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Chapter 2951
"Oh my! Acting lovey-dovey again, I see!"
Jessica barged in out of nowhere.
This woman always comes without prior notice.
Larry glanced at her with disdain in his eyes.
"Larry, why are you acting like this? Now that you have a wife, you don't want your little sister
anymore.Is that it?" Jessica pouted.
"Of course I want my little sister.Who would want to upset their own sister?"
Joan suddenly stood up and pulled Jessica over to her.
Since Joan had amnesia, she couldn't recall much about the past anymore.
However, having spent such a long time with Jessica, she felt like she had a good understanding of
Jessica's character.
In her head, Jessica's only foible was that she could be a bit mischievous sometimes.
"Joan, did you miss me?"
Jessica kissed Joan on the cheek.
Meanwhile, Larry, who was watching on the side, had a grumpy look on his face.What's with girls
kissing each other? I don't get it.
Not to mention, Joan is my woman.
No one should be allowed to touch her except for me.Not even my own sister.
Larry sighed before uttering, "What are you doing? If you want to kiss someone, go and kiss
Caspian.You're being a nuisance to Joan."
Larry hurriedly pulled Joan over to his side.
Pfft! This man is so irascible!You don't want me to kiss her? I’ll do it anyway! Jessica took a big step
toward Joan.
"Larry, make sure you pay close attention!"
Having finished her sentence, Jessica embraced Joan and kissed her on the cheek again.
Has this woman gone gonzo?0r has she turned bisexual? Larry glared at Jessica with a confused
expression on his face.
Knowing that Jessica was merely joking around, Joan smiled and remained taciturn.
Larry was irritated by the sight of them being so close with each other.He then got up and left the room.
"Hello? Caspian, you should make sure Jessica behaves!"
Larry sounded furious over the phone.
What?Jessica is outside right now? Startled, Caspian stood up from his couch.
This stupid woman! She's causing trouble again!The worst part is, she ran into Larry! Ding ding ding!
The phone on the table rang incessantly.
"Where are you? Get back here right now!" Caspian's voice was fierce and loud.
What's the matter with him? Why is he being so mean to me? Aggrieved, Jessica curled her lips.
I didn't do anything wrong.
"Why should I go back? You don't even spend time with me." Jessica murmured.
So?Did you decide to find other men to spend time with you?What is she thinking!
"Jessica, get back here this instant!" Caspian was livid.
Larry must've told him something bad about me! After a laconic exchange of words, Joan and Jessica
parted ways with each other.
Seeing Jessica walking further and further away, Larry let out a mischievous grin.But of course, it was
just a joke to mess with his sister.
Trifling jokes like this were the thing that consolidated their relationship as brother and sister after all.
As the days passed on, Abelyn's secret was still not exposed.
The people who ran away weren't caught as they were smart enough to flee to other countries.
Although Jake looked apathetic and calm on the surface, he was actually very worried about Joan and
was furtively investigating her abduction incident.
Meanwhile, Della had become quite the honest person.
To Larry's surprise, Della didn't attempt to hurt Joan this time around.
"Larry, what do you think Ms.Duff is up to these days?" Caspian asked Larry in the office.
Right, what is she doing now?Don't tell me she's setting up another trap? Larry had a distressed look
on his face.
Della has been too quiet over the past few days.She must be plotting something...
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"Caspian, make sure you protect Joan.I don't want her to get hurt anymore” Larry instructed with
gravitas.
Caspian agreed to comply.
"What's wrong? Did the plan fail?"
In the café, Della was stirring her cup of coffee.She was gazing scornfully at the woman in front of her.
So what? I still have many opportunities in the future.
Chagrined, Abelyn was reticent.She then took a sip of her coffee.
Della must be laughing at me now.
Hmph, laugh all you want.I couldn't care less!
"It's none of your business" Abelyn replied coldly.
Oh my, when did she become this grumpy?!Is it because of Joan? Della sneered, "Do you need my
help?"
What can she possibly help me with?If she really wants to help me, she shouldn't have called me out
here today!Not to mention, I don't want to get involved with her any more than ! should!Also, if Larry
somehow finds out, he'll be even more cautious toward me.
When that happens, it'll be way harder for me to make a move on Joan.
