Margret was overcome with anxiety. She attempted to explain, her expression one of frustration, "Junior, don't you understand? I'm your mother; she's trying to deceive you."But Charlie Jr. had had enough. He bellowed with anger, his disappointment visibly etched on his face. Never before had he encountered such a brazen woman. She showed no remorse for her lies and was still trying to deceive him.Margret's face drained of colour. She struggled to say something, but Charlie Jr. cut her off, "Mom, let's go."Chloe smiled innocently and nodded, and Margret watched helplessly as they left the room. She stood there motionless, unable to believe what had just happened. Her own son had been taken away from her right under her nose. She shook her head in disbelief, tears streaming down her face.As Charlie Sr. entered the ward with the DNA test results, he was taken aback to find Margret weeping. Rushing to her side, he asked with concern, "Margret, why are you crying?"Margret, unable to c
Charlie Sr. was seething with anger. He had never expected Chloe to behave so unreasonably, calling his son Caleb instead of Charlie Jr. In his eyes, Chloe had lost her mind."You need to put an end to this madness right now," he spat out coldly, his face contorted with rage and a vein bulging on his forehead.Chloe retorted playfully, "Or what?"Charlie Sr. sneered, "Or else you won't be welcome in Houston anymore."Chloe laughed loudly, causing Charlie Sr.'s face to darken further. "Charlie, if I have to leave Houston, I'll take Caleb with me. Think about that," she said with a wide smile.Enraged, Charlie Sr. lunged forward and grabbed Chloe by the neck."Dad, what are you doing?" Charlie Jr. emerged from his room, completely taken aback by the sight before him.Charlie Jr. quickly moved towards Chloe and pulled her back, sensing her distress. Overcome with emotion, Chloe began to sob uncontrollably, tears and snot streaming down her face. Charlie Jr. felt his heart ache as he witn
Charlie Jr. felt an uneasy sensation that persisted even as he strolled hand in hand with Stella through the streets. They found a bench to sit on, basking in the glow of the streetlights.Suddenly, Charlie Jr. turned to Stella and uttered something unexpected, "My mother wants me to marry you."Stella's eyes widened with excitement, but she held back and asked cautiously, "How about you? Do you want to marry me?"Charlie Jr. beamed, "Absolutely!" But his expression soon soured, and he furrowed his brow in worry, "But I need to find a job."Ever since his release from the hospital, Charlie Jr. sensed that their living conditions were less than ideal. Chloe wasn't employed, and she was struggling to provide for them. Charlie Jr. didn't want to be a burden.Stella reassured him, "Don't worry, I'll wait for you." She leaned in and planted a gentle kiss on his cheek.After chatting for a while, as the day started to turn into night, they both got up and headed back home."About the DNA t
Charlie Sr. grew increasingly concerned upon hearing Margret's response. He didn't comprehend Chloe's intentions and felt powerless to intervene and prevent any potential harm."Charlie, is something wrong?" Margret inquired, sensing his distress.Charlie Sr. proceeded to detail Chloe and Charlie Jr.'s visit, including the matter of their proposed marriage."Charlie, could you look into this further? Chloe can't have transformed into a completely different person overnight. I'm also eager to meet the girl and learn more," Margret urged him from the other end."Okay," Charlie Sr. agreed before ending the call.*****Charlie Jr. entered his office with his assistant, Salvation, and Chloe followed closely behind. "Good morning, President Charlie Jr.," greeted Salvation with a smile. "As the president of White Group, you receive a salary, and we've attached a convoy for your safety and convenience."Chloe's expression turned sour as she interjected, "Please address him as President Caleb
Stella was taken aback when Charlie Jr. landed a job just a day after going job hunting. They were dining at an upscale restaurant in the city center when he mentioned it. "You must be surprised that I got a job so easily," Charlie Jr. observed as he noticed the look on Stella's face."Indeed, I am," Stella responded, beaming. "In this tough job market, finding a good job with substantial benefits is no small feat."Charlie Jr. proceeded to recount his day to her, including their visit to White Group and his surprising appointment as the company's president, a position he held before his coma and had now resumed.Stella's face lit up with joy, and she congratulated him with a smile. "Congratulations, Charlie Jr."Chuckling, Charlie Jr. teased her about her expression, saying, "Haha! Look at your eyes."Hand in hand, they strolled down the streets after an enjoyable conversation at the restaurant.As Charlie Jr. gazed at Stella, his heart swelled with the certainty that she was the on
Stella appeared distressed as she furrowed her eyebrows, and Margret's face transformed with anxiety upon realizing she had misspoken. "I'm sorry if my question made you uncomfortable. I simply wanted to learn about your childhood and how you met my son. I hope I'm not asking too much," Margret said with a smile, attempting to alleviate the tension.Stella's eyes lit up as she reminisced about the time Caleb first approached her while she was sitting beneath a tree. It was a memory that she held dear and would never forget. Margret clicked her tongue and asked, "Did you happen to attend Garden High School?"Stella's expression twitched at the question. Her mother had not had the means to pay for her schooling, let alone for an elite institution such as Garden High School. Her medical studies had been sponsored by Doctor Kira.As Stella spoke, she informed Mrs. Charlie, "Just so you know, my mother wasn't wealthy, and I attended a public school." Margaret paused, her brow furrowed as
