Upon hearing this, Lydia couldn't help but burst into tears!Andrew didn't stop her, only holding her tighter.Lydia nestled in his arms, crying uncontrollably, as if she wanted to wash away all the sadness.Lydia didn't know how long she had cried. In a daze, Andrew helped her into the car.Both Lydia and Wythe were exhausted.As soon as they got into the car, they fell into a deep sleep, not even having dinner!And thus, Wythe's sixth birthday slipped away into the stream of time!When Lydia woke up the next day, it was already noon. She smelled the aroma of food as she got up. Wythe was already happily sitting there, gnawing on a chicken leg.Lydia felt guilty when she noticed his slightly swollen eyes and numerous bruises on his tender arms from yesterday's fall.Lydia's heart clenched. She noticed Wythe looking at her and forced a smile. "Mommy, are you awake? Uncle Fraine made my favorite chicken legs! Do you want some?"Lydia walked over and lifted him onto her lap. "Sorry, bab
Lambert was momentarily stunned, then quickly answered the call. Upon seeing Lydia's name on the screen, his expression softened rapidly.He seemed to forget about the meeting entirely, waving his hand to dismiss everyone and then answering the call."Lydia..."The sudden change in the boss's demeanor left the department employees bewildered.Wasn't this their cold and imposing boss, who could make grown men tremble in fear just moments ago?How could he transform into such a tender husband with just one phone call?However, the department heads were secretly relieved, silently applauding the timely call from the boss's wife.Whoever spread rumors about the boss having a mistress should be dragged out and punished.Judging by the boss's behavior, it was evident that he deeply cared for his wife!Lambert had no intention of continuing the meeting. Since the day Lydia left with their child out of anger, he hadn't been able to contact her.His calls went unanswered, and he couldn't find
Moreover, during this period, Wythe had been catching up on a lot of insider information about the aristocratic families.He knew that in families like the Halseys, having one or two illegitimate children was normal.Consequently, Lambert's previous hundred percent expectation had dwindled to less than sixty percent now, especially with the sudden appearance of an inexplicable third party carrying his child.Looking at Wythe's stubborn little face, Lambert felt an inexplicable heartache. "Darling, no matter what, you are my son, Lambert's son, my one and only treasure! Besides, I never even touched that woman!"Wythe fixed his gaze on Lambert. "Don't think you can deceive me just because I'm a kid! That woman doesn't have superpowers; where did her child come from if you didn't touch her?"Lambert was rendered speechless by his son's words.Then, without a word, Wythe opened the door and got out of the car.He faced Lambert and said, "I'll take the bus back by myself, you don't need t
"Lydia, look at what Wythe has become by staying with you! Does he show any of the nobility of a prestigious family's heir? Of course, coming from a lowly background yourself, we didn't expect you to raise a proper child, but we can't let this child waste away in your hands!""Why waste words on her? Now that Wythe is with us, let's leave immediately!"Nydia, clearly disdainful of continuing the conversation with Lydia, ordered her men to take Wythe away.Thrown to the ground by the bodyguards, Lydia watched helplessly as Wythe was taken away.Her heart felt as if it was being ripped apart. In a desperate move, she clenched her teeth and rushed towards Wythe without regard for anything else.Nydia sneered at Lydia's actions and ordered her men to block her. "Lydia, don't waste your efforts!""Mom!"Wythe's eyes were red, though he didn't cry. Instead, he stared angrily at the Halsey parents, his lips tightly pressed together.The bond they had painstakingly built was now shattered. Th
Lambert's gaze turned cold. "So what if I am? I've told you before! Lydia is my wife, and Wythe is my son. What you're doing now isn't just hurting them—you're hurting me!"Nydia's face turned a deep shade of blue with anger, her once-beautiful features now twisted in rage. Her eyes burned with venom as she looked at Lydia.She deeply regretted not having discreetly dealt with this woman when she first appeared, sparing them from this confrontation now.Odgen stepped forward, supporting the stumbling Nydia, and scolded, "Lambert! Is this how you treat your parents?"Lambert took a deep breath, trying to control his emotions. "Don't push me to my limit."Nydia, consumed by fury, stepped forward and raised her hand to slap Lambert. He caught her wrist, his gaze icy. "Mother, are you sure you want to do this?"Nydia froze, her body stiffening under his cold stare.She gritted her teeth but finally let her hand drop.Odgen, equally infuriated, thought for a moment before speaking. "If you
