Yvette couldn't find a way to vent her frustration, so she walked into a bar and got herself a few drinks. Being drunk was the only way she could temporarily forget all of her troubles.Meanwhile, Xavier took a cold shower for more than an hour before the effects of the drug slowly faded away slightly. He exited the bathroom in a robe and realized that Yvette wasn't at home. After he asked his bodyguard, he learned that she had gone out to the bar.Yvette was drinking alone in the bar when a tall figure suddenly blocked the light in front of her. She looked up in a daze and saw Xavier's dashing face."Why are you here?" When she spoke, her breath reeked of alcohol.He frowned. "When did you learn how to drink?"In the past, Yvette would det drunk after just a glass of beer. But at that moment, the counter was full of empty glasses. Yvette hadn't expected him to ask about how she had gotten into drinking and was stunned for a moment. Then, she said charmingly, "I think it was a
"As long as you're willing to let me and Noah go and let bygones be bygones."Xavier tightened his grip around her a little. "No way." He thought Yvette had been right before. There was no way they could be friends when they had been husband and wife. If she was going to leave, he would have to die first!The light in Yvette's eyes dimmed, and she smiled bitterly. "If I had known that you're someone who holds grudges, I would've asked to call off the marriage beforehand."It was another regret of hers! Xavier remembered her saying how she regretted marrying him, and his face turned colder. He stopped talking to her, and it got quiet in the car as they drove in the dark.Yvette was slightly drunk, and her face was red. He thought she had caught a cold from him, and he reached out to place his hand on her forehead. However, before he even touched her, she instinctively avoided him.His hand was left hanging in mid-air. Then, he tried touching her again, this time without both
Xavier felt like something was stuck in his throat. He had never cared about the money or projects. He just didn't like being lied to! Whether it was in the business field or anywhere else, that had been the first and only time he had been tricked in public. Seeing how Xavier wasn't answering her, Yvette didn't know how she could help him find closure. "Other than that, I really have no idea how I can help you let go of the past."When Xavier noticed that she had finally stopped talking, he turned his head to look at her petite figure. "It has been at least eight years since our families' agreement. Many things have changed in that time, including the projects and the amount of money. How do you plan on returning all of it?""State your price, and I'll think of a way to pay you back," she quickly said.His dark eyes lit up a little. "Sure. Once you've paid me back fully, I'll let you go."Since she had asked him to state his price, he decided to state one that she could never
After half an hour, Yvette returned to her room to get some rest. Meanwhile, Xavier was still in his study. When Kiki called Yvette, she was shocked to hear that the latter had to pay him 7.9 billion dollars."How could you possibly pay him that much money? Besides, your brother and mother were the ones who snatched the money away. So, why should you be the one to pay him back?"Yvette sat on the balcony and enjoyed the breeze as it helped her sober up. "I've talked to him a lot today. He has never agreed to let bygones be bygones before. Now, he has promised to forget about the marriage fraud if I can pay him back…"Kiki couldn't help feeling something was weird. "Yvvy, why do I have the feeling that he's taking advantage of you?""He's the CEO of Lane Group. It's not like he needs 7.9 billion dollars. You might not know this, but I've looked into his company online before. "Currently, they're earning at least 60 billion dollars annually by collecting rent. That's excluding th
Yvette hadn't expected Xavier to be so straightforward. She thought about how he had stopped what they had been doing halfway when she had made the first move. At that moment, she wasn't as impulsive as she had been before. "I don't think that's appropriate."He got close to her. "We're still husband and wife, so why isn't it appropriate?"As he spoke, he untied his robe. She couldn't help but turn her head away to avoid looking at him. Xavier noticed how embarrassed she was, and he gulped slightly. "Don't worry. I'm not going to touch you."She was stunned as reality hit her as she had expected. "If you like sleeping here, I'll sleep in the guest room." Then, she turned around to leave. Since she couldn't have what she wanted, there was no need for her to stay there.However, Xavier grabbed her wrist and pulled it forcefully. Her body leaned forward and heavily fell into his embrace. Just as Yvette was about to get up, he held her tightly in his arms."Don't move. You'll co
Noah came outside and stood on the balcony. From what he could see, there were endless mountains and trees surrounding the manor. He frowned. "He's not keeping a kid captive. He's keeping a criminal in prison!"After standing on the balcony for a short while, Noah started feeling weak. He endured the feeling and started exploring other areas. He had been trying to find a way out while he had been locked up there.However, the security was too tight. Even if he managed to sneak past the guards, he wouldn't be able to run a mile before his weak body collapsed. He might even lose his life.After he took a good look around the area, Wendy finally realized that he was gone, and she immediately panicked. "Noah? Where are you, Noah?"If something were to happen to him, she figured Xavier would skin her alive. As she thought of that, she trembled in fear.Just then, Noah entered the room with a glass of water. "Are you tired, Ms. Wendy? Have some water."When Wendy saw him, she let out
