Who's Crying Now, Ex-Husband?

Chapter 551

It was the only way to truly stand firm in this world—unshakable, untouchable.

And finally claim real power.

"Think it over, Eugene."

Johnnie pulled open the hospital room door.

He stepped out, but paused abruptly. Turning slightly, he glanced back at the boy with a faint smile. "You were born into the very heart of power, naturally drawn to it. For others, reaching the top is a lifelong struggle, but for you, it's right there-if you want it. Don't waste that."

"When your mentor arrives, I'll come pick you up."

"Let me know your answer soon."

"Good morning, Mr. Whitmore."

"Morning, Mr. Whitmore..."

Late morning, Forrest was leading a very reluctant Adrian by the hand as they entered The FM Building. Every employee who recognized Forrest greeted him, their curious gazes flickering toward the child at his side.

It was a rare sight.

Their boss had never married-had been single for ages-and now, out of the blue, he'd brought a kid to work. What was going on?

And then, of course, everyone remembered the recent rumors.

Apparently, Mr. Whitmore had been pursuing that woman-rumored to be the granddaughter of Jade, the founder of Splendid, one of the world's thirteen most exclusive luxury brands. Anyone who followed high fashion had heard Jade's name, and although their family connection had never been officially announced, whispers about it had persisted for years.

they both shared

at Splendid, sat on the

history... She'd once been married to

they'd had a son

this kid be the

Mr. Whitmore really swooped in on

not long ago, Mr. Whitmore had been out of the office-reportedly

his efforts had paid

midday, the office was abuzz with speculation. Private group chats exploded with rumors, and by the time the story made its rounds, it had turned into, "Mr. Whitmore successfully stole the heiress." People were already debating when the wedding would be, whether they'd get time off, maybe even bonuses or company perks... After all, their solitary boss finally had some good news. Wasn't that something worth

bask in a little of that happiness,

completely unaware of the wildfire he'd started

Not that he minded.

Out of the corner of his eye, he saw Adrian perched on a

really was

to keep the boy close,

Adrian set his game down and grumbled, "This is so boring: I'm hungry. I want to go outside. All these grown-ups were babbling about things he didn't understand.

to do

he'd never made

It was mind-numbing.

not agreeing to

program as soon as possible, and get a batch

casually dressed man hurried over and called out, "Mr. Whitmore, the Federal Security Bureau just phoned-they say the CN

a problem with

Forrest frowned.

a short nod, then