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2024-10-29 19:42:56"If the air quality was halfway decent back home, would I even be living in Australia?" Mrs. Winston's voice was cool and aloof. "I'm having someone bring Owen over to stay with me for a few months."
"That's not happening," Ivan responded firmly. "He's got commitments here; he can't just up and leave for Australia.""Ivan, I'm getting old; I need company," Mrs. Winston's tone was stern yet tinged with vulnerability. "I live alone in this sprawling estate. Do you have any idea what my days are like? I'm not asking you to visit, just for one of the kids to spend some time with me. Would you deny me even this?"Ivan fell into a rare silence.After the twins' first month, he had sent them to Australia to be cared for by his mother. Partly because he hadn't been ready to handle the sudden arrival of two children, and partly to fulfill his mother's longstanding wish to have her grandchildren with her.Unexpectedly, after just three months abroad, due to his mother's neRelated chapters
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"Auntie, marriage should be rooted in love," Kaitlyn said, a gentle smile curving her lips."Without love, it's like a tomb. Ivan wouldn't want to build his own tomb just for the sake of the kids."Mrs. Winston shook her head silently. In her years in Australia, she'd long since lost any sway over her son. Anything she said seemed to fall on deaf ears."You know, I've grown quite fond of Ivan's perspective on love," Kaitlyn mused with a shy smile. "I've heard so much about him all these years, and yet, I still haven't laid eyes on him. Auntie, do you have a picture of him?" Mrs. Winston looked at Kaitlyn, her gaze filled with a mixture of emotions.Catherine had waltzed into her life about four or five years ago, showing up daily to see her, and she found herself opening up to this girl in her early twenties, sharing secrets and troubles.She even confided in Catherine about her misunderstandings with Ivan.If Catherine were to become her daughter-in-law, she
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She was a 28-year-old master's graduate who had studied abroad and sported a chic ear-length bob, oozing intelligence and efficiency.Mia snorted dismissively: "After four to five years as customer service manager, your position has been downgraded, not promoted. You're telling me you have no complaints?""I respect the leadership's decisions," replied Eva calmly. "It is an honor to assist Haley."After her statement, she walked up to the manager's office door and knocked."Coward!" Mia criticized disdainfully. "Some returnee with a master's degree you are, not even knowing how to fight for your own rights!"Just then, the office door opened for Eva, and Mia's words clearly reached Haley's ears.Peering through the gap in the door, Haley caught sight of the uniquely dressed Mia.This person seemed familiar...Squinting, she pondered for a moment before it clicked.Five years ago, at her eighteenth birthday celebration, this person had appeared alo
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Exiting the manager's office, Eva looked deflated.Mia snorted, "New boss and the new boss is targeting you first, Eva. If you want to stay with the DeRoss Group, maybe say a few sweet words to me. I might just ask Emily to let you stick around."Eva's gaze was complicated as she looked at her. "Aren't you worried at all?""Worried about what?" Mia scoffed. "I'm Emily's bestie. She hangs on my every word!"Mia was privy to the scheme that had framed Haley, a secret that gave her leverage over Emily. It meant that Emily rarely said 'no' to her.She looked down at Eva with arrogance. "You gave me tough looks when you were manager. But I'm not one to sweat the small stuff. Just apologize, and I'll call Emily for you."Eva's expression darkened. Was it her giving Mia tough looks, or Mia deliberately stirring up trouble?She drew in a deep breath. "No thanks."She strode quickly into the records room.Mia sneered, "Almost out on your ear, and still car
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Eva quickly passed the performance report to her.Haley flipped through the pages, her lips curling into a frosty smirk.The report consisted of peer evaluations, management scores, and finally the administrative department's rating. Mia's scores from peers and management were dismal, not even reaching twenty points, but somehow the admin department had granted her a perfect score of one hundred.This pattern of fraudulent grading was so blatant over the past two years. Or perhaps Emily believed that no one would dare to question it, so they didn't even bother to construct plausible forgeries?"Per the DeRoss Group's policy, three consecutive months of poor performance results in termination," Haley said coolly. "Now, you can collect this month's wages from administration."Mia's eyes widened. "You're firing me? On what grounds, Haley?""The grounds laid out in these performance reports," Haley replied icily, tossing them onto the table. "Twenty months of fai
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Emily's eyes were icy, her fingers slowly curling into a fist.It wasn't enough that she'd been pushed out of the boardroom, but that wretch Haley had the audacity to target her friend!"Emily, the whole company's buzzing...saying the DeRoss Group will soon be Haley's domain. They're even claiming she's better suited as the heir than you," Mia said through clenched teeth. "It's just too bad I can't stay at the company any longer, or I'd make sure to give a piece of my mind to anyone who speaks ill of you.""I won't let you get fired. Just wait and see."Emily hung up the phone, her perfectly made-up face seething with anger."That little snake, Haley! She’s playing the game on a whole other level," Flora said, hearing the conversation loud and clear. She slapped her hand on the table and said icily, "Emily, we can’t just sit around and wait for disaster."Biting her lip, Emily replied, "Mom, you think I don't want to just eliminate that little wretch? But Kei
