Vivian slightly paused, then showed a gentle smile, "I almost forgot, thanks for reminding me."
Caden Hawthorne looked at her indulgently, setting her glass aside, then picking up his own and saying, "Vivian can’t drink, I’ll drink for her. Thank you all for supporting and encouraging Vivian."
After speaking, he tilted his head back and drank the wine in one gulp.
Everyone looked at their interaction and smiled with satisfaction. Riley Hawthorne laughed, "Brother, you treat sister-in-law really well."
Caden raised an eyebrow and said, "Of course, my wife is my treasure."
Hearing this, Vivian blushed with embarrassment, and her heart felt a sweet warmth.
Everyone, hearing this, responded with exaggerated expressions and laughed.
"Sister-in-law is shy!" Zachary Sutton teased.
Riley joked, "Brother, you’re not pretending anymore. Remember when you said you’d be a monk for life and didn’t plan on getting married?"
Upon hearing this, Caden was about to speak when Grandpa Hawthorne immediately interjected, "Yes, I can vouch for that. This boy surely got smitten with Vivian, breaking his vow. When I sent him to bring Vivian back, he pretended to be unwilling, but inside he was delighted! Now look, everything has turned around."
Caden laughed helplessly and looked at Vivian, saying, "That’s because meeting Vivian changed my mind."
Vivian’s eyes were filled with emotion, as she gently held Caden’s hand. "Caden, meeting you has been my good fortune too."
Everyone looked at their loving demeanor, feeling happiness for them.
Grandpa Hawthorne smiled broadly, "Seeing you so happy puts my mind at ease. May you continue to stay this happy in the future."
Caden and Vivian exchanged glances, feeling determined, "Don’t worry, Grandpa. We definitely will."
Riley laughed, "Brother, sister-in-law, stop being so lovey-dovey, we’re overwhelmed by sweetness."
Zachary nodded in agreement, "Yes, the sweetness is almost making everyone envious."
Vivian chuckled softly, "If you two are envious, hurry and find someone to fall in love with."
At these words, a trace of longing flickered in Riley’s eyes, and she subconsciously glanced at Zachary beside her.
Zachary awkwardly scratched the back of his head, "Sister-in-law, don’t tease me."
Everyone laughed again, and the atmosphere in the restaurant became warmer. Riley blushed, sneaking glances at Zachary, her heart stirring with unusual feelings. Zachary, feeling her gaze, also became a bit uncomfortable.
Caden and Vivian noticed their interaction, exchanged a smile.
Caden smiled faintly, saying, "It seems our Riley has someone she likes."
Riley quickly denied, "Brother, don’t talk nonsense. I don’t have anyone."
Vivian said warmly, "Riley, if there’s someone you like, go after them bravely, so you don’t miss out."
Riley lowered her head, unsure of what to say. Zachary quickly changed the subject, "Let’s continue celebrating for sister-in-law."
Everyone again turned their attention to Vivian, continuing to cheer for her success. Read full story at NovelHub(.)net
The night was filled with love and warmth, letting everyone feel the taste of happiness.
The Sinclair Family Villa.
"Smack—" Mr. Sinclair, upon seeing today’s news, became furious and without a word, slapped Sean Sinclair.
Sean was bewildered by his father’s slap and hadn’t yet reacted.
Upon witnessing this, Mrs. Sinclair was shocked, quickly rushed over, shielding Sean.
"Husband, what are you doing?"
Immediately after, she looked at her son with distress, touching his face, "Son, does it hurt?"
Behind her came Mr. Sinclair’s enraged voice, "Why? Ask this worthless son what stupid things he’s done!"
Sean held his face, feeling wronged and indignant. "Dad, what did I do? Isn’t it just a little trouble at the jewelry competition?"
Mr. Sinclair was trembling with anger, "Trouble? Do you know how much damage your actions have caused the company? Plagiarizing others’ work, bribing staff, and now you’ve ruined the company’s reputation!"
Mrs. Sinclair hurriedly spoke, "Husband, what’s done is done, don’t blame our son anymore. Let’s think of a way to solve this."
Mr. Sinclair coldly snorted, "Solve? How to solve? The whole industry knows about the Sinclair Group’s scandal now. Who will cooperate with us in the future?"
Sean lowered his head, unable to speak.
Mrs. Sinclair looked anxious, "Son, why were you so confused?"
Sean raised his head and immediately said, "I did this for the Sinclair Group, who knows why you constantly call me irresponsible and talentless. I want to succeed and show you I’m not a loser."
Mr. Sinclair, looking at him, grew even angrier, "You think you can avoid responsibility this way? From today, reflect on your actions properly, you won’t be involved in company matters temporarily."
Sean became anxious upon hearing this, "Dad, you can’t do this to me. I know I was wrong, I’ll change!"
Mr. Sinclair ignored his explanation and left the living room angrily.
Mrs. Sinclair looked at Sean helplessly, sighing, "Son, you’ve really disappointed your dad this time. Think carefully about how to make amends."
"Mom, help me." Sean clung to his mother like clutching at straws, "I can’t stay away from the company; otherwise, they’ll look down on me."
"Son, I’ve told you not to be involved with Vivian Lynch, nothing good will come of it. And that Jessica Hart, break up with her immediately. That wretch only knows how to cloud your judgment, look at you now, how unlike a Sinclair family heir you are?"
Mrs. Sinclair felt for her son, but was also frustrated by his actions.
Sean, hearing his mother’s words, was agitated, "Mom, this isn’t Jessica’s fault, she’s doing it for my good. And there’s no possibility between Vivian and me anymore, I just want to restore the company’s reputation."
Mrs. Sinclair shook her head, "Why don’t you understand? Jessica Hart is a disaster. If you stay with her, she’ll ruin you eventually. As for the company’s reputation, we can only slowly try to recover it."
Sean remained silent briefly, then said, "Mom, I understand, I’ll break up with Jessica. But what about the company?"
Mrs. Sinclair sighed, "If you sincerely apologize to your dad and quickly sever ties with those two women, maybe your dad will let you return to the company."