Dora's eyes were full of tears and drank up her wine.

Seeing they were all enjoying wine, Kylie licked her lips and felt envious.

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After several toasts, they began to enjoy the food.

Dora gradually calmed herself down and looked at Kylie, saying, "I've watched Dangerous World, and you've done a great job in it."

Kylie raised her glass of juice. "Dora, I still need your help in the future." Hearing that, Dora felt like crying.

William put down his knife and fork. "Aunt Ethan, shouldn't you help me first?"

"Haven't I already done that?" Kylie smiled. "I've cleared your name."

"It's not enough!" William said. "Well, why don't you take part in the show which I just established, so everyone will know we're getting along well as usual."

"You just want to attract more attention to your show." Dora smiled. "Mrs. Parker's appearance fee is very high now, and not every show can afford it."

Hearing Dora address Kylie as Mrs. Parker, others around the dining table were all shocked, and looked at Kylie with delight.

Kylie beamed and held Dora's arm. "Dora is right, and I listen to Dora. Dora, do you think I should join in his new show?"

Dora pretended that she was making a hard decision, then said, "Well, why don't you hire me as the planner of your new show, and I can help you persuade her to join in it."

Hearing that, William wore a sad face. "Why is it so difficult for me to start up a business?"

"Dora..." When Ethan was about to say something, Dora interrupted him.

"Ethan, please let me try it myself this time. I want to see whether I have the ability to build a successful business on my own."

She decided to prove her ability before Ethan's face. Without relying on Ethan, she could also become an outstanding entertainment worker.

Ethan nodded, then looked to William.

William felt more stressed right now and didn't dare to reject it.

"No problem. We can share the benefits 3-7. I take 30%, and you take 70%, but Kylie-Aunt Ethan must be a long-term guest in my show!" William said.

Fannie was a member of Kylie's company, so she, of course, sided with Kylie. "It's very generous of Kylie that she joins your show for the first episode. If the show is high in the ratings, the price will be higher in the second episode."

"What? Fannie is also working for you now?" William was surprised.

"Fannie is an excellent member of my studio." Kylie smiled. "Fannie, you've put it very well, and I'll offer you a higher salary!"

Nate looked at them and said with his jaw laid on his palm, "How come I have a feeling that you all are working for a couple of Kylie and Ethan?"

"You didn't realize it until now?" Stephen opened his mouth. "Ethan must pay today's bill."

"No problem!" Kylie said on behalf of Ethan and raised her glass again.

They had another toast with happiness.

After drinking for a while, they started to chat with each other in two and three.

William was talking with Kylie about his ideas about his new show. Dora made an excuse that she wanted to smoke and left the private room.

She stood on the terrace, looking at the bright moon in the dark sky. She took a long breath out with smoke and suddenly felt someone was standing behind her.

Dora didn't bother to turn around, and said, "Kylie's pregnant now, and you can't smoke. I bet you must miss it." Saying that she drew out a cigarette and handed it over. "It's not very strong. You can enjoy it."

"I've already got rid of it," he said lightly.

Dora was struck dumb for a second, then turned around to look at Ethan. His delicate fine features looked more attractive in the moonlight.

She knew it more clearly than anyone else how addicted he had been to cigarettes, but he could get rid of it for the sake of Kylie.

There was a wry smile on her lips, and she put the cigarette back. "She's your angel."

"She's my life." Ethan sounded determined.

He looked to Dora and remained silent for a while. "Kylie said you could stay with us."

Hearing that, Dora's eyes were full of tears again. She moved her head away at once. "What? Does she want to swear sovereignty right before my face?"

"She means it," Ethan said.

Dora couldn't help but let tears flow down through her cheeks, but she still did her best to control her voice and make herself sound relaxed. "No, I don't want to live in another person's place. I still want to find my own love. Haven't you heard of it? Every Jack has his Jill."

Ethan understood Dora would never accept failure, so he didn't insist. "Well, we'll keep a room for you, and you can come back whenever you want."

"Sure," Dora whimpered, biting her lips.

***

In the private room, Nate looked at Stephen with his legs crossed. "Stephen, why couldn't you get a woman you love?"

Stephen rolled his eyes at him. "I think you better figure it out yourself at first before you ask me that question. Kylie is the woman I loved too, but Ethan had her. I doubt if she still loves him once she learned the truth, "

"I know the answer very well, but I'm warning you, don't you dare betray us. You're the Doctor who developed something for our clan. Ethan will not forgive you once you spell his secret," Nate was a little drunk and laid his arm across Stephen's shoulder. "Those women who admire me can occupy a road from the beginning to the end!"

Stephen snorted, "So?"

"So, I need to try one by one to find out the best!" Saying it, Nate squeezed a handful of something into Stephen's palm. "Come on, try it."

Stephen looked down and was annoyed. Nate squeezed five condoms into his hand!

"What are you talking about? It seems very mysterious!" Dinah sat down right by Stephen's side.

Stephen didn't know what to do, but could only put them into his pocket.

"How much have you lost?" Stephen changed the subject.

Dinah beamed and spread out one hand.

"Five hundred?" Stephen asked.

"Nope."

"Five thousand?"

"Not even close."

"Fifty thousand?" Stephen was displeased. How could she lose fifty thousand dollars by just playing cards?

Dinah pouted and nodded. "They worked together against me!"

Nate was enjoying his success at this moment, and Stephen pulled him up without delay. "Nate, let's play cards together!"

The card game began once more.

This time, Stephen alone played against Nate and Fannie.

Kylie sided with Stephen. "I support Stephen!"

"I support Nate!" William joined in the game as well.

"I support Stephen too!" Dinah was excited.

Dora pushed the door open, walking inside, followed by Ethan. She stood behind Nate and said with a smile, "I know you'll lose money, so I support you out of kindness."

Nate was very cunning, and he had an idea of seeing he was at a disadvantage right now. "Ethan, come on, join us!" He believed Ethan would side with him.

Ethan agreed and sat down with them. Other people's stands changed as well.

Dinah supported her husband, as usual, William became Fannie's staff officer, Dora was supportive of Nate, and Kylie stood behind Ethan.

"Honey, win as much as you could, and I'll give you a reward tonight!" Kylie said, but Ethan hugged her to let her sit on his lap. "You can play cards, and I'll help you."