"Sean, Steve, you just finished the meeting, and there must be a lot of work to do. So, go and take care of it. I'm not alone anyway, so don't worry about me. If something really happens, Lulu will ask for your help." Nicole pushed Lulu forward, hoping that Sean and Steve would not worry about her so much.In fact, she could handle many things on her own. Besides, they were all terribly busy, and they should not be distracted by her affairs."Our matters are not more important than yours," Sean reminded Nicole. "We won't be able to bear it if something happens to you again.""Rest assured, even if it's for the sake of all of you, I won't let anything happen to me," Nicole responded warmly. She knew that these people cared deeply about her, and ever since she returned, she had developed a true bond with her family despite losing her memories.Knowing that Nicole was fine, Sean and Steve finally settled down and went back to work.Nicole also returned to her office to handle the new
"Don't get me started." Dillon briefly explained the situation with a dejected tone, feeling increasingly unlucky, as things were not going well."Why did it end up like this?" Snow's face turned pale upon hearing the outcome, feeling utterly frustrated.She had been eagerly awaiting a favorable result for Nicole's arrest, but why did it turn out like this?"How could that wretched Nicole be so smart? How did she escape?" Karen gnashed her teeth in frustration.Dillon's eyes turned cold as he said, "Let's see how long she can last.""Dad, do you have a plan?" Snow's eyes lit up with a glimmer of hope."Why ask when you won't be of any use to us? Just stay out of trouble for now." Dillon left with these words as he took big strides upstairs.He was already feeling annoyed, yet everyone still kept bombarding him with questions, making him even more agitated.Karen and Snow exchanged glances. Their expressions grew serious, but they did not dare ask any further.As the sun set, i
Nicole's cheeks were already burning with embarrassment after being surrounded by people watching them make out on the street. She pulled Jared into the car as she thought, 'This guy is really becoming more and more outrageous. Doesn't he take his surroundings into consideration?'She should be thankful that the employees had already left at this time. Otherwise, she would have been thoroughly embarrassed.Jared could not help but smile when he saw her trying to escape. "Don't be nervous. We're legally married," he reminded her."Even if we're legally married, we should still consider the occasion," Nicole complained through gritted teeth. 'He actually had the audacity to justify himself.'A trace of mischief flashed in Jared's eyes as he leaned closer to Nicole and asked in a low voice, "So, Mrs. Johnston, what kind of occasion do you think is appropriate? Shall we go home?"Nicole's lips twitched fiercely. 'Why am I hearing a different meaning from his 'shall we go home' remark?
"Why don't we let Godpa go?" Nolan said, raising his eyebrows. He really hoped Lawrence would go, since Lawrence had been the one to attend these activities when they were on the island."That's not right. We have Dad." Lana pouted, firmly rejecting the idea."Godpa has been doing it anyways. What does it matter?" Nolan reminded Lana meaningfully.Lana insisted, "It's different now that we have our real Dad. Mommy and Daddy should be the ones who join us for parent-child activities."Jared patted Lana's shoulder, saying, "Alright, Mommy and Daddy will both go.""Yay, I knew Daddy was the best!" Lana smiled brightly while nodding her head."Stupid." Nolan rolled his eyes at his sister in frustration."No, you're the stupid one. You're the dumbest!" Lana stuck out her tongue at Nolan.Nicole looked at the children and smiled wryly. "Alright now. We'll be attending your parent-child event.""Hooray!" Lana cheered with excitement, while her brother bit his lip sadly.Nolan said,
"Grandpa, Grandma!" Nolan and Lana cheered, walking toward the sofa.Daniel and Gloria could not hide their smiles. "Our darlings came home."Nicole came over and when she did not see the others, she asked casually, "Dad, Mom, where are my brothers?""Stanley has an academic symposium. Spencer and Samuel said they had something going on and won't be coming back today," Gloria replied."What are they doing? Are they going on a date?" Lana asked curiously, blinking her big eyes.Gloria could not help but laugh. "No, sweetheart, it's work.""Oh," Lana muttered. "I thought they went on a date."Lana's disappointed tone amused everyone, and they burst into laughter. However, Nolan wore a gloomy expression, lowering his head listlessly.Sensing his grandson's unusual behavior, Daniel asked softly, "Nolan, what's wrong?""I'm fine, Grandpa." Nolan shook his head lightly and stood up. "I'll head back to my room first."Nolan finished and went upstairs alone, clearly in a sad mood.D
Jared always knew what was happening in Nicole's life, which gave her an unusual feeling, as if she was living under his nose."I happened to pass by when he went in," Jared explained blandly. Even if he did not encounter Lawrence, he could deduce the situation.Due to the situation of Happiness Trading, Genesis Group had indeed suffered a certain impact. To repair the damage, Lawrence had to personally step into the situation. Why did he not tell Nicole he was leaving San Joto?"But he told me..." Nicole suddenly stopped talking, her expression conflicted. She thought, 'Lawrence clearly said he was going to Crescent Island, but Jared said he went to Mecrounia. And for some reason, I believe in Jared. Why did Lawrence lie to me? There's nothing wrong with going to Mecrounia. It would be better if Lawrence didn't tell me anything. His lies just make me feel uncomfortable.'"It doesn't matter. As you said, he has his own life." Seeing Nicole's uneasiness, Jared comforted her while ge
Hearing the sound of running water coming from the bathroom, Nicole's thudding heart slowly settled down. The situation almost got out of control, so Nicole's feelings were all over the place. She frequently lost herself in Jared, convinced she had no defenses against his presence.Although they were legally married, Nicole still had not remembered the memories with Jared. She should be able to treat him sensibly, but she could not. Her thoughts were all tangled up and complicated, so she had a sleepless night.The next day, the sun shone brightly. Nicole woke up with dark circles under her eyes. She felt helpless when she realized that even makeup could not hide the black circles.Nicole stepped out of the bathroom with her clothes changed to see Jared prepared.Seeing Nicole ready, Jared said gently, "Come on, let's head down."Nicole uncontrollably averted her gaze, unable to meet Jared's eyes. She felt that she would lose her presence of mind otherwise.A glint of understandi
"Damien and Dillon aren't worth your sympathy. Let the kids handle it," Gloria said to comfort Daniel."I get it. I feel it's too much on the kids. They're forced to deal with their ill-intentioned uncles," Daniel said. He was a little chagrined, not understanding why his older brothers acted like this."After so many years of enduring, how did it end up like this?" Gloria responded. They were still oppressed and looked down upon by their brothers. Now that their children were doing great, they finally gained some dignity."I know." Daniel nodded. He was not sympathetic to Damien and Dillon. He just thought they were family and it would be best if everyone worked together. Unfortunately, not everyone had the same goal in mind.Jared dropped off Nicole at the entrance the Riddle Corporation building. He watched Nicole go inside before instructing Max, "Drive.""Yes, sir." Max obeyed and started the car. He then reported, "Mr. Johnston, Lawrence disappeared the moment he reached Mec