At the same time, Daphneâs report caused a huge uproar online.
Although Steve was not as popular as current superstars, he was not someone nameless. Even some of his paintings were so famous that have gone out of the industry and were widely spread online.
Many painters even regard Steve as their teacher. They respected him and envy the love story between him and his wife at the same time.
They could never imagine that he was such an inveracious person.
As the discussion increased, more and more people began to discuss about the incident.
In addition to the case of Steve itself, many people have begun to discuss domestic violence. Just like what Daphne said in the news and what the defense lawyer said in the trial, women should choose to stand out when they encounter such tragedy instead of compromising.
Domestic violence shouldnât just be warned or fined simply. If this worked, Steveâs wife wouldnât choose to suicide, and there wouldnât be thousands of news stories like this throughout the year.
When Steve was taken away by the police for re-investigation, he took a deep look at Donald, âMr. Shawn, you promised to help me.â
When Donald met his gaze, his expression was extremely cold, âDidnât I help you win this lawsuit? The accusation of intentional homicide is not convicted. Itâs what youâve done that lead you here, and thereâs nothing I can do.â
Steve still wanted to say something, but he was taken away by force.
Donald turned around, happen to see Daphne running towards him.
He put one hand in his trouser pocket, âI read the report. Good job, my girl. What do you think we should eat later?â
Daphne stood up in front of him, gasping for breath, âI am sorry, I canât eat with you. The leader of our newspaper told me to go back. They are saying there will be a celebration party, and then the whole department would go together.â
Donald was silent.
He tentatively said, âCanât you decline it?â
Daphne shook her head, seemed also a little regretful, âI am sorry, but I canât reject it.â
She was already prepared to invite Mr. Shawn to dinner when the case was done.
She didnât expect that the leader would set up such celebration party.
Donald sighed silently but still didnât embarrass her, âOkay. Whereâs the party? Iâll take you there.â
Daphne waved her hand, âI wonât bother you. Iâll just take the subway...â
Before she could finish her word, Donald took her hand and said as he walked, âYour boyfriend is here, and how could he let you take the subway?â
Hearing this, Daphne was stunned for two seconds, lowered her head, and a bright smile gradually shined on her face.
In the past few days, they were all busy with their work, and they couldnât even have meal together.
So, as for the fact that Mr. Shawn had become her boyfriend, she would still be amazed by this. She sometime even felt that itâs not real, like a dream.
After getting in the car, Donald asked her for the address and turned on the navigation, âWhen will the party end at night? Iâll pick you up.â
âIt may be a little late... or you should go to bed first.â
Donald looked at her, âHowever late it will be, just call me when itâs over. By the way, such a lady staying alone outside could be risky, donât drink that much alcohols.â
Daphne held the seat belt in both hands and nodded slowly, âI wonât.â
After arriving at the party, Daphne said, âMr. Shawn, then Iâll go in. Bye.â
Donald raised his eyebrows, âSee you tonight.â
His voice was low and magnetic. These three words brought her an inexplicable and irresistible magical feeling.
Daphne blushed slightly, got out of the car, waved at him, turned around and ran into the restaurant.
As soon as she entered the private room, the sound of the gun salute exploded, and the colorful ribbons instantly fell from the rooftop.
A group of colleagues said, âCongratulations Daphne!â
The leader of the newspaper came over with the trophy and patted Daphne on the shoulder encouragingly, âGood job. Gaining two big news in one day. And both news was sensationally to the public. I am right about your potential.â
Daphne took the trophy and smiled, âThank you, boss, for your recognition. I am just doing my job.â
Colleagues all coaxed, âCome on, letâs toast to Daphne! We should thank her for bringing glory to our newspaper!â
Daphne didnât want to drink that much, but she couldnât hold back their enthusiasm... She could only drink the alcohol cup by cup.
After dinner, someone suggested to go to the Karaoke.
Daphne was a little drunk. She waved her hand and said, âYou guys continue and have fun... I have to go home...â
âDaphne, we can go party tonight because of your news. If you go home, the party has to end.â
âYeah, come on. Letâs go together. Whatâs the point if wo go to Karaoke without you?â
As her brain became more and more dizzy, Daphne refused more firmly, âMy boyfriend is still waiting for me at home. Please enjoy yourselves. Bills on me.â
As soon as these words came out, everyone looked at each other in dismay.
When did she have a boyfriend?
As they all know, Daphne is a workaholic. She was either interviewing or writing reports every day. How could she have time to socialize and even get a boyfriend?
Just when they were thinking that Daphne was just finding a reason to prevaricate, there was a knock on the door outside the room.
A man stood there, tall and slender, âExcuse me... Have you finished eating?â
When some female colleagues saw him, they couldnât help staring into him, thinking that he was probably a guest want to have the room. They quickly said, âWeâve done here. We will leave now...â
Just when someone was going to hold Daphne up, the man strode over, bent over, picked up Daphne who was a little drunk, and nodded to them, âSince you guys are done eating, Iâll take my girlfriend first. Excuse me.â
The group of people were instantly dumbfounded. This was Daphneâs boyfriend? So handsome?
In their surprised expression, Donald held Daphne out without looking back.
Mr. Conrad Proposes to His Ex-wife Again ï¤Chapter 960: Yes, Darling An Eight-year-old Princess ï¤Chapter 1410 Go And Return Quickly Critic Back at home, Donald put her on the sofa, went to prepare some honey water for her. Then he squatted in front of her, and stroked her face lightly, âDaphne, drink this.â
Daphne seemed to come back to her consciousness a little. She looked at him with eyes half-opened, âMr. Shawn...â
With a sense of guilty while she was saying, âIâm sorry. I promised you not to drink too much, but...â
âItâs okay.â
Donald has participated in such parties many times, and he certainly knew that the client will inevitably be drunk. Thatâs why he would go in ahead of time to find her.
Daphne took the honey water from Donald and drank it with big gulps. Soon she had finished the whole bottle of water.
Donald retracted the cup, set it aside, leaned over to hug her, prepared to take her back to her room for sleep.
Daphneâs eyes were open, looking at him up closely, feeling that her breath was getting much slower and hotter.
She suddenly uttered, âMr. Shawn.â
Donald thought she was uncomfortable, stopped the movement of his hand, turned around to look at her, âHuh?â
Daphne asked, âAre you my boyfriend?â
âItâs not a dream.â
Daphne heard this answer with a smile on her face, wrapped her arms around his neck, raised her head and kissed him on the lips.
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