"No, Abelyn answered directly.Aw, that's too bad!Does she really think that can deal with Joan by
herself?What a joke! "Abelyn, I'm going to give it to you straight.You can't deal with Joan on your
own.How about you team up with me?’’ Della suggested.
However, Abelyn had no intention of teaming up with her.
Della is cunning and crafty.She might betray me halfway through the plan and rat me out to Larry.I must
be prudent about this.
"Sorry, I'm used to working alone.I don’t like collaborating with others”, Abely responded.
She really doesn't want to work with me huh? Della stared menacingly at Abelyn.
This dumb b*tch! Why is she so stubborn!
"If there's nothing important to talk to me about, we should abstain from meeting each other again."
After finishing her sentence, Abelyn stood up and was getting ready to leave.
Does she wish to end our relationship?Abelyn, are you out of your goddamn mind?if it wasn't for me,
you wouldn't be sitting comfortably here now! This is absurd!Ultimately, you're afraid of getting
blackmailed by others, aren't you? Such a shame! Whatever you were trying to hide, I already knew it
in the first place.
"Are you not afraid that I'll tell Larry about your involvement in Joan's abduction?" Della intentionally
queried.
That being said, Abelyn seemed unperturbed by her question.
"Ms.Duff, enough with the nonsense.If you really think that I was the one who abducted Joan, then
show me the evidence."
Abelyn was right.
Della didn't have any proof of Abelyn being the abductor.
However, she was obstinate that Abelyn was the one who did it.
Who else would do such a cruel thing to Joan except for her? I can't believe that she's still trying to
feign innocence!This woman is way too deceitful!Don't you worry, Abelyn.
One of these days, I'll have you wrapped around my finger! Since the conversation between them didn't
go too well, the two of them left soon after.
"Eh? Isn't that Abelyn?"
Nancy asked Jory while pointing at a woman in front of them.
"It is her’ Jory was quick to respond.
After Abelyn had gotten in the car, Della was seen walking out of the café.
"Why is Della here too?"
Nancy was thinking out loud.
Strange...
Did they have a meeting just now?I thought they were enemies though.
Seeing Abelyn and Della together, Jory was flooded with questions.
Without pondering too much about it, he grabbed hold of Nancy's hand and quickly left.
"That's enough, we should head home now.The kid is waiting for us."
Having heard the word "kid", Nancy immediately turned around and got in the car.
Ever since Joan had moved into Larry's villa, she seldom went back to her house that was first
recommended to her by Jessica.
Clara, her neighbor, as well as Johann, were feeling down because of this.
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Both of them were clueless about the fact that Larry was Joan's ex-husband.
"Joan, I miss you so much.When are you going to come back? Without you here, I have nobody to chat
with" Clara whimpered.
"Mrs.Wright, Joan isn't coming back anymore; Larry responded.
"Come on, don't be like that.In any case, you should come and visit a poor old woman like me
whenever you can; Clara hurriedly replied.
"Okay Mrs.Wright, I'll visit you tomorrow” promised Joan.
Joan chatted with Clara for a while longer before hanging up the phone.
Larry, who was sitting on the couch, was gazing at her with discontent.
Realizing that he was furious, Joan dashed over to him and sat down beside him.
While smiling, she clung onto his arm and gave him a kiss on the cheek.
"I'm just going to pay Mrs.Wright a visit.Don't worry, it won't take too long.I'll make sure to take good
care of myself? she murmured.
"How about here?"
Larry pointed at his lips, teasing her.
"Nope.A kiss on the cheek is all you get."
Joan got up and tried to run away as she was saying that.
However, with a gentle pull, Larry was able to return her into his arms.He then proceeded to give her a
fervent kiss on the lips.
The taste and softness of Joan's lips were just as he remembered.
As he was kissing her, he subconsciously started sliding his hand into her clothes.
The atmosphere of the room suddenly changed.
Aroused, Joan was also getting really into it.
A while later, the two of them were panting heavily into each other's ear...
"I take it you'll let me go, ya?" Joan queried.
"Okay.However, you must let Caspian drive you there."
Larry placed her head on his chest.
Truth be told, Larry was still very worried about Joan as he knew that there were other people who
wanted to hurt her beside Della.
What if there are enemies who have hidden themselves among Joan's circle? Joan nodded silently in
response.
As expected, Caspian drove Joan over to Clara's villa the following day.
