Lahat ng Kabanata ng Kicking Him to the Curb: Kabanata 391 - Kabanata 400

"Enough!" Colin completely lost his patience and shouted, "My personal matters are none of your business! Go home!"With that, Colin turned and left, leaving Ellie standing alone in place. Watching Colin's resolute retreating figure, Ellie's tears flowed even harder.She clutched her chest, feeling waves of heart-wrenching pain. She couldn't understand why her son had become like this and why he would treat his own mother this way for an outsider.Colin returned to the villa, where Gwyneth stood at the door, looking at him with concern. "Colin, you're back."Gwyneth's voice was soft and gentle, like a spring breeze attempting to soothe Colin's frustration. "What about Madam Ellie? Has she left?"Colin didn't speak. He silently walked into the living room, sat on the couch, and lit a cigarette. Gwyneth then moved to Colin's side, gently embraced him, and rested her head on his shoulder."Colin, I'm sorry. It's all my fault for making Madam Ellie angry." Gwyneth's voice carried a h

"I'm not going!" Colin flatly refused. "I'm not going anywhere! I'll stay put at the company. Let's see who dares to oppose me!""Mr. Fuller, why must you be like this?" Riley sighed. "Going against the board of directors now won't benefit you at all. Please listen to my advice and go to the hospital.""I said I'm not going!" Colin roared again. "Stop trying to convince me! I know my own body! I don't need to go to any hospital!""Mr. Fuller—" Riley tried to continue but was cut off by Colin."Enough!" Colin said impatiently. "This matter is settled. I'm not going anywhere! Get those old fogeys from the board to come here. I want to confront them face to face!""Mr. Fuller, this..." Riley wanted to say more, but Colin had already hung up.Riley shook his head helplessly. He knew Colin was truly angry this time. But there was nothing he could do. After all, he was just a secretary and couldn't change the board's decision.After hanging up, Colin could no longer contain his rage.

The two sat facing each other, and ultimately neither continued speaking. Old City's night was gentle, like a thin veil softly enveloping this story-filled city.Aspen and Aren walked side by side through Old City's streets, feeling the unique charm of this place. They came to a secluded ferry crossing where the river was tranquil, reflecting Old City's lights in rippling waves. It was breathtakingly beautiful.Aren stopped and turned to face Aspen, his eyes gentle and deep with emotion."Pen, I have something I want to tell you." Aren's voice was low and tender, carrying a barely perceptible nervousness.Aspen looked up at Aren's deep eyes, an unusual feeling stirring within her. She nodded, indicating for Aren to continue."I'm sorry if this seems sudden, but I really can't wait any longer." Aren took a deep breath and finally spoke the words he'd kept buried in his heart for years."Since our university days, I've been quietly watching you, caring for you. Your every expressio

Ellie couldn't contain her anger and decided to talk to Colin first.After all, Aspen was Colin's ex-wife. Despite everything, they had once shared a marriage bond. Aspen had loved Colin so deeply before—surely she could be persuaded to come back.Ellie stormed into Colin's villa.She looked around but didn't see Colin. Her gaze was as sharp as ice-cold daggers as she glared at Gwyneth, who was sitting on the couch in a plain white dress."Where's Colin? Tell him to come out here and see me!" Ellie's voice was sharp, carrying undeniable authority.It was as if the entire villa was her domain and Gwyneth was merely an unwelcome intruder. Meanwhile, Gwyneth slowly stood up, her face showing just the right amount of vulnerability and innocence, as if frightened by this sudden burst of anger."Madam Ellie, Colin went to the company. Why... Why have you come so suddenly?" Her voice was soft, carrying a slight tremor.She was like a white rose swaying in the wind, appearing all the mo

"Mom!" Colin's voice carried worry as he carefully helped Ellie to the couch, only to find she'd lost consciousness and collapsed limply."Mom! Mom! Wake up!" Colin shook Ellie's body in panic, his voice filled with fear and helplessness.Gwyneth was also frightened by the scene. She quickly took out her phone and called emergency services.The ambulance arrived with sirens blaring. Colin and Gwyneth accompanied the paramedics as they took Ellie to the hospital.After examination, the doctor told Colin that Ellie had suffered a brief fainting spell due to emotional excitement and high blood pressure. She needed to be hospitalized for observation and rest.Colin's suspended heart relaxed somewhat, though he remained deeply worried. Gwyneth gently comforted him at his side, bringing coffee and water and showing him meticulous care."Colin, you've seen Madam Ellie's condition, and the doctor said it was caused by emotional agitation." Gwyneth softly advised, "Why don't you also list