As soon as Millie turned, she saw Winston and Ivory standing behind her.Ivory looked stunning today, feminine and elegant. For the first time, Millie thought they actually looked like a perfect match. In the past, she had always found Ivory too delicate, not a good fit for Winston at all.Winston was dressed in a black suit. One glance was enough for Millie to see it was custom-made, fitting him perfectly and emphasizing his strong frame. He exuded both grace and sophistication.With a smile, Millie greeted them, "Ms. Knight, Mr. Greer.""I figured you two know each other, so I brought Mr. Greer over to say hello," Ivory said with a smile.Millie's smile faltered at those words. "Knew each other" didn't even begin to cover it, and of course, Ivory knew exactly what had happened between them. She was doing this on purpose.Nevertheless, Millie wasn't in the mood to hold it against her. People who knew the truth didn't need it explained.Winston's gaze was intense as he stared
Millie's expression hardened as she wondered why Winston was looking at her. After all, it was Butterfly who had launched the jewelry collection, not her.Ivory turned to Winston and asked, "Mr. Greer, you're interested in Butterfly's collection too, aren't you?"Winston hummed in response."Then why did you buy my set of emerald jewelry? You could have used that money to purchase Butterfly's comeback collection instead," Ivory asked with a hint of surprise.Millie caught the key point. So, Winston had purchased Ivory's emerald jewelry. It made sense why Ivory had been eager to sell it. She didn't even wait for the exhibition to end."The significance of the two jewelry sets is different, and they're meant for different people. There's no conflict," Winston explained.He was right. The emerald jewelry was dignified and elegant, suitable for gifting to elders. Butterfly's collection, however, was meant for a younger audience, a trendy luxury accessory.Out of the blue, Ivory aske
Millie headed to the restroom to touch up her makeup. She stared at her reflection in the mirror and let out a deep sigh.She couldn't help but find it amusing as she recalled Winston's earlier remarks about investing in Aurora Jewels. His reason for not investing in Butterfly was that she already had plenty of backers and didn't need him. It was a classic case of self-delusion.Just because she had everything, did that mean he shouldn't give her anything? How could he know that what she truly wanted might be something only he could offer?Millie lowered her gaze, lost in thought. Right then, someone appeared at the door. As soon as she spotted Winston in the mirror, she clicked her tongue and said, "Mr. Greer, this is the ladies' room.""And what about it?" Winston crossed his arms and leaned against the wall. He knew the restroom was empty, with only Millie inside. If it weren't, he wouldn't be standing there so brazenly.Millie didn't respond. Instead, she chose to reapply her
Why would Winston buy Butterfly's comeback collection for Millie? She couldn't help but feel he was being overly dramatic."Mr. Greer, I don't like it, so please don't waste your money," Millie said, politely declining the gift.Winston looked confused. "Don't most girls love this kind of thing? Why don't you?""Because I'm not like most girls," she replied with a smile.She had the urge to say she was in a league of her own, but she bit her tongue, keeping her wild thoughts in check."Then how about I get you something else?" Winston offered.Millie frowned. "Don't you have anything better to do? Why are you so set on showering me with gifts?"She remembered how difficult it used to be to get him to give her anything. Now, it felt like the gifts were losing their value."I promise you'll like this one," Winston declared confidently. "I don't have it with me right now, but how about we meet tonight?""I'm busy," Millie responded firmly.First, she didn't like the gifts he pic
"Butterfly's comeback collection is hard to get. Even if I introduced you to her, she still wouldn't sell it to you," Ivory said, clearly suggesting that Winston should give up.But Winston wasn't the type to back down easily."If she's released the collection, it means she's waiting for someone to make an offer. If my bid is right, why wouldn't she sell it?" Winston's cold gaze locked onto her. His look made his position clear.Ivory was displeased. Both she and Butterfly were designers in the jewelry industry, yet Winston was discussing Butterfly during her own exhibition. It was incredibly frustrating. She stared at Millie's figure, then turned her gaze back to Winston. However, his eyes remained fixed on Millie.Ivory smiled wryly, feeling a deep sense of despair about her life. Perhaps this was how things went when she fell for someone she shouldn't have—constantly pursuing him or finding herself just too late.She had developed feelings for Winston back in university. But
"Mills, I like this," Everly said coquettishly as she wrapped her arms around Millie's.Millie looked particularly elegant and striking that day, like a true heiress. Everly, on the other hand, had a youthful charm.Standing side by side, the difference between them was clear. Yet, both were undeniably captivating, especially their eyes, which were so radiant and mesmerizing that no one could look away."I'll buy you something, but let's skip this one. How about we find something else?" Millie suggested.Everly blinked repeatedly as she gazed at Millie. Suddenly, the two of them were putting on an act of sisterly affection.In reality, they both felt awkward. However, now that the charade had begun, they had to see it through."You're just afraid I'll beat you to the jewelry," Natalie sneered from the side.Millie laughed upon hearing that. "It's just a jewelry set. What's there to fight over? If you like it so much, it's yours.""Are you serious? Millie, I was the one who saw
