The next day, Casey and Draco had breakfast together at Jordan Residence.After breakfast, Draco took a sip of his coffee and said, "Casey, you don't have to go to the company from today onward."Casey frowned. "Why, Father?"Casey had spent a considerable amount of money replacing materials in the past two days. He aimed to strike a blow to Evan when the amusement park's construction was completed.'Trying to get me to step down now? That's impossible! I won't be satisfied until I see Evan suffer!' Casey thought.To protect Casey, Draco had to make up a lie. "The upper management has diverse opinions on the loss you caused to the company."Casey was incredulous. "You won't let me go because of this, right? Father, I'm going to make up for these deficits when the amusement park is completed!" Draco was infuriated. "I'm telling you that you don't have to go anymore! How many times must I repeat myself?"The gentle expression on Casey's face vanished. "Did Evan come and see you?
Evan kept hitting Casey even after he fell. He seemed determined to beat Casey to death.The secretaries turned pale with fear, and the head secretary immediately called Reuben.Casey continued to laugh frantically and shout as if he had gone berserk."Beat me to death if you have the balls, Evan! You bastard! You and your mother are equally despicable!"Reuben rushed into the room as Casey's face was badly battered.He stopped Evan hastily, saying, "Please stop, sir!"With aggressive eyes, Evan shouted coldly, "Go away!"Reuben tightly hugged Evan's waist, refusing to let go. "Please calm down, sir! He's provoking you, so don't lose your composure. Beating him to death won't be beneficial for you!"Evan paused, and the anger in his eyes turned to pain at Reuben's advice. He gnashed his teeth, glaring at the severely beaten Casey."Get security to throw him out of MK!" Evan suppressed his anger with great effort.Reuben said, "Leave it to me, sir. Please calm down!"After lo
Draco took a seat, warning, "Don't even think about taking 30% of the shares!"Evan replied firmly, "Since it's non-negotiable, let's end this conversation."Draco slammed the desk in frustration and retorted, "What do you want then? Don't assume I can't find someone else to do your job!"Evan sneered and shot back, "I'm afraid MK will hit rock bottom long before you think about training a replacement for me."Draco questioned, "Do you doubt my ability to continue managing the company?"Leaning back, Evan challenged him, "After a decade away, how well do you know the company, industry needs, and the research and development of new products? How much can you catch up on?"Draco was rendered speechless.Evan continued. "And Casey's reputation will impact the company. How long do you think it can survive after the recent mess?"Draco felt the urgency to keep Evan at MK and clenched his fists, fearing the consequences.If he let Evan go, the latter could easily take over MK within
Caroline caressed Liora's face in guilt. "Sorry. I was thinking about something.""Are you thinking about him?" Liora asked. Caroline feigned her confusion. "Who are you referring to, Lia?""Scumbag Daddy," Tyler reminded her from the side. Two days had passed since Evan left, and Caroline realized he hadn't called or texted once. It felt like he was throwing a tantrum.Caroline sighed. "No, I was thinking about something else.""You're lying! You've constantly been staring at your phone for the past two days!" Liora accused.Caroline was at a loss for words. 'Is it that obvious…'Tyler chimed in. "Mommy, why do you like scumbag Daddy so much?"Caroline shifted the conversation. "Oh right, the weather's getting warm. Let me make you some outfits. What do you think?"Tyler said, "Mommy, it's not nice to change the topic of conversation.""No. I just want to focus my attention on all of you more," Caroline reassured.Liora cupped Caroline's face. "Can you stop frowning all
Meanwhile, Evan received Liora's text message while he was having lunch. He cracked a smile when he heard Liora's sweet voice, but his lips twitched when he heard the end of the voice clip. 'Boy? How did I transform from a man to a boy?' he thought.Evan sent a message.Evan: [What would you like me to say to your mom?]Liora: [Anything is fine.]Evan pondered. [Lia, was your mom very close with Scott previously?]Liora realized that Evan was trying to get information from her. Liora: [Yes. Papa Wilson takes good care of Mommy very much, and she treats him well, too.]Evan: [Did he do anything else other than taking care of her?]Liora pondered and wondered why Evan would ask this. 'Is he jealous of Mommy and Papa Wilson?'She knew what jealousy was and that one would only be jealous when one was in love. Moreover, the more jealous one was, the more one loved the other person. Kenny had told her that. 'If that is the case, let Daddy be jealous so he can love Mommy
"Where did you go, darling?" Alex sounded anxious. "I came home, but you were not here. Why did you leave without telling me?"Paige glanced at Caroline. "I have a prenatal checkup today, but I forgot to tell you yesterday. So, I asked Carol to come with me.""Ah, alright then. I'll pick you up from the hospital later!" Alex assured."It's fine! I want to go shopping with Carol later," Paige rejected Alex."Alright then. Be careful, and I'll wait for you at home," he said.After hanging up, Caroline asked, "Why won't you let Alex know that you're having a fever?""Better not. Alex has been really attentive to me during this period. He'll be anxious if I tell him everything. I don't want to make it too hard for him," Paige said, caressing her belly with a gentle gaze.Caroline placed her palm on Paige's slightly bulging belly. "The baby will certainly be attentive, considerate, and responsible like its father."Paige smiled at Caroline. "Carol, what do you think I should name it
Caroline thought about it as her phone rang once more. This time, it was Eira calling."Carol! Our yard is filled with supplements!" Eira exclaimed in panic.Caroline asked in astonishment, "What do you mean it's filled with supplements?"Eira replied, "I don't know! I just returned from grocery shopping and found a lot of supplements here!""How much is 'a lot'?" Caroline couldn't fathom Eira's shock."There are probably dozens of boxes at a glance!" Eira exclaimed.Caroline was rendered speechless.'What did Evan say about me finishing them all? How can I possibly finish dozens of boxes of supplements in a night? What is he thinking anyway?'"Get the bodyguards to move the supplement boxes into the warehouse. We shall distribute some to everyone tonight," Caroline decided."Alright… Carol," Eira agreed.Caroline sighed after ending the call and headed to the examination room. She opened the door and noticed it slightly ajar. The doctor was inside, but Paige was not."Docto
Dazed, Paige rested her chin on Caroline's shoulders. "You know, Carol, I was scared when I found out I was pregnant. But Alex's caring support after I told him helped me let go of my fear and fully embrace this child."Gradually, I felt a deep connection with the child, as if we were one and couldn't be separated. I also eagerly anticipated the childbirth. He is my precious darling, and I'll risk anything to protect him. But then, I didn't expect to contract this disease."What do I do about the child? What will happen to him... Carol, the doctor said he will get infected, too. He'll carry this virus for life if I give birth to him."But I couldn't bring myself to abort. I just couldn't... Besides, if people find out about my illness, they'll judge me unfairly. They might think I'm impure. But that's not who I am..."Paige poured her heart out, tears streaming down her face.Caroline also teared up. "Don't speak like that about yourself. I know the real you. Let's find a cure for