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He trusted her.Although, a tinge of jealousy in his heart kept surging. A man could hardly stay indifferent when his wife was alone with a man who liked her. What more when the man was Shawn, the King of Jealousy.Joshua appeared out of nowhere, standing between the two."Shawn, did Uncle Lefting leave because of you?"Shawn was speechless."Mom, you're smiling even brighter now. Did something good happen?"It was Gale's turn to be speechless.Shawn picked Joshua up. "Go stand aside."Little did he know, Joshua held onto the doorframe, "I won't go, I won't go. Uncle Lefting came to see me, and he left after putting down the flowers. Something's not right. Does this mean I won't see him again?""He's really a good man, Shawn. You can't bully him!""Uncle Lefting is already a sad single man. You have a wife, Nicole, and me. You're the winner in life. You should be gracious and forgiving, turn the other cheek, and be a true gentleman!"What a sneaky kid. For such a young age,
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Shawn smiled slightly. "How dare I. I can only stand here hopelessly, hoping you'll come back soon."Gale grabbed his arm, gently swaying it. "I knew it. Mr. Wood is becoming more and more understanding.""Understanding?"Was it really the appropriate way to describe him?Gale quickly said, "You don't like it? Then how about being gracious then?""Isn't that what Joshua said just now?"Gale laughed. "Anyway, it means the same thing. You get it! In any case, you're no longer petty, suspicious, paranoid, weird, or domineering."Shawn's gaze darkened. "Gale. You use these derogatory terms on me so easily. However, you can't come up with any praises and have to rely on Joshua for help.""No, absolutely not!"Gale put on an innocent look and blinked her eyes.Even if she did, she could not admit it!Gale shook his arm again. "I'm just too tired, my brain isn't working. Come on, let's pack up and go home."They would really return home.The four of them would be reunited, home t
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Moreover, Joshua was a piano prodigy. He had already made several public appearances, gaining considerable fame across the internet! If people knew he was the rich young heir of the Wood family, it would be bound to create a sensation online!"It's good to make it public. We can't keep the two children hidden forever," Mary chimed in.Peter nodded. "Yes, Joshua also needs a sense of identity. After all, he had hid from the public for so long.""That's right. It's settled then!" Lucas said.As a boy and the future heir of the Wood family, Joshua would eventually need to appear in public and assimilate into the various upper-class circles in Sea City. After all, he was going to take over the Wood Group.However, it was different for Nicole. As a girl of a wealthy family, she could live carefreely. It did not matter whether or not she managed the company. If she was career-oriented, she could join Joshua in taking over the company. If she was not interested in that, she could pursue
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One said, [First, there was Nicole, and now there's Joshua. These kids have such great fortune to be born into this family.]Another said, [Did no one notice Mr. Wood and Mrs. Wood? They were holding hands throughout, such a loving couple!][Wait a minute, this kid seems familiar.]Shawn and Gale, with Joshua in his arms, had only walked a short distance to their car. They boarded the car and left in less than five minutes. However, in these five minutes, the resourceful online community had already dug up Joshua's illustrious history![Isn't this the piano prodigy child?][Yes! He played the world's most difficult piano piece at such a young age and won the championship!][Good genes, intelligence, and being born into wealth... impressive.][A CEO father and a beautiful mother resulted in the birth of a pair of children. They've won in life!]Online discussions skyrocketed.Lucas had achieved his goal. The car slowly drove away and eventually disappeared into the traffic. Rep
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"I've been waiting for you! Come, I'll show you to your room! It's huge!"Hand in hand, the two of them ran swiftly toward the second floor."Slow down. Don't fall," Gale reminded from behind."Ma'am, rest assured, Temperley Hall is carpeted from top to bottom, and all the sharp corners are child-proofed. They won't get hurt," the housekeeper remarked, grinning ear to ear.Temperley Hall had not been this lively for a long, long time. It will continue in the long future without any more lonely moments!Gale said, "Thank you for your hard work.""It's all Mr. Wood's idea. Not only Temperley Hall, but their school has also gotten a makeover to ensure the kids' safety. All funded by Wood Group!" the housekeeper replied.Gale looked at Shawn. She remembered him mentioning something like this. Did he really act on it so quickly? Was it not too pampering? Were they treating the children as if they were too fragile? When Joshua and Nicole lived in the small town, they did not receive s
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Joshua crossed his arms and snorted, "Well, if he doesn't please me, I will not call him Dad!"Nicole blinked her big eyes, asking in confusion, "Why would it? Joshua, don't you like Dad?""It's not that I like or dislike him."Nicole was confused. "Do you like him or not?"Joshua remained elusive, "I like him a little bit, but not much."Nicole was utterly confused and looked at Gale."He is just being stubborn. He likes him a lot but pretends to be indifferent." Gale picked Nicole up and said, "Let's go, we're going downstairs for lunch; everyone's waiting for you two.""How am I being stubborn? I really like this room! Let's see how he performs!"Gale looked at him and said, "Your father is quite impressive. He can get almost anything you want for you. This room is just a small gesture. If you like it, he can take you to a real spaceship. Do you believe that?"Joshua's eyes sparkled. A real spaceship? The temptation was too great!"Is it true? He can take me for a tour?" J
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Shawn felt very uncomfortable."Come on, have a sip. I got this bowl just for you. Consider it a filial gesture!" Joshua said.Shawn's hand trembled, nearly dropping his spoon."Look, how thoughtful Joshua is. So respectful at such a young age!" Lucas praised.Joshua, a bit embarrassed, smiled. "It's just what I should do!"Shawn could not shake the feeling of unease. It was eerie!He knew what kind of person his son was. Surely, he was a fox pretending to be gentle! Should he drink this soup or not?Seeing Shawn hesitating, Joshua asked with great concern, "Shawn, do you not like soup? It's okay, I don't either. It's hot! It's okay; just eat the other food first! I'll serve you!"He began putting some food from each platter into Shawn's bowl. The rest praised him incessantly."Joshua is really thoughtful.""He is a good child who respects his elders.""If only you came home earlier.""We're truly blessed with such a child."Only Shawn remained uneasy.What exactly was Jo
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Shawn listened, then swept her up in his arms and stood up. "Let's go back to our room.""But it's too early."Was he going back to rest now? Shawn's intentions were too obvious."Don't get carried away.""I'm just going to massage your back.""Are you sure?""I'm sure. Am I that kind of person to you?" Shawn assumed a dignified look."You are.""Hmm?""You are. Quit pretending," Gale affirmed.She had no idea what Shawn was thinking. She stayed, taking care of Joshua in the hospital every day, rarely going home. Occasionally, he would sleep in the hospital room with her. With Joshua around, even their kissing had to be done discreetly, let alone other intimate activities. Now they were finally back home with a room and a spacious bed, a world for just the two of them, undisturbed... Gale had already anticipated what would happen next!"Start with the waist, we'll see about the rest later." Shawn held her securely and went upstairs steadily.The servants in the living room
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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
