Aurora froze in place.She looked at Dahlia with both shocked and fearful eyes and stuttered, "M–Mom, wh–what are you saying?"Dahlia put on a heartbroken expression on her face, "I know that you don't like Stella. You'd always tell me about it, but I thought you were just ranting. I never thought that you'd actually do something like this at Mrs. Chapman's daughter's wedding. I've spoiled you too much, and you have no sense of right or wrong! You'd better hope that nothing bad happened to Stella, or the entire Kane family will never forgive you for what you did!"With her still pale face, Aurora stared blankly at Dahlia. Every word she uttered felt like a cold knife stabbing her in her heart.Compared to the suspicious and disdainful look of the outsiders, Aurora was more troubled by Dahlia's attitude.Just moments ago, she had said that she would not target Stella anymore for the sake of her grandchild and wanted them to live happily as a family. But now, she became the first to
Aurora's arrogant and domineering voice came through from Dahlia's phone. When everyone heard her mentioning the oil, the truth suddenly became clear.The crowd assumed Aurora did not like Stella and could not stand her presence at the Royalpark Villa. She had wanted to teach Stella a lesson for a long time but had been unable to do so at home, so she chose to do it during Ms. Chapman's wedding.Everyone thought that Aurora's intentions were malicious.After listening to the audio recording, Aurora's face could not have been any paler.She looked at Dahlia, and her eyes turned from shock to indifference.Keegan's expression was very gloomy as he stared at Aurora. He clenched his fists tightly, and his gaze looked somewhat indescribable.Aurora felt a pang in her heart as tears streamed down her face. "Keegan, do you also not believe me?" she asked in a hoarse voice.Keegan shifted his gaze to Olivia, "Mrs. Chapman, why don't you show us the full footage? If Aurora was the one wh
Aurora pursed her lips without saying anything. When Dahlia presented those framed pieces of evidence to set her up, she had already lost the ability to defend herself.Keegan stared at Dahlia for a moment and calmly said, "Let's just call the police."Dahlia's expression changed as she grabbed his sleeve, "Today is Mrs. Chapman's daughter's big day. Stella is fine anyway. Do you really have to spoil someone else's celebration?"Keegan slowly pushed her hand away and said coldly, "What are you so afraid of?"Dahlia's lips trembled. Then, she yelled, "I'm not afraid of anything! I didn't do anything wrong at all! I just don't want you to spoil Ms. Chapman's wedding. I'm sure you're aware of how influential the Adam family is. If you were to mess up the wedding tonight, they'd undoubtedly hold the Kane family accountable!"That was also the reason why Dahlia dared to take action at this wedding and act recklessly.She had it all planned out. Considering a family background like the
Erick was taken aback, not knowing why his ever-obedient wife would speak against him today.He lowered his voice and said, "I understand, but it's a big day for our family. We can't afford to let anything go wrong. The Adam family takes this wedding very seriously. After today, our daughter will not only have us but also the Adam family as her support. You've always been good with words. I know you can do it."He paused before continuing, "I've worked hard all these years for you and our daughters. The Adam family can help me take my career to another level. We're on the verge of turning our lives around. Let's not mess things up at such a crucial time."Olivia scoffed inwardly, 'He's been making empty promises for so many years. I feel like throwing up just by listening to his voice now.'She held back her surging anger, lowered her gaze, and said softly, "I'll give it a try then."However, before Olivia could go anywhere, Lena came out of the room. She said, "Stella is fine for
"I lied to you?"Dahlia sneered and walked over to Aurora. When she stood in front of her, she suddenly raised her hand and slapped Aurora across the face.She slapped her so hard that it left her ear buzzing for a moment and made her face feel numb.Aurora lifted her head and looked at Dahlia in disbelief, "Mom, why?"With a stern face, Dahlia spoke in a sharp voice, "Don't call me Mom! Aurora Kane, who exactly are you trying to fool?!"Did Stella really argue with Keegan? Does Keegan really hate her? Did you really put something in the fruit vinegar she drank? I trusted you so much, but all you do is lie to me! Has that foxy woman enchanted you as well?"Aurora's face turned pale, "Mom, that's Keegan's baby, your grandchild. Why do you want it to die so badly? Is it really this difficult for you to let go of your hatred for Stella?""Is that why you chose to betray me?" Dahlia's expression turned grim, "Do you think that Stella will let you go if you stop acting against her? D
But now, Stella was already a part of the Saun family and even carried Keegan's baby in her stomach. Yet, Dahlia still could not accept her.Suddenly, Aurora realized that it was not Stella that she could not accept, but anyone who threatened her from enjoying wealth and luxury.She should have known this when Dahlia was so eager to obtain Keegan's wealth after he fell into the water.Blood and family ties apparently meant nothing to Dahlia compared to a luxurious life in the future.Suddenly, she thought of when Dahlia insisted on raising her back then. Was that because she truly could not bear to part with her, or was it just a convenient way for her to extract money from the Kane family?If Dahlia genuinely loved her, why would she do such a heartless thing and falsely accuse her?Aurora could not figure it out and felt her heart being torn apart.Then, she said in a trembling voice, "Mom, we're family. Is it necessary for you to go this far? You know that Keegan is not as he
