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Since both Anthony and Kevan were reserved and Larissa was too shy to start any conversation, only Violet spoke during the meal. "Did Kevan tell you that we're going to Uncle Bernard's house later?" she said. "Yes," Larissa replied. "If you're not feeling well, you should rest at home. Kevan will stay back to take care of you. His father and I can go alone," Violet suggested.Being alone with Kevan now seemed like a terrifying idea to Larissa. Although she wasn't fond of going to Bernard's house either, she insisted on going along, "I'm fine, don't worry." Bernard's house was located in a nearby residential area. It took only a little over ten minutes to drive there.The three families were gathered once again.As most of the topics of conversation were exhausted, the ladies decided to play a round of poker to pass the time. "We're missing one person! Will Lari or Ruby join us?" Nancy spoke up. "Lari, why don't you play with them?" Ruby willingly gave up her seat. "I hav
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"There's no need." Larissa declined Edmund's offer with a reasonable excuse. "It's just a game to pass the time. Regardless of whether I'm good or bad at poker, as the youngest, I should be the one to lose."Her words immediately gained unanimous praise from Maria and Nancy. "What a sensible child!" "Young people nowadays should have such awareness!" Frankly, Violet didn't care whether Larissa lost money or not. Her insistence on having Kevan come upstairs was to prevent him from spending time with Ruby, but she was a step too late. Violet felt a throbbing headache coming on. Even though Kevan assured her that nothing was going on between him and Ruby, she was still worried that problems would arise. More importantly, she was afraid that Larissa would overthink.Meanwhile … "Thanks for agreeing to come out with me," Ruby said to Kevan."It's nothing," Kevan replied with a faint smile as he drove. Silently, Ruby stared at his side profile for a long time. Suddenly, she
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Ruby squeezed out a bitter smile. "Earlier, haven't you blocked my phone number and deleted my social media accounts? Besides, you've been avoiding me." Kevan tightened his grip on her shoulder and said in an apologetic tone, "I'm sorry. I didn't expect things would turn out like this!" "You don't have to blame yourself. It was my own choice, so I should bear the consequences," Ruby said graciously.Kevan continued, "What do you plan to do?" "What else can I do?" Ruby's eyes were filled with sadness. "I have to pretend as if everything is alright and continue living with Cody." "You can file for divorce," Kevan suggested."Divorce?" Ruby laughed mockingly. "Don't you know how powerful the Rogers family is? If I ruin your family's reputation by divorcing Cody, they will find other ways to destroy me!" "I will help you," Kevan promised."After I get divorced, what then?" Ruby asked, "As a divorced woman, who would dare to marry me?"As she spoke, her eyes stared directly at
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Although Larissa said she would help out in the kitchen, she had actually lied. In fact, she was in the living room, playing on her phone to pass the time."Who knows what those two are doing in the kitchen," she thought to herself. If she barged in without any warning, she might see them doing something unpleasant. Larissa was afraid that it would ruin her appetite for dinner. The afternoon passed quickly, and evening fell. When all the dishes were ready, Ruby went upstairs to call everyone down for dinner. As she passed by the living room, she was surprised to see Larissa sitting alone on the couch."Larissa?" She stopped in her tracks. "Aren't you playing poker with Aunt Nancy and the others?""I asked Edmund to take my place," Larissa said, "I'm not good at poker and lost too much money." "I see." Ruby didn't suspect anything.Everyone took their seats at the dinner table. It was evident from Violet's expression that she was in a bad mood. Even Anthony, who was
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Three days later, Anthony and Violet had to make a trip to Violet's parents' home. Before leaving early in the morning, Violet knocked on Kevan's bedroom door and reminded him yet again, "Don't forget, today you have to go back to your own home!"It was afternoon when Kevan finally changed his clothes and called Larissa to leave with him. She attempted to negotiate with him. "Why don't you go back to your own home, and I'll continue staying at the hotel? Is that okay with you?" "No, you can't," Kevan refused without hesitation, "You've already been transferred to Bartham, so it doesn't count as a business trip anymore. The hotel won't provide you with free accommodation. If you don't want to stay with me, you can rent a house yourself. However, let me kindly remind you that there aren't any rooms for rent, only whole units at the apartment complexes near the Regal Dynasty Hotel. The rental prices start from ten thousand dollars a month at a minimum. You should consider it carefu
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Kevan's dark eyes suddenly lit up. He had a discreet smile at the corners of his lips. "Do you want to know?" he asked. "Of course," Larissa replied. Otherwise, she wouldn't have come to find him."Why?" Kevan stared at her intently, his eyes shining with anticipation. Larissa couldn't help but think that his reaction seemed unusual. "I need to know about your relationship with her so that I know how to act around her in the future," Larissa confessed, "If you genuinely like her, I advise you to divorce me and pursue her openly. I can tell that she has some interest in you too."Larissa's advice was sincerely for Kevan's own good, but instead of feeling touched, Kevan's expression darkened inexplicably. The brilliance in his eyes gradually faded. "Thank you for your suggestion. I will consider it carefully," Kevan said with a forced smile, putting his headset back on, "I have other matters to attend to. If you don't have any other questions …""You haven't answered me yet