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Was this really not disturbing her? It was clearly a way to force Mrs. Patterson to take a stand!How could Madam DeRoss not guess what was on Emily's mind?Confined to her home, she still caught wind of the DeRoss Group's affairs from the household staff.With cloudy yet sharp eyes, she said slowly, "I've heard about you stepping down from the board and resigning as General Manager. This doesn't seem directly related to Haley."Emily choked on her words.If it weren't for Emily herself, no one would have scrutinized the misappropriation of funds. How could it have nothing to do with Haley?Biting the inside of her cheek, Emily said with a hint of grievance, "Grandma, I know I've done wrong, and I accept my dismissal from the company... but what did my friend do wrong? She's been with the company for two years and brought in quite a few new clients. As soon as my sister took charge of the client department, she fired my friend. Isn't that just targeting me in
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In the world of high society, wealth and power create a visible hierarchy among people.But there's one sphere where neither can hold sway, and that is the realm of culture and the arts.Consider the painters, the artists, violinists, pianists... If one of these virtuosos emerges from a rich family, that family's standing in the elite circle becomes unrivaled...Emily clenched her fingers with a surge of excitement.Keith was paving this path for her, surely hoping she'd one day have the confidence to marry into the Winston family."Grandmother, I understand, and I will practice diligently," she said.Her face aglow with joy, Emily left the elderly lady's room.Flora hurried over to her: "How did it go? What did the old lady say?"Emily recounted the conversation about her piano practice.Flora furrowed her brow, "Doesn't that sound a bit odd? Is Keith really that generous?""Mom, I've told you before, Keith really listens to me. I told him ho
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"Hello there! Are you looking to buy a piano for your child? Is it for a boy or a girl?" a sales associate greeted them warmly.Haley had Todd hold his sister’s hand while she followed the associate to look at pianos.As one of Cuenca's top piano shops, even the most affordable piano here hits a price point that's just shy of six figures, with some creeping towards a cool million.Fortunately, Haley wasn't strapped for cash. Even if she were, she wouldn't dream of cutting corners for her child.She had begun her piano journey alongside Emily at the age of five, both of them dedicating over a decade to the craft. Sure, they'd fallen off in recent years, but the foundation still held strong.After testing several pianos, Haley settled on one, declaring, “The sound of this piano is quite remarkable, especially the vibrato—pure perfection.”The sales associate beamed, “It seems you have a fine ear for pianos. This is our pride and joy.”“I know a bit, just en
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After a thorough read, she folded the document and spoke up, her voice indifferent, "Kid, who drafted this contract?""Our young master did," replied Russell, “Ms. DeRoss, if everything looks fine to you, the contract will take effect once you sign it."Haley chuckled. She was striking, exuding a bewitching charm.And yet, within the depths of her clear eyes, there was a peculiar blend of innocence and mystery.Keith felt his defenses soften and his detachment give way when he saw her smile. It was as if a hole had been poked through his armor of indifference.Realizing too late that he had been staring at Haley for a while, frustration surged within him.This woman must have used that same smile to ensnare Dad and confuse Owen..."I see a problem," she said, her smile vanishing.She leaned forward, a sense of authority emanating from her.Looking Keith straight in the eye, her lips twisted into a disdainful curve, "You should be in school at your age, not out here trying to show off.
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Transmedia Tech, an internet media company.Two years ago, there were rumors of its bankruptcy, and after being acquired, it suddenly came back to life and became a leading player in the internet industry.However, there is not much information about this company on the internet.Haley glanced at Transmedia Tech's profile and said lightly, "What time did they make an appointment?""Half past two, at Pennie Coffee."After finishing her work in the morning, Haley drove straight to Pennie Coffee.She arrived ten minutes early, ordered a cup of coffee, and began to read the information on the internet.She searched for the company again, but she still couldn't find much info, and even the investor info behind it had been removed.It can be seen that this company has a lot of connections.She just didn’t know why this company would take a fancy to her newly opened studio.Haley waited for about five minutes before she heard footsteps outside the private room.She straightened her collar an
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Keith thought that Haley had also planned to gain the trust of the entire Winston family through Owen. This woman's quite a schemer. Keith knew he had to be cautious......Haley picked up the kids and went home. When she was cooking dinner, she received a video call from Owen."Haley, why didn't you come to see me?" Owen's voice was still weak, "I'm so bored here in the hospital all alone. Could you come keep me company? I want to hear stories..."Haley shook the ladle in her hand, "It's too late today; I'll come see you tomorrow and bring you some cookies I've baked.""You're the best, Haley!" Owen's enthusiasm was palpable.Haley’s lips curled into a smile, "Get some rest now, and don't stay up too late, okay?""How about a goodnight kiss, then?" Owen puckered his lips towards the phone screen, a bandage still wrapped around his head, looking both pitiful and comically adorable.Laughing, Haley pressed a kiss to her phone screen and then ended the call.Carrying the freshly stewed