However, Dahlia was the only reason why Aurora would have such a mindset.Dahlia claimed that she did everything for her.However, Aurora knew that parents who loved their children would consider their future in whatever they did.Dahlia only thought about helping Keegan find an equally wealthy woman to help him in his career, but she failed to consider that the benefits tied to marriage could easily be torn down with a divorce. If that happened, everything that Keegan had achieved because of the marriage would disappear overnight.Dahlia claimed that she wanted to accumulate more wealth so that her future husband's family would treat her with respect. But if someone married her for the sake of money, how could he truly love her?Dahlia had never seriously thought about the future of her children; she had only thought about her own.Aurora took a deep breath and asked in a hoarse voice, "Did you really do everything for me? Are you sure it's not because you want to continue enjoy
Aldor did not say anything in response.Aurora was good-looking, had an outstanding family background, and was several years younger than Aldor. Sylvia felt both happy and worried that Cordelia tried to pair her up with his son, so she was very afraid of neglecting her."Mom, do you like Aurora?" Aldor asked.Sylvia chuckled. "Why are you asking me? That's a question you should ask yourself. I'll like her as long as you do. After all, I've only met her once and barely know her as a person. However, I believe in your judgment and as long as you like her, I'll treat her like my own daughter."Aldor smiled and hugged Sylvia. "I'll try to get along with her but don't set your hopes too high. After all, there's a huge difference in our family background, and things might not work out between us."Sylvia patted his back and handed him the sandwiches. "Drive safely.""Sure."Felicity and Vermont went into the room together.After that, they saw Stella sitting on the couch eating fruit
Keegan moved from initial resistance to reluctantly listening, and eventually to questioning."Why do these novels portray men as so stupid and brainless, yelling at the female lead as if they have intermittent explosive disorder?""Is the male lead sick? Forcing the female lead to donate a kidney, is he out of his mind?""How many years would they get for calling the police in their world?""Why is he so dumb? The supporting actress claims the female lead pushed her into the water and he believes it? Is checking surveillance footage illegal?""Stella, are you making fun of me?""I can't learn this. It all feels so neurotic. What does the female lead see in him?"Stella retorted, "Who cares if it's neurotic? Just mimic that stupidity, that's how these innocent women like men who protect them like that."Keegan was very reluctant, but his brain was more compliant than his body. Without needing to study deliberately, everything he heard stuck in his mind.So when Keegan mentione
Keegan's expression darkened with anger. "You're being completely unreasonable!"Stella crossed her arms, wearing an expression that seemed challenging. "You let her take it. Let's see if I dare."Jaylene hadn't actually wanted those junk items in the first place; she was deliberately trying to stir up discord between them. Now that her goal was achieved, she put on a sympathetic look."Keegan, I don't want it anymore. Don't be angry. Your health is more important. Didn't the doctor say to keep your emotions stable?"Turning her head, she reproached Stella. "Stella, are you here to help Keegan recover his memory or just to provoke him?""Shut up, you brat! Do you even have a say here?"Acting under the guise of a drama, playing the role of someone lacking in manners, was incredibly satisfying.She’d wanted to curse this brat for a long time!Jaylene's lips twitched, but she held back, tearfully saying, "Stella, if you don't like me, I'll leave. There's no need to humiliate me l
Jaylene understood the situation perfectly. Even though she didn't particularly like these cold, mechanical devices, she put on a pretense of surprise, saying, "Really, Keegan?"Keegan nodded. "Choose one you like.""Keegan!" Before Stella could finish her sentence, she couldn't hold back her sharp voice, "With your pile of junk that I can't even touch normally, she takes a look and now you want to give it to her? What's the meaning of this?!"Keegan frowned, apparently not comprehending her current anger at all. "Jaylene gave me a gift, and I'm giving her one in return. What's the problem?""What problem?" Stella's eyes started to redden. "I can't touch them, so why should she be able to? Have you forgotten, or do you have inappropriate feelings for her?"Keegan's expression darkened. "This makes no sense!"Jaylene secretly delighted in this, hypocritically trying to calm things down, "Forget it, Keegan. Since Stella minds so much, I don't want it anymore. You've strained your r
