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Chapter 157 Your Father Has Passed Away
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Obedient Surrogate No More Chapter 158 How Can There Be Someone So Similar?
"Family elders enjoy sparring. I often join them, that's all. You're pretty good too," Fiona said with easy grace.Family elders?Roy had heard that this lady might come from the Rhoads family. The elder in her family, could that be the famous Janna?"I'm willing to admit defeat. Bring the young master over to my place one day to pick something he likes.""No problem." Fiona answered with a smile. "Roy, you didn't invite me over just to play tennis, right? Time is precious, shall we sit down and talk? You can share some of your thoughts with me."Roy replied with a smile, "Then let's talk over tea."The two of them headed for the lounge.At that moment, someone called out to Roy.Is that Mr. Roy?"That voice... Fiona was taken aback for a moment.Roy turned around, his smile fading slightly, "Long time no see, last time was at Solomon's celebration, wasn't it?""That was years ago; you have a good memory," Lilian spoke, her gaze drifting to the slender figure. "And this is...?"Fiona
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After a pleasant dinner together, Roy and Lilian enjoyed their conversation immensely.When parting, Roy sincerely said, "To be honest, I have great admiration for you, Miss Robbins. If it were up to me, I would definitely put this deal in your hands. But... Chelsea has impressed all of our shareholders with her capabilities, there's hardly a day when someone isn't recommending her to me!"Lilian's smile remained unwavering."Chelsea has indeed fought some impressive battles these past few years. Not just your shareholders, I admire her myself. However, most of her clients are not from our side, and I'm afraid she might struggle to adapt to Armie Country."That was also Roy's concern.Even with last year's success with the national enterprise case, he still had his reservations.This was one reason why he didn't go straight into a partnership with Monsoon Investment and instead welcomed other companies to submit competing proposals."In any case, I have utmost confidence in both Solom
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In the heart of the city, there was a florist's shop, its dim yellow light visible through the fine rain.The somewhat plump shopkeeper leaned on the counter, looking bored, apparently waiting for someone.She glanced at the time.It was nearly eleven, surely the major client wouldn't come now?Just as she considered closing up for the night, the chime of the doorbell sounded.The shopkeeper straightened up immediately.At the entrance stood a man in a black suit, tall, with a dampness about him, walking in."Mr. Solomon, I thought you weren't coming!" The shopkeeper greeted him with a cheerful smile."I got held up on a business trip." Darwin spoke casually, "The flowers?""I've kept them for you!" The shopkeeper quickly brought out the flowers. "I still suggest that I deliver them to your place regularly, to save you the trouble.""No need." he refused as always and then left.After he departed, the shopkeeper belatedly realized that the gentleman hadn't carried an umbrella.She hes
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The conference room slowly emptied as people trickled out."Mr. Solomon is clearly playing favorites with Lilian!" hissed a few who had voiced their concerns earlier."Not necessarily." said Henry, who had been mostly silent, smiling at several people nearby."Henry, you've been with Mr. Solomon for over seven years. Do you have a different opinion about what just happened?" Henry replied with a chuckle, "Mr. Solomon is inscrutable; even I can't guess his intentions. But, do any of you really think Miss Robbins can compete with Chelsea?"The group exchanged glances uncertainly.Not waiting for a response, Henry grabbed his things and left.Miss Chelsea's style was decisive and efficient, swift like a cutting blade.Many seasoned veterans on Wall Street couldn't best her, and Lilian... He could admit that she had skills, but Chelsea was out of her league. Even compared to the former Secretary Woods, she fell short.She was all about opportunism.Had it not been for Mr. Solomon's name
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It was like the moment Mr. Solomon first saw Secretary Woods and couldn't take his eyes off her, keeping her by his side as a substitute for Miss Robbins.Thinking about what Secretary Woods went through all those years.Henry didn't dwell on it and made up his mind.One such incident was enough.Best not to bring harm to another innocent stranger.However, what Henry didn't know was that fate always has its own plans.Lilian chased after Darwin, "Darwin, come with me to the art exhibition this weekend, please?""I'm busy, find someone else." Darwin said, his tone indifferent."Darwin, can't we even be friends now?" Lilian clutched at his sleeve.Darwin frowned at her."That day is the day I was forced into marriage, I don't want to spend it alone." Lilian said, her eyes reddening.Darwin always felt a deep-seated guilt about it.After a moment of silence, he said, "Just this once."Lilian immediately smiled through her tears, "I knew I could count on you! You're the best!"As long as
