In the grand scheme of things, nothing is more important than eating!Having fully come to terms with everything, Lydia indulged herself without hesitation, unknowingly finishing three bowls.When she finally put down her chopsticks, she noticed Lambert sitting across from her, staring in disbelief with a hint of amusement in his eyes. Her face flushed involuntarily—damn it! She had made a fool of herself again!After breakfast, Lambert and Lydia headed to the office together. Just like the previous day, Lydia was assigned to the design department. As soon as she walked in, she was met with the disapproving glare of her superior."Mr. Stevin, is something wrong?" A bad feeling crept up in Lydia as she asked."Lydia, if I'm not mistaken, this is your second day in the design department. I know you have connections, but could you at least not make it so obvious?""What do you mean?" Lydia was clearly taken aback. She genuinely didn't think she had been acting as if she had any special b
When Lydia and her colleagues met with Lambert, they were greeted by an extremely cold and intimidating demeanor. However, the fury simmering in Lambert's eyes was still enough to send chills down their spines.As Lambert tapped his index finger on the table, everyone fell silent, trembling with fear. Even Stevin, who had been calm just moments ago, began to sweat under Lambert's piercing gaze."Speak," Lambert commanded.Stevin, eager to defend himself, quickly responded, "Boss, it's not that I don't want to give Lydia a chance, but we simply can't afford to keep her! It's only her second day, and she's already caused such a significant loss. If she stays in our department, who knows what else might happen?"Ivan, standing nearby, couldn't help but sneer at Stevin's obvious attempt to undermine Lydia. How foolish! Where did he get the confidence to so blatantly suppress a newcomer? Did he really think everyone else was an idiot?Stevin noticed Ivan's disdainful look and became even m
The situation resolved itself unexpectedly quickly, leaving Lydia both surprised and relieved. She was willing to endure Lambert's difficulties to secure her shares, but if she were dragged into some internal strife within Universal Conglomerate, it would hardly be worth it."Thank you."Lydia expressed her gratitude sincerely. She was genuinely thankful to Lambert. At the very least, clearing her name so swiftly and avoiding taking the blame for others was a good outcome.Lambert stood up and walked toward her, his expression unreadable. Lydia felt a sudden wave of anxiety. When he stopped just a step away, her heart pounded wildly."Lydia, this time you were caught up in something beyond your control. Naturally, I'll help you resolve it. But everything comes with a price. How do you plan to repay me?"His warm breath brushed against her, making Lydia instinctively want to retreat. But before she could move, Lambert's arm wrapped around her waist. "How about a kiss?" he suggested.La
Lydia had taken the time to secretly learn some massage techniques, intending to help ease his fatigue. However, now, as she looked at the once familiar figure before her, standing in the most familiar posture, her heart was filled with bitterness. She couldn't understand how things between them had come to this point, but it seemed there was no way to turn back.They had become strangers, unable to return to the intimacy and sweetness of the past. Life felt bleak, yet there was nothing she could do.Lydia sat down on the edge of the bed with practiced ease and began massaging his shoulders. The firm muscles under her hands gradually relaxed, but her own thoughts were in turmoil.As her warm hands worked busily on his back, Lambert's heart raced, pounding steadily in his chest. The places she touched felt like they were on fire, the heat within him building bit by bit.Uncomfortably, he shifted his body, feeling embarrassed by his reaction. Trying to cover it up, he cleared his throat
Lydia had no idea that she had become the target of someone's hidden schemes. Most importantly, she was utterly unaware of what she had done to offend Sylvia.At that moment, Sylvia dialed a number, "Sibyl, it's me, Sylvia. I just heard something that might interest you.""What is it?""Well, I heard that..." Sylvia relayed the information she had gathered, embellishing it to make it more intriguing, particularly focusing on how Lydia's actions supposedly caused the design director Stevin to resign.On the other end of the line, Sibyl's expression darkened, "So that's it. I was wondering why Stevin suddenly quit when everything was going so well. So this is the truth! Thank you, Sylvia!""No need to thank me, Sibyl. If it weren't for Lydia's outrageous behavior, I wouldn't have bothered getting involved. You know me; I just want to live peacefully in my own little corner!""Exactly. This is all Lydia's doing! What did I do wrong? I only offered her a bit of advice as a senior, and she
Lydia smiled at the two people in front of her. "I'm new here and don't even know this Sibyl you're talking about. How could I have offended her?"She really didn't understand. It was just a job, after all. Why all the scheming and underhandedness, creating such a toxic environment? How could anyone work well in such conditions?Elma and Carlin exchanged glances and nodded in agreement. "Sibyl has a tendency to bully newcomers. Although she hasn't been in the logistics department for long, her reputation in the company has never been great. Just be careful, Lynn."Whether they were being sincere or not, they had warned her.Lydia accepted their goodwill, thanked them politely, and then took the cleaning tools she had been given and started her work.Meanwhile, in the boss's office, Lambert's expression was grim. On the computer screen in front of him was a live feed of Lydia carrying a mop and bucket towards the restroom.Ivan stood behind the boss, trembling with fear, worried that h
Sibyl, accompanied by a few of her close aides, marched directly towards the restroom Lydia was cleaning. At that moment, Lydia was diligently mopping the floor. Her forehead was covered in sweat, and her face was slightly flushed from the heat, which inadvertently added a touch of beauty to her appearance.Lydia looked up to wipe the sweat off her brow, and a satisfied smile appeared on her face as she admired the spotless floor. She was no stranger to this type of work; when she first arrived in Paris, she had done similar jobs due to financial hardships. If Lambert thought this would be a way to make things difficult for her, he had underestimated her.The only thing that made Lydia slightly uncomfortable was her back, which seemed to tire easily after mopping for a while. She thought, perhaps with some self-deprecation, that she was indeed getting old.Lydia chuckled at herself, and as she was about to leave with the bucket, a voice suddenly stopped her."Wait a moment!"Lydia loo
Verna was amazed, thinking, Who was the one who said to wait a little longer? Now you're running faster than anyone else! Fine, let's follow and see what happens!At this moment, Lambert was in a state of intense anxiety, filled with regret and worry. He had no idea what those women would do to Lydia, but he knew that if he didn't get there soon, Lydia would definitely be badly bullied!Lambert's expression was extremely grim. Ivan and Verna, who were following closely behind, were equally anxious. If Lydia really was bullied, they would feel deeply guilty.Meanwhile, in the bathroom, Sibyl and her close confidante were dragging Lydia inside.Lydia was extremely nervous. She couldn't understand what she had done to offend these people so much that they harbored such hatred towards her—especially Sibyl, whose eyes were filled with such intense hatred that it made Lydia's heart race with fear."What exactly do you want?"Lydia slowly backed away, grateful that she still had a mop in her
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