“Mommy, don’t worry. I will never leave you,” said Alden, who was sitting at the back.Adina was holding onto the steering wheel as she relaxed and smiled, “Al, you don’t have to look at him like he’s your enemy. Duke is your biological father. You should get to know him a little better, and there’s nothing to lose.” “But you’ll be sad.” Al hid the emotion in his gaze as he clenched his fist. “Al, I won’t be. Where do you want to go?” Adina smiled helplessly. When they were at the traffic light, she turned and looked at her as she said gently, “Duke is your and Melody’s father. I’m really happy that he’s decided to protect and look after both of you with me. How can I be sad?” Alden lowered his gaze and did not say anything. ‘If Duke truly loves Mommy, I will accept him into our lives as well.‘But if he were to hurt her in any way, I will never let the Winters family off the hook!’They drove to the Winters family’s mansion. Harold had been waiting at the entrance for a l
Harold recognized the car at the front. Before it stopped, he ran over and opened the backseat door. “Melody, I’ve missed you so much!”He instantly went for a hug. His embrace tightened as the figure was soft and smelled really good. However, he quickly heard an angry voice say, “Harold Winters, let go!”Alden, who was embraced in Harold’s arms, was very upset. Harold instantly let go. “Eh, Alden. Why are you here? Where’s Melody?”At that moment, he heard cute giggles from behind him. He turned and saw Melody coming out of the second car. George had given her a toy rabbit, and she was overjoyed. Harold swiftly ran over and took out the toy cat that he had been carrying. He then said, as if he was giving her a treasure, “Melody, this cat is much cuter than the rabbit. Look, it even makes sounds…”The toy cat meowed when he gave it a little squeeze. Melody giggled even louder. Duke, who had just come out of the car, smiled. He had not heard cheerful laughter like this in
George shifted his cold gaze to Harold. His gaze was so cold that Harold, who had been fake-crying, became overwhelmed and instantly stopped. “Didn’t Melody give you a present before?”When he heard George’s words, Harold quickly replied, “Oh, yes! Melody gave me a present before. It was a drawing by her. I’m the only one who has ever received a present from her. Nobody else got anything from her! I’m the luckiest boy ever! Melody, I love you so much!”Harold was so happy that he gave Melody’s cheek a peck. Duke frowned and pulled Harold back by his collar. He then said coldly, “Don’t kiss Mel ever again.”Harold felt aggrieved as he pouted. “Why?”‘What is life if I can’t even kiss my sister?’Duke said, “You’re a boy, and Mel’s a girl. Boys shouldn’t simply kiss girls.”Harold became speechless. ‘The teacher at school said this before, too. Does that mean I can never kiss Mel from now on?’George did not utter a word. ‘I’ve never kissed her. Does that mean I wouldn’t
Adina unexpectedly bumped into Duke, who was washing the peas. The oil splashed on the back of her hand. She grimaced in pain. Duke hurriedly turned down the fire on the stove, looking extremely worried. “Where did the oil hit you? Are you hurt?” “It’s nothing. I’m fine.”Adina ran the tap water over her hand. After cooking for a long time, she was used to oil splashes. These little burns were nothing to her. However, all of a sudden, a huge, rough hand grabbed her fingertips. “I’ll put on some lotion for you.”She hurriedly pulled her hand back, but she could not break free from his grasp. She said helplessly, “I really don’t need it. Besides, can you even find where I got burnt?”There had been a small red spot when she was burnt. But after running it in the water, it was no longer visible. Duke looked down at the back of her hand. After looking at it carefully and not seeing any wounds, he let go of her hand. Adina was blushing just because he held her fingertips.
