Calista widened her eyes in surprise. She stared at Lucian who said those words nonchalantly with much amazement. Although she didn't see what Yara described with her own eyes, she could picture how angry Lucian was.If she were to put herself in his shoes, given how much he's done for Lily—giving her roles, setting up her social network, and being with her whenever she needed him, she'd sympathize with Lucian.Despite everything Lucian did, Lily didn't take him seriously and still played hard to get.But at the next moment, Lucian found out Lily was with the old man in his sixties, his hands all over her in public, just for the sake of getting her desired role.The only thing the old man beat Lucian for was his age. Given Lucian's temper, he'd already had mercy on Lily for not skinning the old man alive on the spot."Don't be so impulsive. You have to chill. Don't act on impulse and do something you'd regret," said Calista.She decided to comfort Lucian for a bit for the sake
"Remarry? With whom?"Cade raised his voice."With Calista?" "Remarrying refers to getting back with one's ex-wife. If it's a different person, it's called a second marriage," replied Lucian in a disdainful manner. Cade sneered. The emotions he'd been suppressing for all these while suddenly ignited as there was not a single movement at the study door he'd left slightly ajar."Anyways, I won't be giving any dowry." "I don't fancy your second-rate goods as well." "Then why did you call in the first place? Just quietly go ahead with your marriage registration. Or do you fancy having a grand banquet and getting me to be your best man?""You've been having a rocky relationship lately and I don't think it's auspicious for you to be my best man, you know. I just called to tell you this.""Heh," Cade let out a genuine laugh and sneered, "I'm not dating you. Whether I'm in a rocky relationship or not, it's none of your concern. Don't call me in the future regarding personal ma
Calista searched for news regarding her and Lucian's remarriage. She wanted to see where the rumors originated from, but she failed to find anything. Well, maybe it was just some lunatic spouting nonsense, and It hadn't affected her. So she didn't bother with it anymore and simply tossed her phone aside.But as soon as Calista got home, she got a call from Yara. She was taken aback by Yara's booming voice at the end of the phone.Yara asked surprisingly, "Are you remarrying Lucian?" "... No." "I was startled! I thought you gave in to the three million and decided to smooch off him for your entire life as his trophy wife."Calista was a bit hungry. She put her phone on speaker and started cooking some macaroni as she was chatting with Yara. Wasn't I doing well enough as his trophy wife?"She didn't have a kitchen in her apartment. Cooking wasn't allowed in the residence so she bought an electric cooker. Sometimes when she's too lazy to go out to get food, she'd just have som
Lucian barely came back to his senses, he was infuriated by what Calista said after."Calista, is this how you ask questions? You didn't even give me at least two seconds to consider what you said and you just made the decision right away." Calista got up right away and took the plate away from the table. She poured the unfinished macaroni into the trash right in front of him."It's not even true love when you have to think it through. You're just trying to get the most out of this relationship." Lucian, who usually kept his cool, was so annoyed to the extent that he was about to curse."After all that talk, the final answer is you still don't want to remarry. What's with all this talk about love? It's just an excuse. You don't even bother what the answer is!" "It seems like you do know me quite well."When Lucian was talking, Calista already had the security door opened. Her gestures said nothing but to ask for Lucian's leaving. Lucian remained silent, looking grim. His ga
It was the weekend on the next day. Calista and Selena had made plans to go shopping together. Initially, she was hesitating whether she should go for the date.Since she'd already divorced Lucian, it's easy for people to misunderstand if she got too close to her former mother-in-law. However, her rejection on the tip of her tongue was swallowed away when Selena remarked, "Does that mean you don't want your godmother anymore sinon you and Lucian were divorced?" They met up at the entrance of the largest luxury shopping mall in Capeton. Selena held Calista's hand, her gaze sweeping across her. Not a single item on Calista was branded."How much did that brat give you after divorcing you?" Initially, Calista learned about their divorce from the news. This was such a major event, and Lucian didn't even mention it to her. It's even less likely for him to inform her about the divorce agreement. "Before we got married, Mr. Northwood helped me pay off a huge debt," Calista said.
