It was bound to be an unpeaceful day.James and Eric exchanged a few words, but Amelia didn't pay them any attention. Her mind was on Liam.Leona wanted to talk to Liam alone, which seemed very generous, but it also sounded ambiguous.Amelia didn't want to think much, but the close relationship between Leona and him made her suspicious.Within ten minutes, Liam came back. He looked a little unhappy. Amelia wondered what Leona had said to him and noticed his expression was a little complicated when he looked at her.Was the topic they talked about related to her?"Amelia, what do you think?" Amelia was stunned for a moment when she heard James' question. She didn't pay attention to what he said. So she didn't know how to answer him."Shouldn't you ask me first?" Liam sat beside her and hugged her waist. He looked at James and said, "Lia's kind-hearted. She's always sympathetic to strangers, let alone people she knows. Of course, you can get the answer you want when you
No one spoke. Eric smiled sarcastically and James was a little annoyed. It had already reached this point, but Ember and Liam still didn't want to accept Eric!When he called them back, no one refused or objected to him. But they were all silent when it came to the main topic. Did they want to oppose Eric's entering the family tree?"Liam, no matter what I've done, Eric is still your elder brother by blood!" James said.Liam glanced at James and smiled. "I believe that he's your son. I have no objection if you want to accept him. That's your own business. "But brother? Have you asked him if he wants to accept me as his younger brother?"James frowned. "Of course he will!""I'm afraid that's just your opinion!" Liam said. Then, he looked at Eric with a playful smile. "Dad is sincere to you. Don't let him down. After all, your mother is already married. She no longer likes him."Liam's words made James look a little gloomy. He wanted to say something, but Ember's chuc
For some reason, Amelia felt a little flustered and depressed.Seemingly sensing something unusual about her, Liam asked her about it in concern.Although she indicated she was fine, he was still worried. "If you feel uncomfortable, go rest in your room. I'll accompany you later," he said.Amelia felt it would be inappropriate to leave. But she didn't want to hear about these internal disputes. So she nodded.Ember wanted to say something when Amelia went upstairs. But she thought of a matter and held back her words. Then, she simply pouted and looked away.Amelia knew nothing about the following conversation downstairs.She was upset. She was vaguely aware that it would be difficult to live a stable life afterward.Thinking of the woman she met earlier, she couldn't help but feel uncomfortable.At that moment, the phone rang. It was Hannah.Amelia hesitated for a while. Then, she answered."Have you seen her?"Amelia immediately understood that Hannah was referr
"Wifey!"Amelia was stunned for a moment when she heard this title.Liam was standing by the door. He walked toward her with a smile and hugged her. "Wifey, thank you for trusting me."Amelia was still immersed in what Liam had just called her. If she remembered correctly, it was the first time he called her like this. It sounded nice and Amelia felt a trace of sweetness in her heart.Wifey. What a sweet and beautiful title!Seeing that she hadn't responded, Liam raised his eyebrows and looked at her. "It's just a pet name, yet you're already so moved?"Liam also felt moved. Her direct reaction and surprised expression made him feel her love for him.When Liam said that, Amelia felt a little embarrassed. She playfully punched him and pretended to be angry. "You scared me. You didn't knock on the door. I didn't even realize you came in.""Wifey, this is also my room. I don't need to inform you. Besides, you were on the phone and didn't hear me!"Amelia didn't argue w
Liam's own words were like a slap in his face.Soon, Ember walked in unhappily."Why did you agree just now? That was supposed to be yours! But that bastard ..." she said."Mom, if Dad hears you calling Eric that, he'll be unhappy." Liam interrupted her calmly.Amelia didn't know what they were talking about. But she guessed it was related to the conversation downstairs just now. So she didn't interrupt and simply listened to them.Amelia also couldn't accept it when Ember called Eric a bastard. But what surprised her was that Liam had stopped Ember!Ember was also stunned. "Why are you speaking up for him? He's your father's illegitimate son! He came back just to fight over the property with you!""An illegitimate son is also a son. After all, he's also part of Dad's bloodline. Unless we have nothing to do with Dad, it'll be difficult not to accept him."There was nothing Liam couldn't accept. He knew the results early on.As for what James gave Eric, Liam was indeed
Although Amelia said that, she still planned to check Ember's medication to see what Ember was hiding.During family dinner, Amelia didn't see Eric. The others weren't surprised either. He probably left after settling the matter.Amelia was curious. but she didn't ask about it. She simply ate her meal quietly.On the way back, Liam asked her while driving, "Aren't you curious about what benefits Eric got?"Of course Amelia was curious.When she heard Liam ask that question, she simply stared at him, wanting to get an answer. Looking at his slightly furrowed brow, she knew he was jealous again.Amelia felt that it was a little funny, but she didn't insist on asking. Instead, she said something to please Liam. "I'm not curious about what benefits he got. I'm just worried about whether you suffered a loss."Sure enough, Liam was happy to hear that."What loss could I suffer? No one in this world can make me suffer!"Seeing his arrogant look, Amelia chuckled.Then, L
That night, as things were heating up between them, Liam's phone suddenly rang.Ever since their relationship had reached a new level, Liam appeared to have shed his usual restraint. It left Amelia feeling quite disheartened.Every night, the mischievous look on Liam's face left her feeling uneasy. She always questioned herself on whether or not she could face the next day.Whenever she came up with a reason, he was quick to come up with a comeback.Back in the day when Amelia wasn't working, he'd say, "You're not even working. You're just resting at home."And now that Amelia had a job, he'd suggest, "I'll help you take a day off. Your work can be managed from home."And tonight, Liam said, "Tomorrow's the weekend. You don't have to work!"With that kind of reasoning, it was nigh impossible for Amelia to say no.Luckily, the phone decided to act up at that exact moment. She quickly pointed it out, saying, "Your phone's ringing."Liam couldn't shake off a slight annoyance.
