Ned was afraid. He was afraid of recalling the past Angeline that was often mentioned in front of him. He was hesitant to learn he had once loved Angeline so profoundly that he would have given up his life for her. He wondered what all his actions after Angeline woke up would have amounted to.In the airport parking lot, Angeline took the car keys from the driver. By then, Sean had already placed Yasmine in the safety seat and fastened her seatbelt.Yasmine blinked her big eyes with long eyelashes at Sean. She asked quietly, "Daddy, why does Mommy want me to call you Mr. Lawson? Did you make Mommy angry? Mommy is easy to appease. My brother taught me when I make Mommy angry, I should do this..."Yasmine took Sean's index and little finger. She placed her chubby, fair little face against them."Just rub like this, and Mommy won't be angry anymore," Yasmine instructed Sean softly.Sean's eyes turned red as he looked at the gentle and soft Yasmine before him. He controlled his emot
Unlike Xavier, who was more composed, Yasmine had a way with words and was adept at charming those around her. Robert would often bring Jessica to visit the children abroad. Whenever the children were around, Jessica's smile would become more common.Consequently, Robert regularly arranged for Paul to take Yasmine and Xavier to live in a climate-friendly city for a short period. They would spend time with him and Jessica.Although Yasmine was unaware of the relationship between Angeline, Robert, and Jessica, the perceptive Xavier had already figured they were relatives.Both children felt the unabashed affection from Robert and Jessica. They naturally grew fond of them.However, Angeline dared not show herself before Jessica. She felt content just watching her play with Yasmine from a distance.Sean came to a realization.He realized Jessica's mental state had fluctuated over the years. Following a psychologist's advice, Robert had Jessica start keeping small animals as companion
"Angeline, my desire for you is beyond what you can imagine, even more than Ned ever had," he confessed while caressing the back of Angeline's neck. He kissed her swollen lips again."Since that night, it's like something inside me just snapped. I can't keep it in anymore... It's only getting stronger. I just can't let you go."Angeline's heart raced. She felt paralyzed as she gazed at the man before her. His high nose and sharp features usually displayed a rational and self-controlled expression. But now, they openly expressed an uncontrollable desire. Sean's admission left her unsettled."I came back for Anne and Henrietta." Angeline's voice trembled slightly."I know," he replied. "I've supported everything you've done. I've stayed out of it for four years. But... Don't push me away now! Don't just disappear from my sight."Angeline grabbed Sean's strong wrist. "Let's go back. Yasmine is asleep. It's not safe to stop here."Sean looked back at Yasmine, unconscious in her
Angeline's breathing quickened at Robert's suggestion. She softly responded, "Okay." After hanging up, joy crept into her eyes. Still, she carried the nervousness from her conversation with Robert. "Mr. Lawson Senior said I could have dinner with Jessica tomorrow."As soon as Angeline finished speaking, Sean's phone rang. It was a call from the Lawson family home. Robert's housekeeper, Sandy, informed him that Robert wished for him to attend dinner the next day. "Alright, I understand. I'll be back on time tomorrow," Sean said before hanging up. He gestured for Angeline to sit."I also need to return home for dinner tomorrow."Angeline paused. Then, she slowly approached him. "I'll remind Yasmine not to address anyone randomly.""What do you intend for my daughter to address me as?" Sean countered."Mr. Lawson, if that's okay?" Angeline proposed. Then, she regretted her words and bit her cheek.Years had passed, but Sean felt that Angeline was still the same as he r
The living room light was dazzling. Yasmine squinted and reached out to Angeline, asking to be held. Angeline snapped back to reality as she broke free from Sean's grasp. She quickly went to Yasmine, crouched down, and took her into her arms. "You're awake. Are you hungry?"Sean followed, caressing Yasmine's head and placing his hand on Angeline's shoulder. "What would Yasmine like to eat?""Daddy!" Yasmine squirmed. She reached out to Sean with bright and hopeful eyes. "Hold me!"Sean took Yasmine from Angeline. Yasmine wrapped her arms around his neck, showing no signs of letting go. He gently patted her back and carried her to the kitchen. "How about some milk first?""Yes!" Yasmine crisply replied.Sean was still in his formal attire when he held the delicate Yasmine with one arm and expertly warmed the milk. The contrast was striking, yet the scene was heartwarming.Angeline stood at the edge of the kitchen. Her eyes welled up. She wondered how Yasmine knew Sean
In the photo, a Labrador retriever lay before Yasmine, Xavier, and Angeline. It stuck out its tongue at the camera carefreely. Beside the image of Angeline, a child had added a black blob with watercolor pens. Before Sean could ask, Yasmine pointed to the blob and said, "Daddy!"Sean turned to see Yasmine's bright eyes awaiting praise. He was at a loss for words but smiled, "Yes, very well done!""Right? Right? My brother Xavier also said I did well. But he told me not to draw anymore!" Yasmine's smile widened. She shuffled closer to Sean and looked up. "Xavier also said I shouldn't ask you. He mentioned it might upset Mommy. Did you upset Mommy, Daddy?"Sean didn't know how to explain things to Yasmine. He simply pinched Yasmine's little hand and replied, "Perhaps a little.""Mommy is very soft-hearted. If Daddy sweet talks Mommy, she will hug and kiss you!" Yasmine looked earnestly at Sean, her words clear and precise."Will you live with me and Xavier in the futur
Vitality Biotech Group was not based in Marvonia. So, naturally, they faced sanctions from Marvonia.Two years ago, Marvonia's top officials presented Vitality Biotech Group with two options. Vitality Biotech Group could either sell to Marvonia or face sanctions. Despite the challenges, Vitality Biotech Group remained steadfast. The company's recent research on living robots caught Marvonia's attention. Marvonia highlighted the ethical risks and technical control issues. They demanded that Vitality Biotech Group hand over its living robot technology.Vitality Biotech Group was set to attend a hearing in Marvonia on the 29th of this month. The announcement stirred the international community just a few days ago. Although Vitality Biotech Group was registered in Ravoria, its founders and main stakeholders were Lonlanese. This fact was well-known, but the identity of the founder was not. Unexpectedly, the founder turned out to be Angeline.Sean adjusted his glasses and chuckled. He
Yasmine had grown very fond of Sean from the moment she met him. She insisted that Sean be the one to tuck her in at night. Angeline sat on the couch and browsed the news online. The breakthrough in chip and lithography machine technology was the talk of not just the mainstream media, both domestic and international, but also various social media platforms. Angeline couldn't help but smile as she read. It reinforced her belief that technological advancements must be in one's own hands.It was past ten when Angeline peeked into the bedroom and saw Sean and Yasmine fast asleep. She carefully covered them with a blanket and quietly left the master bedroom.The following day, Angeline woke up to find Sean had already left for work. He had left a note for Yasmine, mentioning they would meet at the Lawson family estate in the afternoon. After completing her morning exercise and catching up on international news, Angeline locked her phone screen and entered the master bedroom. She g