Upon seeing Hiram's attitude towards the situation, the murmurs among the guests ceased.Lambert respectfully nodded to Hiram and said, "Grandfather Hiram, I apologize for the delay. But please, do not worry. The real wedding is about to begin!""The real wedding?" Nydia's face displayed astonishment, and Odgen's expression turned sour.It was clear from Lambert's words that the earlier commotion was orchestrated!Realizing this, the Ogdens were utterly dismayed! But before they could react, the wedding march began playing again.Then, the doors of the church slowly opened, and a bride in a wedding gown walked in, accompanied by the Attorney General Kevin.Behind her, a little boy in a white suit carried a flower basket, scattering petals along the way!All eyes were drawn to Lydia. Even though they had seen Penny's attire earlier, seeing this bride before them was still breathtaking!The elegantly tailored wedding gown accentuated her figure, her jet-black hair softly gathered at the
Lambert smirked, casting a provocative glance at Odgen. "Dad, I believe the wife I chose for myself is far superior to the one you picked for me. At least, when I'm in trouble, she stands up for me instead of hiding behind me! Doesn't her love for me prove that my choice isn't wrong?"Odgen fell into thought. Indeed, if not for his initial bias, Lydia would have been quite a decent girl, especially considering she had given birth to Wythe, such an adorable child.Seeing Odgen's expression waver, Nydia stepped forward. "So what? We admit that the previous fiancée wasn't the right choice. We didn't investigate Penny due to the relationship between the Ackley and our families. But that can't justify you to toy with us. Do you realize that today's drama will only make the Halsey family a laughingstock in high society? Where do you place the Halsey family? And where do you place us, your parents?"Pausing briefly, Nydia continued, "Ever since you've been with this Lydia, it's like you're u
As the fireworks illuminated the sky, tears welled up in Lydia's eyes.Countless fireworks turned the pitch-black night into daylight, and the beautiful display made Lydia feel like the luckiest person in the world.Soft music flowed gently, and Lambert gracefully approached, slightly bending his knee and extending a hand. "Lydia, may I have this dance?"Lydia shyly nodded and placed her hand in Lambert's. With a gentle pull, he whisked her onto the dance floor, where they danced gracefully amidst the dazzling fireworks, both wearing smiles of happiness.Meanwhile, not far away, Andrew's gaze was fixed on the couple embracing tightly on the dance floor. He raised his glass of red wine, downing it in one gulp, his lowered eyes concealing his feelings of loss and melancholy. After a while, he set down the glass and left quietly.It seemed Lydia had found her happiness!As the reception came to a close, nearing midnight, Kevin had taken Wythe to rest early, while Lambert had reserved a h
Lydia looked at her noticeably expanded waistline and realized she couldn't continue to indulge herself like this.Her life seemed to revolve around eating and playing. Therefore, Lydia insisted on ending this honeymoon trip!Back on the soil of Nova City, Lydia was in high spirits. Just as they stepped out of the airport, Lambert's phone rang.After taking the call, Lambert's expression softened even more."What's wrong? Who's calling?" Lydia couldn't help but ask. Whoever could make Lambert show such an expression, aside from herself and their darling, seemed non-existent at the moment.Seeing Lydia's curious and slightly jealous tone, Lambert couldn't help but smirk. "It's someone important to both you and me!""Hmm? Stop teasing, just tell me!" Lydia raised an eyebrow.Lambert played along, "Alright, alright! My dear wife, it's your uncle calling. He wants us to have dinner at the Queen Hotel today. He said there's something important to discuss with us! Isn't he someone important
Lydia prayed in her heart, wishing that if there were a next life, her mother could live in peace and happiness, enjoying a lifetime of joy!Kevin stayed at Natalie's grave for a long time, not saying anything, yet it seemed like he had said a thousand words.When he finally left, Lydia noticed his eyes were slightly red. "Men shed tears only when they reach their hearts' deepest sorrows," but he hadn't reached that point yet.Lydia felt heavy-hearted. Coming out of the cemetery, she saw luggage in Kevin's car."Uncle, are you planning to travel?"Kevin smiled faintly, "Lydia, I was just about to tell you. Today, I'm leaving for the United States. I might settle there permanently in the future, so we may not see each other often anymore!"Lydia was surprised. "Uncle, you're leaving? Why didn't you tell us earlier, so we could see you off..."Kevin smiled warmly, patting Lydia's shoulder affectionately. "Lydia, there's no need for goodbyes. I know you have this intention, and that's en
Wythe sensed his father's unease, his pale face quietly standing by Lambert's side.He knew that his father must be feeling very sad right now, and he couldn't let his father be more distressed.They waited for three long hours until the green light outside the emergency room finally lit up.Lambert hurriedly approached, his voice anxious, "Doctor, how is my wife now?"The attending doctor's expression was grave, indicating that the surgical outcome was not satisfactory. "I'm sorry, we did our best..."Before he could finish his sentence, Lambert's hand gripped his collar forcefully, his cold and terrifying gaze meeting the doctor's. "What did you say?"Lambert's voice was low, but his chilling aura made everyone shudder. Several doctors quickly stepped forward to restrain Lambert."How dare you lay hands on someone? We said we did our best. This patient was already in critical condition when brought in, especially with a head injury. Her current condition is already quite good.""So
