Rebecca looked sternly at Paige. "Azure just returned from abroad. I only learned about this when her grandfather visited. He had mentioned arranging a marriage between Alex and Azure when they were young."Caroline frowned deeply, realizing Rebecca was lying.Paige noticed this too and was about to speak when Caroline intervened. "Madam Price, does Alex know about this arranged marriage?"Rebecca leered at Caroline. "Who are you?"Caroline calmly replied, "I'm Paige's friend.""You have no say in this," Rebecca said, dismissing Caroline. "Ms. Watson can speak for herself."Paige became visibly upset. "Why couldn't Caroline say anything? She's my best friend!""Are you unable to speak for yourself?" Rebecca rebuked Paige rudely.Paige sneered. "I see now. You came to break up Alex and me today!"Paige's accusation left Caroline helpless since she knew Paige could be unstoppable when angered.Rebecca looked displeased. "Is this how you should address me?""I was being polite,
Paige was very upset. "Pug should handle this situation because she's his mother."Caroline explained, "If you marry him, you'll have to deal with his mother.""I'll deal with it when the time comes. Besides, I'm not obligated to marry him," Paige retorted.-When Alex returned to the Price household, he encountered Rebecca and Azure, who had just arrived home.Azure was thrilled to see him. "Alex!"Alex sidestepped as Azure tried to hug him. "Who are you?"Azure pouted. "It's me, Alex. I'm Fatty Azzie.""Fatty Azzie?" Alex blinked, feeling like he had heard that name before."Yeah!" Azure nodded. "I used to follow you around in primary and middle school."Alex's eyes widened in surprise. "It's you!"Azure smiled sheepishly. "You finally remember me.""Yes, I do," Alex said. "But can you explain why you approached my girlfriend and my mother?"His question made her blush.Meanwhile, Rebecca stepped forward, furious. "I haven't questioned you about this yet. Come inside."
Meanwhile, at Grand East Hospital.After a grueling four-hour surgery, the red light finally turned off. When Richie emerged, Evan felt so tense that he couldn't move a step.Richie sighed with relief and announced, "Mr. Jordan Jr.'s surgery was successful."This good news quickly lifted the heavy burden from Evan's shoulders.Evan nodded and instructed, "Ensure Axel receives the best medical care."Richie reassured him, "Don't worry, Mr. Jordan. We'll cure him, and our nurses will keep him company."Daniella also looked relieved. Her eyes were teary as she said, "Evan, I'm so glad to hear that."Evan glanced at her and smiled faintly. "Thank you."Daniella blushed, surprised, and stammered, "Y-You're welcome.""Let me treat you to a meal." After giving Richie a few more instructions, Evan turned to Daniella and said, "Let's go."-Caroline returned to Bayview Villa that evening.She placed her phone on the table during dinner, waiting for Axel's response.Tyler and Lior
Caroline said, "The signal might be weak in the mountains. Please inform Axel if he asks about me.""Absolutely!" the children assured her.-Alex met Evan at Villa Rosa at 9:00 p.m. They sat in the lounge, sipping wine. Alex asked, "I'm sure you're relieved now that Axel's surgery went well."Evan leaned back with his wine glass and took a sip. "Axel has to stay in a sterile room for a month.""Don't worry. Richie will provide top-notch care. By the way, are you attending the opening ceremony in two days?"Evan looked at him disapprovingly. "Aren't you taking Paige with you?""No, because my parents will be there too." Alex sighed. "Paige had a major argument with my mother today."Evan looked at Alex with curiosity. "Whose side are you on?""Undoubtedly on Paige's side!" Alex replied firmly."What an ungrateful son!" Evan teased.It put Alex in a tough spot. "I know, but I love Paige.""What's your plan?" Evan asked. "Your mother isn't easy to sway."Alex looked at Eva
Caroline chuckled helplessly, teasing Paige, "Not everyone dresses up like that, you know. Look, there are regular guests here, too."Tyler scoffed. "Godmother, maybe you should consider laser eye treatment."Upon hearing that, Paige glared at Tyler. "You never say anything nice!"Tyler raised an eyebrow. "Should I buy you an elegant suit, then?"Paige replied haughtily, "I'm already charming enough just by being myself. I don't need superficial things to enhance my charm."Liora affectionately hugged Paige. "Godmother, you're the prettiest. Tyler doesn't appreciate beauty. He's a bit clueless."Paige pinched Liora's cheek with joy. "Lia, you always say the sweetest things! Come on, let's have some fun!"As they strolled toward the lobby, a sudden scream pierced the air."Alex!"Paige and Caroline stopped in their tracks and turned their heads.They saw Azure in an elegant gown, waving gracefully.Alex stood beside a nearby car, dressed in a sleek suit with a gleaming black
Tyler shrugged. "I'm just being honest."Caroline glanced at the children, frustration written on her face. "Stay here and wait for me. I'll be back soon."The children nodded.Caroline loosened her grip on the children's hands and approached Paige. "Let's go inside first, Paige."Paige was nearly in tears. "I can't stand this place, Carol!"Caroline leered at Alex. "He should feel bad, not you."She turned away, not even looking at Evan.Evan watched their retreating figures while Alex's eyes remained fixed on Paige. Both wore pained expressions.After checking in, Caroline and Paige headed upstairs.However, the opening ceremony was in full swing downstairs, creating quite a racket.Paige collapsed on the bed and sobbed loudly. "Alex is a liar!"Caroline comforted Paige, stroking her back. "Maybe there's more to it than we think?""Why would that be?" Paige abruptly sat up, mascara streaking her face.The sight shocked the two children."That's hideous!" Tyler stared at
"I really like Alex a lot," Azure admitted. "I'm sorry for lying to you a few days ago. Now, I must warn you that if you intend to compete with me for Alex, you'll end up losing."Tyler and Liora were taken aback. 'She's so bold, coming here to wage war all by herself,' they thought.Paige said, "I have no interest in competing with you. I'll gladly give him to you, especially if he's so eager!"The children were impressed by Paige's boldness."Give me away?" Suddenly, Alex's voice filled the room.The crowd turned and saw Alex and Evan at the door. Caroline briefly locked eyes with Evan but quickly looked away, treating him like a stranger. Evan's expression darkened, and he tightened his grip on his hands.Paige calmly asked Alex, "What's wrong with what I said?"Alex approached her incredulously. "Are you really willing to give me to someone else?" he asked.Before Paige could respond, Azure interjected, "I shall take my leave, Alex."Alex ignored her words but watche
Evan smirked and remarked, "Your statuses have quite the contrast from the beginning. Although she may be carefree, she's still a woman, you know."Alex said, "You seem to have a good understanding of women..."Evan narrowed his eyes and asked, "What are you getting at?"Alex smiled mischievously and quipped, "Oh, nothing much, just that you couldn't land a date with Caroline either!"Evan's expression instantly tensed up. "Are you trying to get yourself in trouble, Alex?"Sensing the brewing tension, Alex quickly made a run for it.-Later that night, Paige stubbornly chose to stay in her room and sleep.Caroline took the children downstairs to the hot spring with no other options.After they changed into their swimwear, Caroline wrapped them in bath towels and walked out of the changing room.While keeping her head down to speak to the children, Caroline accidentally bumped into a man with glasses. She stumbled back a couple of steps, looked up at him, and apologized, "I'm