Thaddeus didn't even look at the jewelry. His eyes were simply on Layla.Layla tried to take a photo of a ruby in a relatively high spot, but even when she stood on her tiptoes, she still couldn't find the perfect angle.Thaddeus bent down and picked the little girl up to let her take the perfect picture. Later, he carried Layla so she could take the pictures for the rest of the exhibition. He had a strange feeling, as if he was overjoyed to have the chance to show his paternal love.After taking the pictures, the two of them found a relatively secluded place to check the photos. Layla then swiped to the photo of the ruby and stopped. "My mother would have liked this ruby. It's a shame that she couldn't come. If she were here, she would definitely buy it home."Thaddeus raised an eyebrow. He also thought the ruby was beautiful and had delicate colors. If it was cut and polished, it could be used to make some beautiful pendants and rings. "Then, why don't I buy it?"Layla looked di
When the phone let out a beep, Layla put the phone against her ear. A minute had passed, but there was still zero response from the other end of the line. She pouted with disappointment. "Mommy may still be on the plane, or maybe she's busy."Thaddeus patted Layla's head. "Then, do you know where you live? I drove here, so I can take you home."Layla gave him a sweet smile. "My family lives in Jadeston Villa. Do you know how to get there?"Thaddeus raised an eyebrow. He knew a little bit about the wealthy neighborhoods in this city when he had been trying to buy a house. Jadeston Villa was a home developed by the Patton family's real estate company. They also lived there, and it was considered to be the best home among the wealthy neighborhoods in Hajera.At first glance, he could tell that this little girl wasn't from an ordinary family from the way she talked and dressed. However, he hadn't expected her to be from the Patton family."Layla, do you know Xander Patton?"Layla
Thaddeus said, "No problem. I'll keep it a secret."Soon, he safely arrived at Jadeston Villa. He got out of the car and opened the door for Layla. Then, he told her, "Don't lose the phone number I gave you. If Xander hits you, you must call me, okay?"Layla touched her pockets. "I got it!"However, Thaddeus was still a little worried. What if that scumbag attacked such an adorable girl?"Why don't you give me your phone number? Charge your smartwatch when you get home. We can keep in touch if you need anything.""Okay!" Layla grinned. She really had a great time at the exhibition. She felt a really strong connection with this stranger.Thaddeus saved Layla's number before taking her out of the car.Layla looked around and peeked inside the villa. There were some maids working in the yard. She sighed in relief when she didn't see Julia and Irene."I'm heading home!" She turned around and waved to Thaddeus before strutting into the yard.Thaddeus leaned against the car for a wh
Soon, the cleaners Xander hired had arrived to clean the villa. The three of them were so sad they had forgotten about their lunch.Charlie had already made a reservation at the restaurant, so they could have their lunch while the cleaners did their job. Jessamine gave them a bunch of instructions before leaving. At this time, Xander had already helped Gloria into the car.When Jessamine walked out the door, she was shocked to see the person outside.Shane looked a little more plump than he had been four years ago, but his fashion tastes were still the same. He was wearing some specially tailored casual clothes. Jessamine could tell that he had made them himself.Shane stared at Jessamine in confusion. He licked his lips, not knowing what to say. Everyone knew that Jessamine had died in that car accident four years ago. Thaddeus even made a tomb for her. Shane knew he wasn't looking at a ghost since he was in broad daylight. "Jessie?" he called out tentatively in anticipation of
When the Pattons returned to Elizabeth's villa, the people had already cleaned up the place. So, they decided to live in this villa during their stay in Zenville. At night, Jessamine called Shane as promised. He had already prepared the ingredients for a potluck. Meanwhile, Melissa was helping him prepare the food. When she got Shane's call, she quickly switched shifts with her colleague and drove to his home. She had suspicions about his claims. Four years ago, she had gotten the news that Jessamine died in that car accident. Thaddeus was depressed for a long time before he slowly recovered.Melissa thought Shane was joking, but he sounded so serious on the phone. He didn't sound like he was joking at all, so she had to see what was going on.When Jessamine called, Shane put the call on speakerphone.Upon hearing Jessamine's voice, Melissa covered her mouth, and her eyes were wide with shock. "Jessie, it's really you!"After a few moments, Jessamine said on the phone, "I'm
Melissa and Jessamine walked up stairs, hand-in-hand, acting like children who were inseparable.Shane, Melissa, and Jessamine sat down in the dining room. A pot of stew was boiling on the table, and not even the air conditioner could diminish the heat from the pot. But in particular, they were also feeling warm from excitement.After not seeing each other for four years, the three of them had a lot to say. They clinked their glasses together. Jessamine took a sip of wine and said slowly, "Guys, I've been living in Hajera for the past four years with my grandmother and my uncle's family. I'm doing very well. I'm sorry for worrying you. "I didn't contact you because I wanted to avoid Thaddeus. I was afraid that he'd find out about my survival. But now that he has found me, there's no point hiding from you guys anymore, and I can contact anyone I want from now on."Shane tightened the grip on his glass. "Thirsty Ted found you? Jessie, I need to tell you this. Do not forgive him, n
Shane noticed that Jessamine's mood was a bit subdued, so he stopped talking about Thaddeus. "Jessie, tell us about your grandmother. Why didn't we know that you had relatives in Hajera before? Is your grandmother and uncle here?"Jessamine talked about her grandmother's family and the unusual events that had occurred in Hajera in recent years.Shane suddenly remembered something he wanted to ask her. "Jessie, I heard that Colin was arrested for raping a minor recently. His company is falling apart without a leader, and many shareholders are engaged in a power struggle."You bought so many shares of Quilton Corporation back then. Aren't you planning to go take a look now that you're back?"Jessamine was so shocked by Shane's words that she dropped a piece of meat back into her bowl. She knew Colin was greedy and lustful. But she never imagined he could do such an inhumane crime, harming even underage girls."Was he arrested?"Shane nodded. "Yes, it happened not long ago. I hear
There are still two days until the expert determines a suitable day for moving the tomb.Some preparations need to be made during these two days. Xander had already found workers for the move.It had been four years since Jessamine had visited her mother's grave, and she felt anxious. After dinner, Jessamine went to buy flowers and took her grandmother to the outskirts of the cemetery.Elizabeth's grave was clean, with a bouquet of withered flowers on top, indicating that someone had visited not long ago.Jessamine's gaze fell on the nearby tombstone, and her heart tightened when she saw the words on it."Grave of beloved wife Jessamine"This was the grave Thaddeus had made for her, adorned with her favorite white roses, now dried out.Gloria cried for a while at Elizabeth's grave, and when she saw the words on the tombstone, she snorted. "Who did this? It's so ominous! Our Jessie is perfectly fine. Why is there a tombstone for her here?"Jessamine quickly changed the subject