Watching the woman in front of her tremble, Bianca said, "Stop doing these meaningless things!"The more Yvette did, the more disappointed she would be. Eventually, she would put all the blame on Zane.Bianca had seen too many of the same situations over the years. It was just wishful thinking on Yvette's part!Yvette became increasingly angry and intense. "Lord Malcolm, right?"Bianca remained silent. At this moment, Yvette's tone was full of restraint."What do you want to say?" Bianca's tone grew colder."Do you think no one knows about what happened between you and Lord Malcolm? If that person finds out..."Yvette trailed off, and her gaze at Bianca became sharper. Her eyes carried a strong sense of warning and threat.Bianca naturally noticed. "Are you threatening me?""If that person knows, Zane must get my father's support. Do you think Zane would still want you then?""You can try." Bianca looked at Yvette, who had lost all rationality.Regardless of Yvette's w
Cedric led Natalie out. As they left, cold raindrops splashed on their faces. Natalie asked, "Where are we going?""The doctor has agreed to examine you."In these twenty days, despite Natalie's rejection of this man, he remained by her side. Natalie had no idea about the current situation in Wexford, but she felt it must be in chaos.Yet, Cedric had not left her side.In the car, Natalie said, "Don't think I'll forgive you just because of this."Did she feel touched? Not at all...! Even though Cedric had accompanied her through these troubled times in Yuloria, Natalie felt no sense of gratitude.Her words made the man sitting beside her stiffen for a moment, and then he unabashedly pulled her into his arms. Then, he said, "I don't need your forgiveness. I want you to get better."Forgiveness? Given the current situation, Cedric naturally understood that Natalie could never forgive him. Indeed, she would never.But so what?He just wanted her to get better. During
"Well, I think we can consider surgery..." Natalie said.Cedric replied, "Mr. Larkin has treated over a hundred cases of severe patients like you and has excellent experience. Trust me."Trust him? Natalie sneered.Cedric fell silent. Watching her reaction, he couldn't help but feel a bit uneasy, but he couldn't blame her. After all, the situation they were in now was mostly caused by him. Cedric didn't say anything to defend himself. In her heart, he had let her down repeatedly when she needed him the most, and her lack of trust was completely understandable.It was the consequences of one's actions, as they say. Cedric was now tasting the bitterness he had brought upon himself.-In the courtyard, the scent of traditional medicine permeated the air. Over the years, being around Heather had given Natalie enough experience to recognize the aroma of these herbs. This time, the medicine was very bitter. At lunchtime, a bowl of medicine was handed to Natalie. "Take y
As Cedric watched Natalie endure the bitterness, he felt helpless and distressed.If it were possible, he truly wished he could be the one taking this medicine. This way, Natalie could feel a bit better."Cedric, I hate you!" Natalie trembled at the mere thought of having to endure this bitter medicine for such a long time.So, regardless of her previous restraint and efforts to conceal her emotions, she now displayed them to Cedric without reservation. She genuinely hated this man!She wished he were dead!Yes.She really hated him."I know," Cedric replied.He knew...!"You don't know. You know nothing." Natalie murmured softly.Indeed, Cedric knew nothing.A person didn't usually harbor such deep hatred unless the other person had hurt them to the extreme. If it were any other matter, it wouldn't be a big deal. However, Cedric was more than just detestable to Natalie."Yes, I don't know." Cedric acknowledged. He didn't know if he and Natalie had a future toge
Pain reflected in Cedric's eyes as he touched the uneven skin beneath her neck.Originally, he had considered getting her skin treated together, but after witnessing her struggle with the medicine... Cedric couldn't bear it.It was too painful. He finally understood why she had refused surgery, whether for her eyes or her skin. It was simply too agonizing. Just taking the medication was subjecting her to such profound suffering, let alone the multiple procedures to repair her skin.As she had said... !Did he really think that after being injured, getting medical treatment would be enough? The pain during an injury was one thing, but during the recovery, there was a different, more excruciating kind of pain waiting for her.Once someone got hurt, often they lost the courage to get better. That was what Natalie had experienced. She was telling him that now she didn't even have the courage to recover. Those experiences were more than just painful for her—they were thin
In the morning, Natalie was fumbling around in the small courtyard. She was trying to find her way, but then someone grabbed her wrist.The man gently held her and pulled her into his arms. "You don't need to do all this."In their previous life, she was accustomed to struggling in the darkness. However, in Cedric's eyes, she didn't need to make such efforts in this life."Will my eyes really get better?"Up to this point, Natalie couldn't help but doubt whether she could truly get better. After all, what was it?The medicine was so bitter! It seemed impossible to think she could recover by just taking that kind of medicine!Cedric replied, "Yes!"On this point, Cedric was confident. Regardless of the cost, he was determined to make Natalie better!Natalie was silent.Really?In her previous life, she spent her time in darkness until she reached the end! During that time in darkness, what she felt the most was pain.Undoubtedly, she was afraid.Despite trying to ada
When Cedric heard Natalie's words, a storm brewed in his eyes, and the strength of his arms around Natalie intensified. If that had happened... what kind of despair had she experienced at that moment? Cedric couldn't help but tremble.Nat... his Nat...! "Nat, things aren't like that! I didn't want that!" Cedric said in a somewhat hoarse voice.How could he? Even if he had to endure such pain himself, he would never let Natalie go through it. The situation back then was definitely not like that!"Nat, believe me."Cedric was anxious.More than that, he felt heartbroken for Natalie.Damn him!At that time, how desperate must Natalie have been! They had ten years between them...!What kind of pain and despair did she feel when such information was given to her? What did she feel as she left the world...?Cedric couldn't bear to think about it at this moment. He knew that if he had been in Natalie's place, he would feel the same pain and despair."But you know what
At that time, how could he have forced Natalie?Looking back on it now...Yes, he had forced Natalie. He did it because Isabella ultimately sacrificed herself for Natalie in their previous life.So, he arrogantly assumed that Natalie had to accept Kayla and take good care of her in this lifetime.But now, he reflected on it...!After he heard what Natalie said, Cedric knew that Natalie had never owed anyone anything...!It was no wonder Natalie always said that Isabella deserved everything she had endured!It was her retribution.After all, Natalie had died in such despair back then."I was wrong. I'm sorry!" Cedric repeated."And you not only wanted me to accept Kayla but also wanted me to admit that I owe Isabella?"Actually, Natalie could overlook those things.However, Cedric felt his throat tightened!He had no right to demand anything from Natalie. He had no right at all!Natalie continued, "You even want to use Luna to save Kayla!"Her words were filled with u
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