Monica said, “There happens to be a date in early summer, around May...”Just as the two families were discussing the wedding date, Kyle, who had been silent all this while, suddenly stood up and said coldly, “Mom, Dad, Uncle Klay, and Aunt Jane, I won’t marry Ms. Xepher.”With that simple sentence, the five people’s expressions changed.Floyd smacked the table and scolded with a stern face, “You little brat, do you know what you’re saying?”Monica pulled her son’s sleeve and lowered her voice. “Kyle, what kind of joke are you making?”“Mom, you should know that I’m not the kind to make jokes randomly.”Kyle looked at his mother, then turned to the Xephers. “When I returned to the old residence last time, I already told Ms. Xepher that I won’t marry her. Considering her dignity, I asked her to propose canceling the engagement, and she agreed.“However, Ms. Xepher then used the excuse that the Xephers are handling an important project now and asked me to temporarily postpone canc
Hearing such harsh words from her husband, Monica hurriedly persuaded her son. “Kyle, you’ve always had a steady head. Why are you so stubborn this time? We’re doing this for your own good. Just what is so good about that girl...”Kyle interrupted his mother’s words and said, “Mom, Zoe is good. I’ve made up my mind. In this lifetime, I’ll only marry her.”Upon hearing this, Floyd’s expression turned ashen. “You want to marry her?! Don’t even think about it! She won’t take one step into the Goodman residence unless I’m dead!”“Kyle, do you want to anger me and your dad to death for that woman?”Monica was also angry. She could not understand what spell that woman cast over Kyle to make him like her so much.“Even if I don’t marry Zoe, I won’t marry Ms. Xepher either.”Jane’s expression darkened, and she said coldly, “Kyle, I’m not trying to lecture you, but you’re a bit ungrateful. My Melanie is outstanding whether it’s her appearance, knowledge, or capabilities. Moreover, she has
“Mabes, it’s getting dark. Why hasn’t Ky come to bring me home yet? He should have finished work by this time. Do you think... He doesn’t want me anymore?”As Zoe spoke, large tears welled up in her eyes and fell down her cheeks.Mable’s heart ached. She quickly put down the stuff in her hand and ran over to hug Zoe.“Don’t cry, Zoe. This is your home now. I’ll take care of you...”Zoe cried, “But I want Ky...”Mable stroked her head tenderly, wishing for Zoe to recover her memories this instant. That way, she would stop loving that scumbag.“I don’t need anything, but I can’t lose Ky.”Her heart broke when she thought of Kyle not wanting her anymore.Mable hugged her and patted her back, comforting her. “Zoe, maybe you’ll find someone better than Kyle in the future.”A scumbag like Kyle was not worthy of Zoe at all!Zoe shook her head forcefully in Mable’s embrace. “Ky is the best. I don’t want anyone else...”Mable’s heart ached when she watched Zoe cry so pitifully, yet w
Faced with Zoe’s tearful plea, Mable could not bear to refuse.Blair also needed to go to the Goodman Residence, so they decided to bring Zoe along.Along the way, Zoe stared nervously out of the car window, wishing the driver could drive as fast as a plane.Mable held Zoe’s cold hand and comforted her. “Don’t worry, Zoe. Kyle will be fine.”Zoe did not speak and silently shed tears.To comfort her, Mable suddenly thought of something and opened the car’s glove box.“What are you looking for?” Blair asked.“I left a blank checkbook in the car last time... Found it.”Mable picked up a pen, signed her name on a check, tore it off, and handed it to Zoe.“Take this, Zoe. If Kyle’s parents try to use money to humiliate you and force you to leave him again, you can throw this check in their faces. Tell them that I have plenty of money. Supporting their son is not a problem!”Blair was speechless.His lips twitched as he looked at Mable in exasperation.Zoe sniffed and took the ch
