Later in the morning, Cedric went out. He went to meet the rumored doctor, Edward!During this time, Lydia and Xyla tried to find someone they could borrow a phone from, but all their efforts were in vain...! Since Cedric had confiscated their phones, he naturally had plans to guard against this."When we went out in the morning, his people followed us the entire time. We didn't have a chance to contact anyone," Lydia said with a hint of annoyance. It was evident that Cedric truly wasn't allowing any contact between them and anyone from Simeria during this period.Natalie sat in the darkness. Her surroundings were pitch black, making it impossible to sense any directions. Lydia glanced at Natalie. "Miss.""Hmm?""We need to at least contact Madam...!" Lydia and Xyla both understood the depth of Heather's concern towards Natalie. They could disregard everything else happening, but...Heather must be the one who was most anxious and unable to calm down right now!Ever sinc
"Nat." Watching Natalie resist him, Cedric's heart ached. Their past was something better left forgotten, something unspeakable. Every time it was brought up, it felt like reopening a healed scar, causing the pain to flare up again. It was something they couldn't face, but they had to anyway."Let's talk about everything once your eyes are better," Cedric said. He wanted to say more but ultimately swallowed his words. His tone contained more than bitterness.Natalie ignored him. He hadn't expressed any intention of taking her to the doctor. It seemed that the doctor truly had a peculiar personality, as he had said. So, was his trip today a wasted effort?During lunch, Natalie reached out across the table. As she did, Cedric grabbed her wrist."I'll help you."However, it was too late. Natalie knocked over the cup in front of her, and water splashed everywhere. Lydia and Xyla hurriedly cleaned up. Cedric held Natalie, preventing her from getting wet. At that moment,
It was just this much, yet Cedric couldn't bear it anymore?Then, what about Natalie? How much did she endure and suffer by his side before? Did Cedric still remember? He seemed to have forgotten everything.Natalie took a deep breath and said, "Let go!""When you recover, you can do whatever you want," Cedric said in a restrained tone.That was right!They could talk about everything once she recovered. Her emotions shouldn't fluctuate too much now. Cedric was genuinely worried about her current state.However, Natalie seemed to pay no attention to any of this.Cedric felt helpless because he realized he didn't know what to do with Natalie right now.Natalie said, "I said, let go!"Her tone remained cold.Cedric looked at her adamant appearance. Even with hollow eyes, she couldn't hide how stubborn she was.This was the real Natalie...! At this moment, Cedric also remembered that in their last life...Their relationship had only truly shattered after she lost her sig
Cedric figured it out.She... was deliberately provoking him! Knowing he had a bad temper, she wanted to provoke him so that he would leave.She... didn't want to see him! She couldn't stand even feeling his presence!"No matter what you say, I won't leave," Cedric declared.Natalie fell silent.He figured it out?!"After all, it's been so many years," Cedric said. Regardless of the nature of their relationship, they had a certain level of understanding between them, right? They had been together for a decade!Regardless of how they started, Cedric thoroughly understood what he should know about her.Natalie remained silent.Lunch passed in such a tense atmosphere. Although Natalie used to love Yuloria dishes, they tasted bland with Cedric around. She had said too much, hadn't she?That was why Natalie didn't talk to Cedric after that. She didn't answer any of his questions. She completely ignored him!Cedric bought her the best-known snacks from Yuloria, sayin
And now, Cedric was spending so much time by her side?In Natalie's mind, that was simply impossible...! However, in the end, Cedric confirmed his words with actions. A few days passed... then even a week! Even... after half a month, Cedric showed no intention of leaving.He remained by her side!He acted in such a carefree manner as the days passed, and Natalie couldn't contact anyone in Simeria, so she didn't know the situation in Wexford either. Cedric went out every day, but the rumored doctor seemed very stubborn and never gave in!So, Natalie still didn't receive treatment during the half month she spent in Yuloria. However, there was a doctor there to stabilize her condition. It seemed that Cedric was willing to pay any price to get that rumored doctor.-Meanwhile, Irwin was in Wexford and was aware that Cedric had taken Natalie away. He found out after a week, and he even knew that Natalie might be permanently blind.From the information Irwin had obtained fro
When someone was crucial in another person's heart, they would undoubtedly feel uneasy when they got news of them, regardless of whether it was true or false.Undoubtedly, Cedric allowed the people on Irwin's side to see the importance of Kayla in his heart. If he really received such news, how would he react? Regardless of what was said here, there would be doubts in Cedric's mind.Irwin understood Cedric too well. He knew Cedric's biggest weakness, which was why he wanted to spread such a rumor."Understood!" Dylan nodded.Irwin's tone was deep. "Nat can't stay by his side."Since they couldn't find Cedric, they needed to make him appear voluntarily. Irwin knew what kind of person Cedric was over the years and how he felt about Wexford. So, no matter what, he couldn't...Irwin already regretted that Natalie was dragged into Wexford's mess, so he didn't want her involved further."Yes, sir." Dylan nodded, showing that he understood Irwin's intentions. Although he hadn