"You're finally here, my dear.I've missed you so, so much."
Clara grabbed Joan's hands.
"How are you? Are you hurt? Is your body okay?"
Worried, Clara was bombarding her with questions.
Joan was touched by Clara's concern for her.She's so caring toward me even though we've only met
like two months ago.
So there are still some good people left in this cruel and callous world! Joan let out a cheerful smile
before answering, "Don't worry, Mrs.Wright.As you can see, I'm doing fine."
She spun around in front of Clara to indicate that she was doing well.There isn't any wounds.
That's good to know.
"Enough about me.How are you, Mrs.Wright? Is your body okay?"
Joan helped Clara to the living room as she was saying that.
After hearing Joan's words, Clara seemed rather distressed.I'm not okay! Everything has gone awry
ever since I heard that you were Larry's current girlfriend.
What about my son? I thought you guys were getting along nicely...
Seeing Clara's depressed look on her face, Joan frowned.
What happened to her?Why is she suddenly so sad?
"Mrs.Wright, did something bad happen to you?" she asked.
"Yes.My future daughter-in-law is no more"
Clara shrugged her shoulders.
Joan was quick to get the meaning behind Clara's words.
Love should be a mutual feeling.
We can't force it!Larry and I are together because we share the same feeling with each other.
Back when I lost my memory, Larry didn't force me to love him even though I was his ex-wife.
He knew that he can't force his love on others.
After some time, I fell in love with him naturally and we decided to be together!
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This is the true essence of love.
We respect and depend on each other.
With that said, Larry is the only one for me! "Mrs.Wright, rest assured that Johann would unequivocally
find a better woman than me; uttered Joan.
She couldn't compel herself to love another man.
Larry is the only one for me.
"Joan, can you take some time to reconsider? My son's conditions aren't bad either.
He has everything that Larry can offer.
Plus, he’s a stalwart person and he loves you very much? Clara replied.
I can't deny the fact that he’s an outstanding man.
That being said, I still can't bring myself to love him.
Maybe it's because I met Larry first.
Everything that Larry has done for me is engraved deeply in my heart.
"Mrs.Wright, I think that’s enough for this topic, okay? That's not why I'm here.I came here today solely
to see how you were doing."
Joan tried to change the topic.
It looks like she has made up her mind.
I don't there's any chance for Johann anymore.
Oh, my poor boy.
Just when you finally found a woman you liked, she's then immediately taken away from you...
"Larry, aren't you afraid?!"
Shocked, Jessica yelled out loud in the office.
What's the big deal? Since Larry believed that Joan would not betray him, he was sure that there was
nothing special going on between Joan and Johann.
"What if Johann decides to steal her from you?" Jessica queried.
If he dares to do so, then I'll make sure he regrets it!
"Honestly, Johann looks pretty suave.His achievements are quite remarkable too.Not to mention, he's
also from a prominent family" Jessica tried to provoke Larry.
This silly woman! She's been beguiled by him! Larry was infuriated.
His looks pales in comparison to mine!She must be blind to compliment him like this!
"Okay, that's enough blabbering! You should go now.I have work to do.Stop being a nudnik to me!"
Larry retorted.
Aw, someone's getting jealous.
Jessica glanced at Larry with a smirk before uttering, "I'm simply stating the truth.He is indeed good-
looking."
Larry gave Jessica an ominous look before continuing on with his work.
However, he was still enraged by Jessica's statement earlier.
Surely Joan doesn't think he's good looking, right?There's no way she would fall for his deceitful looks.
But just in case, I should do something about this! Larry decided to call Joan in the end.
"It's getting late.You should come back as soon as possible"
Larry uttered over the phone.
Huh?What is he on about? It's still quite early.
Don't tell me he's drunk again.
Joan was rather confused.
"Joan, you should eat with us."
The sound of a man's voice was heard by Larry.
It's Johann's voice!
"Larry, I'm going to eat with Mrs.Wright.I'll head home after I've finished eating."
Having finished her sentence, Joan immediately hung up the phone.
Larry was getting riled up.
That son of a b*tch! He's not even trying to hide it! Calm down.
She's just having a meal with Mrs.Wright.I'm overreacting.
Larry managed to keep his composure.
"Here, Joan.This dish is made by Johann.Have a taste."
Clara offered Joan some baked ribs.
