Mistaking the CEO for a Gigolo Chapter 1

Mistaking the CEO for a GigoloChapter 1

“You’re the one they sent me?”

In a luxurious suite, Nicole Lane extended her hand and shoved the surprisedman onto the bed.

The next thing he knew, she had straddled him.

Lifting her slender hand to pat the man’s face, her eyes gleamed brightly withsatisfaction as she cooed, “Well, you’re quite easy on the eyes!”

The woman’s breath reeked of alcohol, causing Evan Seet’s features to contortwith disgust.

There were plenty of women who tried to seduce him, but this was the first timehe encountered one who used such a method.

It was practically unprecedented!

The woman’s fair and slender arms were wrapped tightly around his neck as sheleaned closer to him. “Kiss me!”

“Are you sure you wanna do this?” Evan avoided the woman’s rosy lips andcalmly asked.

“That’s enough nonsense! Are you a real man?”

How can she still be asking this question at a time like this?

Evan narrowed his eyes a fraction before abruptly rolling them over. With a darkexpression on his face, he stared at the woman beneath him.

“Am I a real man, you ask? You’ll be sure to find out in a moment!”

“Ahh!”

In the next second, a searing pain tore through Nicole’s body.

The next day.

Nicole woke up aching all over. The moment she opened her eyes, she took inthe opulent design of the room she was in with a frown between her brows.

This is…

She sat up abruptly.

Right then, the heart-wrenching scenes from last night played in her mind like amovie.

That’s right.

The night before, she had witnessed her beloved Zach tangled up in the sheetswith another woman. Thus, out of spite, she had found herself a gigolo toretaliate against him.

“This is payback, you filthy scumbag!”

“What are you mumbling about?”

A deep and sexy baritone voice sounded from behind Nicole and startled hertrain of thoughts.

She lifted her head to see a man coming out of the bathroom with a towelwrapped around his waist, concealing his most treasured asset.

I have to admit. This man has an amazing figure. It’s no surprise that he’s agigolo!

“Why haven’t you left yet?” Nicole asked.

Evan’s lips arched into a mocking smile. “Because I’m curious. Now that you’vesuccessfully seduced me, how do you plan on holding me responsible for you?”

In the past, all those women who approached him were always trying to hold himaccountable for whatever deeds were done the night before. He had heard thisphrase so many times that he could probably hear it in his sleep.

Yet, to his utter shock, this woman in front of him gave a response so differentthan the rest – Nicole gave him an eye roll. “Why the hell would I want a gigolo totake responsibility for me?”

With that said, she got dressed and swiftly took out one thousand in cash fromher bag before pompously throwing the stack of banknotes onto the bed. “Here’syour pay. Make sure you keep it well. Your service last night wasn’t too shabby.”

Evan’s eyes darkened when he heard her words. Service?

Does this woman have a death wish?

As he was still seething with fury, Nicole was already making her way out.

“Stop right there!”

Evan gritted the words through his teeth with a dark and dangerous undertone inhis voice.

At that moment, Nicole paused mid-step and glanced back at him with a strainedsmile. “Is that too little? Well, I’m sorry, but you’re only worth that much!”

“You-”

“Anyway, I’ll be leaving now. Ciao!”

She waved her hand and practically made a run for the exit. As Evan watchedthe door slam shut, the scowl on his face deepened.

“You’re one dead meat, woman!”

…

Nine months later.

“Waaahh!”

The sound of multiple babies crying filled the operating room.

Looking at the little creatures waiting to be fed, Nicole started to panic a little.

This was her first time being a mother, and she had given birth to four babies atone go!

Just as she was racking her brain for a way to unlock her “supermom” abilities,an interview on the financial news channel caught her attention.

Nicole’s eyes almost popped out of their sockets when she saw the handsomeand lavishly-dressed man seated in the middle.

What the hell is this? Even gigolos can be on the financial news channelnowadays?

With a bewildered expression, she listened to the interviewer’s question. “Mr.Seet, rumor has it that you’ve been searching for a particular person for a verylong time, but to no avail. Could you enlighten us about this person? Our viewersmay be able to provide you with some valuable information!”

Evan turned towards the camera, his gaze turning solemn. “I’m looking for awoman. She left some money with me, and I’d like to give it back to her – ahundredfold!”

A hundredfold!

The last two words were emphasized.

Following that, he also briefly described what the woman looked like.

Later on, he highlighted an important fact. “Even her family doesn’t know whereshe is. Thus, whoever provides me useful clues, you shall be generouslyrewarded with an amount of no less than one million!”

One million… just to find me? Isn’t this man being overly generous?

A heavy sense of foreboding clawed at Nicole’s chest. After checking hisbackground, her heart turned cold.

Crap! This man isn’t a gigolo!

He’s the president of Seet Group International – Evan Seet!

But I was so daft that I even called him a gigolo… Oh god, what have I done?

Looking at the man’s icy face in the interview, Nicole shuddered involuntarily.

It’ll be over for my babies and I if he finds me!

No, I can’t let that happen. I must think of a way to prevent that from happening.

Sometime after the interview, Evan received a special gift.

His frosty eyes deepened as he looked at the gift in his arms – it was a babyswaddled in garments. With a puzzled expression, he asked, “This is?”

“Mr. Seet, this is the child born to the woman you were looking for. She died in acar crash and left only this child behind.”


Five years later.

At Y City’s airport.

Nicole’s face was completely covered behind a pair of shades and a face mask.In fact, she was so wrapped up that she resembled a mummy.

She wondered whether the man who wanted to “give it back to her ahundredfold” had continued searching high and low for her over the past fiveyears.

If it weren’t to save a certain someone, she would never risk coming back.

She dragged her suitcase forward with a pounding heart, and her pacequickened the more she walked. Meanwhile, the three little ones behind hertagged along as they tried to match her pace with their stubby legs.

Suddenly, a high-pitched voice sounded loud and clear behind her, “Mommy,you’re walking too fast. I’m getting hungry just trying to keep up! I feel like eatingchocolate, cupcakes, French toast, and -”

“Shhh…” Nicole looked back and put a finger to her lips, afraid that they mightattract too much attention – unwanted attention.

The voice belonged to a girl named Maya. She was Nicole’s youngest child and aglutton through and through.

“Behave, Maya. Mommy will bring you to get some dessert later, okay?”

Maya’s eyes lit up, and she nodded enthusiastically.

Standing beside her was Nina, who was a carbon copy of Maya. She shook herhead in an adult-like manner and heaved a deep sigh. “If you keep eating thismuch, you’ll become a fat pig! We should take care of our body, Maya.”

Maya turned to glance unhappily at Nina. “Don’t say it like you don’t eat!”

“That’s called tasting. I only have one bite!”

“One bite still counts!”

“No, it doesn’t!”

“Yes, it does!”

“No, it doesn’t! Tell her, Juan!”

Nina couldn’t take it anymore and seek for her brother’s help.

Abruptly being put in a tough spot, Juan scratched his head, unsure of what todo.

Since Nina and Maya were both his sisters, so he didn’t know who he shouldhelp.

“I think… you’re both right!”

Hearing his reply, both Nina and Maya rolled their eyes at Juan and harrumphedloudly before storming ahead.

“Alright, that’s enough now, kids. Come on.”

Nicole gently rubbed Juan’s head, to which he nodded and trailed after her.

Among the three, Maya was the smallest in size. Fuming and stomping forwardwithout looking where she was going, she accidentally bumped against awoman’s leg and fell back onto the floor.

“What the hell? Are you blind?”

Maya looked up at the woman who looked like she wanted to bite her head off.

This lady is so fierce.

“Maya! Are you okay?”

Seeing her sister being knocked down, Nina rushed forward and helped Mayaup. Then, she gave the woman a once-over.

Although the woman was very beautiful, she couldn’t hold a candle to theirmother.

Besides, Nina didn’t like how rude she was, and it was clearly written all over herface.

“Why are you looking at me like that? Apologize!” The woman yelled at Nina.

“I’m sorry, ma’am!” Maya said in her cute voice and looked at the woman withlarge eyes that gleamed with sincerity.

Nina, on the other hand, gave her little sister a flat stare. What is Maya doing?Why did she apologize!

“You too! Apologize to me!” The woman ordered Nina in a superior tone.

However, Nina stared unflinchingly at her and stood there without saying a word.

“What’s going on?”

“What’s wrong?”

A man and a woman’s voice sounded in unison.

One of the voices belonged to Nicole, while the other…

The other voice sounded rather familiar to Nicole, so she instinctively looked up,and her heart almost stopped. She hastily bowed her head, cursing vehementlyin her heart.

It’s that man from five years ago! Freakin’ Evan Seet!

What a pathetically small world! I can’t believe I ran into him the second I stepfoot in this country!


“Evan, this kid is plain rude. She won’t apologize even after bumping into me.Just look at her…”

Evan tipped his chin down to glance at Nina. She was fair-skinned, and her cleareyes had a stubborn glint to them.

With her head still lowered, Nicole peeked at Evan, who was staring intently atNina, all the while praying that he wouldn’t perceive the similarities betweenNina, Maya, and her.

God help me! Please!

She muttered a silent prayer under her breath.

Juan, who noticed how odd his mother was behaving, followed her line of sightand studied Evan with slightly narrowed eyes.

That’s weird.

This man… kinda looks like me?

Juan’s curiosity was piqued. He was about to walk forward to examine hislookalike more closely, but Nicole caught his arms before he could take a step.She then fished out a child-sized mask and hastily covered his little face with it.

My dear boy, please don’t cause me any trouble!

If Evan sees your face… It’ll all be over! You’ll lose your beloved Mommy forever!

Even though Juan couldn’t understand the intention behind his mother’s actions,he didn’t go any further. Hence, allowing Nicole to pull him tightly towards her.

“Is this your child?”

Evan’s deep and magnetic voice almost caused Nicole to jump out of her skin.

She nodded stiffly but did not dare make a sound for fear that he would recognizeher voice.

“You should discipline your child from a young age, or she’ll grow up to becomean uncivilized person!”

“Who are you to say that? This lady was the one who spoke rudely to Maya first!If she didn’t go around bullying kids, I would’ve said sorry ages ago.”

After that, Nina raised her chin and returned Evan’s gaze without a trace of fearin her eyes.

“This child of yours is a feisty one, huh!” The young woman standing beside Evangaped at Nina with a startled look on her face.

Evan’s mouth lifted slightly around the edges. This little girl seems to be verywell-spoken, and her headstrong personality reminds me of someone.

She reminds me of…

At that thought, he peered even closer at Nina’s snowy-white face.

Then, he transferred his gaze to Maya.

Finally, his eyes fell upon Nicole, who was covered from head to toe.

These two children look so similar to that woman. Could their mother be…

Nicole looked up just then. When her gaze met with Evan’s keen ones, her gripsubconsciously tightened on Juan’s clothes.

Evan’s gaze deepened, and he strode towards Nicole. Every step he took filledher racing heart with dread.

Oh, God! What should I do?

What if this bastard insists on seeing my face?

She could hear her rapidly beating heart that was going to fly out of her chest anymoment now.

Evan came to a stop right in front of her and fixed her a penetrating stare.

It’s over. It’s all over.

I’m done for!

“You-”


Evan was interrupted by Juan the moment he spoke.

“I need to pee. I can’t hold it anymore. I need to pee.”

Juan cutely tugged on Nicole’s sleeve. Although he had no idea what was goingon, he could feel his mother’s anxiety.

Since Mommy is scared of this man, I’ll help Mommy to get as far away aspossible from him.

Nicole never expected Juan to be so quick-witted. She was taken aback for asplit second but quickly altered her voice and said, “Alright. Mommy will bring youto the toilet.”

With that, she hauled Juan away and fled as if her life depended on it.

Huh? What’s going on?

Nina and Maya exchanged glances before hurrying after them.

Evan intended to go after them, but the woman, Sofie, called out to him.

“Forget about it, Evan. An apple doesn’t fall too far from the tree. Seeing howuncultured the child is, I bet their mother isn’t too far off either, so there’s no needto try reasoning with people like them.”

Evan glanced back at Sofie and recalled what Nina had said.

He then let out a humorless chuckle, and a sardonic smile appeared on his lips.

“Well, I don’t think the child was being unreasonable. Also, she’s not necessarilythe uncultured one.”

After he was done saying his piece, he lifted his foot and walked forward.

“What do you mean by that, Evan? You can’t possibly believe a kid’s words overmine, right? The two of us grew up together, so we’re practically family!”

Family?

Even though the Sweeting family was close with the Seets, he had zero affectionfor the eldest daughter of the Sweeting family. If he didn’t urgently need thevaluable information they had on a certain person, he would never have agreedto pick her up from the airport.

With that, Evan completely turned a deaf ear to what Sofie said behind him as heopened the car door to slide in.

Sofie followed suit and hopped into the car while grumbling under her breath,“Evan, that woman was under layers and swaths of clothing. I have a feeling thatshe must be hiding some kind of secret, or maybe… she’s a fugitive!”

“Drive!”

After dropping an order, Evan closed his eyes to relax, treating Sofie as if shewas air.

Sofie was at a loss for words.

Seeing how unreceptive he was, Sofie angrily clamped her mouth shut, thenswitched to a topic she knew concerned him more.

“Kyle’s illness…”

After a long pause, Evan replied in a low voice, “As long as we can find themiracle doctor, Dr. Tussaud, he will recover.”

This Dr. Tussaud was widely known around the globe.

A few years ago, she had saved the Queen of S Nation, who was terminally ill,with only a few acupuncture needles. Since then, she had shot to fame all overthe world. She was rumored to have legendary medical skills that had alreadyreached a divine level.

There was a hint of smugness in Sofie’s eyes. Only her father had information onthis miracle doctor, so this information could serve as a bargaining chip to makeEvan agree to whatever she wanted.

Perhaps she could become a part of the Seet family sooner than expected byusing this to persuade Evan into marrying her.

This was also why her father, Anthony, urged her to return to the country.

“Don’t worry, Evan. My father will definitely help you find that doctor.”

“He’d better.” Evan’s eyes were ominous.

Kyle’s illness cannot be left untreated any longer.

…

The Sweeting residence.

Evan, dressed in an expensive black custom-made suit, was lounging in the mainseat of the semicircle leather sofa while drumming his fingers on the armrest.

Sofie’s father, Anthony, was obviously the head of the Sweeting family, but sittingnext to Evan made him break out in cold sweat.

“Mr. Sweeting, I’ve done as you requested. When are you planning to divulge theinformation you have on Tussaud?”

Anthony was a sly old fox. By using the information he had on Dr. Tussaud, hecreated an opportunity for Sofie to be together with Evan, albeit a slim one.

But if he disclosed the information so easily, he would then lose his chance to getSofie married into the Seet family.

With that deep in thought, Anthony leisurely took a sip of his tea. “Well, aboutthat. Let’s give it some time, shall we? I’ve received news that this miracle doctorhas returned to the country earlier than expected. I have already asked someoneto find out about her schedule.”

As soon as he finished his sentence, Evan pinned him with a look that couldfreeze.

His knuckles cracked as he balled his hands into fists. Was this sly old fox lyingto me when he said he knew of her whereabouts?

Before Anthony could regain his bearings, Evan had already shot up from hisseat and was now taking long strides towards the main door.

“Evan, where are you going?” Sofie frantically chased after him.

“I’ll find Dr. Tussaud on my own, so rest assured, I won’t be troubling theSweeting family from now on.”

How dare they toy with me!

…

At a dessert store called Fairy Tale Ice Cream Bar.

Maya stared wide-eyed at the desserts in front of her, practically drooling.

“Mommy, can I have the desserts now?”

“Go ahead!” Nicole could clearly see the eagerness in Maya’s eyes.

As soon as she got her mother’s permission, she immediately picked up thepiece of chocolate cake and began devouring it.

“Hold your horses, Maya. Don’t finish it all at once. Mommy will get a take-outbox from the staff, and we’ll pack the rest of the cake for later, okay?”

Maya nodded obediently, so Nicole got up with the remaining cakes in hand andwent towards the front counter.

“Two pieces of cheesecake. Take-out, as usual.”

Just then, a cold masculine voice came from behind her.

Why does this person’s voice sound so much like that man’s?

Out of curiosity, Nicole turned her head to see who was standing behind her.Lo-and-behold, she clashed gazes with Evan.

Time seemed to have come to a standstill right at that moment.

Nicole’s expression instantly changed, and her heart started to hammer againsther ribcage.

Could this day get any worse? I thought I’d just avoided a major catastrophe, butthen I bump into him here again?

She quickly turned back and grabbed the take-out box while trying her best toremain composed as she walked away.

Did Evan Seet recognize me?

He obviously saw me!

If he really does recognize me…

No. Just to be safe, I won’t go back to the three kids now lest I expose theiridentities!

Thus, she casually made her way to another empty table, packing up theremaining cakes before hastening out of the shop with her head bowed.

Thud!

Nicole ran into a rock-hard chest. She rubbed her head and looked up, only to bemet with Evan’s gorgeous face that could probably make heaven’s weep.

“Still trying to run?”


His voice was bone-chilling as if it came from the depths of hell.

Frightened out of her mind, Nicole skirted around him.

He can’t stay here. If the three kids come looking for me…

With this train of thought, she made a mad dash for the exit.

Evan’s gaze darkened, and he quickly went after her.

She’s running? So, it’s really her!

Nicole panted as she ran. When she looked over her shoulder, she couldn’t helpherself from swearing like a trooper.

Why can’t I seem to lose him? Gah! Is he even human? How is he so fast?

During the past few years of staying abroad, she was only given the opportunityto gain medical skills. No one taught her how to escape from a dire situation. Ifsomeone did, she wouldn’t be running for her life right now!

“Ahhh!”

Suddenly, Nicole was pushed to the ground.

“It really is you!” Evan’s demonic voice sounded from above her.

Nicole inhaled sharply from the pain and looked up to see Evan’s glacialexpression. She was slightly dazed, and an idea came up to her. Instantly, sheschooled her features to show a look of confusion. Ah, I know! I’ll just pretend tobe clueless!

“Who… Who are you?”

Evan frowned slightly before releasing a cold snort.

“I guess I’ll just have to refresh your memory a little bit!”

With that, he hauled her up from the ground and mercilessly dragged her withhim.

“H-Help! He’s kidnapping me! This is sexual harassment! Help me-”

Nicole’s screams for help were cut off when the back of her neck was suddenlykarate-chopped. Instantly, her vision went dark, and she passed out immediatelyafter.

Half an hour later.

“Ahhh!”

A bucket of ice-cold water was dumped onto Nicole, waking her up with a joltwhile looking like a wet rat.

She opened her eyes and wiped her face in panic. Then, she spotted Evanstaring at her with a terrifying expression on his face.

Where am I?

Her eyes darted around the space as memories flooded her mind in ragingtorrents. Everything’s over. I’ve really fallen into Evan Seet’s hands!

“Do you remember who I am now?”

Nicole froze up and shook her head vigorously, still feigning ignorance.

“Does this place seem familiar?”

Nicole’s heart skipped a beat. Five years ago, it was in this room that she hadassumed he was gigolo!

“No? Then, I guess ‘ll just have to make you remember!”

As soon as he said that, Nicole was picked up from the ground and thrown ontothe bed.

This particular action of Evan’s resembled hers from five years ago when shehad roughly pushed him onto the bed.

Mimicking her actions five years ago, he got on top of her body and tapped hercheek. “If you still don’t remember, then I’m going to…”

Nicole’s heart galloped in her chest, and her cheeks heated up.

“No! I-I-I remember now! I remember! You’re Mr. Seet!”

Evan released a wicked chuckle before getting off her. He then took off his coatand flung it aside with a look of disgust on his face.

“Good. Now that you remember, any last words?”

“What?”

Does Evan Seet want me dead that bad?

How brutal!

“What happened five years ago was an accident! Mr. Seet, you’re the presidentof Seet Group. You can’t take a person’s life just because of an accident. It’ll ruinyour reputation!”

“Don’t worry. No one would dare say a single word without my permission!”

“But you can’t-”

“You shouldn’t even be alive. You died in a car accident five years ago,remember? I’d be doing you a favor!”

Nicole was speechless.

Whatever Nicole planned to say next got stuck in her throat, and she stayedsilent for quite a while.

Evan scrutinized her with a vicious gleam in his eyes. What a cruel woman. Tofake her death, she was willing to abandon her newborn child.

A woman like her is unworthy to be a mother!

When he thought about all those times Kyle cried for his mother, the bitterresentment he had for Nicole intensified.

Noticing Evan’s eyes grow colder with each passing second, Nicole felt that theodds were against her, and her life was hanging in the balance.

She could almost feel the flames of hell licking her skin.

I came back to save a life, not to throw my own away!

If I die, what will happen to my children?

“Died in a car crash! Consider this granting your wish.”

Hearing that, all color drained from Nicole’s face.

She was about to beg for mercy when Evan’s phone rang. He glanced at it andswiftly answered the call.

“Mr. Seet, you must come back quickly. Kyle’s condition is worsening.”


Worry was etched between Evan’s brows. “I understand. I’ll be there soon!”

After ending the call, Evan’s entire demeanor gave off a cold vibe, causing thetemperature in the room to drop abruptly.

Nicole shivered, petrified by how he currently looked.

“Change of plans. Letting you die in a car accident is too mild a punishment. Youshould atone for your sins first.”

Atone for my sins?

What… What does he have in mind?

Nicole was too caught up in her thoughts to notice that Evan had already openedthe door and given an order to the bodyguards outside.

“Keep an eye on this woman. Under no circumstances is she allowed to leavethis room. And certainly not without my permission.”

Only then did Nicole come back to her senses.

He’s holding me prisoner here! But my three kids are still waiting for me at thedessert shop!

“Hey!”

Before Evan stepped out, she quickly jumped off the bed and chased after him.

However, she was still a step too late.

The door was slammed shut into her face with a loud bang.

…

A silver Rolls-Royce slowly drove up to Hillside Villa, where two rows of maidshad already respectfully lined up on both sides of the porch.

“Mr. Seet!” They greeted him in unison.

After Evan slammed the car door shut, he carried two packed boxes ofcheesecakes and hurried upstairs with an anxious expression.

“How’s Kyle?” His voice was chilly when he asked his butler, Blake, who waswalking beside him.

“He threw up blood again just now…” Blake said, his voice shaking slightly.

“Has he had his medicine?”

Blake heaved a sigh and replied, “Kyle poured it away again.”

Evan paused for a moment and frowned. “Alright.”

Once they were upstairs, Evan realized that Kyle’s room was locked from theinside. He carefully tried turning the doorknob, but it wouldn’t budge.

“I don’t wanna drink it!” A child’s protest came from inside the room.

“Open the door, Kyle. It’s Dad!” Evan urged him in a harsh tone, the command inhis voice matching his unyielding stance.

All noise ceased in the room that instant.

Soon after that, the door was unlocked with a clack.

A handsome young boy who resembled a delicate doll stood on the other side ofthe door. His complexion was pale as he stared at Evan with red-rimmed eyesand an aggrieved pout on his lips.

“I don’t wanna drink the medicine, Dad.”

“Be a good boy, Kyle. You’re sick, so you need to take your medicine to getbetter.” Evan bent down to caress Kyle’s mop of hair.

Evan was notoriously known to be cold and ruthless. Hence, the rare occurrenceof him exhibiting patience and affection only happened when his son wasinvolved.

“I said I don’t wanna drink it! And I’m not sick!”

Suddenly, Kyle seemed distressed for some reason. Then, he shoved Evan’shand away with a rebellious look on his face, resembling an angered lion cub.

“What exactly do you want then, Kyle?” Evan was beside himself with rage.

Kyle’s big and round eyes reddened again, and his lips started to tremble. “I wantmy mommy.”

Mommy?

Evan immediately thought of the woman who tried to play dumb in front of him.

Five years ago, that woman faked her death and cold-heartedly sent away herinfant son to the Seet family.

But in reality, she’s been living happily over the past five years!

Kyle, on the other hand, has been sick ever since he was a child. And all thewhile suffering from the lack of a mother’s love!

Damn you, Nicole! You don’t deserve to be a mother at all!

Taking in a deep breath, Evan articulated every word and said, “Kyle, I’ll say itagain, so listen carefully. Your mother is dead. You only have me – your dad!”

“I don’t wanna hear it! You’re lying. You’re lying!” Kyle covered his ears with bothhands, his face contorted in anger.

With a loud bang, Kyle slammed the door shut and quickly locked it again.

“Mr. Seet, Kyle is, after all, only a child…” The butler said apprehensively.

“Confiscate his Lego and iPad later! It’s time to let him reflect on his actions!”

With a somber expression, Evan turned to walk away but paused after two steps.“Also, tell the kitchen to continue boiling the medicinal herbs!”

…

At the entrance of The Passion.

Juan’s obsidian eyes surveyed the brightly lit bar.

He glanced down at the location tracker on his wrist. Yes. Mommy is here.

The three of them had waited for their mother at the dessert store for a very longtime, but she never appeared.

Worried that something had happened to their mother, Juan told Nina to takeMaya home first while he went to look for their mother.

