One after another, people were commenting on Twitter. Some expressed concern, while others gossiped, observed coldly, or gloated.Coincidentally, at that moment, Michael was scrolling through Twitter on his phone when he unexpectedly saw the news of Ivanka being taken away by the police.His expression turned cold as he promptly called Evan. When Evan picked up his call, he said, โFind out immediately why Ivanka was taken to the police station.โEvan was shocked and quickly responded, โIโll get onto it now.โMichael prepared to leave after he hung up. As he did, he immediately called another one of his assistants and instructed him to create trouble for Jonah and make sure he dealt with it personally. After a pause, he added to keep Hanson busy as well.The assistants were confused but did not dare to question Michaelโs orders. They were too busy with work and did not check their phones, so they had no idea about the chaotic situation.On the contrary, they felt that Michael
Chiara frowned but remained silent.Lyla grew even more suspicious. โAre you lying to me?โโI swear it wasnโt me! But I did know about it.โLyla became more confused. โWhat are you trying to say? Why canโt you just say it directly? Are you trying to scare me?!โChiara pursed her lips, showing reluctance to speak.Knowing her daughter well, Lyla spoke sternly, โHave you encountered trouble or someone troublesome? Explain clearly. What if this is a trap set by Ivanka?โChiara hesitated as her eyes flickered with indecision before she slowly recounted what happened that day.... That day, Lyla had something to do and left Chiara alone in her room.She was bored and absentmindedly scrolling through her phone. Her mood soured when she came across a post on Twitter about Ivanka. She seethed at the thought of Ivanka living the high life while she was struggling.Just as she was seething with anger, an unknown number called her.She did not want to pick it up, so she immediately hu
Chiara feigned illness by claiming she was not sick and wanted to leave the mental hospital. Despite appearing normal, her behavior resembled that of someone with a mental disorder. This inconsistency made it difficult for others to view her as normal and helped her in avoiding trouble.โAs long as you listen to me, I can get you out of this mental hospital and solve all your problems. Iโll shift the evidence elsewhere. Youโll be able to leave that place openly.โ After a brief pause, the caller continued, โMy goal is to ensure Ivanka never gets up on her feet again. I believe we share the same goals.โChiara was stunned and skeptical.At that moment, she no longer wanted to end the call.She frowned and stayed silent as her expression turned grim.She was afraid that it might be a trap, but she could not resist the immense temptation.She gripped her phone silently.Doubts filled her mind. She wanted to know more but hesitated to ask. She feared it could lead to a trap. If Ivank
Chiara and Lyla looked at the phone at the same time. They knew that the same person might have called again.The incoming call was a virtual call rather than a call from a regular mobile phone number.She hesitated for a moment before answering it. She remained silent when she picked it up.The same young girlโs voice came through and said, โHave you checked out Twitter yet?โChiaraโs eyes flickered. After a brief pause, she said softly, โI have.โShe kept her response short because she still could not trust that person enough. Otherwise, she would have definitely asked why, despite sending so many people, they were unable to harm Ivanka. This was truly unacceptable to her.Before she could say anything, the caller said, โSheโs surprisingly skilled. I didnโt expect that.โHer voice sounded calm. She did not seem to be affected by the failed plan.Chiara was surprised. โSheโs skilled?โDespite growing up with Ivanka, she had no idea that Ivanka was good at martial arts.โAr
โWeโve no idea if the person is a guy or a girl. I hate this feeling.โ Chiara clutched her phone tightly as her expression turned sour. After a moment of thought, she looked at Lyla again. โMother, do you think this person could be Tanya?โLyla pondered for a moment, then said, โIt doesnโt seem likely. Tanya holds a more powerful status and position than Ivanka in every aspect. Sheโs pampered, and itโs unlikely for her to do something like this. Moreover, the way the person spoke directly targeted Ivanka, which seems like something a rival would do, but it also feels a bit off.โโOff in what way?โLyla furrowed her brows. She remained thoughtful and did not rush to speak.Seeing that Lyla seemed to have something in mind, Chiara spoke again, โWhatโs going on, Mother? Can you tell me?โLyla hesitated a bit but eventually said, โIf Iโm not mistaken, Ivankaโs mother came from a wealthy family.โChiara was surprised. โWhat do you mean?โWhen her family moved in during her childhood,
Chiara was furious.That b*tch!......At that moment, everyone had arrived at the police station.The thugs were in excruciating pain all over their bodies. Some could not even walk properly, much like their leader, Green Hair.He could barely move and needed two of his subordinates to support him.On the way to the police station, he wanted to tell the police officers that he was injured and needed to go to the hospital. However, upon seeing Ivankaโs cold gaze, he became terrified and did not dare to speak.Ivanka played the earlier recording as soon as everyone entered the police station.Instantly, everyone heard the thugsโ vulgar words. Panic spread among them.The expressions of the two police officers darkened.After the recording ended, Ivanka said softly, โOfficers, I just think these guys are habitual troublemakers. Who knows how many people theyโve harmed in the past and how many outrageous things they have done? I hear theyโve got some accomplices too. Maybe itโs w
