Maisie put one hand under her chin. “What if it’s not related to the company?”Nolan looked up and stared at Maisie for a while.Quincy hung up and called again. Nolan picked up. “What is it?”“Mr. Goldmann, what took you so long? The paparazzi are blowing up my phone!”Nolan squinted. “Why are they calling you?”“Aren’t you collaborating with Mr. Boucher for an investment? The media are asking about it.” After that, he mumbled, “You said you were going on a honeymoon, but why are you getting into an investment project? You want to have a hot spring report?”Nolan furrowed his brows and suddenly looked at Maisie, who was eating. “What did the media say?”“They said you invited Mr. Boucher to Winston Island for a hot spring investment project and said you’re close with Mr. Boucher. He even rejected work because of you.”Nolan quietly said okay, then raised his brows and stared straight at Maisie.After he hung up, Maisie looked into his eyes and wiped her mouth with a napkin
Helios and Nolan were friends, and since the news about them being on Winston Island was all over the Internet, it proved that they had quite a deep friendship.Rejecting work to help his friend would help him get support from his fans, and negative news wouldn’t get to him easily.If the advertisers weren’t happy, even if they dared gossip about Nolan, they wouldn’t dare make a fuss out of it due to Nolan’s power and good financial status with Blackgold in the business world.Helios stood there for a long time before looking at the coffee on the table. “If I know him well enough, he wouldn’t help me for no reason if I didn’t ask.”Nina lowered her head. “I’m sorry, Hels. Mrs. Goldmann came to see me.”He took a sip of the coffee and smiled. “I knew she had something to do with this.”Nina smiled. “Mrs. Goldmann just hopes that you have a better relationship with Mr. Goldmann.”…Ryleigh took a stroll in the hospital park. She didn’t need to stay at the hospital anymore, but sh
Joe shook his hand out of politeness. “Joe Watson.”“So you’re Joe Watson.”“You know me?” Joe narrowed his eyes. Ryleigh was confused and got closer to Louis to ask, “How do you know Joe?”Louis looked at her. “That picture.”Ryleigh paused and only reacted after a long time. “What? My dad gave you that photo?”Louis smiled. “There’s nothing wrong with him giving my fiancee’s picture to me.”“You…”Joe looked at them quietly for a while and smiled. “I’m going to see my grandmother.”“Your grandma is admitted?” Ryleigh ignored Louis and looked at him.Louis’ eyes flared. Joe nodded. “She’s getting old now and was admitted because her blood pressure was too high. My mom is taking care of her. I need to go and visit.”Ryleigh watched him walk away. Louis put his hand over her eyes to cover her view. “Don’t want him to leave?”Ryleigh slapped his hand away and looked up. “What do you mean ‘don’t want him to leave? He’s my friend!”“Friend?” Louis crossed his arms, raised h
Louis put his hand on her shoulder, “Not confident with yourself?”Ryleigh pushed him away gently. “I can’t…”The old man walked over. “Do you want to try playing?”Ryleigh was shocked, then waved her hand. “Sir, I…”The man laughed generously. “It’s alright, just try. I won’t say anything even if it’s not great.”Louis gave her a push. She looked back at him before taking the viola.She hadn’t touched any musical instrument for many years, and when she held it, she had an astounding feeling. It was a familiar feeling.Ryleigh stood where he stood, and the people taking a walk in the park looked toward them.Ryleigh calmed herself and started playing. Maybe because she was too nervous, it made a sharp noise.She froze while her hand shook.The man patiently guided her, “It’s alright, don’t be nervous. Think of it as a practice.”Ryleigh let go of her thoughts after the man’s consolation.The sound of the viola floated around in the park.A lot of eyes were on them, and peo
Ryleigh pinched her cheek and looked at Louis. “I’m not dreaming, am I? H-He really is my idol?”Louis pinched another side of her cheek and asked, “Is it painful?”Ryleigh nodded and said, “Yes! A lot!”However, Louis did not let go of his hand. “That’s right. Consider yourself lucky. After all, this isn’t something that you can come across on a normal day.”Ryleigh looked at him. It took her quite a while to come around to her senses. She swatted his hand away from her cheek and said, “You did this on purpose!”He lifted his brows and asked, “I did what on purpose?”Ryleigh pointed at him. “You’re a lecturer in the Royal Academy of Music, so of course, you know he’s Mr. Nixon!”Louis pushed her finger away and said matter-of-factly, “Even if I know it, it doesn't mean I'm the one who pulled the strings. Besides, it was you who wanted to come over here because you saw an old man playing the viola. I was just suggesting that you give it a try. It was Mr. Nixon who thought you we
Nina’s smile froze. She did not know why, but she felt a little sympathy toward Nolan.Nolan and Helios had gotten out of the car with smiles on their faces, but they returned with gloomy expressions.Nina looked at them and asked, “What’s wrong? Did the negotiation fail?”Nolan glanced at Helios and harrumphed coldly. “A certain idiot is really not cut out for business. if it weren't for me, he would have fallen into other people's trap.”Helios turned his head to look at him and said, “Even if it's a trap, why do you care? It’s none of your business at all.”“You’re right.” Nolan crossed his arms in front of his chest. “After all, it isn’t my money.”Helios stomped on the accelerator and left the place.When they were back in the hotel, Helios tossed the key to Nina and returned to his own room without turning his head.Nina turned to look at Maisie and said, “Mrs. Goldmann, I should go check on Helios.”Maisie nodded.Nolan, who was standing beside her, sneered. “He’s an a
