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For James, love was paramount. Because of love, everything else seemed insignificant, like dust. He was willing to give up on his high position in the Quigley family and become a nameless beggar just so that he could be with Summer."I won't let Summie go. Mom, please don't waste your efforts," James said firmly.The battle lines seemed to be drawn. Normally, Caroline would back down when she saw James so upset out of her love for him. But today, she was determined not to yield.Standing up from her chair, Caroline argued, "Traditionally, families of equal standing should marry. Summer's background doesn't match ours!"She paused before addressing the heart of the matter. "James, even if I agreed to your marriage with Summer because you love her, she still hasn't fulfilled her duty. It's been over a year, and there's no sign of a child."Caroline couldn't compromise on this matter. A child was crucial to continue the Quigley family's legacy. Without a child, everything was at risk
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"Why not consider…" Caroline didn't continue speaking. However, James understood her intentions; Caroline wanted to seize the opportunity and persuade him to divorce Summer.There was no way James would relent. He scoffed, "It's just a matter of time that Summie gets pregnant. Mom, there's no need to force us to divorce."After that, James lost interest in continuing the discussion. He strode out the door, ignoring Caroline's calls to stop. Frustrated, she had no choice but to let him go.Luca shuffled in quietly, bowing slightly. "Mrs. Quigley, perhaps it's best not to rush this. Mr. Quigley is quite stubborn and hard to sway."Caroline nodded, knowing Luca was right. She knew James' temperament well, and pushing too hard might have the opposite effect. Hence, Caroline resolved to let things unfold on their own. But she was sure that Summer had no future in their family.Three days later, the Charter Corporation buzzed with its usual activities. Summer had just returned home fr
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Kelly, still sounding dejected, whispered on the phone, "Summie, what should I do? After this date, I doubt Keith will want to meet me again."The opportunity Summer secured for Kelly was just a one-time date. Logically, after one date, Kelly shouldn't expect a second chance.Summer wanted to get her friend another opportunity to meet with Keith, though. Although she suspected he wouldn't agree, she didn't want Kelly to feel let down. So, Summer said, "How about this? I'll give him a call and see if I can work something out. I don't think Keith would mind a second date.""Really?""Yeah. I'll do my best to talk to him. If it works out, I'll call you back.""Great! Thanks so much, Summie." Kelly finally felt slightly hopeful. Although Summer promised to do her best to get Kelly another date with Keith, she couldn't say for sure she'd succeed. She thought there was a high chance it wouldn't work out. But given the situation, she had to try. It wasn't every day that Kelly could
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Keith laughed as if Summer had just said a ridiculous joke. He said with disdain and mockery, "Do you really think Kelly and I are a good match? I've looked into her background. Even as a birthing tool, she doesn't measure up to me."Keith's words were harsh. He implied that marriage was only about having children, and he spoke of Kelly as if she were beneath him. Summer's anger flared. She could tolerate insults directed at her but not at her friends."Keith, mind your words. Just because Kelly likes you doesn't mean you can disregard her feelings and trample on her dignity.""Sorry, but that's just who I am." With that, Keith saw no point in continuing the conversation and hung up without another word.Summer was fuming as she heard the dial tone buzzing in her ears. Glaring at her phone, she muttered through clenched teeth, "That jerk! How dare he hang up on me!"Summer couldn't stand when others hung up on her—it was incredibly rude. Anger flared within her, but alongside it
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Summer's eyes widened in surprise. What did he mean by taking Kelly to see Hailey? Wasn't Hailey long gone? Was he suggesting they meet her ghost?Seeing her startled expression, James chuckled and clarified, "No, I don't mean meeting Hailey in person. I mean visiting her grave. "All Souls' Day is coming up in a week. Perhaps if Kelly takes Keith to pay respects, it might have some positive outcome."Summer was intrigued by James' suggestion. While Hailey was no longer alive, her grave could still evoke powerful memories and emotions in Keith. If Kelly accompanied him, it might be the perfect opportunity to help him confront his past.Summer felt a surge of excitement. Forgetting her surroundings in the elegant and serene restaurant, she stood up and cheered, "That's perfect!"Her outburst drew the attention of nearby diners, making Summer feel slightly self-conscious as all eyes turned toward her. She quickly sat back down, her cheeks flushed with embarrassment. Despite this,
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Summer was surprised. "You knew?""Of course. I could tell Keith wasn't into me. During our date, he was so distant. I'm not oblivious. How could I possibly not notice? And when I didn't hear from you about a second date, I figured he didn't agree. If he had, you'd have called me right away."Kelly was smarter than Summer thought. Even though Summer hadn't spelled everything out, Kelly had pieced it together."Summie, let me handle this and talk to Keith myself. You can't always be the one relaying the message, right? If I'm serious about pursuing him, I need to take some initiative."Kelly spoke with firm resolve, which showed that she was committed and serious about this.It was a rare moment, and Summer realized Kelly was right. She couldn't always be her friend's go-between. Although Summer wanted to protect Kelly, she knew she couldn't do so indefinitely. Since Kelly liked Keith, she should be brave enough to pursue him. Relying on others to gain happiness would be meanin
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Raindrops gently slipped through Keith's fingers, and he found the delicate, translucent droplets fascinating."'Mom, how does rain happen?"' he asked, filled with the wonder and curiosity a child would have. He couldn't understand how a bright, clear sky could suddenly bring rain.Hailey gazed down at him with a tender smile, brushing her hand gently over his hair. "'There's a Rain God up there. When the Rain God thinks the earth needs a break from the heat, he sends rain. Otherwise, the farmers' crops would dry up, and we wouldn't have any food."'"'Oh, so the Rain God is a good person!"' Keith said, his smile brightening even more. To him, the world was full of magical things. His mother had always said, "'Good deeds bring good fortune, and bad deeds bring trouble."'Keith believed there were gods watching over the world; they were the reason why humans could live happily and healthily. Some gods controlled the weather—like the rain god and the sun god, and others watched ov
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Keith played in the rain joyfully. His laughter was bright and innocent, much like a child savoring a lollipop.Hailey was elated to see Keith enjoying himself. She gently brushed back her hair and watched him with loving eyes. As Keith dashed farther down the path, she chased after him. Soon, they were playfully splashing at each other.The world blurred around them in the light rain; a cool breeze swept by, and water droplets danced in the air. Despite the misty weather, the scene felt vibrant and full of life, like an impromptu water park adventure.As the memory faded, Keith's present surroundings came back into focus. He stood at the window of Ritter Corporation, gazing out at the rain that blurred the cityscape. So much had changed since those days. He wasn't the carefree child who found joy in the smallest things anymore.Keith's gaze turned steely, his demeanor calm and composed. Settling back into his chair, he immersed himself once more in the demanding tasks that fil
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