Chapter 126 Is It Possible to Get Close to Her
The jade pendant was beautifully shaped like a ruyi, with a clear and transparent texture. It had a greenish-blue color, and when touched, it felt cool and smooth.
Anyone could tell it was extremely expensive.
Olivia couldn't help but hesitate.
Andrew spoke first: "I got this by chance in Southeast Asia a few years ago. The color is decent, but it's not worth much.
Its main feature is that it stays warm in winter and cool in summer, and can calm the mind. Wearing it close to your body works even better!"
After hearing this, Olivia found it amusing.
Although she didn't know much about jade, she had some eye for it.
This jade pendant was clearly jadeite, and top-grade glass type at that, worth quite a lot.
Moreover, looking at the cord, it had obviously been worn before. She guessed this must be something Andrew treasured.
Yet when he talked about it, he said it wasn't worth much.
Olivia shook her head, "Mr. Hamilton, don't try to fool me. This jade pendant is clearly very valuable. How can I accept it?"
Andrew hadn't expected to be exposed so quickly. He smiled gently, "It doesn't do much for me anymore, but it's perfect for you right now."
Olivia was surprised, "It's not for Bianca?"
Earlier he said it could help with psychological treatment, so she thought it was for Bianca.
"No!"
Andrew looked at her seriously and said, "You've been through too much lately, and your emotions are already tired. You need to relax properly... Some emotions shouldn't be bottled up inside.
Also, whether in life or work, try not to put too much pressure on yourself. Don't push yourself too hard."
This time Olivia was truly stunned.
In fact, since divorcing Michael, her mood had indeed been liberated.
But the long-term mental torture couldn't be recovered overnight.
Combined with the work pressure that followed, her nerves had been somewhat tense.
The launch of the new special medicine involved too many things, and she didn't dare slack off at all.
This led to her feeling somewhat anxious and depressed these days.
The symptoms were so mild that even she had overlooked them, but unexpectedly... Andrew had noticed.
A subtle emotion suddenly arose in her heart.
How did Andrew see it?
"Take it."
Andrew spoke again, "You're a doctor. You should know the benefits of jade. Keeping it won't hurt you."
Seeing his insistence, Olivia stopped refusing, "In that case, I'll accept it. I'll definitely take good care of it."
With that, she closed the box and put it away carefully.
Since the treatment had ended and it was already late, Olivia didn't stay long. She immediately said goodbye to him, "Well, I'll go now. Call me if you need anything."
Andrew nodded, "I'll have my driver take you. It's not safe for you to drive alone this late."
"It's fine."
Olivia didn't mind.
But Andrew insisted, and in the end she had to compromise.
Before leaving, Olivia suddenly remembered that the New Year was approaching, so she asked casually, "By the way, when are you leaving Emerald City, and when will you be back after the New Year?"
"Hmm?"
Andrew seemed a bit surprised.
As soon as the words left her mouth, Olivia regretted it a little.
This... sounded like she was asking about his whereabouts, didn't it?
To avoid awkwardness, she quickly explained, "I... I'm just asking for Bianca. Bianca mentioned missing you before, and there's the follow-up treatment... I... I didn't mean to ask about your plans."
After explaining, she felt even more annoyed.
What was she even saying?
The more she explained, the stranger it felt.
Andrew watched her expression as if she wanted to bite off her own tongue. A faint smile flashed in his deep eyes, and he answered: "Not that soon. As for after the New Year... I'm not sure yet. I'll let you know when the time comes."
"Okay, I'm leaving then."
After saying that, she waved and ran off without looking back.
No matter how you looked at it, she seemed to be fleeing in panic.
Andrew let out a warm, low chuckle.
David was stunned.
After little Bianca, this was the second person who could make Andrew smile repeatedly.
Was he really not overthinking this?
Silverbrook Manor.
Sophia woke up in the afternoon, her face full of satisfaction.
She had moved in last night.
For the past half month or so, she had been clinging to Michael every day, making love, and finally last night, she successfully convinced him to let her move into Silverbrook Manor.
When she came downstairs, she put on the airs of the lady of the house, looking high and mighty, and said to the butler: "From today on, I am the lady of this house. I don't really like the decorations in this villa. Have someone change everything immediately.
Those curtains over there, and the useless ornaments, and the room where Olivia used to live, clear it all out.
Also, throw away everything in that children's playground and put Aiden's toys in there."
The butler didn't dare object to her bossy attitude.
After all, this person would really be the lady of the Johnson family in the future.
"Okay, I'll have people do it right away."
After responding, all the servants of the Johnson family started moving.
Watching Olivia's things being cleared out one by one, Sophia looked smug.
She turned to call her parents to tell them the good news.
"Michael has agreed to let me move in. We've been inseparable lately. Becoming Mrs. Johnson is just around the corner! Send Aiden to Michael's mom later, and let's celebrate!"
