“Uncle, thank you for your concern. It’s not the first time she tried to kill me. Before she managed to get the old man’s sperm, she wanted to kill me. Last time, I thought it was James who wanted to kill me, but it seems... there’s someone greater. She always tries to sow discord between me and James. The one who wanted to kill me that time was not James as well,” Victor whispered while looking at the sky. No one knew whether he was talking to Alaric or himself.“You killed the woman James cared about the most. It wouldn’t make sense if he didn’t want to kill you.” Alaric pulled the fishing rod. It was empty. He got no fish. “The business world and family relationships are just like fishing. You’re not chasing each other, and you’re not engaged in a fight where only one of you can come out alive. You can live even if I’m alive, and if I died, it would provide no benefit to you. When there are more fishers, the fish eat well, but not all of them jump at the bait. The fish which eat yo
The staff at the front desk, ground floor, and first floor looked at Summer in surprise. They started imagining a whole drama in their heads.“How could she be shameless enough to look for our chairman? Chairman Ardly is currently in a bad mood after the old chairman died. Why is she here?”“Did she come over to beg Chairman Ardly to spare Jasper? I think Chairman Ardly has acquired all the personal property and the projects attached under Jasper’s name.”“It shouldn’t be. Even if Jasper has lost Miller Corporation and the obvious personal property, he’s rich. Once he sells some of his stuff, he can turn them into cash, which would be enough to last a couple lifetimes.”Summer waited downstairs. She touched the ring on her finger with anxiousness.She was not sure whether Samson would be willing to meet her.She hadn’t come to beg mercy for Jasper though. She just felt that there was no need for them to be so hostile to each other. She had just gotten to know about the death of
“Congratulations, girl.” Rose smiled and patted Lydia’s head. “So, what’s your plan?”“I haven’t told Jaz that I’m coming back. I want to give him a surprise.” Lydia was very excited. It was the kind of excitement people felt when they were about to meet their lover. Rose avoided her gaze as if she was hiding something. “Lids, there’s something that I must tell you...“What is it?” Lydia did not understand it.“You must know that I’m your psychologist and the doctor who cooperated with the hospital to allow you to recover faster. All of us hoped that you could recover soon. So... your emotion mattered a lot, and your will to live was important too. “That is why there’s something that we hid from you during your treatment.” Rose heaved a sigh and went into the car while holding Lydia’s arm. “I went back to Sea City earlier to look for the boyfriend you mentioned. But... a few days ago, the news reported that Jasper announced his relationship with another woman.”“This...” Lydia’
“You’re better off not reading this. This novel is really stupid.” Ben displayed a disgusted look on his face while eating the strawberry and said, “From the beginning, the domineering president treated the main female character as a substitute and even hurt her in many ways. At first, I thought that the president was aloof and was someone who would do great things, but in the end, he begged the main female character to go back home with him. This doesn’t fit his character…”Jasper had finished showering and walked down the stairs. He stiffened for a while. Why was this plot so familiar? Jasper coughed with a guilty conscience and wiped his hair with the towel. “My mom asked us to go over for dinner tonight. It’s a family dinner.”“I...” Summer was a little anxious. “I haven’t met your father before. Will he dislike me?”“Why does he need to like you? As long as I like you, it will do.” Jasper smiled and walked over.He knew clearly why his father did not come and visit Summer al
Summer cast a sideways glance at Jasper. She knew that Mr. Larson, the butler, was Lydia’s father.Although it was obvious that Jasper only did it so Lydia would cooperate with the treatment, she still felt upset about it. Perhaps she came into his life a little too late. “Benny Boy, Grandma fried some glutinous rice balls for you. Do you like it?” Melody was too friendly, and it was frightening. She was overjoyed when she came across children. Right now, her husband and son did not exist in her eyes. She could only see the child and her pregnant daughter-in-law. “Sum, I made sweet and sour mixed vegetables for you. I know you don't like greasy food.”“Thank you, Mrs. Miller…” For a while, Summer was not able to change the way she addressed her, and she felt a little awkward.Even though she was already officially married to Jasper, she was still not used to calling Melody ‘mother’.“You’ve gotten your marriage certificate already. Call me ‘mom’.” Melody looked at Summer expect