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"How does it taste? Good?"
Johann asked expectantly as he fixed his gaze on the woman in front.
Wow, Johann has such superb culinary skills! Joan nodded.
With a satisfied expression on her face, she gave him a thumbs-up.
"Johann, you're really talented, I can't tell that you're such a great cook!"
Joan complimented the man with a glint of delight in her eyes.She had always envied men who could
cook well.
However, she had simply forgotten that Larry was also a great cook.
"You should eat more if you like it Clara said smilingly.It wasn't easy for her to see Joan.The elderly
woman felt a tinge of sadness as she wondered when she would get to meet the girl next.Actually, as
long as Joan wished to, she could visit anytime as she still owned the house next door.However, out of
concern for her safety, Larry did not allow her to go out very often.
It's already so late.
Why isn't she back yet? Larry stared at his phone anxiously.
Should I give her a call to check?But if I do that, wouldn't I seem too petty? The man was caught in a
dilemma as he wondered what he should do.
"That's enough.Stop being so troubled! I'll call her for you"
Jessica said while picking up her phone and dialing Joan's number.
Larry let out a satisfied smile, feeling happy that Jessica knew him so well.it seems like I didn't treat her
well for nothing!
"OK, got it.What time will you be back then?" Jessica asked softly.
"Hmm, I'm not sure yet.Maybe one hour later?" Joan replied over the phone.
One hour? Larry took a deep breath to calm himself down.
That woman has already been out for almost half a day! It would be 10 p.m. one hour later.
Larry could not stop worrying that she would meet with danger going home alone at such an hour.That
won't do.I'm going to pick her up!
"Sure.Don't worry and keep Mrs.Wright company a little longer."
After saying that, Jessica ended the call.
Knowing that Larry badly wanted to pick Joan up right away and would not be able to control himself,
Jessica grabbed his arm to stop him from doing that.
"Don't go.Mrs.Wright misses her a lot and just wants to catch up with her for a while more"
Jessica quickly explained.
Larry gazed at the pitch-black sky outside and was not able to conceal the worry in his eyes.
Why does that old lady have so much to say!What are they talking about? Why is it taking so long!
Larry sat down on the sofa, looking extremely displeased.
"Larry, you should stop worrying.Anyway, there's no use even if you continue to worry.Joan would still
stay and accompany Mrs.Wright.That old lady only has a son and doesn't have any daughters.I'm sure
she treats Joan like her own daughter."
Actually, Jessica had almost said that Clara treated Joan like her daughter-in-law.
However, not wanting to infuriate Larry any further, she changed her mind in the nick of time.
"OK, fine” Larry answered while he shot a glance at Jessica.
What's wrong with this man lately? It seemed to Jessica that Larry was especially clingy to Joan
recently.
He would start inquiring about her whereabouts the minute she stepped away.
However, Larry was just afraid that something bad would happen to Joan.
After all, she had been hurt multiple times because of him and he felt extremely guilty over that.
He was upset with himself for not being able to protect and take care of Joan.
He was also frustrated with himself for losing her so many times.
"Joan, what's the matter? Are you feeling uncomfortable?"
Clara patted Joan's arm lightly while asking worriedly.
"Oh, I'm just feeling a little dizzy.Mrs.Wright, I think I'm drunk; Joan replied softly and seemed a little
disoriented.The three of them had indeed drunk some red wine during dinner, but Johann and his
mother never expected that Joan's alcohol tolerance was so low.
In fact, she had only drunk two glasses of wine and was already drunk.
Johann couldn't help but smile as he observed the woman's goofy mannerisms.
An unfamiliar emotion seemed to have stirred up in his heart.
What an adorable woman.
It's such a pity that she's already attached.
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"Johann, why don't you send Joan home? She's drunk” Clara suggested.
"Mom, don't you remember that I drank too? How can you ask me to send her back?" Johann refused.
If that was the case, the only option was for Joan to stay the night.
After the decision was made, Clara texted Larry using Joan's phone.It was just a simple message to
inform Larry that Joan would not be going home that night.
Just then, Larry's phone buzzed with Joan's message.
What's going on?She's not coming back?She's staying over at Johann's place? Instantly, Larry felt a
flash of irritation.He knew that Johann must have harbored ulterior motives! Indeed! Without any
hesitation, Larry called Joan.
