"Ced, you're here!"Not sensing anything unusual, Diana's eyes lit up, and she happily hugged Cedric's arm."Why are you so late? I've been waiting for you for a long time!""I was delayed by something when I was leaving,"Embracing her, Cedric's face darkened as he whispered, "Do you know Mrs. Winchester?""We just met. Kenneth admires her a lot!" Diana smiled and continued, "He always tells me to learn from Ms. Emerson.""You may not know this since you just returned, but some people are not what they seem to be despite their reputation." Cedric's eyes shifted slightly. He said coldly, "I think you are fine the way you are. There is no need to learn from anyone. Changing yourself for others is not worth it.""Hey, why are you talking like this?"Frowning, Malcolm couldn't help but feel dissatisfied, "Who are you talking so strangely about?""If I'm not mistaken, Ana is your elder sister." With a sneer, Cedric said with a hint of sarcasm, "Do you not like your own sister? How
He was being ostentatious and unreserved.As the male protagonist of the novel, Cedric Garner's first 20 or so years of his life had been smooth sailing. Being superior and almost good at anything fostered his arrogant and unrestrained personality.Hannah still remembered the first time she saw him. It seemed like the whole world was focused on him, and he was arrogantly domineering, like a king in control of everything.Although it seemed quite amusing, it was quite in line with the image of the male leads in romance novels. However, it was not the case currently. Cedric was gloomy."You bitch!"Cedric erupted in anger. "Don't think that just because you're married to Darren, I won't dare to touch you!""Even if I didn't marry Mr. Winchester, what can you do?"Scoffing, Hannah showed no fear as she stared at him. "What? Are you afraid of what I might tell Ms. Sorsby?"What if I gave Misty's phone number to Ms. Sorsby? What do you think will happen?"She smirked, eyes showing
Explain?Hannah felt a bit ridiculous, "We were just …""Ana, you have to believe me, the person I like is you. How could I possibly get involved with a married woman?"Cedric cut Hannah off intentionally.With malice in his eyes, he stepped forward and said anxiously, "Mrs. Winchester said she had something to talk to me about. When I came here, she kept coming at me …"He turned to look at Hannah with disgust and coldly said, "Now that Ana is here, I will once again say that the person I like is Ana. I don't have any thoughts about you, so I hope that you can show some self-respect.""Me? Self-respect?"With mockery in her eyes, Hannah let out a cold laugh and looked at Cedric condescendingly.She didn't say much, but Cedric could clearly sense what she meant.She was asking him to reflect on himself and see if he was worthy of her.How was he unworthy?"Mrs. Winchester, I know that you've always been coquettish. In this kind of situation, as the man, I can't really explai
"Go to hell!"Cedric roared, his eyes filled with rage as he fiercely rushed forward to smash the banquet chair on Hannah's head."No! Be careful!"Diana's face changed drastically.Hannah heard the commotion and turned around to take a look.She widened her eyes as she thought that if the attack landed on her, it would have injured her greatly.As she was about to dodge, a strong arm suddenly grabbed her waist, and she fell into a sturdy embrace.The familiar scent of pine filled her nose. Hannah's tense body relaxed as she looked up.Darren's eyes were cold and stern. He quickly stepped forward and blocked the attack with a single hand.Crack! Hannah wasn't sure if she was hallucinating, but she seemed to hear the sound of bones breaking.Darren's expression remained unchanged but his eyes were filled with rage. He grabbed the banquet chair single-handedly and threw it away.A loud bang sounded as the chair landed on the ground and crashed onto other tables.Cedric wa
Diana pushed him away angrily while loudly saying, "What do you take me for?""Ana, don't leave me."Taking a step forward, Cedric embraced her tightly.Burying his face in her shoulder, he hid the resentment and disgust on his face. He said in a trembling voice, "I don't want to lose you. Please don't leave me, okay?""You …" Complex emotions surged in Diana's heart.If she didn't like this man, why did she repeatedly approach him even though he responded coldly each time?"I know I'm not a good boyfriend. I just don't know how to treat you …"Holding her hand against his chest, Cedric said affectionately, "But this heart beats for you. Ana, can you feel it? I can't live without you. Please don't say such things lightly, okay?"A man who once seemed god-like and aloof was now pleading with his eyes.It's hard for any woman to resist such tenderness, especially when it was from someone she liked.Diana's long lashes trembled and her heart felt chaotic. "I need some time to th
Gregory was furious. He overturned the table, and said angrily, "I know you're still holding a grudge from over a decade ago, but that's all in the past. Will you only be satisfied when you see the Moores in trouble?"In the past?Timothy sneered inwardly.No, it would never be in the past.Would his elder brother feel sad?Nigel's move was simply an unexpected surprise.The true despair had yet to come!He hoped that his elder brother would feel the bitterness for the rest of his life.That was the retribution he deserved!With a smirk and not hiding his gloating, Timothy stood up and said, "Since you find me a hindrance, I won't stay here to add more to your troubles."Anyway …"He glanced meaningfully at the stage before he chuckled and continued, "It seems that this engagement banquet is over.""Get lost!"Gregory was mad. He grabbed a bottle of wine and threw it at Timothy.Accompanied by a crisp shattering sound, the wine bottle fell near Timothy's feet. The wine sp