Benjamin took a look around. He was the only one who was single, so he put the sweet and sour pork ribs in Ben's bowl.Ben suppressed his laughter as he cast a look at Benjamin. He then started obediently eating the rice in his bowl. Summer looked at the atmosphere of the family, and she longed for this. Her grin grew wider.Summer’s family might also share a harmonious relationship. Her parents respected each other, and there was something that was missing. But in her memories, her father, Alaric treated her mother very well. Unfortunately, they were always busy and were away from home most of the time as they focused on their work.“Butler! Mr. Larson! Young Master! All of you… all of you, you have to come and have a look!” Outside, a servant yelled frantically. “All of you, look at who has come back home!”Jasper frowned. He stood up and left. “Let’s eat.” Melody was a little upset. Her family was having a meal. There was no need to make a fuss about it.Mr. Larson placed
Jasper frowned as he subconsciously turned. ‘I never promised Lydia that I would marry her.’He only agreed to work with Mr. Larson and agreed to date her, that was all. If Lydia suddenly mentioned this, then she must have known about Summer’s existence long ago. “Jaz…” Summer called out tentatively. She held her stomach as she walked out. “Jaz, who’s she?”Lydia’s hands, which were holding onto Jasper, stiffened. She gradually loosened her grip. She looked at Summer, and her gaze was full of hurt. She lowered her gaze to stare at her clearly pregnant stomach. “Sum…” Jasper rapidly turned and embraced Summer with a frown. “She’s Lydia, the younger sister that I mentioned.”Mr. Larson became worried and grabbed Lydia's arm to take her away. “Lids, you haven't been home for the past three years. A lot of things happened. I will tell you about it slowly.”Lydia stood still as she looked into Jasper’s eyes. “Who’s she?”“She’s my wife, Summer,” Jasper said plainly. His express
‘Before this, no matter how much Jasper was in love with Victoria, he never told her that he loved her in front of me.‘And now, he was actually telling me in my face that he likes this woman.‘What’s so charming about this woman? What is so good about her?’Summer's heart beat rapidly as she raised her head and looked into Jasper’s eyes.No matter how many unpleasant experiences they had gone through, once Jasper became certain that he loved her, he always dealt with his relationships very cleanly and efficientlyIf he loved someone, he loved them, and if he did not, he would not love them no matter what. She was relieved. Although she felt sorry for Lydia, she was still a little overjoyed at how Jasper responded to Lydia directly. He told her that the person he loved was Summer.“It’s getting late. We should get back already.” Jasper held Summer in his arms and kissed her on the forehead. He whispered, “Don’t be mad, it’s not good for you. I’ll explain it to you once we get b
“I just find it hard to accept the truth. I don’t actually hate you…” After staying silent for a long time, Summer spoke again. “It was… too sudden for me. Give me some time to process this.”Mabel looked at her in shock and covered her mouth. “Sum…”Summer smiled at her and said, “Before I’m able to completely accept it, can I continue to call you Madam?”Mabel covered her mouth in panic and nodded vigorously. “Sure… Call me anything you want…”She actually never cared what Summer called her. It was good enough for her as long as she did not try to avoid her. “Can I hug you?” Summer took the initiative and stretched out her arms. Jasper had told Summer quite a lot about Mabel’s family. Her family was in a very scary place. They started falling into decadence in the later years. In fact, they started showing signs of having a lack of sons. Every leader of the family became anxious about who the next leader would be. They were so worried about who would be the head of the family
Without realizing it, Summer had subconsciously returned to the Miller family’s mansion. “Wifey…” Jasper rushed over to her, wanting to give her a surprise. But instead, she did not react. Her face looked pale too. “Wifey?” He panicked and knelt in front of her. “Sum…”He truly panicked this time. ‘Did she find out about something that I did in the past and is now mad at me?’“Jasper, do you care who my mother is?” Summer asked softly. His heart stopped beating for a second. He felt both distressed and relieved. “No, I don’t. I only care about you.”“Why do I care so much, then…” Summer smiled and hugged him tightly. “I shouldn’t care about it too…”“Everyone has something that they don’t have control over. Sum, go easy on yourself.”Summer lay on top of him, picked up the glass of red wine on the table, and drank it.Jasper just realized that she smelled strongly of alcohol.“Sum…” He was a little worried. His heart ached for her too, but he also wanted to let her be.
