"We'll let the identity of Irene die. In the future, there will be no Irene, only Ivy." Avery's tone was gentle. "Ivy, doing this is so that you won't have any worries about any problems down the line."Irene lowered her head and thought about what Avery said.It was not that she could not let the identity of Irene die. She only felt a little sad. After all, she had lived with that identity for more than a dozen years."Ivy, I know you will surely miss it, but this is the best option. In the future, we will give you whatever that you want…""Mommy, I only missed it a little. Since you all think that this is the best way, do it! I never had many friends anyway." Irene quickly collected her emotions. "But I haven't returned the money that I owe.""Give me their names and their account numbers. I'll pay it back for you. Or I give you the money and you return it to them yourself," Avery said, "Is there anything else you need to do?"Irene shook her head. She lamented a little. "I got
"The clothes are here. The bags are on the floor," Avery explained to her daughter, "The staff has not started arranging them. I didn't think you would wake up that early! Shoes and cosmetics are coming later.""Mommy, it's too much…" Ivy was a little stunned. She has never seen anything so grand like this before."Take your time to choose. We'll keep the ones you like. Those that you don't like, we'll get them to take it away," Avery said, "It's too hot right now. If not, I would like to go out shopping with you and chat while shopping."Ivy nodded. "Mommy, I'll choose two sets of clothes. I don't need a bag. I have my bag…""Just choose! There are more casual bags too, just like your bag. You have a huge closet in your room. You can put a lot of things in there," Avery said softly, "Ivy, we owe you too much. Although we want to spend time with you to compensate, you're already an adult. When you go to school in the future, we can't spend time with you either, so we'll compensate
"No need to choose," Elliot said, "Different color bags can go with different color clothes. Layla has more bags than the ones on the floor."Avery immediately chimed in, "Yes! Ivy, Layla has more bags, so just keep all these bags! They are all classics and go with everything."Ivy was speechlessSoon after, shoes and cosmetics arrived too.The servant took the bags and clothes to Ivy's room.After laying out the shoes and cosmetics in the living area, Layla and Robert got out of bed to watch the fun happening."These shoes, as long as the size fits, you can just take them all!" Layla said, "We'll have to properly try cosmetics! What if you are allergic to them?"Then, Layla helped Ivy test out cosmetics."Ivy, this series of cosmetics is pretty great. If you use them, you won't get allergies. Choose this one." Layla picked the most expensive one and tried it on the back of Ivy's hand."Layla, Daddy and Mommy bought me so many clothes, shoes, and bags, it feels like a waste…"
In Taronia, when the news of Irene's passing reached the Woods family, it did not cause much of a ripple.After all, Irene was only a servant. She was even an ex-servant.Ever since Irene left, no one in the Woods family ever mentioned her anymore. It was Sam who received news of Irene's passing because Irene returned him the money that she owed."Dad, do you still remember the ugly nanny we had previously called Irene?" Sam brought this up during dinner."Of course, I do. Lucas treated her quite well." Mr. Woods glanced at Sam. "Why are you bringing her up? Did she come to look for you?"Sam shook his head. "She's dead."The atmosphere at the dining table instantly changed. Although they did not care whether Irene lived or died, they were still shocked by this news."How did she die? She was doing just fine. Did she die of disease? I see she is still quite good at her work," Mrs. Woods found it a little unlucky. She secretly prayed that it was not some strange disease."I don'
Lucas could no longer remember. He only remembers that he was very angry back then, so he refused to let her send him off to the airport.He even could imagine how disappointed she looked when she arrived at the Woods Mansion the next day only to realize that he had already left.He did not know why, but when he saw her furrowing her brows because of him, he would have felt a sliver of pleasure. However, that was because he did not know that she would leave this world so quickly.If he knew that she would die so quickly, he would surely not be angry at her.It was too late at that moment.She was already dead.Just as sudden as when his dog died back then. He did not even have the chance to bid it farewell and it left him forever.Did that mean as long as there are things that he likes, they would be taken away from him? In Aryadelle, Ivy has returned to the Fosters for half a month already.The past two weeks were the happiest time of her life. She did not need to worry abou
Ivy blushed a little. Graduation was still a long time to go.If she did not return to the Fosters, she would not have thought of studying broadcasting.If she was still in Taronia living alone, she would choose a profession that was easier to look for a job, such as accounting, or medicine. Either that or become a teacher.At that moment, she did not need to worry about her life in the future. Which was why she could choose something that she likes. She felt as if life was filled with limitless possibilities."Ivy, you haven't met your relatives. They all want to meet you very much, so before you head to college, we'll have a small party at home and invite all our relatives to get to know you," Avery said to Ivy, "Hayden is going back to Bridgedale too. If you're willing to meet them, we'll have a small gathering this weekend. If you still don't feel like…""Mommy, I want to meet them." For the past two weeks of being together with them, Ivy had completely accepted the fact that
She planned on buying a dress later so that she would not take up her elder sister's time."What are you thinking about?" Layla glanced at Ivy. "Are you thinking that you are taking my time off of work if I take you shopping? Don't think that. I need some time off to rest as well! Let's go walk around tonight and go again tomorrow to try on dresses... We will get matching dresses.""Sure!" Ivy beamed. "Layla, if you are working so much, do you even have time to date someone?"Layla blushed. "Why are you bringing that up all of a sudden? Hayden isn't dating either!""You searched for suitors all over the world a while back and I saw it on the news," Ivy said. "Have you found anyone you like?""It's difficult! A lot of the guys were great, but just not my cup of tea. You might still be too young to understand what I mean... Since a lot of the candidates were from overseas, distance became a main concern and when two people live in different parts of the world, it's hard for them to
Though she had been living the life of a princess lately, she had not been presented with the price tags of the luxurious lifestyle she had been indulging in.Elliot had given her a credit card and she linked it to her phone, using it to make payment. However, she never had the chance to pay as Hayden would always pay if they were all going out.Anything that Avery deemed suitable for Ivy would be bought by Hayden at the very instant it was picked up and even if Hayden was not with them, Elliot would always pay before Ivy had the time to register what was happening, so she never quite knew the prices of the things that were bought in the end.Seeing that the dress cost seventy thousand, she felt as though she could faint right there and then.'It's just a dress,' she thought to herself. 'Why would it cost seventy thousand?'Though there were pieces of jewels sewed onto the fabric, Ivy could tell that they were not worth seventy thousand.Hayden had given her more jewelleries than
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