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Neil took it upon himself to say, “Just cut to the chase, Alex.”
Alex rubbed his nose and said awkwardly, “Neil, I have something to ask you indeed”
Neil nodded “Go ahead.”
Alex asked, “I’m quite curious. Why aren’t you and River living together after having two children? It feels unfair to childhood friends that you didn’t even invite us to your wedding, don’t you think?‘
Neil smirked “You want to go to a wedding so badly. Alex?
“Naturally, I would like to go to a good friend’s wedding. After all, you’re the first amongst us, right?
Neil said calmly, “Now is not the time yet.”
Alex said, “It’s been five years, isn’t it time? Are you going to break un with her?”
“Not really. River and I agree unanimously we will grow bored of each other sooner or later if we tie the knot. A distance is needed to prevent the relationship from becoming stale. A brief separation can have a positive impact on the relationship.”
Alex was astounded but found it reasonable!
Alex asked, “You have to throw a celebratory feast for your friends when you get your marriage certificate anyhow, right? That’s not very nice of you!”
Neil smiled. “We don’t need a marriage certificate to prove our relationship.”
Alex said, “Your thinking is quite progressive.
After the dinner, Alex recounted his conversation with Neil to Noah.
Noah scoffed, thinking, ‘You don’t need a marriage certificate to prove your relationship, huh?
willing to have his children even though he’s so reluctant to take responsibility for you!
“Good for you, River!‘
At 12:30 a.m., River departed from the house and arrived at the airport just in time when Kenny walked out with his huge luggage.
A foreign woman wearing a pale green dress with a lanky, elegant figure stood next to him. She appeared to be over 40 years old from the side.
River was stunned when the woman turned to her. ‘Is that the Textile Tycoon, Ms. Alisa? What is she doing here?‘
Kenny spoke to Alisa after seeing River and approached her in excitement. “Is it a big surprise?”
River was in shock. She hastily extended her hand and greeted Alisa with Ylesirese after snapping out of her trance.
“Welcome to Novamere, Ms. Alisa.”
Alisa glanced at River with her chin raised before asking Kenny. “She’s G?”
Kenny nodded frantically. “Yes, this is G, River Healy.”
Alisa observed River before saying in contempt, “I thought G iwa a strong woman over 30 years old, yet she is so young. She won’t be able to manage a clothing company well at her age. She won’t last long in the industry with just good designs.”
River’s friendly smile disappeared when Alisa mocked her without cause.
Kenny was also surprised. Alisa had previously promised to assist G with the fabric issue, so her current attitude was unexpected.
Kenny was about to speak, but River beat him to it. “Ms. Alisa, I disagree with you questioning. my abilities because of my age. As far as I know, you were in your early 20s when you began your business. If you could do it, why can’t I?”
Alisa asked, “My family taught me all about business management. What’s your background?”
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“I don’t have formal training, but I am motivated to learn and grow. You’re right. Just relying good designs won’t sustain me in this industry forever. Aesthetic preferences change over time. However, I believe in continuous learning
“Who’s to say I’ll stop at my current design theories? Everyone carves their own path to success. My establishment of TYC is a testament to that, isn’t it?”
River’s calm and measured response gradually changed Alisa’s expression.
After a moment, Alisa smiled. “You possess a unique presence. I’ve revised my opinion of you.”
“Thank you for your endorsement. Welcome aboard, River replied, extending her hand.
Alisa shook it happily. “I’m looking forward to your performance.”
Meanwhile, a man in a black suit emerged from the airport.
Reuben followed closely behind with their luggage, but Noah suddenly stopped
Startled, Reuben halted the luggage trolley and turned to see what had caught his superior’s attention.
In the nearby area, he spotted River, Kenny, and Alisa.
Reuben thought, ‘No wonder Mr. De Marco declined the private jet. He must have known Kenny would arrive in Novamere at this time and expected River to pick him up. But is it wise for my employer to put himself through this?
Reuben attempted to distract Noah, saying, “The car is ready, Mr. De Marco.”