After shopping for the entire morning, Selena and Calista were so tired that they could barely walk. So they came to a cafe that was beside the streets.Selena asked, "What do you want to eat?" Calista opened an application on her phone to find out what good diners were nearby. Just as she clicked on the application, she heard someone calling her. She turned around and saw Hector. She hadn't seen him for quite some time. Hector was dressed in neat and simple mountain gear. He was sporting short boots, with the hem of his pants tucked in his boots.Although he held a cup of coffee in his hands, he was still the odd one out among professionally dressed people in the city. He saw Calista, and also Selena who was sitting beside her. Hector knew Selena was Lucian's mother. He bumped into her previously at Calista's apartment. He nodded politely."Aunt Selena." Selena also immediately recognized Hector. He was her son's love rival. She scrutinized him calmly. He's good-looki
Before Calista could respond, Selena smacked Lucian's back. If they weren't in public, she would've aimed for his head instead."Just be straightforward and say you're jealous! Stop trying to act cool." Lucian tightened his lips. It was a rare sight of him not talking back. Hector was already furious when he heard Lucian's perverted remark. He managed to restrain his temper since Selena was still there.Although he remained calm, he didn't hold back on Lucian. He attempted to kick Lucian.Hector was wearing hard-soled military boots. If his kick made it to Lucian's leg, although his leg wouldn't break, he'd suffer. Lucian avoided him calmly. Hector's attempt failed, barely stopping himself in time. He glared at Lucian and thought, "Is he up to his dirty tricks again?"Lucian snorted at him. Tension filled the air as they met eyes. Calista took her bag and got up."Aunt Selena, I'll get going now."Selena awkwardly persuaded her."The food's about to arrive. Have some bef
Zachary wasn't home, so there was no need for Calista to go in now. She'd gone through everything in this mansion. This mansion was resold once, for sure there was no sign of her mother's stuff anymore.She could've questioned Zachary through WhatsApp, but he probably wouldn't tell the truth. She came all the way here because she wanted to see the clues in his expression. Calista called him. She found out that he had gone abroad and he was uncertain about his return. After a few days, she had been contacting Zachary, but the answers she got were still uncertain about his return. She didn't know whether this was merely a coincidence or was there some other reason. She thought for a moment and took a picture of the sketch of the painting. She sent the picture to him."Have you seen this painting?""Nope." Seeing how things couldn't work out with Zachary, Calista finally contacted that mysterious man after much consideration.He wasn't surprised when he received her call. He ga
With Cade covering Cameron's mouth, there was no chance for her pointed words to offend anyone in the room. His palm was cool to the touch. It was a sensation she disliked. So, she couldn't help but tilt her head.When Cade noticed her movements, he gently stroked her cheek as if he were calming a child who was throwing a tantrum.Victor spent years in a position of authority, giving him an air of unspoken authority. His gaze hardened, and his lips pressed into a firm line as he watched Cade. "Cade, don't jeopardize the long-standing relationship between our families over a woman.""If that's how you see it." Cade glanced at the door. "Aren't you doing the same for a woman?"Victor snorted contemptuously. "How can a cheap girl who was merely adopted be worth anything compared to Mirabelle?""How is my daughter, a Yorksworth, worth any less than yours?" Blaire stood at the doorway as she took in the occupants of the home with her sharp gaze. She had been feeling restless ever sin
Mirabelle frowned. "Excuse me?"As soon as she finished speaking, Cameron walked up to her, grabbed her by her hair, and forcefully bent her over.Cameron held up the guest list Monica had sent her and shoved it in Mirabelle's face. "Call them. Tell them to be there by 3:00 p.m., or else…"She tightened her grip threateningly. "You can kiss this head of hair goodbye."Mirabelle pressed down on her scalp where it had been pulled, her voice distorted with pain when she spoke."Let go, Cameron! Are you out of your mind?""Didn't I tell you not to involve anyone else in our feud?""Can't take it anymore?"Mirabelle endured the pain of turning her head to flash a disdainful sneer at Cameron."This is just the appetizer. If you go against me, you'll eventually crawl out of Capeton with your tail between your legs. I'll call your business partner right now and pin the catastrophic failure of this event on you…"Seeing Mirabelle's condescending expression brought Cameron back to the
The kiss lifted the dark cloud that hung over Cade's mood over the past few days.The next day, as Fabian brought in documents for him to sign, Cade asked, "When is Cameron's show?"Fabian was taken aback for a split second but quickly replied. Fortunately, he was well-prepared and kept track of Cameron's events for the year in advance."Has the invitation been delivered?"Fabian swallowed, almost wanting to laugh to mock Cade. Given Cade's strained relationship with his wife, Cameron would sooner invite a dog than have him around. However, all Fabian could do was revel in Cade's misery in his mind while keeping a businesslike facade."It was probably already delivered. The front desk brought in a stack of mail yesterday. I haven't sorted it out yet."He had already sorted out the mail this morning. Everything had gone straight to the trash."Clear my schedule for the day. Make reservations at a restaurant for a celebratory dinner.""Yes, sir."On the day of the show, Monica
