After dinner, Nicole and Jared went to their room with Nolan and Lana.They hadn't spent much quality time with the kids in the past few days, and it was clear that Nolan and Lana missed them. So, they decided to dedicate the evening to being with them, playing games and enjoying each other's company.****In a bustling hotel with guests coming and going, the atmosphere was lively. In the luxurious penthouse suite on the top floor, Everett faced Lawrence, speaking calmly, "So, tell me, what do you want me to do?""Nothing specific," Lawrence replied casually. "Just stay here quietly for a few days until the situation cools down, then you can leave."Everett frowned. "Cool down? Do you think I can just reappear in San Joto like nothing's happened?" He wondered to himself, 'I'm currently a wanted man. What does he mean by 'cool down'? As if the situation will resolve itself if they don't catch me.'"It's all about your own skills, isn't it? After all, you've managed to return once
"She's been in her room since she got back, seemingly behaving herself for now," Aquila reported.Everett's gaze darkened slightly as he instructed, "Keep an eye on her.""Sir, if we manage to escape this time, are we taking her with us?" Aquila asked, somewhat perplexed. In his view, it would have been simpler to deal with Doretta immediately, eliminating any further concerns."Keep her for now. She might still serve as a bargaining chip if we can't escape smoothly," Everett responded with a snort.Aquila was taken aback. "They would be willing to negotiate for Doretta? Really?" He doubted the others would compromise for Doretta's sake, considering they'd likely prefer to see her brought to justice."They might not, but Emma would," Everett stated confidently.He vividly remembered how Emma had earnestly tried to persuade Doretta to reconsider her path, even casting a concerned look back at Doretta when leaving, a look filled with distress. That expression alone indicated Emma c
"Alright, but I think Grandpa just wants to ask around; you and Uncle Dexter shouldn't worry too much," Nicole reassured."Still, over the phone, Dexter sounded a bit evasive. I'd better go over and see for myself," Daniel sighed."Then tell Grandpa that we can't move against Everett just yet; we need him. Ask Grandpa to be a bit more patient," Nicole advised.Daniel nodded. "Alright, I'll relay that to him." He thought, 'That might help calm Dad down, especially if he hears Nicole's reasoning.'After breakfast, everyone departed from the Riddle residence.Nicole and Jared dropped Nolan and Lana off, while Daniel and Gloria headed to the Riddle family manor.After dropping off the kids, Nicole arrived at the Riddle Corporation."Nicole, is there any new news?" Lulu immediately approached Nicole in her office, asking in a low voice."Not yet, we still have to wait a bit longer," Nicole replied."Oh," Lulu sighed, "This Everett really keeps us on our toes. I just hope he gets ca
"Really, there's no need," Patricia quickly said, shaking her head.Her health had almost fully recovered, but Ellar was still not in the clear. Since Ellar's injuries were due to her, she felt this was the only thing she could do for him now.Relying on others to deliver meals would make her feel even more redundant, causing unease in her heart."Hahaha, I'm just teasing you; look how worked up you are," Lulu chuckled, thinking, 'She clearly wants to cook for Ellar herself but comes up with all these excuses.'"No, I'm not nervous," Patricia's cheeks flushed, her eyes darting away in a slight panic, avoiding Lulu's gaze.Lulu patted Patricia's shoulder, "Alright, we all know you're not nervous."With a meaningful look from Lulu, Patricia felt her cheeks grow warmer. She quickly turned to Nicole to switch topics, saying, "Ms. Riddle, everything is going smoothly, right?""It's fine," Nicole replied with a smile.Taking the chance to set down the thermal container, Patricia look
Ellar occasionally glanced up at Patricia, feeling a warm, happy flutter in his chest. He had already decided that once he left the hospital, he would ask Patricia to marry him. He wanted her to be with him forever, no matter what challenges they might face.Meanwhile, Nicole and Lulu had left the hospital and were now in the car."Do you think Patricia seems different?" Lulu asked Nicole, turning to her."A little," Nicole replied, smiling slightly. "It seems like Patricia might have worked through some of her issues."Lulu looked at Nicole, "Do you think things are getting better for them?""That's something only they can decide," Nicole chuckled. "But it does seem like Patricia has softened a bit.""Hey, what do you think made Patricia change so suddenly?" Lulu asked, curious.After thinking for a moment, Nicole guessed, "Maybe something Charlie said during the incident made a difference."Nicole noticed that Patricia's change seemed to have happened after her visit to Charl
"Yeah, it's not that we don't want to help; it's just that we can't do much," June agreed, knowing that adding to the complications wouldn't help. Getting too involved might make things worse, especially with Everett being so ruthless, as seen with Emma."Let's not talk about these sad things right now. Everything's okay for the moment, so let's be happy," Samuel suggested, raising his glass, "Come on, let's drink.""Cheers," everyone said, taking a sip from their glasses."Mr. Johnston, Zane mentioned he's leaving soon, and the matter you arranged with him is about to conclude," Lulu said. "Is it related to Everett?" She was curious."No," Jared replied calmly."Oh," Lulu dropped the subject, thinking it was about Everett. Since it wasn't, she decided not to ask more, considering it might be something she shouldn't inquire about."Let's focus on the meal," Spencer suggested, noticing Lulu's slightly uneasy look.Nicole, noticing this exchange, glanced at Jared. "What's going on
"I always hope you can have the best, so naturally, I have to care a bit more," Gloria said with a smile, her lips curling up gently.Nicole, linking her arm with Jared's, responded, "I've already got the best.""But it's different, you know. You have to wear a wedding dress at least once in your lifetime, walk hand in hand with your other half toward a new life under the blessings of friends and family," Gloria said with a loving smile.In her heart, she thought, 'Besides, it's not like Jared and Nicole are unwilling to have a wedding; it's just that various things have been holding them up.'"Gloria, I think we should put aside Nicole's wedding for now and focus on Stanley and Tia's wedding," Lulu said with a laugh, helping Nicole out, and then she winked at Nicole.Speaking of which, their wedding date is indeed approaching. How are the preparations going?" Nicole understood and smoothly changed the subject following Lulu's lead."Oh, everything is ready. I'll confirm the fina
Jared's lips curved slightly, and he gently kissed Nicole's forehead, saying, "Let's rest early tonight; we might receive good news first thing tomorrow.""Hopefully." Nicole replied with a playful smile, pulling Jared toward the bed.The next day dawned bright and sunny.After breakfast, Nicole and Jared dropped off Nolan and Lana and then headed to Riddle Corporation.Getting out of the car, Nicole gave Jared a smile and said, "I'm heading up.""Alright," Jared nodded slightly, "I'll come to pick you up after work."Watching Jared's car drive away, Nicole turned and entered the company building.Inside the car, Max spoke in a low voice, "Mr. Johnston, there's still no news from Zane's end. Could it have failed?""Let's wait a bit longer." Even if it was a failure, they should have received some sort of update from Zane."I wonder if something happened," Max muttered quietly.As they were speaking, Jared's phone rang.After seeing the caller ID, Jared answered, "How did it