This was the first time Juan came to a place like this. As soon as he entered thebar, he saw men and women swaying wildly to the beat on the dance floor; it wasa mess of tangled bodies.

The pounding music was deafening, and the chaotic atmosphere made his headhurt.

Yet, he didn’t linger around but instead directly ran towards the private rooms atthe back of the bar.

The GPS shows that Mommy is at the back.

However, Juan was stumped to come face to face with rooms that all looked thesame. There are so many rooms here. How is it possible to find Mommy?

Just when he fell into deep thought with a frown, a voice sounded from behindhim.

“Is that you, Kyle? What are you doing here?”

Hearing that voice, Juan turned around. Then, he lifted his head to look at thetowering man in black with doubt swirling in his eyes.


Kyle?

Is he talking to me?

Faced with his silence, the man bent down to respectfully ask, “Kyle, are youhere to see Mr. Seet? Well, he just left.”

Mr. Seet…

He sounds important.

The wheels in Juan’s head turned. Since I don’t know how I’m gonna findMommy, maybe I could…

He cleared his throat and took on the regal stance of a leader.

“I was sent here by Mr. Seet!”

Mr. Seet?

Um… That’s a formal way to address his father. Well-mannered as always. Iguess this is expected of the Seet family’s little prince.

Even so, the man remained cautious. “Kyle, did Mr. Seet, your father,” heemphasized, “give you any orders before sending you here?”

Juan was secretly delighted but showed none of it on the outside. All he did wasnod his head as he quickly adapted to the situation.

“Ah, yes. My dad sent me here to look for a woman.”

The man’s eyes widened in realization. “A woman? Was it the one Mr. Seet saidnot to let out under any circumstances?”

As soon as Juan heard that, his eyes darkened. No wonder Mommy disappearedfor such a long time. She was held here by that old pervert, Mr. Seet!

His small hands balled into fists by his sides. “Yes. That’s her. Bring me to her.”

“Alright. Follow me, Kyle!”

Soon after that, Juan was brought to the door of the room Nicole was held in.With a wave of his hand, he ordered, “Open the door!”

Several bodyguards who were on duty looked at each other and hesitated.

“Kyle, Mr. Seet ordered us not to let this woman out…”

“My dad personally told me to take this woman away! You dare go against mydad’s orders?”

“Well…”

The bodyguards were caught in a dilemma and also found it a little strange. Whywould Mr. Seet allow his son to come alone and take the woman away?

Not to mention, Kyle had always been reluctant to speak. He would say less thanten words on a good day, but today, he was acting the exact opposite of how heusually was!

To be safe, one of the bodyguards suggested, “Kyle, I think we should call Mr.Seet first. It might be better to have someone with you when you send thiswoman back.”

Juan instantly panicked when he heard this.

If they make the call, I’ll be exposed. How will I save Mommy then?

“My dad needs to see her urgently. If this matter is delayed, I’ll tell my dad thatyou disobeyed a direct order from him and deliberately made things difficult forme. When that time comes, you’ll all be in deep trouble!”

Deliberately made things difficult for him?

Um…

Everyone knew that Kyle was the most beloved prince of the Seet family. Hence,they would never dare to cause trouble for him even if they were given nine lives!

If Kyle complained to his father about the bodyguards, based on the latter’soverprotective streak, they were afraid to even imagine what kind of cruelpunishment they would have to endure.

With that, they weighed their very limited options and finally decided to do as“Kyle” said.

The door abruptly opened, and it startled Nicole, who was pacing around theroom while racking her brain for a way to escape.

When she saw Juan standing just beyond the threshold, confusion lined herfeatures.

Juan was afraid that his mother’s reaction would blow his cover, so he quicklyspoke, “Hey, you! My dad wants to see you! Follow me!”

As he was speaking, he also gave Nicole a furtive wink.

At first, Nicole was shocked by what he said, but after seeing his meaningfulwink, realization dawned on her.

Is Juan here to… save me?

When Juan noticed that his mother was dripping wet, his brows instantly knittedtogether into a frown.

He didn’t just lock Mommy up. He even made her soaking wet! That Mr. Seet, I’llmake sure we get even!

After we leave this place, I’ll make sure to pay it back to him!

“Stop stalling for time and come with me!” Juan urged.

He turned on his heels and walked out with Nicole scampering after him.

At Hillside Villa.

“Mr. Seet, Kyle fell asleep after drinking his medicine. He kept mumbling aboutwanting his mother in his sleep…”

Blake sighed with heartache when he spoke about this.

Evan, however, stood by the windows with an expression as cold as ice.

He wants his mother…

That woman! Who the hell does she think she is?

Who gave her the right to do this to Kyle!

Evan clenched his fists as a glint of malevolence flashed across his eyes. Heabruptly whipped around and snatched up his coat before walking straight out.

“Where are you going, Mr. Seet?”

Where am I going?

I’m going to ask that woman how she can so shamelessly live her life!

I’m going to make her pay the price!

Without a single reply, he sped towards The Passion in his Rolls-Royce.

Just then, Evan’s phone rang all of a sudden, and he quickly swiped to answer.

After answering the phone, his brows formed into a small frown right before hemade a sharp U-turn, heading towards the company instead.

There was an urgent crisis at the company, and he had to call for an emergencymeeting which lasted for three hours.

After the meeting, Evan returned to his office, clearly exhausted. He sat downand leaned back against his chair, his whole body exuding weariness as hemassaged the space between his brows.

When he thought about the woman still locked up in the room, he immediatelymade a call. “How’s the woman?”

“The woman? Mr. Seet, wasn’t she taken away by Kyle?”


Evan’s expression instantly sank.

“M-Mr. Seet, Kyle took the woman away saying that you gave the order…”

Kyle took Nicole away?

A hint of doubt appeared in Evan’s eyes.

“Are you sure it was Kyle?” he accentuated every word.

“Mr. Seet, how could we be mistaken? All of us saw him with our own eyes! Kyleinsisted that it was you who wanted to see the woman…”

Kyle said that?

I raised him single-handedly, and that kid has never once lied!

But he made up such a lie in order to save that woman!

Most importantly, how and when did he even chance upon that fool?

“Find that woman this instance!”

Evan’s infuriated roar shocked the bodyguard on the other end of the line, and herepeatedly promised that they would.

…

As soon as Evan hung up the phone, he flew into a rage and was just about tovent it out on something when someone knocked on his office door.

“Come in!”

That icy voice made Evan’s assistant, John, gulp in fear outside the door.Mustering up all the courage he had, he pushed the door opened and cautiouslymade his way in.

Evan then raised his head and sliced him a cold look. Meanwhile, John forced asmile that looked more like a grimace.

“You better have something worth my while!”

John suddenly remembered his purpose of coming here after Evan’s warning.

“Mr. Seet, our company’s network has been hacked, and the whole systemcrashed.”

“What?”

Evan immediately switched on his computer to verify it. True enough, thenetwork’s encryption key had been tampered with. On the black screen, a stringof red wordings glared back at him: Evan Seet, how dare you bully my woman?Are you seeking death?

“Who did this?” Evan’s face grew impossibly darker.

“W-We don’t know yet!”

In the next second, the sound of a glass shattering reverberated through theoffice. It came from a limited edition mug that was thrown to the ground, spillingwater everywhere and littering the floor with tiny glass shards.

“Well then, find out who did this! Unless you prefer facing the consequences!”

“Y-Yes! Yes!”

John pivoted around and left the office like his tail was on fire as he was tooafraid to stay a second longer. Releasing a long sigh of relief, he felt as if he hadjust escaped hell itself.

What should I do?

How am I going to find the culprit?

The biggest problem is that even the company’s experts are at their wits’ end!

…

At Parkland Garden.

Juan sat in front of his computer with a cheeky grin on his face. Several hourshad passed, but Evan’s company network was still down. He felt delighted justthinking about it.

This is what you get for bullying my mommy!

“Juan! Juan, come quick! You’re on TV!” Maya’s voice drifted into the study,stirring Juan’s curiosity.

I know that I’m quite handsome, but isn’t this way too much?

How could I possibly have gotten on the news right after I come back?

Juan walked into the living room with a bewildered expression. When he glancedat the TV screen, his eyes widened into the size of soccer balls.

The little boy on TV, who was wearing a suit, looked exactly like him!

Right then, Nina and Nicole came to the living room as well after hearing Maya’sexclamation.

The TV was broadcasting news about the president of Seet Group, who wasoffering a hefty reward to whoever succeeded in locating a particular individual.

Nicole’s heart skipped a beat. Five years ago, Evan had also offered a reward ofone million in order to find her whereabouts. Could it be…

The scene on the TV screen switched to show Kyle’s handsome face again.

This is…

Nicole’s heart lurched, and she quickly walked nearer to the TV to have a closerlook.

Is this my son whom I left with Evan Seet?

He really looks exactly like Juan…

Nicole reached out with trembling fingers to touch Kyle’s face on the screen, hereyes misting over.

“Mommy, why does he look exactly like Juan?” Nina was puzzled.

“Mommy, this little boy seems to be sick. His daddy is looking for Dr. Tussaud. Ifeel sad for him.” Maya blinked innocently.

“Mommy, Evan Seet is looking for the miracle doctor. He’s looking for Dr.Tussaud, the miracle doctor!”

Tussaud… Juan instinctively looked towards Nicole.

The miracle doctor, whom Evan Seet is so desperately looking for, is ourmommy!


However, Nicole didn’t seem to hear what her children said. Her eyes werefixated on the screen while listening attentively to Evan as he described Kyle’scondition.

He has been severely ill since he was a baby and is in urgent need oftreatment… This sentence seemed to have formed into a chant that played in hermind on repeat.

I’m so sorry, Kyle…

It’s all Mommy’s fault. Mommy didn’t fulfill the responsibility of being a mother.Mommy is so, so sorry!

Looking at her mother with a perplexed expression, Nina couldn’t seem tounderstand her mother’s reaction.

Her mother had always nailed everything from fighting thieves and gangsters toworking miracles and doing house chores. She raised the three of them on herown and never once shed a tear, even when encountering the biggest ofproblems!

Nina then turned to look at Juan, her brother, with the same expression.

At the same time, Juan suddenly recalled the incident where he was mistaken forsomeone else. Those bodyguards must have mistaken me for this boy, Kyle.

Unless…

Kyle is my brother?

Then, could Evan Seet, who looks so similar to Kyle and me…

Be our daddy?

The gears in his little brain churned as Juan’s jaw hung open slightly, and hiseyes lit up.

On the other hand, Maya hopped down from the small chair she was sitting onand padded towards Nicole. She stretched out a chubby hand and said, “Don’tcry, Mommy. Here’s a piece of candy for you!”

Nicole returned to her senses and hastily wiped her tears away. Warmth spreadthrough her chest as she leaned down to scoop Maya into her arms.

At the same time, Juan was whispering a huge secret he had just unraveled toNina.

Nina was equally shocked when she heard it.

“Really?”

Her abruptly raised voice got the attention of both Nicole and Maya.

“What’s going on with you two?”

“It’s nothing, Mommy. We were just talking about Kyle’s illness. It’s so sad to hearwhat he had to go through, so we think that you should use your skills and treathim, Mommy!”

Juan practically read Nicole’s mind.

But…

Evan hates my guts, so he definitely won’t let me go anywhere near Kyle!

Getting past the Seets to treat Kyle is easier said than done.

Though still young, Nina could clearly detect her mother’s anxiousness. She thenran to her bedroom and took out her most precious box.

“Mommy, I don’t mind letting you use my magic tools.”

“What magic tools?” Maya craned her neck to look at the box.

Nina gave her a sidelong glance. “You don’t need to know. It’s definitely notchocolate, candies, or cakes.”

Maya rolled her eyes in response. “Of course I know that. Your box is filled withmakeup products meant for grown-ups. Mommy doesn’t need any of these thingsbecause she’s already beautiful.”

But Nicole’s eyes brightened with understanding and asked, “Nina, were youtrying to ask Mommy to put on a disguise and treat Kyle?”

“Yes! Mommy is the smartest!”

Nicole studied the variety of tools in Nina’s makeup box, nodding imperceptiblyas Nina’s suggestion settled in her mind.

This is indeed a good idea and also the fastest way I can get close to Kyle.

It’s a good thing God has blessed me with a daughter who has skills that can rivalthat of international makeup artists. So, this problem of mine is officially solved.

Meanwhile, at Seet Group.

When John, who was still fretting over the company’s abrupt system failure, sawEvan seeking medical treatment for Kyle on TV, he suddenly recalled somethingand rushed out of the company.

Twenty minutes later.

He knocked on the front door of Hillside Villa.

The Seets’ butler, Blake, was the one who opened the door. When he saw who itwas, he politely asked, “Mr. Lane, are you looking for Mr. Seet? I’m afraid he’snot home.”

“No, it’s Kyle I’m looking for.”

John walked into the living room and saw Kyle sitting on the sofa with a sullenexpression. He was literally a miniature version of Evan with that cold andarrogant temperament of his.

Clearing his throat, he then approached Kyle.

“Hi there, little Kyle. Do you remember me? I’m John, and I came here to seeyou.”

Kyle turned around to give him a once-over before replying in a bored tone,“Well? Do you like what you see?”

Uhh…

“Yes. Yes, of course. You’re the most handsome boy I’ve ever seen, little Kyle!”John gave him two thumbs-up.

Hearing his response, Kyle sent John a fleeting glance and turned away. “Thenyou can leave now.”

John was stunned for a moment, then put on a tight smile. “Little Kyle, there’salso something else.”

“In that case, stop talking nonsense and get straight to the point!”

Although Kyle was young, he was highly perceptive and often seemed like hecould unveil a person’s innermost thoughts.

John suddenly felt like he wasn’t talking to a mere child but to the overbearingand intimidating Evan Seet instead.

“Okay. Then, I’ll get straight to the point, little Kyle. I heard that Mason, theworld’s top hacker, personally taught you how to crack various system encryptionkeys. Is that true?”

Kyle squinted at him impatiently.

John immediately blurted out, “The company has been hacked, and the system iscompletely down. Can you help me, little Kyle?”


“What does that have to do with me?” Kyle scoffed and got up to head back to hisroom.

John was surprised by his reaction. “Little Kyle, this is your family’s company. Ofcourse, it has something to do with you-”

Bang!

Only the sound of the door being slammed shut answered John.

His temper is exactly the same as Mr. Seet’s! Like father like son!

John stood outside his door with a humiliated look on his face, at a loss of whatto do.

When he spotted Blake, the family butler, his eyes lit up, and he immediatelyapproached him. “Sir, what does Kyle usually like to do?”

Blake mused over the question for a while, then sighed.

“Kyle’s Lego collection and iPad have been confiscated by Mr. Seet. He usuallylikes to play with those.”

Lego and an iPad… That’s easy enough!

John rushed to a mall to buy the latest iPad version and ten Lego models. Then,he brought them back to Hillside Villa and knocked on Kyle’s bedroom door.

“Kyle, I bought for you your favorite Lego as well as an iPad. They’re all the latestand hottest models!”

After making his announcement, he waited outside, fully confident in himself.

Sure enough, the door opened after only a short while.

Kyle blinked at the pile of toys on the floor in surprise before transferring his gazeto John.

His eyes flashed with an array of emotions as he tried to figure out John’sintentions.

John chuckled awkwardly and explained, “I bought all of this for you. I’m happyas long as you like it. You don’t need to thank me.”

“Thank you?” Kyle curled his lips and feigned sympathy when he looked at him.“Don’t get me wrong. I’m actually worried for you.”

John’s brows creased in confusion.

“My dad confiscated my Lego and iPad, but here you are, bringing me tendifferent Lego models and a new iPad. Are you deliberately defying him?”

Huh?

John’s heart went cold. He didn’t mean it like this at all.

“My dad hates it the most when people go against him. Just think about theconsequences.”

The consequences…

Evan’s cold and emotionless face appeared in John’s mind, making a chill rundown his spine.

What was I thinking, coming to the president’s house and outright challenging hisauthority?

“Kyle, I better take these toys away first. I don’t know if I’ll be able to keep my jobif Mr. Seet gets angry!”

But Kyle didn’t answer him. He only took out his phone to snap photos of this pileof Lego models.

“My dad will know even if you take them away.”

With a calm look on his face, he showed the screen of his phone to John andwaved the evidence in front of him.

“No…”

John was dumbstruck and could only suffer in silence because the retaliationwould get him nowhere. “Kyle, I didn’t do anything to you. You can’t possibly dothis to me.”

“Let’s make a deal. If you help me with something, then I’ll keep this a secretbetween us.”

“What is it?”

Kyle gestured for him to come closer. Following that, John leaned in andobediently put his ear next to the boy’s mouth.

Then, Kyle cupped a hand around his mouth and whispered something.

After he was done, John’s eyes widened in shock. “You want me to… No, no, no!Mr. Seet will kill me!”

Kyle wants me to find out where his mother is and dig up information about Mr.Seet’s woman. How can I do something like this?

“You won’t do it? I can make sure my dad sees these photos in less than threeseconds!”

“No! Why don’t we discuss it further, Kyle?”

Just after he said this, his phone rang in his pocket. He glanced at the screen,and his heart almost leaped out of his chest when he saw that it was Evancalling.

Instantly, he straightened himself and went to the living room to answer the call.

“You still haven’t found out who got past the firewalls? I’m starting to think youactually want to be thrown into the Pacific Ocean and fed to the sharks!”

“Mr. Seet, I’m on it. I’ll find the culprit as soon as possible!”

“You have two hours, or else…”

“I’ll be thrown into the Pacific Ocean and fed to the sharks!” John blurted out as ifhe were answering to a military order.

“You’re going to the Pacific Ocean?”

John looked down and saw Kyle, who was standing by the side with a look ofconcern.

For some reason, he felt slightly comforted by that and sighed in an aggrievedmanner. “Of course I don’t!”

“Yeah. The sharks will probably have an upset stomach if they eat you!”

John was utterly speechless. Kyle is sympathizing with the sharks and not me?

“Kyle, for the… for the sake of the sharks, can you help me out?”

“Then promise me that you’ll help find my mommy!”

John breathed in and out several times. After contemplating for a while, he finallychose the most likely option to preserve his own life. “Deal!”

When the two reached a consensus, Kyle ran to his study and turned on thecomputer. Meanwhile, John almost went cross-eyed watching Kyle’s fingers flyacross the keyboard.

“Done! This is the hacker’s address!”

John was pleasantly surprised.

“You’ve found it that soon?”

Kyle shot him a look that could cut and said, “Half a month. I want to know aboutmy mommy in half a month!”

With that, he went straight downstairs.

Half a month…

John felt as if he was carrying the weight of the world on his shoulders.

But lucky for him, the current crisis had been resolved!

He couldn’t wait to call Evan and relay the good news.

“Who did it?” This was still the matter at the forefront of Evan’s mind.

“Mr. Seet, it seems that the hacker lives in Parkland Garden.”

“Continue investigating!”

“Yes, Mr. Seet.”

The company’s system had returned to normal. In the meantime, Evan had justturned on his computer when an email notification popped up.

He opened it, and the next thing he knew, the ice coating his face instantlymelted a fraction.

After reading the email, he immediately dialed the number that was stated in it.

“Hello, this is Evan Seet. Are you Dr. Tussaud?”

Nicole subconsciously clenched her fingers when she heard this deep and sexyvoice.

Her heart was beating frantically in her chest.

If it weren’t for Kyle, I would never take the initiative to contact this vile andLucifer-like pervert!

“Yes, I’m Tussaud. I heard that you were looking for me. I can save your son, buton one condition…”


Outside Hillside Villa.

An anxious Nicole mustered up her courage and pressed the doorbell.

The face Nina drew is obviously different from the one before. No one’s gonnaknow.

That’s right, so stay calm. Stay calm!

The door opened, and the butler, Blake, glanced at her. Realization dawned uponhim as he noticed the medical kit in her hand.

“Are you the miracle doctor who’s here to see Kyle?”

“Yes.”

“Please come with me. Mr. Seet’s waiting for you.”

Nicole carefully observed the villa while walking behind Blake. As expected of theSeet family. Every decoration here reflects their power and wealth.

As soon as she reached the living room, Nicole’s chest tightened when she sawEvan’s stand-offish face.

“You’re Dr. Tussaud?” he asked, gazing at her with a pair of hawk eyes.

The woman appeared to be in her thirties and had slightly tanned skin. She wasthe kind of woman who wouldn’t stand out from the crowd if she were thrown intoone.

“Yes,” Nicole answered, gripping her fists as she tried her best to remain calm.

After a pause, Evan responded casually, “You may proceed.”

Seeing that he didn’t recognize her, Nicole breathed a sigh of relief.

“Please come with me, Doctor,” said Blake.

After that, they headed to the bedroom, with Evan following behind.

Kyle’s room was decorated lavishly but also looked fresh and clean. It looks likethe Seets are treating him exactly as they should be. Nicole was relieved.

However, her heart ached as she gazed upon an ashen-looking Kyle lying in bed.

“This is Kyle, Dr. Tussaud. Please have a look at him.”

With a nod, Nicole rushed to the bedside, leaned over, and touched Kyle’sforehead.

Kyle opened his eyes and frowned as he saw Nicole.

As the mother and son met, Nicole was overwhelmed with mixed feelings.

The agony was indescribable.

“Where does it hurt, Kyle?”

“Who are you?” Kyle stared at her with his big eyes.

All the women who came to the villa would always have their faces caked, butthis lady was very different from the rest as she only had light makeup on.

Moreover, she had a faint, reddish mark the size of a fingernail on her left cheek.

The woman didn’t look pretty, but there was something oddly familiar about her.

“I’m a doctor, and I’m here to treat you.”

Her gaze darkened as she gently felt his pulse.

From the boy’s heartbeat, she could deduce that his stomach and lungs werevery weak for someone his age.

“Kyle was coughing blood again just a while ago, Dr. Tussaud. What on earth ishappening?”

“His body is weak. That was why he coughed up blood earlier. This often hassomething to do with the digestive and respiratory tracts, and this time, it was hisstomach. So he has to be extra meticulous with his diet. I’ll perform acupunctureon him and give him a prescription later. After that, do remember to keep himunder vigilant care.”

“Alright.”

Hearing Blake’s reply, Kyle began to act out.

“I don’t want any acupuncture! I don’t need to be treated because I’m perfectlyfine! Get her out of here!”

Evan, who had remained silent all this while, finally spoke up. “Behave, Kyle!”

Despite giving the boy an order, there was a trace of pity in his voice.

Nicole glanced at him before walking toward Kyle with a few long and thin silverneedles.

Right then, Kyle proceeded to kick up another fuss before she even touched him.

“No! I’m not sick! I don’t want acupuncture!”

“That’s enough, Kyle!”

With Evan’s sudden yelling, the ill child burst into tears. “Mommy! I want mymommy…”

Nicole instantly felt like her heart was squeezed by an invisible hand. It hurt somuch that her expression turned awful in a flash.

“Mommy! Mommy! I want Mommy!”

Kyle. My dear Kyle…

At that moment, Nicole could no longer contain herself at the sound of the child’sweeping anymore. With trembling hands, she reached out towards Kyle’s arm.


“I told you your mother’s dead! Don’t you ever mention her again!”

Evan’s cold admonishing caused Nicole to freeze for a moment.

Dead…?

He actually told Kyle I’m dead?

Her eyes were instantly filled with rage.

“No! You’re lying. Mommy isn’t dead!” Kyle continued to throw a fit.

Evan began to exude a dangerous aura at the mention of the woman. He nowlooked like a lion that had been angered.

“I said she’s dead, so she’s dead! You’d better start behaving, Kyle, or -”

“How could you talk to a child like that? I’d say he’s in such a state because youdidn’t take good care of him! What kind of a father are you?” Nicole shouted asher motherly instincts came over, wanting to protect the kid.

She trembled as she spoke.

Her words rang in Evan’s ears. It made him especially surprised to have beeninterrupted, and even worse, berated.

Realizing she had gotten too worked up, Nicole lowered her head and tried torecompose herself. “What I meant was – the boy is still young, so you should talkto him nicely.”

Evan stared at her in suspicion. “That voice of yours earlier…”

“I got too emotional. People tend to sound different when their emotions get thebetter of them.”

While explaining, Nicole noticed Evan’s inquisitive gaze on her, and her chesttightened.

“Don’t forget that you’ve agreed to my terms, Mr. Seet. I’m the doctor here, andI’m in charge of the entire treatment process. So, I’m asking you now to pleaseleave, and don’t interfere with my work.”

Evan stared at the miracle doctor attentively. Despite feeling suspicious abouther, he couldn’t figure anything out.

Seeing the man remain still, Nicole urged once more, “Please cooperate.”

He gave a final look at his son, who was lying in bed. Only then, he finally left theroom with a stony expression.

After Evan left, Nicole began to comfort the sobbing child.

“You’re a tough guy, Kyle. Don’t cry.”

Kyle glanced at her unhappily and wiped his tears.

He never cried except when he was thinking of his mother.

After much coaxing, the boy finally agreed to let Nicole perform acupuncture onhim.

“Does it hurt?”

Kyle shook his head.

Nicole’s eyes became wet with tears. How could it not hurt? He was crying somuch, and yet he’s acting so strong right now.

