Charlotte went to the indoor area and searched for the room number. The room was empty and the wait staff told her Griffith had driven off on a golf cart. Deciding to look for him at the golf course, she grumbled about having to walk so far because of him.The sun was shining brightly in the sky and it had rained yesterday. The grassy field was filled with a fresh scent, and the air was hot and humid. Drenched in sweat, Charlotte finally spotted Griffith's golf cart. She quickly ran down the slope to stop the golf cart.Griffith was sitting in the passenger's seat; he was surprised to see her. He extended his foot to step on the accelerator. The golf cart suddenly accelerated and drove past Charlotte. She had just made it to level ground and was left gasping as she watched him zoom past her.Charlotte was furious. Then she noticed Arthur driving another golf cart following behind them. Her eyes lit up and she chased after him. The poor guy was startled. He quickly turned the steerin
Griffith took off his gloves and threw them on the coffee table, then sat back on the sofa."I've underestimated you. The tricks you employed in the past were nothing," he said in a deep voice.Charlotte smiled and sat across from him."Thank you for the compliment. However, I don't have any ulterior motives."Saying that, she pushed a plate of fruits in front of him."Have some fruits to cool down."Griffith shifted his eyes on the plate of fruits."Don't feel like eating them?" Charlotte poured a glass of juice for him. "How about some fruit juice then?"He looked at her and said indifferently, "What exactly do you want?"Charlotte smiled and crossed her arms. "I'm asking you to find a time to settle the divorce.""I told you, I'm busy," he replied."Then make time for it."Griffith smiled mirthlessly. "Are you planning to stick around if I don't agree to make time for it today?""It wouldn't be good if I keep bothering you when Eli is back, right?" she said."No need t
Charlotte knew he had no feelings for her and had long given up hope. However, after waiting in vain for three years, hearing him say those words still hurt her.She took a deep breath and deliberately made some noise opening the door before she entered the room.Eli paused and glanced at her then politely excused himself."I'll go upstairs. We have another meeting soon, so join us as soon as you can," Eli said before leaving.The couple was left alone in the private room. Before Charlotte could speak, Griffith said, "Arthur will take you to pick out some clothes.""What?" Charlotte said."I have a meeting in half an hour, and I'm in need of formal attire. Pick a conservative tie for me."Charlotte shrugged and replied, "Mr. Wilson, have you forgotten why I'm here?"Griffith got up and walked past her, adding, "Make sure the shirt is black."Charlotte gritted her teeth."Griffith, I…""Every minute you delay reduces the possibility of me finding time," he interjected.Charl
Charlotte was furious, but there was nothing she could do. She wanted to return to the hospital, but Griffith ordered her to return to the mansion."You haven't come home in days. Are you planning to let everyone find out we're getting a divorce?" he said.Charlotte cursed him inwardly. However, considering the consequences of the news spreading that they were planning to get divorced, she obliged and returned home.She slept in a separate room, but Griffith did not come back home that night. It was only the next morning that he came home. He was sitting at the dining table when Charlotte came down for breakfast. She deliberately ignored him and sat at the other end of the table.Griffith looked up and saw what she was wearing. "What are you wearing?" He furrowed his brow.Charlotte was taken aback.She wore a sleeveless black dress that featured a zipper at the cleavage. The zipper was left open halfway, so her cleavage was slightly exposed."I'll wear a coat outside," she re
Sitting in the car, Charlotte could not help but recall Griffith's words, which made her furious. She arrived at the private banquet alone. It was only 10 o'clock in the morning, but many rich ladies had arrived. Charlotte headed to the private room on the first floor where Nora had booked a private spa session for the ladies.The room fell silent as Charlotte walked in, quelling the previously lively atmosphere. Sensing something was amiss, Nora who was in the middle of her spa session opened her eyes and saw Charlotte. She pressed her lips and said indifferently, "Oh, you're here."Charlotte nodded in response.Nora waved her hand and said, "Why don't you join the spa session as well."Charlotte smiled and declined politely, "I'll just have something to drink instead." She did not want to redo her makeup after all.Nora thought she was being petty; no wonder she could not fit in this circle. Charlotte sat down and decided to scroll through her phone to kill time. However, as soo
The woman patted her daughter-in-law's shoulder and said, "My daughter-in-law is pregnant, and I've already told her to stay away from that jinx."The group of women continued to speak ill of Charlotte.Embarrassed, Nora removed her facial mask and tossed it into the dustbin.Charlotte did not return to the private room immediately after she took the handbag. She had a couple of champagnes to stall time. Suddenly, she received a message from Griffith.Griffith: [Where are you?]Charlotte: [At the tea party.]Griffith: [Be cautious out there. If you embarrass yourself, you'll have to bear the consequences.]Charlotte rolled her eyes and downed the remaining champagne in her glass. Just as she was about to head back to the private room, she received a few photos from Ava. They were photos of her mother's purple set of jewelry.Ava: [Charlotte, guess whose name is registered under it?!]Charlotte: [Whose?]Ava: [Griffith Wilson!]Charlotte was shocked.Ava: [He might be planni