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Fiona followed the florist's gesture and gazed at the bunches of flowers, pausing briefly.Besides the champagne roses, there were also sunflowers and purple daisies, the varieties she often ordered from this store.The florist seemed to truly appreciate the person who ordered these flowers.Before Fiona could collect her thoughts, she heard the florist saying, "There's this gentleman who comes in twice a week to buy flowers for his wife. In addition to the seasonal blooms, he always picks up sunflowers and purple daisies, probably his wife's favorites."Buying them for his wife, huh? Fiona mused."He must be very fond of his wife." Fiona responded, then pointed to a display behind the florist, "I'll take the sunflowers.""You have good taste. Our sunflowers here, if not the best in the whole Bay City, are certainly the best in the central district!"While chatting, the florist skillfully wrapped Fiona's flowers."Are these for someone special?" the florist asked."You could say that,
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Fiona couldn't help laughing and crying at the sight.She put down her flowers and woke up Ashton."Back already?" yawned Ashton."Let's each take one and get them to bed." Fiona suggested.Ashton nodded, still groggy, picked up Charles, who was closest to her, and carried him upstairs.Charles half-woke, blurred-eyed, saw his mom waving at him, and let his head drop back to sleep.Fiona, with a smile, scooped up Chicago, who was sleeping like a little piglet, and couldn't resist giving her cute cheek a kiss.Then she too climbed the stairs.Fiona gently kissed each of them goodnight, whispered softly that she loved them, and quietly left the room."How's it going? Is the project coming together?" Ashton yawned."More or less." nodded Fiona."I've nearly cleared up my company's affairs, and I can finally rest for a few days." said Ashton, visibly relaxing.Fiona congratulated her, then abruptly changed the subject, "By the way, I would have forgotten if you hadn't mentioned resting. A
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Darwin had always disliked crowded places.After entering, he glanced at the crowd and frowned subconsciously.At that moment, behind the scenes, Fiona planned to take Chicago and Charles away."The art show has already started... all the artists are here. It wouldn't look good without Chicago... what if someone wants to buy Chicago's paintings?" the art show manager said, clearly troubled."Mommy, I don't want to go!" Chicago clung to Fiona's fingers, looking pitiful."Wait just a minute, Chicago sweetheart, let me talk to your mom!" Ashton took Fiona's arm and led her into an office.Before Ashton could ask, she spoke first, "Darwin and Lilian have arrived."Ashton paused for a moment. Since Darwin had already met Chicago, he didn't see it as a big deal. "What are you afraid of? Although Chicago looks like both you and him, there are many people in the world who resemble one another. Why let that bitch couple spoil Chicago's good mood?"Today, Chicago was truly happy. The two painti
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As Ashton was sorting through the gifts, she too was reflecting on everything."Isn't my life just a series of bizarre twists?" she mumbled, looking down. "Finding out Chris was secretly going on blind dates behind my back, then breaking up. Watching him get engaged, and seeing my own mom take his fiancée's side, leading to our fallout. That should have been my rock bottom, right?"Fiona nodded in agreement.The day Ashton cut ties with her mom, she'd even bought her a plane ticket. She wanted to send her to some tranquil getaway for a much-needed vacation to relax and rejuvenate."Who would've guessed? Right after the falling out with my mom—a spur-of-the-moment decision—I ended up marrying Kenny. I was so down on my luck, I thought, 'How much worse can it get?'” Ashton chuckled ironically, then softened a bit. "But, who could have predicted how good Kenny would turn out to be? How he'd respect every single wish of mine."It was a kind of care that she hadn't felt since her dad had l
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Fiona was actually surprised. After all, she wasn't a saint without desires. It all made sense to just go with the flow and do what naturally came next. She might only berate herself later for succumbing to her cravings. But Darwin stopped, and that was beyond her expectations. In the past, this would have been unthinkable. It seemed as though... he really had learned to respect her.She pressed a quick, rewarding peck onto Darwin's lips, smiled, and teased, 'Mr. Solomon, maybe you should head to the bathroom?”Her smile was captivating and bright, causing Darwin's past five years of distressing memories to resurface. He pulled her into his arms again."Wife, I miss you so much, I'm starting to lose my mind," Darwin's voice shook, betraying his emotional turmoil. "I keep seeing your shadow at home, but when I chase after it, there's nothing... Thank goodness... this time I've really got you in my arms."Fiona listened to his voice laced with sobs, her heart aching with each word."Ser
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Darwin had always been self-centered in matters of intimacy. Whenever he desired, she couldn't refuse.In her haziness, Fiona felt like she was back in those times again."Don't be afraid."Sensing her anxiety and unease, Darwin softened, kissing her lips again and coaxing her with his gentle voice, "I won't force you. I'll wait until you're ready to truly accept me."In Fiona's misty eyes, desire began to cloud her vision. Her gaze often seemed distant and disconnected. As Darwin kissed her, her mind turned into mush, instinctively she kissed him back softly.Mr. Solomon just stood there, silent, his towering frame taut."You know exactly how to torture me," Darwin groaned, voice hoarse, as he peppered her neck with more fervent kisses."Be gentle..." Fiona clenched his hand. "You'll leave marks!"Darwin chuckled lowly, then tilted her chin, forcing her to meet his gaze, "Why fear my marks? Scared that man will see and get jealous?""No, it's not that…" Fiona turned away with a sligh