“You’re amazing, Kyle!”

“I don’t need you to tell me that.”

Hearing the boy refute her, Nicole caressed his head.

Kyle hated being touched by others, but for some reason, he didn’t feel likegetting mad at Nicole for doing it.

“You’ll have to eat your meals regularly from now on, Kyle. Don’t take anythingspicy, and also -”

“Okay, I got it. You’re so annoying!”

Since Kyle didn’t like listening to her, Nicole stopped talking. It’s better if I talkedto Evan anyway.

Nicole then left the room, prescribed some herbs, and told Blake, the butler, to bemore mindful of the boy’s diet.

“I’ll remember everything, Dr. Tussaud,” Blake responded.

“Okay. I’ll drop by again tomorrow.”

Just as she spoke, Evan’s frigid voice came from behind.

“Will Kyle have to go through acupuncture every day?”

Nicole stilled for a moment. “I can’t say right now if it’s necessary. I’ll have a lookat his condition again tomorrow.”

Evan stared at her for a long while before finally giving her a one-word response.

“Alright.”

“Well, I’ll be heading back now.”

Unable to handle the man’s sharp eyes, Nicole put on a calm act and left with hermedical kit.

After watching her leave, Evan’s eyes darkened as he gave one of thebodyguards an order.

“Follow her.”

“Yes, Sir.”


After leaving the Seet family villa, Nicole dropped by a dessert store and grabbedsome yogurt and chocolate cake before heading back to Parkland Garden.

The children were relieved to see their mother return safely.

“Did you get recognized, Mommy?”

“Nope!”

“I told you I have awesome makeup skills. I’m so good at it that there’s no wayyou’d be found out.”

Nina looked up proudly.

Nicole stroked the girl’s head and gave her a thumbs up. “You’re the best, Nina!”

“Are those for me, Mommy?” Maya stared at the box of desserts in Nicole’s hand,her eyes twinkling with excitement.

“That’s right. They’re your favorite, Maya.”

“Thanks, Mommy!”

Maya happily took the box, placed it on the table, and opened it up.

“All you do is eat!”

“Yeah, well, that’s cause I love eating!” Maya rolled her eyes at Nina. “All you dois play with makeup every day.”

“T-that’s cause I love being pretty! And I’ll always be, but as for you, you’re goingto end up looking like a pig!”

“You…”

“Alright, Nina! Come here and help Mommy to remove makeup.”

Seeing the two little girls starting to bicker, Nicole hurriedly dragged the furiousNina into the bathroom.

Juan frowned and sighed. They always said three was a crowd, but at theirhome, having just two of those girls around was more than enough trouble.

Sigh…

…

Meanwhile, at Hillside Villa.

Evan’s gaze darkened as he stared at the location shown on the phone.

“This is the exact location of the hacker who ruined the company’s system, Mr.Seet. 108, Block 4, Parkland Garden.”

Just as John’s words fell, the bodyguard who had been following Nicole walkedin.

“The one you told us to follow entered Parkland Garden, Mr. Seet – to be precise,it’s Unit 108, Block 4.”

The exact same address?

Evan’s face instantly turned gloomy as he clenched his fists.

The hacker, who destroyed the company’s system, and this “Dr. Tussaud”…

Evan emitted such a frosty aura that the room instantly turned cold.

On the other hand, John and the bodyguard exchanged glances. Knowing thatEvan was on the verge of exploding, they instinctively held their breaths, fearingthat their boss was about to take his anger out on them.

Then, Evan stood up all of a sudden. “Head on to Parkland Garden now!”

“Yes, Sir!”

The two quickly followed.

Twenty minutes later, a black Maybach sped into Parkland Garden.

With a loud screech, the car stopped right in front of a certain block.

Following that, a tall and cold-looking Evan got out of the vehicle.

He strode toward the mentioned location. Every step he took could makesomeone tense up in fear.

At the same time, John and the bodyguards followed their boss closely behind.They were well aware that whoever lived here was about to be in huge trouble.

Soon after that, they arrived in front of Unit 108, Block 4.

Evan glanced at John, causing the latter to bang on the door immediately.

Bang! Bang! Bang!

The urgent knock from the other side of the door gave Nicole a shock, makingher nervous.

“Who is it?”

However, no one answered her, and instead, the loud banging continued.

My God. Why does it feel like there’s a loan shark at my door?

I just got back a few days ago, and I don’t owe anyone money.

Clearly displeased with the sudden disturbance, Nicole violently opened the doorand couldn’t help but grumble, “What the hell? Are you a…”

She immediately caught sight of Evan’s cold, menacing face.

Nicole’s mind went black, as though she had just been struck by lightning.

“So it really is you, woman!”


Evan’s lips curled into a chilling smirk the moment he saw Nicole.

Without any delay, he walked straight into the woman’s home, but not beforegiving her a shove.

Nicole swiftly returned to her senses while staggering. The man who stood infront of her just a moment ago was now inside her living room.

“This is my home, Mr. Seet! You’re trespassing! Please leave right now!”

Nicole’s heart nearly leaped out of her chest. She was terrified that Evan wouldstumble upon the three children.

Yet, Evan disregarded her words and smiled contemptuously. “Trespassing?That’s nothing compared to your nasty deeds.”

Nasty deeds?

Nicole’s heart pounded. The fact that Evan had managed to find this place meanthe must have figured something out. Does he know I’m Dr. Tussaud?

“Feeling a tad guilty?”

Evan glared at the now stunned Nicole with his dagger-like eyes.

Upon hearing his words, Nicole gripped her fists in panic. Fighting Evan head-onwas certainly not an option; neither was going against those few bodyguardsbehind him.

“Parents will always care about their children, Mr. Seet. I did it only so I couldgive Kyle—” the treatment he needs!

The mention of that boy’s name struck a nerve in Evan.

“Shut it! You have no right to say my son’s name, and you certainly don’t havethe right to talk about parents being concerned about children!”

“Who are these guys, Mommy?”

Maya walked out of the bedroom and gazed at the group of men in curiosity.“Wow, he looks just like Juan,” she muttered as her eyes fell on Evan’s face.

Evan stared at Maya with a frown.

This chubby kid just called her Mommy and looks just like her. Is that herdaughter?

“What’s going on, Mommy?”

Maya also rushed out of the bedroom and frowned.

Her heart instantly began to boil as she saw Evan’s face.

Is he our daddy?

He had never asked how they were doing all these years and even picked ontheir mommy the last time; now, he’s trespassing into their home? Outrageous.

“What are you doing?”

Nina hurriedly stood in front of Nicole and shouted at Evan.

Evan’s pupils constricted slightly at the sight of that. This woman sure is lucky.

She’s actually given birth to two daughters who look just like her.

Kyle, on the other hand, had always yearned for his mother, but sadly, never gotto experience a mother’s love!

Yet, this heartless woman completely forgot about his existence and bore herselfmore children so quickly.

The thought of this made Evan’s eyes flash with rage.

“Are both of them your daughters?”

“Yes, Mr. Seet. If you have something against me, please come at me. Don’t hurtthem. They’re just children!”

“I’m not scared of him, Mommy!” Nina glared at Evan furiously as though the manowed her a huge sum.

Evan scoffed. To him, Nina was a wild child with a terrible upbringing. Only awoman like Nicole would raise such a child.

At the same time, Nicole was extremely frantic. Both Nina and Maya were slightlyshorter than Juan, and they looked completely different from the boys. Thus, itwas normal for Evan not to realize they were his children.

However, Juan was different. Not only did the boy resemble Kyle and Evan, buthe and Kyle were also of similar heights too. If Juan shows up and Evan seeshim, I’m going to lose him for sure.

“You had quite the guts to threaten me back there, didn’t you? Why are youplaying dumb now?”


Evan’s glacial tone interrupted Nicole’s thoughts.

She looked up at the man, not understanding a word he had just said.

Threaten him? When have I ever done that?

“I don’t know what you’re talking about, Mr. Seet.”

Evan snorted. “Too afraid to own up?”

Seeing how bewildered Nicole looked, the man scoffed and continued, “Only awoman like you can do something as shallow as hacking into a company’ssystem. Still, I’m more curious as to where you learned to be a hacker anddoctor.”

The doctor part was no surprise to Nicole. However, the hacking…

Did Juan do something?

He did fiddle around with the computer earlier when he was alone. Could hehave gotten revenge for me by hacking into Evan’s company website?

Upon realizing this, Nicole immediately eased the situation by admitting it washer doing. “I learned hacking and medicine from my mentors.”

“So you admit it? Do you not fear death from doing such things?”

Evan’s frosty eyes narrowed as an intimidating aura engulfed him.

The moment he said that, Nicole instantly froze.

He’s going to take my life just because of this?

I can’t die yet!

I have to raise my three babies and make sure Kyle gets better.

“Kyle won’t be able to get better if you kill me, Mr. Seet.”

Evan’s face darkened at the mention of Kyle. There was no denying that Nicole’sacupuncture treatments were helping.

The boy now felt much more at ease from just one treatment.

In that case, I’ll keep her alive for now so she can treat Kyle. This is her chanceto redeem herself, and I’ll think about the rest later.

“You can’t kill Mommy, Mister! Mommy works so hard to raise us!” Maya saidwhile looking innocent with her puppy eyes.

“We’ll hate you for life if you kill Mommy!”

Meanwhile, Nina looked as angry as a bull.

Evan was instantly filled with wrath as he looked down and saw the two little girlsprotecting their mother.

It’s hard to raise them? They’ll hate me for life?

How is it my problem if she’s had a tough time raising them? She deserves it!

“I’ll spare your life, for now, Nicole Lane. Be glad that you’re being given achance at redemption. You’ll continue to treat Kyle, but you must never tell himyou’re his mother, or else…”

The rage in Evan’s eyes made Nicole quiver. She immediately placed herself infront of her daughters and responded, “I understand, Mr. Seet. Don’t worry. Iwon’t tell Kyle anything.”

“You’d better not.”

After Evan said that, he stared at her for a long time.

But just as he turned to leave, the sound of a mug falling to the ground suddenlycame from inside the bedroom.

There’s someone else?

Evan stopped in his tracks and turned to Nicole.

The woman’s eyes were filled with anxiety.

It must be the man she ended up marrying. He must be the father of these twogirls.

The thought of this made Evan’s gaze darken.

His precious Kyle had gone through so much suffering, but this woman continuedto live like the boy never existed.

He was determined to find out who this despicable man was.

After a short pause, Evan began heading toward the bedroom.

“You can’t go in there, Mr. Seet!”

Juan’s inside! Evan would surely recognize the boy.

“Move!”

“Mr. Seet, you can’t-”

The more Nicole resist, the more Evan became frustrated. With that, he pushedher aside angrily. Look at how nervous she is. Is she worried that I’m about tohurt her man?

D*mn it!

Evan slammed the door open as he arrived in front of the bedroom.


Nicole’s heart stopped beating.

“Who are you?” Evan asked as he stared at the child curled up into a ball next tothe bed.

Nicole immediately rushed in and jumped in shock at the sight.

Since when did my precious Juan become a little girl?

The boy was wearing Nina’s clothes and had a wig on.

He sure moved quickly!

“S-She’s my daughters’ playmate.”

“Is that so?”

Juan nodded fervently.

Evan couldn’t be bothered with a “little girl”. He turned and left after giving Nicolea glance.

Juan was secretly delighted. Isn’t he supposed to be a smart guy?

He actually fell for my tricks.

But this is just a preview. The show’s only about to start.

After locking the door, Nicole frantically pulled Juan into her arms.

“Thank God you acted quickly, or he would have found out.”

Juan fell silent as his eyes turned misty. If I tell Mommy that I had purposely dropthat glass, Mommy would surely…

Forget it. The moment he imagined his mother nagging him, he changed hismind instantly. He wouldn’t want to go through that.

“Don’t worry, Mommy. I’ll be careful next time.”

Nicole hugged Juan even more tightly. This boy was her life. Evan Seet mustnever find out about him.

Inside the Maybach.

“Who would’ve thought that woman had such guts to mess with you, Mr. Seet?”

“She’ll pay for it!”

John nodded thoughtfully.

“They’re right. Your abilities are endless, Mr. Seet. Mr. Kyle’s going to give thatwoman a hard time whenever she tries to treat him.”

Thinking back to how Kyle behaved when he gave the child a Lego set and atablet, John figured he was being objective with his remarks.

Evan’s lips curled into a faint smirk. Kyle was abandoned not long after he wasborn; it’s only natural if he gives that woman a hard time now.

The next day.

Nicole arrived at the Hillside Villa on time to treat Kyle.

Since she had already been discovered by Evan last night, there was no longerany need to put on a disguise. Thus, she showed up as her true self.

Meanwhile, Kyle couldn’t get used to this new look.

“Where’s the lady from yesterday?”

Nicole reached for her medical kit and told Kyle that she was the same woman.

Kyle frowned; the more he stared at her, the more things didn’t seem right.

“No, you’re not!”

“It really is me. I had my own reasons for using a disguise yesterday, so…”

As Kyle listened to the woman explaining herself, he had a puzzled expressionon his face. The woman from yesterday might not look pretty at all, but she gaveoff a warm and down-to-earth feeling.

Yet, that plain-looking face turned out to be a disguise?

Feeling as though his heart had been shattered, Kyle flew into a rage.

“So you’re a liar!”

“No, I’m not a liar. I’m-”

“Why should I believe you when you can even change your face?”

Nicole was stumped.

Evan, who was standing right next to them, gazed at Nicole in amusement.

“Remember this, Kyle. Women are always great liars. Not only can they changetheir faces, but they can also play dead!”

Play dead…

Nicole could only suffer in silence at the mention of these two words.

She wouldn’t have chosen to play dead if it weren’t for the sake of protecting thethree children.

Upon hearing Evan’s words, Kyle glared at Nicole like an enemy.

“I won’t let a liar treat me, Dad. Make her leave!”

“I won’t lie to you, Kyle. You have to get better quickly,” Nicole insisted.

Then, she anxiously turned to Evan. “Kyle really has to be treated as soon aspossible, Mr. Seet. You should know what matters most right now.”

Evan glared at her before walking over to Kyle and stroking his head.

“She may be terrible, Kyle, but there’s no one else who can replace her. She’s anexcellent doctor and hacker. You can let her treat you as you compete over yourhacking skills.”

A hint of astonishment appeared in Kyle’s disdainful eyes.

“You know how to hack?”

Nicole stilled for a moment before nodding.

She didn’t know how to hack at all, but she’d readily say yes if it meant beingable to continue treating Kyle.

“Really? Then you can stay. But you’ll have to spend two hours practicinghacking skills with me every day.”

Kyle gave her a goading stare.

Two hours each day…

This was practically impossible for Nicole as she obviously knew nothing abouthacking.

Just as she was in a bind, Kyle continued, “What do you say?” If you won’t, thenget out of here!


Nicole had no choice but to bite the bullet and agree to it.

She could only take one step at a time now.

Meanwhile, Evan narrowed his eyes. Kyle’s hacking skills were taught by theworld’s top hacker, so Nicole would definitely be no match for him.

Hopefully, after that, Kyle would think that she was stupid and come to hate her.

When Kyle can’t stand her anymore, I can tell him that she’s his mother whom hehas been wanting to meet. By then, he will definitely not accept her.

That’d be great then!

“Dr. Tussaud is extremely good at hacking. She easily changed my company’sencryption key. So, Ms. Tussaud, don’t hesitate to guide Kyle while practicingwith him, will you?”

Evan’s exaggerated bragging made it sound like Nicole was an expert, sparkingKyle’s curiosity so much that he wished to get it on with her right away.

Nicole’s heart was pounding as she listened to Evan. My cover will definitely beblown if we were to start hacking now.

I must do something.

“Kyle, didn’t you promise to get treatment first? It’s more important.”

“Alright, then. Make it quick. We’ll have a go after it’s done!”

Nicole had no choice but to nod her head in agreement.

This time around, Kyle was cooperative and did not even frown. It was as if hedid not feel any pain at all.

However, Nicole felt distressed seeing a child showing such a high tolerance topain.

“It must have hurt a lot. I can give you a break before continuing with otheracupoints.”

“Enough talk. Keep going!”

Saying nothing, Nicole sighed and continued with the acupuncture.

After the acupuncture treatment was over, Kyle got off the bed immediately,ready to have a “hacking battle” with Nicole.

“Kyle, you can rest first.”

“Nah, there’s no need to! There are several computers in the study. You canchoose whichever you want.”

Nicole was stunned for a while, feeling guilty. “I need to use the washroom first.”

After which, she left in a hurry.

Once she was inside the washroom, she locked the door and let out a long sigh.

She then took out her phone and moved her fingers on the screen as shemuttered, “Juan, you’re the only one who can help me right now.”

She found Juan’s number and sent him a message.

Five minutes later, she walked out of the washroom.

“I’m ready.”

Seeing her confident stance, Kyle frowned. Could it be that this woman is reallygood at hacking?

“Let’s go to the study!”

“But I have a request—we have to do it in different rooms!”

“Why?”

“To keep you from peeking at my screen!”

Kyle shot Nicole a disapproving look and wondered where she got herconfidence to say such a thing.

“As you wish!”

Immediately afterward, the two of them went into the study to choose their “battleweapons”. After a while, Nicole held a laptop and walked into one of the guestrooms.

After that, she immediately texted Juan so that he could control the laptopremotely.

In the study, Kyle took his time to build the firewall, but it was cracked within afew minutes.

This lady is really something!

He raised the level of difficulty.

Similarly, it was cracked within minutes.

In a fit of anger, he raised the degree of difficulty to the highest, which was a feattaught to him by the world’s top hacker. He didn’t believe that it could be cracked.

Just when he was confident that he would win, a firewall alert popped up.

Kyle widened his eyes in surprise as he began to work on resolving it withintense concentration.

Looking at the screen, Nicole frowned slightly and suddenly halted Juan’s remoteaccess to her laptop.

That’s enough. If Juan can really defeat Kyle, it will definitely deal a blow to Kyle.

On the other end, Juan thumped the table after his remote access was cut off.What is mommy doing?

I was still figuring out how to crack this rare firewall system.

The more he thought about it, the more upset he felt. Thus, he took his phoneand called his mother.

Nicole glanced at the door before answering the phone with her voice lowered,“Juan, that’s enough help.”

“Mommy, the system Kyle builds is so complicated. I was still looking into it. Whydid you-”

“Can you crack it?”

“I’m not sure. It is quite advance, and I’ve never encountered one before.”

It seemed that Kyle was still more skillful than Juan was.

“Alright, Juan, you’ve already done a great job. It’s inconvenient for me to talknow. Talk to you later.”

After she hung up the phone, she started to click around cluelessly.

Earlier, Kyle had asked her to practice with him for two hours a day. But sinceshe had decided not to take it too far, she could just spend two hoursdilly-dallying on the screen. Surely, Kyle would not come up with other tacticsafter this?

It was not until two hours had passed that Nicole walked out of the room.

“You’re amazing, Kyle. I can’t crack it. I surrender.”

Saying nothing, Kyle looked up at Nicole, feeling angry.


He was no fool and knew very well that this woman was obviously holding back.

Judging from the time it took her to crack the first two firewalls, such a longperiod of time could have allowed her to at least do something to the last firewalleven though it was of the advanced level.

He gave Nicole a cold look, walked into his bedroom, and then slammed the doorshut.

What’s going on?

Confused, Nicole did not understand why he acted that way.

Blake, the butler, walked over and looked at her, saying, “Dr. Tussaud, maybeKyle is too tired. You should go back first.”

Nicole thought for a while and nodded her head. Before coming over thismorning, she had promised her three kids that she would take them to thekindergarten.

“Okay, I’ll come back tomorrow.”

When Evan returned from his office at noon, Nicole had already left.

He nodded in satisfaction after learning from Blake that Kyle had slammed thedoor in Nicole’s face.

Nicole must have made Kyle angry. That’s great!

I’m glad that this woman is good at being annoying. By the time Kyle’s illness iscured, he will probably never want to see her again.

After Nicole sent her three kids to the kindergarten early the next morning, sherushed to get some desserts and brought them to the Hillside Villa.

When she brought Maya to get some desserts yesterday, she remembered thatshe had previously run into Evan, who was buying desserts for Kyle. That meantKyle liked the desserts too.

Therefore, she purposely went to get some desserts and brought them overtoday.

Looking at the pastries she brought, Kyle knitted his brows.

This woman held back while practicing with me yesterday, and today, shebrought pastries over. She must be up to something.

“This is for you, Kyle.”

Nicole happily handed a piece of cake to Kyle.

Kyle looked at her warily and uttered a “No” before he turned his head away.

Nicole’s hand stopped in the air for a brief moment, and she retracted itembarrassingly.

Evan looked on while thinking to himself, Serves you right, Nicole. You’re simplybiting off more than you can chew. Hmph! To think you’re trying to get Kyle to likeyou using some cakes.

“Dr. Tussaud, just do your job as a doctor! You don’t need to worry about theother stuff concerning my son.”

Nicole turned around and looked at the gloating Evan as her blood boiled.

This man really wants Kyle to hate me, doesn’t he?

Damn it!

She feigned a bitter smile. “You’re right, Mr. Seet. I’ll focus on treating Kyle.”

“That’s good then.”

Smirking slightly, Evan shot Nicole a meaningful glance before he walked outwith his coat.

“Let’s start.”

Kyle’s voice pulled her back to reality. She sighed and followed him into hisbedroom.

He silently endured the pain during the whole treatment like he did yesterday.

After the acupuncture session, Kyle wanted Nicole to hack with him again.

Nicole hesitated. It was because Juan was at the kindergarten today, so hecouldn’t help her.

“What now? You’re scared?”

“Yes, Kyle, your skills are too good. You beat me.”

Yet Kyle wasn’t happy, albeit being praised. Instead, he glanced at her with adispleased look. “You’re faking it!”

Well, yes… but, I’m more like an impostor since I know nothing about hacking.

Either way, she did not mind what Kyle said to her.

“Kyle, since I’ve already bought the cakes, why don’t you have a bite?”

Kyle, however, only glanced at her and did not answer.

Nicole suddenly remembered Maya, her little glutton. If I were to eat in front ofKyle, would it make him crave for it too?

With this in mind, Nicole immediately put it into action.

Unboxing one of the cheesecake, she took one slice, sat down, and ate it withrelish.

But it backfired – Kyle just went upstairs after shooting her a glance.

Nevertheless, Nicole did not give up and followed him up the stairs. Since it wassomething Kyle liked to eat, she hoped that he could have a little, even if it wasjust one bite.

However, Kyle chided at her as soon as she walked upstairs, “Stay away fromme.”

“I know you like this cake, Kyle. Why don’t you-”

Before she could finish her sentence, she saw Kyle calling Evan and telling him,“She’s got ulterior motives. Don’t have her over anymore.”

“Kyle, you-”

“My dad will agree to it!”

Kyle gave her a look of determination and walked straight downstairs.

Nicole was at a loss. A second later, her phone rang.

“Dr. Tussaud, it seems that Kyle really dislikes you.”


Evan had been waiting for this moment for a long time.

“Mr. Seet, Kyle’s illness has not been cured, so I can’t just leave like this.”

Evan sneered. “Telling me this is useless. Kyle is the one that is determined todismiss you away. There’s nothing I can do.”

He’s determined to send me away?

If Even hadn’t give Kyle the idea that I’m a liar, Kyle would not have done that tome.

However, she was the one to blame after all…

She gave birth to quadruplets back then. If it weren’t for Kyle’s poor health andthe need for the best treatment since birth, she would not have sent him to theSeets.

But now that she was already a well-known doctor, Tussaud, she must cure Kyle.

“Mr. Seet, I will convince Kyle. Please give me another chance!” Nicole implored.

Due to Kyle’s illness, Evan was not in a rush to chase Nicole away. After a longsilence, he said coldly, “Well, that depends on you. You must know that I’m notthe one to give you this chance, but Kyle!”

After he finished that sentence, he directly hung up.

Nicole let out a long sigh. As long as Evan didn’t insist on dismissing her, shecould still try to convince Kyle.

That’s right. I’d be a failure if I can’t even handle a kid.

However, Kyle’s a stubborn, arrogant, and strong-minded kid. How should I dealwith him?

Nicole sank into deep thought.

It’s often said that knowing is half the battle. It seems that I have to find out Kyle’spreferences and weaknesses first.

Looking at Blake in the courtyard, an idea popped up in Nicole’s mind, and shewalked over to talk to him.

Blake was respectful towards her since she was, after all, known as a miracledoctor and was now treating Kyle.

“Ms. Tussaud, you’re saying you want to know if Kyle has a wish?”

“Yes!” Nicole gave a firm nod.

Blake heaved a sigh and began to speak earnestly.

Nicole’s sorrow grew as she listened to what Blake had said. It turned out thatKyle’s greatest wish was to find his mother.

For a child who had lacked the love of a mother since young, he would, ofcourse, yearn for a mother’s love and hope that his mother could be by his side.

However, Evan forbade her from telling Kyle that she was his mother.

What should I do?

