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“Your time belongs to me now.”
Joe’s deep, seductive voice made Skylar’s heart race, tempting her to surrender completely.
Skylar swallowed hard, and her eyes drifted from his damp hair to his chiseled features that were capable
of captivating any woman,
“You-
Before Skylar could utter another word, Joe silenced her with a passionate kiss, causing her phone to slip
from her hand.
Tonight, Joe was different- he was more intense and more insistent. It was overwhelming.
With tears in her eyes, Skylar had to call Joe “darling” countless times before he finally let her rest.
Feeling satisfied, Joe held her in his arms as they fell asleep.
As she drifted off, Skylar thought about the clients on Amazon she hadn’t replied to. She hadn’t informed them that she’d get back to them tomorrow.
However, she had no energy left; she didn’t even know where her phone had fallen.
Joe had been too relentless tonight. Skylar vowed to protest with him tomorrow.
Samuel and Maisy were taking care of Sadie at the hospital tonight. Peter and Kenny would then have to take over the next day.
Meanwhile, Jeffrey had to deal with various issues at work. Initially, Kenny had been supposed to stay with Maisy but hadn’t been able to get time off.
The hospital was quiet at night, but Sadie’s room was far from peaceful. She kept crying out in pain even
when in sleep.
Throughout the whole night, Sadie’s sleep had been restless and plagued with nightmares. She kept wailing and shouting that she couldn’t live without her legs.
Sadie’s restless night took its toll on Samuel and Maisy, leaving them tense and exhausted.
“Skylar still isn’t answering her phone? Samuel asked.
Maisy nodded. “I’ve had some of my friends call her too, but she’s not picking up. She probably knows we’re trying to reach her and is avoiding us.”
The companion beds were tiny. They were in a single–room ward, so the two additional companion beds only made the space feel cramped.
The scent of disinfectant added to their discomfort.
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“This is unacceptable. We need Skylar here. She’s neglected her duty as a daughter for too long. How can she ignore Mom at a time like this?
“I thought Skylar was just throwing a tantrum yesterday, but it turns out she really doesn’t care about Mom. I have to make her come.” Samuel’s voice was laced with frustration as he spoke from his narrow
bed.
Samuel was fed up with the cramped bed and was determined to make Skylar come.
Maisy was equally frustrated by Sadie’s painful cries. She needed Skylar’s help with Sadie. She also
needed Skylar to delete the video.
If Christopher hadn’t given her the video, who had?
She had heard that Christopher had been doing quite well recently. Despite losing his job, he was spending her money recklessly. Just the thought of it made her seethe.
“Samuel, I don’t think she’ll come, no matter how hard we try. She’s determined to cut ties with us. Given Mom’s condition now, she wants nothing to do with us. She doesn’t care about Mom like we do.” Maisy
sighed.
Samuel frowned deeply. “Is she out of her mind? She knows she has no blood relation to the Sullivan family, yet she sticks with them.”
Suddenly, an idea struck him. Samuel added, “Listen, Maisy, I didn’t mean you. You’re nothing like Skylar. You’re the baby sister we’ve always protected. You’re irreplaceable. You can’t go anywhere else.”
“I know. You guys are my real family. To me, you’re like my biological brothers. I don’t care about the Sullivans,” Maisy nodded earnestly.
Samuel smiled. “Exactly! Alright, let’s get some sleep. I need to come up with a way to force Skylar to step up. She has to take care of Mom.
“And Mom will need someone by her side when we head back home. No matter what, Skylar has to come
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Steven had just clocked in for work and was about to sit down when Kenny approached him, looking worn -out. Steven just couldn’t seem to like Kenny.
“What do you want?” Steven asked after glancing up at Kenny.
Kenny’s eyes were bloodshot, a sign that he hadn’t slept well last night.
“I’ve taken a leave from work. Starting today, I’ll be coming in every other day,” Kenny announced.
Steven’s patience was wearing thin. “Why do I need to know this?”
“Of course you have to! Do you know why I had to take leave? My mom was in a car accident and had her legs amputated.
“She’s bedridden and needs constant care now. But Skylar only came to the hospital on the day of the surgery and then vanished. We can’t reach her at all,” Kenny said, his voice rising in frustration.
A car accident and an amputation? Steven was taken aback. “Your family’s issues are not my concern.”
“How is it not your concern? Skylar is your sister, too. She’s my mom’s biological daughter.
“She should be by my mom’s side now and taking care of her wholeheartedly. Instead, she disappeared without a word.” Kenny said while his frown deepened.
Steven sneered. “You’ve never treated Skye like your family before. But now that there’s trouble, you want to guilt–trip her? Do you even have the right to do that?
“It’s yours and your siblings‘ responsibility to care for your mom. If Skye chooses to help, it’ll out of kindness. And if she doesn’t, it’s perfectly reasonable.”
“But we all have jobs and can’t spare the time. Only Skye- Kenny began to argue.
Steven’s expression turned grim because of Kenny’s brazen entitlement.
He continued, “Skye has a great job, and her job is better than any of yours, I’d say. Just because your family is out of touch with reality, don’t assume everyone else is as clueless.
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“If you have nothing else to I have work to do.”
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Instinctively, Kenny denied, “She can’t possibly compare-”
He stopped short, realizing the truth. The Williamses had always seen Skylar differently. In their eyes,
Skylar was of a lower status.
They had dismissed her as increasingly insignificant. No matter how much she contributed–it was always overlooked, as if that were the norm.
This sudden realization hit Kenny hard. His muscles became tense with the new awareness. Stiffly, he
turned and left.
Steven watched Kenny leave with a cold expression. “Shameless.”
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He knew Skylar was on vacation and now felt even more protective of her after knowing the Williams family’s despicable intentions.
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The next morning, Skylar woke up to find it was already past ten o’clock, and Joe had left.
After showering and getting dressed, she searched for her phone on the bed, only to find that it had fallen
to the floor.
Joe had left her a message. He had left at 7:00 am and instructed her to call the hotel’s butler for
breakfast.
He’d also mentioned that he had arranged for Paul to accompany her today, emphasizing that it wasn’t
safe for a woman to travel alone.
Skylar sighed. Fine, if he said it wasn’t safe, she’d go along with it.
After breakfast, Paul knocked on the door while holding a printed itinerary.
“Ms. Sullivan, I’ve prepared an itinerary for today. It includes detailed descriptions. Take a look and choose the schedule that you like, Paul said.
Skylar was genuinely impressed as she reviewed the documents.
Such
professionalism!” she praised Paul.
“Thank you. I have a knack for making sure everything goes perfectly,” Paul said, feeling a bit proud.
Given Joe’s instructions to ensure Skylar had a great time, Paul was determined to make it happen. Skylar and Paul spent the entire day visiting several places. Paul even took a professional camera and helped take photos that could rival those of a professional photographer.
As Skylar looked through the photos on the camera, she praised Paul again. “These are amazing.”
Paul’s skills were truly impressive. Even Joe would have to acknowledge him as a master photographer. At dinner, they discussed their plans for the next day.
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However, Joe hadn’t been part of the plan at all, and neither Skylar nor Paul had noticed.
Nearby diners were whispering about how perfect Skylar and Paul looked together, mistaking them for a couple.
Joe arrived just in time to catch the scene and hear the comments. His eyes turned colder than a Jipsburg winter.
Paul felt a chill down his spine and was about to ask the restaurant to adjust the air conditioning when he saw Joe.
Was Joe the one giving him that icy glare?
“M–Mr. Martin…” Paul stammered. Had he done something wrong? He had made sure that Skylar had a fantastic day.
Upon hearing Paul’s greeting, Skylar immediately looked up to see Joe. His expression was stern and cold, which was typical for him.
The restaurant was cramped, crowded, and noisy. Skylar figured it must have made Joe uncomfortable.
“Have you eaten?” she asked,
Joe walked over and sat beside Skylar, but his demeanor was slightly tense. “No.”
Paul sensed the tension and quickly said, “1… I just remembered I have some work to finish. Mr. Martin, I’ll skip dinner and head back to the hotel now.”
Paul didn’t want to risk indigestion from the overwhelming tension. Judging by the murderous look Joe had given him earlier, he was clearly in a foul mood.
Paul was practically tingling with anxiety.
“Okay,” Joe agreed.
With that, Paul swiftly made his exit, not wanting to be the third wheel or face Joe’s wrath any longer.
Skylar couldn’t help but laugh at the sight of Paul scurrying away. Was Joe really that intimidating?
“Did you have fun today?” Joe asked.
“Yes, a lot! Mr. Ziegler did an awesome job planning, and we took so many photos, Skylar said between bites. She was famished after a long day of activities.
Joe glanced at the dishes on the table. They appeared plain and unremarkable, but Skylar seemed to enjoy them.
It seemed like Paul knew her taste well. Joe pursed his lips thoughtfully.
“The chicken is really tender. You should try it,” Skylar said. She noticed that Joe hadn’t eaten much and recommended her favorite dish of the evening.
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Some of the iciness in Joe’s demeanor melted away as he picked up his cutlery and took a bite. The flavor was decent.
“I’m not very hungry. You go ahead and eat. I’ll wait for you.”
Skylar nodded and resumed eating. Joe seemed a bit off today.
She glanced at the modestly presented dishes. They tasted surprisingly good, even if they weren’t
something she’d craved every day.
While Skylar enjoyed her meal, Joe picked up the camera Paul had left behind and started scrolling through the photos.
Seeing how Skylar looked radiant–almost like a fairy in the pictures–softened his expression. However, his tongue pressed against the roof of his mouth in contemplation.
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“Mr. Ziegler’s photography skills are on par with a professional’s. We’ve already planned tomorrow’s itinerary.
“He mentioned a grove of coconut trees that’s supposed to be stunning for photos. I’m so excited for it,” Skylar said as she noticed Joe browsing through the camera.
Joe raised an eyebrow. So, they’d planned everything without him? The itinerary sounded delightful, and the photos were excellent, but he’d clearly been excluded.
“You…is something bothering you?” Skylar asked, puzzled by Joe’s stern expression.
Joe’s voice was cold and distant. “Nothing.”
Skylar didn’t press further and remained silent. For now, enjoying the meal seemed more important than solving any of the mysteries.
20 minutes later, they finished dinner and got into an MPV. Joe was unusually silent during the ride, and Skylar wisely chose not to initiate conversation.
She needed to catch up on her Amazon orders, especially those left unhandled from the previous night.. But halfway through, she felt a sharp pain in her stomach. Sweat beaded on her forehead.
Joe noticed her unease immediately. “Are you feeling unwell?”
“My stomach hurts… I need to use the restroom,” Skylar’s voice trembled with pain.
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She couldn’t discern whether it was food poisoning or traveler’s diarrhea. But whatever it w desperately needed a bathroom.
Joe instructed the driver to stop at a nearby hotel and quickly booked a room. Skylar rushed to the bathroom and couldn’t get up for half an hour.
When she finally got out of the bathroom, her face was pale, and she looked utterly drained.
“Let’s go to the hospital,” Joe said while supporting Skylar. He had already called ahead to inform the hospital that they were coming.
Skylar nodded weakly, feeling feverish and light–headed.
An hour later, Skylar was lying in a hospital bed, receiving an IV drip. Her fever and stomach issues left
her in a daze.
Seeing Joe by her side, she felt a pang of guilt. “I’ll be fine on my own. It’s already 11:00 pm. You should go back to the hotel and rest Skylar murmured.
Joe looked at her intently, as if assessing something.
“No need. I can rest here.” His voice was cold, but his actions were surprisingly heartwarming.
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He settled into a small couch, his long legs awkwardly fitting into the space. Though this hospital was one of the best in Korel City, it still lacked amenities.
“Thank you,” Skylar whispered.
Skylar didn’t have the energy to say anything more. She thought to herself that she would repay his kindness by caring for him if he ever got sick in the future.
As she drifted into a fitful sleep, she heard Joe taking a phone call outside. He was probably being
mindful not to disturb her.
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In the faint distance, Skylar seemed to hear Joe say, “It’s not me; it’s my wife. Don’t worry, she’s resting. Come tomorrow instead.”
As she drifted off, Joe’s mention of “wife” made her heart skip a beat.
Joe returned to the ward after ending the call.
He frowned deeply when he saw that Skylar’s face was still drained of color, even though she’d been on an IV for over half an hour. Why was she still so ghostly pale?
He stepped out again to get a doctor. “Her condition doesn’t look good. Get the head physician over here,
he instructed promptly.
The doctor on shift hurried to get the head physician, who quickly checked on Skylar.
Finding Skylar deeply asleep with stable vital signs, he reassured Joe, “Her condition isn’t too severe. She’s already receiving fluids now.
“By tomorrow morning, she should be ready to leave the hospital. It’s likely just traveler’s diarrhea and some indigestion issues. She should bounce back with proper rest and diet.”
Joe frowned. Although the head physician said everything was fine, he didn’t see Skylar’s condition improving
“Shouldn’t we run some more tests?” he asked.
The head physician sighed lightly. “It’s not necessary for now. Rest is what the patient needs most right now. With enough rest, she should recover quickly.”
Just then, Paul rushed over in a panic. He stood hesitantly at the door, especially after seeing Joe’s serious expression while talking to the doctor.
Paul was in great dismay. He had eaten at that restaurant many times before and had never heard of anyone getting diarrhea. Today, even though they had eaten some food outside, it was all very common.
After the doctor left, Joe glanced at Paul, who was standing outside the ward.
Paul’s heart raced even faster. “Is Ms. Sullivan okay? Did the doctor say what caused her fever and diarrhea?”
“Traveler’s diarrhea combined with acute gastroenteritis,” Joe replied gravely.
“Is it that serious?” Paul widened his eyes and peered inside. After seeing Skylar’s pale face, he felt regretful. “I should have planned a lighter schedule for today.”
Joe raised an eyebrow and glanced at Paul. “You have good photography skills. Did you study it before?”
Paul was honest. “I learned it before to impress my girlfriend in college. She loved taking pictures.”
“You’re talented. Just don’t take any more pictures.” Joe’s voice had a slight edge to it.
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Paul’s eyes widened as he realized in hindsight that Joe was jealous.
“If the boss says no more pictures, then no more!” he quickly assured.
Joe waved him off. “Go.”
“Got it!” Paul felt fortunate that Joe hadn’t blamed Skylar’s illness on him. He wouldn’t have known how to explain it otherwise.
After Paul left, Joe leaned back on the couch with his gaze settled on Skylar.
She slept deeply, even when the doctor or Joe approached. Although usually resilient, she now seemed fragile and vulnerable. It evoked his sympathy.
Suddenly, Skylar’s phone rang. Joe walked over and picked it up. He raised an eyebrow as he saw an unknown number without a name or ID.
Then, he stepped outside and answered the call.
“Skylar! If you don’t come back right now, don’t blame me for disregarding our sibling bond! Do you can escape?
you think
“It’s not too late if you come back now. So get back now, or I’ll make sure you regret it! Otherwise, don’t blame me for being ruthless, even to my own sister!”
Samuel’s threatening words came through loud and clear. Joe could even feel Samuel’s arrogance piercing through the phone.
“What are you planning to do to Skylar?” Joe’s voice was cold with a chilling edge.
Did the Williams family still have the energy to do so much now?
“Who are you? The boy toy Skylar found?” Samuel asked.
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Samuel speculated that Skylar had started avoiding his calls now and made her boy toy answer.
But from what Samuel heard through the phone, the man’s volce didn’t sound like it belonged to a boy toy. It held enough authority to make Samuel’s heart skip a beat when he was questioned.
“Tell me, what do you intend to do with Skylar?” Joe’s voice grew colder and more intense.
Samuel frowned. He couldn’t help but admit that this boy toy was good at playing tough despite his charm with women.
With brimming arrogance, Samuel replied, “I have a hundred ways to make her kneel before us. I suggest you leave her quickly
“What can you do when she runs out of money to keep you? Aren’t people like you just after money? Leave now and give her the phone so I can talk to her.”
These men who lived off women sure had guts!
“Which brother of hers are you?” Joe asked.
“I’m her third brother! At home, she fears me the most and has to listen to me. Let me tell you, she does
everything I want at home to please me.
“But no matter what she does, I find fault with it! I just can’t stand the sight of her.” Samuel took the
chance to vent his emotions.
Their family was in turmoil now, but not only was Skylar keeping a boy toy around, but she was also living so luxuriously. Skylar didn’t deserve it at all!
Earlier, Skylar’s life had revolved around the Williams family, but now that they were in trouble, she kept
her distance.
Samuel had expected the phone to be handed over to Skylar, but instead, he was hung up on. When he tried calling back, he couldn’t get through.
Outside the ward, Joe called Paul. “Find out who Skylar’s third brother in the Williams family is.”
A few minutes later, Paul called back.
“I’ve got the details. Ms. Sullivan’s third brother is Samuel Williams, a celebrity in the entertainment industry. His acting skills are average, though, and he pales in comparison to Charles from the Sullivan family,” Paul reported.
Joe was about to light a cigarette but remembered he was in a hospital and dropped the idea.
His voice turned icy. “Make sure he can’t stay in the entertainment industry.”
“Got it. I’ll handle it right away!” Paul’s spirits lifted.
Had Samuel done something to anger Joe? Otherwise, Joe wouldn’t have issued such an order. Samuel
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was really asking for trouble!
“Also, find out what’s currently going on with the Williams family.”
“Alright!”
A few minutes later, Paul reported, “Mr. Martin, Mrs. Williams was in a car accident, and both her legs were amputated.”
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Williams Group was on the brink of collapse, and now this had happened. Who knew what trouble might. arise in the future if they found out that Joe and Skylar were actually married?
But while others might be intimidated, Joe wouldn’t. The problem lay with the Williams family.
Joe raised an eyebrow and leaned against the door while looking into Skylar’s ward.
Skylar must’ve known about the incident, yet she hadn’t said a word to him.
She hardly ever mentioned how the Williams family treated her. If it hadn’t been for that call just now, Joe. might never have known what she had endured in the Williams family.
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Janine was on the night shift at the hotel when Maisy called. She had mixed feelings toward Maisy.
“Mom, it was my fault. I regret leaving home after saying those things. I shouldn’t have been so impulsive, “Maisy admitted.
Despite Maisy’s contrite words, Janine had started to distrust her.
Janine’s response was cool and measured. “Realizing your mistake is a good start. You can’t rush with things. Time will tell.”
After all, people’s true nature revealed itself over time.
Maisy rolled her eyes in impatience. What did time have to do with anything?
“Mom, something happened with the Williams family. I’m scared and lost. I don’t know who to talk to. I don’t know what to do…” Maisy’s voice cracked with helplessness as she sobbed.
Janine sighed. “What happened?”
Janine wasn’t too surprised. With the Williamses‘ demeanor, trouble was bound to happen.
