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She could forgive her if she was just looking; however, the nurse kept touching Shawn. It was unavoidable during the medication process."It might sting. Mr. Wood, please bear with it," she said."It's okay. Go ahead.""Alright." The nurse tried to be gentle. "Is this pressure okay?"Shawn responded with a simple, "Yes."Gale stood nearby, enduring, repeatedly taking deep breaths. In the end, she could not watch any longer. She snatched the medicine and cotton swab from the nurse. "Let me do it!"The nurse's hands froze in mid-air, staring blankly at her.Gale softened her tone and forced a smile. "I'll do it. Sorry; I've treated my husband's wounds before. I have experience.""Uh... Okay, sure.""You can leave; I'll call you if needed."The nurse nodded, picked up the tray, and left. As she departed, she looked back with a hint of reluctance. However, Gale blocked her view, and the nurse only saw Gale's back.Once the nurse was gone, Gale immediately said, "You're enjoyin
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"Not bad." Gale nodded in satisfaction. "I rarely see you so obedient.""Gale, are you trying to educate me?" Shawn asked.She paused and suddenly felt guilty. "Hehehe, I am just kidding.""Did you forget what you've done? Faking death, forging identities, living under Molly's name, hiding me from Joshua..." Shawn asked."Oh! I'm done applying the medicine. Be careful not to touch water!" Gale deliberately interrupted him loudly.She discarded the cotton swab and gently blew on his wound. A cool breeze swept through."All done. You can put on your shirt now. I'll reapply the medicine when we get home tonight," Gale said.She handed him the shirt.Shawn sat straight, slowly buttoning it up. However, his gaze remained fixed on Gale.She really messed up this time. How could he exploit it?He had to think carefully.Gale dared not meet his eyes, avoiding his gaze."Gale, I'm not done talking about this," Shawn spoke lightly.Her face drooped.The inevitable had come; she c
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Gale nodded repeatedly, "Yes!"She sensed gossip!Shawn and Joe had been friends for many years, knowing each other inside out. There must be something fishy going on."There's someone Joe doesn't want to meet there. If he goes, that person will get wind of it. They will force a meeting," Shawn replied."Is that person a man or a woman?"Shawn remained silent, just straightening his cuffs and heading out.Gale's appetite for gossip was left hanging, and she could not let him leave! She hurriedly caught up and asked, "Answer me! Is it a man or a woman?""Hey, Shawn, if you don't say anything, it must be a woman!""Because no man would make Joe so terrified that he'd rather choose Samutus!""Could it be Joe's ex?""Or maybe his first love? Or someone he loved deeply but couldn't be with?"Gale trailed along like a little tail, chattering non-stop beside Shawn.Shawn remained silent throughout."Talk, you're making me anxious. Did I guess correctly? Summer can't be a backup o
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The one who loves you will naturally learn how to love you and how to make you feel secure. Those with a genuine heart don't need to be taught, and those without it won't learn. Gale nodded. "You're right.""You understand that, and that's good.""But, I still want to know about that person in Canada."Shawn pursed his lips. He felt like everything he said earlier was in vain."Humph, you speak in such a cryptic way. If you're so knowledgeable, how come our relationship is so rocky, so messed up? You're a theorist, not a practitioner!" Gale asked."Wrong, Gale.""Where did I go wrong?"Shawn said, "It's precisely because our journey has been so tough, and we've endured so much hardship to be together, that I've gained practical experience. I've been through it, and that's why I've developed these theories."Gale was stunned. She could not argue with Shawn! So annoying! If this man decided to be serious, she could not win against him even if she had ten mouths! His mind worked
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He slowly opened his eyes just a little and glanced at Gale. "Big... big beauty," he said, then closed his eyes, drifting back to sleep. He felt so exhausted, and every part of his body ached. He had no strength left."I'm here. You go ahead and sleep. There's nothing to worry about now. I'm safe, and so are you," Gale replied. Joshua did not respond further, peacefully drifting into sleep. He slept so calmly and obediently. Gale leaned down and placed a kiss on his forehead.The doctor had arranged for Joshua to be in a premium ward instead of a critical condition monitoring ward. Meanwhile, news about Pearton came through."Mr. Wood." The captain stood at the door of the ward, knocking lightly."Speak.""Pearton is no longer in critical condition. However, his injuries are still severe. Whether he can survive remains to be seen. The doctor says he might need to stay in the intensive care unit for at least half a month," the captain reported.After a few seconds of contemp
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She did not know how she got through the day. At this moment, there was finally a profound sense of tranquility.Shawn walked into the living room in Temperley Hall and heard Nicole's tender voice. "Daddy!"His features softened a lot. "Nicole.""Why did you come home so late? Were you working overtime at the company? I've been waiting for you to have dinner together." Nicole blinked her big, sparkling eyes.Shawn approached her and patted her head. "Why haven't you eaten yet?""I want to eat with you. It's not fun to eat alone. By the way, where's Mommy?" Nicole looked around."She has something to attend to and won't be coming home tonight."Nicole's little face almost wrinkled up. "Why? What could she be so busy with that she won't come home? If Mommy's not here, who will tell me stories and put me to sleep?"She pouted, clearly dissatisfied. "I can tell stories too, Nicole. What Mommy does, Daddy can do as well," Shawn said.Nicole reluctantly nodded. "Alright."Shawn lif
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She had wanted to tell him about Joshua's true identity back then. He was the one who did not believe her. It turned out he had misunderstood her. It turned out Gale had no intention of keeping it a secret forever. At this moment, all the discomfort in Shawn's heart disappeared. He was no longer holding a grudge; he had come to terms with it. However, he would not let Gale know. He still wanted to put on a show of being upset; he wanted to see her trying to appease him! After being kept in the dark for so long, Shawn felt he deserved to be compensated by Gale."I like Joshua, a lot. I want him to live with us..."Shawn responded, "He'll be able to live with us very soon."Nicole was initially stunned, but then her eyes lit up. "Really?""Yes, I'll bring him back."Nicole was about to cheer but suddenly remembered something and froze. Seeing her cautiously thoughtful expression, Shawn tapped her forehead with his finger. Nicole quickly covered it. "Ouch!" It was the first tim
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Indeed, his daughter was the apple of his eye. Even before she cried, Shawn had already softened his stance. If Nicole shed a few tears, he would feel heartbroken. If it were Joshua, Shawn would not even frown if he cried until his throat went hoarse and his eyes went blind. Nicole extended her hand from under the blanket. "Daddy, hug.""Alright." Shawn lifted her, sitting her on his lap."Did Mommy really tell you about my brother Joshua?" Nicole was still worried and confirmed again, "Daddy, you can't lie. If you lie, your nose will grow very long!""You already call him your brother, and you drew him in the family portrait of the four of us. I'm not clueless."Nicole finally breathed a sigh of relief. She murmured, "Why didn't Mommy tell me beforehand..."She had to maintain her innocence in front of Daddy."Dad, you finally know that Joshua is your son. From now on, he and I can play and go to school together, just like before!" Nicole happily said."Yes, just like before.
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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
