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Irene frowned worriedly. "I think I saw Ricky."Isaac turned towards where she was looking, but saw nothing. "Are you sure you're not mistaken?"Irene shook her head. "No."She couldn’t have been—it was obviously Ricky.He sounded frantic when she called him today, and he was acting all shady just now—something was clearly wrong with Ricky!Nonetheless, Isaac put an arm around Irene’s shoulder and said, "I've told Stan to look into him. He’d have something soon if Ricky really was messing around at Spencer Holdings. Come on, let's go."Irene nodded, feeling gradually uneasy. Her foreboding feeling soon came true!Stan discovered that Ricky was the one who leaked news about the casino ship."How could it be him?" Irene asked in disbelief. "He should have no reason to do it…"However, Ricky's unusual behavior meant otherwise."Did you find anything else? Has he been up to anything recently?” Irene kept on asking Stan."I did, but there's nothing unusual there," Stan replied.
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Tommy was clearly uncomfortable in Irene’s hold. He was flailing his arms around, and was choking with tears from time to time, but not crying out loud. It was obvious that he was sick.Irene kissed his cheek, her heart aching for him. "When did you notice that he was sick?""Before I called you," Sheryl replied.Irene nodded—all they could do is wait for the test results.In the meantime, Irene took Tommy to someplace quiet, hoping that he would be more comfortable with less people around. However, that didn’t seem to make things better for Tommy—he soon began to cry. Too young to put feelings to words, it was the only thing he could do.Knowing that he was in a bad condition, Irene told Sheryl, "I’ll get him checked. Wait here for the lab results."Sheryl nodded. "Okay. Go on."Irene brought Tommy to the outpatient service—the only option left for her was to examine any possible cause of discomfort.While she waited, the lab results were soon out, and Sheryl rushed to Irene
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Ricky was the caller. He asked, "I heard Tommy’s sick. Is he better now?"Irene did her best to pretend that she never found out, and instead asked calmly, "Who told you that Tommy is sick?""Sheryl told me," Ricky replied."My mom?" Irene exclaimed in feigned surprise, setting her bait.Ricky naturally took the bait, and pressed, "What happened to Tommy?"Irene's gaze turned cool and vicious. She had believed that Ricky was different from Samantha, and so had done her best to encourage him, caring for him and making him feel like family.Yet…"Yeah," she finally said."Is it serious?" Ricky asked worriedly. "He's been admitted. You can come by to check on him if you're worried," Irene told him."Alright, which hospital is it? I'll be right there."Irene gave him a location before hanging up and calling Isaac."Hello?""It's me. Can you send me some well-trained bodyguards?"Isaac grew tense right there and then. "What happened?""Can you send them?" Irene refrained fro
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Irene was naturally relieved to have Isaac’s men standing guard. She headed to the elevator, when Ricky happened to arrive, appearing tense. "Where's Tommy? Is he better now? Can I visit him?"Irene calmly studied Ricky’s face, intending to find a tell and perceive if his anxiety was feigned.However, he appeared to be too good an actor—she found nothing!"Come with me, Ricky." She entered the elevator and pressed the button to head downstairs."Is there something you need?" Ricky asked."Yeah," Irene answered quickly."What is it?" "I'll tell you later," Irene replied."Okay." Ricky did not say anything else.When the elevator stopped, Irene left the elevator first and headed straight to the parking lot behind the hospital, leading Ricky there."Irene? Why did you take me here?" Ricky asked, uncertain.Irene ensured that there was no one around before she answered him. "I have a question—are you sure my mother told you that Tommy was sick?"Ricky didn’t expect that from
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Irene promptly cut Ricky short, disregarding his cries. "Don't give me that! Just tell me—do you still hold a grudge against me? Or did someone tell you to do this?!"Ricky quickly shook his head. "You're family, I'd never hold a grudge… Someone threatened me.""Who?" Irene asked sharply.Ricky took out his phone and gave it to her. "Look here—it's anonymous, so I don't even know who it is. I can't track the guys down, either."Irene glanced at the screen and frowned. "Your mom’s supposed to be in prison, isn't she?""I checked. She's really gone," Ricky admitted, coming clean now that he has nothing to hide. "Every text sent to me was encrypted, and they're threatening me with my mother's life! I can't—""So they told you to hurt Tommy?" Irene cut him short.Ricky nodded fervently. "Yes! They seemed to know every detail about me, and gave me the substance by mail. They told me it won't hurt Tommy, but I knew that it won't do him good either… S-So I just put in a small amount…"
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Irene became tense immediately. Isaac’s appearance took her by surprise.Still, she composed herself as best as she could and smiled. "Hey…"Isaac looked up, his expression impassive. "Where have you been?""I—I had something to do." Irene fumbled to find the right words while deliberately avoiding Isaac's gaze as she walked to the table, pouring him a glass of water to hide her awkwardness. "You haven’t told me why you're here…"Isaac's voice turned cool. "Shouldn't I check on my son when he's sick?"Irene lowered her gaze, guilty. Isaac stared at her for a heartbeat, and turned grumpy.She wasn’t going to tell him, even though Tommy was their child and was being harmed.Did she not trust him, or was there some other reason?"I'm taking Tommy with me," he suddenly announced. Irene looked up right then. "Why?""He's my son.""He's my son too!" Irene promptly shot back.Isaac held her gaze for a while before saying slowly, "You think you'd have a child without me?"Irene
