The call from Hathaway was like a sudden storm, catching Darwin off guard for a moment. He had expected some fallouts from his maneuvers against Joseph, but he hadn't anticipated that it would stir the Ross family's hornet's nest so vigorously."Hathaway, you should know that I don't need to play such games," Darwin replied, his voice calm and controlled. "The Ross family's affairs are none of my business unless they interfere with mine."There was a pause on the other end of the line, and Darwin could almost picture Hathaway's frown, her mind racing to connect the dots."Fine," Hathaway finally said, though the skepticism was evident in her tone. "But if I find out you're involved, there will be consequences."Darwin's lips curled into a faint, cold smile. "I would expect nothing less."As he ended the call, Darwin's thoughts wandered back to Fiona. He couldn't help but wonder if his actions had indirectly caused her any distress. He had intended to protect her, but Darwin knew the w
Hathaway's realization was like a cold wave washing over her, leaving her shivering with the stark truth. She had always been the golden child, the one who would bring the Ross family further prestige through an advantageous marriage. But now, she felt like a pawn discarded after a bad play, her value diminished and her future uncertain.Jones knelt beside her, her own face a mask of concern. "Miss, sometimes we must face harsh truths. You are strong and have always been. You must stand up and confront this situation head-on."Hathaway raised her head, her eyes glistening with unshed tears, yet there was a new resolve in her gaze. "Yes, you're right. I have to think about this clearly. Darwin has made his stance clear, and I cannot force him to change his mind. But I can still protect my family's interests and my own dignity."She stood up, brushing off her dress, her posture regaining some of its usual poise. "I will talk to my father. We need to reassess our strategy and perhaps fin
Early the next morning, a breaking news story made its way to the top of the hot search list, going viral."#Solomons and Ross Family Peacefully Break Off Engagement#"Clicking into the article, the reason for the broken engagement was revealed. After spending time together, the couple realized they were incompatible. Both parties chose to end the engagement and continue their relationship as friends. The ongoing alliance between the Solomons and the Ross Family would not be affected by the breakup.Ashton saw the news and immediately called Fiona.Fiona was still asleep, groggily answering the phone. She heard Ashton's excited voice on the other end, "Sweetheart!! Are you still sleeping? Wake up! Darwin and that foreign lady have broken off their engagement!"Fiona took a moment to react, then opened her eyes and asked, "What did you say?""I said Darwin really broke off the engagement!" Ashton exclaimed.Fiona sat up, put the call on speakerphone, and checked her Weibo. Sure enough,
ones one by one? When her mother was buried, she was just a little girl!! Where were you all at that time? Do you know what she said to me when her grandmother passed away? She said she had no family left in this world!! And where were you all at that time?"As he spoke, the uncle put the flowers back."You didn't care when she was alive, but now you're putting on a show for the dead, how hypocritical! You can give these flowers to whoever you like, let someone else deliver them!"After saying that, the uncle walked away."This guy..." the young man looked at Janna, "Madam, should we still go inside?""He just said, what's my granddaughter's name?" Janna Rhoads snapped out of her thoughts and asked in a deep voice."It seems to be Xiaomeng," the young man replied.Janna Rhoads didn't know why, but she subconsciously thought of Fiona."Did he also say that Xiaomeng has no remaining family?" Janna Rhoads asked again."That seems to be what he meant," the young man nodded.Janna Rhoads s
In reality, Fiona didn't feel that it made any difference whether she had a father or not. However, she had to address the root of the problem."Fiona, you're still young... you...""You're not trying to persuade me not to have children, are you?" Fiona looked surprised.Janna looked at her and continued with care, "If it wasn't Darwin's children, I wouldn't advise you...""Grandma Rhoads, the babies in my belly is my only blood relatives in this world. I won't give up for any reason!" Fiona suddenly became serious."No!" Tears fell from Janna’s eyes. She thought how could Fiona say that only the babies were her blood relative? She had so many other loved ones!Stuart came in with a prepared fish soup."Alright, let's not talk about this anymore. Your health is the most important." Fiona took the soup from Stuart's hands and fed it to Janna. "You haven't found your granddaughter yet, so you can't give up like this."Janna Rhoads nodded.Fiona fed Janna the soup, by the spoonful, gentl
Darwin took Lilian to the hospital. Shortly after, Lilian's friend Mia also arrived in a rush."I knew she came to find you!" Mia looked at Lilian, pale-faced, wiping away her tears. "Actually, she came back a while ago, and as soon as she returned, she wanted to find you. But the news of your engagement spread the next day. You know her, she has a kind heart. Knowing that you were getting married, she couldn't disturb you anymore but she lost her will to live as well."Darwin looked at Mia. "What do you mean?""On the day of your engagement, she probably couldn't bear it anymore and swallowed a bottle of sleeping pills. Luckily, she was discovered in time.”Darwin clenched his fists."The reason she came to see you this time is because she knew you had called off the engagement," Mia continued. "Mr. Solomon, you may not know how much Lilian loves you."Darwin remained silent.After a moment, a nurse came and asked about the patient's medical history."She has severe depression and a
Mia watched as Darwin walked away."You're overthinking it, aren't you? He's usually cold and indifferent, but today he's been sticking to you like glue, hardly eating anything." Lilian sneered."But he's been absent-minded," Mia said. "Maybe he's thinking about how to deal with that stand-in? After all, the true main character has returned," Mia mentioned the stand-in with a disdainful expression.Lilian remained silent and walked towards the residential area.During the night, a drizzle of cold rain began to fall. The cold air penetrated to the bones. Darwin parked the car by the roadside and sat inside, smoking cigarette after cigarette. It continued until late into the night. Only then did Darwin start the car and drive, aimlessly, until he arrived near Fiona's apartment. For so many years, Fiona had always been a source of comfort for him. He parked the car. With weary steps, Darwin made his way to Fiona's apartment. Thinking that Fiona wasn't home, he directly unlocked the doo
Fiona looked at Darwin in utter surprise, and all her lingering doubts vanished. She caressed Darwin's cheek, and he immediately leaned into her palm like a big, affectionate dog."I have been planting trees for five years, and now it's time for me to enjoy the shade for a lifetime," Fiona replied."So, Fiona, do you also like me?" Darwin urgently asked.Fiona gazed at Darwin and shook her head. The smile on Darwin's face visibly faded away. But then, Fiona said, "Darwin, I think... I love you."Darwin froze. "If you love me, why did you leave me before?" Darwin asked."I love you, but I can't be a mistress," Fiona retorted with a huff. "And besides, someone had previously set a rule for me not to fall in love with you, right?""Someone is such a bastard!" Darwin cursed.Fiona looked at Darwin, thinking, Darwin, I have poured out my heart to you. I hope you won't disappoint me."I'm so happy!" Darwin hugged Fiona tightly and kissed her cheek again.Fiona couldn't help but laugh and cr