"It's not appropriate," Joshua said."You're just going to meet her and the kids, not have an affair. What's inappropriate about that?" Chyler said, rather cheeky.Joshua pressed his lips together, and his face now bore more traces of maturity and composure than before. However, it was still hard to discern his thoughts. He had considered going through with it but also thought about what would happen afterward. It had been so many years since they had seen each other, and even if they were to sit face to face, he was unsure what to say. Rather than that, perhaps it was better not to meet at all."So, are you going to meet them?" Chyler inquired."I'll just meet the children. I'll donate some money to the school and have the school organize an event for the kids. We'll meet at the event," Joshua said as he made up his mind.Chyler sighed. "Do you have to go through all this trouble?"Joshua did not reply, and Chyler did not press further. Some time passed, and the elementary sch
"Pretty much, but she's not home every day; she often has to travel for filming," Chyler replied, glancing tenderly upstairs.Initially, Ellora had not planned to commit to acting so formally, as she wanted to spend more time with Juliette. However, Chyler had persuaded her otherwise."That's nice," Joshua said, no longer engaging in their previous banter."If you had persisted a little longer and pursued Cynthia, maybe you would be the one with her right now," Chyler said, still feeling that Joshua had had it tough."It wouldn't have worked. Her character is such that once you betray her trust, there's no going back," Joshua replied, knowing Cynthia's personality too well. Cynthia was stubborn and resolute. While persistence might work with others, it would not work with her. Their relationship had completely fallen apart due to the mistakes he had made time and time again."Not trying means you'll never know. You understand her personality, but you might not understand human n
Chyler watched her walk away, and there was a complex expression in his eyes as he called out to her, "Ellora.""Hmm?""Should we get married?" Chyler asked tentatively."No. If you want to get married and have a home, you can find someone else," Ellora quickly rejected the idea without hesitation or contemplation.Chyler approached her, taking a few steps closer. "We are a family together, you, me, and Juliette.""Chyler..." Ellora's attitude became somewhat distant.Chyler immediately softened his tone, realizing she might be upset. "Okay, don't be angry. I won't bring it up anymore.""I've told you since the day you moved in that I won't marry you. If you want to, you can leave anytime," Ellora said directly, her beautiful eyes showing a hint of complexity. "I just want to live here with you as your husband. If you don't like me saying it, I won't," Chyler said, reflecting on his changes over the years.Ellora did not say anything more and went upstairs. There was a time
"I don't know if Grandpa and Grandma spread it, but not long after they came to see Mommy, people at school started calling me an illegitimate child. Our teacher only told us about it recently," Juliette spoke softly and gently. Chyler's heart ached when he heard that, and he asked, "Why didn't you tell me?""I didn't tell Mommy either." Juliette displayed a level of maturity that rivaled Isaiah's.Chyler held her close, overwhelmed with guilt and self-blame. "I'm so sorry.""If you really want to marry Mommy and be with her, the first thing you need to do is resolve things with Grandpa and Grandma. Mommy is a very insecure person." Juliette, now indifferent to the rumors, offered him advice."Okay," Chyler agreed."But don't go asking Mommy about this issue. She doesn't want to talk about it," Juliette added.Chyler nodded in agreement. That evening, Chyler went to talk to Ellora. When she saw him, she did not think much of it, just asking in a flat tone, "What's up?""I ne
Aidan initially put on a displeased expression, scolding Chyler, "You finally decided to come back!"Georgina chimed in, saying, "Why are you scolding Chyler?" Then, she quickly turned to Chyler and asked, "You've had a long flight. Are you hungry? I can have something prepared in the kitchen.""No need. I returned this time to discuss something important with you both," Chyler gently declined.They both looked at Chyler, and Georgina asked, "What is it?""Several years ago, did you go to Nexuria without my knowledge and cause trouble for Ellora?" Chyler's eyes were on them, watching for any changes in their expressions.Georgina was shocked, but Aidan remained quite composed. His tone grew colder as he responded, "Did she tell you that?""Please just tell me whether you did or didn't," Chyler implored, already having a hunch from their reactions. Even so, he still hoped they answered him truthfully. "People who aren't worth our time will never be worth our time. We never went
"Didn't you see his attitude just now? Do you really think I can reason with him?" Aidan showed no remorse, and his tone was harsh."Stop arguing with your dad. After all, Ellora is just an entertainer. Listen to us, and don't go after her. We'll find you a suitable match from a well-established family," Georgina advised."Mom." Chyler's eyes welled up with emotion.Georgina asked concernedly, "What's wrong?""Have you been happy all these years?""Huh?""You gave up your career to become a full-time housewife, letting him control your life. You call Ellora an entertainer, but have you forgotten that you dreamed of being an actress when you were young?" Chyler voiced the thoughts he had kept bottled up.Georgina froze.Chyler continued, "Because he didn't like it, you've never set foot in that industry." "All of that is in the past. Please talk to your dad nicely and sort things out." Georgina dismissed the thought with a sigh."There's nothing to sort out. I have someone I
They even claimed that Juliette was not Chyler's daughter. When Georgina found out that Ellora had given birth, her initial thought was to take Juliette away for a paternity test. If Juliette were Chyler's, they would keep it; otherwise, she would be returned to Ellora. However, Cynthia had guarded Ellora too well, and they had never had the chance to do this."I know everything about her. She's truly a wonderful girl," Chyler assured Georgina. "People in the entertainment industry..." Georgina still hesitated. In the end, hearing too many negative things about that world left her biased against it.Chyler narrowed his eyes, sensing something. "Did Talia say something to you?"Georgina was taken aback. She had been fine with Ellora initially, but after frequent conversations with Talia, she had developed some biases against Ellora to the point where it had become uncontrollable."Her words can't be trusted," Chyler said. He had never told his parents about what had happened, so
"I will be honest with Chyler. I will also apologize to Ellora," Georgina said, consumed by guilt as she thought more about it. Chyler's words had awakened something within her."You must be out of your mind," Aidan remarked, getting impatient.Georgina did not respond. Over the next few days, Chyler stayed at home, constantly sending messages to Ellora. He would ask if she had eaten, inquire about the weather in Nexuria and more. Georgina observed his behavior during his stay at home. On the third day, she decided to have a conversation with Chyler. She appeared to be troubled as she asked, "Is Ellora really the only one for you?""Yes. I want no one else but her," Chyler replied firmly, making his stance clear."Even if it means severing ties with us?" Georgina asked.Chyler hesitated and then turned the question back on her. "Shouldn't I be asking you the same? I'm an adult and know better than anyone who will make my future better.""What if we are determined to keep you