Marlene's parking spot was gone, and she had to walk there. When she saw Elena approaching her to flatter her, she looked disgusted. Her secretary, Shayla York, sensibly blocked Elena's path.Marlene scoffed. "Do you really think anyone can be my friend?"Although she was no longer the president of the parents' committee, she was still the daughter-in-law of the Lane family. Meanwhile, Elena was just the wife of a man who'd become rich by luck. She wasn't married into a rich family at all.Marlene had only talked to Elena in the past because she'd wanted to use the latter to attack Yvette. At that moment, Elena was clearly useless to her.Elena was suddenly stunned, and she stopped in her tracks. The mothers around her looked at her without any hint of sympathy at all. Instead, their gazes were mocking.Jacquline walked to Elena and said, "Listen to me and stop trying to please everyone in the future. If you do it too much, you'll get nothing in return."There was nothing wrong w
Marlene stumbled a few steps back. After she found her balance, she took a good look at the aloof man in front of her.She instinctively thought he was Yvvette's lover and couldn't help saying sarcastically, "Are you feeling lonely, Yvette? Does Xavier know about this man?"Ray frowned slightly. "I'm Ms. Snyder's bodyguard.""Bodyguard? Yeah, right!" Marlene hadn't expected a person like Yvette, who'd been humiliated a lot in the past, to hire a bodyguard.Yvette approached her and didn't try to explain who Ray was. Instead, she said with a deep voice, "Is one slap not enough?"Marlene immediately stopped talking. She frustratedly turned around in front of the crowd and walked toward Malcolm. Before she left, she glared at Yvette."Thank you for helping me. However, we've really offended Marlene this time." Jacqueline sincerely thanked Yvette from the side. She was a courageous woman. The only thing that would get on her nerves was people saying how she was taking care of a mis
When Yvette got out of the car with Zachary, Archibald smiled brightly. "There's my Zac."Zachary ran to him and greeted him, "Hello, Great-Grandpa."Archibald took out a few things and said, "Look! I made them when I was bored at home. What do you think?"Zachary pointed at a flawed carving spot and said without holding back, "That's awesome. But you should've carved this part more intricately."Archibald nodded. "Alright. I'll keep that in mind. You should head inside first. I want to have a word with your mom.""Alright."After Zachary entered the house, Yvette approached Archibald. "Mr. Shaw Senior."He looked at the scar on her beautiful face and couldn't help sighing. "Have you caught the culprit?"She shook her head. "It seems like he has escaped overseas.""He sure is bold to hurt you and Zac. No matter where he is, I'll do my best to catch him as well."Archibald wasn't just giving empty promises; he had already gotten his men to look into it. He knew it had somethin
Yvette froze. Since Xavier couldn't see, he didn't manage to kiss her lips. So, he bent down again to do it again.Noah's eyes widened as he thought Xavier had gone too far. He hadn't thought Xavier would actually do it! "Mom."Yvette immediately returned to her senses and avoided Xavier. Then, she pushed him. "That's enough. Let's stop this and eat now."Xavier smiled slightly. "Sure."Then, they started eating as a family. After they were done with their meal, they rested in the living room. When it was 9:00 pm, they each took a shower and prepared for bed.Noah grabbed Yvette's hand and said, "Mom, please continue sleeping with me and Dad."Just as she was about to say something, Xavier spoke first. "Noah, you're not a baby anymore, so you'll have to sleep by yourself."Noah was confused, and he didn't know what Xavier was doing. After all, he was trying to help the latter! Unfortunately, Xavier couldn't see anything, so Noah didn't know how he could send him signals."Alr
What Lawrence didn't know was that the shares he sold would be purchased by Xavier at a low price right away. He would think that he'd hit the jackpot."If we don't carry on with the lawsuit, doesn't it mean that we'll have to return the money to Yvette?" asked Zoey.Lawrence's gaze flashed with a cold glint. "Zoey, Yvette's able to make us return the money because I'm still married to your mom. If we get a divorce, then it'll be her responsibility alone."When she heard that, she didn't disagree at all. "Let's look for Mom tomorrow."Compared to Yara, she loved money more.…The next morning, Yara's ward was lively for once. Lawrence and Zoey had visited her. She thought they were there just to visit her, and she even ignored Lawrence on purpose. Instead, she just spoke to Zoey.Since Lawrence had never visited her before, he knew he was wrong. So, he had no choice but to send Zoey some signals. Zoey understood it. When he left the ward, she told Yara everything Yvette had done
"Mom, are you peeing again?" Zoey looked disgusted.Yara blushed in embarrassment and awkwardly pulled up her blanket, trying to cover the awful smell. Seeing how she looked, Zoey couldn't take it anymore. "Mom, why are you still afraid of a divorce when you're like this?"She was thinking that Yara should stop being a burden when the latter was about to die anyway. However, she didn't dare to say her thoughts out loud.Yara was extremely awkward. "Please go home first. I need to think about it.""Be quick about it. If we're too late, Yvette might take everything away."Zoey didn't want to stay there any longer, so she left with Lawrence.After they had left, Georgia immediately entered the room. "Madam Yara, are you alright? Shall I call a doctor now?"Yara's eyes were still red, and she shook her head. "No. Just change my bed sheets for me."It was rare for her to show her vulnerable side in front of others. Georgia helped her get up first before changing the sheets. Howeve
Yara changed into her usual clothes and got into a cab. It felt like a different world outside."Where would you like to go, ma'am?" asked the driver. When she heard that, she looked out the window and didn't know where she should go. In the end, she told the driver to take her to Snyder Residence.After half an hour, she reached the residence. She thought it would've changed a lot by then. After all, it had been auctioned off, and it could've been someone else's home already. However, when she got out of the vehicle and looked at the house, nothing had changed at all.It was clean inside and out, and the tree in the yard was swaying healthily. She walked toward the house in disbelief.She remembered that Daphne had bought the property. Daphne hadn't shown up in front of her for a long time, so she didn't know that Xavier had bought back the house a year ago.When the hourly housekeeper, Sandy Pine, saw Yara, she came out and asked, "Who are you?"Yara was stunned for a moment be
"If you really are dying, I won't watch you die because you gave birth to me," said Yvette.Seeing how proud Yvette looked, Yara couldn't help saying sarcastically, "Don't get it wrong just because Xavier is blind and has given you some money, you brat. Why won't I be able to live? You have no idea how much better Zoey is. With her around, I'm living my best life."I was just testing you earlier, and you're already showing your true colors now. You really are ungrateful…"Once Yara started scolding Yvette, she couldn't stop anymore. Yvette didn't want to waste her breath on Yara, so she returned to the bedroom and tidied James' belongings with Noah.After Yara scolded Yvette outside for a long time, she felt a wave of pain. Then, there was blood coming out of her. Sandy noticed something was wrong and couldn't help asking, "Are you alright?"Yara was in so much pain that she couldn't speak anymore. Sandy anxiously looked for Yvette. Then, Yvette learned that Yara was having a rela
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