Then, Natalie's voice came, "Winnie, you're looking for me again. Why are you so persistent?""It's you who agreed first and then backed out, making it hard for me to face Shawn!""Hehe, isn't it because you are incapable?"Aurum was taken aback and looked up at the speaker.The sound was excellent. Even the subtle moving sounds in the next room could be clearly heard!"The show is about to begin." Shawn poured the tea. His movements were graceful, and his well-articulated hands made the tea set several grades higher. "While drinking tea, we are watching a play."He put the teacup in front of Aurum.Aurum was a smart man.Aurum had begun to understand why he was called here today.Natalie did not know anything about it.She was not afraid at all. "I regretted it. How about it? Who made Nicole's mother, Gale, the woman I hate the most by stealing my man? I want her to die!"She gritted her teeth with every sentence, so vicious.Aurum's expression changed again and again.He
It was incredible!Natalie was so close to him, and Aurum was surrounded by countless beauties, intellectual, beautiful, and highly educated. How could Gale compare?"Then...then you have to unlock Nicole's spell. Think about it, Natalie. A divorced woman with her daughter… if she wants to marry Aurum, the Lefting family won't agree," Winnie said."Her daughter is a drag. It can drag her down for the rest of her life. Not many men are willing to raise another man's child.""But if you don't let Nicole regain consciousness, she will always be in front of Shawn's family and won't leave with Gale. It's easier to get rid of Gale once she is alone." Winnie tried her best to persuade her.After all, it was beneficial to her and not harmful!Moreover, Shawn was right next to him! He must be listening!After finally dealing with Natalie and Nicole, Winnie would go to Shawn to explain and get his forgiveness.Anyway, she was pregnant now. It was impossible for Shawn to be angry with h
After finishing speaking, Natalie stood up. "You are not qualified to order me around. I can help you to the position of Mrs. Wood, or I can make you fall."Winnie also stood up. "So, you just don't agree?""What can you do to me? I'll have a hard time, and you won't end well either. Didn't you say that everyone is a grasshopper on the same rope? Everyone wins and loses together!"Winnie raised her chin. "It's different now, Natalie. I'm pregnant with the Wood family's child now, so I have my trump card!"Natalie subconsciously looked at her flat belly.Her belly was so upbeat that she was actually pregnant!Natalie felt angry because she and Aurum are still not on good terms.Natalie said, "Congratulations. It's a good thing to be pregnant, but can you give birth... Winnie, you have to take it easy!"She yelled, "It will definitely be born, don't say such frustrating words!"She would do her best to protect this child and make sure it was born safely and smoothly!The sound
By that time, Natalie would definitely be ruined!She would lose Aurum's trust and guilt and also shame the Yarn family!This was what Shawn wanted to see!Not only that, Shawn also held a bargaining chip in his hand—the antidote.Natalie was suffering from chronic poison about to take effect.If she did not help Nicole, he would not detoxify Natalie!Let him see how long she could hold on!Aurum's face gradually became serious, and he quickly figured out what Shawn meant.Only by grasping the scene and exposing it on the spot could Natalie be convinced, and there would be no way to refute it!"Okay. I will cooperate," Aurum agreed."Be careful; no one knows what the love spell looks like and in what form it will enter your body. It is Natalie who is using your name to send those herbs from here!" Shawn reminded."She told me at the time that she wanted to send some herbs as medicine. I didn't think much about it, so I agreed. As a result..."Natalie actually hid such vicio
Strange.What happened?Was Shawn angry with her?Winnie took two steps forward and was about to say something more, but the bodyguard directly grabbed her wrist, pulled it behind her back, and pushed forward heavily. "Go!"She sprained her foot and almost fell!She was pregnant now. How could she fight back?Winnie said angrily, "Bold! How dare you push me? Do you know that I am pregnant with Shawn's child and how precious my body is? If anything happens...you will be responsible for it. Come on! You can't afford the life of the child in my stomach!"The bodyguard rudely took her away from the teahouse as if he could not hear her and got into a black car at the door.Winnie was still clamoring non-stop, not knowing that her time of death was approaching!"You're all blind. Look who I am, I... um..."The black tape directly sealed Winnie's mouth!Then, the car sped away!By the window, Shawn watched the scene calmly. The net that was cast could finally be drawn back.Let
Aurum said, "I broke up with Natalie because of Gale."Shawn raised his eyebrows deeply. "Really. Just to be with her?""It's not just that.""Then why?"Aurum pursed his lips and thought for a long time before saying, "I didn't know Gale before you two got married. What if I told you I knew her way before you did?"Shawn's sharp eyes swept straight at him. "Impossible."How could Aurum meet Gale before he did!It was a fantasy!"It's true. I knew her before you," Aurum said.Moreover, she belonged to him in the first place.It had been since childhood.If it were not because of her disappearance, Aurum would have been married a long time ago. He would have married the girl he loved and lived a happy life.Shawn narrowed his eyes deeply. "Did you meet her when she was a child? Or did you go to the same school as her?""None. However, the answer will be revealed soon," Aurum replied.Gale's true identity could not be revealed casually yet!Shawn could not figure out what
