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Willow was thrown back against the padded leather seat. Even with the cushioning, the force left her wincing in pain. The car door slammed shut, making the whole SUV shake.Theodore's voice sliced through the air, dripping with fury as he said, "Hit the gas, Clark."Willow snapped out of her shock. "I want to get out!""Get out? To where?" Theodore grabbed her wrist and blocked her from reaching for the door handle.Meanwhile, the car had already started and was pulling out onto the street. Willow continued to struggle as the scenery flashed by outside.As he noticed the escalating tension, Clark cautiously said, "Mr. Bassett, please be careful. Mrs. Bassett is pregnant."Theodore hesitated for a second, and Willow seized the opportunity to push him away.The silence in the car was stifling, like the heavy weight of an impending storm. They drove home in complete silence.Once they arrived at Bassett Villa, Theodore was immediately on the phone, and Willow's phone was constantl
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The night was chilly, and the wind howled through the balcony. Theodore lit a cigarette and took a long drag, deep in thought. The vibration of his phone broke the silence."Hello?""Mr. Theodore, Mr. Finley and Mrs. Bassett had a heated argument because of Ms. Saville. Also, Mr. Evans was indeed reviewing a legal contract with Mrs. Bassett at the restaurant. There have been some rumors recently about you and Ms. Saville…"Theodore paused, then instructed, "Get rid of all the news right now and arrange a press conference with Gale Media for tomorrow morning."His eyes narrowed against the chilly wind, and his voice turned serious. "Announce that Finley is stepping down from the entertainment industry."…The next morning, Willow was startled awake by a call from Joey."Are you still in bed?" Joey's voice was frantic. "Haven't you checked the news?""What news?""I'll send you a link. You need to see this. It's happening live."Willow scrambled for her computer and opened the
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"I can do it myself," Willow said."Just stay put." Theodore's tone sounded firm and decisive as he helped her slip into her shoes. "How many times do I have to tell you? Walking around barefoot isn't good for you.""I'm not cold. It's already May," Willow said. She bit her lip as she noticed his frustration. "Alright, I'll wear shoes next time."That was when Theodore finally dropped the matter."Will you be having lunch at home?" Willow asked."No, I've got other things to handle," Theodore replied.Willow's face showed a hint of disappointment. She remembered that today was Iris' mentor's funeral. She had hoped Theodore would stay home to spend time with her, but it seemed he had prioritized being there for Iris instead."The funeral for Iris' mentor is today. Do you want to come with me?" Theodore asked. His tone sounded calm but distant.Willow gave a small smile. "No, you go ahead. I have a meeting with Mr. Evans this afternoon. We didn't wrap up our discussion yesterday
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"I don't want to go," Willow said."Are you sure?" Terence asked while unlocking his phone. "Just check this out first."Willow narrowed her eyes when she saw the photo.…The yard of the suburban villa was adorned with colorful balloons and streamers. The Bassetts had invited all their friends and family. Looking every bit the perfect host, Iris was wearing a vibrant red dress and bustling around."So Iris, you took Theodore in when he was a kid? That explains why he treats you differently from everyone else.""Exactly. Everyone's been curious about where you came from and why we haven't seen you in Emperia before.""It's just childhood stuff. Theodore's pretty sentimental, so he still holds onto it. Honestly, I barely remember," Iris said."Well, you're definitely in the Bassetts' inner circle now. Didn't Madam Sara give you a pair of gold bangles? There must be some significance to that, right?" The crowd gathered around Iris and showered her with compliments.After a few
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Iris tried to defend herself and said, "Theodore, I just didn't want everyone to see me looking so weary—""You don't have to explain. I get it." Willow cut Iris off and took her hand before everyone. "I hope you find some peace soon. Remember, Theodore and I are always here for you."Iris' forehead pounded with stress. "Ms. Jett…""You should call me Mrs. Bassett," Willow replied with a smile.Iris was taken by surprise at Willow's response."Alright," Willow said as she patted Iris' hand before turning to the crowd. "Let's head inside, everyone. The party's about to begin. I hope you all enjoy yourselves today."Erica arrived just in time and said enthusiastically, "Willow, everyone's been waiting for you. Since you're running late as the hostess, you'll owe us a round of drinks later.""I'll take my penalty, Erica.""Come on, there are a few people you haven't met yet. Let me introduce you."Erica made it clear who was in charge of the gathering by calling Willow the "hoste
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"First come, first served. The world doesn't deal in 'what ifs.' Plus, holding on to that old connection from 20 years ago doesn't make you comparable to Willow," Erica said."I never made a big deal out of it," Iris responded."Stop playing dumb. How did everyone else find out if you didn't bring it up?"When Theodore confused Willow for someone else, nobody in the circle knew about that brief connection from 20 years ago. So how did it suddenly become common knowledge in just a few weeks, especially after Iris showed up?Erica's gaze was intense, and it cut through Iris like a spotlight in the darkness. It made her feel uneasy. Iris gritted her teeth and forced herself to say, "But it's still the truth.""It's just a fleeting connection. Even if you did Theodore a big favor, you're still just a guest here. If the hostess is generous, you can stay as long as you want. But if Willow decides she's had enough, she can ask you to leave anytime, and no one would fault her for it."Ov
