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Time flew by, and after half a month, the director finally decided on all the key actors for the production. It was time to inform everyone to meet at the set for the kickoff ceremony. Little did Stacey expect that she would see Theodore at the

ceremony.

To be precise, Theodore wasn’t part of the crew. Just like a fan, he stood outside holding a bouquet of flowers, waiting for the ceremony to end so he could talk to her.

The Carter family had assigned for bodyguards to protect Stacey. When the guards saw Theodore approaching, they became alert and immediately stopped him.

Stacey didn’t look back. She simply got into the car and left.

Theodore was anxious, but with so many paparazzi around, he hesitated to follow. Yet, as Rebecca’s car drove off into the distance, Theodore couldn’t bear the frustration any longer. He had come to visit her many times already, but he didn’t expect Rebecca to keep ignoring him.

Wearing a cold expression, Theodore finally tossed the flowers into the trash and walked away.

However, after a few steps, he froze. After a moment’s pause, he turned around, approached the bin, carefully retrieved the flowers, and took out a small gift box hidden inside.

He opened the box, anda tiny ring was revealed. Today, he planned to propose to Rebecca again. But it seemed like she didn’t want it.

Theodore held the ring, inspecting the carefully engraved name on it. The name was meticulously engraved stroke by stroke by him after he learned from a designer. It was originally a surprise.

He gently traced the name on the ring–Rebecca.

Suddenly, rain poured down from the sky. In a luxurious car nearby, Theodore’s brother, Gifford, cynically observed Theodore outside. And the person sitting beside Gifford was Jenny.

Gifford turned to look at Jenny and then said, “Ms. Smith, you also saw it. My big brother isn’t exactly a good guy. Why don’t you be with me…”

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Jenny didn’t wait for Gifford to finish his words. She turned, opened the car door, and walked out with an umbrella.

Gifford’s remaining words got stuck in his throat, unable to come out. He just. watched as Jenny, holding the umbrella, walked towards Theodore in the pouring

rain.

Under the curtain of rain, Theodore carefully placed the ring back into the gift. box, closed it, and stood up. Unexpectedly, as he turned around to leave, he found himself covered by an umbrella held by Jenny.

Theodore’s hand holding the gift box slightly stiffened. He looked around, quickly spotting the luxurious car nearby, with Gifford sitting inside.

As the gazes of Theodore and Gifford met, the atmosphere became tense. Neither of them was easy to mess with.

“Theodore, you’re getting wet. Let’s head back to the hotel first. You need to change into dry clothes,” Jenny spoke gently.

Theodore withdrew his gaze. He looked at Jenny, hesitated for a moment and then nodded. “Thank you.”

Jenny held the umbrella for Theodore. She wasn’t very tall, much shorter than Theodore, making it a bit difficult for her to hold the umbrella.

Theodore gently took the umbrella from her hand, holding it for both of them.

Then they left together.

In the luxurious car not far away, Gifford’s face darkened for a moment, but it quickly passed. Gifford took out his phone, snapped a picture of the two of them leaving side by side, and then rolled up the car window. With a few taps, he swiftly sent out those photos.

At the same time, Stacey received several messages.

It was from an unknown contact on Whatsapp, without a name attached. Stacey couldn’t remember who this person was or when they became friends. But now, this person messaged her. She checked the messages to find a photo of Theodore and Jenny leaving together with an umbrella near the garbage can at the shooting

base.

Stacey felt a bit disgusted after just one look. She closed her phone, not wanting to

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see any of that messy stuff again.

Back home, Lillian and Kevin ran over. “Mommy, mommy,” the two little ones called out in their sweet voices.

In less than a minute, Stacey’s knees were greeted by two fluffy cuties.

They were truly fluffy as they were dressed up in adorable tender yellow plush duck outfits, super soft to the touch.

Her babies really grew up fast. Now, the two little ones were walking more smoothly, even sounding more natural when they called her “Mommy“.

Stacey squatted down to kiss each of the babies, saying, “Mommy loves you.”

“Love you, Mommy,” Lillian said while pouting her lips to place a kiss on Stacey’s cheek.

“I… Mlove you, too, Mommy!” Kevin got anxious, quickly adding. He held Stacey’s face, giving her a little peck.

Debra smiled and asked, “How was the opening ceremony? Was it smooth?”

Stacey didn’t want to bring up Theodore’s matters and nodded with a smile. “Yes, everything went smoothly.”

“Becky, I want to throw a party to formally introduce you to everyone and let them know you’re back,” Debra looked at Stacey, saying earnestly.

Thinking back to the rent hot topic, Stacey chuckled. “Isn’t everyone already in the loop?”

“It’s different,” Debra said.

Stacey smiled and nodded. “Alright, I’ll follow your plan.”

Debra smiled at Stacey, contemplating, ‘What outfit should I prepare for Becky when she formally makes an appearance? She must be dazzling at the party.

The party planning was mostly on Debra’s plate. Stacey’s next task was to film The Empress. The production had officially kicked off, keeping her busy with numerous scenes every day.

However, while she was busy, Theodore seemed as if he was pumped up, coming

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back to the set every day to bring her flowers and food, talking less but remaining persistent in his gestures.

Whether it was flowers or snacks, Stacey didn’t even spare them a glance. Every day on set, she came to work seriously.

Debra would occasionally bring Lillian and Kevin to the set. The two little ones. were enthralled by watching Stacey act, and they were so adorable that all the staff liked them.

Days passed by, and before they knew it, the day of the Carter family’s party arrived.

The Carter family had sent out many invitations, but neither the Mitchell family nor the Edwards family were on the guest list. This made both families quite upset.

Ever since Rebecca’s true identity was exposed online, both families had been showered with congratulations, well–wishes, and even envy from everyone.

Among those who knew that Becky was Rebecca, the Mitchell family’s adopted daughter, many believed that the Mitchell family was now destined for great success alongside the Carter family. Some even tried to cozy up to the Mitchell family by sending gifts, hoping to leverage their connection to the Carter family.

Suddenly, even those who had no plans to deal with the Mitchell family showed interest in doing business with them due to their “relationship” with the Carter family. They signed project contracts with the Mitchell family, hoping for introductions and connections to the Carter family.

During this period, the Mitchell family inadvertently gained numerous benefits due to these vague and unclear connections.

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