As they were preparing themselves for an afternoon nap, there was a sudden knock on the door.Amelia opened the door to find a surprising visitor."What brings you here?" she asked."Who is it?" Liam asked as he joined Amelia at the door. His face turned frigid as he eyed the unexpected guest."Have you come to the wrong place, Ms. Lancaster?" Liam said.His blunt words left a bitter taste in Hannah's mouth, and she met Liam's gaze with a complicated expression."Ms. Lancaster, you should leave." Liam asserted firmly.Amelia glanced at Liam. Though she felt reassured by his attitude, she couldn't bear to see Hannah in such a state.She tugged at Liam's sleeve and said, "Ms. Lancaster probably has something important to say by coming here."Liam wasn't petty, especially toward someone he had once cared for like Hannah. So he maintained an indifferent attitude to shield Amelia from unnecessary worries.Amelia's words had a subtle effect on Liam. It caused him to slightly lo
Although Nathan was only a little over two years old, he was very smart.He once saw Liam's photo on Amelia's phone and started to stubbornly ask if that was his father. She didn't want to lie to him and thinking that they wouldn't meet Liam abroad, she admitted it to Nathan.She didn't expect him to remember it and asked to see Liam's photos every day. That was how he recognized Liam immediately upon meeting him for the first time.Amelia had discovered her pregnancy before she left the country and chose to keep it a secret. After giving birth to her son, she named him Nathan Jenson.Three years later, Amelia returned for Peter's birthday and left Nathan with her mentor, Tolkin. She then planned to go abroad again after establishing her office in the country. But she didn't expect Liam to find out about Nathan and bring him back.After dinner, Amelia grabbed a coat for Nathan, thinking that the rooftop garden might be windy. She then brought him to the garden after playin
Karen passed away three days after Independence Day. Fortunately, Leona managed to return a day before Karen passed.As she stood beside Leona, Amelia smelled a strong scent coming from her. The perfume was so pungent that it made Amelia frown.This time, Leona wasn't wearing glasses, and her movements were unimpeded. Amelia knew that her eyes had already recovered for some time. It was just that Leona simply kept pretending.During the funeral, Leona occasionally glared fiercely at Amelia, which unsettled her. But fortunately, Liam was always by her side. Even if Amelia ignored him, he stayed with her. Especially when Leona looked at her, he would sternly return the gaze.Amelia could see that Leona still harbored resentment against her, but with Liam by her side, Leona didn't dare to do anything.After the funeral, Liam asked someone to take Leona away again. Amelia then saw the maid who took Leona away pinch her unkindly."That's the maid that's always taken care of
James spoke of the past without any warning.Amelia was surprised to hear the story. She didn't expect that the generation before her had such connections."I didn't know what Karen felt for me. She always hid her emotions well. She was always elegant and noble in front of everyone and never did anything inappropriate. She was a true heiress of a wealthy family."After finding out your background, I wanted my son to fulfill this regret for me since I couldn't be with the woman I loved. I hoped my son could be with her daughter."I wanted Luke and Leona to marry for this purpose as well. Family interests were not my priority. Unfortunately, they had an accident, and my wish wasn't fulfilled. Then, I found out that Leona had been to Bryxton and suspected the identity of Hannah and you. I told Liam about it but didn't reveal your identity."Liam's my son. How could I not know his thoughts? Once he found out that Leona had gone to Bryxton, he immediately went there too. And as I expec
Charles hadn't contacted Amelia for a while, and Amelia felt something was amiss. So, she sent someone to inquire about the Lancasters' situation. From there, she learned that their business had recovered quite a bit.Amelia sat at her desk and tapped her fingers on the table as she contemplated the reasons for this change.Was it because everyone at the banquet learned that she was Liam's wife?Or perhaps Liam had stopped targeting the Lancasters?Amelia's thoughts were in a disarray. Despite avoiding Liam and cutting off all contact with him for the past few days, her heart had become increasingly restless, and she couldn't calm down.Even though she tried to avoid him, he still intruded on her life in every possible way.He would send flowers to her every day and asked May to bring the food he cooked. It made everyone in her office aware that Liam had angered her and was seeking forgiveness.Three years ago, before Amelia left, she had explained the situation to May and