Griffith was dressed in a suit, with a long blackcoat draped over him. Seeing Charlotte was surrounded, he furrowed his brow. He took off his coat and casually handed it to Arthur before approaching her. The gossiping in the surroundings ceased as soon as he arrived. Ally's imposing demeanor was instantly overshadowed by his presence. Based on her expression, she was obviously feeling nervous. At this moment, Nora came over and recounted what had happened. Then she glanced at Charlotte and said displeasingly, "Is it too much to ask her to apologize to little Billy to placate him?"Griffith glanced at Charlotte and asked, "Did you hit him?""No," she replied.Nora furrowed her brow. Before Ally could voice out, Griffith preempted her."Since both parties have conflicting claims, Arthur, go check the surveillance footage.""Yes, Mr. Griffith.""Wait a minute," Nora furrowed her brow and said, "Is it even necessary to check the surveillance footage over such a small matter?""A m
"I'd also act ignorant if I were Charlotte Scott. It's not easy to climb up the social ladder, so who would willingly give it up?""That's true."Charlotte walked into the restroom with a calm expression and looked at the two women who were having a conversation. They were startled to see her presence while she smiled, seemingly unafraid at all.After an awkward moment, the two women exchanged glances and walked out of the restroom quietly. However, just as they approached the door, one of them deliberately said, "Hey, did you see what she's wearing?""I can't believe she's willing to wear that."Charlotte furrowed her brow. She took out her phone and took a picture of her earring and did a search on the internet but could not find any information about it. She was naturally frustrated after being treated as a joke. After freshening up herself, she left the restroom.As she reached the hallway, she met an acquaintance. Feeling irritated, she wanted to turn around but the acquaint
Tanya's previous full-length mirror was still usable, but because it was small, she had to walk a bit farther every time she used it. Eli had long wanted to replace it.Little did he know, she got rid of many things in the house to make room for the new large sofa for him, including that old full-length mirror."How do you like it? Surprised?" He patted the mirror.Tanya smiled wryly and pointed to the large sofa. "And you? Surprised?" Only then did Eli notice fewer small items in the living room and a large new sofa. He suddenly chuckled. It was quite nice.He thought of her, and she thought of him. This winter was truly warm.Tanya abandoned the egg tart and hugged him again. "Oh no, this mirror is so big. There's nowhere to put it."Eli carried her with one hand and moved the mirror to the corner with the other. Sitting on the sofa, he thought for a moment, then hugged her and said, "Tanya, let's move to a bigger place."Tanya knew he had been thinking about this all along.
Eli found it amusing. He pushed the head of the small money jar and couldn't help but say, "You gold digger! You love money so much, then why did you give the check I gave you to Soraya?"Tanya blinked and chuckled. "I only acquire wealth in the proper way. To be honest…" She pondered for a moment, then turned to look at him. "Probably because, at that time, I was just too fond of you like I am now."Hearing this, Eli felt a pang of heartache and leaned down to kiss her forehead. Tanya smiled, moved the gifts aside, and made some space for him.Just as they were about to talk, Eli's phone vibrated continuously. It turned out that Bridget was sending over the detailed preparation process for the wedding.Tanya scrolled through it and suddenly felt overwhelmed. Eli looked at it and also felt a headache coming. The two glanced at each other, sighed simultaneously, and leaned back.After they publicly disclosed their relationship, life continued as usual but became busier due to the w
Eli being married was shocking enough, but then his wife was hiding right in the office. In the next half hour, Tanya heard wailing from all around.The atmosphere in their office was quite good, and everyone got along well. After coming clean, everyone joked around and teased each other."Nia, don't forget Mr. Ted, he's been cursing at you all along!""Yeah, he's been calling you a fool!""I heard it, I can testify!"Ted was furious and rushed out to hit someone. Tanya followed with laughter.Before leaving work, Amy indeed brought the cake and candies, sharing them with everyone in the building. Thus, the entire group gave them their blessings.From the office to the parking lot, Tanya received blessings. When she got into Eli's car, her heart was still pounding.Eli was happily eating his candy, feeling good. Especially now that he didn't have to sneak around anymore, he even turned the steering wheel effortlessly.Tanya, holding the cake, asked him in surprise, "Were these
