Chelsey noticed how desolated Fred was. So, she called Felicity, planning to advise her.However, after dialing Felicity's number, Chelsey discovered it was no longer in service.Felicity even deactivated her WhatsApp account. Chelsey had no idea how to reach her.Fred had already tried contacting Felicity. He felt even more depressed at being unable to reach her.Fred resented Felicity's firm decision to leave. But he also regretted not being able to keep her.Although it was a quiet sense of missing, the pain Fred felt was profound.…Queen Jewelry's new product launch would be in Westine after the New Year.The product launch would showcase jewelry worth hundreds of millions of dollars. For security reasons, Jason hired security guards from the best security company in the country.Jason took Chelsey to visit the venue one day before the product launch.She was pleased when she saw the well-trained security personnel. "These security guards are obviously professi
Chelsey was picking up a garlic shrimp when Micah's words shocked her, causing her to drop the shrimp on the table.She lifted her head in disbelief. Fixing her gaze on Micah, Chelsey asked, "What did you say?"Micah awkwardly scratched his head. "Chelsey, you must believe Luke. You're the only one he has feelings for.""I mean, the sentence before that. Ten years ago, you saved a young girl who said she wanted to marry you. But you told her your name is Lucas…"The lump in Chelsey's throat silenced her. So, did she repay a favor to the wrong person? The person who saved her back then was not Lucas. Micah looked at Chelsey's shocked expression. Yet, he still could not grasp the situation. "Chelsey, it's my fault. I shouldn't have spouted nonsense. Please don't take it to heart. I was just joking," Micah uttered awkwardly. Chelsey set her cutlery down before looking at Micah sternly. Then, she declared, "The girl you saved back then was me!"This time, it was Mica
It was truly a case of fearing the worst and having it play out. "Chels, even if it was a mistake in the beginning, it's true that I love you," explained Lucas.He was in utter panic at that moment.It was the first time he felt terrified of losing someone.If Lucas were to let go, things might really end between him and Chelsey.Chelsey closed her eyes, letting tears flow down her face. She swallowed hard and asked with difficulty, "Lucas, you've known it all along, haven't you? Yet you didn't tell me?""No, I just learned it recently," he replied."When you found out, why didn't you tell me? If Micah hadn't told me today, were you planning to keep it from me forever?"Lucas responded, "Where are you, Chels? I'll come see you now.""Don't. I know you're in danger now. Don't put me at risk. Just stay away from me," Chelsey said heartlessly. Lucas felt a profound pain in his heart. It was as if he was enduring numerous knife wounds."Chels, do you still love me? Even a li
That afternoon, Zach returned to Westine from Miralea.He sat at the desk in his study, staring at the paternity test report.Although he had long known about the result, he still scrutinized it for a prolonged spell. Zach did not want to miss a single word. He read it repeatedly. After reviewing the test report, he smiled and muttered, "Jeremy, why did you lie to me? Why?"Right then, the door to his study opened. A handsome young man, around 27 or 28 years old, stood at the doorway. He had a slender figure and refined facial features. The man was adorned in a dark blue suit and wore rimless glasses. He appeared elegant and cultured."Welcome home, Dad!" Xavier Fisher greeted Zach with a smile.Without Zach's permission, he would not enter the study as he pleased."Come in," Zach responded.Xavier strolled into the study at Zach's invitation.He then sat on the couch, suggesting, "Dad, let's go out for dinner tonight to celebrate your return. It's on me.""Dinne
"Okay, see you tonight."After ending the call, Chelsey began looking for a place to eat.Ultimately, she chose a sky-high restaurant with a panoramic city view.Since the reservation was last-minute, all the window seats were taken.Hence, Chelsey settled for a table in the middle.After that, she sent the location to Zach.Zach told Chelsey he would bring someone along, and she agreed without hesitation. Driving herself, Chelsey arrived at the restaurant early.Not long after, Zach and Xavier made it there, too. Chelsey was taken aback the moment she spotted Xavier. It was as if she saw her father, Jeremy, through him. How could there be someone who looked so much like Jeremy? The resemblance was striking, with Xavier sharing 70 to 80 percent of Jeremy's youthful features.Chelsey was left stunned.A meaningful smile played on Zach's lips when he noticed Chelsey's astonishment."Chels, let me introduce you to my son, Xavier Fisher. Xavier, meet Chels."Xavier graci
Chelsey took Zach's words as mere courtesy and happily agreed, "Okay!"Not long after, Xavier returned to the table. All this time, Zach had nurtured Xavier as his successor, providing him with the best education.In recent years, Xavier steadily climbed the corporate ladder and entered the company's management. Xavier possessed outstanding skills and a knack for making decisive decisions. He never let Zach down in many aspects.Zach would be extremely delighted with Xavier if he succeeded in marrying Chelsey.Xavier was talkative and humorous.During the meal, he and Chelsey engaged in lively conversation.After dinner, Zach asked Xavier to send Chelsey home.Chelsey waved her hand to decline. "It's okay. I drove here myself. I don't need a lift from Xavier."Zach had actually intended to create an opportunity for Chelsey and Xavier to have some time alone.Wearing a stern expression, Zach insisted, "It's late. I'll be worried if you go home alone. Let Xavier give you a
On the way home, Xavier called Zach and reported, "Dad, I've escorted Ms. Jenson home.""Good. What do you think about Chels? Do you feel anything?" Xavier answered, "Ms. Jenson is adorable. We had a pleasant time chatting.""That's nice to hear. You should make plans to hang out with Chels more often. By the way, do you like kids?" Zach inquired."I guess I'm okay with them."Zach continued, "Chels has a child. He's over two months old."Xavier was abruptly at a loss for words.He was not prepared to be a stepfather yet. Xavier hesitated when he realised that Chelsey had a child and a very young one at that. "What's wrong? Do you mind that she already has a kid?" Zach asked after not hearing Xavier speak."It's not that I mind. I'm just not quite used to it."Xavier quickly added, "I should be fine after a couple of days.""Alright, I'll give you two days to adjust. After that, make plans to hang out with Chels. She doesn't have many friends in Westine and stays at home
Chelsey said, "Well, thank you in advance.""There's no need to thank me, Chels. We're family. I'll surely help you."Lia's words deeply touched Dianne's heart.Right then, her affection for Lia intensified.Dianne thought adopting Lia was the right decision.After all, who wouldn't be fond of such an obedient, kind, and well-behaved child?…Lia took Chelsey to Queen Jewelry's new product launch the following day. It was also Chelsey's first time participating in the product launch of the brand she founded.She could not go anywhere for the last three years because she stayed by Lucas' side to care for him. Back then, she could only experience the event's excitement through videos.This year, Chelsey was finally there in person. She was also ecstatic to attend the product launch. Spring had just arrived, so the weather was still cold.Chelsey saw many celebrities and socialites in evening gowns on the red carpet.In comparison, she was tightly bundled up, afraid of