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The President's Darling Chapter 854
Kelly's words, though directed at Hailey, were meant for Keith. Rather than trying to unravel his emotional barriers indirectly, she decided to confront him directly about how to address them.Keith, who had been standing behind her, frowned and said with a hint of irritation, "Kelly, stop fooling around. Let's leave."Kelly shot him a defiant look. "No. I'm being upfront with you. I brought you here to visit your mother because you're too emotionally guarded. You always hold back your true feelings, and it's clear that this isn't who you really are."She was done with subtlety, knowing that Keith, with his sharp mind, would figure out her real intentions.Keith's face grew cold, reverting to his usual detached expression. The earlier episode didn't seem to have caused any change. Annoyed by Kelly's persistence, he said firmly, "If you don't leave, then I will."He turned to walk away, but Kelly quickly stepped in front of him and grabbed his arm. "Are you really so afraid to show
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Keith stayed silent. He turned to face Kelly, their eyes locking as the rain continued to fall. His hair and clothes were soaked, but he seemed indifferent. As he looked at Kelly, his eyes began to glisten, and soon tears formed.Kelly was confused by the drastic change in his emotions. Was it rain or tears on his face? Gently, she lifted her hand and carefully wiped the droplets from his cheeks. Keith didn't pull away; he let her touch him, and then, with a sigh and a resigned smile, he murmured, "I give up. I give up.""What do you mean by that?" Kelly asked, bewildered. Before she could get an answer, Keith suddenly pulled her into his arms. It wasn't just an embrace—he leaned down and pressed a soft kiss to her forehead.Everything seemed to freeze as if a camera had captured the scene, and the world around them fell silent.Realizing what had just happened, Kelly's face flushed, her heart racing as she looked up at Keith in shock. Yet, he remained silent, leaning his chin
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"He killed my mother. I'm going to make him pay. I've become what I am to seek revenge." Keith leaned in, his nose almost touching Kelly's, his face mere inches from hers. "I can feel your affection for me, and I can't deny that I'm moved by you as well. So, will you join me in this quest for vengeance? Even if it leads us to damnation, will you stand by me?”Kelly had always prided herself on her rationality. She knew well what was right and what was wrong. Back in school, while her dorm mates conspired to cheat on exams, she was the only one who studied diligently. It wasn't that she was foolish or averse to shortcuts; she simply didn't want to bear the risks. If Kelly decided to join Keith in his revenge, she could win his heart. But what would she lose in the process? If she chose to join Keith in seeking vengeance, what actions would that entail? While she knew she couldn't condone illegal activities, she understood Keith's nature well enough to know he might very well go
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"Let's go. It's just a Christmas party. I'll dress up nicely and won't embarrass you," Summer said. "That's good to hear," James replied, relieved to see Summer so relaxed about it. This was exactly what he had hoped for—that they could attend the event without any unnecessary stress.Having settled the matter, James changed the subject. "How are things progressing with Kelly and Keith?"Summer shook her head, admitting she wasn't entirely sure. "I think it's going well? They're on their second date now. I'll call Kelly later to get the details.""That's good. I really want Keith to find happiness, but..." James trailed off, seeming hesitant to continue.Summer, never one for suspense, pressed on. "What is it? Is there a problem with them being together?""It won't be smooth sailing for Keith and Kelly. The family dynamics are the main obstacle," James explained."Family dynamics?" Summer asked."Yeah. Family dynamics." James sighed, his expression resigned as he began to expl
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After entering the bedroom, Summer called Kelly, who quickly answered."Is that you, Summie?""Yes, it's me. How did it go? Are things progressing smoothly between you and Keith?" Summer replied cheerfully."Very smoothly. We're actually a couple now," Kelly said, her voice brimming with joy. The news caught Summer off guard. Surprised by this development, she double-checked. "You're not joking, right? Are you two really together?""Yes, we're officially together. As of today, he's my boyfriend. We even kissed," Kelly revealed.Summer was speechless by the explosive news. Their relationship seemed to be moving incredibly fast, and they were already kissing on their second date.Summer's mind started racing with questions. Who took the initiative? Hence, she teasingly asked, "Don't tell me you made the first move, Kelly?""Of course not! He kissed me!" Kelly replied firmly.Despite Kelly's assurance, Summer couldn't help but worry. If Kelly had initiated the kiss, Summer might
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Some things were worth trying. If Kelly and Keith faced potential conflicts or unhappiness later, they could always break up. Besides, Summer would be keeping an eye on their relationship, so there was no need to worry too much.Kelly, however, felt pressured. She wasn't sure if being with Keith would bring her happiness, but being with him was what she wanted. She believed that things would work out naturally over time.Kelly also felt the need to thank Summer. If Summer hadn't suggested they visit Keith's mother's grave, she and Keith might not have gotten together so smoothly. She expressed her heartfelt gratitude over the phone: "Thank you, Summie.""No problem. If anything happens, make sure to tell me. Don't forget we're best friends.""I understand," Kelly replied.After hanging up, Summer smiled contentedly. Her biggest concern had been Kelly's situation, but now that Kelly and Keith were together, the weight on her heart was lifted. However, to ensure Kelly's relation
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"Yeah?"Kelly hesitated, her lips parting slightly. "Are we really going to do that?" she asked uncertainly."Do what? Are you asking me to devour you right now?" Keith teased with a mischievous grin. His strong hands pulled Kelly closer, enveloping her petite frame in his embrace.Kelly squirmed even though she knew she couldn't break free. She lightly tapped his chest. "I meant about your family's situation."Keith paused, then gently kissed her forehead. "Yes. If you want to be with me, I need your help with that.""I can help you, but do you love me? Or are you just using me to achieve your goals?" "Both," Keith replied.Keith's willingness to be with Kelly stemmed from a mix of love and personal gain. As he spoke, he slowly began removing Kelly's top, revealing her porcelain skin in the soft lamplight. Keith leaned in, his nose grazing her collarbone. His tongue traced a line along her neck, eliciting a soft moan from Kelly as she closed her eyes, her cheeks flushing.