After some contemplation, Maisy said, “My mom was in a serious car accident. She had both legs amputated. Now she’s bedridden.”
Janine was taken aback “Such a serious accident?”
“Yeah, she’s been in denial ever since her surgery. We’re devastated. Skylar went to the hospital that day. but then left. Mom really wants to see her, but we can’t reach her.
“Mom, can you please help us contact her and ask her to come to the hospital?” Malsy pleaded.
Maisy’s motives became clear–since no one else could reach Skylar, she was sure Janine could help.
She understood she needed to get Janine’s support to convince Skylar to delete the video so she could stop threatening her.
Janine frowned. “Skye has been busy these days. Besides, this is Skye’s matter. I can’t help you convey anything. You should contact Skye yourselves.”
In Janine’s eyes, Skylar was so kind–hearted. She wouldn’t have distanced herself from the Williams family without a good reason or some unknown issue.
Though Janine wasn’t too overly perceptive, her eyes were keen. She couldn’t just stand by and let the Williams family mistreat Skylar.
Maisy had never expected Janine to outright refuse her request.
Fuming, Malsy said, “Skylar refuses to answer any of our calls. She blocked us all.”
“There must be a reason why she blocked all of you guys. You must have hurt her deeply, which made her pull away.
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“With all of you around Mrs. Williams, she probably doesn’t need Skye. If she truly valued Skye, she wouldn’t have let her move out,” Janine reasoned firmly.
Maisy felt even more frustrated. “Mom, we need her. We hope she can come and take care of my mom She can’t be left alone for 24 hours a day.
“You guys can take shifts and hire a caretaker. You don’t necessarily need Skye. Plus, she just started her job and is steadily rising. She doesn’t have time to sit in the hospital.
“It sounds like you guys wanted to look for Skye because no one wants to care for Mrs. Williams now. Janine sensed the Williams family’s intentions from Maisy’s words.
The Williamses were selfish leeches. Maisy wouldn’t have called her if they didn’t have ulterior motives. And if they truly knew they were wrong, they wouldn’t have waited until today to apologize.
Under the cover of night, Janine remained clear–headed and saw things for what they were.
Seeing Janine articulate her thoughts so clearly infuriated Maisy. She wanted to lash out in rage, but instead took a deep breath.
“Mom, you’ve got us wrong. We’re not asking Skylar to take care of her. We just need Skylar to come and keep Mom company. Especially now, Mom needs family support after her surgery.”
“I still have a lot of work to do. There’s no point in you coming to me about this,” Janine replied.
Janine didn’t want to entertain Maisy’s explanation anymore and hung up the phone.
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Skylar had informed the Sullivans before her trip to Korel City. So, Janine wanted her to enjoy herself out there without worrying.
Skylar woke up just as dawn was breaking. After a night’s rest and the IV fluid administration, her fever had subsided, and the upset stomach had settled. But she still felt weak overall.
Joe lay on the couch, eyes closed with a frown. Sleeping like that couldn’t have been comfortable.
Knowing he had stayed up with her all night made Skylar feel a bit apologetic. Last night, she’d been delirious with a fever, she must have looked terrifying.
Now, though, she needed to use the bathroom.
Skylar slipped out of bed quietly. As soon as her feet touched the floor, she almost collapsed.
Thinking back, she realized she seemed to have fallen sick two or three times since her marriage with Joe. It was more often than any other year.
Skylar felt a bit frustrated as she slowly walked to the bathroom in the ward.
Just as she reached for the bathroom door’s handle, Joe’s voice came from behind her. “Did you just wake up?”
Skylar turned to face him.
Joe was staring at her from the couch. His eyes were devoid of the usual drowsiness one would expect
upon waking. Instead, they bore a coldness and an intimidating air that he seemed oblivious to.
Skylar nodded stiffly under his gaze. “Yeah, I just woke up. Thanks for last night… um… I need to
bathroom first.”
use the
“Want me to help you?” he offered, getting up.
Skylar’s fair face flushed instantly. “No need! I’ve got it. I can manage.”
She feared she might never be able to relieve herself if Joe really helped her to the bathroom.
Watching Skylar hurry into the bathroom, Joe felt some of his drowsiness fade. She seemed much better
now.
Skylar spent more than ten minutes in the bathroom. It was an unbearable sight as she stared at her pale, haggard reflection in the mirror.
Just
a bout of gastroenteritis had made her look as if she had fought through a serious illness.
As Skylar came out of the bathroom, Paul happened to reach the room.
The room was filled with the comforting scent of chicken soup. After being sick all night, the aroma made Skylar hungry.
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“I picked this up on my way here. It’s from a five–star hotel, so I’m sure it’s clean and nutritious, Paul sald quickly as Skylar stepped out of the bathroom.
He stole a glance at Joe’s reaction and apologized to Skylar with a slight blush. “I’m sorry, Ms. Sullivan, I didn’t expect the food from that restaurant would cause diarrhea. It’s my fault.”
“It’s not your fault. It’s my body’s issue. I’ve never traveled before, and it’s natural to have some trouble adjusting the first time out. I’m fine now, more or less,” Skylar replied.
Skylar hadn’t thought of blaming Paul at all. Her body had been weak ever since the frequent blood
donations.
Although her health had improved a lot during this period, she had overlooked the changes in diet away
from home.
If she had prepared medicine in advance and eaten less, things wouldn’t have escalated this much. It was
her own fault for overeating.
Paul breathed a sigh of relief upon realizing that Skylar didn’t blame him.
After their conversation, Joe approached. “The doctor said your current condition only allows you to have some chicken soup. You shouldn’t eat anything else.”
“Okay!” Skylar nodded obediently. She had to listen to the doctor’s advice.
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Joe’s eyes softened with Skylar behaving like a model student. She looked
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Joe’s tone softened involuntarily. “Go ahead and eat first.”
“Okay.”
Skylar settled onto the hospital bed while eyeing the chicken soup hungrily. “Let’s eat together.”
Pau brought coffee and a sandwich for Joe since he had already eaten breakfast at the hotel. The ward was quiet, with only the faint sound of Skylar and Joe eating.
Ten minutes passed, and Skylar had already finished the entire bowl of chicken soup.
Suddenly, there was a knock on the door. Thinking it was the doctor, Skylar was taken aback when a woman in a hospital gown appeared.
The woman looked around her age. But she was a bit slender, with the hospital gown hanging loosely on her. She had a pretty and endearing look, with pure, sparkling eyes that immediately evoked sympathy.
The woman seemed like a pure and lovely person.
“Ms. Scott!” Paul exclaimed, clearly surprised to see Jenny Scott.
He glanced at Joe, who seemed unfazed, almost as if he had expected Jenny Scott’s arrival..
“Are you guys having breakfast? I hope I’m not interrupting,” Jenny asked cautiously.
Joe replied calmly, “Not at all.”
Skylar glanced at Joe, then at Jenny standing at the door.
Suddenly, a gut feeling told her that Jenny might be Joe’s type. She remembered hearing a gentle voice on the phone–it had probably beenJenny.
“I’m Jenny Scott, Joe’s godsister. Joe mentioned you to me before. And now that you two are married, can I call you Skye?” Jenny smiled warmly as she addressed Skylar.
Skylar smiled and nodded, “Of course.”
Godsister? She hadn’t heard Joe mention Jenny before.
“Skye, you’re the most gorgeous woman I’ve seen among all the women’I’ve met!” Jenny gazed at Skylar’s
face, somewhat mesmerized.
Skylar’s beauty was striking. Her looks were absolutely stunning yet intimidating, which could easily make
others feel inferior.
Jenny pursed her lips.
Skylar often received compliments on her looks, but hearing one from another beauty made her smile even wider. “You’re really pretty too,” she replied.
Jenny’s eyes crinkled with a smile. “Thank you. I heard from Joe yesterday that you had gastroenteritis
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and a fever. How are you feeling now?”
“I feel much better now. No symptoms at the moment,” Skylar replied with a smile.
“That’s good to hear. Just take it easy.” Jenny then glanced at Joe and noticed the slight redness in his eyes. Concerned, she asked, “Did you not sleep last night, Joe? Your eyes look red. Do you need to rest now?”
Joe’s gaze softened. “I slept a few hours. It’s not a big deal.”
Skylar watched their interaction, and it seemed like they were siblings, but not quite. She’d never seen
Joe so gentle with other women before.
Previously, Annie had claimed to have known Joe for many years, which should have made them familiar, but Joe had always been distant and cold toward her.
It was clear that Joe didn’t hold much regard for anyone and wasn’t particularly enthusiastic about
matters of love and romance.
Yet with Jenny, he appeared relaxed and gentle.
Skylar took a sip of water from her cup. She convinced herself that Joe’s private life was none of her concern, and she shouldn’t let unnecessary curiosity get the better of her.
“I have
mask in my room for relaxation. I’ll go get it for you. Joe, you really need to pay more. a great eye attention to your insomnia issues,” Jenny said seriously with a frown.
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Jenny’s words held a subtle hint of reproach as she expressed dissatisfaction at Joe’s lack of self–care.
Meanwhile, Skylar quietly took a sip of her water.
At the mention of “insomnia“, Paul immediately directed his gaze at Skylar. Lately, Joe’s sleep issues had improved notably, thanks to Skylar. But it seemed like Joe hadn’t mentioned this to Jenny before.
Yet, Paul sensed an unspoken distance between Joe and Skylar brought about by Jenny’s presence.
After Jenny spoke a few more words, she looked somewhat weary. So, Joe accompanied her back to her ward, leaving Paul behind to look after Skylar.
“Um… Ms. Scott and Mr. Martin, they grew up together, and…” Paul felt compelled to clarify Joe and
Jenny’s relationship to prevent any misunderstandings for Skylar.
Skylar then learned about their relationship from Paul’s explanation.
Jenny was Joe’s nanny’s daughter. An accident had taken Jenny’s mother’s life while she’d been protecting Joe, after which he’d took full responsibility for Jenny.
Jenny had come to Korel City three years ago to further her studies, claiming that she was drawn to its
romantic charm.
Jenny had been admitted to the hospital a few days ago because she was feeling unwell. After that, she had been diagnosed with heart issues and needed surgery in the next couple of days.
Thus, Joe had rushed over from Jipsburg City for her surgery.
Paul emphasized their sibling–like bond, with Joe caring for Jenny as if she were his own sister.
After Jenny’s mother had passed away that year, Gloria had actually reached out to Jenny’s other relatives. But they had declined to take her in, leaving Gloria to raise her.
Skylar smiled after grasping the situation. She said, “I see.”
“Yeah, that’s the gist of it. So Mr. Martin was just concerned about Ms. Scott’s health. The surgery’s probably scheduled for tomorrow,” Paul added.
Skylar nodded. Having eaten breakfast and regained some strength, she felt revitalized.
“Mr. Zeigler, could you check with the doctor if I can be discharged now? It’s just a stomach issue, and I don’t want to tie up a bed in a busy ward.”
“Sure, I’ll go find out,” Paul replied.
Once Paul left, Skylar found herself alone in the room. She then headed to the bathroom to freshen up. Upon returning, she was surprised to find Joe back so soon and already seated on the couch.
“I had Mr. Zeigler check with the doctor. If everything’s okay, I’d like to be discharged,” Skylar said with a smile.
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Joe sensed a slight distance from Skylar and asked, “About Jenny, I hadn’t mentioned her earlier. Would you like to know anything?”
“Mr. Zeigler already filled me in. I understand Jenny’s relationship with you,” Skylar replied, smiling.
Joe paused briefly, then nodded. “Alright. Today, you can rest at the hotel. Tomorrow-
“I’ll manage on my own for tomorrow. I know Ms. Scott’s surgery has been scheduled for tomorrow, so you and Paul should be with her at the hospital,” Skylar said promptly.
She
had only met Jenny today, so it might make Jenny uncomfortable if she was there when the latter
went in for the surgery tomorrow.
Upon hearing Skylar’s words, Joe regarded her with a contemplative gaze.
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“Your time belongs to me now.”
Joe’s deep, seductive voice made Skylar’s heart race, tempting her to surrender completely.
Skylar swallowed hard, and her eyes drifted from his damp hair to his chiseled features that were capable
of captivating any woman,
“You-
Before Skylar could utter another word, Joe silenced her with a passionate kiss, causing her phone to slip
from her hand.
Tonight, Joe was different- he was more intense and more insistent. It was overwhelming.
With tears in her eyes, Skylar had to call Joe “darling” countless times before he finally let her rest.
Feeling satisfied, Joe held her in his arms as they fell asleep.
As she drifted off, Skylar thought about the clients on Amazon she hadn’t replied to. She hadn’t informed them that she’d get back to them tomorrow.
However, she had no energy left; she didn’t even know where her phone had fallen.
Joe had been too relentless tonight. Skylar vowed to protest with him tomorrow.
Samuel and Maisy were taking care of Sadie at the hospital tonight. Peter and Kenny would then have to take over the next day.
Meanwhile, Jeffrey had to deal with various issues at work. Initially, Kenny had been supposed to stay with Maisy but hadn’t been able to get time off.
The hospital was quiet at night, but Sadie’s room was far from peaceful. She kept crying out in pain even
when in sleep.
Throughout the whole night, Sadie’s sleep had been restless and plagued with nightmares. She kept wailing and shouting that she couldn’t live without her legs.
Sadie’s restless night took its toll on Samuel and Maisy, leaving them tense and exhausted.
“Skylar still isn’t answering her phone? Samuel asked.
Maisy nodded. “I’ve had some of my friends call her too, but she’s not picking up. She probably knows we’re trying to reach her and is avoiding us.”
The companion beds were tiny. They were in a single–room ward, so the two additional companion beds only made the space feel cramped.
The scent of disinfectant added to their discomfort.
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“This is unacceptable. We need Skylar here. She’s neglected her duty as a daughter for too long. How can she ignore Mom at a time like this?
“I thought Skylar was just throwing a tantrum yesterday, but it turns out she really doesn’t care about Mom. I have to make her come.” Samuel’s voice was laced with frustration as he spoke from his narrow
bed.
Samuel was fed up with the cramped bed and was determined to make Skylar come.
Maisy was equally frustrated by Sadie’s painful cries. She needed Skylar’s help with Sadie. She also
needed Skylar to delete the video.
If Christopher hadn’t given her the video, who had?
She had heard that Christopher had been doing quite well recently. Despite losing his job, he was spending her money recklessly. Just the thought of it made her seethe.
“Samuel, I don’t think she’ll come, no matter how hard we try. She’s determined to cut ties with us. Given Mom’s condition now, she wants nothing to do with us. She doesn’t care about Mom like we do.” Maisy
sighed.
Samuel frowned deeply. “Is she out of her mind? She knows she has no blood relation to the Sullivan family, yet she sticks with them.”
Suddenly, an idea struck him. Samuel added, “Listen, Maisy, I didn’t mean you. You’re nothing like Skylar. You’re the baby sister we’ve always protected. You’re irreplaceable. You can’t go anywhere else.”
“I know. You guys are my real family. To me, you’re like my biological brothers. I don’t care about the Sullivans,” Maisy nodded earnestly.
Samuel smiled. “Exactly! Alright, let’s get some sleep. I need to come up with a way to force Skylar to step up. She has to take care of Mom.
“And Mom will need someone by her side when we head back home. No matter what, Skylar has to come
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Steven had just clocked in for work and was about to sit down when Kenny approached him, looking worn -out. Steven just couldn’t seem to like Kenny.
“What do you want?” Steven asked after glancing up at Kenny.
Kenny’s eyes were bloodshot, a sign that he hadn’t slept well last night.
“I’ve taken a leave from work. Starting today, I’ll be coming in every other day,” Kenny announced.
Steven’s patience was wearing thin. “Why do I need to know this?”
“Of course you have to! Do you know why I had to take leave? My mom was in a car accident and had her legs amputated.
“She’s bedridden and needs constant care now. But Skylar only came to the hospital on the day of the surgery and then vanished. We can’t reach her at all,” Kenny said, his voice rising in frustration.
A car accident and an amputation? Steven was taken aback. “Your family’s issues are not my concern.”
“How is it not your concern? Skylar is your sister, too. She’s my mom’s biological daughter.
“She should be by my mom’s side now and taking care of her wholeheartedly. Instead, she disappeared without a word.” Kenny said while his frown deepened.
Steven sneered. “You’ve never treated Skye like your family before. But now that there’s trouble, you want to guilt–trip her? Do you even have the right to do that?
“It’s yours and your siblings‘ responsibility to care for your mom. If Skye chooses to help, it’ll out of kindness. And if she doesn’t, it’s perfectly reasonable.”
“But we all have jobs and can’t spare the time. Only Skye- Kenny began to argue.
Steven’s expression turned grim because of Kenny’s brazen entitlement.
He continued, “Skye has a great job, and her job is better than any of yours, I’d say. Just because your family is out of touch with reality, don’t assume everyone else is as clueless.
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“If you have nothing else to I have work to do.”
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Instinctively, Kenny denied, “She can’t possibly compare-”
He stopped short, realizing the truth. The Williamses had always seen Skylar differently. In their eyes,
Skylar was of a lower status.
They had dismissed her as increasingly insignificant. No matter how much she contributed–it was always overlooked, as if that were the norm.
This sudden realization hit Kenny hard. His muscles became tense with the new awareness. Stiffly, he
turned and left.
Steven watched Kenny leave with a cold expression. “Shameless.”
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He knew Skylar was on vacation and now felt even more protective of her after knowing the Williams family’s despicable intentions.
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The next morning, Skylar woke up to find it was already past ten o’clock, and Joe had left.
After showering and getting dressed, she searched for her phone on the bed, only to find that it had fallen
to the floor.
Joe had left her a message. He had left at 7:00 am and instructed her to call the hotel’s butler for
breakfast.
He’d also mentioned that he had arranged for Paul to accompany her today, emphasizing that it wasn’t
safe for a woman to travel alone.
Skylar sighed. Fine, if he said it wasn’t safe, she’d go along with it.
After breakfast, Paul knocked on the door while holding a printed itinerary.
“Ms. Sullivan, I’ve prepared an itinerary for today. It includes detailed descriptions. Take a look and choose the schedule that you like, Paul said.
Skylar was genuinely impressed as she reviewed the documents.
Such
professionalism!” she praised Paul.
“Thank you. I have a knack for making sure everything goes perfectly,” Paul said, feeling a bit proud.
Given Joe’s instructions to ensure Skylar had a great time, Paul was determined to make it happen. Skylar and Paul spent the entire day visiting several places. Paul even took a professional camera and helped take photos that could rival those of a professional photographer.
As Skylar looked through the photos on the camera, she praised Paul again. “These are amazing.”
Paul’s skills were truly impressive. Even Joe would have to acknowledge him as a master photographer. At dinner, they discussed their plans for the next day.
