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Chapter 471

On the other side, the Shelton family had brought Seth to the hospital and was completing the admission procedures. By the time Declan and Emily rushed over, it was already done. Emily immediately threw a fit. "Where did you get the money? Where? Did you sell my villa?"Jeremy and Constance wanted to say something, but they held back. They'd bought the villa for Russell in preparation for his marriage, and he solely owned it. How was it Emily's villa now? More to the point, they sold it just so Seth could live longer, yet she wasn't willing to do it. It went to show just how selfish and heartless she really was. Jeremy and Constance deeply regretted their decision. They should never have let their hearts go soft back then. It was too late to feel this way by now. No matter what, Seth was the one who suffered.Right now, the Sheltons cared about nothing but using everything they had to treat Seth. If they would exhaust the entire family's wealth, only to fail at finding a cure

Chapter 472

Eleanor received a message at night. It was from Russell, and the content consisted of only two words—"Thank you."She looked at the message in silence for a while, then set her phone aside without offering a response. She believed Russell understood that she had no desire for further interaction, leading her to delegate the matter to the hospital director rather than engaging personally. She had only helped Russell due to their acquaintance—it wasn't necessarily out of kindness.She deemed it entirely proper for the Shelton family to liquidate their assets—house and car—for Seth's medical treatment. Though she didn't provide any financial contribution, she was able to provide medical resources that the Sheltons couldn't access on their own. It was a young life at stake, after all.In the quiet of the night, Eleanor smiled faintly as her phone screen continued to emit a cold glow.It was only much later in the future that she found out that the Sheltons had sold their marital home.

Chapter 473

Dexter and Eleanor were surrounded by a gentle night breeze following the kiss, both wearing expressions that were difficult to interpret.Eleanor was trembling all over. Dexter leaned in for another kiss, but she braced her hands against his chest, stopping him. Though she couldn't voice a single word of refusal, her resistance was clear. Dexter's gaze grew even more profound as he asked, "What's the matter? Didn't it feel good just now? You clearly still have feelings for me.""You're imagining things," Eleanor replied, turning her face to the side. Though she wished to appear unaffected, intending to dismiss it as nothing more than a kiss, her accelerated heartbeat and hastened breathing revealed her genuine reaction, causing her considerable embarrassment.Dexter inched closer, locking eyes with her as he whispered, "Do you still remember our time together, back when we were at Nebula Group? You know, back when Julian had his incident, we were both alone in the office…"He wa

Chapter 474

Eleanor fell silent, saying nothing for a long while.Dexter drank the remaining half of the chamomile tea before explaining, "There's actually another reason I suggested after the New Year. You see, Sawyer's homeroom teacher contacted me last week, mentioning his recent dip in academic standing—he'd fallen from first to fifth in his grade."Eleanor stated, "It's still highly commendable being in fifth place."Dexter smiled faintly as he gazed at Eleanor and explained, "Julian and I were always ranked first in school, never once falling behind. Sawyer is destined to take over the Hall family business, so he must strive for that same degree of outstanding achievement."Eleanor scoffed and said, "You ought to know that we're talking about Sawyer here. Why would you even make it about yourself? And frankly, I never noticed you being so exceptional; wasn't it all just thanks to your family's prior achievements?"Dexter set his cup down and said, "You ought to know that being born luck

Chapter 475

Sawyer looked directly at Eleanor, saying, "I just want you to have more choices in life, Eleanor—more than just the one you have right now."In that instant, the truth dawned on Eleanor, revealing the quiet compassion nestled in Sawyer's heart. Her heart churned with a complex blend of self-blame, a touch of comfort, and an elusive emotion that ultimately found expression in a hug. She seldom held Sawyer like this, recognizing he was no longer a child but an adolescent.Sawyer couldn't help but feel like he was enveloped in a gentle warmth as Eleanor pulled him into a tight embrace, much like the one Leah had given him when he was very young. It had been a long time since he felt such tender affection, though. His face was buried in Eleanor's embrace as he tried to speak, only to find himself unexpectedly choked with emotion.It was only after a long while that he finally whispered, "You should let me go to Eboris, Eleanor. I'll go and acquire the necessary skills, and when I retur

