Nolan almost popped a blood vessel. Amy was really asking for too much.“Fifty thousand for just two packets of herbal pills? That’s way too expensive! Where do you find herbs costing fifty thousand dollars? Besides, didn’t we agree to deduct it from the car accident compensation?”Nolan frowned at her as he found it unreasonable.He suspected that she was taking advantage of the Lewis family’s wealth to extract money from them.Amy confidently retorted, “Ordinary herbs aren’t worth much. But the herbs I’ve used here are very rare. I only have three of them, and they’re priceless! This is the main ingredient needed for Mr. Lewis’s condition.”The herbs she cultivated were expensive to begin with.Even when dealing with Mr. Hamlin, her prices had always been the same. She believed that she was being fair. However, it seemed that she was being doubted?Thinking about their last negotiation, she added, “The compensation for the car accident is from the treatment fee. The cost of th
Hearing Aiden’s words, Nolan nodded in agreement.Aiden’s ailment had persisted for a long time.They would go through so much effort just to find someone who could alleviate his pain. Unfortunately, it was all in vain, and they always ended up disappointed.They had finally found the right person, and it was hard to believe. That car accident had been serendipitous.At this moment, Aiden suddenly instructed, “Buy a few Lego sets for those twins when we’re abroad.”Nolan nodded, but his glance indicated that he was somewhat surprised. He wondered why Aiden had suddenly taken such an interest in someone else’s children.“Mr. Lewis, have you taken a liking to those twins?”Aiden looked out the window and sighed. His face revealed no emotion as always.“For some reason, I feel a strange sense of closeness to them.” He was also puzzled that he had taken a child’s words to heart.Night’s disappointment over not having Lego lingered in his mind. It was hard to shake off. He felt tha
Michael smirked because his scheme was working.He spoke calmly, “Your mother may have passed away, but I still have one of her necklaces. It was part of her dowry.”Amy was suspicious. He surely had ulterior motives for his sudden invitation. Had he made this necklace up? Was it a lie to deceive her?“Why should I believe you?” She asked, frowning, gripping her phone tightly.“If you don’t believe me, you can ask your grandmother. She’ll tell you the truth. I’ve sent the invitation by express delivery,” Michael said with a sinister expression. His eyes were already gleaming with triumph.Amy hung up and rushed to Mrs. Harper’s bedroom.Right then, Mrs. Harper was humming a tune and sewing a torn piece of clothing.“Grandma, I need to ask you something,” Amy went straight to the point as she entered.Mrs. Harper paused and looked at her. “Ask away.”With a serious expression, Amy asked, “Michael said that my mother had a necklace as part of her dowry. He wants me to go and get
“Start packing. Once I’m done with the documents, we’ll head to the airport.”Nolan nodded in response and glanced at the clock; there was still time.“Mr. Lewis, once we’re back, let’s see Miss Green right away,” he suggested.Aiden agreed. It was indeed time for another treatment session.They hurried to the airport and boarded the flight home.It was a long flight, and Aiden was exhausted. He massaged his temples after he landed.The Lewis family’s driver was already waiting for him and Nolan outside the airport.The driver respectfully bowed. “Mr. Lewis, the chairman requests your presence at Mr. Quinn’s wedding ceremony at 8 p.m. tonight.”Hearing this, Nolan checked his watch with a frown.“It’s already 6 p.m. Are you saying that we have to go right now? Mr. Lewis needs to rest after working continuously for a whole week.” He was concerned about Aiden’s health, and he wanted to prioritize treatment with Amy.The driver looked at Aiden and awaited his instructions. In th
Jenny was chatting with Millie and Rachel when a staff member knocked on the door. “Miss Green, it’s time to make your appearance. The ceremony is about to start.” Jenny nodded, and Millie placed the white veil over her face. Rachel walked behind her to help her with her dress. Meanwhile, Amy had just gotten out of a cab. She looked up at the hotel before her, which was bustling with noise. She was wearing a plain green dress, not even a formal gown. Compared to the others who were dressed to the nines, she was quite inconspicuous. Amy squeezed the invitation in her hand and took a deep breath. She reminded herself that she would immediately leave once she obtained her mother’s keepsake. She took the elevator up and went straight to the banquet hall.The wedding march was playing inside. Dressed in a white wedding gown, Jenny was slowly walking down the spiral staircase in her high heels. Amy caught a glance of Jenny smiling victoriously and immediately felt disguste
Michael had not seen Amy. However, he could not leave just yet. He was seated in the most prominent spot, and it was his daughter’s wedding. Leaving hastily would certainly draw attention. Ellen nodded as she beamed with pride. She looked around the bustling wedding venue in satisfaction. This was probably one of the most spectacular weddings in the history of Hampshire City. It was the most glorious moment of her life. Her daughter was successful, and her son-in-law was outstanding. All the guests who came to congratulate them were also influential figures. She did a headcount. All, except the Lewis family, had arrived. The Lewis family? Ellen was momentarily puzzled. Justin did mention that the Quinn family had sent an invitation to the Lewis family. She wondered if they would honor them with their presence.The same thing occurred to Michael, and he asked James, who was sitting next to him, “Mr. Quinn, is the Lewis family coming today?”James smiled proudly. “The Lewis family