When she smiled, her eyes were even more dazzling than the stars in the sky...A smile appeared on Kyle’s lips at the thought of Zoe.Mable and the others arrived at the backyard and instantly saw Kyle kneeling not far away.He had his back turned, and it was covered in blood.Mable sucked in a cold breath when she saw this scene. The Goodmans’ punishment was serious. It was no wonder Kyle’s assistant had to call Blair for help.Before Mable could recover from the shock, she suddenly felt Zoe pulling away from her.“Zoe!”Zoe ran toward Kyle before Mable could react.“Stop! Stop it! Ky!”Zoe was terrified. Kyle was bleeding too much. He might die...When she saw the person raise the whip again, she rushed forward without any regard.Kyle thought that he was hallucinating Zoe’s voice calling him.The next second, someone suddenly hugged him from behind.The punisher did not expect someone to rush over suddenly and tried to stop, but it was too late.Smack!The whip fell h
The private doctor of the Goodman family, Michael, arrived promptly. Mable was in the bedroom, tending to Zoe's injuries, while Michael attended to Kyle's wounds outside.Blair sat on the couch downstairs, glancing nonchalantly at the Goodmans, eventually gazing at Kyle's father."Uncle, the Goodman family matters are not within my purview, but my company has been quite busy recently, and I can't do without Kyle, my right-hand man. So, I hope you can be lenient considering my request," Blair calmly stated.Kyle's father sighed, regretting his earlier actions. He had thought that a few lashes would be enough to make Kyle yield, but little did he know that Kyle endured seven of them. As a father, seeing his only son subjected to such punishment gave him heartache."This boy is getting out of hand as he grows older. He's becoming more unruly!" Kyle's father remarked.Blair smiled and responded, "Uncle, you should find solace in Kyle being a responsible and principled young man. I
Floyd let out a sigh. The situation had escalated to a point where he understood that Kyle would never marry Melanie. The best decision was to cancel the engagement and spare Melanie more trouble.Floyd felt guilty and said, "Klay and Melanie, I apologize sincerely. We, as a member of the Goodman family, didn't handle this matter well. I will make it up to both of you in the future. I hope this incident won't affect the friendship between our families.""Floyd, you're being too hard on yourself. We can remain close friends even if we do not become in-laws." Klay assured him."That's right." Floyd agreed.Klay got up and bid farewell. "It's getting late. Floyd, Master Blair, we'll take our leave now."Melanie, feeling upset, glanced toward the upstairs before leaving with her parents.Once they were in the car, Melanie was displeased as she looked at her father. "Dad, why did you agree to cancel the engagement?"Her father furrowed his brow and replied, "Melanie, you saw Kyle woul
Kyle anxiously waited outside the bedroom. The memory of Zoe rushing to shield him from the whip haunted him. He felt more anguish about it than the pain inflicted on his back. Monica stood by the door, alternating between watching the doctor tend to his injuries and worrying about Zoe's well-being.Finally, the bedroom door opened, and Mable emerged. Kyle asked nervously, "Mable, how is Zoe?"Mable replied, "She's awake, and I've treated her wounds. But she's frail at the moment, and she needs some rest.""I want to see her," Kyle said, eager to check on Zoe.However, Michael, the doctor, tried to stop him. “Young Master, wait. Your injuries were not fully treated yet.”Mable raised her hand to stop Kyle from entering and said concernedly, "Let's take care of your injuries properly before you see her. We don't want her to worry when she sees your wounds."Monica chimed in. "Yes, dear. Please don't rush. Let Michael finish treating your injuries."Kyle then looked at Michael an