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They left the hospital with the bodyguards escorting them, not to Isaac’s mansion, but to the residence where he kept Irene prisoner before.There weren’t many who knew about this place, and it was relatively safer than Isaac's mansion. Moreover, he had arranged for people to keep constant watch for additional security. Zachary arrived just as they put Tommy on the bed—Isaac had called him here.He wasn’t a doctor now, but he still had enough connections to find the best and most reliable pediatrician to act as Tommy's attending physician, no matter how much it cost Isaac. Although he had to resign as a doctor, which was his favorite job, he had to go with his mother's arrangement to work at Slate Industries for Lulu Adams's sake.Zachary searched his memory for a while, and soon came up with the right man for the job."Leave this to me," he said. Isaac said, "Make it fast.""Okay," Zachary replied, and glanced at Irene. "Why would you need another doctor for your baby, though
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Once the first board member loyal to Isaac spoke out, more board members nodded. Some rose to their feet and declared their support for him to keep his position as CEO.They had all seen Isaac’s ability, and knew that they were only paid dividends despite holding small portions of the company's shares because Isaac constantly led Sky Group to new heights. On the other hand, would they really be able to enjoy the same benefits without hard work if there was a change in leadership? They were naturally suspicious. Not to mention, Ian’s crime called his father's character into question. That being said, Henry only called for the board meeting because he had privately contracted many board members, asking that they endorse Greg—that was why Greg appeared so confident. Naturally, Henry would rather support Ian because Ian was young and more or less capable. Unfortunately, Ian was now under investigation for his casino ship. There was no way Ian could be here, just as the board was un
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Soon after the wedding, Mr. Fowler proposed for Stan to work at his company to get used to the work over there.He was worried as he did not have much time left, and it would not do if he was gone before the proper arrangements were made.Still, Stan returned to Franconia with Isaac and his family, sorting out things at work and finishing every task he had on hand.While Isaac used to have a lot of free time with Stan around, he was just slightly busier after Stan left. After all, no company should operate in a way that losing a single person would stall all their operations.And after a week, Stan sorted out all the remaining tasks he had in Franconia and returned to Zidonia to start work at the Fowlers' family business.While Stan had property in Zidonia too, he moved into the Fowlers' mansion, but not as a live-in son-in-law. He was simply aware of Mr. Fowler's illness, and Rea wanted to spend more time with her parents.And as the son-in-law, he was obliged to do that much.
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Despite feeling wistful, Mr. Fowler eventually passed Rea's hand to Stan. "I hope you will both cherish each other from now on."Rea told him, "We will."Thereafter, it was the usual proceedings of a wedding, with exchange of rings and vows, the wedding speech, and the luncheon!Though everything went smoothly, Mrs. Fowler could not help shedding tears.She was pleased that her daughter was finally getting married, especially since she was looking forward to this.But now that Rea really did marry, she was worried that her life might get difficult and unhappy.Such was the worrisome nature of mothers.-Later, Stan led Rea to Isaac's table.They were all acquainted, but Stan introduced everyone once again to reacquaint them with Rea.After all, she was no longer Zachary's friend's cousin now, but Stan's wife.Erin was grinning from ear to ear. "Congratulations.""Thank you." Rea smiled in return."Congrats," Baby said, imitating the adults.Rea reached out to stroke his c
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Zachary said, "I heard you sealed the deal with Rea Fowler, and her family is preparing for your wedding."Stan smiled. "I'm the look of success—getting a girl couldn't be simpler. See? I'm getting married already.""Well, I guess we're all taken now," Erin said.Tommy poked his head up just then. "Congratulations, Uncle Stan.""Thank you." Stan chuckled, patting his head."Also, I heard that you're marrying into the Fowler family?" Zachary asked.Everyone turned to stare at Stan in shock, but it was understandable.Stan was not that modest that he would have to go that far—he had money and was successful enough to afford a wife.Still, Zachary—who knew the Fowlers—suggested, "To be fair, they do need someone to take care of the family business…"-Either way, it meant that Irene's family would be delaying their return trip to Franconia.After all, none of them had expected to attend Stan's wedding so soon after Zachary's.Stan himself did not expect that either, as he had