Chapter 476

Having concluded the kiss, Eleanor found herself pressed against Dexter's chest. Her gaze, through the paneled window, drifted to the tumultuous rain outside, a slight daze clouding her features. It wasn't a matter of loneliness, and she couldn't quite grasp the underlying reason for having afforded Dexter this opportunity.Though they had done nothing more than share a kiss, their dynamic had undeniably shifted.Their change in dynamic was marked by the subtle exchange of warmth. They didn't need to sleep together for emotions to stir. Though she wasn't a fiercely chaste woman, this felt unequivocally improper."What are you thinking about?" Dexter asked."I was just thinking that what we're doing right now isn't right," Eleanor replied.Dexter exclaimed, "In that case, so be it! Let's raise the children together, Eleanor. Then, once they're grown, we'll retire to a picturesque retreat, surrounded by nature, and live contentedly as husband and wife."Eleanor chuckled softly befo

Chapter 477

In the blink of an eye, the New Year quickly approached. Dexter made his way back to the Ziegler residence during New Year's Eve, noting that aside from him, the Zieglers had already assembled there.He had just taken his seat at the dining table when Julian started teasing him, saying, "Dexter has become so busy now that he has become the Hall family's live-in son-in-law. It's so much so that it's a rare sight to see him even during the New Year."Dexter picked up the glass of wine before him and drank it all in one go before turning to Willow, saying, "You should keep your husband in check, Willow."Willow smiled faintly and said, "I wouldn't dare to rein him in."Dexter concurred wholeheartedly, saying, "It is indeed true that Julian has always been a piece of work since he was born, with a mischievous streak unmatched by anyone! I've come to a clear understanding over the years that I was no match for him—but if you can't beat 'em, join 'em, right? It wasn't nearly as humiliati

Chapter 478

Dexter, however, had a fair amount to drink that night. The alcohol was taking its toll, leaving him feeling profoundly lightheaded and sluggish. In the end, it was Chase Driscoll, the chauffeur of the Ziegler family, who eventually assisted him up the stairs.It was silent all over, as all the older and younger members of the household were fast asleep, with only the pale moonlight illuminating the surroundings. Chase, cautiously guiding him and minding his footing, commented, "It seems like everyone in the Hall family turns in very early. It's only half past ten, and they're all sound asleep."No sooner had he spoken than he saw Eleanor standing at the top of the stairs, wearing her sleepwear with a dressing gown thrown over it. She had a TV remote in her hand, having evidently been watching TV.Dexter fixed his gaze on her, then shifted his attention to Chase, saying, "She has been waiting for me." Chase, feeling rather awkward about the situation, merely nodded respectfully t

Chapter 479

Eleanor was panting heavily in the aftermath. It was impossible for a normal person like her to be devoid of such physical desires, but she still couldn't go through with it. It wasn't only because of Michael but also because of what had happened with Maisie back then. It was something that she couldn't move past, making even the idea of being his lover, like before, impossible. In the most crucial moment, her aversion became so overwhelming that it made it utterly impossible for her to get physical with him.Having that thought in mind, her desires gradually faded.Dexter didn't force Eleanor either. He had only made that bold request because he was drunk. He, in fact, couldn't have actually gone through with anything with her in the Hall residence; he still held a degree of respect for Michael, after all. He gently brought Eleanor into his arms, his hand lightly caressing her dark hair through the dressing gown. His voice, blending with the night, was incredibly raspy as he s

Chapter 480

It was deep into the night, with the snowfall persisting. The accumulating snow on the pathways deepened, sometimes revealing faint tire impressions from those returning home. The delicate snowflakes fell in no particular direction, scattered and gentle, looking the same wherever they landed—pure and pristine white.In the middle of the night, Tina stirred awake. She sat upright, silently observing the snow falling beyond the window. She quietly crawled out of bed and walked to the floor-to-ceiling window, gazing at the ceaseless snow falling outside. She then stretched out her finger after a considerable amount of time and gently tapped the window. She still couldn't touch the snow, though.She couldn't help but wonder if one of those snowflakes was Michael, returning to check in on her. It wasn't likely, though, as snowflakes were white, but Michael's hair had been utterly dark when he'd left the world. It was neither her father nor her mother.Eleanor awoke to discover that Tina

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