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Larissa followed the incident on the news sporadically, but she didn't pay much attention to it. Apart from cursing the Cole family for their much-deserved fate, she moved on with her daily life. However, she never expected that Jay would come for her one day. That day, Larissa went downstairs to patrol the hotel rooms as usual. Suddenly, a door to a hotel room behind her opened. Larissa turned around instinctively, but before she could take a good look, a hand reached out from behind her. A damp cloth that emitted a pungent smell was clamped over her mouth and nose. Larissa struggled to get away, but she quickly passed out. When she regained consciousness, she was on the hotel rooftop. Her hands and feet were bound with coarse ropes, and a piece of cloth was stuffed into her mouth.Jay stood in front of her.Although he was still well-dressed, he appeared much more haggard than the last time they had met. His eye bags drooped over his sallow cheeks, showing how m
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"Are you satisfied now that you've ruined our lives?" he shouted angrily, his bloodshot eyes red with fury. Remaining silent, Larissa kept her head down. She tried to avoid eye contact with Jay so as to not trigger his anger any further. Even so, Jay was unwilling to let her off the hook. He kicked her repeatedly, leaving bruises and marks on her limbs, abdomen, and face. "You bitch, why aren't you saying anything? What happened to your sharp tongue and quick wit? Can't say a word now, can you?" Jay's assault became more violent as the expression on his face appeared increasingly deranged. Larissa could taste the metallic taste of blood in her mouth. Her body was screaming with pain, aching at the repeated blows that she endured. At that moment, the only thought in her mind was for Kevan to come and save her as soon as possible. She waited and waited, desperately hoping for Kevan's arrival.Finally, the door to the rooftop opened. However, it wasn't Kevan who appeare
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Wendy said, "You have to walk faster than this, Larissa! It's almost time! Your husband can't wait!""Alright!" Larissa quickly gathered up her skirts and followed her.The sun was out.Its golden rays shone softly on the red carpet through the rose petals.Larissa suppressed her desire to stay here for a little while longer and quickly walked toward the end.It was the door to the glass hall.Gary held Aster's hand and his cane in the other, waiting for her at the entrance.When he saw her, Aster immediately let go of Gary's hand and rushed toward her. "You're so pretty today, Mommy!"Larissa patted his head and smiled gently. "Thank you."Aster was her flower boy. Like Gary, he was wearing a tuxedo with a little bowtie.He was holding a basket that was proportionate to his body. In it were rose petals of various colors and shapes.The music suddenly began playing.Gary walked up to her and extended his arm toward her. "Let's go."He looked at her with a smile, his eyes g
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Gary and Lewis left Bartham after two days.Blue Star did not give them time off. They couldn't stay for long.Larissa's holidays were coming to an end as well. Half of the time, she was in the Rogers' villa.Because of the pandemic, most of the shops weren't open yet. She slept and ate at home most of the time and accompanied her family. It was quite nice.After the holidays, Kevan and Larissa went back to work.Aster was sent to the kindergarten that he'd been to before. Violet was the one who drove him to and fro.In fact, in order to better take care of him, the parents moved out of Rogers' villa and bought a house in Kevan and Larissa's neighborhood.The days passed in the blink of an eye.Blue Star's company in Bartham was quickly built. Lewis sent over a few loyal and trained employees to hold the fort with Larissa and hired people according to the company's needs. The company was soon on the right track, and the headquarters' work was moved over.Larissa grew busier an
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Violet had set aside Larissa's breakfast for her.Larissa ate with reddened cheeks. Kevan and Aster, who had been waiting for her, got up at the same time. Violet brought out a boxful of pie from the kitchen."Don't forget this." She put the box in Kevan's hands."Alright. Thanks, Mom." Kevan looked at Larissa and asked, "Can we go now?"Larissa wanted to ignore him, but in front of Violet, she couldn't express her emotions right now."Yes," she replied, pulling Aster toward her. She said goodbye to Violet and strode out the door.Kevan smiled in slight annoyance and followed suit.…Kevan had told Aster beforehand that they were going to see Great-Grandpa. Thus, all of Aster's questions on the way there revolved around him."Why is great-grandpa called 'Great-Grandpa'?""Is he Grandpa's dad?""Is Great-Grandpa fierce?""If he's dead, how is he going to eat the pie?"…Kevan patiently answered all of his questions.Meanwhile, Larissa looked out the window silently.Keva
