"Why do you insist on keeping Gale!""Because I love her."Wendy laughed mockingly. "You? Hahahaha! Would you love someone like a cruel devil? My daughter will not fall into your hands! Shawn, I will visit your home tomorrow. I will only leave when you go through the divorce procedures!""If you still don't agree, then even if I die, I will die in the living room of your house and turn into a ghost, haunting your life day and night!"Wendy, being too agitated, coughed up a puddle of blood again.Sprinkles of bright red on the sheets.When Wendy saw it, she panicked and hurriedly wiped it with her hands and sleeves. "Clean it up quickly, and don't let Gale see it, or she will feel distressed... Oh, what's going on? The more you wipe, the more..."She was like a child with gray hair, so anxious that she shed tears.Shawn squatted down and said, "Mother-in-law.""Don't call me that!" Wendy corrected him, "Shawn, you are no less hateful than those two murderers who killed your fat
Wendy wanted to clench tightly, but she really had no strength left. She wanted to close her fingers but finally spread them out again and fell powerlessly on the hospital bed.The jade pendant fell again."Gale, my daughter..." She looked at the ceiling, and her eyes were a little distracted.Seeing that something was wrong, Shawn immediately rang the call bell.Wendy stopped him. "Wait, I don't have much time... It's useless if the doctor comes... It's useless. Even God himself can't save me..." She knew clearly that she could not hold on anymore.The body had reached the most dilapidated point.Shawn replied nervously and dignifiedly, "You have to trust the doctor and go to the operating room for the emergency treatment..."Wendy said, "No, no… Before I died, I asked you, do you want a divorce?"He did not answer.At this time, he could no longer provoke Wendy!However, his silence was the best answer!Wendy understood!Wendy asked, "You really don't want to divorce...
"I only love Gale in this life, I will always treat her well, and I will never change my heart!"She continued, "If there is any violation, then I will be struck by lightning, I will die badly, I will have no descendants for life, and the Wood family will go bankrupt. I will go to the eighteenth floor of hell, and I will never be able to recover!"The door blew shut.The wind was blowing loudly outside.The wind sounded like a shrill roar.It seemed a little eerie, like the Gods were watching them."Say it!" Wendy stared at him. "You don't dare to say it because you have a thorn in your heart, and you don't love her at all!"Shawn slowly opened his lips and said, "If I, Shawn, violated it, then I will be struck by lightning, I will die badly, I will have no descendants for life, and the Wood family will go bankrupt. I will go to the eighteenth floor of hell, and I will never be able to recover! I will forever remain a lonely ghost!"Based on the poisonous oath made by Wendy, he
Gale stood on the outermost side in a daze. The doctor's voice kept echoing in her ears, watching a group of people in white coats surrounding her mother... It was not the first time she had seen this.However, she felt... this time, there would be no more miracles.Three minutes later.The doctor withdrew his hand.The instrument made a beep sound, and the screen became a straight line.No heartbeat.The ward was surprisingly quiet, so quiet that everyone could hear their own heart beating."I tried my best." The leading doctor withdrew his hand and took a step back.Then, he bent over and bowed.The other medical staff also bowed to Wendy's body.Silence.Looking at this scene, Gale could not accept this fact at all!She frantically pushed aside the nurse and rushed forward. "No, it's impossible… Go on, save her! Don't stand around. Hurry up!"Gale grabbed the instrument. "Quick, restore my mother's heartbeat! Try again, maybe her heartbeat will be restored!""I beg you
On second thoughts, it was indeed his fault that the Warm family became what they are today.So he... had nothing to say.Gale stood up unsteadily and walked in front of him. "Shawn, why are you treating me like this! From now on, I don't have a mother. Are you happy? Are you satisfied!?""Gale...""I hate you! Shawn, I wish you could die right now! Die! How far are you going to harm our family? First, my mother, then my father, and finally… finally, me!" she said through gritted teeth."You have to let our Warm family die one by one at your hands until you're satisfied!"Shawn pursed his lips tightly, feeling like a knife was piercing his heart.Wendy passed away at this juncture, and he understood that the distance between him and Gale had grown farther and farther.She hated him even more!"Mrs. Wood...Your mother died because of organ failure and could no longer sustain it. This...has nothing to do with Mr. Wood," the attending physician said aloud.Gale bit her lower lip
"Gale, when I came, Sam had already left."Gale asked, "Then why did my mother point at you before she died!"Shawn did not know either.He had been following Wendy's wishes, except for agreeing to divorce.He swore the oath, and he did not regret it.It was because he meant what he said, and he would never violate it. He used his life to guard this oath, and he would be good to Gale for the rest of his life!"I don't know. Maybe, she still has something important to tell me," Shawn replied truthfully.Gale looked up at him and said, "What did my mother tell you at the last moment of her life?" What did you talk about!"Shawn raised his hand and pinched her shoulder. "Gale, she asked me to take good care of you, and she handed you over to me."Gale sneered, raised her hand, and slapped him in the face again!The crisp slap sound resounded through the ward!The sound of gasping for cold air kept ringing!Gale actually slapped Shawn across the face!This was something no one
In the past, Gale never gave up on his mother during such difficult times, firmly believed that her mother would wake up, and believed in miracles.Unexpectedly, when everything was slowly improving, her mother left her forever.Shawn's eyes kept falling on her. "Gale, don't you want to know what that oath is?""It's not important. I'm not even interested in knowing anything about you," Gale replied."I know that your mother passed away, and you are very sad, but...""Enough." She interrupted him, her face ashen and sad. "Shawn, I beg you, let me go, let my family go too...""Gale, do you always think I was the one who pissed off my mother-in-law?""Yes." Gale replied unequivocally, without hesitation, "She is weak, to begin with, even if you didn't say anything to anger her. Why did you appear in front of her and bring back bad memories of her past! You know very well that the Warm family doesn't welcome anyone with your family name!"Shawn had a deep understanding of what it
Peter felt that it no longer mattered whether he lived or not, but he only hoped that Gale could live a new life as soon as possible!Meanwhile, Shawn stood upright, staring at the doctor. "How is she? Is there something wrong?"The moment she fell, his heart almost stopped beating!She cannot have an accident!"So far... nothing unusual has been found. I think she fell conscious because of her change of emotion. Just sleep and avoid excessive mood swings." The doctor examined carefully. "How long will she sleep for?""About three hours. I'll prescribe some glucose."Shawn sat down beside the hospital bed, tightly holding Gale's hand.She was getting further and further away from him.He could only be so close to her and hold her when she was asleep.Shawn could even imagine how ruthless and hateful Gale was when she opened her eyes and looked at him!"I didn't kill her, nor did I anger her. I also swore the oath she made me swear, but she..." Shawn's Adam apple rolled. "
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