On the other end of the line, Abigail didn't refute Natalie's words. After all, those who stood at the summit, whether outwardly or inwardly, were not simple individuals. "Perhaps you're right," Abigail admitted."Alright." Natalie ended the call.Sitting in the darkness, Natalie's mind was in turmoil. When Irwin returned, she remained seated where she was. The man approached, his cool aura enveloping her.He knelt and took Natalie's hand. Then, he said, "Your hands are still cold."His tone was gentle. Without a second thought, Natalie withdrew her hand from his grasp.Irwin fell silent as bitterness flashed in his eyes.To say he was sad...!Despite Irwin successfully separating Cedric from Natalie, it wasn't like he was having a good time by her side. He didn't know how to break down the barriers in Natalie's heart."Nat," he sighed deeply, wanting to say something. But seeing Natalie's indifferent expression, he held back his words.As days passed by, Natalie's eye
In the afternoon, Irwin sought out Edward. The atmosphere between them was tense. Whether it was Irwin or Cedric, they had pinned all their hopes on Edward.After hearing the purpose of Irwin's visit, Edward looked at him with a serious expression and said, "If there's still no response at this point, there's no need to continue drinking the medicine."Irwin fell silent.His already troubled expression darkened a bit more upon hearing this statement. "You don't have to use Max to threaten me. Her injuries were too severe! Regardless of how we tried to control it, it was only a matter of time. If she had come to me earlier, there might have been a better chance for her to recover."Earlier?Yes, the previous successful cases were all because those people sought help upon discovering damage to their eyes. And what about Natalie?Two whole years.During those two years, her family had only controlled the lights around her and made her take some medication. In doing those things
When did his fear of letting Natalie know about Blair start? He knew...He always knew about Cedric's feelings for Natalie. Over the years, he had been exploiting those feelings. Back then, Cedric drove him crazy! And he wanted to make Cedric feel that madness completely. Did Cedric truly taste this bitterness now? However, Irwin felt no relief in his heart!"Does he know?" Irwin asked.He was referring to Cedric's awareness of Blair.Dylan frowned. After a moment's thought, he said, "I think he's known for a long time." After all, if he didn't know, how could he be so deeply moved by Natalie? On the other hand, even if Irwin had fallen for Natalie, it was only because of the obsession in his heart. That obsession would always overshadow them. That obsession had also blinded him. Now, it was all out in the open! He wasn't just angry. He was also in turmoil.The only time he felt peace... was when he was with Natalie!"He's known for a long time..." Irwin murmu
Irwin wasn't like Cedric. He didn't forbid Natalie from contacting her family.Even when she contacted them, Natalie didn't allow Lydia to disclose her situation here. With both the Entes family and Wexford in turmoil, Stephen couldn't remain uninvolved. Ultimately, Natalie didn't want her family to worry too much about her. Even now. "No, it's fine."She wanted to see what else Irwin could do! But if he wanted to use her again, it depended on whether she agreed or not.-Once, in the struggle between Cedric and Irwin, Natalie endured considerable harm.Now, she remained silent about matters that concerned them!-Heather called. Her concern for Natalie was evident as they spoke to each other."Don't worry, I can actually already tell…""Can you see?" Heather sounded tense on the phone.Natalie fell silent.See?! Since the moment she lost her sight completely, she knew... this time, seeing again was just wishful thinking for her. When did the desire to see agai
As the final days approached, it became increasingly agonizing for Irwin. Natalie could almost feel how suffocated Irwin was. It was a testament to the torment he endured. Yet, in the face of Irwin's torment, Natalie remained silent."Do you feel anything?" Irwin's emotions were barely concealed in his words."No," Natalie replied, her response unchanged.It was unclear how many times Irwin had asked this question during this time, just as Natalie didn't know how many times she had replied with the same answer.As she finished speaking, Natalie keenly sensed the urgency emanating from the man.Such urgency was unlike any other time...!It was as if he's enduring something...!They were too complicated!Natalie naturally didn't know why Irwin was feeling this way.After breakfast, Irwin made a phone call from his study. It was an hour-long conversation whose recipient remained unknown. When he emerged, the gravity in his demeanor was obvious."I'm taking you somewhere,"
Stephen and Heather were Natalie's parents. They knew just how much Natalie resented Cedric and Irwin. Yet nobody anticipated that Cedric would make such a choice at Natalie's most crucial moment. Natalie, however, remained oblivious to it all!She was still in Yuloria, unaware of what would happen if Edward's medicine proved ineffective. She had no idea what scene awaited her next!At this moment, everyone's hearts were tightening."Don't let Nat find out!" Heather thought for a moment before telling Stephen."You..." Stephen started to speak, but Heather interrupted firmly, "This is what Cedric owes Nat! Whatever the consequences, he should bear them."Indeed, this was what Cedric owed Natalie. No matter the hardship, it was his burden to bear.Though Heather spoke these words, her eyes betrayed a complexity and pain that was difficult to decipher.Honestly, the emotions between Natalie and Cedric...Despite witnessing Natalie being utterly devastated by Cedric, seein
Kyle nodded. His eyes were filled with complicated emotions as he continued looking at Cedric!At this point, it was clear that even those close to Cedric couldn't understand. Once, whether it was him or Lucas, they both felt that Isabella was the most important presence in Cedric's world!But...!Even though Cedric had watched how devastated Isabella was when she went blind, he never entertained the idea of sacrificing his own eyes for her.At that time, even though he told Natalie to give Isabella her eyes...! Even then, they could tell Cedric was just saying those things out of anger.He never thought about taking Natalie to the operating room.During that time, no one knew how much had happened!In such chaos, no one could see through Cedric.Especially when he personally sent Natalie to prison, they... almost confirmed Isabella's importance in Cedric's heart.But they didn't know what kind of emotions were attached to that importance!But at this moment, Kyle and Luc
Did it hurt?It hurt a lot...!So, placing someone would never return in the deepest and most important place in one's heart felt like this.Cedric had once occupied the most important place in Natalie's heart, but such a position also ended in tragedy for Natalie.Once, Natalie had waited for him, regardless of anything that happened.Cedric had taken it for granted!Once, he had been so arrogant!After enduring Natalie's indifference, he felt the despair...!"Shh. Stop crying, okay?""I want Mommy." Kayla looked at Cedric as she cried pitifully. Tears streamed down her face.Cedric closed his eyes to cover up the bitterness and pain in them!He... also missed her!Since leaving Yuloria, he had been thinking about her all the time.-In Wexford, everything that needed to be dealt with has been almost sorted out. Three months' time was enough for many things to happen.And what happened shocked the entire Wexford and the Entes family. Stephen was the only one who remai
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