Tobias reviewed the document and called Finn using the internal line. "I've reviewed the document. I have no objections. Please arrange a time with these four business owners to sign the agreement.""Okay, Mr. Ripley."Since Finn had fallen for Joaquin's sham in Amestria, he was meticulous after receiving Tobias' warning.Finn made a call. "Avery, I have a task for you.""Sure, Mr. Carter."Finn said, "There are four CEOs. Send someone to keep a close watch on their every move. If possible, find a way to tap into their communications.""You can leave this to me!"Finn and Avery were Tobias' right-hand men. He couldn't lose either of them.At this moment, Joaquin, who was being monitored, thought he had everything under control. A smug smirk appeared on his face. Little did he know that he'd underestimated Ripley Group's resources. A more thorough investigation had been quietly underway for some time.…Lucy and Brett returned to the wooden house the next day. After breakfas
Tobias grinned and laughed when he heard Lucy’s words of affection. "Babe, I missed you too."As he spoke, he hugged Lucy and lowered his head to lock his lips with hers. The private jet ascended steadily, its propeller whipping up a swift breeze. Their clothes and hair danced in the wind, creating a perfectly romantic scene.Howard and Agatha were watching from behind. They were grinning and covering their faces in embarrassment.Tobias and Lucy kissed passionately and unwillingly parted, both breathless."Darling, are you surprised that I suddenly came back?""Yes, of course I am." He didn't need to keep the bed warm on his own anymore.Lucy looked behind Tobias and noticed Howard and Agatha. Her face instantly flushed.Blushing, Lucy said, "Grandpa and Grandma are here!" She glared at Tobias, unhappy that he didn't tell her they were there.Tobias laughed and led her to the house with his hand wrapped around her waist.Agatha said, "Lucy, we're having dinner now. You came
Lucy looked at the bracelet. It was made of high-quality emerald with vivid color hues and minimal inclusions. It looked valuable.Tobias could sense Lucy's nervousness. He gently held her hand, silently giving her strength."Lucy, I want to give this emerald bracelet to you with everyone here to witness this moment." Agatha continued, "Once your children grow up and find their love, you can pass this emerald bracelet to your future daughter-in-law.""Grandma…" Lucy felt a wave of emotion wash over her. Something stirred within her heart, but she couldn't find the words to express how she felt.Agatha gently held Lucy's hand and put the emerald bracelet on Lucy's hand, saying, "Lucy, take good care of this."Lucy said, "Thank you for trusting me, Grandma. I will take good care of it. It's so important. I'll keep it safe until the day I die!"When Tobias heard her statement, he gently tapped her lips and complained, "Please, watch your words. Don't say something so negative!"Tob
Tobias frowned and asked as he pointed at Dayton's photo. "This man's photo wasn't in the document you gave me before. Why is it here now?"Finn said, "Mr. Ripley, Mr. Munoz has always kept a low profile, and no one would generally come across any photos of him. I asked someone to investigate him yesterday and took a photo of him."Only then did Tobias realize the photo wasn't a standard passport-sized photo; instead, it was one that had been captured at a restaurant.Why would a suspicious man named Dayton Munoz appear before him today? If it hadn't for Finn, who'd secretly asked someone to take this photo, had this man been planning to continue keeping a low profile?There was only one way to find out whether he just kept a low profile or was intentionally hiding something.Tobias said, "Finn, when are they arriving?""Soon." As he spoke, Finn received a text message. He read it and reported, "Mr. Ripley, they are downstairs. I'll go down to escort them.""Okay."Tobias looke
After Tobias had handled this matter, he remembered he'd promised to accompany Lucy for her check-up. He said, "Finn, postpone the meetings for the rest of the day. I have something to attend to and won't be in the office. Please call me for any urgent matters."After ensuring work matters were in order, Tobias drove home.When he'd left, it was 9:30 am. Lucy had just woken up. She stretched lazily and changed her clothes. Just as she finished, Tobias entered the master bedroom.Lucy was shocked and asked, "Darling, why are you back so early?"Tobias said, "I promised to accompany you to your prenatal check-up."He was eager to head home after handling his important work matter. This was his first time accompanying her to a prenatal check-up since she'd become pregnant, and it meant a lot to him.Lucy wrapped her arms around his neck and kissed his cheek. "I heard you went to work this morning, so I thought you forgot," she said."Babe, I will never forget my promises to you
After Maya had lost her baby, she'd been supposed to go back to prison, but she'd escaped. She wore a cap and a mask so that no one could recognize her, leaving only her eyes exposed. The malicious intent in them was obvious.Meanwhile, hatred burned in Anna's eyes as she watched how intimate Tobias and Lucy were.She coldly said, "Maya, tell me, on what ground do they deserve to get out of everything unscathed? To live taintless lives? And here we are, forced to live in this endless abyss and hide in the dark!"Maya stayed silent.A murderous intent flickered in Anna's eyes. "I need to drag them down from their high horse and give them a taste of the pain in this darkness!"Maya said, "What do you plan to do?"Anna said, "Tobias knows about Cedric's plan. Previously, I tried to get between them, but it didn't work. We have no choice but to go against them forcefully."Maya asked grimly, "Are you planning to kill them?"Anna coldly said, "Yes, but now isn't the time."Her lips
Sienna was wheeled into the delivery room while Lucy and Tobias stayed outside. Lucy called Shaun, only to hear the automated response. "The number you have dialed is unavailable."Tobias asked, "Is he still not picking up?"Lucy shook her head. "I've left Shaun many missed calls. I assume he hasn't gotten off the plane yet."Tobias frowned and said in displeasure, "What is the matter with Shaun? He put so much effort into getting his wife back. Now, he isn't even here while she's about to have her baby. He's so irresponsible!"Lucy thought Shaun was a bastard too, but they had no right to meddle in their business. She only hoped Sienna's delivery went well. Suddenly, a shriek came from the delivery room. "Ah! It hurts!"Tobias' head tingled at the sound of the shriek. A doctor left the delivery room, so Lucy asked her, "Doctor, how is my friend? Why is she screaming?"The doctor said, "She is fully dilated now. The baby is coming out. It's just a shriek of pain."Then, the do
"Really?" Tobias furrowed his eyebrows in disdain."Of course."Then, the nurse brought Sienna out of the delivery room in a wheelchair. Shaun went over to her. He carried the baby in one hand while holding her hand in his other. He said, "I'm sorry for being late, babe."Sienna smiled weakly and said, "You have to earn enough to look after the baby. I don't blame you. Let me take a look at the baby."Shaun placed the baby beside Sienna. When Sienna looked at the baby, her eyes were filled with a mother's infinite love and tenderness. "He's adorable."As she spoke, she was wheeled into the ward. After helping her settle on the bed, Tobias and Lucy stayed in the ward. However, Shaun and Sienna were immersed in their joy.Lucy looked at the baby's face and said, "Sienna, I think he looks more like you.""You might be right. He has my nose and mouth." Sienna said, "Thank you for being here with me, Lucy. You're Violet's godmother, and I want you to be my son's godmother, too."Luc