Caroline gazed helplessly at his dignified and handsome face. Unable to find a way to break through their discussion about money, she decided to shift the conversation to a different topic."Aren't you concerned that Daniella would be hurt or angry if she found out about all this?" she asked cautiously, studying his expression.Regrettably, he replied with a stoic expression, "That's not your concern."*The next day at eight o'clock in the office, Caroline excused herself to use the restroom while Evan was in a meeting. She accidentally bumped into Daniella, who was washing her hands.Caroline quickly averted her gaze after glancing at Daniella, but Daniella smiled and remarked, "Ms. Shenton, you're quite dedicated. Coming to work even after being beaten up so severely."Caroline's hand stiffened. Was Daniella present that night? Could it be that Evan rejected the call because of Daniella's presence?With a composed expression, she replied, "Ms. Love, please refrain from me
Lily immediately went to greet him. "Mr. Jordan, welcome back." Evan handed his coat to her. "Where is she?" Lily replied, "Ms. Shenton just went upstairs. She didn't eat much. It seems like she's in a bad mood." Evan furrowed his brows. He hadn't even asked her why she pushed Daniella, yet she was already in a sour mood.Glancing at the nearly untouched dishes on the table, he ascended the stairs with a cold expression and knocked on the door without much emotion.Shortly after, Caroline opened the door. Observing the cold man standing outside, she asked nonchalantly, "Mr. Jordan, is there something I can assist you with?"Evan grew irritated at her distant demeanor. "Shouldn't you provide me with an explanation?" he questioned.Caroline kept her gaze lowered. "I don't know what you're talking about."Evan narrowed his eyes. "Caroline, stop asking the obvious and testing my patience!" However, Caroline chuckled. Suddenly, she lifted her head and stared directly at him. "W
"Wait!" Alex quickly stopped Caroline as she was about to end the call.He calmly lied, "Reuben can't make it due to some issues."Silence enveloped Caroline before she responded, "Alright, send me the address."Twenty minutes later, Caroline stepped out of the car at the entrance of Wild Sides.Both Alex and Lucas were waiting at the club's entrance, supporting Evan, whose head was hanging low.Caroline furrowed her brow as she approached. When she noticed the peculiar redness on Evan's handsome face, she confirmed that he was indeed drunk.However, she was just 170 centimeters tall. How could she support Evan, who stood at 190 centimeters?Alex pushed Evan into her arms and asked, "Ms. Shenton, did you meet the woman Evan has been searching for?" Lowering her gaze, Caroline replied, "Yes, I did."Alex smiled and said, "It's likely because of her that Evan resorted to drinking tonight, though I'm uncertain of the exact reason. Please take him home and take good care of him."
After settling at the dining table, Lily served Caroline a bowl of freshly cooked mushroom soup.Upon seeing the yellow and greasy layer on the soup, Caroline felt a wave of nausea wash over her.Overwhelmed by the intense feeling, she hurriedly made her way to the restroom.Lily was left speechless, witnessing the scene unfold before her. However, soon, a joyful expression appeared on her face.When Caroline returned, her complexion pale, Lily smiled and asked, "Ms. Shenton, is your period late?" Caroline weakly lifted the teacup from the table. "My period is never on time."Lily spoke up, "If my guess is correct, Ms. Shenton, you might be pregnant."Caroline's hand froze suddenly, and she looked at Lily in shock. "Pregnant?"Lily nodded. "Yes, I'll help you get a pregnancy test kit later. You'll have clarity after taking the test."Caroline managed a bitter smile. "Lily, Evan and I always use protection. Maybe my body isn't feeling well lately. It's unlikely that I'm pregna
"Abort it! It's revolting that you're pregnant with my child!"Caroline's ears were suddenly filled with a man's angry outburst.She spun around and witnessed a distraught woman clutching onto a man's clothes, tears streaming down her face. "Do you understand how harmful an abortion is to my body? How could you be so heartless?""Your body is not my concern!"Upon hearing those words, Caroline's mind flashed back to Evan's indifferent expression. She realized she was merely an object to fulfill his desires. He might not readily accept the baby growing inside her.Fearful of confronting the reality she had just heard, Caroline promptly switched off her phone. She needed to find a way to gauge his reaction first.After placing the report in her bag, she anxiously made her way towards the ward.When she arrived at Katie's ward, she composed herself before entering.Katie was in the midst of eating an apple. Upon seeing Caroline, she immediately broke into a smile. "Carol, there yo
As she approached the car, Reuben opened the door for her.Instantly, she could sense the chilling aura emanating from within.Her heart sank as she heard Evan's roar. "Get in!"Swallowing hard, she nervously entered the car.Before she could settle into her seat, he grabbed her chin, forcing her to meet his furious and intense gaze.He roared aloud, "Caroline, have you forgotten what I told you?"Her complexion paled as she tried to explain, "Evan, it's not what you think...""What is the truth, then?" Evan interrupted, his voice harsh. "Caroline, I believe what I saw!"He tightened his grip on her chin. The pain engulfed her, and she felt tears welling up in her eyes.How could she explain it in a way that he would believe? Or was it futile to explain, regardless of her efforts? What he witnessed was not the truth, but it seemed he wasn't willing to believe otherwise.He stared at her with his cold, black eyes, expecting her to submit and know her place.He had already mad
Caroline saw through Daniella's intentions, but she chose to ignore them. She calmly sat opposite them and ate her food.Daniella looked at Evan with a sense of awkwardness. "Evan, is Ms. Shenton unhappy because I'm here?""Just ignore her," Evan replied, extending his hand to pull Daniella down to sit beside him.Daniella obediently nodded and absentmindedly took a few bites of her food. "Ms. Shenton, I didn't blame you for what happened the other day. It was my fault for not standing properly."As she spoke, her eyes turned red. "Please don't be mad at me, okay?"Daniella's words were like repulsive meat in front of Caroline. She had to forcefully suppress her disgust, or she might have vomited.Caroline looked up at Daniella. "I'm not as petty as someone."Upon hearing Caroline's remark, Daniella clenched her fork tightly.However, she was remarkably skilled in acting. She swiftly turned her anger into pitifulness. "No, that's not true, Ms. Shenton. I didn't mean that. I jus
Caroline's weariness was instantly evident as she retrieved her phone and saw her father's call.Suppressing the pain in her ankle, she hurriedly left the kitchen to answer the call."Hello," Caroline's voice sounded dull."Why didn't you call me, Carol?" Bradley asked.Caroline replied, "You added my number to your blacklist because you were afraid someone would trace you through me. Did you forget?"Bradley let out an awkward laugh. "Yes, I forgot. Never mind. Where are you now?""I'm working overtime," Caroline responded.Bradley commented, "Ah, working overtime is good. You can earn more. Carol, do you have any money now?"Caroline tightened her grip on the glass in her hand. Did he care about nothing besides money? Had he forgotten so quickly that he left her alone at the casino the other day?"I don't. I used all my money to repay your debt!" Caroline's voice turned harsh."Even if you have a few dollars, it's fine. Don't you have anything?" Bradley grew anxious.Bitte