MasukLaurence said, “You know I don’t like eating that stuff. Why give it to me? I already said it’s for you, so just eat it. Women who eat more supplements usually have much better skin.”Laurence raised his head and looked at Noelle.She had followed him around, with ample wind and sun exposure, yet her skin remained excellent. Firstly, the skincare products she used were high-quality. Secondly, his Aunt Cheryl’s family was in the skincare business, and the products personally developed by them were especially effective. Countless wealthy ladies and daughters of prestigious families purchased from her.Every time he returned to FC Manor, he would ask Aunt Cheryl for some skincare products—some for himself and some for Noelle.Laurence cared a great deal about his appearance as well. He had been handsome and adorable since childhood, and he certainly did not want to become unattractive after turning thirty. So he paid close attention to maintaining himself, and whenever skincare produc
Serenity chatted with Callia for more than half an hour. Zachary became a little jealous and said from the side, “Babe, you’ve talked with our daughter longer than you talked with me. I’m going to say our daughter is biased.”Serenity gently pushed him aside and chuckled as she said, “Lil’ Pie, go rest early. Mom’s hanging up now. The older your dad gets, the more childish he becomes.”“Dad just can’t stand seeing you get along so well with us. He wishes you would think about him twenty-four hours a day.”After his daughter exposed him, Zachary said matter-of-factly, “Your mom is the one spending her whole life with me. Of course, I want her to think about me all day. Alright, stop chatting now and hurry off to rest.”Callia wanted to say it was still very early, but in the end, she reluctantly hung up the phone.Meanwhile, Laurence did not get home in Havenmill until ten o’clock that night.The villa he lived in was very large, and the courtyard was designed in a classical garde
Callia smiled and said, “You’re not old at all, Dad. You’re still very young. When I go shopping with you, people think we’re siblings. They can’t tell we’re actually father and daughter.“Mom isn’t old either. You both are still very young. Dad, don’t think about retiring yet. Work a few more years so Heath can get more familiar with everything before you retire.”Callia felt sorry for her brother. Once their parents retired, all the company responsibilities would fall entirely onto Heath’s shoulders.Although her father was already semi-retired, he still managed affairs and went back to the office for half a day at a time, which allowed Heath to take a breather.“Your big brother is already familiar with everything, and everyone trusts him. Besides, Xavier is helping him too. You don’t need to worry about Heath. He’s much more capable than I was at my age then.“I remember taking over the family business when I was around his age.”Zachary’s words carried both affirmation and p
“No matter how much pressure you’re under, it still can’t compare to Heath’s. Sometimes I really feel sorry for him having to shoulder such heavy responsibilities.”Callia truly felt sorry for her older brother. She said, “In a few years, when I’m capable enough to help share his burden, he’ll be able to relax a little.”Chase immediately said, “Callia, just do whatever you want to do. Don’t worry about Heath lacking help. The few older ones will go back and help out. You just focus on doing what you want.”In their minds, the older boys existed precisely to make Callia’s life easier.Since childhood, they had known their generation only had one girl, and it was their duty to protect her. Even if the sky collapsed, they would make sure it never crushed her.“I also want to do business. I want to become a domineering boss like Chloe.”Chase laughed. “You’re different from Chloe. Her domineering aura is something she was born with. You look so soft and cute. There’s no way you can
Every one of them loved sticking close to Callia.If Callia took Chester out to have fun, how could the other younger cousins possibly not follow along?Koben would definitely cling to Callia and refuse to leave her side.Callia was speechless.Chester said, “Chase, I think you just can’t stand seeing me happy. You’re jealous that I get to go out and play with Callie while you have to work and can’t go anywhere, so you’re deliberately saying this stuff to scare her!“Don’t worry, Callie. It’s fine even if they all come along. We all know martial arts, so we can protect you. The only troublesome one would probably be Koben.”Callia smiled awkwardly.She had said she wanted a summer vacation where she did not have to babysit kids, but she had spoken too quickly and mentioned taking Chester out to play. Once the other younger cousins heard about it, how could they possibly not want to tag along?By then, she would once again become the big sister in charge of babysitting everyone.
“You don’t have to be in such a rush to go back to the manor, either. In about two days, those cousins of yours will probably come over to visit for a few days. Don’t forget, Callie is here at the moment. Our cousins always go where she is during the holidays.”Chester pleaded, “Chase, what I mean is, can’t I have a relaxing holiday without any homework to do? It’s not entirely for our cousins.”Chase laughed. “I know, that’s why I’m telling you to stay at home. I’m the only one who’ll nag you about your studies here.”Callia finally chimed in, “Chase, you should stop scaring Ches. With his smarts, he definitely won’t fall behind as long as he studies hard once he starts middle school. He just went on break, so let him kick back and relax first.“Don’t put Ches through what Uncle Rowan endured.”Chester immediately bounded forward to hug Callia’s arm, smiling so very sweetly.“I always knew you would treat me the best, not like Chase. All he knows is to nag me to study and do my
“You’re not allowed to say you’re useless anymore. I don’t like hearing it.” “Okay. I won’t self-deprecate anymore. I’m an outstanding man.”Elisa said smugly, “Of course. There’s no doubt that the man I’m in love with is the best.”They spent some time together in the office before Elisa left as she
Brenda was terrified. She could not bear the thought of living another day as a house renter.She was broke. Her children faced challenges in looking for jobs. As they had upset York Corporation, no company would give them jobs or was hesitant for fear of retaliation from York Corporation.“Trenton! T
Alice held her son and kissed him several times, smiling. “Of course, he looks like me. I gave birth to him! His mouth looks like Clive’s.”Alice glanced at her husband and said, “He has both our features, but he looks more like me.”Clive said dotingly, “It’s better that way since I’m not as good-loo
Hayden pursed her lips and said, “Next year is far away. Things don’t always go as planned.” Quinn smiled. “That’s true. Nobody knows what will happen tomorrow. Nothing ever goes as planned.“Do you mind if we walk together, Mr. Queen?” Hayden thought about it and declined Quinn. She was blunt. “Ever







