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The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 48: An Innocent Kiss
Joseph was confused, unsure of what Alice was planning. She was always full of surprises."I won’t open the door unless you turn them off. If you don’t, I’ll stay in here and won’t come out."Alice’s tone suggested she was pouting, determined to get her way.Sighing, Joseph pulled out his phone and turned off all the lights."They’re off."In the darkness, Joseph spoke.Moments later, the door creaked open, and Alice stepped out. In the dim night, Joseph could just make out her shy expression."Joseph, I’ve heard that if a man suppresses his desires for too long, it’s bad for his health."Alice stood before him, her head slightly lowered, her face flushed red as she mustered the courage to speak.Joseph froze, his mind reeling. What on earth was Alice trying to say?"Well, medically speaking, it’s true that suppressing a man’s desires for too long isn’t good for his health."Joseph responded instinctively to Alice's words."Then... close your eyes!"Alice glanced at him nervously, her
The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 49: Last Night Took a Toll
"I’m going to bed now. We have class tomorrow. You should get some sleep too. We’ll go to school together in the morning."With that, Alice made a playful face at Joseph and disappeared into her room.Joseph glanced at his shoulder, noticing the bite mark had actually drawn blood. She hadn’t held back at all—it was a pretty vicious bite.He couldn’t help but wonder what promises he had made to her in the past that she had held onto for so long, while he himself had forgotten.Sighing, Joseph headed back to his room.Lying in bed, he replayed Alice’s words in his mind. Somewhere along the line, he drifted off into a deep sleep.---By seven the next morning, Joseph was up, preparing a hearty breakfast.Despite the lack of sleep, he didn’t feel much of an impact. He’d noticed for a while now that his body wasn’t like that of an ordinary person.He had more endurance and stamina. Even if he didn’t sleep for a few days, he still felt energetic.Alice was already at the table, devouring br
The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 50: Misunderstood Massage
Alice glanced at the time. “Looks like it’s about time to go. Shall we head out?”“Alright, let’s go,” Joseph nodded, grabbing his things and heading for the door.“Hey, Joseph, about that massage you mentioned earlier—do we still have time for it? If not, it’s okay,” Alice asked as they got into the car, suddenly remembering his earlier promise.“Of course, we have time. I made sure to leave a little extra. It won’t take long.”“Come over here and lie down on the seat,” Joseph instructed, rolling up the windows and reclining the back seats. Thankfully, the car had enough space in the back; otherwise, it would’ve been a tight fit.“Alright,” Alice said obediently, climbing into the back and lying down as instructed.“Uh... Joseph, do I need to take off my clothes?” she asked innocently.Cough. “No, no need for that. This is just a quick massage, no need to get too formal,” Joseph replied, slightly flustered.“So for a formal massage, I’d have to take them off? I kind of want to try th
The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 51: I Would Never Let Joseph Get Hurt
"You’re absolutely right. Men may seem tough, but certain damage is irreversible.""My sister here speaks from experience. You’d better think carefully—it's one good meal, not a feast every time!"The two women spoke with increasing enthusiasm, leaving Alice no chance to interrupt. Her face burned with frustration."Aunties, I—"Alice tried once more, only to be cut off again."Say no more, dear. We’re off now. Don’t mind us being nosy."With a final word, the two women bustled away, leaving Alice stomping her foot in frustration."It’s not what you think!"She was both mortified and furious—how could a simple massage be so easily misunderstood?"Alice, come on. Don’t worry about them."Joseph, having overheard the entire exchange, couldn’t help but smile."Ugh! This is so infuriating. It’s nothing like what they think. They just jump to conclusions and don’t even give you a chance to explain.""Honestly, how can people like that exist?"Alice muttered indignantly as she climbed into
The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 52: Joseph, You're Even More Impressive
"What's going on over there? Why are so many people gathered?"Joseph glanced toward the school gates, where a large group of students was crowded around the notice board, discussing something animatedly."I’m not sure. The math department’s building is near the west gate, and that notice board is specifically for math department announcements."Alice followed his gaze, her curiosity piqued."Is that so?"Joseph raised an eyebrow."Let’s go check it out."Alice, normally not one to get involved in crowds, suddenly felt a surge of interest. It seemed that since Joseph entered her life, even the most mundane things had taken on a new sparkle.Sometimes, things that seem dull when done alone can be entirely different when shared with someone else.Grabbing Joseph’s arm, Alice led him toward the crowd.A group of students had gathered around the notice board, engaged in animated discussions. At the front of the group stood several professors, their faces weary from lack of sleep, their ey
The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 53: He May Not Be Your Husband, But He’s Still My Brother-in-Law
"This crowd is ridiculous."Heidi stood on her tiptoes, trying to see what was happening, but the mass of people blocked her view.However, Heidi was not one to give up easily. She began pushing the slimmer boys out of her way, dragging Fiona along as she muscled her way to the front. The boys, already wary of her reputation, parted to make room for her without protest."Hey, what’s going on here? What are you all staring at?"Heidi grabbed a boy by the collar, her voice sharp.The boy, upon realizing it was Heidi, immediately wilted, his bravado vanishing."Uh… well, they say a student or a professor came up with a new proof for a world-class math problem. The proof is posted here—it’s all handwritten, and the writing is really beautiful."The boy stammered, his voice trembling with fear."Oh? So, can you even understand it?"Heidi glanced at the handwritten proof on the notice board, then turned her gaze back to the boy."Uh... no, not really. I’m not in the math department. How cou
The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 54: I Want to Stay With You
"Lillian Rogers, the math department prodigy, is here.""Lillian Rogers is stunning, but her personality is so strange.""Do you think this new proof for Stokes’ theorem might be her work? Other than Lillian and the professors, I can’t think of anyone else in the math department who could’ve done it.""Who knows? She’s coming this way, so maybe we’ll find out soon."As the students whispered among themselves, a girl with black-rimmed glasses, clutching a stack of books to her chest, approached the notice board. Despite the glasses, they couldn’t mask the intelligence and sharpness in her eyes.As she neared, the crowd parted instinctively, allowing her a clear path to the board.Lillian Rogers stood motionless in front of the notice board, her eyes fixed on the handwritten proof, as if she were frozen in place.The crowd around her instinctively took a few steps back, creating some distance. Only a few elderly professors remained, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with her at the board."
