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Needless to say, Zoe was displeased about it. They had just finished having sex and he left immediately, claiming that he had to deal with some emergency at work. It took him the entire night, apparently.What kind of work emergency would take him the whole night?She wasnโt willing to ponder too much on it, but she had a good idea where he went. Surely, it had something to do with other women. She was ironing his shirt when her mind traveled back to the moment he told her that he wouldnโt meet up with Lilith anymore.โฆA series of footsteps disrupted her thoughts. It was probably Mason!He looked a little drained after dealing with the matter for the entire night. She felt him hugging her from behind and smelled the faint scent of disinfectant. It was the kind that was unique to the hospital.She could feel his warmth through his shirt, but she felt as thought someone had stabbed her right in the heart. He went to the hospital to check on Lilith.What was sad was the fact t
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Mason was mesmerized by Zoeโs serene expression on her delicate face. It looked like she was glowing in the evening light. She was beautiful and graceful.He couldnโt help himself but muttered some crude, but flirtatious words to her. What he said wouldโve acted like a lubricant to their relationship if they were an ordinary couple, but Zoe thought it was repulsive.The servant was trying to look past Mason. She reminded them softly, โItโs almost time for dinner!โGrabbing her slender arm, he chatted with her as they walked to the dining hall. โWeโre having crabs for dinner tonight. Theyโre fresh, just came in in the afternoon. Arenโt crabs your favorite food? Youโve got to have more later.โShe smiled faintly in response.Zoe didnโt even let her displeasure show during dinner, much less question him. If he wanted to act like a lovely couple, then sheโd go along with it. She didnโt even reject him when he wanted to have sex with her at night. Just when things were getting hot, s
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Mason didnโt love Lilith, but he felt like he owed her. He knew he promised Zoe that he wouldnโt meet up with her again. In fact, he could soon have a loving wife and an adorable baby if heโd just man up and leave Lilith to Ava and the medical personnel. He didnโt have to risk Zoe finding out about this.However, Zoe wasnโt all that important to him when all was said and done.He wanted to conquer and own her, but he knew he didnโt love her. Should she find out about this someday, the worst thing that could happen would be her crying and feeling disheartened. Then, their relationship would revert to its former state.He could live with that. As he analyzed his feelings for her, he also weighed the pros and cons. At last, he snuffed out this cigar and made a call to Lilithโs doctor. โIโll be right over!โHe hung up the phone, but he wasnโt in a hurry to leave. He searched for a picture in his phone's photo album. It was a picture of Zoe while she was sleeping. He took his time,
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Perhaps it was because Mason had spent too much time with Lilith. In any case, even Mia caught wind of it. She recalled how eager he was to prove himself the last time he was at their apartment and started to worry about Zoe. So, she made a point of asking her out for a cup of coffee, just the two of them.Mia sneered, โIโve heard that she doesnโt have long to live! Iโd say the universe killed her off young because sheโs pretty, but I know it issnโt true. She wouldโve died young anyway.โ After a brief pause, she asked Zoe again, โWhatโs your game plan?โHer way of thinking was still quite dated. The way she saw it, Zoe shouldโve figured out a way to secure his wealth for herself if she couldnโt win his heart. The best way to do it was to get pregnant with his baby. Thatโd solidify her status as his wife.Zoe lowered her head and stirred her coffee. The truth was, Mason very much wanted a baby, but she was adamantly against the idea. She wanted to keep a clear head. Now that she ha
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There was a hint of exhaustion on his dashing face and a subtle impatience in his tone. โI thought Ava told you that I might not be able to come tonight because Iโve got a lot of meetings at work! What are you still doing here?โHe was probably hungry too because he sat down and started to eat. Zoe stared at him quietly. It had been almost two minutes since he had come to the restaurant, but he hadn't looked her in the eye once even though he was talking to her. That told her just how irritated he was. Perhaps he was angry that she was behaving immaturely.He had a lot on his plate, as it were, and yet she was pestering him with something as trivial as an anniversary.Zoe lowered her head and touched her ear with her delicate fingers. She proceeded to grumble the way an ordinary elegant lady would to her husband. There wasnโt even a trace of sadness in her tone. She could even put on a faint smile while she spoke, โCome on, itโs a celebration of our anniversary! I was thinking a