"It's okay! Anyway, I need to get the medical equipment you mentioned as soon as possible!"Horace looked at Lambert's determination and had no choice but to call Boone. Perhaps Lambert's stubbornness matched Boone's!While Horace and Boone were in contact, Lambert quickly contacted his assistant, Bob, and some necessary personnel!He swiftly arranged for a helicopter. Once Horace confirmed, they would transport the equipment over. Of course, he also contacted international medical authorities to come here for consultation!Half an hour later, Lydia was finally temporarily pushed into the intensive care unit, and Lambert and the others could only watch her lying in bed through the window.Just as the doctor said, Lydia's condition was not good. She had a ventilator on her face and tubes all over her body.Doctors would enter from time to time to record her condition, while Horace was discussing new treatment plans with several medical elites
Whether it was his prayers or Lydia's fate, after two hours of rescue efforts, Lydia's condition stabilized once again.Lydia's repeated setbacks made Horace even more vigilant. The number of doctors on duty in the intensive care unit increased from two to four!At six in the morning, Wythe woke up from the single bed in the duty room. His first thought was to visit his mom, ignoring even his hunger.Fortunately, Lambert remembered that his little one was still growing and couldn't skip breakfast.He quickly called his assistant, Bob, and had some delicious food brought over for Wythe.But no matter how delicious the food was, Wythe was indifferent. He quickly had breakfast with Lambert and couldn't help but ask, "Dad, how's mom doing after last night?"Lambert responded by ruffling his hair, "Don't worry, your mom will get better!"Wythe was worried and felt a little sad. Since he was born, he had always been by his mom's side and ha
Lambert presented himself as refined, but his underlying dominance was unmistakable. "That's not the case, Principal. I'm just worried about Lydia's health. She's pregnant, and she's caring for a class full of four- and five-year-olds. If something were to happen, it could be very dangerous for her."The principal furrowed her brow, eyeing him curiously. His concern seemed more like that of a family member than a parent. "While your point is valid, we've already considered this. Surely, you wouldn't expect her to be dismissed? After all, maternity leave is an option now...""Maternity leave is limited," Lambert replied firmly. "Besides, you must know that Lydia can't stay here forever."The principal felt uneasy. Lambert's demeanor and attire suggested he was no ordinary individual; why would he want his family working in such a small place? Something felt off."On what grounds are you so sure?" she asked.Lambert responded with unwavering confiden
Meanwhile, Lydia was feeling quite emotional in her room. The impact of seeing Lambert, whom she hadn't seen in a long time, was overwhelming. He had lost quite a bit of weight, and from his words, it seemed he had been eager to find her ever since he left.It would be a lie to say she wasn't touched; he truly cared about her. She had always held onto him in her heart and never let go. However, the idea of going back because of this was unlikely; after all, she was a stubborn person, and once she made a decision, it wasn't easy to change her mind.Lydia hoped that Lambert would take the hint and leave soon so her life could return to normal. Otherwise, her heart would be in turmoil!As Lambert, whom Lydia hoped would leave, was knocking on the door next door, an elderly man in his sixties opened it, eyeing Lambert suspiciously.Lambert straightened his clothes and spoke with a gentle tone, "Hello, I'm Lambert. The thing is..."Lydia, completely obl
Using their son as a shield might seem a bit embarrassing, but it was undeniably effective. Sure enough, upon hearing Wythe's name, Lydia paused her resistance to Lambert. She struggled to move her legs and began to make her way toward her home.What should have been a short ten-minute walk turned into a half-hour ordeal due to Lydia's difficulty in moving. During this time, she even awkwardly made a trip to the restroom. As she entered the later stages of her pregnancy, not only had her legs swollen, but her trips to the bathroom had also increased significantly. Just moments ago, she had finished a latte, which made the situation even more awkward—suddenly needing to find a restroom while walking.Lambert, while unaware of the many inconveniences pregnancy could bring, couldn't help but feel like a negligent husband and father as he watched Lydia struggle. He realized he knew nothing about what she was going through. Seeing her in such discomfort made his heart
