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The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 126: Strength Brings Miracles
“Let’s get a chair for Professor Martin. He’ll need to sit for this,” Joseph instructed, his voice steady and commanding. The students quickly followed his directions, and soon everything was prepared.An eerie silence settled over the room. The atmosphere grew tense, and even Charles Martin, now seated, felt an inexplicable chill.“Does anyone have something for Professor Martin to bite on? I’m worried he might bite his tongue,” Joseph said suddenly, breaking the silence.“Wait, hold on, Professor Wilson—will it really hurt that much? Enough for me to bite my tongue?” Martin asked, his voice trembling slightly.“Professor Martin, your hand is severely swollen. To restore it through manual adjustment, there’s only one way,” Joseph said, pausing deliberately as if to build suspense.“What… what way?” Martin’s voice wavered, his growing dread evident.“Strength brings miracles,” Joseph declared, his tone calm and matter-of-fact. “Since strength is involved, the pain is inevitable.”With
The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 127: A Man as Radiant as the Sun
“Young and fearless—that’s what I see in you. It reminds me of my own younger days. As we age, it’s not that our skills diminish, but our courage does.”“I can already feel the fresh energy Professor Wilson has brought to our department. Our field of traditional Chinese medicine sorely needs more talented young doctors like him.” The professors from the TCM department clapped and spoke with admiration, showering Joseph with praise.“Professor Wilson, today you’ve truly opened my eyes,” Leonard Sanchez said as he approached Joseph, extending his hand for a firm handshake. This lecture was undoubtedly a moment of pride for the TCM department, especially with so many attendees from other disciplines and modern medical institutions.“Your courage is remarkable, Professor Wilson. Faced with such a complex case, many of us wouldn’t dare to act,” Geoffrey Harris said as he stepped forward, shaking Joseph’s hand warmly. His tone carried genuine admiration for Joseph’s ability to resolve the
The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 128: My Brother-in-Law is Professor Wilson
“Alright, enjoy your meal,” Joseph replied, knowing that Heidi was likely already at the restaurant and too busy eating to check her phone.Just as he was about to put down his phone, it started buzzing. Alice’s name lit up the screen.“Joseph, have you eaten yet?” Alice’s sweet voice came through the line.“Uh… not yet, actually. I just finished everything here,” Joseph admitted, momentarily taken aback by her call.“I figured as much! I called earlier, but you didn’t pick up. I knew you must’ve been swamped with students,” Alice said with a hint of concern in her voice.“They were just… very enthusiastic,” Joseph replied with an awkward laugh.“Well, I’m already on my way to the university, and I’ve brought you some food. I couldn’t finish the dishes you made this morning, so I added two simple dishes I cooked myself. Just make do with it,” Alice said warmly.“You cooked?” Joseph asked, genuinely surprised.“Of course! Don’t worry, it’s probably not terrible. I didn’t have much to d
The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 129: This is Called Love
“Well? Do you believe me now?” Heidi said smugly, clutching her lunchbox tightly to protect it from further “damage.”“Alright, I believe you! Does your brother-in-law bring you food every day? I’m so jealous—this is top-tier chef-level cooking!” Daphne asked, her curiosity piqued.“Not every day, but today was a coincidence. Even if it were every day, he wouldn’t refuse. He works at Nova University now, so it’s not a big deal for him to bring me food. Even though he’s divorced from my sister, he still dotes on me. He wouldn’t say no if I asked,” Heidi said, her tone carrying a hint of pride.“Wait, your brother-in-law works at Nova University? Is he a professor?” the short-haired girl asked, picking up on the key detail in Heidi’s words.“Girl, professors at Nova University are all highly educated and usually over forty. They’re basically a bunch of old men. So, which old professor is your brother-in-law?” Daphne teased, clearly enjoying herself.“What nonsense are you spouting? My b
The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 130: A Man Fierce as a Tiger
