Along the way to the office, Leonel pondered why his father suddenly wanted to meet. Didn't they meet at the dining table yesterday? Or was there something to discuss about the office situation? As long as Mountain Pte was under Leonel's management, the founder, who happened to be his father, was free from the obligation to work in the office. It wasn't because he wanted to monopolize what his father had built.
As the only son of Grisham, he had responsibilities on his shoulders. He couldn't let Robby work forever. Indeed his father wanted to enjoy his old age by doing many other things. It was evident from how often his father and wife went on trips to other cities or even abroad to spend their time.
But that didn't matter. Besides, Leonel enjoyed business activities and the corporate world. He didn't have to run them just because he was the son of the company's founder. No, Leonel was not like that. He exerted all his abilities to expand Mountain Pte further.
Her activities resumed as usual. She was busy with a photoshoot session for one of the brands that played a role in elevating her name. She wasn't sick. She felt furious because of Chloe's treatment and the Grisham family's reaction, which gave her a headache. She could already anticipate Leonel's parents' rejection, just like in the past.Although Ester had tried her best to adapt and fit in, to be worthy of standing by Leonel's side, she had always enjoyed the world of modeling ever since she was selected as one of the winners of a favorite face contest in a teen magazine back then. She had set her ambitions from the moment she received that recognition.So, was her profession a problem for entering the Grisham family? Meanwhile, she wholeheartedly and sincerely loved Leonel up until now. The same feeling still dominated her heart, even though she felt hurt by Chloe's treatment and her lover's marriage happening right in front of her. It didn't matter, she thought. A
Chloe once had a dream, and it was beautiful. She was beside her husband, listening to music they both liked or whatever Leonel liked. They hummed along, enjoying the road with tall pine trees standing around them. Their route was wet from the rain and slightly foggy but very romantic to pass through. Their destination was around the Rhineback area or Ellicotville, where Grisham's luxurious villa waited for them to unwind and relax together.They held hands as they walked on the dewy grass in the morning. They felt the cool breeze that soothed their hearts and minds. And afterward, they spent time like a couple deeply in love, with loving words until their vacation ended.It feels like a lie if Chloe didn't want that to happen in her life. Each time she fell in love with a man, in this case, she fell in love with the right person. Her husband. Not someone else or someone else's husband, right? But why? Why did her husband extinguish that love until it vanished complete
Throughout Chloe's therapy, Leonel never failed to pay attention to everything that happened there. Every conversation occurred, including the interactions between doctors and patients and Chloe's communication. Everything seemed normal, and there was nothing suspicious. But why did Leonel's heart still feel like they were hiding something? Was it because his presence was too open, and they were acting regularly because of it?Ah, that could be it.Leonel seemed to have to resort to his second option of secretly observing. He agreed with his new line of thinking. Although he occasionally participated in conversations when Chloe was being spoken to by the doctor, including discussing her progress. It wasn't that Leonel wasn't happy, but why didn't his wife mention the progress she was experiencing? What? Oh my god! Did Leonel forget how he had hurt Chloe's feelings? Wasn't it normal for his wife not to want to share about herself now?In their five years of marri
She should be happy. She should feel victorious. And her heart shouldn't be in such turmoil like this. Instead, she was restless and unsettled, even though Leonel had just exited his room. Nothing happened—only a lingering silence between them. From the edge of the bed where she sat, Ester could occasionally see Leonel wanting to speak but holding back. The man also kept his distance from her, even though he was sitting on the sofa inside the room specially prepared by Chloe.What kind of wife was this woman he loved? Maybe not good, but bordering on crazy. How could she not be? A room almost the same size as Joshua's was given to Ester for free, even though she was supposed to leave. Frustration and anger dominated her, prompting her to call Rio and Sofi to pick her up immediately. At least, with them around, she would stay within a reasonable distance if they were to visit a bar later.She still had many plans for the next month. She didn't want to ruin them wi
What silly things did Leonel do after five years of his bland marriage? This is the first time he enters Chloe's room while conscious. There was no alcohol involved. He couldn't even imagine Ester's face while he made love to his wife. Leonel truly stepped forward and approached his sleeping wife. He had been standing at the slightly open bedroom door for a while now. Perhaps Chloe had forgotten, or the door needed to be fully closed, but it was an advantage for Leonel. He could hear all the conversations taking place.Feelings of anger, frustration, and regret kept alternating in his mind.He suppressed it all until he could get closer to his wife. He looked at her peaceful face, ensuring the blanket properly covered her. He also adjusted the room temperature to ensure Chloe's comfort in her sleep. And unexpectedly, Leonel pulled back the blanket Chloe was wearing. He slept next to his wife while observing the true beauty that Chloe Delilah possessed.But why c
Did Ester sleep peacefully all night? No, not at all. Instead, her mind wandered off somewhere and couldn't be redirected to things that made her happy. It always led to Leonel, who, for some reason, left his room. There were many questions she wanted to ask, but oh God! Why did Leonel treat her differently as time went on? Since Chloe's accident, Ester tried to stick closer to Leonel because it was a rare opportunity. Also, when Chloe, in Ester's eyes, foolishly asked her to join the Grisham family.She thought that with that permission granted, their divorce would happen soon. She could be with Leonel forever. She wouldn't have excessive worries about Leonel possibly turning away. But it turned out that the accident became a turning point where she became the threatened party day by day.Ester was not blind to seeing all of that happening around her.When she opened her eyes after struggling to push away all the things weighing on her chest, she immediately gr
Ester was used to having her meals prepared by her assistant. Anyone would do, including choosing clothes that she thought would fit her mood for the day, which she would wear. But if not, Ester would choose for herself. But often, she would wear what her assistant had prepared. After all, the assistant was paid to do their job. It would be pointless for Ester to pay them and still disregard some things.This time, her outfit was decent enough for a morning breakfast together. She was much better now and could control herself, unlike when she remembered the most detestable meal. She would do it if there were a chance to retaliate against Robby and Agatha. Oh, hasn't it already started? Where did she get that special ticket? So she wouldn't waste it. She would make the most of it. As much as possible to gain control over this house and Leonel. It would be pointless to control this house if she couldn't touch its owner or Leonel anymore. She couldn't let that happen to her.
A bad mood indeed affects a person's performance. Usually, it's best to step away for a while to restore the already damaged spirit when it's like that. Sit down with a cup of warm coffee, hot chocolate, and a few pieces of low-sugar toast. Remember the music playing softly in the background to soothe oneself and bring the mood back to a reasonable level. However, when someone has already done that but still hasn't regained their mood, the mood damage in their heart is too significant. That's what Ester is experiencing today. Since Sofi picked her up from Leonel's house, Ester has sighed deeply multiple times. Not to mention her tightly clenched fists, causing her palms to hurt from her nails digging into them. The glare in her eyes shows she doesn't want to be disturbed. There have also been murmurs from her mouth, indicating that her teeth are grinding against each other to hold back her emotions. Sofi knows that her employer's mood is terrible and has tried a few things to allevi