"I will," Emily smirked. "But right now, my priority is taking care of my father. Uncle, have you considered finding a wife to take care of you?"This was the first time Emily had brought up Bert's marital status, and he blushed awkwardly. "I don't need someone to take care of me. I can take care of myself. Getting married costs too much money, and I don't have the energy to think about it. Oh, by the way, did Nathan pay for your father's surgeries? How much was it in total? I need to earn money quickly to pay him back. I don't want to owe him.""I didn't use his money."Bert became agitated again. "Why not? He was your husband, he had an obligation to take care of your father."She could only say, "Not everyone has a conscience."Bert fumed. "I knew it, these rich people are all bloodsucking capitalists! Emotions mean nothing to them! Sophia must have been deceived by him. I have to go and talk to Sophia, make her leave Nathan!"Emily quickly grabbed him. "Don't go, maybe Sophia inte
Carol was furious. "Where are you running off to? Are you still entangled with Emily?""Impossible!" Sophia's voice came from upstairs. She had a grim expression on her face and was still in her pajamas as she followed them outside. "I won't let them get back together, absolutely not!""Oh my goodness, be careful with your belly!"Carol's greatest concern was for the unborn child. Sophia dashed outside, and Carol abandoned the remote control to chase after her."Emily!" Nathan had just stepped out and saw Emily standing not far from the villa on the roadside, looking into the distance as if waiting for someone.He went straight over and grabbed her. "I'm calling you, why aren't you saying anything?"Emily stumbled backward when he pulled her, almost losing her balance.Without looking at him, she shook off his hand. "I have nothing to say to you. If you keep pulling me like this, I will sue you.""Okay," Nathan let go. "I lost my temper that day, almost hurting you out of impulse. I p
"What did you say?!"That wasn't Emily speaking; it was Sophia, who had hurried over.She ran over with her already swollen belly, just in time to hear Nathan suggesting she have an abortion!Sophia was instantly in tears. "How could you say that, Nathan? You know how much I've sacrificed for you. This child is your firstborn and the future heir of the Reed family. How could you treat him like this?"Sophia, now pregnant, had stopped wearing makeup.Without her refined appearance, she looked like a completely different person.Nathan had seen enough of her in recent days, but he usually returned home in the dead of night, unable to see clearly.Now it was daytime, and the sun illuminated her features completely, making her even more irritating to look at.What was even more terrifying was having Emily next to her for comparison.Nathan glanced at her but didn't want to look at her anymore, turning his head away. "Why did you come out?""If I didn't come out, how would I catch you havi
Emily watched coldly, feeling it all rather ridiculous.Retribution came too quickly. Just a month ago, she was ignominiously driven out of the Reed household by Sophia, who was still flaunting her power. Yet now, with the three of them gathered again, the scene had transformed in an unexpected way.But the pressing issues still needed addressing.Emily let out a heavy breath. "Sophia, I'm here today just to make things clear with you. You know Bert's temper. He's already aware of what's going on between you and Nathan and is on his way here. I came early to intercept him, to prevent more serious consequences. If you want to protect your child, to preserve your hopes of marrying into the Reed family, then go back to your room now, lock the door, and don't come out no matter what happens. Otherwise, you'll face the consequences alone."Sophia's face turned pale as soon as she heard it: "How could Bert suddenly come back?"Emily coldly snorted. "My father almost lost his life, wouldn't
In the past four years, every time Emily did something that displeased Carol, she would pull Nathan over and complain, calling him on the phone if he wasn't home, all while shedding tears.Sometimes, Emily felt that Carol should just tie Nathan to her side. Nathan would be better off not getting married, just spending his life with his mother. Any woman who married into their family would be treated like a servant.As they spoke, a black sedan had already approached from a distance, driving smoothly yet swiftly, stopping in front of Emily in just a few seconds.Allen Parker?!He's here!Emily's heart began to leap with unrestrained joy."Emily," Allen Parker stepped out of the car, wearing a white mask today, just like when they met at room 2307 of the Hilton Hotel.Emily thought. Perhaps because Nathan was present today, he didn't want Nathan to know his identity."How are you holding up?"Emily bit her lip, her eyes reddening. "I got here quickly. Bert should still be on his way."M
When Emily looked back again, Nathan's figure was no longer there, only Carol sitting alone, sobbing softly.Bert understood some of what was happening and turned to Emily, confirming, "Is that Nathan's mother?"Emily nodded awkwardly, "Uncle... Carol's not in a good mood today. Shall we come back?"Bert frowned unwillingly, "I've already said I won't act impulsively. I'm just here to reason with Sophia. It's fine, go and comfort Carol, I'll go find Sophia directly.""Don't...""Don't stop me, I spent over fifty dollars on a taxi to get here, and you want me to leave empty-handed?"Money was hard-earned for Bert, and fifty dollars meant a lot to him.Today, he must have been truly urgent to take a taxi.Bert headed straight to the Reed mansion, and Carol stomped her feet in anger, "You people are all bastards! Every one of you is eyeing our money, trying to marry into our family? I'm not dead yet! This is the Reed family, not a place for you lowlifes to come and go as you please!!!"E
"Oh, so you've got someone backing you up now, daring to oppose me?" Carol was angry. "But your boyfriend doesn't even dare to show his face, still wearing a mask. Could he be some kind of fugitive?"Emily was about to say something when Mr. Satan intervened, still calm and composed. "If I were a fugitive, what do you think would happen to you for bullying my girlfriend like this?"Carol's face instantly paled, taking a few steps back, warily watching him. "What are you planning? Let me tell you, if you dare to harm me, my son won't spare you!""I'm already a fugitive, what's another life on my hands? What do you think?"As he took a step forward, Carol turned and ran back into the mansion, shouting in panic, "Son! Nathan! Call the police!"Emily was a bit worried, "Maybe you should leave first? If she really calls the police, you'll have to take off your mask.""Emily, are you worried about me?"Emily lightly pushed him, "I'm talking about serious matters here.""I'm not joking eithe
Carol was startled. "Doctor, doctor, can this child be saved?""We need to transfuse blood first to assess the situation. Sophia is in a bit of danger. We'll do our utmost to save the baby, but if the situation is too severe, we usually prioritize saving Sophia's life...""It doesn't matter, just forget about her life or death. As long as the baby can be saved!"The doctor gave her a stern look. "Are you really Sophia's family? If Sophia's life can't be saved, how can the baby be saved? She's only been pregnant for over four months. If Sophia dies, the baby won't survive either!"Carol was a bit flustered. "Oh, right, she's only been pregnant for less than five months. I forgot in my panic..."The doctor snorted. "Hurry up and arrange for blood donation. Both Sophia and the baby are waiting for blood to save their lives!""Alright, alright, I'll make the call right away..."Carol said this, but she had no confidence at all.Sophia didn't have many family members to begin with, and eve