Strange. Was there something else in her dreams that he did not know about?Shawn leaned against the frame of the bathroom door. "Gale, no contraceptive is a hundred percent reliable. Do you get what I mean?"She replied in a muffled voice, "I understand."Even if they were careful, there was still a possibility of pregnancy. The probability was extremely low, but there is still a possibility. It was like winning the lottery. What if she won?Ah! Gale's mind was a mess, and she remembered her menstrual cycle.Right, how could she forget something so important?She could just calculate from her cycle.She tried to recall the last time her period came. Gale thought for a moment but could not remember. However, every time she got her period, she habitually marked it on the calendar.Gale pulled back the covers, picked up the calendar from the bedside table, and flipped through it. It seemed like she did not make a mark on the calendar this month or the last month. Did she forget
"What are you two busy with? You didn't come home last night, and you missed breakfast.""We had work matters. They're almost sorted out, and I won't be working late tonight," Shawn replied.Joshua grinned at him. "Hey, Shawn, do you have more free time coming up?"He was trying to gauge if he could go to the space center.Shawn saw through him."Not really. Why? What's up?" Shawn replied vaguely."I... I..." At this moment, Joshua stuttered, feeling too embarrassed to speak directly!"Hmm?" Joshua said, "If you're free this weekend, could you... take me, and Nicole, and Mommy on a trip?""It's a good suggestion. We can arrange something, like a countryside trip or a beach vacation." Shawn nodded."No, no, those are boring. Besides, we can go to those places anytime!" "Oh? Then where do you want to go?" Just as Joshua was about to answer, Shawn turned to Nicole and asked, "Nicole, do you want to go to the beach? We can catch some crabs, walk on the sand, watch the sunris
His eyes were filled with anticipation. It seemed as though if Shawn agreed, he would leap up to touch the ceiling in joy. Conversely, if Shawn said he was not going, he would collapse right there on the spot."Shawn," everyone tells me that being your son is a great blessing. I can have everything I want. I haven't experienced these privileges yet. Do you want to prove it to me?"Have you seen me these days? I've been behaving well, haven't I? I'm obedient, studious, doing homework with Nicole, never causing trouble for you and Mom, not meddling in your plans, not being a third wheel!""If you fulfill this wish of mine, I'll obey you more in the future!"Shawn nodded. "Alright."Joshua's eyes widened, somewhat disbelieving. "Alright? You agreed?""Yes, fulfilling this wish of yours is not difficult for me."The Wood Group had sponsored aviation and space projects before, so arranging for Joshua to visit the space center was quite easy. He just had to ask."Yes!!!" Joshua hugge
With such wonderful children like Joshua and Nicole, why would Shawn even consider having another one? Did he and Nicole not do well enough? That was when Shawn finally understood Joshua. He was getting old; he did not understand how kids these days communicate.Shawn replied, "I am just asking for your thoughts and opinions. Didn't you say that everyone should have a say when we have a decision to make?""Yeah, so are we voting now?""No, just casually asking."Under usual circumstances, Joshua would have spoken back by now. However, things are different now. He needed Shawn's help, so he was willing to play ball with Shawn."As long as you and Mom are happy, I support you. Having another one would be great. I hope it's a little brother so I can be a big brother!" Joshua said."So, you would only be in favor of it just because you want to be a big brother?""No, no, I support you unconditionally." Joshua grinned at him. "Shawn, when are we leaving for the space center? Can we
"Alright." Gale noddedSuddenly, their phones rang, echoing in the dining hall.Shawn saw Fiona's name on the screen. Gale's call was from Summer.They exchanged a look, and then both answered the calls."Hello, Mr. Wood. The PR department just received a draft article and a set of photos!""What kind of photos and what article?" Shawn's expression changed."It's intimate photos of you and Ms. Park! The headline was 'President Wood's Late-night Tryst with Female Star, Arms around Each Other's Shoulders, Half-exposed!'"Shawn's face turned cold.Fiona continued, "Currently, there's no trace of this rumor on the internet, and these photos haven't been leaked yet. I believe the other party intends to threaten or blackmail you!"Shawn spoke coldly, "Any other updates?""Not at the moment. The PR department is urgently convening a meeting. Mr. Wood, we need your decision on this matter! If this leaks out..."It would certainly affect the image of the Wood Group and strain the rel
"Yeah! I came to the company this morning and just happened to have some business in the PR department. Then I stumbled upon... Gale, let me tell you, this thing is being tightly kept under wraps. Very few people know about it. If you go and confront Shawn, he might not even admit it." Summer became increasingly infuriated. "I can't believe it! Yesterday, I earnestly advised him to treat you well and not to have wandering eyes. But, just overnight, he... Wait a minute!"This happened last night, which means before he came to the restaurant to pick you up, he... he was with Ivy!"Argh! What kind of scoundrel is he!" Gale's mind was buzzing. However, she was still calm, in contrast to Summer."I understand, Summer. Thank you for telling me about this right away. I need to think about how to handle this.""Do you still need to think? The photos are right there. Divorce him! The only way you can forgive him is if the photos are fake and someone photoshopped them. Otherwise, he's ch
It surely would not just be a hug. Why would there be these suggestive or even incriminating actions between Shawn and Ivy when their relationship should be pure? She really wanted to believe in Shawn completely, but trust could lead to devastating betrayal. Ivy was so beautiful and independent, possessing qualities that attracted Shawn. Shawn himself has admitted to admiring Ivy. When they were alone, what if sparks were flying between them, and they could not resist each other? Gale shook her head, trying not to dwell on such thoughts."Let's go, I want to see those photos with my own eyes." She stood up."Gale, you still need to go to the hospital.""Tomorrow then. I'm not in the mood to get checked now, and I can't wait anymore," Gale said.Shawn understood her mindset very well."Alright. Galey, I haven't seen those photos either, but I can assure you, it won't be the intimate behavior you imagine!" he agreed.What could the photos be if he had not done anything of the
The jacket had slipped down to Ivy's waist, revealing the tight off-shoulder top she wore underneath, accentuating her perfect figure with graceful curves. She and Shawn were so intimate. No one but Gale should have been able to lean on Shawn's chest. No one but Gale should have been able to wear his jacket. What was going on? How did Ivy manage to get both?Gale examined each photo carefully. She thought she could stay calm while looking at them. Halfway through, she could not bear it anymore. Her hand trembled, and the photos slipped from her grasp with a clatter."Gale!" Shawn looked at her nervously.Gale took a deep breath. "I think you can explain now. Shawn, are the photos fake? Are they photoshopped? Or are they real?""The photos are real."Her body swayed.Shawn admitted it. Well, of course. How could his jacket be draped over Ivy's shoulders? The photoshop technology had not reached that level of detail. Ivy was also nestled in Shawn's embrace!"Last night, you went t