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Summer expressed her frustration. "Busy? He can't even meet his girlfriend's friends?"Kelly, holding the coffee Summer ordered for her, replied with a hint of annoyance, "It's not like he hasn't met you before. Don't be so petty, Summie."Summer's plan to see how Kelly and Keith's relationship was progressing fell through since Keith didn't show up. She sighed and suggested, "Since Keith isn't here, there's not much to discuss. When he's free, arrange for us to meet. I'd like for all of us to have dinner together, and I'll invite James, too.""Invite James? Are you suggesting the four of us have dinner together?" Kelly was taken aback, knowing the dynamic between James and Keith. Having those two cold personalities in one place could make for a tense atmosphere.Summer reminded her, "Have you forgotten the promise we made back in high school?"Ten years ago, on the rooftop balcony of their high school, Summer and Kelly lay on the floor, gazing at the sky. They made a solemn v
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"Of course. I'm the chairman of Charter Corporation, after all. Why can't I continue working? I took care of Charter Corporation back when you got married, didn't I?" Fred patted his chest firmly, looking quite confident.Summer also believed that her father would be able to manage the company well if she left it in his care.Fred was the founder of Charter Corporation, after all. He had worked on it for decades, and he was the person who knew it the best. If he was the one taking over, Summer definitely had no reason to worry.However, Fred had already retired, so he should be relaxing at home at his age. Summer felt a little bad if he was suddenly asked to manage the company again.James comforted Summer, saying, "Summie, why don't you let him help you? Of all the people in Charter Corporation, he must be the person who's the most invested in the company other than you.""That's right." Fred smiled confidently. "How can I not care about my own company? Don't worry, Summer. Just
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They were having a meal right now, so where was Fred going? Summer asked in confusion, "Dad, where are you going?"When Summer asked the question, Fred had already left the living room. He seemed to be on his way back to his room.Amelia explained, "He's preparing a gift for you.""Preparing a gift? What gift?"Soon, the gift Amelia mentioned was brought over to them.Fred was carrying a large cardboard box, which he processed to place on the table. He retrieved children's toys, baby clothes, and a jigsaw puzzle from the box.Summer was speechless when she saw that. So this was the sort of gift Amelia was talking about. But why would Fred give her these things out of the blue?Holding the clothes, Fred explained gleefully, "Several months ago, Amelia and I were shopping when we came across some baby products. We were wondering when you'd have children, and we feared that you wouldn't be able to buy all the baby products you would need, so we bought some ahead of time."Summer s
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Nearby, James faked a cough as if there was another matter at hand. Noticing something off with his expression, Summer thought that he choked on something, so she asked, "Would you like some water?""No, thanks… Summie, did you forget why we came here in the first place?"Thanks to James' reminder, Summer finally remembered that she wasn't here for a simple visit. She had to tell her parents the good news of her pregnancy.At that moment, Amelia and Fred were leisurely enjoying the food. Summer knew that if they heard the news, they might get overwhelmed with emotion, so she decided to give them a heads-up. "Dad, Mom, we actually came here to tell you an important piece of news. Maybe you can stop eating for now.""What's the matter?" Fred asked curiously."Well… This is a very serious matter. Before I break the news, I'd like you to be as calm as possible. Please don't get too worked up."When Amelia and Fred heard that, they exchanged glances. They had no idea what exactly Summ
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For example, Summer and James were taking a walk in the park. They might look like they were alone, but in reality, more than a dozen bodyguards were hiding in bushes and various corners of the park. To protect the child, the Quigleys pulled out all the stops to ensure Summer's safety."Alright, I get it." Summer chose to compromise. She was living a wonderful life at the Quigley residence, after all, so she felt like she shouldn't ask for too much.Also, as Caroline had said, Summer would regain freedom once she gave birth to the child. Summer would be able to live her happy life with James then, and Caroline wouldn't be around to nag her about the child.The next morning, the Quigleys arranged for a luxurious limousine to send Summer and James to the Charter Estate. Amelia and Fred already knew that their daughter would be coming over, so they were waiting at the entrance. When they saw their dear daughter, elated expressions appeared on their faces."Summer, you're back! We've p