Noah approached River with a tense demeanor.
Under his breath, Reuben muttered, “Oh no,” and followed closely.
Noah’s presence did not go unnoticed by River, Kenny, and Alisa.
-Noah approached River, glanced briefly at Kenny, and uttered coldly, “What a coincidence to encounter your family of three.”
Kenny appeared puzzled. “Family of three? What are you talking about?”
Noah looked at Kenny. “What else would you call one man with two romantic partners if not a family of three?”
Kenny comprehended the implication and punched at Noah’s face.
Noah subtly dodged Kenny’s attack.
River instinctively tried to intervene, grabbing Kenny’s arm and urging. “Don’t fight“”
Reuben hurried over to Noah and warily eyed Kenny.
Kenny seethed with anger. “Did you not hear what he said earlier? He’s showing no respect!”
Noah glared at Kenny. “Respect? You seem to have a talent for respecting others. You claimed to be with River, yet you spent all your time in Ylesir with that woman.”
Kenny attempted to retort, but River stopped him. “Kenny has the freedom to do as he pleases. I’ve made that clear to you!”
Noah looked at River with displeasure. “Must you argue with me over a scoundrel?”
“Kenny is not a scoundrel! Do you forget your own actions were worse?” River retorted “Before criticizing others, take a look at yourself.”
Noah’s expression grew serious. “I’m trying to protect you, and you accuse me. Do you even know what he’s been up to behind your back?”
River countered, “You assumed 1 was with Neil, right? If that’s the case, why doubt Kenny? Or do you see me as someone who’d be with anyone?”
“Aren’t you acting like you’d be with anyone right now?” Noah spoke sternly.
River snapped at Noah, “Don’t act so authoritative without knowing the truth!”
Noah squinted at her and retorted, “Am I being authoritative, or are you just reveling in a dumpster fire?”
“Dumpster fire? Well, if that’s the case, then you’re a piece of trash, too,” River shot back, her laughter tinged with anger.
River turned away and pulled Kenny with her. “Let’s go! I don’t want to stand out here in the cold, arguing with him in the middle of the night.”
Kenny nodded and told Alisa, “Let’s get in the car.”
Alisa didn’t understand what the argument was about. Soon after, the three of them departed, leaving Reuben sighing as he watched Noah’s lonely figure.
Why bother, Mr. De Marco? You know Ms. Healy will always defend the other guys,‘ Reuben thought.
River and Kenny checked Alisa into a five–star hotel before returning to Bayview Villa together.
Kenny noticed the chicken coop in the yard as soon as he stepped out of the car. “River, are you into chicken farming now?”
River sighed. “I’ll explain once we’re inside.”
Kenny nodded.
As soon as they opened the door, he was greeted by a male stranger’s voice. He couldn’t believe his when he saw potatoes and sweet potatoes piled up in the living room.
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“G, did you get into farming in my absence?”
River glanced at Brandon, who had been live–streaming in the living room all day. “I have some difficult relatives who have taken over my home, and now they’re live streaming from the villa,”
she said in frustration.
Kenny’s jaw dropped in shock. “I can’t believe people like this exist.”
River rubbed her eyes sleepily. “Hmm, they’ll be gone in a few days. Come on, let’s go upstairs.”
Kenny agreed with a nod
At 9:00 a.m., Kenny went to the children’s room to surprise them but was shocked to find Axel’s pillow stained with blood and his face partially covered in it.
Kenny quickly grabbed a warm, wet towel from the bathroom to clean Axel’s face and was surprised to see the triplets were already awake.
Liora rubbed her eyes. “Tyler, am I hallucinating? Why is Uncle Kenny here?”
Tyler, barely able to keep his eyes open, replied, “You’re not hallucinating. I see Uncle Kenny sneaking into our room.”
This is so stupid. Noah, how can a woman have given birth to 3 five year old kids unless they’re triplets ? It takes 9 months to have a baby ! OMG ! Enough already !