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Chapter 621-630

Chapter 621 

However, Agnes quickly got wind of Jared’s whereabouts. 

That night, Agnes wasn’t feeling well. She started to have fever again. 

To top it all off, Leo was bustling about in the living room all night, and there was a swarm of journalists outside. 

Agnes crashed early, figuring she’d deal with stuff the next day. 

But who would’ve thought the first thing she’d see on her phone in the morning was a major piece of celebrity news. 

The headline read “Sharon Attempts Suicide over Love, Shadowy Sugar Daddy Ditched Engagement Party to Visit Hospital.“. 

The news reported that rising actress Sharon attempted suicide at her riverside mansion last night. Her manager discovered her and rushed her to the hospital. Afterwards, Jared was spotted visiting Sharon at the hospital. Coincidentally, yesterday was supposed to be Jared’s engagement day… 

The article went into great detail about Jared and Sharon’s scandal 

Of course, this included all sorts of speculations and theories. 

Online media was all abuzz about it. 

Trending on Twitter were names like Jared, Sharon, Valeria. 

The comments were all over the place. 

“Who would’ve thought Sharon, who always seemed so innocent, was so cunning. She took advantage of Jared’s engagement day to create such a scene, successfully stirring up Jared’s engagement. She’d do just about anything to get what she wants.” 

“I actually think Sharon really loves Jared. Who would joke about their own life, wasn’t it confirmed that she had an abortion for Jared?” 

“Jared must still have feelings for her, he left Valeria and rushed to the hospital, regardless if Sharon did it on purpose, she won this battle.” 

“I’ve got some insider info, Sharon and Jared already have a son, and Jared often brings him to the company. They say the little boy looks just like Jared, so even though Sharon can’t be Jared’s wife, she gave birth to a child of the Whitfield family. She’s totally riding on a child’s coattails!” 

The online comments were colorful. Agnes glanced at a few then shut off her phone. 

She didn’t know Sharon, nor was she clear about Sharon and Jared’s relationship. 

But Agnes felt a bit sorry for her. 

Agnes, holding Nocturne, was ready to leave. 

Leo immediately stood up, saying, “You can’t leave, Mr. Whitfield said he’ll be back soon.” 

Of course, she couldn’t wait for Jared to come back. 

This time Agnes didn’t hold back. She took action. 

She had learned Taekwondo, and she often worked out while living abroad. 

Leo was taken aback by her sudden action, and was knocked to the ground by Agnes. 

Agnes picked up Nocturne and was about to leave. 

Just as she reached the door, she ran into Jared, who had just returned home. 

Agnes hadn’t expected Jared to return so soon. 

“Where are you going?” Jared’s voice was cold. 

“You just need to manage your own people, don’t worry about me.” 

Agnes thought about Jared bringing up remarriage yesterday, and suddenly felt it was so ironic. 

Jared just said, “Eat breakfast first, and we’ll talk later.” 

Agnes saw that Jared was holding a food box in his hand, which seemed to contain breakfast. 

Agnes had no appetite at all, replying, “I’m not eating, Jared, there’s nothing to explain between us. If you don’t let me go, I’ll call the police right now.” 

Jared sneered, “Then go ahead, call the police?” 

“Jared!” 

Seeing the two seemed about to start arguing, Leo quickly stepped in, “Mr. Tim just called, he asked you to return to the Whitfield Manor later, he specifically mentioned to bring Summer!” 

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Agnes asked a bit nervously, “How does Tim know about Summer?” 

Leo awkwardly replied, “Maybe he saw the news and assumed…” 

Agnes immediately understood. 

The old man must’ve thought Nocturne was Jared and Sharon’s love child. 

Agnes held Nocturne tight, asserting, “No way, I won’t let Nocturne go back to the Whitfield family. He has nothing to do with you guys!” 

Jared scoffed, “Since Tim already knows, do you really think you can keep it a secret?” 

Agnes knew she couldn’t hide it any longer, but the situation had spiraled beyond her control. 

“Agnes, you wanted to end things between us, right? If you go back with me, I’ll sure it’s over between us.” 

Agnes felt that Jared sounded particularly tired when he said that. 

Maybe Sharon had convinced him to let go, but what did Jared mean by “it’s over“? 

Finally, Agnes followed Jared to the Whitfield Manor. 

