It was just a topic to chat about with her granddaughter-in-law.“I think they’re the same person. They even hired a fake to pretend to be Carrie, and had Mrs. Longbottom appear before me right afterward to dispel my doubts. Their target seems to be Serenity, but since I know Carrie the best, they had no choice but to involve me.”Serenity would only dispel her skepticism if Camryn’s suspicions were dispelled seeing that they were biological sisters.“I just wanted to talk to Serenity and analyze things. It feels like they have a huge plot going on behind the scenes, but since they’re not in a hurry, we don’t need to rush either. So, I came over again this morning, but I didn’t expect Serenity had already left.” Camryn was envious. “I want to go on holiday with a kid too, but unfortunately, I don’t have a nephew.”She had a sister, but Carrie was unmarried and childless, so she did not have a nephew yet. However, even if Carrie married and had children in the future, she probably
“Let’s have a seat there and a nice chat.”Grandma May pointed at a summer house nearby. Camryn agreed and walked toward the summer house with her. Once seated, Grandma May held Camryn’s hand and said lovingly, “You must feel a lot of pressure being a missus of the York family, right? There’ll always be people watching what you do. “Not many people will praise you when you do well, but countless people will criticize you for a single mistake.“If your privacy isn’t secure, some people can easily find out what you’re doing and make up stories. That’ll bring you all fame, certainly, but a lot of unnecessary trouble as well.”Camryn remained silent for a moment before saying, “I’m doing fine, Nana. I did feel stressed at first, but that was because I was still blind. I kept thinking I didn’t deserve Callum.“Although I seemed unaffected by what others said about me behind my back, I felt depressed.“It was the same as how Serenity was anxious and tense when she could not get pr
Aunt Evelyn had also advised Camryn to accept Callum if she truly loved him and that she would regret it if she let him slip past. Every one of the York men received the same education and was equally loyal and devoted to their partners. Once they fell in love, it would be for a lifetime.“I know. Our family is just too famous.”Grandma May patted the back of Camryn’s hand. Camryn smiled and said, “That was in the past, Nana. I don’t feel any pressure or inferiority now. I used to think I was just lucky when Callum chose me.“Now I realize I must’ve had some qualities that made you choose me for Callum.“You only gave him a candidate, and it was up to him to decide if he wanted to pursue me. Ultimately, he chose to take action. He decided to learn more about me and develop a relationship with me. After a year, I believe that he truly loves me.“Therefore, I didn’t only regain my confidence after being able to see again but also because I think I’m good enough for Callum.“I
Grandma May smiled. “I don’t care what other people say. They are my grandsons. I raised them and painstakingly nurtured them with their grandfather. I know their personality and what kind of girl suits them more than anyone else.“I just want my grandsons to be happy. Which of the ladies I chose for them isn’t outstanding?“The outsiders always say Seren isn’t good enough for Zack. However, it hasn’t been that long since she joined the York family. Look at her abilities. Is Zack really out of her league?”Grandma May was biased toward Serenity all along. She said, “I feel grateful to Seren for marrying Zack. Otherwise, he might really stay single for the rest of his life with his terrible temper.“Even the psychic had said Zack and Seren are meant to be husband and wife.“It must’ve been the good fortune they’ve accumulated in their past lives. I simply brought them together as they were destined to.”Grandma May disagreed with the saying that she had forced Zachary to marry S
Grandma May simply had too many grandsons. “No. Nana didn’t say anything bad about you. You shouldn’t think of Nana that way.”Camryn flashed a smile at Grandma May as she spoke to Callum. Grandma May deliberately raised her voice. “Callum loved wetting the bed when he was young, Camryn. He still did it even when he was five or six years old. He always said he was looking for a bathroom in his dreams and only cared about relieving himself once he found one.”“Nana!” Callum yelled into the phone. “I, I was still a kid at that time.”Callum defended himself. Well, out of all the York boys, he did wet himself the most. The others no longer wet the bed after their first steps and syllables. They would use the bathroom before bedtime and sleep soundly through the night. On the other hand, Callum had to drink water before he slept, but he would not go to the bathroom. Therefore, he often wetted the bed. Nevertheless, five or six years old was still a child. It was not as
Of course, Camryn loved her husband. She said, “You should go on with your work. I’ll accompany Nana on a stroll to unwind. She got embarrassed by someone’s comment earlier.”Grandma May was speechless. Callum burst out laughing. However, he knew not to ask what comment it was. He did not want his nana to expose more of his embarrassing stories. After the call ended, he put his phone down and took a few sips of tea. Before he could place the cup back on his desk, someone knocked on the door. Callum said, “Come in.”Dylan marched in through the door. When Callum saw him, he put the cup on the table and smiled faintly. “Well, well. To what do I owe this pleasure?”“Ah, you’ve wounded me, Callum. I’m your brother.”Dylan walked over and sat opposite Callum. They were born to the same mother. Callum chuckled. “Is that so? I guess you want my help. Otherwise, I won’t even see you around. Even River drops by to visit me sometimes.”All three of Rosella’s sons had started wor
