“Or you might find pregnancy hypoglycemia unbearable. We could choose not to have children if that’s the case,” Stanley Batton said each word carefully.There was a look of complete sincerity in his eyes.These were his genuine thoughts.Although Stanley really wanted to have children with Xyla Quest and was truly happy about it, he still respected Xyla’s decision.Since they had gotten married, Xyla had always had the final say.When Xyla heard this, her heart instantly felt warmed. “Idiot… Since I’m already pregnant by accident, there’s no reason to abort the babies… They have lives of their own, and they’re the result of our love.“Indeed, I didn’t want to have children so soon. But since the children are here, I don’t want an abortion…“Abortion is a ruthless behavior. I don’t want to hurt them…“Don’t worry. I’ll raise the children well,” Xyla said softly. With that, she couldn’t resist extending her hand to touch her stomach gently…When Xyla thought about how two life f
“Don’t worry. I can maintain a fine balance,” Stanley Batton said.Beep, beep, beep—Right then, Sharon Lidnt called Stanley on the phone.Stanley immediately walked out of the emergency room with his phone in his hand before picking the call up. “Hello, Mom.”“Why did I read on the news that Xyla passed out backstage during League of Legends’ ninth-anniversary celebrity talent competition? Although there aren’t any pictures as proof, the text seemed convincing. So is it true or not?” Sharon Lindt sounded very concerned.“It’s true…” Stanley replied as he lazily leaned against the wall.The cold, white light that shone upon his face made his facial features appear unusually cold and harsh. Even his aura seemed to be getting colder.“What? What happened? Which hospital is Xyla in?” Sharon sounded even more worried.“The municipal hospital…” Stanley said.“Why did she pass out? Did you abuse Xyla? Did you not feed her well? Is that why she suffered from hypoglycemia?” Sharon sou
Sharon Lindt nodded furiously. “Yes, yes. We will head over right away. However, honey, before we go, I think we should prepare a gift for Xyla…”“We must give her something for getting pregnant with the Batton family’s heir… ” Sharon said.“You can decide. Out of all the precious items in our family, you can give her anything you want,” Wilson Batton said without hesitation.“Forget it… I think small gifts aren’t enough at all. Let’s just give Xyla property. We’ll give her three of our high-class apartments in the city center. Add Xyla’s name to the ownership documents later…” Sharon said in a clear-cut manner. She didn’t hesitate at all.Wilson also nodded without hesitation. “Alright… Now, can we visit our daughter-in-law at the hospital?”Sharon nodded repeatedly. “Yes. Let’s go, hurry up…”When Catherine Batton came down the stairs, she saw that Wilson and Sharon both seemed excited.Her eyes instantly filled with curiosity. “Dad, Mom, what are you two so excited about?”“
“Yeah, yeah… If that’s the case, it’d be great… However, having twins would be much more torturous for Xyla compared to normal pregnancy… I feel bad for you,” Sharon Lindt said truthfully. After saying that, she leaned over and caressed Xyla Quest’s face gently.Xyla immediately felt warm in her heart. “It’s fine. Don’t all women have to go through this? Becoming a mother is a wonderful thing. I like the idea a lot…”Sharon’s smile gradually widened. She had a kind expression on her face. “As long as you like it.”“Stan, you ought to take good care of Xyla from now on…” Wilson Batton looked at Stanley Batton while speaking seriously.“Pregnancy is the most challenging period in a woman’s life. This is when she needs her husband to take good care of her…“Also, pregnant women tend to have unstable emotions. We must first agree that no matter how unstable Xyla gets emotionally, you must tolerate her…“You must be able to bear being hit and yelled at, and you must take care of all t
“Mom, go ahead and say it…” Xyla Quest said.“What do you think if your father and I moved over to stay with you? That way, I can look after you at all times…” Sharon Lindt said.Sharon spontaneously came up with that idea. Mainly because she really took Xyla’s pregnancy seriously. Moreover, she felt worried…Sharon knew how tough it was to be pregnant since she’d given birth to six children before.On top of that, Sharon also felt very grateful to Xyla for giving birth to the next generation in the family. Sharon’s heart also went out to Xyla.She hoped she could look after Xyla and make Xyla the happiest pregnant woman in the world.Not only was Xyla good-looking and capable, but she was talented in every way.Girls like her deserved to be protected, loved, cherished, and treated like a treasure in one’s possession.Sharon didn’t want her darling daughter-in-law to experience any unhappiness or accident.The Batton family must have collectd many good karmas in the last eight
Xyla Quest laughed embarrassedly. “Mom, you don’t have to do this. I’m not that weak…”However, Sharon Lindt gently patted Xyla on the back of her hand in a domineering manner. “Silly child… You must be extra careful in the first three months of pregnancy. Your body has just recovered. How could I not help a little? What if you accidentally passed out?”Xyla immediately felt a sense of warmth spread in her heart. “You’re exaggerating…”However, Sharon had a serious look on her face. “I’m not exaggerating. Anyway, it’s always good to be careful…”Soon, Stanley Batton and Catherine Batton sat down.Wilson Batton smiled. “I’ll go to the kitchen to prepare something delicious for Xyla…”When Sharon heard this, she immediately stood up. “Alright, I’ll go too…”Catherine stood up as well. “I want to go too. Stanley, take good care of Xyla… We’ll prepare some food for you two,” she said.Seeing how all members of the Batton family were smiling, Xyla felt she was surrounded by joy and