Michael was taken aback by Mr. Jackson’s words. He realized that he had forgotten to make the call in his excitement. He laughed at himself. “Look at me. I got so caught up in this joyous occasion that I forgot to call her. I’ll call her right now, Mr. Jackson. Please give me a moment.” He stepped aside and quickly made the call. Amy watched from a distance with a look of scorn on her face. She was only there to retrieve her mother’s keepsake. She planned to leave as soon as she had it. So, she approached Michael and coldly said, “There’s no need to call.” Michael’s tone was filled with displeasure when he saw her. “Why didn’t you show up earlier?” He looked her up and down with disdain. “What are you wearing? Why didn’t you dress up for the occasion? This is embarrassing.” He even rolled his eyes. If Mr. Jackson saw her like this, he would definitely look down on the Green family. He might think that they could not even afford decent clothes. Fortunately, the Jacks
While Amy became the center of attention, Justin and Jenny noticed her from a distance. James and Margaret also heard the gossip and approached them awkwardly. Jenny walked up to Amy and feigned enthusiasm. “Amy, you’re here! I thought you wouldn’t come. I’m really happy that you could attend my wedding.” As she spoke, she even grabbed Amy’s hand with a smile. Amy felt disgusted and scoffed inwardly, especially since Justin was standing next to Jenny. If Jenny really cared about her, she would not have stolen Justin from her. Amy’s gaze inadvertently met Justin’s. His eyes were filled with complex emotions, which quickly vanished as he looked back at her. Amy also felt a surge of emotions when she saw his familiar face. Justin greeted her, “It’s been a long time, Amy. Thank you for attending our wedding.” His distant and cold tone hurt her. Amy turned away and laughed at herself. She thought that she would not feel anything for him. But his words still drove her crazy. All
Eddie explained, “The shoot’s primary focus is to capture the essence of the wedding gown collection through couples’ portraits, interactions with the children, and scenes depicting a wedding ceremony. “This is a big project, so we’ll start with the wedding ceremony scene. Madame Coco mentioned that you aren’t a real couple or professional models, so do you have any ideas on how to handle the interactions, or should we go with the team’s plan?” Eddie asked and looked expectantly at Amy as well as Aiden. The two of them exchanged glances, and Aiden calmly said, “I’ll follow your lead.” Feeling the weight of responsibility, Amy realized that there was no turning back. She nodded. “Let’s go with your team’s plan. You’re the experts, so you know what works best.” “Alright, then. Let me explain the first sequence for the wedding ceremony series,” Eddie began detailing the scene. After a few minutes, he finished explaining and asked, “So, can you handle that?” “Yes. I think it’
Despite Grace’s reassurances, Amy still felt uneasy about the situation. However, she did not voice her concerns. After all, she had already agreed to Madame Coco’s proposal and tried on the wedding dress. It was not her style to back out at the last minute. It was nearing lunchtime as they discussed the details. Madame Coco suggested that they all dine together, so they all went to a restaurant. Once seated, Madame Coco asked Amy to order. Amy wanted to refuse since she felt that it was more appropriate to let the others decide. However, Grace passed the task to her, and she ended up selecting a few dishes. “Aiden doesn’t like cilantro, so please omit it from the fish, and let’s keep the seasoning light on these two dishes,” Amy mentioned Aiden’s preferences naturally. Aiden and the children did not react, as they were used to it, but Grace’s eyes shone with interest. Seeing how she knew Aiden’s tastes and dislikes so well, it did not seem like they were just friends. Ma
The next morning, Grace arrived at the hotel early to pick everyone up. Madame Coco had already briefed her team at Coco, so the meeting was seamless. “Due to traffic, Madame Coco is still on her way. She asked me to help you with trying on the wedding outfits first,” the lead coordinator explained and gestured for them to follow her. Amy, Aiden, and the children nodded and followed her to Madame Coco’s studio. The studio was huge, and it occupied the entire floor. It was also equipped with top-notch facilities. However, what truly stunned Amy was the wedding gown displayed at the center of the room. The pure white dress was breathtaking under the lights. The tiny pink diamonds that shimmered on the skirt added a touch of unique elegance and made it even more valuable. Next to the gown was a black tailcoat. The contrasting black and white complemented each other perfectly. The attention to detail was remarkable. While the tailcoat was all black, it was adorned with dark p
