Staring at the movie schedule board, Tristan found himself unable to settle on a movie choice. It wasn't due to indecision but rather a mix of anticipation and fear. This outing marked his first and final trip to the cinema with his parents.Seeing him hesitate, Vivienne could not help but feel anxious. "Tristan, which one do you want to watch?"After being pressed by her question, Tristan snapped out of his thoughts and pointed randomly to an animated film. "Let's watch this one.""I'll go buy the tickets." Cedric glanced at the movie title and then strode toward the ticket kiosk.After a while, he returned with a popcorn bucket and an ice cream.Vivienne felt a little conflicted. "Tristan just got discharged from the hospital. He shouldn't be eating these.""It's okay, just eat a little." Cedric handed the ice cream to Tristan without even looking at Vivienne.Tristan stared at the ice cream in his hand, his lips slightly pursed. He suppressed the urge to cry and gently licked

Cedric tightened his lips, his wrist lifting the watch, his Adam's apple bobbing twice as he downed the wine in one gulp.Placing the empty glass on the coffee table, he rose, turned, and declared as he headed towards the door, "Stay away from Tristan until he comes of age."Just as he walked to the doorstep, a pair of arms suddenly wrapped around his waist, and Vivienne did so with every fiber of her being. "Cedric, I really, truly love you."Cedric did not expect her to keep clinging to him. His expression dimmed as he tried to pry the arms around his waist. But as soon as he lowered his head, he felt everything before him swaying.His look turned serious instantly. "What did you spike the wine with?!""You saw it yourself. The bottle was not opened, so how could I have spiked it?" Vivienne replied as her cheek and body's curves pressed tightly against his back.Cedric felt a warm sensation surge in his lower abdomen, and his face's complexion changed rapidly. 'Damn it! She act

"Daddy, are you going to send her away?" Releasing his fists, Tristan lowered his head. His long eyelashes shielded his eyes, but they could not conceal the sadness within.Seconds later, tears started rolling out of his eyes and onto his white shoes. "Can we wait until her legs are healed before sending her away?"As he asked softly, he knelt before Cedric.Cedric had intended to reach out to comfort him, but he had not expected this. Thus, his hand hung mid-air as he stared at his kneeling son.The more withdrawn a child was, the more sensitive and mature they tended to be.Cedric's frown deepened, feeling a mix of shock and heartache. "Tristan, do you understand what you're saying?""I want to watch her legs heal," Tristan replied.Cedric's eyes narrowed subconsciously, and every muscle on his face was tensed up. His thin lips pressed into a straight line.Seeing the change in his expression, the medical staff were too afraid to make a sound. They feared he might erupt in an

The fervor surrounding Vivienne's suicide attempt gradually subsided after half a month.Sophie continued her work as usual, maintaining a calm demeanor as if the suicide attempt was the act of a stranger. Apart from standard reports from the company's perspective, she seemed completely detached from the incident.Jeanna propped her arms against the desk, her eyes fixed on Sophie, who was engrossed in her work. "Sophie, what's on your mind? I'm almost dying of anxiety here."Every time she wanted to ask for clarity, Linda would vehemently discourage her. But there must be an explanation for this matter, mustn't it?What was more frustrating was Cedric. It had been so long, and he still had not made any statement. Before this, he had even come to Luxford Group to deliver Sophie's phone or ask her out in the evening. But now, he was nowhere to be seen."What do you need to think about?" Sophie lifted her head and closed the contract she had been reviewing. Her gaze was so crystal cl

Vivienne's smile froze momentarily, and it soon returned to normal. "It doesn't matter if Grandpa doesn't like Tristan. I still have this one in my womb. As long as Cedric is by my side, I'll just give birth to more grandchildren and eventually win his heart.""Then I wish you good luck." Sophie did not want to waste more time with her, so she got up, unzipped her purse, pulled out a few hundred-dollar bills, and placed them on the corner of the table. "Raising children is already expensive enough, let alone the hassle of getting them recognized by the Carlsons. I'll treat you to today's coffee."Vivienne stared at the bills on the table, her face contorted with rage. She gnashed her teeth and glared at the figure who had already left gracefully. 'Sophie, who do you think you are, being so proud? If I'm not destined to get Cedric, then you won't either."-Sophie stepped out of the cafe and walked steadily to her car, only to suddenly twist her ankle, causing her to wince in pain.