Joshua shook his head with a smile. “Mr. Sottee, you don't have to apologize; it's not your job to protect me from a cheating wife and abusive in-laws,” he chuckled, but Mr. Sottee, not seeing any reason to laugh, remained quiet, prompting Mason to relax. “I need to ask you something.” Joshua's voice faded into a familiar tone, making Mr. Sottee raise his head to meet his gaze. “What is it, master?”“My vacation is over, and I'm returning to the company,” Joshua informed him.Mr. Sottee, hearing Joshua's words, widened his eyes in disbelief, and when he saw Joshua wear a serious expression after those words, a smile slowly crept onto his face. “You mean you want to go back to your previous life?” he asked, and Joshua nodded in response. Mr. Sottee dropped his gaze to the floor, contemplating what to say. Joshua knew that among a few people who didn't want him to take a temporary leave from the continent, Mr. Sottee was among the few who didn't think twice but chose Joshua's happines

Without hesitation, Joshua continued to the exit where Mr. Softee and Lily were waiting. “What do you mean you’re going to stay with him?!” Joshua heard Lily’s voice from a distance. Mr. Sottee, speaking in a hushed tone, cast a sad expression at her.“The young master isn’t just someone close to me; he is like a son to me. I have been with him since he was ten,” Mr. Sottee replied.Lily's face was a mix of sadness and annoyance as she scoffed in disbelief. “What about me? Are you really going to leave for someone who isn’t blood-related?!”Mr. Sottee, hearing his niece's words, felt a twitch in his heart. He heaved a sigh, but Lily's words beat him to it. “Families stick together! They don't go running to take care of someone else!” Lily barked, tears streaming down her. When Mr. Sotter reached out to her, she brushed him off and slid into the car, slamming the door shut.Meanwhile, Joshua, who had been slowly counting his steps, arrived at the car. Mr. Sottee, who couldn't tell if

As they made their way through the foyer, Joshua's gaze swept the interior of the building, captivated by its unique design. Without looking over his shoulder, Joshua heard a little scoff laced with amazement behind him. The artist's taste wasn't just cutting-edge, but seamlessly blended elements into sophistication. Every corner of the room was filled with a series of luxurious furniture, each piece carefully selected. The walls were adorned with rich textures, colors, and paintings, creating an elegant atmosphere that enhanced the overall aesthetic. Above their heads were a series of chandeliers casting a warm, golden glow. Joshua couldn't help but feel a sense of awe at the detail that transformed this building into a true masterpiece.As Joshua surveyed the room, he couldn't help but think about how his former in-laws would have treated him if they knew his true identity. In the past, keeping this secret from his wife weighed heavily on his heart, but now he was glad he had done

“Indeed, who would have thought we would run into your ex-husband?” Mark said, a hint of mockery creeping into his tone. His eyes lingered on Joshua's face, searching for any signs of bruises. When he found none, his expression melted into disappointment. “I guess the men I hired decided to pity your poor face,” he added with a sneer.Joshua's blood ran cold, and every thought running through him urged him to punch him until he drew blood. Taking a deep sigh, Joshua exhaled, keeping his intrusive thoughts at bay. Mark saw his reaction and smiled. He brazenly wrapped his right arm around Elizabeth's waist, letting his hand slide low enough to grab her backside.Elizabeth chuckled at his actions and placed a kiss on his lips, ignoring the lookers, who frowned at their intimacy. “I'm glad you didn't break any of his bones, my love,” she said, dragging her gaze to Joshua. “A weakling like him won't survive it.”Joshua knew they were doing everything just to provoke him. He looked at Eliz

The receptionist cast him a ridiculous look before bursting into laughter. The sound rang through the bustling lobby, drawing the attention of other customers and adding to Joshua's growing embarrassment.“You’re just the former poor son-in-law of the Marshall family. You think someone like you can just talk to the manager?!” she asked incredulously. “Do you believe that just because you were once connected to that family, you can use their name to secure a job or ask for a loan?” The girl scoffed.“What’s your problem, lady?” Joshua's eyes daggers at her, causing the receptionist to pause and glance at him. “Did I say I was here for a job or a loan?!” he spouted, allowing the question to ring through the transparent counter. When the lady saw the seriousness written across his features, she furrowed her brow, surprised at his outburst. She was sure Joshua was here for a job or a loan, and if he was denying it due to embarrassment, she was ready to see where it ended.Meanwhile, the