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Irene was confused. "Why is he being petty?"She turned to Isaac with a look as if to ask: what are you being petty about?Zachary then explained, "He doesn't like me calling you 'Irene'. I mean, we both go way back, and I've always been calling you 'Irene'. But he's so petty he forbade me from doing it—please reason with him if you have the time to do so."Irene was utterly speechless.These two grown men could not have been more childish! Meanwhile, Zachary appeared gleeful. "Don't you think he's petty, just like a child?"Irene stared at him then. "There's something I've been keeping from you, Zachary."Zachary was still smiling. "What is it?""Lulu got married," Irene replied.Zachary's smile stiffened even before she was finished, and it was hilarious to see it left freezing on his face.Naturally, it was Isaac's turn to tease him. "You shouldn't be petty. She's married already, right?"Zachary said nothing, but sprang to his feet in disbelief, staring at Irene as he s
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Isaac was at once speechless, helpless, and amused. "You're really not taking anything lying down, huh?"Irene smiled. "I got that from you. Didn't you hear Zachary? I'm taking after you.""Fine." Isaac gave in, tugging at the hem of her blouse. "I am jealous."Irene sat down then, while he brushed her sidelocks with his clean, strong fingers. "Stay home over the next few days, Irene," he said in his deep voice solemnly.Irene turned toward him. "Are you worried that Neil Turner would try to hurt me again? I have to show up at court if he maintains his lawsuit, not to mention that our priority right now is to find out what killed Dennis.""I'll get a forensic doctor—""I've already asked Lulu." Irene cut him short.Isaac stared calmly at her for several heartbeats. "She agreed to it?"Irene nodded. "Yeah."Isaac thought about it, and he then said, "Alright, let's go with that. The cause of death is priority."They would come up with solutions afterwards, although Isaac had
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Lulu's smile was forced as she quietly replied, "Yeah."Irene sharply noticed the change in Lulu's expression. Still, she blinked a couple times but said nothing.If Lulu was keeping quiet, it meant she did not want to tell Irene.As such, Irene simply smiled as if she never noticed. "When you stay with us—"Lulu cut her short before she could finish, "We're staying at a hotel, since there are many people in your home and you'd be inconvenienced. I'll help you out, and I'll be ready to leave once I'm done."Lulu was right—Irene did not expect her to bring her husband. Considering that, staying at her home might not be appropriate. "I'll book a hotel room for you then," Irene said as she whipped out her phone.Lulu did not stop her this time. "Thank you very much. It's your fault for being rich."Irene gave her a playful nudge. "Don't tease me."Once she booked a room and hung up, Lulu asked, "So? What's this favor you need?""Look, I didn't know you were pregnant—I would
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Irene quickly strode up and grabbed Zachary's arm, warning quietly, "Don't do anything stupid. Lulu is happy now—please don't affect her life now."Zachary lowered his gaze at her in turn, growling, "So you weren't lying, Irene. She really is married."Irene tightened her hold over his arm, warning, "I'm begging you."Zachary shot her a look, but he soon started laughing.And he was getting louder by the second. Still, he was merely laughing at himself for being delusional!"Calm down. I won't mess with her," he said, his voice turning calm just then. "Now, let me go."However, Irene did not because she was still skeptical. "Zachary…""Why don't you trust me, hmm?" Zachary smiled.As Irene slowly released him, Zachary looked up and met Lulu's gaze.She was frozen stiff, as if lead suddenly filled her body!Feeling her stiffness, Martin asked softly, "Are you alright?"Lulu promptly lowered her eyes to avoid Zachary's gaze. "N-No. Just suddenly felt a little chilly.""I to
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Irene gingerly asked Lulu, "Are you alright? I just wanted to get a nicer hotel. I didn't think we would run into Zachary—""Irene." Lulu cut her short with a smile. "I'm fine."Studying Lulu's face for seconds, Irene decided to keep quiet after ensuring that she was.Changing the subject, she asked, "You've been away for a while. Anything you'd like to eat? It's my treat."Lulu thought about it. "Strawberry cake."Irene was speechless—they could get that anywhere!"Just cake? It's not that often you come back.""Fine, but after dinner."Martin joined them as they headed out to eat, before getting the strawberry cake as well."When can I take a look at the body?" Lulu asked. "Anytime. Isaac has already arranged everything with the hospital," Irene said. "But you should rest before you go—it was a long journey and you're pregnant.""No. If it's alright with you, I'd like to get it done soon and head home." It was obvious that Lulu did not want to linger, so Irene called Is
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The remains of a broken test tube lay on the floor, and Isaac strode into the room, studying Irene from head to toe."Are you alright?"Irene shook her head. "I'm fine."Isaac frowned—her face was pale, and she appeared weak as she lay against a desk.Still, he asked, "Did you find something?""Dennis was definitely poisoned," she replied. "I found traces of hemlock in the sample Lulu gave me.""Hemlock?" Isaac asked. "What's that?""It's a poisonous plant," Irene explained. "You can extract enough poison to kill two oxen with a single shrub."However, she had no idea who would poison Dennis—he had been admired and loved during his time at Hotmesh Research, and no one held enmity against him."Maybe he consumed it by mistake?""No," Irene said confidently. "That can't happen because hemlock doesn't exist here—it's indigenous to another continent. Moreover, there should be initial symptoms such as exhaustion, accelerated heart rate, cerebral hypoxia, and fainting. It would the
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Still feeling muddled as she picked up her phone, Irene answered, "Hello?""Were you still asleep?" Lulu asked.Irene looked up at the clock and saw that it was already past nine. She sat up, rubbing her eyes. "I had a late night, so I overslept.""I knew it. Anyway, we found something suspicious from the video you gave—up and at it, girl. Let's meet up."Irene pulled off her blanket and got out of bed. "Alright, I'll meet you at the hotel.""Okay."Once she put away her phone, Irene quickly got dressed and washed up. She headed downstairs, where Isaac was teaching Tommy chess."I need to go," Irene said, heading straight to the porch and putting on her shoes. Isaac put down his chess piece and patted Tommy's head. "Let's continue when I come home."Tommy pouted unhappily in silence.Isaac told him. "Be a good boy, and I'll buy you a toy." Tommy promptly looked up, beaming. "I want a Transformers toy.""Okay," Isaac said, making his way to Irene. "You haven't eaten yet.
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Irene appeared agitated, but Lulu held her hand and made her sit. "You should be pleased that they're not after you." "No, I won't be pleased. They killed a man just for money!" Still, Irene soon noticed that she was getting too emotional, and she quickly apologized, "Sorry."Lulu smiled, thinking nothing of it. "I know you can't accept the evils of humanity… Well, I'm used to it."Which was why she thought it perfectly natural."Either way, we now have a suspect. Top that with some evidence, and we'd be able to prove your innocence."Still, Irene's phone rang just after Lulu was finished and she glanced at it.She snorted, but she was otherwise calm—it was yet another court summons as Neil Turner sued her again. She was not at all surprised, and she sat down to gather herself.Nwo, she just had to wait for Isaac to do his thing, since Martin had already pointed out the suspect. It was the nurse who brought Dennis a glass of water.Dennis fainted soon after, and he died
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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
