Lilith crossed her arms defensively, her face turning red. "You... don't you go too far! My son has a father! Even though he's absolutely despicable, he's better than you!" His lips curved into an attractive arc, "How much better? Is it fine for him to be a philanderer? Can you handle that?" Lilith's face turned even redder, and she left the table, her hands hugging her chest. "Even though he's absolutely despicable, he's better than you!" Wait a minute! "Is everyone writing about me and him?" She looked at Ivy, her small hands trembling as she pointed at Dom. Ivy lowered her head, feeling embarrassed. Lilith suddenly breathed a sigh of relief. She thought that this would only be a hot topic for a day or two, after all, it was about the Livingston family, and not everyone might be interested. However, she didn't expect that this time, her rumored romantic interest would be Dom, the second-generation heir who was rumored to be gay. "Enough!" Andy made a displeased sound. "If you really give birth to a child for me, I won't force you to get married." Ivy had a bewildered expression. She hadn't realized that her grandpa had been meddling in this matter for so long just because he wanted a grandchild. Could it be that he would urge her to have a child later? Thinking about this, Ivy suddenly lowered her head. But the sharp-eyed Andy still noticed. He squinted at Ivy and said softly, "Ivy, you're still young and busy with work. There's no rush for children; we can talk about it in a few years." Um... Ivy was taken aback. Dom furrowed his brow, "Grandpa, why aren't you pressuring her?" "You don't understand!" Andy would have pressured her a long time ago if he could! This meal left him with a stomach full of frustration. If he had known it would be like this, he wouldn't have called Dom back. So, he threw down his spoon, no longer interested in eating. "I'm not eating anymore, I'm going out for some fresh air!" He left with his cane. Uncle Jim gave them a meaningful look, signaling them not to worry, and followed him out. The lively dining room instantly fell silent. Lilith stared at Dom like a porcupine, wishing she could poke him full of holes. Emma then tried to defuse the situation, "Dom, you and Ivy can go talk to your grandpa now. I'll go prepare dessert, and you can have a late-night snack together later." Lilith immediately understood and got up to follow Emma to the kitchen. "Auntie, let me help you." At the dining table, Ivy and Dom stared at each other. In the end, Ivy felt it was a waste of time and stood up. She said to Dom, "Brother, let's go." Silence. "You're not leaving? I'll go tell my grandpa that you're bullying me right now." "You!" Dom was taken aback and had never seen such a wicked woman before. No wonder they said women weren't easy to deal with. "If you don't leave, I'll go complain to my grandpa. He trusts me the most now. Whatever I say he believes.” Dom's face grew cold, and he suddenly stood up. She had finally shown her true colors. A workaholic in front of others, but behind their backs, just like all those other calculating women. Thinking of this, Dom's eyes flashed with a hint of disdain. He didn't say anything more, just turned and walked out. A few days passed with turmoil beneath the surface. At this moment, late at night, Kevin returned to the Alter family looking utterly dejected. Bob Alter was sitting on the sofa, watching him sternly."How did it go? Did Andy Livingston agree to communicate with you?" Kevin shook his head in response. In these past days, H Capital had mysteriously cut off all communication channels, even severing partnerships with shared associates, with no regard for the losses incurred. Kevin tried to contact various people to find out the reason, and everyone said that the Alter family had offended the Livingston family. Kevin was completely bewildered. "H Capital is known for its integrity and wouldn't change its stance so easily," Bob Alter contemplated the working relationship he had developed with Andy over the years and felt something was amiss. "Have you found out who they've been in contact with recently?" Kevin's face showed even more despair. "The operatives we sent to monitor the situation were just getting close to the Livingston family when they were inexplicably chased away. We only know that the people obstructing us were associated with Cato Alter." "Who?" "His bodyguard, Sanders." Kevin clenched his teeth and said, "Cato Alter is utterly insolent, and Sanders is even more shameless. They not only obstructed us but also physically attacked our reporters. They all came back from City S with injuries and had to be hospitalized." "Humph!" Bob Alter made a displeased sound and angrily struck his cane. He was itching with frustration. At this moment, Tanya walked into the hallway and happened to overhear the conversation between the father and son. She thought for a moment and said, "Perhaps I know who we've offended." "Who?" both the father and son asked simultaneously. Tanya raised the newspaper in her hand. "Who else could it be?" The father and son took the newspaper and saw that it was a news article about Lilith and Dom. "Everyone is talking about how Lilith is pregnant with Dom's child. The Livingston family used a helicopter to pick up Lilith and even moved her into their house with great fanfare. Andy Livingston has been urging Dom to get married for years, hasn't he? With his personality, he probably thought that Lilith was pregnant with the Livingston family's child and wanted to treat her with utmost care. So, he's supporting Ivy as well." "Ivy again!" Landy Bob couldn't stand this and angrily slammed his cane, itching with anger. "This jinx, the Alter family owes her from a past life!" With that, he coldly looked at Kevin, who remained silent and pale, not daring to speak.Bob Alter then turned to Tanya and asked, "How should we handle this matter?" Tanya sneered at the question. "Andy Livingston has invited the three of us to his dinner, right? I'll just reveal the true father of Lilith's child during the dinner. When Andy gets angry and takes it out on Ivy, it'll be even better." "The child's father?" Both the father and son exchanged a glance. "Have you found something?" "Of course, I found out who Lilith's child's father is," Tanya shrugged. "I have a friend who works at a hotel, and he told me that Lilith often checks into a room with a man, and that man is... Jasson Brown!” Bob Alter became interested. "Is this information accurate?" "Absolutely! I have surveillance footage!" "Great!" Bob felt like he had found a lifeline and slowly sat back down on the sofa. "If this is true, all we have to do is help Andy Livingston uncover the truth. When he does, he'll definitely thank us. And with this connection to Jasson Brown from DT Investments, H Capital will surely cooperate with us immediately!" Bob Alter was plotting for DT Investment and his face finally looked a bit better. He looked at Tanya, praising her, "Clean and efficient work. Well done, you're the talent the Alter family needs." He then turned his gaze to the absentminded Kevin, sighed almost inaudibly, and said, "Learn from her." Then he turned and left. Soon enough, it was the day of Andy's banquet. The Alter family, including all three of them, dressed formally for the occasion, looking magnificent. They were ready to witness the spectacle at the Livingston family, to witness the punishment of Ivy. During the journey, Kevin held his phone tightly, constantly reviewing chat records, seemingly trying to find a moment to call Ivy and urge her to leave immediately. However, each time he tried to access Ivy's email, Bob Alter gave him a cold glare, which discouraged him from taking any action. Kevin had no choice but to give up. Deep down, he was silently praying that Ivy wouldn't show up. What was Ivy doing at this moment? She was chatting with Shawn."Nervous?" His deep, gentle voice carried a touch of concern, soothing and reassuring. "A little. Mom is nervous," Ivy replied, wiping the sweat from her palm. "If you miss me, just let me know. I can come right away." "City G and City S are still a bit far apart. Can you teleport?" "Of course!" Shawn's tone was firm. "I can do magic." ***