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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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He looked at her with a smirk. "Go on.""I just hope you'll work hard and do your best."Shawn leaned in, hands on her sides. "Galey, you can't escape tonight."Gale felt her legs go weak, gazing into his meaningful eyes. Thankfully, she was lying down; otherwise, she would have fallen.With just a glance, Shawn had her scared. After enduring so much in the hospital, Shawn could not wait, eagerly anticipating. He was a hungry wolf pouncing on its prey."I... I wasn't planning to hide. It's still early... I have to put the kids to bed." Gale swallowed hard."We have servants.""I'm not at ease.""Zoe is there."Gale hesitated. "I... I want to do it myself.""Fine. You can."Huh? He agreed? Something's not right. When did Shawn become so easygoing?"Is it true?" Gale could not believe it. "Don't go back on your word.""Of course." Shawn nodded. "It's a little past seven now. Joshua and Nicole go to bed at nine. Galey, we have a little over an hour."Damn! Gale understood! H
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"My Galey is getting smarter." Gale suddenly felt deflated. She knew Shawn would not easily let go of this. However, what he wanted was too much!"Forget it. You just continue being mad. I don't care anymore." Gale let go, turning away from him.She was willing but unable. Take it or leave it. She was tired of negotiating.Before she could touch the bed, Shawn's arms tightened around her waist, and he pulled her back. Gale struggled.As a result, both of them tumbled onto the big bed. Shawn was impossible to pry away."Hey, you..."Shawn raised an eyebrow, his breath lingering by her ear. "Galey, you have to bear the consequences of your actions.""What did I do?""You should have known that the day I found out about Joshua, I would be angry."Gale, who had just struggled fiercely, went limp upon hearing this sentence."Indeed, it was my fault. Both Nicole and Joshua are your children. I shouldn't have kept one hidden. However, it's not entirely my fault! If you had given m
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What a day it was. Was this normal for other couples?Gale entered Joshua's room, finding him on the floor, engrossed in his Lego blocks."It's time to sleep. We can continue tomorrow," Gale said.Joshua did not even lift his head. "Just a little more.""Don't you get bored staying in the room all the time?"Joshua was the restless type, always on the move, exploring everywhere as if afflicted with hyperactivity.However, he seemed unusually settled."I could stay in this room forever, Mom. When will Shawn take me on a real spaceship?""Ask him yourself."Joshua suddenly became hesitant. "I... I find it hard to ask.""If you call him 'Daddy', he'd pluck the stars from the sky for you.""Well, I hesitated to call him Daddy all this time, all for your sake."Gale pointed at herself. "For me?""Yes. When you and Daddy truly reconcile and stop arguing over the fact that you hid me away, then I'll call him Daddy."Having just endured an hour and a half of torture from Shawn, G
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"It's okay, you're welcome to join." Gale had to resign herself and walked in. Why was Shawn here? She thought he was still resting in the master bedroom.Was this man never tired? Was his energy so abundant?"Mommy, Daddy said that from now on, you and him will take turns telling bedtime stories to me and Joshua. Today is Daddy's turn, and tomorrow is yours. Daddy will go to Joshua tomorrow," Nicole sweetly said."Daddy also said that this way, both Joshua and I can feel loved. Most importantly, it saves time, and you and Daddy can rest earlier!"It did save time. However, Gale did not want to save time! She could only maintain an awkward yet polite smile. After she arrived, Shawn's reading speed clearly increased.Ten minutes later, he closed the book, looked at the sleeping Nicole, and then turned his head to glance at Gale.That look was that of a big bad wolf looking at a little white rabbit."Gale, we should also rest." Shawn got up, turned off the light with one hand, a
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Joshua and Nicole were about to finish school. Plus, Gale had to go to the company that day for a meeting. Gale hurriedly freshened up, changed clothes, grabbed her bag, and headed downstairs.The housekeeper saw her and quickly said, "Ma'am, breakfast is in the kitchen. Would you like to have it now?""No, I can't. I need to go to work." Gale rushed out."How can this be? It's not good for your stomach." He followed her, continually saying, "If Mr. Wood finds out, we'll be reprimanded again."Gale did not have time to argue, quickly walking out. "Just say I chose not to eat!""But Mr. Wood specifically instructed me to watch you eat something before he left to prevent you from starving and hurting your stomach.""Ma'am, please eat a little. Or shall I pack it for you to eat on the way?"Gale suddenly stopped. "You know I've been sleeping in the master bedroom, right?""Yes, ma'am.""Then why didn't you wake me up?"He looked innocent. "Mr. Wood said you've been too tired rec
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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