At this moment, the aura emanating from Bianca sharply contrasted with Malcolm's fierceness.She remained calm and indifferent. Even Malcolm, who had witnessed numerous instances of coldness over the years, found Bianca's demeanor chilling.However, it evoked a disturbing sensation in him. "You're truly indifferent," Malcolm said, his words dripping with danger.Bianca replied, "I apologize. I can't empathize with the pain of those unrelated to me."It was always difficult to feel when things don't happen to oneself.This wasn't about being cold or not, especially considering that Bianca had no significant connection with Faye, Jade, or even Malcolm. Even if they had some connections, their interactions were far from pleasant! So, when their lives met tragic ends, she remained indifferent.Moreover, so much had happened between her and Malcolm!Did he expect her to feel regret and sadness for Faye and Jade's fate after suffering so much?Suddenly, Malcolm reached out to
The atmosphere had initially calmed and became relaxed, but Bianca stirred it up with her words immediately!The smile on her lips seemed mocking but also exuded a venomous vibe. She gazed at Malcolm's furious eyes, the crimson within them revealing the intensity of his anger. However, she remained indifferent. She took a deep breath and said, "Since it was a severe illness, her death must have been miserable."It was more than miserable...!When Jade had been on the brink of death, she pleaded with Malcolm not to let her die. She had schemed and calculated everything just to avoid such a fate. How could she willingly depart the world like that? But even Malcolm, who was like a god in her eyes, couldn't save her at that moment. Yes, in that situation, Malcolm was utterly powerless. Jade breathed her last right before his eyes, and the despair surrounded Malcolm.He had the means to save her, but because of Bianca...!"You...!" Malcolm hissed through gritted teeth.Bianc
Bianca was still pondering how to reject Malcolm. Undoubtedly, even when she sought him out a week ago and proposed they get married, she hadn't truly wanted to marry him. As she contemplated things now, she even anticipated how crazed Malcolm might become when she presented her decision.Her phone buzzed with a call from Malcolm. In the past, Bianca would have ignored it outright, but now... she wasn't one to burn bridges."Hello?""I'll be there in ten minutes. Come down.""It's quite late."Just like before, whenever this man wanted to talk to her, especially about meeting up, she couldn't muster a pleasant expression.The man on the other end of the line simply stated, "I want to see you."Bianca’s heart clenched at those words. She was accustomed to Malcolm's cold, domineering demeanor. Even when he desired a woman, he maintained that haughty attitude. So, hearing such tender words from him was beyond her expectations."Hmph.""Come down, okay? I have a surprise for you."
As Zane reached halfway up the hill, he noticed a familiar car parked outside. Neil, the butler, was waiting outside, and upon seeing Zane return, he approached respectfully."Lord Zane.""Who's here?" Zane frowned, glancing at the brightly lit villa.What was going on? Usually, this place was dim in the evenings, but today, everything was unexpectedly bright."Ms. Stewart has returned," Neil replied.Zane's mind went blank for a moment. He stared stiffly at the butler, his pupils rapidly constricting."Ms. Stewart arrived this afternoon."Yvette!The familiar name flashed through Zane's mind like a gust of wind. How many times had he wanted to hold onto her? But in the end, for various reasons, he had to let her go bit by bit.And now, Yvette was back!Where had she been all this time?Since leaving Simeria, it was like she was a bird that had escaped its cage and soared into the sky, never to return. Zane had asked the Stewart family about her once, but even they didn't kn
"Maybe something happened," said Bianca.Natalie felt her eyelids twitch in response. What kind of terrifying situation was this?"When I say 'something happened,' I don't mean anything bad, but..."But what?In that moment, Bianca's gaze toward Natalie deepened, and she understood what her friend meant."You mean...?" asked Natalie.Bianca nodded silently.Natalie fell quiet as she pondered the situation.What if that was really the case?Natalie couldn't help but admit that if it truly was, it would naturally be a favorable outcome for her."Don't forget, if he can come, he can also leave. He can't change anything here, so it's better for him to return to the world he belongs to," Bianca explained.During this time, Natalie had transformed Simeria into a fortress. But even in such circumstances, Cedric had mysteriously vanished. Up until now, there hadn't been any clues. Even Kyle had been through so much, yet hadn't uttered any useful information.So, it had to be said t
