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Upon opening the glass door, a whisper of moisture suddenly permeated the restaurant. It was currently raining outside, draping the world in a soft, ethereal mist.Through the floor-to-ceiling window, one could see the raindrops clinging to the newly sprouted banana leaves, slipping down one by one like a lover's tears. In those droplets, the reflections of three people wavered gently. Eleanor's slight movement caught the attention of Dexter and Maisie, the only patrons in the restaurant.Dexter lifted his gaze and immediately spotted Eleanor, a vision of delicate beauty amidst the rain-kissed atmosphere, yet a pallor marked her features, surely in response to the WhatsApp message he sent. His voice was a low murmur as he offered, "Please have a seat and join us for a meal."Eleanor found the prospect of dining with him utterly unbearable, even for a fleeting moment. She approached Maisie and gently patted her head, saying, "You should head over to the car first, Maisie; Erika will
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Having said that, Eleanor went into the walk-in closet, intending to change out of her elaborate gown.Michael held the collectible figure and examined it for a moment before a smile appeared on his face. He then followed Eleanor into the walk-in closet.Eleanor, in the process of changing, noticed him and made a gesture, saying, "I'm in the middle of changing, Mr. Hall."Michael approached her from behind, his hands wrapping around her delicate waist while the collectible figure was still held loosely in one hand. He lowered his high-bridged nose to the nape of her neck, brushing just enough to draw a shiver. "You're the only one who can get through to Sawyer. I should definitely express my gratitude for that."Michael's spoken gratitude was certainly too overwhelming for Eleanor.It wasn't long before Eleanor couldn't take it anymore. She placed her hand on Michael's chest to create distance, her gaze brimming with gentleness as she said, "You should stop it. Your surgical incis
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It was a pitch-black night, and Eleanor, feeling somewhat stifled, reached to lower the car window. In an instant, the sounds and lights of the bustling city drifted in, carrying the echoes of everyday human activity. Upon perceiving her somber mood, Damian reassured her, saying, "You can rest assured that I won't bring up what just occurred with Mr. Hall.""It's alright," Eleanor replied, a flicker of surprise crossing her face before she responded softly. She leaned against the back of the leather seat and gathered her fur coat more snugly, seeking a bit more warmth from the chill.Erika murmured an apology from the front, appearing to be in a daze.It was then that Eleanor's phone pinged twice, with the screen lighting up for a second before going off. It was quite some time before Eleanor picked up the phone and noticed a WhatsApp message from Dexter, stating, "Congratulations."That one word landed heavily upon Eleanor's heart, causing her to smile with apathy as she thought
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Dexter's gaze was fixed intently on the most conspicuous item scattered on the floor—the box of folic acid supplements.Having understood that she had messed up, Erika hurriedly squatted to pick up the items. She was too flustered, though, resulting in her fumbling.It was then that Dexter picked up the box of folic acid supplements and passed it to Erika.Erika reached out to receive it, her heart pounding wildly as she said, "Thank you."Dexter didn't release his hold, though. His gaze shifted from Erika to Eleanor, noting her mid-heeled shoes as he looked up. It was then that a sudden realization dawned on him—Eleanor was pregnant.In that instant, Erika snatched the box, cramming it messily back into the handbag before addressing Eleanor, "Let's go, Ms. Sutton."Eleanor remained composed. She knew that the news of her pregnancy would come to the surface sooner or later, as with each passing month, her growing bump would betray the secret.Having said that, they both turned a
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In the glow of the dazzling chandelier, Eleanor and Dexter held each other's gaze for a fleeting moment before averting their eyes.Then, Eleanor walked by Jessica and Dexter in succession. She was dressed in a black Yves Saint Laurent evening dress with a low-cut neckline. Her dark hair was swept back into an elegant updo, complementing a set of exquisite diamond and sapphire jewelry. Her smooth complexion looked exceptionally radiant in that styling.Though she was wearing shoes with a moderate heel, their dainty style didn't lessen her inherent grace and instead added a touch of sophistication to her. The host, recognizing her significance, had even offered a few light-hearted, friendly jests in her direction.Eleanor smiled faintly in response before lifting the edge of her gown and gracefully taking her seat.Upon settling into her seat, Eleanor's gown inadvertently grazed Dexter's knee. The silk, smooth and fine, met the rich wool of his suit with the softness of a feather, y
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In that instant, an unspoken awkwardness filled the space. Jessica smiled faintly and asked, "What were you and Julian talking about, Melanie?"Upon hearing that, Julian couldn't help but cock his brow. Having been born as the second heir of the Ziegler family, he was irked by the fact that Jessica, a woman who had yet to marry into the family, dared to be chummy with him and address him by his first name. He suppressed his displeasure, though, betraying no emotion and remaining silent.Though she possessed a naturally innocent and carefree personality, Melanie couldn't resist displaying a bit of arrogance before Jessica. She adjusted her fur coat and said with a practiced smile, "You see, my friend's daughter got pregnant recently. I remembered that I had previously bought a bunch of baby clothes for Evelyn, which were still brand new, so I'm sorting through them to pass them along. "You know, Evelyn has always been a healthy and charming baby, so quite a few people have always co
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Eleanor and Michael were upstairs all alone in bed. Just as she was about to get up, he grabbed her wrist and spoke in a low, hoarse voice."I sensed something funny about the way you looked at me earlier. My darling, what can I do for you?"Eleanor seized the moment and leaned on his shoulder, feigning frustration. "The way you handled my mom tells me just how natural it comes to you when dealing with women. "Thinking about it has made me realize that I've gotten the short end of the stick. You've been flirtatious and flamboyant in the past. Who knows how many ladies' knees have gone weak because of you?"Michael's voice immediately dropped a notch. "Are you jealous? It's all but old trivialities forgotten in the flow of history."Resting his head in his hands, he hung his head and stared at her. "Right now, I'm more concerned that my heart yearns to do something that my body can't keep up with."The married couple was spending a lovely, slightly flirtatious moment together whe
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The past drifted in a quiet stillness. Even though Eleanor welcomed a new life, her old wounds still haunted her, aching beyond measure. Taking a few moments to still her throbbing heart, she waited until her emotions had settled before returning to the ward. She tried to appear relaxed, but Michael still saw through her. He knew something was wrong. Pulling Eleanor to his side, he asked, "What's wrong? Why are your eyes red?"She shook her head in response. "It's nothing. Dust got into my eyes."Michael held her hands and scanned her for a long time before saying affectionately, "If you see those two again, you'll stay away from dust, won't you?"Eleanor hummed in response, her eyes alight with joy. She would no longer let the past trap her and bind her from the happiness the future had in store for her. …Two days later, Michael underwent surgery. It was a smashing success, and no chemotherapy was required for the time being. That said, it would be best if he could rest for
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After the New Year, Michael prepared to admit himself to the hospital for the upcoming surgery. They kept it a secret from the kids. As far as they knew, he was only in the hospital for an appendectomy. The night before he was admitted, Eleanor checked his luggage once more and didn't feel at ease until she was sure that he had brought everything. In the still, quiet night, Michael returned to his bedroom after he was done with work and found his wife in the walk-in closet. She was looking at a family picture, deeply lost in thought.Hugging Eleanor from behind, he said softly, "Erika told me that you wanted to sell the company. If you can't manage it for the time being, we can hire someone professional and run it. I can help you with that."She leaned on his shoulder and shook her head. "Just sell it."The future held too many uncertainties after Michael's surgery. With three kids in their home and the fourth one on the way, she would need to pour much time and effort into them
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