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However, Joe hadn’t been part of the plan at all, and neither Skylar nor Paul had noticed.
Nearby diners were whispering about how perfect Skylar and Paul looked together, mistaking them for a couple.
Joe arrived just in time to catch the scene and hear the comments. His eyes turned colder than a Jipsburg winter.
Paul felt a chill down his spine and was about to ask the restaurant to adjust the air conditioning when he saw Joe.
Was Joe the one giving him that icy glare?
“M–Mr. Martin…” Paul stammered. Had he done something wrong? He had made sure that Skylar had a fantastic day.
Upon hearing Paul’s greeting, Skylar immediately looked up to see Joe. His expression was stern and cold, which was typical for him.
The restaurant was cramped, crowded, and noisy. Skylar figured it must have made Joe uncomfortable.
“Have you eaten?” she asked,
Joe walked over and sat beside Skylar, but his demeanor was slightly tense. “No.”
Paul sensed the tension and quickly said, “1… I just remembered I have some work to finish. Mr. Martin, I’ll skip dinner and head back to the hotel now.”
Paul didn’t want to risk indigestion from the overwhelming tension. Judging by the murderous look Joe had given him earlier, he was clearly in a foul mood.
Paul was practically tingling with anxiety.
“Okay,” Joe agreed.
With that, Paul swiftly made his exit, not wanting to be the third wheel or face Joe’s wrath any longer.
Skylar couldn’t help but laugh at the sight of Paul scurrying away. Was Joe really that intimidating?
“Did you have fun today?” Joe asked.
“Yes, a lot! Mr. Ziegler did an awesome job planning, and we took so many photos, Skylar said between bites. She was famished after a long day of activities.
Joe glanced at the dishes on the table. They appeared plain and unremarkable, but Skylar seemed to enjoy them.
It seemed like Paul knew her taste well. Joe pursed his lips thoughtfully.
“The chicken is really tender. You should try it,” Skylar said. She noticed that Joe hadn’t eaten much and recommended her favorite dish of the evening.
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Some of the iciness in Joe’s demeanor melted away as he picked up his cutlery and took a bite. The flavor was decent.
“I’m not very hungry. You go ahead and eat. I’ll wait for you.”
Skylar nodded and resumed eating. Joe seemed a bit off today.
She glanced at the modestly presented dishes. They tasted surprisingly good, even if they weren’t
something she’d craved every day.
While Skylar enjoyed her meal, Joe picked up the camera Paul had left behind and started scrolling through the photos.
Seeing how Skylar looked radiant–almost like a fairy in the pictures–softened his expression. However, his tongue pressed against the roof of his mouth in contemplation.
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“Mr. Ziegler’s photography skills are on par with a professional’s. We’ve already planned tomorrow’s itinerary.
“He mentioned a grove of coconut trees that’s supposed to be stunning for photos. I’m so excited for it,” Skylar said as she noticed Joe browsing through the camera.
Joe raised an eyebrow. So, they’d planned everything without him? The itinerary sounded delightful, and the photos were excellent, but he’d clearly been excluded.
“You…is something bothering you?” Skylar asked, puzzled by Joe’s stern expression.
Joe’s voice was cold and distant. “Nothing.”
Skylar didn’t press further and remained silent. For now, enjoying the meal seemed more important than solving any of the mysteries.
20 minutes later, they finished dinner and got into an MPV. Joe was unusually silent during the ride, and Skylar wisely chose not to initiate conversation.
She needed to catch up on her Amazon orders, especially those left unhandled from the previous night.. But halfway through, she felt a sharp pain in her stomach. Sweat beaded on her forehead.
Joe noticed her unease immediately. “Are you feeling unwell?”
“My stomach hurts… I need to use the restroom,” Skylar’s voice trembled with pain.
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was, she
She couldn’t discern whether it was food poisoning or traveler’s diarrhea. But whatever it w desperately needed a bathroom.
Joe instructed the driver to stop at a nearby hotel and quickly booked a room. Skylar rushed to the bathroom and couldn’t get up for half an hour.
When she finally got out of the bathroom, her face was pale, and she looked utterly drained.
“Let’s go to the hospital,” Joe said while supporting Skylar. He had already called ahead to inform the hospital that they were coming.
Skylar nodded weakly, feeling feverish and light–headed.
An hour later, Skylar was lying in a hospital bed, receiving an IV drip. Her fever and stomach issues left
her in a daze.
Seeing Joe by her side, she felt a pang of guilt. “I’ll be fine on my own. It’s already 11:00 pm. You should go back to the hotel and rest Skylar murmured.
Joe looked at her intently, as if assessing something.
“No need. I can rest here.” His voice was cold, but his actions were surprisingly heartwarming.
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He settled into a small couch, his long legs awkwardly fitting into the space. Though this hospital was one of the best in Korel City, it still lacked amenities.
“Thank you,” Skylar whispered.
Skylar didn’t have the energy to say anything more. She thought to herself that she would repay his kindness by caring for him if he ever got sick in the future.
As she drifted into a fitful sleep, she heard Joe taking a phone call outside. He was probably being
mindful not to disturb her.
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In the faint distance, Skylar seemed to hear Joe say, “It’s not me; it’s my wife. Don’t worry, she’s resting. Come tomorrow instead.”
As she drifted off, Joe’s mention of “wife” made her heart skip a beat.
Joe returned to the ward after ending the call.
He frowned deeply when he saw that Skylar’s face was still drained of color, even though she’d been on an IV for over half an hour. Why was she still so ghostly pale?
He stepped out again to get a doctor. “Her condition doesn’t look good. Get the head physician over here,
he instructed promptly.
The doctor on shift hurried to get the head physician, who quickly checked on Skylar.
Finding Skylar deeply asleep with stable vital signs, he reassured Joe, “Her condition isn’t too severe. She’s already receiving fluids now.
“By tomorrow morning, she should be ready to leave the hospital. It’s likely just traveler’s diarrhea and some indigestion issues. She should bounce back with proper rest and diet.”
Joe frowned. Although the head physician said everything was fine, he didn’t see Skylar’s condition improving
“Shouldn’t we run some more tests?” he asked.
The head physician sighed lightly. “It’s not necessary for now. Rest is what the patient needs most right now. With enough rest, she should recover quickly.”
Just then, Paul rushed over in a panic. He stood hesitantly at the door, especially after seeing Joe’s serious expression while talking to the doctor.
Paul was in great dismay. He had eaten at that restaurant many times before and had never heard of anyone getting diarrhea. Today, even though they had eaten some food outside, it was all very common.
After the doctor left, Joe glanced at Paul, who was standing outside the ward.
Paul’s heart raced even faster. “Is Ms. Sullivan okay? Did the doctor say what caused her fever and diarrhea?”
“Traveler’s diarrhea combined with acute gastroenteritis,” Joe replied gravely.
“Is it that serious?” Paul widened his eyes and peered inside. After seeing Skylar’s pale face, he felt regretful. “I should have planned a lighter schedule for today.”
Joe raised an eyebrow and glanced at Paul. “You have good photography skills. Did you study it before?”
Paul was honest. “I learned it before to impress my girlfriend in college. She loved taking pictures.”
“You’re talented. Just don’t take any more pictures.” Joe’s voice had a slight edge to it.
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Paul’s eyes widened as he realized in hindsight that Joe was jealous.
“If the boss says no more pictures, then no more!” he quickly assured.
Joe waved him off. “Go.”
“Got it!” Paul felt fortunate that Joe hadn’t blamed Skylar’s illness on him. He wouldn’t have known how to explain it otherwise.
After Paul left, Joe leaned back on the couch with his gaze settled on Skylar.
She slept deeply, even when the doctor or Joe approached. Although usually resilient, she now seemed fragile and vulnerable. It evoked his sympathy.
Suddenly, Skylar’s phone rang. Joe walked over and picked it up. He raised an eyebrow as he saw an unknown number without a name or ID.
Then, he stepped outside and answered the call.
“Skylar! If you don’t come back right now, don’t blame me for disregarding our sibling bond! Do you can escape?
you think
“It’s not too late if you come back now. So get back now, or I’ll make sure you regret it! Otherwise, don’t blame me for being ruthless, even to my own sister!”
Samuel’s threatening words came through loud and clear. Joe could even feel Samuel’s arrogance piercing through the phone.
“What are you planning to do to Skylar?” Joe’s voice was cold with a chilling edge.
Did the Williams family still have the energy to do so much now?
“Who are you? The boy toy Skylar found?” Samuel asked.
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Samuel speculated that Skylar had started avoiding his calls now and made her boy toy answer.
But from what Samuel heard through the phone, the man’s volce didn’t sound like it belonged to a boy toy. It held enough authority to make Samuel’s heart skip a beat when he was questioned.
“Tell me, what do you intend to do with Skylar?” Joe’s voice grew colder and more intense.
Samuel frowned. He couldn’t help but admit that this boy toy was good at playing tough despite his charm with women.
With brimming arrogance, Samuel replied, “I have a hundred ways to make her kneel before us. I suggest you leave her quickly
“What can you do when she runs out of money to keep you? Aren’t people like you just after money? Leave now and give her the phone so I can talk to her.”
These men who lived off women sure had guts!
“Which brother of hers are you?” Joe asked.
“I’m her third brother! At home, she fears me the most and has to listen to me. Let me tell you, she does
everything I want at home to please me.
“But no matter what she does, I find fault with it! I just can’t stand the sight of her.” Samuel took the
chance to vent his emotions.
Their family was in turmoil now, but not only was Skylar keeping a boy toy around, but she was also living so luxuriously. Skylar didn’t deserve it at all!
Earlier, Skylar’s life had revolved around the Williams family, but now that they were in trouble, she kept
her distance.
Samuel had expected the phone to be handed over to Skylar, but instead, he was hung up on. When he tried calling back, he couldn’t get through.
Outside the ward, Joe called Paul. “Find out who Skylar’s third brother in the Williams family is.”
A few minutes later, Paul called back.
“I’ve got the details. Ms. Sullivan’s third brother is Samuel Williams, a celebrity in the entertainment industry. His acting skills are average, though, and he pales in comparison to Charles from the Sullivan family,” Paul reported.
Joe was about to light a cigarette but remembered he was in a hospital and dropped the idea.
His voice turned icy. “Make sure he can’t stay in the entertainment industry.”
“Got it. I’ll handle it right away!” Paul’s spirits lifted.
Had Samuel done something to anger Joe? Otherwise, Joe wouldn’t have issued such an order. Samuel
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“Also, find out what’s currently going on with the Williams family.”
“Alright!”
A few minutes later, Paul reported, “Mr. Martin, Mrs. Williams was in a car accident, and both her legs were amputated.”
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Williams Group was on the brink of collapse, and now this had happened. Who knew what trouble might. arise in the future if they found out that Joe and Skylar were actually married?
But while others might be intimidated, Joe wouldn’t. The problem lay with the Williams family.
Joe raised an eyebrow and leaned against the door while looking into Skylar’s ward.
Skylar must’ve known about the incident, yet she hadn’t said a word to him.
She hardly ever mentioned how the Williams family treated her. If it hadn’t been for that call just now, Joe. might never have known what she had endured in the Williams family.
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Janine was on the night shift at the hotel when Maisy called. She had mixed feelings toward Maisy.
“Mom, it was my fault. I regret leaving home after saying those things. I shouldn’t have been so impulsive, “Maisy admitted.
Despite Maisy’s contrite words, Janine had started to distrust her.
Janine’s response was cool and measured. “Realizing your mistake is a good start. You can’t rush with things. Time will tell.”
After all, people’s true nature revealed itself over time.
Maisy rolled her eyes in impatience. What did time have to do with anything?
“Mom, something happened with the Williams family. I’m scared and lost. I don’t know who to talk to. I don’t know what to do…” Maisy’s voice cracked with helplessness as she sobbed.
Janine sighed. “What happened?”
Janine wasn’t too surprised. With the Williamses‘ demeanor, trouble was bound to happen.
After some contemplation, Maisy said, “My mom was in a serious car accident. She had both legs amputated. Now she’s bedridden.”
Janine was taken aback “Such a serious accident?”
“Yeah, she’s been in denial ever since her surgery. We’re devastated. Skylar went to the hospital that day. but then left. Mom really wants to see her, but we can’t reach her.
“Mom, can you please help us contact her and ask her to come to the hospital?” Malsy pleaded.
Maisy’s motives became clear–since no one else could reach Skylar, she was sure Janine could help.
She understood she needed to get Janine’s support to convince Skylar to delete the video so she could stop threatening her.
Janine frowned. “Skye has been busy these days. Besides, this is Skye’s matter. I can’t help you convey anything. You should contact Skye yourselves.”
In Janine’s eyes, Skylar was so kind–hearted. She wouldn’t have distanced herself from the Williams family without a good reason or some unknown issue.
Though Janine wasn’t too overly perceptive, her eyes were keen. She couldn’t just stand by and let the Williams family mistreat Skylar.
Maisy had never expected Janine to outright refuse her request.
Fuming, Malsy said, “Skylar refuses to answer any of our calls. She blocked us all.”
“There must be a reason why she blocked all of you guys. You must have hurt her deeply, which made her pull away.
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“With all of you around Mrs. Williams, she probably doesn’t need Skye. If she truly valued Skye, she wouldn’t have let her move out,” Janine reasoned firmly.
Maisy felt even more frustrated. “Mom, we need her. We hope she can come and take care of my mom She can’t be left alone for 24 hours a day.
“You guys can take shifts and hire a caretaker. You don’t necessarily need Skye. Plus, she just started her job and is steadily rising. She doesn’t have time to sit in the hospital.
“It sounds like you guys wanted to look for Skye because no one wants to care for Mrs. Williams now. Janine sensed the Williams family’s intentions from Maisy’s words.
The Williamses were selfish leeches. Maisy wouldn’t have called her if they didn’t have ulterior motives. And if they truly knew they were wrong, they wouldn’t have waited until today to apologize.
Under the cover of night, Janine remained clear–headed and saw things for what they were.
Seeing Janine articulate her thoughts so clearly infuriated Maisy. She wanted to lash out in rage, but instead took a deep breath.
“Mom, you’ve got us wrong. We’re not asking Skylar to take care of her. We just need Skylar to come and keep Mom company. Especially now, Mom needs family support after her surgery.”
“I still have a lot of work to do. There’s no point in you coming to me about this,” Janine replied.
Janine didn’t want to entertain Maisy’s explanation anymore and hung up the phone.
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Skylar had informed the Sullivans before her trip to Korel City. So, Janine wanted her to enjoy herself out there without worrying.
Skylar woke up just as dawn was breaking. After a night’s rest and the IV fluid administration, her fever had subsided, and the upset stomach had settled. But she still felt weak overall.
Joe lay on the couch, eyes closed with a frown. Sleeping like that couldn’t have been comfortable.
Knowing he had stayed up with her all night made Skylar feel a bit apologetic. Last night, she’d been delirious with a fever, she must have looked terrifying.
Now, though, she needed to use the bathroom.
Skylar slipped out of bed quietly. As soon as her feet touched the floor, she almost collapsed.
Thinking back, she realized she seemed to have fallen sick two or three times since her marriage with Joe. It was more often than any other year.
Skylar felt a bit frustrated as she slowly walked to the bathroom in the ward.
Just as she reached for the bathroom door’s handle, Joe’s voice came from behind her. “Did you just wake up?”
Skylar turned to face him.
Joe was staring at her from the couch. His eyes were devoid of the usual drowsiness one would expect
upon waking. Instead, they bore a coldness and an intimidating air that he seemed oblivious to.
Skylar nodded stiffly under his gaze. “Yeah, I just woke up. Thanks for last night… um… I need to
bathroom first.”
use the
“Want me to help you?” he offered, getting up.
Skylar’s fair face flushed instantly. “No need! I’ve got it. I can manage.”
She feared she might never be able to relieve herself if Joe really helped her to the bathroom.
Watching Skylar hurry into the bathroom, Joe felt some of his drowsiness fade. She seemed much better
now.
Skylar spent more than ten minutes in the bathroom. It was an unbearable sight as she stared at her pale, haggard reflection in the mirror.
Just
a bout of gastroenteritis had made her look as if she had fought through a serious illness.
As Skylar came out of the bathroom, Paul happened to reach the room.
The room was filled with the comforting scent of chicken soup. After being sick all night, the aroma made Skylar hungry.
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“I picked this up on my way here. It’s from a five–star hotel, so I’m sure it’s clean and nutritious, Paul sald quickly as Skylar stepped out of the bathroom.
He stole a glance at Joe’s reaction and apologized to Skylar with a slight blush. “I’m sorry, Ms. Sullivan, I didn’t expect the food from that restaurant would cause diarrhea. It’s my fault.”
“It’s not your fault. It’s my body’s issue. I’ve never traveled before, and it’s natural to have some trouble adjusting the first time out. I’m fine now, more or less,” Skylar replied.
Skylar hadn’t thought of blaming Paul at all. Her body had been weak ever since the frequent blood
donations.
Although her health had improved a lot during this period, she had overlooked the changes in diet away
from home.
If she had prepared medicine in advance and eaten less, things wouldn’t have escalated this much. It was
her own fault for overeating.
Paul breathed a sigh of relief upon realizing that Skylar didn’t blame him.
After their conversation, Joe approached. “The doctor said your current condition only allows you to have some chicken soup. You shouldn’t eat anything else.”
“Okay!” Skylar nodded obediently. She had to listen to the doctor’s advice.
a smile as hou
Joe’s eyes softened with Skylar behaving like a model student. She looked
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Joe’s tone softened involuntarily. “Go ahead and eat first.”
“Okay.”
Skylar settled onto the hospital bed while eyeing the chicken soup hungrily. “Let’s eat together.”
Pau brought coffee and a sandwich for Joe since he had already eaten breakfast at the hotel. The ward was quiet, with only the faint sound of Skylar and Joe eating.
Ten minutes passed, and Skylar had already finished the entire bowl of chicken soup.
Suddenly, there was a knock on the door. Thinking it was the doctor, Skylar was taken aback when a woman in a hospital gown appeared.
The woman looked around her age. But she was a bit slender, with the hospital gown hanging loosely on her. She had a pretty and endearing look, with pure, sparkling eyes that immediately evoked sympathy.
The woman seemed like a pure and lovely person.
“Ms. Scott!” Paul exclaimed, clearly surprised to see Jenny Scott.
He glanced at Joe, who seemed unfazed, almost as if he had expected Jenny Scott’s arrival..
“Are you guys having breakfast? I hope I’m not interrupting,” Jenny asked cautiously.
Joe replied calmly, “Not at all.”
Skylar glanced at Joe, then at Jenny standing at the door.
Suddenly, a gut feeling told her that Jenny might be Joe’s type. She remembered hearing a gentle voice on the phone–it had probably beenJenny.