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Since Larissa had gone downstairs alone, it was natural to expect a few questions."Where's Kevan? Why isn't he coming down with you?""Where's Daddy? He said he would launch fireworks with me."Larissa walked over calmly and made up an excuse. "He's tired, so he showered and slept."The older people did not doubt her. Only Lewis stared at her thoughtfully."Oh … Why did Daddy sleep so early?" Aster pouted in disappointment."You can get him to launch fireworks with you tomorrow. It'll be the same." Larissa patted his head, keeping a calm expression on her face.Anthony and Violet gave the gifts they'd prepared to Larissa and Aster.Violet looked at them, tears falling down her cheeks."I have no regrets now," she said."Thank you, Mom." Larissa gave her a big hug.Violet was stunned, and she cried harder."Good girl." She hugged Larissa back, smiling widely.After Anthony and Violet, Gary and Lewis gave them their gifts. However, they were calm. Aster was so happy that he
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"Happy Reunion Day!"For some reason, Larissa's eyes became a little moist. Her voice even sounded a bit choked up."What's wrong?" Kevan nervously held her face, urging her to meet his gaze. "Didn't you like the fireworks just now?"She shook her head. "No, I really liked them!""Then, why are you crying?" Kevan couldn't stand seeing her cry; it tugged at his heart."I'm just very moved."She buried her face in his chest, speaking emotionally, "Welcoming the big family reunion dinner with the person you love is wonderful."The corners of Kevan's mouth gradually curved up as he heard what she said.The hand around her waist tightened inch by inch."I love you too, Lari."He lowered his head and planted a kiss on the top of her head.She hurriedly pushed him away as she sensed his body's response. But she couldn't move him much."They're still waiting for us downstairs!" she reminded him.Lewis knew she was awake, and the fireworks were already over. If they stayed he
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It was a rare occasion to have the entire extended family gathered together like this for the big family reunion dinner. In the evening, everyone was in high spirits, having enjoyed a bit of alcohol. Violet took advantage of the festive atmosphere and insisted that Gary and Lewis stay.Since Larissa woke up early after a day without proper rest, she was already feeling quite sleepy even though the reunion dinner TV celebration had just begun.Violet was understanding and told her to go to bed.Larissa tried to muster her energy to stay up."No, I'll at least wait until after midnight."She wasn't someone who adhered to rituals or traditions.In previous years, she wouldn't have stayed up late specifically to welcome the big family reunion dinner day.But this year was different.She had the companionship of her family.She was no longer a drifting, rootless plant in a foreign land.Kevan furrowed his brows slightly and gave her a gentle push."You should get some sleep.
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Larissa recalled that there was indeed such an incident.However, Kevan's excuse to her was that he needed to go to Westonia to handle matters concerning Edmund."Kevan knows how the customs work better than you! You're not even married. Yet, you're already taking his side!"Gary scoffed.His displeasure was quite obvious.Larissa chuckled awkwardly, then decided to come clean and reveal the whole truth. "Well, the truth is, Kevan and I never actually got divorced. I married him over six years ago."Gary hadn't heard this from Kevan.So, his emotions seemed conflicted upon first hearing that. He clutched his chest. It was as if he were experiencing some discomfort.Larissa and Lewis quickly approached him, asking with concern, "What's wrong? Are you okay?"In a sudden change of demeanor, Gary used his other hand to playfully tap Larissa's forehead.His expression instantly returned to normal. However, the tap was quite forceful, causing Larissa to wince in pain."If yo
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Larissa had to pick up Gary and Lewis early tomorrow morning. So, after having dinner, she returned to her room to freshen up and get ready for bed. As she lay down on the bed, she found herself tossing and turning, unable to fall asleep no matter what she did.Kevan had just managed to put Aster to sleep before coming into the room. He noticed that the lights were still on.He furrowed his brow and asked, "Why haven't you fallen asleep yet?"Larissa lifted the blanket and sat up abruptly. "I'm feeling very anxious right now," she admitted.Her hair was in disarray.There was a troubled expression on her face."Anxious about what?" Kevan inquired."Well, my dad is coming over tomorrow. What if he doesn't get along with your parents?" The mere thought of that possibility gave her a headache."Uncle Gary is a reasonable person. He won't easily give anyone a hard time," Kevan defended Gary.His words brought a smile to Larissa's face. "Are you saying he hasn't been gi
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"Alright, then. We shall head out." Larissa gathered her belongings and pulled Kevan toward the exit."I'll come pick you up tomorrow morning. It's almost the big family reunion dinner day. "So, it's hard to find a cab on the road. You might even find yourself waiting for half a day without coming across an empty cab."Gary didn't refuse. Instead, he requested, "Then, you come alone tomorrow."Her steps hesitated a moment, and she sighed inwardly. Gary really hadn't changed."Alright," she agreed.…As soon as they closed the door, Larissa began complaining to Kevan, "I thought my dad had really come around! Turns out, he still has reservations about you!"Kevan tightened his grip on her hand and smiled."Take it slow; there has to be a gradual process."He didn't expect Gary to change his attitude overnight. But as long as things were moving in a positive direction, he was content.She shrugged upon hearing that."Well, it's not me who's being wronged here; it's y
