"What are you treating me and my brother like?! Even if you no longer like us, we are still your flesh and blood! Look at what you're doing. You're using your biological son as a threat to force your biological daughter to marry an old man! If my mother were still alive, she would be heartbroken to see this."Philip's face turned blue and purple, his anger on the verge of exploding. Just as he was about to lose control, Natalia intervened, taking his phone with a hypocritical smile and attempting to pacify him."Ah Yu, don't get angry with your father. He's doing this for his own good. You're still young, and once you're married, you'll understand. It's better to find someone older. Older people know how to care for others, and the person I introduced to, Paul, is a good match. So, if you come over now and meet him, you'll fall in love. If you really don't like him, we won't force anything.""Fine, I'll go over," Julia replied coldly, her eyes gleaming with determination.If they want
Listening to the cold voice on the phone, Shiloh could almost imagine the expression on his brother's face at that moment – dark and filled with anger. The idea of his brother being furious made Shiloh nervous and anxious.Could it be possible? Does his brother really have feelings for Julia?After careful consideration, Shiloh noticed subtle changes in his brother's behavior towards Julia lately. For instance, there were issues of cleanliness. Jared had always been averse to being touched by women, but Julia seemed to be an exception. She acted casually and touched everything around her, even things she shouldn't have.Shiloh recalled when Julia picked up a dish for him, and his brother was visibly disgusted. However, Jared still ate the dish from her to avoid wasting food.The more Shiloh thought about it, the more uneasy he became. He realizes that he must ensure Julia leaves as soon as she cures his leg. Otherwise, what if his suspicions turned out to be true?While Shiloh was wor
Despite her courage, she couldn't catch Jared before getting caught by Joseph.This woman is truly fearless!After listening to her, one might wonder how she repeatedly challenged her boss's limits if she wasn't brave enough.There are also members of the Scott family, including Naomi. If they attempt to hold back, the boss may also show some compassion out of respect for the deceased elder.There's a saying that holds: if you don't take action, nothing will change!After leaving Scott's house, Jared wasted no time and immediately called Julia.“Hello?” Julia answered as she stepped out of the taxi and approached the hotel entrance.“Where are you headed?” Jared got into his car, eager to rush to Julia's side, but he didn't know her current location.Julia paused and looked at her phone. Since Jared was asking, he must have been informed.“What did your brother say?”“Are you going on a blind date?” Jared couldn't help feeling a pang of anger at the thought of Julia going on a blind d
"Brother!" Julia took a step forward and positioned herself between Philip and Conrad, her gaze icy and unwavering.Philip looked at the defiant siblings and wished he had never brought them into this world.Conrad placed his hand on Julia's shoulder, reassuring her, and said, "Julia, I'll handle this."Julia nodded, trusting her brother, and stepped back behind Conrad.Taking a deep breath, Conrad faced Philip with a resolute expression. "I finally understand now that you've never seen me and Julia as your children. We were just tools for your profit. When we had value, you used us. And now that you don't see any use for us, you've discarded us. A few days ago, in the hospital, you cut all ties with us. So, I'm taking Julia away, and you'll never use us again in the future."Infuriated, Philip raised his hand to strike Conrad once more.This time, Conrad intercepted Philip's hand with his own, preventing the blow from landing."You might be my father, but I am also an independent ind
As soon as Joseph finished speaking, he felt the pressure surrounding him vanish instantly. Looking at Jared again, he couldn't tell if it was just his imagination, but he sensed a hint of kindness in the boss's eyes."Kindly" might not be the most appropriate word to describe it, but given the situation, Joseph struggled to find any other word that fits.Was it because he had called Julia "madam"?After leaving the hotel, Julia opened the car door and said, "Brother, get in the car, and I'll take you back to the hospital."Conrad furrowed his brow and looked at Jared."Julia, is he your boyfriend?"Jared's gaze shifted to Julia, waiting to see how she would respond. Would she reveal their true identities and tell Conrad that they were married?Just as Jared half-squinted his eyes in anticipation, Julia spoke up and said, "He and I are just ordinary friends."Upon hearing this, Jared's sunny expression instantly turned cloudy, with a lingering haze between his eyebrows and eyes."Are
"It's okay, it's okay now," Jared gently patted Julia's back with his big palm, his voice as soft and soothing as possible.Julia, who was held in his arms, felt bewildered about the man's behavior, unable to comprehend the situation.However, that wasn't the main concern at the moment.The real issue was that they were still in a public market! This man seemed oblivious to the surroundings, hugging her so intimately. Didn't he notice all the people staring at them?The curious and gossipy looks from onlookers made Julia cringe. Some were even taking out their phones to capture photos and videos.These uncles and aunties at the vegetable market may not be young, but their interest in gossip is as strong as that of young people!Julia even imagined these nosy onlookers posting videos on social media with titles like "Young couple openly intimate in the vegetable market."With this in mind, Julia quickly withdrew from Jared's arms, took his hand, and hurriedly left the market.Back in t
Jared was slightly taken aback, his expression becoming somewhat elusive as he glanced up at the kitchen door.Observing her brother's reaction, Shiloh's face revealed a look of extreme shock. Could it be that his brother liked Julia?"Brother, she's not as simple as she seems," Shiloh warned.Jared nodded and responded, "I know. If she were too simple, I wouldn't be interested."Shiloh was left dumbfounded by his brother's nonchalant reply."But she might have other intentions towards you," Shiloh persisted.Jared replied casually, "Then let her have them. Can't I afford to support her?"Shiloh's eyes widened in disbelief. "And what if she tries to harm your life?""Who would want to harm your brother's life?" Julia emerged from the kitchen, carrying a tray of vegetables.Shiloh glared at her rudely and said, "You."Jared's face creased with displeasure at his brother's rudeness."Me?" Julia smiled, setting the dishes she had cooked on the table. "You seem to have a low opinion of me
The flavor, mingled with the essence of the sauce's aroma, saturates the duck offal, leaving behind a lingering fragrance on the palate and an endless aftertaste. The taste is so exceptional that it evokes a profound emotional response!Initially, he grappled with a minor hesitation deep within his heart. Perhaps he contemplated critiquing the dishes as unappetizing, irrespective of their true taste. Such a declaration could drive Julia to part ways with his brother.However, the idea of doing so felt tremendously ungrateful.Realization dawned upon him! He was resolute now because the dishes crafted by Julia were genuinely mouthwatering!"How does it taste?" Julia's unwavering confidence in her culinary skills resonated with her question.Shiloh lowered his head slightly; his cheeks tinged with a blush he tried to suppress. After a tentative bite, he looked up at Julia, his determination evident as he gritted his teeth. "Julia."Julia experienced a moment of surprise. Her comment to