“I’m Jenny Scott, Joe’s godsister. Joe mentioned you to me before. And now that you two are married, can I call you Skye?” Jenny smiled warmly as she addressed Skylar.
Skylar smiled and nodded, “Of course.”
Godsister? She hadn’t heard Joe mention Jenny before.
“Skye, you’re the most gorgeous woman I’ve seen among all the women’I’ve met!” Jenny gazed at Skylar’s
face, somewhat mesmerized.
Skylar’s beauty was striking. Her looks were absolutely stunning yet intimidating, which could easily make
others feel inferior.
Jenny pursed her lips.
Skylar often received compliments on her looks, but hearing one from another beauty made her smile even wider. “You’re really pretty too,” she replied.
Jenny’s eyes crinkled with a smile. “Thank you. I heard from Joe yesterday that you had gastroenteritis
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and a fever. How are you feeling now?”
“I feel much better now. No symptoms at the moment,” Skylar replied with a smile.
“That’s good to hear. Just take it easy.” Jenny then glanced at Joe and noticed the slight redness in his eyes. Concerned, she asked, “Did you not sleep last night, Joe? Your eyes look red. Do you need to rest now?”
Joe’s gaze softened. “I slept a few hours. It’s not a big deal.”
Skylar watched their interaction, and it seemed like they were siblings, but not quite. She’d never seen
Joe so gentle with other women before.
Previously, Annie had claimed to have known Joe for many years, which should have made them familiar, but Joe had always been distant and cold toward her.
It was clear that Joe didn’t hold much regard for anyone and wasn’t particularly enthusiastic about
matters of love and romance.
Yet with Jenny, he appeared relaxed and gentle.
Skylar took a sip of water from her cup. She convinced herself that Joe’s private life was none of her concern, and she shouldn’t let unnecessary curiosity get the better of her.
“I have
mask in my room for relaxation. I’ll go get it for you. Joe, you really need to pay more. a great eye attention to your insomnia issues,” Jenny said seriously with a frown.
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Jenny’s words held a subtle hint of reproach as she expressed dissatisfaction at Joe’s lack of self–care.
Meanwhile, Skylar quietly took a sip of her water.
At the mention of “insomnia“, Paul immediately directed his gaze at Skylar. Lately, Joe’s sleep issues had improved notably, thanks to Skylar. But it seemed like Joe hadn’t mentioned this to Jenny before.
Yet, Paul sensed an unspoken distance between Joe and Skylar brought about by Jenny’s presence.
After Jenny spoke a few more words, she looked somewhat weary. So, Joe accompanied her back to her ward, leaving Paul behind to look after Skylar.
“Um… Ms. Scott and Mr. Martin, they grew up together, and…” Paul felt compelled to clarify Joe and
Jenny’s relationship to prevent any misunderstandings for Skylar.
Skylar then learned about their relationship from Paul’s explanation.
Jenny was Joe’s nanny’s daughter. An accident had taken Jenny’s mother’s life while she’d been protecting Joe, after which he’d took full responsibility for Jenny.
Jenny had come to Korel City three years ago to further her studies, claiming that she was drawn to its
romantic charm.
Jenny had been admitted to the hospital a few days ago because she was feeling unwell. After that, she had been diagnosed with heart issues and needed surgery in the next couple of days.
Thus, Joe had rushed over from Jipsburg City for her surgery.
Paul emphasized their sibling–like bond, with Joe caring for Jenny as if she were his own sister.
After Jenny’s mother had passed away that year, Gloria had actually reached out to Jenny’s other relatives. But they had declined to take her in, leaving Gloria to raise her.
Skylar smiled after grasping the situation. She said, “I see.”
“Yeah, that’s the gist of it. So Mr. Martin was just concerned about Ms. Scott’s health. The surgery’s probably scheduled for tomorrow,” Paul added.
Skylar nodded. Having eaten breakfast and regained some strength, she felt revitalized.
“Mr. Zeigler, could you check with the doctor if I can be discharged now? It’s just a stomach issue, and I don’t want to tie up a bed in a busy ward.”
“Sure, I’ll go find out,” Paul replied.
Once Paul left, Skylar found herself alone in the room. She then headed to the bathroom to freshen up. Upon returning, she was surprised to find Joe back so soon and already seated on the couch.
“I had Mr. Zeigler check with the doctor. If everything’s okay, I’d like to be discharged,” Skylar said with a smile.
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Joe sensed a slight distance from Skylar and asked, “About Jenny, I hadn’t mentioned her earlier. Would you like to know anything?”
“Mr. Zeigler already filled me in. I understand Jenny’s relationship with you,” Skylar replied, smiling.
Joe paused briefly, then nodded. “Alright. Today, you can rest at the hotel. Tomorrow-
“I’ll manage on my own for tomorrow. I know Ms. Scott’s surgery has been scheduled for tomorrow, so you and Paul should be with her at the hospital,” Skylar said promptly.
She
had only met Jenny today, so it might make Jenny uncomfortable if she was there when the latter
went in for the surgery tomorrow.
Upon hearing Skylar’s words, Joe regarded her with a contemplative gaze.
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Joe’s expression remained unchanged as he replied, “Alright.”
The next moment, Paul returned. “I just spoke with the doctor. You can be discharged. I’ve already picked up your medication.”
After that, Skylar left the hospital and went back to the hotel.
Originally, Joe had also gotten in the car with her, ready to return to the hotel to rest. But Jenny called and
said she felt unwell. So, Joe returned to the hospital, and Paul was left in charge of taking Skylar back.
It took about 20 minutes to reach the hotel. After dropping Skylar off, Paul rushed back to the hospital. It
seemed that Jenny’s condition might be urgent..
Skylar then took a shower and laid down to rest. She pulled out her phone to chat with Natalie.
Ever since that night, Natalie had been unusually quiet over the past couple of days.
Now that Skylar had time to settle down, she realized something seemed off with Natalie. Natalie would
usually call or text the next day if she was with Jeremy.
Skylar sent a photo she had taken in the hospital to Natalie and wrote, “Who knew that I’d end up in the hospital with gastritis on this trip?” She then added a crying emoji.
Within a minute, Natalie called her. “What’s going on with you? I don’t remember you ever being in such bad shape. We used to eat and drink recklessly together, yet you never had stomach issues. How did you end up with gastritis in Korel City?”
Natalie had probably thought of the mistreatment Skylar had faced in the Williamses and continued, “I was against you donating blood to Maisy from the start. Every time I see her, I get uncomfortable.
“She’s a manipulative bitch. But you’d just returned to the Williamses and wanted to get along with them, so I couldn’t stop you. Now, I regret it so much. I should’ve stopped you then.”
Skylar laughed and said, “I regret it too. At that time, I was too foolish to believe the Williamses would appreciate my sacrifice. In the end, it was all for nothing.”
“Forget it. It’s not too late to realize that now. By the way, how’s it going? Any romantic encounters?
“With your looks, men should be lining up for you. Elliot asked about you the other day. He seems to have fallen for you at first sight. Interested?” Natalie suggested, turning into a matchmaker.
Hearing Natalie’s usual cheerful tone, Skylar felt relieved. “There is no need for romantic encounters. I’m a married woman and need to stay faithful. Besides, romance isn’t really my thing.” Skylar said calmly.
Now, Skylar’s relationship with Joe was just right. They satisfied each other physically, their marital relationship was respectful, and they usually didn’t interfere with each other’s work,
If Joe ever wanted a divorce one day, she could walk away without pain. Skylar believed Joe probably felt
the same way.
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For once, Natalie didn’t argue with Skylar about romance. Instead, she sighed and said, “Married? Are you still caught up in the act? Are you seriously telling me that Joe Martin’s your husband?”
“I’d never lie to you. Joe Martin really is my husband,” Skylar replied.
“If he’s really your husband, I’ll go to a bar and do a pole dance!” Natalie exclaimed.
“You don’t have to go that far…”
“If you can marry Joe, why can’t I do a pole dance?”
“If Mr. Hughes finds out you’re doing a pole dance, he’ll probably lock you up at home.” Skylar recalled the last time Jeremy had picked up a drunk Natalie at the bar. He’d looked scary at that time. He might’ve strictly forbidden Natalie from going to a bar again.
Natalie paused for a few seconds and then said, “I don’t care. No one can stop me from doing what I
want.”
Since they were separated by a phone and were hundreds of miles away, Skylar didn’t sense the slight
unease in Natalie’s tone.
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After ending the call, Natalie opened her WhatsApp chat with Jeremy. Their last conversation had been
two days ago,
That night, she’d been chatting with Skylar when Jeremy had sent a message. He’d said that he wouldn’t be home these days because of a busy schedule at work.
Natalie had wanted to call and remind Jeremy to take better care of his health. But Annabelle had answered and simply said Jeremy had been busy.
Natalie had had a premonition then that Jeremy was becoming tired of her. Plagued by that thought, she hadn’t been able to sleep all night.
This time, she didn’t initiate contact with him again. And he hadn’t sent a single message in two days.
Natalie was a carefree person, but she could feel the distance between her and Jeremy.
She couldn’t understand it. They hadn’t been married for long. So why was Jeremy losing patience with her and growing distant? She didn’t tell Skylar because she didn’t want to affect the latter’s mood while she was on a trip.
Standing in front of the mirror, Natalie looked at her weary and listless self. She took a deep breath and said, “Jeremy Hughes, if you’re not interested in me anymore, just tell me. I won’t cling to you. Am I the kind of woman who can’t let go?”
After questioning herself in the mirror, Natalie felt a tightness in her chest. “Maybe I’m overthinking it. There really is a lot going on at the company.
“Plus, Jeremy manages the company alone. It’s tough being at the top.” She began to reassure herself in
her mind.
Even Eleanor Johnson, Jeremy’s mother, had been saying Jeremy was too busy with work lately and asked Natalie to be more understanding. Kate had also told her not to expect Jeremy to accompany her often.
Natalie glanced at her phone and reviewed their chat history over the past month or two. Each conversation seemed shorter than the last. Even their video calls weren’t as frequent or as long as before.
Was she really just overthinking?
Natalie gripped her phone tightly. This time, she wanted to see when Jeremy would think of her.
Sadie gradually accepted the truth about her legs being amputated. However, she still had occasional emotional breakdowns.
It felt like torture–lying in bed and being unable to move. Sadle looked at the chicken soup she had been drinking for the past few days. Suddenly, she lost it, threw the soup toward Maisy, and slapped her.
“Mom, you….”
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“Are you doing this on purpose? You bought me such disgusting soup? Is this how you all treat me?
“I’m lying in bed unable to move, so you feed me this nauseating stuff? Don’t you ever think to change it up for me?” Sadie complained.
They were clearly looking down on her as a disabled person. They didn’t care for her at all. Sadie could
see it.
Kenny, who was standing nearby, reacted quickly and rushed over to protect Maisy. He looked down at Maisy’s red and pained face and frowned as he criticized Sadie, “Mom, how could you hit Maisy? She’s
been taking good care of you.
“The doctor said you can’t eat as you wish. Maisy has nothing to do with it. We understand that you can’t adapt to the fact that you lost both legs..
“But you have to understand us as well. We’ve been taking care of you in the hospital all day long, and we’re tired, okay?”
Maisy’s eyes turned red, and her cheek stung. She felt a chill in her heart.
Sadie was not her biological mother. Before, Sadie could pretend to have a good mother–daughter relationship with her. But now, she didn’t even bother to pretend.
“I’m your mother, both of you, I worked hard to raise you. Now that I’ve been in a car accident and need care, do you think you’re being dedicated enough?
“Speak from your conscience–are you dedicated?” Sadie’s eyes were red with emotion.
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Although Sadie had lost her legs, she still had eyes. She could clearly see how they had been treating her these past few days. They did stay in the hospital to take care of her, but they were always frowning.
If Sadle needed help with using the bathroom, they’d show their disgust. If she said her legs hurt, they’d say all amputees feel pain. Then, they’d ask her to just endure it and be considerate of them.
“Mom, we’ve been dedicated. We’ve put aside other things and work to focus on taking care of you in the hospital. How is that not being dedicated?
*One must act with a clear conscience and we are doing that. You’re the one who has been too irritable and sensitive these past few days,” Kenny said with a frown.
Maisy gently tugged on Kenny’s arm. “Kenny, don’t say that. Mom is in a bad mood right now, and we need to understand. She doesn’t want to be like this either. It’s my fault. I should’ve gotten a different
soup today.”
Sadie was already a patient, and the doctor had advised against eating indiscriminately. The soup had been sent over by the hotel at Maisy’s request. Despite her dedication, Sadie was still overly critical.
“Maisy, you’re so understanding,” Kenny said, looking at her tenderly. In his eyes, Maisy was like a pitiful, bullied young woman, while Sadie had become the evil stepmom.
As Sadie listened to their conversation, she suddenly remembered something. Her face grew paler.
They….
This scene felt familiar.
Skylar had been lying in the hotel for most of the day. After having lunch and taking her medicine, she felt
rejuvenated.
Joe had just sent her a message saying that Jenny’s surgery had been moved up to today. She replied
and told him to stay at the hospital without worrying.
There was a cinema next to the hotel, Bored from lying in the hotel all day, Skylar bought a movie ticket. She changed her clothes and headed over.
The cinema was almost empty, probably because it was a weekday.
Skylar watched a comedy. Besides her, there was only a couple. It was almost like having a private screening. Unfortunately, she couldn’t buy popcom since her stomach was still recovering.
The couple was seated two rows in front of her. Within a few minutes of the movie starting, they were passionately kissing, completely ignoring her presence.
Perhaps only those who were in true love and in throes of passion would kiss anytime, anywhere.
For some reason, Skylar felt a bit down. The movie was trying too hard to be funny. Normally, she’d easily
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laugh. But now she didn’t find it funny at all,
Finding it unbearable, Skylar left the cinema early.
As she left, the couple finally noticed and exclaimed, “Oh, there was someone here! It wasn’t just us! She’s probably single and can’t stand us showing off our love.”
Skylar was speechless when she heard that.
After leaving the cinema, she checked the map and saw that the beach was nearby. She decided to walk there. She then found a quiet spot on the sand, sat down, and silently admired the ocean.
Since her stomach wasn’t in the best shape, she didn’t dare try any water activities.
Time seemed to stand still.
Suddenly, a shadow appeared in her view. Skylar looked up and turned to see who was standing behind her. When she saw who it was, her face darkened.
“Skye, we’re really meant to be together. Don’t you think so?” Christopher looked down at her with deep
affection.
Skylar’s expression turned cold. She didn’t hide her disgust for Christopher at all. “How did you know I
was here?”
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Seeing the clear disgust in Skylar’s eyes, Christopher’s face stiffened for a moment.
Before, he’d thought that she simply hated him for his infidelity. But now, Skylar was looking at him with pure hatred. That made him feel a stabbing pain in his heart.
“I saw your Instagram post. The IP address indicated this location.” Skylar had blocked Christopher’s phone number. He’d wanted to look for her at Gardner Group, but she hadn’t been to work in days.
The more she rejected him, the more he regretted it, and the more he couldn’t stop thinking about their past. It had been so beautiful.
In high school, she’d been his whole world. But in college, he’d been exposed to many different people. Christopher had become infatuated with the socialite, Maisy, at that time, losing his way temporarily.
After that, he didn’t know why he’d betrayed Skylar or why he’d taken her devotion to him for granted. Now, he regretted it deeply.
Instagram post? Skylar suddenly recalled that she had carelessly posted on Instagram after a joyful night at the beach with Joe.
She hadn’t expected Christopher to look at her Instagram posts. He was truly like a lingering ghost.
I
“Skye, I know you came to Korel City alone. I misunderstood you before, thinking you were with someone else.
“It was narrow–minded of me to assume that because I did wrong, you would too. No one can replace
what we had.
“Please forgive me this time. I’ve come to realize my mistakes and will never hurt you again,” Christopher pleaded. His words were humble, and his eyes were filled with deep affection.
He continued, “I’ve saved some money. It’ll be enough for us to leave Jipsburg City. If you like it here, we
can live and work here. I’ll buy a house for us.
“Skye, do you remember? Our dream was to have our own home–one you could decorate any way you
wanted.”
Skylar’s face showed no trace of emotion. There was only coldness in her eyes.
Christopher panicked upon seeing that and brought up their past dreams. Back then, their wishes had
been simple yet pure and beautiful.
After listening to Christopher’s lengthy speech, Skylar found it amusing. Where did he get such confidence?
The gentle sea breeze was making the beautiful place enjoyable, but Christopher had tainted it.
“If you had come to reminisce a few months ago, I might’ve believed you. Unfortunately, Christopher, you’re filthy inside and out. When you cheated on me with Maisy, you should’ve foreseen our end.
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“Stop wasting your energy trying to play the faithful lover in front of me. Use your brain to think when you’re foolish,” Skylar said. Her face was emotionless as she tore through Christopher’s facade.
His face turned ashen. He immediately kneeled in front of Skylar as the hot sand burned his knees. He was really terrified of losing Skylar.
“I cheated because Maisy seduced me. She made me lose myself. Everyone makes mistakes, but they’re
different kinds of mistakes.
“Skye, I only made one mistake. I’ve been regretting it every day. I slap myself as soon as I wake up and curse myself in the mirror for hurting you. Forgive me. I sincerely know that I was wrong.
“If you don’t believe me, take out all your anger on me. Hit me! Hit my face! Only then will I feel better,” Christopher exclaimed.
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Christopher’s eyes filled with tears of remorse. His display of emotion caught the attention of the people nearby, and Skylar heard their discussions.
“This handsome guy must be begging for forgiveness after making a mistake. If I were that lady, I’d
forgive him. He’s even kneeling, showing he genuinely regrets it.”
“Belated affection is worthless. If he’s crying like this, he must’ve done something unforgivable to her. He doesn’t deserve to be forgiven.”
“Maybe he didn’t mean to make a mistake.”
“There’s no such thing as an accidental mistake.”
Skylar thought about how she had been blind before, and her expression gradually became indifferent.
If she hadn’t been reborn and had discovered Christopher’s affair with Maisy before the accident, things might’ve been different. She wouldn’t have gone through humiliating and inhumane torment.
Seeing Skylar’s sudden silence, Christopher’s heart lifted. She must be considering whether to forgive him. As long as she was considering it, there was hope.
“Skye, I can give you everything–my savings, my bank cards, everything. From now on, I’ll obey whatever you say,” said Christopher.
Skylar coldly watched Christopher’s display of humility. A man who could be this shameless truly had no
limits.
“Your money? You mean Maisy’s money, right? You must’ve felt proud watching the woman you loved get defiled.
“Christopher Fowler, you’ve always only had eyes for yourself. You’ll stop at nothing to get what you
want.