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Finley's eyes widened in horror as he reached out, but his hands missed Willow by a fraction of a second.In a split second, someone caught her around the waist and pulled her back against a solid chest. She instinctively shielded her abdomen, still feeling rattled from the near mishap.Theodore wrapped his arms around her and snarled at Finley, "What were you trying to do?"Finley was so shocked that his knees gave out, and he collapsed. "I-I didn't mean to!"Suddenly finding his courage, he blurted out, "I saw her get a text while she was down the hill and sneaked up here. She's probably meeting her lover! Theodore, if you don't believe me, check her phone!"Willow quickly grasped what was going on. "Fine, you want to see my phone?"She unlocked her phone and shoved the screen toward Finley, her voice shaking as she said, "Here, take a look."The screen showed a text message that said, "Meet me at the hilltop. I've got you a surprise.""I knew it—" Finley's eyes lit up before
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"I'm sorry I've been upsetting you lately." Theodore's voice—rich and deep—drifted to Willow as he patted her shoulder."I never meant to keep things about Iris from you. I didn't want you to worry too much, so I thought it would be best to wait until after the wedding to explain everything. But I didn't expect—""That I'd find out sooner." Willow raised her head, and her eyes sparkled with life as the fireworks lit up the night sky.Theodore playfully tapped her nose before pulling her into another embrace. He said with a sense of resignation, "I should've known better than to think I could hide anything from my smart wife.""So, don't keep secrets from me. It only causes misunderstandings.""You're right."While the fireworks burst overhead, Theodore spoke with heartfelt sincerity, "Willow, you and our baby mean the world to me."Willow pursed her lips and held him closer.Meanwhile, Terence was setting off fireworks with a group of interns at the foot of the hill."Dr. Roth
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"What choice do you think I need to make?" Theodore stepped closer. His tone was filled with displeasure. "What are my choices?"Willow hesitated for a moment but maintained her composure as she voiced her concerns. "We need to face reality, Theodore. I will take Yasmine back to Portumville, and you're tied to the Bassett family. Who knows what will happen in the future?""So, you're giving me a heads-up so I can find someone else sooner?""I—""Should I be thanking you then?" Theodore's anger flared. "Willow, this is what's on your mind after everything we've been through? What do you take me for? What do you take yourself for?""I…" Willow found herself speechless."Are you doing this on purpose?""No, I'm not." Willow tried to explain herself, but for once, her words failed her.Theodore's eyes burned with frustration. Seeing her struggling to justify herself only fueled his anger more. He grabbed her wrist and pulled her close.Willow let out a startled muffle, but it was
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Willow noticed something odd and asked, "When did you two get so close? Cedar, you even know what game Jessica likes?"Cedar casually replied, "She posted about it on Instagram."Willow's expression changed to one of realization. "Oh, right. I remember now."After saying that, she looked at Jessica with a raised eyebrow and proudly said, "See how thoughtful Cedar is? He remembered such details and even brought the game you wanted. I wonder which lucky girl will end up with him."Jessica forced a smile and awkwardly shoved the game console under the pillow as if it were something unpleasant to touch.Yasmine raised her head. "End up with him? What does that mean?"Willow patiently explained, "It means who will marry Uncle Cedar.""It must be Ms. Sweeney!" Yasmine pointed to the bed next to her and blurted out, "Uncle Cedar saved her. She said she'll marry him to repay the favor."Willow's face was filled with shock while Jessica quickly waved her hand. "No! I never said that. Wh
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At the City Hospital, since both Willow and Jessica needed to stay in the hospital, Terence decided to use a bit of his authority to arrange for them to share a room."So what are your plans? Are you not going back to Portumville?" Jessica asked."I still have to go back. The company headquarters is there. Have you ever seen a president of a public company who never goes to the office? Joywell is still growing. I can't leave," Willow explained."So when are you planning to go back?"Willow hesitated. "I'm still thinking."Balancing a career and family was tough. One had to give way to the other."There's nothing to think about. You wouldn't want to give up Joywell's prime opportunity, and you wouldn't want to keep flying back and forth to see Yasmine. Just have Theodore go with you to Portumville then."Jessica, with her independent mindset, often focused on herself and didn't always consider the practicalities of others' situations.Just then, a knock came at the door. "Come i