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Hence, Summer could do whatever she pleased. If Caroline dared to restrict her freedom, Summer would be upset, and Caroline wouldn't want that.As Summer walked along the even path of the park, she did some stretches to loosen up. "It's a nice life. Before this, I was worried that something bad might happen if I returned to the Quigley residence, but now, it looks like I was overthinking it. Caroline is very good to me, and the others respect me too.""I'm glad to hear that. I was also worried that you wouldn't be able to get used to staying in the Quigley residence. You're pregnant, after all." James glanced at Summer's belly, his eyes filled with fatherly love and tenderness. By the looks of it, he had intended to be a father a long time ago."Hold your horses. I've only been pregnant for three weeks. They say that the baby will be born after ten months of pregnancy, and it's not even been a month yet, let alone ten." With that, Summer suddenly held James' hand and guided it tow
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What would it mean to Howe if he gave up on the position of the head of the family? It meant that he would have to depend on someone else to survive, and he would be giving up on glory and riches along with a life filled with extravagance.Thanks to his wealthy background, Howe was already used to life like this. If James became the head of the family in the future, he might exercise his authority as the head of the family to limit Howe's movements. Howe would be stripped of freedom.Maeve felt that Howe was right as well. Her current life of luxury was built upon mountains of cash. If Howe didn't get to be the head of the family, he would definitely face restrictions."Howe, I want you to be the head of the family as well, but do you really have confidence in your capabilities? Your brother is so outstanding, and he's the official heir, too."Maeve hit the nail on the head. This was exactly what Howe was worried about as well. There was a world of difference between him and James,
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So, when Caroline asked her to stay in the Quigley residence, Summer somewhat reluctantly agreed.At noon the next day, dark clouds filled the sky, making it look bleak. However, in the bustling Rosseera City, things were as lively as usual.In a luxury hotel situated in the city center, Howe was sitting on a chair, holding a glass of wine in one hand while his other arm was wrapped around the waist of a beautiful woman. At that moment, his expression was as gloomy as the weather.The young woman was good at reading the room. Extending her fingers, she traced circles on Howe's pink shirt. She asked, "What's the matter, Howe? You seem to be in a bad mood today. Could there be anyone in Rosseera City who's bold enough to offend you?""Hmph…" Howe didn't say a word. Instead, he downed the whole glass of wine.Noticing that he wasn't saying anything, the young woman pursed her lips and planted a kiss on his cheek. Smiling, she asked, "What's going on? Are you going to say that women w
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James didn't want to agree to this arrangement. Even though it wasn't explicitly mentioned, he was fully aware that Summer didn't want to stay at the Quigley residence. Hence, he said, "I'll take care of Summer, Mom. I even hired Tina to look after her needs. You know how dependable Tina is. With her around, everything will be fine.""Nonsense. Even if Tina was there, there's only so much she can do on her own. This Quigley grandchild is extremely important. I can't just let her handle everything by herself.""That won't be an issue, Mom. Besides, Summer won't feel comfortable staying here either." Summer's feelings were James' top priority. Caroline could see this as well. In the end, the decision was Summer's to make. So, instead of addressing James, she turned to Summer and asked, "Would you like to stay at the Quigley residence, Summie?"If it were up to Summer, she'd say no. There was no way she would want to stay here out of her own free will. Just the mere sight of Caroli
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Howe was the quietest person at the table. He was dressed in a shirt with floral patterns, and his hair was slightly curly. He was as still as a rock. He had a look of terror on his face for a while now—he didn't know that Summer was pregnant.Now that his parents were talking about it, he immediately asked, "Pregnant? Is Summer pregnant?""Yes, she is—haven't you heard?" Caroline replied. "No… How is she suddenly pregnant? I didn't hear anything about it until now." "I only found out recently as well." Caroline's hand moved over her mouth before she continued, "Isn't it great? You're going to be an uncle soon.""Yeah. I can't wait." Howe put on a forced smile.Everyone in the family was overjoyed by the news—except Howe Quigley. The Quigleys had a family rule. If the heir had a child, his position as the head of the family would be set in stone.So, if James welcomed a baby, Howe would lose the opportunity to take his place as the family heir. By that logic, he would never be
