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Chapter 538

Penulis: Little Pig Bone
last update Terakhir Diperbarui: 2024-09-16 18:30:00
Before Willow could say a word, the voice of the nightclub's madam rang out from the other end of the line.

"Mr. Bassett, we've gathered all of Nightfall's finest ladies for you. Ladies, come on in."

Willow's expression shifted instantly.

Nightfall was a well-known nightclub in Emperia. It was a notorious money pit for the rich. Willow couldn't believe that Theodore was in a place like that. He had always told her he never mixed business with drinking.

So, was he there just for fun then?

…

Theodore had just stepped out of the restroom in the nightclub's private room when Sean rushed over, handing him his phone.

"Mr. Bassett, Ms. Jett called. She might be looking for you... Wait, why did she hang up?"

The screen showed that the call had already ended. Theodore frowned slightly as he stared at the phone screen, his mind elsewhere.

"Mr. Bassett, Ms. Jett might have misunderstood. Maybe you should call her back and clear things up," Sean suggested.

"No need," Theodore replied i
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  • The Doting Bigwig   Chapter 539

    "Get lost!" Theodore growled.The three men, terrified, scattered like leaves in the wind. Willow's heart was still pounding. She was pinned under a cold, piercing gaze before she could calm her nerves."What are you doing here?" Theodore demanded."I…" Willow hesitated for a moment before straightening up, her voice bold. "What does it have to do with you?""Are you sure it has nothing to do with me?" Theodore asked casually as if he had already seen right through her.Willow felt her words catch in her throat.Suddenly, a sweet voice drifted in from the doorway of a private room across the hall. "Mr. Bassett, we're all ready. Aren't you coming?"Willow's face hardened. "Mr. Bassett, you're certainly enjoying yourself, aren't you?""You still haven't answered my question. What are you doing here?""Definitely not to see you!" Willow snapped, her expression darkening. "I have other business to attend to. I won't interrupt your fun."Just as she turned to leave, she felt a sud

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  • The Doting Bigwig   Chapter 540

    The subtle scent of cologne reached Willow, and her heart raced."I have no idea what you mean." She quickly broke eye contact with Theodore and clarified, "My mom asked me to apologize to you. Her faking an illness has nothing to do with you.""You've misunderstood me twice today, and you think one apology covers it?" Theodore asked.Willow was caught off guard. "Twice? When was the other time?""Just now. Didn't you assume I was here for some wild party?"Willow stared at him in surprise before shooting back, "How was I supposed to know what you were up to? Sure, this room's full of files, but for all I know, you could be having a blast in the next one. "You're the boss around here. You can do whatever you want.""Jealous, are you?""Jealous? Me?" Willow's eyes widened as she squirmed. "Let go of me!"However, Theodore only tightened his grip on her wrists, lifting her arms above her head and pinning them against the door. The humiliating position made her shirt stretch t

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  • The Doting Bigwig   Chapter 541

    The next day, Willow woke up under a thick blanket. As the door opened, a respectful female voice sounded. "Ms. Jett, you're awake."The woman who came in to place several shopping bags down was the nightclub manager Willow had met yesterday. "These are the clothes Mr. Bassett prepared for you. There are toiletries and skincare products in the bathroom. If you need anything else, just let me know.""There's nothing else I need. Thanks.""You're welcome. Please go ahead and freshen up."After the manager left, Willow glanced toward the bathroom.Through the frosted glass, she could see a silhouette drying their hands. Not long after, Theodore came out and put on some casual clothes. His still-damp hair hung loosely, and he gave off a casual vibe.Seeing Willow still wrapped in the blanket and showing no signs of getting up, Theodore said, "Go wash up. We're going to go out for breakfast later."Willow snapped back to her senses. "I have things to do later.""I've already ins

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  • The Doting Bigwig   Chapter 542

    "Don't you already know what I plan to do?"Theodore lowered his gaze, prompting Willow to realize that one of the buttons on her shirt had come undone at some point.What was worse was the button was the one over her chest, which allowed her apricot-colored lace bra to be fully revealed under his gaze.Willow instantly turned red. "Pervert! Don't look!"Theodore hadn't seen her this flustered in front of him for a long time. It reminded him of when they first started dating three years ago. She was always tough in front of outsiders but shy and endearing in private."Go freshen up." Seeing that she was genuinely mad, Theodore let go of her before casually pushing her into the bathroom and closing the door behind her.He then spoke in a meaningful tone. "That button… It came off last night.""You…" Willow clutched her shirt, instantly feeling the wild beating of her heart beneath her ribcage."I'll wait for you outside."His deep voice, tinged with amusement, was muffled by th