Tanya walked out of the room with her guard down and came face to face with Ted's sneaky expression. She paused.Ted gasped, his brain instantly turning blank.He looked at Tanya, covered his mouth with his left hand, and placed his right hand over the left with his eyes gradually widening.God! This was insane!Tanya regained her composure and glanced in Eli's direction. Eli remained calm, glanced at the fruit plate on the table, and said, "Should we take some down to share with your colleagues?"Tanya nodded. She glanced at the still-disheveled Ted and kindly handed him a tangerine."Sir?"Ted swallowed, looked at Tanya, then at Eli. Finally, he settled his gaze on the tangerine in her hand, mechanically accepting it.Tanya turned to look at Eli. 'Look, you've scared my superior.'Eli shrugged."I'm leaving," she said.Eli nodded and escorted her to the door.Ted followed them out and was sent into the elevator by his boss. As the elevator doors closed, he let out a long
The deep blue bedsheet was neatly spread out. But the two pillows lacked pillowcases, exposed in a sorry state.Eli placed his hands on his belt and turned to look at Tanya. "Is this also your doing?"Tanya leaned against the door frame, only poking her head in, smiling sheepishly."I accidentally drooled while sleeping that day and dirtied the pillowcase. Knowing that you're a neat freak, I took them all off to wash," she said. She raised her hand and swore, "The pillowcases have been washed and are in the cabinet at home."Eli wasn't interested in the pillowcases' whereabouts. He remembered when Amy called him, saying Tanya missed him and wanted to touch the sheets and pillows after waking up.Nonsense!He took a deep breath, then turned his head to Tanya with a frightening smile. Tanya realized the danger and tried to run, but he grabbed her by the waist."Hey, what are you doing?" she said.Eli tossed her onto the bed and followed suit."What are you doing?!""Collecting
Tanya sat upright in the office. Eli stood before her with his hands behind his back. "Come on, explain."Tanya's eyes darted around. "Do you believe me? It's because I missed you too much. When I came to your place, I couldn't help but take away everything related to you." Eli scoffed. "Including the toilet paper?"Tanya pondered seriously.Eli tapped the coffee machine and pointed to the plug that had been pulled out, saying, "If the coffee machine wasn't too heavy, would you have taken that too?"'This brat has no conscience at all. Does she even understand what a cold shoulder is?'While he was reminiscing in her room, she made a fortune in his office!Tanya blinked and gave him an embarrassed smile. "If you think about it from another angle, I love you deeply. If we couldn't reconcile and you came back to see all this, you would hate me. Hate represents love, and love means you can't forget me. My obsession is so deep; I want to stay in your heart forever."Eli fell silen
"You should buy something while visiting. Do you have enough money in your account? If not, I will transfer some to you," Mrs. Moran said on the phone.Tanya didn't want money; she just wanted to hear some advice. She knew her parents' financial situation wasn't good. Due to illness, her stepfather had retired from his position as a butler of the Sterling family. Although the Sterlings provided a retirement package, Mr. Moran was getting old, and he had a son. She heard that his son's business had lost a considerable amount of money in recent years. As a stepdaughter, she had already received enough help from them, so how could she ask for more money?During her university days, she didn't ask her family for money. If she could find a part-time job, she would, and if not, she would endure it just to avoid causing her mother trouble."Mom, I don't need money. I have enough."When Mrs. Moran heard this, she felt even more sorry for her.Since her ex-husband was useless, Tanya suffer
After breakfast, Eli called Bridget."Why did you send her a check? Do you have nothing better to do?"Bridget had just arrived home and begun playing poker with a few old friends.She threw out a card, rolled her eyes, and said, "It's the first time I've met my daughter-in-law! What's wrong with giving her some money!"Eli was speechless."Madam, you came up and threw 500,000 dollars just like that. Aren't you afraid of scaring people?""What should I do? Throw 50,000 dollars instead? That's too stingy."Eli was speechless. Holding onto the railing, he glanced downstairs and saw Tanya ironing her coat in the living room."I almost got dumped because you caused a scene," he joked.Bridget threw the cards while chuckling. "It's good to be dumped. With your unruly behavior, someone should make you suffer a bit.""Are you really my mother?""If you still want to be a good son, hurry up and go through the procedures, live a proper life with Tanya, and try to give me a grandson n
"What did Her Majesty tell you?"Tanya nearly lost her composure, fighting back laughter.Bridget said nothing more as she left with Benjamin, leaving Tanya and Eli to return to the apartment. The journey back was silent, with Tanya deep in thought. Upon entering, Eli halted her at the entrance.Exhaling deeply, Tanya reached into her pocket and withdrew a check. Eli's gaze fell upon it, noting it was only for $500,000. As he moved to take it, Tanya tucked it back into her pocket. On the bar, a spread of breakfast awaited them - fried eggs, sausages, fruits, and vegetables. Despite the inviting display, Tanya's attention was on Eli."Don't you want breakfast?"With the situation still unclear, Eli's appetite waned. Nonetheless, knowing Bridget's nature, he remained calm. Seating himself opposite Tanya, he nibbled at a sausage, noticing her lack of interest."Is everything alright?" he asked, concerned.Tanya shook her head.The oversized sandwich Bridget had ordered had already