"Uncle Aurum, we've met so many times, but today is the first time we've met Ivy, so of course she gets special treatment!" Joshua said., "But, you call her by her name, and you call me uncle... is that appropriate? She's my girlfriend," Aurum asked.Joshua thought about it and realized that he did not address her correctly.Should he change and call Aurum by his name too? That did not sound right either, it was awkward. Calling a grown man like Aurum as it was was excessive. However, Joshua could not bear to call Ivy an aunt. She was a fairy sister."What should we do?" Joshua looked conflicted. "Should we call her Aunt Ivy, or should we call him Aurum?" Nicole also fell into deep thought. "It's okay, either is fine. You can call us whatever you want. Aunt is fine, my name is fine, both are okay," Ivy replied. Joshua immediately shook his head. "No, it has to be Ivy, fairy Ivy!" "Uncle Aurum is just teasing you, don't take it seriously." Aurum deliberately had a straight fa
"I think your taste is somewhat weird. There are hits and misses."Aurum was puzzled.Joshua continued, "Natalie is really not good at all. She schemes, saying one thing to your face and another behind your back. I saw it during the time I lived at your house.""Your good taste, however, led you to pursue my fairy Ivy. Aurum, you must treat her well, you can't let an angel suffer!"Then, he quietly approached Aurum and said in a low voice, "You have a good eye for liking Mommy too."After all, Shawn was still around, so he could not let him overhear.After quickly finishing, Joshua pretended to cough twice. "No problem, no problem. This means that the best things come last. What came before was all about enduring trials of love, now is the time to reap true love!" he reasoned, sounding very logical."Yes, being able to have her is my fortune." Aurum nodded."You're more than fortunate, she's practically a fairy who descended from heaven to be by your side!" Joshua said, "When
"If you want to marry someone beautiful, then you better see if you have the skills to handle her!" Joshua thought about it and retorted, "So, did Mommy trick you?"Everyone was speechless."Even if you knew she tricked you, you would have willingly played along, right?"Joshua continued, "So by your logic, since Ivy is so beautiful, she must be the best at tricking people, right? Did she trick you, Uncle Aurum?"Shawn remained unfazed. He replied, "You'll understand when you grow up."Although Joshua's words were innocent, Ivy almost could not keep her expression in check. She was not as good as Shawn. Fortunately, Aurum was not looking at her, so he did not notice. After all, whether it was Ivy tricking Aurum, or Aurum tricking Ivy, or both deceiving the other, it was all about who could be more skillful and emerge as the true winner."Alright, alright, you two always end up bickering. What are we here for today, guys? Do you remember?" Gale changed the subject. Nicole an
"Yes, your child. Anyway, we have a boy and a girl in our family. No matter what gender your child is, there's a chance to become in-laws!" Gale said, winking.Ivy and Aurum smiled. He squeezed Ivy's hand, his thumb gently stroking the back of it. He seemed very much in love with her. However, the bitter reality of it all was known to Shawn, understood by Aurum, and deeply felt by Ivy. Only Gale was blissfully unaware.Aurum's home was especially lively today. The laughter and chatter never stopped. With Joshua, the cheerful one, brightening the atmosphere, and the presence of the obedient and sweet Nicole, time flew past quickly.Aurum and Ivy had also prepared gifts for the two children."Don't buy so many things next time. We have everything at home; there's no need to spend so much," Gale said. Ivy replied, "That's not possible. Today is my first time meeting the children, so I definitely have to give them gifts. Besides..." She looked at Aurum. "We are gifting them together.
"Bye bye!" Joshua was very shy at this moment. After kissing Ivy, he ran away, slipped behind Gale, and hid behind her with half of his head peeking out.He knew it was wrong to steal a kiss but he could not help it.Moreover, he pecked her on her face."Joshua!" Gale quickly pinched his ears.She was both angry and humorous, and did not know what to say.After a while, she controlled herself not to laugh out loud, and said with a serious face, "This is not allowed, you know? Joshua, there are differences between men and women. Boys cannot kiss girls casually.""But I'm not a boy, I'm a child."Gale was speechless.She could not hold herself any longer and wanted to laugh. His logic was sound. A kiss from a child on the cheek was truly innocent. Though, it was not encouraged behavior.She wanted to change it. Some things must be taught and cultivated from an early age!"Shawn, you need to educate your son." Gale directly threw the problem to him.Ivy said, "It doesn't matter
However, Shawn had always been impossible to understand. Ivy was also very skilled at disguising her true feelings. No matter, the main event was yet to come. People could act, but evidence could not lie.After getting into the car, Shawn glanced in the rearview mirror. From this angle, he could see Ivy clearly. She was looking in this direction, her eyes somewhat fixed, lost in thought.Shawn's keen sense of perception made him aware that Aurum could not have arranged this dinner just for the sake of it. There had to be another purpose. He hoped Ivy would be clever enough to protect herself, respond appropriately, and safeguard herself from Aurum as much as possible. Even if she had to abandon evidence, she must prioritize her safety.As the vehicle drove away, Aurum's home gradually returned to its quiet state. After the bustle, it felt empty again."I envy Gale even more now. Just seeing her marriage, I already thought she was incredibly lucky. Seeing her children, I feel like h
In the dirty and messy backyard of Sea City mental hospital, Gale Warm stared at the meat and bones in front of the stray dog.She had not eaten for three days and would starve to death if that continued. In order to survive, she had to grab food from the dog's mouth!Ever since Shawn Wood threw her here two years ago, the only thing on her mind every single day was to survive.The Wood family is the wealthiest family in Sea City, and Shawn was the heir to the Wood family, which made him the most powerful man in Sea City.Gale still remembered how Shawn Wood strangled her neck desperately, staring fiercely at her, saying, "I want you to suffer for the rest of your life. You won't be able to beg for death. You will pay it all back what the Warm family owes me!"The more miserable she was, the more satisfied Shawn Wood was.Two years ago, Shawn's father had a car accident and was seriously injured. He was sent to the hospital for emergency treatment due to his critical condition.
What?!Shawn picked her up with his big hands and threw her in the car.Gale retreated into the corner in horror. "Who are you going to marry me to... No, let me go..."She was a person, a living person, not an object to be sent around.He squeezed her chin and said, "I can give you to anyone I want. You have no choice."Gale wanted to cry, but she was afraid of annoying him, so tears were held back.Looking at Gale's clear eyes, which are full of tears, he felt a moment of pity.No, how could he be soft-hearted to the enemy's daughter, it's ridiculous!Shawn regained his indifference and tugged at his tie irritably.She grabbed hold of his shirt cuffs with her white and tender hands."Please, don't..." Gale's tears fell on the back of his hand. "Anything but that. Please don't ruin me like this..."This was her first time begging him, and she had no idea if it would work.Her voice reminded her of the woman from last night.There were some similarities!But... how could