After returning home, Eric's mood remained gloomy.Hannah opened a bottle of wine and poured a glass for him. "Want some?"Eric glanced at her, took the glass, and gulped it down in one go.Hannah then quickly refilled his glass, and Eric drank everything again.Hannah chuckled lightly as she poured the wine for him. "Although drinking is bad for you, sometimes, it can be a way to drown your sorrows. But don't overdo it.""Why should I be sorrowful? What do I have to be sorrowful for?" Eric mocked himself and finished the wine in his glass. He then grabbed the bottle and poured himself another glass.As Hannah watched him, she couldn't help but say, "You indeed have nothing to be sorrowful about. You're quite fortunate compared to many ordinary people. "Take me, for example. I had to marry someone who doesn't love me just to survive. Even the parents I'd known for over 20 years were not really my parents."Eric smirked. "That was of your own doing. You insisted on marrying me
Alex was resting on the bed when her phone rang.Seeing the name on the screen, she hesitated for a moment before answering."Have you made up your mind? When are you going to the hospital?"Hearing this, Alex chuckled. "I thought you called to say that you regretted your words. So, you just want to remind me to go to the hospital."Eric's voice was calm and distant as he said, "Delaying it will only harm you.""Yeah, that's why I've already gone to the hospital," Alex replied.Eric paused, seemingly surprised by her swift action. "Why didn't you call me? I could've accompanied you."Alex scoffed. "Since you don't care about me or the baby in my belly, why bother going to the hospital with me? Don't worry, even if I die on the operating table during the abortion, it's my own fault."Eric frowned. "You know I didn't mean that.""Yes, I know. You just said it out of guilt. So what if I purposely said that? Why should I feel sad alone? I want to provoke you, to make you feel trou
After the banquet, Liam drove Amelia home."Thanks for helping me today," Amelia said.This was the first time they were together alone since they'd met the shy man.Liam smirked. "You don't have to thank me. I just spoke the truth and defended my own marriage."Amelia frowned. "What do you mean?""I meant exactly that!""Stop the car and explain yourself!"Liam then parked the car as instructed. Then, Amelia spoke seriously, "We've already divorced, but now you're saying that we're still married. What do you mean exactly?"Liam smiled. "Of course, it means that we're still husband and wife. What else could it be?""You!" Amelia was frustrated. "Can you speak plainly?"What exactly did Liam mean? Amelia was confused.Other people might not know, but Amelia was aware that they were divorced. Plus, Oscar knew that she was just using Liam to reject him.Liam observed Amelia getting angry and toned down, saying, "Three years ago, we did sign a divorce agreement, but it didn't
Amelia didn't think Karen would act so quickly, and she found it difficult to refuse her after looking at her warm gaze."Mr. Prescott, the Lancasters have prepared a banquet to welcome Madam into the family. And they've invited many people, including some previous partners of the Lancaster Group and some members of the Prescotts. "However, we still haven't received an invitation. Do you think…" Gio was reporting to Liam about Amelia in the office.Liam snorted. "The Lancasters must have other intentions to organize the banquet. If they still want me to spare them and Leona, they shouldn't use this method to corner me. They're being so public about things and are putting so much effort into this banquet to force me to attend it."Gio looked puzzled.Liam continued, "Charles is a cunning old man. He begged me to let go of the Lancasters. But when I disagreed, he tried to approach Lia. He never thought she would refuse too. So, he's still furious about this. He's reluctant to give
The Lancasters' businesses had been continuously taken away, and Leona was nowhere to be found. This frustrated Charles."As expected, people who didn't grow up in this family are so unreliable. It's such a simple matter that could've been solved had she said anything about it, but she just won't help!" Charles paced around the living room while complaining about his daughter.Meanwhile, Karen looked a little worn out as she sat on the couch. She frowned and said, "Stop pacing around. You're making me dizzy!"Charles glanced at her. "I'm just too worried. If the company doesn't get new orders, we won't be able to pay salaries, and we'll lose our employees. If that really happens, the company will go bankrupt!"Despite the urgency of the situation, he still listened to Karen and sat across from her.Hannah looked at the anxious Charles and sneered, saying, "Dad, don't you understand? Liam's just venting his anger on us. He won't trouble us again once his anger dissipates.""Of c