His Contractual Mistress

Vincent tried to contact John, but he failed to talk to him. Instead, John's assistant got in touch with him and explained that his boss had to fly to C Country to take his father and brother's body to honor a funeral.

That same night, Vincent sent Tim and Kristian to help investigate the matter. After everyone heard the sad news, they were careful not to mention anything to Hailee until it solved the case. Or at least, they had clarification of what exactly happened.

While the investigation was in progress, John went back to Northern Australia and held the funeral in the Jackson villa.

In white coffins, placed the father and son, Gideon Jackson and Jay Jackson. Said, both burned in the incident, so the viewing is only available to the immediate family and closest friends. And most of the time, the coffins were closed.

*

Davies Mansion

At Jacob's study, Shun, Vincent, and Frederick have locked themselves in the room to discuss the matter.

They do not worry if the media accused Vincent of the father and son's death. Instead, their concern is Hailee.

Despite Hailee improving her health in the passing weeks, they did everything to avoid repeating what happened the last time, which almost caused her a miscarriage.

"Hailee has heard nothing about the news yet. So, it might be the best time to move her to Dream City," Jacob proposed.

"Now, there is no holding back but making our move against the Dark Shadow Organization," Shun chimed in.

"But before we achieve anything, we have to capture Samuel Miller." Vincent's remark.

"Vincent is right." Jacob concurred. He added, "Since Liam says nothing about the organization. Maybe we can do something about Samuel Miller."

"However, as what happened with the Jackson family at the moment, we could not ask John to cooperate with us this time around," said Fred.

"You are right, dad. It must be hard for John to lose the only family he had. So, I want to take care of the investigation myself. I want to visit C Country to cooperate with the detectives and clear my name."

Vincent was determined to solve this matter as soon as possible, so he proposed this idea. However, his dad disagrees.

"No, son. You are not leaving Australia." Fred advised Vincent, "Our enemies are doing everything for them to have all the opportunity to assassinate you. Visiting C Country would not be a wise move but a trap for you. Let me handle this matter. You and Hailee should fly to Dream City and stay there until this matter is over."

"Dad, I don't want to hide like this." Vincent opposed.

If he hides, what impact would it cause to his position as CEO of Davies Corporation? He proves his capability in handling from managing the company to solving problems.

"I will accompany Hailee to Dream City. Then I will tell her the truth when we get there. I can't bear lying and hiding from her." he added.

"In that case, I will order Tom to prepare the jet. I will also talk to Manni and Doctor Dave to arrange Hailee's transfer," said Jacob.

"And the girls are safer in Dream City." In the situation they are in, no one could sit idly. Shun offered a hand, "I will talk to Cassandra, Madison, and Riley to help Aunt Hilda watch Hailee."

"That would be wonderful. Hailee would be happy to spend more time with them," said Vincent. It made him feel a little relieved to know that Hailee would not be alone. "I might also ask the girls to stay another month. Carl can continue giving them online classes."

"That would be best." Both Jacob and Fred agreed to Vincent's plan.

The following day, Doctor Manni performs an ultrasound and draws blood from Hailee for some tests. When the results arrive, she tells Hailee that she can travel back to Dream City tonight.

Doctor Manni explained to Hailee that she might have difficulties traveling if they wait for her due month, so it's better to be early now.

Everything was so sudden, but Hailee questioned nothing. Even though everyone tried to act casual, Hailee already had the suspicion that something was going on. But she did not make a fuss that Vincent lied to her.

Instead, she understood him. Since Vincent was officially the new CEO, she did her best not to add to his worries and chose to trust him.

"I would love to go back to Dream City, Aunt Manni! I am actually excited." She said gleefully. "I want to see the progress of the tower Vincent was building."

That night, Hailee's private jet took off from Sydney Airport.

Hilda, Doctor Manni is happy to move back to La Fraire Courtyard with the girls: Cassandra, Madison, Riley, Nikki, Gigi, Kelly, Vera, Janise, Jennifer, Hazel, Nadia, and Liza.

