"Well...""For whatever it's worth, he shouldn't know! Let's keep it a secret until he officially marries Lina!" Jesse always listened to his wife, and this matter was no exception. He would keep it to himself if she didn't allow him to tell others. He would even hold her down on the operating table if she refused treatment to stop the doctors from performing surgery. All he could do now was take care of her and be there for her on this final journey, ensuring she lived a happy and fulfilled life.Jesse's heart ached, and he tightly clenched his fists.Soon, Zuko and Lina arrived. As Lina entered, she sweetly called out, "Mom!"Melissa welcomed her with a smile as if nothing was wrong."I told you there was no need to come and pick me up from the hospital. I've already packed up," Melissa said."It's Zeke who insisted on coming for you!" Lina whispered in Melissa's ear. "How about it? Isn't your son-in-law filial?""Of course!" Melissa patted her face. "You're all good and fil
Three days later, Jesse and Melissa were chauffeured to the airport in luxury cars and guided onto a gleaming private plane by professional and enthusiastic flight attendants. It felt like a dream to them.Little did they know, this was just the beginning of their fantasy.As they entered Hamerton Manor, their words fell short in describing the grandeur before their eyes. The well-dressed butler courteously led the way, and they followed in awe."Honey...""Sweetheart?""Quick, pinch me!""I'm pinching you...""Then why don't I feel any pain?"Jesse was momentarily perplexed before he suddenly felt a burning sensation on the back of his hand! He realized he had been pinching his right hand with his left hand, and he almost let out a yelp!"Dad, mom!" Dave, who followed behind, felt like he was walking on clouds with every step. "Is Lina... marrying into a wealthy family?""I heard my brother-in-law's name isn't Zeke but Zuko Hamerton!"I heard he's a Count in Southeast Aciat
Lina blinked and nodded, her smile light. "Of course.""So, you're okay with having an extra set of parents who dote on you?" Zuko asked."What do you mean?" Lina blushed, grasping his arm and speaking softly. "I know your parents are kind, but I never expected them to love me like their own daughter.""Lina, that's not what I meant..." Zuko paused."I understand! Don't worry," she said mischievously. "I'll respect and honor them as if they were my own parents, no matter what!"Zuko felt a bit helpless, realizing his hints had no effect.Just then, the butler approached respectfully and invited them to the main building.The atmosphere during dinner was relaxed. Initially unsure where to sit, Jesse and Melissa were nervous and struggled to handle their cutlery.But as Cordelia and Zephyr's easy-going nature influenced them, they began to relax, speaking more freely, and their tense expressions eased into smiles.However, there was a mix of flattery and reverence in those smile
"We stole her home back then! In fact, we should've reported it to the police to help find Lina's family after the shipwreck..." Jesse patted her shoulder and sighed."Recently, I've been having nightmares." Melissa choked, her voice trembling. "I dream that Lina hates me, saying that I separated her from her parents...""Don't be foolish!" Jesse hastily said. "Dreams are the opposite of reality!""But this dream reminds me... Have I been too selfish for the past 20 years? Is this illness retribution?""You..."Jesse had never been good at comforting others, and he was afraid that anything he said would be wrong at this critical moment.In fact, there was no one more tormented than him currently.His lifelong companion was terminally ill, and their children were unaware. Every day, he had to put on a brave smile.If they really found Lina's family, he would have to endure the pain of losing his daughter too.Jesse fell silent, tears welling up in his eyes.After a long while,
Zuko was about to reveal the truth when a knock on the door interrupted them. The butler entered with Jesse and Melissa, wearing a smile as he explained, "Mr. and Mrs. Jenner got lost in the garden. We guided them to the guest room, but they insisted on seeing you."Zephyr and Cordelia exchanged polite smiles and gestured for Zuko to leave first.Cordelia poured floral tea for everyone, noticing the perspiration on their foreheads and realizing they must have something important to discuss."Please, speak your mind," she said with a gentle smile. "We're going to be family, no need to be too formal.""In that case, I won't beat around the bush," Melissa said, taking out a photo. It showed the two of them holding a young Lina, taken on a ship with a dock in the background as they were about to buy snacks for her.That act had saved them from their biggest disaster.Cordelia's gaze changed as she saw the face of the little girl, her heart racing.After Pamela disappeared, Linda wou
When Pammy was young, Nicholas appeared stern on the surface, but he actually doted on her tremendously. Every time he hovered over her to take her photos, he would promptly send a copy to Zephyr, forcing the latter to appreciate them together. However, his photography skills were questionable and not really appreciable.This habit continued until it was abruptly interrupted after Pammy's first birthday due to an unexpected incident.Zephyr had carefully kept those photos, and now as he took them out, a mix of emotions washed over him. Especially the photo of Pamela at one year old, dressed in a princess dress made of organza and wearing a small crown, she looked exquisite, lovely, and adorable.He took the photo from Cordelia's hand, examining it several times and confirming that the one Melissa was holding was indeed Pammy!"It's like finding something you've searched for everywhere..." Cordelia murmured, turning to him. "Pammy has actually returned like this...""Yeah, I'm shoc
Renee stood there, staring blankly at the two people who appeared before her as if they were heavenly beings. A mix of emotions overwhelmed her, and tears streamed down her face once again.Renee tried to speak. "Mr. and Mrs. Hamerton, I actually—" "Don't say anything now. It's more urgent to save her," Cordelia interrupted, stepping forward and taking Renee's hand.Renee's small hand felt cold, and she couldn't help but tremble as she suddenly felt a comforting warmth.After all the necessary arrangements were made, Toph stood by Renee's side outside the operating room, silently waiting.Zephyr had already sent the best experts, and Renee's mother would soon be out of danger.Then, Cordelia coughed heavily and shot Toph a meaningful look while Zephyr approached."Toph, call your brother and tell him to come to the hospital immediately!""Uh, well…""Listen carefully. It's your brother!" Cordelia emphasized. "Tell him to come alone!"Toph looked at his parents' troubled face
Cordelia continued, noticing Renee's expression. "Zennie, if she doesn't need a kidney transplant, does that mean she'll recover from her condition soon?""Not so quickly," Zennie replied calmly. "Kidney dysfunction is a chronic and long-term condition that can be quite challenging. Considering the patient's weak physical constitution, we can only manage it through conservative treatments.""Do you have a solution?""Yes." Zennie nodded with a smile. "There's a highly effective drug that has recently been released in Eropah. It has undergone clinical trials and targets this specific condition... However, it comes with a high cost, and the patient's family needs to carefully consider it."Renee moved her lips, appearing troubled.On the side, Cordelia chimed in with a smile. "No worries. If there's an effective drug, we'll find a way to afford it at our joint hospital!""Aunt Cordelia..."Renee's voice choked, looking at Cordelia with a complex expression, unable to find the righ