Skylar brushed the sand off her body and stood up, looking down at Christopher, who was still kneeling. He owed her, and it wasn’t something that could be settled with just an apology.
–
Christopher was shocked. “You Skye… How did you know?” He suddenly remembered Maisy’s frantic call from a few days ago. She had hysterically questioned if he had given Skylar the video.
He hadn’t thought much of it then since he’d assumed that Maisy was just being paranoid. But now it was clear–Skylar had seen the video, and Maisy knew she had.
Skylar’s eyes were filled with disdain and disgust.
Christopher’s eyes reddened as he tried to defend himself. “It’s Maisy who’s despicable. I didn’t know she could stoop that low. This isn’t the first time–she’s been secretly involved with many men.
“You probably don’t know, but she’s even with Kenny now. She messes around with the man she calls her brother‘. She has no moral boundaries and seduces any man. Today it’s Kenny. Tomorrow it could be Peter, Samuel, or even Mr. Williams.”
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Skylar’s expression changed. Even though she knew Maisy was shameless, she hadn’t expected her to be this despicable.
Maisy was in a relationship with Kenny? If Jeffrey and Sadie found out, the Williams family would be turned upside down.
This was the “good family upbringing” Sadie had always bragged about. What a joke.
However…
“What does that have to do with me?” Skylar sneered at Christopher. Hearing these words from him only
made her feel more disgusted and repulsed.
“Skye, how can it not matter? The
“Skye, how can it not matter? The Williamses treated you so poorly and constantly took you to the
hospital to donate blood. Maisy treated you like a blood bank.
“They did all that to you, and now their family is in chaos. It’s their karma,” Christopher quickly added.
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Skylar looked at Christopher as if he were a madman. His behavior was utterly repulsive and revealed the ugliest side of human nature. “Christopher, you’re truly disgusting right now,”
Christopher froze. “Skye, can’t we have a proper talk? I’ve come all this way to find you. Haven’t I shown my determination enough? I admit that I was wrong and truly regret it.
“They say a reformed rake makes the best husband. Please, just calm down and take a good look at me.”
In the past, Christopher would lower himself and beg for forgiveness whenever he made Skylar angry. Each time, she’d eventually forgive him. But now, he realized she had changed.
Skylar stared at Christopher with icy eyes, then turned and walked away from the beach without a word.
Seeing her leave so decisively, his eyes widened in disbelief. She was really leaving!
Christopher anxiously stood up and chased after Skylar. “Don’t go! Babe, please don’t go!” he exclaimed.
Skylar was utterly disgusted to hear him calling her “babe“. “Get lost. If you keep harassing me, I’ll call the police.”
Christopher’s gaze suddenly fell on Skylar’s collarbone. He hadn’t noticed it earlier, even when he’d been standing or kneeling. But now, he saw a mark on her partially exposed collarbone.
Having been intimate with Maisy, he recognized it immediately.
His eyes widened in shock as he fixated on the mark on her collarbone. The more he looked, the more. alarmed he became.
“What’s this? It’s a mosquito bite, right? Tell me it’s a mosquito bite!” he exclaimed.
Skylar followed his gaze down to her collarbone. In her haste to go out today, she hadn’t noticed the mark. She was wearing a strappy, long dress that exposed her collarbone.
Two nights ago, Joe had been particularly intense, leaving marks on her collarbone and waist.
The dress she’d worn yesterday had covered it, but today she’d forgotten. She’d assumed the marks would fade overnight.
Skylar felt a pang of annoyance at how Joe had turned into a beast in bed.
“Is that any of your business?” Skylar replied coldly. In the past, she’d thought Christopher had been mentally unstable. Now, it was clear he had serious issues.
Christopher’s eyes turned red. “How can it not matter? You’re not the kind of woman who’d degrade herself. This hickey must be from two days ago. Did you just find some random guy to indulge with?
“You never let me touch you much when we were together. I respected you and agreed to wait until we were married. Now look at you. You let someone else sleep with you. How could you do this to me?”
Despite having been with Skylar for so many years, Christopher had never had sex with her. He was a
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normal man, but he’d restrained himself out of love for her.
“You preferred to sleep with someone else over me? Skylar, you’re so heartless! If you’d let me sleep with you earlier, I wouldn’t have been tempted by Maisy. My infidelity was largely your fault!” Christopher
exclaimed.
Then, a sharp slap landed on Christopher’s face. He held his cheek, feeling the sting of the blow.
“Who I sleep with is none of your business. Follow me one more step, and I’ll call the police and charge. you with harassment,” Skylar said coldly.
Christopher stood there in a daze, watching Skylar’s determined back as she walked away.
He gritted his teeth. He wouldn’t give up. He’d never give up. Skylar belonged to him.
In the hospital, several hours had passed. The surgery had been a great
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Jenny was wheeled out of the operating room. She was still unconscious and was taken to the intensive
care unit.
Once it was confirmed that there were no complications post–surgery, she would be transferred to a regular ward.
Joe instructed Paul to stay and watch over her. Then, he returned to the hotel from the hospital.
As he stepped out of the car, he headed toward the hotel and spotted Skylar ahead of him.
“Skylar,” Joe called out in a deep voice.
Hearing someone call her name, Skylar immediately stopped and turned around to look at Joe.
For a moment, she’d thought that it might be Christopher following her to the hotel. But it turned out to be
Joe.
Shouldn’t he be at the hospital? Had Jenny’s operation ended?
“Shouldn’t you be resting at the hotel?” Joe asked. His tone was slightly reproachful at her disobedience.
Hearing Joe’s questioning tone, Skylar felt like a child who’d been caught doing something wrong. She quickly put on an extremely bright smile, and her eyes curved with laughter.
“I slept most of the day at the hotel and took some medicine. I found myself getting better. I’m completely fine now. My body is still quite resilient, so I went out for a walk.”
“Resilient?” Joe raised an eyebrow, clearly unconvinced by her words. If her body was resilient, she wouldn’t have cried and pleaded with him to stop after just two times in bed.
Skylar nodded vigorously. “Of course. I was the long–distance running champion back in school. I have excellent athletic abilities.”
But her body had become weak after she’d returned to the Williamses and had to take care of Maisy.
Her words apparently made no difference to Joe. Although his suspicion was obvious, Skylar didn’t care.
He could think whatever he liked.
After all, it wasn’t a bad thing for women to be a little weak. It was better than men being weak.
“Let’s go back to the room.” Joe stepped forward and naturally embraced Skylar.
Skylar was already accustomed to the intimacy between the two of them. Even when Joe hugged around her shoulders, she’d naturally lean against him.
Even she didn’t realize that the habit had formed. Sometimes, it only took a few days for a habit to form.
As soon as the two entered the hotel’s elevator, there was a stiff figure outside the hotel’s glass door Christopher clenched his hands tightly as his eyes filled with disbelief.
That man… That man was Joe Martin! Skylar really was with another man, and it was Joe.
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Back in the hotel suite, Joe urged Skylar to take a shower as they finished dinner. Meanwhile, he went to
shower in another room.
The moment Skylar came out of the bathroom, Joe dragged her onto the bed. Having experienced it many times, Skylar understood what Joe wanted to do.
“Exercising after eating causes indigestion. I haven’t completely recovered from gastritis. This will only make things worse,” said Skylar.
Joe forcefully removed the bath towel, revealing his exceptional physique without any cover. His muscles were clearly defined. His entire being exuded an intense allure.
Skylar stared at him wide–eyed. In the end, she cried out in a miserable voice, begging him to stop.
Joe stopped, then hugged her and went to sleep contentedly.
Skylar had slept during the day. Plus, it was only somewhere between 7:00 pm and 8:00 pm, which wasn’t her normal bedtime. Still, she was too tired and fell asleep as she listened to Joe’s steady breaths.
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In the hospital, Jenny found herself in the intensive care unit as soon as she woke up. However, there were only medical staff around. She felt disappointed.
Early the next morning, Paul came to visit her. Seeing that it wasn’t Joe, Jenny felt a bit löst and asked,
Where’s Joe?”
She had hoped that the first person she’d see after waking up from the surgery would be Joe.
Hence, she felt disappointed not to see him. She’d had a major operation. She’d thought that Joe would
be worried and stay by her side.
But if he wasn’t at the hospital, it was very likely that he was with Skylar.
Paul saw that Jenny was feeling down. He immediately said in a gentle voice, “Mr. Martin didn’t sleep much the night before. He spent the whole day at the hospital waiting for your surgery to end.
“After confirming your surgery was successful, he went back to the hotel to rest. I’ll inform him that you’ve woken up shortly.”
Hearing Paul’s explanation, Jenny felt relieved. Even though she was a bit weak, she still asked the question she’d been curious about. “Does Joe really like Skylar?”
Over the years, so many people had tried to get close to him, but he’d rejected them all. He hadn’t gotten married all these years. Yet, he’d agreed to marry Skylar.
Although it had been Gloria’s request, no one could force Joe if he didn’t want to do something himself.
Jenny’s emotions fluctuated as she delved deeper into the whole situation.
Paul paused for a moment. He didn’t realize it at first. But now, he sensed that Jenny might have feelings
for Joe that extended beyond sibling affection.
“Mr. Martin and Ms. Sullivan have a very good relationship,” he answered.
Hearing that, Jenny felt a wave of sadness, and her eyes reddened. She didn’t want to say another word.
After a few minutes, Paul walked out of the room. He messaged Joe, informing him that Jenny was
awake.
Paul glanced inside the ward. He could sense that Jenny was unhappy. Why had she developed these
feelings for Joe? This wasn’t a good thing for him.
At the hotel, Skylar was brushing her teeth and noticed that the hickey on her collarbone had become more pronounced. She was a bit annoyed by it. “Mr–Martin, can you stop marking my collarbone?”
Almost all the dresses she had bought had spaghetti straps, leaving her collarbone exposed. Now, she couldn’t wear those dresses because of the hickey.
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She wanted to take beautiful pictures, but even a concealer couldn’t cover up the mark.
Joe was brushing his teeth beside Skylar. Hearing her request, he glanced at her collarbone.
Last night, in the heat of the moment, he’d kissed her there again.
Seeing the previous marks had made him even more passionate, so he’d kissed the same spot again. It was as if the marks he left on her body signaled to others that this woman was taken.
The thought of that made his throat itch, especially since she had asked in such a sweet tone. “It’s because you’re too tempting,” Joe said. He gulped as he suppressed his desire to make out with her.
Listening to his excuse, Skylar’s face flushed. “It’s because you can’t control yourself. I’m not the one
seducing you.”
“When you tearfully call me ‘darling‘ in bed, both your expression and tone were alluring.”
“That’s because you…” Skylar stopped mid–retort. It was ridiculous to be discussing this right after waking
- up.
Joe raised an eyebrow as he smirked. “Because I what?”
Skylar took a deep breath, unwilling to back down. “Because you keep pushing me. If you have the guts, stop making me call you ‘darling‘ during sex.
“No. If you have the guts, stop sleeping in the same bed with me.”
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With that, Skylar stormed out of the bathroom, visibly upset. Just as she was leaving, she turned back and angrily shouted at Joe, “Men are real assholes once they’re off the bed!”
Joe was somewhat taken aback by Skylar’s outburst. He hadn’t seen her so angry, let alone cursing.
However, he wasn’t mad. He felt that Skylar was becoming more comfortable expressing her true emotions in front of him.
This was the real her. And her authenticity made him want to pull her back to bed and hold her close.
After having breakfast at the hotel, Skylar decided to accompany Joe to the hospital to visit Jenny. They got into the car without looking around or paying attention to anything else.
Meanwhile, a disheveled and stubbly Christopher watched them leave the hotel together. Their interactions looked intimate.
“Skylar, you rejected me because of him? When did you become so shallow? What kind of person is Joe? He’d never lacked women around him; he’s just playing with you.” Christopher’s eyes were filled with fury.
He knew too well the hold Joe had over women. Ordinary people like them would seem insignificant in
Joe’s presence.
Christopher had been ensnared by Maisy because she was wealthy. She was the type of woman he
couldn’t normally get close to. Hence, it had been easy for him to lose his rationality over her.
He knew exactly what it was like to walk this path. Although it pained him to see Skylar going down the same road, he was determined to help her leave it behind.
That’s right. He would find a chance to take Skylar away.
This hotel would cost an arm and a leg. With limited funds, Christopher couldn’t afford to stay there. He had stayed in a small guesthouse the night before and planned to continue his stay there today.
He wanted to wait for the right opportunity to take Skylar away.
Hospitals always had the distinct smell of disinfectant. Skylar didn’t go into the intensive care unit. Instead, she stood by the window and observed the situation inside.
Joe changed into sterilized clothing and entered the room. Whatever he said to Jenny seemed to make her very happy.
Jenny had just finished her surgery and was still under close observation. But it seemed that she had. endless things to say, and they talked for a long time.
When the visiting time ended, Jenny reluctantly let Joe go. He comforted her before walking out of the intensive care unit. Jenny turned her head to look at Skylar.
Seeing Skylar’s stunning beauty, Jenny’s smile stiffened slightly. But she quickly and politely nodded at
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Skylar. Skylar responded with a smile.
Joe then walked over to Skylar’s side, putting his arm around her. “Let’s go.”
“What about here?” Skylar asked.
“Leave it to Paul,” Christopher replied.
“Okay.”
Jenny watched as the couple embraced each other. She felt a pang in her chest.
Was it due to the aftereffects of her surgery? Or was it due to the realization that Joe genuinely liked Skylar? Regardless, her heart felt undeniably uncomfortable.
After leaving the hospital, Joe took Skylar on a boat to an island near Korel City. The island’s entertainment facilities and hotels were all properties of Martin Group.
“Do you like diving?” Joe asked.
eyes lit up
Skylar’s eyes
up
with excitement. “I’ve never gone diving before, but I’d love to learn.”
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Seeing Skylar showing interest, Joe smiled and said, “Alright.”
Skylar looked at Joe, who appeared somewhat gentle. She drifted off slightly in thought.
One had to admit that Joe was a charismatic man. Apart from his appearance, he excelled in all other aspects. Those who were cherished and loved by him would definitely be very happy.
But Skylar knew she wouldn’t be the one he wanted to choose in his heart. So, she let the thought swirl in her mind for a moment.
Then, Skylar Immediately joined Joe and several other coaches to learn how to scuba dive.
She knew how to swim. Growing up in the countryside, she had followed her brothers up and down the mountains and swum with them. But she had never gone diving before.
As she followed the coach’s Instructions step by step, Skylar felt her blood boil with excitement. She was sure she could do it.
Before long, Skylar began diving with the coach’s guidance, and Joe was right beside her.
As Skylar looked at the underwater world before her, she felt like she had entered a magical realm. Watching Joe at ease beside her, she truly envied him. He must dive often.
Time passed without them realizing it. When Skylar surfaced and boarded the boat, she was still filled with excitement. “Joe, thank you! I’m really happy!” she exclaimed.
Her gratitude came straight from the heart. Skylar genuinely appreciated Joe. If he hadn’t brought her here to dive, this wouldn’t have been part of her trip.
Joe’s gaze lingered on her bright smile. She wasn’t wearing any makeup. But her face looked pure and fair, exuding a youthful charm. “As long as you’re happy. In the future, just come whenever you want,” Joe. said softly.
“Okay.” Skylar nodded.
They also did surfing and other activities aside from diving. Joe practically tried every entertainment facility with her.
As they prepared to leave the island, Skylar couldn’t help but feel reluctant. “I was so engrossed in having fun that I forgot to take some photos,” she lamented.
Joe looked at her, then magically produced a bag from behind him and handed it to her. “Take a look. inside.”
Skylar was curious and surprised. She opened the bag and found a thick stack of photos inside.
“Photos?” Were these postcards from the island?
When she took out the photos and saw what was at the front, her eyes widened in disbelief. She looked at Joe. “These are the photos of us playing just now. When were these taken?”
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Skylar must’ve been so focused on playing that she hadn’t noticed a photographer around. There was even a scene of her underwater diving. The happy moments seemed frozen in the photos.
“Do you like them?” Joe asked.
Skylar nodded repeatedly. “They’re amazing.”
Joe smiled and said, “Such things are best left to professionals. ”
Skylar was too focused on flipping through the photos. There were so many, and she wanted to savor each one slowly. Thus, she didn’t catch the underlying meaning in Joe’s words.
“Quick, take a look too. You look so cool in this one! Joe, you’re even more handsome than a movie star!” Skylar exclaimed as she handed Joe the photo she picked out with him in it. Today’s Joe was a Joe she had never seen before.
“Really? More handsome than your favorite actor, Austin Powell?” Joe asked.
tou
Skylar paused for a moment. She suddenly remembered the time she and Natalie had gone to visit Charles together.
They’d seen Austin there. His acting skills were indeed top–notch in the entertainment industry.
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Under Natalie’s influence, Skylar had also watched movies or dramas that Austin had acted in. She wasn’t
as much of a fan of him as Natalie was, but she was still a fan nonetheless.
However, as much as that was true, she couldn’t bring herself to lie. To her…
Gazing at Joe, she solemnly said, “Of course, I think you’re more handsome than him. Besides…”
Her gaze quietly fell on his toned abdominal muscles and illac furrows. Immense power seemed to emanate from his defined muscles.
is throat.
“Besides?” Joe sensed where she was looking and felt a tightening sensation in his
Skylar immediately looked away, blushing slightly. “Besides, you have a better figure than him.”
She’d once watched a movie in which Austin had played the role of a killer. There had been scenes where he’d been shirtless
It might be subjective, but she would’ve agreed with Natalie that Austin had a nice figure if she hadn’t seen Joe’s.
Skylar blushed as she sincerely praised Jo
Noticing that, Joe’s gaze became gentle. “I may not be able
to hold back if you keep looking at me like that.”
“Hold what back?” Skylar was stunned.
Joe abruptly leaned forward. He whispered into her ears, “Hold back… the urge to bed you.”
Skylar almost dropped the photos.
Lately, she had come to understand how wild and domineering Joe was in bed. But there were others around, and they weren’t in the privacy of their room.
He actually had the nerve to… How dared he say such things?
“Joe!” she called out, displeased.
Joe suddenly kissed her. After a passionate kiss, he spoke into her ear, his tone low and seductive. “You should call me that when we’re in bed. I like that.”
Skylar was still out of breath as she glared at him.
Joe arched an eyebrow at her. “Do you fancy it this way?”
Skylar was rendered speechless. She didn’t fancy anything!
After
returning to the hotel, Joe received a call from Paul. It must be about Jenny.
Skylar didn’t ask him about it. She first tidied up her belongings and put the photos in her luggage. Then, she checked her phone on the couch.
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Janine and the others were concerned about her safety in Korel City. They reminded her to look after
herself during the trip.