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Zoe went downstairs and got into the car. The chauffeur noticed she was in a foul mood. So, he spoke ever so softly, โShall we head home now, Ms. Zoe?โShe sat there quietly and looked out the car window. Neon lights were flickering in the city. All of a sudden, she said softly, โIโm going to take a stroll. Go on back home, Luke!โLuke, the old chauffeur, frowned and said, โThatโs not happening, Ms. Zoe. I canโt leave you alone in the dead of night. Mr. Masonโs going to be worried sick if he finds out!โSmiling faintly in response, she asked, โDo you really think heโd care?โLuke immediately stopped talking. Lately, his master hadnโt been spending the nights in his own manor and the servants were gossiping behind his back. Itโd be a bald-faced lie if he claimed he hadnโt heard any of it. With that said, he was worried about Zoe. So, the car crept along the road, following Zoe as she took a stroll on the streets. She had no idea how long she had been walking. It was about two
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โIโm leaving now!โ Mason cut her off. He probably thought he was too harsh. So, he added, โIโll spend some time with you when Iโm done.โShe smiled and went away to prepare his attire.The lights came on in the fitting room. She proceeded to pick out attire for him as well as a tie and a watch. It was the definition of chic. Lilith was going to regard him with admiration when she saw him later. All of a sudden, someone hugged her from behind. Mason wrapped his arms around her waist tightly and buried his face in the back of her neck. His voice was a little husky. โAre you mad?โHe fondled her a little as he spoke. After all, he was due for some sex.She caught the faint odor of disinfectant and felt repulsed, but she spoke softly nonetheless. โDon't you have an important meeting later? It wonโt do if youโre late. Your employees are going to start talking.โHe responded warmly, โWhy are you so considerate?โShe was dazed for a second. Her mind traveled back to the lovely day
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Masonโs eyes grew darker. So, it turned out she knew he was coming here all along. Taking a step forward, he grabbed her arm and was about to say something when she cut him off.โDonโt touch me!โShe shook him off fiercely and took a step back before looking at him, โYou said you weren't going to meet her again, Mason. You told me you had a shareholders' meeting to attend tonight! It turns out, however, that youโve been with her all this time!โWhat am I to you, Mason? What is our marriage to you? Do your promises even mean anything?โHe grabbed her arm again. Frowning, he muttered, โCut it out, now!โShe sneered in response. She hadnโt even done anything too outrageous and yet he asked her to cut it out. What was the point of all this? What right did she have to make a scene?Tears welled up in her eyes as she looked at her own husband. โI wouldnโt have cared how you cheated on me or acted lovey-dovey in public with her if you hadnโt told me all those things. You said you lo
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In the presidential suite, the newlywed night was fiery, filled with affection and intimacy. The wedding banquet was still bustling with excitement.There was a special guest, who quietly arrived and hoped to leave just as quietly. He was afraid to disturb her mood and feared that if she saw him, she might not be pleased. However, despite his best efforts, they still crossed paths in the hallway.Gael stood quietly, watching Yanni. She had just taken Ella to the restroom, as she wasnโt comfortable leaving her alone. Besides Ella, there was another small girl with her, probably one of the twins she had with Keaton. The other twin was her brother.The twins were named Shay Bright and Drew Bright. Ella adored her younger siblings. Whenever she came home from school, she would always spend some time playing with them first. At night, she would sneak her little sister into her room and cuddle her to sleep, treating her like a little doll.At first, Yanni was quite worried, but she lat
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In the early morning, the first rays of sunlight bathed the earth, signaling a joyous occasion at the Sanders family home. The youngest daughter of Noah and Gwynn was finally getting married. Even more delightful, she was marrying her childhood love. Dressed in a headpiece and red bridal gown, she was as beautiful as could be, the most stunning woman Zion had ever seen.The Quarto family was busy with preparations. Although they were not extremely wealthy, Jordyn was a capable family head with a good reputation. He handled both inside and outside affairs with finesse and charm. To everyoneโs surprise, he got along very well with Mason.However, Noah had some reservations. โDon't you have any relatives of your own, Mason?โMason didnโt engage with his criticism. Together with Zoe, they helped with the wedding arrangements. A traditional Chinese wedding was far more elaborate than a Western one, but thankfully, the families had enough help to avoid any chaotic moments.During the d
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That night, Jamie and Paityn returned home with their daughter Carol. As soon as they arrived, Carol went to do her homework, while Paityn went to check on their youngest son, Colten Lockwood. The housekeeper was taking care of him and, upon hearing footsteps, turned her head and softly said, "Madam, you're back? He hasn't woken up at all, he's such a good boy."Paityn smiled lightly and signaled for the housekeeper to go downstairs and rest.When the door closed, she looked down at the sleeping Colten. The little one, only eight months old, resembled his father completely; almost like a miniature copy of Jamie. Even Carol, at times, would look at her brotherโs face and marvel: "Itโs really a masterpiece from God!"Jamie replied, "You even know what a masterpiece is?"Carol teased, "A husbandโs looks are the wifeโs glory!"Paityn quietly said to Jamie, โShe must have seen a supermodel runway show."Jamie immediately asked, "Did she like it?"Paityn didn't answer, just smiled.
