Louis finished his drink, his face filled with regret. Mark stared at him and cautioned, "Careful with your words, mate."He glanced meaningfully at Ivan."The man who was with Haley just now might be unfamiliar to you, but I often hear about him," Louis wobbled his head and explained. "He's from Country M, the typical heir of a wealthy family. People call him the Prince of Romance because he always has different women around him."Mark looked disbelieving. "Is there actually someone more playboy than you?""Haley is not easy to mess with, yet she fell into Thomas's hands," Louis sighed, "It's such a waste for this beautiful woman to be matched with Thomas. The bar owner mentioned that a wealthy individual was scammed, seemingly referring to Thomas. You can imagine who this Mr. Ellen is, right?""What kind of person is Stein?" Ivan's cold gaze swept over. "Who told you that she fell for Thomas?" "Isn't it obvious?" Louis said, "When two people embrace and leave together, they must b
Since Todd was old enough to understand, Thomas had been a part of their lives. Sometimes when Mommy was busy, Thomas would come over and take them to school, and they would often go out to play together.Many of the neighbors around misunderstood Thomas to be their father. He knew that one day they would eventually return to their home country, so he dared not think too much about it. But a few days ago, Thomas suddenly appeared in their world, and he couldn't help but wonder, if Thomas could marry Mommy, wouldn’t that mean there was an extra person to protect her?But now, all fantasies have been shattered. Thomas actually got involved with another woman and even made Mommy go to resolve the situation. Todd deeply regretted calling Thomas "dad" that day. He stepped forward and said lightly, "Mommy, you go busy yourself, I'll take care of Thomas." Although Haley despised Thomas, she didn’t want her son to do such a thing. As she twisted the towel, she said, "It's getting late, yo
He didn’t care, as long as he could be in her life. But now, Todd suggested that he leave. "I will buy a ticket for the earliest flight tomorrow," Thomas pulled a blanket over his face, "I'm tired, going to sleep." Todd silently carried a basin into the bathroom. He felt guilty and blamed himself, his young face filled with unease. After all, Thomas had reached out to help Mommy in times of hardship, yet he wanted to drive Thomas away. Was he being too selfish? The next morning, when Haley went downstairs to make breakfast, the sofa was empty. There was a note on the dining table: "Haley, my dad summoned me, so I went back home. See you next time." Haley's lips twitched. Although Thomas was a rich second generation, he was unreliable, and his bank card had long been frozen. Giving her six million dollars, forcefully yesterday, would surely have alerted the Ellenstein family. It was expected that they would summon him back. "Mommy, did Thomas leave?" Todd came downstairs holding A
Emily took Owen's things and went straight to the Winston family. As soon as she got out of the car, she saw Keith walking out with a cold expression."Keith," Emily approached him quickly."Mother," Keith politely greeted her, "Owen is in the bedroom. It's best for you not to go upstairs."Wherever Owen was, Emily would avoid going there. Owen had never regarded her highly, so she wouldn't willingly subject herself to humiliation.Emily handed the things in her hand to Alfred and said softly, "Keith, there's something I'd like your help with."Keith pursed his lips. "Please tell me.""Keith, I know your father has connections. Could you ask those people to investigate Haley." Emily sighed, a touch of sadness in her expression. "Haley is now the third largest shareholder of the DeRoss Group, and her every move affects the stock price... But this morning, I saw a little girl calling her 'mom'... She isn't married, how could she have a child?"Keith narrowed his eyes. "Mother, you want
"I..." Emily grabbed onto her collar. Of course, she was scared!She was afraid that Haley knew the true identities of the two Owens in the Winston family!She was afraid that the Winston family would know everything that happened four years ago!She was afraid that all the dreams she had for the past four years would shatter. Emily bit her lip, summoning all her strength to suppress her fear and anxiety."Keith... I'm really scared..." She stepped forward, holding Kieth's hand. "Although Haley and I are half-sisters, our grievances run too deep to be resolved... She won't easily give up this time she returned to the country. She will surely target both of you brothers." She lowered her gaze and continued slowly, "I asked you to investigate about Haley's child, in order to have leverage against her, and prevent her from causing trouble... But I never expected Owen to misunderstand me like this. Keith, let it go, there's no need to investigate anymore.""You and Owen are the children
Just then, the preschool bell rang. School was over. A group of children happily ran out of the school. Emily raised her finger and sneered, "Your daughter is here, and she looks exactly like you did when you were young." Her tone was as if she had seen Angela numerous times."How my two sons died four years ago, I've always kept it, etched deeply, in my heart, one day, I will make you pay for your blood debt," Haley grasped Emily's collar. "If you dare lay a hand on my daughter again, I will scrape the flesh off your body piece by piece!"The hatred in her eyes was so intense, as if an endless fire burned within. Emily's heart tightened. She forcefully maintained her composure and said, "I am your own sister and also your child's aunt. Why would I harm her?"She broke free from Haley's grip and took a step back, coldly saying, "Since there's no gift to present this time, I won't greet your daughter. Goodbye!"She finished speaking and turned to leave. She had come here today with on
Haley looked at Angela. Her daughter had a blank expression on her face with no signs of excitement in her eyes. The earlier exclamation of "Daddy" seemed like an auditory illusion, conjured out of thin air. Angela hadn't even called for mommy; how could she possibly call for daddy? Maybe she misheard it.After dinner, Haley helped Angela bathe and put her to bed. Ever since Todd turned three, she no longer needed to be involved in these tasks. Once she had settled Angela, she returned to her study to continue working. Her studio was still in the planning phase, but she already had two projects on hand. One was the daily maintenance and updates for the intelligent products of the Martínez Group, while the other was the preliminary design and writing for Project A-F. The latter project required a lot of manpower, and she had no expertise in hiring. It seemed like she would have to ask her cousin for help.She was so preoccupied that it was already midnight when she finished her work
On the bustling streets. Todd anxiously looked around, and finally, he saw a little girl in a pink dress. It was Angela!He started to rush towards her, but suddenly, a sports car zoomed past him. When the car was gone, Angela's figure had disappeared too. Todd became frantic, his forehead covered in sweat.This morning when he came to preschool, he felt that something was wrong with his sister. He had talked to her for a long, long time, but she didn't react at all. Later, he went to the restroom, and when he came out, his sister was gone.If Mommy found out that his sister went missing at preschool, she would definitely go crazy.He had to find his sister before Mommy knew! Todd took a deep breath and continued walking along the roadside, searching for people in one shop after another. While Todd searched, Angela boarded a bus. She got on the bus with a woman taking care of a child and sat next to her. The boy in the woman's arms kept stealing glances at her. She stared straight ah
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.
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
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
"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
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
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
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
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
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