She hadn’t been here in four years, but everything seemed unchanged. 

The flowers in front of the villa were in full bloom. 

Pink petals were scattered all over the ground, making it feel like a fairy–tale world. 

Just as the car stopped, Agnes got out. 

The big golden retriever in the yard barked at her. 

Agnes turned her head and shouted, “Oscar!” 

Oscar seemed stunned. 

Then he excitedly rushed to Agnes‘ feet, rolled over, exposing his belly, and rubbed his nose against Agnes‘ pants. 

Agnes was surprised and said to Jared, “Can you believe Oscar still remembers me?” 

“Agnes, you’re the only one who’s forgotten everything.” Jared’s voice was cold. 

After saying that, he opened the car door and picked up Nocturne, who was sleeping. 

Agnes knew Jared’s words had a deeper meaning, and it felt like a sting in her heart. 

Jared took Nocturne inside, and Agnes followed. 

Seeing Jared back, the butler said respectfully, “Mr. Whitfield, you’re back. Tim’s in the study.” 

But when he turned his head, he saw Agnes. 

The usually stern butler looked surprised and exclaimed, “Ms. Pritchard.” 

He didn’t expect Jared to bring Agnes back after four years, and with a little boy. 

Looking at Summer, the butler’s eyes softened, “This must be your child. He really looks like you when he was young.” 

Jared looked gloomy, “Is Alyssa back?” 

“She’s also in the study.” 

Jared went straight upstairs with Nocturne. 

Everything in the Whitfield family remained the same, even the nanny from four years ago was still there. 

Seeing Agnes, they were all shocked as if they’d seen a ghost. 

Agnes felt nervous. 

But what had to be faced, still had to be faced. 

Jared didn’t go to the study first, but took Agnes to a bedroom, the one they used to live in four years ago. 

After settling Nocturne, Jared went to the study, and Agnes followed. 

The study door was tightly closed. 

Jared knocked twice, and the door was quickly opened. 

Alyssa appeared at the door, asking, “You’re finally back, what on earth did you and Sharon…” 

Alyssa stopped mid–sentence as she saw Agnes behind Jared. 

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Alyssa was clearly taken aback. 

Her eyes were wide in shock when she saw Agnes. 

Agnes was pretty used to getting that look. 

So, in comparison, Agnes was as cool as a cucumber. 

She knew what she was in for before she got here. 

For Agnes, this was a mental wrestling match. 

But they were nothing in comparison to the possibility of losing Nocturne. 

Alyssa seemed to have an inkling of what was going on. 

She didn’t say a word, just cracked open the door to the study. 

“Come on in, Alyssa’s voice had settled down. 

Jared made his way in and Agnes followed suit. 

Tim was busy penning something behind his desk. 

There was a stack of papers on his desk, each one was marked with the word “calm.” 

Looks like Tim was royally ticked off, and he needed to do this to keep his cool. 

After Jared made his entrance, Alyssa went over to him, “Jared’s back.” 

Tim didn’t even glance up, just kept on writing. 

The room was dead silent. 

Everyone seemed to be waiting patiently for Tim to finish his calligraphy. 

Only when he was done did Tim put down his brush and lift his head. 

When he did, he saw Agnes. 

But Tim had experienced lots in his life, so his face didn’t change when he saw Agnes. 

He didn’t even bat an eyelid. 

He calmly asked, “What’s all this about?” 

Jared piped up, “I came back today to make an announcement.” 

Jared paused for a beat. 

Tim and Alyssa turned their attention to him. 

Jared said in a steady voice, “I’ve called off the wedding with Valeria.” 

Jared dropped this bombshell as soon as he got back. 

Before Tim could say anything, Alyssa chimed in, “Marriage isn’t child’s play, you can’t just call it off. So many people saw you vanish from the venue yesterday, what do you take Valeria for? Someone you can just play like a toy? 

Jared responded, “I’ve made it clear to Valeria and she’s agreed to call off the engagement.” 

Alyssa said, “Jared, you can’t do this. You can’t treat Valeria any way you want just because she loves you. I don’t agree to cancel the wedding.” 

“I’ve made up my mind.” Jared’s voice was steadfast. 

Everyone in the family knew Jared’s character. Once he decided on something, he wouldn’t budge. 

His words were for notification, not negotiation. 

This was the first time Alyssa had ever gone up against Jared. 