Her anger didn't faze Hannah at all. She was completely expressionless. Her locks fell gracefully on her back, highlighting her dazzling appearance. Her beauty was too much for one to take in. "Hannah," Darren called out to her. His heart sank, feeling a bit uneasy. Swallowing hard, he stood up and gazed at her. He wanted to say something, yet nothing came out of him.Only then did Hannah lift her gaze and glance at him. It was as if she could see through his dark and evil intentions. He clenched his fists tight as he remained silent. "The microphone." Hannah extended her hand. Her hands were like art. Her nails were beautifully manicured, and her skin was flawless.For some unknown reason, the emcee felt like picking up the microphone and giving it to her. It felt right to do so, as she naturally deserved to be served by others. However, someone did so before him. A tall figure bent down first. Darren picked up the microphone and cleaned it meticulously with a handkerchief. He
However, Hannah didn't stop. The microphone was in her hand as she glanced at the flashlights below calmly. She smiled faintly as she said, "I have a perfect relationship with Mr. Winchester. Hence, I don't want anyone else to disturb us. And I also hope there won't be any more baseless nonsense like this. I'm deeply troubled by it.""No, it shouldn't be like this …" Nigel howled."Hannah, stop this! You're just saying these things out of anger, right? I know I was wrong, please stop this! Can we start all over again, please?"His heart was throbbing in pain. It was like someone had torn his heart into shreds. How could she be so ruthless to him? "Nigel, did you not hear what she said? She literally doesn't give a damn about you!" Catherine cried as she threw herself on him. "She doesn't even love you, so why bother? What good do you see in her? Why can't you love me instead? I've loved you for so many years, yet you're throwing me under the bus over her? You've only known her
Darren didn't let her off easily in the end. Darren, being in his prime years, had maintained his purity and had never been involved with other women. This was a great feat considering that Darren had managed to maintain his purity after being with her all this time. Having just celebrated their marriage, he had finally enjoyed some moments of satisfaction, only to face the complication with Erica. Lately, Hannah had been in low spirits. Darren wouldn't be so brutish as to insist on intimate matters with her when she was in such an emotional state. He had to suppress his desires.However, now she took the initiative to seduce him. For a man who had finally given in to his desires, it wasn't so easy to let go. Demonstrating his unyielding nature, Darren showed Hannah that he was not to be trifled with. Carefully timing his actions, he eventually released her. Hannah, now lying on the bed, had a gentle gaze with a faint blush on her face. Her cheeks rested on the pillo
Even with their current financial difficulties, the atmosphere between them remained harmonious and warm.The smile in Hannah's eyes deepened a bit.Finding her uncle was undoubtedly a joyous event for her. After all, they hadn't been in contact for so many years, and confirming that Elvis' family members were reasonable and good people made her even happier."Grandma has never given up looking for you all these years, Uncle Elvis."Hannah briefly shared her thoughts. "I thought of taking you and Lilian to see Grandma directly to prevent her from overthinking.""Of course! Of course!"Jennifer laughed and agreed. She said, "If it weren't for my poor health and being hospitalized, I would have gone to see her too."Things were settled.Jennifer still had one more dialysis session in the coming days. Thus, their meeting was scheduled three days later.Hannah and Darren didn't stay much longer. After arranging for Jennifer to move to a single room, they left.Before they took
Jennifee hadn't looked before, but as soon as she did, she was almost startled.Under the shock, she even failed to contain her voice and exclaimed in surprise, "Elvis?" Her husband, who rarely got involved in affairs and was always practical, was now standing up excitedly. His eyes were fixed tightly on the two entering the room. He seemed as though he was about to pounce on those people. Lilian was also stunned. She couldn't help but reach out and grab Elvis' hand, her face carrying a hint of embarrassment. She lowered her voice desperately and said, "Dad, what are you doing?" She sensed that the eyes of the entire ward had turned their way under Jennifer's exclamation. The extraordinarily good-looking couple also looked over. Her cheeks turned red. She felt both nervous and embarrassed. She forcefully tugged on Elvis' hand and whispered urgently, "Dad, hurry up and sit down." However, Elvis not only didn't sit down, but he took a step forward and called out