However, the woman's phone had run out of battery and was turned off.
What now? Larry tossed his phone on the sofa angrily.
As expected, Joan did not return home the entire night.
Yawn! Joan stretched lazily in the bed when she woke up.
She scanned her surroundings as she slowly opened her eyes.
What's going on?This isn't Larry's villa! The woman bolted up at once and studied her surroundings
carefully.
"AHHH!"
Joan suddenly shrieked.She had just realized that she was wearing a set of pajamas that was not hers.
"What's wrong? What happened?"
Clara dashed into the room at once.
"Mrs.Wright? Why are you here?" Joan asked in shock as she blinked at the elderly woman in
confusion.
Why is Mrs.Wright here early in the morning? Oh dear! She must have had a blackout from drinking.
She doesn't even remember that she did not go home last night.
Clara thought to herself and smiled at Joan affectionately.
"What happened?"
Johann rushed into the room as well and asked anxiously.
Joan was finally able to recall that she was drunk the night before.
Looking at the two people in front of her, the woman scratched the back of her head and let out an
awkward smile.
Oh no! I'm really doomed this time!Larry will kill me if he knows about this! Joan got changed
immediately and left Clara's villa.
"Why are you in such a rush?" Johann asked curiously when they were in the car.
How is it possible for me to stay calm when Larry gets jealous so easily these days? Joan knew that he
would definitely not let it slide that she spent the night outside.
"Oh, it's nothing; Joan replied with a faint smile and did not answer his question.Johann could tell that
the woman really cared about Larry.
As such, he decided not to act on his interest towards her.
The car pulled up in front of Larry's villa shortly after.
The man, who was staring out of the window from upstairs, was extremely unhappy when he saw the
two people walking out of the car.
"Larry?"
Joan entered the living room and placed the breakfast which she had bought on the table.
Since she did not return home the entire night, she had to do something for the man to appease his
anger.
However, it felt strange to her that the villa was so quiet.
Hmm? Is he still sleeping? Joan scanned her surroundings, feeling a little perplexed.
But that's not possible! She glanced at her watch and noticed that it was already 7.30 a.m..
Usually, Larry would have already finished washing up by that time! Meanwhile, Larry was laying on the
bed with his eyes wide open, awaiting Joan's arrival.
"Larry?" Joan called out softly while pushing the door open.
When she entered the room, she saw the man laying on the bed with his back facing her.
No way...is he really still asleep?
"Wake up, lazy pig! It's already 7.30 a.m..I got you breakfast..."
Joan said while walking over to the bed.
Suddenly, Larry rolled over and pulled Joan onto the bed before pinning her beneath him.
Then, he started kissing her fiercely and was only willing to let go of her when she started gasping for
air.
"Tell me, what did you do last night?" The man asked furiously.
I knew he would be mad at me! Joan swept her messy fringe away from her forehead and with an
awkward smile, she replied immediately, "Um...I got drunk last night and stayed over at Mrs.Wright's
place"
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ls that really it?! bet it's that jerk Johann who intentionally got her drunk!
"Johann did that on purpose! He planned to get you drunk by asking you to drink. You even stayed... "
"Larry!" Joan interrupted Larry without waiting for him to complete his sentence.
"Johann is much better than that. He's a reliable and civilized man,’ Joan continued.
ls she defending that man now?Hal! It has just been one night and she's already taking his side?
Women are indeed very gullible!
"I won't allow you to meet Johann in the future.” Larry leaned his head against Joan's collarbone and
said softly.
What? I understand that he's jealous, but isn't it too much to ban me from meeting Johann ever again?
Joan turned away and looked out of the window with a troubled expression on her face.
"Why? You are not willing to do that?" Larry touched her cheeks lightly and asked as he noticed her
dilemma.
Of course I'm not willing!After all, he's Clara's son!
“Alright, that's enough. You should go downstairs and eat your breakfast!" Joan said impatiently. Larry
was upset at the woman's nonchalance towards the matter.
"Larry, am I getting a treat?” Jessica asked cheekily over the phone.
Why should I be treating? Larry was in an extremely bad mood and did not feel like talking.
"I'm not free” Larry replied and was about to end the call.
"Wait! It has already been so long, it's time for you to give me a treat. I have been rushing here and
there just for you and Joan.” Jessica decided to play the emotional card.