Blake sighed and continued, “Ms. Tussaud, I believe, as a woman, you can relateas well. I heard that you also have children of your own. You can pay moreattention to Kyle. He spends most of his time with Mr. Seet only. In fact, he’s alsoquite lonely and needs love too.”

Nicole nodded her head, feeling her heart ache.

After that, Blake went on with his work, leaving Nicole to her thoughts as shepondered about what Blake had said.

All of a sudden, her eyes lit up. I’ve got an idea!

She walked towards Kyle’s bedroom and plucked up the courage to knock on thedoor.

“Open the door, Kyle!”

“Why haven’t you left?”

“There’s one more thing I haven’t done.”

“Which is?”

“I’ll tell you after you open the door.”

“Ugh, you’re so annoying!”

It took a full fifteen minutes before Kyle opened the door.

He glanced at her, irritated. “So?”

“Kyle, why don’t you let me stay, and we’ll change some rules?”

Kyle shot her a wary glance, wondering what this woman was up to again.

“I wanted to make some changes to our original plan of the two-hourpost-treatment practicing.”

Staring straight at her, Kyle remained silent despite his curiosity.

After a while, Nicole added, “I think it’s not good for you to always stay at home.How about I go out with you for two hours every day to get more contact with theoutside world? What do you think?”

This suggestion came as a surprise to Kyle. Having some contact with theoutside world did seem very appealing to him.

Due to his poor health, his father never allowed him to play outside…

It was just that if his father found out about this, he would definitely be mad.

Noticing his hesitation, Nicole put forward what she thought was moreconvincing.

“Only by getting more contact with the outside world may you meet the personyou like and want to see.”

As soon as Kyle heard that, he immediately thought of his mother.

He had always been wanting to look for his mother, but his father would not lethim. His father kept telling him that his mother had died and forbade him fromtalking about her.

If I can go out for two hours a day, isn’t this a good opportunity for me to look forMommy in secret?

Seeing Kyle lost in thoughts, Nicole knew that she had a shot. Thus, sheprompted softly, “How about it?”


Kyle was happy deep down, but he simply gave a slight nod with a calmexpression on his face.

Seeing that he had agreed to it, Nicole breathed a sigh of relief as she was finallyable to stay and treat him.

“Will your dad agree to it?” Nicole was worried.

“I won’t tell my dad.”

Nicole was satisfied with this answer. “That’s great! Pinky promise!”

Kyle glanced at her disdainfully and said, “How childish!”

But he still stretched out his pinky to lock hers.

Finally, they had come to an understanding! Nicole smiled sweetly while lookingat both of their fingers that were hooked together.

Later, in the evening, Evan was very surprised to learn that Kyle had given Nicolea second chance. It baffled him as he wondered how Nicole did it.

Kyle was stunned. If I tell him that we’ll be going out for two hours a day, Dad willmost definitely object.

After thinking for a while, he told Evan, “She’s quite good for a doctor.”

Huh? Just because of this?

Nonetheless, Evan was not convinced, as Kyle was not a child who could beeasily persuaded.

Nicole must have pulled some sort of trick. That scheming woman.

He glanced at Kyle before walking to his study.

Kyle breathed a sigh of relief. Having never lied, he hoped that his father wouldnot find out.

The next day, Nicole arrived at the Hillside Villa on time.

Evan especially warned her that he would make her pay a terrible price if shedared to harbor intentions that shouldn’t be harbored or lead Kyle astray.

Pulling a long face, Nicole could not help but protest inwardly. Why does thisbastard always think that I’m up to no good? I’m Kyle’s mom, for goodness’ sake.No mom will purposely harm their son!

“Did you hear me?” Evan probed after not getting a response from her.

Nicole had no choice but to reply, “Yes, I did. Don’t worry, Mr. Seet, I’ll never leadKyle astray.”

Upon hearing that, Evan’s sharp eyes scanned her from head to toe before heleft for work.

After he left, she went to the bedroom and began to insert needles on theacupoints of Kyle, who had already gotten himself ready.

During the treatment, Kyle kept urging her to hurry up.

When the treatment was finally over, Nicole was worried as she looked at Kyle’sexpectant face and asked, “Will Blake tell your dad?”

“Don’t worry!”

After speaking, Kyle covered a teddy bear and one of his pillows with a blanketand made it as if he were sleeping on his bed.

Then, he had Nicole tell Blake that he needed to rest and sleep after theacupuncture treatment and that no one should disrupt his sleep.

After that, Nicole helped him sneaked out of Hillside Villa when Blake was notlooking.

Looking at Kyle, who was next to her, Nicole was very excited, as she had beendreaming of having the opportunity to spend time alone with her son.

“Would you like to have some froyo, Kyle? I can take you.”

Kyle glanced at her.

Although he really wanted to eat it, it was more important to find mommy.Besides, he could have froyo anytime by simply making a call to his father.

“I wanna go to The Passion.”

“What?”

Nicole looked at him in astonishment. Why would a kid want to go to such aplace?

However, Kyle was too lazy to explain, only urging her to drive.

“Why do you want to go to a bar?”

Kyle gave her a sidelong glance.

Seeing Kyle’s serious face and his refusal to answer her, Nicole had no choicebut to take him there.

After twenty minutes, she parked her car in the parking lot of the bar.

When they reached, Kyle didn’t get out of the car. Instead, he took out his phoneand called John.

Once the call connected, he asked while furrowing his brows, “You still rememberour deal, right?

The mention of the deal caused John’s heart to skip a beat. Kyle has such agood memory.

“Y-Yes, of course I still remember it.”

“Did you manage to find anything?”


“Kyle, you know very well that this is no easy job. Besides, I can’t let Mr. Seetknow and can only do it in secret, so the progress is slower.” John cooked upsome excuses.

Kyle had expected him to say so. “Come to The Passion now. You must be herewithin twenty minutes.”

“What? I’m at work, Kyle, if Mr. Seet finds out—”

“Or bear the consequences!”

With that, Kyle directly hung up without waiting for him to finish his sentence.

John placed his palm over his forehead helplessly. Gosh! Why do I have to dealwith both “Lucifer” and his son? Why is my life so difficult?

Considering that Kyle was as cruel as Mr. Seet and had always done what hesaid, he didn’t dare to waste any more time and rushed to The Passion on time.

After that, Kyle got out of the car by himself and told Nicole not to show her faceas he didn’t want John to find out about her.

“Can I help you, Kyle?”

“Go and get a CCTV footage for me!”

“What footage specifically?”

“I heard that my dad once looked for a woman with one million as a reward. Thatwoman once threw money at him in this bar. I want the footage of that woman.”

John’s heart skipped a beat. Does Kyle actually know about this?

He must have seen it from the computer.

In order to let Kyle know the history of Seet Group, Evan had specifically let Kylego through all his interviews. Thus, Kyle did not miss out on a single interview,and he must have learned about it because of this.

“Why do you want to find that woman, Kyle?”

She was the only woman his father had ever looked for, so she must have anunusual relationship with his father. Moreover, there were no other clues, so hecould only start from her.

“Just do as I say!”

Oh, I can’t even ask?

John had no choice but to obey. “Please wait for a while.”

As he walked into the bar, he thought, It’s true that this woman is his mother, butMr. Seet doesn’t want him to know about this. How can I get around it?

But John did not return even after a long time, and Kyle got a little impatient.

Just when he turned around to make a call, a voice was suddenly heard comingfrom above him, asking, “Why are you here, Kyle?”

Sofie Sweeting again? Ah, the woman who keeps pestering dad. She is soannoying!

Hearing her voice, Kyle deliberately turned around and walked straight aheadwhile completely ignoring her.

“Hey, I’m talking to you, Kyle!” shouted Sofie.

But Kyle kept going.

“What a rude kid!”

Sofie frowned as she looked at him leaving and thought to herself. Why is hehere alone?

Nah, Evan won’t let Kyle come out alone, which means Evan must be here too.

In the past few days, she had been trying to find a chance to see Evan, so thiscame as a good chance for her.

With this in mind, she immediately went after Kyle.

Why is this rascal gone in a blink of an eye?

Looking at the rows of cars, Sofie grew anxious.

I must not miss such a good opportunity to meet Evan!

After being stunned for a while, she immediately took out her phone and calledEvan.

Evan, who was working, glanced at the caller ID and answered impatiently, “Whatis it?”

“Evan, I saw Kyle just now, but he disappeared in a blink of an eye. I’m a littleworried. Is he with you?”

She saw Kyle?

Evan was surprised.

“Where did you see him?”

“At the parking lot of The Passion.”

The mention of the location surprised Evan even more. Why would Kyle go tothat place?

“You’re seeing things!”

What a weirdo!

Evan could not be bothered by her and hung up the phone directly. Lowering hishead, he continued to bury himself in his work. After a while, he suddenly frozeas he thought of something.

Kyle wouldn’t go to a bar, but he’s with Nicole. That weird woman will doanything.

What if she’s the one bringing Kyle to the bar…

Thinking of this, Evan immediately called Blake.

“Is Kyle home?”


“Yes, he has been napping in his room since an hour ago. Mr. Seet, do you needhim?”

“An hour?”

“Yes, Ms. Tussaud had instructed me not to disturb him earlier, before she left.”

With that, Evan hung up almost immediately. He grabbed his jacket and swiftlymade his way back home.

Meanwhile, Sofie flew into a fit of rage upon learning that Evan had hung up onher.

She was certain that Evan did not want her to know of his whereabouts. He musthave been in the bar, flirting with some b*tch!

With such a thought in mind, Sofie hurried off to the bar in a huff.

Only daring to stand up after she had left, Kyle returned to Nicole’s car restlessly.

“Kyle, where have you been? You’ve scared the wits out of me!”

Since Nicole appeared to be anxious, Kyle informed her about the situationregarding Sofie.

“Sofie has just informed Dad about me. We have to leave now!”

What?

Nicole tensed up as she started to knead her hands together anxiously. If Evanfinds out about it, he won’t allow me to even cast a step near Kyle anymore.

What shall I do now?

At that instance, her phone rang. She glanced at the caller’s ID before she hadanswered it, asking, “Juan, what is it?”

“Mommy, Maya has seen the other kids eating yogurt toast. She wants some too.Can you give me some money so that I can buy some?”

“Y-You aren’t at school?”

“The teacher at school has been teaching us stuff that I already know. I hadpromised you that I’d take care of Maya, right? I’m outside Hillside Villa now.Mommy, come on out!”

“Outside Hillside Villa? How did you get there?” Nicole was shocked.

“I had won an electric scooter from my friend! It’s the latest edition, so it’s cooland pretty swift!”

If Evan discovers that I’d brought Kyle out secretly, he’ll chase me out. Seeingthat he is still sick, I can’t leave now.

Since Juan is currently outside Hillside Villa, there seems to be only one way out.

Meanwhile, a black Rolls-Royce drove into Hillside Villa’s garage.

The door opened to reveal Evan’s grim face; soon after, he immediately made hisway to Kyle’s room.

Nicole, if I find out that you’ve taken Kyle out without my permission, I’ll skin youalive!

Meanwhile, upstairs, the butler, Blake, was slightly astounded to see Evan back,at such an early hour.

“Mr. Seet, why are you home this early?”

“Where’s Kyle?”

Blake was confused. “Kyle? He’s sleeping in his room.”

Evan ignored him and strode over to open the door, only to discover that it waslocked.

Kyle had never once locked the door, even when he slept unless he was upset athim.

Something’s wrong.

Did Sofie really see Kyle? Then, did Kyle lock the door before climbing out of thewindow?

How ridiculous!

At that thought, anger blazed through Evan’s heart. He kicked the door open andbarged into the room right away.

There was a lump on the bed beneath the covers. Evan reached out and pulledback the covers back to reveal a huge teddy bear.

Blake panicked instantly. “Err…”

“It must have been that foolish woman’s idea!” Evan gritted out.

Hmph! How could Daddy even yell at Mommy?

Juan, who happened to be changing his clothes in the closet, pouted in anger.

Momentarily, he pushed the doors open.

Blake was shocked by the noise, along with the kid’s sudden appearance.

“Kyle, why are you in the closet?”

Even Evan was astonished to see him. He frowned, as he studied the teddy bearon the bed. “Kyle, what’s going on?”


Barely managing to change into Kyle’s clothes after coming in, Juan found thathe had no time to deal with the teddy bear.

He hesitated, “I had merely hugged it while I was sleeping. Can’t I do that much?”

“You had hugged it? Kyle, you hate having other stuff on your bed when yousleep.”

Err…

Oh, so Kyle has that habit?

Juan scratched his head.

“Well, people do change! As of now, I like hugging it to sleep. It’s fluffy and cute. Ican pinch it or cuddle with it, especially when I’m upset. That will certainly makeme feel much better.”

Making such a statement, Juan made his way towards the bed. Pulling the bearinto his arms, he demonstrated what he had meant.

Both Evan and Blake furrowed their brows, upon seeing how he had pinched andcuddled the teddy bear.

Evan knew Kyle well. His son was not a person who would act in such a manner,

“What’s wrong? Is this not fun? Wanna try it for yourself?” Juan suggested as hemade an effort to push the teddy bear towards them.

Evan shot him a suspicious glance before taking the teddy bear from him. “Doyou feel better now?”

Juan was secretly thrilled. This is the perfect opportunity for me to praiseMommy!

“I feel much better now. Dr. Tussaud certainly works miracles! Look, I’m soenergetic now!”

He even went as far as to kick his little legs out, in an effort to display his littlemuscles.

Blake was surprised at his reaction.

“Mr. Seet, it truly seems like Dr. Tussaud is really a miracle doctor! She hadhealed Kyle and had even brought him into merry spirits.”

Evan’s eyes narrowed at his words. He studied his son, who had suddenlyseemed strange to him.

Kyle isn’t usually this talkative.

Why does he seem like a different boy altogether, today?

However, that’s certainly my son. He resembles me.

Juan felt uncomfortable under his intense gaze. His little heart began to thumprapidly. I need to do this well. I can’t let them find out the truth, lest Mommy getsscolded.

He scratched his head pitifully before tugging at Evan’s top. “Daddy, can I sleepsome more?”

Mommy loves it when I act adorably.

This will work on Daddy, too!

Evan lowered his gaze and stared at his son.

Kyle had never once been so enthusiastic before. He had also never acted sopetulantly. Hence, Evan was unaccustomed to his son’s childish behavior, whichwas seemingly abrupt.

“Sure. What do you want for dinner? I’ll ask the chef to prepare it for you.”

“Um, I want—” Juan trailed off.

He didn’t even know what Kyle’s favorite food was. What should I say?

“Kyle, just mention it. I’ll ensure that the chef prepares it for you, just as you havewished for!” Blake urged.

Juan replied, “I want pork ribs, tofu, grilled pork, and vegetable rolls.”

Blake stared at him in utter disbelief. I had never prepared those dishes for Kylebefore. Why is he suddenly asking for them?

Evan was stunned as well.

Was it Nicole who told him about such dishes? She was the only person whomhe had met today.

“Mr. Seet, the chef has never concocted such dishes before. I’m not sure if hecan whip them up.”

“Since it’s Kyle’s wish, tell him to do his best.”

“Yes, Sir!”

Blake and Evan soon made their exit, leaving Juan alone on his bed. The littleboy rolled around and started muttering to himself, wondering when his Mommywould arrive to pick him up.


Meanwhile, Kyle was doubtful when Nicole reassured him that Evan wouldn’t findout.

Daddy is terribly clever. How did she manage to trick him?

“Are you sure that no one will find out?”

“Of course. Don’t worry, you can sneak back into your room. Just don’t let anyonenotice you and you’ll be fine.”

Kyle stared at her, still in doubt.

Earlier on, he had sneaked out, only to have failed to discover anything.

John had informed him that the surveillance cameras’ recordings had all beendestroyed since that happened a long time ago. He had tried his best, only to failat discovering anything.

Kyle was counting on another escape to thoroughly investigate the matter. If hisDad had managed to see through his plan, he wouldn’t get the opportunity tosneak out again.

That was why he was particularly concerned about this.

Nicole parked her car a distance away from Hillside Villa, so they wouldn’t getcaught. She then accompanied Kyle back to the villa and told him to be careful.

“Don’t worry!” Kyle replied impatiently and headed for the back wall.

Seeing his reaction, Nicole whipped out her phone and texted Juan to make hisexit carefully.

Juan was excited as he could finally leave, but he soon felt disappointed, as herealized that he wouldn’t get to eat the dishes that he had ordered earlier.

Good food shouldn’t be wasted! I’ll remind Kyle to finish the food on my behalf,he decided.

At that thought, Juan found that he was curious about Kyle too, leading him tomake the decision to stay, to meet Kyle.

Laying on the bed, he simply awaited Kyle’s return.

Soon, a light squeak was heard. The windows were pushed open and a little boyjumped in.

Juan sat up and stared at the little boy in surprise.

Oh wow! He looks exactly like the boy on TV! He also looks identical to me! Thisis awesome!

Kyle was stunned to see the boy staring at him curiously.

Why does he look exactly like me? He’s even wearing my clothes!

“Who are you?” Kyle inquired, as his usually expressionless eyes widened indisbelief.

Juan walked up to him and giggled. “We look the same! Can’t you guess it? I’myour older brother! Err, or maybe your younger brother.”

Older brother? Younger brother?

Kyle was confused. Dad never told me that I had siblings. Then, suddenly, asibling around my age appears?

Unless…

Mommy brought him back!

At such a thought, Kyle’s eyes lit up.

He was about to ask of his Mommy when they both heard footsteps approaching.

Juan panicked and immediately reminded Kyle, “The chef has prepared a lot ofdelicious dishes for you. They are all my favorite, so remember to finish them all!I can’t let them see me, so I have to go now.”

He waved to Kyle and climbed out of the window.

Why can’t he let them see him? Kyle wondered.

However, seeing that his identical brother had thought to bid as such, Kylebelieved that it had ought to be kept a secret as well.

Just then, someone knocked upon the door.

Kyle spoke up impatiently, “What is it?”

“Kyle, dinner is ready. Mr. Seet is waiting downstairs for you.”

Kyle recalled what Juan had told him earlier, so he opened the door curiously.

When he arrived at the dining room and sat down, he could not help but frown atthe dishes on the table.

What are these dishes? They seem strange. I’ve never seen them before.

Evan’s face darkened, upon noticing his son’s expression.

Earlier, his eyes had lit up, in anticipation, when he had mentioned these dishes.

However, why does he appear reluctant to eat it now?

“Kyle, eat up,” he ordered.

At his words, Kyle took hold of his chopsticks and picked up a slice of tofu. Hechewed on it twice, before spitting it out in disgust.

“Is it not good?”

“Mhm, it’s weird.”

He’s complaining about the taste?

I bet he’ll nitpick on our chef; he’ll certainly request for Nicole now!

Evan fixed his gaze upon his son silently, waiting for him to continue.

However…


Kyle stood to his feet. “I’m not hungry anymore,” he declared before returning tohis room.

That’s it?

What was that?

Is he planning to go on a hunger strike, to threaten me so I’ll hire Nicole to cookfor him?

Dream on!

Evan was upset because his own son was currently being manipulated by Nicole.

“Mr. Seet, shall I prepare another meal for him?”

Other food?

He’ll simply find another reason to refuse the meal!

“Ignore him!” Evan replied coldly before he went to his study.

…

Meanwhile, Juan was happy to be reunited with Nicole. He then recountedeverything that had occurred at Hillside Villa.

Nicole’s fury heightened, upon hearing her son’s words. Damn you, Evan. Howdare you call me a foolish woman?

“Mommy, I praised your skills in front of Daddy.”

Daddy?

Nicole’s face turned stern. “Who is your Daddy?”

“Evan Seet, of course!”

“He has never taken care of you! Why are you calling him Daddy now?”

Nicole felt annoyed, as her son, whom she had brought up single-handedly wasnow calling a man who had hated her, ‘Daddy’.

Juan touched his own head and grinned. “Mommy, do you want Kyle to call youMommy?”

Kyle?

I’d given birth to him, so of course, I would want him to call me Mommy.

“That’s different,” Nicole insisted.

Well, Juan did not know what she had meant, by the word ‘different’.

His conclusion was, Mommy took care of us herself for the past few years. If shereunites with Daddy, we can live together. Daddy will protect her!

We’ll become a perfect family again.

Juan really liked Kyle, so he thought that it would be fun to play with Kyle everyday.

He stared at Nicole intently, hoping that his wish would come true.

“Mommy, did you marry Daddy back then?”

Daddy again?

Nicole glared at him irritatedly and responded, “No!”

Juan continued, “Then, Mommy, will you marry him now?”

Marry Evan Seet?

That b*stard wants me to die! No, he’ll still hate me even after I die!

She would never have escaped abroad with her three kids in tow if he hadn’toffered a one million reward, for finding her. No one would understand how hardthese years had truly been for her.

Hence, she met Juan’s gaze and announced, “Even if he’s the only man left onthis earth, I’ll refuse to marry him! He can grovel at my feet sincerely, and sobpitifully, but I still won’t marry him!”

She harrumphed coldly after her announcement.

A silence ensued.

Juan stared at his Mommy’s angry expression and thought to himself, It looks likeour family will not reunite for the time being.

However, if I teach Daddy a lesson to avenge Mommy, will she give him achance?

When they both arrived at school, Maya and Nina were waiting for them.

Maya was pouting unhappily. Juan had promised to buy her cake pops, but hehad never returned.

Upon seeing Nicole, she tugged at her clothes and complained about Juan.

“Maya, Juan didn’t buy the cake pops for you because he was helping me out.Let’s go and buy it now, okay?”

Maya broke into a smile promptly and nodded.

At the dessert store, the three kids chose their favorite desserts. Juan picked oneand gave it to Maya. The little girl’s eyes shone with joy as she thanked herbrother.

As Juan’s desserts had ended up in front of Maya, Nicole stood up to buy somefor him.

She went to the dessert counter and spotted a walnut cookie, which Juan hadloved. She was about to pick it up when someone else beat her to it.

Looking up, she felt her heart sink.

Why is she here?


“Nicole? Is that you? Where have you been for the past few years?”

Sylphiette Lane, her stepsister, came over to her with concern, trying to grab herarm.

Nicole dodged her attempt to touch her.

There was no one else from their family here, so she wasn’t about to play along.

Sylphiette Lane was the daughter of her stepmother, Sylvia Howard, and herfather. She was a replica of Sylvia.

This woman liked to play the sympathy card. She had often pretended to beweak, but in reality, she would scheme, behind one’s back. Bad, bad woman.

Nicole didn’t want to talk to Sylphiette. She didn’t mention her situation and shehad merely told Sylphiette briefly that she would visit their father soon. Then, sheturned to leave.

Sylphiette glowered at her back before following behind her silently.

Nicole was about to sit, when an abrupt voice rang out, “Nicole, are these yourchildren?”

Back then, Nicole didn’t marry Zach because she had gotten pregnant, withanother man’s kids.

One little girl is chubby, while the other is skinny. Nonetheless, they bear quitethe uncanny resemblance to Nicole.

Hmm, why does this boy seem familiar? I feel as though I’ve seen himsomewhere before.

Alas, Sylphiette’s memory failed her.

“What does that have to do with you?” Nicole shot her an annoyed look.

Damn, why has she followed me here? What is she trying to do now?

A pleasant smile played upon Sylphiette’s lips, as she started praising the kids,saying that they could be little stars with their looks.

Then, she changed the topic and asked Nicole in a low voice, “Nicole, who istheir father? Back then, you’d gotten drunk and found yourself a… Well, doestheir father know of their existence?”

Why is Sylphiette so concerned about the kids’ dad?

If she discovers that Evan is their dad, she might do something horrible!

Hence, she shook her head profusely. “No, I don’t know.”

“Nicole, they are no longer babies. Won’t they ask questions? Shall I hiresomeone to help you find some clues?”

Help me find some clues?

There’s no way that she’ll be so kind. That is… until pigs start to fly!

Nicole dissed her silently before she sighed out loud, “It’s been a long time, so Idon’t really remember anything. It doesn’t matter whether they have a dad or not,since they are already happy with me. There’s no need for an investigation.”

“Of course it matters. Their dad—”

“Okay, my kids have finished eating. We should leave now,” Nicole declared.

At her words, Nina and Juan stood up quickly, while Maya continued chompingon her delicious chocolate cake.

Nina gave her a shove, and she stood up. Nevertheless, her eyes were still fixedon the unfinished desserts. “Mommy, are we going to take away the leftovers?”

“No. Let Aunt Sylphiette buy you some desserts as a gift, alright?” Sylphiette puton her best smile, trying to win them over.

As Juan and Nina were aware that their Mommy was unfriendly towards thiswoman, they shook their heads and declined politely.

It was Maya who had hesitated at that moment, seemingly attracted by her offer.

Nina immediately leaned closer and whispered in her ear, “Mommy hates thiswoman. We can’t receive her gift. If you do so, you’re a traitor!”

At her reminder, Maya hurriedly shook her head and proclaimed that she was full.

Nicole never expected little Maya to be able to resist the temptation of desserts.Touched, she reached out to pet Maya’s head.

“We’ll get going now then!”

With that, she left with the kids in tow.

