Fern had waited in front of the villa for a while before the butler rushed out in a hurry. “Miss Thompson, President Eugene welcomes you in.” “Thank you.” She nodded at the butler and walked in with the present in her hand. She realized that the villa still looked the same as in the past. It had not changed much. However, the trees in the courtyard were now a lot taller. There were some flower beds as well. The fresh flowers were extremely well taken care of as well. The flowers that had bloomed were beautiful and bright in color. The butler noticed her looking at the flower beds. He told her, “Ma’am usually tends to these plants and flowers.”Ma’am?Fern did not know who he was referring to. After a few seconds, she realized that he was referring to Sydney. She withdrew her gaze as a sense of suffocation overcame her. Nevertheless, her expression did not change much. She followed the butler into the house and toward the dining room. As she approached the dining
Sydney suppressed the wild thoughts in her mind. She got up and smiled at Fern. “Fern, since you’re back, sit down and eat with us. We were just about to start eating.” She was behaving like the lady of the house who was greeting a guest who came from far away. Sharon spoke up as well, “Let’s eat together.” She was also extremely taken aback by the fact that Fern had returned. “Alright,” Fern accepted their invitation generously instead of rejecting their offer. “Rue, I have a gift for you,” Fern said. She then noticed the traditional dress that Rue was wearing. “This traditional dress looks good on you.” She praised. “Aunt Sydney made it for me,” Rue said. “Really?” Fern looked at Sydney. “Thank you for making her such a beautiful traditional dress. Your embroidery skills are really good.” “There’s no need to thank me. I’ve treated Rue like my own daughter since she started living here with us. It’s normal for me to make a dress for her on her birthday.” After a mom
It was getting late. Sharon had to bring her kids home. “Mommy, I want to stay here to play with my cousin.” Bonnie was extremely happy today. She rarely played with children around her age at home. “Huh? Your cousin’s mother has returned today, so she isn’t free to play with you.” “Has she not seen her mother in a long time?” Bonnie asked in a considerate tone. Sharon nodded and said, “Yes, so we should let them spend some time together. If you really want to see your cousin, I’ll bring you over in two days.” “Alright.” Bonnie turned around to look for her brother. “Carry me.” She no longer stuck to her father’s side now. She just wanted to be with her brother. Sebastian had just carried Bonnie into his arms when Simon said in a jealous tone, “Bonnie, have you forgotten about me now that your brother is here?” Bonnie leaned her head on her brother’s shoulder and said, “I can see you every day, but I can’t see my brother every day. I want to play with my brother mor
Her expression changed “Of course, she’s just going to stay with me for two days. I’ll send her back immediately after that.” “In that case, I don’t have a reason to stop both of you from reuniting with each other,” Eugene said as he spread his arms out. “Yay! That’s great. I can’t wait for the weekend, Mommy.” Rue wanted to leave with her tonight. “Why are you in such a rush? Your mother won’t be leaving this time around. You can see her anytime you want,” Eugene said. “Really? You aren’t leaving anymore?” Rue looked at her with a gaze of anticipation. Fern nodded and said, “Yes, I’ve completed my studies abroad. I found a job in the country as well. I won’t be leaving anymore.” “Mommy, I’m too happy today. This was an extremely meaningful birthday,” Rue exclaimed as she jumped up and down happily at the thought that she would not have to be separated from her mother ever again. Fern smiled. She was overjoyed as well. Sydney remained smiling, but her heart sank
Eugene sent her out. Both of them walked out together. As they passed by the courtyard, the night breeze, which carried with it the fragrant scent of flowers, billowed past them.Fern turned to look at the flower beds. When she arrived, the butler had told her that Sydney was the one who tended to those flowers. She was here to celebrate her daughter’s birthday, but she saw how Sydney behaved like the rightful lady of the house. She could tell that Sydney was managing the entire household in an organized manner. “That’s right, I didn’t give you my blessing when Sydney and you got married. Is it too late to give you my blessing now?” she suddenly asked. Eugene frowned. He was surprised that she would say something like that. “I’ve been married to her for a long time. We don’t need such flowery words.” They walked to the entrance of the villa and stopped there. Fern’s gaze faltered after registering his words. She felt slightly lost and empty on the inside. It was as i
“Since both of you have a daughter together, why didn’t you get married to him?” he asked in confusion. “Must we get married because we have a child?” she asked in an even tone. Without waiting for his questions, she said, “Our relationship ended in the past. We’re only in contact now because of our daughter.” Asher felt much more at ease after hearing what she said. That was right. It was all in the past. Why should he mind it so much? After listening to what she said, it seemed like she only cared about her daughter. She had nothing to do with Eugene Newton. “Let me meet your daughter one day.” He suddenly requested. “Don’t worry, you’ll meet her sooner or later. I’ll tell her that you took good care of me during my years abroad,” she said with a smile. Asher was filled with curiosity. What did the daughter that Eugene and she shared look like? “Aren’t you going to drive?” Fern reminded him. “Ah… I’ll start the car now.” He immediately started the car after re
The next morning, Manager Chad called for Fern after she arrived at the company. “Fernia, sit down.” Manager Chad greeted her and told her to sit down on the sofa. After she sat down, Manager Chad poured her a cup of freshly brewed coffee. “Come on, have a taste of this coffee. I just bought these coffee beans.” “Thank you.” Fern took a sniff of the coffee’s fragrant scent and took a sip from the cup. “How’s it?” Manager Chad asked with a smile on his face. She nodded and said, “These are good coffee beans.” “Haha, you know your coffee well.” Manager Chad chuckled. He placed a document in front of her and said, “Take a look. This is the task that the executives have assigned to you.”Fern picked up the document and looked at it. She then frowned. “Newton Corporation’s investment project?”“That’s right. President Lawrence obtained this project after he personally met up with President Eugene. They need you to help out in the collection and analysis of data. After tha
The secretary opened the door for her. “Go on in. President Eugene is waiting for you inside.”“Thank you.” She tightened her grip on the document folder in her hands and took a deep breath before walking in.The spacious office had a nice view of the city below. Eugene was sitting on his office desk. He had removed his suit jacket and was just wearing a dark-colored shirt. Meanwhile, his tie was pulled up impeccably against his collar.He was extremely serious when he worked. He exuded a mature charm with each and every move that he made.She walked over and said, “Nice to meet you, President Eugene. I’m Miss Fernia from Splendor Investment Bank. I’ve received the investment plan from Newton Corporation and I’m here for the follow-up on the plan.”Eugene raised his eyes to look at her after hearing her clear voice.She was dressed in a business suit skirt today. Her hair was pulled up into a bun behind her head. She gave off a remarkable sense of confidence. She was extremely di