Joe shrugged and left.Shawn took the phone and opened the photo album.On the plane back to Sea City, he secretly took many pictures of Gale.There are pictures of her asleep, pictures of her looking confused when she just woke up, and pictures of her having a little sauce on the corner of her mouth when eating...He had never thought before that he would love someone so deeply.It was already noon when Gale woke up.Shawn was no longer around.She had no idea if it was because she went to the United States for a few days and needed to fight the jet lag or because she was too tired and became extremely lethargic these days."Ma'am, you are awake. Do you want breakfast now?" the housekeeper said. She nodded. "The company...""Mr. Wood approved your leave. He said to allow you to rest. Then go back to the company to work."Gale thought, finally a little freedom.She would feel useful and lively if she could go to the company, draw pictures, and design jewelry. Gale said,
"How can it be so fast, the probability of one in ten million...""I must be thinking wildly! Definitely!"However, when she was in Aneria, Dr. William's words echoed in her ears."Mrs. Wood can get pregnant easily.""Don't worry. You will have children.""Mr. Wood can conceive even if he is weak, and it should be easier now."Gale's body was shaking. After shaking, she leaned on the wall, feeling weak.She wanted to stop thinking about it, so she resolved to go to the obstetrics and gynecology department and have an examination soon!Pregnant women can be seen everywhere in obstetrics and gynecology.Those who are about to give birth with a big belly, those who are just pregnant and happy, and those who are accompanied by their husbands…Gale sat quietly in the corner by herself, looking a little withdrawn.She did not enter the examination room until the nurse called her name.The result came quickly.The doctor looked at her and said, "You're pregnant. It's less than a
"Thank you."Gale clutched the pregnancy test form tightly and walked out.Fate played a trick on her again.If she had bought the contraceptive pill and taken it without bumping into Susan that day, she would not have conceived the child.Although she vaguely guessed that under Shawn's careless touch, she would get pregnant sooner or later.She had a little bit of luck because she had just had a miscarriage, and her body was weak, so it was not so easy to conceive again.However, this day came so fast, and the child came so suddenly.She was pregnant twice, and both times she was pregnant with Shawn's child.However, this time, she knew exactly who the father of the child was, and she also knew how to protect the child.She would not let Shawn know that she was pregnant!Otherwise, she would never even think of escaping from his palm in this life!At this moment, Gale's thoughts are very clear. She wants to run and leave with the child and depend on each other for life!Th
"She always wears a ponytail, follows me around and will share with me what she likes. When I do my homework, she will always be by my side. We were like a match made in heaven. I had deep feelings for her."Gale said, "Your childhood sweetheart."Just like she and Sam."Yes. However, she disappeared on her fourth birthday, and I haven't found her so far. But I haven't given up on looking for her," Aurum said with a nod."Mr. Lefting, you mean that I remind you of her?""No, you are not like her. She is chubby, and you are too thin. But… your temperament is very similar to her mother when she was young," Aurum replied.Only then did Gale suddenly realize.She reminded Aurum of a girl he used to love. Unfortunately, the little girl has never been heard from again, and her whereabouts are unknown. She was Aurum's 'what if'.So, after many years, Aurum would think of that little girl when he saw her."It turns out that you always wanted to give me what you couldn't give to that l
Just as she was thinking, a shadow suddenly fell in front of her. When Gale raised her head, she met Shawn's eyes.He raised his hand and pulled off her mask. "The stitches are removed.""Yes.""It will be fine." "I don't care. It's like, you don't care about your hands," Gale said."If I care about my hands, will you care about your face?"Gale frowned and remained silent.Shawn's tone sank. "You saw Aurum again. Gale, you know I'll be angry if you do this."She was startled and stood up abruptly. "You sent someone to watch me?""It's for your protection.""But..."Gale's back felt cold. To what extent had this surveillance gone?When she went to the obstetrics and gynecology department for a checkup... did someone follow her secretly?She must not let Shawn know about her pregnancy again!"Just to protect you. Don't think too much," Shawn emphasized again.Looking at his expression, Gale slowly relaxed. It seems that he did not know. Otherwise, he would not be so calm
"See what will happen to the person who hurts you."Gale could not help but flinch.She had always known how ruthless Shawn's methods were, but seeing Susan's miserable state with her own eyes, frightened her.There was a faint smell of blood floating in the air, which made her feel like vomiting.However, Gale was afraid that Shawn would think too much, so she tried his best to endure the discomfort in her stomach."I don't want to watch. I want to go," Gale said.Shawn did not move."Gale… Gale...Just...just kill me, I...I don't want to live anymore..." Susan said hoarsely.Her hands were covered in blood, new wounds on top of old wounds, and even the skin on her little finger was barely there.It can be seen how hellish the torture Susan had.Suddenly, a mouse came out from nowhere, jumped on Susan's body, and started to bite the rotten flesh on her body.Gale took two steps back."Let me go. Shawn...I don't want to see this," Gale said."Don't you feel happy seeing her
"Yes, his name is Pearton. From now on, he will be responsible for your personal safety and will be on call 24 hours a day. If you have anything, you can find him," Shawn said."What? Personal bodyguard?""Yes. He usually hides in the dark. Call him when you need to, and he will appear."Gale immediately refused, "I don't need it. "She had a bad feeling.Shawn first took her to see Susan, witnessed the tragedy with his own eyes, and then arranged for Pearton for her…What was he trying to do? "I can't let you have any more accidents." Shawn's attitude was firm. "Pearton must stay.""Didn't you arrange someone already to follow me?""Pearton has undergone special training and is very skilled. His skills surpass ordinary people."Gale thought to herself, 'He must be very loyal and will never betray Shawn and would be monitoring her closely.'Just as she was thinking, Shawn said again, "From today on, Pearton will be your shadow every night. Wherever you are, he will be there
"The rest of the Wood family won't dare?""Don't dare."Gale asked, "Did you forget that Lucas sent me to Aneria?""I negotiated with him, and he won't touch you again."Her heart skipped a beat. "Because of me, you and your grandpa..."Break up? Cut off the relationship?"You don't have to worry about it. Just leave it to me." As soon as the words fell, the gate of Temperley Hall slowly opened, and a luxury car drove in.The people who got out of the car turned out to be Paula and Zach!Paula was full of smiles and beaming, and her back was straighter than usual.Her son was finally back, this was her biggest bargaining chip, and she could feel proud in the Wood family!Zach walked over carrying his things. "Shawn, Gale, last time we met at the airport in a hurry, today I came to visit."Paula said, "Yes, yes, we are a family, and we need to meet more frequently. "It was clear that the mother and son were up to something.'If you want to visit, you should come the next d
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
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
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
“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
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
"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
"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
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
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