Evan swiftly turned, gripping Caroline's hand as he led her up the stairs. Caroline strained to free herself and exclaimed, "Evan, we can talk right here! No need to go upstairs!"But Evan remained steadfast and headed to her room. After closing the door behind them, Evan asked, "I thought you had something to tell me. Why are you introducing superstitions to the child at such a young age?"Rubbing her sore wrist, Caroline retorted, "I don't owe you an explanation!"Evan's brow furrowed. "Don't jeopardize a child's future out of spite, Caroline!""Am I really jeopardizing a child's future? You have no clue what happened after Lia returned from the graveyard the other day!" Caroline shot back.Evan asked, "What happened?"Caroline reluctantly explained Liora's condition during those two days.Evan was taken aback and asked with a serious expression, "Why didn't you tell me sooner?"Caroline countered, "Would it have made a difference? You'd still doubt me like today, possibl
No one would dare to enter Rill Park in the middle of the night during a heavy downpour!Neil clenched his phone tightly, his eyes filled with anger. 'It must've been Draco! I have the proof now, but I still need a witness. I've got to find one!' Neil thought.-Three days later, on Saturday.Paige called Caroline to accompany her to a prenatal checkup. Caroline entrusted the kids to Eira and rushed to meet Paige. As soon as Paige hopped into the car, she began venting her frustration. "I'm so annoyed, Carol! Alex takes great care of me, but he was already out even before the sun was up now that his friend is returning!"Caroline asked, "Did he mention his friend's name?"Paige pouted. "I think so, but I can't remember clearly. Someone named Lucas or something."A name clicked in Caroline's mind. "Lucas Jensen.""That's it! He said this guy just returned from abroad," Paige explained.Caroline wasn't too interested in Evan's friend. "Let it go. I'll come with you to the
Lucas slicked back his hair and remarked, "Of course, my etiquette training abroad wasn't for nothing!"He glanced at Evan, then around, and asked, "Evan, where's my godson?""What do you mean by 'my godson'? That's my godson!" Alex exclaimed."Huh? I named Axel. What does Axel have to do with you, who came afterward?" Lucas grumbled.Alex stepped closer, gripping Lucas by the neck. "Are you looking for a fight?"Lucas retorted, "Come at me! I'm not scared of you!"Evan wore a solemn expression and wondered, 'What are these two doing in such a crowded airport?'He turned away, unable to bear watching any longer.Lucas and Alex called out anxiously, "Where are you going, Evan?"Evan quickened his pace, making a lunch reservation for himself and Lucas at a nearby restaurant.After a few drinks, Lucas asked, "I heard Caroline is back, and you're pursuing her, Evan. Is that true?"Evan shot an accusatory glance at Alex. "Did he tell you this?"Lucas nodded and explained, "You d
Alex had shared a bunch of information with Lucas before Evan's return.Lucas was visibly shocked as he listened. He then blamed Alex, saying, "Why didn't you inform me while Evan was suffering?"Alex asked, "Were you able to use your phone during your etiquette training?"Lucas scratched his head. "I was too occupied before. We need to assist Evan!""You can begin with Caroline's two kids," Alex suggested.Lucas was surprised. "She has kids too?"Alex clarified, "Axel is Caroline's son, and Liora and Tyler are Evan's children."Lucas exclaimed, "Oh my goodness! I can't believe I didn't know all this!"No! I must support my good friend. We can't neglect his kids and future wife!"-Meanwhile, at Bayview Villa. Tyler was sitting in front of his laptop and looked clearly upset."Damnit! Who's behind this? Why are they so sneaky?" Tyler slammed the table with his fist.Axel reminded him, "Don't swear, Ty."Tyler's expression turned serious, "They've created so many fake IP
Scott set his phone aside and approached Caroline.Paige asked, "You're here too, Scott?"Scott nodded with a smile. "Ty, Lia, and Axel will resume school soon, right? I came to get them some back-to-school gifts.""That's kind of you. Please, have a seat, Scott," Caroline said as she stood up."Sure," Scott replied.Caroline made way for Scott to enter the cafe, coincidentally as a waiter approached with a tray of coffee.The waiter anxiously called out upon noticing Caroline, "Watch out!"Scott raised his head suddenly. He realized Caroline couldn't avoid the waiter in time and swiftly pulled her into his arms.The clatter of plates and cups hitting the ground filled the air.With a concerned frown, Scott checked on Caroline in his arms. "Are you okay, Carol?"Caroline recovered from her surprise and looked into Scott's warm, light brown eyes. She was briefly stunned before gently removing herself from his embrace. In a panic, she said, "I'm fine…"She turned to the waiter
Paige glanced at Scott and Caroline, pondering how well they suited each other. She couldn't help but think it was a shame that Scott couldn't measure up to Evan.Caroline excused herself to the restroom, and Paige seized the opportunity to ask, "Scott, how much do you like Carol, huh?"Scott smiled faintly and asked, "Why are you asking me this?"Paige pressed further, "You must have experienced something that makes you so good at concealing your emotions, right?"Scott's smile wavered for a moment. "I don't understand what you mean."Paige adopted a serious tone, her eyes locked onto Scott's. "I can't gauge your love for Carol because I don't see it in your eyes."Scott replied calmly, "Why should I display what's in my heart?"Paige remained silent but kept peering into Scott's eyes.After a moment, Paige suddenly chuckled and said, "I was just messing with you. You fell for it!"Scott's smile faded, and his warm expression turned cold instantly. "Do you find this amusing?"
Noticing Paige's emotional state, Caroline comforted her, "Alright, I understand what you mean. He might have the potential to be an actor."Paige countered, "You still don't get it. Listen to me—be cautious around him if you trust my judgment!"Just as Paige's voice faded, Caroline received Evan's message.This time, Paige didn't interrupt Caroline. She pulled up the message and saw a photo of Scott hugging her from earlier.Caroline couldn't believe how Evan got hold of that photo.Shortly after, she received another text from Evan.[Where are you?] His message conveyed his anger.Caroline: [I'm at the mall with Paige. Why did you send me that photo?]Evan: [Why is Scott hugging you?]Caroline: [Stop questioning me as if I did something wrong before you know the whole story.]As soon as she sent her message, Evan called.Caroline took a deep breath and picked up. "What do you want, Evan?" she asked, displeased.Paige was astonished and asked, "What's going on?"Caroline
Yuliana chuckled. "Is this out of respect for my parents? You're just a promiscuous woman! You portrayed a good image and deceived them!""Why would you call Carol promiscuous based on the photo you took?" Paige was livid."This photo alone is enough to prove that, right?" Yuliana said."The photo proves nothing. You don't know the whole truth," Caroline replied."Didn't that man hug you?" Yuliana asked."Why are you so quick to judge people?" Paige's face darkened."Anger isn't good for the baby," Caroline comforted Paige.Paige leaned against the chair, caressing her belly and glaring at Yuliana.Caroline said, "Is there a misunderstanding between us, Yuliana?""The biggest misunderstanding is you cheating on Evan!" Yuliana grunted."Evan and I aren't together and might not be in the future," Caroline said seriously.Yuliana was shocked. "What do you mean?""Just know that even if Evan and I were together, I wouldn't cheat on him. I'm single now, so I have the right to ma