“Nicole, I—”

Sylphiette could only watch, as Nicole left without looking back.

She scoffed, “How arrogant! Your kids are nothing but b*stards! Just wait andsee. You’ll be in trouble soon!”


The next day, Nicole arrived at Hillside Villa on time, to treat Kyle.

She was surprised when Evan sat aside and watched the entire treatment, hisgaze fixated on her.

Why isn’t Lucifer at his office today?

Did he suspect something after Kyle had sneaked out and got replaced by Juan?Nicole pondered, deep in thought.

Suddenly, Evan let out a cold snort. “Dr. Tussaud, what are you scheming now?”

Of course, Nicole didn’t know what he had meant. She replied casually, “Oh,nothing.”

She then continued her acupuncture treatment.

Kyle silently endured the pain and was cooperative throughout the entire processof treatment.

The little boy rolled up his sleeves and gave her his little arm while shifting closerto her.

Kyle was usually indifferent, so this was the first time that Evan had ever seenhim be this cooperative.

She’s good, huh? Kyle even listens to her!

Evan was certain that Kyle had ordered those dishes last night because she hadtricked him!

After the acupuncture treatment, Kyle rose to his feet. He was flabbergasted tosee Evan at home, instead of heading to work.

“Dad, won’t you go to work?”

Evan didn’t respond to his question. Instead, he gazed at Nicole before asking,“Does she still practice hacking skills with you?”

No, we’ve changed that to playing outside for two hours.

However, since Kyle couldn’t be honest with Evan, he nodded and replied, “Yes.”

“There’s no need for her to go to such lengths. I’ll find someone else to practicewith you. Escort her out after the daily acupuncture treatment!”

Evan’s decision shocked both Kyle and Nicole.

Is he limiting the time that I get to spend with Kyle?

Why would he do that?

Before she could ask, Evan had already told her, “You can leave now!”

Damn, this is simply too sudden!

“Dad, I want to practice with her,” Kyle announced abruptly.

Evan shot him a furious glare. “You don’t like her, right? Then, you should stayaway from her!”

He then met Nicole’s gaze. “Dr. Tussaud, your job for the day is done. Pleaseleave now.”

Evan’s stance was firm, offering no room for negotiation.

Nicole was speechless at his decisiveness.

She had wanted to argue with Evan, but she knew it would be futile. Her wordswould possibly cause him to feel offended.

If he gets offended and stops letting me treat Kyle, that’ll be worse, right?

At that thought, Nicole had no choice but to leave.

As she was forced to leave, Kyle couldn’t even sneak out, to investigate hisMommy. Anger and displeasure appeared on his usually stoic face.

He turned around willfully, refusing to acknowledge Evan.

His reaction only served to make Evan increasingly certain of his decision.

He then decided that he would watch the treatment every round so that he couldsend Nicole out after that, meaning that she wouldn’t have the chance to trickKyle.

Upon leaving Hillside Villa, the fury in Nicole’s heart intensified like wildfire.

She couldn’t help but let out a string of curses. “Evan Seet, you b*stard! Pervert!Crazy!”

After cursing her heart out, she heaved heavy breaths as she patted her chest.That’s so annoying!

At night, she was still deep in thought as she prepared dinner.

As she washed the ingredients, she pondered, Kyle wants to play outdoors. Isthere any way to fulfill his wish?

How can I bring him out, without alerting Evan?

She was frowning when Juan suddenly walked in.

“Mommy, when can I see Kyle again? I want to compare my hacking skills withhis.”

Nicole snapped back to reality. That’s a little hard, Juan, she thought. Evan’seven watching me now!

She paused before sighing, saying, “Not soon, I’m afraid.”

“Why? I can sneak in like I had done the last time.”

“Sneak in—” Nicole repeated before trailing off.

Yes!

If Juan can sneak in, then…

Her eyes lit up as she gazed at Juan sternly, “Can you help Mommy again?”

“What is it?” asked Juan.


The next day, Nicole went straight to Hillside Villa from the kindergarten.

Indeed, Evan was waiting for her, instead of going to work.

He waited for her to arrive, as well as for her to leave.

During the entire treatment, he stared at her intently, as though he was watchinga thief!

Nicole couldn’t be bothered. Do you think that I won’t get to talk to Kyle if youwatch us the entire time?

Ha!

I have a solution for your plan! Just wait and see!

After the acupuncture treatment, before Evan could chase her out, Nicole packedup her stuff and left in a hurry.

Evan couldn’t help but furrow his brows at how fast she had escaped, as thoughsomeone was chasing after her. He only looked away when she disappearedfrom sight.

Well, it seems like this foolish woman is aware of her limits!

If she had refused to leave, putting on a pitiful act, using Kyle to stay, I would’veensured that she would never return.

Thereafter, Evan reminded Kyle of a few things before going to work

The moment he stepped out, a pair of little hands knocked on the window softly.

Kyle stared at the little hands in puzzlement before he remembered his identicalbrother who had left through the window last night. At that thought, heimmediately went to the window.

“Hey, you’re here!”

He opened the window and Juan hopped in.

“Yes. Surprise!”

Kyle nodded blankly.

“What’s your name?”

“I’m Juan Lane. I know your name, Kyle Seet! There’s no need to introduceyourself to me!”

“Juan Lane? Are you Mommy’s son?”

Juan nodded fervently.

Suddenly, Kyle’s expression brightened. “Where’s Mommy?”

Juan hesitated at his earnest look.

Mommy had told me not to tell Kyle that she was his Mommy because he didn’tseem to like her very much. She’ll be the one to inform him after he changes hismind.

“You’ll meet Mommy later! Do you want to sneak out? I can take your place likewhat I’d done the last time!”

Kyle frowned at him. “How did you know that I’d wanted to sneak out?”

Juan touched his head before he replied, “Err, Dr. Tussaud told me about it.She’s Mommy’s friend and she’s taught me before.”

“Really?”

“Yes! Otherwise, I wouldn’t have known.”

“Then… when can I meet Mommy?” That was what Kyle had wanted to know.

Juan thought about it. Mommy has said that she would tell Kyle when he came tolike her. However, I don’t know how long it’ll take before he changes his mind!

“Mommy isn’t here. She wants you to have fun with Dr. Tussaud and to sendsome photos over to her. She misses you a lot! Don’t worry, she’ll be back soon.All she wants is for you to be happy!”

Kyle was overcome with mixed feelings when he heard that his Mommy hadmissed him.

Then, why isn’t Mommy with me? Does she hate me?

I need to ask her this question when I meet her later.

“Kyle, we don’t have much time. Dr. Tussaud is waiting for you outside, so youshould leave now.”

Under Juan’s urge, Kyle sneaked out of Hillside Villa again.

Nicole was extremely delighted to meet him once again.

“Kyle, you’re here! No one noticed you, right?”

“No!” Kyle replied testily.

“Then, where do you want to go?”

Kyle was taken aback at her question. He didn’t need to investigate his Mommyanymore, as his mission was now to have fun with Dr. Tussaud, to send somephotos over to his Mommy.

“Where can I have fun?”

At his question, Nicole immediately knew that Juan had successfully persuadedhim, as she had bid.

“I’ll bring you to an amusement park, alright?”


Amusement park?

Kyle had never been to such a place, so he didn’t even know what that was. After a briefmoment of hesitation, he nodded.

The three other kids would have jumped with joy if they were brought to the amusement park.They would have chattered all the way there, but Kyle, on the other hand, remained indifferent.

Nicole felt her heart begin to ache, at his lack of reaction.

She stretched her hand out to pat his head, but the little boy swerved out of her way.

Yes, Kyle doesn’t want anyone to touch him.

At that thought, she withdrew her hand naturally and grinned. “Let’s go!”

At the amusement park, Kyle’s eyes lit up with wonder.

So, this is a place where all the kids have fun.

“Kyle, do you want something to eat? Everything’s nice here.”

Kyle hesitated before shaking his head.

“Then, let’s go on the rides. Look, there’s a Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, a pirate ship, and amerry-go-round. Which one do you want to go on first?”

As it was Kyle’s first time here, he felt slightly awkward.

“Take a photo for me!”

Nicole was taken aback. Is he going to show the photo to his Mommy?

She nodded and took her phone out. Kyle stood there coolly, as a forced smile played upon hislips.

He is doing this to please his Mommy, right?

Nicole suddenly felt a pang of sadness in her heart.

She took two photos of the little boy.

“Kyle, if you don’t want to go on the rides, we can go somewhere else. Let me bring you to adessert store. You like desserts, right?”

After some thought, Kyle nodded.

At the dessert store, he told Nicole to take a photo of him immediately.

However, Nicole merely looked at him sternly, “Kyle, you aren’t happy. Your Mommy would beable to tell as much. Why don’t we take a photo when you’re truly happy?”

Kyle fell silent as the forced smile on his face faded away.

He then went to the dessert counter.

Kyle picked one cake pop and went back to the table. He licked at it calmly without kicking up afuss.

He looked like a little replica of Evan!

He should be innocent and joyful like his three other siblings.

Bitterness rose in Nicole’s heart.

At noon, Nicole went to pick Nina and Maya up together, with Kyle as her company.

When the boy saw the kids running out from the kindergarten, his eyes shone enviously.

He had never been to a kindergarten.

Nicole took in his reaction and consoled him. “Kyle, when you get better, you can go tokindergarten just like them.”

Kyle looked at her as the envy in his gaze disappeared.

He fell silent, turning back to the cool, little boy that he was.

Nina and Maya ran to Nicole and greeted her happily.

When Nina spotted ‘Kyle’, she was surprised. “Juan, you’re so handsome today!”

“Yes, Juan. Where did you buy this outfit! It’s so pretty! Your hair looks cool, too!” Maya blinkedinnocently and chimed in.

Kyle swept his gaze over them coldly. “I’m not Juan!”

The girls were shocked by his cold answer.

“But… you are Juan.” Maya blinked adorably.

Nina stared at him intently before she remembered that she had seen Kyle on TV, together withEvan, who was trying to find a miracle doctor.

“Are you Kyle Seet?”

Kyle scrunched his brows up. How does she know my name?

Nicole knew that he was confused, so she hurriedly explained, “Juan had told her about you.He’d said that you’d looked exactly like him.”

Oh, I see. Kyle’s doubt was dispelled.

Nicole knew how meticulous Kyle was. She was afraid that he would find out about her realidentity, so she had informed Nina not to expose her identity.

“Mommy, you mean we won’t let Kyle know that Juan’s our brother? And that he’s your son?”

“Yes!”

“But why?” Nina was curious.

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“I don’t want Kyle to know that I’m both Juan’s and his Mommy. Not for now.”

Nina thought about it and agreed. “I got it. I’ll tell Maya about this. Don’t worry,Mommy. We’ll play along!”

Nicole patted her head and smiled happily.

Back at home, Maya and Nina took all of their toys out to play with Kyle.

However, Kyle merely shot the girly toys a look and frowned unhappily.

“No!”

“You don’t like my toys? Then what do you like?” Maya inquired.

Nina spun around and took out Juan’s Lego and iPad.

“Do you like these? Juan likes these!”

Kyle took the Lego and iPad without a word.

Maya sat aside and watched him, as he played with Lego. She couldn’t help butpraise, “Wow! You are good at this! You’re faster than Juan!”

Kyle looked at the adorable, little girl. Suddenly, he offered, “We can playtogether.”

Maya nodded. He’s building food! I love them all! Kyle merely grinned at herreaction.

What a glutton! he thought.

Nicole watched them play, with a blissful smile on her face.

At Hillside Villa, Evan returned home and was greeted by Blake, who told himKyle was drawing happily.

“Really? Let me take a look.”

Evan arrived at his study to see Juan deep in thought.

There was an unfinished drawing by Juan’s side.

He walked over to the table before realizing that it was his face.

The little boy did a good job at making him seem elegant and handsome.

“Well done,” he praised.

Juan turned to look at him. His eyes lit up in delight as he greeted him, “Daddy!”

Well, he was so enthusiastic, being a completely different person now!

Before Evan had departed, Kyle was mad at him, but everything had changed injust a few hours.

Evan couldn’t help but look at his son in shock.

“Kyle, you—”

“Daddy, don’t move. Let me finish my drawing.”

The little boy then sat upright and resumed drawing, while looking at him fromtime to time.

Evan was afraid that he would disturb his son, so he stood rooted to the spot.

Juan was focused on his drawing. When he was finally done, he handed thepaper over to Evan. “Daddy, this is a gift for you.”

At his lovely surprise, Evan broke out into a grin.

As Evan was so happy, Juan suddenly motioned for him to bend down. Evan wasconfused, but he did so anyway.

Juan flung his chubby arms around Evan’s neck and gave him a peck on thecheek.

The sudden peck struck Evan into a sudden spell.

Shock and delight appeared in his gaze.

“Kyle, do you want to practice your hacking skills with Daddy?”

Hacking skills?

I’d like that very much!

Juan nodded profusely at his suggestion. They were about to begin when Evan’sphone suddenly rang.

It was Jonathan Seet, his father. Kyle’s uncle had just returned to the country, sothey wanted to gather and meet Kyle.

Unfortunately, Kyle was an indifferent little boy, so he didn’t like to be aroundpeople, let alone join a gathering.

At that thought, Evan looked at Kyle, seemingly stumped.

“Daddy, who is it?”

“Do you want to have lunch with Grandpa?”

Grandpa?

Juan’s expression brightened at his question.

I’ve never met Grandpa! I can’t wait to see him! He almost jumped in excitement.

“Of course! Of course I will!”

Evan was astounded at his reaction.

“Are you sure?”


“Of course! Are we heading there now? Do I need to change my clothes?”

“There’s no need for that.” Evan scanned his son’s handsome outfit and shookhis head.

The Maybach Evan drove came to a stop at Seet Residence.

After they got off the car, Evan brought Juan to the living room.

When Juan saw the pavilion, the artificial mountain, and the waterways in SeetResidence, he yelped in delight.

So this is what an Oriental garden looks like!

It’s so pretty! When I grow up and earn enough money, I’ll buy a house like thisfor Mommy!

Once they entered the living room, everyone turned to look at Juan.

He couldn’t get used to the stares.

Why are they staring at me? I’m not a panda!

“Oh? You’re here for me today? What a rare occurrence!”

The man who had just spoken was none other than Evan’s brother—DavinSeet. He stood up in astonishment and went to Juan.

“Hey, Juan. Want a hug from your Uncle Davin?”

Oh, he’s my uncle!

At Davin’s enthusiasm, Juan bowed politely. “Hello, Uncle Davin!”

Davin was dumbfounded by his actions.

Did he just call me Uncle Davin, giving me a bow?

He has always seen me as his enemy! What is this?

“Err…”

Davin was not the only one who had thought as such. Everyone in the roomwas startled too.

Previously, no matter how hard Davin had tried, Kyle would merely glare athim haughtily before criticizing him harshly.

He would always make an effort to humiliate Davin.

Why did his attitude change, all of a sudden?

“Kyle, come to Grandpa.”

Jonathan’s eyes glowed with delight.

Juan nodded and approached Jonathan in a cheerful manner.

“Hello, Grandpa!” he greeted.

“Hello, hello!” Jonathan replied excitedly as he reached out to take the boy’stiny hands.

“Kyle, what do you want? What do you like? Tell me. I’ll buy you anything youwant!”

Juan blinked and pondered about it. Then, he shook his head.

“No?”

“I have everything I need at home. Daddy will give me what I want. Thank you,though!” he thanked Jonathan gratefully.

“When did he grow so sensible? Before I left, he was still that grumpy little kid.Evan, how did you do it? Why did he change so quickly?”

Confused, Davin turned to Evan and asked.

Evan shot him a look. “I did nothing.”

“Huh? Then why did he change?”

“My son is special, of course!” Evan gazed at Davin proudly.

A silence followed.

Davin stared at ‘Kyle’ who was chattering with Jonathan happily. Somethingseemed wrong to him.

Did the kid suddenly come to his senses?

Well, at least he doesn’t treat me as his enemy now. We might even becomebesties!

“Grandpa, I’m starving. When will we get to eat?”

“Soon!”

At Jonathan’s order, the butler started the preparations for dinner.

The whole family sat down for dinner.

Juan glanced at the feast served before him and swallowed hard.

He had never seen these dishes before.

Davin, who had noticed his excitement, took the biggest crab on the table andremoved the shell for him.

“Here you go!”

“Thanks, Uncle Davin!”

“Y-You’re welcome. If you want, I can serve you the entire meal, without takinga bite. As long as you’re happy.”

With that, he picked up a plate and started getting food for Juan.

“Eat up. Tell me what you like.”

“I—” Juan trailed off at the sight of the delicious spread. Mommy, Maya, andNina had never eaten these before!

It’ll be great if I get to bring the food home. Maya will be so delighted!

“Say it! Don’t hesitate. As a Seet, you can’t stammer!” Davin encouraged him.

“These are delicious, so I want to bring them back home with me.”

Bring them home?

Evan was stunned by his request.


“What’s your favorite dish, Kyle? I can instruct the kitchen staff to make that dish specifically foryou!”

Juan did not merely want one or two dishes specifically made for him. Rather, he had wantedmore variety so that his mother and sisters could have a taste of it too.

Scratching his head, he came up with an idea. “I think that they’re all delicious.”

Instantly, Jonathan ordered, “Alright, all of you stop eating now! Since Kyle likes them all, he cantake them along with him when he leaves.”

Gaping at his father in shock, Davin soon protested, “Dad, this was supposed to be a welcomingparty for me! What you’re saying now is that I can’t eat any of these dishes, just so Kyle canbring them home with him? Don’t you think that you’re overreacting a little?”

Jonathan glared at his son in response. “Shut up! As long as Kyle likes it, he can have it!”

Davin grimaced at his father’s rebuke. Why is Dad being so mean? It seems as though he’sacting as if I’m not his biological son!

Evan was equally as surprised.

He reached out to stab at a shrimp, only for Jonathan to bellow, “Put that down! None of you areallowed to eat a single thing from this table!”

Freezing, Evan raised his eyes to meet his father’s. Upon noticing the serious look in them, heobediently placed the shrimp back down.

Juan was absolutely stunned at how Jonathan had pampered and spoiled Kyle as such. Hissmall mouth fell open in shock, as envy towards his brother welled in him.

After that, Jonathan had all the food placed in take-out containers so that ‘Kyle’ could take themhome with him.

“If I had known that I wouldn’t even get to eat anything, I wouldn’t have bothered to return. Ihaven’t eaten anything since last night!”

“Then go away! Evan is not exactly young anymore, yet he still doesn’t even have a girlfriend!Useless! Just the sight of you annoys me!”

Davin was speechless.

What’s going on now? Before Kyle had appeared, I’ve never been treated this way! Why is Dadsuddenly being so horrible towards me? He used to treat me like a favored guest and now he’sasking me to leave, as though I am an unwanted person!

He couldn’t contain the sigh that had left his lips. He should have known that something was upwhen the little boy had suddenly changed his attitude towards him. The little brat has probablyplanned this, right from the start.

“Kyle, did something happen between us, for you to hold such a grudge against me? I honestlydon’t remember anything happening!”

How could you starve your poor uncle like that? You are one cruel, little boy!

Juan blinked his eyes innocently as he stood up before handing him two of the take-outcontainers.

“Here!”

This uncharacteristically kind gesture had alarmed the older man. From their previousinteractions, he had expected the young boy to shoot him a smug look, before saying he haddeserved this. Then, he would be justifiably angry at the child.

But this…

“Brat, why can’t you play by the rules?”

Smiling, Juan moved closer to peck Davin on the cheek. “You’re the best uncle in the world,Uncle Davin.”

Dumbfounded at the sudden affectionate move, Davin’s hand drifted up to wipe at the saliva onhis face. “Y-you actually kissed me? Me?” A few seconds ticked by before he picked Juan upand demanded, “Spill it, what do you want? What’s your motive?”

“I like you, Uncle Davin!”

Oh my god! A kiss and a confession? Am I in an alternate dimension or something?

“Kyle, y-you can’t do this to me. I don’t think my poor heart can take it. How about this? I’ll giveyou a present, okay?”

“I don’t want a present.” Juan extended a chubby hand to pinch Davin’s cheek, “Uncle Davin,you should probably eat before the food gets cold. Food always tastes nasty when it’s cold.”

“It’s okay. I’ll eat in a-” He stopped before he could finish, feeling as though something wasamiss.

Eh? Where’s the food Kyle has given me?

Twisting his head around, he noticed Evan, off to the side, chowing down on the aforementionedfood.

“Evan! That was supposed to be my food! How could you eat my food!” he whined.

Evan shot him a cold glare and replied, in a deadpan voice, “I was hungry.”

A silence ensued.

Hurriedly putting ‘Kyle’ back down on his feet, Davin sat down beside his brother and snatchedthe container from his hands.

He was starving as well.

“Kyle, come here,” Sophia called out. “Take this card. It has five hundred thousand as yourallowance. Use it to buy some snacks or whatever you like.”

Juan’s eyes lit up.

Five hundred thousand! Mommy can’t even earn that much in one year! And it’s just anallowance?

“Since you don’t like the presents that I usually buy for you, tell your Dad to buy them for you,okay?”

The young boy hastily shook his head. “No, I can’t accept your money, Grandma.”


“Just take it!” Sophia insisted firmly before shoving the card into his hands.

Uncertain, Juan turned to look at Evan for his opinion.

“You should accept it. Grandma will be very happy if you do!”

Still a little hesitant, he eventually kept the card.

“Thank you, Grandma!”

“Oh, you! There’s no need to be so polite to Grandma!”

“Yes, exactly! We’re your grandparents. You can call Grandpa anytime you wantif you find that you need something!”

Staring at the older couple, Juan felt warmth suffusing him. No one had everbeen this nice to him before, other than his mother. This was the first time he hadexperienced affection from others. It had caused him to feel all fuzzy on theinside.

Before he left the Seet Residence, Davin reminded him to come over often toplay.

Juan shot him a delighted nod in reply.

After that, he returned to Hillside Villa.

Evan gazed at Juan for a bit before a small grin tugged at his lips.

This was the first time he had felt what it was like to be surrounded by family.“Kyle, you did great today!”

Juan rubbed the back of his head and smiled at his father. He had not doneanything much. In fact, he had even gotten a free meal, a huge allowance, andhad brought back a lot of delicious food. This had been a fruitful outing indeed!

“Daddy, can I store the food by myself?”

Evan mulled over it for a bit before nodding.

“You shouldn’t keep these for too long. Remember to throw them away if youdon’t finish them by tonight!”

“Okay! Thanks, Daddy!”

Shooting his son one last smile, Evan headed off to work.

Juan hurried into the kitchen and put all the take-out containers into a big bagbefore stuffing it into the fridge. That way, it would be easier to carry when he left.

At long last, he headed back to Kyle’s room and played with some Lego as hewhiled the time away.

On the other side of things.

Nicole sent Maya and Nina off to kindergarten before focusing her attention onKyle. “Where would you like to go?”

The little boy thought over the question but soon found that he could not come upwith an answer.

After all, he had never been out of the house before.

Since he had not seemed to enjoy the amusement park, she pondered where totake him today. After a moment, she suggested, “Kyle, I have an idea of wherewe can go. I’m certain that you’ll like it.”

He glanced at her with a blank expression on his face and questioned, “Where?”

“You’ll see when we get there. We can leave immediately if you don’t like theplace.”

The young boy shrugged internally and agreed. It was still early now and he wasin no hurry to go back and switch places with Juan anyway.

When they arrived at their destination, Nicole searched Kyle’s face and prodded,“Do you like it?”

The little boy’s gaze was glued to the animals in the zoo, his eyes shining withdelight.

“That’s a monkey. Over there is a panda and those are tigers…” she introducedthe animals one by one.

He whipped his head around and snapped, “I can see for myself!”

With that said, he walked toward the pandas that were chewing on some bambooshoots.

Taken aback at his attitude, she had to remind herself that his temper wasdistinctly different from her other three children. She would not hold it againsthim.

After all, when it came down to it, she owed him a lot.

She remained quiet after that, as she merely followed along behind him. Onlywhen his brows furrowed in confusion would she give short explanations aboutwhatever had seemed puzzled him. Then, she would shut her mouth and wait forthe next time that he had needed her help.

Noticing how careful she was being around him, he realized that he might havebeen a little harsh toward her earlier.

“Just say whatever you want. You don’t have to pay me any heed!” he tossed thesentence over his shoulder before speeding ahead.

Nicole stared at his retreating figure in surprise before a bubble of laughterescaped her lips. So he does care for how others feel. He just has a different wayof expressing himself. Even while being nice to someone, his face remains socold.

Lost in her thoughts, she began to hasten, in her steps. When she sped upagain, she abruptly realized that Kyle had disappeared.

Where was he?

Panic rose in her and she swept a glance around, hoping to catch sight of herlittle boy. How could he have simply vanished when he had just been right in frontof her?

“Kyle! Kyle!” she shouted desperately.

A muted cry from nearby caught her attention, as she immediately spun to look inthe direction where it had come from.

To her horror, Kyle was currently being held in the arms of a man. He had beengagged, which explained the muffled sounds that he was making.

“Kyle!”