The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 55: The Young Teacher
"It’s a good thing we’re early?""Mr. Harris, is something the matter?"Joseph noticed the urgency in Harris’s tone and raised an eyebrow."Here’s the situation. Professor Leonard Sanchez from the medical department was supposed to give a lecture today. It’s a really important one for students in the field, especially for graduate students researching related topics.""But Professor Sanchez just informed us that something urgent came up, and he won’t be able to make it. I’m scrambling to find someone to fill in for him. The lecture is more than two hours long, but if we can get someone to cover the first hour, that would help.""Professor Sanchez will be back after an hour and can take over then."Geoffrey Harris looked visibly troubled."Couldn’t you just delay the lecture by an hour? Or reschedule it?"Joseph frowned slightly."Delaying isn’t an option. The medical students have other classes, and we can’t ask them to disrupt their entire schedule for this one lecture.""And resched
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Chapter 256
"Money? Do you think I lack money right now?""I work at Nova University, earning at least six figures a month, with the highest level of salary and benefits.""Even if my salary weren’t enough, my various research paper royalties bring in a substantial amount every month.""And if, one day, I decided I didn’t want to work anymore, the Morgan family would still shower me with wealth. And you think you can talk to me about money?""I have only one answer to your request—no amount of money can buy my willingness."Joseph cast a cold glance at Fiona. Was this woman out of her mind? At a time like this, she actually thought she could buy him off with money?Did she really believe that just because she had some wealth, she could do whatever she pleased?Fiona lowered her head at his words, remaining silent, utterly subdued.If this were the past, she would never have imagined that Joseph would dare to speak to her like this."I'm sorry. But... if anything does happen, please... save Grandp
Chapter 255
Blake Morgan had likely been grinning ear to ear the moment he learned of Joseph’s expulsion from the Cooper family. He had probably even laughed in his sleep.Ungrateful descendants. Short-sighted fools. Arrogant and blind.Inwardly, old Mr. Cooper cursed Stephen Cooper and Maria Long a thousand times over.If those two were standing before him now, he wouldn’t hesitate to slap each of them across the face.Especially Maria Long—she was the one who held sway over the household. The divorce between Joseph and Fiona? There was no doubt in his mind—she had orchestrated the entire thing."Hahaha… Old Mr. Cooper, you must be joking. Your family may have cast Joseph aside, but we in the Morgan family certainly won’t! In our home, Joseph is treated with the highest regard.""A place to stay? That’s nothing. I could gift him several villas if he wanted. Money is trivial—but he refuses to accept my generosity.""In my household, nothing is off-limits to Joseph—not even my granddaughter. Of co
Chapter 254
Seeing that Bruce Cooper’s condition had stabilized, Joseph carefully removed the remaining silver needles from his body. Bruce Cooper could already feel the improvement. Just moments ago, he had felt suffocated, as if something was blocking his airways. Had he not been able to release that tension, he feared he would not have survived the ordeal. But thanks to Joseph’s intervention, the breath he had been struggling to catch finally eased. There was no denying it—Joseph, like his master before him, was a physician of the highest caliber, a man of extraordinary skill. It was a pity that such a man, such a brilliant healer, would no longer have anything to do with the Cooper family. "You have my deepest gratitude, Joseph." Old Mr. Cooper expressed his appreciation once more. "You’re too kind, sir. This is simply my duty." "Heidi, fetch some paper, ink, and a brush. I’ll write a prescription for your grandfather." Now that his work was nearly done, Joseph turned to Heidi. "Go
Chapter 253
"Years ago, he confided in me—he knew the Cooper family’s direct and collateral branches fought fiercely among themselves. But I never imagined you’d be so mad that you’d turn on your own kin. The old man had barely drawn his first breath after waking up, and you immediately hit him with the news that everything he built has been reduced to ruins." "If I were in his shoes, I wouldn’t just cough up blood. I’d be dead on the spot." Blake Morgan sneered, his words cutting through the air like a blade. "I…" Fiona opened her mouth to explain, but Blake Morgan cut her off before she could utter another word. "Enough. I’m not here to agitate him. I came for an important discussion with old Mr. Cooper and Joseph." Without sparing Fiona another glance, Blake Morgan bypassed her entirely, leading his entourage straight into the house. The servants hesitated, but without Fiona’s explicit orders—and given the intimidating presence of the bodyguards—they dared not intervene. Inside the gra
