"When did I reconcile with her?" Evan asked with displeasure."I don't want to get involved in your relationship. All I know is that Daniella abused my son," Caroline replied.Evan explained coldly, "Daniella and I will never get back together, and I won't return your son to you, either."Caroline sneered. "You're sharing a meal with her, yet you claim you're not getting back together? Are you only rekindling things after sleeping in the same bed? Evan, I can't be as forgiving as you. I can't share a meal with someone who hurt my son!" "I have a reason to meet her.""Then tell me what the reason is!"Caroline's question left Evan speechless. He couldn't explain to Caroline right now because he didn't want to worry her.Caroline scoffed at Evan's avoidance. "I'll be straightforward. If you're getting back together with Daniella, give me back my son! Otherwise, I'll hire a lawyer and take legal action to gain custody!"Caroline stormed back to the private room in anger, circling
Caroline felt her heart sink at the news."Is there any other option? I just need one," Caroline said reluctantly.Robert replied, "It's not entirely impossible…""Please, tell me," Caroline urged anxiously."You could marry Mr. Jordan or find evidence that he abused the child."But Evan couldn't have abused the child—he was strict but not abusive. However, did she have to marry Evan?Even if she agreed, Evan and Draco might not approve. Caroline propped up her head, troubled by the lack of a viable solution."That's all for today, Mr. Joule. I need some time to think. Thank you," Caroline said wearily."You're welcome."Caroline could only temporarily postpone this matter, as there seemed to be no other way.She texted Scott: [Are you asleep? Feeling better today? I couldn't visit. I was too busy.]Scott: [Don't worry, I'm much better.]Caroline: [Great. I'll bring you soup tomorrow morning.]Scott: [No need to go back and forth. The hospital provides food. Just pick
Grayson pushed Daniella away in a fit of rage. "I gave you money to start a company when you asked for it, but you haven't even visited the company once since the incident! And now, you want to take care of someone else's child!"Tears welled up in Daniella's eyes. "I'll go to the company tomorrow, Grandpa. Please, don't be angry…"Grayson retorted, "Axel's leukemia and survival have nothing to do with you!"Daniella pleaded, "No, Grandpa. I can't bear to see the child I raised die like that."Grayson frowned deeply. "Even if that's the case, he's not your child!""Grandpa, I'm begging you to let me see him because I just can't bear it, Grandpa," Daniella cried."No!" Grayson was determined. "There's no room for negotiation on this matter! You must manage the company properly from tomorrow onward, and you're not allowed to see the child!"With that, Grayson stood up and angrily left Daniella's room.As the door slammed shut, Daniella's expression turned malicious. "How dare you
Grayson's expression changed dramatically. "Did she tell you she's meeting Evan?" he asked.Yuliana nodded. "Yes, Grandpa. I can't stand to see Daniella getting involved with Evan after how he treated her."Yuliana lied, hoping to dissuade Grayson from allowing Daniella to get close to Evan.She couldn't understand why Daniella wanted to connect with Casey but had previously tasked her with finding a bone marrow donor for Axel. However, now she saw the truth: Daniella possessed bone marrow compatible with Axel, and she intended to use it to get closer to Evan.You shameless bitch! Since you used me, why should I cover for you?' she thought.Grayson rose from his seat and turned to the bodyguard by the door. "Get the car!"-Meanwhile, Caroline dropped the children off at Merlin School.Before leaving, she told them, "Eira will pick you up later."Liora pouted and asked, "What are you doing tonight, Mommy?"Caroline bent down, gently pinching Liora's cheek. "I have something t
Caroline chuckled. "14,000 dollars? Sure, you can pay me that."Daniella's expression changed. "Why should I pay you 14,000 dollars? Can't you see that my car collided with yours because you parked haphazardly?"Caroline gestured toward the surveillance camera with her chin. "See that camera? I was driving straight when you turned and crashed into me. This is a parking area, Daniella. Think before you speak.""What do you mean, 'think'? How dare you criticize my granddaughter when you're just a mistress?" A stern voice suddenly cut in.Daniella and Caroline turned together. A shadow moved swiftly before Caroline could see the person clearly.A loud slap echoed, followed by a burning pain across her face. Caroline's bodyguard quickly shielded her.Caroline was briefly stunned, her gaze turning cold as she felt her burning cheek. She raised her head and looked at Grayson, who had appeared in front of her."It seems Daniella's arrogance is a result of your guidance," she said coldl
Neil sat in a meeting at the Xander Group when his phone suddenly buzzed. His face turned serious as he watched the surveillance footage.Without hesitation, he stood up and announced, "We're ending today's meeting right here!"He briskly left the room, leaving a group of bewildered executives behind.As he walked toward his office, Neil dialed Caroline's number.Caroline answered, "Hello?"Neil entered his office, shut the door, and asked urgently, "Are you okay, Carol?"Caroline was surprised that Neil had found out so quickly."I'm fine, Neil. How did you find out?" she asked."Ty sent it to me. Why didn't you tell me?" Neil responded."Ty?" Caroline was taken aback. "Isn't Ty at school? How did he reach you without his phone?""It's not a minor matter," Neil insisted. "Besides, with the surveillance cameras there, it would have come out eventually."Caroline reasoned, "Your grandfather can control online information. If you don't hear it from me, it'll be as if it never
Not that Reuben didn't want to help, but it wasn't his place to do so.The situation had already escalated, and Grayson couldn't afford to stay out of it any longer. Even the Xander Group's stock would be affected.Even if Evan took action, it would draw attention to the matter, but someone else had taken care of it for him.Meanwhile, Daniella was involved in this incident. He had just signed an agreement with her today.Axel was his top priority at the moment.As the lawyer stepped out of the elevator, Evan asked, "Did you bring the agreement?"The lawyer produced the document and handed it to Evan. "Please review this, Mr. Jordan."Evan carefully examined it, checking the few important clauses he had instructed the lawyer to include. He then set the document down and instructed Reuben to call Daniella.-In the afternoon, Neil found himself surrounded by a group of journalists as he left the company."Mr. Xander, is Mr. Xander Sr. available? Could you please arrange for hi
Caroline removed her sunglasses and glared at Neil. "I'm doing this so I don't cause trouble for you, you know.""Ah? Why do you say that?" Neil asked, smiling.Caroline continued. "You're going to hold a press conference, right? It will affect you if we don't align in our statements, won't it?"Neil gently touched Caroline's still-swollen cheek, his eyes filled with sympathy. "Don't worry about me. I will stick to the facts when I explain everything."Caroline asked, "Aren't you concerned that your grandfather will blame you?""I'll stand by what I've said. Everyone must take responsibility for their actions." Neil pulled back his arm, and his expression gradually turned cold. Caroline was about to speak when Neil's phone rang. He glanced at Caroline when he noticed Grayson was calling. "Speak of the devil."Caroline leaned against the chair. "Answer the call."Neil nodded and accepted it. "Neil, have you checked the Internet? You should know what to say in the press conf