Sofia silently shook her head.
Joseph said, "I was your husband, you were my wife, and the mother of my children."
Sofia opened her eyes slightly and nodded, as if she understood but didn't fully comprehend, "Did we... get married?"
Joseph nodded.
Sofia's eyes showed more confusion, "Then why... don't I remember you at all?"
Joseph's lips curved into a silent yet bitter arc, "It's better not to remember."
Anyway, those brief memories of that year were not particularly wonderful.
Perhaps, she forgot, and that was for the best.
Even so, he hoped that she wouldn't remember anymore.
Joseph said, "When I met you, you had a name, and it was 'Myla Rutherford'."
Sofia silently repeated the name in her mind, "Myla... Rutherford..."
She looked at Zander blankly.
Zander nodded gently.
Sofia seemed to understand but not quite, and asked, "So what exactly should I be called?"
Joseph said earnestly,
Joseph's face changed slightly.He didn't expect that Myla had actually undergone in vitro fertilization.He always thought that Myla was naturally pregnant.Livia became even more nervous when she saw that he was not speaking. "Joseph, answer me... After you got married to her, didn't you always sleep in separate rooms? Don't you know that she had undergone IVF? Then how did she get pregnant?"Since Joseph didn't know about the IVF procedure, when Myla got pregnant, he didn't have any doubts, which can only mean...They had once had an intimate connection.But how is that possible?Myla was Madam Kensington who forcefully arranged the wedding when Joseph was unconscious.The wedding was kept simple.This wedding was arranged by Madam Kensington who invited a feng shui master to match the horoscopes and bring good luck to Joseph.Before this, he and Myla were complete strangers, they didn't know each other at all.
Tyson was taken aback and instinctively looked at Elianna.Rigoberto chuckled bitterly, "She found out, and I was the one who told her."Tyson said, "That child... didn't he die?"If, back then, that child had not died prematurely and was born, named Evie, she would have been their youngest sister.Rigoberto said, "Today, I... took my sister to the cemetery to pay our respects. We opened the coffin and took a look... In Evie's urn, it wasn't ashes, but a mixture of magnesium powder and cement dust."Tyson couldn't help but inhale a breath of cold air, "What's going on?"Elianna said, "Yesterday, I heard my senior brother say that he received a brain-dead patient, and this brain-dead patient, named Sofia, was also a heart donor for Livia. I personally went to see her and found out that she was not just brain-dead."She succinctly recounted the whole incident.The more Tyson listened, the paler his face became, "Really? You suspe
Owen widened his eyes in surprise and suddenly, he realized.He lowered his head and looked at the little monster tightly held in his hand. He gradually moved the little monster in front of Ultraman and said in an angry tone, "I did it!""Ultraman", "You wicked little monster, why did you demolish the school?""Little Monster, "Because, I made a good friend on Earth, and he said that school always gives him a lot of homework, and he hates doing homework. So, I thought, if I could demolish all the schools in the world, my good friend wouldn't have to do homework anymore."Joseph was amused by Owen imitating the funny voice of a little monster.He was only five years old.Only a five-year-old child would come up with so many strange and peculiar thoughts."Little Monster, "At Mystic Planet, every little monster friend has to go to school and do homework. I skipped class and came to Earth, where I met good friends. But I didn't expect my
Zander said, "The Kensington family in S City is a top-notch prestigious family. They are also the wealthiest in Eastara. You have also seen that man, he is the head of the Kensington Group and manages such a large company. He is talented and handsome. If you can be with him, it will be a great opportunity for our Redmond family. If you can become 'Mrs. Kensington,' it will be advantageous for you, rather than a disadvantage. It will be your fortune."Sofia smiled bitterly and said, "Dad, I understand. I know, that's Joseph, how could I possibly reach his level. I'm just curious, why did he assume that I am his missing wife?"Zander was about to explain when suddenly a cold voice of a woman came from the doorway, saying, "He was able to find you because your DNA matched that of the child."Zander was shocked and turned around.Livia stood at the door, with a gloomy expression on her face and deep black pupils, as if she had no focus.She walked slo
Even long after Livia had left, Sofia still couldn't snap out of it.The words she said to him were too stimulating.Sofia now has some doubts about whether she is Zander's biological daughter.Zander sat down by her bedside and said, "Sofia... I'm sorry."Sofia asked sadly, "Dad, is what she said true? Am I not your biological daughter? Is this true?"Zander hurriedly explained, "Sofia, don't believe what she said. You are Dad's biological daughter. If you don't believe it, you can always do a paternity test with Dad! Think about it, if you weren't Mom and Dad's biological child, would they have treated you so well all these years? When you had that incident at the hospital, Dad was willing to neglect his business and spend so much money just to make sure you were treated. Would Mom and Dad be willing to do that if you weren't their biological child? Blood is thicker than water, and family is everything. Can't you feel it?"He never expecte
Sofia stared at Owen, her eyes momentarily distant. She had never given birth to a child, so how could she possibly show affection towards a child she knew was not her own flesh and blood?Joseph asked, "Five years ago... when the warehouse caught fire, the only child my team found was this one. Where is the other child?"He was eager to find out the whereabouts of the other child.Sofia didn't know how to answer for a moment and shook her head, saying, "I don't remember... I don't remember anything..."She looked around.Zander was not here.She became a little flustered, keeping her head down, trembling with guilt, not knowing how to respond. "Maybe... he's dead..."She rarely tells lies, and this is also the first time she has told such a big lie.What child...How did she know where the other child was?Joseph's thin lips tightened as he heard her say that the child might have died, feeling somewhat skeptical.