Tim glanced at Agnes, “So tell me, are you calling off the wedding because of Agnes, or was it because of Sharon’s suicide attempt last night?” 

Tim’s voice was ice cold. 

Agnes still remembered him as the kind and gentle figure from four years ago, 

But the man before her now was nothing like the old Tim from four years ago. 

He commanded respect, his aura was powerful, he had a natural–born leader’s charisma that made people hesitant to approach. 

Agnes had almost forgotten about that. 

Not only was Tim a legend in the business world, but he was also a general who had experienced war and held extensive experience. 

Jared calmly said, “Because I want to remarry Agnes. 

The room went dead silent again, as if time had stopped and the air itself had frozen. 

Agnes was immediately taken aback, 

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Jared had mentioned getting back together last night, but Agnes had made it clear that she disagreed. 

However, she hadn’t expected that Jared would announce it to Tim and Alyssa as soon as he got back. 

Jared said he hoped they could go home together and call it quits. 

Was this what Jared meant by calling it quits? 

Agnes blurted out almost reflexively, ‘Jared, have you lost your marbles? When did I ever agree to getting back together with you?” 

Jared turned around and snapped, “Shut up, I never asked for your opinion.” 

Agnes could feel that Jared was really fed up with her. 

That repressed hatred and anger seemed like they could explode at any moment. 

Jared said he didn’t need her opinion and felt that this was the only way forward. 

Because of Summer, canceling the wedding and getting back together with Agnes were his reluctant choices. 

Agnes fired back, “Jared, you can’t be so autocratic and overbearing. Getting back together is a two–person decision. If I don’t agree, you’d better drop the idea now.” 

“Agnes, Summer is already a big boy, what do you want to do?” Jared roared uncontrollably. 

Whenever Summer was mentioned, Jared would lose it. 

The missing four years, filled with regrets and pain always made him lose control. 

Tim and Alyssa were dumbstruck, “Is the little boy on the news your child?” 

Alyssa couldn’t believe it, but that dreadful sense of fate suddenly swept over her, like a pair of hands choking her. 

Why would it be Agnes‘ child? Even if it were Sharon’s child, it would be better than this. 

Their grudges and entanglements spanning twenty years. 

Alyssa originally thought that with Jared and Agnes‘ divorce, everything was over. 

But how come they have a child? 

Were the grudges of twenty years to continue? 

Tim looked really upset, “Spit it out, what’s going on?” 

Jared turned around and seemed much calmer, “Yes, Summer is mine and Agnes‘ child. Agnes was already pregnant before she left. Summer is now four years old and is in my room.” 

Upon hearing this, Tim staggered back a step. 

He finally grabbed a chair and sat down. 

Tim muttered, “This is a sin.” 

Upon hearing this, Agnes was really upset. 

How could Nocturne, an angel, become a sin here? 

Moreover, she never intended for Nocturne to have any connection with the Whitfield family. 

Agnes didn’t hold back, “You guys don’t have to worry, Summer is my son and has nothing to do with the Whitfield family. As long as you guys persuade Jared to leave us alone, I promise to disappear just like before.” 

Tim coldly replied, “If you really want to disappear, why did you suddenly show up at Jared’s engagement party and use Summer as a tool to make him cancel the wedding and leave? It’s easy to guess your thought.” 

Agnes felt misunderstood. 

But she still retorted, “Then what do you think I’m after, Tim? Besides, everyone knows that Jared left because of Sharon’s suicide and didn’t show up at the wedding. I certainly won’t take responsibility for Jared’s love life.” 

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Agnes suddenly switched the topic, that reminded Tim. 

He turned to Jared and asked, “Why haven’t you dumped Sharon yet? Need me to step in?” 

Something flickered in Jared’s eyes, 

He responded, “Don’t involve her, I can handle this.” 

Tim snorted, “Can you? You’ve been saying that for three years. I think you’re bewitched by her. Don’t think I don’t know about Sharon’s past. She used to work in a nightclub, she’s not clean. I’m surprised you’d let her near you. You might not care about your reputation, but we, the Whitfield family, do.” 

Agnes found the whole thing amusing. 

Tim’s reputation was always paramount. 

Twenty years ago, Alyssa had done some unsavory things, but the Whitfield family had managed to cover it up. 

Jared wasn’t backing down, “Stay out of it when it comes to Sharon. You know how I can get.” 

