Nathan gripped Mila's shoulders before gently pushing her away. He looked intensely at her and said, "Why didn't you listen when I told you not to go?"Mila explained, "She probably has something important to tell you, so I left to give her the opportunity."Nathan sighed, "Paranoia is so terrifying. I was molested."Mila nervously touched his arms. Looking up at him, she angrily asked, "Did Fenna molest you?""Mentally, perhaps. Does that count?"Mila nodded and replied, "Yes.""So, you've caused serious consequences by leaving me alone just now. Do you realize that?""I'm sorry," Mila apologized as she cupped his face. She felt guilty, and her eyes filled with tears."I'm really sorry. I didn't know she would be so out of line. What did she say to offend you?"Nathan explained, "She said we were still attached, and she was afraid you would find out, so she asked you to get out with this excuse."Mila's expression suddenly changed. She couldn't help but curse, "That bitch, i
Mila didn't immediately accept Nathan's proposal. Instead, she feigned sleep. It wasn't that she didn't want to marry him. She simply couldn't commit at the moment.She wished to wait until Oliver was apprehended and Loretta had her vengeance before she could fully embrace marriage with Nathan. With Oliver still on the loose, she couldn't find peace.The following morning, the doctor arrived to examine Nathan. He ensured Nathan's wound wouldn't become infected before approving his release from the hospital.…Back at Hoffis Manor, Nathan rushed to Jasper's room, eager to reunite with his son after a month apart. As he embraced Jasper, he couldn't help but marvel at how much the child had grown in such a short time.Seated nearby, Mila observed Nathan cradling their child. She couldn't shake the feeling that the little one seemed tiny and protected in Nathan's embrace.Nathan's affectionate smile, tender gaze, and striking features painted a beautiful picture in Mila's eyes. Jas
"I want to take Jay with me. I want to feed him, give him baths, dress him, and sleep with him," Elio said."He's not a toy, Elio," Mila replied."He's more than just a toy. He cries, he laughs, he even makes cute little sounds," Elio explained.Jasper looked at Elio with big, round eyes and a toothless grin, then made a soft cooing sound.Elio laughed excitedly. "Jay made that cute sound again. He did it again."Then, he left with Jay in his arms. "Jay, let's go play in the room."Nathan quickly got up to watch over both children, ignoring his leg injuries as he followed them outside.Mila sighed helplessly, stood up, and followed them out.Tristan and Michaela were in the living room. When they saw Nathan carrying Elio and Jasper downstairs, they hurried over to help."Nate, your leg is injured. How can you manage carrying two children?" Michaela took Elio, while Tristan held Jay."This little injury doesn't matter," Nathan reassured, feeling that everyone was overly concer
Nathan smiled in response.Robert took the gifts for Nathan.Cameron approached Nathan, draped his arm around Nathan's shoulders, and patted him. Taking a quick look at Nathan, Cameron asked, "You doing okay?""Yeah, I'm good," Nathan replied.Cameron was still his friend, so he was polite.Fenna greeted politely, "Hello, Mr. and Mrs. Hoffis."Since Fenna and Cameron were Nathan's friends, Tristan and Michaela warmly invited them in. "Please, come inside."Cameron also quickly greeted, "Hello, Mr. and Mrs. Hoffis.""Hello," the couple replied together. "Come on in and take a seat."Mila sat on the couch, keeping an eye on Jasper and Elio. When she saw the guests arriving, she smiled warmly, but inside, she felt disgusted.Fenna had visited Nathan in the hospital the previous night but came to Hoffis Manor again, using Cameron as an excuse.Cameron approached Mila and greeted her, "Hey, Wanda, it's been a while.""Hello, Cameron," Mila replied politely. She stood up and moti
Michaela's sense of security had vanished during her years of confinement.It was only in Nathan's presence, as she observed the soldiers from the nearby military base coming and going, that she found solace.Meanwhile, Nathan ignored Fenna's question and turned to Cameron. "Let's head to the study. I have something to discuss with you.""Sure," Cameron replied, rising from his seat. He addressed Fenna, "You stay here with Mr. and Mrs. Hoffis in the living room. I need to talk to Nate."Fenna nodded with a smile. Her eyes fixed on Nathan as she replied, "Got it. You guys go ahead."As Nathan and Cameron disappeared into the study, Fenna's gaze wandered around the living room. "Your house is incredibly spacious and elegant, Mr. and Mrs. Hoffis."Michaela and Tristan exchanged glances, feeling uneasy with Fenna's presence."It's nothing special," Michaela replied tersely.Fenna glanced toward the second floor and asked, "How many maternity nurses does Jay have?""We have two mat
Fenna's face darkened as she questioned, "So, Nate and Wanda sleep together?"Robert's smile vanished in an instant. He regarded Fenna with disbelief, wondering if she was out of her mind.Fenna quickly clarified, "They didn't sleep together during their time at the military base."Robert's expression hardened. "Ms. Hudson, if you'll excuse me, I have other matters to attend to."With that, he turned away to deal with his own affairs.…Meanwhile, in the study, Cameron's expression soured as he heard Nathan's words.He rested his head in his hands, his expression filled with concern as he spoke, "I know Fenna's had feelings for you for years, and she's always been devoted."I thought she'd eventually move on since you're married and happy with Wanda. I didn't realize she was so fixated.""I think it's time to consider professional help for her. Her feelings for me are becoming obsessive. It's affecting my life," Nathan said.Cameron turned to Nathan nervously. "Has she done a
Nathan and Cameron followed the sound to the living room, only to find it empty. They realized the noise was coming from Mila's studio and hurried over to see what was happening.The door was left open. The studio was filled with paintings hanging on the walls and some propped against the floor.Fenna crouched down, feigning nervousness as she attempted to lift a sizable painting from the ground. She said sheepishly, "Sorry, Nate. I accidentally knocked over this painting."Nathan's face darkened, while Cameron hurried to help Fenna lift the painting. Yet, as they lifted it, Cameron's complexion drained of color, and he stood frozen in disbelief.On the four-foot square wooden board lay a portrait painted by Mila, depicting her family of three. However, it was marred by splatters of black ink.Cameron's voice rang out in dismay. "How could you damage someone else's painting?"Fenna's expression fell as she gestured toward the spilled ink on the floor, explaining, "I didn't mean t
Cameron was frustrated and stamped his foot. "Why did you have to touch someone else's stuff? How will you fix this?""I can only pay a few tens of thousands at most," Fenna said firmly.A voice from the doorway interrupted. "Just leave."Nathan turned and saw Mila, looking upset and cold. He walked over, feeling sorry, and took her hand to comfort her. "Don't be upset, Wanda. I'll make sure Fenna takes responsibility for this."Cameron looked guilty and quickly apologized to Mila. "I'm really sorry, Wanda. Fenna accidentally damaged the painting. We'll compensate but can we discuss the price?"Fenna looked nervous, biting her lip as she glanced at Mila.To Mila, the painting held immense personal value. She respected Cameron and understood his concern for Fenna.Mila realized that making Fenna pay would burden Cameron, especially since they were government employees with modest incomes.Out of consideration for Cameron, Mila repeated coldly, "Just leave. There's no need for co