“There are too many!” Dylan exclaimed.Callum snapped, “Do you still think we’re free? You’re the only one who’s relaxed here. Zachary and I can’t even have a moment’s rest.”“I’m not free. I’m busy too.”“I don’t see you being busy.”Dylan was speechless. Of course, his brothers could not see him being busy. He was not even working at the headquarters. Well, it was his fault for running his mouth and saying he was bored. Why did he not just reveal his reason for being there?“Zachary has it worse,” said Callum.Zachary was the core of York Corporation. Although he did not need to oversee minor things, he still had to handle many major tasks. York Corporation was huge, and his to-do list was packed every day. He had endless meetings and business engagements. Before Zachary and Callum married their wives, they often attended events until late at night. Getting home before eleven at night was considered early for Zachary in the past. After getting married, their priorit
Dylan said, “There are times when I have to seek my sisters-in-law’s help because you and Zachary aren’t good at certain things.“Serenity has gone to FC Manor, while Hayden hasn’t married into the family. I’m not close to Hayden either. On the other hand, Camryn is the wife of my biological brother. Can’t I seek her help sometimes?”To be specific, Serenity was his cousin’s wife. Camryn was his actual sister-in-law. Dylan scoffed. “Camryn doesn’t know the woman you like. She hasn’t even met her before and won’t be of help to you. You shouldn’t disturb her. You can share your problems with me. If I think Camryn can be of help, then I’ll inform her.”“It’s not about my little fox. It’s Sugar. Camryn knows her. They probably still keep in touch. That girl gets friendly with someone really quickly. She became close to Serenity and Camryn. I feel like she’s thick-skinned and an expert at mooching off someone. Callum took a while to recall who Sugar was after searching his brain’s da
Despite this, lying in bed and enduring the pain, Caroline could not help but start to cry, feeling deeply wronged.When Darren came in and saw her crying, he walked over, sat on the edge of the bed, and gently wiped her tears with a tissue.“They’re not worth your tears,” he said, his heart aching for her.Caroline sat up and buried herself in his arms. “Darren, you’re all I have now.”Darren held her tightly, his voice filled with tenderness. “I’ll always be by your side, no matter what happens, Ms. Caroline. Even if the sky falls, I’ll hold it up for you.“If you’re really hurting and need to cry, then cry. Let it all out.”It would also help her sever ties with the past and the family bonds that had caused her so much pain.Caroline did cry—a long, cathartic cry. It would be the last time. From now on, she and the Clarks would go their separate ways.Meanwhile, Hunter went to Justin’s house and called Jason’s wife, Ellie, over. He said to his two daughters-in-law, “By no
After a moment of silence, Hunter repeated the same line. “But you didn’t die, did you? You only got a little hurt, and it’s not even serious.”Caroline almost laughed in anger at this.Sure, she had not died. She had only been injured. Did that erase the fact that her brothers had tried to kill her, though?She retorted, “Dad, if I had tried to kill your three sons, but they didn’t die and only got a little hurt, would you say the same thing to them? Would you tell them it’s just a family dispute, ask them to forgive me, not to sue me, and not to send me to jail?”Hunter instinctively replied, "If you had the intent to kill, how could I let you continue down that path? Of course, I’d have to let you serve a few years in prison…“Carol, I’m old, really old. I only have the boys to rely on in my old age. Are you trying to leave me with no one to depend on in my later years?”Caroline said coldly, “I’ll provide for your living expenses. I’ll make sure you don’t starve. You can even
Darren did not let go even after being struck.Seeing Darren get hit, Caroline’s expression darkened. She coldly said to her father, “Dad, if you really want to kneel, go kneel at the hospital entrance and shout at the top of your lungs that your daughter is unfilial.“Tell everyone that your sons tried to kill your daughter, and your daughter refuses to forgive them, so you’re kneeling there to force her to forgive your sons.“Let’s see if I give in.”Hunter stopped struggling. After slapping Darren, he felt a pang of fear. He was afraid Caroline might retaliate by slapping him to avenge Darren. Fortunately, while Caroline was furious, she did not lay a hand on him.He began to cry. “Carol…” He wept bitterly.Darren released him, and Hunter sat on the sofa, sobbing, “Carol, I’m old. I have no income, my parents are long gone, and your mother is no longer here. I only have your three brothers to rely on.“If you send all three of them to prison, what will happen to me? Who w