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On the second floor, Gwen was trying on her wedding dress for tomorrow. Just as Zion had wished, it was a traditional Zutriysteinian wedding.The red wedding gown was crafted by the top artisans from Zutriystein, elegant and dignified. The headpiece she wore was adorned with wild pearls; each gem was carefully embedded, and the headpiece alone cost tens of millions. A substantial amount of money had been spent.The woman in the mirror was stunningly beautiful. Gwen gently touched her headpiece and muttered to herself, "Zion really doesnโt mind spending money on this little hobby of his."Gwynn, as a mother, patted her head. "This little girl really doesnโt know when to keep quiet, but luckily, sheโs married well and is right here beside me..."She had given a generous wedding gift, exactly the same as when Holly got married. Like Holly, Gwen didnโt want any shares of the Sanders Group. The money that Zion earned was enough to support both of them and his small hobbies.Meanwhile
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Ignacio said, "We canโt take care of both of you."Holly was at a loss for words.Lucius was at that lively age, but he was raised by his father and had good manners. When he saw Ocelotte, he respectfully greeted him, saying, "Second Uncle."Ocelotte patted his little head, thinking that the boy seemed sturdier than his own children, possibly because Molly was too fragile. He made a mental note to make sure Yeager got some extra nutrients when he went back.The black Rolls-Royce Phantom sped down the highway, getting them back to the Qiao family mansion before evening.The Sanders familyโs sons had all moved out, leaving only Gwen still living at home. Holly, who rarely came back, was also staying at the house. She didnโt refuse, planning to stay for a few days before heading to Silvercrest to visit her biological parents and pay respects.The car pulled into the Sanders Residence, and the house was lit up brightly.In the courtyard parking area, luxury cars were parked everywhe
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In the evening, Gwen was preparing to leave work.In the parking lot, she spotted Zionโs car, but it was empty. Just then, a school leader passed by and said to her, โZion came to school. Thereโs a donation ceremony happening in the auditorium. You should go check it out. "Then, you two can head home together afterward. On a cold day like this, a nice dinner would be perfect. What a cozy idea!โGwen playfully replied, โYou really know how to enjoy life.โThe leader, holding a bag of groceries, laughed, โSee? Your teacherโs wife has been nagging me since morning to go home and cook while babysitting the grandkids.โGwen smiled softly, watching him leave.In the sky, clouds glowed orange and yellow, their edges tinged with gold.She carried a thermos as she walked toward the auditorium. Along the way, a few students noticed her and started chirping excitedly, cheekily calling her โMs. Gwen.โGwen corrected them, โItโs Ms. Gwen.โThe students laughed and teased, โMs. Gwen! Mr. Z
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Gwen stared dazedly at the man.Zion, dressed in a black coat, stood tall in the study, exuding an oppressive aura. He walked toward her and pulled the teary-eyed girl, her face streaked like a little tabby cat, into his arms. One hand gently smoothed her hair as his voice softened to the extreme, "Still saying you didnโt cry."Gwen leaned against his shoulder, mumbling, "You did it on purpose.""Are you at least a little touched?"She pounded on him twice more in response.Zion chuckled lowly, letting the girl vent while his heart ached silently.These past five years had been filled with fear and uncertainty for him. He had been afraid that before he could make a name for himself, Gwen would fall for someone else. If that happened, what could he possibly use to ask her to come back to him?The love story of a poor boy and a rich girl might've existed in novels, but the reality was often harsh.Gwen didnโt care, but he couldnโt bear to let her endure hardship.Now, as they
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Zion and Gwen's marriage seemed inevitable, with no one putting up any resistance. Occasionally, Gwen even had a strange illusion.It all went so smoothly that the years of separation seemed like they had never happened, as if she and Zion had always been together. After their reunion, he didnโt even ask her about her life abroad and treated her just as he did before.She was no longer as youthful and tender, but Zion still saw her as if she were a 20-year-old girl. Gwen felt a bit dejected, thinking to herself, he must just like girls around 18-year-old.But unfortunately, the spring river flows eastward and cannot return!Zion only smiled.In winter, the days grew shorter. After work, Gwen arrived at Zion's villa, but he had not yet come home. The two housekeepers had already started preparing dinner.When Gwen got out of the car, she received a call from Zion. Her voice was soft and tender.โWhen will you be back?โOn the other end, Zion checked the time and said, โIโll be
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Zion noticed Gwen gazing at him with those wide, expectant eyes again. With a chuckle, he reached into the pocket of his trench coat, pulled out a sleek wallet, and carefully extracted a platinum card. He placed it in her outstretched hand and said with a smile, โThis is my secondary card. Thereโs no credit limit.โ Gwen gasped softly, then teased, โWow, arenโt you generous? Thank you, Teacher Qin.โ Zion gave her a light tap on the head. Not missing a beat, Gwen wrapped her arms around his neck and grinned mischievously, โThank you, my sugar daddy.โ Zionโs response was to pull her close, cupping her cheeks as he kissed her fiercely. Though he once carried himself as an educator and now as a refined businessman, he found himself utterly smitten by her playful antics. After the kiss, Zion leaned close to Gwen's ear and murmured something uncharacteristically crude that sent a shiver down her spine. He playfully nipped her nose. โTurns out youโve got a thing for bad boy
