It was time for lunch. Robert knocked on the door twice, but since there was no response, he decided not to disturb Nathan and Mila further. They slept until evening.Mila was still half-asleep when she faintly heard Nathan's voice near her ear, "Wanda, are you getting up for dinner?""No," Mila grumbled."Then, go back to sleep.""Okay." Mila nestled into his arms.Since she wasn't wearing any clothes, the warmth of their skin caused a spark between them. Nathan felt a familiar surge of desire within him once again.For the first time, he acted without asking Mila's permission. Gently, he drew closer to her, wrapping his arms around her and lifting her legs onto his waist.Still in a daze, Mila realized Nathan was kissing her. Later, she let out a soft moan and her body shivered. Then, she drifted into a blissful dream.…A few days later, Fenna arrived at Lillian's place bearing a court summons. Yale was with Lillian, who was pregnant, watching dramas at home.Fenna barged
The soft spring breeze blew as the sun disappeared behind the hills.On a tennis court at a private club, Nathan and Donald were playing a match. Soaked in sweat, Donald looked tired and was breathing heavily. However, Nathan seemed completely relaxed.After a few rounds, it was clear that Donald was struggling to keep up. He raised his hand, asking for a break. "Let's take a breather and continue later."Nathan stopped playing and walked casually to the bench. He grabbed two bottles of water and handed one to Donald.Gasping for air, Donald said, "I can't keep pace with you youngsters anymore. I'm getting old, and my stamina's fading."Nathan smirked, taking a sip of water without saying anything flattering."What's up with the tension between you and Lillian lately?" Nathan asked bluntly.Donald's face tightened. "Since when did you start prying into my family business? That's not like you.""I'm not interested in your family drama. It's about her husband, Yale," Nathan clari
"Wanda forgives you because of Cameron, but I'm not letting you off the hook," Nathan said indifferently.Fenna's expression soured, and she asked sadly, "Why?""No why. Adults need to own up to what they do.""I didn't intend to," Fenna protested."My house has cameras everywhere."Fenna was caught off guard.Nathan didn't want to argue further and headed toward the car."You've never been this harsh with me before," Fenna blurted out, her emotions showing.Nathan took a deep breath and turned back to face her with a chilling tone. "I didn't realize how twisted your thinking was."Cameron begged me to tolerate you more. Without him, you're nothing. I wouldn't even spare a glance at you. It's not worth my time."Tears filled Fenna's eyes as she stared at Nathan. She clenched her fists and bit her lip. She was clearly hurt and upset."Go and prepare your defense. The judge will consider your income for compensation. But you have to pay.""Are you short of money?" Fenna shout
Mila could tell that Nathan was feeling off. She gently stroked his head and asked, "What's bothering you?""I just want to hold you," Nathan whispered."Are you hungry?" Mila gently touched his back, feeling a surge of sympathy."No.""Are you feeling tired?""I wouldn't feel tired if I could hold you." His weariness seemed more emotional than physical."Let's head to our room. I'll give you a massage," Mila said sincerely.Nathan chuckled and asked, "What kind of massage?"His tone was suggestive, and Mila got the hint right away. She patted his shoulder, "I mean it. When I used to care for Grandma, I picked up a few massage tricks."Nathan tenderly held her hand. "Your hands are so delicate. I don't want to tire you out. I'll skip the massage. Holding you is enough to make me content."Moved by his words, Mila kissed his forehead. She cradled his face and looked into his eyes. "When you first came in, you seemed really down. What's going on?""So, you jumped on me on purp
After the wedding incident, Yale became vigilant, ensuring Nathan couldn't covertly obtain his DNA.Mila strictly followed Nathan's instructions in such critical matters. He had expressly stated his desire for her to steer clear of Yale, so she made an effort to avoid any possible conflicts.However, fate had a different script prepared.Just days later, Mila and Phoebe left the bookstore and ventured into the nearby mall to browse clothing. To their surprise, they stumbled upon Lillian trying on outfits at a high-end fashion store, accompanied by Yale.Mila had no intention of greeting them and was ready to leave without a word.However, Yale greeted politely, "What a coincidence, Mrs. Morrison."Mila's expression darkened as she regarded Yale with suspicion.When Lillian emerged from the fitting room with clothes in hand, her smile faded upon seeing Mila. "What a day, bumping into a jerk."Phoebe felt the impulse to speak up and defend Mila, but Mila restrained her, gesturing