Xavier gulped when he heard Yvette mention a contract. He thought it was unnecessary to have something like that between them. Since he was worried she would leave, he unwillingly said, "In that case, prepare it first." If he wasn't fine with the conditions, he wouldn't accept them.After Xavier got changed, he got into his car and went to Fortian Manor. Upon his arrival, he saw Noah lying in bed with tears all over his face."You're finally here to see me, mister. Did you tell Daddy how you've snatched me away?"Since he had kidnapped Noah, there was no way he would talk to Claude. He raised an eyebrow and said, "He found out about it a long time ago."Noah's nose turned red as his dark eyes teared up again. "In that case, why hasn't he come to take me home? I miss home. I miss my daddy…"Xavier brought him some tissues. "Stop thinking about him. He doesn't want you anymore."Noah was speechless when he heard that and thought it was nonsense. There was no way Claude wouldn't w
Xavier's face turned extremely gloomy, and he let go of Noah right away. He thought Noah was too timid."Please don't punish me, mister… I didn't do it on purpose. I was scared…"When the nannies outside heard Noah crying in the room, they thought Xavier was doing something evil to him. Wendy, who had been taking care of Noah, risked her job and opened the door right away. "Mr. Lane, he's still a kid. You can't hit him."When she entered the room, she noticed that Xavier's white shirt had a yellow stain. She immediately realized what was going on, and she looked away in embarrassment.Noah was still pushing Xavier as he cried. "Are you mad, mister? Why aren't you saying anything? When are you going to let me see my mommy?"Xavier looked upset as he placed Noah back on the bed and quickly went to the bathroom. Then, he showered over and over again.Whenever he thought about how mischievous Noah was, he wanted to punish the kid badly. Xavier couldn't understand how a woman as gen
When Jeana found out, she clicked her tongue and said, "How shameless. She's already divorced from Xav and yet is still sleeping together."Yvette heard murmuring outside and got up to check it out. She saw Jeana and a few maids badmouthing her.She was speechless. What could Xavier possibly do to her in his current state?"You don't like me sleeping with Xavier. How about you take my place?" Yvette stood upstairs and spoke loudly.Upon hearing this, Jeana's expression shifted immediately.If she were to sleep next to Xavier, she definitely wouldn't live to see the sunrise tomorrow."I'm not like you. I'm not married to Xav yet, so nothing will happen between us," Jeana said with feigned innocence.Yvette laughed. "Then, after you marry him, would you dare to share a bed with him and have something happen?"Jeana was at a loss for words once again. She stopped talking, went back to her room, and slammed the door shut.She couldn't wait to hear Yvette's screams tonight.During
Kiki sat beside him and asked, "What exactly happened? Why was Mr. Shaw Senior so angry a couple of days ago, and what's going on with Xavier?""Just know that while I'm not a saint, I'm not a terribly wicked person either. But Jeremiah is a wolf in sheep's clothing, so make sure Yvette stays cautious," Tristan advised.Kiki rolled her eyes at him."As far as I know, Jeremiah has always been kind to Yvvy. When they were young, he often helped her and stood up for her when she was bullied. But you, when she just married Xavier, you were the one who bullied her the most!"Tristan was momentarily at a loss for words.That was because Kiki was right in pointing out that Tristan used to frequently bully Yvette.Yvette's hearing had worsened in both ears, and she currently relied on hearing aids until now.Tristan was filled with regret, and he understood that he could never make things right with Yvette. He had been researching ways to treat mild hearing loss but hadn't made much pro
Yvette shook her head and said, "Not yet. His condition is still very unstable. Once Dad's health improves, I'll take you and Zachary to see him."Noah nodded obediently and said, "Alright. Go ahead. Ms. Wendy and Lily are at home. I'll be good.""Okay."Yvette listened to what Noah said and felt genuinely gratified. She was really thankful to have two such thoughtful children at such a young age.After soothing Noah, Yvette had the driver drive to the manor.She had just arrived and saw the nurses and doctor forcibly administering an injection to Xavier."What kind of injection is this?" Yvette immediately stepped forward."It's a sedative," Nathaniel replied with a stern expression. "Mr. Lane lost control again earlier and started hitting people."Yvette frowned. "Didn't I tell you? If he has an episode, just call me, and I'll come over right away."Nathaniel feigned a helpless look at Yvette. "That won't do. When Mr. Lane gets violent, he doesn't hold back at all. If we don