Bianca’s calmness and composure, despite her young age, spoke volumes about how her experiences and wisdom had shaped her thoughts.Curtis, initially worried about her, felt somewhat relieved seeing the tranquility and maturity in his daughter’s eyes.He nodded slowly. "Hmm."In the end, he agreed.After all, she was his daughter. Despite not being raised by him since childhood, Curtis could see it clearly. Like her mother, Bianca would stick to her decisions, impervious to outside interference.Seeing Curtis finally eating, Bianca felt a sense of relief. After lunch, she considerately accompanied her father for a stroll before allowing him to rest.When Carol emerged from Curtis' room, she saw Bianca waiting nearby and hurried over respectfully."Miss.""How is he?" Bianca inquired."Sir is still worried about you, miss," Carol replied sincerely.Having been by Curtis' side for many years, Carol naturally understood Bianca's significance in his heart.Bianca sighed. "It wil
As she spoke, Seraphine felt the already dangerous aura around the man grow even darker, sending her heart racing. She tried to speak, but found herself speechless."Hmph, you useless thing!" Zane cursed menacingly.Cold sweat soaked Seraphine's back completely."There must be a way," she choked out, her tone tense.At that moment, Seraphine recalled what Zane had said to her before she came back to Simeria.He had told her that he never kept useless individuals around him. To gain his protection, one had to be useful. And now, Seraphine's only use—her engagement to Malcolm—had been effortlessly annulled."Heh," Zane sneered disdainfully.For Seraphine, this disdain was not only humiliating, but also starkly different from her experiences with Eleanor. In Eleanor's presence, she had never faced such disrespect. But now, it seemed like anyone could trample on her.In the past, even members of the Entes family wouldn't openly show contempt towards her, but now… Those past comfort
Seraphine had always harbored resentment towards Bianca. But Bianca had always been a rather composed individual, rarely resorting to such actions.So, what was she doing now?"You..." Seraphine's initial fury had been turned to speechlessness by Bianca's aggression.When Seraphine glanced at Bianca, she caught a glimpse of malice in the other woman's eyes.Before Seraphine could utter a word, Bianca bluntly asked, "You know, don't you?"Seraphine stayed silent.Know what?"You knew that Lord Malcolm and Lord Zane are half brothers You also knew why Lord Zane sought you out and took your side, right?" Bianca continued.Seraphine's face drained of color in an instant. And every subtle change in her expression was noticed by Bianca, whose eyes were filled with icy mockery.Stepping forward, Bianca gripped Seraphine's delicate chin. Seraphine instinctively tried to evade, but Bianca's hold was firm."You still dare claim this is your home?" Bianca scoffed."This has always been
When would the cycle of revenge end?While Bianca hadn't decided what to do about Eleanor's actions, Zane had already shown his claws.When would it end?If someone kept chasing after a person, what could they do?"Bia…"Curtis wanted to say something to his daughter, but was met with her unwavering gaze. Clearly, she wouldn't back down this time, just like her mother never did when faced with such situations. Both women faced things head-on, without flinching."Don't worry, okay?" Bianca reassured Curtis.There was another reason she was insisting on staying in Simeria—Bianca knew Curtis wouldn't leave with her. So, she wouldn't leave either.-Bianca and Curtis talked for a long time.Curtis still wanted to send her abroad, but her resolute attitude left him powerless. Moreover, from various pieces of information gathered earlier, it was clear that Bianca was a strong-willed child.No matter what problems she faced, she had her own opinions. So, asking her to leave was s
When Bianca returned to the Holly family’s residence, she found Curtis staring gravely at some documents. When he started coughing violently, his face turning as pale as a sheet, Carol hurried over to check on him."Sir, let Ms. Bianca handle these documents. Please don't strain yourself," Carol said, her tone full of concern."I see now," Curtis muttered heavily, as if he had just realized something crucial.Not understanding what he meant, Carol simply urged, "Your health can't handle this strain. Don't tire yourself out. You must trust Ms. Bianca."Curtis fell silent.Trust?He had always trusted Bianca, but now he regretted bringing her back. If he had never found her, would things be different now?"Where did she go?" Curtis asked."Ms. Bianca went out, but she'll be back soon," Carol reassured him, gently taking the documents from his hands.Ever since Bianca told the older woman about Curtis' health problems, Carol had been extra vigilant, making sure he avoided anythin
Bianca stared at the dangerous man, memories of their harmonious past flashing through her mind. Those moments had once seemed so genuine, yet now felt laughably absurd."Haha, how ridiculous!" Bianca scoffed, her laughter bitter."Bianca!" Zane's voice was sharp, cutting through her mirth."Zane, what if I reveal your true intentions to everyone? What will they think then?""Who would believe you?" Zane interrupted coldly, not letting her finish.Bianca's smile froze on her lips. He was right.Who would believe her? Curtis might, and so would Natalie. But was their trust enough?Clearly, it wasn't.But did it matter?"It's not your concern who believes me. I have never needed anyone's belief to stand strong," said Bianca.Many had doubted her before, but none had ever managed to break her spirit. The dangers she faced now might be greater, but for Bianca, they were just another set of challenges.She had overcome every hardship she encountered. This time would be no differe