ANMELDEN"An overseas family's influence?"Jamie said, "The Roy family, and Marina's side."Sharon's gaze deepened."The Roy family... if I remember correctly, that's Chris's family, right? Thomas borrowed Chris's influence, yet Chris isn't aware?"Carmen and Chris were partners, but she had never heard Carmen mention anything about this.Carmen probably didn't know either.Since Jamie had chosen to help Sharon investigate, it meant he had already looked into everything thoroughly.Jamie said, "Chris is currently not in Marcentine. He's in Antarctica right now."Sharon was surprised."Antarctica?"Jamie replied, "According to my investigation, not long after Thomas arrived in Marcentine, Chris went to Antarctica. He still hasn't returned. From the looks of it, he's there on vacation. He even raised a group of penguins."Sharon asked, "When did Thomas start transferring his businesses?"Jamie fell silent for a few seconds."From the day he arrived in Marcentine."Sharon thought she
Sharon said, "If he doesn't want to tell me something, asking him won't make a difference."Wendy fell into thought."No matter how busy Thomas is, he shouldn't be unable to spare even a little time for you. Besides, you said he's been leaving early and coming home late because he's busy... Maybe the reason he hasn't touched you has something to do with whatever he's working on. "Sharon, do you want to investigate what Thomas has been busy with? What if he actually needs help?"Although Thomas had been acting very strange, neither Sharon nor Wendy believed that he had another woman. There was simply no reason for it.If Thomas wanted to fall for someone else, he wouldn't have pursued Sharon in the first place.Sharon hadn't investigated Thomas because she felt that secretly looking into him was a sign of distrust.But after hearing Wendy's words, Sharon also realized that she had indeed trusted Thomas a little too much. She didn't even know what he had actually been busy with.
Thinking about it, Sharon quickly pulled herself together again.She had also occasionally forgotten about an urgent piece of work. Perhaps Thomas really did have something important to handle.Sharon decided to wait until he came back to the room. Besides, she was off tomorrow and could stay up a little later.With that thought, Sharon lay on the bed, playing on her phone while waiting for Thomas.However, by the time her phone was almost out of battery, Thomas still hadn't returned.She didn't know how much time had passed, but she eventually drifted into a deep sleep.The next morning, when Sharon woke up, she discovered that Thomas was already gone.There was an unread message from him on her phone.Thomas: [Sharon, I have something to take care of today, so I left first. You were sleeping so soundly that I didn't wake you.]Sharon glanced at the empty space beside her.The bed was neatly arranged, without any sign that someone had slept there.Had Thomas really not come
Inside the box was a set of sleepwear as soft and thin as a layer of delicate silk.Although it was a type of lingerie-style nightwear, it wasn't one of those overly revealing designs sold on the market.Not only was it not excessively exposed, but it also carried a hazy, almost dreamlike beauty.Sharon felt that the designer of this set truly understood men.This kind of subtle, suggestive charm was actually far more alluring than simply revealing everything.Most importantly, the sleepwear didn't look too obvious or deliberate. It wasn't the kind of outfit where someone could tell at first glance that the wearer was trying to seduce them.In short, for Sharon—who was wearing something like this for the first time—it made her feel slightly relieved. At least it wasn't unbearably embarrassing.While Thomas was still showering, Sharon changed into the sleepwear.Her skin was already fair, and against the backdrop of the delicate fabric, it seemed to glow with a porcelain-like so
Even as the words exited her mouth, Wendy found them a little unbelievable.If this were any other man, perhaps it would actually be possible. But when it came to Thomas... it was absolutely impossible.Thomas had always believed in enjoying life while he could. Besides, he had never been the type of person who pretended to be a gentleman.Sharon rubbed her temples, looking somewhat disappointed."Maybe his feelings for me just aren't that deep yet? No matter how much he likes me now, it probably can't compare to how he felt before."Thomas had forgotten the experiences they had shared—their struggles, their life-and-death moments, and the years they spent relying on each other. Naturally, his feelings were different from before.Wendy thought for a moment before offering her advice."Since you've already decided to be with Thomas, then don't overthink it. Feelings are always mutual. Whether it was in the past or now, Thomas's kindness toward you has never been questionable. If
A week later, Sharon finally finished dealing with all the matters that needed her attention.She had already been acting as the temporary head of the family before this, so officially becoming the head of the family was merely a matter of completing the formal procedures.The Kalen Group's operational structure was extremely stable.Just as Thomas had said, although the Kalen family had been exposed in such a scandal, another truth had also spread throughout the public.Back then, Shayla had single-handedly held up Kalen Group through countless hardships.Now, everyone knew that after Shayla's daughter, Sharon, took over the company, she had pushed Kalen Group to an even greater height. Because of this, public support for Sharon only grew stronger. Kalen Group's stock price not only failed to drop—it actually rose.After working overtime with Sharon, Wendy handed her a cup of coffee.With a bright smile, she said, "Thomas is amazing, as usual. Every time he makes a move, it's a
Madeline and Denise took this banquet seriously. Facials, hair, makeup, and dress fittings had occupied their entire day.Denise was practically vibrating with excitement and couldn't contain herself."I heard Ginny's coming tonight. And even Victoria, the top socialite! Ginny and Victoria are my
The way Ginny saw it, Kelly had no sense of decorum.Yet Ginny's smile didn't waver. Her tone remained gentle and polite."I'm sorry, but that's a personal matter. I don't owe you an explanation."Kelly froze for a beat.Ginny's demeanor remained gracious, but her words carried a quiet edge."A
The stunning appearance of the four women caused quite a stir at the airport.Many passersby mistook the four for celebrities and pulled out their phones to snap photos.Aside from Sharon, the other three were completely unfazed. They had long grown accustomed to this kind of attention.Walking b
Victoria's lips curved with the faintest trace of a smile.Her outfit was understated but refined. A crisp white blouse, perfectly tailored, paired with a dark, flowing skirt. Her long hair was swept casually into a loose knot, a few strands falling gently around her ears, adding an air of effortle