The standoff lasted for over twenty minutes before Keegan grabbed a book and knocked the beetle off Jaylene's neck. The beetle fluttered twice and suddenly flew up, landing on Jaylene's face.Jaylene screamed, rolled her eyes, and fainted.As she collapsed, the bug flew off again."Jaylene?"Keegan called out to her.He looked up at Stella and said, "You go start the car, I'll carry her to the hospital."As he spoke, he signaled to Stella.She understood and coldly grunted, "So troublesome."Walking over to Jaylene, she squatted down beside her and slapped her face twice.Jaylene immediately opened her eyes and reached out to push her away. "What are you doing!"Stella was prepared and had already moved back before she could be pushed.She shook her tingling hand and innocently said, "Jaylene, you fainted because of the bug. I was just saving you. Don't believe me? Ask Keegan."Jaylene nearly ground her teeth. Did she think she hadn't heard? She was intentionally exposing h
Her fingertips trembled with a mix of horror and excitement. Just as the teapot was about to slip from her grasp, Keegan suddenly said, "Jaylene, don't move."Jaylene froze, instinctively thinking Keegan had regained his memory. She had barely twitched when Keegan loudly stopped her again, "Don't move, absolutely don't move."Jaylene wanted to say something, but then felt an itching sensation on her neck, as if something was crawling slowly. Goosebumps erupted all over her body.By now, Stella had turned around and saw Jaylene standing stiffly with the teapot in hand. Her eyes quickly assessed the situation and then she noticed the beetle crawling on Jaylene's neck.It was an unknown species, not overly tentacled but as long as a little finger, its mouthparts slightly twitching, genuinely alarming in appearance.Stella murmured, "It's so big."Jaylene couldn't see what was on her neck, unsure if it would bite or if it was venomous. She stood frozen in place, her voice trembling,
Seeing him, Stella even lowered her eyes and softly praised, "Mr. Kane, you acted very well."Keegan glared at her, his voice low and intense. "If you keep watching like this, Coco will cut ties with me tomorrow."Stella replied confidently, "No, she won't. After accepting the red envelope, she can tolerate you a little longer."Keegan asked sharply, "Did you teach her to ask for red envelopes like this?""Don't falsely accuse me; I didn't teach her.""You may not have taught her directly, but you set an example. Have you forgotten how you always make me buy things for you?"Stella was speechless. Whenever she wanted Keegan to buy her something, she would often say, "Gifts are only surprises when given voluntarily. If reminded, it shows they don’t like me that much."It had to be said, Coco had learned the essence of it.Stella also felt a bit awkward, thinking that in the future, she needed to avoid such flirtatious conversations between spouses in front of the children. They
Could she figure all this out?Keegan frowned, casting a disappointed look at Coco. "Are you not listening to me now?"Coco raised her gaze defiantly and stated, "Aunt Stella taught me that if I don't want something someone gives me, I can say no. I don't want this hairpin.""Didn't she teach you that even if you don't like something, you should still say thank you?"Coco fell silent for a moment, then reluctantly said to Jaylene, "Thank you, Aunt Jaylene, but I don't want it."Jaylene hesitated with her hand extended, unsure whether to retract it or leave it there, managing a strained smile. "Then what do you like? Next time, I will get you something you do like."Coco asked, "Do you want me to do something for you?"Jaylene was taken aback. "What?"Coco replied seriously, "Aunt Stella says offering help without reason is either deceitful or thieving. Since you don't like me, why else would you give me something? You want me to do something for you, right?"Jaylene forced a s
Leighton's incident did indeed revive their suspicions.Jaylene was gullible, but Darcie might see through this scheme. "Keegan, why didn't you go to work today?" Jaylene chose to ask directly at first.Keegan remained composed. "I've been busy with the press conference lately and haven't had much rest. Now that things have slowed down, I thought I'd take a break and relax."Jaylene spoke gently, "You should rest well. Since you came back, you've been busy, and you've been postponing Dr. Stone's follow-up appointments. Keegan, I'm really worried about your health. Since you're resting these days, I'll arrange for Dr. Stone to give you another check-up. Stella has been living here to assist your recovery for so long. We need the doctor to give a clear assessment of whether there's been any improvement. Otherwise, it's not good for Stella's reputation to stay here so long, unmarried and under one roof."Keegan nodded. "Okay, please arrange it. Thank you."His response was decisive,
Stella had just descended the stairs when she heard that remark, causing her eyelids to twitch as she thought to herself, “Damn it! He really knows how to come up with excuses!”Upon hearing this, Jaylene's eyes briefly flashed with disdain, but she ultimately accepted the shoe covers Keegan handed her. As Keegan led Jaylene into the house, her eyes continued to scrutinize every corner.There were a couple of pillows on the sofa, couple mugs on the table, wedding photos of Keegan and Stella on the walls, and even headbands and hair ties scattered on the table. The house exuded an unmistakable feminine touch.Jaylene's expression darkened, but when Keegan turned to ask if she preferred tea or coffee, she adopted a gentle, harmless demeanor. "Tea would be perfect."Keegan invited her to take a seat and called for Maria to prepare tea. Jaylene spoke softly, "Keegan, I heard from Stella that you brew Dragon Well tea better than anyone else. Is there a special technique?"Stella paused