"That's right!" Angeline answered honestly. Sean stared straight ahead as he drove one-handed, and his lips curved upward involuntarily. "I've already received my birthday present.""Hmm?" Angeline couldn't understand what he meant. "Your company on this trip is your birthday present for me. I'm really happy that… both you and the kids are here," Sean said.Angeline was stunned. "Was it yesterday or today? It's today, isn't it? Today is your birthday!"No wonder he had wanted her to come with him for the weekend. "So it wasn't a spontaneous idea! You planned to go on a trip with me." Angeline gripped the ring tightly. "You should've told me in advance!"At least she would have been prepared.Sean took Angeline's hand and kissed it gently. "I told you that I've received my gift. I'm very happy today, Angeline.""And…" He hesitated and glanced at her, his smile widening. "I brought you with me because I really wanted to have fun with you. I didn't think we would be using the
"I won't butt in. I'll take a plane back!" Lara waved the plane ticket she was holding. She swiftly said goodbye to Angeline and the children before leaving.Kieron was stunned. He didn't know if he should go after Lara, or if he should force his way onto Sean's plane for the sake of comfort.He pondered for a moment and decided that his own comfort was more important.Besides, he was part of the Steele family. It might cause gossip if he were to fly back to Krontos with Lara, especially since the Scotts were probably arranging for Monica's wedding to take place soon. Although Kieron always maintained a lackadaisical attitude, he was still quite sharp when it came to matters concerning the family.As a friend, he felt sympathetic for Lara's plight, but for a serious issue like marriage, he would still have to discuss things with the family elders before he made a decision."Now that I'm alone, take me with you! I won't take up much space!" Kieron said, laughing.Sean was about
After all, one of them had gotten Lawson Global through the sanctions enforced by Marvonia, whereas the other was the founder of a company that had been sanctioned by Marvonia. Both of them had the ability to establish themselves from scratch and excel. There was no reason for them to fall out with each other over Lawson Global."Rest here, then. I'll go and keep the kids company," Angeline said, smiling. "Wait, wait. Angeline, I have a personal question to ask you." Kieron put his legs down and looked at her with his eyes shining brightly. "Do you know who made Sean break his own rules? I'm so curious!""Ah, well… I'm not too sure about personal issues like that. You'd better ask him!" Angeline smiled as she took her jacket from the couch and went to the kids.The moment she sat down, Yasmine reached out to grab her hand. "Mommy, Mommy! Who's Melissa?"Angeline was stunned. "What?""I saw Daddy's phone screen just now. Someone named Melissa called. Do you know her, Mommy? Is
"What's the point? I found out about the two of you, didn't I? Have you ever thought about what people would say about the Lawsons if they found out?" Robert was irritated at the mere thought of it. "That's enough for today! Go home and don't hover in front of me like an eyesore! Remember one thing. If your relationship is discovered, I don't mind revealing the fact that Shane had replaced Sean to become the adopted son of the Lawsons!"Angeline saw how serious Robert was. Feeling surprised, she said, "Granddad…""Sean will leave the Lawson family sooner or later. You… You're my granddaughter, and you're the future successor of the Lawson family. I'll not allow anything to tarnish your reputation! If you don't care that Sean's identity will be revealed, then don't mind me! Go ahead and parade around so that people can find out about your relationship!" Robert stormed out, slamming the door of the study as he left.As soon as he was out of the study, he clutched at his chest. He co
Melissa lit the candles on the cake and looked at Sean with her beautiful eyes, which had reddened slightly. "Happy birthday, Shane! This is the first birthday I've spent with you since the accident with Mr. and Mrs. Kingston, but it definitely won't be the last. For every future birthday, I'll be with you in the place of them!"Apart from Sean, Melissa loved the Kingstons the most in this world. She had lost her mother as a child and practically grew up with them.When the Kingstons experienced the accident, Melissa lost her mind. She could not believe that Sean and his parents were gone.Fortunately, Sean was still alive.Sean looked at Melissa's forced smile and the tears in her eyes. He did not have the heart to rebuke her, so he said gently, "Thank you.""Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you…"Melissa sang a birthday song for Sean while clapping her hands. Tears rolled down her cheeks.She missed Emelia Meadows, Sean's mother. All her longings for a mother had
"If you're truly worried about me, why don't you come back and watch over me?" Melissa pouted. "You're even delaying your return date by a year."Melissa had been counting the days until Sean's return since she learned he was still alive.Just when she'd finally seen hope, Sean wanted to delay his return."Be good." Sean saw the face she pulled. He looked at her indulgently as if he were looking at a younger sister. "A year isn't that long.""Forget it. I've already waited for so many years. One more won't make any difference." Melissa smiled at him. "Besides, we'll be able to celebrate your birthday openly next year.""Okay." Sean got up and retrieved his jacket. "I'm leaving.""Okay." Melissa reluctantly sent him to the door. She watched him put on his baseball cap and mask before leaving, and she finally closed the door, smiling. She lay in bed and relished the memory of how Sean had looked annoyed as he forbade her from drinking alcohol. She knew she would
Ned had maintained these habits even after losing his memories.Meeting Angeline here today was an unexpected joy. "Angeline…" Ned quickly ran over to her. He removed the towel around his neck and gripped it nervously. "Good morning! Are you done with your run? I just got here… Do you run at this time every day? No wonder we've never bumped into each other!"Ned rarely had the chance to talk to Angeline, so he was very eager. Angeline twisted her water bottle closed. The music in her ears pounded vigorously, and she hadn't heard what Ned had said. She picked up her phone from the bench and glanced at it. The time was almost up. She stopped the music, removed her earphones, and adjusted her breathing as she began walking back.Ned watched her answer a call as she left. His happy expression melted away, and he looked like an abandoned puppy.He knew there was a long way to go before Angeline forgave him. Nevertheless, he would keep trying until Angeline forgave him one day.
Sean looked up from the monitor and asked, "How did you know?" Angeline hadn't mistaken the man in the photo for someone else. Sean was indeed at Cloudsville. "I saw it on the news," Angeline said while smiling. "Perhaps the algorithm showed me that news piece because I've searched for information about Trustworth Group and Melissa. "It reported that Melissa had block-booked the most luxurious restaurant in Cloudsville for her husband's birthday celebration. But they returned to the hotel instead because the husband didn't want to be disturbed." "I frequented that restaurant when I was in Cloudsville. I was worried that the waiters might recognize me." Sean looked unwaveringly at Angeline. His gaze filled with honesty with no intent to lie to her. Angeline nodded and reminded Sean, "It's better to be cautious."Sean noticed something was amiss about Angeline but couldn't put his finger on it. He replied, "Don't worry, Angie. I'm well prepared. No one would recognize me