Charlotte furrowed her eyebrows together as she glanced at Lucy. “I’ve been sitting here for quite a while now. Why haven’t you brought me any tea? Is there no hot water available at Dawn Haven Villa today?” She was critiquing Lucy for not doing her job well.Lucy instinctively turned to look at Caleb, whose arm was still linked with Charlotte’s. His complexion was still pale because of his recurring fever, but that did not affect his air of regality. After they sat down, Charlotte immediately sidled up to his side. Lucy was furious, but there was nothing she could do. She surreptitiously texted Penny when she went to the kitchen to make some tea. [You should drop by Dawn Haven Villa, Ms. Sullivan. Mr. Fergerson brought a woman home with him, and the two seem intimate.]Penny had returned to The Rosarium when she received that text. She had no interest in what was happening at Dawn Haven Villa. Lucy prepared a pot of tea and brought it to the coffee table. The corners
Sir Fergerson walked to the couch and sat down. Lucy gleefully served him a cup of tea. Sir Fergerson took the cup from her and slowly raised it to his lips, using the saucer to catch any drips. His voice sounded full of vigor when he spoke. “Ms. Shaw, I’m sure you know Caleb is married, don’t you? The Dawn Haven Villa is a gift from me to Penny, yet you seem to be in a rush to claim it as your own. Has the Shaw family not taught you any manners?”“Grandpa Fergerson, I…” “Shut up. Do not address me as 'Grandpa'!”Sir Fergerson put his tea down and directed his piercing gaze at her. “Call your parents right now. I want the Shaw family to drive to the Dawn Haven Villa and pick you up from here. Your parents don’t seem to have taught you not to be a mistress, so I’ll teach you that lesson tonight.” Tears welled in Charlotte’s eyes before they dripped down her cheeks.Caleb’s eyebrows furrowed themselves together as he sat and watched. “Grandpa, Charlotte’s just here as a
Sir Fergerson clutched his chest in pain when he finished speaking. Caleb immediately turned back around and hurriedly put a supportive arm around him. “Grandpa, don’t be angry. I’ll call her.” He helped Sir Fergerson to the couch, where he received a glare from him. “Don’t think I have no idea why you started dating Charlotte Shaw. It’s because of what happened with your brother.” Caleb patted Sir Fergerson’s back gently instead of replying. “Are you feeling better, Grandpa?” Sir Fergerson drew in a deep breath.“If you really want what’s best for me, you’d stop making me angry. I chose Penny as your wife after careful consideration, and you’ll realize she’s a wonderful girl if you take the time to get to know her.”Caleb’s response to this was also silence. He did not care how much Penny deserved to be loved. Sir Fergerson shoved Caleb’s hand aside once he caught his breath again. “Call Penny. If I ever hear of you doing something this ridiculous again, you won’t
Penny slept soundly that night and was in much better spirits when she woke up. She turned her phone back on when she woke up.The screen indicated she had missed a call from Caleb, who had called her private number. She frowned. Had Sir Fergerson punished him again?While she got ready for the day, she sent him a text message. [Is something wrong?]Caleb had arrived at Fergerson Corporation. When he read the blunt, three-word text that only arrived after a whole night, her aloof attitude aggravated him even more than the dramatic showdown that had happened in Dawn Haven Villa last night. However, he would not lose control of his emotions over a woman. He deleted the text message. Since Sir Fergerson was not holding this over him, there was no need for him to be in contact with this woman either.Penny was not expecting a reply from Caleb either. After all, he must only have called her on her private cell because of Sir Fergerson. After getting ready for the day, Pe
Luna was great at doing stuff like that.“Don’t worry, Charlotte. I’ll complete my mission and make sure that woman is humiliated.”Charlotte sneered. That woman had always been humiliated, and now, she would never be seen in the open anymore.Luna immediately carried out the task she had been given. Soon, rumors spread in the various group chats she was a part of. [Caleb’s marriage partner spends each night with a different person, and I heard that Caleb simply pretends she does not exist.][Really? Doesn’t Sir Fergerson even intervene? I thought he was the one who chose her to be Caleb’s wife.][Hah, Sir Fergerson just tolerates her because she saved his life. There’s no way he would just sit back and watch his grandson get treated this way. I bet they’re already discussing how much money they should give that woman so they can banish her from the Fergerson family.][You’re right. A woman like her is no match for Charlotte Shaw. No wonder Caleb’s never left her side ever si
Laura left. Penny walked behind the two lawyers, her mind filled with thoughts about her father, Zane Sullivan. He was still unconscious, and no one knew when he would wake up. She followed the lawyers to a nearby park that was quiet and well-suited for discussions. When she sat down, she caught sight of Jade, who was sketching in the park. Jade also noticed her and immediately strode toward her. “Penny! It’s been so long!”Penny smiled as she nodded and acknowledged her presence. “Are you here to sketch again?” Jade sighed. “That’s right. Gosh, I was going to visit my cousin, but he’s been so busy that he can’t even spare me a glance.” Jade’s eyebrows knitted together when she saw the two men standing nearby. Why did she feel like she had seen them somewhere else before this? “Penny, you go ahead and do what you need to do. I’ll be nearby sketching. Can you let me know once you’ve got a minute to spare? I have a favor to ask, and I’ll treat you to a meal. Would th
Asher's mouth was filled with the metallic taste of blood. The thought of Penny's captivating face and alluring figure turned him on.However, an unwelcome limpness had replaced hardness in that certain spot. It created a stark contrast that left him seething with frustration. In a surge of anger, he let out a roar and sent everything on the table onto the floor.He was at Sullivan Residence, so Willow was alerted by the commotion and entered his room."Ash, are you okay?"Asher responded with a cynical smile, his eyes gleaming with a cold and calculated intensity."I must have Penny! I'll humiliate her to death using all sorts of tools! That’s the only way I'll find solace."Willow's eyes sparkled with intrigue. Asher desired Penny just as she yearned for Caleb. She thought to herself, ‘We can work together to make things happen sooner.’"Ash, you can start by sowing doubt in Penny's mind. I had you hire the Shaws' bodyguards to make her think it was Charlotte Shaw's doing. C
The tension and unease that had gripped her body instantly melted away when they reverted to the easygoing friendship they had once shared.Penny responded, "They've moved out, so I can finally get some good sleep.”Caleb opened the file on his lap once more as he replied, "That's good to hear."Jade was seated beside them. She shifted her attention from one to the other, her eyes darting curiously. She was unsure if she was imagining it, but she could not shake off the feeling that the two were communicating through some secret silent language."Penny, Caleb's going to spend time with Charlotte after we get there. How about you come with me for a walk? The scenery around the area is breathtaking. Though my family is doing comfortably, moments like this when we can all hang out together are rare. If you feel uneasy, you can just tag along and enjoy the delicious treats with me.”Jade genuinely adored Penny. She was impressed with Penny’s artistic talents, stunning beauty, and deli