the word 'trust' from Tyler's lips. In the past, he would have surely doubted if she accompanied him to the company with any other motives, but he seemed to have changed after the amnesia.Tyler held her hand. "Let's go."...The conference room was filled with people, and every director had come to attend the meeting.Due
When Senior Hart learned that Tyler was not his biological grandson, he was furious and agreed to join forces with Mister Zeeland's father to suppress Tyler's power.Alas, they played right into Tyler's hands.Tyler intentionally released the news of him not being related to the Harts to Mister Zeeland's father, intending to retrieve all the power and shares possessed by Mister Zeeland's father and Senior Hart.By the time they realized what was happening, it was all too late. Both men lost their last fighting chance.Mister Zeeland and his father had always felt humiliated for what happened and never brought it up publicly, yet Tyler made the point to bring up the topic. His intent was evident.Mister Zeeland grimaced, but he refused to give up as he doubted whether Tyler had truly lost his memory. He sneered, "Mister Hart, if you haven't lost your memory, why didn't you show up earlier to clarify the situation? Do you know that our company's market value has hit an all-time low
The situation that Vicky mentioned was indeed known to many high-ranking executives in the company.Mister Zeeland snorted coldly. "Ms. Shaw, are you saying that Mister Hart has been on vacation with you all this time?""That's right."Mister Zeeland persisted. "It's understandable that Mister Hart wanted to take a break, but the company is facing such a big issue, and even the company's market value is being affected. At such a critical moment, it's unacceptable that Mister Hart refuses to come forward.""Tyler is usually too busy. Even on vacation, he can't have a moment's peace. Phone calls keep coming in. It was so annoying that I took the liberty of turning off his phone." Vicky narrowed her eyes as she scanned the people in the room. "Who could've imagined that such outrageous rumors would spread outside? What surprised me even more was that when the Hart Corporation faced a crisis, there isn’t a single soul here in this entire office to handle it but Tyler, leaving him with
Tyler had always remained indifferent even when someone barked insults at him. In truth, he never cared about what others thought of him.Hence, it shocked everyone that Tyler resorted to violence over a few words Mister Zeeland said.Mister Zeeland stared blankly at Tyler and moved his lips to speak, only to faint the next instant.The meeting eventually ended with Mister Zeeland losing consciousness.In the office, Harry came to report on Mister Zeeland's condition. "Mister Zeeland has a severe concussion and is currently being treated at the hospital..."Upon hearing this, Vicky twitched slightly.While she might not understand much about running a business, she was well-versed in social etiquette. As a company CEO, Tyler should not have resorted to violence against Mister Zeeland, not to mention doing it publicly.Tyler had acted impulsively, but since the incident had happened, there was no point in investigating right and wrong further.After a few seconds of silence, Vic
"Vicky." Tyler's warm breath brushed against Vicky's skin. "Are you protecting me?"Her gaze shifted away, and she ignored his question. "We need to maintain a united image and confirm some details. If they ask us where we traveled to and we end up saying two different places—mmph!"Instantly, her words were swallowed by his lips as he kissed her passionately.She froze for a moment and started to push him away. "Tyler, I'm being serious here..."Tyler, however, grabbed her wrist and pressed her against the office desk, deepening their kiss.After a long while, he finally turned his head to release her temporarily.The lack of oxygen left Vicky panting as she glared at the man before her. "Tyler Hart!""Vicky, I'm very happy," his gaze toward her was profound, sending shivers down her spine.Vicky was taken aback. "You...are happy?"Although they managed to handle the board meeting temporarily, there was hardly anything to be happy about as she knew the others would still find