“In psychology, when you’re afraid of losing someone, it’s a sign that you’ve already fallen for them. Let me guess—you feel uncomfortable whenever you see him with another woman, don’t you?” the short-haired girl asked, her tone knowing.“How do you know that?” Heidi asked, her eyes wide with surprise.“Because you have feelings for him. Those feelings may have already blossomed into love. Let me ask you this—if he were hurt, homeless, or in trouble, would you feel heartbroken for him?” the short-haired girl asked gently, testing her.“Of course! He’s my brother-in-law. He’s family,” Heidi answered without hesitation.“But he’s not your brother-in-law anymore. He’s divorced from your sister, which means he’s no longer your family. So… in what capacity are you feeling heartbroken for him?” Daphne pressed, her words cutting straight to the point.“As… a friend?” Heidi ventured hesitantly.“That’s where you’re wrong. If he were just a friend, why do you still call him ‘brother-in-law’ e
The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 131: Not That I've Tested It
"And how do you know he wouldn’t like me?" Daphne shot back with a grin. "Because he just wouldn’t," Heidi retorted, flustered. "Stop overthinking things, okay?" But deep down, even Heidi wasn’t entirely certain if Joseph could resist someone like Daphne. Women like her rarely got rejected by men. "Heidi, we’re just joking. Look at you, acting like someone’s about to snatch your man away," the short-haired girl teased, her tone lighthearted. "Fine, I’ll share my food with you, but only if you promise me one thing," Heidi said after a moment of thought, her expression unusually serious. "What is it?" Daphne and the short-haired girl asked in unison. "You can’t tell anyone about my brother-in-law’s past. It wasn’t easy for him to get this job. If people find out about his history, it might affect his work." "And don’t bring up my connection to him, either. That’s all in the past now. Mentioning it could lead to unnecessary complications." "He’s been married to my sister for year
The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 132: Your Health, My Happiness
"Ahem, are you suggesting you’d like to test it?" Joseph coughed lightly, unsure how to respond to her bold statement. He spoke almost instinctively."I didn’t mean that! Don’t twist my words!" Alice exclaimed, covering her face with her hands. Beneath them, her cheeks were burning red, as if they might burst into flames. How did the conversation even end up here? The sheer embarrassment was overwhelming. "Good, as long as you didn’t mean it." Joseph continued eating, his tone casual as if nothing had happened.But Alice, hearing this, felt something was off again. "What do you mean, ‘as long as I didn’t mean it’? That sounds so strange!" she retorted, her voice tinged with dissatisfaction. "Are you saying I don’t have any charm at all? That you’re not even the least bit attracted to me?"Joseph couldn’t help but laugh at her indignant expression. "That’s not what I meant. Can we save this conversation for when we’re not in the cafeteria? This is hardly the place for it." Alice gl
The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 133: Professor Wilson Already Has a Girlfriend
"It’s fine, go ahead and look. My Facebook is a mess—no labels, no organization. I think you’re the only one with a note attached to your name. What kind of privacy could I possibly have for you to see?" Joseph chuckled, shaking his head. "Alright, I’ll take a look. Don’t worry, I won’t snoop," Alice said, finally picking up Joseph’s phone and unlocking it. The moment she opened it, her eyes widened in shock—there were over a hundred unread messages. "‘Professor Wilson, want to come over to my place tonight and play some games? My parents aren’t home!’" Alice read aloud, her voice dripping with disbelief. "What the hell is this? Playing games? Is that what they’re really inviting you for? Women these days are just shameless." "Here’s another one: ‘Professor Wilson, my sink is clogged. Can you come over tonight and help clear it? It’s so uncomfortable having the sink clogged; the water’s everywhere.’" Alice’s jaw dropped as she continued to read. "A clogged sink? Why don’t they c
