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"You two, come over here." Janet pointed at the two bodyguards Charles had assigned. "Charles only said for you to protect me, not to keep staring at me. I'm not a criminal.""But Mr. Wells' instructions were very clear. We are to stay with Ms. Baker and Madam Baker. We can't leave your side for even a moment," one of the bodyguards replied, unfazed by Janet's words. He showed no intention of yielding."Please, Ms. Baker, don't make this difficult for us.""Why, you—""That's enough!" Clarisse cut Janet off. "Janet, how many times have I told you? You need to be mindful of your identity and behavior when you're outside!" Clarisse frowned. "Look at how you're acting!"Clarisse glanced at the two bodyguards. "I'm Charlie's mother, as you should know.""Yes, madam," they acknowledged."Since you know who I am, you should also know that crossing me won't end well for you!" Clarisse warned."We don't mean to offend, Madam Baker. We're simply following orders. Mr. Hoffman pays us,
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Becky clenched her fists, glaring at Janet with anger. "I never expected you to be this kind of person, Ms. Baker. I guess I was wrong about you.""Do you really think I care about you? There was never any real friendship between us. Haven't you benefited enough from being associated with me?""Yes, Ms. Baker. It truly was an honor to have gained your acknowledgment. So, tell me, why did you call me here? Have you decided I'm no longer useful, so you're kicking me out? You even threw in a slap for good measure?""You're still pretending? Tell me, did you switch the raffle box or not?!" Janet reached out, ready to slap Becky again. However, Becky caught Janet's hand firmly this time, saying, "Ms. Baker, even a dog deserves to be respected. Though comparing myself to a dog isn't ideal, you should think carefully."I'm someone close to Mr. Hoffman. You've already slapped me once. Are you planning to do it again?""Are you threatening me? Who do you think you are? Do you think I'm a
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"Aunt Clarisse, will you help me or not? I don't want to see this woman anymore. You have to get Charles or Uncle Mateo to kick her out of Collosus Group," Janet blurted out when she saw that Clarisse was still silent."I don't want to see her again. Didn't you say you care about me the most?""Enough!" Clarisse snapped, glaring at Janet. "How long are you going to keep causing trouble?""I'm not causing trouble, Aunt Clarisse. She's clearly challenging your authority. She even dared to threaten—"Becky let out a cold laugh, looking at Janet as if she were a fool. It was no wonder Charles would not look at her. How could someone like Janet ever be a match for him? She was nothing but a lunatic."What are you laughing at?" Janet asked in a sharp voice."Nothing." Becky glanced at Janet, then turned to Clarisse. "Surely, you must realize that this is just a job; it's not worth me making enemies over. But even a cornered rabbit will bite back. Don't you agree?""What do you want?"
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"Why are you exaggerating, Aunt Clarisse? She's just a secretary!" Janet had never seen Becky as a threat. In her view, Becky was just an employee who worked for whoever paid her more.Clearly, Janet's thinking was shortsighted. She overestimated her own importance while underestimating Becky.After leaving the lounge, Becky returned directly to the banquet hall. Instead of immediately seeking out Ronald or Charles, she asked someone to bring her ice to reduce the swelling on her face.Once the numbness subsided and the pain lessened, Becky finally went to look for Ronald.Although Becky had already tried to address the situation, Ronald still noticed the faint marks on her face. "Go and touch up your makeup later.""Alright." Becky touched her face. "What part of the evening are we at now?" She glanced at the stage and saw that Collosus employees were performing.Flipping through the program, she remarked, "The next act is... Winter's?" She looked further down the list. "Mr. Wel
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Now, things were complicated. She could not just act out a scene on stage as that required rehearsals. Plus, there was no time for that."Next up, please welcome Winter Shaw from Royal Star," announced the host from the stage.Hearing her name being called, Winter, who was still in preparation mode, was momentarily caught off guard. However, being a seasoned actress, she quickly regained her composure.She stood up, walked calmly onto the stage, and bowed gracefully. She then began, "First of all, I wish Collosus Group continued success I joined Royal Star and the Collosus family this year thanks to..."Winter glanced at Charles in the audience, her eyes flashing with a shy smile. "...thanks to Mr. Hoffman's belief in me. I promise to work hard and strive to become the pride of Royal Star and Collosus Group. "I'll be singing Courage by Reanie Loffman. I hope it inspires everyone to be brave, to forge ahead, and to face challenges head-on."After this long introduction, Winter mo
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"Ms. Baker, I always thought you were a refined lady, but is this how a refined lady behaves?" Winter looked at Janet with a mix of grievance and defiance. She then turned her gaze toward Charles, who was seated below the stage."Mr. Hoffman, though I'm merely an artist from Royal Star, I'm still human. Did you invite me here today just to humiliate me like this?"Charles narrowed his eyes. The corners of his long eyes curved with a hint of a smile, but it held a cold undertone.He glanced at Winter, then at Janet, observing their theatrics before finally rising to speak. "Escort Ms. Baker back home.""Charles, what are you saying? How can you do this to me?" Seeing Charles seemingly side with Winter, Janet felt her anger surge. "Charles, have you fallen for her? Are you interested in this Winter chick?"Charles furrowed his brows together as a trace of anger flickered in his eyes. A look of impatience swept across his face as he glanced at Clarisse. "Mother, she's your guest. You
