Imogen quickly cleared her throat and reassured Mila, "It's okay, Mom. Your urgent matters come first. We can always arrange another meeting in the future.""Please, let me apologize to your parents personally," Mila insisted.Feeling flustered, Imogen replied, "No, really, there's no need for apologies... I'll explain everything to them. I'm sure they'll understand."Mila persisted, "That doesn't feel quite right."Imogen couldn't fathom allowing someone as prominent as Mila to apologize to Gregory and Carol.After all, it was Imogen and Jasper's oversight for not informing Gregory and Carol of the correct meeting time, resulting in a three-hour delay.Burdened with guilt, Imogen couldn't bring herself to let Mila apologize to Gregory and Carol.She reassured Mila firmly, "It's really not necessary."In her rush to leave, Mila didn't insist further. "Next time, we'll make sure to visit them in person."Imogen held back from further comment.After bidding farewell, she glance
In the company, Imogen's colleagues began to see her in a new light, and her superior started to appreciate her efforts more.Her work life became smooth and satisfying.As for her family life, Imogen felt it was complicated.On one hand, she felt happy. Jasper treated her exceptionally well, with tenderness and care, always showering her with love.On the other hand, there were signs of discontent. Her parents didn't approve of her marriage and constantly worried about her, fretting over every little thing,Then there was Yulia, a somewhat famous internet celebrity, who had been contacting Jasper more frequently.She called him almost every day.According to Jasper, they were discussing business matters, but Imogen couldn't help feeling bothered by it.The more time she spent with Jasper, the more her feelings grew. The deeper her love for him, the more she cared. The more she cared, the more it hurt.She was afraid to imagine how heartbroken she would be if she fell deeply i
Imogen just nodded without saying anything else.She felt utterly exhausted as if this was the price she had to pay for marrying into a wealthy family."What's wrong?" Jasper asked worriedly.Imogen shook her head. She replied as she forced a smile, "Nothing."With that she ended the call, leaving Jasper puzzled.She seemed fine, but he sensed she was unhappy.He could feel the pressure she was under, her inability to integrate into his family, and her reluctance to open her heart to him. It felt like there was a growing distance between them.The more he thought about it, the more it bothered him. He took out his phone and called Nolan Gibson."Hey, Jay, what's up?" Nolan asked.Jasper walked to the balcony and asked, "Was it you who came to my house to get some things today?""No, why?""Then who was it?" Jasper asked nervously.Nolan replied, "It was my sister. She knew I needed to get some stuff from your place today and insisted on doing it herself. She took the key fr
Imogen quickly shook her head and said, "No, I met Yulia."Jasper asked, "What did she say to you?"Imogen sighed in relief. She smiled as she said, "Nothing much, just some ambiguous words that could easily be misunderstood."Jasper gently rubbed her fair and soft hand. He said slowly, "So, you were bothered by it but didn't tell me?"Imogen fell silent, feeling conflicted.Jasper was disappointed. He said, "We've only been married for a short time, but we are a real couple now. "When you agreed to this blind date and quick marriage, wasn't it to find a good man and live a stable life? Where has your confidence in marriage gone?"Imogen gave a bitter smile. She responded, "I wanted to find someone of similar status, but I ended up marrying into a wealthy family.""Isn't it good that your life has improved?""Of course," Imogen said with a genuine smile.Jasper looked into her eyes affectionately, though he was resigned.Imogen didn't understand why he was looking at her li
To welcome Imogen, the Morrison family put great effort into organizing a party.Everyone present was dressed formally. There were food and drinks, a pianist playing at the side, and even banners in the garden to welcome her.Holding Jasper's hand, Imogen felt nervous and uneasy as he introduced her to each family member.By the end, she was so overwhelmed she could hardly remember who was who.Jasper whispered in her ear, "Don't worry, my family are all good people. They all like you."Once Imogen got to know these people, she realized that the wealthier and more powerful people were, the more refined their manners were.They weren't like the stereotypical wealthy people in movies and TV shows, which were snobbish and dismissive. They didn't look down on her background or education at all.In fact, she only heard them praising her, highlighting her strengths.Her grandparents-in-law were particularly fond of her. Even the most cherished granddaughter of the Morrison family, Ca
By the time Elio saw Jasper walking over, he handed him the tongs. He said, "You know me, I always side with my family."Jasper sighed resignedly as he smiled. What a good uncle Elio was, daring to reject him. He took the tongs and grilled a piece of Wagyu beef."Are you hungry?" Elio asked.Jasper said quietly, "My wife is too reserved. She hasn't eaten anything, so I'm grilling some meat for her."Elio glanced at Imogen, who was at the front. He said, "She seems a bit insecure."Jasper agreed.Elio continued, "Is she the reason you've stayed single for so many years?"Jasper nodded.Elio sighed before saying, "You're a spoony guy, just like your father."Jasper mocked, "You're so carefree. Back then, you—"Elio immediately interrupted. "Stop! Let's change the subject."Jasper chuckled as he was left speechless by his aloof uncle. He had no choice but to switch topics. He asked, "When is Candice's due date?""Next month.""That's soon.""Yeah.""Are you nervous?""Of c
On the border of Norvania, Suzanne York was shocked to learn that her brother had sold her off for 100 thousand dollars to cover his gambling debts. Technive was a high-tech area that was a hotbed of criminal activity. It was known for scams, human trafficking, organ trading, and violence. People there didn't care about human life. Suzanne's beauty had caught the eye of criminals, who tried to force her to sell her body.Suzanne fought back with all her might, only to receive relentless beatings in return, leaving her clothes torn and her body bruised.Overwhelmed by pain, she finally thought of her husband, Nathan Morrison. "Please don't touch me. I can get my husband to give you as much money as you want. Please!" Suzanne sobbed as she refused for the last time.One of the criminals' jobs was to demand ransoms.The leader of the group, Ken, halted his men's attacks. He grabbed a phone and handed it to Suzanne. "Tell your husband to bring 20 million dollars. Anything less th
Nathan had bravely forged a path through bloodshed to fight off their country's enemies.Ken recalled that Nathan had fought in the Middle Eastern War and had come to be considered a national hero after he had defeated all his enemies.How could the fragile woman before them be his wife?"Don't worry about it. Nathan Morrison is a fearsome man. No idiot would dare to sell his wife. From what I know, he's still single." Unfazed, Ken reassured his men. "I bet her husband just has the same name as him. Keep calling her husband until he brings 20 million dollars."Ken's men kept trying to contact Nathan.Devastated, Suzanne slumped into a corner and closed her eyes in despair.…Some time passed before a deafening boom resounded, shaking the ground.Suzanne shuddered and opened her eyes.The men in the room, who had been playing cards while waiting for the money, were alarmed.Someone from the outside cried anxiously, "We're in trouble. Someone blasted our gate apart!""Blaste