The party was warm and vibrant, with men and women chatting happily with one another.As the host announced the start of the event, a series of mini-games to promote communication between men and women were put on the big projected screen. The host selected five pairs of couples to match on the spot, and their names were all displayed on the screen in turn.The rules of the game are very demanding. As for the first task, the men were required to carry the women and walk around the banquet hall!A girl next to Catelyn secretly winked at her. "The rules of this game must have been thought up by men. It's just so disadvantageous for the girls!"Catelyn followed and nodded. "I just hope that I won't be drawn."Ding!"32!" Just as Catelyn was making a silent wish, the host called out her number all of a sudden.Instantly, she quickly became the center of attention.The men all hoped to be matched with Catelyn. The numbers on the screen started rolling and eventually landed at 21.
Catelyn pretended to close her eyes, waiting for the 'kiss' to come.She could feel Jerrad's breath getting closer and realized something was wrong.It was too late.A layer of icy temperature landed on Catelyn's lips. She opened her eyes and saw Jerrad's evil-looking face right in front of her.He was about to kiss her right before everyone!Catelyn's eyes widened in shock, and she instinctively wanted to push him away and slap him in the face.However, Jerrad was a step quicker than her. He pinned her shoulders down, keeping her from moving.Catelyn felt anxious. She was about to raise her knee and ram it against Jerrad.Thud!A strong wind swept past her ears. In the next moment, Jerrad's neckline was grabbed by a hand, and his whole body was overturned to the ground.Catelyn turned her head and saw that it was Cedrick who slammed Jerrad down.She suddenly became nervous, and her heart was thumping incessantly.How could this be so coincidental?'It's over. It's all o
'Oh, now Catelyn is acting all sweet, eh?'Cedrick could not help but sneer silently in his heart.With one hand on the wall, his strong chest pressed against Catelyn's body. "I saw that you completely forgot me when you went back to the Athertons. I asked you to call me so we could meet, but you dare to go on a blind date? Am I dead to you already?""No, no!" Catelyn put her little hand gently on his chest as if coaxing a furious lion. "Grandma sent someone to watch me. There's no chance for me to meet you…""But there's a chance for a blind date, hmm?" sneered Cedrick."I wanted to meet you after the party," said Catelyn. She raised her right hand up and swore, her clear eyes looking at him aggrieved.Meanwhile, Alfred and Jean had just finished their meal. They were chatting casually while waiting for the elevator.Ding! The door of the elevator opened.What Alfred and Jean saw next startled them.In the elevator, Cedrick was pinning a girl in the corner. His one arm was
Catelyn looked at Cedrick's gloomy face as she held the phone in one hand. She could not help but laugh.She shrugged helplessly and gave him an apologetic look."We're fine, Grandma. Sorry for making you worried," said Catelyn."I know that you are all grown up, and you can decide for yourself. However, I think Cedrick is really not suitable for you. Don't get close to him anymore, or you'll make me sad," replied Old Madam Atherton.She did not want to mention anything about Cedrick's illness for fear that she would cling to him even tighter and not let him go.However, if Cedrick made Catelyn pregnant again…They both would become even more inseparable.If Cedrick could not live a long life, Catelyn would end up a widow!Catelyn immediately blushed. She may be an open-minded person, but she still would not talk about her private life with her grandmother. She mumbled, "I understand, Grandma. Well, I didn't really want to go on a blind date as well. Could we not arrange a party like t
Catelyn's eyes dimmed. She now understood why Grandma developed such a deep hatred toward the Masons.If she was in Old Madam Atherton's shoes, and if someone were to use her to frame her father and leave her after a miscarriage, she would probably not let this go for the rest of her life.Catelyn suddenly held Cedrick's hand. "Let's work together and let grandma know that you're different from Grandpa Mason. I'm sure she would bless us then," she said."Okay," replied Cedrick, his voice a little hoarse.He would not let go of her hand. Even if he lost his memory after taking medicine that night, he would never let her go."I just want to be with you forever. No Masons or Athertons can get in our way," said Cedrick.Catelyn was amused by his sudden statement and asked, "Aren't you afraid you'll grow tired of me?"Cedrick narrowed his eyes. "Are you?"She hurriedly changed her words. "I've watched my son for three years, and I still haven't gotten tired, so I'm sure that I won't
"I'm sorry, Stella. I should've visited you earlier." Cedrick's expression softened, and he admitted that his attitude turned better.Stella, however, got goosebumps as she stammered, "T—Thank you, Master Cedrick. May I have a few words with Cat?"Cedrick got the hint and glanced at Catelyn, who just happened to wink at him. He then nodded lightly and headed out, giving Stella some time to recover from the shock."I'll be waiting for you outside. If you need help, just call me.""Alright."With that, only Catelyn and Stella were left in the quiet ward.Stella seemed dehydrated as she looked visibly dry, although there were cold sweats on her forehead and the back of her neck. After Cedrick left, Stella's breathing became stable. She grabbed Catelyn's hand and said solemnly, "Cat, you must leave Master Cedrick. He's a dangerous man!""Mom, don't think like that. Ceddy treats me very well..."Stella struggled to find words to further assert herself. After all, the relationship be