She dashed after the kidnapper immediately. To her misfortune, the man wasvery fast. With her high-heeled shoes being more of a hindrance now than ever,she tossed them aside before she sprinted after the man barefoot.

The man was currently running through one of the less-walked paths of the zoo,which was paved with gravel. As such, the path was uneven and incrediblypainful, as the sharp rocks dug into the tender undersides of her feet.

Despite her circumstances being as such, she charged on ahead, completelyignoring the throbbing in her feet.

“C’mon, c’mon, faster!”

She managed to snag the man right as he was about to stuff Kyle into a car.

Her hand darted down to grab a few of the silver needles that she had alwayscarried with her. Raising one of them, she jabbed it down into the abductor’sneck.

“How dare you touch Kyle! I’m going to stab you to death!”

Well-versed in the art of acupuncture, she knew exactly where to stab, to inflictthe most pain. Thus, two more stabs from her, and the man began to howl inagony. She gave him a vicious kick for good measure.

“You b****! I’ll kill-”

He did not get to finish his sentence as a small pebble smacked him right in theeye.

“Who did that!”

The words had barely left his mouth when another pebble struck him in his othereye.

“Ahh!” he wailed as his hands instinctively flew up to his stinging eyes.

Kyle glanced at Nicole and pointed out, “Grab that thick branch!”

Spinning her head around, she spotted the branch that he had spoken of, as shesoon dashed over to pick it up.

“Where do you think I should hit him, Kyle?”

“His arms and his legs.”

Since he used his arms to restrain me and his legs to escape, those places shallbe the areas where he gets punished!

“Okay!

Brandishing the branch as a makeshift club, Nicole started to whack his limbs ashard as she could.

Just as she was enjoying herself, several men came running over. They weremost likely the man’s accomplices.

“We can’t win against so many men. Let’s go!” She swiftly grabbed Kyle’s handand tugged him along, as they bolted out of the vicinity.

They did not stop running until they exited the deserted path. Soon, they returnedto the more crowded areas. She heaved a sigh of relief.

“Are you okay?”

“You alright?”

They asked each other simultaneously.

“I’m okay. What about you, Kyle?”

The little boy shook his head in response. His gaze moved down and he noticedthat Nicole’s feet were bleeding. Just the sight of them had him internally wincingin sympathetic pain.

The woman followed his eyes and looked down. Upon seeing the crimson redstaining her feet, she let out a yelp of pain.

Earlier, all she could think about was getting Kyle to safety. Hence, she was ableto ignore the way her skin had torn open and bled.

“Your shoes?”

“They’re back on that path. Don’t bother getting them; the men might still bethere.”

“Then, you should go to the hospital first. I’ll buy you a pair of shoes later.”

She nodded in acquiescence and limped forward with a grimace.

Every single step hurt so badly!

Kyle watched her struggle and remembered how she had tossed aside allcaution earlier when they had been escaping. The faster we get to the hospital,the less pain she has to be in.

With that thought in mind, he glanced back at the path where they had comefrom.

“We have to hurry; they’re catching up to us! There’s so many of them!”

Panic clouded her thoughts and she did not doubt his words for even a second.Instantly, she accelerated her pace, hissing in pain as they raced out of there.

Hurrying to her car, she bundled him inside before climbing into the driver’s seat.

“How close are they?” she asked while craning her neck to scan theirsurroundings.

Eh? I don’t see anybody!

“Do your feet hurt?”

The curious question from Kyle had her peering down at her feet. The sight thatgreeted her was quite gruesome as grit and small rocks clung to her torn-up feet.Blood was gushing out from her wounds.

“Ouch, it really hurts!”

“To the hospital immediately!” the little boy ordered.

The arrogant and domineering tone that he had taken had reminded her of Evan,who always used the same tone on her.

Seeing as he had constantly done as such, she often grew immensely annoyed,yet, she was aware that she was simply unable to do anything about it.

Hmm, speaking of Evan… Now that my feet are injured, does that mean that Iwon’t have to go to Hillside Villa tomorrow?

If she was unable to head over to Hillside Villa tomorrow, then there was nourgent need for Kyle and Juan to switch places. She could give Kyle hisacupuncture session right at home.

She wondered if Evan would agree to that.

Sighing, she decided that she would only think about that when it happened.

First, she would see what condition her feet were in. If they were truly in terribleshape, then she would call the man to let him know.

At the hospital, the doctor was busy examining Nicole’s feet.

Being familiar with medical knowledge herself, she could not help but comment,“They’re mostly just abrasions, nothing too serious. You probably only need touse some disinfectant to clean the wounds.”

The doctor frowned at her and retorted, “I know how to deal with your wounds.After all, I am the doctor here, not you! You don’t have to tell me what to do.”

Seeing her get rebuked by the doctor, Kyle began to roll his eyes. He scoffed,“Compared to all the famous miracle doctors from around the world, you’renothing! You’re not even worthy of licking their shoes!”

Mistaking the CEO for a GigoloChapter 35Nicole’s eyes widened at her son’s words.

Is he actually speaking up for me? What a surprise! Feeling touched and gratefulat his protective attitude, she did not know what to say at first.

The doctor’s face purpled with rage as he soon glared daggers at the young boy,“What did you just say?”

“You heard me!” Kyle planted his hands on his hips and stared back at the manstubbornly.

His rudeness enraged the man. “You-!”

“Kyle!” Nicole spoke up in a warning tone before turning to the doctor, “I’m sosorry, Doctor. I shouldn’t have interrupted you just now. My apologies!”

While she understood that Kyle had only been standing up for her, they were nothere to get into an argument with the medical professional. She did not want herson to fight with someone because of her own issues.

Besides, she could understand the doctor’s feelings, especially on such a matter.She, too, would not like it if her patients had continuously told her what to dowhile she was treating them.

For that reason, she simply found that she could not place all the blame on hisshoulders, even though he did have a terrible attitude.

Not expecting Nicole to apologize, Kyle’s head snapped up to stare at her. Herolled his eyes again and huffed, “You’re so useless!”

“You little…” The doctor knitted his brows at the boy, appalled at his rudeness.

“Please forgive him, Doctor. He was born with a silver spoon in his mouth andhas been spoiled rotten. Can you see to my wounds, please?” Nicole clarifiedwith a polite smile.

The explanation seemed to appease the doctor, while Kyle left the room in a huff.

“Kyle, where are you going?”

He turned around to shoot a pointed look at her feet. “To buy you shoes!” was hismoody reply. With that, he spun around and left with his head held high.

“Wait, Kyle! Do you have any money? Kyle!”

He had not turned back once.

“That kid of yours is so arrogant and impudent! He’s acting as if he’s a prince orsomething.”

Nicole chuckled softly. Well, the doctor was not that far off from the truth. Kylewas the prince of Seet Group.

Once her feet were bandaged, she slipped them into the sandals that Kyle hadbought for her. After that, she stepped out into the corridor gingerly, using the wallto support her.

Noting how difficult it was for her to even move around, the boy hired a driver tobring them back home.

When they were back at home, Nicole told him about her idea of him remaininghere for the next few days.

“Kyle, it would be easier for me to administer your treatment if you were stayinghere with me. That way, I wouldn’t have to go to Hillside Villa either.” She lookeddown at the thick layer of bandages wrapped around her feet. “It truly is quiteinconvenient for me to move around like this. What do you say?”

Kyle hesitated for a moment. Truthfully, he did not much care, but… “You have toask my Dad!”

Does this mean that he agrees?

Buoyed at the thought, she reassured him, “Don’t worry, I’ll call your Dad later.I’m sure that he’ll be okay with it.”

Asking him for Evan’s phone number, she quickly dialed the man.

Evan, who had just finished a meeting, checked the caller ID before heanswered.

“Who is this?”

“Mr. Seet, it’s me, Nicole. I just wanted to inform you that I won’t be able to treatKyle for the next few days. Do keep an eye on his dietary habits and-”

“No. Kyle’s illness is of the utmost importance and his treatments must not bedelayed.”

“Mr. Seet, it’s not exactly a delay. Missing out on a few days won’t affect him atall.” She shot a glance at the little boy standing beside her. “I really can’t go.”

“Why?”

“I-I’m injured and can’t get around easily!”

“Oh? Are you dead?”

“De- Evan Seet, what are you saying!”

“If you’re not dead, you had better arrive on time. Otherwise, I’ll send men over tocarry you here!”

“You, you-!”

The call ended before she could find the words to express herself. Fury burnedwithin her.

What the hell did that damned man say? What does he mean by asking me if I’mdead!

“Evan Seet, you b*****d! You’re the one who’s dead! Unreasonable jerk!”

“Don’t you curse my Dad!”

“I-” She twisted her head around to look at Kyle. The little boy was staring at herwith such a solemn expression on his face. At that moment, he bore an uncannyresemblance to his father.

What the heck is this? I can’t even throw a temper tantrum now?

“What horrible things did I do in my past life to deserve this!” she muttered toherself through gritted teeth.

“What did you say?”

“I said, why don’t you and Juan switch places and I’ll go over tomorrow for youracupuncture session!”

The glum and pitiful expression on her face had Kyle inwardly sighing. Truthfully,his father had been rather mean to her this time.

Mistaking the CEO for a GigoloChapter 36As evening turned to night, Kyle used the cover of darkness to slink back intoHillside Villa.

“Juan,” he called out softly while rapping on his room’s window.

The other boy quickly opened the window. “You’re finally back! Did you enjoyyourself today?”

Kyle found himself mulling over the question carefully. In truth, he did not knowwhether he had enjoyed himself or not. However, he had to admit that his hearthad been pounding in excitement when he and Nicole had started beating up thatbad guy. That probably counted as having fun, right?

At long last, he replied, “A little. How did things go on your end?”

“Smoothly. I met Grandpa and Grandma today and I’d even had a huge lunch! Ieven brought back some and was hoping to share it with our sisters. Is thatokay?” Pausing, Juan handed the card that their grandmother had given him toKyle. “By the way, Grandma gave me this card. It’s your allowance for this month.Here, take it.”

“I don’t want it.”

“They thought that I was you, so this is supposed to be for you. C’mon, keep it!”

“I don’t want it. Why don’t you take it?”

Kyle did not even bother to cast a glance at the card.

Hesitating, Juan wondered what to do. Technically, Kyle’s Grandma is myGrandma too. A grandmother giving money to her grandchildren is not anythingnew. Since he doesn’t want it, it would still be fine if I take it, right? Hehehe.

Pleased at his own reasoning, he tucked the card into a pocket for safekeeping.

“I’ll be leaving now!” he told his brother.

At Kyle’s nod, he headed into the kitchen to grab the bag with the take-outcontainers, lugging it out of there. Even though the bag was quite heavy as Juanwas sagged with the weight, he was not deterred as he snuck out of Hillside Villawith some considerable effort.

When he finally returned to their house at Parkland Garden, he yelled out happily,“Come and have a feast!”

Maya, who was in the midst of drawing, tossed her color pencils aside andzoomed towards the living room.

“I knew that you would be the first one here, Maya,” he teased his sister.

Ignoring him, the little girl’s eyes were glued to the food on the table. “Juan, whatis that?”

“Delicacies that you’ve never even seen before! Where is Mommy and Nina?”

“Mommy’s in her room. Nina isn’t eating!”

Right on cue, Nina entered the living room and glared at her sister. She soondemanded, “Who had said that I wasn’t eating?”

Maya tilted her head to look at her. “I thought you’d said that you’d wanted to bea fairy? Fairies only drink flower nectar!”

“Oh yeah? Well, you’re more than welcome to only drink flower nectar. In fact,you probably should!”

“I’m not the one who wants to be a fairy. What a greedy fairy! Shame on you!”

“Why you-! You’re a… a fat pig! Shame on you!”

Flushing red in anger, Nina could not believe her ears. She was usually the onewho had the upper hands in these arguments. Yet, somehow, Maya was gettingincreasingly good at retorting these days. How annoying!

Juan was quick to step in before a physical fight broke out. “Alright, that’senough. The both of you, stop arguing. There’s more than enough here foreveryone! Go tell Mommy to come out and eat.” With that said, he turned to grabsome plates from the kitchen.

“Juan, I’ll get the plates while you go and see Mommy. She’s hurt.”

Mommy’s hurt?

He twisted around to look at Nina. “What? How?”

Nina pointed at Nicole’s room, clearly indicating that she had wanted Juan to askher himself. After that, she headed for the kitchen.

He went inside the room and hurried to his mother’s side. She was currentlysitting up in bed, leaning back against some pillows. He fussed over her, theconcern on his face obvious.

When he found out how she had gotten hurt, he sighed.

“I was gone for merely a day! Why can’t you take better care of yourself? Aren’tyou supposed to be the adult here?”

“It was an emergency and the situation was dire…”

“And that’s why your only thought was to save Kyle at all cost,” he mumbled tohimself while staring at her bandaged feet. “Are you still in pain?”

“Nope. I’m fine now!”

The bedroom door opened once more and Maya entered with a huge crab.“Mommy, this is for you!”

“Where did you get that!” Nicole exclaimed in surprise.

“Juan brought it back.”

That’s from Evan?

Still angered by the mere thought of the man, she replied almost instantly, sayingthat she was not hungry as she refused to eat it.

“Mommy, I thought you’d loved crabs?” Juan blinked his huge eyes at herinnocently.

I do! But I’m not going to touch a crab that’s been through that jerk’s house!

“I don’t feel like eating crab today. You guys enjoy.”

Despite uttering such words, Nicole found that her grumbling stomach had soonwoken her up in the middle of the night. Hence, she grudgingly dug out theleftover food to eat.

The next day.

Nicole got out of bed, only to realize that every step she took sent sharp spikes ofagony coursing through her. This was rather strange, as her feet should have felta lot better after a night of rest.

Nina made breakfast for all of them. After the meal, Juan suggested that heaccompany Nicole to Hillside Villa.

“You can’t! What if Evan finds out…”

“Don’t worry, Mommy. I promise I’ll keep out of sight!”


“That’s still too dangerous.”

“It’ll be fine. I’ve completely familiarized myself with that villa by now, so I won’tbe discovered. Trust in my intelligence and abilities, Mommy!” Juan repliedconfidently.

She stared at her son for a few short seconds before caving in. Reaching out torub his head, she warned him, “Just remember to be careful!”

“Yeah!”

Gathering her equipment, the mother and son took a taxi to Hillside Villa.

To be on the safe side, Juan got out of the car a shorter distance away from thevilla. Nicole only exited after the taxi stopped right in front of the building.

It took a lot of effort for her to even reach the living room. The pain coming fromher feet was reaching the realm of excruciating and she felt like she was about todie from it. Beads of sweat dotted her forehead. She did not even have theenergy to look at Evan as she collapsed on the couch.

Evan’s eyes narrowed dangerously.

She’s being extremely rude!

“Who said you could have a seat?”

The moment his cold voice rang out, rage boiled within Nicole. She was sorelytempted to curse the man six ways to Sunday.

However, she knew that she could not afford to have an unreserved argumentwith the man. No, she had to be smart about this!

Struggling hard to reign in her temper, she plastered a pitiful look on her facebefore she raised her head to meet his gaze. “Mr. Seet, I’ve injured my feet andthey hurt terribly. I honestly couldn’t bear standing a moment longer!”

She slowly raised her legs to place her feet on the coffee table. “Look at howserious my injuries are!”

His dark eyes soon focused in on her feet. “How did you hurt them?”

She froze. There was no way that she could tell him the truth! Thinking quickly,she decided that a partial truth would be the best option here. “I had accidentallystepped on something that I shouldn’t have.”

“Which was?”

“Rocks!”

“You injured yourself this badly by stepping on rocks? What a weirdo!”

“Well, more like gravel. Why don’t you try running barefoot on those sharp, tinyrocks yourself!”

Furrowing his brows, Evan snorted and answered flippantly, “I’m not crazy, unlikea certain someone. Or is there another reason for your masochistic actions?”

She blinked and spluttered in outrage, “Y-you! I’m not crazy! I didn’t have achoice on the matter!”

“Someone who’s done something bad will always find an excuse to justify theiractions!” he declared in a tone that paved no room for argument.

Nicole could only fume in silence, unable to release her rage. How dare thisb*****d slander me! I should smash that vase on his head until it breaks and thenstab him with its broken pieces! I’ll gladly bathe in his blood!

“Nothing to say to that? Does that mean that you admit to it?”

The blasted man’s voice dragged her away from her violent thoughts and back toreality.

Mentally chanting at herself to calm down, she stared back at him and explained,“I didn’t do anything bad. I ran into some people who had tried to attack me andI’d dropped my shoes in my desperation to escape. That’s how I injured myself.”

“Someone tried to attack you?” He had an expression of disbelief on his face.

Sighing tiredly, she muttered, “Yes. I have no idea why though.”

Evan scoffed and snarked, “It’s probably because they were blind!”

She nearly choked on her saliva at his words.

Blind, my ass! I might not have money but I sure as hell have the looks! After all,weren’t you one of the many victims to my beauty? Why else would we havethese four?

Such thoughts had her rolling her eyes at the man in contempt.

“That’s enough. Hurry up! Kyle is waiting for his acupuncture therapy.”

“Mr. Seet, I really don’t want to move so I-”

“Want me to carry you?” Evan spoke up indifferently.

Huh?

“N-no, that’s not what I meant…”

As if he would be so kind! I was just going to say that I really don’t want to moveso I’ll be walking really slowly…

With a few long strides, he was standing in front of her. Before she knew whatwas happening, he scooped her up into his arms in a bridal carry.

His handsome and angular features were so close to hers that she could see hisindividual eyelashes. Unfortunately, the disdainful frown on his face ruined theimage.

For a moment, Nicole was shocked into stillness.

He’s actually willing to carry me?


No, something must have been up his sleeves. Knowing the damn man, he’sprobably going to dump me onto the floor in just a minute.

With that thought in mind, she looped her arms around his neck tightly.

He shot her a disgusted look. “Just give up. It doesn’t matter if you throw yourselfat me like that. I don’t care.”

Throw myself at you? How dare you! You were the one who picked me up first! Iwas only preventing myself from getting dropped to the floor like a piece of hotcoal!

“As if I would ever throw myself at you!”

Evan snorted. “You say that but your arms are wrapped around my neck likesome sort of anaconda. Have you no shame?”

“Ever looked in a mirror recently?”

He ignored her jab and strode for Kyle’s room. Placing her on the bed, heordered, “You can begin!”

“Mr. Seet, my kit is still outside.”

He narrowed his eyes at her impatiently and headed back into the living room toretrieve her kit.

“Kyle, your Dad didn’t notice anything off, right?”

“Nope.”

The only thing that happened was that he did not get any dinner last night.

Evan thought that he had eaten all of the leftover food from lunch and had beenworried that he would suffer from indigestion. Thereafter, the concerned man hadordered the kitchen staff not to cook any dinner for the boy.

That had led to him suffering through a hungry stomach for the entire night.Thankfully, he was rather resilient to hunger.

He could not be bothered to tell her about that though.

“That’s good.”

Nicole had barely finished speaking when the closet door swung open.

“Hi, Dr. Tussaud!”

“Juan?” She was surprised to see him hiding in the closet of all places.

With Kyle around, he simply could not call her “Mommy”, so “Dr. Tussaud” wouldhave to do.

“Hehehe. Don’t worry, it’s safe here!” Juan announced with a mischievous smile.

Suddenly, footsteps approached the room. Kyle hurriedly ushered Juan back intothe closet before he swiftly shut the doors once again.

Not a moment too soon either, as Evan had entered the room in the next second.“Here. Now, start the session.”

“Okay.”

Her heart pounded in her chest and she prayed that Juan would not revealhimself.

She had only just finished preparing the silver needles when she heard someoneshouting out in the corridor.

“Evan! Evan! Where are you?”

A few seconds later, Davin barged into the room and froze upon noticing Nicole.

“Who is she?”

“Kyle’s doctor.”

“Oh. And here I was, thinking that she was Kyle’s mother, my sister-in-law.”

“You don’t have a sister-in-law. Kyle doesn’t have a Mommy either!”

“Yes, I do!” the little boy snapped back angrily.

“Your Mommy doesn’t even care if you’re alive or not. You might as well think ofher as dead!” Evan deliberately looked at Nicole as he said that.

The way she glared daggers at him with fury burning in her eyes had pleasedhim.

Is she mad? Well, she deserves it! I’m just speaking the truth anyway! A womanwho only gives birth to the child but doesn’t raise it is not worthy of being amother!

“My Mommy isn’t dead!” Kyle insisted petulantly.

Nicole’s lips tugged into a smile and she uttered, “Kyle, do you think thatsomeone who is always wishing for the death of another is normal? Don’t wasteyour breath on a crazy person like him!” She shot Evan a smug smirk as shefinished.

Standing off to the side, Davin was amazed at the audacity of the woman.

Just who is she? She sure has guts, calling this cruel, ruthless brother of mine acrazy person. Doesn’t she know that his nickname is “Lucifer?” Is she soconfident in her abilities or is she just unafraid of death?

If it were not for the presence of his brother, he would have given her two thumbsup in admiration.

“Dr. Tussaud, have you ever heard of the saying ‘you reap what you sow?’ I’msure that you’ll understand the meaning of that later!”

The implied threat in Evan’s words had caused Nicole’s heart to thump faster.

Meeting his hard gaze, shivers raced down her spine, leaving her feeling cold.

What is this jerk planning to do to me this time? I’m already wounded! He’s notgoing to use this opportunity to harm me, is he?

Never-ending questions emerged in her mind as unease started to well up withinher.

Davin felt pity rise in him, towards the woman. Ohhh, you’re in for it now! Why didyou have to go and antagonize him?

As she began Kyle’s acupuncture treatment, her heart pounded in her chest,while her nerves strummed with nervousness. Every now and then, she wouldsneak a glance at Evan.

Each time, she would be confronted with the same scene; those sharp eyes ofhis locked on her form unwaveringly. The sadistic man is definitely thinking abouthow to torture me next!

Would Juan be unable to hold himself back and jump out of the closet to rescueher if Evan were too harsh with her?

“Dr. Tussaud, lose your focus one more time and I’ll stab every single one of yoursilver needles into you!”


Nicole snapped out of her daze as his menacing voice rang out.

Lowering her eyes, she realized that one of the acupoints was missing a needle.

“Sorry!” She hastily stuck the absent needle into the acupoint.

When the session was over, she took her time placing everything back into herkit.

After all, she was in no hurry to see what horrible fate had awaited her. Maybe hehasn’t managed to come up with his torture method yet?

Davin made his way over to the bed. “Kyle, are you in pain?”

The little boy glanced at him before promptly disregarding the older man.

“C’mon! I purposely came over so that we could have some fun together. I said Iwas going to get you a present yesterday, didn’t I? I brought it with me today. Wecan play with it together later!”

He reached out to pat the boy’s head, only for the child to dodge out of the way ofhis hand.

“Don’t touch me!” Kyle barked, with a serious look on his youthful face. He thendeliberately moved away further so that they had some distance between them.

Davin was stunned.

Just yesterday, Kyle had said that he was the best uncle in the world and hadeven kissed and hugged him. Why was his attitude completely different today?

“What’s wrong, Kyle? Did I somehow do something to offend you? But I’d onlyjust arrived here!” Davin cried out in protest. He was at a loss for what to do.

Kyle completely ignored the man. It was as though he was air, for all that thechild took notice of him.

Is he throwing a temper tantrum? Why? Is he just unhappy from getting stabbedby all those needles?

While Davin floundered in his helplessness, he suddenly heard his brotherspeak. “How long do you intend on taking to keep your equipment? It shouldhave only taken half a minute.”

Following the other man’s gaze, he saw that Nicole was still keeping her silverneedles. She was fitting them back into her kit, one by one, and with excruciatingslowness.

“Do you need any help?”

The woman shook her head at Davin’s offer. “There’s no need for that.”

Thinking that she was only being courteous, he stood up and walked to her side.In no time at all, he finished packing everything up for her.

Then, he grinned at her. “I’ve noticed that your feet are injured. Helping you wasno trouble at all. You don’t have to thank me!”

Thank him?

She stared at him blankly for several seconds before she had managed to forcea smile onto her lips. She did not care if it was laced with bitterness.

‘Thank you’ were truly not the words that she had wanted to say to him at themoment.

Initially, she had thought that dragging her metaphorical feet would delay theinevitable. Now… look at what has happened! Her suffering was coming for herway sooner than she had wanted!

Why did you have to help me, you blasted man! In fact, it’s not called ‘help’ if it’sunwanted. Ever heard of the term ‘meddling’?

“Since you’re all packed up, come on out!” Evan commanded, with his dark eyespinning her to the spot.

“I’m having trouble moving around…”

“You want me to carry you again?”

“N-no! What I meant was, I’m having trouble moving around so I might be a littleslower. Perhaps you should head outside first and wait for me?”

That would give her the chance to inform Kyle to prevent Juan from coming outno matter what had happened to her.

Unfortunately, Evan was not allowing her that opportunity.

“If it took you so long to keep a few needles, I would have to wait till next year foryou to step out of the house!”

While she did toy with the idea of taking her sweet time, she had no intention ofstaying here for that long. At the very least, she would be leaving this housesometime today. Waiting a whole year is such an exaggeration!

