But everyone was disappointed.Bianca was gone for a long time. Time passed slowly—two weeks, a month, even three months went by. Yet, she hadn't contacted anyone. It was as if she had vanished from the face of the earth. No matter how many people looked for her, they couldn't find her.Eleanor remained in Verde City, staying in the house where Bianca used to live. The place still carried Bianca's scent, untouched since she hurried off to Simeria. So, most of her belongings were left as they were, preserving her original presence.When Curtis arrived, he noticed the tight security outside. Undoubtedly, Eleanor had been staying there during this time, but Seraphine was nowhere to be seen. Several times, Seraphine tried to see Eleanor but was turned away at the door. All she got was a promise of good arrangements and nothing more.Each rejection drove Seraphine closer to madness, feeling completely pushed over the edge by Eleanor's actions. Curtis entered the house and found El
Eleanor stayed in Bianca's house for about two months. Perhaps during this time, she was always waiting for Bianca—waiting for her to come home! However, Eleanor couldn't hold out until the end. The last time she entered the operating room, she didn't make it out alive!Her daughter in this world ultimately left her with endless regrets. Curtis brought her ashes back to Simeria. After confirming the funeral date, he went to see Natalie right away."If she contacts you, tell her the funeral is on the 20th." The 20th? That was a week away. Wasn't that a little too long?Obviously, the Holly family also hoped Bianca would get this message. Natalie nodded. "I'll let her know if she contacts me." However, whether Bianca would contact Natalie was another matter. News of Eleanor's passing was everywhere now. Natalie didn't believe Bianca hadn't heard about it.But even if Bianca had, she hadn't shown up.It was clear she didn't intend to return. It seemed that Bianca had trul
In the countryside of Weiss Town, Bianca looked out at the snow-covered landscape. The spruces were already buried under heavy snow, and the road was covered with thick layers of snow. She glanced into the kitchen. There were only a few ingredients left in the fridge, and the snow had been falling intermittently for half a month now.Before coming here, Bianca had done her research. They said the four seasons here felt like spring, but now she wondered if those people had misunderstood the seasons.Just then, the sound of a snowplow outside caught Bianca's attention. She hurriedly went upstairs to change her clothes. Today, she had to go out no matter what.The tires made a crunching sound as she drove on the icy road, and Bianca drove slowly. After all, she had never driven on such a road before.However, even on this slow road, there was an accident. When a figure suddenly appeared in front of her car, there was a screech as Bianca slammed on the brakes. The sound of the tires
It was Bianca's first time entering a police station. The cold, sterile atmosphere made her feel frustrated. Even though she had sent many people who had committed major offenses in their marriages to such places, she never thought she would end up here because she had assaulted someone.But, if one were to ask her if she regretted it, she... would say no! After what she had gone through with Malcolm, she hated men who were violent in marriage even more. She only regretted not hitting him harder!"Do you have any immediate relatives?" The cold question came with the sound of a pen scratching on paper.Bianca was already cold from the weather. When she heard those words, she felt even colder!Immediate relatives?After her grandmother passed away, she had no one left in her life. That woman was an accident! And now, that woman... was also gone from this world!Bianca had nothing left. She had no one left in this world."I don't have any." When she uttered these words, she
A few hours later, Natalie arrived in Weiss Town and then contacted Austin. "Have you arrived?""Yeah, but you have to help me cover my trail a little." Natalie's voice was playful over the phone. Ever since she accepted being with Austin, her feminine charm had become increasingly irresistible.From the other end of the line, Austin replied, "Nat, it's been two months since she left. It's hard to say about Zane, but you've seen Malcolm's attitude. Don't you think he deserves another chance?"Natalie paused. Zane was unpredictable, as he was a complicated man. When Zane had been her assistant, she hadn't noticed anything. Even during his time in Simeria when he did those things, many people couldn't see through him. He seemed emotionless, like someone ruthless who was set on power. It was like nobody could get into his heart. Who would have thought that this time, because of Bianca, he would eventually be willing to give up everything he had built in Simeria for years? Wit
Watching Natalie walk away to take a call, Bianca continued to load groceries into the cart. She couldn't hear what the man on the other end of Natalie's call was saying, but she heard Natalie hastily speak into the phone. "Okay. I'll be back soon."Bianca was silent. Was Natalie leaving already?Clearly, although these past few months had been a rare respite for her, they had also been lonely for Bianca.Natalie had always been her emotional anchor.It seemed that no matter how much her world changed, their bond would remain steadfast.Yet now, as Bianca heard that Natalie was leaving again, a tinge of sadness flashed in her eyes. But she also knew that Natalie wasn't in the best situation herself.Eventually, as Natalie turned back towards her, Bianca's expression revealed an unprecedented ease."Bia, I probably can't stay with you for now," Natalie's tone was somewhat apprehensive as she spoke.Bianca nodded. "It's okay, you should head back."After all, Simeria had jus
Nancy had dropped the hot cocoa in her hand. Bianca turned around to see the mess on the floor, and Nancy looked at her in panic. "I-I'm sorry! My hand hurts too much...!"Upon hearing this, Bianca looked at Nancy's hand. When she saw her swollen fingers and the scratches on the back of Nancy's hand, she couldn't help but wonder how cruel that man must be! How could he treat his own wife worse than an animal?!Bianca always despised such behavior, and seeing Nancy's injuries and the old scars on her arm from yesterday softened her heart a bit. "Does he... often hit you?"In Bianca's world, domestic violence by men was as unforgivable as infidelity. Once it started, it would surely happen again from time to time. So, in her opinion, there was no need to endure such a man.Nancy didn't answer Bianca's question. But like yesterday, she cried and covered her face when Bianca asked the crucial question.Bianca fell silent. Listening to Nancy's despairing cries, she recalled h
Bianca was alone after Nancy left. Holding a glass of red wine, she watched the snowflakes outside, feeling a mix of romance and melancholy. But this melancholy didn't quite reach her heart anymore."I'll stay here from now on. This is a romantic city, but it also hides some demons," she said."Bia!""I took on a lawsuit.""What?" A lawsuit? What was Bianca up to?After a moment's confusion, Natalie realized what Bianca meant, especially hearing the determination in her voice. She knew exactly what Bianca was up to now. She was coming back to life.Yes! Bianca was coming back to life. Previously, even when she escaped Simeria, every time Natalie talked to her, she could feel Bianca's despair, as if there was no life left in her.But now, this determination made Natalie release a lot of her worries. "Bia...!" Natalie's tone was filled with surprise."Come in spring when you're free to visit me.""Okay." Natalie would definitely visit her. Previously, because Bianca
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