Mabel was cooking in the kitchen of the Plath family's mansion. “Madam, stop cooking. Come and eat,” Summer called out to her softly. Mabel smiled at Summer as she emerged with her favorite dish, cinnamon-spiced beef stroganoff.“Sum, let’s eat.” Mabel treated her really well. She helped her with the dishes.Summer was also already used to it. She no longer felt shy. It was natural to her already. Alaric looked at Summer and smiled plainly. “Sum, follow me.” After dinner was over, he asked her to go to the study room. “Is Jasper treating you well?” Alaric asked. “Yes, he’s treating me well.” She smiled. ‘If Jasper hadn't been busy and gone to Mountain City, he would be sticking around, bothering me.’“He pushed back too much work to get ready for the wedding. He wants to finish making work arrangements as soon as possible and go on a honeymoon with me.”“Sum, there’s something that I’ve been hiding from you. You’ve always wanted to know your biological mother, right?” A
“Mr. Jasper Miller, do you take Summer Plath as your lawful wife, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and cherish until death do you part?”“I do,” Jasper said the two words confidently.‘I’m willing to take care of her and be by her side forever.‘I’ll always love her.‘She’ll always be my number one.’“Ms. Summer Plath, do you take Jasper Miller as your lawful husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and cherish until death do you part?”“… I do.”She purposely hesitated for a long time. Jasper was so scared that his face turned pale.After she chuckled and said ‘I do’, he gritted his teeth, pulled her into his embrace, and kissed her.He kissed Summer even before the officiant had asked him to kiss the bride.She was so embarrassed by the kiss that her ears turned red.“Jasper!”Jas
Benjamin rolled his eyes at Aaron. “I belong to the bride's side. You should go to Jasper’s side.”“He doesn’t deserve it,” Aaron said stubbornly.Summer covered her mouth and chuckled. Everyone was immersed in the festive atmosphere of the wedding. ‘Wouldn’t it be nice if we could stay this happy all the time?’“Hey, should we play a prank on the groom tomorrow? Let’s spice things up a little!” The bridesmaids started planning something.“You guys better be careful. You’re all pregnant. Don’t stir up too much chaos,” Summer said with a smile. “Seriously, it’s as they say: women always side with their husbands once they’re married. Look at you, you’re already siding with him.” A few of them teased Summer. Summer blushed so hard that she could not say anything in response. “Congratulations, Sum.”Hers and Jasper’s friends and relatives came one after another. All of them would be attending the wedding ceremony tomorrow afternoon. Edward would be there with Trent too.
After all, this matter was related to Edward’s mother because of her meeting with Hanna’s mother.She sat on the sofa and thought a lot. Would they get a divorce? Would Edward’s father hate her because of this?Edward sat on the sofa and quietly accompanied his mother. “About this matter... Let's not tell Jen first. She may not be able to handle it.”Edward’s mother nodded, in tears. Then, she shook her head. “It was all my fault.”Edward’s father finally came out of the study. Edward looked at his father nervously. He was afraid that his father would blame his mother.“I... I really did not know anything about it. I just thought she lived a difficult life. I felt guilty, so I asked someone to send her some money. I did not know what happened to her after that!” Edward’s mother panicked and started crying. Edward’s father walked to her side. He did not blame her, but passed her a tissue. “Is this how you should behave in front of your son? Stop crying.”Edward’s mother sobb
“I deserve it!”Nieva was brought away by the police. She should have expected that this was the consequence of offending Jasper.Jasper was busy with the wedding and he did not care much about her. Otherwise, she might have gone through worse than being arrested.…… At the Reeves family house in Mountain City...“Are you Hanna Delacruz? Let’s talk.”Edward’s father asked Hanna to go into the study, leaving Edward and his mother in the living room.“Edward, I already know about the issue concerning your father.”“Mom...” Edward felt a little guilty. “I know about everything.” Edward’s mother shook her head. “This matter is related to your father and me. This is what owed Hanna’s mother, but if you two have to pay for our mistakes. We...”“Mom, this is no one’s fault.” Edward shook his head. In the study...Edward’s father asked Hanna to go into the room. His expression was dreary. “Are you Venus’ daughter?”“Do you still remember my mother?” Hanna smiled and kept a stra
Samson nodded as he watched Rose leaving.Charlie ran out of the courtyard and stood still. He looked a little distressed.He was just a child...Perhaps it was because he had a mother who set up a scheme against him and used him as a chess piece that he was more mature than other children.In the past, he wanted to live. He wanted not just to live but to prevent his mother from setting up a scheme against him.He was still Rose’s son, even if Rose had used a despicable way to give birth to him.“Let’s go home...” Samson walked toward Charlie and rubbed his head.“Samson...” Charlie lifted his head, and his eyes were red.“From now on, you have not just me, but your friends, younger brothers and sisters, and many older brothers and sisters who love you.” Samson smiled at Charlie.Everyone could be redemption for other people, and other people could be their redemption, too.Charlie nodded and ran back to the Miller family’s mansion.Melody was carrying her grandchildren and
Jasper did not care whether Thomas intended to hurt Summer or not.As long as Summer was shocked, he would not allow it.“Tsk, tsk, tsk. Do you know Aiden, who is always with Thomas?” He was Summer’s childhood friend. Summer did not know that Aiden was secretly protecting her. He was seriously injured and almost lost his life many times because of Summer.”Jasper frowned. “Since he did not want to let Summer know about this, why is he making Summer more distressed?”Jasper admired Aiden a lot because he never showed his love for Summer, but he had silently done many things for Summer.“Jasper, you can just confess if you’re scared. You don’t have to put yourself in a higher status.” Keane rolled his eyes.“Fine, you will go to Country T for a business trip.” Jasper was threatening Keane.“Jasper, I’m sorry, it’s my fault...”…...The wedding was getting closer. Everyone was busy helping Jasper and Summer with their wedding.“Look at the dresses and gowns for my grandchildren.