Stella took about three minutes for her mood to gradually settle.She breathed heavily, and Catelyn fed her half a glass of juice. The moment the sweet taste greeted her taste buds, she felt freshened as her panic dissipated.Still, she did not dare to look at Cedrick."Stella, if I wanted you to die, there are a thousand ways to do so. Why would I drive my car to hit you?" reasoned Cedrick, intending to extract information the best he could. "Think about it again: Did anything special happen that night? Or…is there something different about the perpetrator?"Catelyn also tried to make Stella jog her memory, adding, "I also believe that Ceddy is not the criminal who tried to kill you. Could you recall everything?"Stella took another sip of the juice, covered her forehead, and immersed herself in thought.That night, to escape from Quinn, she ran downstairs without calling the police because she did not want her daughter to be caught.As soon as she got to the side of the road,
Catelyn promised Stella that Quinn would be safe."I've hired a criminal defense lawyer for her. The lawyer said that she's not the mastermind but an accomplice, so the sentence shouldn't be too severe if she has a good attitude and is willing to cooperate."Catelyn also told Stella the truth that Quinn would not be acquitted.She was a criminal who attempted to poison her biological mother, which severely conflicted with the law and morality.Stella secretly shed tears, and her eyes were covered with a gray fog of despair. "I tried to stop her long ago, but she didn't listen… Maybe it's best for her to be imprisoned. There's no material temptation there, a—and maybe she can change her mind. In the future when she's released, she'll get to embrace a new life."…The sky was gloomy, and it started drizzling when Catelyn and Cedrick left the hospital.Cedrick's car was parked in the parking lot.He was about to enter the driver's seat, but Catelyn stopped him, and the atmosphere
Chapter 1943"Just 999 dollars! It will bring you a long, happy life together."The vendor stared at Catelyn with eager eyes, frantically trying to sell his products.Cedrick looked down at Catelyn tenderly and asked, "Do you like it?"Catelyn picked up a charm to take a look, smiling, "It's not bad, but is it too expensive?"The charm was a good symbol. However, it was just casually made, not worth that much. This vendor was clearly trying to rip them off."As long as you like it, it has value."Cedrick raised his chin. Eason immediately handed over 10 hundred-dollar bills.The vendor gazed at the dollar bills with glowing eyes, took them with trembling hands, and chose a perfect charm for Catelyn and Cedrick.Cedrick took the charm and connected Catelyn's hand and his with it.His long, slender fingers moved. Even the slightest movement was very pleasant. Coupled with the romantic atmosphere, it was so beautiful.Joanne got excited as she watched them, clamoring, "I want o
Chapter 1942"Oh my, Evelyn made the shop assistant kneel to put her shoes on? That was too much! Does she think she's a noble princess?""Check out this video. Evelyn framed Mrs. Mason at the mall with a big belly.""Even a beast won't harm its children. Evelyn risked her child's life! How can she be so cruel?""Bah! Mr. Mason is handsome and rich. Evelyn actually cheated on him!""Her lover is too ugly. Evelyn has terrible taste.""Ahhh, Evelyn moaned so lewdly in the video. How can this man compare to Mr. Mason? I want to vomit..."As people online questioned and criticized Evelyn, her reputation completely collapsed, and she quickly became notorious.Cedrick became the victim of this incident.Cedrick sat in the car, looking at the responses on the Internet. He nodded and said, "You did a good job."To create the illusion that Evelyn cheated on Cedrick, Eason used AI technology to change Ralph's face into a stranger's in the videos of Evelyn and him having sex. "Thank
Chapter 1941Evelyn's voice paused, and her eyes were vicious and angry as she questioned hysterically, "But I did everything out of love for you!"Cedrick wanted to laugh. "Thank you, Ms. Swan. Although your love makes me sick, I have kindly prepared a gift for you."Evelyn looked at him in fear and confusion when she saw a familiar figure walk in through the door.The visitor was just as tall, straight, and handsome as Cedrick. It was amazing to see any difference in their appearance."It's you? You're Ralph?" exclaimed Evelyn, her stomach lurching.For so many nights, she had sex with Ralph, the imposter. No wonder the baby she gave birth to was so disgusting too."Little bitch, long time no see. I missed you so much."Ralph grinned and walked toward Evelyn with lustful eyes."Go away! Go away!"Evelyn frantically waved her pillow, trying to repel Ralph, but these attacks were like a kitten's playing in Ralph's eyes.Ralph smiled evilly, dragged Evelyn down from the hospi