Lambert closed his eyes, trying to calm the turmoil in his heart. He had truly found Lydia!"Sorry, Lydia, I think I got a bit carried away!"Could this be a dream? If it is, he hoped he'd never wake up.Lydia was at a loss for words. This wasn't just being a bit excited; he was clearly overwhelmed!She decided to change the subject. "Lambert, how's Wythe doing?" Her son was the person she cared about most, and the one she felt she owed the most to."He's fine, but he really misses you. I didn't expect that after all this time, you wouldn't even call once."Hearing this, Lydia lowered her head, guilt washing over her. In some ways, she knew she hadn't been a very good mother. She had neglected her son for her own feelings."I'm sorry..."Lambert sighed softly, a mix of emotions swirling within him. "You don't need to apologize, Lydia. It's all my fault. If I hadn't misunderstood you, you wouldn't have felt the need to leave Nov
Debby felt a sudden jolt, her ears turning bright red. Being caught doing something wrong and exposed in public was a uniquely uncomfortable experience."Uh, I..."Lambert's heart raced. Could it be that he finally found the right place? Was Lydia really at this kindergarten?Fearing he might startle her, he spoke gently, his tone patient. "Debby, there's been a misunderstanding between Lydia and me. I care about her deeply, and I can't lose her. I don't know how you've interpreted our situation, but as her friend, I assume you want her to be happy too?"Debby hesitated at his words. Was this man truly a scoundrel? Upon reflection, Lydia had only mentioned that she had divorced her partner and left Nova City due to some circumstances. She had never spoken ill of her ex-husband, so perhaps she had misjudged him?Debby's expression shifted, yet she still seemed unsure. Lambert seized the moment to ask, "Debby, Lydia hasn't left, has she?""How
Lydia could hardly believe her ears, but Debby wouldn't lie to her. So, Lambert had really come looking for her.Her emotions were a whirlwind. It had been nearly five months since she left. During this time, she had come to Y City alone, found a job at a kindergarten, and gradually found some peace.Being away from the chaos allowed Lydia to reflect on herself, and she realized that the situation with Lambert wasn't entirely his fault. While he sometimes acted presumptuously, his intentions were good—he always acted out of concern for himself. Each argument only chipped away at their relationship.No bond can withstand constant fighting.Lost in thought, Lydia absentmindedly traced her fingers over her phone screen. Should she reach out to Lambert? According to Debby, he was probably headed to Rong City.She lowered her gaze, her long eyelashes casting shadows over her troubled eyes. When she first heard that Lambert was looking for her, her
As Lambert stepped out of the apartment, a lost look lingered in his eyes. For the past few months, he had been caught in a cycle of hope and disappointment almost every single day.He should have been used to it by now, but each time he felt let down, hurt, and increasingly restless. The longer the search went on, the more he worried about whether he would ever find Lydia."Hey, don't be too downcast. Finding someone is like this; as long as you persevere, you will eventually locate them!"Lambert nodded at her comforting words, knowing well that now wasn't the time to give up."Lambert, since you haven't found her yet, what's your next move?"He frowned slightly. "I think I'll stay here for a while. According to the information my friend gave me, there might be another Lydia in City Y."She sighed. "You really have it tough. How long do you think it will take to find her? It's like searching for a needle in a haystack!""It's okay;
Upon seeing the information, Lambert felt as though he'd been tirelessly searching, only to stumble upon the answer effortlessly.Watching him hold the household registry, his hands trembling, the elderly woman knew that this young man truly loved his wife. She couldn't help but sigh. Why couldn't people just talk things out calmly instead of storming off? When this Lambert finally found his wife, she made a mental note to have a good talk with her. After all, finding someone who genuinely loves you these days isn't easy, especially someone as handsome and devoted as him.As she shared more advice, Lambert listened attentively. A couple of hours later, there he was, standing outside apartment 803 of Building 6, disguised in a delivery uniform, complete with a sunhat and a package in hand.*Ding dong, ding dong...*Lambert stood at the door, feeling anxious. He feared the person inside wouldn't be Lydia, but also worried they wouldn't answer at all.
The intense longing Lambert felt was like ants gnawing at his heart—an unbearable pain that consumed him. Yet, this separation made him realize even more clearly how deeply Lydia had become a part of his life. Without her, he felt utterly lost, as though she had completely permeated his existence without him even noticing.After a brief rest, Lambert began his search for information. He quietly arrived at the neighborhood where one of the pregnant women named Lydia was living and started asking around about her."You seem unfamiliar. You're not from around here, are you?" An elderly woman approached him, curiosity in her eyes.Lambert's heart leaped at the question. He had been wondering how to start the conversation, and now someone had given him the perfect opportunity. "You've got a sharp eye, ma'am. I'm new here.""I thought so! We don't usually see such a handsome young man in our neighborhood," the woman commented."Are you here for work, or are you planning to settle down? You