It was 9:30 am when Chris finally got up from bed. Initially, Kathryn was full of energy, but now her fingers could hardly move. Chris scooped her up, asking, "Do you want to follow me to work?"Despite their long history together, Chris felt an overwhelming love, making the thought of being apart for an entire day unbearable.Kathryn mumbled, "No."She was exhausted. Chris might have engaged her in another round if she were to follow him to the company. She couldn't handle it at the moment.Chris said, "No, you have to go."Kathryn snorted, protesting. "I will help you get dressed." Chris left no room for Kathryn to object as he assisted her in putting on her clothes.Kathryn pouted the entire time, clearly unhappy. Chris playfully pinched her cheek. "Feeling tired?"Kathryn said, "I'm really tired.""Didn't you sleep through the night?""Seriously, how much of my energy did you drain?" Kathryn complained, her frustration evident.Despite Chris claiming to have let h

Kathryn could genuinely comprehend the emotions driving Jessica's decision to strike a deal with Byron. All Jessica wanted was for Kelly to wake up and for the person responsible to face the consequences.There was nothing wrong about what she wanted. She wouldn't regret anything that unfolded.However, Kathryn hoped Jessica knew the entire truth so that she could make an informed decision. Jessica said, "I'm working. Let's meet tonight.""Jessica, I have two important things I have to tell you right now.""I'm not interested!"Kathryn was rendered speechless. Jessica sounded resolute. It seemed like nothing else mattered to her except for Kelly waking up."Let Byron take Kelly away. I'm okay with it," Jessica added, leaving Kathryn struggling to steady her breathing. Kathryn said, "Don't you want to know who Kelly's father is?"The call fell into an immediate, tense silence. Kathryn continued, "Don't you have the slightest interest in knowing who your real mother is?"

Kathryn observed Jessica's intense hatred and chose to be straightforward about it—Kelly was Byron's daughter.However, there was a clandestine plan between Byron and Jessica unfolding at that very moment.The lively juice bar surroundings contrasted sharply with the sudden silence that enveloped Jessica upon hearing this revelation.Jessica's eyes narrowed as she stared at Kathryn blankly, demanding clarification. "What did you say?"Kathryn reiterated, "Byron is Kelly's father, and he is well aware of it."While Byron was privy to all the information, Jessica remained in the dark.Jessica grappled with confusion, unable to comprehend why Byron would make a deal with her without her awareness of the full situation.Jessica wondered if her ears were playing tricks on her. Still, Kathryn's emphasis on the topic cut through her like a knife, instantly snapping her mind into sober clarity.Kathryn asked, "Do you understand what I said?"Kathryn's words were crystal clear, plain f

Jessica's aversion to the word "mother" was only surpassed by the repulsion she felt toward Byron for his actions. With a visible struggle to control her breath, she handed him the phone, issuing a command, "Bring Kelly back to Sunshine Bay, and I will proceed with the deal."In that critical moment, Jessica prioritized her daughter over Krista without hesitation. However, the revelation that Krista was her mother brought not joy but rather a profound mix of hatred and disgust.Meeting Jessica's unwavering gaze, Byron briefly glanced and then looked down, stating, "You know you have to make a choice."Through gritted teeth, Jessica vowed, "I will proceed with the deal, even without Kelly."Her tone left no room for doubt—she harbored intense animosity toward Krista.Following her meeting with Kathryn, an indomitable fire of loathing for Byron flared up within Jessica. Her current mindset remained an enigma, as she presented an outwardly composed demeanor while negotiating the deal

Krista was teary-eyed.Jessica no longer had her usual gentle demeanor. Instead, an icy and perilous air surrounded her, proving both intimidating and suffocating.Kathryn, who knew Jessica like the back of her hand, ached at the drastic change."Jessica." Kathryn walked to Jessica and took her hand."What is she doing here?" Jessica inquired, her tone chilling to the bone.Her indifference cut through Krista like a sharp blade, leaving her heart in agony.Kathryn looked at Krista. Despite Krista's trembling resolve, she stood at a distance, unsure whether to approach.Kathryn suggested, "Let's find Kelly for now."The top priority at that moment was confirming Kelly's presence in the country.Upon hearing Kathryn's words, Jessica remained silent, withdrawing her gaze before turning away.Kathryn swiftly followed her.Krista stood still, staring at the retreating figures of Kathryn and Jessica, overwhelmed by a newfound sense of hopelessness.It dawned on her that karma w