That was obviously an excuse to get Cade out of the picture. Knowing what Mirabelle had done to Cameron in the past, leaving the two of them alone was out of the question. Besides, it wasn't convenient for him to move the car, so he refused without a second thought."Get the attendant—"However, Cameron cut him off before he could finish."Ms. Ackerman is a guest. You should fulfill her requests if she has any."Cade cast her a cold glance. "Shut up." Why should he dance to Mirabelle's tune?Cameron stared at him. "Run along."He gritted his teeth as rage crossed his face. After a brief pause, he sneered and turned to leave. As soon as the door shut behind him, Mirabelle's calm expression slipped. "Did you make me come here just to show off how much you two love each other?""You call that love? I think we have different definitions of what 'love' is then. He's nothing more than…" Cameron's fingers lightly traced the cup's rim as she smirked and said, "A lap dog.""You fu
Cameron crossed her arms over her chest and gave the bouquet in Cade's hands a nonchalant glance."What are you trying to pull, Mr. Carter?""Fabian said it was Women's Day today.""So what?"There was silence all around. The sound of soothing music could be heard through the door. Cade was silent for a while. "We're not getting a divorce, Cameron."It was the same old topic that Cameron had grown too weary of. She turned around and felt for the cigarette box on the table. There was already a layer of cigarette butts in the ashtray next to it. Judging by the color of the lipstick marks, more than half of them were hers.Cade frowned. He clearly disapproved of her smoking but kept himself from stopping her.Smoke curled from between her lips. The flickering embers of the cigarette reflected in her eyes, softening her indifferent gaze. Through the thin haze, Cameron's lips curled into a wide, unrestrained smile. Every time she smiled in this way, it always filled Cade with a
Cade began unbuckling his belt as he spoke. When it came to this sort of thing, men often had a strong sense of competition, especially in the presence of a woman they were interested in."Such a dark atmosphere isn't right for our situation."Cameron didn't like him to begin. In such a dark atmosphere, there was no telling what kind of grotesque creature she might imagine him to be. It would be strange if she felt attraction for him.She leveled a steady stare at him. Cade's shirt was half undone, showing his tense muscles underneath. Under the influence of alcohol, his skin took on a faint reddish hue. There was a heart-pounding tension in the air as if something was about to ignite. Occasionally, his slightly heavy breaths could be heard."You haven't been working out recently, have you?" Cameron asked.Cade was confused.Cameron pressed her hand against his chest, right below his ribs, and gave it a little push. After a moment, she commented, "Your muscles are a little soft
Cade tossed his phone onto the table in frustration when he saw who entered. He pressed his hand against his brow."Leave. You should see Diane for a work uniform.""Are you feeling unwell, Mr. Carter?" Rosalia approached the desk with a glass of milk in hand. "I learned how to give massages. Why don't I…" "Get out."Cade abruptly got to his feet and avoided Rosalia's outstretched hand, causing the milk to spill all over him. He glanced down at his now-stained shirt with a dark expression and pressed his lips tightly together. After a long pause, he asked through clenched teeth, "Did my wife ask you to send this up?" Every syllable was pronounced with the gnashing of teeth.Rosalia froze under his piercing gaze."It really was Mrs. Carter who asked me to bring it to you, sir," she stammered."Leave. From now on, you will not enter my study unless you have permission."Rosalia had come to work as a housekeeper to land herself a wealthy husband. She had even bribed the manager
On the next day, Cameron was discussing the fashion show with Monica when she suddenly heard a familiar voice from behind. "Cammie…" It was Blaire.Although Monica didn't fully know about Cameron's past, she didn't like Blaire at all. What kind of mother wouldn't protect their own child, after all?However, it wasn't appropriate for her to intervene as much even though she was Cameron's close friend. After all, it was Cameron's family matter.Monica stood up with her notebook in hand and said, "Well, I just remembered that there's still a few more invitations to send, so I'll go and take care of that. Let's discuss more about the fashion show later."After saying that, she glanced at Blaire and left without even greeting her.Cameron got up and nodded at Blaire. "Is something the matter?"She thought that her distant attitude last night had made it clear enough that she didn't want any more involvement with the Yorksworth family. She didn't expect that Blaire would come and loo
Cameron pushed the door open. She looked tired as she laid down her bag. As she changed her shoes, she caught sight of the food on the dining table out of the corner of her eye."Diane, didn't I tell you I wasn't coming back for dinner? Why did you make so much food?"Diane glanced upstairs. "It's for Mr. Carter. He hasn't eaten yet."The moment Cade was mentioned, Cameron dropped the topic. She rubbed her sore shoulder as she headed upstairs. "I see.""Madam…" Diane called out hesitantly, looking troubled. "Mr. Carter asked you to call him down for dinner when you got home.""Me? Call him down for dinner?" Cameron stopped in her tracks and turned around in confusion. "Why?""Mr. Carter seems to be upset. Did you two have another fight?""So If he's in a bad mood, I'm supposed to go upstairs and invite him down to eat? Should I also say 'Your meal is ready, my liege!' while I'm at it?" Cameron scoffed. Her sarcastic smirk quickly faded. "He can eat if he wants. If he doesn't,