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"What's the problem? We've already slept together," Rea said as she put her clothes on.She frowned as Stan was still on the bed and not moving. "What, are you going to stay in my bed forever?""What am I supposed to wear?" Stan shrugged. "You haven't brought my clothes here.""I'll get it for you."Rea remembered his suitcase then and hurried downstairs to bring it up."Wear whatever you like. I'll be waiting downstairs," she said and hurried away.Stan got out of bed and put on a suit—it was only right to dress formally when it came to discussing marriage.After cleaning up and heading downstairs, he found Rea sandwiched by her parents.Stan had no idea if she had already mentioned it, but both Mr. and Mrs. Fowler were both staring at him, leaving him further tense.Clearing his throat, Stan began, "Excuse me, but—""Yes, we agree to you marrying our daughter.""You mean marrying into our family," Rea corrected them.Everyone else was staring at her before asking all at o
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If Rea asked her parents now, they would only get sad, and life would become difficult for everyoneWhat should she do to make them happy?Right, she could get married! Her parents would definitely be pleased. As for the choice of bridegroom, did she not have one readily available here?If Stan could pretend to be her boyfriend, he could definitely be her husband too.They could fake their marriage if they had to!Putting the medical file back where she found it, she wobbled up to her feet and left the room.Stan had yet to step out of the bathroom when she returned, so she sat on the bed and waited.After a while, Stan stepped out with a towel around his waist and paused when he saw Rea sitting there. "Where are my clothes?" He asked, presuming that Rea had forgotten since there was nothing on the bed or the table. "My suitcase is still in your car trunk."Rea turned toward him. "Let's get married."Stan was left speechless for a moment and soon chuckled, "Did you forge
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Mrs. Fowler smacked her daughter, but while Rea thought she was angry, she said instead, "Just do your best."Rea's mind was blown—were her parents bewitched? They were completely different from before! A long time ago, her parents had used to tell her that she did not have to marry as long as she was happy.But later on, they had persistently sent her on blind dates… and now, they were telling her to seduce a man?Touching her mother's forehead, Rea asked, "Are you sick?"Mrs. Fowler slapped her hand off. "Your dad and I are leaving now.""Yeah." Mr. Fowler nodded. "The chauffeur is waiting."Rea walked them to the door and watched as their car left before returning inside.She did not go upstairs since Stan was asleep, and she would be bored—she was the type who just could not sit still.However, it was inappropriate if she left since that would leave nobody home.In her boredom, she thought of pranking Stan. She headed upstairs to find him asleep, and soundly at that.Ca
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Unable to argue against her parents, Rea said, "Fine, fine. Whatever you say."Mrs. Fowler smiled. "Then help Stan upstairs to get some rest.""Which room?" Rea asked.Mrs. Fowler realized with a start and quickly said, "Oh, there's no bedding in the guest room… So let him stay in your room."Rea was left staring at her in shock. "When did you get so open-minded? Letting a man stay in your daughter's room?"Mrs. Fowler shrugged. "What can he do when he's drunk?""Haven't you heard of drunken fumbles?" Rea asked.Both Mr. and Mrs. Fowler shook their heads at the same time. "Nope."Rea was left totally speechless—this was just outrageous!She would think that Stan was actually their son, if it was not for the fact that they were not acquainted before.They were not like this before either—even if they were urging her to get married, they were not throwing her at a man like this!Mr. Fowler then said, "If anything happens, we'll demand that he takes responsibility and marries y
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"I get it," Stan replied quietly. "I wouldn't have been upset even if you didn't explain yourself. But since you did, I forgive you."Rea's brow creased as she pursed her lips. "See? I knew it. We really shouldn't be too nice to you."While Stan was speechless, Mrs. Fowler was enthusiastically putting food on Stan's plate. "This is our family's favorite dish. Try it."Stan nodded after a bite. "It's good."Mrs. Fowler smiled, while Mr. Fowler poured him a glass of wine. "Can you hold your liquor?"Stan smiled. "More or less.""You're being humble now." Mr. Fowler smiled at him. "You're definitely a good drinker.""A little."Rea had enough right then. "Dad, Stan has work to do, and he has to return to Franconia tomorrow. You're going to make things difficult for him."Mr. Fowler smiled awkwardly. "Right…" "You think?" Rea huffed, snatching his wine away. "Everyone only gets to have one glass."Mr. Fowler glared at Rea. "Party pooper."Rea shrugged. "I'm doing this for your
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Rea turned her head aside. "Then what's your hobby?"Stan did a double take and remembered his life… which was work and more work.It had been years since he took leave, and he would not get to goof off the last few days if it had not been for Zachary's wedding.Hobby? He certainly did not have anything like that.Now that he thought about it, his life was boring and monotonous, and he did not have anyone very close.That was why he wanted a kind, understanding wife to care and offer him company while he took care of her needs.When he looked up at Rea, he clearly felt that she was not for him—he needed someone to take care of him, but with her, he would be busy taking care of her instead."You're looking at me weirdly," Rea suddenly said."How so?" Stan asked.Rea moved closer, looking him in the eyes and asking solemnly, "Don't tell me—you've fallen for me?""You don't just suffer from a flawed personality—you're narcissistic too."Stan pursed his lips and checked the tim