Adina stood in front of the tap and washed her hands. The kitchen was filled with the sound of running water. She lowered her gaze and looked at her hand before she spoke again, “I won’t let go of the four children, and I won’t marry into the Winters family because of them.”Duke looked at the side of her face. Her eyelashes cast a shadow over her eyes and hid her emotions away. He could not figure out what was on her mind. He pursed his lips and asked softly, “Why?”Adina wiped her hands. She slowly looked up. Her lips were downturned, making her look fierce.‘There are some things that I just don’t want to bring up. ‘But he almost kissed me just now. There was a strong sense of predation in his gaze. ‘It reminds me of what happened that night five years ago…‘At first, I resisted and struggled with all my strength, but it was all in vain. In the end, I was ruthlessly plowed by him. ‘It was the most depressing night I’ve ever had. ‘I still feel disgusted every time
This was the trauma left by the incident five years ago. Duke said in a low voice, “If I had a choice, I wish our first night together had not caused so much damage.” Adina lowered her head. The corners of her mouth stretched into a bitter smile. How much did she wish that night had not happened? How much did she wish she had gotten married and had children like everyone else? How much did she wish her four children were born into this world normally? How much did she wish they were born into a complete and happy family? “Daddy, Mommy, what are you doing?” Harold’s voice suddenly came from beside them. Adina snapped out of her thoughts. She turned around and saw the children and their fluffy heads peeking through the kitchen door. Each child’s face was filled with bemusement. She quickly took a step back and curled her lips up into a smile. “Dinner is ready. Come in and help serve the food and set the table.” George led his three siblings in, and each child took a p
After Adina left with the children, the initially lively living room became quiet and gloomy. Harold was sulking on the couch as he played with the Legos and puzzles that Melody had not finished putting together. George raised his head and walked to Duke’s side. He asked indifferently, “Daddy, did you make Mommy angry?” Duke frowned. “What makes you say that?” “Mommy’s mood has been a little off since she came out of the kitchen. I thought Mommy was too tired, but during dinner just now, Mommy did not say a word to you.” George continued. “Did you say something harsh to Mommy?” Duke pinched his brows. “It’s some adult stuff. It’s too complicated for a kid to understand.” He did something terrible five years ago. On that night, he had been so drunk and confused that he could not remember what he had done. He would never have let Trent get him drunk if he had known it would end up like this today. However… Duke smiled a little. If that incident had not occurred that
He glanced at the note. It was an English name, Catherine. He remembered it now. It had been at his mother’s birthday party a few days ago. Catherine had sent someone over to deliver the birthday gift, so he added Catherine as a Facebook friend. He had sent someone to check on Catherine’s background a long time ago. She was already a well-known psychiatrist overseas, despite her young age. It was said that she could be ranked in the top three when it came to this line of work in Australia. Duke thought about it for a moment before he finally clicked on the chat box to message Catherine. He sent her a greeting emoji. She quickly replied, “I thought you had deleted me, Mr. Winters. Turns out that you hadn’t.” “I have a friend who wants some consultation on a mental health issue.” Duke pondered over it for quite a while before he sent that message to her. In the next second, Catherine sent a smiley face over with a witty message. “Many people who come to me for a consultatio
The screen was full of comments like, “I can’t accept this sadness.”When the host saw the audience overreacting, he smiled to smooth out the situation and said, “Have you forgotten? Ninian just said that she wanted to announce some good news!”His words reminded everyone at the venue.With that, almost everyone held their breath and listened to her.“Everett and I will be holding a wedding soon!”“What?!”“Ah! Awesome! The day has finally come!”“Sob! Ninian and Everett finally have a happy ending! I’m going to cry! They’re my youth! I’ve witnessed love that has gone the distance!”“You have my blessings! You have to be happy for the rest of your lives!”Their cheers grew louder and louder, almost overturning the whole award hall.Everett was standing backstage. When Ninian saw the scene, she turned back, looked into his eyes, and smiled.They were finally getting married.The eighth of September was a good day for their wedding.The headlines in the entertainment section
The Winters family fell silent again.Among the three sisters-in-law, Lana was already so moved that she wept. Raina and Nerola were stronger, but their eyes turned red too.The Winters brothers, who were initially touched, instantly appeared dissatisfied as a result.They were actually moved and crying for other men? Women, you were playing with fire!Naturally, the Winters brothers did not have a chance to vent their anger because Duke had already stood up.He walked to the similarly outstanding young men, who were standing side by side, and patted their shoulders. At this moment, he seemed to age a little. He did not look like the overlord who dominated the business industry in the past.“From now on, I’ll leave my two babies to you.”When Brooklyn and Everett heard this, they were taken aback, but their eyes were soon filled with excitement.Before they could respond, Duke had already walked far away. Meanwhile, Adina got up abruptly to accompany him.She turned back and l
“Uncle Duke,” Brooklyn and Everett greeted Duke at the same time.Brooklyn was older, so he moved a step forward first and said, “Uncle Duke, this is something that I prepared three years ago. All properties under my name, including shares that aren’t limited to the family business, properties, estates, stocks, etc… were transferred to Mel three years ago. Whether in the past or in the future, everything I have, including my life, will belong to her.”Melody was shocked when he said that.All his properties had been transferred to her? He never mentioned anything to her. He just silently gave her everything.“Daddy…” Melody looked at Duke, and her clear gaze was filled with helplessness which was rare.Brooklyn was the only person, other than her family, who was willing to sacrifice everything for her.Such love that was enthusiastic, reserved, hidden, yet deep and long-lasting made her heart seize.George took the documents from Brooklyn and passed them to Duke.Duke flipped t
