"Where are Charles and Chicago? Haven't they woken up yet?"
Janna was still holding a suitcase, and without asking, one would know that besides her luggage, the suitcase undoubtedly contained gifts for Charles and Chicago.Almost every time, Janna did the same thing.As they were talking, Charles came downstairs, shuffling in his slippers.Seeing Janna, Charles froze. He had originally planned to fly away tonight.Now that he had seen Grandma Janna, it seemed he might not be able to leave.Janna ran towards Charles and scooped him up in a hug.She smothered his face with kisses, "I've missed my precious so much, haven't seen you for so long!"After showering him with several more kisses, Charles called out to Grandma Janna and then looked at Fiona.His eyes were filled with a silent plea, "Help!!"Fiona couldn't help but laugh through her tears.After 'saving' her son, she said, "Go and get Chicago. She's probably still lying in bed, refus"What diamond?" Janna looked at Chicago with affection. "I bought a tiara that just happens to have a few diamonds on it, right Chicago?"If the tiara was from Mrs. Janna, one could count on that tiara to be completely studded with diamonds. Each of the main stones must be at least ten carats."That's a bit much," Ashton mumbled."And you," Janna said with a disapproving glance at Ashton, "I haven't seen you in months, and look what you've become."Ashton paused, taking in her current appearance. She had returned late and drunk the night before, exhausted and she fell asleep without even removing her makeup. Now, her eye makeup was smeared, the foundation was a mess all over her face, and her hair was a tangled lump..."I'm hungover!" Ashton said, then turned to run upstairs, "Wait for me a minute!""My dear, make sure you don't end up like Ashton," Janna turned back to tease Chicago.Chicago, with a dreamy smile, thinking about the wonderful dream she ha
After saying her piece, Miss Ford, with the poise of a queen, left the meeting room with the click of her high heels.Half an hour later, she submitted her resignation to HR, and soon after packed her belongings and left Solomon.Driving away from the towering Solomon building, Miss Ford paused at the roadside.She looked back at the imposing structure one last time.She had come to Solomon right after university and worked hard there for nearly a decade.Now it was time for her to embark on her next journey!Miss Ford started the car and merged smoothly into the traffic.The small incident had made its way to Fiona's ears by lunchtime. Ever since Laura's last encounter with Lilian at RH Company, Laura had become more vigilant. She'd found out that Lilian had intentionally arrived at RH Company early that day. This had raised Laura's suspicions, and she watched her even more closely.The incident that had happened earlier that day during Solomon'
Lilian looked at Darwin, her tears falling like a constant stream, her hands trembling non-stop.Darwin had never seen Lilian like this. It reminded him of her once bright and cheerful appearance. If it hadn't been for him, she wouldn't have endured such painful experiences, nor would she be in her current predicament.Seeing that Darwin remained silent, Lilian suddenly changed her demeanor, hugging her knees and shaking her head repetitively, "I'm sorry, so sorry! I shouldn't have said all that to you! Just pretend I'm under medication and talking nonsense.""Lilian, have you been seeing a psychologist lately?" Darwin walked over and sat down beside her.Lilian glanced at him, "I'm better now... I don't need to see a psychologist anymore, it's just that today, I've been a bit upset."In the last couple of days, Lilian had been fixated on one thought, If she were humiliated, would Darwin stand up for her as he did the last time he met Chelsea?As it happened,
Chapter 194 Engagement BanquetFiona was speechless. Then it seemed like she realized something." Grandma seems fixated on, now she's got her heart set on me getting married, and she's even considering someone from Chicago! I've got to have a serious talk with her!" Charles' lips pressed into a thin line as he pondered for a moment. "It seems like it was Chicago who brought it up first," he said. Fiona was slightly confused. "She brought it up?" "Yup," Charles nodded, "Chicago really liked the uncle who bought her painting last time. She probably wants to set you two up." After saying this, Charles lifted his eyelids, watching Fiona quietly, as if gauging her reaction. Fiona's face was a picture of shock, "She wants... wants that uncle to be her dad?" Charles nodded again. Then he added with a disdainful coldness, "He doesn't seem like a good person, I don't like him." Fiona looked at Charles, her hands cradling the back of his h