Tyler glanced at Harry and said, "Tell him that he did well and that I'm doubling his year-end bonus."Harry stared at Tyler, unable to react."About the press conference tomorrow..." Tyler added.Harry flinched and immediately snapped out of it. "Don't worry, Mister Hart. I've made the arrangement. We'll shatter the rumors, and none of the reporters will ask any difficult questions..."Tyler remained calm. "Order the reporters to ask the most provoking questions they can think of.""But..."Tyler narrowed his eyes coldly. "But, what?""Nothing."Harry felt a rush of bewilderment and decided it was best not to say anything, so he left the room with a puzzled expression.Vicky had just made some tea and noticed his odd demeanor. Concerned, she asked, "Harry, what's wrong? Has something happened again?""No, it's nothing..." Harry tried to brush it off, but his appearance suggested otherwise.Vicky probed further, "Did Tyler say something odd to you?""Mister Hart...asked me
[Alright.]Aurora sighed in relief. "Vicky, we've been out for quite a while. Shall we head back?"Vicky glanced at Aurora. "Can we finally go back now?""Yes, we can go back... Huh?" Aurora sensed something was amiss. "Vicky, do you...know something?"Vicky smiled. "Every time I go out with friends, Tyler always bombards me with questions about when I'll be back and insists on picking me up. Strangely, he didn't ask me anything today. Also... I remember that it's my birthday today."Aurora was left speechless as she realized Vicky saw right through her act....By the time they got home, it was starting to get dark outside. Inside the mansion, it was quiet and pitch-black. Suddenly, a warm, yellow candlelight gradually illuminated the darkness, revealing a handsome face."Happy birthday, Vicky," Tyler said.Vicky gazed at the flickering candles, feeling a bit dazed.It was then she remembered that during the early days of their relationship, he had prepared a birthday surpri
Tyler showed great disdain when his wish of getting a daughter was let down. What irritated him most was that this son looked remarkably like him.After recovering from childbirth, Vicky accompanied a newly pregnant Aurora on a shopping trip for baby supplies.Upon hearing Vicky's story, Aurora could not help but ask, "Men are usually happy when they have sons, so why does Tyler prefer daughters?"Vicky sighed. "Tyler says that a family is never really balanced and happy unless they have one son and one daughter."Aurora nodded thoughtfully. "Indeed. Now that you have a son, having a daughter would be perfect. Vicky, have you and Tyler considered responding to the national call and having a third child?"Vicky shook her head. "The last time I gave birth, Tyler wasn't around, so he doesn't know what it was like. This time, he was scared out of his wits and had no intention of having more children. A few days ago, he even underwent a vasectomy."Aurora chuckled. "Daughters may be s
However, everything spiraled out of control.Tyler knew his behavior was despicable, but he could not control his emotions.When he loved, every cell within him longed for her. Every time he came to see her, he told himself it would be the last time. However, he found himself appearing at her house more and more frequently.Tyler knew he was in trouble, and it would not be long before he returned to his former self.Vicky was like a drug to him. Even though he knew that contact with her was toxic, he could not bring himself to let go.He knew she was pregnant with his child, and his most primal desires began to surge, making it impossible for him to resist the urge to make her stay.Vicky listened quietly to his confession, and her heart ached.She could not fight off the urge to hold him; her touch was firm and comforting.He only mentioned a few words about the time he regained consciousness, but Vicky knew he had endured a lot of pain. The fact that he was alive was a miracl
Tyler's lips quivered as if he wanted to say something, but in the end, he fell silent.What was there to say? It was not like he could apologize. The deed had been done, and his apology would not mean anything. Besides, he had no regrets whatsoever.Vicky stared at him. "You tampered with the surveillance, didn't you?""Yes.""And the servants and nannies. They're all under your control, right?"Tyler lowered his gaze. "Yes."Since all of this was real and not a dream, she must have been unconscious when Tyler returned. No matter how soundly she slept, she should have felt something. Since she had to take care of Lufian, she came home every day for meals, so she guessed that something was added to her food.For the past few days, she pretended to eat at home while secretly disposing of her meals. As it turned out, her suspicions were correct.Vicky repeated the question she asked before. "Why didn't you come to me?"Tyler remained silent once again."Did you come here just t
