"Alright, Bob, I'm heading upstairs now. You should get some rest too."Haley waved to the butler and dashed upstairs. Watching her retreating figure, the butler smiled warmly. "Madam has become so cheerful. It's wonderful."He remembered when Haley first moved into the Violet Grove. She was always calm and gentle but rarely smiled, often appearing somewhat melancholic. He had even caught her lost in thought a few times. Fortunately, those days were behind her now. With a new life and a brighter personality, she seemed happier.Thinking about the love between her and Shane, the butler couldn't help but smile with satisfaction.Unaware of the butler's thoughts, Haley quietly retrieved an item from her bag and hid it after returning to her room. After a shower, she started watching a drama, waiting for Shane to come home. It was around eleven when Shane finally walked in, looking exhausted but still exuding his usual grace and charm.Haley opened her arms and gave him a sweet sm
Even from a distance, Haley felt a tingle in her ears at the sound of Shane's husky voice, sending shivers down her spine. Her cheeks flushed as she quickly pulled out something hidden beneath the pillow. "Here, this is for you."Shane took it, his eyes widening as he realized what it was. "An ultrasound report?"Haley nodded, smiling as she pointed to the image. "The doctor said our baby is doing very well. Even though the body isn't fully developed yet, you can tell it's getting all the nutrients it needs. And soon, we'll be able to hear the baby's heartbeat."The sight of the ultrasound filled her with an overwhelming sense of happiness. Shane stared at the report for a long moment, speechless.Haley nudged his chest gently. "What's wrong?"Shane snapped out of his reverie, pulling Haley into his arms, letting her rest her head on his shoulder. "I’m just feeling a bit sentimental. I never imagined there’d be a little one in my life, carrying on our family.""Are you happy?"
*Knock, knock* The office door was knocked on. While signing documents, Haley said, "Come in."Layla entered from outside and said, "Miss Haley, I just contacted the person in charge of Willow Sky Fashion. They want to speak with you directly."Willow Sky Fashion was a clothing company that had risen rapidly in recent years, specializing in high-end fashion lines. In just two years, it had gained a reputation on par with Morning Dew Design Co.However, the company's owner had always been very mysterious, rarely appearing in public.Haley had always wanted to collaborate with this company but had been turned down every time. She never expected them to actively reach out to JY and request a meeting with her.Haley pondered for a moment and said, "Respond to them that I agree. Let them decide the location."Although she was unsure of their intentions, it certainly piqued Haley’s interest.Layla nodded and quickly made the call.Soon, Layla returned, "They've scheduled the meet
Haley's lips curved into a slight smile. "You haven't changed much. You're still as enigmatic as ever."William looked surprised for a moment, then chuckled softly. "I'll take that as a compliment.""Let's get to the point. You didn't invite me out just to catch up, did you?""You're as sharp as ever, Miss Haley." William pulled a file from his bag and handed it to her. "I'm here to discuss a potential collaboration."Haley didn’t even glance at the file. "JY is currently on a strong upward trajectory. I’m sure many companies would love to partner with us. What makes you think Willow Sky Fashion could catch my interest?"William responded calmly, "While there are many fashion companies, Willow Sky Fashion stands out in terms of scale, quality, and reputation. I believe that as a capable decision-maker, you will make the right choice.""Can I ask why you’re so keen on partnering with JY? Our relationship is still a bit awkward."William smiled lightly. "The relationship between m
"You went through all this trouble. What's in it for you?" Haley looked at William, puzzled.William chuckled and revealed his true intentions. "I want shares in the Ford Corporation and I want to cause trouble for Shane.""Well, you've got the wrong person. Why should the Ford Corporation’s shares go to you? Just because you’re an illegitimate child?"William nodded. "So what if I’m an illegitimate child? I have inheritance rights too. But Shane and his mother refused to share the inheritance with us and tried to destroy us."He returned solely for revenge."If it weren’t for Shane and Mrs. Ford Sr., my mother wouldn’t have died."Mentioning his mother, William's expression twisted with barely contained anger.Haley looked at him calmly. "I don’t know what happened back then or understand the grudges between you, but I can tell you clearly that my mother-in-law and Shane aren’t like that."William laughed mockingly. "Haley, you’re so naive. Do you not understand that people ca
His words hit Haley like a thunderclap, leaving her head spinning and her mind blank for a long time. How did Joe find out that Yvonne was still alive after all these years of being carefully protected by Charles?Joe took Haley's silence as confirmation. Realizing he had been kept in the dark for so long filled him with rage. "So it's true, then? When did you find out? No wonder you've had the confidence to go against me lately. You have a backer now!"Haley, you'd better tell me where Yvonne is, or don't blame me for what I'll do next!"The constant yelling in her ear snapped Haley back to reality. She suppressed her emotions, keeping a calm facade despite the turmoil inside. "I don't know what you're talking about. You personally buried Mom. Shouldn't you know best?"Joe was momentarily stunned, his anger giving way to confusion. That's right. He had personally handled Yvonne's body and buried her after she died in the hospital. The medical equipment had shown her heart
Twenty years ago, when Charles was still the head of the Fisher family, Joe had seen him at a banquet. How could Yvonne be with him? Joe's mind filled with questions, but there was no one to answer them.He picked up his phone and started searching for information about Charles online. To his surprise, he found some clues. There were numerous rumors about Charles, saying that over twenty years ago, he had given up his position as head of the Fisher Corporation for a woman. Five years ago, coinciding with the year Yvonne supposedly died, Charles announced his marriage.Few had seen Charles’s wife, but in occasional photos from banquets, a figure could be spotted at the edges. Even if only a partial view of her back or profile was visible, Joe’s heart raced with realization. That was Yvonne! He would recognize her anywhere, even if she had turned to ashes.Joe knew he had to investigate. Yvonne might be dead, but she was still his wife. How could she be with another man? However,
Zoe applied her makeup while speaking. She had been spending time with a few wealthy men lately and hadn't rested in days. The fatigue showed on her face, and she had to cover it with thick concealer to hide her age. When Xena heard her mother, her eyes lit up. "Okay, I'll head over now."Upon arriving at the hospital, the strong smell of disinfectant hit Xena's nose. She suppressed her disgust and walked into the ward."Dad."Joe's eyes brightened the moment he saw her. "Xena, you finally came!""What did you need me for? I’m really busy."Joe's smile froze, and he looked at her in disbelief. "What did you say?"Was this really his kind, gentle, and obedient daughter, Xena? Why was she so impatient with him?Realizing her mistake, Xena quickly adjusted her expression and smiled. "Dad, I've just been really busy with work lately. Don’t take it the wrong way.""Oh, I see."Joe sighed in relief. There was no way Xena could be ungrateful."Xena, I need you to go to the capital