Phoebe burst into the fitting room. She quickly pulled Mila out and positioned herself protectively before her. "Mila, are you okay?"Salespeople from the store gathered around, their eyes fixed on the unfolding scene."Darling?" Lillian approached with worry etched on her face.She supported Yale's arm, bending down to find him clutching his crotch. Seeing the sweat on his forehead and the pain on his face, she felt sorry for him. "What happened? Did Wanda hurt you?"The situation was clear. This was a women's clothing store, so naturally, the changing room was intended for females.Therefore, when a man appeared in the fitting room and ended up doubled over in pain, it didn't take much to piece together what had occurred.Yale winced in pain and muttered, "Wanda was too rough."Lillian glared at Mila and clenched her teeth in frustration. She hurried over and raised her hand as if she might slap her.Phoebe acted quickly. She grabbed Lillian's arm and forcefully shoved it awa
Phoebe hurriedly trailed after Mila as she left. They got into the car nervously. Phoebe wasted no time starting the engine and driving away.As they fled, Mila pulled out her phone and dialed Nathan's number, her mind racing with fear. Past encounters had taught her to be wary of Yale's potential threats, and she was on edge.Nathan answered just as Mila's anxiety bubbled over. "Nate, there's Yale's blood on me. What do I do?""What happened?" Nathan's voice betrayed his tension."I ran into him and Lillian at the clothing store. Things got heated, and I ended up injuring him and getting his blood on my clothes.""Send me your location right away. Follow my instructions carefully. Head to the nearest police station and lay low for now." Nathan's tone was urgent."Got it."Nathan swiftly deployed a drone for tracking and protection purposes while organizing a team to meet Mila.Ten minutes later, Mila safely met up with Nathan. Escorted by the military base's team, they rushed
Nathan's expression turned serious as he shook his head.Mila was shocked. "So, Yale isn't Oliver after all?""I'm not sure. All the data on Oliver's DNA in the database has been erased, even the previous samples are gone," Nathan replied.Mila clenched her fist and gritted her teeth. "No wonder he was so calm today. Turns out, he's got nothing to fear anymore.""Maybe it's because he got cautious after I took his blood at the wedding," Nathan said, leaning back on the couch and closing his eyes. "He's planning to run for election, so it'll be even tougher to catch him then.""He's truly terrifying," Mila remarked. "He leaves no trace in anything he does. It's all cleaned up perfectly."Nathan reached for her hand, squeezing it tight as he said, "I'm most worried about you now.""You don't have to worry about me. From now on, I'll make sure to bring Phoebe with me whenever I go out, along with a few others," Mila replied."Project 905 is about to kick off, so you have to start
Jasper became concerned as Imogen placed her hand over her heart. He asked, "Are you experiencing any chest pains? Have you consulted a doctor? I can take you for a check-up."Imogen reassured him, gently holding his arm. "Jasper, I'm fine. I'm just trying to figure out how to balance my future family and career."Jasper smiled knowingly, gently patting her head before pulling her into an embrace. He recognized her uniqueness—her drive to pursue her career and showcase her skills and talents. The thought of being a stay-at-home mother or merely a trophy wife held no appeal for her whatsoever.Holding her close, Jasper murmured, "Imogen, have you forgotten about your husband's financial prowess?"Imogen couldn't suppress a chuckle.Jasper reassured her of his commitment, "As long as you're on board, I can arrange a driver to drive you to work, an assistant to handle all your tasks, and you won't have to worry about anything. When you return home, there will be maids and me to ens
After returning from her journey across the globe, Imogen headed straight to the hospital. During her travels, she started noticing subtle changes in her body—nausea, fatigue, and a stronger need for rest. Her hunch was confirmed when tests revealed she was pregnant.She felt a blend of anticipation and apprehension. The idea of being pregnant raised thoughts of focusing on family life and raising children. Yet, she valued her career and was steadily demonstrating her skills. She wasn't ready to give it up just yet.When Imogen arrived home and stepped through the front door, she found Gregory and Carol were there. They had just returned from their trip as well, bringing back gifts. "Hi, Mom, Dad," Imogen greeted them.Still excited about their travels, Gregory and Carol eagerly recounted their adventures to Jasper.When Jasper heard Imogen's voice, he quickly stood and walked over to her, taking her hand. "Imogen, I woke up early and didn't see you around. Where did you go?"
