May thought that since Liam and Amelia were on good terms now, there was no need to bring up matters that could affect their relationship. That was why she didn't tell Amelia the whole truth earlier. Moreover, May thought Amelia and Leona were quite different, especially after spending more time together, she almost forgot their similarities. However, Amelia probably asked those questions because she had her doubts. May couldn't help but worry.… When the cast for Amelia's script was confirmed, Amelia was surprised at the name listed for the female lead. "Why is she the leading actress?" Amelia asked. The manager was also puzzled and said, "I heard it was decided by the president. I was against it, but it was ultimately his decision, and I couldn't intervene. Since you're the scriptwriter, you should have a say, so I informed you as soon as the list was finalized.""I'm going to see the president!" Amelia said. This was the first time she was going to meet Lucas since
Amelia's firm stance exasperated Lucas. He would have dismissed them immediately if it were anyone else, but this was Amelia, Liam's wife. He couldn't just assert his authority as a boss. He had to show respect. However, his decision to cast Ava was also because of Liam. This put him in a difficult position. He felt like he was caught between a rock and a hard place. "I don't want to make it difficult for you. I'll talk to the development department and the director's team myself. Let's put the script on hold if the lead actress can't be changed," Amelia said. After that, she hurriedly left. Frustrated, Lucas pinched his brow and tossed his phone onto the desk. This was such a mess! But even so, he still had to give Liam a call to avoid getting involved in their marital discord.… "Lia, how did it go? Did the president agree to change the actress?" Back at the office, the manager, who preferred calling her Amelia by her pen name, approached her. It was clear he had
Monica's whereabouts were still unknown, so Amelia hired the private investigator to investigate Ava's sudden reappearance instead. She suspected that something must have happened. She didn't believe Lucas would help Ava, especially since Liam had long given up on her. Back at home, Amelia was preoccupied with handling the situation with Ava, so she was too distracted to talk to Liam. Unbeknownst to her, Liam occasionally glanced her way and hoped that she would ask about Ava. He was ready to tell her everything, but she preferred to worry alone rather than seek his help. This left Liam feeling somewhat frustrated. It seemed as if he were a stranger to her. Or perhaps Amelia claimed to trust him, but the way she acted whenever a problem arose meant that her subconscious suggested otherwise.Amelia wanted to deal with her problems independently. She didn't want to bother Liam with her troubles since he was busy with his company affairs. Especially when the trouble was r
The next day, Amelia went to the company to solve the casting issue. However, she found herself running around without being able to do anything. "Don't go to work today. Come with me to the company instead!" After breakfast, Liam wrapped his arms around her waist and whispered. Amelia hesitated. She thought she might as well solve the problem later since there was nothing she could do now. Besides, the cast was only tentatively decided, and the contract hadn't been signed. If she delayed it, maybe Ava would give up. After all, as an actress, Ava couldn't afford a hiatus for too long. "Okay." Amelia agreed.However, she didn't expect to be placed in an embarrassing situation during her visit to the Prescott Group. "Mr. Prescott, Mrs. Prescott!" Due to a certain someone's arrogant request, everyone called Amelia "Mrs. Prescott" whenever she visited the company. Even her fan at the front desk had to yield to Liam's influence, unable to address Amelia as her idol.There
Amelia knew she was feeling unsettled, so she didn't immediately return to Liam's office. But it was because of this that she missed the reminder from the front desk receptionist—the woman she was wary of had come to the Prescott Group again. After drinking a cup of bitter coffee in the pantry and calming herself down, Amelia returned to the office. The office door was open. However, Amelia wasn't paying much attention. She walked straight in and witnessed an uncomfortable scene. The man sitting at the desk was smiling. Next to him stood a slender woman in a tight red dress. She exuded a captivating feminine charm. The woman bent down slightly, and her hand was reaching above Liam's head. Seeing this intimate scene, Amelia was reminded of the hickey on Leona's neck. Her heart ached and she wanted to turn and leave.Meanwhile Liam had already seen Amelia and knew from her expression that she had misunderstood things. He quickly stood up and held her back, saying, "You'r
Leona smiled and waved her hand, looking completely unconcerned. "I'm fine on my own now. Let's not dwell on that. Let's talk about business. "Thank you for giving me this opportunity. One of the artists in my studio has been cast as the female lead in this role. I believe she can become popular again, and this can also help boost our studio's reputation." Subconsciously, Amelia thought of Ava.She looked at Liam, wondering if this matter was really related to him. Liam initially looked puzzled, but then he glanced at Amelia and said to Leona, "Are you talking about the series 'Walking into Love'?" Leona nodded. "Yes, I was a bit worried initially. After all, Ava ... Regardless, she was in a difficult spot when I met her after coming back. But I saw her determination to never give up, and her persistence moved me. So I decided to sign her." At this point, Leona looked apologetic. She continued, "Before signing her, I didn't know about the history between her and your famil
Observing the looks on Amelia's and Liam's faces, Leona's expression also shifted. She looked at Liam and said cautiously, "Liam, didn't you tell Ms. Jenson that Prime Studios is ..." Then, she looked apologetic and quickly said, "It's all my fault. I shouldn't have spoken so carelessly. You two are husband and wife, and I thought Ms. Jenson knew since you two seemed close." As Leona spoke, she hesitated. She wanted to say more, but she stopped herself. Then, she turned to Amelia and added, "Ms. Jenson, what I said just now was nonsense. Please don't take it to heart. It's not what you think. "Liam must have his reasons for not telling you. You should understand his good intentions for you. He didn't tell me just because he's close to me. He's still the closest to you." Amelia didn't fully register Leona's words, but from her expressions and tone, Amelia clearly understood what she was trying to convey.Amelia wouldn't have thought negatively of the situation if she hadn't
"Stop the car!" Gio was startled and asked, "Madam, do you want to get off here? Mr. Prescott asked me to take you home." Amelia frowned. She knew that Gio would follow Liam's instructions. Liam had asked him to take her home, and he would surely do so. However, she was feeling very unsettled at the moment, and a surge of impulsivity in her mind told her that she didn't want to go back right now. Just then, Amelia's phone rang. "Mia, how's the situation with the female lead? Can you replace Ava?" It was the manager calling. Amelia pursed her lips without responding. Noticing her silence, the manager could guess the situation. He tried to console her with a forced smile. "It's okay. Maybe this time her acting will improve. After all, she's been through a lot and will surely value this opportunity more. The director's team just called. They're about to announce the lead roles ...""No! They can't do that!" Amelia suddenly interrupted him. She yelled, "No matter what,
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