Of course, Daphne remembered none of that. However, she was good at observing and reading other people's expressions. She noticed how peculiar Tristan was behaving that day and how he had kept looking at her arms when she had gotten there.Seeming to realize something, she pretended to reminisce about the past with him. "Of course I remember. You were all covered in blood back then. I'd been scared silly!"The car had been about to explode at any moment. I remember prying the door open to drag you out. I ended up getting all sorts of cuts and scratches on my arms because of that. "You've got no idea how gruesome the scars on my arms were after the wounds healed. Fortunately, I had a surgical procedure after that to have them removed."Daphne vividly remembered the wounds on Yvette's arms. She had met Yvette the day of the accident and had also asked about the scars.Had it been in the past, Tristan would have undoubtedly believed her words. But he had his reservations now.Bac
Tristan picked up his glass and downed his drink. "Xav, she's dead. Let bygones be bygones."As soon as he said that, he realized that he was actually speaking up for Yvette.But Xavier didn't realize that something was different about Tristan that day. The former continued to read on. Just as he was nearly finished, his phone rang. He picked it up and saw that it was Mark. "Mr. Lane, I've tracked down Claude's movements." Then, Mark sent him an address.When Xavier opened it, he saw that it was a small, remote county called Sangine County. It sounded a little familiar, but he couldn't remember where he had heard it before.When Xavier didn't say anything after a long silence, Tristan couldn't help but ask, "What's the matter?" Xavier got up. "I have to go somewhere. Call me if anything happens." Without saying another word, he got his coat and walked out the door.Tristan wanted to ask Xavier where he was going, but the latter left in a hurry. Soon, Tristan was the only perso
"Poor Ms. Xenos. She didn't have a daughter herself, and she ended up losing the girl she had painstakingly raised as her daughter.""Right? I remember Yvette as a smart and well-behaved girl. Why did she leave this world at such a young age?""Living in a rich household isn't always a good life. The last time I saw her here, she looked like a completely different person. She was so skinny that a gust of wind could have blown her away.""Ms. Xenos and Yvette always talked about how good Yvette's husband was, but they were just lying to themselves and everyone else. During their three years of marriage, he never came here with Yvette, not even once!"Xavier felt a lump in his throat when he heard that. However, even after he had waited for a day, Viola and Yvette never came back.He snoozed lightly while simply leaning back in a wooden chair. He had only fallen asleep for a short while when he woke up in shock.He had dreamt of Yvette's death once more. At that moment, he had re
Besides sleeping and eating, Xavier spent all his time at his office working.Tristan ended up having to go to retrieve the belongings Yvette had left behind at Claude's apartment. He could sense that Xavier had changed.Since Xavier had returned, he had grown quieter. It was as if he was immersed in his own world.Tristan couldn't help but ask Mark, "What's up with Xav these days?"Mark shook his head. "I don't know either. Mr. Shaw, do you think that Mr. Lane has really fallen for Ms. Snyder?"When Tristan heard that, a strange look crossed his eyes. "Who knows?"After that, he got into his car and asked his driver, Matt Grogg, to get going. He leaned back in his seat and rubbed the spot between his eyebrows. If Xavier had really fallen for Yvette, then why had he been so eager to acquire Snyder Group?Xavier would have known how important Snyder Group had been for Yvette. James, who had loved his daughter to pieces, had built it from the ground up himself.If Xavier liked
Tristan wrapped his hands around his head and yelled.At the side, Avery asked in confusion, "Mr. Shaw, what's the matter?"Tristan returned to his senses. Staring at Avery, he said, "Let me ask you a question. Say someone saved your life, but you didn't know it and even treated her poorly. "Why wouldn't your savior tell you that she was the one who saved you? After all, you wouldn't have treated her like that if you had known!"Avery pondered it for a moment, then replied, "It's simple. The first reason could be that she thought I knew who had saved me, but I just didn't bring it up. She might have thought that I was ungrateful, so there was no point in her saying anything about it."The second reason could be that she didn't think saving me was a big deal, so there was no need to mention it."Not a big deal, so there was no need to mention it…When Tristan thought about it, he realized that Yvette had never actively brought up the things she had done for Xavier or anyone else
Before Tristan could finish explaining, a bodyguard threw an old man covered in wounds inside.Tristan recognized him. It was Liam.Two days ago, Xavier had someone find Yara and Terrence, who had fled overseas. That was when he had found out that Yvette had been supposed to marry Liam and not Claude! Thus, he'd had the old man kidnapped.After experiencing a day of torture, Liam still claimed he didn't know where Yvette had gone. Xavier stared at Liam with a depthless gaze. "Do you still want to marry Yvette?"With injuries all over his body, Liam hurriedly bowed his head. "No, no, I wouldn't dare…"He was then dragged outside. It was obvious what was going to happen to him.Xavier's face was expressionless. His gaze fell on Tristan. "Did you just defend Yvette?"Tristan's throat tightened, but he didn't deny it. "I just think there's no need to keep treating her badly."Xavier's grip on his pen slowly grew tighter, and the veins popped on the back of his hand. "She treate
Mark overheard the secretaries' conversation and put a stop to it. It wasn't that he liked to meddle in other people's business, but he knew how to read Xavier's mood better than the others did.These days, besides work, all Xavier did was have people search for Yvette as well as wreck Claude's business. In Mark's eyes, such behavior was definitely not because Xavier hated Yvette.…Days flew by, but Xavier never gave up on finding Yvette.On New Year's Eve, a flurry of snow swirled in the air. In the past, Yvette would always go to Lane Mansion with Xavier for New Year's Eve.But things were different that year. Xavier went there alone.There was no jovial chatter from him, unlike the time when Yvette had just left. Xavier pretty much kept to himself and spoke very little. He radiated a coldness that made people too afraid to approach him.He came hastily and returned home just as hastily.Outside Dewberry Manor, snow was beginning to pile up. It was a beautiful sight to behol
In the first class section of the plane, Yvette looked out the window at the fluffy white clouds. Memories from four years ago replayed in her head.At first, she had been depressed. Thus, she had sought Claude's help and faked her death. After leaving the country, she had given birth to a pair of twins, who were preterm.Initially, things had been smooth sailing. Unfortunately, her youngest son, Noah Snyder, had been born sickly due to preterm birth. Early this March, he had been diagnosed with clonal disease of the hematopoietic stem cells, also widely known as leukemia.The doctors had told Yvette that a cord blood stem cell transplant could be used to treat the cancer. Thus, over the past few months, she had been racking her brain for ways to obtain Xavier's sperm.However, she had failed.The earlier the transplant was be done, the better Noah's chances would be. Thus, Yvette could only go and get it herself.If it hadn't been for Noah, she would never go back to that plac
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