Tim just laughed at Jared’s warning, “Last time you talked back to me like this, it was over Agnes. Why do you always make mistakes over women?” 

Agnes felt a pang when she heard Jared say “Sharon“. 

She knew she was jealous. 

She had mentioned divorce to Jared as a reminder to him and more so to herself. 

They were divorced. She had no right to interfere in Jared’s life. 

Over the past four years, Jared had had many lovers. That was his right, not her business. 

But when she first found out about Sharon, Agnes had been indifferent. 

Like most people, she assumed Sharon was just a tool for Jared to kill time. 

At least, Sharon couldn’t be more important to Jared than Valeria. 

But now Agnes understood, Sharon held an irreplaceable place in Jared’s heart because he was willing to risk alienating his family for her. 

“I know what I’m doing, so stay out of it!” Jared’s voice was firm. 

Tim was already pissed, “You know what you’re doing? I don’t think you do. Sharon even tried to kill herself on your engagement day. Do you really think she’s not manipulative? And this one,” he pointed at Agnes, “she was ruthless, ruining Alyssa’s reputation. She hates the Whitfield family so much, why would she have your child? Now she’s back, what’s her game? I won’t acknowledge her son as a Whitfield. Don’t even think about discussing reconciliation.” 

Tim was resolute. 

Although Agnes was a bit disappointed to hear Tim deny Summer, she was also relieved. 

It was best this way, with Tim standing in the way. 

At least Jared couldn’t do whatever he wanted. 

Agnes didn’t have to worry about Jared trying to get custody of Summer. 

The Whitfield family had no intention of accepting Summer. 

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Alyssa seemed uncertain, “You can’t just say that. Now that Summer’s here, we need to think things through.” 

Tim turned to her, “Don’t be so weak.” 

Alyssa was like a child in front of Tim. 

She lowered her head and murmured, “I’ll go check on Summer.” 

With that, Alyssa left the study. 

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Alyssa walked to Jared’s bedroom, and the door was wide open. 

A few young nannies were peeping inside. 

Alyssa strolled over and asked, “What are you guys up to?” 

One of the nannies replied, “That’s Mr. Whitfield’s kid right there. He’s a beautiful kid, I’ve never seen a kid that handsome.” 

Others chimed in with agreement. 

However, another nanny voiced her confusion, “But he sleeps so deeply. The butler just went in to bring him some fruit and he didn’t wake up.” 

“He’s been snoozing ever since he got back. Is he sick or something?” 

Alyssa retorted, “Quit your yapping here and get back to your work.” 

The nannies dispersed from the doorway, only then did Alyssa walk in. 

There was indeed a child lying on the bed. 

Alyssa took one look and felt a lump in her throat. 

She walked closer, step by step, like entering a tunnel of memories. 

Standing by Summer’s side, Alyssa felt like she was standing next to a four or five–year–old Jared. 

Summer looked so much like Jared did at that age, it was almost uncanny. 

Jared was her child, but he had only ever been able to call her ‘sister‘. 

Tim was tough on Jared, so Jared grew up acting like a mature man. 

Then everything went haywire, a rift grew between Jared and her. 

Jared couldn’t see himself as Alyssa’s brother, but he also couldn’t call Alyssa mom‘. 

Every time she saw Jared’s evasive eyes, Alyssa’s heart ached. 

Often, Alyssa missed the days when Jared was still a kid. 

Back then, when he messed up and got scolded, he’d take refuge in her arms. 

That time was probably the happiest Alyssa had ever been. 

But time at Century Entertainment couldn’t flow backward. 

Now, Alyssa was looking at Summer, it was like looking at a young Jared. 

She couldn’t hold back her tears. 

Alyssa walked to the bed and gently sat down. 

Summer was deep in sleep, frowning, just like Jared. 

Jared also frowned in his sleep, as if he always had worries beyond his age. 

It was always heart–wrenching. 

Summer had incredibly fine features, like a perfect work of art carved by God. 

He had a prominent nose, a bit like Agnes. 

His skin was smooth, even a little girl might not be this beautiful. 

Speaking of which, he didn’t look much like Agnes. 

But in his expressions, you could see a bit of Agnes. 

One glance, and you knew, this had to be Agnes and Jared’s child. 

Alyssa couldn’t resist reaching out and touching the sleeping child’s hair. 