The moment the words left her lips, everyone's attention shifted to Millie.Winston pushed through the crowd, his brow furrowed as he looked at her. He had just heard her say, "What if I own Butterfly's Winter's Embrace?"Meanwhile, Ivory looked completely bewildered. How could Millie possibly have Winter's Embrace? It was still just a design draft, and Butterfly hadn't announced that it had been sold.Suddenly, Natalie burst into laughter. The room's atmosphere grew tense. Everyone fell silent, waiting to see what would happen next. Only Natalie's laughter grew louder and more brazen.Everly quickly grabbed Millie's arm. She shouldn't be making such claims, especially about Butterfly's new work."You're lying. If Butterfly's Winter's Embrace had been sold, it would have been announced on the design forum. But Butterfly hasn't said a word," Natalie said.She then pointed at Millie. "So you're just making it up!""That's because we're still negotiating the contract, but Butterf
The voices grew louder, one after another.Winston looked up and saw a young man in his early 20s, clearly from a wealthy family. It was awkward to see someone so young having to make a public apology.He pressed his lips together and stepped forward, making his way to the center of the crowd.The onlookers were wary of Winston. They assumed he would help his ex-wife, Millie, out of the situation and that it would soon blow over.However, they were wrong. Winston was there to provide concrete evidence."Butterfly's comeback collection is indeed priced at one billion dollars. She wasn't exaggerating," Winston stated, his gaze sweeping over the man who had made the earlier remark.As soon as he finished speaking, the man's expression changed drastically. "That's impossible!""I don't lie," Winston said, raising an eyebrow. He crossed his arms and shot the man a challenging look. "Are you doubting me now?"The man was stunned into silence. Who would dare admit they didn't trust Wi
"Maybe, there's a little bit of liking." Millie tilted her head, "Do you believe in genuine friendship between men and women?""Maybe…" Winston answered, sounding a bit unsure of himself.Millie pouted and mimicked his words, "Maybe…?"Winston looked down and said, "Maybe not."Millie nodded, saying, "But the feelings of the older generation are very genuine. Let them be. Grandma and Grandpa have a stable relationship, and that's what matters."Winston really couldn't agree more."Grandpa treats Grandma really well. Didn't I go grocery shopping with them yesterday? Grandpa is constantly looking out for her, and Grandma does the same. When she saw Grandpa nearly fall, the worry was all over her face… This is what it truly means to grow old together."He couldn't help but add, "I hope we can also make it to the end, Millie."Millie and Winston gradually walked down the alley.The two of them rarely had the chance to talk in such a calm and peaceful setting, so they both cherishe
Thomas said, "Please, have a seat. No need to stand on ceremony."Thomas figured he couldn't be too unwelcoming, could he? He needed to act more charming.After all, this was Winston's first time spending the Spring Festival with the Caldwell family, and it was entirely his own decision to come."Uncle Thomas, is there anything I can help with?" Winston asked.Thomas shook his head and said, "Just take a seat. Not causing trouble would be the biggest help.""Dad, come on. We're adults now, not kids anymore. Stop messing around!" Everly scoffed.Thomas squinted and smiled without saying anything. He set down his beer bottle and went back to his tasks.Layla went to put away her calligraphy and paintings, and she even posted an update on Instagram.Millie saw an Instagram post and couldn't help but smile. Layla really knew how to show off.Layla: "Today, I received "Where Mountains Meet the Sea" by Quentin Scott. I really like it. Thank you."Winston didn't have access to Layla
Millie glanced at Winston with initial shock and disbelief in her eyes. Then a hint of amusement appeared, and soon she couldn't hold it in and broke into laughter."Haha!" Millie raised her hand and placed the back of it on Winston's forehead.He didn't have a fever, right? Why else would he go along with such an absurd request?"Winston, where's your self-respect?" Millie tapped Winston's head.Winston furrowed his brow, wondering what exactly self-respect was supposed to be. Was it something edible, or could he use it to pursue Millie?She wanted to hear him, so he just played along for her. After all, women only needed a little bit of coaxing."I have none. It's all gone. Maybe the dog ate it." Winston spread his hands with a helpless expression on his face.Millie laughed and said, "You're being silly. Go help Grandpa put up the Spring Festival couplets!"Winston nodded. "Alright, let's get to work."Millie watched Winston as he bustled about, and a wave of emotions began
