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
Summer felt like she was in prison, spending every night alone with Joe. She was in agony, like constantly being on pins and needles.Although Joe did not make any physical advances, he behaved too casually around her. She would be in the room, and he would just go take a shower, wrap a towel around himself, and stroll around, not bothering to wear pajamas.Thinking back now, Summer felt her scalp tingling.Those days are finally over. She was now liberated.Just as she was thinking this, Gale suddenly asked, "So, you two spent so many nights together, and nothing happened?""What?""It's normal to have a little fling.""Gale!" Summer reached out to hit her. "Whose side are you on anyway?"Gale laughed and dodged. "I'm just using common logic to make speculations."It was quite obvious that Joe liked Summer.It was man's nature to be addicted to the chase.Gale had been through it, so she knew what could happen when a man and a woman were alone in a hotel room.She has had
All these changes were because of Shawn.One person could have such a significant influence—every gesture and every move exuded charisma and authority. Everyone sitting there looked serious. They saw Shawn and Ivy whispering to each other, exchanging a knowing look. They seemed to look at each other in mutual understanding.Having a roving eye was quite normal for men, especially one as powerful and handsome as Shawn. How could someone like him possibly be exclusively devoted to Mrs. Wood? Previously, everyone speculated about the type of woman Mr. Wood liked, who could capture his attention. Now, the answer was clear. It was Ivy!Upon closer examination, Ivy and Mrs. Wood had quite a few similarities, whether in temperament or appearance. They were not helpless and delicate but opinionated and strong. It seemed Mr. Wood had a preference.In the future, anyone wanting to please or win over Mr. Wood should seek out elegant and charismatic beauties and send them his way. Catering to