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  • The Doting Bigwig   Chapter 543

    As a mix of emotions welled up inside Willow, she was left feeling confused. As the president of Bassett Corporation, Theodore was normally surrounded by his entourage.He usually frequented upscale places or luxury clubs, and his idea of relaxation was going to places like Nevermore Golf Club.The thought of him taking a casual stroll down a regular street was already unimaginable, let alone stumbling upon the street cart she used to frequent.Theodore didn't say much, but it was clear to Willow that he was a regular at this place when she saw how expertly he took out the utensils from the sterilizer.Willow couldn't help but ask, "You could have just helped them with their child's schooling. Why go through the trouble of renting them a storefront?""Give a man a fish, and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime." Theodore then calmly added, "The reason they had issues with their child's schooling in the first place was that they didn't make e

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  • The Doting Bigwig   Chapter 544

    Nancy continued with a smile, "I told Mr. Bassett that when you came back, I'd make you the exact same burrito bowl as the one from back then. Maybe then you wouldn't leave anymore, just like back then."Stunned, Willow looked across the table in surprise."I'll leave the two of you to it. Take your time, and let me know if you want more."Theodore's expression remained unreadable as he quietly mixed his burrito bowl.Willow hesitated before asking, "You already knew, so why did you ask just now?""Hearing it from you is different from hearing it from someone else.""So you helped them because…" Willow trailed off, not finishing her question as the answer was already clear.Theodore remarked, "You should eat before the food gets cold.""Okay." Lowering her head to eat, Willow quietly muttered "thank you" after a while.Theodore's brows drew together momentarily, and a hint of warmth flickered in his normally cold, dark eyes.After Willow left three years ago, Theodore tried e

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  • The Doting Bigwig   Chapter 545

    Had Ellie not given that insincere advice just now, Theodore wouldn't have thought much about the situation. However, her unnecessary act of overcompensating only made him see through her act right away.Sara had always been in good health, and the doctor didn't find anything serious either. It was obvious that he had been summoned there for a different reason.Ellie paled. "I don't know what you're talking about, Theodore."Looking away, Theodore stepped into Sara's room. Sara was lying in bed, and when the maid saw Theodore come in, she tactfully left with her head down."Grandma.""Come and sit." Sara patted the side of the bed. "I heard you talking to Ellie just now. What were you talking about?""Not much. Just some small talk.""My health has nothing to do with her. Don't blame her. Over the years, she's been dedicated to me. Putting aside past events, she's actually quite considerate."As people age, they tend to become confused. Perhaps Sara had grown more reliant on El

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  • The Doting Bigwig   Chapter 546

    "That's because, according to Yaron's identification papers, Willow is his biological mother."Ellie's voice came through the phone again. "This was the wrong move you made back then. Now that you've been caught in a bind, turning the situation around will be difficult.""Yaron is my son—the son I raised for years. Why is she his mother just because someone said so? She's already divorced from Theodore.""But Theodore has never publicly announced their divorce."Iris paced anxiously in the room. "Is there nothing we can do about this?""Sure there is. Willow just has to be unable to show up that day."Iris felt her heartbeat quickened. "Are you saying…""Isn't she in Emperia? This is the best chance to strike. If she disappears from this world, nothing can stop you from becoming Theodore's wife. "Even if Theodore refuses to marry you, the status is still yours since you have your son." The voice on the phone was dark and sinister.As Ellie leisurely sipped her tea, she offere

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  • The Doting Bigwig   Chapter 631

    "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

  • The Doting Bigwig   Chapter 630

    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

  • The Doting Bigwig   Chapter 629

    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

  • The Doting Bigwig   Chapter 628

    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

  • The Doting Bigwig   Chapter 627

    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.

  • The Doting Bigwig   Chapter 626

    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

  • The Doting Bigwig   Chapter 625

    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

  • The Doting Bigwig   Chapter 624

    "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.

  • The Doting Bigwig   Chapter 623

    "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

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