Winston nodded with a smile and said, "Grandma, I understand."Millie smiled warmly, unable to hold back her laughter. Layla was just so endearing."Alright, the lights are all set up. What's on the menu today, and who's cooking?" Thomas walked in casually.Everly took off her coat and saw that there was a painting in front of Layla."Oh, could this be something that Mr. Greer brought?" she asked. "This painting looks really expensive.""Mr. Greer, do I get a gift?" Everly couldn't help teasing Winston.Winston knew that this was yet another person coming to give him a challenge."Sorry. I didn't know you and Uncle Thomas were here, so I didn't prepare anything. If there's something you like, I can buy it for you," he offered."How hilarious! Do you think I can't afford it? Do I need you to buy it?" Everly scoffed.Winston smiled and said, "Yes, you can afford it, but there's always a difference between something gifted to you and something you buy for yourself.""Mr. Greer i
"Is this… a painting by Quentin Scott?" Layla asked, a bit incredulous.The Caldwell family held quite a respectable reputation in Yerwick City. Coupled with Layla's status, she was certainly not lacking in esteem.She wanted to buy this painting and had been trying to purchase it for over a year, but she still wasn't able to get it.The moment Winston nodded, she once again sensed the disparity between the Caldwell family and the Greer family.Although they didn't disagree that Winston wronged Millie, the truth was that they did have a good sense in their choices."Grandma, this is a painting by Quentin Scott. I bought it directly from Quentin Scott's assistant myself. It's absolutely genuine." Winston nodded, his demeanor gentle and well-mannered.Layla had thought Winston might give her something she liked, but she never expected that he would actually give her the painting "Where Mountains Meet the Sea" by Quentin Scott!Layla couldn't help but stand up and approach Winston.
Winston had already decided to humble himself completely to make sure his wife remained happy."Go on in," Thomas finally said.Millie and Winston went inside, where Everly was crouching next to Arthur, working on the lights with him.Winston put down the gifts he brought and asked, "Can I help with anything?""Ah, Winston, you're here. Come on in and warm up a bit." Arthur smiled and didn't say anything more.Millie nodded, indicating that Winston should go in first.Thomas and Everly stayed outside working on the lights while Millie, Winston, and Arthur went inside the house.In the living room, Layla was eating chips and watching TV. When she saw that Winston had arrived, she remained expressionless.Millie glanced cautiously at her grandmother with a gentle expression."Grandpa, I brought some good coffee beans." Winston placed a gift box on the coffee table.Arthur chuckled and said, "You didn't need to bring any gifts. You already brought plenty last time."The last gi
Soon, it was New Year's Eve. Yerwick City didn't have a ban on fireworks, so the neighborhood had been lively since early in the day.Arthur wanted to hang some lights to bring more festive spirit into the house. However, when he looked at the high places where he needed to hang them, he felt like he just couldn't manage it.Just as Thomas and Everly arrived outside the door, he called out to them, "Hurry and hang up these lights.""Oh dear, be careful not to fall at this age." Thomas quickly took the string of lights from Arthur's hands.Arthur replied, "I was just waiting for you all!"Everly joked, "Grandpa, are you upset that we arrived late?""Hmph! You weren't early enough. Millie hasn't even shown up yet!"But as soon as he finished speaking, Millie walked in holding some things. "Grandpa, I heard you talking about me from far away, and I've sneezed several times because of it," she said with a slight smile, her voice bright and cheerful.The group turned their attention
At that moment, a cold snort came from the staircase.Arthur looked up. Wasn't that Layla standing there?Layla walked downstairs, her tone sounding incredulous as she said, "Is this guy really willing to go to such lengths to get what he wants? He even had the nerve to say something like that?""When pursuing someone you like, there's nothing you wouldn't do, no matter how embarrassing. Back when I was trying to win you over, didn't I wait for you outside your house every day?" The thought brought Arthur a sense of sorrow.The Cadmores were a medical family, and Arthur was a businessman. Even though he also made a fortune in the medical field, the Cadmore family wasn't willing for the two of them to be together. They just wanted Layla to marry someone who was also studying medicine.Believe it or not, back then, there really was another medical student as her suitor. The Cadmore family liked them, and outsiders also thought they were a good match.In the end, the persistent suit
The car was parked in front of the Caldwell residence. Eli took out the items and silently handed them to Winston. He wanted to see if Winston could help escort the two elderly people to the door."No need to accompany me any further. Let's leave it here," Layla insisted, maintaining her refusal.She always maintained a sense of propriety, even in how she addressed Winston.Winston found Layla harder to impress than Millie."Grandma, let me help you take it inside. It's not far. I'll just go in and come right out. I won't stay long," Winston said with a smile.Layla was about to speak. Arthur nudged her arm, suggesting she let it go, as she had been bothered enough already.Layla remained silent for a moment before nodding.Winston was given permission, and he immediately followed the two elderly people into the Caldwell residence with the items.Eli sighed and couldn't help but take a video of Winston, feeling really humbled.It was really hard to believe this was Winston.W