Hunter sat pitifully next to Old Mr. Langley in Langley Manor.“Great-grandpa, just look at how Uncle Nathan is doing things. He removed Aunt Elena from her position and told me that I had to listen to him. I refused to let him do it, and he ordered me to get out. Isn’t that too dictatorial of him?”Hunter was Old Mr. Langley’s oldest great-grandson, and he doted on him too. When he heard Nathan had removed Elena from her position, his face fell.Nathan was such a disobedient child!He had arranged for Elena and Hunter to work in the company to train Nathan’s temperament.This was especially true since Nathan and Elena did not get along. They were a family. What was there for them to create a fuss about? It would be better for them to talk things out.He had even talked to Nathan about this before and told Nathan to look at it as a challenge.Yet now, he had chosen to kick Elena out of the picture.Was this supposed to help the family be as one?Old Mr. Langley clacked his wal
Eva suddenly felt the warm and familiar embrace of the man. She could smell the light scent of ambergris on him. Eva was surprised but did not struggle out of his embrace. Nathan hugged her even tighter.“Good girl.”His voice was low and elegant, pulling on her heartstrings. Eva could not help but pinch his arm gently.What a glib tongue he had.However, she allowed him to continue hugging her.Eva enjoyed his embrace. It was warm and silent, making her feel safe.Every trouble she had seemed to disappear along with his embrace.They hugged quietly for a while before Nathan broke the silence.“What are you busy with?”“I’m checking the budding flowers.”Eva pointed at the Pygmy Water Lilies at the side. “Take a look. This is the latest flower variety I’m working on. They're my most valuable flowers. They should be budding soon, and I’m here to check on them.”Nathan glanced at the flowers and immediately understood what Eva was doing.Pygmy Water Lilies were very valuabl
Eugene was astounded to hear Eva’s reply.“I’m your father, Eva. If you don’t save me, I’m left with nowhere to go!”He owed a lot of money, and the bank had given him three days to pay what he owed. Otherwise, he would need to pay with what he had mortgaged.That would include Lane Residence and Lane Enterprise.As for his personal loan, it was high-interest, and he was given a day to return the money. Once the deadline has passed, his interest would double.Eugene would not be able to take this burden.He had thought he could make money with the Lovettes and did not think much of it. Now that his debtors were coming after him, he realized he could not delay this any longer.What should he do?However, no matter how much Eugene begged Eva, she refused to budge.“I just told you that I don’t have the money.”When he was rejected again, Eugene clenched his teeth and suddenly plopped down on his knees.Eva was shocked. “What are you doing? Get up!”“I’m about to die. I can’t
“I’m okay to be interviewed, but my wife has to be included.”The reporter was taken aback to hear Nathan say that. The reporter smiled and agreed. “Sure. It’s our honor to be interviewing Mrs. Langley as well.”It took just a few words for the interview to be decided. It was only after they had adjusted the camera that Eva realized what just happened.Was she about to be interviewed too?This should not happen.Eva shook her head nervously. “I can’t do it. You should accept the interview on your own, Nathan.”“Don’t be nervous.”Nathan rubbed her head gently. He looked at her adoringly. “I’m right here with you.”He sounded exceptionally gentle, catching Eva by surprise. She bit her lip and had no idea what to say. The children ran toward her with big smiles on their faces.Mia stood on tip-toe and kissed her hand.“You should be interviewed together, Mommy and Daddy. You’ll be on television. It makes me happy to see that.”Max came over and pulled on Eva’s other hand. “Don
When Eva refused to take the medication, Yelena put it away.Eva was relieved. She was pregnant, and this medication might affect the baby. Even though she had no idea what to think about the baby, she did not want to do anything irresponsible.Yelena had put out the breakfast by the time Nathan got downstairs. The children had already eaten, and only Eva would be eating with him.Nathan poured her a glass of milk and asked gently, “Will you be alright without the medication?”She could not hold her liquor well, and any slight drinking would give her a headache.It was better to pay more attention after she had been drinking.“I’m fine.”Eva lowered her head to eat and did not say anything else.After breakfast, Nathan drove to his office to get busy while the children went to revise their homework. Eva and Yelena went to check the flower fields.The Pygmy Water Lilies were about to bloom, and Eva had to keep a close eye on them.After she was done with her work. Sophia cam
It was 3:30 pm when Finn arrived at Cloudy Hills Estate.When he saw Eva being busy in the fields, he lowered her head at her respectfully. “Mrs. Langley.”“You’re here.”Eva got Yelena to serve him some tea. “Is there anything you need?”“I’m here to deliver the amended contract.”Finn said while taking the cup of tea from Yelena. He nodded gratefully at her.Yelena would make him tea every time he came to Cloudy Hills Estate, and it tasted good.He delivered the documents to Eva.Eva picked up the documents curiously to read and saw that there was a change in the contract for the shares of Lane Enterprise.Lane Enterprise would be hers once she signed the contract.She frowned slightly and began to look serious.Lane Enterprise.Pamela and Queenie had done everything they could to stop her from getting the company shares, but Lane Enterprise was going to belong to her completely.How funny life was.Eva spaced out slightly when she saw the documents in front of her.Sh
Eva quickly put the glass down and began retching again.She felt awful.Once she finally stopped, Eva felt much more comfortable. She picked up the glass to gargle again.Eva looked at her pale face and gently brushed through her hair.This was morning sickness.However, she had just found out she was pregnant. This was all a little too early.After Eva cleaned herself up, Yelena could not help asking worriedly, “Should I get you a doctor, Mrs. Langley?”“It’s fine.”Eva walked to the sofa and fell onto it. “Just get me a glass of milk.”She did not want to see a doctor. Yelena quickly poured her a glass of milk and quietly observed Eva’s face. She remembered what had caused Eva’s retching and could not help smiling.“Are you pregnant, Mrs. Langley?”Eva raised an eyebrow.Yelena was an older woman who had life experience. She could tell with one look.“Yes.”She nodded heavily and gently reminded Yelena, “Please don’t tell anyone about this.”“I understand.”Yelena
Nathan drove Eva and the children back to Langley Manor at 6:30 pm.Old Mr. Langley, Robert, and Rebecca were seated on the sofa and chatting. When they saw Nathan and his family arrive, they smiled and welcomed them.Robert carried Max happily in his arms.“Let me have a look. Has my grandson gotten taller?” “Of course, I have!”Max laughed and hugged Robert’s arm. “Mia has grown taller too, Grandpa. Look.”He turned to look, but Mia had already run to hug Old Mr. Langley.“I missed you so much, Great-grandpa.”Her voice was sweet as sugar, and Old Mr. Langley smiled so much that his eyes creased. He rubbed her head gently and kept nodding.There were snacks and sweets on the table. Rebecca smiled gently as she gave them to the children.Nathan and Eva smiled as they sat at the side.Everyone began chatting happily. Max was telling Robert about his exciting moment during the national tournament and how he had won the championship. His big eyes shone when he talked about it