Charlie Jr. was taken aback when he looked at the photograph. His siblings were identical to him, except for the one on his mother's right side. It was difficult for him to accept that he wasn't the one on the left side.He muttered, "No," revealing his unsightly expression. Margret noticed his reaction and became concerned. She asked him what was wrong, but Charlie Jr. hesitated to tell her the truth.He knew that if he revealed the truth about Stella and Caleb, his mother would try to dissuade him from getting married. So, he shook his head and said, "Nothing, Mom."Margret noticed his furrowed eyebrows and sensed that something was amiss. Charlie Jr. took a deep breath and excused himself, saying that he would be back later.Margret felt a wave of panic as Charlie Jr. turned on his heel and strode purposefully towards the exit. She knew where he was headed and it filled her with dread."Junior, please stop!" she called out, but it was too late. Charlie Jr. had already left the hous
Charlie Jr. pleaded with his mother, Margaret, and her expression changed dramatically as she hesitated to reply. Eventually, giving in to his emotional pleas, she sighed and reluctantly agreed, "Alright."Charlie Jr. wrapped his arms around Margaret in a tight embrace, overjoyed with her decision. "Thank you so much, Mom," he exclaimed gratefully.Margaret hugged her son back before leaving his office, feeling uneasy and sighing heavily until she reached her car. After contemplating for a while, she instructed her driver to take her to the hospital.Upon arrival, Margaret discovered that Stella had taken the day off. Undeterred, she inquired about Stella's address and drove to her home to find her.Stella was on her way to buy sugar when she spotted Margret. Margret approached her and asked if they could talk. Stella hesitated but eventually agreed. They sat down on a bench under a tree, and Margret got straight to the point. "Stella, I need to ask you a favor."Stella was curious an
"Stop him!" Chloe commanded her men.Despite his valiant efforts in exchanging blows, Charlie Jr. was unable to force his way through and was kicked back. As Chloe's men continued to charge forward in overwhelming numbers, Charlie Jr. fought his way out of the room, growing increasingly fatigued.However, when Chloe's men grabbed hold of him, Charlie Jr. desperately struggled to break free, his chest rising and falling with exertion. Despite his fierce resistance, the grip on him proved too strong to overcome.Chloe looked at him condescendingly as she sneered, "Junior, amongst your brothers, you are the most foolish; who are you to make me work for you?""Boss, the helicopter has taken off," one of Chloe's underlinings informed her.A huge smile appeared on Chloe's face, and she said with a tone and gesture of generosity, "You may let him since he wants to watch his lover explode."As soon as Charlie Jr. was released, he appeared to lose his mind. He repeatedly muttered Stella's name
Stella's lips twitched at the sight of Celestine's dismissive attitude. She hadn't expected him to treat her like a nuisance. "That's hardly a welcome," she retorted, rolling her eyes.Realizing his mistake, Celestine tried to make amends. "I'm sorry," he said in a calmer tone. "Please, take a seat."Stella nodded and sat down, but Celestine remained silent, unsure of what to say to her.After five minutes of awkward silence, Stella grew impatient. "Are you going to say anything?" she asked.Celestine shook his head. "I don't know what to say," he admitted.Stella's frustration boiled over. "How can you be silent now?" she exclaimed. "You promised to be with me forever. You promised to marry me. And what about our vows in the field that day? Were they all meaningless to you?"As she spoke, tears streamed down her face, and her anger turned to hurt.As soon as Celestine remembered who Stella was, his expression changed dramatically. He hung his head low and apologized, "I am sorry."St
Stella's mom initially thought that Charlie Jr. and Caleb wanting to marry her daughter would be good news. However, her joy turned into despair when she realized that Stella was caught in the middle of three brothers."Follow your heart, Stella," her mother said, shaking her head. "I cannot make any definitive statements about this matter because your partner is someone you will be spending the rest of your life with."Stella furrowed her eyebrows as she contemplated her options, deep in thought.****Charlie Jr. drove aimlessly around the city, his mind in turmoil after leaving the bar. Eventually, he found himself at the field where Stella had taken him before. As he sat alone, he gazed up at the moon, his heart heavy with longing for her."I wish you were here with me, Stella," he murmured, his voice soft. "I know you want me to move on, but I can't. I just can't."After a while, he stood up and made his way back to his car, his thoughts still consumed by his feelings for Stella.