Terrence and Bronte were naturally overjoyed, "Our daughter is so capable! But even though you've entered the Johnson family, you still need to be careful. Michael just got divorced, so his emotions might not be stable. Consider his feelings more and don't make him angry...
As long as you're gentle and considerate, he'll definitely be devoted to you."
Sophia was confident, "Don't worry, he likes me so much now, how could he bear to be angry with me?"
Every time in bed, she served him extremely well.
With just a little teasing, he would lose control and could go at it with her all night.
In this situation, getting pregnant with a Johnson family child would be easy, wouldn't it?
"Just wait and see, I'm going to become the most prestigious Mrs. Johnson!"
That evening, at the Johnson Mansion, both families gathered.
Amelia had the chef prepare a big table of dishes, like they were having a celebration.
Amelia was thrilled about getting rid of Olivia, "Finally got rid of a burden. That woman kept stirring up trouble in the Johnson family every day. She had no ability but was promiscuous, ruining the Johnson family's reputation outside. She couldn't compare to Sophia in any way. I've been annoyed with her for a long time.
And that girl she gave birth to, ungrateful. After so many years in the Johnson family, she never warmed up to us.
Not like Aiden, who's close to our family. He's naturally like one of us Johnsons."
Being praised, Aiden immediately flattered: "Grandma, I got first place in school today and got a certificate. The teacher said I'm really smart. I've even been self-studying elementary school courses..."
"How amazing! You must have gotten your intelligence from your mother, right?"
The more Amelia looked at him, the more she liked him, and couldn't help but look down on Bianca again in her heart.
That silly look, how could she be a Johnson family child?
When she went to verify the DNA with Olivia before, she didn't even dare. She must have had an affair with some man outside and gave birth to a bastard.
Kicking that mother and daughter out was definitely the right thing to do!
While the atmosphere was cheerful, Chase on the side hadn't said a word.
He was naturally very happy about Michael and Olivia's divorce.
But Sophia moving into his brother's house made him unhappy.
His eyes dimmed, his heart full of disappointment.
The goddess in his heart was ultimately going to become Michael's wife.
He couldn't help but tilt his head back and gulp down some wine.
No one cared about how he felt.
Later, after eating and drinking their fill, the two families even discussed Sophia and Michael's wedding.
"Once this period blows over, we'll pick a good day for the young people to get married. Then, with our two families united, it'll be a strong alliance, a perfect match!
By then, even some of the prominent families in Harmony City won't dare look down on us!"
...
While the two families were dreaming here, Olivia continued to be busy with her work.
Daniel had almost completed the preparations for the new drug launch.
In the evening, when Olivia was about to get off work, he came to find her to report on the progress, "The new drug has been recognized by various professional organizations and has even won the favor of leaders at the Medical Bureau. They've proposed meeting with you.
If the talks go well, our future research funding might get national-level investment.
So, in a few days, come on a business trip with me."
Olivia was also pleasantly surprised by this unexpected gain, "Really?"
If they could really get official funding, they could reduce their own costs.
Moreover, if these medicines could ultimately benefit those who serve and protect the country, that would be something she'd be happy to see.
Daniel smiled casually, "Would I lie to you?"
Olivia nodded, "Mr. Wilson is indeed amazing. So when do we leave, and where are we going?"
Daniel answered, "End of the month, Harmony City!"
Olivia was surprised.
What a coincidence!
Andrew should be going back around that time too, right?
"Congratulations. If this goes smoothly, our research institute and the company's market value will go up again. By then, you'll be able to squeeze into Emerald City's new business elite and become a little rich woman."
Daniel smiled and extended his hand to her.
Olivia came to her senses, "Everything's not settled yet, so congratulations is too early, but... I'll take your good wishes. Let's get rich together."
After saying that, she shook his hand.
They separated as soon as they touched.
But Daniel unconsciously rubbed his fingertips.
Before, because she was married, he had to keep his distance every time.
In the future... should he be able to try getting closer?
...
After talking with Daniel, Olivia went to pick up Bianca from school.
But unexpectedly, as soon as she got out of the car, she saw Michael at the school gate.
The two hadn't seen each other since the divorce.
Olivia had even almost forgotten this person's existence, but unexpectedly, he appeared again in this sudden way.
Her eyebrows furrowed slightly, her expression cold, and she didn't really want to acknowledge him.
But Michael stared at her.
Not having seen her for over half a month, he thought Olivia would be somewhat affected by leaving him.
But looking now, she wasn't.
The person in front of him looked even more radiant, her delicate face with light makeup, her features outlined even more perfectly.
The dress and long coat on her body wrapped around her graceful figure, swaying attractively as she walked, quite eye-catching.
How had he never noticed before... that Olivia was so striking???