Lindsey couldn't stop talking about how much effort she put into raising the Morrison brothers. Suddenly, a loud noise outside caught everyone's attention. Taylor, Tobias, and Duke hurried in with their wives, looking concerned.They quickly asked, "Where's Dad? How is he?"With a big smile, Lindsey replied, "Your dad is here, enjoying his lunch."Gary was confused when he saw his sons and daughters-in-law looking anxious. "What's happening?"Taylor shot Lindsey an angry look and grumbled, "Aunt Lindsey told us you had a stroke and died at home."Frustrated, Gary slammed the table and shouted, "Lin! Can't you tell a joke without making it sound like a curse? You wished a stroke and death upon me at home?"Lindsey rushed over and gripped Gary's arm. "Gary, I was just joking and no harm intended. Don't be upset. Let me ease your mind."Gary felt helpless, and an awkward atmosphere settled among everyone. They were eventually forced into sitting down for a meal together.Lindsey
Layla was caught off guard by Nathan's protective side for his wife. She nervously apologized, "Nathan, I'm sorry for talking too much."Suzanne was surprised and grateful for Nathan standing up for her. She suddenly cared less about what others thought of her.After all, dealing with Duke and Layla's condescending attitude had become routine for Suzanne.Lindsey was in shock and blurted out, "Wait, she's my mom's nurse? Oh no! Her reputation is bad, and she's from a rough background. Nate, marrying her is embarrassing, don't you think?"Nathan's face turned red with anger as he rose to his feet. "Say that again, I dare you."Lindsey felt a rush of fear. Her legs gave way, and she sank onto the couch. Nathan's unexpected fury left her in a state of panic. It was a side of him she had never seen before.Elyse's contempt deepened on the sidelines, and her sense of superiority grew stronger. Initially lacking confidence, she now saw herself as far superior to Suzanne, who was from a
Wendy couldn't help but tease, "Oh, come on, you can't handle the idea that Suzanne might be better than you, can you? I got this painting verified by experts, and it's an authentic piece by Inkwell."Suzanne's an artist who makes millions for charity."Taylor chimed in with a nod, "Yup, it's legit."Layla's face flushed with anger, but she couldn't come up with a comeback. Suzanne felt a bit awkward about Wendy confidently stating something she wasn't entirely certain about.On the sidelines, Nathan smirked as someone in the family was finally recognizing Suzanne's talents.Lindsey huffed in annoyance, "Elyse is a trained artist, unlike some who paint casually and sell their art for millions."Wendy fired back, "Even casual paintings can make millions. I wonder if your goddaughter's artwork can sell for any money."Lindsey was left without words.Taylor chuckled as he rolled up the artwork. "Nowadays, there are so many college students, but their qualifications aren't that imp
Suzanne felt the pressure of the moment. Wendy strolled by Nathan and shot him a reassuring glance.Taking Suzanne by the hand, Wendy said, "Come on, Suzanne, play a birthday song for her.""I can't, Wendy," Suzanne replied in a hushed tone.Wendy whispered, "Don't worry. The piano has the song recorded. Just play it, and I'll manage the rest. You got this. Don't let Lindsey think you can't do it."Suzanne got pulled toward the piano. She cast a helpless look back at Nathan, who sat on the couch and observed quietly. He had faith in Wendy.In her three years of amnesia, Suzanne sat at the piano for the first time and found that the keys felt strangely familiar.Wendy slyly triggered the birthday song on the piano and reassured Suzanne, "Relax, there won't be any sound even if you play the piano. The music will play automatically."Sensing Wendy's trickery, Layla rose from her seat and exclaimed, "Hold on."All attention shifted to Layla as she approached Suzanne.Layla pulled
Wendy turned around and said sarcastically to Lindsey, "Aunt Lindsey, is it so difficult to admit that Suzanne is better than your darling Elyse?""I…" Lindsey was at a loss for words.Nathan slowly stood up and went to hold Suzanne's hand. "Come on. Let's head back to our room."Suzanne felt uneasy but she still let Nathan lead her away.Wendy began arguing with Lindsey again.Layla was fuming. She went over to the couch, feeling angry, and kicked Duke. "Had your fill yet? What are you waiting for? Let's go!"Duke returned to his senses and hurriedly followed Layla out.Tobias and Cheryl shared a look of disbelief. They found it hard to believe that it was Suzanne, someone they looked down on the most, who had played the piano just now. Meanwhile, Gary was quietly talking to Florence."Who knew Suzanne would be so talented, darling! My mother really has a good eye!" Gary exclaimed.Florence nodded. "She really does. I was shocked too. Not only is Suzanne a famous artist, bu
Suzanne saw how cautious Nathan was being and asked curiously, "Nathan, the previous DNA report was pretty credible too. Why did you still suspect that I'm not Suzanne York?"Awe and surprise filled Nathan's eyes. "A woman who doesn't know how to cook or do chores ends up being skilled in the arts, in playing piano, and even flower arrangements. "Not only that, but she's knowledgeable in chemical science and foreign languages. She also enjoys increasing her knowledge by reading books. "Someone like her may not necessarily be from a well-off family, but she definitely wouldn't be from a poor background."Suzanne thought Nathan's rationale was logical. She suddenly realized that his way of thinking was pretty different from others. Nathan would always look beneath the surface level.So many people had a stereotypical impression of Suzanne after hearing about her past. They thought of her as a sleazy, immoral woman. Yet Nathan had always been respectful to her. He never attacked
Suzanne called her mother's number. The dial tone went on for a long time. Right before it ended, the call went through. A loud noise followed."Higher… higher… Fuck me, I've bust!"Hello? Who is this?"Suzanne felt uneasy listening to her mother's vulgar language. She said slowly, "It's Suzanne, Mom."Betty Burns' tone immediately became loving. "Oh, my darling daughter. How are you? Is that old lady doing alright?"Suzanne hadn't told her family that she had married Nathan. They thought she was still working as a caretaker at Shovale."We're all okay," Suzanne said faintly.Betty sighed long and hard. "I'm personally not doing very well here. My blood pressure and sugar are both high. My rheumatism has relapsed too, making it so difficult to sleep through the night. "That damned alcoholic of a father you have always abuses me when he comes home drunk too. Oh, Suzanne, things are so difficult for me here. "That foolish brother of yours has gone into hiding after getting a
Nathan parked his car in the garden outside Hoffis Manor before running into the villa in a hurry.Two old folks who looked refined sat on a leather couch in the lavishly decorated living room along with their adopted son Oliver."Nathan? What are you doing here?" Zach stood up, surprised.Nathan was panting from anxiety. Still, he greeted respectfully, "Mr. Hoffis Senior, Madam Hoffis."Loretta dabbed at her eyes with a silk kerchief. "I was the one who told Nathan to come. Our granddaughter is already attempting suicide. Do you still insist on being so cruel?"Zach glared at his wife. "You keep on making a mess of things! Why did you have to bother Nathan? He has a busy work schedule. What would his wife think of this?"Loretta huffed and said angrily, "I don't care. I just want my granddaughter to live!"Zach shook with anger. "You!"Nathan was really worried. "What happened to Sally, Mr. Hoffis Senior?"Zach grunted, "She cut her wrist and bled a little. She'll survive."