“Arthur proposed to Tracey?!”In the afternoon, Tracey posted several photos of her and Arthur in a hot air balloon. In one of the photos, she held a bouquet with a dazzling ring on her ring finger.[Yes, I do.]That was the caption.Blair hugged Mable and nodded with a smile. “Yeah, Arthur proposed to her today. Trace called to say they’ll prepare for the wedding after they return from their trip.”“That’s great!”Mable was sincerely happy for Tracey and Arthur.She asked Blair, “Do they have any ideas for the wedding? We can help them prepare in advance.”Blair said, “We can call Trace and ask.”Mable looked at the time. It was midnight in Monafett, and she did not want to disturb them by calling at this hour. She smiled and said, “I’ll call her tomorrow.”Getting two good news in a row today made Mable feel particularly good. After dinner, she could not help but want to drink some wine to celebrate.Blair had not drunk for a long time, either. Seeing her in high spirits,
Kyle stared into Zoe’s eyes. He had indeed noticed it, but he was not sure yet.However, when Zoe called him by his full name, he was completely certain.Zoe had regained her memories.From the moment she woke up, her emotions had been off. Even Monica noticed something wrong with her, so how could he not have seen it?Kyle looked at Zoe, reaching out to brush the hair by her temples. “It’s been a long time since you called me that.”Zoe had not called him since waking up, but as soon as she did, she called him Kyle instead of Ky. He knew then she must have remembered everything.Although Kyle knew that this day would come sooner or later, he did not expect her to regain her memories at this moment.He was completely unprepared and caught off guard.Zoe lowered her head. “That’s what I used to call you, but you tricked me into calling you Ky.”She remembered everything as soon as she woke up.The events that happened when she had forgotten felt like a dream, too surreal to be
Kyle named the baby Six not only because he was born at 6 pounds and 6 ounces but also because June 6th was the day they first met.He would always remember the scene when he first saw Zoe, even though their relationship started with deception, manipulation, and even revenge.Kyle caressed Zoe’s cheek and said, “Zoe, I’ve never told you this, but I fell in love with you the moment I saw you. It was love at first sight.“I want you to stay by my side forever and let me stay by your side forever. I’ll never let you go again in this lifetime.”Zoe’s eyes slowly reddened as she listened to Kyle’s heartfelt words.Indeed, she never knew he fell in love with her at first sight...They both did.Kyle gently wiped away her tears. “Zoe, I promise you. We’ll only part in death, never in life.”Zoe choked and nodded, burying her face in his chest as she cried.In her arms, Six seemed to sense his mother’s emotions and moved restlessly.Zoe quickly comforted him.“Let me.” Kyle took the
At the hospital. When Zoe woke up again, it was already the next morning.As soon as she opened her eyes, she saw Kyle sitting by her bedside.Kyle noticed her waking up and quickly held her hand. “Zoe, you’re awake. How do you feel?”Zoe stared at the man in front of her and blinked, feeling shocked.When she did not answer, Kyle immediately became nervous. “What’s wrong? Do you feel uncomfortable anywhere?”Zoe remained silent and continued to stare at him. Her eyes gradually turned red, and her nose tingled with a strong sense of sourness.Kyle’s heart clenched at the sight. “Zoe, don’t scare me like this. Zoe...”He was getting anxious and was just about to call the doctor when she suddenly grabbed his hand. “I... I’m okay. I just had a nightmare. I’m a bit groggy after waking up.”Kyle hugged her, his warm hand gently patting her back. “It’s okay. I’ve been by your side all along.”Zoe buried her face in his shoulder, softly humming without saying anything.At that mom
“I see.”Outside the delivery room, Kyle’s family and the others were still waiting anxiously.Close to midnight, the door finally opened, and the nurse carried the baby out.“It’s a boy. Both mother and son are safe.”Everyone breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this.Before long, Zoe was pushed out. Monica checked on the baby before hurriedly walking to Zoe’s side and taking her hand. “Zoe, you did so well.”“I’m okay, Mom.”Zoe was still very weak after just giving birth, and her voice was weak. Monica immediately told her husband to call the servants to brew a tonic and sent it over.Mable walked to Zoe and felt her heart ache when she saw the latter’s pale face, but she smiled and said, “Congratulations, Zoe.”Zoe smiled, no longer having the strength to speak.Blair and Solomon congratulated Kyle.Kyle nodded, not paying attention to them, and took Zoe back to the ward with the nurse.Zoe was a first-time mother, so she was extremely exhausted after giving birth an
