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Shawn pulled a chair and sat down. "Nicole, has Mommy been with you all evening?""Yeah, she's been working on her sketches, and I've been drawing my pictures.""Do you find Mommy behaving a bit strangely?"Nicole shook her head. "No, Daddy. You're the one who's strange."Shawn was taken aback. "I'm strange?"Nicole pointed to the figures in the painting. "Daddy, look. This is Joshua, my big brother. He has to stand here. We can't paint him to be somewhere else."Seeing Shawn's furrowed brow, Nicole shook her head and sighed repeatedly.'Well, it's fine. Daddy suddenly became so foolish. There's no way I can get through to him.'No wonder Mommy had already given up and left."Tomorrow, I'll have the housekeeper frame this painting and put it by my bedside. That way, I can see it every day!" Nicole carefully put the painting away. Shawn could not comprehend.All he could think about now was having another child!He asked, "Nicole, would you mind if Mommy and Daddy plan to h
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He said quietly, "Don't answer."However, she shook her head."Just relax and wait for the surgery. The doctor is the best cardiac specialist in Sea City, and this surgery is a piece of cake to him. There won't be any risks. Don't frighten yourself," Gale said."Any surgery carries risks. It's never completely safe.""It's just placing a stent."Matthew sighed. "I'm already old... When I was young, I drank and stayed up late to socialize. My body has long deteriorated. With my poor health, I'm afraid this might be it for me.""You're overthinking it. I asked the doctor, and the success rate would be very high. It's not considered a major surgery," Gale replied.Nevertheless, the treatment costs were very high. However, money was no issue for her, so it was inconsequential.On the other end, Heather's voice came through. "But, a family member needs to come to sign the surgery consent form and have a pre-surgery discussion... If Gale doesn't come, how can the doctor proceed with
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Matthew was in the wrong. However, she had to live with a clear conscience. Letting Matthew live was the greatest act of kindness she could carry out!"I understand, no need to explain. Do you want me to accompany you to the hospital?" Shawn tightened his grip on her arm.She shook her head. "I can go alone.""You're always like this..."Shawn tapped her forehead with his index finger.Gale looked up at him. "How so. It's just because I'm afraid it might inconvenience you.""Are your personal matters an inconvenience? It's more important than work.""But I really feel like I can handle it on my own."Shawn cupped her face. "Galey, you are more vulnerable. You don't need to be so strong and independent."If she was softer, he could protect her more.Gale gazed into his deep eyes. "It's a habit. It's hard to change how I am. During the four years I was away from you, I had to take care of everything myself. No one helped me." She went from being a first-time mother to becomin
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He wanted to live in his delusion, hoping his illusion of their love could last a day longer. Perhaps, after some time, Gale's answer would be the one he wanted, and then he would ask her again!At this moment, Shawn found himself in a state of confusion. He did not know if Gale loved him or Aurum. It was like she never really let him go, but at the same time, she had completely moved on from him.Gale smiled and said, "Shawn, are you lacking confidence in yourself now?""Before, I was very confident, even bordering on arrogance. But now..."Falling in love with someone makes you cautious. Why? Because you are afraid of losing them.Gale said, "Actually, I've already thought of how to answer you. My answer is already in my heart. Are you sure you don't want to hear it now?"Shawn looked at her for a few seconds and then averted his gaze, saying, "Mmm."He would not listen. He could not listen. He rarely was so flustered and uncertain. He quickly softens his tone. "Gale, I'm go
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Shawn's hand immediately relaxed. Gale promptly wriggled free, kicked off her shoes, and darted into the bed. She lay down and said, "Let's sleep, good night."Shawn adjusted his tie, gazing at her helplessly. It was destined to be a sleepless night for him.He lay down but had not given up on Gale just yet.He leaned closer, his breath heavy. "Gale, am I being presumptuous? Is our future going to be long?"She just would not answer. "Guess.""I dare not guess, afraid of guessing wrong.""Be bolder."Shawn pushed aside her hair, resting his chin on her shoulder. "I will be very cautious about everything related to you."Actually, Gale had made her intentions clear. She started sleeping in the master bedroom, no longer trying to sleep in separate rooms. She also no longer rejected his embraces, hand-holding, kissing, and even sleeping with him. She was also growing distant from Aurum, not mingling with him as closely and frequently as before, which could lead to misunderstanding
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"Don't listen to your daddy. I definitely didn't kick the blanket. I slept just fine. It was him who couldn't sleep and blamed me for it." Gale quickly defended herself.She even nudged Shawn's arm, saying, "Didn't you say you didn't need my sleep sachet, and you could sleep just fine by cuddling me? So why couldn't you sleep last night? It seems like you were lying to me?""Gale, you know why I couldn't sleep."She pursed her lips. "I understand, but you brought it upon yourself. Don't blame me! Explain to Nicole that I didn't kick the blanket!""Alright, alright. Nicole, Mommy didn't kick the blanket."Nicole was speechless. How could she accept his lame explanation?It felt like Shawn was pressured to deny it!Nicole nodded. "Oh, got it. Daddy listens to Mommy. Daddy is henpecked."Gale almost choked. "Where did you learn that word?""From my big brother."Ah, it was from Joshua! That made sense! He was the one who would say something like that!Shawn did not understand
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"Yes.""Do you have two Grandpas too?"After some thought, Gale nodded. "Yes."She was a bit nervous, fearing that Nicole would ask questions she could not answer. Thankfully, Nicole just smiled and said, "Mommy, you're so lucky.""Lucky?" She was somewhat puzzled."Yes. You have two daddies and two mommies, so you can receive double the love. Four people love you at the same time, plus Daddy and me, wow... Mommy, you're surrounded by love!" Nicole said.Gale was amused by her daughter's thought process. They have vivid imaginations and tend to see things in a very positive light. The darkness and evils of the Yarn family had no place in Nicole's world."Yes. I'm so fortunate to have the love of two daddies and two mommies," Gale replied."So, Mommy, you also have a mommy and a daddy now.""That's right."Nicole quickly finished her custard and smacked her lips. "I only need one daddy and one mommy because you're both very good to me. I don't need an extra daddy and mommy!"
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Shawn pursed his lips, his face looking very displeased. Throughout the drive, he seemed rather moody and was not very talkative.Upon reaching the kindergarten, Nicole waved and said, "Goodbye, Daddy and Mommy."She got out of the car and headed toward her classroom but seemed to suddenly forget something. She ran back quickly.Gale lowered the car window and said, "Is there something else, Nicole?""Forget to tell you, Mommy, I also want to go see my grandma. I've never met her, and she doesn't know me. Why haven't you arranged for me to meet Grandma?" Nicole said, looking up.Gale smiled. "I didn't think about it. I'm sorry, Nicole. We'll go see Grandma this weekend, okay?"Nicole nodded, content. "Okay, bye!"She turned around and trotted back to her classroom.Watching Nicole's retreating figure, Gale quickly began planning the meeting in her mind. She did not want to take only Nicole to meet Mary. Joshua should come along too. After some thought, Gale came up with a good
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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
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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
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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
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“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
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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
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"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
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"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
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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
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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
