"Bloody hell! Angela did not use this to threaten you all. How dare Dean, that old scum, do that?!" Mike scolded."I'll attend the Marshall's Award tomorrow. If I can meet Angela, I would properly talk to her." Avery opened her eyes. "This is my last chance.""Avery, I don't want you to suffer like that! That idiot Sebastian is not good enough for you! Even if it's a fake marriage, his name is not worthy to be put next to yours!" Mike was so furious he was dizzy. "I'm going to find someone to kill Dean!"Avery saw how Mike was so furious his face was flushed and his veins protruding, she immediately stopped him. "I also want Dean to die! But whether or not the assassination succeeds or fails, Angela could tie us to Dean's death. I can't bet on this.""What the hell does Angela see in Dean? I don't understand at all! We have already exposed Dean's scandalous videos. Did she not see it?" Mike huffed."It's hard to say when it comes to feelings. Angela has mentioned to me that as lon
Mike did not even think about it. He immediately chased after Chad."Chad, what the hell are you doing? Why are you defying your boss?" Mike had known Chad for a long time. He had never seen him react so out of the ordinary before."F*ck off! I want to be alone! Don't bother me!" Chad did not dare to lose his temper at Elliot or Avery. He only dared to release the unhappiness in his heart in front of Mike."Did you wake up on the wrong side of the bed?" Mike let go of his arm and looked at him confused. "Who wronged you?""No one! I just didn't sleep well. I'm just in a bad mood. That's all!" Chad finished and strode away.Avery looked at Chad leaving. She turned around and asked Elliot, "What happened to Chad? What did you two talk about when you were having coffee?""He was very normal in front of me." Elliot blamed it on Mike. "Ask Mike what happened.""Oh, they were fighting. We can't interfere," Avery said and smiled at Elliot, "Elliot, I found some people to join the team.
It was early in the morning the next day. The trees in the courtyard were enveloped by a thick fog so they seemed like they were floating in the air.Avery opened the window and saw the white mist squeeze in as if it was filled with vitality.She lifted her head and looked toward the sky. A faint golden ray was subtly visible.After a while, the sun came out, and all the thick fog went away.The ceremony for the Marshall's Award was going to be held that day. Avery had a lot on her mind, so she woke up very early.She was afraid that Elliot would be woken up by her, so she waited until the sun came up before she got out of bed.At the same time, at the Jennings', Angela sat in front of the mirror and was looking at her own reflection.She would absolutely be the main character of the day. To her, this day would be the highlight of the past 16 years of her life. She has not started putting on her makeup, but she felt her reflection in the mirror was already dazzling. She was
In fact, Angela had already heard everything Dean had said on the phone earlier.When Angela was looking for investors back then, she had looked for several people.Dean was not the only one who was willing to invest in her. Other people were willing to invest in her as well. However, they were not as wealthy as Dean. That was why she had selected Dean in the end.However, the picture Dean painted had made it look like no one had valued her in the past. In order to praise himself, this man had belittled all of her efforts, as if they were dirt.It was as if she was only able to succeed because of him."Stanley. I've mentioned him to you before. He is doing better in his career than me, and his son is quite amazing as well, so he has always been ignoring me. Now that I have you, he is dying from envy. He wants to ride on my coattails now. Haha…" Dean was thinking of a plan in his mind.That was a person who once looked down on him, so he certainly would not let that person make
"We're not married yet but look at the way you're ordering me. You're already doing it with ease." Sebastian poked fun at her.Avery glared at him once again. "If you're willing to help, then do it. If you're not willing, then forget it. I don't believe that Dean could follow Angela into the washroom."Sebastian said, "Who can tell? My father has hired a few bodyguards to protect Angela. She might have a female bodyguard following her when she goes to the washroom."Avery's expression instantly stiffened."After Angela received the award, her net worth would shoot up like a rocket. If I were my father, I would be this cautious as well," Sebastian said. While he was saying that both of them arrived at the seat in the second row.Avery saw immediately that Dean was standing in the first row and was chatting with the few judges very enthusiastically."Avery, sit here!" Sebastian showed her the seat by pointing at it."Where is your father's seat?" she asked.Sebastian pointed at t
It was as if seeing Avery at a loss for words could bring great joy to her.Dean was curious about what they were talking about, so he quickly walked over and sat in between the two of them."What are you guys talking about?" said Dean as he looked toward Angela. "I saw that you were laughing so happily."Angela chuckled. "I was thinking that Avery and Sebastian are quite the match.""Haha! We have a similar sense. Also, Sebastian and Avery were classmates." Dean looked toward Avery. "Avery, how's Elliot doing nowadays? Why should you stay together with a useless man? If you're together with Sebastian, Jennings and MediLove Pharmaceutical could absolutely be more outstanding than your Dream Maker in the future!"Of course, if you were to marry Sebastian, there's no difference between what's yours and what's mine anymore. We'll be a family," Dean added. "I'm marrying Angela tomorrow. If you were to marry Sebastian, then Angela would be your mother-in-law in the future. If you want
