"Lilian, have you seen the trending topics? Did Darwin get married?"
These were the messages that flooded in.Lilian was initially dumbfounded.Who was with Mr. Solomon at yesterday's funeral?She opened the trending topics and panicked at the sight of those group photos.Reading the comments, there were many not discussing her.But the top comment was about her."So, the engagement mentioned before the first love, it's postponed to the next lifetime, huh?"Most of the replies sympathized with Lilian.But all Lilian could see were the scathing, mocking criticisms."Hey, Lilian is worlds away from the lady in this picture in terms of allure.""That dream of marrying into high society shattered!""Five years of hype, and she still hasn't snagged the title of Mrs. Solomon!""Mrs. Solomon’s eyes and gaze bear a striking 70 to 80 percent resemblance to Secretary Woods. So in the end, it's Secretary Woods who's Darwin's true love. LilianOn the surveillance screen.Darwin bent down to pick up the shattered phone.He fiddled with it for a moment.It was clear, the phone was beyond repair.He called a kid over, exchanged a few words, and the child hurried off, returning shortly with a new phone in hand.Darwin took the phone, seemingly thanked the kid, and dialed a number. Moments later, a phone in Chicago rang with an unfamiliar number.Before Janna Rhoads could speak up, Chicago eagerly answered the call, "Uncle!""How did Chicago know it was uncle?" came Darwin's gentle voice, tinged with amusement, from the other end.Chicago realized she had slipped up but quickly covered, "Only uncle would call Chicago!""Right," Darwin chuckled softly, "Uncle had a bit of an accident and broke his phone. I didn't scare you, did I?""Nope," Chicago shook her head, not mentioning her earlier fears of a kidnapping.Charles withdrew to his computer, his eyelids drooping, and whispered to
Janna Rhoads furrowed her brow deeply.In the past, she would have immediately reassured Charles that such a thing hadn't happened.But now...Looking at these photos stacked one after another.The two of them might not haven been just compatible—they seemed like a match made in heaven, a perfect couple.She couldn't be sure of the answer any longer.But...She turned to Charles, this young child, suddenly finding on the internet that his mother married a stranger.He must be worried, perhaps even afraid?Janna racked her brain, then wrapped her arms around Charles, her voice gentle and filled with affection: "Charles, no matter who Mommy marries in the future, you and Chicago will always be the most important to her. So don't worry, okay? Grandma will always be here to support you and your sister!"Charles gazed at Janna Rhoads.A child so young can be a genius in intellect, but in matters of the heart, things aren't as clear.Why he
When Darwin finally had his fill, Fiona seized her chance and shoved him back. He stumbled, steadying himself and glancing at his bloodied thumb."You didn't bite it off; you still love me," Darwin declared, a wild look in his eyes.Fiona's gaze met his, a chill slithering up her spine."Darwin, I never wanted to make an enemy out of you," Fiona said, wiping her mouth with disgust. The taste of blood lingered, making her uneasy.Darwin's gaze was somber as he watched her. "You left me no choice," Fiona uttered, emphasizing each word. "From now on, it's you and me, Solomon and the Rhoads family, on opposing ends.""Fine by me!" Darwin replied instantly, without a hint of hesitation."We'll see how Janna Rhoads, coasting through the golden years of her life, copes with the chaos I'll bring!" Darwin locked eyes with Fiona. "I've told you, Fiona, nothing matters to me except for you. Anyone who stands in the way of me taking you back will have an eternal enemy in
"Amusing, isn't it?" Fiona eyed Darwin with a look that dripped exasperation."So, you think a few more kisses will change something?""If it won't change anything, why not enjoy a few more?" With that, Darwin brazenly wrapped his arms around her waist and kissed her deeply.Fiona was speechless.Well, it was clear what had changed about Darwin. His thick skin—now seemingly impervious to any sense of shame.After showering her with kisses, Darwin clung to Fiona. "Baby, I really have changed... Give me another shot, just one more chance, please?"His plea was heartfelt.Fiona couldn't help but sigh. "Darwin, what were you planning to do if I hadn't shown up at the funeral yesterday?" she didn't answer his question, instead changing the subject."Who can say?" Darwin's lips grazed her earlobe as he spoke softly. "What matters is you were there, and that was the best outcome.""Stop it!" Fiona pushed at Darwin.But he clung tighter. "You haven't
The studio team was abuzz with energy as if they'd all been injected with adrenaline. Only Laura remained clear-headed amidst the excitement."Is Miss Robbins the current flame?" she wondered.Curiosity had gotten the better of her earlier that day, leading her to do a quick internet search. The rumors linking Miss Robbins and Darwin had been persistent, yet Darwin had never publicly acknowledged any romantic involvement with her. Moreover, on the day of Darwin's car accident, he had called out for Chelsea as his 'wife'—a subtle but telling detail.Laura mused over the delicacy of the situation as she scrolled through her phone's photo gallery. She found a picture of Secretary Woods, who had tragically passed away in a plane crash, and couldn't help but notice the striking resemblance to Chelsea. Chelsea had claimed that Darwin was once her fiancé. To the public's knowledge, the only fiancée Darwin had ever acknowledged—apart from the one he had personally denied, Hathaw
The young woman who posted the video was initially worried about not capturing a clear frontal shot and the possibility of trouble that might follow. But as the video's popularity exploded, her concerns were swept away by the overwhelming response.As the tide of skepticism about Darwin reached its peak, she felt the timing was right and released another video, this time with a clear shot of the subject's face. The caption read: "Enough with the Darwin bashing. Didn't want to disturb the tycoon's lady with a frontal, but trolls know no limits. Here comes the truth!"With the release of this new video, the level of discussion skyrocketed. Those who had previously shipped Secretary Woods with Mr. Solomon and had looked down on Darwin's supposed marriage were mostly staying out of it, preferring to turn a blind eye.But this photo changed everything. Fans of Secretary Woods and Darwin, those rooting for Darwin's first love, and the latest tycoon and CEO's darling wife were
The feeling of complete freedom was simply too comfortable.Breathing seemed even smoother than usual.Kenny had invested in a lot of real estate in Bay City.He picked out some of the best properties in terms of location and layout, and Charles took her to see them.Three of the properties hit all of Ashton's preferences perfectly: the neighborhood's ambiance, the geographical location, and the design.In the end, Ashton chose the one that was most convenient for Kenny's commute to work.After selecting the house, Kenny handed her a few forms to think over and fill out at her leisure.They were all about the interior design and functional requirements.Handing over the forms, Kenny said earnestly, "This will be our home for a long time to come. I want to make sure that Mrs. Walker feels completely satisfied and comfortable. It would make me very happy."Ashton briefly shared with Fiona the process of choosing their new home.Stirring the fros
That night.The restlessness lingered in the air— and little Charles wasn't immune.Ever since he stumbled upon the morning's trending debacle of his mother and the nefarious dad, his attention stayed hooked. The afternoon's indiscretions, for a child like Charles, packed an overwhelming punch.He tiptoed out of his bed, gravitating towards his sister's room.The gloom from her trip to Chicago seemed to have lifted after her call with Darwin. Joy had blossomed over her—so much so, that her tranquil slumber was painted with a smile.Charles watched her, lost in deep contemplation.On the internet, the rumor mill churned tirelessly. The tale of Darwin’s new bride and the supposed stand-in for Secretary Woods had been the stuff of rampant speculation for two days straight. Despite the buzz, the Solomon PR team, and the Solomon family at large remained silent. The identity of the woman bearing an uncanny resemblance to Secretary Woods? A mystery no one seemed eag