Summer was truly a blend of Agnes and Jared’s best traits. 

His hair was soft, like a ball of soft wool. 

This was a bit different from Jared. 

Jared had very rough hair as a child, always cut short, and felt like a hedgehog’s spikes when touched. 

But Summer was different. He seemed to radiate a sort of warmth that was captivating. 

Alyssa’s heart was filled with a feeling that was both joyous and bittersweet. 

Just then, Summer on the bed stirred, and slowly opened his eyes… 

“Are you awake already?” Alyssa asked in surprise. 

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Then, she turned her head and wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes. 

Nocturne slowly sat up and rubbed his eyes. “Where am I? Who are you?” 

Despite his cool demeanor, Nocturne was prone to bouts of sleepiness. When he was in Manhattan, Agnes would always take him around. 

So, he was used to waking up and falling asleep in different places. 

“My name’s Alyssa, and this is my house,” Alyssa was at a loss on how to explain her relationship with Summer. 

Nocturne’s voice was polite, “Hello, why am I here?” 

Alyssa took Nocturne’s hand, “You fell asleep. Your mom and dad are in the next room. They’ll be here in a bit.” 

Nocturne looked surprised, “Dad?” 

Alyssa, sensing Summer’s confusion, asked, “Didn’t Agnes ever tell you who your dad is?” 

“I don’t have a dad, Nocturne said calmly. 

“How could you not have a dad? Your dad is Jared, he’s just next door.” 

“Mr. Whitfield?” Nocturne looked puzzled. 

Alyssa was at a loss for words. 

She could see that Summer had met Jared, but he didn’t know Jared was his father. 

Alyssa sighed, “Agnes and Jared will explain it to you later, let’s hang out for a bit and then we’ll have lunch.” 

Nocturne obeyed, “Alright.” 

Alyssa was surprised by Summer’s calmness. 

He was only slightly surprised when he found out who his father was, and now he seemed quite calm. 

He didn’t seem surprised or curious at all. 

He sat quietly, not at all like a four–year–old kid. 

“Summer,” a deep voice suddenly came from the doorway. 

Alyssa and Nocturne both looked up. 

Alyssa was surprised and stood up unconsciously. 

Standing at the door was Ryder. 

Why was Ryder back all of a sudden? And who was he calling just now? 

Could it be this little boy? 

Sure enough, when Nocturne looked up and saw Ryder, he smiled, “Ryder.” 

Ryder walked in and Nocturne greeted him, “What are you doing here? Are you looking for my mom?” 

“Where’s your mom?” 

“In the next room.” 

Alyssa was taken aback and was at a loss for words. 

What was going on? 

Why were they so familiar with each other? 

And Alyssa could tell that their familiarity was not something that had developed over a day or two. 

It was the kind of affectionate feeling that comes from knowing someone for a long time. 

From their conversation, Alyssa could also sense that. 

Ryder and Agnes seemed to have met a long time ago too. 

Hadn’t Agnes just returned after disappearing for four years? 

What was going on? 

Alyssa suddenly felt heavy–hearted. 

A terrifying thought suddenly came to her mind. 

Ryder had turned his head and said, “I’m back.” 

Alyssa stood up and asked, “How do you know this kid?” 

Ryder glanced at Nocturne and answered, “He’s my patient. I’ve been treating him for almost three years.” Alyssa was taken aback. 

Over the years, Ryder had joined the top international team in neurological research, the Novy Medical Team. 

She knew he had been researching sleep disorders, but she had no idea it was for this kid. 

Alyssa’s eyes widened in disbelief as she looked at Nocturne. 

Ryder said, “Yes, his name is Nocturne, he has a congenital sleep disorder.” 

Alyssa was gobsmacked. 

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She couldn’t believe that such a little kid could be suffering from such a rare disease. 

No wonder Nocturne seemed always asleep, even when they got him out of the car earlier. As if he could never really wake up. 

But what Alyssa found even more unbelievable was that Ryder had been treating him for three years… 

Alyssa asked, “Do you know whose child he is?” 

I’m crystal clear about that, Ryder replied calmly. 

Alyssa stepped back, leaning on a nearby wardrobe, “How could you keep this a secret for so long, especially when you knew about his connection with Jared?” 

Ryder said, “Mom, what happened, happened. Jared and Agnes are divorced now, and they have nothing to do with each other.” 