This girl! She's really trying all means just to get a free meal.
"Fine, fine. I'll treat!" Larry hung up after saying that. It was a big deal to everyone that Larry was giving
a treat. Jessica informed Nancy, Jory, and Caspian immediately. However, she hesitated when she
reached
Abelyn’s name in her contact list.
Ever since Joan was kidnapped, there had been a subtle change in her relationship with Abelyn.
Jessica knew
Larry very well and naturally, she trusted him very much.
As such, Larry's suspicions towards the woman had also resulted in Jessica casting doubts on her.
Never mind! I shall still inform her! Not long after, the group was gathered in a private room in a hotel.
"Joan, take a look and see what you would like to order!”
Jessica said while passing the menu to Joan. Abelyn, who was also at the table, could not help but
tremble a little when she looked at Joan.
Ever since the kidnapping incident, she had been feeling uneasy all the time and was worried that her
acts would be exposed sooner or later. In fact, unlike what she thought, it was no longer a secret.
“Abelyn, is there anything you feel like eating?" Joan asked Abelyn, who was sitting next to her, in a
gentle voice.
"Huh?" As Abelyn was in a daze, she jumped in shock when Joan suddenly spoke to her. After she
regained her composure, she smiled awkwardly and reply softly,
“Anything will do. I'm not a picky eater."
"What are you saying? Aren't you allergic to prawns?" Dustin said as he nudged Abelyn lightly. Why
does she look so distracted?
“Are you not feeling well?” Dustin immediately touched the woman's forehead with his right hand and
noticed she wasn't running a fever.
"Then we'll just not order prawns." Jessica laughed heartily.
Larry did not participate in the conversation. He was quietly observing Abelyn at one side. Indeed, he
saw guilt flashing across the woman's face.
You shouldn't have done that in the first place. Larry thought with a look of disdain. /f she had come
clean to everyone previously, she wouldn't have landed herself in such a state. She would probably feel
very uneasy at such gatherings.
Her current relationship with us is neither enemies nor friends. What does she intend to do?If she turns
over a new leaf from now onward, I can let bygones be bygones.
However, if she doesn't learn from her mistakes, I will not go easy on her.
"Larry! Why are you in a daze? Eat something! Isn't fish your favorite?" Jessica smacked Larry on his
shoulder and exclaimed.
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"Sure,’ Larry replied immediately.
Joan noticed Larry's delayed reaction and wondered if he was still upset over what happened the night
before.
‘Joan, this is yours! The dish in front of you is mine!”
Dustin said while passing the vegetable dish to Joan. At the same time, Joan passed the braised short
ribs in front of her to Dustin.
Abelyn could feel her anger mounting as she noticed the chemistry between Dustin and Joan. On the
other hand,
Larry did not mind at all as he was certain that Dustin was already completely over Joan.
"Why did you keep staring at Abelyn just now?” Joan asked Larry softly when they were back in the
living room.
Is this woman jealous? Larry pulled Joan into his arms and kissed her forehead lightly. His affection for
the woman was written all over his face.
‘Jealous? Or angry?" He asked her gently as if he had already forgotten that she had stayed over at
Johann's place the previous night.
"Why would I be jealous?" Joan replied while trying to push the man away.
‘Aren't you intending to explain to me what happened last night?" Larry nibbled at her earlobes and
asked softly while blowing air into her ears playfully. He didn't want to make things difficult for her as it
wasn't easy for them to be together again.
“Actually, really nothing happened between Johann and I last night. Mrs. Wright knows my current
status and besides, Johann is a gentleman. He would definitely not do anything that damages his
reputation’ Joan put her arms around the man tightly and looked up at him, while replying to him
seriously.
In fact, Larry would believe anything Joan told him!
It was just that he had let anger overcome him earlier on. As such, he didn't care to listen to Joan's
explanation. Since things had already been cleared up, there was no longer a need for them to give
each other the silent treatment.
"Johann likes you, right?” Larry suddenly asked.
Strange, how does he know? Joan did not remember telling Larry about it. "A man looks at a woman
differently when he is in love with her” Larry explained while holding the woman's hand tightly.
Wow, it seems like this man is quite attentive. He even managed to notice that. Joan continued
snuggling in
Larry's arms while basking in his warmth.
