"The person beside her must be her husband then!" Michael thought. He thought it was awfully embarrassing of him to say those words when Chelsey's husband was right beside her at that time. He felt the urge to punch himself in the face."It's fine," Chelsey told him. "I'm going to take a walk. See ya." She waved him goodbye and walked with Timothy to the other side of the lake. Lucas could only watch as she left. Although he stood rooted to the spot, his heart was far away as it had followed after her when she walked away. …After walking for a while, Timothy sent Chelsey home because Dianne and her gang would be late in returning home that night. When Dianne arrived home, she headed straight to Chelsey's room and said, "Chels, you must not forgive Lucas. Don't let him fool you again. He's a scumbag. Us Jensons can afford to support you and your baby." Chelsey could still smell the alcohol off Dianne when she spoke. "Thank you, Grandma," she said, touched by Dianne's
Dianne wasn't amused. "Don't call me Grandma. I'm not your grandmother, and I don't want to hear anything about the mess you made. Chels doesn't want to see you, so don't come here anymore." Despite typically getting his way in business matters, Lucas now found himself being reprimanded by an old lady. Feeling awkward, he pursed his lips in thought before saying, "Mrs. Jenson Senior, it was my fault for letting Chelsey down in the past. But now, I only want to protect and care for her." Dianne glanced at him, skeptical. "You sure know how to sweet talk your way through things, don't you? Chels is safe at home. We'll look after her, so you don't need to do that." After a moment of silence, Lucas said, "You might not know that Chelsey was abducted twice and that I was the one who saved her each time.""Chels was abducted?" Dianne's heart leaped into her throat as anxiety wrapped its claws around her heart. "When did that happen?" "It happened once when she was about 1
"Okay," muttered Dianne as she wiped away her tears. She continued, "Lucas said that he saved Chels when she was abducted both times. He said he'll ensure her safety from now on." She added, "On second thought, he might not be that bad of a person. It seems like his feelings for Chels are real." Edward snorted in disdain. "If he truly was sincere towards Chels, then his feelings for his ex-girlfriend are also genuine. He's a playboy whose greed can't be satiated." Dianne sighed and said, "I don't know just how much Chels has suffered all these years. I thought she led a happy life all this time." …Chelsey woke up early the following day. She left home without having breakfast because she was going for her prenatal checkup. Dianne accompanied her to the hospital this time. Several cars with bodyguards escorted them. Timothy sent the bodyguards in the car in front of them, whereas Lucas sent the ones in the rear.When Chelsey and Dianne arrived at the hospital, a sta
Chelsey answered unhesitatingly, "No."Dianne asked again, "Can't you reconcile for the sake of your child?" Dianne and the people of her generation believed they should strive to provide a complete family for their children, even if it meant sacrificing themselves. "No, I can't," Chelsey replied.She had completely given up on Lucas. She had given him a chance. Yet, she was disappointed by him once again.Seeing Chelsey's determination, Dianne could only imagine how much Lucas had hurt her. The more Dianne thought about it, the more sorry she felt for Chelsey. Dianne nodded and said, "Not forgiving him is fine, too. The baby is the precious child of the Jenson family. "He has nothing to do with Lucas and his family. Lucas can forget about taking him away.""Thank you, Grandma."After saying that, Chelsey leaned on Dianne's shoulder, smiling happily.…Back home, Chelsey saw Lia had returned. Lia sat in the living room, trying on the new necklace and ring she had bou
Lia widened her eyes as she watched Fred hand the supplementary card to Chelsey.No one had treated her as favorably as that before.Every month, Fred would give Lia 20 thousand dollars only. Edward and Dianne would also give her the same amount. Lia had to save up for a long time to buy a Queen Jewelry necklace. However, Chelsey was given Fred's supplementary card so easily. Lia thought it was unfair. Feeling emotionally unsettled, Lia picked up her plate and ate her pasta with a darkened expression.Chelsey returned the supplementary card to Fred, saying, "Uncle Fred, I really don't need it. I have enough to eat and wear at home. There's nothing I want to buy. Thank you, I appreciate it.""Hey, no need to be so formal." As a straightforward person, Fred expressed his love and concern through money. Still, Chelsey refused to accept it. "I'm not being formal, Uncle Fred. There's genuinely nothing I want. Thank you."Nevertheless, Fred ignored her refusal. He immediatel
Lia was surprised that Chelsey knew about Queen Jewelry.Lia chuckled awkwardly."So, you know of Queen Jewelry, too." "Queen Jewelry has been quite popular in recent years. There are exclusive counters in major shopping malls. It's hard not to know about them," Chelsey replied casually. "Oh, right. Jenton City isn't a remote place. There must be Queen Jewelry bespoke corners there."Lia pretended she meant well and continued, "But Chels, you're too plain. You don't even wear jewelry. If you go out like this, people might think my family is mistreating you."Lia's words amused Chelsey. She wondered what Lia meant by "my family". Wasn't Chelsey a part of the Jenson family, too?Chelsey smirked before saying nonchalantly, "They won't. I don't go out much, anyway."She was accustomed to staying at home every day. Despite being a top jewelry designer, Chelsey did not have the habit of wearing them.She did not even like wearing makeup. Chelsey preferred a natural look. Noticin
"Yeah," Dianne said thoughtfully, following Fred's realization that Lucas had saved Chelsey ten years ago."Chels married Lucas to repay his kindness."Fred asked anxiously, "Mom, do you know why Chels was kidnapped?"Dianne wore a solemn expression, lowered her voice, and responded, "Because of the vault."The coffee cup in Fred's hand instantly slipped from his grasp. The mug fell on the table with a bang.A wave of sorrow abruptly swept over him. Fred's eyes turned red as tears welled up. "Jeremy and Patricia died because of the vault. Why won't they spare Chels? "When they passed away, she was still a little girl. She doesn't know anything."Dianne sighed. "I don't know what's in the vault, but whoever wants what's inside can take them. I just want our family to be safe."With a grim expression, Fred took a tissue and cleaned up the spilled coffee on the table. After that, he poured himself another cup. Edward, who had been silent the whole time, spoke up. "Regar
Lucas chuckled upon hearing Fred's request. "Um… Okay, please pass the phone to her, Uncle Fred.""Sure."Fred then put the call on speaker and held his phone before Felicity. Her sharp gaze swept across his face. It was evident that she thought he was annoying. Lucas' voice suddenly came through the phone. "Is this Felicity?""Yes," Felicity replied with a straight face. Lucas knew what she was like. But for Fred's sake, he reluctantly instructed, "Talk to Uncle Fred.""I'm a bodyguard. I'm not here to engage in small talk," Felicity responded straightforwardly.Lucas awkwardly cleared his throat at her remark. The other bodyguards might follow his orders, but Felicity had too much personality.Not even Lucas could manage her. "Uncle Fred," he called out."Yes, I'm right here."Fred, too, could see that Felicity was not one to follow Lucas' orders obediently. It seemed like he was putting Lucas in a tough spot.So, without waiting for Lucas to speak, Fred hurrie