"I'll bring some up for Nicole."The servant yelled, "How can you call her by name? You must learn how to use honorifics! Who allowed you to mess with things? Who do you think you are?"Gale did not want to cause trouble at first.After all, she was now dependent on others.However, it was not the turn of a servant to stand on top of her head and boss her around!In the entire Temperley Hall, everyone knew that she was Gale, Mrs. Wood!"Who am I? Winnie can bully me, but it doesn't mean that people like you can bully me!" Gale said.The servant snorted, "You also know that Ms. Nightingale is the lady of the family now. That's good. Put yourself in the right place!""What did Winnie give you for you to bend over backward for her? Let me tell you, as far as Winnie's character is concerned, she won't be able to be proud for long. I will get my revenge!"Gale was no saint.She would definitely retaliate severely!If someone offended her, she would definitely offend them!She wa
She was not dreaming, was she?Was this real?Gale moved her hand to her thigh, intending to pinch herself fiercely.However, when she was about to pinch herself, he grabbed her wrist.Immediately afterward, Shawn wrapped her hand in his palm, rubbing his fingertips on the back of her hand repeatedly."It's true. It will hurt, don't pinch yourself. When you hurt, my heart hurts too," Shawn said.Gale blinked.She felt more like she was dreaming.What happened to Shawn? Why was he being so nice to her?Gale looked aside.The kitchen was empty, beside him and her.The other servants have already left, leaving room for Mr. Wood and Mrs. Wood. Gale swallowed her saliva. "You...have a fever again?""Fever?""That's right. You only act like this when you have a fever," Gale said.She still remembered that Shawn's attitude toward her changed when his high fever persisted that night.After he recovered from his illness, he began to be obedient, gentle, and considerate to Winnie.
Summer didn't know, but the more she said that, the more unsettled Gale felt inside. Everyone was telling her that Shawn wasn't that busy, didn't need to work overtime, let alone stay in the office until late at night. So, what was he doing that night? Did he have some secret that she couldn't know?Just as she was pondering this, several exclamations suddenly rang out in the office. "Wow! Look at this!" "Oh my god!" "This is so explosive!" "The hype is skyrocketing!"Several colleagues were glued to their computer screens, their faces full of gossip and excitement. Gale was puzzled and asked, "What's going on? What happened?"Summer immediately picked up her phone. "Let me see... Oh my god!"Gale grew even more curious. What on earth had happened? She hurried over and stared at Summer's phone screen.News stories flashed one after another, relentlessly. Gale quickly caught the most crucial information: "Ivy announced her withdrawal from her latest film, leaving the female
She wondered what Shawn was doing that night, that he came home only at dawn. Where did he go? Was he lying?Just a moment ago, Gale merely felt something was off, but now, she was overwhelmed with a strong sense of panic. Joshua's words about how women flocked to Shawn and how men would not be suddenly busy, suddenly flooded her mind.Even though Gale tried hard to tell herself not to overthink things, that it was impossible, and that Shawn deserved her full trust, she was having a hard time controlling herself!“Gale?" Summer called her several times. “What are you thinking about? You seem so distracted.”“Nothing,” she shook her head. “It’s nothing. I’m getting ready to work on the design. I really can’t delay any further.”She wasn’t in the mood to joke around with Joe and Summer anymore, so she turned and sat down in front of her computer. Her mind was completely blank. What on earth was Shawn doing that night when he came home so late? Clearly, there wasn’t any urgent matter
Summer chuckled, "Look at you, anyone who doesn't know might think I bully you just because my position is higher than yours. Gale, come on, show some authority. I heard from Joe that Shawn has all the shares...""Shh!" Gale quickly covered her mouth. This was a sensitive matter; it wouldn't do to discuss it casually. If someone with ill intentions overheard, it could lead to unnecessary trouble."Okay, okay, I won't say anything," Summer understood her meaning. "Let's talk about work then? Oh great designer, where's your design draft? It was due last week! You've been delaying for quite some time!"Gale looked embarrassed. "I... I haven't finished it yet...""Show me the draft.""I haven't even started the preliminary draft...""What?!" Summer looked shocked. "Gale, how did you become so lax?""There's so much going on, taking care of two children, and Shawn..." Gale's voice trailed off.At this moment, Joe suddenly appeared from nowhere. "Is Shawn clinging to you, or are you