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Once finished, the anxiety within Lilian began to subside.Just wait a little longer, Lilian. All these nuisances will soon vanish.And then, you'll be there for Darwin with all your gentle warmth. He’ll eventually be moved, realizing you're the one for him...Lilian took a deep breath and exhaled.On her way out, she passed by the flower shop where Darwin made his purchase. From a distance, she had only glimpsed the type of flowers Darwin had bought and decided to buy the same kind.Inside the apartment, Darwin silenced his phone and tossed it aside."Why didn't you tell me? Worried I'd take Lilian's side?" he pulled her close and asked earnestly.For five years, she had lived in Lilian’s shadow, a daily reminder that she was merely a stand-in and that Lilian was the more important one—a notion that had likely seeped into her very marrow.This realization made Darwin wish he could travel back in time to give his younger self a good thrashing.He
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"The only person I've ever schemed for was Solomon. What could possibly make you believe I'd harm someone I don’t even know, like Miss Rhoads?" Lilian asked. "If that's truly how you see me, maybe it'd be better if you just kicked me out of Solomon's life..."Darwin had promised to protect Lilian.Hearing her say this, he felt a twinge of guilt.But...Darwin feared even more that because of the thorn that was Lilian, his wife’s heart, which had just started to soften toward him, would turn cold again.He was walking on eggshells just to avoid pushing her away.So..."I'm sorry, Lilian," Darwin said flatly. "There's no room for discussion."Lilian sat frozen in the car, as if her blood was slowly turning to ice.Even in her early days back in the country, Darwin had never protected Fiona like this.He used to drop everything to be at Lilian's side whenever she needed him, leaving Fiona behind.Now...Even when she tried to befriend Che
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Fiona gazed at Darwin, his face inexplicably brimming with pride."Lilian places great value on the RH Company project." She kept to herself the fact that Lilian had plagiarized her proposal, but Fiona wasn't about to let it slide.This was simply a clash of interests, and she felt no need to drag Darwin further into the fray, avoiding the mess of tangled priorities."Hmm," Darwin's smile faded slightly, "Her proposal is indeed impressive, but it pales in comparison to yours."Fiona studied him intently, searching his face for any hint of romantic sentiment towards Lilian.Her search ended in vain."What are you looking at?" Darwin pulled her closer by the waist, gazing up at her.Fiona brushed her fingertips gently across his cheek, causing him to nuzzle into her hand like a kitten seeking affection."Don't stay away too long, come back soon," he whispered softly, his voice barely a murmur.What he truly wanted to say was, "Don't leave."Thei
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Darwin had no clue about the sunny-side up egg story. Upon hearing it, his gaze immediately sought Fiona's.Fiona was clutching her burger too tight."Oh, why bring that up, mother?" the daughter-in-law chided softly, "I'm sorry about this.""It's fine," Fiona shook her head gently.Seeing Granny distressed, she excused herself to rest.Fiona stared at her burger, lost in thought.She had never imagined it.Her death had cast such a shadow, not only over her loved ones, but over those beyond her immediate circle.“It’s okay.” Darwin soothed her gently.Fiona cast another glance toward where the Hamburger Lady had disappeared and bowed her head to eat slowly.If the Hamburger Lady was so affected...What about Darwin?She had never been fully convinced of Darwin's love for her. It always seemed to her that his treatment of her was nothing more than possessiveness.Like an old belonging he didn’t want to discard, nor did he want anyo
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Darwin sat in the treatment room with Fiona sitting beside him, scrolling through messages on her phone, while a doctor attended to Darwin's wound."The wound's not too deep, but it's not superficial either. You'll have to watch your diet," the doctor advised after dressing the wound."Got it, thank you for your help," Fiona put away her phone and politely thanked the doctor.Then they left the treatment room together.Darwin's face was brimming with relief, "We really didn't have to come to the hospital for this."Fiona didn't look at him.Leading the way, she said over her shoulder, "I'm here to prevent someone from using their wounds as an excuse to get me to come back."At that,the joy visibly drained from Darwin's face."I would never do that," he murmured softly.Fiona finally stopped and turned to look at him, "Mr. Solomon, you're becoming shamelessly unprincipled. Aren't you embarrassed to say such things?""Hungry?" Darwin steppe
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“Monsoon Investment and I have always held deep respect for traditional industries. We hope that while guiding these industries through current challenges, we can also preserve the essence of the company's original culture as much as possible. Furthermore, we aim to highlight the significant contributions that RH Company has made to Armie Country and its citizens during challenging times. Monsoon Investment sincerely wishes to join hands with the esteemed shareholders of RH Company, to usher in the next era of brilliance,” Fiona concluded her address with a respectful bow.As she stepped down from the podium, the auditorium was quieter than expected.In contrast to the heated reactions to Lilian’s proposal, Fiona’s approach landed like a heavy punch right at the heart of RH Company’s shareholders. Lilian's face turned particularly sour.Chelsea's new strategy represented a complete shift.While the first proposal seemed, at first glance, to have a stronger pull on pe