Yvette immediately understood what Jacqueline meant. "Thank you so much. I'll cover all your losses personally.""You don't have to. Just continue working with me when you're in charge in the future."Jacqueline realized that Yvette was genuinely kind-hearted. In their collaboration, she found that she got a fair deal and even made more profit compared to working with others."Okay." Yvette didn't exchange any more pleasantries with her after that.Today's parent meeting had unexpectedly helped Yvette solve a big problem.She finally breathed a sigh of relief. She could now take a proper rest.First, she took care of Noah, and then she planned to go to the manor to visit Xavier.At home, Noah had already learned from Zachary's investigation that the manor was private property belonging to Jeremiah."Zac, I feel like it's not really a good thing for Mom, but if she wants to be with Jeremiah, I'll support her."Noah rested his head on his hand and said, "But Jeremiah is already
Anne, thinking about her child at home, said, "I need to go back and check on my kid too."As the three people got ready to leave, Elena hesitated and stayed behind.Once they left, a few of the other moms also decided to leave.The remaining people seemed to want to get on Marlene's good side.Marlene also knew of this and told them, "Zayden will be returning to the main headquarters of Titan Corporation very soon.""Really? To what position?" Mia asked.Marlene smiled and said, "It has to be a high-ranking position.""Congratulations are definitely in order. Once Mr. Zayden returns to work at the headquarters, could you possibly help make some introductions?" Mia tentatively suggested.Elena made a point to remember everything that happened here so she could tell Yvette all about it.Elena felt that even if Yvette and Xavier were divorced, Yvette's life wouldn't be any worse than Marlene'sShe was determined to become friends with Yvette again, and she believed she was maki
Upon learning of the situation, Jeremiah instructed Nathaniel to keep a close watch on Xavier's every move, especially when he was with Yvette.Nathaniel said, "Yvette also wants Mr. Xavier to be able to go out for walks."Jeremiah paused before replying, "As long as he doesn't leave the manor, he can go for a walk."Yvette could look at Xavier at any moment, and Jeremiah didn't want Yvette to have a negative impression of him."Understood."…As the end of the month approached at Titan Corporation, those with the lowest sales would be fired.Division Five had been performing well, but unfortunately, there were issues with the accounts. If the upper management or shareholders found out, it could become a significant problem.At that time, it was likely that Division Five, who were suspected of fraud, would be fired.Yvette had already arranged for someone to look into this matter, focusing on who has been in close contact with Marlene or Division One recently.However, there
Jeana stopped talking after that. If Shannon were to see hers hurting Xavier, not only would the idea of them getting married be out of the question, but she would definitely be kicked out.Yvette couldn't be bothered to continue the conversation and said, "In the future, be more careful. If it happens again, it won't just end with a slap."She returned to her room to continue resting.The next day, when morning came, Xavier was still asleep.The doctor came to give him a medical check-up.The doctor said, "Most of Mr. Lane's physical injuries have healed, but the brain damage is something that won't recover in this lifetime."Yvette listened with a worried expression on her face.Before, it was just that Xavier couldn't see. Now, he had turned into a fool.Although he was once a favored and exceptionally talented person, his current life of his was incredibly difficult.Nathaniel escorted the doctor out, leaving only Yvette and Xavier in the room. Yvette was about to go to w
Yvette quietly peeked through the crack in the door and saw that Xavier was still lying in bed. His eyes were still closed.He hadn't woken up at all. He must have been having a nightmare just now.Yvette finally felt relieved enough to go back in and tucked the covers back around him, teasing him as she did so, "Look at you in your current state, yet you've got beautiful women eager to marry you. You're really lucky."After finishing speaking, she thought it was getting late and decided to go back to her room to rest.Suddenly, Xavier's large hand grasped her wrist tightly.Yvette's pupils constricted. She thought Xavier had woken up, so she immediately called out to him. "Xavier..."Xavier, however, let go of her.Yvette's eyes were filled with disappointment as she gently placed his hand down."I'll see you again tomorrow."Yvette then went back to her room to sleep.In the early hours of the morning, the sky was exceptionally dark. Yvette was a light sleeper and had a vag
"It's so late. It can't be good, right?" Nathaniel said, standing in front of Yvette.Yvette asked, puzzled, "What's not good?""I'm just concerned about your safety," Nathaniel explained.Yvette stepped past him and said, "Don't worry, I'll take care of myself."She quickly walked toward Xavier's room.Nathaniel assumed that Xavier would not wake up now, so he didn't stop her again.In the spacious bedroom, Xavier lay quietly on the bed with his eyes tightly shut. He didn't appear to be sleeping normally.Yvette closed the door before walking to his side."Xavier," she called out.The person on the bed showed no signs of movement.Yvette sat beside him on the bed and pulled the covers aside a little to look at him, only to discover that he was covered in injuries.It looked like he was hit with a stick, leaving bruises all over. It seemed really painful.Yvette looked around, found a medical kit, picked it up, and began to tend to his wounds.What she didn't know was that