The thugs thought. โWe were told that they no longer had anything to do with each other!โ They never trusted the posts on Twitter. Prior to this, they were more or less concerned about Ivanka and Michaelโs relationship. But their employer had explicitly told them that the duoโs relationship was not what they thought. After witnessing how Michael and Ivanka interacted, the thugs believed they had been fooled. They kept quiet and grew increasingly nervous. They wondered what they should do. While they were panicking, Michael said, โThere will be no peace until you get rid of these tumors of society. If you need my help, donโt hesitate to inform me.โ The police were a little surprised. They quickly replied to him, โGot it. Thank you.โ Michael nodded and said nothing. Meanwhile, Ivanka grinned and said, โIf you need my help, donโt hesitate to inform me too.โ Ivanka, too, was no ordinary person. The police were shocked upon hearing them. The thugs instantly became st
Michaelโs expression turned dark as he sat on the main seat. He instantly started his car engine and drove off. Ivanka frowned deeply. Michael said nothing. He was focused on driving. Ivanka pursed her lips. โMy car is right over there. When you reach that intersection, drop me off.โ After all, it was the same road for him to drive home too. When she said โthat intersectionโ, she naturally meant the area near the alley. Michael ignored her and continued driving. While he was driving, Ivanka realized Michael did not go down the said road. She immediately turned to him and asked, โWhere are you going?โ Michael ignored her. He drove his car coolly. He did not even glance at Ivanka. As he continued driving, Ivanka knew where they were heading. She pursed her lips and said nothing. The incident had been a hit on Twitter. She believed Rosie must have known about it. Hence, it was best to explain to her. After all, Rosie was the only elder who cared for her the most in
Ivanka did not pay him any mind and got into the car. If Michael dared to chase after her again, she would most definitely kick him out of the car! She would do what she said she would!Michael did not catch up, but he blocked her with his arms wide open. His stance was clear: You can leave. But over my dead body! Ivanka could not possibly drive over Michael. But it was not a problem for Michael to keep blocking her way. Plus, she had just politely rejected his parents. So, it was even more impossible for her to turn back. Ivanka ran out of patience. She held her forehead and frowned. Michael had already drained her last bit of patience. She never imagined that Michael would actually cling to her to such an extent! How would she put it? All her positivity had been drained clean! โMichael, your parents are still at home. Arenโt you afraid theyโll see and laugh at you? I know Grandpa and Grandma are standing by our side now. Itโs not like you and I havenโt been in
Ivanka would neither accept the carrot nor the stick approach. Michael had no choice but to persuade her with reason and win her over with affection. Ivanka snorted. โHave you ever given me a chance to have a meal with you before this? As the saying goes, Rome wasnโt built in a day. It takes time for things to come to this state. Things might have passed for you but not for me!โ Ivankaโs gaze was razor-sharp. Michael felt his heart clench up. At that moment, his throat was in so much pain that he did not know what else to say to her. Ivanka did not wait for his response. She pushed away his hand and headed out without hesitation. Michael did not stop her. Nonetheless, he went after her and followed behind her. Meanwhile, they heard the sound from the kitchen. Mindy prepared dinner in the kitchen, and Jay helped her out. They had heard their conversation. Out of courtesy, Ivanka went to the kitchen and greeted them. She said with a smile, โUncle Jay, Aunt Mindy, Iโm
Ivanka clenched her fists. Her gaze was filled with ferocity. She looked like she was really going to punch Michael. Michael noticed the anger in her eyes. But since the person was none other than Ivanka, he was willing to take the beating. He even took a step forward and held his head high. โStrike me if you want.โ โYou!โ Ivanka glared at Michael. He truly annoyed her. She reminded herself to keep her composure. She sucked in a deep breath before saying, โMichael, Iโve treated you with respect. Youโd better behave yourself.โ Right after she finished the sentence, Ivanka left. Before she even took a step forward, Michael grabbed her. โMy mom is preparing the dishes inside the kitchen. If you leave now, youโre not showing me any respect. Please stay around to have dinner. Even though weโre already divorced, and itโs impossible for us to get back together again, weโre still friends,โ said Michael. Haha! He had been adamant. He was using the same approach to draw close
