All Chapters of Falling for My Contract Lover: Chapter 61 - Chapter 70

Moon Bay, the heart of the Gibson family, nestled on a hillside overlooking the sea, was a serene haven, for it was the sole property of the Gibson estate. Typically, only the family patriarch resided there. The Gibsons, while esteemed, were not a populous branch. Ellis Gibson, the eldest, married into banking royalty, tying the knot with Madge McCarthy. Together, they had a son and a daughter. Magee Gibson, Ellis's firstborn, was two years older than Murray and the esteemed first grandchild of the third generation. His sister, Erica Gibson, a high school student, was a bright presence in their lives. Murray's father, Bruce Gibson, was the second son. He and his wife, Georgia Adelaide, were blessed with only Murray. The youngest Gibson, married to the Oakking heiress Veromca Isaac, enjoyed an arranged marriage but was fortunate, welcoming

Emily and her friends chose a quaint restaurant nestled in a small alley in the city center's bustling commercial street. Compact in size, it barely accommodated five tables and was a favorite among many regulars. Without a reservation, securing a spot was nearly impossible. Emily had called two days in advance, carefully selecting their favorite dishes for the occasion. It had been half a year since their last gathering, and the trio had much to catch up on. Engrossed in conversation and frequently toasting, they inadvertently drank more than intended. When Murray's call came through, Emily glanced at her phone, her eyes already slightly unfocused. Holding her phone unsteadily, she fumbled with the screen several times before answering, her words slurred, "Hello, who's this?" Murray, frowning, asked, "Where are you?" Recognizing his voice, Emily swayed to he

Ten minutes later, a nanny's car pulled up outside the villa. Emily, excited, hopped off the swing and hurried towards the gate. Reaching the ornamental rockery at the entrance, she was greeted by two familiar figures — Sandy and Donna. Emily rushed forward, embracing them enthusiastically, "How come you're here?" Sandy and Donna exchanged glances, replying in unison, "Didn't you invite us?" Sandy handed her phone to Emily. Perusing the chat history, she saw that Sandy and Donna had sent over thirty voice messages in their group chat after she left last night. Emily randomly played one, hearing their drunken wails and rants. The gist was a tirade against the wealthy for separating them, mixed with curses and nonsensical rambles. The latest message from this morning was from Sandy, asking if Emily was alright after leaving abruptly. Emily had replied, inviting them to dinner at her place, even sending a location pin and asking them to come earl

Georgia Adelaide was suddenly brought into the conversation amidst this gathering of influential ladies, and she was cautious not to say anything amiss. With a nervous smile, she replied, "As for our Murray, with the guidance of the old man, he's sure to find a suitable girl." The topic of Murray's marriage led a familiar lady to chime in, "Isn't your Murray already betrothed to a girl from the Zechariah family?" Decades ago, the Gibson and Zechariah families had a close business partnership, and their families interacted frequently. Back then, Murray, like a shadow, followed Stacey Zechariah everywhere, listening only to her. This sparked a jest among the adults that only a Zechariah girl could handle Murray. They were destined for each other and might as well fix their marriage as children. This jest somehow became a rumor that the two families had arranged a child's wedding. As the business partne

Murray's father, Bruce Gibson, the second son of the elder Gibson, was a man of integrity and modesty, excellent in all aspects but lacking the shrewdness essential for business. The elder Gibson, who adored this son the most, sought to compensate for his shortcomings by choosing a well-matched bride. However, Bruce firmly disagreed and swiftly married his beloved, Georgia Adelaide, in a foreign land, keeping it a secret from his family. Though marriage is a momentous affair, the elder Gibson must accept it once it is done. After their marriage, Bruce Gibson and Georgia Adelaide shared a profound love. The following year, Murray was born. Bruce owned several companies and held shares in the group. While not as flashy as his brothers, he and his wife were content. Life was thought to be uneventfully happy until a financial storm hit. Bruce, not adept at busine