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"The timing is too perfect, isn't it?" Keith said slowly, "Owen got in a car accident, and Haley just happened to be there and then saved him by donating her blood to him. What a coincidence!"His voice was deep and raspy, unlike a four-year-old boy.Ivan's eyes narrowed, "You think Haley staged the accident?""She had a motive," Keith pressed his lips together firmly and continued, "Surely you're aware of the bad blood between Mom and Haley...""It wasn't her," Ivan stated flatly.He had already been briefed on the accident. It was indeed premeditated. Someone had the audacity to target his son. But that someone couldn't possibly be Haley."Dad, are you so certain it isn't this woman when the investigation is still ongoing?" Keith's voice chilled, "What if it turns out to actually be Haley?""She wouldn't hurt Owen," Ivan looked at him with conviction. "She saved your brother; you shouldn't suspect her."Darkness crept into Keith's eyes.His moth
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Taking a deep breath, he said, "Don't worry, Mom, I'll have someone look into it. I won't let anyone hurt Owen."After she voluntarily donated blood to save Owen, it's unlikely she'd attempt anything against him again anytime soon..." Emily's voice was husky and choked with emotion. "Now that she's gained your dad's trust, I’m sure she'll make her move... Keith, I’m really scared she’ll hurt you or Owen. I’d rather she came after me...""It won't happen."Keith ended the phone call.He turned to his assistant, Russell, and said coolly, “Check out that car accident near the DeRoss Group building. See what that was all about.”Russell nodded, “Will do, Mr. Winston.”He pulled out his phone and started making calls...Keith instructed his driver, "To the hospital."As the car glided smoothly down the road, they hadn't even reached the hospital when Russell received a call from the traffic police.The majority of the time, Maple Street is congested, w
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Keith had been involved in the family business since the age of three.The company under his operation, Transmedia Tech, was a subsidiary that the Winston Group had planned to divest from two years ago.He took over the day before its planned bankruptcy.Now, after a year of shrewd management, Transmedia had become one of the top three most profitable subsidiaries of Winston Group.Keith, having just finished a meeting, felt a nagging unrest.He was usually a calm person, but his current anxiety exposed a vulnerability reflective of a four-year-old child."Young Master, you've pretty much wrapped up all your work for today. Perhaps you should head back and rest?" suggested his young assistant, Russell, with due respect.Keith shook his head.He sensed discomfort.Had something happened to Owen?He was about to reach for his phone to call Alfred when his phone began to vibrate.He glanced at it. The incoming call was from his mother.Ti
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It seemed he didn't really mind the idea of marrying this woman...Haley, with her acute senses, caught Ivan's stare and quickly changed the subject.Her eyes shifted to Owen and she spoke with authoritative firmness, “It might not hurt now, but once the anesthesia wears off, you’re going to be in tears from the pain. You’ll understand then just how terrifying a car accident can be! Owen, if you ever want to see me again, just give me a call. I'll come pick you up myself. If you dare sneak out like you did today, I won't come to see you ever again!”Her face stern, she emphasized each word, her tone leaving no room for protest.Tears pooled in Owen's eyes as he looked at Haley with a plaintive expression, “I won’t ever do it again, Haley... I just missed you too much, I couldn't help myself. I just wanted you to hug and kiss me...”His big eyes were brimming with sorrow, making him look like a forlorn puppy.Haley's heart softened, and she bent down to plant
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Chapter 181Ivan took a seat on the other side of the bed.He stated calmly, "Alfred, get some sports drinks, please."Alfred promptly went to carry out the request.In the hospital room, aside from the slumbering Owen, only the two of them remained, surrounded by the sterile scent of disinfectant.With a muted voice, Ivan said, "Thank you for this. Whatever you need, just tell me.""I have a soft spot for Owen. I was more than willing to save him, and…" Haley's voice faltered, a slight bitterness on her tongue, "he must have snuck out to find me. That's how he got into an accident..."Her voice trailed off, her gaze lowered, shielding all emotions.Ivan paused before saying, "He's really fond of you."A gentle smile curled on Haley's lips.Looking at Owen resting in the hospital bed, she couldn't help but reach out and gently touch his face. She felt an immediate warmth towards him when she first saw him at the airport. Owen kept coming back
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His opened his mouth, about to speak, but his phone began to vibrate in his palm, displaying Alfred's name.The sight of Alfred's name sent a sharp pain through Ivan's heart.Whenever Alfred reached out, it was always a matter of urgency.With Owen in surgery and Alfred calling, could it mean…The typically composed man's fingers trembled, requiring two attempts to tap the answer button."Sir, Owen's going to be alright!" Alfred exclaimed, choked with joy, "The surgery's nearly finished and doctors say he should wake up by tonight if all goes well!"Ivan felt a great relief.He walked briskly towards the hospital, concurrently asking, "How was the blood resolved?"He'd made calls, but a resolution couldn't have come this fast."Sir, you might not know yet, but Miss DeRoss, Owen's aunt Haley — she's got the negative blood type!" Alfred rushed out his words, "When Owen had his accident, Haley was there, she brought him to the hospital, and she volun
