The Lockwoods

Charlotte, pushed to the front of her father, who sat in a wheelchair, by two men, wore a face filled with rage.

"The esteemed Mr. Lockwood is truly capable. He can even stoop to kidnapping in broad daylight," she said.

Upon releasing her, the men let her feet touch the ground. Despite being in pain, she stood resolutely.

James waved his hand, and the men departed. He coldly ordered, "Take a seat."

"No, thanks."

"Are you trying to annoy me?"

"I've already said it, my name is Charlotte Jenner."

"Even with the surname Jenner, you still have Lockwood blood."

"That's why I always feel sick. Why did you summon me here?"

"Why are you with Derik Miller?" He asked coldly.

"It's my business."

"What? Are you in need of money? Is that why you got pregnant by him?" He chuckled. "You fool!"

Charlotte glared at him, feeling judged by her biological father for associating with the wealthy for financial gain. Heh, how laughable.

"You didn't inherit any good traits from your mother, only the bad from the past."

Charlotte's eyes turned cold and she felt anger boiling in her

"Do you aim to marry into the wealthy class?"

Charlotte clenched her fists tightly, nearly drawing blood with her nails. Her whole body trembled at his words.

Approaching a small coffee table next to his wheelchair, she flipped it over, causing the tea set, coffee, and laptop to crash to the ground.

James Lockwood looked at her without flinching.

She stood before James and said, "People like you are unworthy to speak of my mother. You're too despicable. Never summon me to such a repulsive place again."

After her words, she turned and limped away, touching her hurting abdomen.

James warned coldly, "Immediately sever ties with Derik, leave the country now, or don't blame me for what I'll do as your father."

Charlotte stood still, raising her eyebrows, giving him an evil grin. "I've also inherited something from my mother—I don't take well to warnings. The more you warn me, the less I'll listen. Let's see what you can really do." With that, she turned back to face James. "Just wait and see. One day, I'll bring you down from your high horse. I'll make the mighty James Lockwood sincerely repent."

After leaving the Lockwood Courtyard, Charlotte sat on the roadside due to her stomach pain, the reminder of her miscarriage during the conversation weighing heavily on her. Tears streamed down her face uncontrollably.

In front of her, Derik gently poked her head. Through her tears, she saw his caring eyes.

Their gaze met, and she couldn't stop crying. He handed her a handkerchief.

Covering her eyes with the handkerchief, she said,

"The wind is so strong today, It makes my eyes dry."

"Yeah, it's strong enough to not even move leaves."

Embarrassed, she looked at him, choked with sobs. "Can't you be more gentlemanly? Shouldn't you say, 'Yes, the wind is strong?'"

"You're right; didn't I just say that?"

"You... How did I end up in the hospital anyway?"

"Your bodyguards called me," he said, raising his eyebrows.

"Bodyguards?" She asked looking so confused

"I had two men watching your every move after I found out you were pregnant."

"What?" Her brows furrowed.

"I didn't want you to run away with my baby."

"You..." She bit her lip. "You're really strange," she chuckled.

She managed to stand up. "I have to go now." He looked at her pitifully. "Why are you looking at me like that?"

"Do you want me to hug you?"

She was stunned. Did she want that?

Before she could react, he embraced her. "Don't say anything. I know you're trying to be strong. Cry all you need."

Speechless, she felt warmth in his embrace, warming her cold heart.

On the way, a Lamborghini passed by. The occupants were shocked to see them.

The Lamborghini returned to the Lockwood Courtyard, and Emily Lockwood quickly ran inside.

Spotting James in the yard, she exclaimed, "Daddy, I just saw that bitch. Do you know who she's with?"

James said coldly, "Emily, how many times do I have to tell you she's your sister?"

"Pfft, I have no sister like her. Dad, don't even think about making me acknowledge her or else I won't even recognize you."

"Alright, enough." James was annoyed. "Who is she with?"

"Derik Lockwood. They were together on the roadside."

James was displeased. "This girl is really defying me," he muttered.He couldn't believe he couldn't control her.

Derik wanted to take Charlotte to the hospital, but she insisted she was fine. He took her to his house and called the family doctor to check on her.

Vincent, in the living room, was shocked to see his brother carrying Charlotte.

Derik carried her to her room, and the doctor examined her. Vincent followed them in.

"Miss Charlotte will be fine; she just needs rest," the doctor said.

"What happened, Miss Charlotte?" Derik asked.

"Enough! Let her rest," Derik declared.

Derik left the room, leaving Charlotte to rest. In his room, he called his secretary.

"Investigate recent developments in the Lockwood family. Also, investigate Miss Charlotte Jenner, find out everything you can about her"