Jasper thought the idea was brilliant and agreed, "Let's plan our route and leave next week."Imogen gently pushed him back, her hands on his chest. "Sure, but let me get up first. We'll map out our journey, set a schedule, and go on a trip for our wedding."Jasper took her wrists and lifted them above the pillow. "Let's discuss this tomorrow. I have some pressing matters to attend to at the moment."Imogen was about to respond when Jasper leaned in and kissed her deeply. Their lips intertwined with passion.…A week later, Imogen received another call from Yulia's lawyer, who conveyed Yulia's apologies and expressed her desire for Imogen's forgiveness. Yulia also requested Imogen to intervene with Nathan on her behalf.Imogen decided to ignore the request. She believed in the fairness of the law. It reminded her of Zoey, who had fraudulently claimed her degree and ended up in prison at Jasper's behest.As for Yulia, she had orchestrated attacks on Gregory, caused Carol to lose
Imogen's heart raced as she slowly hugged Jasper, her voice bashful yet resolute. "Jasper, you'll always have a place in my heart."Jasper tensed slightly, his senses on high alert. He met her eyes. A glint of anticipation sparked in his gaze as he eagerly murmured, "Say it one more time. Say it—""I love you, Jasper," Imogen said gently.Jasper's eyes immediately filled with tears as he held Imogen tightly, his body shaking. Overwhelmed by emotion, he could only whisper her name into her ear. "Imogen… Imogen…""Do you love me?" Imogen asked, her voice tinged with shyness.Jasper frowned. "I do love you. Haven't you always known?""I still want to hear it," Imogen said."I love you. I love you with all my heart," Jasper declared, gazing at her with intense passion and unwavering resolve.Feeling a bit stiff from his tight hug, Imogen gently pushed him away. "I love you, too, but I must get up and go to work.""Not today," Jasper responded, scooping and carrying her back to bed
"If it's a gift, why not accept it?" Mila whispered.Gregory quickly took the check, looking unsure of his next move.Once his money was accepted, Oakley assumed the issue was settled. He took Yulia's hand and began to leave the ward, saying, "Well, I'll leave with Yulia for now."Still feeling resentful, Yulia glanced back and shot Imogen a glare as they departed.The ward fell silent. Feeling uneasy, Gregory and Carol exchanged anxious glances."Nate, we can't go easy on them," Mila whispered.Nathan smiled knowingly. He took Mila's hand, gently caressed it, and said quietly, "Don't worry. I'll ensure our in-laws get the justice they deserve."Mila nodded, feeling reassured. Gregory and Carol, who were listening nearby, felt deeply moved and grateful.Since Gregory was injured and confined to bed, the meeting between Jasper's and Imogen's parents ended earlier than expected. After saying goodbye to their parents, Jasper and Imogen headed home. On their way home, Jasper felt
Yulia was renowned for her boldness and strong-willed nature. Aware of Oakley's wealth, influence, and dual reputation in legal and illicit circles, she feared no one and held a contemptuous attitude toward others, including senior military figures."You need to apologize to Ms. Imogen immediately," Oakley whispered urgently.Pointing at Imogen, Yulia muttered irritably, "Her? Oh, please! If anyone owes an apology, it's her to me."Oakley wiped his forehead nervously, trembling with anxiety. Everyone's expressions around them darkened visibly. Jasper suppressed his anger; his hands clenched into fists.Before he could speak, Yulia grumbled, "Jay, you blocked me before understanding everything, and then you terminated our contract. That's just too much."Mila couldn't shake her worry for Jasper. If he couldn't manage his relationship with Yulia appropriately, it could severely impact his marriage. Concerned that he might not handle it well, Mila intervened. "Ms. Gibson, please resp
Carol no longer believed the portrayal of wealthy women on television.Jasper took Imogen's hand, and they sat down on the couch together, feeling anxious. It was their parents' first meeting, and the hospital setting added to the tension. If things went wrong and their relationship soured, their future would look bleak.Imogen was particularly anxious. Her palms were growing clammy. Jasper pulled out a tissue and gently wiped her palms before reassuringly saying, "There's no need to be nervous. My parents are easygoing."Offering an awkward smile, Imogen teased him, whispering, "You seem more nervous than I am, don't you think?"Jasper chuckled but offered no reply. Dealing with Gregory and Carol was sure to be a bit daunting.Typically reserved around strangers, Nathan found it difficult to start a conversation at that moment. Meanwhile, Gregory and Carol felt apprehensive and cautious, worried that any misstep could upset the Morrisons and cause problems for Imogen.Sensing th
Mila approached them with a bouquet, smiling. "Yes, we're in the right place. We've come to visit you, our in-laws."The term "in-laws" caught Gregory off guard as he lay in the bed. Despite his injuries, he quickly propped himself up, struggling to sit upright. Carol, equally surprised, cautiously accepted the gift from Nathan's outstretched hands.Jasper and Imogen took the next elevator, so they hadn't reached the ward yet.Nathan quickly set his things down and hurried over, gently placing a reassuring hand on Gregory's shoulder. "You're injured. Don't get up. Just lie down and rest.""General Morrison, I…" Gregory's voice faltered in distress.Carol's hands trembled uncontrollably as she glanced nervously at Mila, worried that Mila and Nathan had overheard her argument with Gregory.Nathan spoke in a gentle tone, "Please, don't call me General Morrison. It sounds too formal. You both are older than me. Just call me Nathan, and I'll call you two by name in return."Mila came
In the hospital ward, Gregory had been asleep for over an hour when the nurse woke him to change his medication.After the change, Carol peeled an orange for him to eat. They shared the segments, chatting idly."Imogen really picked a good husband. Even these oranges he bought are unusually sweet," Carol said, marveling at the oranges. Gregory glanced at the orange and said, "They must be expensive.""Yes, they're sold by the piece in big supermarkets. Also, they're more expensive than beef and lamb," Carol said before eating another sweet segment.Gregory pondered for a moment. Then he curiously asked, "Someone ruined our house's floor. Do you think Jasper would help us repair it?"Carol shot him a look and replied, "Listen, don't burden Imogen with this. Don't even bring it up.""Why would it burden Imogen? With Jasper's wealth, this is nothing.""Enough," Carol snapped. "That's his business. No matter how poor we are, we shouldn't ask for what isn't ours." "You're too stu