"Don't force yourself, Gale.""Not forced." Gale took a deep breath. "Go out first. I can manage on my own."Shawn's smile deepened as he lifted her hand, placing the nightgown in her palm."I'm looking forward to it, Gale."Gale looked at him, feeling like a lamb ready for slaughter. Especially now, with Shawn wearing glasses, he exuded a more refined air. This style suited him quite well!After speaking, Shawn walked out. Five minutes later, the door of the dressing room slowly opened. Shawn took off his glasses and looked straight ahead. Gale's head was almost lowered to her chest, her hands covering different parts. She did not know where to put her hands! It seemed like everywhere needed to be covered up.Shawn's Adam's apple rolled. "Come here," he said.Without hesitation, Gale rushed over and dove under the covers. She sighed in relief. With a blanket, she felt much safer. Shawn raised his hand, turning off the bedside lamp. The master bedroom plunged into darkness, wi
She skillfully fried eggs, sizzled ham, toasted bread, made porridge and buns. Although it had been a while since she last did it, she still could."Gale, your cooking skills haven't deteriorated at all," Zoe chimed in. She helped her out, saying, "Joshua and Nicole will be delighted when they see this.""I rarely have time to cook nowadays. Zoe, pass me the premade filling," she replied.They worked together seamlessly, having been partners for several years. So, this meal was prepared smoothly and quickly.Upstairs, Shawn woke up to find the room empty. After dressing up, he left the bedroom as Joshua swiftly ran past him at the doorway."Take it slow. Aren't you going to wake Nicole up?" he advised."She's still getting ready. I can't wait, I need to go down first. It smells so good, I'm starving."After running a few steps, Joshua remembered something, turned back with a grin, and said, "You're hungry too, Shawn. Come on, let's have breakfast together."He was still trying
He made a mental note to ask Fiona to bring her food in the afternoon."Oh, by the way, don't try to back out of what you promised me last night, okay?" Gale said.She was talking about Ivy Park. She could not just let what she had done for Shawn go to waste like that."Don't worry, I remember," Shawn assured her. Gale was finally satisfied, making sure the two children ate more; after all, they were still growing!Gale arrived at the company and sat at her desk.She opened her bag and found several lollipops inside, not knowing if it was Joshua or Nicole who had stuffed them in. "Peach, these are for you. Snacks from the kids." Gale handed them over. Peach sat at the computer, supporting her cheek, lost in thought, seemingly unaware of Gale speaking! Gale was puzzled. She leaned over and took a look at Peach's computer screen. It displayed Sam's personal profile. Sam was dressed in a suit, looking elite, clean and sharp, clearly like a well-mannered scion of a disting
"Give it a try, there's still a chance. If you don't try, you'll just have to watch him end up with another girl.""I..."Gale cheered her on, "Sam is still single to this day. It means he hasn't found someone he likes among the girls around him. I'm just a passing acquaintance; I won't be his future.""But, Peach, you could very well be his future. He doesn't dislike you, and even finds you cute. Your chances are high!""Take more initiative. It's not just the guys who can make the first move."Peach still felt insecure. "Can I really do it?""I say you can, so you can! I know Sam's preferences, personality, triggers, and boundaries very well. I can assist you like no other girl can."Peach smiled. "Gale, you're really kind."Watching her fall in love, Gale could not help but sigh in her heart. Young love was always so refreshing!"Because I genuinely feel that you two are a good match.""But, a few days ago, you said I matched well with Fiona…"Well, that was obviously a j
"So, that's how it is. Make sure not to make such mistakes again next time," Gale teased."I got it, Gale!""Good thing I was the only one who saw it. If it were someone else, like Summer or Joe, those gossip mongers with big mouths, how would you explain then?"Sighing, Gale remarked, "They've been away for over a month. Time flies. Haven't seen them for so long, kind of miss them."Peach looked at her. "Didn't you know that Joe and Summer are coming back tonight?""Tonight?!""Yes."Gale had no clue. Summer did not tell her, and neither did Shawn."Am I the last to know?" Gale glanced at her colleagues. "Did you all know?"Colleagues nodded in unison.What the heck! They did not tell her.Just as she was thinking, her phone buzzed with a message.Gale picked it up, and it happened to be a message from Summer.[My precious beauty, I'll be landing at the airport at eight tonight. If you're not there, I'll be disappointed!]Gale replied, [Why didn't you tell me earlier?]
"I haven't seen Summer for over a month. It must be tough for her to be away for so long. I want to spend some time with her.""I can't do anything about Ivy Park's situation even if I go. I can only sit next to you like a mascot.""Of course, of course, I know you want me to be with you. I want to be with you too.""But we have a long future ahead, plenty of time in the future. She's only back this one time, and she won't be away on a business trip for so long again.""You'll understand, won't you? You're the best."After a long pause, Shawn finally responded, "I think that set of pajamas from last night, in pink, would look quite nice. Gale, what do you think?"Gale instantly understood what he meant.He wanted her to wear pink next. This man really knew how to take advantage of the situation.Gale could only reply with clenched teeth, "Yes, red is alluring, and pink is tender! Both are suitable!"This time, Shawn replied promptly, "Come back early, don't drink."Ah, men!
However, Joe stayed silent, did not retort at all, and even discreetly glanced at Summer.Summer reached out to cover her mouth. "What are you talking about? When did I say I liked him?"Gale laughed and evaded, "I never said you like Joe. I said you like this style. See, it's because you've been subconsciously thinking about Joe that you automatically associate my words with him."Summer stomped her foot. "Gale! You've changed!""Yeah, for the better!""You turned tricky after getting back with Shawn!"Gale nodded. "We're a married couple, influencing each other is normal. When you and Joe...""Hey!" Summer raised her voice, interrupting her.Gale stopped.Alright, if she continued, Summer might really get angry.Seeing Summer like this, Gale smiled and remained silent.She found it quite amusing, teasing Peach during the day and Summer in the evening. Watching both of them blush and act shy was quite entertaining!Women in love seemed to have the same demeanor.Gale thou
Unexpectedly, Shawn did not answer his call."Darn, do I have to spend my first night back in the country all alone?" Joe muttered.The car sped along the airport expressway. Summer kept looking back."What are you doing? Can't bear to part with Joe?" Gale asked."Definitely not!""Then why do you keep looking back?"Summer replied, "I'm afraid Joe will take a taxi, follow us, tail us all the way to the steak restaurant, then sit down and start eating like nothing happened!""Isn't that a bit much?"Gale thought Joe would not do something like that, right?"He's capable of anything. Gale, you still don't know him well enough. He's quite audacious, capable of anything!" Summer said.She needed to be cautious because Joe might actually do this.Unable to resist, Gale looked back. "So, did he take a taxi?""No, he's still standing in the same place." Summer sighed in relief. "After spending everyday together, seeing each other all the time, I need to be apart from him for a wh