She was about to justify herself to him when that haughty face appeared beforeher once again. Just like earlier, he hefted her into his arms, much to her alarm.

What’s happening? This does not seem like a precursor for anything bad!


Since they were once again in close proximity to one another, she took theopportunity to observe his face closely. Her heart seemed to skip a beat before itbegan to thump faster, as her blood roared through her veins. She had to admitto herself that his sharp and chiseled features really were like a work of art. Itwas not a surprise that many women were willing to throw themselves at his feet.

It was just too bad that his expression was always so cold and emotionless.

His eyes were like twin pools of unfathomable darkness, placid, with not a rippleof emotion in them.

Even while carrying such an attractive woman like herself, his gaze remainedstaring ahead fixedly. Never once did his eyes stray to her form. How veryvexing! If it weren’t for our children, I would’ve definitely suspected that there wassomething fundamentally wrong about, seeing as you are a man!

“Do you like my face that much?” his low voice cut into her thoughts easily.

She coughed lightly to hide her embarrassment at getting caught staring at hisface. “I’m just curious about why you’re doing this.”

“You’ll find out soon enough.”

A silence ensued.

Nicole’s delicate eyebrows creased in a small frown.

Evan lowered his gaze to look at her, noting how her thin lashes had fluttered likethe wings of a butterfly. Her smooth, pale skin seemed to glow with an inner light.

While he was reluctant to actually compliment her, he had to grudgingly admitthat she was considered quite a gorgeous woman. The intelligence that shone inher big, doe eyes was rather alluring, a far cry from the normally dull look in mostpeople’s eyes.

However, she had ruthlessly abandoned Kyle, without a moment of hesitation.She had even found another man and had his children.

The softness that had entered his eyes as he took in her beauty vanished in aninstant, a murderous intent soon replacing it.

Without realizing it, his footsteps quickened.

“Mr. Seet, where are you taking me?”

He had taken her past the living room and was currently heading for thebackyard of the house.

Why are we going to the backyard? What is he planning now? Is he going to lockme up? Or maybe…

All kinds of terrible ideas scurried through her mind as she began to watch himwith growing anxiety.

Despite her worries, he remained silent, with a dark and foreboding expressionon his face. The menacing aura that he had exuded had caused her to shudder.

“E-Evan Seet, just what are you intending to do?”

Finally, he scoffed and replied with a sneer, “Afraid?”

“Touch a hair on my head and Kyle will hate you for the rest of your life! I’m hisMommy, the woman he’s been dying to meet, for almost an eternity!”

“You told him who you were!” The hard tone in his voice was enough to cutthrough diamonds, as the dangerous air around him intensified.

“N-no!” Nicole answered hurriedly. She was worried that if she had been onesecond slower, an ‘accident’ might befall her.

I might accidentally fall to my death. Or maybe I’ll slip into that pond over thereand drown. Or, or…

The conclusion was that there were a hundred and one ways for Lucifer to kill herand she knew it!

Glaring at her, he continued on his way.

“Mr. Seet, how long are you going to be carrying me for?”

“Don’t be so impatient. We’re nearly there.”

She glanced around warily, taking in her surroundings.

“Mr. Seet, a-are we going up there?”

He did not answer her question.

“B-be careful!”

Her heart leaped to her throat and remained lodged there. She could distinctlyfeel how the rocks beneath his feet wobbled. Oh my god, one misstep and we’llend up in the pond! I’m so doomed… We’re so high up!

At long last, Evan set her down. She gaped at him, completely dumbstruck atwhere they were.

He had followed a gravel road and climbed his way up to the top of the hill in themiddle of the pond.

All around her was nothing but water.

If she fell off the hill, she would be swimming with the fishes!

“Y-you’re not planning on s-shoving me off, are you?”

He snorted. “Shoving you off here? If I had wanted you dead, why would I havewasted my time and energy to carry you all the way up here?”

“Then what do you want?”

“Did you notice how the road up here was paved with gravel as well?”

What?

She stared at him in bewilderment, her eyes bright with her confusion as hereyelashes trembled.

For a moment, Evan found himself captivated by her expressive face andexquisite features.

However, he was quick to recover. In a chilly tone, he instructed, in an almostcasual manner, “I want you to walk down from here barefoot.”


Barefoot? Staring at him, Nicole appeared to be stuck in a daze. Upon seeing hercurrent condition, one would be able to immediately gather that even walking,would require great effort on her end. With that said, he now wanted her to walk,barefooted, on such a high and steep gravel road?

“Evan, what are you doing?”

While she stared blankly at him, Evan reached out to remove her slippers, soontossing them down the rockery.

“Ms. Lane, please take your time! If you find that you are unable to complete yourwalk in a day, do it in two. If you aren’t able to complete it in two days, do it inthree. What’s the problem here?”

“Evan, you are absolutely horrible!”

“Thank you, for your kind words of praise,” retorted Evan, striding down thegravel road across from the rockery, without even sparing her a glance.

“Hey, you, don’t leave, you… asshole!”

With his back barely visible now, Evan distanced himself further from her line ofsight. Seeing this, Nicole soon found that she was seething with rage, all whilelooking down at the gauze on her feet.

Gingerly, she tried taking two steps forward, only to discover that she had felt asthough she was walking on glass.

Clenching the edges of her clothes, Nicole could not help but curse at Evan,yelling, “Evan, you bastard! The gravel that he has paved is almost asunforgiving as he is. Damn it!”

What could she possibly do now? Oh well, it seemed as though it was up to Kyleand Juan, to look for her now.

Seeing that they were so small, it would have been impossible for both of them tohave carried her down.

Who else could save her? Unexpectedly, a strong feeling of helplessnessovertook her senses.

Truthfully, calling for help would have been futile. She could scream herselfhoarse and nobody would give a damn, since it was that bloody Evan’s domainafter all.

Nicole sighed despondently and sank to the ground. “You mustn’t give up,” shemuttered. “You need a plan, just keep thinking.”

When Evan returned to the living room, he noticed Davin eyeing himsuspiciously.

“Where have you carried the beauty from earlier to?” queried Davin.

“That’s none of your business!” Evan shot him a glare and retreated into hisstudy.

“You’re not thinking of keeping a mistress, are you? Is that why you’ve hidden heraway?” wondered Davin aloud, stroking his head thoughtfully.

At that moment, Kyle exited the bedroom and headed towards the study.

“Kyle, are you looking for your father?” asked Davin.

Kyle walked straight to the study without sparing him a second glance.

Damn, why is this kid suddenly so indifferent? wondered Davin as he walked tothe study, puzzled by Kyle’s behavior.

From there, he could hear Kyle ask, “Where’s Dr. Tussaud?”

“Do you need something from her?” came Evan’s reply.

“Where did you carry her off to?”

If not for Davin’s presence, Kyle would have already sneaked off to see whatEvan was up to. Unfortunately, doing so would only have alerted Evan to hispresence.

Evan glanced at him, and muttered, “Go and mind your own business.”

“I want to see her!” Kyle shouted at him angrily.

Evan frowned and threw him a glance. Why did Kyle care about her so much, tothe extent where he would yell at him over her? He raised this child himself!

This woman had only been allowed to give Kyle acupuncture under his watchfuleye. Could it be that she had managed to stir the pot under his very nose?

Damn her!

“Get out!” Evan ordered and looked at him.

Kyle turned around sullenly and slinked out of the study.

Having witnessed such an incident, Davin wanted to comfort his nephew.Nonetheless, Kyle did not want to give him that opportunity. Glancing towards thebedroom, Davin exclaimed, “Ha, like father like son! Such bad tempers!”

“What are you talking about?” came a response.

Davin chuckled inwardly and looked back at Evan with a smile plastered on hisface. “Why, I’d merely said that he is as good-natured as you are!” His facedissolved in laughter, and he gave Evan a big thumbs up.

“Piss off!”

“Evan, it looks as though it’s going to be noon soon. Why don’t we have lunch?Otherwise, I’ll return to complain to our folks at home, telling them that you’retorturing me. Furthermore, I’ll inform them that you’d wanted to keep a mistress,”he trailed off.

“Oh, I’ll be sure to let the kitchen prepare you delicacies then!”

The word ‘delicacies’ that was uttered by Evan had held a hidden meaning, onethat was not caught by Davin at the time. With hidden glee, Davin thought, Ah, itappears that my threat has worked!

In the bedroom, Kyle locked the door, asking Juan what he should do next.

Juan blinked, asking, “Shall I ask him instead?”

“You?” responded Kyle.

“Yes, I will replace you. Now hide!” came Juan’s reply.


Juan took out a set of Kyle’s clothes and changed into them before he headedout to look for Evan.

As soon as he reached the bottom of the stairs, he ran into Davin, who had justcome down.

“Uncle Davin, is my dad still in the study, upstairs?” asked Juan, looking at Davin.

Davin looked at him in surprise. Did he just call me uncle? Why the suddenchange in attitude? Wasn’t he ignoring me just a while ago? And now, it seemsas though he’s had the sudden urge to call me ‘uncle’?

“Uncle, what’s the matter with you?” asked Juan.

Davin was struck back to his senses, and he nodded at Juan enthusiastically.“Why yes, he is!”

“Then, I will go and find him!” announced Juan, as he hurried back upstairs.

“Kyle, wait!” Davin had to walk a few steps to catch up to him. He whisperedconspiratorially, “Be more gentle with your father. Don’t play hard and don’t fightback. Heck, even I wouldn’t dare to do that!”

Juan nodded vigorously.

Kyle may have had the slightest makings of a cold and arrogant noble, but notquite as such. A little bit of coaxing did work on him after all!

“Thank you for the reminder, Uncle. I’ll remember it.” Juan hurriedly walked intoEvan Seet’s study.

“Daddy!” Juan’s pleasant sounding voice had an odd ring to it.

Evan looked up, his expression dark. “Why have you returned again?”

Juan’s clear eyes were full of smiles as he walked towards Evan, tugging at thecorner of his shirt playfully. “Daddy, stop being angry! You’ll become unwellotherwise!”

As Juan did this, he tried to act cute.

Does he actually acknowledge his faults? wondered Evan.

That was more like it. Kyle was raised by Evan single-handedly; there was noway that he could have fallen prey to Nicole’s wiles.

“Okay, Daddy won’t be angry anymore, let’s go play,” announced Evan.

“You’re really not angry anymore?” asked Juan.

“Yeah!” Suddenly, Evan felt that Juan was being a tad bit too talkative.

“Great! I knew that you were the greatest person in the world, Daddy!”

Evan pursed his lips, smiling. He had failed to notice it before, but Kyle definitelyhad a way with people.

Juan had noticed that his father’s demeanor had improved, and he thought thathe could finally play his hand.

He smiled, asking, “Then can the best father in the world tell me where Dr.Tussaud is?

Dr. Tussaud. Upon hearing these words, Evan’s expression morphed almostimmediately.

So, he was trying to coax him, all because of that goddamned woman. Ah!

His son truly knew how to fight back. He had the same cold and arrogantcharacter as his father, but somehow, because of that woman, Kyle was willing tocoax him?

Looking at his father’s dark expression and suddenly under the pressure of hispowerful aura, Juan trembled. Why is Daddy so different from Mommy? Mommyis easy to placate, but why had Daddy’s expression changed, all of a sudden?Should I still ask him about Mommy?

“For the last time, Kyle, you’re forbidden to ask about that woman!”

“B-but… She still has to give me acupuncture tomorrow! I need her to get better!”came Juan’s reply.

Is Kyle worried about his illness? Is that why he cares about Nicole?

When Evan heard this, he remained impassive, but his expression visiblyrelaxed. “Don’t worry, you’ll get better. I promise.”

“But…” Juan still had something to say.

He glanced at Juan as if listening to his order. “Go on then,” urged Evan. Afterthat, he ignored Juan and resumed his work.

Juan felt a sigh arise from the bottom of his heart. He did not expect failure, to bethe result of his actions. It appeared that he would need to find another way.

He went downstairs dejectedly. As soon as he walked into the living room, hesaw Davin calling out to him.

“How did it go? Did your father say anything?”

Juan shook his head, his expression unhappy.

Davin reached over to pat him on the shoulder, saying, “Don’t worry, that lady willbe fine. Your father was just trying to teach her a lesson.”

“I don’t want Daddy to teach her a lesson!” exclaimed Juan indignantly. As soonas he finished saying that, his eyes lit up. “Uncle Davin, Dr. Tussaud must be inthe villa! Do you want to help me find her?”


Me? wondered Davin, looking at him cautiously.

“Isn’t she just some doctor? Is she really worth your concern?”

Some doctor? She’s my Mommy! Juan retorted inwardly, and rolled his eyes.

“Uncle, aren’t you the least bit curious about what daddy will do to her?”

Davin remembered that the woman had actually dared to tell Mr. Seet off. Shewas courageous, for certain. However… Saying such a thing to Evan? She wassurely asking for trouble! Teaching her a lesson would have been the right thingto do!

“Actually, this has nothing to do with me, and your dad wouldn’t want me to pryeither,” answered Davin.

“Uncle, you’re the best uncle in the world, so you should help me! Please?Please?” Juan pleaded.

Davin could not resist his coquettish nephew at all.

“Fine! Damn it all, I’ll help you!”

“Thank you Uncle Davin!” With that, Juan went back to the bedroom to informKyle of the good news.

Kyle was surprised, and asked, “But why did you ask him to help?”

“Right now, he’s the only one who can help us. We can’t tell anyone of this. Ifyou’d gone out to find her, the maids would have certainly told your Daddy. He’llrestrict your freedom and it’ll be bad,” explained Juan. His analysis of thesituation made sense.

Upon hearing this, Kyle stopped himself from arguing further. His face, however,still wore a mask of displeasure.

Juan did not mind in the least. After all, Kyle had a poker face, just like Daddy!

After half an hour, they heard some urgent knocking at the door, as if somethinghad happened. Hurriedly, Juan hid in the closet while Kyle answered the door.

“Why are you here?” asked Kyle.

Davin frowned. Was it so strange that he was at the door? After all, it was Kylewho had asked him for help!

“Kyle, I’m not happy with this tone of yours. I’m not happy with that look on yourface either! Why are you looking at me as if I’m your enemy? I’m merely doingyou a favor!” Davin tried to reason with Kyle, solemnly.

Kyle met his words with impatience, saying, “Well, speak up!”

Damn, what an arrogant kid! Davin tried once more. Placing his hands on hiships, Davin looked at Kyle condescendingly and murmured, “Well, call me UncleDavin and I’ll tell you.”

“Wait a moment!” Having said that, Kyle slammed the door shut.

Davin was dumbstruck. Goddamn, what kind of operation is this? He had actuallyshut me out?

“You’re a horrible child!” snapped Davin. He was furious and rapped at the doortwice. “Don’t expect me to ever help you again!”

After speaking, he turned around angrily. He had only taken two steps away,when suddenly, the door behind him opened.

Juan bolted out of the door, grinning at him gleefully.

Davin’s eyes widened. What is the meaning of this? First, he treats me as thoughI’m an antagonist, and now his demeanor has changed so rapidly? Good grief,his mood is too mercurial, I can’t keep up!

“Uncle Davin, where is Dr. Tussaud?” As Juan finished speaking, he clutched atDavin’s hand, trying to play coy.

Davin looked at him thunderously, asking, “Why on earth did you shut me out justnow?”

Well, it was Kyle who had answered the door. He didn’t want to call you UncleDavin or talk to you, so, he’d shut you out so I could replace him. But I’ll take thatwith me to the grave, mused Juan.

“Well, I just…” Juan struggled to think of a suitable reason. In a flash, he lookedup at Davin and asked, “What do you think, Uncle Davin?”

“What do I think?” Davin pointed at himself and looked at Juan in bewilderment.“You closed the door, and you’re asking me why?”

How on earth was he supposed to know the reason behind his nephew’sactions?

“Well, the reason… The reason is that I thought that I’d seen Daddy walkdownstairs, and I was scared that he would notice. That’s why I shut the door likethat!” cried Juan.

“Really?” Davin wondered why had he not noticed.

“Yes!” nodded Juan enthusiastically. “So, Uncle Davin, quickly! Where is Dr.Tussaud?”


Davin was a little stunned, but he could sense that something was amiss.

“Uncle Davin? Uncle Davin, tell me quickly!” pleaded Juan.

“Alright, I’ll tell you.”

“What did you say?” The question came out like a yelp. When Juan heard thathis Mommy was near the pond, in the middle of the rockery, he felt anxious.

How hateful of Daddy. He actually carried Mommy onto the rockery!

“Ha, she’ll definitely be unable to get off. The trick that your dad has pulled off isamazing!” exclaimed Davin.

Juan was contemplating his next course of action, when he heard Blake callingthe household to dinner.

Davin’s eyes lit up. He had nearly forgotten that his brother had ordered thekitchens to prepare ‘delicacies’, so that he could have a feast.

“Come along, let’s eat.” Davin took Juan by his little hand and walked towards thedining room.

“It’s time for dinner,” announced Evan, who was seated at the head of the table.

Davin sat next to him, and looked forward to the meal. “Evan, what delicacieshave you prepared for me?”

“Seafood!” came his reply.

“Seafood? Hairy crabs? Shark’s fin, sea cucumber, abalone…” He was soexcited just thinking about it. He whispered to Juan who was seated beside him,“You get to enjoy this because of me!”

Juan turned to look at his Daddy. It seemed like he had an odd expression,where the smile did not quite reach his eyes.

“Mr. Davin, please enjoy your meal.”

“What is this?” enquired Davin, looking at the food that was set in front of him.

“It’s seafood. Kelp, and it’s fresh too!” replied the servant.

“This, is this seafood?” Davin looked at Evan incredulously.

Evan nodded, and replied, “Eat up, there’s more if that isn’t enough.”

A silence took place.

After lunch, Davin looked disgruntled. He felt that Evan’s behavior wasexcessive. No, this simply would not do. He would have to go home to complain.

“Uncle Davin, I think that Daddy has gone a little overboard.”

“A little overboard?” snorted Davin coldly. “He went completely overboard!”

Juan blinked his clear eyes, “Why don’t you retaliate? Have a bit of revenge?”

If Davin were willing to help, he could save his Mommy!

“Revenge? How?” enquired Davin, looking taken aback.

Juan then whispered something into his ear.

Upon hearing this, Davin was surprised. “Kyle, are you sure that this is revenge?You’re using me as a weapon. I dare not do this!”

“Or maybe Daddy is great, and you do deserve to be bullied!” muttered Juan, ashe rolled his eyes.

“Hey now, don’t aggravate me! It’s useless!” retorted Davin.

Juan glanced at him, and replied, “At least you’re self-aware. You know thatyou’re useless.”

Davin was rendered speechless from the awkwardness of the situation. At such atender age, Juan had truly called him ‘useless’?

“Juan, you little… You’re going too far!”

“From now on, I can’t even call you Uncle Davin in good faith! You’re such acoward, and I don’t want to play with you ever again!” Having said those words,Juan headed directly for the bedroom.

Sensing that he could not count on Davin, Juan had to discuss this with Kyle.There had to be another way.

Davin looked at Juan’s retreating back and smiled, helplessly. This little guy,good lord.

Back in the bedroom, Juan looked at Kyle, with melancholy written across boththeir identical faces.

“We are too young to lift her. Why don’t we give her something to eat and drinkfirst?”

“Okay, I’ll go. You stay here and hide,” urged Kyle.

Juan pondered on this, for a moment and nodded. He was not as familiar withthe grounds as Kyle was, so Kyle was naturally the better choice for this task.

Kyle snuck into the kitchen and took some food. Then, he ran towards therockery in the rear house.

As he approached the rockery, he suddenly noticed that Davin was on it.

What was he saying to Dr. Tussaud?

Kyle was curious and wanted to have a closer look. Soon, he saw that Davin wascarrying Dr. Tussaud on his back.

Kyle was surprised. Was he actually trying to do the right thing?

He rolled his eyes, and hid again.

Davin had his back facing the rockery. Without warning, he set the person down,muttered a few words, and left in a hurry.

Kyle walked up to Nicole and gave her the once-over. “Are you alright?”

“Kyle?”

“Yes. But why didn’t he just carry you back?” enquired Kyle.

“I’m afraid that your dad will find out. Can you help me look for something?”


Kyle nodded and agreed to the task.

Sometime later, Evan came downstairs and saw Nicole, who stuck out like a sorethumb in the living room. His handsome face sank.

“You came down by yourself?” he asked.

Nicole nodded.

If she could walk down herself, surely the injury is not as serious as she’dclaimed?

Evan narrowed his eyes and walked quickly to her side. When he saw her feet,he wrinkled his thick eyebrows.

The white gauze was dyed a dazzling blood red.

Even her clothes were stained with blood.

With this, she’d actually walked down? It sure seemed like it!

This woman was already so cruel to herself, was there truly anything that shewas incapable of?

He had to keep Kyle away from people like her!

“On my way down, I’d hit myself one too many times. The bone should definitelybe broken. I had to crawl in.”

“You… crawled…” Evan looked at his mahogany floors. Was all of this blood?

He moved aside in disgust.

In tears, Nicole cried, “Mr. Seet, my legs are of no use to me right now. If I canstay here in the future, it wouldn’t be so bad. I can eat and live well here, and I’dget to see Kyle all the time. I’m his Mommy! If I can’t walk, I can only let Kyle takecare of me for the rest of my life.”

Ah! You still want to stay here? And have Kyle take care of you? You must bedaydreaming.

“Nicole, you were the one who had abandoned Kyle. And you now have theaudacity to ask him to take care of you?” asked Evan.

“I had no choice in the matter! Why don’t you take care of me then? After all, it’syour fault that I’m in this pathetic state right now!” she retorted.

“In your dreams!” exclaimed Evan icily.

“You can just let me die here then. When Kyle learns the truth, he will hate youfor life!”

Evan’s face immediately sank.

Damn this woman. Was she threatening him with her life?

However, he could not bear to ignore her. If he really did let her die here, Kylewould have definitely hated him if he had found out.

Goddamned woman, you are cruel to the core!

Evan took out his phone and made a call. Swiftly, Nicole was brought over to thehospital.

The doctors were surprised, “Mr. Seet had said that it was serious. But isn’t thisjust a flesh wound?”

“Yeah, he said it as if she was going to become an invalid.”

Nicole listened to the doctors’ muttering and gave them a haughty smile. “Youhave no idea how good Mr. Seet is to me. Normally, even a pinprick is enough tomake him fuss over me for quite a while. What can I say, really? He feelsheartbroken for me, that’s why he’d thought that it was that serious.”

Hearing what Nicole had uttered, the doctors shared a look of understanding. Sothis was the woman who was treasured by Mr. Seet. She was truly an importantperson!

After that, the treatment she received was heavenly.

At night, Evan came to visit her in the hospital after work. To his surprise, theward was empty!

“Where is she?” asked Evan.

“Mr. Seet, your wife has said that she had something to do, and she’d left.”

“Wife?” Evan frowned. Were they talking about Nicole?

“But… How did she leave with an injury like that?” Evan was puzzled.

Didn’t she say that she’d hit herself multiple times, her bones had broken, andthat she had to crawl into the living room? And in a mere afternoon, she couldsuddenly walk again?

“Mr. Seet, your wife’s injury was a surface wound, and it seems to have beentreated before. Don’t worry, she will recover soon.”

Surface wounds? Treated before? But all that blood on her body…

Evan clenched his fists fiercely. That goddamned Nicole had lied to him again!

“Mr. Seet, your wife, she…”

“If I hear the word ‘wife’ one more time, I will rip your bones apart!” roared Evan.

The way Evan gritted his teeth made the doctor’s heart tremble.

“Yes, yes,” came the doctor’s reply.

Turning around, he hurriedly walked out of the ward and drove straight toParkland Garden in a frenzy.

When he arrived at Nicole’s residence, he rapped upon the door vigorously.Unfortunately, the place appeared to be deserted.

When he asked a neighbor, he was informed, “Oh, they’ve moved. They’ve justmoved.”

“Where did they move to?”


“I have no idea,” came the neighbor’s reply.

That hateful woman!

Evan had always had doubts in his mind. How did Nicole come down from therockery? Also, what was with that bloodstain?

He would only find answers at the Hillside Villa. Evan went downstairs, andagain, drove back home like a madman.

As soon as he set foot indoors, Evan noticed the butler walking towards him in ahurry. “This is not good, Mr. Seet!” exclaimed Blake worriedly. “Kyle has gonemissing!”

“What?” Evan was shocked to his core.

How could Kyle disappear? Unless…

“Go and investigate how that woman got down from the rockery. Then, find theorigins of that blood!”

“Mr. Seet, the blood came from Kyle. He must have snuck it there… But nobodysaw how she had come down,” came his reply.

Kyle and Davin were nowhere near as careful as Evan, when it came to this.

“It came from Kyle?” Evan asked incredulously. The look on Evan’s face wasgrotesque.

Nicole! She must have encouraged Kyle to do this!

This woman had dared to stir trouble right beneath his nose! He clenched hisfists, wishing that he could obliterate Nicole.

