Hannah and Darren gave each other a look. They had a bad feeling about this.Hannah grabbed a server who dashed past them. She asked sternly, "What's wrong? Who's going to jump off the building?"How could something like this happen out of the blue? "I'm not sure as well," The server said, sweating profusely. He explained hastily, "I heard it's a young lady. We don't know how she sneaked up to the rooftop. She was yelling about wanting to meet someone … If this person doesn't show up, she'll jump off."Ma'am, we're so sorry. We're still trying to evacuate customers and console the lady," He apologized politely as he bowed. "It's very chaotic right now. I'd suggest you take your leave now."Of course, Hannah wouldn't stop him. She let him go instead. However, her expression was solemn. "Hannah," Darren said as he held her hand. He shot her a comforting look and whispered, "Don't worry.""I have a bad feeling about this." Hannah lowered her gaze, and then she uttered softly, "Da
Karen had been pampered from a young age and raised in luxury. She had been meticulously trained in etiquette and eloquence. Karen was undoubtedly beautiful, especially when she gazed affectionately and intently at someone; her allure was deepened by her affection. It could easily satisfy a man's vanity.However, despite her longing looks and deep emotions, Darren remained unmoved. He seemed unconcerned about her feelings."I'm sorry, Ms. Lawson, but we are not acquainted," Darren said rationally and coldly. "Regardless of what you do today or what the outcome is, it's merely insignificant news to me. I wouldn't pay any attention to it."He wouldn't even spare an extra second on such information. Well, perhaps he would pay a little attention to Karen Lawson's news. Her actions could let him gauge the moves of the Lawson's and think about how to gain more profit.Karen felt her heart break and tears streamed down her face."Darren, you're so heartless," she cried.It was always
Darren wished that his wife could be more heartless.Siblings, friends, classmates, and unrelated people … He wished she wouldn't care about any of them. Those people should not appear in their lives and disturb their relationship.How he wished that his wife's world could only have him.Unfortunately—With his long eyelashes lowered, Darren's eyes hid a trace of regret.Hannah looked at him with a playful smile."No! My Darren isn't like this. It must be this slut. She must have used some sort of witchcraft!" Karen couldn't accept Darren's words.With tears streaming down her face, she shouted in disbelief, "Slut, give Darren back to me!"Her stubbornness made Hannah feel impatient."Ms. Lawson, a person's life is precious, and since you don't care, I have nothing more to say. I just hope that you'll think about your parents and loved ones. Isn't it absurd to hurt the people who truly love you for the sake of an inappropriate crush?"Whether in her previous life or the curre
Darren frowned slightly, and Hannah felt a sense of unease in her heart. "Mr. Winchester." David's eyes were slightly red as he looked at the young man who was about the same age as his own son. "Please, save Karen …"His voice was hoarse, and he could hardly speak."Karen loves you wholeheartedly. It's my fault … It's all my fault."With a touch of remorse and sorrow, he pounded his chest, "I was blinded by greed. When I saw that you were disabled, I stopped her from seeing you."If you must blame someone, blame me. I was ungrateful. Karen has loved you deeply from the beginning. Please don't hold it against her …"Mr. Winchester, marrying you has been Karen's dream since childhood."Mary shed tears and choked, "I know our request is too much … But it's a matter of human life! Please, don't be so cold to her …"Hannah bit her lips.It was a matter of a human life.At this moment, it seemed inappropriate for her to say anything."Enough." Darren frowned, his profile exuding
Her mind snapped.Karen had already embarrassed herself, but Darren still refused to even lie to her. Her actions today were nothing short of a joke! How could it be this ridiculous … She had lost all her dignity and gained nothing."Hannah Emerson, let me tell you, if I die today, it is all because of you!"Her eyes were filled with hatred. Karen widened her eyes and shouted, "Because of you, all of this is because of you! It is because you stole Darren away from me. I will die because I don't want to give Darren to you!"Will you have nightmares? Your so-called high-society life and your marriage have cost me my life!"Even if I die, I won't ever let go of you!"She looked as if she had gone completely insane. Karen let go of the railings and laughed hysterically. "Hannah Emerson, just you wait! I want to see how happy you'll be, having caused me to lose my life. I won't let you off!""Karen!"As she felt a bad premonition surge in her heart, Mary's eyes turned red as she cri
Hannah placed her hand on his, comforting him softly, "It's a human life after all. And … I don't want anyone to use this to criticize you."A faint smile appeared in her eyes as she took advantage of everyone's attention being elsewhere and leaned in.A pleasant, light fragrance filled the air around them.Darren felt a touch of softness and coolness on his lips, and just as quickly, it was gone."My husband, you're such a good person. I don't want anyone to speak ill of you. Just like you, I also want to protect you and prevent anyone from harming you."The dark emotions disappeared and a slight tremor ran through Darren's throat as he looked at her, unable to speak.At this moment, he truly wanted to hold her tightly—to merge her into his very being.Karen was still crying, refusing to speak. She simply buried herself in her mother's embrace.She was not sure whether it was post-traumatic stress or embarrassment. Seeing her like that while feeling the pain in her own body,
Seeing his genuine concern and eagerness, Mary couldn't help but feel touched, and even David had a glimmer of satisfaction in his eyes. However, amid the satisfaction, there was also a tinge of guilt.Karen had been engaged to Robert, and they had even held their engagement banquet. However, her actions had now created such a mess, and she might be the subject of public ridicule.David found it embarrassing beyond words.His face turned a little grim and after a long pause, he finally said, "Robert, it is our fault.""How can you say that, Mr. Lawson?" Robert's eyes showed some surprise. He furrowed his brow and said, "Although we just got engaged, I've always treated you and Mrs. Lawson as my own parents. In a family, it is nobody's fault."Hearing these words, Mary couldn't help but shed tears. She raised her hand to pat Karen but hesitated. In the end, she gently patted her hand and covered her own mouth with tears streaming down her face."Look at you! Robert is such a wonde
Mary nodded in agreement.Looking at Robert, who had always been gentle and considerate, she felt a sense of comfort in her heart.He would indeed be a good son-in-law. Even though he might not have had a high-paying job, he treated her daughter well, and that was enough."In the future, you need to help Robert more … Assist him in his investment projects," Mary said while nudging her husband."Look at how good he is to our daughter … Even if Karen remains stubborn and doesn't change her mind, marrying Robert would put our minds at ease.""What do you know about business matters?" David responded. His hands were behind him as he showed doubt and hesitation. He was a businessman after all. So, maximizing profits was in his nature. When it came to investments, he mostly considered whether they were worthwhile."Yes, I might not understand, but you do! I wasn't asking you to deplete our family fortune. Just think of it as providing a startup capital for our children. What's the harm