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He casually took her bag and handed it to the butler, then led her to the sofa. The butler took the bag for safekeeping while gesturing for the other servants to quickly leave the living room, so as not to disturb Aurum and Ivy. Soon, there were only the two of them left in the living room. Ivy wore a sweet smile on her face, completely embodying the charm of a woman in love. To be honest, as long as she did not think about Aurum using her, this relationship was actually quite perfect. Aurum was a qualified and caring boyfriend. He was attentive and considerate, he would send good morning and good night messages, and he would solve any problem she had promptly."Uncle Aurum!" Suddenly, a child's voice came from outside the door. That was how Joshua was; you would be able to hear him before seeing him. He was very cheerful and quickly ran into the living room. "Wow." Joshua was the first to see Ivy and his eyes widened instantly, not blinking. "Hello, are you a fairy?" Iv
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Shawn raised an eyebrow. "So, was I someone he didn't like?""You guys need to sort it out."Shawn snorted coldly."Is this Aunt Ivy?" Nicole also looked at Ivy. "You have such big and bright eyes, and such fair skin, you're really pretty."Ivy covered her face. "If you keep praising me like this, I'll get embarrassed.""Can fairies get embarrassed?" Joshua asked."Yes, they can. Hello, Joshua, nice to meet you. You're even cuter in person than in photos, a real little handsome boy," Ivy replied, reaching out to pat Joshua's head.Joshua straightened his back, striking a pose. "That's right, I'm very handsome, and very cool too.""Nicole is very beautiful too. A charming and beautiful little princess," Ivy praised Nicole again.Nicole asked, "Aunt Ivy, will I be as pretty as you when I grow up?"The fact that Ivy's appearance could receive such high praise from two children was enough to remind everyone how beautiful she was. In the entertainment industry, her beauty was unpa
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"Uncle Aurum, we've met so many times, but today is the first time we've met Ivy, so of course she gets special treatment!" Joshua said., "But, you call her by her name, and you call me uncle... is that appropriate? She's my girlfriend," Aurum asked.Joshua thought about it and realized that he did not address her correctly.Should he change and call Aurum by his name too? That did not sound right either, it was awkward. Calling a grown man like Aurum as it was was excessive. However, Joshua could not bear to call Ivy an aunt. She was a fairy sister."What should we do?" Joshua looked conflicted. "Should we call her Aunt Ivy, or should we call him Aurum?" Nicole also fell into deep thought. "It's okay, either is fine. You can call us whatever you want. Aunt is fine, my name is fine, both are okay," Ivy replied. Joshua immediately shook his head. "No, it has to be Ivy, fairy Ivy!" "Uncle Aurum is just teasing you, don't take it seriously." Aurum deliberately had a straight fa
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"I think your taste is somewhat weird. There are hits and misses."Aurum was puzzled.Joshua continued, "Natalie is really not good at all. She schemes, saying one thing to your face and another behind your back. I saw it during the time I lived at your house.""Your good taste, however, led you to pursue my fairy Ivy. Aurum, you must treat her well, you can't let an angel suffer!"Then, he quietly approached Aurum and said in a low voice, "You have a good eye for liking Mommy too."After all, Shawn was still around, so he could not let him overhear.After quickly finishing, Joshua pretended to cough twice. "No problem, no problem. This means that the best things come last. What came before was all about enduring trials of love, now is the time to reap true love!" he reasoned, sounding very logical."Yes, being able to have her is my fortune." Aurum nodded."You're more than fortunate, she's practically a fairy who descended from heaven to be by your side!" Joshua said, "When
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"If you want to marry someone beautiful, then you better see if you have the skills to handle her!" Joshua thought about it and retorted, "So, did Mommy trick you?"Everyone was speechless."Even if you knew she tricked you, you would have willingly played along, right?"Joshua continued, "So by your logic, since Ivy is so beautiful, she must be the best at tricking people, right? Did she trick you, Uncle Aurum?"Shawn remained unfazed. He replied, "You'll understand when you grow up."Although Joshua's words were innocent, Ivy almost could not keep her expression in check. She was not as good as Shawn. Fortunately, Aurum was not looking at her, so he did not notice. After all, whether it was Ivy tricking Aurum, or Aurum tricking Ivy, or both deceiving the other, it was all about who could be more skillful and emerge as the true winner."Alright, alright, you two always end up bickering. What are we here for today, guys? Do you remember?" Gale changed the subject. Nicole an
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"Yes, your child. Anyway, we have a boy and a girl in our family. No matter what gender your child is, there's a chance to become in-laws!" Gale said, winking.Ivy and Aurum smiled. He squeezed Ivy's hand, his thumb gently stroking the back of it. He seemed very much in love with her. However, the bitter reality of it all was known to Shawn, understood by Aurum, and deeply felt by Ivy. Only Gale was blissfully unaware.Aurum's home was especially lively today. The laughter and chatter never stopped. With Joshua, the cheerful one, brightening the atmosphere, and the presence of the obedient and sweet Nicole, time flew past quickly.Aurum and Ivy had also prepared gifts for the two children."Don't buy so many things next time. We have everything at home; there's no need to spend so much," Gale said. Ivy replied, "That's not possible. Today is my first time meeting the children, so I definitely have to give them gifts. Besides..." She looked at Aurum. "We are gifting them together.
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"Bye bye!" Joshua was very shy at this moment. After kissing Ivy, he ran away, slipped behind Gale, and hid behind her with half of his head peeking out.He knew it was wrong to steal a kiss but he could not help it.Moreover, he pecked her on her face."Joshua!" Gale quickly pinched his ears.She was both angry and humorous, and did not know what to say.After a while, she controlled herself not to laugh out loud, and said with a serious face, "This is not allowed, you know? Joshua, there are differences between men and women. Boys cannot kiss girls casually.""But I'm not a boy, I'm a child."Gale was speechless.She could not hold herself any longer and wanted to laugh. His logic was sound. A kiss from a child on the cheek was truly innocent. Though, it was not encouraged behavior.She wanted to change it. Some things must be taught and cultivated from an early age!"Shawn, you need to educate your son." Gale directly threw the problem to him.Ivy said, "It doesn't matter
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However, Shawn had always been impossible to understand. Ivy was also very skilled at disguising her true feelings. No matter, the main event was yet to come. People could act, but evidence could not lie.After getting into the car, Shawn glanced in the rearview mirror. From this angle, he could see Ivy clearly. She was looking in this direction, her eyes somewhat fixed, lost in thought.Shawn's keen sense of perception made him aware that Aurum could not have arranged this dinner just for the sake of it. There had to be another purpose. He hoped Ivy would be clever enough to protect herself, respond appropriately, and safeguard herself from Aurum as much as possible. Even if she had to abandon evidence, she must prioritize her safety.As the vehicle drove away, Aurum's home gradually returned to its quiet state. After the bustle, it felt empty again."I envy Gale even more now. Just seeing her marriage, I already thought she was incredibly lucky. Seeing her children, I feel like h
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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
