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Something must have happened, and Stephen was definitely lying!"Then do you know that Irene was abducted for stealing Mead Clinic's research data? Tell me—who did you give it to?" Isaac was doing all he could to restrain his temper. Right now, what he must do was to get the full picture before coming up with an idea to rescue Irene.He would have flipped out in an instant because Stephen was being secretive, but he ultimately managed to stay calm."What?!" Stephen exclaimed in surprise. "That's impossible—the agreement was for Hotmesh Research to keep the data and develop a working prototype for the fully artificial heart in secret before announcing it nationally—""Did you know that they already announced it?" Isaac showed him the publication right then. "They now have the attention of everyone else in the business now, too."Stephen's eyes widened after he scanned through the paper and snapped, "They broke their promise! They're throwing Irene under the bus!""At least you
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"The director doesn't actually know…"Before Tobey could finish, Stephen had already cut him short. "You're the deputy director, but you're saying that you don't have the director's approval to publish that paper? Do you take us for idiots?""No, you misunderstand—what I meant was that the director does not know about the data," Tobey admitted. "He's at the age where he should retire soon, whereas I must contribute if I want to be promoted…""So you published the data and tried to pass it off as your own?!" Stephen's hands were clenched into fists—Irene had trusted him so much and handed him something so important.However, it was his own inability to find the right people that her effort went to waste, and now, she was in danger."Did you think you were going to make it just because you did this? I'll talk to the director and tell him the truth!" Stephen was beside himself with rage at Tobey's betrayal and continued, saying, "I trusted you—handed you something so monumental o
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Tobey was frustrated as he was caught between a rock and a hard place. However, since there was no way out of this, he simply aimed his crosshairs at Stephen and shot back, "Did you think you're any better than me? Are you sure you didn't want some goodies from that research data?""Unlike you, I understand how important the research data is for our own medical field's advancement. I was hoping it could have been used to its full potential, only for you to ruin everything. I hate myself for being a poor judge of character!"As both men kept arguing and even looked ready to get physical, Issac decided that he neither had the time nor the mood to listen.James received a call just then—their trackers had just finished their search."We don't have any details indicating that they left the country, sir.""I see." James hung up and turned to Isaac. "No news about them leaving the country. Maybe they are still in the country."Issac was not as optimistic.If anything, the first thin
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Ember could kick herself right then. Why did she forget to delete the text?It was now fuel for Zachary to suspect her!"They were trying to blackmail me, I was just playing along so that we can arrest them—""And they had to blackmail you?" Zachary's grip over her wrist became even more forceful. "You knew you did something wrong. That's why they have leverage against you and could blackmail you—""No!" Ember kept arguing. "I didn't do anything wrong! I really wanted to arrest them, not because I was guilty and would give them money—"Zachary frowned. "Stop trying to weasel your way out of this!""I'm not!" Ember had to keep denying, or Zachary would hate her and they would be unable to hide what happened to Lulu. "I swear, I never did anything wrong, and I was really trying to get my blackmailer arrested," she persisted.Zachary actually hesitated at that."We're already married, Ember. I don't want you to hurt Lulu, so tell me already—do you know where she is?"Ember held
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Mrs. Slate shielded Ember right then as she glared at her own son. "Have you gone crazy, Zachary? Are you still unable to see Lulu's true colors now?"Before Zachary could say anything, she continued, "Ember's child—no, your child and my grandchild—was lost because of that woman, or is that not enough for you? Why are you still looking for her now?!""She went missing. I'm worried—""You should be worried about Ember's health!" Mrs. Slate snapped in disappointment. "How could you ignore your own wife over another woman? Do you even know what you're doing to Ember?!"Zachary's hands clenched into fists at his sides. He had no evidence to prove that Ember knew where Lulu was and so, he had no grounds to retort against his mother.However, James was right—he could only ask Isaac for help now."She knows very well what she did. You all disappoint me."With that, he strode past them and out of the room.Ember finally came to her senses and cried, "Where are you going, Zachary?"S
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When Zachary found James, he immediately said, "I need a favor.""Sorry, but I don't have the time." James refused him right then, and gave him a serious look. "Look, I'm not refusing you for the heck of it, but Irene Spencer is trouble—""Lulu might be dead for all I know." Zachary was anxious. "I need to find her soon!"James helped his gaze in silence for seconds. "You finally understand how serious this is, huh? Don't you think it's too late already?"Zachary could not deny that he had been careless, even as James continued scathingly, "If Irene didn't return to us and asked to find out what happened to Lulu, you might really have presumed that she was just hiding and let the matter be altogether. It might already be too late now."Having no retort against that, Zachary knows that he could only count on himself now. "Yeah, I know."James reminded him. "I'm sure that Ember Lindt is the key for the whole mess."Zachary snorted. "I thought you can't help?" James shot him an i
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Even if Zachary did not like the idea, both Isaac and James were too busy to help.He could only count on himself to find Lulu—dead or alive!On the other hand, Ember was at once delighted and doubtful because Zachary had never been this kind to her.As if afraid that she was dreaming, she pinched herself in the arm.It hurt—she felt actual pain.She was not dreaming! Zachary was actually being nice to her!Holding his gaze, she said, "Thank you for believing me, Zachary. I promise I don't know anything about Lulu, and I didn't put up those banners…""That's enough—you don't have to say anything. I'd just let my frustrations get the better of me, so don't take it to heart," Zachary told her, gesturing for her to get into his car. "You can tell your chauffeur to drive home first.""Okay!" Ember nodded enthusiastically, sneaking glances at Zachary as she did. She was certainly obsessed with his good looks, so much so that she was crazy about him!Zachary could sense her gaze,
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Debbie had a diamond necklace around her neck—the very same necklace Isaac told James to bring."What are you doing?" James frowned. Startled, Debbie quickly turned away, clearly flustered by James's sudden appearance.Even as she struggled to explain herself, James strode in and saw that the entire set of diamond jewelry in the red velvet box had clearly been touched.He did not need imagination to know that it was all Debbie."This set of jewelry costs a fortune, but Mr. Jefferson procured it by coincidence and has always kept it in his safe. I was just coming to get it for Irene Spencer—how could you put it on yourself?"James always thought that Debbie was competent and experienced, and yet…Finally composing herself, Debbie replied, "Diamonds are a girl's best friend. Complain all you want—I just couldn't resist it."She had no other explanation since she was caught red-handed and her only option was to avoid embarrassing herself further.James stared at her for seconds,
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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