Steven, who knew her relationship with Joe, was the least worried. He merely told her to enjoy her stay and that he would introduce her to his girlfriend when she was back.
“You should rest. I’m going to the hospital,” Joe told her after changing.
*Sure.” Skylar nodded. Then, she continued, “It’s probably peak hour now. Be careful on the road.”
Upon hearing that, Joe felt moved. His deep gaze fell on her. At that moment, he had the urge to hug her.
Skylar noticed he was still at the door, staring at her. Puzzled, she asked, “What’s wrong?”
Why was he behaving oddly?
She had just looked at herself in the mirror when she’d gone to the bathroom. Besides being slightly. tanned from staying under the sun, she didn’t have anything on her face now, did she?
*
“It’s nothing. I may be back late tonight. You should go to bed first.” Joe withdrew his gaze and left after saying that.
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surgery yesterday had
At the hospital, the doctor in charge of Jenny explained her condition to Joe. The surgery
been a success.
However, Jenny was feeling downcast today for some reason. It was affecting her recovery after the
surgery.
“Usually, this happens when something is weighing on the patient’s mind. So, we need you to talk to her,
Mr. Martin.”
Joe then went to the intensive care unit.
Initially, Jenny was sleeping. Probably sensing someone approaching, she opened her eyes. The moment
she saw him, she thought she was dreaming. “Joe.”
Was it really him? She thought he only had eyes for Skylar and wasn’t concerned about her. Her eyes
reddened, and aggrievement filled her heart,
Joe furrowed his brows silently when he saw her reddened eyes. “The doctor told me about your condition. Is something making you unhappy?”
Jenny bit her lip and felt even more aggrieved. Her eyes reddened further. Still, she knew there were some
things that she should keep to herself.
She merely shook her head. “I’m just afraid that I won’t recover and will be a burden to you. Besides, I’m graduating soon. I’m worried it’ll be affected.”
Joe consoled her. “You don’t have to worry about all those things. Your surgery was a success. Also, your college contacted me. Don’t worry, this won’t affect your graduation.”
Jenny couldn’t help but weep. “Thanks, Joe.”
“Focus on your recovery. You’ll be discharged in no time.”
Jenny recalled the affection Joe had shown Skylar that morning and felt her chest tighten. She requested
softly, “Can you keep me company, Joe?”
“Sure. I’ll stay with you until visiting hours end,” Joe agreed.
Upon getting what she wished for, the uneasiness Jenny felt dissipated. She must be irreplaceable to him.
He would agree as long as she requested his company.
“Are you going back to Jipsburg soon?” asked Jenny.
He’d put aside his heavy workload just to accompany her through her surgery. Others could only wish for that to happen. Every second of his time was precious.
At that thought, Jenny smiled sweetly.
Joe nodded. “I’m going back two days later. Paul will handle everything else for you. Call him if anything’s
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He’d just asked Paul to book a flight back to Jipsburg City for himself and Skylar.
On the boat ride, Skylar had said she was going back after two days. He’d thought about it and realized he could go back with her.
Upon hearing that, Jenny pursed her lips. “Okay, I will look after myself. After I graduate, I’ll head back to Jipsburg. You won’t have to keep coming to Korel City, then. I can also take care of Grandma when I’m
back.”
At the mention of Gloria, Joe’s gaze softened: “Alright. Take good care of yourself.”
Jenny noticed he appeared more refreshed today compared to yesterday. Smiling, she said, “It looks like you eyes aren’t bloodshot
anymore.
had a good rest, as I told you to. You seem to be in better condition today. Your “, “It looks like
Joe was stunned. After the intimacy he and Skylar had shared in bed last night, he remembered sleeping through the night with Skylar in his arms. That had felt extremely refreshing.
He knew he was sleeping better because he hugged Skylar while sleeping.
“Indeed, I slept earlier last night and had a restful night.” As he remembered what it felt like to hug Skylar, his heart grew tender. Even his usually cold features seemed to glow gently.
Jenny thought it was because of her that
Could sleep well. “You should go to bed early after this.
Health matters more than anything else. If you stay up at night every day, your body won’t be able to keep
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Ever since Jenny had discovered that Joe suffered from insomnia, she’d done her best to persuade him
to go to bed early.
He used to listen to her, but after she’d started attending college in Korel City, no one had been there to
monitor him
His condition had always been quite severe.
She decided to find a job in Jipsburg City after this. She could then monitor his sleep routine.
Joe nodded. A little while later, the nurse reminded him that visiting hours were over. Jenny felt reluctant
to see him leave.
Nevertheless, her mood had lifted. She wanted to recover as soon as she could and graduate smoothly
Then, she could return to Jipsburg!
After leaving the intensive care unit, Joe told Paul, “Let’s head back to the hotel and rest. The caretaker
will take over.”
“Alright. I’ve bought the flight tickets,” replied Paul.
Jenny’s condition wasn’t actually that severe. She didn’t have to go to Jipsburg for her surgery, which meant she’d exaggerated her condition when she’d called Joe several days ago.
However, Paul couldn’t tell Joe all that.
If he’d been able to notice that, naturally, Joe had as well. Otherwise, after making the necessary arrangements at the hospital, Joe wouldn’t have gone back to Skylar and only stayed when he was
needed.
Joe checked his watch. It was neither too late nor too early to return to the hotel. “Okay, let’s go.”
Skylar didn’t go to bed early. After her shower, she lay on the bed as she managed her online orders. Somehow, she’d received many orders today. There were all sorts of appraisal requests.
Shed even received one from a woman who’d needed her service before. The woman claimed she was
pregnant before this.
This time, there weren’t any weird/requests from her. Instead, she showed Skylar a painting, which was obviously an antique painting that was worth a fortune.
The artistic conception it conveyed was especially mesmerizing. Those who laid eyes on it would easily be captivated by the utopia and happy family it portrayed.
Those who lacked familial love, in particular, would change their perception of certain things after seeing
The painting wasn’t the work of a typical artist, Judging from the bewitching properties it hid, it might be
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the artwork of gifted individuals from the Troflan era.
This sort of painting should have already been destroyed a long time ago. It was surprising to know someone still owned one now, and it had ended up with that woman.
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Skylar pitied the man whom that woman was interested in. It would be fine if he had strong determination and was fiercely loyal to his wife. Things would go wrong if he succumbed to temptation.
“Is this painting truly an antique painting?” asked the woman.
Skylar read the question. Frowning, she asked her back, “Why would you come to me to appraise this painting?”
“Somehow, my gut tells me you won’t lie to me. Besides, I read the comments left by others under your account. There weren’t any bad reviews at all. Many well–known individuals have even commented that you have a good eye for this.
“There’s only one thing I want to know–is this painting really an antique painting?”
She probably understood that Skylar wasn’t the sort to play dirty, so her only request was fairly straightforward.
Skylar lowered her gaze. Then, she affirmed the woman’s assumption.
At that moment, someone knocked at the door. She was surprised.
Was Joe already back so soon? He had the room card and could enter as he liked, right? Could he have forgotten to take the room card?
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Puzzled, Skylar opened the door. At the same time, she asked, “Don’t you have the room card with you?
However, she stopped talking abruptly. Instead, she asked, “It’s you? Christopher, how did you find me?”
Christopher was in a black suit, the uniform worn by the hotel staff. His name was written on the name
tag.
His obsessed gaze lingered on Skylar. Then, it fell on the suite behind her–It was the most expensive suite in the hotel. At that moment, his eyes burned with envy.
“Come with me! Babe, do you know Joe is just fooling around with you? The elite circle isn’t for you. The Martins are different from the Williamses.
“Things are already complicated enough in the Williams family. It’ll only be worse in his family! Why would you want to be Joe’s plaything?”
Christopher’s eyes were bloodshot. It was as though he was doing all he could to shake some sense into
Skylar,
“Christopher, you disgust me! You and I have nothing to do with each other. You won’t get anything by pestering me!” Skylar said coldly.
Christopher became agitated. “You’re just a way to pass the time to him. Indeed, you can experience more things you never have the chance to through him, but that’s all. All of those things are out of your reach! They won’t ever belong to you. Do you understand me?
“If this goes on, he’ll abandon you. It’ll be too late, even if you want to turn back then.
“Look at me. I’m a good example. I thought Maisy was sincere about me, but alas! She was only fooling around with me and would never devote herself to me.
“Come with me now, and I’ll let everything that has happened recently slide. As long as you’re inclined, we can go back to how we used to be.
“Think about the times we had together. It was blissful then. We only had eyes for each other.
“Now that we’ve experienced all the temptations, we won’t fall for the same tricks anymore. As long as you agree to let me take you away, we’ll get married right now and have children in the future. Happiness.
is within our reach!
“Wake up, Skylar. Let’s go now. Anyone may hurt you–even Joe is playing with your feelings–but I’m sincere! I swear you’ll be the only one for me, and I’ll be nice to you for the rest of my life! I vow to die a horrible death if I ever mistreat you!”
Skylar’s face became colder as she listened to Christopher’s speech. Looking at him as though he were an idiot, she asked, “Done?”
“Babe, there’s so much more I want to tell you, but I know I don’t have much time. Come with me, okay? I won’t hurt you, babe. Give me one last chance. I promise I won’t hurt you!” Christopher reached out to
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grab her hand.
Skylar shoved him out. “Get out!”
She was indifferent, and her eyes were filled with disdain. Her reaction sent a cold sensation washing over Christopher as his agitation went out like a blown candle.
She couldn’t even be bothered to say anything else to him.
With reddened eyes, Christopher asked. “Babe, do you really have the heart to see me sad?”
Was he changing his approach now? Skylar was used to his tricks. In the past, he’d always deceived her
like this. Everything he said was nonsense.
Skylar used the hotel phone to call reception. “One of your staff members is harassing me. I’m taking this
to court.”
On the other end of the receiver, the staff was flustered. They quickly sent security to her room.
Christopher’s eyes widened. “Are you really that cruel? So much so that you’re leaving me with no way
out?”
Skylar stared at him impassively. “You surprise me. To think that there’s actually someone who can get more shameless every time I see them.”
Going red with anger, Christopher pointed at her. “You’re just someone who has been played with by Joe. Who else but me will truly care for you after this?
“Instead of appreciating me, you’re being cold to me. You’ll regret this! You’ll definitely regret this!”
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The security came in a jiffy. They arrived just as Christopher had been about to fly off the handle.
When they saw someone in the hotel staff uniform yelling at a guest, a cold sweat broke out all over them.
Skylar said coldly, “I hope to hear a satisfactory explanation from your side. How did someone like this pass the evaluation to work here? I’ll make a police report after this,”
The manager, Dave Dalton, who’d come with the security, wiped his sweat. He apologized humbly, “I truly apologize for our negligence. This man doesn’t seem to be one of our staff members. I’ll call the police now to investigate this incident. Please give us a chance to redeem ourselves.”
ow dare you?
Christopher’s face was a bright shade of red out of anger. “You’re calling the police? How You’re humiliating me! Do you hate me that much?”
Hate? Skylar’s eyes were filled with frost as memories emerged in her mind. “Hate” couldn’t even start to describe how she felt toward Christopher, Maisy, and the rest.
“What’s going on?” questioned a deep and imposing male voice.
Everyone looked toward him.
Joe had a pair of glasses on, which was a rare sight. It diminished the sternness in his eyes and brought out his aloof yet intellectual demeanor.
However, even though some people were unintentionally imposing, they could send shivers running down others‘ spines with a mere look
The moment Christopher saw him, he demanded in devastation, “Let Skylar go, Joe! She’s my girlfriend. There are so many women you can choose from or play with. Why must you steal my girlfriend?”
The hotel staff stifled their breaths and dared not look at Joe. Two security guards held Christopher in
firm grasp.
Joe merely glanced at him, as though he were nothing but scum. Then, Joe looked at Skylar. Seeing that she was unharmed, he turned to Dave. “I want an explanation after you deal with this.”
Dave paled. “Sure! Don’t worry, Mr. Martin. I’ll definitely take serious action.”
“You! Joe Martin, you blatantly play with women just because you’re one of the Martins. If it weren’t for your family, do you think Skylar would sleep with you? I’m the one she likes. She’s just being fooled by you for now!” Out of anger, Christopher spoke without thinking it through.
Joe looked at him condescendingly. He icily said, “Throw him out of here.”
Because of his word choice, the security guards harshly dragged Christopher into the elevator. They even covered his mouth.
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Christopher’s eyes reddened further. As the elevator doors closed, he could only watch as Joe hugged
Skylar.
The intimacy between them made him so outrageously envious. He felt like screaming out loud at the thought of Skylar having carried out intimate activities with another man.
Dave was in the elevator with him. He was still weak at the knees out of fright. If he could get away with it, he would’ve given the lunatic before him a good beating.
The nerve of this man! How dared Christopher offend Joe? Most importantly, his actions could have gotten Dave into trouble, too!
The moment the room door closed, Joe used their height difference to his advantage and pushed Skylar
against the door.
Without giving her time to say anything, he kissed her. He seemed to be punishing her and expressing his
emotions through the kiss.
Skylar felt her tongue go numb, and her body became limp.
After a long while, just as she was starting to feel suffocated, Joe let her go. However, he breathed heavily right beside her ear. His tone was deep as he asked, “Do you still have feelings for that scum?”
Scum? She belatedly realized who he was referring to.
There was a fleeting moment when she felt as though Joe was jealous. However, she brushed it off. How could that be? He must’ve felt uneasy after what Christopher had said.
“You said it. He’s a scum. How would I have feelings for him?” Skylar answered honestly.
Her answer pleased Joe. He lowered his head and kissed her lips several more times. His kisses were gentle this time.
Skylar blushed at their interaction. “You… How is Ms. Scott doing?”
Joe seemed dissatisfied that she was distracted. Without answering her, he kissed her again, and things. spiraled out of control. Joe led her from the door to the bed.
After they were done, Skylar recalled what had just happened while taking her shower. She bit her lip, which was still aching.
How dared he? She took a deep breath as her face reddened.
Joe approached the bathroom with a tube of medicine. He hadn’t been able to hold back just now, and he might’ve hurt her. So, he’d gotten her some medicine.
Looking at her, he realized she was blushing even more than when they’d been in bed. Could she have
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“Why did you leave a mark here? Joe, that’s too much!” Skylar complained.
Joe’s gaze became profound. He gulped and said, “I’ll watch out next time.”
Skylar was mad. “There. Won’t. Be. A. Next. Time.”
She decided she wouldn’t let him anywhere near her before the mark disappeared!
Joe was drifting off to sleep when mumbles woke him up.
As he opened his eyes, he heard Skylar mumble in her sleep.
She seemed to be complaining of his ruthless behavior. “Are you a beast, Joe?”
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Skylar continued, “You’re a beast.”
Amused, Joe pulled her closer to him. He whispered coaxing words into her ear. Looking back, he had indeed failed to constrain himself.
Next time… He’d think about that when the time came.
At the same time, Dave took Christopher to the nearest police station.
The hotel demanded compensation. It was because Christopher had not only harassed their also smeared their reputation. The hotel’s representative lawyer was there, too.
guest but
It was only then that Christopher felt alarmed. Right now, he faced the possibility of being detained and paying a hefty compensation to the hotel!
He paled out of shock. When the realization kicked in, he apologized to Dave and the police, but to no avail. The hotel was steadfast in making him pay.
There was strong evidence that he’d schemed to harass their guest. The claim he’d made about Skylar being his girlfriend was only an excuse.
The lawyer had learned about the situation from Paul before coming to the police station. Paul had urged the lawyer to seize the opportunity to make Christopher pay a heavy price.
He should face the consequences for harassing Skylar and being rude to Joe!
To secure his job, Dave ignored Christopher’s pleas for mercy.
In the end, Christopher was detained for five days and was required to compensate the hotel with 200
thousand dollars.
Skylar learned about it the next day, when she woke up. She didn’t feel anything about it. Christopher
deserved it.
Noting her impassive expression and lack of concern for Christopher’s situation, Joe smiled. “I’ll take you fishing today. We can go snorkeling, too. Are you up for it?”
Skylar immediately nodded. “Of course!”
She greatly anticipated going out to sea and going fishing!
At noon, Jenny, whose condition had stabilized, was transferred to the ward. Paul and the caretaker rushed in and out of the room while handling her matters.
Lying on the bed, Jenny looked disappointed. She looked at the door several times, hoping to see the one she wished to see..
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Paul noticed her behavior but cleverly remained silent.
At last, Jenny couldn’t hold back anymore. She asked, “Paul, did Joe say when he’d come? Is he busy with
work?”
Joe had told his employees that he’d come here for business purposes. His work couldn’t have taken up his entire day, could it? Although she understood that he was busy, she still wanted to see him.
Paul replied, “Mr. Martin and Ms. Sullivan had gone out to sea and might only return at dusk. Mr. Martin will probably only come to the hospital at night.
“Have a good rest, Ms. Scott. You may meet him when you’re awake.”
“They went out to sea?” Jenny’s face changed.
During the few years she’d been in Korel City, she’d only gone out to sea with her friends. Joe had never accompanied her. Yet now, he’d taken Skylar with him.
“Before he left in the morning, Mr. Martin texted me. You don’t have to worry about liaising with the hospital. I’ve made the arrangements. Everything will be fine.” Paul pretended like he didn’t notice her disappointment.
Jenny’s face was already pale from the surgery. Now, her lips became pale, too. “Joe is really nice to Ms.
Sullivan.”
They’d gone out to sea alone… How romantic. She looked forward to experiencing such romance.
Were they that close to each other? Did Joe really love Skylar?
Paul nodded. “Mso
is worthy of it.
rthy of it.”
He rarely expressed his respect for a woman, but Skylar was different. She was deserving of his admiration!
Not only had she saved him, but she was also capable. She was kind to others and always kept a low profile. It didn’t surprise Paul at all that Joe liked her.
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Jenny rarely heard Paul praise someone. However, judging from his tone, he wasn’t being polite or flattering anyone. Instead, he truly thought Skylar was worthy of admiration
In that instant, Jenny’s heart sank. Under the blanket, her hands were clasped tightly together.
In a hospital in Jipsburg City, derogatory remarks were heard coming from a ward. Patients from the
other wards couldn’t sleep in peace because of that.
So, they complained to the staff nurse, Hilary Dean.
Hilary had a headache upon receiving those complaints.
She’d never expected a lady from a distinguished family to be so ill–mannered. Besides, although her
family seemed conscientious, they were actually perfunctory in caring for her.
They showed no patience toward her at all. Otherwise, the patient wouldn’t have had such a slow
recovery and kept losing her temper.
She was only throwing tantrums because of her family’s attitude.
Hilary had seen various patients and their families. She understood what was actually happening.
As she entered the ward, she saw a smashed bowl and spilled food on the floor. She was startled. It was
more serious than she’d thought. She was truly rendered speechless.