“You and your friend have the exact looks, presence, and figures that I’ve envisioned for my models,” Madame Coco continued to enthuse. “Your interactions are so loving, and with your two angelic children, you embody my idea of a perfect family.” Amy felt overwhelmed and glanced at Aiden for help. “I’m not particularly interested, but if you want to do it, I’ll support you,” he said calmly. “I don’t really want to.” Amy shook her head. Their relationship was already complicated, and posing in wedding attire seemed even more awkward. The children, however, were excited. They saw this as a perfect opportunity to bring Amy and Aiden closer. Sharing a glance, they silently agreed on their plan. “Mommy, I want to do it.” Star clung to Amy’s arm as she pleaded sweetly. Night joined in and looked up with wide, hopeful eyes. “You know, Mommy, we’ve never taken formal photos together,” he added softly. Amy fell silent, and a wave of guilt washed over her. It was true that she had no
Aiden fell silent for a second and spoke evasively, “You’ll find out in time.” This meant that he did not want to discuss it at the moment. Grace was exasperated but amused. She already had an idea of what was going on. “Fine. If you won’t tell me, I’ll just have fun with my niece and nephew.” With that, she quickly caught up with the rest and chatted happily with them. Aiden felt regretful as he watched them. He wondered if he might have spoiled things by bringing Amy and the children to his meeting with Grace. Unaware of Aiden’s thoughts, Grace took great care of Amy and the children during mealtime. Her enthusiasm overwhelmed Amy a bit, but she did not think much of it. Grace had been friendly since the moment they met. As they chatted, the conversation naturally turned to their following plans. “Where are you planning to go this afternoon?” Grace asked Amy. Amy instinctively glanced at Aiden. Seeing this, Grace raised an eyebrow in curiosity and looked over at him as we
After they wandered around for a while longer, Aiden received a call from Grace. It was time to pick her up. “I’ll be there soon,” Aiden said and ended the call. He put away his phone and said to Amy, “Let’s go. Aunt Grace is ready.” However, Amy felt a bit anxious. “Should I buy her a gift?” Seeing how nervous she was, Aiden teased, “Do you know what it means for you to bring a gift?” “What does it mean?” Amy asked without thinking too deeply about it. Night and Star were speechless when they saw her naive response. They felt like there was still much to do. Unaware of their expressions, Aiden continued to playfully provoke Amy. “It means that you’re my girlfriend.” Amy choked on her own saliva. After recovering, she quickly clarified, “That’s not what I meant, Mr. Lewis. Don’t misunderstand.” “I know,” Aiden replied and nodded calmly, with mischief in his eyes. Amy understood what he was implying and felt amused as well as annoyed. But a strange feeling also spread
The Picasso Church was one of the most famous attractions in the bustling city. It was a busy place with a large flow of people and many vendors. As Aiden and Amy arrived with Night and Star, their striking looks drew attention. However, they did not mind it and began browsing through the stalls, which sold handmade accessories, souvenirs, and clothes. The children found everything fascinating, while Amy was attracted to some culturally rich items. “Mommy, look how pretty those dolls are,” Star suddenly said as she pointed at some dolls on a vendor’s table. The dolls were painted in bright colors, and they had cute expressions. They came in various sizes, and each looked more charming than the last. Amy approached the vendor and asked, “How much for one of these?” “The big ones are five hundred, and it’s a hundred for the smaller ones,” the vendor replied. There was a cunning glint in his eyes as he sized them up as foreigners. “That expensive?” Amy was startled by the pric
Amy knew better than to tell Aiden about the social media posts. So, she glanced at the children with a calm smile. “It’s nothing serious. We were just playing around.” Aiden was skeptical, but since Amy did not want to discuss it further, he refrained from pressing her. He gently patted the children on their backs and reassured them, “She’s just messing with you. Go on over to her.” Night and Star hesitated as they looked back at Amy, whose smile they found suspiciously sinister. A shiver ran down their spine, and they sensed that things might not end well for them when they got back. So, they clung to Aiden and began to wheedle him. “Mr. Lewis, I want to sit next to you.” “Um, can I sleep with you tonight?” Night and Star spoke at the same time, with Night adding the question about sleeping. He had more foresight. He knew that with Aiden around, Amy might not say much. However, she would not let them off the hook once they were back at the hotel. Realizing this, Sta
Right after Aiden shared a photo on social media, his phone started to blow up. It looked like he was making an announcement when he posted the beautiful snapshot by Night. [Wow. Are you making it official?] [Are you guys dating? She’s really beautiful.] [Aiden, when will you bring her to meet us?] Aiden glanced at the messages but chose not to respond. The children also saw the photos that Aiden had shared, including the one of him and Amy. They were overjoyed and more convinced than ever that Aiden had feelings for her. However, not everyone was happy. When Cassie saw the public photo on Aiden’s social media page, she was both shocked and angry. Was Aiden announcing their relationship? Her jealousy was uncontrollable. Aiden’s parents also saw the photo and became furious. Rose could not hold back her anger. “What is he trying to do, slap us in the face? We just released news about finding him a wife, and he’s posting photos with this woman?” Edward kept quiet, but h