Chapter 1940A few seconds later, she tore up the piece of paper regardless and looked at Cedrick with crazy eyes, "I'm your wife! It's Mrs. Mason in name only! All of this is a lie. My daughter is your child! And could only be your child!"Cedrick sneered, his deep eyes icy, "Think what you want, as long as you're happy."His voice was deep, pleasant, and charming, but what he said sent chills down Evelyn's spine.Evelyn looked at him incredulously. The smile on Cedrick's lips became even more fascinating. "There's something I forgot to mention. Are you sure the person you married is me? My wife is Catelyn from the beginning."Previous images flashed through Evelyn's mind. She thought of Cedrick's different attitudes. His passion, his impatience... Scene by scene, frame by frame, it was like a horrible movie, making her shiver."Cedrick, you indeed lied to me..."Evelyn stared at Cedrick with hatred, her eyes paranoid and mad."Even if my child is not yours and I didn't marry
Chapter 1939"I'm satisfied," Cedrick smiled dangerously, his eyes emotional.It was a smile that made Evelyn feel extremely alarmed."Then ... show me the baby."Cedrick looked at Evelyn condescendingly, his deep eyes full of coldness. "Eason."Eason respectfully carried the baby over to the hospital bed. "Mrs. Mason, please."Evelyn took the child in surprise and lifted the swaddling blanket on the baby.Although it was a girl, Evelyn gave birth to her. Naturally, Evelyn loved her.Yet the moment she saw the baby's face, Evelyn's face suddenly changed, and she quickly threw the baby away, leaning down and vomiting."No, it's not my baby! It's not my baby!"'How can she possibly be my child?' The baby was deformed. Her little face was bruised. Her eyes, nose, and mouth were all tightly grown together. She looked extraordinarily horrible..."Mrs. Mason, this is your baby!"Eason nimbly caught the baby that almost fell to the floor and brought it back to Evelyn."Take her a
Chapter 1938"Now, all of you, stop talking nonsense and do your job. We'll have an easy time when she has given birth."The doctor reprimanded and turned to go back to his office.Inside the room, Evelyn scrolled through the videos and news with a bitter smile.These days after she came back, Cedrick visited her every day and was photographed by many reporters and media. Now the news was all about her and Cedrick being in love.Yet only she knew that Cedrick always left soon after he came, never staying longer than fifteen minutes.'Is it really because he's too busy working?'When she thought of Summer and Braylon, who came in and out together affectionately, a glint of jealousy flashed in Evelyn's eyes.If only Cedrick could always stay by her side as Braylon did to Summer.Soon, it was Evelyn's due date."Cedrick, I'm so scared..."Evelyn grabbed Cedrick's sleeve, sweating in pain. "I can't take it anymore. I want a C-section with general anesthesia..."With a cold ligh
Chapter 1937The nurse rushed to support Evelyn.Evelyn looked flustered and headed back to the ward."Has anyone touched my things?"Evelyn came back like a different person. The condescension she had when she first arrived disappeared.'Braylon is no ordinary man. What if he really wants to help Summer get back at me?'Evelyn subconsciously rubbed her belly. She mustn't let anything happen to her child. She called the nurse and said coldly, "Ask the doctor to come here! I suspect someone has poisoned me."The nurse gave her a frightened look and murmured, "Mrs. Mason, how is this possible?""I don't care! Go get the doctor to check everything in the room. I will not allow anyone to hurt my child!" Evelyn yelled in a stern voice as her eyes went crazy.The nurse called the doctor in fear, and the doctor came, checked everything, and said resignedly, "Mrs. Mason, we assure you that everything here is qualified and absolutely free of any harmful substances. You can relax."Eve
Chapter 1936Evelyn nodded with satisfaction and asked with a smile, "Did Cedrick arrange this for me?"Eason thought to himself, 'Mr. Mason has no time for her.' Yet he smiled, "Of course, Mrs. Mason. If there's nothing else, I'll go back now."Evelyn smiled and nodded, "Go ahead. There are so many nurses here. They can take care of me."Cedrick had arranged the best labor and delivery room for Evelyn. Three nurses worked 24-hour shifts, so she would have someone to serve her at any time.Evelyn walked into the glass corridor, looking out at the sunshine and green grass. Suddenly, she saw a familiar figure."Who's that woman on the bench?"Evelyn's eyes went cold as she frowned and asked the young nurse next to her.The young nurse came over and asked with a puzzled look, "Mrs. Mason, which one do you mean?" "The old woman on the bench."A sneer appeared on Evelyn's lips, and her tone was acerbic.The nurse gave Evelyn a surprised look. "This lady is Mrs. Hensley, who live
Chapter 1935Cedrick was silent for a moment, counting the time. Indeed, Evelyn's due date was approaching.The smile on his mouth grew colder as he thought about what was going to happen."I'll have Eason pick you up.""I know you're busy. It's okay to have Eason pick me up, but I want to see you as soon as I get back."Evelyn smiled sweetly, not bothering with these details.As long as Cedrick cared about her, it was the same whoever came to pick her up.Evelyn touched her round belly, and her expectant face gradually became worried.'It's said that a sharp belly predicts a son and that a round belly predicts a daughter. My belly is so round. Will I have a daughter?'Meanwhile, Cedrick hung up the phone, casually threw it to the bedside, lay back down, and pulled the soft Catelyn into his arms.Half asleep, Catelyn heard Evelyn speaking arrogantly on the phone and slumped against Cedrick's chest."Evelyn's coming back?"Cedrick nodded slightly, a little impatient. "She's