“Why?” A look of curiosity appeared in Stanley Batton’s eyes.“Your family has been so nice to me. I feel that it’s only right for the children to take after your family’s surname…” Xyla Quest said seriously.“To be honest, we don’t care about these things…” Stanley said.“But I do…” Xyla said.With that, Xyla looked at Stanley earnestly. “Stanley, will you listen to me? Otherwise, I’m going to ignore you…”The Batton family had been so nice to her. It’d be unjustifiable for her children not to take after the Batton family’s surname.Seeing how Xyla had become serious, Stanley helplessly nodded. “Alright… Alright… As you wish…”Xyla’s facial expression immediately became gentle. “That’s more like it…”Stanley affectionately ruffled her hair. “Do you feel better now? Is there anything bugging you?”“I’m fine…” Xyla shook her head.“That’s great…” Stanley said.Right then, Wilson Batton walked out of the kitchen.Wilson was wearing a white apron. There were still beads of swe
When Xyla Quest saw how Stanley Batton was behaving, she found it extremely amusing. It was very rare to see him acting so childishly…“In the early stages of pregnancy, the babies can’t understand what you’re saying…“Can you not be so childish?” Xyla asked as she smiled.“Even if they can’t understand, I have to say it… I’ll say it every day…” Stanley said.“Fine… As long as you’re happy,” Xyla said.“If the two of you aren’t obedient, I’ll beat you up. Hmm?“Once you’re old enough, you must protect your mother with me. Understood?” Stanley said each word carefully and solemnly.Xyla gently ruffled Stanley’s hair. Her eyes were full of affection. “You’re making me laugh… Can you actually be this childish?”However, Stanley looked at Xyla with a serious expression. “Am I childish?”“Aren’t you?” Xyla replied.Ding-dong… Ding-dong…Right then, the doorbell started ringing.The sudden sound interrupted Xyla’s thoughts.Xyla immediately pushed Stanley away and stood up. She
Xyla quickly reached for Hannah’s hand. “Is that right? Hannah, you’re amazing…! You’re practically on par with Leon!”Hannah laughed, slightly embarrassed. “Not at all.”“Oh, cut it out. If you hadn’t helped me, how could I have improved so quickly?” Leon chuckled.“I guess I’ve lived up to my promise.” Hannah giggled along.Back then, she had promised Leon that she would become someone deserving of him.She claimed that she would grow with Leon.Without a doubt, she had done it.Now, Hannah had become a successful woman many would often speak of. She earned her rightful seat next to Leon as the CEO of Dragon Group.Stanley also turned to look at Hannah. “Yes, Hannah’s very capable. She’s our family pride.”Hannah laughed. “I was lucky to be accepted by your family.”In fact, Hannah genuinely felt grateful toward the Batton family over the years she had spent with them.They had helped her through all the hardship she encountered when she was poor and down on her luck.Aft
“Hannah, I’ve taken the first step for you. Are you willing to walk by my side for the rest of our lives?” Leon asked, serious.“Yes, I am…” Hannah answered without missing a beat.“I’ll protect you. From now on, you don’t have to worry about a single thing.” With that, Leon placed both hands on Hannah’s face and kissed her on the lips.The moment their lips touched, everything felt surreal…Hannah could feel pink, light bubbles floating all around her. It felt as if all the flowers in the world were blossoming at once.In Hannah’s dark, depressing life, Leon was her only salvation.He was a ray of hope that led her out of hell, so she could see light once more.Hannah thought she would never have anything to do with Leon after she quit school.Even until now, she still remembered how sorrowful she was on her last day of school.But now… Not only did she get the opportunity to interact with him once more, but they also became a couple.Their driver sighed to himself while
Over time, Leon’s feelings for Hannah grew deeper, stronger, and more intense.He had grown used to having her with him all the time.Thus, he hoped she would stay by his side for the rest of his life.Upon hearing his words, Hannah’s mind went blank.What did her dream guy just say?Was she dreaming?Hannah quickly pinched her palm at the thought in an attempt to discern between dream and reality.Her palm hurt. That meant this wasn’t a dream. It was real!Hannah felt even more dumbfounded…This meant Leon actually liked her! He was confessing to her, wasn’t he?Did her dream guy actually reciprocate her feelings?Never in her wildest dreams did Hannah imagine she would go through such an experience.Excitement jammed her mind, so much that she was rendered speechless. There were many things she wanted to say, and yet, she couldn’t utter a single word.Her heartbeat increased rapidly, and her entire body began to shake. Sensing her trembling body, Leon tightened his e
