Chapter 136 After walking a bit farther, Felix finally asked, “Is there some kind of misunderstanding between you guys and the Hawkins?” Stewart and Charlene exchanged glances, with Charlene replying, “No.” Because it wasn’t just a misunderstanding. Felix, however, took her words the wrong way, thinking she meant there was
Chapter 135 been over a decade, but the memory was as vivid as if it happened just yesterday. She recalled the day she returned from a tearful trip to the restroom only to find Katie holding out two ice creams, one for her and one for Vesta. As a waiter
Chapter 134 As Felix approached, Henley and Vesta extended their hands in a friendly manner, then engaged in small talk, “Felix, are you here discussing business with Mr. Ferguson?” “Yeah, Mr. Ferguson’s company has a few projects that really caught my eye, so I thought I’d come over and have
Chapter 133 Connie?” “Sorry, Charlene, I’ve got to head out of state tomorrow for some urgent business. I won’t be able to join you for your grandma’s birthday gift shopping.” “No worries, I’ve already got it sorted.” Charlene had never visited this antique shop before. She thought she’d try her
Chapter 132 Just like with the previous house deed, if something was placed on her vanity, it meant it was meant for her. Charlene, puzzled, opened one of the round brocade boxes. The moment she opened it, she was struck speechless. This… was the emerald jewelry set she had wanted
Chapter 131 Dang it!” Connie was fuming, itching to go up and give Vesta a piece of her mind. “Why is she acting so high and mighty? She’s just a homewrecker’s daughter, and she’s no better herself. Thinks she’s the belle of the ball? She’s nothing but trouble, ugh!” Charlene
Chapter 130 The place was practically deserted when Connie was about to speak, but suddenly, a burst of conversation echoed from the side. “Dalton, are you… interested in Thorne’s girlfriend?” “Interested might be stretching it, but… she’s definitely intriguing.” Charlene and Connie froze in place. “It turned out to be
Chapter 129 Connie sighed, “At this point, all we can hope for is that Vesta doesn’t bid on the emerald jewelry set coming up.” Charlene felt the same way. But… Was it possible? The starting bid for the emerald set was ten million. Someone bid fifteen million. Charlene was the
Chapter 128 ešta just skyrocketed the bid again! Charlene’s heart sank. She wasn’t exactly swimming in cash. Going into this auction, she’d capped her budget at 30 million. After all, the Ross family’s business was hitting a rough patch. They didn’t have cash to burn. But now… Dalton: “28 million.”
Chapter 127 Thorne chuckled, “No worries, isn’t it something your grandma adores? Go for it.” Vesta’s heart melted at Thorne’s smile, lifting her paddle again, “Sixty million,” Dalton was quick to follow: “Seventy million.” After his bid, he turned to Thorne and said, “Mr. Henderson, you know how the elderly
Chapter 126 After all, the last times Stewart took her to galas and that tech expo, Thorne had completely ignored her. As she was mulling over this, the auction was about to begin. The auctioneer took the stage and the room fell silent. Charlene had already carefully reviewed the auction
Chapter 125 Charlene and Connie got themselves ready and headed to the auction. Their outfits weren’t exactly formal, but with their striking looks, they turned quite a few heads as they entered the auction hall, Connie, who had attended several auctions and was quite active in the social scene, was
Chapter 124 Charlene knew she was off-limits from his study, so she stayed in the bedroom, reading a book while waiting for him. It was nearing 1 AM when Thorne finally came back to the room. Seeing him return, Charlene put down her book and looked at him. Thorne, noticing
Chapter 123 Charlene subtly touched her nose and then, as if nothing had happened, dropped her hand and took a small step back, increasing the space between them. Thorne seemed oblivious to her actions and, after opening the invitation, casually commented, “Her 70th birthday bash?” Charlene simply nodded. She didn’t
Chapter 122 ven though Vernon whispered the party invitation to Charlene while avoiding eye contact, she quickly picked up on it. “I’ll be there,” Charlene assured. Helena and Irma were as close as two peas in a pod. Naturally, when Helena’s birthday rolled around, everyone expected Irma to show up.
Chapter 121 Just then, Jasmine saw Charlene pulling her suitcase along and called out, “Mom?” “Yep,” Charlene snapped back to reality, closed the door, and said, “Mom’s got some work to attend to, I have to head back. You stay here and have a good time with Dad, okay?” Jasmine
Chapter 120 jarlene thought Thorne probably wouldn’t come back. Before stepping into the bathroom, she intended to Close the door first, but as she was walking over, she bumped right into Thorne, who had returned. Charlene paused, stepping aside to let him through. She assumed Thorne had come back to
Chapter 119 Due to the angle and the height of the camera during the video conference, the only thing the colleagues could see was the silhouette of the person entering the room: a figure that was strikingly fit and moved with an elegance and composure that spoke volumes. It was
Chapter 118 Thorne just chuckled at the remark and said, “Got it before he turned on his heel and left. As he made his way downstairs, he saw that Moran and the others were already digging in. They were all a bit surprised to see him come down alone. Like
Chapter 117 Tonight’s campfire was anything but ordinary, featuring a spread that could rival any Thanksgiving feast, with a crackling BBQ to boot. grilling. The base for the campfire stew was already bubbling, brewing up a hearty mix that promised plenty of warmth and comfort. Alongside, a BBQ station was