"That’s why I was thinking… If your dad and Molly get together, our family will gain two new members." "And if you and Joseph could give me a great-grandchild—twins would be ideal, triplets would be even better—then with Molly’s daughter, we’d have a house full of children." "Our home would finally be lively, full of joy and laughter. And I… I could finally enjoy my retirement by staying home and taking care of the little ones." Blake Morgan’s face was full of anticipation, his smile widening at the thought. "Grandpa! So that’s what you were getting at! You were leading me in circles just to bring up great-grandchildren again!" "I’m still in school! How am I supposed to give you great-grandkids? I’m only a sophomore—I won’t even graduate for another two years!" Alice wrinkled her nose, feeling exasperated. Clearly, her grandfather was very invested in the idea of having great-grandchildren. "Well, then next year should be about right. Once you graduate, you can let me hold my

As Fiona listened, a strange feeling settled in her heart.She had been married to Joseph in name for three years, yet not once had they done any of those things together.It was almost laughable."I’ve never done any of that with him.""Honestly, it feels like you and he are more like a married couple than we ever were."Fiona’s lips curled into a self-deprecating smile as she shook her head."Uh… I borrowed your ex-husband for a bit. You’re not mad, are you?"Heidi froze for a second, her smile faltering slightly. Hearing Fiona say that out loud, she suddenly realized just how unusually close she and Joseph really were."Why would I be angry? You said it yourself—he's my ex-husband. Why would I waste my energy being mad at an ex?""Besides, even if I were angry, it wouldn’t matter. He wouldn’t care. That’s how it was then, and that’s how it is now.""Back then, I didn’t fully realize it, but now I do. His compliance wasn’t out of affection—it was more like fulfilling an obligation.

"Then we’ll just have to trust in Heidi’s bond with him.""If you had told me earlier how important he was, I wouldn’t have stayed out of the affairs of our eldest son’s household."The old madam chuckled wryly."I assumed that with Fiona’s intelligence, she would eventually see that her husband was no ordinary man—that she would understand my intentions with time.""But in the end, I overestimated her. That was my miscalculation."The old man lamented."Enough, old man. Regret won’t change anything. Why don’t you lie down and rest? If anything happens, just call for them—there are people standing by 24/7 outside."The old madam urged him. Given his current condition, too much talking wasn’t good for him."Alright. Once I recover, I’ll deal with that unfilial son and that wretched woman, Maria Long."A flicker of sharpness flashed in the old man’s eyes."Enough of that. Stop dwelling on unpleasant matters. Try to think of something cheerful instead. Now, lie down and rest!"The old ma

After making all the necessary arrangements, he drove to the Cooper family estate.Half an hour later, he arrived.From the moment he stepped inside, he could tell that the Cooper family’s attitude toward him had completely shifted.Just yesterday, he had been nothing more than the worthless live-in son-in-law in their eyes.But now, after saving the old master and earning the respect of top medical professionals, his status had been utterly transformed.As Joseph parked his car at the estate’s entrance and walked through the gates, the household staff greeted him with bows and nods. Even the younger members of the Cooper family, who once looked down on him, now addressed him with respect.Yet, despite this drastic change, Joseph remained indifferent.They had once scorned him—he had felt nothing.Now they revered him—he still felt nothing.Without pausing for small talk, Joseph headed straight for the old master’s room.However, as he rounded a corner on his way to the back hall, a s

"No, no, that’s not it at all. Everything I said was sincere. Heidi is a wonderful girl, it’s just..."Joseph hesitated, his expression conflicted."You don’t need to say it—I can more or less guess the reason myself,"the old master interjected."Has the Morgan family already proposed to you? And you’ve agreed to it, haven’t you?"His wise eyes gleamed with insight."Grandfather, to be honest, I haven’t formally accepted yet, but I will sooner or later."Joseph gave a sheepish smile, unwilling to hide the truth."That’s not a big issue.""Years ago, you were supposed to be engaged to Old Morgan’s granddaughter. It was only by a twist of fate that I intercepted you.""Of course, you can’t blame me for that. Your master and I had certain agreements, and for various reasons, you became my granddaughter’s husband instead.""Now, since my family failed to hold on to you, it’s only natural that Old Morgan would make his move.""But tell me this—if you can marry Old Morgan’s granddaughter,