At the hotel, the award ceremony of the Marshall's Award.When the guest announced Angela's name on stage, the spotlight was instantly on her.Under everyone's enthusiastic applause, she got up and walked up on stage."I am finally up on this stage. I finally get the award that I have been dreaming of at the age of sixty-three. I initially thought that I would never win this award in this life because the effort required and the reward obtained may not be proportional to getting this award," Angela held the microphone in one hand while holding the award in the other hand. She smiled excitedly, "But I've managed to wait for it."Below the stage, rapturous applause rang out.After the applause, Angela took a deep breath and said once more, "Here, I want to first thank my alma mater and my teacher for nurturing me. Next, I want to thank another person. That person is my fiance, Mr. Dean Jennings.Dean's smile was shown on the huge screen on stage."All the years of working, he had
"Okay then, drink! I'll accompany you drinking, but with water," Wilson picked up the kettle and poured himself a cup of water.Avery picked up the wine bottle and poured the wine into a glass.After they clinked glasses, they downed their glasses.Wilson looked at Avery drinking so generously, he was afraid that she was soon going to get drunk."Miss Tate, I know why you want to drink. It must be because of Elliot, right?" Wilson picked up the wine bottle and poured her a little wine.From how full she filled her glass she would be out cold in less than three refills."What does this have to do with Elliot? All my pain was never because of him." Avery clutched the wine glass. She said croakily, "Only when I'm with him will I feel happy. My pain is because people are trying to break us apart.""It's Dean Jennings, right? That scum looks sly and hard to deal with." Wilson poured himself a cup of water, and continue drinking with her. "Miss Tate, I can't give you any good advice,
Three years later…Ivy and Robert stood at the airport in Aryadelle, anxiously waiting."It's been three years! Your boyfriend is finally here to see you!" Robert exclaimed before shifting the conversation. "He's not here to break up with you, is he? After all, you haven't seen each other in three years. A lot can change."Ivy sighed, "Robert, can you not jinx it? Although we haven't met in three years, we talk on the phone and video call every day!"Robert quipped, "Digital romance.""Anyway, he promised me that he's going to settle down in Aryadelle this time, and we won't be apart again," Ivy said. Robert smirked. "He's got a strong sense of pride. When he meets Dad later, they might not hit it off, and he'll buy a ticket to leave tonight!"Feeling helpless, Ivy was at a loss for words. Just then, a familiar voice called out, "Ivy!"Ivy immediately looked over to the source of the voice and saw Lucas stepping out of the exit, dragging his suitcase behind him. A smile sp
Mr. Woods did not expect Hayden to be so direct, and he found himself momentarily caught off guard. He had come to ask Hayden for money, but he had not thought about exactly how much he wanted. After all, Hayden's family was extremely wealthy, and he did not want to ask for too little and feel shortchanged, nor did he want to risk asking for too much and having Hayden refuse. It was a tough decision. After a brief internal struggle, Mr. Woods turned to Hayden and said, "I know your family is one of the wealthiest in Aryadelle, so why don't you name the price? I trust you won't mistreat my son and our family." Hayden furrowed his brows slightly. Shelly, noticing his hesitation, quickly chimed in, "Uncle, why don't you make an offer? We're not very familiar with this process. If you insist on us naming a price, we might need to consult my father-in-law." "Elliot Foster, you mean?" Mr. Woods asked. Shelly nodded. "Yes. My father-in-law isn't as easygoing as my husband. After a
"All right. Let's find a place nearby to sit and talk." Mr. Woods breathed a sigh of relief. "Good! Our house is actually nearby. Would you like to visit? Ivy has been with us for many years, and our staff has a close relationship with her." Hayden glanced at Shelly and asked, "Should we go?" "Sure!" Shelly said. Mr. Woods immediately invited Hayden and Shelly into his car and drove them to the Woods' mansion. Upon arriving, Mr. Woods instructed the servants to serve tea and refreshments. He pointed to the butler and said to Hayden, "This is our butler. He hired Ivy's grandmother." Hayden nodded. Mr. Woods then introduced Hayden: "This is Irene's older brother, the renowned businessman Mr. Hayden Tate." "Hello, Mr. Tate. Irene was a wonderful young lady," the butler said. "We all liked her very much. When we heard of her passing, we were truly saddened. Fortunately, she didn't actually pass away! Ivy is a very sensible and resilient girl, one of the strongest I've eve
