"That's my business!" Lambert's tone was resolute.Lydia's heart warmed slightly, but it quickly sank.In truth, Odgen was right. Families like theirs valued reputation the most, and as the next head of the family, Lambert had to pay even more attention to his image, including that of his spouse. As a member of the upper class, Lydia understood this principle well.When her mother was alive, she was expelled from the family for marrying a man without status.If it weren't for her grandfather having only her mother as a daughter, her mother might not have inherited anything.Moreover, Lydia did indeed have a failed marriage!But it wasn't her fault; she was the biggest victim.But how could Lydia explain all this? Should she reveal every detail to others?Her pride and self-respect wouldn't allow her to do so!So, Lydia stood up, bowed deeply to Odgen and Nydia, and said, "I'm sorry. Perhaps in your eyes, I'm indeed not worthy of Lambert. But love is between us. Please trust us.""Are y
With an extra person in tow, many household items needed to be bought anew, so the three of them went down to the supermarket together after lunch.Wythe sat in the shopping cart, pushed by Lambert, while Lydia directed them where to go.This good-looking family of three attracted quite a few envious glances as they strolled through the aisles.Observing the attention they were getting, Lambert reached out and hooked his arm around Lydia's slender waist, causing her cheeks to flush red.She shot him a glare and swatted away his wandering hand, "Behave yourself, this is a public place!"Raising an eyebrow, Lambert retorted, "So what? Am I not allowed to hold onto my own wife in public?"Lydia blushed even deeper, gritting her teeth, "Who said you're my husband? Stop talking nonsense, or you won't be going home!"Lambert sighed with a hint of resignation, "Okay, fine, not yet, but soon enough."Surprisingly, Lydia didn't argue further.Lambert's antics had already left her blushing, so
Lydia widened her eyes, taking a moment to process Lambert's words.She blushed crimson, but by then, she was already melting under Lambert's kiss. Her hands clung helplessly to Lambert's arm, her eyes shimmering with desire.Her slightly parted lips, flushed from the kiss, looked irresistibly tempting.Lambert's gaze fell, catching a glimpse of her delicate skin peeking out from her slightly open neckline, and the softness of her breaths, quickening, almost teasingly elusive.A surge of heat rushed through Lambert, his throat tight.His gaze grew even deeper as he lowered his head, capturing Lydia's lips in a possessive, dominant kiss.The fiery sensation from the depths of her being left Lydia feeling utterly defenseless. Her hazy eyes carried a hint of anticipation, like a fish waiting to be pulled from the grill, yearning for someone to extinguish the flames."Mama! Your favorite TV show is starting!"The sudden sound from outside abruptly snapped the two out of their desire-fille
Lydia's eyelashes fluttered lightly like dancing butterflies, the warmth still lingering on her cheeks.Seeing Lambert's determined gaze, as if he wouldn't give up without a kiss, she reluctantly relented.After all, she couldn't deny the stirring of her own heart, could she?Taking the initiative, Lydia leaned in, her cherry lips brushing against Lambert's sensual jawline.A fleeting touch, but before she could pull away, Lambert's large hand firmly held her head in place.His gentle yet authoritative tongue ventured into Lydia's mouth, leaving her breathless before releasing her, a low chuckle rumbling from his chest as he rested his head on her shoulder, infecting Lydia with its vibrations.She knew Lambert was genuinely happy, and suddenly, many of her worries from before seemed to dissipate.Perhaps, even if he left the Halsey household, it wouldn't be as dismal as she imagined?Besides, who's to say who would compromise first in the end? Lydia felt strangely certain about this i
With both parties acquainted and SAC already leaning towards Lydia's studio, the meeting proceeded smoothly, facilitated by Andrew's presence.After the meeting, Andrew stayed behind to speak with Lydia alone."I didn't expect this!"Seeing the smile in Lydia's eyes, Andrew's gaze softened even more. "Yeah, if I hadn't come over, I wouldn't have known that the studio our company is collaborating with this time is yours, Lydia."Lydia smiled. "I have to thank you for your generosity earlier, making our first business deal go so smoothly.""If you want to thank me, how about having coffee together?"Lydia's eyes sparkled. "Sure!"Andrew was pleasantly surprised. He thought she might refuse, but to have the opportunity to have coffee with the girl he had secretly admired for years excited him beyond measure.Andrew tried to contain his excitement, reminding himself not to be rude. So, they left the meeting room one after the other, heading to the café downstairs.It was still working hou