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As Theodore closed the door behind him, Terence turned to him with a concerned look. "Aren't you going to stay with her?""Let her be alone for a while," Theodore replied.Through the glass on the door, Theodore could see the frail figure lying on the hospital bed, and his heart ached for her."By the way, how's Jessica?"Terence responded, "She's fine. Cedar's with her. Thankfully, he noticed in time, and the sleeping pills weren't of a lethal dose."Joey had drugged Jessica with an overdose of sleeping pills. Then, she was left unconscious and tied up in a small storage room at an apartment in Marldosa Gardens.Following that, Joey hired someone from the black market to drive Jessica's car to Portumville, which caused the car's GPS to show up constantly on the highway.Terence couldn't help but ask, "Are Cedar and Jessica…""I don't know," Theodore replied flatly, "but it's not a bad thing.""Not necessarily," Terence said, crossing his arms. "It's fine for the heiress of Re
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At the hospital, Willow's neck wound had been stitched up with four sutures. She had to stay in the hospital for observation.Terence was still in the operating room with Matthew. Over an hour had passed with no news. Yet, Matthew's family couldn't be reached at the moment.Theodore sat by her bedside. "Be careful.""I'm fine," Willow replied, leaning against the headboard. "How did you find out that Joey and I were at the riverbank?""Matthew called me." Theodore's voice was rough. He covered Willow with a blanket and began to explain the recent events."I had a DNA test done with Yasmine and confirmed Iris' claims. At least it proved that Joey was the one who took Yasmine back then. After that, I had Clark start investigating Joey."The first thing Clark did was track down the doctor who did the DNA test for Matthew and Yasmine, and sure enough, Joey was there meeting him."When Clark arrived, the doctor was already dead. His body was hidden in the garage at Marldosa Gardens.
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Willow's words crushed Joey completely.Possessiveness? To others, her years of admiration and waiting were nothing more than laughable possessiveness."They're over there!" A voice suddenly rang out. Following that, the chaotic sound of footsteps echoed from the other side of the rocks.Willow looked up to see a tall, familiar figure rushing toward her. Without needing to guess, she knew how anxious the man must have been. Her nose tingled, and tears suddenly began to fall.As Joey glanced at the approaching police, she tightened her grip on Willow and dragged her backward. "Don't come any closer! Stay back!" she shouted.Theodore, who was more frightened than he had ever been, also roared, "Don't go any further! Let her go, Joey.""Let her go?" Joey laughed bitterly. "And let her reunite with your family? Dream on!""Joey." Willow managed to squeeze out the words through her pain. "Stop it, Joey."Even at this moment, she hoped Joey would have a change of heart and turn awa
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Willow lay on the rocks as her neck bled and stained the collar of her white shirt. The scene was shocking. But compared to the pool of blood beneath Matthew, her injuries were nothing. Even though she desperately tried to escape, the distance she crawled was far from enough to save her life.Footsteps approached from behind; Joey had released Matthew and was walking toward Willow."Do you know what he just told me?" Joey's voice came from behind as Willow continued to crawl away.Joey didn't stop her, and she merely paced alongside Willow. For every step Willow took, Joey mirrored her, patiently recounting her conversation with Matthew."I asked him if he ever loved me. Do you know what he said?""He told me to let you go."In the wind of the river, Joey's laughter sounded particularly eerie. "Even at this moment, he only thinks of you. His loyalty to you is absolute, isn't it? I want to ask you a question."Suddenly, Joey squatted down and yanked Willow's hair, forcing her
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"Leave right now?" Joey asked incredulously. She then burst into tears. "If only you had said this three years ago!""It's not too late now.""It is too late," Joey said as she shook her head. Willow felt herself being choked. She struggled for breath as the immense force pressed against her neck and pulled her toward the edge of the rocky outcrop with the raging river below."Joey!" Matthew staggered closer."Don't come any closer!"Willow felt a sharp pain in her neck as the knife's blade dug deeper into her flesh."Joey." She gritted her teeth against the agony and asked, "So Yasmine really was stolen by you, wasn't she?""You're still asking such questions at this point? Willow, you really are stupid.""Where's Yasmine?""Ha! What do you think?" Joey's laughter was manic.The rhetorical question sent Willow plummeting into despair as if reliving the anguish from three years ago. It felt like her heart and lungs shook violently, and every nerve of hers screamed in pain.
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"We've known each other for so many years, and now, suddenly, I plan to leave Emperia. It's hard not to feel a bit reluctant," Joey said with a hint of nostalgia, her expression darkening as she turned to look at Willow.As the river breeze blew, Willow felt something unfamiliar about the woman in front of her, as if she had never known her at all."What's wrong?"Joey noticed the strange look in Willow's eyes.Willow steadied herself, hiding her immense shock and confusion behind her clenched fist, and casually asked, "When do you plan to leave? Have you decided where to go?""We're thinking of heading to Westwood first. Do you still remember we made a promise in college to go to Westwood for our graduation trip?""I remember.""But you suddenly decided to get married at that time and got busy with matters at Strand Real Estate.""Actually, you didn't have to worry about me. You could have gone without me.""Didn't you know? Matthew liked you, so when he heard you weren't goi
