My Mommy Is A CEO

A prodigal’s return was priceless, even gold can’t buy it.

Meanwhile, on the second day of Jacob’s conviction, Miles and Libby were finally able to hold a funeral for their son. Arthur and Lucia also came to pay their respects and saw how much the elderly couple had aged. They wept at the funeral home and even fainted a few times. Lucia felt sorry for them but couldn’t bring herself to say “condolences” in front of their pain. The word seemed too pale compared to their suffering, so she could only silently lament how fate played with people.

After more than seven years of seeking revenge, they had finally reached the end.

After returning from Lepus’ condolences for Casper, Lucia and Kane returned to Poppy’s hometown with their loved ones by their side as before. Only Lucia and Kane brought flowers to pay tribute while Arthur and Juliana kindly didn’t disturb them.

Standing in front of Poppy’s grave, Lucia originally had many things she wanted to say but when she saw her photo on the tombstone, she just cried silently without any words coming out.

Kane gently wiped away fallen leaves from Poppy’s tombstone before saying, “Poppy, you can rest in peace now.”

They stayed there for two hours before leaving. When Lucia saw Arthur again, she couldn’t help but throw herself into his arms with red eyes from crying earlier but there was also a faint smile on her lips that was almost invisible.

Upon returning home from Poppy’s hometown, Lucia finally agreed to rest properly as promised by Arthur but received a call from Eve after only resting for two days.

Eve asked about her situation carefully over the phone while expressing concern about what happened when Jacob kidnapped her earlier. She breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing that everything was fine now though they both fell silent afterwards until Lucia smiled slightly asking, “Eve, you didn’t just call me just because you wanted to check up on me right?”

To be honest though it wasn’t until then that even Lucia remembered Nia and Kevin again…

Eve remained silent for quite some time before hesitantly saying, “Lucia, I’m ashamed asking you this again… but… she is still my sister… my parents are worried too.”

Lucia readily agreed without hesitation saying, “I don’t want anything bad happening either,” despite Nia having harbored ill will towards her all along; however since Nia never provoked or caused trouble intentionally against her, then why should Lucia deliberately make things difficult? She continued speaking reassuringly,

“I’ll do my best in helping find out where Nia and Kevin are located at present time so don’t worry! We’re friends who should help each other.”

“However, Jacob’s financial case is still being investigated. If they are found to be involved with him, I won’t be able to help much,” Lucia said firmly but not unkindly.

“I know, I know,” Eve replied gratefully. “Lauren has already retrieved all the funds from Fabulous Dav’s and everything is back to square one. It’s up to them now.”

Eve had broadened her horizons since going abroad and her perspective had changed a lot. She believed that this was the best outcome for her sister.

“It’s admirable that you can put principles before family,” Lucia smiled. “By the way, how is your health now?”

Lucia didn’t want to dwell on Nia’s topic for too long and it seemed like Eve agreed as she immediately talked about her own health instead. Juliana’s recommendation was spot on. After treatment, Eve was in great shape and didn’t even need medicine anymore. Even Lauren couldn’t resist teasing her about how lively she had become compared to before.

Listening to Eve talk so confidently made Lucia feel relieved; Lauren must have been even happier than she was.

Later that night when Arthur returned from work, Lucia asked about Nia and Kevin but Arthur told her he had let them go a while ago without asking where they went. He knew better than anyone else how sensitive Eve could be emotionally.

Feeling touched by Arthur’s hidden tenderness towards Eve, Lucia gazed at him deeply with affection in her eyes.

“What? Have you fallen in love with me again?” Arthur teased when he saw the look on Lucia’s face.

Without hesitation or reservation this time around, Lucia threw herself into his arms saying happily,

“I’ve never stopped loving you.”

Her words melted Arthur’s heart instantly.

A few days later, Lucia felt fully recovered mentally and physically. After she repeatedly asked for permission from Arthur who finally agreed to let her return back working at Webbex Group again, little did she expect such an overwhelming response upon reappearing there. Everyone welcomed their beloved colleague warmly especially Lucia’s assistant who burst into tears upon seeing Lucia again, which left both of them laughing through tears together.

Everything seemed like it was finally falling into place just as Lucia thought it would be until one night…

“Peter, has Arthur come back yet?” Concernedly asked Lucia.

Peter shook his head helplessly.

Frowning slightly, Lucia took out her phone once more trying calling him but it went straight through voicemail… Where could he have gone?

Since yesterday, Arthur hadn’t come home, and Lucia initially thought he was just busy with work. She went to the Branch of Davonnis to find him, but only Kyle was there. When she asked him where Arthur was, he didn’t know either. Seeing Kyle’s confused expression, Lucia knew he wasn’t lying.

She trusted Arthur and thought maybe he had something important to deal with. So Lucia endured it for one night, but tonight when she came back home and still didn’t see him there, plus his phone was still off the whole time – Lucia couldn’t help but worry.

But who could possibly harm Arthur?!

Late at night, Lucia struggled with two emotions: on one hand believing that Arthur must be fine; on the other hand worrying that something might have happened to him.

After tossing and turning all night long, early the next morning Lucia couldn’t take it anymore. Although she didn’t want to go this far yet, she had no choice but to alert Edwin and Sophie about this situation. She guessed that perhaps Arthur suddenly went back to New York City without telling her anything, so she called him only to find out that he never came home!

Lucia, who was impatient, failed to notice that Sophie, who always cared for Arthur, didn’t show any signs of panic when learning that he hadn’t returned home for two days. After hanging up the phone, Lucia paced anxiously in the living room, contemplating whether to seek help from others.

Just as Lucia was anxiously pacing, Jan suddenly walked into the living room and, seeing her distressed expression, immediately spoke up,

“Ms. Webb,” Jan said smilingly, “Isn’t it already past working hours? Why are you still at home?”

Lucia froze for a moment not knowing how exactly how respond.

“I’ll take you to work,” Jan continued grinning widely. “Rest assured. He is fine. In this world, it’s only Mr. Davies who can make things difficult for others, but there’s hardly anyone who can trouble him.” Jan’s tone carried a touch of pride.