The next morning, when Lydia woke up, her favorite breakfast was already on the table.Lambert and Wythe were already seated, eating.Feeling a bit embarrassed, Lydia glanced at them and sat down next to Wythe, stealing a glance at Lambert.Lambert was elegantly sipping his coffee, as if tasting expensive wine.Sensing Lydia's gaze, he raised his eyes slightly, meeting hers for a moment, causing Lydia to quickly lower her head.She wondered why he was looking at her like that when she hadn't done anything wrong.After coughing lightly, Lydia spoke up, "I know I've neglected you guys these past few days, but the company's just getting started. Thankfully, we'll be done in another two days. How about we all go out for a day of fun as a family?"Lambert put down his spoon. "Another two days?"Lydia nodded repeatedly. "Yes! I promise!""Hmph! I don't believe Mom's promises. You promised to sleep with us at night, but these past two days, you've been sleeping alone. You came back and didn'
Lydia and Andrew sat facing each other in a nearby restaurant near Lydia's company. They each ordered a simple meal and ate quietly.Andrew was quite content. These days, being able to work and eat together with the person he liked, discussing their favorite designs, made him feel like this was the happiest life he could have."Lydia, slow down your eating. Eating too quickly isn't good for your stomach," Andrew reminded her.Lydia looked up and gave Andrew a smile. "I know, Andrew. You always care so much. In the future, you'll definitely be a perfect boyfriend!"Andrew's heart skipped a beat, his mouth dry. Suddenly, he wanted to ask her if she would give him a chance to take care of her for the rest of her life."Lydia..."Ring...Lydia's phone interrupted Andrew's almost-confession, and it also made him retreat back into his shell of courage.He decided to wait a bit longer.Maybe when Lydia got used to having him around, she would notice his feelings. He had waited for so many ye
However, that commanding presence, which instinctively demanded submission, made her hesitate; could it be any ordinary client?Upon receiving the news, Lambert rose from his chair, straightened his suit, and strode purposefully towards the third-floor conference room.The meeting had just begun. Lydia, along with some company executives and several from SAC Corporation, had just taken their seats.Andrew, as the general manager of SAC, was the first to speak."Thank you all..."Bam! The sound of the conference room door being pushed open suddenly echoed!All eyes turned towards the sound, revealing a tall, imposing figure standing at the doorway.Clad in a tailored black suit that perfectly accentuated his tall stature, his gaze swept over the occupants of the room, sending a chill down their spines and causing an involuntary shiver.Andrew furrowed his brows subconsciously, sensing a foreboding.Lydia, equally surprised, looked towards Lambert, her mouth agape. What was he doing her
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
Lambert knelt down, meeting Wythe's eyes, and asked gently, "Wythe, are you sure this is what you want? Staying here while we're away—won't you feel lonely?"Though Wythe didn't want to be separated from his father, he wanted even more for his dad to focus fully on finding his mom, so they could all be together again. There's a saying about temporary separation being for a longer reunion—something like that."If I miss you, I can always call or video chat! Don't worry, Dad, I'm all grown up now—I won't embarrass you!"Lambert ruffled Wythe's hair, pride swelling in his chest. "You'll always be my best son! Both your mom and I are so proud of you."Wythe blushed a little. "Dad, don't praise me in front of everyone like this, I might actually get too proud!"Thera, standing nearby, burst into laughter at his bashful expression and swooped in to pick him up, giving him a playful kiss on the cheek. "Don't worry, Lambert. I've got Wythe covered. He'll be just fine with me."Andrew chimed i
Lambert carefully tucked Wythe into bed before solemnly opening the letter Lydia had left behind."...Lambert, by the time you read this letter, I'll probably already be in another city. I'm not sure if we'll ever see each other again.Sometimes, I wonder how we ended up like this. We once loved each other so deeply, but now, we've only caused each other endless pain.There's nothing going on between Andrew and me. I don't know if you'll believe me when I say this, but when I first found out I was pregnant again, I wanted to tell you the truth. Sadly, it seemed like you weren't willing to listen.I tried, again and again, to get back together with you, but no matter how hard I tried, it felt like we were two parallel lines—never to intersect again.Lambert, I don't know if I'm making the right decision, or even why I'm doing this. I just know that if I stayed in Nova City, I would lose my mind. So I've decided to leave. I need to find a place where no one knows me, and I don't know an