Alyssa smirked, “Nothing to do with each other? And Jared is talking about remarrying with Agnes with your grandpa?” 

“Remarry?” Hearing this, Ryder’s face change in an instant. 

Then he turned around and left the room. 

Seeing Ryder’s reaction, Alyssa felt like she had been plunged into an ice cellar. 

What the heck? Why is this happening? 

Things were way more serious than she had anticipated. 

Why was Ryder involved again? 

And he knew all along that Nocturne was Agnes and Jared’s child, but he kept it under wraps for three years. 

No one knew Ryder’s thoughts better than Alyssa. 

Over the years, he must have been in touch with Agnes. 

Didn’t Agnes hate the Whitfield family? 

She had no idea what their relationship was now. 

If Jared found out about all this, he would absolutely flip out…. 

She thought she had avoided all the problems, that all the disputes had passed with time. 

But little did she know, the problems had started to emerge a few years ago. 

Now it has spiraled out of control. 

Turns out, nothing was over, everything was just beginning 

After leaving the bedroom, Ryder went straight to his study. 

He had just returned from an international conference. 

Because of this conference, he didn’t even attend Jared’s engagement party. 

But, Christmas was in a couple of days. 

And Christmas was Summer’s birthday, so he had rushed back home for that. 

Little did he know that he would return to a storm of news. 

He only then found out about all the things that had happened. 

Jared leaving his own engagement party halfway, never to return. 

Sharon trying to kill herself over Jared, Jared rushing to her bedside. 

More importantly, Jared suddenly having a son, with photographic evidence. 

The child in the photo was Nocturne. Ryder knew then that the secret was exposed. 

He rushed back home, only to find Nocturne in the Whitfield family’s house. 

In the study. 

Tim, Jared, Agnes, all three were at loggerheads over the remarriage. 

Agnes disagreed with the remarriage, Tim was against it, but Jared was adamant. 

The atmosphere was tense, to say the least. 

Agnes thought Jared was doing it for Nocturne, and Tim thought it was all Agnes‘ scheme. 

As for Jared himself, only he knew he was doing it out of selfishness. 

Ryder barged into the room without knocking. 

All three of them turned to look at him. 

Seeing Ryder stride in, they were all visibly surprised. 

But Ryder marched straight to Agnes, took her hand, and said to his grandpa, “I hope you’ll agree to my marriage with Agnes.” 

Ryder’s words made the room fall into an eerie silence in an instant. 

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Just now, the air seemed to be filled with sparks, but now it’s cold as ice. 

Alyssa, feeling uneasy, decided to step out of the room. 

She was just at the door when she overheard Ryder’s words. 

It nearly scared the bejesus out of her. 

The others in the room were just as taken aback, even Agnes was too stunned to react. 

They all stared at Ryder’s rigid profile. 

Only Jared, radiating cold energy, said, “Ryder, have you lost your freaking mind?” 

Ryder turned around, looking calm, “The one who’s lost it should be you. You ditched your own engagement, now you’re forcing Agnes to marry you. Let me make things clear, Agnes is not your wife, nor your puppet. You don’t have the right to force her into anything she doesn’t want.” 

Jared stepped up to Ryder, “And what gives you the right to lecture me? Even if we’re divorced, she’s still mine.” 

“You’re not the law, it’s not all about what you say.” 

Jared snorted, “Our business is none of your concern, at least I am Nocturne’s father.” 

“My understanding of what a father is might be different from yours, and who Nocturne wants as his father is still up in the air.” 

The two kept going back and forth, neither backing down. 

Jared finally chuckled, “So, you’ve known all along that Summer is my son.” 

“I’ve known Agnes for three years abroad, naturally, I’d know.” 

Jared’s fingers clenched into a tight fist. 

Ryder, still calm, asked, “What, you wanna take another swing at me?” 

Jared, expressionless and cold, answered, “No, I won’t hit you, but don’t expect me to be nice towards you from now on.“‘ 

“Feeling is mutual.” 

Jared and Ryder each held one of Agnes‘ hands, neither letting go. 

Agnes‘ hands were being squeezed so hard it hurt. 

Tim watched as Jared and Ryder turned into arch–enemies over Agnes, and he was so pissed he felt like he was about to have a heart attack. 