Nicole who had just finished moving, sat down on the sofa. Looking at her feet,she sighed in pain.

Getting a taxi from the hospital did not take much effort.

Evan should have found out about her escape by now. She did not know if hewas willing to spend another million, putting up a missing person’s notice for her.

On top of that, Kyle had snuck out to be with her.

“Don’t worry, Mommy. Daddy won’t find us!”

Juan tried to comfort Nicole, upon seeing her preoccupied expression.

Kyle, who was moving some things in, was stunned to hear Juan address Nicolein such a manner.

“What did you just call her?” His clear eyes looked at both Juan and Nicole,unblinkingly.

Nicole was at a loss for words. She was not expecting Kyle to have overheardthat so coincidentally.

Juan stuck out his tongue. He was the one who had failed to notice the faux pas.

However, if he found out, then he would. Kyle would have discovered the trutheventually anyway.

Juan looked back at Kyle, saying, “I had called her ‘Mommy’. She’s our Mommy.”

“Mommy?” Kyle looked at Nicole uncertainly.

Nicole felt nervous, unsure of how Kyle would react next. She fixed her gaze onhim, and uttered, “I’m so sorry, Kyle!”

“You… really are my Mommy?”

Nicole nodded vigorously.

“Then why did you abandon me? Was it because I was sick? Were you tired ofme? Did you not want me anymore?” Kyle was agitated.

“Kyle, Mommy had no choice. Mommy had to raise four kids on her own…” shetrailed off, but regained her composure soon. “Mommy didn’t leave you behind onpurpose. I have wronged you!”

Kyle was stunned.

All these years, he had often dreamt of seeing ‘Mommy’ in his dreams, holdingher hands, before asking her, “Why did you abandon me?” Why did she not wanthim?

The desire for maternal love and inferiority from her abandonment had torturedhim day and night.

Thinking of this, he clenched his fists. However, the tears could not stop falling.

Seeing him crying, Nicole was so distressed that she had wanted to hug him.When she stood up, she did so too abruptly and nearly fell.

“Mommy, are you okay?” asked Juan, concerned.

“I’m alright,” affirmed Nicole. Instantly, her gaze fell upon Kyle again.

Kyle stood there blankly, not knowing what to make of the situation.

Juan knew what Nicole was thinking, and hence, he walked up to Kyle.

“Mommy loves you very much. She didn’t leave you on purpose. Don’t blameMommy, okay?”

Having seen that Kyle was still silent, Juan pressed on, “To treat your illness, shewent through extreme lengths to see you at Hillside Villa. She was scared thatDaddy would recognize her, refusing to allow you to see her. She had also hurther foot, trying to rescue you! Kyle, Mommy loves you very much!”


Kyle recalled the first time that he had met Dr. Tussaud. She was disguised, witha birthmark on her face. It was very ugly.

To avoid being discovered by his father, she had disguised herself in such amanner to save him.

He also thought of all the times that she had protected him, not hesitating to lockhorns with his Daddy.

She had hurt her foot, just to rescue him. She ate dessert with him, brought himto the playground.

She does love me after all, thought Kyle.

He was not an abandoned child, despised and unloved. Mommy loved him.

Kyle walked towards Nicole, step by step. He grabbed her hand, sobbing, whilecalling out, “Mommy!”

Upon saying the word, he could not stop his tears from falling. It was as if he wasletting out all the grief and pain that he had accumulated over the years.

Nicole pulled him into her arms, saying, “Kyle, Mommy’s the one at fault here. I’lldo more for you, and I’ll compensate for all the time lost!”

Seeing that Kyle and Mommy were reunited, Juan was overjoyed.

Nicole wiped Kyle’s tears and murmured, “Listen, everyone. Kyle is your olderbrother. You need to be there for each other, understand?”

Kyle was older?

Juan stuck out his tongue playfully. He did not expect to be a younger brotherinstead.

“Kyle!” they shouted in unison.

Kyle was happy to be a part of the flock. He now had siblings!

Nicole watched the four children play, with a smile of relief on her face.

She suddenly felt that giving birth to the four of them was the best decision thatshe had made.

When Kyle lived with Nicole for a few days, he received daily sessions ofacupuncture and moxibustion. With the aid of traditional medicine, Kyle was onthe road to recovery.

One day, Evan’s financial interview was being broadcasted on television. Kylestared directly at the TV screen, feeling his eyes water.

His father had lost quite a bit of weight.

“Do you miss Daddy?” asked Juan, looking at him.

Kyle nodded, “I want to go back.”

“You want to live with Daddy?” queried Juan.

“If I’m not there, Daddy will be lonely. I’ll go and stay with him for a few days.”

“Of course! When Daddy and Mommy live together, our family will be wholeagain!”

Kyle looked at Juan and affirmed, “We’ll work hard to get them together.”

“I second that. Shall we work together then?”

“Yes!”

The two looked at each other and smiled, after which, Kyle told Nicole that hehad wanted to go home.

“Kyle, Mommy understands that you want to go back. You’ve already made a fullrecovery! After you do, tell your father that you should already be inkindergarten,” urged Nicole.

Kyle nodded enthusiastically. He was very willing to go to kindergarten.

It would be best if I could attend my kindergarten with Juan, he thought. Then wecan meet every day!

When Evan drove his Maybach back to the villa, Blake greeted him. He wasoverjoyed.

“Mr. Seet, good news! Kyle has returned!”

Evan looked at him with surprise. He suspected that he had misheard Blake.

“You said Kyle…” He barely had time to finish his sentence when he heard Kyleyell, “Daddy!”

Evan turned around. When he saw Kyle, it felt as though the sun had come backinto his life.

All these days, with Kyle absent, he had become seemingly lifeless.

He had even mobilized all of Seet Group to search for his son’s whereabouts, butto no avail.

“Where have you been?” he asked Kyle urgently.

“Daddy, I went to get medical treatment, and I am well now. Mommy said that Ican go to kindergarten.”

“Mommy?”

Kyle had already found out.

Evan looked him in the eyes, his expression complicated.

“I know that Dr. Tussaud is my Mommy. Don’t blame her, Daddy, she is very goodto me,” persuaded Kyle.

This wretched woman! After all this, she still sent Kyle back. She is still trying touse him to get to me!

“Kyle, that woman is not your Mommy. You are to stay away from her, and tonever see her again!”


Every word that Evan spoke was clearly enunciated, and he looked at Kyle likehe was issuing commands.

“She is my Mommy,” whispered Kyle.

“No means no!”

Kyle was shocked by the sharpness of Evan’s words and stood there, not daringto refute him.

Blake suddenly spoke up and issued a reminder, “Mr. Seet? Ms. Su is here.”

Soon after, Sofie Su appeared. She was dressed in all white, and her long, blackhair flowed freely. In her stiletto heels, she walked elegantly towards Evan.

“Evan, what’s wrong?”

She seemed to have heard Evan shouting at Kyle, so naturally, she was verycurious.

Kyle had always been the apple of Evan’s eye, but the child had a cold andarrogant exterior. He never seemed pleased to see her, and she thought that heshould be thoroughly disciplined.

“It’s nothing. Why are you here?”

“My father’s company has a project that needs to be reviewed. I’m not sure if youhave the time…” Sofie trailed off.

Evan turned around and studied Sofie carefully. She had been trying her utmostbest, to get close to him, as she was vying to be his wife. Therefore, if she hadthe opportunity, she would definitely be on her best behavior.

Since Kyle had expressed his desire to go to kindergarten, Evan would not havethe time to ferry him around. Why not just let Sofie have her opportunity thistime?

“Sofie, I also have something to do here, and I’m not sure if you have the time.”

Sofie looked at him in astonishment. He was actually in need of a favor? Thetiming could not have gotten better.

“Tell me what you need, Evan!”

“I have some errands to run, tomorrow morning. If you’re free then, pleaseensure that Kyle is sent to kindergarten.”

Upon hearing his request, Sofie glanced at Kyle hesitantly.

She thought that it would be a chance to get to know Evan up close. Sofie hadnot expected to be asked to take Kyle to kindergarten, of all things!

“What is it? Are you busy after all?” asked Evan. Sofie immediately nodded,smiling at him.

“Of course I have time, Evan. Don’t worry, I’ll treat Kyle like I would, to my ownson.”

“Excellent! Now, tell me about that project of yours,” replied Evan, sealing thedeal.

A silence soon followed.

When Sofie left, she deliberately stole a glance at Kyle’s closed bedroom.

What was with that attitude earlier? The boy had actually grimaced at her. If notto please Evan, she never would have agreed to carry out this task at all.

Firstly, when Evan and I have our own children, she schemed, I will send thatlittle wretch to Jonathan Seet. Let him stay with his grandparents, far away fromme and Evan.

Early next morning, Sofie rushed over to Hillside Villas, making sure to put in theextra effort of bringing Evan some breakfast.

The gesture was met by Evan, who merely glanced at her and announced, “I’vealready had my breakfast. Kyle’s now ready to go.”

Sofie placed the container on the table and responded, “I have brought thisespecially for you. Eat a little more. You can also bring it to the office for tea!”

Her red lips parted slightly, as she stared at Evan, unfazed.

“Send him off,” came his reply.

Kyle looked at Sofie, and felt that she was getting increasingly irritating, the morehe had looked at her.

“Kyle, go with Ms. Su.”

With that, Kyle ignored her and stepped out of the living room in a rage.

“Don’t worry, Evan. I’ll take care of Kyle.” Sofie Su sighed daintily, as she playedthe role of a cultured woman.

Evan nodded and urged, “In his details, I’ve stated that Kyle is merely anordinary, working-class child. Be mindful of your words, and don’t make peoplethink that he is superior.”

“I understand, Evan. This is good for his development. The teacher will be able totreat him like everyone else.”

Upon boarding the car, Sofie gave Kyle the once-over. Her flattering persona hadcompletely diminished, only to be replaced by cold indifference.

Even glancing at him indifferently made her uncomfortable still. Sofie announced,“Kyle, you can’t look this way when you get there. Does someone owe youmoney? Who’s the sulky face even for?”

Kyle looked at her and unhappily replied, “So what?”

“Oh, you! With that look on your face, you’d be chased out of there in no time!”came her retort.

As the car’s frenzied speed came to a stop outside Grant Kindergarten, Sofieglanced at Kyle and ordered, “Get out of the car, and go in yourself.”

Kyle ignored her, exited the car with his schoolbag, and walked into thecompound.

The driver looked at Sofie and asked, “Does he know which class he’s in? If hecan’t find the right one, the teacher might contact Mr. Seet. Wouldn’t that bebad?”

“What a pain in the ass!” complained Sofie, as she reluctantly stepped out of thecar to chase after Kyle.

After she had brought Kyle to the right class, Sofie had something else to tell theteacher, Ms. Patty. “This child has quite the personality and he’s pretty arrogant,”

she explained. “He does not understand basic etiquette or politeness. He likes todo what he wants. Ms. Patty, please don’t hesitate to discipline him!”


Ms. Patty looked at Kyle carefully, before nodding. “Don’t worry, we’ll take goodcare of him.”

“I apologize for the trouble, Ms. Patty.”

Kyle stared at Sofie’s retreating back, with anger on his face. What shortcomingsdid he have for this woman to make up such awful accusations on his first day?How annoying!

“Kyle, take your seat.”

In class, Kyle listened attentively. The teacher’s lessons seemed pretty simple,and he caught up relatively quickly.

Soon, he found classes to be relaxing.

After class, his classmates eyed him carefully, and with curiosity. Evan had thelatest pencil case and even a brand new picture book.

“What is this?” someone asked.

“Be careful with that!” exclaimed Kyle. Carefully, he opened his pencil case anddisplayed it for his curious classmates.

“Wow, I’ve never seen a pencil case like this before.”

“Yeah, there are many special things that it can do. Look, it can change colors,and it can also sort out stationeries!”

Just as his classmates were mesmerized, a pair of hands reached over quicklyand grabbed his pencil case. “What silly thing is this, that you’re showing off?”

“Give it to me!” yelled Kyle. He immediately stood up and glared at his classmate.

The classmate holding the pencil case glanced at him and allowed it to fall to theground, unconvinced. “What good is this thing anyway? It’ll break as soon as it’sdropped!”

Kyle stared at him angrily as he reached his hand out, to strike the other boy.

“How dare you hit me? Everyone, help me beat him. If you all win, I’ll treat you topizza!”

As he said this, a few classmates decided to join in, on the brawl.

Kyle was still ill. He had only just recovered from the acupuncture andmoxibustion. Thus, he was no match for these students.

Nonetheless, in spite of his bruised and swollen nose, he tried his best to fightback. When that failed, he began to bite them, like a crazed wolf-cub.

Ms. Patty caught wind of this and called all the students who had joined in, on thefight to the office.

“What happened?” she asked.

Kyle was not very good at explaining himself.

Even though it was not his fault that the students had turned on him, and thatthey were motivated by pizza, Kyle was the one who had bear the brunt of thescolding.

“My word, it’s no wonder your relative had asked me to keep an eye on you! Youtruly are arrogant, impolite, extreme, and strong-willed!” chided Ms. Patty.

“I am not!” retorted Kyle.

“Oh, look at this attitude that you have, towards your teacher. Do you still insistthat you’re none of those things? Go back to class and stand for your lessons!Do this for three days!”

Kyle wiped a trickle of blood from the corner of his mouth and marched back tothe classroom.

After school, Sofie was surprised to see him look so awkward.

“My goodness, how did this happen?”

Kyle simply ignored her, refusing to respond.

How was she going to explain this to Evan? She decided to clarify mattersdirectly with the teacher.

Following the exchange with Ms. Patty, Sofie explained the situation to Evan.

“Evan, Kyle had apparently made a show of his pencil case, in front of all hisclassmates. They were curious, but he had beat up the ones who had wanted acloser look, getting injured in the process. The others seemed to look worse, forwear.”

Hearing this, Evan narrowed his eyes. “Kyle, who said that you could show off?”

“I didn’t!” retorted Kyle vehemently.

“Who made the first move?” asked Evan.

Kyle was stunned. He was not lying! This only happened because his classmatesnatched his pencil case and threw it on the floor, that’s why he threw the firstpunch!

Evan looked at Kyle who was silent, assuming that it meant that he had admittedto all his faults.

What a show-off, hitting people! How did he develop such a bad habit?

“Evan, don’t blame him. It’s normal for kids to fight,” persuaded Sofie.

“Tomorrow, all of your belongings will be replaced by ordinary ones!”

If he no longer had the capacity to show off, there would no longer be any moreconflicts. Showing off at such a young age was not a good sign.

With tears of grievance, Kyle glanced angrily at Evan and stomped off to hisbedroom.

Sofie looked at Kyle’s retreat, and her lips curled into a smirk. That should teachhim a lesson!

At night, Juan sent Kyle a text, asking him if he went to kindergarten.

Kyle replied, Yes, at Grant.

Juan was envious upon seeing it. Wow, Mommy has enquired there before. It’s avery posh place! How lucky you are, Kyle!

Was this happiness? Kyle wondered. He frowned and responded with, It’s not agood place!

He suddenly heard the door being pushed open. Before he could send the text,Kyle hurriedly hid his smartwatch beneath the pillow.


Juan was tired of waiting for a reply and he soon fell asleep on the bed.

Evan looked at Kyle who had his eyes shut tight. He sat down in front of the bedand tried to comfort him, saying, “Kindergarten is a new environment for you.You’ll take a while to adjust, but once you do, things will improve.” Evan reachedout and stroked his injured face.

“Seeing as you’ve already used the best medicine, you’ll get better. Let this be alesson to you, got it?”

Kyle ignored him and continued to feign being asleep. Evan leaned over andgently kissed his forehead. After tucking him in, he left the room.

Kyle watched the tall, stalwart figure disappear from view. In his heart, he knewthat his Daddy loved him.

He secretly picked up his smartwatch and deleted the text that he had meant tosend to Juan.

The next day, Nicole made breakfast and called for her three children to wake up.

Maya did not require much encouragement. The mere mention of a dessert beingprepared for breakfast would make her bolt out of bed with enthusiasm. She wasalways the first to get dressed and she constantly reached the table at top speed.Her eyes would sparkle, thinking about what to eat first.

Nina was the vain one, as she was always the last to arrive. If she felt that herhair was unsatisfactory or messy, she would spend time combing it.

Juan was in the middle, always arriving before Nina, but after Maya.

Juan poured himself a glass of milk and took a sip, saying, “Mommy, this is thekind of milk that Kyle likes the most!”

Nicole’s heart trembled, at the mention of Kyle.

“I wonder how he’s doing. Has Kyle gone to kindergarten yet?”

“Yes, he went to Grant Kindergarten!” Juan responded enthusiastically.

As soon as Juan finished speaking, Nina walked slowly to the table, as shesighed in a thoughtful manner, “Of course, Daddy is rich!”

“Do you envy him? Why don’t you go and live with Daddy then?”

“Don’t be silly! No matter how rich he is, I won’t leave Mommy behind!”

Maya wiped off a bit of the cake pop from her mouth. She then chimed in, saying,“That’s right! I’ll never leave Mommy as well. She is the best Mommy in theworld!”

Nicole tutted, “How sweet you are, Maya! You’ve been eating so much dessertthat your words are so sweet as well!”

“I don’t mind!”

Maya rolled her eyes at Nina. If Nina could praise Mommy, so could she!

“Well, you three, eat quickly or you’ll be late!”

After breakfast, Nicole sent her three children, to their kindergarten.

When she returned, she suddenly recalled Juan mentioning that Kyle hadenrolled in Grant Kindergarten. Nicole wondered if he was fitting in well.

She decided to find out for herself.

She rushed to Grant Kindergarten, just in time to see Kyle, stepping out of anAudi. He looked gloomy.

She was still unsure of who the driver was. Afraid of being recognized, Nicolehurriedly lowered her head.

“Hurry in, don’t dawdle now!”

The sudden roar made Nicole’s heart sink.

What was that about?

She looked up to see a beautifully dressed woman staring at Kyle resentfully.

As Kyle walked into the compound, she was still nagging at him from behind,“Don’t pick any more fights today! Picking you up would be embarrassing,otherwise!”

Damn it! Where did this shrew come from?

Nicole stared at her nasty face, studying it carefully. She found it oddly familiar.

Of course! She’s the one whom I ran into at the airport when I had returned to thecountry! She’s always with Evan, and she had even picked a fight with Nina!

Why was she sending Kyle to school?

Judging from what she had said earlier, this was not the first time either.

Was Evan the one who had allowed her to do this?

How could he allow such a woman to send Kyle to school? There had to besomething wrong with him!

Nicole glanced at Sofie, before looking at Kyle once more. He was graduallywalking away. He looked so lonely, and so out of place, even while he was in thelively school environment.

Juan, Maya, and Nina were always so happy to go to kindergarten. Didsomething bad happen to Kyle?


She remembered that Kyle told her that he was willing to go to kindergarten.

Seeing the woman got into the car, Nicole hurriedly entered the building andfollowed Kyle.

Before Kyle could take a seat inside his classroom, a classmate’s parent cameover and pushed him to the ground.

“What was that for?”

He quickly got up again and glared at the person who pushed him.

Nicole clenched her fists as she continued to walk towards Kyle.

“That was for hitting my child. He’s got bruises and bite marks on him, you littlesh*t!”

“I only did it because he threw my pencil case first!”

“All that for your worthless pencil case? I think I’ll… “

The parent was about to give Kyle another hard push when somebody grabbedher wrist suddenly.

“What the hell? Let go of me!”

The parent struggled to break free of Nicole’s grasp before touching her sorewrist with the other hand.

Not expecting his mother to appear, Kyle looked at Nicole in surprise. He staredat Nicole for a couple of seconds before lowering his head to hide his bruisednose and swollen face from the beating the day before.

Noticing him lowering his head like that, Nicole leaned over to look at Kyle, “It’sokay, Kyle. I’m here now.”

Her heart broke when she noticed the bruises on Kyle’s face.

“Who hit him?”

The sudden roar shook the classroom and nobody dared to make a sound.

With her fury rising like wildfire, Nicole shifted her focus to the parent whopushed Kyle, “Was it your child?”

“It was your son who hit mine first!”

Nicole then looked down at the boy next to his parent. The light bruises on theboy’s face were nothing like the serious ones on Kyle.

How dare she pick on Kyle when he’s obviously the one who got hurt more.

Besides, I heard Kyle said that the boy threw his pencil case first!

“Kyle, is that boy the one who hit you?”

Before Kyle could answer, a voice suddenly interrupted him.

“He said that whoever hits Kyle gets free pizza!”

Free pizza for hitting my boy?

That little sh*t!

Nicole found it hard to believe that a child would know how to use people likethat.

In that case, that boy was still responsible for hurting Kyle.

“Your boy instigated others to hurt mine so he has to apologize! Whoever hit Kyleyesterday for the free pizza better apologize to him too!”

“Why should we listen to you?”

The parent was unconvinced, especially after checking out Nicole and seeinghow ordinary she looked.

Who’s this woman to tell me what to do?

“Are you going to apologize or not?” Nicole gave the parent a hard push and shestaggered before falling to the ground.

“How dare you push me, you b*tch! Oh, my bones! I think my shoulder broke. Ican’t get up. I need to go to the hospital.”

Sneering at the parent, Nicole took out silver needles, “Is that right? Well, luckyyou, I’m a doctor. I’m sure you’ll be right as rain after I do some poking with myneedle.”

With needles in hand, Nicole slowly approached the parent who quickly got upfrom the ground at the sight of the long needles.

“I’m going to sue you for pushing me!” threatened the parent.

“I only did it because you pushed my child first, so you deserved it. You want tobring this to the court? Go ahead! Do it!”

“Who are you to talk to me like that? You’re just a nobody from the ordinaryworking-class!”


Ordinary working-class?

Is that where an internationally well-known miracle doctor belongs nowadays?

I guess even this high-class kindergarten isn’t even free of discrimination.

Nicole scoffed at the accusation, “What’s wrong with the ordinary working-class?Are we not allowed justice?”

The question quickly sparked a discussion among the other classmates’ parents.

Soon, many of them started to stand with Nicole. They think that it was the boy’sfault and that he should be the one to apologize.

After approaching the parent, Nicole whispered into her ear, “What’ve you got onyou? Not one of those items on you is authentic. Shall I tell everyone how muchthey’re worth?”

The parent’s face flushed as she had no idea how Nicole could tell that the itemson her were fake.

It would be too much of an embarrassment for her if the truth were to be exposedin public.

The parent knew she could no longer keep up with the argument, “I’m so sorry! Iapologize for both myself and my child.”

“Louder!”

“I’m sorry! It’s my fault!”

“Your child has to apologize too.”

The boy was reluctant to do so at first, but after some scolding by his mother, hefinally gave in and apologized to Kyle.

At that moment, Kyle realized how awesome his mother was, so he held herhand tightly.

Feeling how hard Kyle was holding her, Nicole’s heart was bleeding when shelooked at his bruises again.

“How about some ice-cream?”

Kyle’s eyes sparkled with joy before he nodded excitedly.

“Let’s go.”

And so Nicole left the kindergarten with Kyle and brought him to Fairy Tale IceCream Bar.

“You can have whatever you want, Kyle.”

“I want milkshake.”

“Sure!”

It was rare for Kyle to say what he wanted, but whatever wishes he got that day,Nicole was determined to grant every one of them.

After leaving the ice cream place, Nicole brought Kyle to the zoo where they sawcountless animals. Kyle’s favorite was the fluffy grizzly bear.

“Let’s go to the theme park, Kyle. You weren’t in the mood the last time we’rethere. How about we have some fun this time?”

After some thought, Kyle nodded in agreement.

At the theme park, Kyle had the time of his life riding the roller coaster, thecarousel, and all the rides in the water park.

Kyle’s stoic little face finally broke into joyful laughter.

For a moment there, Nicole even imagined Kyle to be as lively as Juan if shenever left him with Evan.

When Sofie went to the kindergarten to pick up Kyle in the afternoon, she wastold that he left with someone.

After some inquiring, she was shocked to learn from the classmates’ parents thatit was Kyle’s mother who picked him up, and there was a conflict between Kyle’smother and another parent.

After walking out of the kindergarten, Sofie immediately took her phone out to callEvan who answered after a few seconds.

“Who’s Kyle’s mother, Evan?” asked Sofie curiously.

Evan’s face turned pale the second he was asked that question.

“Why do you ask?”

After telling Evan what she found out at the kindergarten, Sofie repeated herquestion once again, “So who the hell is Kyle’s mother, Evan? Either somebodyimpersonated me or Kyle’s not… “

Before Sofie could finish her sentence, Evan hung up the phone.

“Evan? Evan!” shouted Sofie angrily at the phone before she ordered her driver,“To the Seet Group office!”

Evan was so furious that John dared not look directly at him. All he could do waswondered what happened that could have angered Evan so much.

Then he noticed Evan started to make several phone calls, to which nobodyanswered.

Shifting his focus to John, Evan ordered, “You call!”

After being stunned for a few seconds, John took his phone out in a panic anddialed the number shown on Evan’s phone.

It did not take long for his call to be answered.

“Who is this?”

Nicole’s voice came over the phone.

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