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The stage and audience were filled with cheers and applause. No one noticed Janet's situation at the door or heard the harsh words she shouted.Janet was led away by Clarisse. The noises on and off stage gradually quieted down.Winter, who was smiling broadly, walked up to Charles and extended her hand. "Mr. Hoffman, thank you for giving me this opportunity. I promise I'll cherish it."Charles raised an eyebrow and glanced at Winter's outstretched hand. After a brief pause, he extended his own hand and shook hers. "Let's wait and see."Charles only held Winter's hand briefly before letting go. During their handshake, someone captured the moment in a photograph.Charles withdrew his hand and turned to look at the audience. "Alright, the event continues. Who's performing next?""Mr. Hoffman, it's time for the raffle!" Becky quickly stepped forward and said, "And we'd like you to draw the winner!"Charles smirked. "Oh? What's the prize?""It's this year's grand prize." Becky signa
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Brielle, who was feeling down, left with her manager. Winter also departed with Jane and Suzy.Despite the unexpected events of the evening, Winter was content as she had secured the spokesperson deal.As the venue emptied, only a few remained—including Mateo, Henry, and Nancy from the Hoffman family. Watching the crowd slowly disperse, Mateo approached Charles with a hint of weariness. "Charlie, I fear today's events will reach your grandfather's ears. That young lady named Noelle, she...""What about her?" Charles feigned ignorance. "Noelle did an excellent performance, and she has been outstanding in the project department. Even Brian, who's usually so critical, has praised her.""You know that's not what I mean." Mateo sighed in frustration. "Did you not see your mother's and Janet's behavior today? She looks just like Kelly...""Father, you're overthinking it. I'm not so naive. Noelle is Noelle, and Kelly is Kelly—I can distinguish between them. It's getting late. You and U
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"Your mom is a homewrecker, a vixen who destroys other people's families.""You're the daughter of a mistress. My mom says you're an illegitimate child!""We don't want to play with you! My mom says no one wants you because you're just a bastard!""Go away! We don't want to play with someone as dirty as you!"…"Mommy, Mommy, why don't you want me?"Liliana felt so cold.It was her first winter in Brookville after coming from the misty waters of Jacksonville, and the chill seeped deep into her bones.The Hoffman residence was enormous, yet Liliana still felt cold—not just from the weather but from the people. Their gazes were cold and indifferent. Even at school, the way those elite students looked at her was filled with mockery.She was only five when her mother brought her to this bustling metropolis, leading her straight to this grand yet icy mansion.The people here were dressed elegantly, so dazzling that it was impossible to look away. However, when they looked at her a
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Even though she loved him deeply now, Noelle still felt as if a part of her memory was missing. It seemed unfair to Charles.Charles simply smiled, lowering his head to place a gentle kiss on the corner of her lips."Alright. Whatever you want to know, I'll tell you." He agreed, his tone warm and unwavering. "But before that, I think we have something more important to do.""What is it?" Noelle looked up at him, her eyes shimmering with a misty glow that made Charles' heart ripple."Our wedding night, of course, Mrs. Hoffman."Noelle's face turned bright red in an instant. "But… we're in a hotel, not Phoenix Tree Residence!""It doesn't matter where we are. As long as I have you, that's all that matters."Tonight, every word Charles spoke was as if dipped in honey, making Noelle's heart race. She stole a shy glance at him. "But… my brother and the others are still outside—""Forget about them."Without another word, Charles scooped her up and carried her straight to the bed, b
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"Charlie, I forgot about you. Tell me the truth—are you angry?"Charles sighed. "No, how could I ever be angry with you?"He reached out and gently tucked a strand of Noelle's hair behind her ear. Seeing the seriousness in her eyes, he let out a soft chuckle. "Even if you never remember me for the rest of your life, I still wouldn't be angry.""Really?"Charles nodded.Noelle hesitated for a moment, then mustered the courage to look straight at him. "Charlie… if—just hypothetically—if things between me and Xavier had never gone wrong… If Winter never came between us and I was still with Xavier… What would you have done? Would you have just watched me get engaged to him? Marry him? And then—"Before she could finish, Charles pressed a finger against her lips, silencing her.Noelle blinked and saw that his gaze had deepened. He wrapped his arms tightly around her waist."No. That would never happen," he said firmly. The very thought of her with someone else, marrying someone else