In the ward, food was splattered all over Samuel and Peter. They were in a sorry state. Both men were dashing. They were from a wealthy family, after all. Yet now, their branded clothes were all ruined.
When Samuel saw Hilary enter, his face changed. Suppressing his anger, he told Sadie, “Mom, can you
stop acting up?”
“Acting up? If you treated me better and taken better care of me, would I be so mad? All I did was complain about being in discomfort and that the food was not to my taste.
I
“You two frowned and got angry with me because of that! How can I not be angry?” Sadie defended
herself.
She’d just gone through the pain of amputation and needed her family’s undivided care at this moment.
But what had they done?
They’d scorned her for being disabled!
They were impatient with her and didn’t take good care of her. Despite staying in the ward with her, they were all playing with their phones. When she wanted some water, they thought she was being fussy.
Upon listening to her, Samuel and Peter looked grumpy.
Samuel, in particular, couldn’t put up with it anymore. “Can you not be so unreasonable, Mom? It’s good
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enough that we put our work aside to accompany you, you know? Why can’t you understand us?”
He couldn’t understand how his elegant and well–mannered mother had ended up in this state. She was
no different from a shrew now.
Sadie was so mad that her eyes reddened. “You! I worked hard to raise you all, and this is how you treat
me?”
They always had a comeback for whatever she said.
Peter frowned. His patience wore out.
Hilary understood what was going on after listening to them. Sadie’s family must not have tried their best to comfort her. That was why Sadie was so displeased.
Hilary said, “Other patients‘ families have complained that you’re too noisy. It’s not easy to look after a patient, especially when she has just come out of surgery.
“She will have mood swings, and that, in turn, requires more patience from the family to communicate and console her. Is there anyone else in the family who can look after her?”
The last question was directed to Samuel and Peter. Peter refused to say anything.
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All Samuel could say was, “There’s my elder brother and younger sister. I’ll call them over.”
Perhaps it would be easier to communicate with Sadie if Kenny and Maisy were here.
After all, Sadie loved Maisy the most. Maisy was also obedient; she must be more patient than him and Peter.
Hilary knew there were others in their family. However, those two…..
Sadie exclaimed, “Don’t ask them to come! They are just the same as you two! I’ve cared for you all for nothing!
“No matter how naughty you were when you were young. I patiently took care of you until you were all grown up. But you….”
Sadie was thoroughly hurt. If she could relive her life, she would never give birth to so many children.
“Mom, who else do you want to care for you if not us? Dad’s busy at work. It’s good enough for him to
drop by occasionally. You should know our situation now, right?” Samuel was pissed.
Sadie’s face changed. At that moment, she remembered someone. The one who’d patiently looked after her when she’d been sick with the flu.
She hadn’t thought much about it then. But now, she realized she’d taken things for granted.
She instructed, “Get Skylar to come. Find her! You didn’t tell her that I was in an accident and had to undergo amputation, did you? She would’ve come to visit me if you’d told her!
“Try to get her to come. Go to Janine. She will be able to contact Skylar. No, go to Skylar’s workplace and
ask her to come!”
Yes, the one she’d thought of was Skylar.
Samuel answered, “Mom, I didn’t tell you this because I feared you’d be sad. Skylar knows about your accident. She came on the day of your surgery. When she saw that your surgery had ended smoothly, she
left.
“We’ve been trying to contact her for the past few days, but she’s blocked all of us. Maisy asked Janine, but Janie couldn’t be bothered. We called her workplace and found out she’s now on leave. No one knows
where she is.”
Anger filled Samuel when he mentioned Skylar.
She didn’t know any better! How much could she earn from that job? They could pay her a sum equal to her yearly salary every month if she took care of Sadie.
Sadie’s eyes widened. “How… could that be…
Hilary understood their situation. She patiently suggested, “Hire a caretaker, then. If this continues, the hospital will have a hard time explaining things to the other patients and their families.”
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Although it was a private hospital, those admitted there were either wealthy or reputable. It wouldn’t be easy to deal with them.
Peter took several deep breaths. Then, he stood up and told her, “Don’t worry, we’ll talk things through
nicely.”
Hilary nodded and headed out.
Just as she left, Peter told Sadie sternly, “Mom, stop making a fuss. Let’s talk nicely. We may be able to get Skylar to look after you forever, but we have to talk.”
Samuel glanced at him. It seemed they had the same thought.
They must use different means when dealing with Skylar. Otherwise, she would think they were helpless against her.
Sadie finally calmed down. “Okay, go ahead.”
When evening came, the rays of the setting sun cascaded over the ocean. It formed a scene so gorgeous that it was captivating.
The boat headed toward the pier. Skylar leaned against Joe as they admired the view in silence. “If I could freeze time, it would be nice to freeze it right here and now,” Skylar said.
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Joe looked down at her. “Have you fallen for me?”
Skylar’s back stiffened, and she moved slightly further from him.
These few days, they had been…
Besides, she clearly felt herself having feelings for him. She believed not many women could stop themselves from falling for him.
However, she recalled the time when they registered their marriage and the agreement they had recently.
Her gaze fell on the sunset. “I thought we weren’t supposed to talk about love. I’ve always kept that in
mind.”
Upon hearing that, Joe’s deep gaze became even more profound. His smile slowly disappeared. “That’s true. We aren’t supposed to talk about love.”
Skylar’s eyelashes fluttered. She felt something tugging at her heart, and a wave of pain washed over her. Taking a deep breath, she pretended nothing had happened.
At that moment, they became even more distant from each other.
The boat returned to the pier in no time. After it docked, Joe and Skylar drove back to the hotel. They had
dinner brought up to their room.
Joe took his shower and changed into casual wear. Just as he was putting on his watch, Skylar exited the
bathroom.
Joe glanced at her. In an emotionless tone, he said, “I’m going to the hospital.”
“Sure.” Skylar nodded. She was gently drying her hair with a towel.
After Joe left, Skylar glanced at the door. Then, she looked away and took the hair dryer to dry her hair.
20 minutes passed. Jenny was in the hospital, reading the encouraging messages from her friends.
Their concern didn’t matter much to her, though. The person she wanted to meet most was Joe. However, he had gone out to sea with Skylar and might not visit her.
The caretaker, Camilla Pallas, took great care of her.
She glanced at Camilla. “It’s almost time for bed. You should go and rest, too.”
“Oh, it’s fine. I’ll leave when you’re asleep.” Camilla liked Jenny a lot. She heard that her parents had passed away and tried her best to look after her.
Jenny sweetly thanked her.
Camilla grinned. “If only my future daughter–in–law can be as sweet and adorable as you!”
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Since she was young, Jenny knew how to get along with others. No matter who it was, she would be kind
and amiable to them. She smiled sincerely and said, “You’re a nice person, so your wish will come true.”
Camilla laughed. “I appreciate that.” Then, she put more care into tidying the room.
Perhaps she really would have an understanding daughter–in–law in the future!
At that time, Joe entered. His features softened when he heard laughter in the room.
Camilla tensed up when she saw him. He was imposing. Despite her age, she dared not look him in the
eye.
“Joe!” Jenny was thrilled to see him.
Her movements were restricted after the surgery. Otherwise, she would’ve thrown herself at him. However, she shook that thought aside the moment it appeared. Joe disliked being too close to others. Even though they grew up together, he disliked coming too close to her. He wouldn’t even let her link arms with him or hug him. She hugged him once, and he scolded her.
At first, she would feel upset over it. Then, she realized that he treated everyone else equally. Annie, in particular, had tried various approaches to get closer to Joe. She claimed she was close friends with him and tried to use Rowan to get nearer to him. In the end, she was no more than a stranger to Joe. On the other hand, Jenny thought she was important to Joe. Joe would help handle a lot of her affairs.
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Jenny could choose her favorite major without any reservations.
How do you feel today? Joe walked to the bedside and asked.
“I feel much better today. I heard Paul say that you and Skylar went out to sea. Did you have a lot of fun?” Jenny asked, looking envious. She dearly wished that she was the person who went out to sea with him.
Joe acknowledged faintly. He was probably thinking of something unhappy, exuding a solemn air. He didn’t say a word about his feelings about going out to sea.
Jenny keenly sensed some hints for the reason.
Did they quarrel? Didn’t have a good day at sea?
She blinked with envious anticipation on her face. “I haven’t been out to sea with you before, Joe. How about you accompany me to the sea after I recover?”
“There will be a chance next time. It’s getting late. Get some rest,” he replied faintly.
Joe was normally a quiet person. But today, Jenny clearly felt that he was cold and indifferent. He restrained himself a little in front of her, but she could still feel that he was in a bad mood.
She
wasn’t usually a curious person, but she couldn’t help but feel a little curious at this moment.
“Joe, are you not in a good mood? Is there anything that you mind sharing with me?” Jenny hurriedly stopped Joe, who was about to leave.
Joe stopped in his tracks. He turned to Jenny and said, “It’s nothing. Go to sleep.”
With that, he strode out of the ward.
Jenny stared at the closed door, feeling dumbfounded. She couldn’t help biting her lip.
Camilla, who stood next to her, regained her composure. Upon noticing that Jenny didn’t look quite good, she asked with some concern, “Ms. Scott, is everything alright?”
Jenny shook her head and said, “It’s nothing.” Secretly, she clenched her firsts.
Joe returned to the hotel after leaying the hospital. He stood at the entrance of the hotel but did not go in. He lit a cigarette, and the smoke swirled around him, making his appearance look a little grim.
Joe looked inside the hotel, then suddenly let out a cold laugh.
He finally understood.
There was a line that he found indistinct, and he felt a certain impulse to cross it. He wouldn’t fall for Skylar. He could only say that they were indeed very compatible in bed.
A few minutes later, Skylar could feel that Joe had returned. She had just fallen asleep not long ago.
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Out of habit, Skylar didn’t avoid him and even moved closer. After a while, Joe finally fell asleep while holding Skylar, His breathing gradually settled into a calm and steady rhythm.
The next morning, Joe Informed Skylar that he had a three–hour video conference scheduled for the day. Upon hearing that, Skylar decided she would visit the hotel’s aquarium.
Skylar walked out, bag in hand, while Joe was in the middle of his video conference. She closed the door gently. Joe glanced at the door, then returned his focus to the screen.
After getting off the elevator, Skylar followed the staff’s instructions and headed to the aquarium.
She had rarely visited the aquarium since she was a child. The last time might have been during a summer vacation in high school when Steven took them there once. The tickets were too expensive for
them back then.
She had even less time after she went to college as she had to work part–time for her tuition fees and
living expenses.
After entering the aquarium, she took several photos and sent them all to their family WhatsApp group. Several of her family members saw it and praised her for her photography skills, telling her to have fun.
The hotel’s aquarium was huge. By the time she finished strolling around, three hours had already passed.
Joe called when Skylar was heading back to their hotel after leaving the aquarium.
“I’m going to the hospital. Are you coming?” he asked.
Thinking that they were returning to Jipsburg the next day and should visit Jenny before they left, Skylar replied, “Okay, I’ll wait for you in front of the hotel.”
She waited for a few minutes before Joe came out. Upon seeing him, Skylar handed him a sausage and
asked, “Do you want it?”
When she came out of the aquarium, she saw a stand selling grilled sausages. They were grilled to
perfection and had a wonderful aroma, so she bought two right away. They were still hot.
Joe looked at the sausage and replied faintly, “I don’t like it. You eat.”
Skylar nodded and began eating. She thought that this kind of sausage was more suited to ordinary people like her. It made sense for Joe, accustomed to a life of luxury, to dislike it.
Since returning from the sea yesterday, his behavior had become even more perplexing than before. Fortunately, Skylar wasn’t one to dwell on trivial matters. She simply acted as if she hadn’t noticed
anything unusual.
Their car arrived in about two minutes. Skylar, still eating her sausage, asked Joe, “Can you wait for just a
couple more minutes? I want to finish this sausage first.”
“Okay.” Joe remained standing beside her and didn’t get into the car first.
Skylar ate quickly and finished the rest of the sausages in just a few bites. “I am done.”
She signaled to Joe that they could get into the car. Once inside, they sat in silence, creating an
unexpectedly quiet atmosphere.
Lucas, their driver, had been picking them up these days and noticed that they were quite harmonious. However, in the current atmosphere, the tension between them was palpable.
He didn’t dare to speak at all.
They arrived at the hospital in complete silence.
Jenny was on the phone when they entered
the ward, probably chatting with her classmate. Upon seeing them, she immediately finished up the conversation with her classmate and hung up the phone.
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Joe, Skylar, Jenny cheerfully greeted them.
Joe nodded. Skylar smiled and said, “Ms. Scott, you seem to be recovering well.”
“It’s all thanks to Camilla. She has taken good care of me. How come you two have time to come and see me today? Didn’t you go out to have fun?” Jenny casually scrutinized the two, then smiled subtly.
I
“He had a meeting today, so I went to the hotel’s aquarium for a few hours.” Skylar responded truthfully.
Jenny asked in a surprised tone, “Skylar, you went alone?”
Skylar smiled. “Yeah.”
Jenny suddenly felt the gloom that had clouded her heart dissipate. “Joe is indeed usually too busy. Skylar, don’t be angry at Joe,” she said,
Angry?
Skylar wondered how Jenny knew that she was angry when she answered her with a smile.
“Joe used to be very busy as well before. Sometimes when we had meals together, he would rush to the airport and go on business trips at whims, Jenny continued.
Skylar smiled politely. “Yeah, work is indeed important.”
Jenny smiled and said, “Skylar, you might not know this, but no matter where Joe appears, people will be subconsciously afraid of him. Once, several of my high school classmates saw–Joe. He only took a glance at them, but then one of them was so scared that he had a nightmare that night.
“The next day, he complained to me that the way Joe looked at him was as if warning him that if he got just a little closer to me, Joe would strangle him. I still remember that classmate’s pale face when he spoke to me.”
Was he that jealous?
Skylar glanced at Joe. Was he unhappy to see male classmates with Jenny? Skylar was a little confused now. What exactly did he think about Jenny?
“That classmate of yours must have thought too much. I’m like this with everyone.” Joe’s tone was naturally cold. But now, he spoke at the opportune moment, causing Jenny’s smile to stiffen slightly.
Jenny quickly recovered her smile. “Yeah, but my classmate didn’t know. Fortunately, after I explained it to him the next day, he got the peace of mind to go to school. Otherwise, he wouldn’t dare to go.”
“Skylar, what did you think of Joe when you first saw him?” Jenny asked.
Skylar recalled the first time she saw Joe. At that time, she was only thinking about that trash, Christopher. The first thing she thought of about Joe was probably…
“He’s more handsome than a movie star, very captivating.”
Joe’s thin lips curled up as he glanced at Skylar and asked “So, you wanted to marry me at first sight?”
No way! If she hadn’t been reborn, she and him would be like two parallel lines that would never intersect
However, with the presence of other people now, she smiled brightly and said, “Indeed I did have such a bold idea at that time.”
Jenny secretly clenched her hands. She stared at Joe and asked, “What about you, Joe? Did you also think of marrying Skylar at first sight?”
Skylar guessed that he would deny it. He only married her because of Gloria’s request. There was no love at first sight between them.
“Yeah,” Joe answered simply. But the simplicity was clear enough.
Jenny’s mood instantly seemed a bit wilted. She smiled forcefully and glanced at her phone, masking her true emotions. “So, it turns out that you two fell in love with each other at first sight.”
She thought Joe married Skylar only because of Gloria’s request. And that he treated Skylar well also only for Gloria’s sake..
However, she clearly saw the undercurrents in their eyes as they looked at each other, the obvious deep affection in their gaze.
Only couples who had feelings for each other would look at each other with a gleam in their eyes.
The more Jenny thought about it, the more her heart grew uncomfortable. “Joe, Skylar, have you two had lunch? Should I ask Camilla to bring some lunch back from the cafeteria?”
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Skylar had no appetite, en she found an excuse Just now, a college classmate found out that I was here and asked to hang out. I have to go over right away. You guys mat”
Sometimes, disliking someone wasn’t because they were bad but because their energy didn’t sit well, making one just want to keep a distance respectfully.
Jenny gave off this kind of vibe to Skylar. In fact, she had a good impression of her the first time they met. However, after meeting several times, she felt they were not on the same page and couldn’t be friends.
She was afraid she might have indigestion if they were to eat together.
Joe gazed calmly, looking at Skylar a little coldly and asked. “Classmate?”
“Yeah, I made plans when we got out of the car just now. I didn’t have time to tell you.”
“That’s too bad.” Jenny Interrupted.
She really wished Skylar was not there so she could have a private time with Joe to have a meal together.
Joe glanced at his watch and said, “I have a meeting later. You can eat by yourself.”
Then, he said to Skylar, “I’ll send you.”
And so, Joe also left.
The ward was empty again. Jenny didn’t even have a chance to speak.
Joe seemed to be indifferent to everything as usual, but just now, he was obviously watching Skylar all the time.
“Camilla, do you think Joe likes Skylar?”
Camilla saw it clearly when she was standing aside just now. At her age, there was nothing that she couldn’t figure out.
Jenny liked Joe, but Joe seemed to only have eyes for Skylar, and he only treated Jenny as his sister.
Camilla said, “Yes, I think so.”
Although Joe didn’t express his emotions, he seemed to be a good match for Skylar.
Jenny became gloomy. Eyen Camilla could see it.
“Ms. Scott, what do you want to eat for lunch? Camilla asked.
Jenny had no appetite, so she shook her head and said, “I’m fine with anything. I don’t have any preference for now.”
“Okay, then I’ll ask the doctor what you can eat, Ms. Scott,” Camilla said earnestly.
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Joe asked Skylar where she was going before getting in the car. Skylar had only made up an excuse. She didn’t expect Joe to offer to send her.
“You have a meeting in the afternoon. I’ll just call a cab.”
She planned to spend the afternoon by the beach and seaside. They were leaving tomorrow, and she had developed some feelings for this city in just a few days. She was reluctant to leave.
Joe’s attitude suddenly turned harsh. “Get in the car,” he said.
“You really don’t have to_”
“I’m taking you to lunch,” Joe said, staring at her. His glance exposed all of Skylar’s lies.
It was a real pity that Joe did not become a police officer. How did he know she was lying?
car with
She directly got into the any further words. They didn’t speak after getting into the car. Skylar didn’t explain why she was looking for an excuse to leave. Joe also didn’t ask.
They went to a Taegu restaurant. After taking their seats, Joe spoke first. “You don’t like Jenny?”
“It’s not that I don’t like her. I just don’t quite like staying in the hospital for a long time. Besides, with me around, Ms. Scott will also feel restrained,” Skylar replied, thinking that her answer was perfect.
Sometimes, there was no need to say something too clearly.