Nina nodded. “Helios has to thank Mr. Goldmann for this. Helios has been working in the entertainment industry, so he's inexperienced when it comes to business. If it hadn't been for Mr. Goldmann, he would've fallen for the scam. The other party wanted Helios to invest $7,500,000. However, Helios wouldn't get any profit at the beginning, and even the contract was shady.”Sipping on her fruit juice, Maisie said calmly, “The hot spring tourism in Winston Island is a big piece of pie, and it attracts many businessmen to come here and invest in it. Those well-seasoned businessmen wouldn't jump straight into it. They would act according to the circumstances since it's a big investment. However, Helios is different. As you said, he's inexperienced in doing business, and I guess that's why they target him.”Since they had the audacity to demand Helios to put $7,500,000 in their hands as an investor, it showed that they were going to rip off Helios.If Helios really had invested in it, alth
Suddenly, the bell rang.Nolan got up and went to the living room. He opened up the door, and Nina was standing outside. She seemed rather flustered as she asked, “Mr. Goldmann, can… Can you get hold of Helios? I can't reach him ever since he went out today.”Nolan squinted his eyes and asked, “When did he go out?”Nina’s face was pale as she replied, “About 9:00 a.m. He said he had to go out and drove off on his own. I called him, but the call never got through.”“You can’t get hold of Helios?” A voice rang out.It was Maisie. She came out of the room when she heard the conversation between Nina and Nolan.Nina nodded flusteredly. “Yeah. I’m worried… I’m worried that he might go to look for those people. After all, we’re on Winston Island, and Helios hasn't come back yet after going out.”Nolan tried to call Helios, but it showed that his phone was turned off.Frowning, he asked, “That guy, he can't be serious, right?”Maisie’s face sank slightly. “Has it something to do with
“Daisie.” Leah and Morrison walked up to her with wine glasses. “You look so pretty today.”“Thank you,” Daisie said with a smile.Leah lifted her wine glass. “I propose a toast. Morrison and I wish you a happy marriage.”Daisie clinked glasses with her. “Same goes for you and Morrison.”After the toast, Cameron walked up to Daisie with Waylon. Behind them were Freyja, Colton, Maisie, and Nolan.Maisie raised her hand and caressed her on the cheek. “You were great earlier today.”She giggled. “Really?”Nolan added, “You’ll forever be our dazzling pride, so yes.”Daisie grinned as if she was still the little princess of the family.Nollace came over. “Dad, Mom, a toast to the both of you. Thank you for letting me have Daisie’s hand.”“Consider yourself lucky.” Nolan snorted softly, picked up his wine glass, and clinked glasses with him. “You’d better treat my daughter well from now on.”Nollace glanced at Daisie. “Don’t worry. She’ll forever be my one and only.”Maisie chuck
In order to make way for the wedding carriage, other vehicles had been forbidden from accessing the route from the palace to the cathedral.Daisie looked out of the carriage—the streets were crowded with citizens, and they were all there to witness this grand scene.Nollace, sitting on the side, was wearing a double-breasted dark blue military jacket. He looked tall and broad, and there were two St. Patrick’s Stars on his epaulets, one on each side, a full set of medals on his chest, and other complicated decorations.He held the back of Daisie’s hand and smiled suddenly. “You have sweaty palms.”Daisie looked back at him and responded with a trembling voice, “I’m nervous.”He lifted her hand and kissed the back of her hand. “I’m here, so don’t be nervous. Just take it easy.”Daisie’s gaze landed on his wedding jacket. “You look nice in this uniform.”Nollace chuckled. “And my bride looks stunning too.”Arriving at the cathedral, Nollace was separated from Daisie. Accompanied b
“By the way, where’s Cameron?” asked Morrison.Waylon replied, “She’s accompanying her father on a stroll. I’m going to go meet them already, so I’ll leave you to yourselves for now. You can do whatever you want with your free time.”After saying that, he got up and left the couple.Morrison shook his head. “He’s changed now that he has a wife.”“You’re speaking as if you haven’t changed.” Leah got up instantly and left the restaurant.Morrison put his cup down and caught up to her immediately. “Hey, why would you leave me behind? Wait for me.”Maisie and Saydie came out of the private room and ran into Nolan and Quincy in the corridor.Quincy nodded. “Mrs. Goldmann.”Maisie stopped in front of Nolan, and Nolan grabbed her by her hand. “Have you finished catching up?”“Of course. Didn’t you want to go to the Hathaways’ villa with Dad in the afternoon?”Nolan smiled. “I was waiting for you. We’re just going over to have a meal together.”Quincy walked up to Saydie’s side and