At the same time, Alden replied to her.“Daddy and Mommy are just in the next city. The journey will take two hours.”Melody was speechless. She was right!There was murderous intent on the indifferent and delicate girl’s face.Good! Great! She wanted to see where her father could hide this time!When Ninian came out after putting her makeup on, it was still early. There were still two hours before the ceremony’s banquet.There was still half an hour left before her father came home. At this time, Melody secretly called Everett and Brooklyn to come over. They were fully prepared, and they just waited for Duke to return home.At the side, George, Raina, Harold, Lana, Alden, and Nerola were watching the show.After the Winters sisters worked hard, the three of their sisters-in-law were successfully bribed to support them to get married as soon as possible.Even the three of their henpecked brothers also took their sides.Now, the Winters siblings had everything ready. They we
Her words were audible in the live stream, and they instantly caused a big fuss.[Ninian has a kid!][Is “the Everett” a dad now?][Sob! I knew that they secretly got married!][How could they not live broadcast my husband and wife’s wedding?]The comments on the screen kept moving, while Ninian was clueless on the other side.She just said, “It’s our baby. Please make the necessary arrangements, thank you.”The comments became more frenzied.[?][!]A series of symbols occupied the whole screen. After Ninian hung up, they were still rolling.The netizens were worked up.By the time the venue’s staff realized this, it had become the top trending topic.[#The Everett and Ninian secretly got married!][#Baby Ninian has a kid!][#The Everett is a father now!]Crazy, screaming fans filled the bottom of the screams.The couple had been together for so long, and the fans had gotten used to them from not accepting them at the beginning.After all, Ninian grew up quickly befo
There was also “as long as a woman had a stable job and strong support from her family, she would be happy and relaxed even if she stayed single for her whole life.”She could go on.Besides, what was more cunning about Duke was that he would never post the quotes using his own account. He would use his wife’s, Adina’s WhatsApp, to post inspirational quotes and links every time.In the beginning, it caused the Winters siblings to panic for a time, and they thought that their mother opposed their marriage.They sighed in relief only after Alden unintentionally hacked his father’s account. He realized that his father had found the posts and forwarded them to his mother before posting them using his mother’s phone.It was fine. It was normal for the father-in-law to trouble his sons-in-law.It was the same theory as the mother-in-law having conflicts with her daughters-in-law.However, the roles changed in their family. It was the father who was being antagonistic toward the daught
Reverie’s smile was sincere and genuine.She initially helped Ninian only because she thought that Ninian was great. Besides, Ninian said she wanted to rely on herself before the casting, which also impressed and moved her.Unexpectedly, she gave herself an opportunity with her unintentional act. That made Reverie feel blessed and surprised.Hearing what she said, Ninian felt warm and comforted.Everyone thought that the entertainment industry was filthy and full of schemes.In reality, there were many people who pursued their dreams and worked very hard there. There were also many people who helped and supported each other.When there were people, there would be competition, but there would also be warmth and sincerity.Ninian filmed her scenes in an orderly manner.As for the Winters siblings, their relationships also developed smoothly.George had happily begun preparing for his wedding. Raina was not a pretentious person either, and the couple had discussions about how the
However, to the surprise of those haters, Ninian, who was acting for the first time, not only did not drop the ball on any of her performances in the Oscar-level mission, but she also managed to portray her own charm and personality in the character very well.From her gentleness and firmness at the start to the grandeur during the protest to her enthusiasm and passion even when captured by the enemy and taken to the execution ground, her character arc represented the experiences of countless revolutionary predecessors.She had absorbed the spirits of many ancestors into her body. Seeing her alone demonstrated the bravery and unstoppable power of Cairnstan’s youth.Before she was executed, she looked at the rising sun and showed a gentle and firm smile.In the end, gunshots rang out, and her body dropped to the ground. However, the sun rose all the way and illuminated the earth.Numerous people were moved and went wild at the scene where she smiled. It was not until everyone’s e
“What? What turn of events?” Nilson immediately asked. “We have defenders!”“Defenders? What defenders? Are you talking about soccer now?” With wide eyes, Nilson asked.“No, not those types of defenders! What I mean is that someone stepped in and is explaining on Ms. Winters’ behalf! But it’s not one of our people. It’s defenders from outside!” explained the staff. “What?” Nilson immediately stood up. “Let me see!”The staff quickly handed the phone over to him, and the website page on the screen kept on refreshing. [@ActressReverieWood: “I’ve worked with the Winters family’s little princess before. She has a lovely personality. She’s soft-spoken and well-behaved, and she has no temper at all. What surprised me the most was her acting skills. She was a rookie who was full of presence, and she could easily blend into the concept. Most actors, including myself, admire someone as talented as her.]A few short clips were attached under the tweet, all of which were from the show,