"Are you planning to leave just like that?"The man's body tensed.Click! The desk lamp was turned on, its warm, amber light illuminating the darkness."Why won't you look at me? Are you brave enough to do it but not to admit it?" echoed Vicky's gentle voice.Tyler snapped out of it and instinctively pulled his hand away from hers, ready to escape, only for Vicky's next words to pin him in place."If you leave now, I'll get rid of the baby in me tomorrow."He swiftly froze in place and turned back to her. "What did you just say?"Even though she prepared herself mentally, seeing the shock on his face made Vicky's eyes widen in shock. In an instant, her eyes welled up with tears. "You..."As Tyler met the shock in her eyes, he came to a sudden realization and turned his face away, looking anywhere but at her.When she learned about her pregnancy and knew she had not been dreaming, Vicky had a hunch about who it was that came and went freely into her home. The only one capable o
Vicky began to feel increasingly uneasy. She was pregnant without even knowing who the father was. That had to be one of the most absurd jokes in the world.Aurora, Noah, and the others were bewildered.They knew Vicky's character well, and she was not the type to casually sleep around. Besides, she still had feelings for Tyler, so she would never sleep with another man.Getting drunk was even more out of the question. After all, she was either working or taking care of her child. She had neither the time nor the inclination to go out drinking.Even Vicky herself was bewildered, and her thoughts were in disarray. "I... I don't know."The others exchanged glances, all noticing that Vicky's first instinct was not to terminate the pregnancy."Vicky, go home and think it over carefully. If you need anything, don't hesitate to call us," Aurora said gently.Vicky nodded absently.Back at home, Vicky reviewed the surveillance footage once more.She had watched it numerous times, but
Just then, a dish that Vicky usually enjoyed was brought to the table by the waiter.The aroma filled the air, but Vicky paled instantly. Before anyone could react, she retched and rushed to the bathroom.Everyone exchanged puzzled glances.Cece blinked. "What's wrong with Vicky?"Jennifer furrowed her brow. "Vicky doesn't look well. Is she ill?"The concerned Aurora chimed in, "Ever since Tyler's disappearance, Vicky hasn't been in the best mood. She even suffered from postpartum depression. Let's take her to the hospital after dinner. We can't afford for her to fall ill again."Everyone assumed that something was physically wrong with Vicky, but Noah, who remained silent, spoke up."I remember when Vicky was pregnant last time... She seemed to be very sensitive to certain smells."All eyes turned to Noah.Jennifer's eyes widened. "What are you trying to say, Noah?! You don't mean to suggest that...Vicky might be pregnant, do you?"Under the curious gazes of everyone, Noah c
As Anthony and Jennifer grew up in Lovian, and their families had deep roots there, they had to stay at Lovian as well. However, whenever they had free time, Jennifer often returned to Stoneford City to meet her friends for gatherings and meals.Vicky's birthday was approaching in a few days, and Jennifer came back early for the occasion.Lufian, on the other hand, became the darling of the group, and everyone loved him. Thus, one of the highlights of visiting Zendonia was to see Lufian.On this day, Vicky had some free time and decided to go to the airport to fetch Jennifer.Harvey held Lufian and walked out of Vicky's mansion.He had also come back early to celebrate Vicky's birthday. Like everyone else, he adored Lufian. His priority the moment he returned was to see Lufian, even though Lufian resembled Tyler most uncannily.Harvey carried Lufian and settled into the back seat, preparing to bond with him during the ride. Vicky sat in the driver's seat.Just as they were about
"Lufian is usually very well-behaved. He doesn't cause a fuss and is easy to handle.""Is his name Lufian?""That's right. Lufian Hart."Gloria's gaze flickered briefly but quickly returned to normal. "Have you given him a nickname?""Not yet," Vicky replied.Gloria did not say anything further.After playing with the child for a while, she carefully placed the necklace she had prepared around Lufian's neck.The baby played for a while and soon fell asleep.Gloria then gently returned Lufian to his stroller.Leaving the nursery, Vicky and Gloria engaged in casual conversation. They had no deep-seated grudges, and over time, their past love and hatred gradually faded away.Vicky smiled and remarked, "You seem to really like children. How about having one yourself? A kid would make a good companion for Lufian.""I'd like to, but I haven't found the right person," Gloria lamented.Gloria had been single for years. It was not because she could not forget Tyler or was waiting fo