She indeed didn’t like Jenny.
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However, she and Joe still had to live on in the future, so she had to maintain their image.
Joe took a deep glance at her and said, “Her mom lost her life to save me. I take care of her just to fulfill her mom’s last wish.”
Skylar was surprised by Joe’s sudden explanation, not knowing how to respond for a moment. “Yeah, it should be so.”
Luckily, the restaurant served the dishes quickly. As the dishes were served one by one, Skylar deliberately ignored the unclear thoughts in her mind while eating.
The dishes served in the Taegu restaurant were delicious. She rarely ate there last time and only vaguely
remembered that Natalie took her there once.
Joe had to return to the hotel after lunch because he indeed had a video conference to attend, so Skylar
went to a nearby beach.
In the evening, Skylar received a message from Joe saying he would be unable to have dinner with her.. Jenny’s condition had suddenly changed, and she was taken into the operating room again, so he went to the hospital.
Skylar went to dinner by the pedestrian street where she had been before. There were many snacks. She walked around, ate the snacks and took a lot of pictures.
She returned to the hotel around 10:00 pm, but Joe had yet to return. She then packed her luggage. She thought perhaps Joe wouldn’t go to the airport with her the next day.
It was about 2:00 am when Joe returned.
He opened the door very softly. But Skylar couldn’t sleep soundly in the hotel, so even the subtle sound. still woke her up. She looked at the door and asked, “You’re back?”
“Did I wake you up? Go back to sleep. I’m going to take a shower,” Joe whispered. His low voice carried a hint of gentleness under the night sky. Skylar hummed, turned over and continued to sleep peacefully.
Joe got into bed about half an hour later. He hugged Skylar and gave her a very light peck on the cheek. Skylar felt it.
She fell back to sleep after waking up earlier, but somehow, she gradually became wide awake, clearly feeling him getting into bed.
To him, she should have been asleep.
So, his kiss…
Skylar’s heart trembled slightly. Perhaps she was overthinking. She soon heard Joe’s steady breathing.
Did he fall asleep so quickly?
If she hadn’t personally seen his insomnia before, she would now suspect that he was playing the victim by talking about his insomnia.
Lost in thought, she drifted off to sleep again.
Some people fell asleep late at night and had beautiful dreams. On the other hand, some people couldn’t sleep as the sky darkened.
In the Williams Residence, in Maisy’s room, a workout had just ended.
Kenny glanced at the time and said, “It’s 3:00 am. Let’s sleep. We still have to go to the hospital tomorrow morning.”
There wasn’t anyone at home, so he and Maisy ended up sleeping in the same room. Probably because they had just been together, both of them had strong needs for each other.
Maisy had just returned to bed after taking a shower. When she was casually browsing Instagram on her phone, she suddenly saw Skylar’s post. She widened her eyes, seeing Skylar touring around Korel City.
“Look, Skylar isn’t in Jipsburg. She ignored us and didn’t even go to the hospital to take care of Mom. She actually went traveling to Korel City instead! She is so heartless and cruel!”
Kenny was initially a little tired and sleepy. Upon hearing what Maisy said, he immediately looked at Maisy’s phone. It was Skylar’s Instagram. The first picture was clearly Korel City. It was a photo of the beach with an amazing view.
He suddenly became extremely gloomy. “I thought she was just mad at us. We had neglected her before, so it’s normal for her to throw some tantrums, but I’ve never expected her to disregard Mom’s life and go on a trip!”
“Kenny, she hates me a lot. Why don’t you send her a private message and give her a piece of your mind!” Maisy rolled her eyes as she came up with the idea.
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Kany had been upset by Sadie for the past two days, so he felt a little reluctant to go to the hospital. Now, seeing Skylar traveling without care, coupled with what Malsy just said, he felt that Skylar had gone 100 far.
He immediately sent a private message to Skylar on Instagram. He told Skylar to come back as soon as possible, saying that she was too unfilial! She would surely receive karma if she continued to be so
careless.
After sending the private message, Kenny and Maisy didn’t wait for Skylar’s response. Skylar should have been sleeping at this time and had no time to read the private message. Both of them fell asleep soundly
half an hour later.
Samuel returned home soon after. He entered the house and went upstairs, but he suddenly stopped when he walked past Kenny’s room.
Didn’t Kenny and Maisy return home? Why was Kenny’s door open?
Samuel yawned and could hardly open his eyes. He couldn’t sleep well in the hospital. He had to go to the crew early.
The director suddenly told him not to go to the set, and there would be no scenes for him in the future. Although he didn’t take this TV series seriously, he couldn’t accept the fact that he was not needed just because the director said so.
How would he meet his circle of friends in the future? How would he explain it to his fans?
Therefore, Samuel wanted to get things clarified no matter what. He also received a call from his agent earlier, saying that the commercial shoot scheduled a few days later had also been replaced by someone else. With all these happenings, it seemed like he hadn’t had much work recently.
Came to think of it; everything was all a mess now.
an
While thinking about his problems, he unexpectedly entered Kenny’s room and saw no one on the bed. The cover was also neatly spread on the bed. He returned to his senses.
Kenny didn’t come back?
However, Samuel didn’t think too much about it. Kenny was also busy with work. Perhaps he went back to work.
Natalie lay alone in bed in the dark night. She couldn’t sleep. She had been unable to sleep since 9:30 pm. She tossed and turned.
When she looked at the time again, it was already 4:00 am. It was almost dawn. She switched on the light and grabbed her phone to see if she received
w messanes-
In fact, her phone was not in silent mode. If there was a call or message, she would have heard it.
Unfortunately the phone had been sent. She still didn’t give up efecking on it
Of course, there was no news about Jeremy He was truly so busy that he increasingly neglected her
Natalie took a deep breath, calmed herself down and scrolled through her Instagram. Just then, she happened to see the first post, which was a wrap up photo from Austin.
She never dreamed that she would have Austin’s private Instagramn. She could even see his instagram Stories
She thought he would have categorized and blocked her so she wouldn’t see these personal Stories on his Instagram.
Unexpectedly, Austin didn’t block her. She gave him a like after a little hesitation and then continued to scroll next.
She had viewed all her friends‘ Instagram before going to bed. Furthermore, not many people posted anything at this time.
It was just that she wasn’t in a good mood now. She couldn’t calm herself down for some time, so she almlessly looked at her phone.
Suddenly, a WhatsApp message came in. She eagerly checked it, only to find out it wasn’t from Jeremy but someone unexpected, Austin!
*Just woke up?”
For a moment, Natalie thought she had seen it wrong. She immediately replied, “No, I can’t sleep tonight.” “Can’t sleep?”
“Yeah!”
“Something on your mind?”
Natalie looked at Austin’s inquiry and concern. If it were before, she would have been extremely excited, but now she wasn’t in a good mood.
After hesitating for a moment, she replied. “Yeah, I do have something on my mind. But with my idol caring about me, all my worries have disappeared! I’m going to bed now and planning to sleep until lunch!”
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in his MPV, Austin looked at the WhatsApp message and smiled. Natalie really was a happy–go–lucky
person
Austin. “Have a sweet dream.”
Natalie: “Alright! My dream is filled with my idol, Mr. Powell!”
Austin laughed out loud.
His agent, Hank Louis, who was sitting beside him, heard his laughter. He asked curiously. “What’s so funny?”
“It’s a fan. She’s very interesting.” Austin said, laughing.
Hank immediately widened his eyes, alarmed. “Don’t you dare to have any foolish thoughts. You can’t abuse your status as an award–winning actor to toy with your fans‘ bodies and emotions.
“How many people have fallen because of this? If you have physical needs, find a proper girlfriend. Haven’t a few actresses and singers you’ve worked with recently been pursuing you? Choose one to date.”
Austin was a man in his 30s and yet to have a girlfriend. He might have focused on his career before, but now that his career had reached an absolute height, he naturally would be unable to resist some needs.
They were all men, so he understood him!
Austin was speechless. “She’s married.”
“Damn! You want to play irresponsibly with married women? You either don’t let loose, or when you do, you want to play something thrilling?” Hank was shocked.
he
He was dead tired after working all day and night, but he was so shocked that he was wide awake.
Austin tugged the corner of his lips. He rolled down the car window and looked at the early morning. street. There were only a few cars. It was particularly tranquil.
“Say something! If you don’t say anything, I will be unable to sleep today.” Hank was anxious.
Austin finally spoke, “You think too much.”
Did he really think too much? Hank had a keen insight due to his profession. He inexplicably noticed some clues.
Why was he chatting with fans for no reason? And he was also smiling at the messages sent by fans.
How come he had never seen him smiling with those female celebrities?
Even when he was facing hilarious variety show stars, Austin had never smiled. It would seem that he was smiling, but it was obviously a polite smile, not the kind of smile from the heart like just now.
originally thought she would go to the airport alone the next day. But Joe said that they would back together Surprised, she asked. “Has Ms. Scott’s condition stabilized?
“Yeah, she’s fine if there is any problem, Paul will call people to bring her back to Jipsburg for treatment. He will stay here for two more days, Joe replied
“That’s good. We have four hours before the plane departs. Should we go to have breakfast or let the hotel send it up? Skylar asked.
“Let’s get the hotel to send it up.”
“Okay.”
After they had breakfast, Skylar went downstairs to a specialty store and bought some specialties. Then, they set off for the airport.
Joe’s phone kept ringing when he was passing through the security checkpoint. Skylar glanced over at him. After passing the security checkpoint, Joe answered the phone.
“Joe, have you arrived at the airport? What a pity, I can’t go to the airport to see you off,” Jenny said regretfully.
Joe replied briefly in a cold tone, “No problem.”
Skylar followed quietly by the side. She took out her phone to send a message to Natalie. “Less than an hour before boarding. Wait for my local specialties patiently.”
In less than a minute, Natalie replied, “Come back soon! I’m eagerly waiting for you to feed me!”
Skylar seemed to have seen Natalie’s impatient appearance.
After chatting with Natalie, she took another glance at Instagram. Her smile disappeared immediately when she saw the private message that Kenny sent.
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Joe ended the call and noticed Skylar’s expression suddenly became cold. He asked, “What’s wrong?
Nothing. I saw someone insane on instagram.” Skylar said and logged out of Instagrarn.
What else could one be but insane if he could use logic that shattered common beliefs as if it were perfectly reasonable?
Kenny and Maisy woke up really late the next day. They woke up after lunchtime.
After scolding Skylar on Instagram, Kenny and Malsy went crazy again uncontrollably.
If they hadn’t woken up from hunger, they would have continued to sleep and had long forgotten about going to the hospital.
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When Kenny walked out of Maisy’s room and was about to go downstairs to see what was for lunch, he suddenly heard a terrifying voice from behind that made his scalp numb.
“Kenny?”
Kenny froze. Then, he slowly turned and looked at Samuel.
“Why are you home?” Kenny secretly took a breath of cold air.
He hadn’t figured out how to tell his family about his relationship with Maisy. There were a lot of things. going on at home lately, so he wanted to wait it out and tell them later.
He didn’t expect to be caught by Samuel!
Samuel just woke up with his eyes half–closed. He didn’t answer Kenny’s question. Instead, he asked in doubt, “Kenny, why did you go to Maisy’s room?”
“I went to have a look at her,” Kenny replied calmly.
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Samuel frowned. He said, “I didn’t see you in your room when I came back last night. When did your
return? And you got up earlier than me?”
“I’ve always been a light sleeper. Why do you have so many questions early in the morning? Let’s go eat. After lunch, Maisy and I still have to go to the hospital,” Kenny said with a serious expression.
Samuel also didn’t think much about it. “Okay, then I’ll go and see Maisy too. A lot of things happened these two days. She also has to go to the hospital tomorrow. She has been in poor health since she was a child. Maybe she’s tired.”
While speaking. Samuel headed to Maisy’s room.
Kenny raised his voice abruptly, “Wait! Don’t go in yet. Maisy said she wanted to take a shower just now. It’s inconvenient for you to go in. Come on, follow me downstairs.”
Samuel was stunned for a moment. He was quite confused to see Kenny anxious. He felt it was a little
strange but brushed it off as nothing.
He nodded. “Let’s go. Let’s see what the maids have prepared for lunch.”
Kenny breathed a sigh of relief as they went downstairs.
That was a close call. Samuel almost found out about him and Maisy. It seemed that he and Maisy had to be careful at home next time.
Maisy, who was hiding in the room, heard the conversation between the two brothers outside.
She pouted, feeling dissatisfied with Kenny. He was clearly scared just now.
It would be okay even if Samuel found out about them, right? Was their relationship so shameful?
He even lied to Samuel saying that she was taking a shower. So, she still had to hide in her room for a few more minutes.
She took out her phone and looked at the WhatsApp messages between her and Janine. Janine had not replied to her.
She asked Janine if she could come home for dinner in the next two days. Janine had definitely read her message, but she didn’t reply.
Janine deserved to be poor! Instead of thinking about how to treat her biological daughter well, she treated Skylar well with all her heart! Janine would surely regret it one day!
An hour later, Kenny and Maisy rushed to the hospital.
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Sadie’s condition was already beyond help. She could only be paralyzed in bed in the future. She couldn’t be without someone to take care of her It was useless to worry about her condition but to accept it.
Peter became even more gloomy as if he saw through Kenny and Maisy’s thoughts. “I’ll still come at this
time tomorrow”
Then, he stood up to leave. After taking a few steps, he thought of something and said to the two.” Samuel and I have thought of a way to force Skylar to come back and take care of Mom. You two better cooperate.
Kenny immediately agreed. “Let us know what you need us to do.”
Maisy responded obediently. “Okay, Peter.”
“I am leaving now.”
They then entered the ward and looked at Sadie, who was lying in bed, looking gloomy and pale.
“How are you feeling today, Mom?” Maisy asked gently.
“How am I? How can you ask that? I lost my legs. I can only lie in bed and wait for my death. Are you all waiting for me to die? I won’t let you get what you want! You come so late because you don’t want to take
care of me, right?” Sadie roared.
A car accident made her see the true colors of her family members. They had no patience for her. All of
them stayed away from her.
Even Maisy was the same. She used to say that Sadie was the best mother in the world. She even said that she would be a dutiful daughter to her.
But look at how Maisy treated her when she came to the hospital these days.
All three sons were even more gloomy. It was as if they were the ones who had their limbs amputated!
Most importantly, her husband, Jeffrey, hadn’t come to see her for the past two days. Even if he was busy
with the company’s affairs, did he really not have time to see her at all?
All the excuses!
Only now did she know how good Skylar was. She had been thinking about the past more frequently the last two days.
When Sadie was sick, Maisy only said she cared about her, but Skylar actually tried to help her relieve her
discomfort.
Set at the tits, she thought Skylar was noty and wasn’t as caring as Malay
immediately teared up. She looked at Kenny and said, “Kenny, I didn’t mean to make Mom angry. I Wait wided about her
The once elegant woman was now no different from a shrew. She might as well die in that car accident! Everyone in the family would have thought the same.
Kenny immediately frowned. He said, “Mom, how can you say that about Maisy? Since you had an accident, Maisy had been crying almost every day, worrying about your health and thinking about how to make you happy. Yet, you treat Maisy like this now. Let’s be more reasonable, okay, Mom?”
“You!” Sadie was extremely furious.
They dared put all the blame on her?
“I don’t want you all to be here. Go find Skylar! I just want to see Skylar now!” Sadie only had one request now, which was to see Skylar.
Maisy sighed helplessly and said, “Mom, we have tried our best to find Skylar. She doesn’t care about you at all. She went traveling the day after you had your surgery. It’s obvious that she won’t come to take care of you, Mom.”
“You must bring her here! Even if she doesn’t want to come, you must find a way to make her come!” Sadie didn’t care anymore.
She didn’t know why, but a voice in her mind kept telling her that she had to see Skylar, and they had to bring Skylar to see her!
Kenny became solemn and said helplessly, “We’ll try our best =
At Jipsburg Airport, after getting pick them up and drove them directly to Pearlhall Residence.
Off the plane, someone from Pearlhall Residence came t
Gloria looked at them happily. With a smile, she asked, “Did you two have fun?”
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We had lots of fun! But I got tanned. Skylar replied happily.
didn’t notice it when she was in Korel City. After the plane landed, she went to the restroom in the aport and only then did she notice that she was tanned. She hadn’t deliberately applied sunscreen.
“You’re not tanned. Skylar, you’re fair to begin with, so you still look fairer than others after getting tanned.
Gloria felt happy being in Skylar’s presence.
She went to an old friend’s house the last few days and saw several granddaughters–in–law of their family. There was really no one who could compare to Skylar. Ignoring other aspects, none of them were as pretty as Skylar.
“Joe, don’t you think so?” Gloria asked Joe, who had been silent for a long time.
Joe was good in everything but his unpleasant temper. Just his sullen demeanor could scare Skylar away. If it truly happened, Gloria wouldn’t let him off the hook!
Joe’s dark eyes glanced over, looking at Skylar’s fair and delicate skin. Then, he agreed with his grandmother and said, “You’re right, Grandma.”
Skylar didn’t care how dark she was. Going to a coastal city and getting a tan proved she had a great time,
“I bought specialties for you, Grandma. I’ll go get them,” Skylar said, remembering the specialties she
bought.
It was her first time going out on a vacation. She felt th
her feelings.
local specialties were the best way to express
Gloria was touched. “Skylar, you’re such a good child. You still think of me when you’re traveling.”
She had seen all kinds of specialties from various regions, but it was Skylar’s sincere thought that
mattered the most.
Having that thought, she glared at her unpleasant grandson again. “How many places have you been to and when have you ever said you would bring me some specialties? You should learn from Skylar,” she
said.
Joe, who was inexplicably disliked once again, twitched his lips. He didn’t think Gloria would want
anything.
Wouldn’t Gloria be tired of local specialties? She also didn’t like foreign ones.
He cast a deep gaze at Skylar once again. She made him understand a principle. In many cases, the item wasn’t important, but sincerity was.
After the two accompanied Gloria for dinner, they went to bed in Pearlhall Residence.
They returned to Galaxy Villa the next day. Joe got changed and went to work.
Meanwhile, Skylar drove her dat to see Joning.
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Why did you buy so much? It must have been too heavy to carry them back, Janine said. When she se the local specialties, the first thing that came to her mind was whether they were heavy.
Skylar smiled and said, “I brought a big box with me, and I took a car while traveling. I hauled it at the airport, no It wasn’t heavy, Mom.”
Harvey had classes that day, so he was staying in school. Steven had a lot of work recently and hadn’t been home these days.
Meanwhile, Charles had taken on several roles with increasing screen time, almost living with the crew and completely out of sight.
Janine was the only one at home,
“Mom, my house will be ready in three months. When it is renovated, you can just quit rehting this one,” Skylar suggested.
