Chapter 262

She was originally worried that Michael would blame her, but now that Aaron had taken all the responsibility, Violet naturally wouldn't say anything more.

She had underestimated Aaron's cunning.

She didn't expect him to be so tolerant.

He didn't complain about her in front of Michael?

But for now, she could only focus on Michael and wait for the right moment to deal with Aaron.

"Michael, what are you talking about? I'm not such a petty person that I would make Aaron compensate me for a cup. As long as you're not mad at me."

Violet took the opportunity to present herself as a sweet and obedient person.

She knew very well what kind of woman men liked. As long as she used some tactics, she wasn't afraid of not getting Michael.

"As long as you're happy, I have nothing to be angry about."

Michael deliberately said this for Violet to hear.

Usually, a small warning was fine, but he couldn't really anger Violet.

After all, the mysterious family behind Violet had not yet shown themselves, and he needed to continue this act.

After a while, the logistics team came to clean up the mess on the floor.

Michael also changed his clothes and tidied himself up in front of the mirror before coming out of the lounge.

Last time, Isabella had said he looked bad and complained that he hadn't shaved properly. He remembered this and always paid attention to his image management.

As soon as he sat down in the chair at his desk, Violet came over.

She looked at the dark circles under his eyes with concern, "Michael, have you been worried about something lately? You look so pale."

"It's nothing." Michael gently brushed away her hand that was about to touch him and opened a file in front of him.

But thinking about what Nolan had said to him last night, his heart couldn't help but ache.

At that time, he had indeed used Daniel's illness to force Isabella into a relationship with him, and she was pregnant as he wished.

But he never expected that Isabella wouldn't have any attachment to him.

She had prepared a birth agreement early on to sever ties with him.

Now she was back with Nolan, and she liked Nolan so much that they might not be able to wait until their divorce to be together.

But he was still unwilling.

That was his wife and baby. Why should Nolan take them away?

Yes, he hadn't recognized his feelings at first and only saw Isabella as an order from Aiden, but now he regretted it and wanted to win her back.

But Isabella had clearly realized that she had married the wrong person.

Her thoughts had returned to Nolan.

They had missed the best three years, and in the end, they were still heading towards separation?

But his expression fell into Violet's eyes, and she couldn't help but think of Michael mentioning Aiden calling him back to the Brown Villa a few days ago.

Could it be that Michael had already told the Brown Family about her, which was why he had been in a bad mood these past few days?

Aiden had always been prejudiced against her, so it made sense that he wouldn't agree.

But she didn't care. As long as Isabella's illegitimate child was gone, the Brown Family would naturally shift their attention to her.

So he had been worrying about their future all along.

She had misunderstood him.

Violet thought of a brilliant idea.

"Michael, I remember your birthday is in a few days. This birthday is very special because it's our first birthday together. I want to make it special."

If she could take this opportunity to have a romantic trip with Michael, she didn't believe he wouldn't have feelings for her.

The idea flashed through her mind, and Violet imagined the two of them traveling alone.

"How about we go out to sea? I heard that watching the snow on the sea is a unique experience. I want to experience it with you."

At that time, there would only be the two of them on the yacht, and whatever she did would be a romantic gesture between lovers.

Maybe Michael would like her more in that aspect.

And going out to sea would eliminate any unrelated people, allowing her to fully implement her plan.

"We'll see. There's still time, and there might be changes by then."

Watching the snow on the sea was indeed a good idea, but he wanted Isabella by his side, not Violet.

But he didn't directly refuse, at least giving Violet some hope.

That way, she wouldn't keep pestering him.

But once his thoughts opened up, they were unstoppable.

Since the last hurried goodbye in the car, he found himself wanting to see Isabella more and more.

Whenever he had free time, he would wonder what she was doing.

Was the baby in her belly okay?

That day, he had touched her swollen belly. It had only been three months, but he felt the budding life inside.

That was his and Isabella's child.

At that moment, he felt the responsibility of being a father.

Thinking about the child's birth, he wanted to teach him to talk, walk, and even give him everything he had.

Every time he had these thoughts, he desperately wanted to be by their side.

But it always ended in a helpless sigh.

What Michael didn't notice was that his actions were all observed by Aaron.

Having been by Michael's side for several years, Aaron was well aware of his emotions.

There were some things Michael couldn't say in front of Violet, but Aaron could see that Michael was hiding something.

"Mr. Brown, I have an idea. Your private yacht is so big, it would be too dull if it was just you and Ms. Cooper. Why not invite more people to your birthday party? It would be more lively."

Aaron intentionally gave a hint, guessing that Michael would understand his intention.

But Violet was unhappy with this suggestion.

The idea was hers, and she only wanted to go out to sea alone with Michael, enjoying their time together. But Aaron had to interfere at this moment.

Michael raised an eyebrow and handed the decision to Violet, "What do you think?"

"Michael, I just want..."

But facing Michael's deep eyes, Violet couldn't say the words of refusal. She didn't want him to think she was a selfish person.

Seeing this, Michael took the decision.

He instructed Aaron, "Alright, let's do as you suggested. The more people, the merrier. Invite as many people as possible."

Aaron knew Michael's thoughts and immediately asked, "Mr. Brown, since it's such a big occasion, should we invite Mrs. Brown as well? Otherwise, the media might start rumors."

Michael's expression remained unchanged, and he nodded slightly after a moment of hesitation, "Yes, invite her as well. Isabella, as my wife, should attend my birthday."

"Okay, Mr. Brown, I'll take care of it."

Aaron blinked and was about to leave when Violet suddenly stopped him, "No! Michael, didn't you say you had no feelings for her? Why invite her to your birthday? What about me?"