Immediately after, the men in black pulled out guns from their pockets, which they aimed at Raymond’s head.Raymond panicked instantly, going pale.He subconsciously retreated a step back. “Who are you? Don’t you know what you’re doing is illegal?”Leon sneered. “You don’t deserve to know my name. In this city, I am the law.”Leon’s domineering words made him seem even more imposing.At this moment, Hannah felt as if he was a guardian angel sent from Heaven to protect her.Something about him seemed oddly sacred and heavenly.“Mr. Batton, do I shoot him in the head?” One of the men dressed in black asked.“Mr. Batton? Are you Stanley Batton’s son?!” Fear was beginning to spread through Raymond. For one to have Batton as his surname and act this arrogantly in Atlantis, he could be none other than a member of the renowned Batton family.“How dare you address our president by name?!” Another man in black leveled Raymond with a chilling glare.Suffice to say, Raymond was terrif
Terrible pain ached at every part of Hannah’s body as she collided with the cold, hard ground.The pain was such that all her bones felt close to breaking. Everywhere hurt badly.At that moment, Hannah felt like a fragile doll made of clay that had been forcefully slammed hard against the ground until it broke into small pieces.Her mind went blank from the stinging agony.She braced herself and looked at the cold eyes staring back at her, filled with terror. Stammering, she asked, “Mr. Gray… What is the meaning of this?” “What’s the meaning of this? Ha! Don’t you know what’s good for you? You dumb b*tch… You’re lucky that I set my sights on you!”“How dare you refuse my feelings! Not just that, but you even made up a story to deceive me!”“Even when you saw me, you tried to trick me again!”“Do you think I’m stupid? That I can’t think? Do you honestly think I’d fall for your lies again and again?” Raymond went, his tone steadily rising into a furious roar.He then got on o
Although the sun had long sunk beneath the horizons and darkness had set in, the lively city wasn’t about to be silent anytime soon. Hannah felt deeply unsettled, so much that she didn’t leave right away.Instead, she waited in front of the bar, filled with hesitance and anxiety.Should she really leave?Would Rihanna truly be able to sort things out?The man was Raymond Gray… Neither Rihanna nor the bar could afford to upset him, lest they face terrible repercussions.Hannah remained standing on the same spot, uncertain. She really didn’t know what to do.Finally, she came to a decision. She took out her phone and tapped open a ride-hailing application on her phone.Yet just as she did that, she instantly closed it. Afterwards, she began pacing back and forth in worried circles, going to and fro aimlessly. Right as she was trapped in her worried musings, a group of people exited the bar. Raymond Gray, dressed in black, sporty attire, led all of them in a flamboyant manner.
A handsome waiter quickly walked in and looked at Rihanna. “Ms. Jensen, Mr. Gray out there insists that Hannah should get on stage to sing another song. I told him that Hannah would only sing three songs today…”“He lost his temper and claimed he’d destroy our bar if Hannah refuses to sing another song…” The waiter added. He was visibly trembling by the end of the sentence.Hannah figured Mr. Gray was probably the only son of the new mayor of Atlantis there weren’t many people with Gray as their surname in Atlantis. There were even less people who were arrogant like him. He was the only one.Hannah had heard about how terrible this person could be. He was known to be a womanizer too.Due to his powerful background, he looked down on everyone else. He didn’t respect women at all… Moreover, he had a relatively cruel personality. One could almost describe him as being a pervert.There was once when an owner of a bar offended a female internet celebrity he was dating. He directly hired
Hannah Roland smiled politely at Lina Cohen. “Nice to meet you… Thank you in advance!”“No problem… Do let me know if there’s anything you don’t like about your makeup too,” Lina said.Hannah nodded. “Okay, sure…”“By the way… Do all the signers here get such good treatment? I’m surprised we’re even assigned our own makeup artists,” Hannah asked carefully as she wasn’t aware about things like these..However, Lina smiled without answering Hannah’s question directly. She held Hannah’s hand casually the next second, “Come here. I’ll start doing your makeup now…”Hannah nodded…Lina was a very professional makeup artist. She took an hour to finish Hannah’s makeup.An hour later, Hannah’s appearance transformed completely.Lina permed Hannah’s long, black hair into natural-looking curls.Hannah had intricate peach-colored makeup on her face which made her appear lively and youthful.Once Lina was done with Hannah’s makeup, she happily retrieved a long, white dress from a clothes
Hannah Roland smiled without saying anything.***Hannah arrived at the bar where she worked at seven o’clock the next evening and walked into Rihanna Jensen’s office.Rihanna was going through paperwork in her office. When she saw Hannah, she immediately stood up and smiled at her. “Hannah, you’re here…”“Here’s the contract…” Rihanna said before pushing a thick stack of paper to the center of the table.Hannah quickly stepped forward and skimmed through the document. She then picked up a pen and signed it…Rihanna smiled upon seeing this. “Okay… I’ll transfer the money into your account tonight… I’ve told our big boss about your situation. He’s fine with my decision to pay your salary in advance. In fact, he even told me I did a good job…”“He said you can sing without worrying about a single thing… If you need any help in the future, do let us know…” Rihanna added.Hannah felt glad when she heard this, and became teary-eyed. “Thank you… Please thank our big boss for me too.