Stella was torn. She knew that if she didn't act, the situation would only get worse, and she couldn't bear the thought of things spiralling out of control. Summoning up her courage, she took a deep breath and spoke firmly."Charlie Jr., I have to be honest with you. I'm in love with someone else, and I don't think I'm the right person for you," she said, her tone serious.Charlie Jr. shook his head and replied, "It doesn't matter who he is. I love you, and I won't stop loving you. My feelings for you won't change."With that, he got up and walked away, leaving Stella to watch his departing figure with a complicated mix of emotions.As Charlie Jr. exited the bar, he spotted Caleb seated atop his car's bonnet, smoking. The two locked gazes, and Caleb extinguished his cigarette before standing up."Why do you persist when she's made it clear?" Caleb asked, his tone frosty."Her rejection doesn't change my feelings or my desire to pursue her," Charlie Jr. retorted, his own tone equally c
Celestine's expression turned grave, and he whispered, "Isn't that considered treason?"Madame Agnes affirmed, "Yes, but that's not our concern right now. Your task is to intercept the mercenaries and safely escort the X country minister to Houston.""When do we depart?" Celestine inquired, turning to Butler Mark."Right away. We need to set up an ambush," Butler Mark replied."I'm ready," Celestine declared, and Butler Mark turned to leave."Wait," Madame Agnes called out to Celestine, causing him to pause. She looked at him with a serious expression. "Your safety is of utmost importance."Celestine smiled reassuringly and answered, "Don't worry, Mother. Nothing will happen to me."Madame Agnes nodded, watching as Celestine followed Butler Mark out of the house.As they left, Madame Agnes felt a sense of unease. She knew those mercenaries were ruthless and willing to sacrifice themselves for little gain."He'll be alright," she murmured, trying to ease her worries.****After finishi
"Tell me about yourself and your brother, Celestine," Stella inquired of Caleb.Caleb let out a sigh, unsure of how to feel about the situation. He couldn't help but wonder if Stella had known the truth all along - that he and Celestine had been acting as one person while he was pursuing her. "Let's find someplace quiet," he suggested to Stella, who nodded in agreement. They left the mansion and got into Caleb's car.Meanwhile, Charlie Jr. stood outside, watching them drive away with a cold expression and clenched fists. He was infuriated by what had just transpired.Caleb drove them into the busy city, eventually pulling over at a peaceful location. They got out of the car and settled down."I'm sorry for deceiving you," Caleb said apologetically, "I know you must have found out everything. I was young and foolish."Stella's heart skipped a beat. She had suspected the truth, but hearing it from Caleb made her realize that she had never truly been in love with him. Instead, her feeli
The atmosphere was tranquil, and the soothing notes of the piano filled the air. All present were entranced by Celestine's performance, and not a single person dared to disrupt the spell he had cast. As he played the final note, the sound faded away, leaving fifteen seconds of absolute silence. The audience remained lost in the music's beauty, not wanting to shatter the enchantment.Suddenly, applause erupted, but no one knew who had started it. It quickly spread, and everyone joined in, clapping with enthusiasm. Stella glanced at Caleb, who was silently berating his luck. How could he compete with Charlie Jr. and Celestine for a woman's affections? The situation was a tragedy.Stella turned to Caleb and asked, "You know how to play, right?" His heart sank as he had used Celestine's musical talents to impress Stella before. Trying to maintain a serious expression, he responded, "Of course."Stella was surprised but pleased to hear this. She hadn't expected Caleb to know how to play th
Celestine paused his flute playing and turned to face the figure before him. He was momentarily stunned by Stella's beauty, feeling as though she was the most exquisite lady he had ever laid eyes upon. The fireflies dancing around her only added to her charm, making her utterly irresistible.Furrowing his eyebrows, Celestine tried to place where he had seen this face before. There was something familiar about it that he couldn't quite grasp.Similarly, Stella stood frozen, her heart racing as she felt a different kind of connection with this person who resembled Caleb but possessed a refined handsomeness that even surpassed that of his brothers. As she gazed at him, she couldn't help but wonder if he was one of the triplets. But why did she feel such a strong and unique attraction towards him? Her thoughts became muddled and chaotic.Celestine furrowed his eyebrows in confusion as he looked at the beautiful lady in front of him. "Who are you? Do we know each other?" he asked, feeling
Caleb approached Stella with a happy expression, but she was in a daze as she stared at him. To her surprise, they looked exactly alike. Suddenly, a painful memory came flooding back to her when she met Charlie Jr. at the hospital years ago, and he didn't remember her."Stella, do you still remember me?" Caleb asked eagerly as he approached her.Just then, Charlie Jr. coughed, interrupting them. "Hey bro, this is my wife Stella," he said.Caleb's expression darkened as he looked at Charlie Jr. and then turned back to Stella. "What happened? You promised to wait for me," he said, his tone full of confusion and hurt.Stella's heart trembled as she struggled to understand what was happening. She quickly asked the first question that came to mind. "And what is your name?" she asked Caleb.Caleb furrowed his eyebrows, taken aback by her question. He hesitated for a moment before responding, "It's me, Caleb. Don't you remember me?"Stella's face showed evident shock as she looked back and f