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The moment Noelle finished speaking, the world seemed to fall silent.Charles' lips curved into a faint smile, his eyes glinting with amusement. Yet if one looked closely, there was a serious intensity in his gaze as he fixed it on Noelle. "Hmm? What did my wife just say?"Noelle shot him a sharp glare. "I don't care. Whatever it is, you're not allowed to read it. Give it back!"She pouted, her expression just as serious and determined.Charles raised an eyebrow, surprised by how adamant she was.Though curiosity tugged at him, he would not force her if she felt so strongly about it. "Alright, I won't read it."Hearing this, Noelle exhaled in relief and reached out her hand. "Then give it back."Charles' eyes glimmered with amusement. "I promise I won't read it now, but I'll wait for the day you show it to me yourself."After saying that, he placed the diary into Noelle's hand. Instead of letting her go, however, he pulled her into an embrace as if he wanted to merge her into h
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So, that was why the name felt so familiar—because Noelle had known Charles since she was a child.No wonder, the first time she met him, his gaze had seemed to pierce right through her as if he were looking for someone else. Had he been looking at her all along?Noelle reached up and touched her own face, realization washing over her. The memories she had lost all this time… They were about Charles?Her emotions swelled uncontrollably. Moving carefully, she knelt before him, her gaze fixed intently on his face. She compared his features to the descriptions she had recorded in her diary.With a trembling hand, she reached out, stopping just shy of touching his cheek.She simply watched him, quietly, taking in his features. They were so similar to the ones she had once described in her diary. A sudden chuckle escaped her lips.Even though she still could not recall the details of how they had met, she could tell from her own words just how much she must have liked him back then. O
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Noelle smiled softly. "It's nothing. He probably just drank too much."Tania handed her a cup. "Here's some honey water. Let my brother drink some later."She paused for a moment before adding, "Don't worry about Ice and Glitter. Peter and I will take care of them.""Thank you, Tania." Noelle had indeed been worrying about the babies.The adults could stay up celebrating, but Connor and Nora were only two months old. They needed rest."It's nothing," Tania reassured her. "This is such a big day for you two. Don't worry, we'll take good care of the kids. Most of the guests have already left, and Grandpa and the others have gone home too."Noelle nodded. "What about you?""Peter and I will take Bran home soon, but we'll stop by Phoenix Tree Residence first to check on the babies.""Alright.""Just stay here and rest for now. Sean and the others are still partying pretty hard. I doubt they'll be leaving anytime soon."After Tania left, Noelle tested the temperature of the honey
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This wedding was nothing short of spectacular. Every moment was meticulously recorded by a dedicated team, with cameras set up throughout the venue to capture every detail of the ceremony from all angles.Charles and Noelle barely had a moment to rest as they moved from table to table, toasting guests with endless glasses of wine. The atmosphere remained lively and joyous deep into the night. It was not until the early hours of the morning that Noelle finally helped Charles to a private lounge on the second floor of the hotel.Though many had stepped in to shield them from excessive drinking, there was no avoiding the celebratory nature of the occasion. The alcohol had inevitably taken its toll. After settling Charles onto the couch, Noelle fetched some honey water and a warm towel before returning to his side.Charles lay slightly on his side, propping his chin up with one hand. Noelle sat beside him and handed him the towel, but he did not reach for it.Sighing, she called soft
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Sean clicked his tongue, shaking his head in amusement. "Charles, your body is here, but your heart is clearly somewhere else."Then, as if making an even bigger discovery, he gestured toward a spot not far away. "Oh, I say, Charles, this is a real crisis. See that?"With the enthusiasm of someone who thrived on drama, Sean pointed at Noelle and Grant. "I don't know, man. That guy doesn't look like he's here with good intentions."Charles raised an eyebrow, his gaze darkening as it settled on Noelle and Grant. He gripped his glass a little tighter, but his eyes refused to move away from them. Still, his words were dismissive. "He's just another big brother-in-law. That's all.""Yeah, right. Just admit it—he's a strong rival."The second Sean finished speaking, he felt an icy stare pierce through him. Charles' glare was sharp enough to cut. "Hmm? What did you just say?""Nothing!" Sean swallowed hard, instantly backtracking. Dear god, a jealous man was terrifying!"You think he's
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Grant's eyes carried too many emotions—too many things unspoken. Noelle could not fully understand, but she could sense that there was something significant behind his words.The diary in her hands had to hold something important that was possibly related to the past she had forgotten. Perhaps they were the lost pieces of her memory that she had always assumed were not crucial.She had assumed so because otherwise, she would have recalled them after all these years. Besides, they had not seemed to affect her life in any meaningful way.Over time, she had gradually let go of the idea of remembering.Yet now, with Grant handing her this diary, an unsettling feeling crept over her as if she had forgotten something incredibly important—something she could not afford to lose.Holding the diary tightly, Noelle felt a strange mix of emotions that she could not quite describe.She hesitated before murmuring, "Thank you."In the end, she did not ask Grant where he had gotten the diary. I
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