Aoba Hoyle was defeated by two women. He finally squeezed the words out of his gritted teeth,
“Alright, Chloe Big Sis.”
A good man didn’t fight woman. One day, he would win it anyway.
Downstairs, his eldest brother and father-in-law were playing chess. His eldest brother was good at
winning people’s heart. Now, he became more and more native to this family.
His relationship with Chloe Malan was not surprising to Mr. and Mrs. Steele. They had long anticipated
this. They were happy about it for their entanglement was inevitable.
However, when the daughters started working, going to school, and dating, the atmosphere in the
house quieted down. Mrs. Steele couldn’t help sighing, “I hope my kids are doing well.”
“My children and grandchildren will have their own families. Perhaps, the twist and turn in life will do
them good. It will make them cherish each other more.” said Mr. Steele.
Olive Steele went to the hospital. Since Norton Geve was hospitalized, she had visited him regularly
every week.
Doctor said that his cancer was not getting any severe. It was a good news.
In the past few days, Norton Geve had been craving for meat and seafood. He said on the phone, “My
tongue is so numb. I don’t know the taste of salt.”
Then, after consulting to the doctor, she made his favorite foods and sent them over. She didn’t expect
to meet Mrs. Hoyle and Ophelia Meyer.
Ophelia Meyer somehow put on a big smile on Mrs. Hoyle’s face. Strangers would think that they were
mother and daughter.
She wanted to take a detour, but it was too late to avoid them. Her appearance broke the warm
atmosphere between them.
Ophelia Meyer covered it well, but the hatred in her eyes was still obvious.
How could she not hate her? In Ophelia Meyer’s eyes, Olive Steele stole her man. It was not enough,
now Olive Steele drove her away from Alan Hoyle.
There was a saying; if it was yours, others couldn’t take it away and if it was not yours, you couldn’t
force to have it.
“Miss Steele, long time no see.”
“Long time no see? It’s only been two or three months. Miss Meyer’s memory seems to be not very
good.”
Ophelia Meyer looked at her with disgust, “Do you come to see my mother? I don’t think so. I’ll take a
good care of my mother, so you don’t have to bother.”
Although her marriage and Alan Hoyle fell through, she still insisted on calling Mrs. Hoyle ‘mother’. It
was both to show her determination that she was the rightful daughter-in-law and to comfort her heart.
“I don’t think Mrs. Hoyle will be happy to see me, so I better go. I’m here to visit my boss. I’m sorry for
bumping into you, so don’t bother.” Olive Steele smiled gently and walked past them.”
Ophelia Meyer grabbed her wrist, “You can marry Alan, but you cannot marry the Hoyle. You will lose
everything sooner or later.”
“That’s not certain.” if anything, there was something called retreated to advance.
A woman like Ophelia Meyer would do anything to win Mrs. Hoyle’s favor and love, but if she was to do
the same thing, she would have to down herself to her level. She was not stupid enough to curry favor
only to win her mother-in-law’s heart.
But, she couldn’t turn a blind eye on her either. What a hassle. Although Alan Hoyle would always
protect her, but for the long run, she hoped Mrs. Hoyle and the big family would be happy with her too.
What a hassle.
Ophelia Meyer had a headache herself. She knew that she Mrs. Hoyle favored her, but Alan Hoyle
showed no sign of interest whatsoever. Alan Hoyle couldn’t wait to get a marriage certificate with Olive
Steele. He wanted to tell the whole world that they belonged to each other. Childhood friends in his
eyes had become nothing but a laughingstock.
Now, Olive Steele is the young lady of the Hoyle family and she’s flaunting it in front of her. She could
never accepted it. Even if she couldn’t win Alan Hoyle, she could still get rid of Olive Steele.
“Mom, look at her proud appearance. Now that she has Alan, she doesn’t respect you anymore.”
Mrs. Hoyle didn’t answer. She just watched her leaving like she did five years ago. She was arrogant,
but she didn’t seem domineering.
“I’m tired. Help me to back to rest. By the way, it’s going to be fifteen soon. By the time I’m discharge
from the hospital, come to Baohua Temple with me, will you?”
“Of course, Mom. I can accompany you wherever you want to go.”
It’s been a bad time. They had to go to the temple to worship Buddha for a better days.
Olive Steele had just stepped out of the elevator when she met a familiar nurse, “Miss Steele, are you
coming to visit Mr. Geve again?”
“Yes. I made him something to eat. How is he today?”
“Very good. He’s very cheerful today. His condition has been good. Doctor says that it is a miracle. He
is also very cooperative with the treatment.”
“I’m glad to hear that.”
Norton Geve was in a good mood. He was sitting leisurely in the sofa with his eyes closed listening to
the opera. Olive Steele was not good with opera, but she knew that it was a line from Kunqu Opera
Peony Pavilion, “Our marriage is as beautiful as flower. Time passes quickly when I’m with you.”
The opera was telling a story of a couple with happy marriage. They grew old together and it was very
touching.
Lory Ted greeted her when she saw her coming. She shushed her so as not to disturb Norton Geve’s
vibing. Lory Ted smiled apologetically as she took the hot meal box from her hand and put it on the
table.
“Hm! I can smell the fragrance!” Norton Geve suddenly opened his eyes and smiled.
“He has a sharp nose.”
“Olive, thank you for bringing delicious foods. You know I’m hungry.” Norton Geve stood up with a
smile. He knew it was Olive Steele coming.
Olive Steele smiled. She was a mother of a child, but she was still young. Compared to the sixty years
old Norton Geve, she was a baby. She laughed, “You have a sharp nose, don’t you?”
“I do, but I’m not very bright recently. I guess I’m too lazy. I care about food and that is all.” Norton
Geve said it as he twisted the lid. Steamed vegetables appeared before his eyes. It was very
appetizing. He was so happy that he drooled. He began tasting it, “Hm! It’s delicious!”
“You have to wash your hand first!” Lory Ted slapped his hand and scolded, “The older you are, the
more like a child you become!”
“Okay, fine, I’ll wash my hand. If I don’t wash my hand I’ll get a long preach from my wife.” Norton Geve
walked to the bathroom immediately.
Olive Steele helped put the food on the table, “I made it for two. You can eat.”
“You’re too kind, Olive.” Lory Ted smiled gratefully.
She smiled faintly, “Auntie, don’t say that. It’s a must.”
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