"No way!" Kisa blurted out, trying to stand up and escape.But Gilbert pulled her back in an instant, even positioning her provocatively on his lap. This pose might have been fine at home, but at the office, it felt incredibly awkward. If someone walked in, she would be mortified.Squirming to get up, she pleaded. "Gilbert, quit it! I want to go home.""I just need your help."Kisa hesitated, momentarily forgetting her attempts to break free. "Help with what?""I have loads of documents that need organizing. Help me out, and then we'll head home together."Kisa's brow furrowed instinctively. "Why not let your Miss Mitchell assist you?"Gilbert's face darkened. Feigning annoyance, he flicked her forehead. "I don't like her hanging around.""If you don't want her here, then why did you hire her as your secretary? Watch out; she might try to uncover your company's secrets."Kisa deliberately shared this concern, hoping he would remain cautious.He scoffed disdainfully. "She's no
Davian, Gilbert's right-hand man, held an impressive level of prestige within the company. He was granted the rare privilege of entering the CEO's office without a heads-up, simply by knocking.Sara observed him closely as he approached the CEO's door. She could not hold back her frustration and scolded the nearby junior assistant. "What kind of work ethic is this? Didn't Mr. Kooper make it crystal clear that no one should disturb him? If Mr. Park interrupts Mr. Kooper's private moment with his wife, who's going to take responsibility?"Davian, caught off guard by her severe tone, instinctively glanced over at the junior assistant.The junior assistant rolled her eyes at Sara, clearly annoyed, and then smiled at Davian. "Mr. Park, allow me to notify Mr. Kooper on your behalf.""Ah, sure."The junior assistant wasted no time in dialing Gilbert's landline. A smirk spread across her face as she relayed the message. "Mr. Park, Mr. Kooper invites you in, and he also requests you bring
"You just have to go!" Gilbert exclaimed, crouching down and gripping her hand with an infectious grin. "Come on, you've got to meet the girl who will steal your son's heart one day."Kisa was dumbfounded. 'How can he talk so confidently about a future that's far from certain?'Davian, standing behind Gilbert, cleared his throat awkwardly. "Uh, Mr. Kooper, Kelvin only invited you... not your wife."Gilbert's face fell. "Well, you can tell him that if my better half isn't invited, I'm not going either."Davian was at a loss for words.Kisa urged. "You really should go. It'd be rude not to.""But you're coming with me." He insisted.Faced with his unwavering gaze, Kisa finally gave in with a nod. She was curious to see the adorable child as well, but she worried about making everyone else uncomfortable.The day after tomorrow, bright and early, Gilbert first took her to the Kooper residence to collect the children. It was not until around ten in the morning that they made their w
Gracie shot him a fiery glare and grabbed Kisa's hand, exclaiming, "Don't mind him. He's absolutely obsessed with parading our daughter around in front of his buddies. It's beyond infuriating!""Hey, what's the big deal with showing off my precious daughter to those single losers?" he snapped back, only to receive another dramatic eye roll from Gracie. His face fell, a picture of pure hurt. "She's my daughter too, remember?""Oh, really? And what exactly did you contribute? You just provided that tiny little something, while I endured nine months of pregnancy and all the pain that came with it!""I..." Kelvin was left utterly speechless, seething with anger.Kisa, caught in the crossfire of their heated exchange, let out an awkward, nervous laugh. Gracie pulled her away to play with the children, completely disregarding Kelvin's existence. Furious, he clenched his teeth and glared at Kisa with a jealous intensity.'How can this outsider stand against me, the rightful husband and f
Sara did not seem angry upon hearing what they said. Instead, she responded with a loaded smile."I was merely sharing my genuine thoughts. Your reactions, however, seem like you're trying to hide something."Gracie was laced with fury, and she raised her fist, ready to take a swing at Sara. Kisa held her back, lightly chuckling at Sara."We're offering sincere advice, too—visit an eye doctor. With your level of blindness and constant blabber, you're bound to get in trouble."Off to the side, Kelvin tensely observed the women's verbal sparring, worried it might escalate into a physical fight. Gilbert shook his head, pulling Kelvin into a corner."You've only got yourself to blame." Gilbert bluntly told Kelvin.Annoyed and feeling wronged, Kelvin shot back. "You're the one who got mixed up with her. You wanted her gone for your wife's sake, so I had to clean up after you. Are we even buddies anymore?"Gilbert eyed him skeptically. "She wanted to see your baby; how does that invol
Just as Sara clenched her fists, her face twisted with hatred as she glared at Kisa, Ada unexpectedly asked her a question with a seemingly innocent smile. Although her smile was endearing, there was an icy chill in her eyes. It was astounding how intimidating the gaze of a six-year-old could be.Sara felt a sudden, inexplicable unease and forced a smile. "Oh no, I was just admiring the unique protection charm your mommy got for Natasha.""But, Madam, the way you looked at my mommy was super mean, like you wanted to hurt her or something."No sooner had Ada spoken, Gilbert shot a warning glance at Sara, his eyes narrowing with an unmistakable coldness. Sara secretly gritted her teeth, struggling to contain the jealousy and resentment raging within her.She feigned a smile and said, "You must have misunderstood. Your mommy and I are great friends."Ada pouted, unconvinced. She dashed over to Kelvin, shaking his arm. "Uncle Kelvin, that lady is super loud and annoying. She could sca
"One day, I swear, I'll make you all pay!"Gracie's eyes bulged in disbelief. "What... what did you just say? You want to make us all pay? You are pretty gutsy, huh? If you think you can, then come on, bring it on!" Gracie roared, rolling up her sleeves and charging at Sara again.Sara's face filled with fear as she backed away, looking innocent and pitiful. "Gracie, what has gotten into you? I didn't say a thing! I—ah!"Before she could finish, Gracie shoved her to the ground and cursed, calling her a worthless woman. Just as Gracie straddled her, ready to strike again, Kelvin shoved her away."Enough already! What is up with you lately? You are flying off the handle like some kind of banshee!""A banshee? You are calling me a banshee?" Gracie trembled with anger. "I bet you're in cahoots with this tramp, so now you can't stand the sight of me, Kelvin! I must have been blind to marry you. I want a divorce!""Have you lost your mind?" Kelvin shouted back, furious. "When did you s
No matter who it was—Kelvin or Gilbert—Sara's ultimate goal was to stir up trouble for them. When she could not find a weak spot in Kisa's relationship with Gilbert, she targeted Kelvin and Gracie. Gracie, with her pure heart and strong sense of justice, was an easy target for Sara.Gracie stared at the baby in the stroller, tears streaming down her face as her heart ached more and more. Ada and Andrew tried desperately to comfort her, but their words did little to help. Kisa embraced her, reassuringly saying, "Don't cry. We've all seen how deeply Kelvin cares for you. It's impossible for him to have a secret affair with Sara.""But who knows?" Gracie sobbed. "Maybe he's been hiding it all along. He used to say he was treating Sara's wounds and would often visit her. God only knows what happened between them. And just now, the way he treated me and Sara—you saw it too. He has changed, Kisa. I'm telling you; people change over time."Kisa shook her head, certain that Kelvin would nev