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Faced with Alice’s intense gaze, Joseph found himself at a loss for words."Ahem… I’m just afraid I’ll do something… irrational."He cleared his throat, trying to maintain composure."So what if it’s irrational? You still have to eat the cookie."Alice pressed a cookie to his lips, and Joseph had no choice but to obey.He had only meant to eat a cookie, but with Alice involved, that simple act inevitably turned into a playful torment.And truth be told, despite the struggle to resist, the softness of her lips was something he couldn’t quite forget."Alright, I’ll stop teasing you now."Alice remained on his lap, but as she shifted slightly, she suddenly became acutely aware of the firmness beneath her. Her cheeks flushed crimson in an instant, and a flicker of fear crept into her eyes.She was afraid that if she kept pushing, Joseph might lose control and pin her right there on the sofa.When it came to the intimacy between a man and a woman, she was both scared and curious. Just thin
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Joseph couldn't help but grow curious about what “something really good” meant in Alice’s world.This girl… always being mysterious, he thought with a smirk."What’s the surprise? Can’t you give me a hint?"He texted her back."Nope! You have to come home and see for yourself. Hurry up—I’m waiting!"Alice replied almost instantly.Joseph stared at her message, lost in thought. After a moment, he started the engine and drove toward home.After Alice’s teasing message, Joseph couldn’t help but feel a bit flustered. Curiosity gnawed at him—what exactly was the “surprise” she mentioned?Fueled by a sense of anticipation, he found himself pressing harder on the gas. About half an hour later, he finally pulled up at the villa.Once parked, he headed straight for the door, key in hand, and let himself in."Joseph, you're back!"Alice was lounging on the sofa, wearing a pair of petite, loose-fitting shorts that revealed her long, alabaster legs—enough to make Joseph’s heart stir against his w
Chapter 370
"Back then, half of her face was destroyed. Doctors from all over Nova City—and even renowned experts from across the country—were consulted, but none could do anything.""They all knew that skin grafting was the only option, yet no one dared attempt such an extensive procedure."Old Mr. Cooper seemed to drift into the past, his voice tinged with the weight of memory."Then who performed the surgery in the end?"Heidi's eyes locked onto her grandfather. She already had a guess, but she still wanted to hear the answer from his own lips."Who else could it be? Of course it was Joseph. He practically rebuilt half of her face. Over the span of three months, while she was in a coma, he operated on her more than ten times. Only then did her face return to its original appearance.""She’s a woman—if half her face had remained ruined, her life would’ve been over. It was Joseph who saved her. He gave her a second chance at life. And she dares to be proud? She dares to look down on others?""Th
Chapter 369
Hearing Old Mr. Cooper's words, a soft flush crept across Heidi’s cheeks.“Grandpa, how do you always seem to know everything? Don’t tell me you were hiding somewhere, spying on us?”She asked bashfully, her voice tinged with playful suspicion.“Hahaha… You little rascal. Spying? What nonsense.”“There’s a saying, my dear—read between the lines and observe the subtle cues. Life teaches you much if you’re willing to watch and listen.”Old Mr. Cooper chuckled, clearly amused.“So, how did your talk go?”He gave her hand a gentle pat, eyes filled with warmth.Judging by her expression, he could already guess things hadn’t gone too badly—otherwise, she wouldn’t be smiling now.“He’s always been a softie. That’s just the way he is—too kind for his own good. I pushed a little, coaxed him a bit, and he gave in.”She tried to sound casual, though her eyes flickered. Of course, she wasn’t going to admit she'd cried in front of Joseph. That would be far too embarrassing.But despite her efforts
Chapter 368
Just as expected.The next moment, Heidi rose on her tiptoes and planted a fierce kiss on Joseph's lips, her arms locked tightly around his neck, leaving him no room to resist.A soft, warm sensation entered his mouth, and the girl’s delicate fragrance overwhelmed his senses. Joseph froze on the spot, his entire body turning rigid.Only after a bold and reckless kiss did Heidi finally release him."Hiss! You bit my lip—it's bleeding!"Joseph looked genuinely confused. He touched his lips and found blood."That’s the only way to make sure you remember. To make sure you never forget what you just said."Heidi rolled her eyes at him, her voice full of indignation."By the way, I can’t call you 'brother-in-law' anymore. Maybe I should call you 'Professor Wilson' like everyone else does.""I used to call you 'brother-in-law' because I was afraid of completely losing the last shred of connection between us.""But now... we have a new kind of relationship, don’t we?"Her cheeks flushed sligh
