"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
"You dare to threaten me. You might be able to take over in your next life," Shawn said contemptuously.He put his arm around Gale's waist, turned, and walked to the house. "See them off!""Yes, Mr. Wood."Shawn was too lazy to talk to them anymore.Gale was secretly surprised when she heard the conversation.Paula and her son's desire for the rights of the Wood family were too obvious, almost to the point of madness.If it were not for Shawn's abilities far surpassing them, he would not be able to suppress them at all!Gale felt more and more that Alex Wood's death must have something to do with Paula and Zach!In particular, Shawn told her about splitting half of the shares the day before the car accident!However, Gale could not say anything and could only observe.When she found a chance to meet Sam in private, she would see if he had any clues!At this moment, Paula rushed over suddenly. "Don't leave!"She came to Temperley Hall today, and she came prepared.Although
He did not expect such a wise and powerful elder brother to be a smitten lover and to burn bridges with Grandpa because of Gale!Zach thought this was his chance!Unexpectedly, it was his 'sister-in-law' who appeared that had given him a leg up.As long as Shawn insisted on not wanting to divorce, then he would be able to join the Wood Group!Shawn did not speak, and there was dead silence all around."Shawn, do you agree?" Zach could not hold back and asked.Shawn repeated slowly, "I understand what you mean.""That's good. I'm all for the Wood family too… ah!"Before he could finish speaking, Shawn kicked Zach's chest!Shawn raised his foot and kicked him, causing him to back up a few steps and fell to the ground."Zach!" Seeing this, Paula quickly went to help him. "Shawn, how could you do this!"Zach clutched his chest and coughed several times.Shawn stood proudly in front of him. "What qualifications and bargaining chips do you two have to negotiate with me?" What d
No wonder Paula and Zach dared to come to his home to look for him when their grandfather was bedridden and sick. They had already prepared for it!Alex's ashes had been kept in the ancestral hall behind the old house, and no one had touched it.Paula actually...Shawn was livid. "Presumptuous! You dare to move his ashes at will!""Isn't it because you are too unfilial! Shawn, do you dare to say that you won't divorce Gale in front of your father's ashes? Will you be with her forever?""Her father killed your father. You are sworn enemies. How can you be husband and wife?""Your father valued you the most before he was alive. Are you worthy of him?"Paula cried and complained, and Zach also said beside him, "Yes, if father knew, how sad he would be? His death was so easily dismissed. People forget..."Shawn's forehead was bulging with veins. He clenched his palms tightly, and his face darkened terribly.He never thought they would do this, and there was no way to break it!Of
"What a good wife."Gale looked at Zach again. "Be quiet, and you can spend your whole life idle as a rich kid."As long as he did not commit suicide, his life would be more comfortable than ninety-nine percent of the population.The bodyguard quickly stepped forward and dragged Paula and Zach away."Let go of me. I'm the second young master of the Wood family!""I can go by myself. How dare you do anything to me!"No matter how Zach yelled, the bodyguard dragged him away mercilessly.Gale frowned and stood where he was.Now she was more and more sure that the death of Alex was related to Paula and her son!Just now, they forgot to cover up the frightened expressions of their mother and child, as well as their guilty conscience, and it was clearly revealed their guilty conscience!Especially Zach, who did not dare to look at the black-and-white photo of Alex on the vase!Just as Gale was thinking, her waist suddenly tightened.With a delicate fragrance lingering at the tip
Anyway, the door was locked, and Shawn could not get in. He would have to use an electric drill to unlock it.The feeling of having a room to herself was relaxing.Gale slept till dawn.She turned over and smelled a familiar faint male fragrance.Why did her quilt pillow have this smell?Wait, this was clearly Shawn's smell!Gale was jolted awake and sat up suddenly from the bed.Looking at the surrounding environment, she was sure that she was in the master bedroom!What? She obviously slept in the guest room last night!"Shawn! Give me an explanation!" Gale gritted her teeth.The door of the cloakroom opened, and Shawn walked out while putting on his tie. "Huh?""Don't play dumb! How could I be here with you here?""This is your room too.""Don't beat around the bust and answer my question quickly!"Shawn's face remained unchanged. "I don't know why you came to the master bedroom."What did he mean?"You don't know? Did I come here by myself?"Unexpectedly, Shawn nod
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