It seems that Joseph is now firmly convinced that Sofia is "Myla" due to that certification.She was a little worried.If Sofia had no family or connections, she wouldn't care about assuming her identity.But... she was most likely "Evie," her sister.Joseph was not a good person. She was afraid that Sofia would follow in her footsteps and walk into the lion's den.Five years ago, he could heartlessly abandon her and the baby in her belly. Now, can she hope for more? Will he treat Sofia better?The Kensington family was nothing but a den of lions and tigers for Sofia.Elianna hesitated, whether to have a good talk with Sofia or not.She probably didn't know yet that she was the biological daughter of the Carrington family.Sofia glanced at Elianna, her face remained expressionless, but her heart was deeply conflicted.She rarely lied and rarely took other people's things from childhood to adulthood.The Red
Elianna coldly interrupted him, "And then became your pitiful accessory."She looked at Joseph abruptly and said, "Give her the best life? Joseph, you have no right to say such things."Joseph, "I don't know if others have the qualification, but I am the most qualified to say this."Elianna, "Your so-called qualifications are merely because of your power, influence, and immense wealth. But, besides these, what else can you offer her?""Responsibility," Joseph looked at Elianna, "I will be responsible for her."Elianna sneered, "Responsible? Responsible for what? Is it because you want to give the child a complete family, and all of this requires her to play the roles of 'mother' and 'wife' perfectly, to cooperate with you, and fulfill your desires. Who are you responsible for, her or yourself?"Sofia suddenly exclaimed, "Enough!"Elianna looked at her.Sofia clenched her fist, then suddenly loosened it. She looked at Joseph and
Leonard immediately let go of Joseph and walked over, saying, "Elianna, are you awake?"She didn't know when she woke up, nor how much of the conversation between the two people she had overheard.Elianna rubbed her temples, clearly feeling a bit of a headache.She instinctively pulled the thin blanket closer to her body, took a brief rest, and the alcohol seemed to sober her up a bit. Naturally, she also realized how disheveled she was at the moment.Elianna knowingly asked, "Was I drunk?"Even if she drank until she was completely drunk, she wouldn't black out. Therefore, as she woke up, she gradually began to recall that she had been drinking and afterwards, she became crazy drunk.Joseph said expressionlessly, "Yes, you were drunk. Originally, I intended to arrange a designated driver to take you home, but who knew your alcohol tolerance was so disappointing. You went crazy at my house and..."He also vomited all over him.
The butler, seeing the situation, immediately rushed over and reached out to stop him, saying, "Mr. Leonard, please wait!"Leonard suddenly angrily waved away the hand he extended, saying, "Get lost!"The butler was dismissed to the side.Leonard climbed up the stairs.Joseph hesitated for a moment and then followed closely behind, going upstairs.Second floor.Leonard saw the servant just coming out of a room, without thinking, he immediately walked over. The servant, seeing this, became somewhat alarmed and asked, "Who are you?"Leonard casually pushed her aside and pushed the door wide open.In the guest room.Elianna was lying in bed, covered with a blanket.Leonard walked over and saw that she was fast asleep, completely unconscious. He furrowed his brows slightly and reached out his hand, intending to lift the blanket.The next secondBehind him, a hand reached out and tightly grabbed his wrist
Joseph carried Elianna into the door.In his arms.Elianna, on the other hand, kept looking up at him with her face raised.Suddenly,She said proudly, "My son grew up and turned out to be so handsome!"Joseph, "..."Elianna, "However, my son was the cutest when he was little!"Joseph, "..."Elianna, "Baby, be good and let mommy give you a kiss quickly."She hooked his shoulders, cradled his face, and kissed him over and over again.Joseph suppressed the anger that filled his chest, but had nowhere to vent it.He was still doubting why she wanted to recognize Zack as her godson and what her true purpose was.Or perhaps, it was just another means for her to get close to him.Was she really drunk and talking nonsense, or was she pretending to be drunk to take advantage of him?If he was really drunk, what could he argue with a drunk woman for?A south-facing room on the second floo