Daisie grinned from ear to ear. “Then I’ll wear this crown on my wedding day, which can be considered an endorsement for my mom’s jewelry company and design.”Nollace hugged her from behind. “You can do anything as long as you like it.”…The members of the Goldmanns arrived in Yaramoor two days before the wedding and stayed in the hotel arranged by Nollace. The royal family had reserved the entire hotel for receiving distinguished guests from Zlokova who came to attend the wedding.Members from the Bouchers and the Lucases showed up, and Sunny was also present.There were also some familiar faces from the Zlokovian entertainment industry. Hannah, Amy, James, and Charlie, who were close friends with Daisie, all came.Leah and Morrison were also on the invitation list.When Maisie came to the restaurant, the waiter led her into a private room.As soon as she saw the man sitting inside, she smiled and exclaimed, “Godfather!”Strix slowly turned around.She had not seen him for
The rest of the people laughed.The night came, and the entire city was shrouded in a mist of neon light. Daisie and Nollace returned to Taylorton after having their dinner.Her hair was wet as she got out of the shower. Nollace took over her towel and helped her to dry her hair.She sat in front of her dresser and looked at the person behind her through the mirror. There was a smile tugging at the corner of her mouth as she said, “Nolly, I’m really looking forward to our wedding.”“Really?” Nollace gently dried the soft tips of her hair. “I’m looking forward to it too.”“I can say that my life is perfect now, right? Since I can marry and walk down the aisle with the man I love the most.”He laughed out loud and leaned down to her ear. “You know what? All the wishes in my life have come true as well.”Daisie turned her head around. “What are your wishes?”“Marry you, give you a wedding, and have our own kids.”She was stunned. Slowly, her face turned red due to her embarrassme
“Yeah, it’s true,” replied Zephir.“It seems like you’ve finally become more mature after coming back from your vacation.” Naomi patted his shoulder. “I wish you all the best in your future endeavors.” He smiled at her but did not say anything.…Soon, it was the end of the month. Their vacation had come to an end, and they returned to Bassburgh.Maisie and Nolan were waiting for them in the courtyard. After getting out of the car, Daisie ran up to them. “Mommy! Daddy!”She hugged both of them.Nolan petted her head and smiled helplessly. “You’re an adult now. You should stop acting like a kid.”She smiled back at them and said, “But I know I’ll always be your kid in your eyes.”Maisie chuckled and looked at the other people. “It seems like you guys had a lot of fun. Anyway, come in first. We should eat together tonight.”Freyja and Cameron went to look for their kids after they went into the house. Charm and her two cousins were staying in the same room. All of them were sl
Nollace looked at them. “What a coincidence.”“Morrison and I were here earlier than you guys,” said Leah. “We only found out that you guys were here when Daisie posted a photo on her Facebook page.”Daisie pulled Leah to the seat and said, “Then you should stay a few more days with us.”After Morrison took his seat, Waylon introduced him to Freyja and Daisie. “She’s my sister-in-law, Freyja, and she’s my sister. Her name is Daisie.”“I’ve seen them before at your wedding,” said Morrison. “Your sister is my wife’s classmate. She has told me before.”“Since when did I become your wife? There’s a chance I may not marry you in the future,” said Leah.“We’re already engaged. If you don’t want to marry me, who else are you going to marry?” Morrison frowned, causing the crowd to break out in a burst of laughter, save for Daisie.She looked at Leah in disbelief and asked, “Engaged? When did you get engaged, Leah?” Leah cleared her throat and replied, “Well, I forgot to inform you abo
The stall owner said, “$10 for three chances.”“$10 for three chances only? That’s expensive,” commented Freyja.The stall owner raised his head and said, “I’m the cheapest around here. Other stalls offer $15 for three chances.” Daisie tugged at Freyja and said, “Let's just give him the money. It isn't easy for them to set up a stall here anyway, so let's have some fun.”After that, she gave $20 to the stall owner and said, “Please give us six hoops.”The stall owner gave her six hoops. She had her eyes set on a bracelet. Although she knew it was fake, it was rather beautiful. She held a hoop and threw it toward the bracelet.However, she did not get it.She threw another two hoops at the bracelet, but her attempts failed, much to her chagrin. She had only three hoops left.Seeing that Daisie was prepared to give up, Cameron took over the rest of the hoops in her hand and said, “Leave it to me.”She squinted and aimed at the bracelet. After that, she threw the hoop at it an
The night of the old town was silent. The air was filled with nothing but the humming of insects. There was a lamp hanging outside of the tent on the grass. The atmosphere was quiet. Daisie was tossing and turning in the sleeping bag as sleep just wouldn't come to her. Suddenly, an arm appeared across her waist as she was brought into a chest. “What’s the matter? You can’t sleep?”“Yeah…” She buried her head in his chest and said, “I want to go to take a leak, but I’m a little bit scared.”Nollace kissed her forehead and said, “I’ll go with you then.”Both of them came out of the tent. Nollace took a flashlight and led Daisie to a row of trees in the distance. Daisie turned her head and said, “You wait for me here.”Nollace nodded. “Just shout my name if you need anything.”She walked into the forest and stopped in front of a tree not far away from Nollace.After she had done her business, she hastily got out of the forest and held tightly to Nollace’s arm. “Alright, let’s go