Mindyโs expression instantly darkened. โWhatโs with us being prejudiced against her? Had I ever targeted her when she married Michael from the beginning? โShe knew how well Rosie had treated her. Itโs her own fault for failing to bond with Mic. How could you blame us?โ Mindy had always disliked Ivanka. She believed Samuelโs intervention had been the reason for their marriage. It was an arranged marriage. There was no need for the Barkworthโs family to have an arranged marriage. At the end of the day, it was all up to Samuel to choose the bride for Michael. Ever since Ivanka married Michael, aside from the deliberate arrangements, they had hardly shown up together as a couple in public. Mindy did not have any particularly hard feelings for Ivanka. She believed the two would live happily together after getting married. After they divorced, Mindy thought Michael could start all over again. But she did not expect to see their current relationship was no different from when they
It was Jay and Mindy. When Ivanka saw them, a thought came across her mind. She took out a syringe and inserted it into Michaelโs arm to unmute him. Michael felt like he had been stung by a bee. It was as though he had been put in jail, only to be freed all of a sudden. Ivanka took away the syringe and gave him a glance with displeasure. โGet out of the car now. Your parents are hereโโ โArenโt you entering the house?โ Before Ivanka finished her sentence, Michael interrupted her. When he looked at her, his eyes were filled with sincerity and seriousness. But Ivanka rejected him coldly. โQuick! Get out of the car! Iโm not joking with you. Get out now!โ โLetโs go in together. After all, youโre already here. Are you worried about seeing them?โ Michael was undaunted by her emotions and tone. Instead, he stretched out his hand to try to grab Ivanka. Nonetheless, she avoided him with ease. Meanwhile, Jay and Mindy saw them. They walked over to them. Mindy glanced at th
It was no wonder Jonah asked for so many details. All these were facts.Ivanka did not avoid answering his questions. She gave a light smile. โThe longest will be half a year.โIf the treatment was ineffective after half a year, she would go to Silvania with Vincent.After all, it was not just about her.Upon learning of Ivankaโs decision, Jonah smiled wryly. โIv, I donโt think itโs an easy feat to treat my legs. How about you go and deal with your stuff first? You can always treat my legs afterward.โIvanka initially planned to do it that way. But George, Florence, and Margaret had interrupted her plan.Since she had returned to Bostone, why was there a need to travel back and forth again?She might as well treat Jonahโs legs.Besides, Vincent had informed her that it would be highly uncertain whether they could still return to their home country after arriving at Silvania.Ivanka said, โNo. I donโt want to make so many trips. Iโll treat your legs for half a year and see if i
It was not an overstatement to say Michael was crossing the line. Nonetheless, Ivanka could not just sit there and watch the two men get into a conflict. Hence, Ivanka pulled Michael to the side and glanced at him. โIf you donโt want to be kicked out, youโd better wait here.โ But Michael was undaunted by Jonah. Although Jonah had the power to rebuke him in his own territory, Michael refused to allow Jonah to get the upper hand. Ivanka saw the determination in Michaelโs eyes. She was very worried that the two might get into a fight. She quickly pulled him back. โStop making me worry about you. Just wait here! If you dare to come after me, Iโllโฆโ Although she did not finish her sentence, her intention was clear enough. If Michael disobeyed her, she would make him a statue! Understanding this, Michael did not follow Ivanka. But when Jonah turned around and left, the provocation in his eyes was evident. Still, Michael listened to Ivanka. He did not want to offend her. He
Jonah narrowed his eyes while questioning Michael. Still, Michael did not respond to him. Ivanka pursed her lips. She looked displeased when she answered Jonah, โJonah, thereโs no need to speak so harshly. Do you still want me to treat your legs?โ She had temporarily made Michael mute. She did that to stop Michael from talking endlessly about those things. Nonetheless, he had still insisted on coming along with her, only to end up being targeted by Jonah. Ivanka had no intention of making Michael mute in front of Jonah. Upon hearing Ivankaโs words, Jonah looked at where she currently stood. She stood in front of Michael. It looked like she was trying to protect him more. As the saying went, true love was portrayed in hard times. This saying was true indeed. It was true that Ivanka cared about Michael. Jonah said gently to Ivanka, โI want you to treat my legs, and I only speak harshly to specific people. I already showed him much respect when he barged into my terri
Michael remained resolute.Ivanka rolled her eyes. โThen stay stubborn. Iโll only fix it when you stop pushing me away.โAfter she was done speaking, she turned to leave.Michael followed.He even opened the passenger door and got in her car. He was determined to follow her.But Ivanka would not go easy on him.Once inside, she warned him coldly, โNot being able to speak is harder than you think. Follow if you want. Michael, are you sure about this?โEven after her warning, he kept staring straight ahead.She said nothing more and started the engine.Within half an hour, she arrived at Jonahโs mansion.Jonah came out to greet her personally. The moment Ivanka parked the car, Jonah immediately spotted Michael in the passenger seat.The sight of him stirred up bitterness in Jonah. Yet there was nothing he could do.Before Ivanka exited the car, she said to Michael, โWait here.โWithout glancing at him, she walked straight toward Jonah.Her attitude made Michael decide t