Joyce realized that the problem was far more serious than she had imagined.
She stood up and paced back and forth in the living room, replaying recent events in her mind, trying to find the connections.
But no matter how she thought about it, she couldn't come up with any clues.
At that moment, her phone rang again.
She stopped in her tracks and turned to look at her phone. The caller ID showed Juanita's name. She hesitated for a moment, but if she didn't answer Juanita's call, Juanita would only become more worried.
After answering the call, sure enough, Juanita's voice came through screaming, "Oh my god, Joyce, you just returned to Khebury, what on earth happened? Mr. Warner's first love from ten years ago is back? Is it true or not?"
The voice was too loud, and Joyce couldn't bear such a high decibel level. She couldn't help but close one eye.
"Maybe it's true, maybe it's not," she replied vaguely.
"What kind of answer is that?" Juanita complained, "Tell me quickly, what's going on? Mr. Warner has another first love? I've never heard of it before, and I've been at R&S Group for quite some time. I wouldn't have missed such a big gossip. I always thought you were his first love."
Joyce rubbed her temples. "Juanita, the situation is a bit complicated. I can't explain it right now. Just focus on taking care of yourself and don't get involved in these matters. Karl must have advised you as well, so listen to him."
"He told me not to get involved, that it's a matter between you and Mr. Warner. But how can I not ask? You two have been through so much, and you finally had some peace for a few days, and now a first love suddenly appears to intervene between you." Juanita shouted.
"All I can say is that there is such a person, but there may be some inconsistencies," Joyce explained, "Give me some time at least. I will handle it."
"Joyce, no matter what, don't believe those rumors. I believe in Mr. Warner, and I believe in my own intuition. Mr. Warner is not that kind of person. The way he looks at you, his actions towards you, it's all filled with deep affection, and everyone can see it. I don't believe any other woman can take advantage of that, even if he had a first love, it's already in the past." Juanita said.
Joyce responded with a noncommittal "Hmm."
"And you absolutely cannot back down, and you absolutely cannot let things escalate. You must drive that woman away, do you understand? This is not the time to prioritize your pride. Think about Anderson, think about the fact that you're pregnant with twins. Don't be reserved when it comes to matters of the heart, understand? Don't hide away just because you've been hurt, and end up helping others, understand?"
Joyce rubbed her forehead, accepting Juanita's advice. "I understand. I won't."
If it was just about a woman, things would be simple.
But it was probably not that simple at all.
"Juanita, another call is coming in, I'll hang up now," Joyce glanced at her phone and saw that her mother Cecelia was calling.
"Okay, remember, if you need someone to talk to, remember to call me. If you need advice, remember to ask me! Bye."
"Okay," Joyce replied before switching to Cecelia's call.
"Mom, did you call me?" Her voice sounded calm.
Cecelia's gentle voice came through, "Joyce, have you been experiencing severe morning sickness recently? Do you need me to come and take care of you for a few days?"
Cecelia's wording was tactful, indicating that she already knew about the situation. Joyce naturally understood that her mother was asking how she was doing and if she needed their support.
She replied, "Mom, I'm fine. I'm used to being here, everything is good. Don't worry, everything is normal."
Unlike Juanita, Cecelia was calm and reserved. "Since you say so, I naturally feel relieved. The military is changing defense positions at the border these days. When Mr. Dewey passes through Khebury, I'll have him bring some things for you to eat and use. You'll find them useful."
Comments
The readers' comments on the novel: Wrong marriage and sweet love (Joyce and Luther)
If this is the ending of this story the story then I wish I hadn’t started reading it doesn’t even end right has not closure. To bad these writers don’t put much into their endings....
When will the new chapters come I can't wait any longer...
Very strange ending, is Joyce pregnant again or does she still have remnants of the devil with her. Christian should have apologized and made up with Luther and Felix. Too much violence and twists and turns, once settled, everyone should be happy and healthy....
Omg… can’t you just let Luther and Joyce live in peace with their children….another controversy doesn’t add to the story....
Not again, ugh … just get rid of this disgusting despicable woman...
Hopefully the underground bio lab East523will be found soon and Luther will make a full recovery, Lily will be reunited with the family and all will be good. Otherwise this will be a very disappointing story....
Please don’t make more trouble for Joyce and Luther, they need to have their children and be happy...
Looking forward to Joyce shooting Otis where it will hurt him the most and end his disgusting ways with women. He’s a pig, deserves to lose his “unit”....
Just tell him you’re the one that saved him , not the evil woman and find your beautiful love story together. Quit being a wet blanket, too smart for that....
I hate it when the hero and heroine are made out to be fools for the evil people that wish to steal their lives and live. Hopefully Charlotte is found out quickly and removed. Why should a villain with an illegitimate child reap all the rewards. Terrible....