Chapter 367
“To win over your stupid heart, of course. Satisfied now? Come on, let’s eat!”Heidi grabbed Joseph’s hand and tugged him toward the dining hall.Truth be told, her cooking had improved remarkably—so fast, in fact, that it caught Joseph off guard. He had once claimed that people who disliked cooking rarely had a talent for it. Clearly, he had been wrong.Though her dishes weren’t exactly gourmet, they were undoubtedly tasty—and far better than anything Charles Martin, the so-called alchemy master, could conjure up.Maybe this is what they call talent.After the meal, Heidi continued to cling to Joseph’s arm, insisting on walking him to the door.She always did this—Joseph had grown used to it by now.But this time, halfway there, she suddenly veered off course and led Joseph into a small courtyard tucked within the vast Cooper estate.It was well-maintained, yet bore the quiet stillness of a place long uninhabited. The Cooper family’s ancestral home was expansive, with many such seclu
Chapter 366
But upon hearing Joseph’s words, old Mr. Cooper could only shake his head once more.“I don’t know how he was injured. He never showed me his wounds, so I have no idea what kind of injuries he sustained,” he explained. “But he did tell me himself that he was hurt. And judging from his complexion, he certainly looked like a man gravely wounded and weakened.”“My master didn’t die of old age or natural causes. It’s very likely that his injuries were too severe… and he succumbed to them.”“Was there really nothing I could’ve done to save him back then?” Joseph let out a long sigh. His face darkened, as if a heavy stone had settled in his chest.A sense of helplessness gnawed at his spirit.And who had caused his master’s injuries?His master had raised him like a father. Even if a day as a teacher is a lifetime as a father, how could he possibly ignore the circumstances of his death?Yet now, Joseph increasingly sensed that his master’s death was shrouded in secrets—deep and dangerous on
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"Then, sir, what was the third request? Was it to have the Morgan Group support the Cooper family? To elevate the Coopers into one of Nova City’s top-tier families?" Joseph asked, curiosity evident in his tone."Now, that’s where you’re mistaken," the old man quickly waved his hand, denying the assumption."Then... could it be that the Morgan Group’s support of the Cooper family is entirely because of me?" Joseph pressed on."Yes—and no," Old Mr. Cooper replied, shaking his head. "The truth is, the partnership between the Morgan Group and the Cooper family stemmed from two things: your presence within the family... and an agreement I made with Old Morgan.""And what sort of agreement was that? At this point, there shouldn’t be anything left to hide," Joseph asked again."I suppose you’re right," the old man said, hesitating slightly. It was clear there was something he found difficult to say."The agreement was this: during the three years I was comatose, if Old Morgan helped the Coop
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"Then, sir, what was the third request? Was it to have the Morgan Group support the Cooper family? To elevate the Coopers into one of Nova City’s top-tier families?" Joseph asked, curiosity evident in his tone."Now, that’s where you’re mistaken," the old man quickly waved his hand, denying the assumption."Then... could it be that the Morgan Group’s support of the Cooper family is entirely because of me?" Joseph pressed on."Yes—and no," Old Mr. Cooper replied, shaking his head. "The truth is, the partnership between the Morgan Group and the Cooper family stemmed from two things: your presence within the family... and an agreement I made with Old Morgan.""And what sort of agreement was that? At this point, there shouldn’t be anything left to hide," Joseph asked again."I suppose you’re right," the old man said, hesitating slightly. It was clear there was something he found difficult to say."The agreement was this: during the three years I was comatose, if Old Morgan helped the Coop