Chapter 195 Will Love You Forever And AlwaysChris, who had been silent, spoke up calmly, "Auntie, Ashton has been doing well. She doesn't need your concern over her studies or work."Maria was slightly taken aback.Even Justin looked at his son in surprise."Chris is right," Justin quickly added, "you're too harsh on Ashton!"Maria came to her senses.She smiled awkwardly, "Is that so? If everyone feels that way, then I really need to reflect on this..."Ashton's appearance seemed like a brief interlude to their meeting. Soon, everyone returned to the topics they hadn't finished discussing.Meanwhile Ashton said to Chicago, "Loosen your grip, Chicago. Ashton can barely breathe."Yet Chicago continued to hold onto Ashton's neck."Why does Chris have to marry a woman he doesn’t know? If he marries a strange woman, what will you do?" Chicago couldn't understand.He and Ashton had kissed.Wasn't that a sign of affection?Why, then, in
She recognized the voice on the phone.That damned Chelsea had actually managed to hook up with Darwin.And Darwin's name for her... was Fiona.Had he really decided Chelsea was Fiona?The thought drove Lilian crazy!Initially, it was Darwin who couldn't forget himself and found Fiona to stand in for her.And now, he had abandoned her for Fiona!Was that fair?Before long, Darwin, who had just left, returned."Darwin, you forgot your phone," said Lilian apologetically as she handed him his phone, "There was a call just now. I was groggy and thought it was my phone, so I picked it up without thinking. But the person just stayed silent for a moment and hung up. You should call back quickly to see if it's something important."Darwin frowned slightly.He unlocked his phone.His expression darkened instantly when he saw Fiona's missed call."Was it an important call?" asked Lilian, feigning ignorance of the caller ID."Maybe," replied Darwin curtly, "You should rest."With that, he strode
"You really like Uncle that much, huh?" Janna poked Chicago's nose with a touch of jealousy.Chicago muttered in response, "Of course, he's great." He was so wonderful that Chicago wished he'd marry Mommy and become her husband, and Chicago's dad.But she couldn't say that out loud. It seemed Mommy didn't really like Uncle.While everyone was comforting Chicago, Charles was in a corner playing his game console, as though the noise of the world had nothing to do with him.Seeing this, Fiona squeezed next to him, "Charles, do you want to go with Chicago?""Where to?" Charles asked."The amusement park," Fiona replied.Charles's eyelids drooped, not bothering to lift them as he responded indifferently, "No."Fiona opened her mouth as if to say something, but ultimately remained silent.She just leaned against Charles, watching everyone fuss over Chicago.Chicago was quick to flare up and cooled down just as fast.In no time at all, Ashton had made her laugh so hard she blew a snot bubbl
No matter how much Chicago dawdled, the time for them to part arrived.In front of the nanny car, Darwin took out a box and handed it to Chicago, "This phone is for you, Chicago. I've installed a chat app and added myself to your contacts. Whenever you want to talk, just send me a message."Chicago took the box and finally couldn't hold back her sobs.Darwin hugged her with a pained heart."Be good, and I'll come to see you when I can," Darwin promised.Chicago didn't know how to tell Darwin.Mommy wouldn't allow her to see her uncle again."Uncle, I will work really hard on my painting and try to have an exhibition soon!"Then, when uncle came to her exhibition, they could meet again."Okay," Darwin patted Chicago's little head, "Get in the car now! It's late, and your parents must be worried."Chicago buried her head in the crook of Darwin's neck.In a muffled voice, she said, "Chicago doesn't have a dad."Darwin was startled, "What did you say, Chicago?""Chicago doesn't have a dad