Finally, he slammed his cane on the floor, “Are you guys trying to piss me to death?” 

He never expected Ryder to have something to do with Agnes. 

He just got back and now talks about getting married. 

From their conversation, Tim was able to piece together the puzzle. 

Ryder and Agnes met abroad years ago and their relationship was solid. 

Ryder turned around, “Agnes and I were engaged abroad. She’s my girlfriend now, and she has nothing to do with Jared.” 

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Tim was so mad he could barely breathe, pointing at Ryder, “Have you really lost it? She was engaged to you, but had Jared’s child, and you still want to marry her. What in the world is going on?” 

Ryder calmly replied, “I’ll be honest, I had feelings for Agnes four years ago, and I think you all knew. But I gave up because of Jared. Now they’re divorced, there’s nothing wrong with us being together. As for Nocturne, I’ve always treated him like my own.” 

“But she’s your uncle’s wife!” Tim was so furious he threw a trinket from the table. 

The trinket hit Ryder’s chest, making a dull sound, then fell to the floor and shattered. 

Ryder coughed a little, but his voice remained calm, “Grandpa, your anger is clouding your judgment. Agnes and Jared are divorced, and they have nothing to do with each other anymore.” 

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Tim was seriously pissed off. 

Jared and Ryder, his two pride and joy. 

Jared, the level–headed and wise one, was a whiz in the business world. 

Though Ryder didn’t have Jared’s exceptional talent, he was always bright and hardworking, becoming a top–notch neurology specialist at a young age. 

Both Jared and Ryder were elites in their respective fields. 

Why couldn’t they manage their love lives? All because of Agnes. 

Truth be told, Jared and Ryder were tight since they were kids. 

Jared always looked after Ryder, and Ryder saw Jared as his role model. 

They liked similar things since they were kids. 

But if Ryder liked something, even if it was something Jared cherished, he would give it to him without batting an eyelash. 

However, they had the same taste in women. 

Tim found this ironic. They were indeed brothers. 

After the truths being revealed, the atmosphere in the Whitfield family changed. 

Jared and Ryder were no longer close as before. 

All along, Tim felt that whether Ryder called Jared uncle or big brother didn’t matter. 

As long as they supported each other and kept the peace, he would be satisfied. 

But Tim neyer expected that they would become enemies over Agnes. 

Tim clutched his chest, spitting fire, “Even if she’s no longer your uncle’s wife, you two can’t be together. Engagement? Who gave you the permission?” 

Tim fmally took aim at Agnes, “You’ve got a wicked mind. Are you out for revenge against the Whitfields? You want to see them at each other’s throats? Is this your game? You’re trying to tear our family apart. You’re cold–hearted!” 

Seeing how pissed off Tim was, Agnes felt a lump in her throat. 

But she could understand how Tim was feeling at the moment. 

Half of Tim’s life was spent on the battlefield, the other half in the business world. 

He had seen all kinds of hypocrisy and deception. 

Many things were just a coincidence, like Jared finding Nocturne, and Ryder showing up now. 

These were all things Agnes hadn’t predicted. 

But people would definitely think she had ulterior motives. 

It made sense Tim thought she was doing it on purpose. 

But let the misunderstanding be. 

Agnes didn’t want to explain, she even felt it was better if Tim thought that way. 

Agnes yanked her hands free from Jared and Ryder. 

Then she said to Tim, “Since you think I’m so manipulative, don’t even think about getting your hands on Nocturne, or I don’t know what crazy things I’ll do.” 

Turning to Jared, Agnes sneered, “Jared, if I really marry Ryder, should I call you uncle or big brother?” 

Jared’s face was as dark, his gaze was as sharp as a dagger, as if he was ready to kill. 

This also pissed Tim off big time. 

He pointed at Agnes, his finger trembling, “Don’t even dream about marrying into the Whitfields.” 

Alyssa hurried over to hold Tim steady and help him take his medicine. 

Then she looked up at the people in front of her, her voice icy, “Tim just had heart surgery. Do you really want to piss him off? Everyone out. We’ll sort out this mess later.” 

Tim was panting heavily with his eyes half–closed. 

Clearly, he was royally pissed. 

Agnes felt bad, because this wasn’t what she wanted. 

But what she had to do was to make Alyssa and Tim utterly sick of her. 

This way, her chances of escaping would be a bit higher. 

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