Caroline hummed. “I do plan to visit Wiltspoon to see her sometime soon. I just don’t know if I’ll be kicked out when I get there.”“And I should visit Mr. Foster too. How is he, by the way?" Patrick was the longest-living person she had ever met. Back when she lived with her adoptive family in the countryside, the oldest people in town usually lived into their eighties, and few made it to ninety. Patrick was nearly a hundred years old. What was more, he could walk without support and even travel long distances with his old friends.Liberty replied, “He’s doing quite well. Aunt Audrey accompanies him on walks every day. When they don’t go out, he sits by the cradle and watches baby Elias for hours on end.”The bond between generations was strong. When Patrick looked at Clive’s son, Elias, he felt like he was looking at his great-grandson. As Tiara’s great-grandson, Elias was naturally like his own great-grandson, too.“Dr. Carden comes by periodically to check on him and adjus
Liberty had already called Audrey to inform her about what had happened and also mentioned it to Serenity.Knowing the Clark brothers had all been captured, Serenity felt thoroughly relieved and stopped worrying that her sister would run into trouble in Jensburg.She told Zachary that Caroline never let people down.Zachary did not comment.Caroline’s fever had completely subsided, but her coughing had worsened. The doctor had changed her prescription, but the effects were not immediate.When Liberty entered, Caroline was out of bed and walking around, supported by Darren.“Caroline, why are you out of bed?”Liberty scolded her, “Get back in bed and lie down. You’re injured. If you don’t rest properly and keep moving around, you’ll aggravate your wounds, and you’ll regret it.”She did not blame Darren, though. She knew Caroline always came first to him. He always followed her lead and was unable to influence her decisions.“I’ve been lying down all day. My back is sore, and I’m
The housekeeper replied, “Yes, sir.”They did not have much work in the first place, so they did not need to slack off. Once they were done with their work, they had tons of time to entertain themselves.Hunter rushed out the door with his car keys. Despite being over seventy years old, his driving skills were still quite good. Not needing to hire a driver, he drove himself straight to Jensburg.Upon arriving at the city, Hunter did not immediately go looking for Caroline. He was unaware that she had been injured.Instead, he went to meet his old friends to ask them to help him find out if anything had happened in relation to the Fisher family last night.After he finished speaking, one of his friends said, “We were about to ask you the same thing. Your three sons attacked your daughter with knives and even kidnapped her, intending to chop her up and feed her to the fish.“Luckily, that Mr. Fletcher, who works for your daughter, arrived with the police and rescued her, but she wa
The Queen family was well-educated and had few members. Sophia had heard of other families fighting over power, but Caroline’s experience shocked her the most. Maybe it was because the Queens was close to her. Sophia quite liked Caroline as well. “How could they… You’re their biological sister!”Caroline smiled bitterly. “Are you having a fever, Carol? Your face is red.”Sophia touched Caroline’s forehead. She said, “You’re burning up. Have you informed the doctor, Mr. Fletcher?”Darren replied, “The fever started at dawn. Ms. Caroline caught a cold. Her fever subsided after taking medication once, but it returned.“It’s time for her to take her medicine.”Sophia spotted the lunch boxes. She told Darren, “Go have your lunch, Mr. Fletcher. I can look after Carol.”“It’s okay, Mrs. Queen. I can eat on my own,” said Caroline embarrassedly. It was her first time feeling cared for by someone her mother’s age. Although Sophia was not part of her family, the lady treated her
Caroline looked toward Darren. She said, “In my younger days, I often caught colds and coughs when the weather was too cold. The coughing will last throughout the changing of seasons. Therefore, I’ve been looking after my health since I grew up.“My immune system strengthened a lot. I haven’t been coughing for years.“I’m not worried.”Caroline stared at Darren lovingly. “I have nothing to be worried about with you here.”Darren pinched her face lightly with affection. “I’m still sulking. I didn’t want you to risk yourself, yet I couldn’t stop you. I’ll only feel better once you recover.”He was Caroline’s assistant and had to heed her orders. Even if they were dating, he still had to follow her arrangements.“Okay. Don’t be angry. I won’t take risks like this again in the future. You’ll age quickly if you get angry frequently. If that happens, your hair might turn gray before I even grow old.“We promised to grow old together.”Under Caroline’s gentle coaxing, Darren’s expre
Darren became an orphan when he was only a few years old. After losing everything, he was collected and trained by the training center to be an all-rounder assistant. He could not remember how he lost his parents as he was too young back then. Since he had no memories, there was no pain.Nevertheless, he had seen others interacting with their parents. He knew parents should love their children. There were not many parents who would not shower their children with love. Ms. Caroline was too unlucky to have met one. “I don’t care. I don’t care about my dad at all.”Caroline asked, “Has my dad asked you to give him money? He doesn’t need money. He just wants to know about his sons’ conditions.“Having lived for so many years, he was probably aware of the consequences of his sons’ plan and had advised them not to do it. They didn’t listen to him, so he’s just hoping to get lucky and waiting for some news.”Hunter must have known that her brothers were going to murder her. Sinc