After shutting the door, Caroline sat with Marie on the sofa and asked, "What would you like to ask?"Marie sighed. "Ms. Shenton, I don't understand why my daughter-in-law dislikes me so much."Caroline was rendered speechless. Marie said, "I served a few rather reputable families in Angelbay, and I make a few thousand dollars monthly. I also speak a little Ylesirese."Caroline said, "Is your daughter-in-law academically gifted? Where is she working now?""She's the deputy head of operations department in MK," Marie said. Caroline smiled. "Ah, MK. I understand her thoughts now."Marie asked, "What do you mean?"Caroline said, "A person in her position doesn't care how much money you make but how many connections you can bring her."Marie asked anxiously, "What should I do then, Ms. Shenton? Is it pointless for me to make more money?"Caroline said, "If you follow my advice, I can help you to improve your relationship with your daughter-in-law."Marie nodded strenuously. "I
Elvira frowned in displeasure. "Since Mr. Hendrix is paying you so handsomely, you will need to bear the corresponding risks as well." Elvira turned and left upon saying that. Marie pursed her lips as she gazed after Elvira's departing figure. 'They are all exploiting me, just as expected! If it weren't for Ms. Shenton's alertness to come to me, I might be wronged and wouldn't be able to speak up for myself!'An idea occurred to Marie as she looked at the medicine bottle in her hand. Half an hour later, she served milk in a tray to Caroline. Marie spoke louder when the door opened. "This is milk for you, Ms. Shenton."Marie immediately stuffed the item in her pocket with a note to Caroline. Caroline took it swiftly and placed it in her pocket.Then, she told Marie, "Understood. I'll have the milk in my room."Marie winked. "You have to finish it now so I can bring it downstairs to wash, Ms. Shenton."Caroline understood the situation, so she immediately grabbed the glass
Caroline frowned. "Are you implying that I should attempt to create conflicts between them?""Yes. I suspect that Scott not eliminating you may indicate some emotional attachment toward you," Zeke said solemnly, "That would be impossible!" Caroline denied it right away. Zeke heaved a sigh as he looked at Caroline. "Can you tell me why he is keeping you around then?"Caroline said, "He's keeping me alive because he's worried that my death will harm his reputation?"Zeke shook his head. "Have you ever considered that he could orchestrate your demise to appear accidental? It wouldn't affect him, should he decide to eliminate you."Caroline's thoughts gradually drifted. She was stunned for a long while before she muttered, "So, you're implying he is keeping me alive because he has feelings for me?""I can't think of another reason other than this. After all, you have no use for him now," Zeke shared.Caroline tightened her fists, overwhelmed by repulsion at the idea of Scott ha
Axel: [You're awesome, Lia. It's quite impressive that you can make one like this so soon.]Tyler took a glance at Axel.Tyler: [You're spoiling her.]Axel: [It's commendable when Lia makes spontaneous efforts. We should encourage that.]Tyler pouted.Tyler: [That's just lying.]Soon, Liora replied.Liora: [Your words are still as unpleasant as ever, Ty! I hate you! I despise you! Axel is the best. I miss you and Mommy so much, Axel.]Tyler's expression turned solemn.Tyler: [How about me?]Liora: [You don't deserve it because you mock me!]Tyler typed in anger.Tyler: [I won't waste my time talking to you then!]Liora: [You may choose not to talk then!]Caroline's agitation reduced significantly after seeing her two children quarreling. Caroline: [Alright, let's not quarrel anymore. You're amazing, Lia. I shall wait for your protection charm.]Tyler: [You're spoiling her, Mommy. It's scary to bring along the charm!]Liora: [You're so annoying! Gah!]Soon afterward,
On Tuesday afternoon.Caroline saw Scott's car parked at the entrance as soon as she walked out of her company building. She approached, and Scott rolled down the window. The sun hit his brown eyes and added a touch of gentleness to it. He called out gently, "Get in the car, Carol."Caroline's expression turned cold. She opened the door and said while looking straight ahead, "Don't come and pick me up next time."Scott started the car engine and diverted the topic of conversation. "What would you like to have for dinner? We're eating out tonight.""I would like to ask you if all your subordinates are disrespectful," Caroline remarked. Scott thought about Elvira right away and frowned. "Did Elvira speak harshly to you?"Caroline elaborated, "It's fine that she is always watching when I meet with my partners. Yet, why does she insult me with harsh words for no reason? Does she think that the partners don't understand Ylesirese?"Scott's expression turned cold. "What sort of h
Elvira said, "I didn't verbally criticize her, Mr. Hendrix."Scott stared at Elvira. "I'm giving you one more chance to answer."Elvira panicked. "I… might have done it, but only because she refused to let me follow her! So, I warned her— Ugh!"Scott clutched Elvira's throat before she could finish her sentence. His grip was tightening as he warned her coldly, "If you speak to her like that again from now on, it's time to weigh if your life can be spared!"Elvira's entire body was shaking profusely, and she spoke with difficulty. "Understood…Mr. Hendrix…"Scott pulled back his hand while Elvira held her throat and coughed violently. Scott glared at her. "Stay at her company's entrance to pick her up and drop her off for work in the future. You're not allowed to go with her if she is going out for a work meeting."Elvira said, "Yes, sir…"Scott got into the car and left upon saying that.Elvira entered the villa soon afterward. However, Caroline stayed still and waited for E
"Carol," Scott called out.Caroline stopped walking and turned to look at him nonchalantly. "What are you doing here?"Scott stood next to the car and said, "I'm sending you to the school."Caroline's gaze turned cold instantly. 'School?'Soon afterward, she walked to Scott right away. She did not wish to draw her employees' attention at the company's entrance. She got into the car and asked sternly after Scott got into the car, "How do you know that I'm going to the school? Did you assign people to monitor the children at school?"Scott started the car and said casually, "I didn't have them monitored, but the bodyguards informed me when they heard about it."Caroline suppressed her anger. "How is that any different from monitoring? The other students will regard them differently if you do this to them!""You're overthinking, Carol. The bodyguards are only posted at the school entrance," Scott explained. Caroline said, "Even if that is the case, why are you coming with me no
"Are you really going to discard me because of Caroline?" Azure asked incredulously.Scott asked coldly, "Do you think you're some great catch?""How could you say that to me?" Azure exclaimed. Scott said, "You're nothing without your influential family as your backer."Azure could no longer stand Scott's derogatory remarks and was about to lose her temper. "Let's call off the engagement if that's the case!"Scott said, "You don't have the right to end it because I was the one who proposed it first.""Why not? I can get my family to announce your affair with Caroline and call off the engagement!" Azure retorted. "You may give it a try. Don't forget where I brought you from," Scott reminded and hung up. Azure stared blankly at her phone screen when the call ended abruptly.'Is he threatening me?' Azure controlled her breathing with great effort. 'I won't allow myself to live so degraded and subjected to the whims of others!'Hence, Azure called her grandmother, who picked u