Chapter 252
"Dr. Martin, you may leave now. Or are you waiting for the old man to break your legs?" The matriarch’s voice was cold as she glanced at Charles Martin, who stood frozen in place. "Uh… oh! Yes, of course! I’ll leave now!" Charles Martin stammered, snapping back to reality. He hurriedly prepared to leave. "Wait a moment, Dr. Martin." Richard Anderson suddenly called out. Charles Martin hesitated, turning back in confusion. He didn’t recall having any conflict with Richard Anderson. "Dr. Martin, I’m Mr. Anderson from Nova City’s Health Bureau. Based on your actions today, I have serious doubts about your medical ethics and professional integrity. We will launch an investigation and consider revoking your medical license." Richard Anderson’s voice was stern. "I—" Charles Martin opened his mouth but couldn’t find the words to defend himself. "You may leave now. If you have anything to say, take it up with the Health Bureau." Richard Anderson dismissed him coldly. Charles Mart
Chapter 251
"Stop crying. Crying won’t solve anything. I need silence." Joseph’s voice was sharp, his patience worn thin by the sobbing. He cast a cold glance at Fiona, his tone carrying unmistakable authority. Fiona flinched at his words, quickly wiping her tears away. She dared not make another sound, merely standing aside, watching in silence. "Brother-in-law, if there’s anything you need me to do, just say the word." Heidi’s face was tense, but she remained composed compared to Fiona. Although old Mr. Cooper had coughed up a significant amount of blood, Heidi firmly believed that Joseph would have a way to handle it. "Find a fan—one that can be used manually. The old man needs air." Joseph issued his instructions with precision. "Got it." Without hesitation, Heidi hurried off to complete the task. "Dr. Wilson, old Mr. Cooper’s condition seems to be caused by an acute surge of blood pressure due to emotional distress. Is there anything we can do to assist?" Philip Anderson stepped f
Chapter 250
But she quickly pushed aside her thoughts, shifting her full attention back to her grandfather.Under Joseph's careful guidance, the old man obediently swished the water in his mouth and spat it out. He repeated this process over a dozen times until all traces of the dark blood had been cleansed from his lips."Heidi, give him some water to drink," Joseph instructed.Seeing the old man’s condition gradually improving, Heidi carefully followed Joseph's directions, helping him sip the warm water.The old man drank slowly at first, his movements deliberate. But eventually, he finished the entire bowl.A subtle change took place.His once-dull eyes grew clearer, sharper—even tinged with something akin to authority."Cough… cough… Life is but a fleeting moment, like a white horse passing through a gap. Three years… It feels like I’ve just awoken from a long dream."His voice, though weak, carried a profound depth. He turned his gaze to Joseph, his expression warm with gratitude."My grands
Chapter 249
"Is that it? I expected something more dramatic.""Not even a twitch. I thought this was supposed to be impressive?""Acupuncture has been tried before—it didn’t work then either."The room buzzed with subdued cynicism, skepticism evident in every hushed remark."Joseph, is that all? You don’t seem that remarkable after all," Charles Martin sneered, seizing the opportunity to mock him."What’s the rush? I still have one last needle," Joseph remarked, a faint smile playing at the corner of his lips as he picked up the final, larger needle.All eyes locked onto it.Philip Anderson and Leonard Sanchez tensed.Leonard simply sensed that something monumental was about to happen, while Philip Anderson recalled Joseph’s earlier words—he had mentioned that the final needle would stimulate the Mid-Spinal Acupoint.Was the moment finally here?Philip Anderson stared unblinkingly at Joseph’s hands, unwilling to miss even a second of what was to come.Then, in a decisive motion, Joseph drove the
Chapter 248
"Hand me a set of standard silver needles," Joseph requested.Without hesitation, Richard Anderson complied."Professor Wilson, just focus on your work. I'll keep an eye on this guy—he has no medical knowledge, and I don’t want him messing up as your assistant. If I had known, I would have brought Lindsay along." Philip Anderson stood nearby, watching intently."I appreciate it, Mr. Anderson," Joseph said."Professor Wilson, let me assist you. I’m strong and steady—I won’t fumble," Leonard Sanchez offered enthusiastically.Joseph considered it for a moment and then nodded. Leonard Sanchez was indeed an experienced hand.The spectators found the scene increasingly perplexing. Both Philip Anderson and Leonard Sanchez—renowned experts and esteemed professors—were willing to assist Joseph? Just how skilled was this man?"Mr. Wilson, if I let go of the old man’s head, it’ll just drop down again. I can’t keep holding it like this forever," Alvarez remarked."Professor Sanchez, hand me a box