Sheena accompanied their dad Fred to C Country, while Deana went back to P Country to take care of the issues in the company.

Hailee travels her eyes to the beautiful morning skyline. She stood near the floor-ceiling window and waited for the sun to rise that morning.

"Are you not going to get a nap?" asked Vincent while approaching Hailee. He wrapped his arms around his wife's waist, stroking her belly while planting tiny kisses on her shoulder.

"I am waiting for the sunrise. Just then, I will take some rest," she replied to Vincent. Hailee lifted her chin and reached for Vincent's lips to taste them.

"Alright. Let's wait together then." Vincent brushed his lips against Hailee's. They stayed standing there until the sun finally showed up.

Hailee sighed with delight. The views from La Fraire Courtyard are breathtaking, the reason she built the hotel on this spot.

"Hubby, I'm all ears if you have something to tell me."

Vincent lowered his gaze to the woman inside his arms. He lifted his arm and caressed Hailee's face as admiration exhibited in his eyes. Until now, they treated her like a fragile woman. However, Hailee always proves that they are all wrong to think she cares less about others' emotions.

"I love you, darling."

Hailee smiled at Vincent. She knew that Vincent would use this endearment every time he was in his serious mood.

"Let's take a seat," Hailee suggested to Vincent.

They took the nearest sofa and snuggled. After Hailee found her comfortable position on the couch, she rested her head on Vincent's shoulder.

"Wifey, I'm sorry if I haven't told you right away. But I plan to tell you the truth once we arrive in the city. I'll be honest now. Coming back to Dream City earlier than we've already planned is nothing to do with your pregnancy. Well, a small part, yes. But there is a bigger reason than that." Vincent began. "I need to leave soon and visit John."

"Okay. Is this about Samuel Miller?"

Vincent nodded his head as he continued. "Something happened to John's father and twin brother. The incident was pointing at me, and so, dad is helping me to solve the matter."

"Can you promise to me you will take care? I want you to make a careful decision." Hailee knew well what would happen if they took the wrong action. She lost a few brothers.

"I promised," Vincent swears. "I will make a careful decision and come back in one piece."

Thanks to his dad Fred, he was enlightened not to solve things personally. He actually made a careless plan. Now he had utterly discerned that Samuel planned this for him to walk on his trap.

However, Vincent will turn the table.

When Hailee fell asleep on the sofa inside his arms, Vincent chatted to his dad-in-law.

"Things went well. It was Hailee who urged me to tell her what was going on."

"I'm glad, Vincent. My daughter really has changed. She is more optimistic."

"You are right, dad. We are afraid for her to throw a tantrum after someone framed me again."

"Hailee is actually more than we thought, Uncle Jacob." Shun messaged the latter privately after his conversation with Vincent and the two older men.

"I guess I still babied your little sister, Shun."

"It is necessary for us to keep Hailee as innocent as she can be."

"Do we really need to do this, Shun?" asked Jacob.

"Yes, uncle Jacob. If we let that man succeed in his plans, we could not stop the Alliance from breaking off." One more time, Shun explained to his uncle why they had to suppress Hailee from growing up.

"Hailee, who led the rebellion against the association. When that happens, all the families are also breaking off, Uncle. It will lead to disagreement and separate ways. And you know I could not hurt Hailee."

Jacob heaved a long sigh from the bottom of his chest.

"Okay. It was for the best. Thank you for your guidance, Shun. I hope you will never get tired of helping Hailee."

"Of course, uncle. I am doing this for everyone, most especially for my family. My children must live a peaceful life. Vincent desires the same as me."

"I also wished for my grandchildren to have a fulfilling life. Alright, see you in Northern Australia."

Shun was already in Northern Australia to visit John. Vincent will come the next day, and together they will attend the funeral.

"I must stop the great war."