They started to mock Gale coldly again.Gale did not bother with them. Instead, she frowned as she looked over at Joshua.He furrowed his little eyebrows a bit, but he still maintained his natural composure.At that moment, the screen showed all the audience votes.The votes were rapidly increasing.Joshua was firmly in the first place.Gale quickly calculated in her head. The judges' score took up seventy percent of the points, so being 0.1 points lower, how much would Joshua need in terms of votes to secure first place?She was quite anxious, so her mind did not work as well as it usually did.Before Gale could finish calculating, Nicole suddenly pointed at the screen and shouted, "Mommy, look!" She saw the number of votes behind Joshua's name rapidly increasing.Before a minute passed, Joshua's votes had already exceeded the votes the second place got by three times! He was firmly in the first place!The voting period was already counting down."Ten, nine, eight, seve
He already knew he would win the tournament anyway.It was something completely within his expectations.Gale let out a slight smile at his son's cool expression. However, she felt a pang in her heart.He was so much like Shawn.The two of them were so alike. They were never surprised by anything. No matter what, they were always calm. It was as if nothing could shake their hearts.Why are you acting so cool for?! Brat, you can cheer and shout. You're the champion! That was what went through Gale's mind."Alright, everyone, let's listen to what Joshua has to say as the champion."Taking the mic, Joshua said coolly, "Thank you, everyone. Thank you for all those big brothers, big sisters, aunties, uncles, grandpas and grandmas who voted for me."The host said, "You can tell us how you feel about becoming the champion.""Oh, I have nothing to say. I already knew I would win anyway," Joshua answered.Those words were so arrogant.They were even more arrogant than how Gale had
Gods!Joe was shocked yet again!Gale had a set of twins back then!Aurum had hidden it so well, only telling Joe that Nicole had leukemia but not saying anything about Joshua. Joe never expected it at all.After all, just the existence of Nicole alone was shocking enough.No wonder he kept on feeling like Joshua really looked like Shawn. He had thought that he was overthinking things. It turned out that his thoughts were absolutely correct!Furthermore, Joshua Warm. His surname was Warm!That was Gale's name too!Joe was completely shocked at that moment.His face constantly twitched. If it were any other moment, Shawn would have noticed it.However, at that moment, Shawn was also deep in shock.Fate really was hard to explain."Molly, so she's Joshua's mother!" Shawn stared at the screen. "This time, Molly won't be able to escape!"No wonder Joshua suddenly appeared in the room when he and Arthur were in the room.Molly had brought him there!Shawn thought about it
The moment Gale left, the camera panned over!If she had just been two seconds late, she would not have been able to escape!It was incredibly lucky!Gale patted her chest, still a bit worried. "I forgot to tell Joshua not to mention my name when he gets his prize…"Thankfully, he said she was Molly and not Gale!Otherwise, she would not be able to do anything! There would be no saving the situation!"Mommy, why are we standing here?" Nicole asked."Because… Because… Once Joshua gets his prize, he'll leave here. We're just waiting for him."Nicole nodded. "We can go home with him!"After that, Nicole corrected herself, "No, go back to the hospital!"Gale patted her head. "We'll eat a good meal with Mrs. Zoe to celebrate Joshua winning!""Okay!"The finals were over, but Gale had forgotten about one thing.After the tournament, the first two places need to be interviewed by the media! The interview lasted an hour!She called the director, "Hello, I am Joshua's mother."
They were too close!Gale immediately looked away and turned around to face her back toward him. She knelt down and put Nicole in front of her!"Mommy?" Nicole looked at Gale with a questioning gaze. "Oh, I saw someone I really hate. I don't want him to notice me, Nicole, shield me, okay?" Gale said.Nicole heard it and looked over. "Who is it?""Don't move. Don't look over." Gale's heart was beating rapidly. "Just wait for him to leave!"Last time, she had almost met Shawn. There was only one door away.This time, there was nothing between them!If Shawn had just looked over, he would immediately see her!Then, it would depend on whether he recognized her!If he did, then Gale wondered what she would do.Would she run?Would she be able to escape?If she ran, would that not show that she was guilty?Then, Shawn would definitely run after her.If she did not run, then what would Shawn do if he saw her? Was she supposed to wait for him to get her?Gale had countless tho
In front of the little girl, a woman was kneeling down. He would be able to see the corner of her shirt.However, with how familiar Shawn was with Gale, he would definitely have noticed something.Unfortunately, he was only looking forward.Gale was completely stiff, and she did not move at all.She only dared to look up when she stopped hearing any footsteps.Only a few idle guards were chatting outside the entrance. Shawn and Joe were gone.Gale was sweating.It was so close…"Come!" She hurriedly got up and held Nicole's hand, hailing a taxi. "Sir, bring us to the hospital.""Alright!" Gale only breathed a sigh of relief when the taxi left the street.Why was Shawn there again?What was he doing there?Even if he noticed the tournament and heard Joshua saying that Joshua's mother was Molly, surely he would not be able to make it here so quickly! It was at least two hours away by flight from Sea City!So, there was only one possibility: Shawn was already there in t
A silver-haired man appeared in front of everyone.He had a high-end, custom-made suit on. His expression was cold, and he looked like a beautiful sculpture.He was an absolutely beautiful specimen of a man!Shawn pursed his lips as he looked at Joshua in the middle of the interview area.Their eyes met."We meet again, brat," he said. Joshua looked at him and blinked, rubbing his eyes.Why was that old man here?!The journalists seemed to have found some important clue, and all of them ran toward Shawn."Who are you to Joshua?""Did you play any part in him winning the tournament?""Why did you only appear now? What relationship do you have with Joshua?"Suddenly, there were a lot of people in front of Shawn.The guards hurriedly ran over to maintain order. "Stand back, stand back. Don't crowd."Shawn walked past the crowd and headed right for Joshua.Joshua said, "Why are you here?""I came to find you.""Me?" Joshua pointed at himself. "Did you see me on the TV?"
Joe stared at him with his arms folded. "Hey! What did you call me?""Brother!"Joe was so happy that he could not close his mouth, smiling from ear to ear.Someone actually called him brother!He was still young!Joe was very proud and pointed at Shawn. "So, what do you call him?"Joshua said, "Uncle. If he becomes my father, I will change his title.""Why did you call me Brother but him Uncle?"Joshua blinked and answered, "Because his hair is gray. Our hair is black, and you are young, so you are an elder brother to me!"Joe laughed, leaning forward and backward.As expected of Shawn's spawn, the kid was really clever and interesting!Shawn glanced at him coldly. "Is it funny?"Joe said, "Of course. Shawn, you can dye your hair black when you have time.""Mind your own business."Shawn stared at Joshua again. "I won't be your father, but I must meet your mother.""Why not. At least think about it!""No."Joshua shook his head and sighed again and again. "Oh, I'm so
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