As soon as Mable learned that Zoe was about to go into labor, she rushed to the hospital immediately. It was late at night, and Blair was worried, so he accompanied her.When the two arrived at the hospital, Zoe had already been taken into the delivery room. Kyle followed her in, but his parents waited anxiously outside.Mable looked at Monica and Floyd and asked, “Isn’t Zoe’s due date still about ten days away? Why did it suddenly come early?”Monica said, “We’re not sure, either. After dinner tonight, Zoe said her stomach was hurting. Kyle helped her upstairs to rest, but not long after, he called for someone to prepare the car to go to the hospital...”Seeing Mable stare anxiously at the delivery room, Blair held her hand and comforted her. “Don’t worry. Zoe has been healthy her whole pregnancy. There shouldn’t be any problems.”Mable nodded. “Yeah, I hope both the mother and child are safe.”Soon, Solomon and Ines also arrived.Solomon greeted Kyle’s parents and asked, “How
Without saying anything, Solomon placed his behind Ines’ head and kissed her.Ines wrapped her arms around his waist...Knock, knock!The untimely sound of knocking interrupted them.Ines jumped like a startled deer, eyes wide and cheeks red.The servant’s voice came from outside. “Sir, dinner is ready.”Solomon hugged Ines and cleared his throat. “Got it. We’ll be right there.”The servant acknowledged and left.Ines buried her head in Solomon’s chest and took a deep breath before saying, “Let’s go. Don’t want your parents to wait too long.”“Yeah.”Solomon stroked her head and looked at the drawing he had just completed. “Once it’s dry, I’ll have it framed and hang it in the bedroom, okay?”Ines asked, “In this bedroom?”Solomon nodded and kissed her forehead. “Yeah, we’ll probably come back to stay here often in the future.”Ines pursed her lips and smiled silently.“Let’s go have dinner.” Solomon led her downstairs.After having dinner at the Rowland residence, Solom
Solomon embraced Ines from behind, resting his chin on her shoulder. “I learned to draw when I was young and almost did fine arts for college.”“Why didn’t you?”Winning first prize in a national art competition indicated a high level of drawing skill.Solomon said, “Painting is just one of my many interests. I do it to pass the time when I’m bored. I’ve never thought of becoming an artist.”Ines nodded. “I see.”Solomon suddenly perked up and opened a small cabinet beside the bookshelf, taking out a canvas and some paints. “Come on, I’ll draw a portrait.”Ines was stunned. “Of me?”“Yep. Give me a moment.”Solomon led Ines to sit on the sofa, then went out to find a servant to bring him the easel.Although he had not painted in many years, he still had all the tools he used before.Before long, the servant helped him bring in the easel and other tools.After looking at the layout of the bedroom, Solomon asked Ines to sit in the soft chair by the window, where the lighting w
Ines blinked. “I was just thinking about what to bring to your house tomorrow. I can’t go empty-handed...”Solomon laughed at her words. “You don’t need to bring anything. Just seeing you will make them happy.”“That won’t do. I still need to buy something.”Although she knew that Solomon’s parents did not lack anything, she could not just go without a gift. It was still necessary to have proper etiquette.Ines was a little nervous at the thought of visiting his parents tomorrow. “Can you tell me what your parents are like?”Solomon noticed her nervousness and squeezed her hand. “Don’t worry. My mom and dad are very nice. They won’t make things difficult for you.”Ines looked at him and nodded.With him by her side, she was not that worried.She heard Solomon say that his father liked tea, so she bought a gift box from the supermarket. In addition, she also brought some nutritional supplements to bring along when they go to Solomon’s house tomorrow.After buying everything, th