Ivy's eyes were red as she said, "Hayden, Lucas' mother has passed away, so I won't be able to spend time with you for a few days." "It's okay. Given what has happened, we're not in the mood for fun either. After we attend his mother's funeral, Shelly and I will return," Hayden said. Ivy nodded. "How are funerals handled here?" Hayden asked. Given Lucas' relationship with Ivy, his younger sister, he felt a sense of duty to help Lucas with the funeral arrangements. "It's similar to how it's done back at home. Wealthy people can have elaborate funerals, and those with less money can opt for simpler ceremonies. Those who can't afford much at all can forgo the ceremony and opt for a simple burial," Ivy said. "What if someone wants a more elaborate funeral?" "Hayden, do you want to help with his mother's funeral? He doesn't have any close relatives here, so there's no need for an elaborate ceremony," she explained. "I see. Go and talk to him about it. I'll help with whatever I
Lucas hung up, tears welling in his eyes. Ivy stood by his side and asked, "What's wrong, Lucas?" "My mom has passed away. You should keep your brother company! I need to head back to the hospital." "I will come along! Aunty seemed fine just now, so why did she suddenly pass away?" The two hurried toward the car, completely forgetting about Hayden and Shelly. Hayden and Shelly watched as they left awkwardly, and Shelly said, "Honey, let's go to the hospital. I think Lucas' mother has passed away." "Sure." The two caught a taxi and hurried after Lucas. Meanwhile, in the hospital, Lucas arrived to first encounter the doctor and then his father. Mr. Woods tried ingratiating himself with his son, saying, "Lucas, I came to the hospital to see your mother, but when I arrived, she had already passed away. What a shame!" "Are you sure she had already passed away before you came? I was here earlier today, and when I saw her, she was still alive!" Lucas said. Mr. Woods reto
Mr. Woods sneered, "What do you mean? Are you looking down on me? Although the Woods family has fallen on hard times, we're still a prominent family in Taronia! Lucas may be foolish, but are you any wiser? If it weren't for me backing Lucas, would the Fosters even look at him?" "Shut up! The Foster family isn't narrow-minded like you! Ivy's family doesn't dislike Lucas, so don't go causing trouble! They don't want to see you at all!" Lucas' mother retorted. Mr. Woods scoffed. "Is that so? Do you really think they don't look down on him? Why wouldn't they? Are they planning to make Lucas marry into their family instead of the other way round?" "It's none of your business! You never cared about Lucas, and now that he's independent, he doesn't need you anymore! You wouldn't have come to me repeatedly if Ivy wasn't Elliot Foster's daughter and if she wasn't interested in Lucas. Do you really think I have no idea what you are plotting?" Mr. Woods countered, "What nonsense are you ta
Ivy did not hesitate, immediately shaking her head. "I'm not leaving. Don't worry about me; just focus on yourself." "Staying here is just a waste of time." "I've been studying and interning so hard for so long. What's wrong with taking a break now?" Ivy argued. Before long, Hayden and Shelly had finished their shopping, and Ivy and Lucas immediately joined them to go to the hospital. Lucas' mother had no idea that Ivy's brother and sister-in-law were coming to visit her, so she appeared a bit uncomfortable when they arrived. She tried to sit up, but her body failed her. Ivy raised the head of the hospital bed. "Aunty, my big brother and sister-in-law came over to Taronia for a visit. They wanted to see Lucas and you." "Oh, this is really embarrassing. It's a blessing for my son to know Ivy..." Lucas' mother muttered sheepishly. Shelly reassured, "Aunty, don't say that. Lucas is outstanding. Otherwise, Ivy wouldn't have fallen for him." Lucas' mother continued, "I've
Throughout the meal, Ivy found it hard to enjoy her food. Lucas and Hayden discussed everything that mattered, and the conversation went smoother than anyone had anticipated. Hayden was not upset, nor was Lucas. It was a better scenario than what Ivy had hoped for, but she still felt depressed. "Lucas, my husband and I would like to pay your mother a visit. Would that be okay?" Shelly asked after finishing her food. "Sure," Lucas said. "Don't we need to ask your mom first?" Ivy asked. "It's fine. We can just head over right away and introduce them once we arrive." Lucas' mother grew weaker every day and had stopped using her phone altogether, so it was her nurse, whom Lucas had hired, who reported his mother's condition to him daily. "You restarted your business and have to take care of your mother simultaneously; you're really strong. Most people would crumble under the pressure," Shelly commented. "Ivy had a tougher life before. She didn't crumble, so I won't eith
After what Ivy said, Lucas added, "I want to focus on my career for now. Marriage is secondary until I become more successful." Hayden sneered. "Running a business isn't as simple as it seems. What if you fail or never achieve anything out of the ordinary?" "If that happens, I won't drag Ivy down," Lucas said. "At least you know your place." Ivy felt as though her cheeks were on fire. "Hayden, even if Lucas fails, I won't give up on him. I won't let him go just because of his financial state." Shelly grabbed Hayden's hand again, signaling to him to control his temper; he could be rude to others, but he could not be so demanding with Ivy. Ivy sensed that she was slightly out of line, and her tone eased. "Hayden, we shouldn’t judge people based on their wealth. Our family is rich enough, and there really aren't that many people out there who can compare to our financial state, so why does it matter how wealthy my partner is?" "Ivy is right. Love matters most. Even if we man