"So, do you like him more or do you like me more?" Larry lifted the woman's chin while he asked
teasingly.
Isn't he asking the obvious? Obviously, Joan liked Larry more!
Besides, her feelings towards Johann were that of a friend, while she felt romantic love towards Larry.
"I'm so sleepy!" Joan tried to avoid answering him.
"You're not allowed to sleep until you answer my question, otherwise I'll... " Larry pinned Joan under
him before completing his sentence and buried his head in her neck.
"Don't do that! OK, fine. I'll answer.” Joan was exhausted and did not have any energy to further exert
herself.
With a serious expression, she said, "Well, ‘like’ is not the correct word to describe my feelings for you.”
A glint of disappointment flashed across Larry's eyes when he heard that. What else could he say?
Joan had not gotten her memories back after all.
"It should be ‘love’ instead,” Joan continued.
Larry's eyes lit up at once and he was elated. He tousled the woman's hair lightly and asked anxiously,
"Do you really mean it?”
Why would ! lie about that? Joan smiled and nodded her head firmly.
Finally, the both of them had returned to the loving couple they were before.
So what if Joan had lost her memories? Their feelings towards each other had not changed at all. It
was unfortunate for Jake that even though he tried so hard to keep Joan by his side, he was still unable
to win her heart.
“Larry, I want to visit Ms. Young and Lucius,’ Joan suddenly requested.
But she has not regained her memories. How can she meet them in her current state? Larry couldn't
help but worry, as he had not told Delilah and Lucius that Joan had lost her memories.
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"I think there's no need to keep my condition from them. Besides, I have heard from Jessica that Ms.
Young is a reasonable and understanding woman,’ Joan said and
looked at Larry expectantly.
Larry was moved by the sincere look on Joan's face and thought that what she said made some sense.
"Fine then, we shall pay Ms. Young and Lucius a visit tomorrow” Larry replied in an assuring tone.
As promised, Larry did not go to work the next day and brought Joan to Delilah's house.
When Delilah saw Joan, tears welled up in her eyes at once.
"Joan, where have you been!" Delilah hugged Joan tightly as tears streamed down her cheeks. Even
though
Joan was slightly taken aback at that moment, she was feeling very emotional as well.
What's the matter with her?Why isn't she saying anything? Delilah was feeling rather perplexed as she
looked at Joan curiously.
"Um... Ms. Young, actually, Joan had lost her memories,’ Larry explained at once while scratching the
back of his head.
That struck Delilah like a bolt out of the blue and her mind went blank instantly. She has been gone for
so long and now, she's back but has lost her memories?!s God playing a joke on me?
Oh well, never mind, as long as she's safe and well.
"Joan, c'mon here and have a seat,’ Delilah said as she led Joan towards the sofa.
Even since the two women reunited, Delilah had been talking to Joan non-stop and seemed to be very
emotional.
Joan replied Delilah as best as she could as she understood the woman's feelings.
"Grandma, I'm back." Suddenly, Lucius, who was carrying his school bag, walked in. When the boy saw
Joan, he started wailing at once.
"Mom, I miss you so much!” Lucius ran into Joan's arm immediately.
Joan got a shock but composed herself immediately after. She patted the boy's back gently, comforting
him.
"Come here, Lucius. Let your mom rest for a while” Delilah said to the boy while helping Joan up.
At the same time, Larry took Lucius into the room and said to him carefully, “Lucius, I'm going to tell you
something now, but you need to promise me not to scream or cry, yeah?"
After taking a pause, he continued softly while stroking the boy's head, "Your mom has lost her
memories so she doesn't remember who you are now. But we will help her regain her memories
together."
Lucius' eyes were clouded with sadness when he heard that.
"You need to believe that your mom will get well. We need to have faith in her, alright? She will
definitely get her memories back; Larry continued speaking. Yup, I believe that Mom will recover!
Lucius looked at the man in front of him and nodded firmly. No matter how long it took, he was
determined to help his mom get her memories back.
Meanwhile, Joan, who was resting on the sofa, felt extremely dejected. She noticed how excited
Delilah and
Lucius were when they saw her but she didn't feel anything at all.
"Joan, it's alright. You will definitely get your memories back one day. We will be with you on your
journey to recovery,’ Delilah said in a quivering voice. Will I really get my memories back? Joan fell into
deep thought.