Joseph furrowed his brows.He saw her tongue starting to knot, her eyes wide open but looking misty.Joseph said with a headache, "Sit down and don't move for now."He had just grabbed her shoulders and forcefully made her sit down, but the next second, she "sprang" up again, saying, "I want to go home!"Joseph interrupted her, "I will take you home!"He grabbed her hand and pulled her up.Elianna stumbled and took two steps, her balance wavering as her body leaned backwards.Joseph walked over and grabbed her waist, coldly saying, "Can you walk properly?"Without giving Elianna a chance to answer, he bent his right arm from her waist side and hoisted her onto his shoulder."What were you doing..."The man's strong shoulders were just pressing against her abdomen.Elianna drank alcohol and just finished eating pastas, feeling a bit uncomfortable. Her stomach was being tightly pressed, and she felt a wave of
Elianna asked, "Is the pastas done?"Joseph resealed the wine and said, "Finish your meal quickly, I will have someone take you home.""Oh!"Elianna stood up, and in that moment, her blood flowed and she felt a slight stumble beneath her feet, her body even swaying, as if she was floating lightly.Oh no...She seemed a little tipsy.That's how high-concentration brandy was.She was clearly drinking very slowly, and even added ice cubes to dilute it, but... she had already started to get tipsy.Joseph saw that she was a little unsteady and reached out his hand to support her. "Are you drunk?"Elianna pulled away from his hand, clearly repulsed by his touch. "No! I wasn't drunk."Joseph withdrew his hand and stared at her incredulously.Elianna concealed her drunken state, barely maintaining her balance as she walked towards the dining table. Upon seeing the bowl of pastas placed on the table, she approached
Elvis looked at Joseph awkwardly.Joseph said, "I could only make plain pastas."Elianna said, "Then thank you for your trouble."After speaking, she sat down on the sofa.Joseph said to Elvis, "You go first."Elvis said, "Mr. Kensington, do you need me to lend a hand?"Joseph said, "No need."It's just a bowl of assorted vegetarian pastas, without many complicated steps, just takes some time.What is this called? It is easy to ask for the gods, but difficult to send them away.The "god" he had invited could only be sent away by himself.He could certainly tell that Elianna was deliberately giving him a hard time, but since she had helped him pacify his son, it was also a favor he owed her.Elvis smiled and said, "Alright, I'll go back first. If you have any instructions, feel free to call and contact me anytime."Joseph, "You haven't rested much these past few days, go back and get some sleep early.
Zack said, "Only when Owen and I turn eight years old, can we apply to live with Mommy and Judge Uncle, in order to let that man know the truth?"Elianna nodded, "Yes."Zack nodded hesitantly.Elianna helped him lie back on the bed and gently said, "Once we've eaten, shall we have a good sleep?"Zack became nervous and asked, "Mommy, are you leaving?"Elianna said, "I promised you that you could see me anytime you wanted."Zack's eyes revealed a hint of surprise and delight, "Really?"Elianna, "Really, Mommy promised you."After speaking, she extended her hand and said, "High five."Zack and she high-fived, and then closed their eyes in peace.Elianna didn't stand up and walk out of the door until he fell asleep.Joseph stood at the door.Elianna's heart skipped a beat as she thought Joseph should be downstairs, but suddenly he appeared upstairs out of nowhere. She had no idea how well the door insul
Zack suddenly burst into silly laughter, opened his mouth, wanting to shout "Mommy". However, he didn't have enough strength to even speak, and could only weakly say, "I want to go home..."Elianna's heart trembled for a moment, feeling inexplicably melancholic.On the side, two doctors smiled helplessly and said, "little scion, you are already at home now..."They only thought that the child was extremely hungry, confused in the mind, and started speaking nonsense.Only Elianna could understand which "home" the little one was referring to.Elianna coaxed, "Would you like to eat something?"She saw a bowl of nutritious porridge on the bedside table.I was so hungry that it caused me to be unable to eat properly now, I can only drink a little nutritional porridge.It seems that this time he was determined to sever the father-son relationship with Joseph.Maybe because he had been fasting for a long time, the little guy ha
Elianna suddenly became serious and said, "Well, you shouldn't say such hurtful words either."Owen lowered his head and said in a pitiful tone, "Mommy, I know I was wrong! Next time I see him, I will definitely apologize to him."Elianna patted his little head and said, "You were brothers, good friends, so you couldn't hurt his feelings."Owen nodded obediently, "Mommy, don't worry, I know now! I will never hurt his heart again in the future."Elianna gently embraced him.Owen nestled in her arms and asked, "So... when did that guy come back?"Elianna worriedly said, "I don't know..."She didn't know when they would be able to reunite as mother and son again after this separation.Tristian said, "Nannan, don't overthink so much and rest early."Elianna nodded.The next day.Elianna took Owen back to the Carrington Group.Three days later.She had just left the company and was about to go home