“Sorry, Gale, I'll be more careful next time.” He hugged her, lightly brushing her forehead with his chin.Gale wondered if she was overthinking things. It was just normal work busyness that made Shawn come home a bit late, and she hadn't really minded or dwelled on it. But, it seemed this issue kept resurfacing in her mind.Just as she was thinking, she suddenly felt lighter."Ah..." Gale exclaimed, "Shawn!"He scooped her up horizontally and headed upstairs in large strides. It was another night of intense entanglement. Gale was tired and sleepy. Her eyes were barely open, but just before drifting off to sleep, she managed to say, "I have to go to work tomorrow, on time... no more skipping.""Okay."With Shawn's response, she immediately fell into a deep sleep.She left everything else to him… She was going to fall apart! She didn't know what was going on with Shawn, these past two nights have been endless. Before, he might ask for too much, but he would care about her physica
The trip back home was serene and filled with warmth for Gale. Shawn in contrast, felt tumultuous. By the time they arrived home, the two little ones were already fast asleep in the back seat, slumped over in different directions."Just a moment ago they were chattering non-stop, now they're all curled up asleep," Gale chuckled. "No matter how clever they are, they're still just kids."They were her little darlings. She opened the back door and gently lifted Nicole out. For some reason, when she lifted Nicole, she felt a bit unsteady and swayed."Careful," Shawn noticed and reached out, pulling her and their daughter into his embrace.Gale leaned securely against him. "With you here, how could I fall?""No worries, maybe Nicole's just gotten heavier as she's grown. I'm having trouble carrying her now," Gale said."Let me."She tilted her chin. "You take Joshua. I can manage for this short walk, really.""I can handle both," Shawn replied."Yeah, yeah, I know you're strong."S
"Alright, alright," Joshua shrugged and said, "Old man, you do your thing. Actually, I hope you could be a bit busier.""You want me to be busier?""Yeah, just a bit busier than now. Not too much, just a moderate increase," Joshua gestured, "You're always so leisurely, it makes me uneasy, Shawn!"Shawn asked, "What makes you uneasy?""Your business. I'll have to inherit it in the future! If you continue being so idle and not managing the company well, when I take over, I'll be swamped! Shawn, can't you think about your son?"So that was Joshua's concern. He feared Shawn wouldn’t manage the company well and it would burden him in the future.Gale sighed repeatedly, "How did I end up with such... "She couldn't find the right words.Smart?Mischievous?Shawn replied calmly, "Joshua, do you now realize you're my son? I should consider you? Then let me ask you, what do you want to call me?""Daddy."Joshua smoothly said.Both Shawn and Gale were somewhat surprised.He actuall
"Joshua!" Gale turned around to look at him. "What's been going on in that little head of yours day after day?"Joshua replied seriously, "I'm thinking about you, Mommy. Shawn leaves work on time every day, never stays late. Suddenly he's busy until midnight. Don't you think that's a bit strange?"As he said this, Gale felt something wasn't quite right. But she trusted Shawn enough. The company was big, with lots of business, so the occasional unexpected situation was normal. Even if she pushed the thought further, what would Shawn do? Would he be seeing other women? Gale wasn't concerned at all because Shawn wouldn't give any woman a chance! He loved only her and she was confident that she held the only place in his heart."Alright, I think you've been watching too many dramas lately," Gale said. "Joshua, from now on, you need to cut down on your TV drama time!""No! I refuse!""Joshua, your protest is futile!"Joshua was getting frustrated; he really wanted to watch TV.After
Joshua reluctantly said goodbye to Ivy, "Bye-bye, Ivy. I'll come over again when I have time. You can come to my house too! Love you! Mwah mwah!"He kept blowing kisses."Shawn," Gale looked at him, "Does your son know no shame?""I'm starting to suspect he might have a genetic mutation."Both Shawn and Gale were quite reserved by nature, especially in expressing their feelings. They loved subtly and rarely voiced it openly. But Joshua was different. He worked his charm on everyone from the old Lucas down to babies. He could make anyone happy if he wanted to!The car moved along the road.Gale asked, "What do you think about Ivy's condition today?""What do I think?""Yes.""I didn’t observe closely," Shawn replied. "Why?"Gale couldn't help but laugh, "I allow you to look and give your opinion. It's fine. You don’t have to create your distance so strictly.""She's better than last time," Shawn said. "Beyond that, I don’t know."Even if he knew, he couldn't say.Gale reac
Ivy stared at Gale, her eyes bright and clear.“Gale, if I hold the truth in my hands, would you want me to reveal it?”Gale nodded firmly. “Yes!”“Do you want to know the whole truth?”“I do!”Ivy blinked, then suddenly smiled. “Okay, okay, Gale, I know what to do now.”“Can you tell me now?”“Not yet.”“Why?” Gale asked. “Have you been threatened?”She grew tense all of a sudden.Ivy shook her head. “No. It’s just too complicated to explain in a few words. But with your support, I suddenly feel stronger and know what I need to do!”Even if President Wood tried to stop her, she would expose it. She would vent her anger, punish Paul, tear off Aurum’s hypocritical mask, let Gale know Aurum's ugliness... Ivy decided to act on her own. She resolved silently.Smells of food wafted from the kitchen.“Dinner’s ready,” Ivy smiled. “Joshua, Nicole, did you wash your hands?”They replied, “We’re going now!”“I’ll take you.”“No,” Gale stopped her. “They’re big enough to wash the