Madeline blinked in surprise. Trevon had not eaten yet?It was already eight at night. Why had he not had his dinner?Could he actually be waiting for her? Was he really that considerate?Questions swirled in Madeline's head, but before she could voice them, Trevon's icy tone cut through. "Who'd wait this late? She doesn't need anyone fussing over her. Just get the dinner on the table."Madeline was left speechless.Daniel adjusted his glasses with a hint of helplessness. "Mrs. Gibson, don't be upset. Mr. Gibson's had a long day and he's just exhausted. I've been on his case to eat, but he insisted on waiting for you. If you haven't had a bite yet, why not come to the hospital and we can eat together?"Trevon sternly warned, "Daniel, that's enough."Madeline felt a pang of guilt knowing he had waited for her, but Trevon's sharp comment made her laugh at herself.She was not Lydia, after all. Why would Trevon wait for her?She responded calmly, "I've had my dinner. Could you lo
Madeline gave him a puzzled look.Trevon just stared back, stone-faced, and remained silent."Mr. Gibson?"He snapped out of it and gave her a piercing look, "You're just playing secretary at the company, you're not really working under me."Madeline was taken aback."Don't call me Mr. Gibson, " Trevon added.If he was not Trevon, such talk would have landed him in trouble in the real world."So, what should I call you if not Mr. Gibson? Boss?"Trevon glowered, his teeth clenched. "Just use my name!"Madeline could not help but chuckle. "Okay, okay. Trevon it is. Ready for your medicine?"Trevon stayed quiet as he turned over and got himself ready on the bed.Madeline bit her lip and started with the medicine. As she reached to lower his pants, Trevon's hand shot out, gripping the waistband tightly.Madeline tugged at the fabric, but it would not budge. She let out a sigh."Mr. Gibson—"Before she could finish, Trevon shot her a look that could freeze lava.She quickly c
The little girl was doing well at Tracy's. Engaging with her passions had brightened her demeanor.Jazzy had even struck up a friendship with Bernadette.Initially, Bernadette was just trying to learn about Bernard's likes through Jazzy. However, as time went on, the girls, close in age, naturally bonded.Jazzy's smile had grown wider, and even Bernadette seemed to lighten up a little.Tracy could not resist telling Madeline, "I'm so glad you brought her here."Madeline was feeling a bit anxious.She had not been upfront about Jazzy's background, and she was worried about the reaction if Tracy and Bernadette found out that Jazzy was Alden's foster child.Was she doing the right thing? Jazzy was in a tough spot, and Madeline just wanted to help.However, Tracy's next comment eased her worries."What a shame for such a sweet girl to be wasted as Alden's foster child."Madeline was taken aback. "Tracy, you knew?"Tracy shot her a knowing glance. "You think I'd let some mystery
Jazzy's voice quivered. "Maddie isn't like that."Alden scoffed. "Really?"His laugh was icy, tinged with a smugness that suggested he knew more than he let on."The Quiggs can't compare to the Gibsons. If the Gibsons wanted to adopt you, we Quiggs wouldn't have a say. Did Madeline ever bring this up? I didn't think so. I'm telling you, these people are just putting on an act. Deep down, they probably can't stand you. Only I truly care for you."The moment I laid eyes on you, I was smitten. You must've been my sweetheart in another life. How else could I feel such a strong desire to love you?"Jazzy's mind raced to a dark memory, her body shaking uncontrollably as tears streamed down unchecked.Silent in her anguish, she was the picture of vulnerability.Madeline could not stand by any longer and pulled Jazzy into her arms.She stayed quiet, not wanting to tip off Alden. If he got wind of their plan and destroyed the evidence, they would lose their chance to make him pay for hi
"The second file details years of the Quigg Group's tax dodges and fraud."The Quigg family struggled to keep it clean, especially with the Lewis family breathing down their necks, so they had taken some shady detours.Madeline could not make sense of it.However, she noticed a flicker of concern cross Trevon's face."Why would Qasim even think of teaming up with the Quiggs? They can't proceed with that villa project without a large cash flow."Was the Gibson Group really expected to cover the whole tab?He could not fathom why Qasim would team up with the Quiggs.Daniel gestured to the third file."The Quiggs have been in cahoots with numerous businesses, exploiting organizations like orphanages to pull off a massive fundraising scam. The total funds are just shy of a hundred and fifty million dollars, all invested back into their own companies.With that kind of cash, plus what the Gibson Group brings to the table, they'd have more than enough to keep things running."Trevo
Madeline's hospital visit was, of course, for a check-up.After a rough time recently, the little one in her womb was at risk, and the doctor had her come in weekly.After taking a blood test and an ultrasound, Madeline took her results to the doctor.With no signs of a threatened miscarriage and all tests coming back normal, the doctor beamed, "Your little one's a fighter. Everything looks good."Madeline finally breathed a sigh of relief. She had had a scare the night she was followed, feeling a sharp pain in her abdomen.The worry that it might harm her unborn child had been weighing on her.Thankfully, her baby proved to be tough."Keep up with the prenatal meds for one more week, then come back for a checkup at the twelve-week mark," the doctor instructed.Madeline gave a small nod.The twelve-week checkup was a laundry list of tests. Blood work, liver function, NT scan, screening for anemia, and the list went on.However, there was an upside to getting her medical recor
"Madeline!"Madeline was heading to the ward when she heard her name from behind. She glanced over her shoulder and saw Lydia.Without a moment's hesitation, she kept walking, ignoring Lydia completely.Lydia clenched her teeth in irritation. "Hey, wait up!"She hurried to catch up and managed to slip into the elevator alongside Madeline. They stood there, alone in the confined space. Madeline's expression was one of pure distaste.Lydia seemed oblivious to the tension. "What's the rush, sis?"Madeline gave her no response.Undeterred, Lydia prattled on. "I hear your mother's here too. What's the point, really? Let's be real, your mom's never waking up. Staying in this fancy room is just a waste, isn't it?"Madeline's eyes turned frosty. "I'd shut up if I were you."Lydia smirked, sensing she had struck a nerve. "What? I'm not wrong. I saw the bill. Your mom's care is costing the company an extra thirty grand a month."The thought of selling her house because of Madeline's ex
Trevon froze at her words. "What? You're pregnant?""Yes. It was a surprise to me too. I've spent the last few days in the hospital. The nurse sensed something was off and decided to run some tests, and well..."She handed Trevon the test results she had prepared. He could not make heads or tails of the numbers, but some words stood out like a sore thumb.'Early pregnancy. Recommend a follow-up ultrasound to confirm intrauterine pregnancy.'A jolt went through Trevon's heart, and he instinctively wanted to look at Madeline. However, he could not bring himself to do it.Pregnant? How could it be?He had only been with Lydia that one time during a business trip.Just that once, and then…How could that happen?He had made up his mind not to split from Madeline, he wanted to make their life together work, but why?His usually unflappable demeanor showed a crack.Lydia caught it and could not suppress a flicker of triumph.Her plan was effective!With that thought, she slumped