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"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
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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
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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
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"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
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"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?]
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"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!
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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
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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
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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