Lydia then realized they had come prepared; perhaps their ultimate goal was for her and Lambert to divorce.Previously, she had only noticed the bodyguards, completely unaware that they had also brought a lawyer!A pen was thrust into Lydia's hand, her fingers trembling, nails turning white from the pressure. Her face was pale, and her fragile expression was heart-wrenching."Why aren't you signing? Are you trying to stall?" Nydia's tone was harsh.Lydia pressed her lips together, looking at Nydia. "You don't need to say more. I'll sign."Lambert stood there, watching the scene unfold, feeling a deep sense of absurdity.The woman he loved most and the parents he once deeply respected were now sharply opposed, completely ignoring his presence as the main party involved.Divorce? How could they even suggest such a thing? And what infuriated Lambert more was that Lydia was actually about to sign!Just as Lydia's pen was about to touch the paper, Lambert stepped forward and grabbed the di
Lambert's movements were incredibly gentle, yet his face carried an undeniable authority.Unavoidably, Lydia's ears turned red, unsure if it was from embarrassment or anger.Wythe watched in awe as Lambert, his father, returned with an air of dominance. Any residual anger in his heart dissipated entirely.At that moment, he thought his dad was incredibly cool!After applying the medication to Lydia, Lambert didn't say much more. He gave her a deep look. "Lydia, I won't give up on you so easily. Whether you believe it or not, you've always been the only one in my heart.""You..."Lydia wanted to say more, but Lambert interrupted her. "A lot has happened today. You should rest well. I'll come back to see you later."Lambert quickly left, having many other things to handle.On the other side, back at the estate, Nydia was fuming. "Look at Lambert now! He's willing to say such harsh words to us because of that woman. I regret not dealing with that woman right from the start!"Odgen handed
Lydia excused herself, claiming she felt unwell, and returned to her room.She slowly walked to the window and looked outside.From her vantage point, she could see Lambert's figure.As the sky darkened, Lydia recognized Lambert's tall silhouette standing alone. The small red glow of his cigarette flickered in the night, making him appear inexplicably lonely.Lydia felt a tightness in her chest, an unexplainable sadness overcoming her.In the darkness, Lambert remained at his post, and Lydia continued to watch him from the window, her expression complicated.A knock on the door startled Lydia. She quickly moved away from the window and opened the door.Andrew stood there, holding a tray, his face filled with concern. "Lydia, how are you feeling? I made some of your favorite dishes. You should eat something."Lydia forced a smile. "Thank you, Andrew."Andrew sighed and set the tray down. He took a step closer to Lydia, his eyes filled with emotion as he spoke each word carefully. "Lydi
Once Lydia calmed down, she realized Lambert had already come in. Given Wythe's presence, it was obviously unrealistic to ask him to leave.Seizing the moment, Wythe turned to Lydia and said, "Mom, can I stay with you tonight?"Lydia nodded without hesitation. "Of course you can! Where else would you stay?"As she spoke, she shot a glance at Lambert, her eyes clearly indicating that she wanted him to leave as soon as possible. He was just too much to deal with.Unfortunately, Lambert didn't take the hint and instead asked, "Lydia, you only have a small bed here. Wythe won't fit; I think he should stay at my place."Although it was just next door, Lambert's place was vastly different—a spacious two-hundred-square-meter apartment with three bedrooms and two living areas, while Lydia's was only about ninety. As soon as he moved in, Lambert had redecorated one of the rooms specifically for Lydia.Before Lydia could respond, Wythe looked at
No matter how upset Lydia felt, Lambert followed her like a shadow. However, he managed to avoid any more foolish actions after their earlier confrontation, even going so far as to apologize.He was humble, hoping to cheer her up, but she remained as cold as ice, leaving him in despair."Dad, I've arrived at Y City Airport! Come pick me up!"When Lambert received Wythe's call, he felt like a savior had arrived. Ever since their argument over Lydia's job, she hadn't spoken to him at all. Initially, she wouldn't let him in, and now she didn't even open the door. If she saw it was him through the peephole, she would resolutely stay inside!With that attitude, even Lambert's best efforts were useless.Wythe's arrival was the perfect catalyst to break the deadlock. Delighted, Lambert headed straight to the airport after dropping off Lydia's meal, as usual.Meanwhile, Lydia was fuming at the sight of meals consistently hanging on her door. She cou
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;