The CEO's Empathy Pregnancy Pains

Isabella felt sorry for her daughter, and Mason could fully understand that.

After all, Emily could have left the Smith family earlier and lived the life she wanted.noveldrama

If it weren't for Michael saying he wanted a divorce and then wanting to reconcile, Emily might be soft-hearted enough to endure it, but how could Isabella, as Emily's mother, tolerate it?

Seeing this, Mason could only lean on his cane to stand up and bow to Isabella. "Isabella, Michael was wrong in this matter. He knew he had a grudge against the Ward family and shouldn't have taken Emily to the banquet. Now Emily is in an awkward and humiliating position. Don't worry, I'll definitely teach him a lesson when he gets back!"

After speaking, Mason coughed twice.

Seeing Mason so weak, Isabella couldn't continue to be tough. She sighed helplessly and spoke gently. "Mason, I'm not here to argue with you. It's just that my daughter was almost... This matter has spread all over Emerald City. Her dignity is also important. I know Emily is soft-hearted and still has feelings for Michael since she agreed to go with him. I won't stop them; as long as they are not divorced, they are still a family! I'm here urgently to talk about Roger. That old bastard has gone too far, and I can't tolerate him!"

Hearing this, Mason's face turned serious. "I called you here for the same reason. The Ward family originally didn't belong to the Emerald City business circle. They lived abroad for many years and just recently returned. Isabella, you might not know the past between Roger and my family... Come, sit, and I'll explain it to you slowly." Meanwhile, at the Watson Mansion.

Online public opinion was rampant, and tonight was destined to be a sleepless night. Bryan had just finished his work at Watson Corporation when he saw the video of Michael hitting someone on his phone.

He never expected that the person Michael hit was Roger, his future father-in-law. Although Bryan didn't like Roger either, for Alice's sake, he still made a call to check on her.

He could only hear Alice crying non-stop on the other end, possibly knowing Roger's wolfish ambitions and that he had targeted the Smith family.

In short, torn between family and friendship, Alice couldn't decide and could only cry. Bryan, knowing his awkward position, could only offer some comfort to Alice.

After hanging up, Bryan turned to go upstairs, only to see Penelope coming down, looking serious. "Come to the balcony with me; I have something to say to you." Since returning from abroad, Penelope had been living at the Watson Mansion.

Although she had divorced Richard, Penelope maintained a good relationship with her in-laws and, with Mabel recently bedridden, she decided to move back to the Watson Mansion to help Bryan and take care of Mabel.

Tonight, the drama between the Smith family and the Ward family quickly spread online.

Moreover, since it involved Emily, Penelope had heard a bit about it.

Seeing Penelope's serious face, Bryan could only follow her to the balcony. Once there, seeing Penelope standing still, Bryan took a deep breath and also stood still.

Penelope knew her son was entangled with Roger's daughter, but today, some things had to be made clear.

"I know Alice is a good girl." Penelope said.

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Hearing this, Bryan looked up at Penelope, who continued. "But it's only her. Getting involved with the Ward family, you shouldn't even think about it. Bryan, you should understand what I mean. Roger is not a good person, and I don't want my son entangled with his family. I believe you've seen today's news, and I know you called Alice."

"You can remain friends with Alice, but only friends. Roger, a selfish, money-grubbing scoundrel, dared to harm Emily for his own gain. I despise such a coward and won't allow my son to be his son-in-law. Do you understand?"

Bryan rarely saw Penelope so angry, which made him realize she was serious.

Already aware of the insurmountable gap between him and Alice, Bryan felt the distance growing even more.

"Mom, is Michael okay?" Bryan asked.

Compared to Emily, Bryan was more concerned about Michael.

Michael had been managing Smith Corporation since he was sixteen, and Bryan had seen all his hard work.

Now, with Roger causing trouble and the recently calmed public opinion flaring up again, Smith Corporation would undoubtedly suffer another blow. Bryan just wanted to know how Michael was doing.

Penelope answered, "Don't worry. After seeing the report, I called Emily immediately. She told me she and Michael were together, and Michael was fine. They will handle the situation."

"I've given Emily a long vacation, and I'll keep an eye on JM Jewelry and Watson Corporation. If you're really worried, go check on Michael. You were inseparable friends before, and now you're at odds over a misunderstanding. But compared to Roger, you guys' problems are nothing."

With that, Penelope walked off the balcony without looking back.

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Bryan could see that Penelope was also upset about the situation, feeling indignant for Michael and Emily.

"Michael!" Emily saw Michael drunk on the ground and could only shout at him in frustration.

But Michael was now like a dead pig, oblivious to everything!

Fortunately, someone at The Tipsy Tavern helped get him into the car, and Emily drove

him back to Emerald Lake Manor as quickly as possible.

Otherwise, Michael would have made a fool of himself on the street, been photographed, and tonight's public opinion storm would have been even more chaotic.

Emily said, "If I had known you'd get this drunk, I should have left you at The Tipsy Tavern for anyone to take!"

Michael was obedient, leaning on Emily after being scolded, but once they got to the bedroom, he started acting up again. Ava, who had followed them, asked with concern. "Mrs. Smith, should I make some hangover soup and oatmeal for Mr. Smith?"

"Hangover soup is fine, but forget the oatmeal. He doesn't deserve it." With that, Emily glanced disdainfully at Michael lying on the bed and instructed Ava.

After Ava left, Emily straightened Michael's body, took off his shoes and socks, and covered him with a thin blanket. Feeling exhausted, she sighed and took out her phone to call Isabella.

Unexpectedly, as she turned, Michael's big hands pulled her back.

Stumbling, she fell right into Michael's bed.