After having a meal together with Delilah and Lucius,
Larry and Joan left.
"Did you manage to recall anything?" Larry asked Joan when they were in the car.
Joan shook her head and looked disappointed. However, she was just glad that Delilah and Lucius
were doing well.
"Grandma, why is Mom not staying with us?" Back in the living room, Lucius tugged at Delilah's arm
and asked once Larry and Joan left.
He had missed his mom so much during that period of time she was gone. The boy did not understand
why she was leaving so soon right after she came back and wondered if it was because the woman did
not like him anymore.
She must be feeling awkward. Yeah, now that she’s not able to remember anything, if she comes back
now, she'll probably feel uncomfortable. We should wait a while more.
Delilah let out a sigh with sorrow visible in her eyes. This girl has such a tough life.
Chapter 2960
"Isn't that Della?" Joan said to Larry in the car.
Why is she here? Larry had his guard up all of a sudden.
"Larry!" Della called out to Larry at once. However, her face went pale when she saw the woman in the
car.
"I tried calling you just now but was unable to reach you; Della said cautiously, before glancing at Joan
arrogantly.
Then, she continued, "Um, my dad's looking for you” Mr. Duff's looking for me? Larry eyed the woman
suspiciously, feeling surprised.
Fred would not look for him if it wasn't anything important. It seemed like something urgent might have
happened.
Larry turned around and explained the situation briefly to Joan before getting into the car.
Joan had a worried expression on her face as she watched the car drive away. She knew the Duff
family's background and influence very well. Fred wasn't someone to be offended and Joan was feeling
ill at ease as she wondered if Larry would be in any danger.
Joan rubbed her hands nervously but she still believed that Larry would be able to handle anything that
came his way!
"Why is Mr. Duff looking for me?" Larry asked Della softly while they were walking.
"I'm not sure. Dad didn't tell me,’ Della replied swiftly. Meanwhile, Fred was flipping through a
newspaper on the sofa in the living room. Even though he appeared to be very relaxed, he was
panicking inside his heart.
"Mr. Duff" Larry greeted the man immediately when he entered the living room.
"You're here. Follow me to the study,’ Mr. Duff said and stood up, before heading upstairs.
For some unknown reason, Della felt a sense of unease as she looked at her dad's lonesome figure.
Did something happen to the company?0r is dad facing any troubles?
Della could not stop pacing to and fro and remained ina fluster.
"Ms. Duff, here, have some water,’ the housemaid said as she passed Della a glass of water.
"Oh, wait a minute, do you know if anything has happened to my dad lately?" Della grabbed the
housemaid's arm and asked.
The housemaid looked upstairs and was put in a tight spot. Fred had told her not to tell Della about his
health condition.
"Tell me!" Della yelled furiously, emitting a cold aura.
The housemaid was startled by Della's reaction and retreated a few steps instinctively. Avoiding Della’s
gaze, she lowered her head and replied at once, "Mr. Duff is fine. But I think Ms. Duff, you should come
home and spend time with your dad more often. He's getting old after all and needs some concern from
his children’
Della heaved a sigh of relief at once when she heard that.
“Well, you are just a housemaid and you dare to lecture me?” Della stepped towards the housemaid
and said fiercely.
"No, I dare not! Ms. Duff, I'll go prepare food now,’ the housemaid said and quickly ran towards the
kitchen.
Della did not manage to get the hidden meaning behind the housemaid's words.
In the study, Fred was sitting at his desk with a serious expression on his face, while Larry sat on the
sofa, awaiting the man's instructions.
He could not help but worry as he noticed the somber expression Fred had. Did he encounter any
difficulties? A glint of concern flashed across Larry's eyes.
“Larry, I need your help with something,” Fred cleared his throat and said in a soft voice.
Larry felt that they did not need to stand on such ceremony with each other as they had known each
other for such a long time. In fact, if it wasn't for Della, the both of them might have already joined
hands in business long ago.
"Della is still young and it's likely that there are things that she wouldn't be able to do well. My health is
not so good lately so I can only trouble you. My company is facing some difficulties lately which is
causing us huge losses. Can you find out for me who's behind it?" Fred said softly while glancing at the
door.
Larry was shocked to hear that. Who in the world would have the guts to lay hands on Mr. Duff?isn't
that starting a losing battle?