MasukTyler balled up his fists in response."Mr. Manson, don't ever forget that you and my father were sworn brothers. Also, if it wasn't for my father helping you out when your company was in a crisis over a decade ago, you'd have lost everything you worked for a long time ago."Donald just simpered guiltily in return. He was about to say something when Tyler cut him off again."When my father passed away, what did you promise him? You told him that you'd take care of me and help me out. It's only been a few years since his death. Don't tell me you've completely forgotten about your promise."The recollection of his old friend made Donald sigh heavily."I don't want to turn my back on your father, but at the same time, I can't drag my family into this mess too. What am I supposed to tell my family if I end up losing all of the Mansons' assets and wealth?""Does this mean you don't plan on carrying out your promise toward my father?" Tyler asked coldly.Donald's complexion cycled thr
Adrian never stopped in his tracks. He merely replied lightly, "I'll happily oblige anytime."Stephanie stuck to Adrian's side the whole time. As she listened to his steady footfalls and felt his warmth flaring from his palm, she could feel the trauma of the past starting to dissipate slowly.Both of them soon got into their car, which cruised into the night. Tyler was left standing all by himself. Now, he looked more like a beast confined in a cage, for his expression was dark and his eyes were filled with hatred.Truth be told, he knew very well that it was useless to bark out threats at Adrian. But his rage and jealousy had caused him to lose his composure entirely. That was why he couldn't stop himself from yelling at Adrian.Although Stephanie and Adrian had left the area for quite some time, Tyler was still rooted to the same spot. He had no idea how long he had been standing there, but his rationality was slowly returning.He was very sure that Adrian would spare no effort
Tyler's mind buzzed loudly. He could barely stand on his own feet at that point.Of course, he knew that it was incredibly easy to check the authenticity of a marriage license. But he never expected Stephanie to check that, to begin with.Why would she check the authenticity of the marriage license she received, anyway?Could it be that…Tyler turned to glare at Adrian angrily. Was that bastard behind all this?It seemed that Adrian had been plotting to steal Stephanie from him a long time ago!"We're not even married! Besides, I already made it clear to you a long time ago that we've already broken up!" Stephanie stated firmly. "Tyler, can you please stop living in your delusions?"But Tyler acted as though he didn't hear her words. He just kept glaring at Adrian furiously."You! You must be the one who brainwashed Steph with all your lies! Adrian Hawke, you're a despicable bastard!"He rushed forward, only to stop in his tracks the moment he saw Adrian glaring at him icily
Adrian squeezed Stephanie's hand immediately as well. Their fingers were intertwined with each other, making them look very close and intimate.Tyler's eyes reddened even more at the sight. He was practically bursting at the seams from jealousy. To think that his woman dared to lace fingers with another man right before him!"It's getting late, Mr. Grover. Please stop disturbing us."Once Stephanie had spoken her piece, she moved to leave with Adrian. But Tyler quickly reached out to grab her other hand.The moment he was about to strike, Adrian quickly shielded Stephanie from him."Tyler Grover!" he snapped icily. "Stay away from my fiancee!""Your fiancee?" Suddenly, Tyler began laughing like a maniac. "Are you kidding me? Don't tell me you have no idea that Steph is my wife, Adrian! We've already received our marriage license!"He tilted his head so that he could look at Stephanie, who stood behind Adrian."Have you forgotten about that day, Steph? You were so happy righ
Tyler raised a hand to pat Kiara on the head gently. Upon sensing how gentle he was with her, Kiara's uneasiness faded away slightly. In any case, that meant Tyler still cared about her unborn baby.That meant there was still hope for her.Once Tyler was done comforting Kiara, he got up and left. After that, he hurriedly drove all the way back to the hotel where the birthday banquet was held.By then, the banquet was already over. Many guests had already left.Just as Tyler was about to enter the hotel to check if Stephanie was still around, he saw Donald walking two people out of the hotel entrance. Those people happened to be Adrian and Stephanie.Donald had a wide smile on his face as he spoke with the pair. Just then, a gust of breeze blew past the trio. Stephanie lifted a hand to caress her exposed arm. She seemed to feel chilly at the moment.Adrian wasted no time in taking off his suit jacket and draping it on her shoulders. She turned to smile at him in return.That
Even though Tyler never told Hank anything, it was impossible for the latter not to be able to put a finger on what happened after seeing this situation."Isn't she your sister? Aren't you two… related by blood?""No," Tyler rasped out. "My family took Kiki in. We're not bound by blood.""B-But… aren't you and Stephanie… wait, I mean Ms. Ford…" Hank was already stammering by then. He had no idea how to voice his thoughts coherently.It turned out that Tyler and Kiara were in a messy relationship this whole time. Was that why Stephanie broke up with him?No… Kiara was even pregnant now. Her relationship with Tyler was more than just "messy", that was for sure!Tyler could only pinch the spot between his brows tiredly.If he had severed all ties with Kiara back when he just started dating Stephanie, would things turn out differently now?He never doubted Stephanie's love for him. Even if she never told him that she was the Ford heiress, he knew very well that she had her reason