At Hopeldon's top hospital, Elvis sat by the bedside as he watched the summer breeze rustle through the leaves outside the window. A look of realization crossed his face. "Mom, I bought your favorite food."Just then, a clear and lively voice rang out. A girl with twin tails briskly entered the ward while carrying a meal with a smile on her face. "I was lucky to find discounted meat. I bought some. Mom, you have to eat more." The pale woman on the bed smiled faintly and nodded. "Okay, I'll eat more." After that, Jennifer noticed that Elvis, sitting on the side, was still staring blankly out of the window while lost in thought. Jennifer frowned. She said softly, "Elvis, set up the table. It's time for lunch. Elvis. Elvis?" "Huh?"Elvis suddenly snapped out of his reverie. Noticing both his wife and daughter looking at him, he forced a smile. He rubbed his hands and stood up. "Lilian, did you bring the food back already? Let's have lunch then!" "Dad, what ha
She gently touched the scars on her face through the veil and then, with a sweet smile, began typing on the keyboard. "It would be great if I could help you. I'll be waiting for you to marry me!"As she replied to the message, her phone vibrated again. Robert asked with concern, "How did you get hold of these documents? Are you in any danger? Your safety is the most important thing!"Seeing his genuine concern, Misty felt even more convinced that her choice was right. The smile on her face seemed impossible to fade. She had done her research lately. Cosmetic surgery here was not particularly advanced, and her facial scars wouldn't be perfectly repaired even with surgery. Meanwhile, Arovia was renowned for its excellent plastic surgery industry. Although dealing with her facial scars would be troublesome, new technology could provide a complete recovery. The only deterrent was the daunting cost. No matter how regretful Matthew might feel, he wouldn't spend such a large s
She was even draped in a thin windbreaker that covered her from head to toe.Despite the light and thin fabric, it was an autumn windbreaker. Wearing it seemed unsuitable for the current season. "The car and the house both have air conditioning. How could I get heatstroke?" Misty's smile widened. Her fingers entwined around the belt of the windbreaker at her waist and gently pulled it twice. She spoke softly, "But since you want to see what's inside, I'll take it off, okay?" Following that, she pulled off her belt before Cedric. The fabric of the windbreaker was silky. After the belt came off, she shuddered, and the windbreaker slipped down from her shoulders. She wore a semi-sheer dress that draped over her skin, gently showcasing the contours of her figure in a subtle and alluring way. Then, she raised her hand and took off her hat. Her long hair was neatly arranged behind her head, revealing her forehead and a pair of seemingly innocent eyes. Below her eye
Just as she wished, Cedric felt an immediate dryness in his mouth. As the male protagonist in the book, he had indeed lived a smooth life without experiencing many setbacks.He was always the object of admiration by others since he was young.When had he ever bowed his head to anyone? Even when he failed in the competition for the heir of Garner Group, he remained the second young master of the company. No one dared to say much in front of him. Only Diana was different.Since that day, Diana had suddenly become completely different. The way she looked at him no longer held admiration, but instead, it was cold, as if she was scrutinizing him. Although she still lived with him and would occasionally show him her gentle side, that sense of discordance grew stronger. The previous Diana used to be completely submissive to him. She would believe and actively solve all his problems. But now?He seemed to have become a plaything in her hands.He was summoned at will a
He was just a poor guy with nothing but debt to his name.He had tried to recover his past memories and find his roots.He had been searching for decades, and even after getting married and having a daughter, he continued searching while struggling for a living.He never expected that just when he was gradually forgetting about this matter, life would suddenly take a new turn.This seemed a bit too dramatic. He wiped his face in silence before saying, "Of course, no problem. Not only did you guys just help me, but finding my family has also been a long-standing wish of mine. I'm willing to cooperate with whatever you need me to do." He hesitated for a moment and then added in a low voice, "I believe your wife's grandmother is really old, am I right? From what you just said, it seems her health is not great. Maybe we shouldn't disturb her before getting the results." He smiled bitterly and said, "I'm in my prime. Even if the outcome disappoints me, it's fine. But old people
Hannah didn't expect him to also have felt a sense of familiarity.Upon hearing that, she felt her heart skip a beat, feeling like the truth was gradually coming to the surface.She actually looked a lot like Eleanor.If the middle-aged man was really her uncle, even if he had been lost since childhood, wouldn't he still have memories of his biological sister's appearance?"May I ask if you are a native of Hopeldon? Were you born here?"She pursed her lips, staring at him before asking in rapid succession, "Who else is in your family? Are your parents still alive?"She asked many questions in one breath, sounding urgent and nervous.For someone she had only met for the second time, asking such questions seemed overly intrusive and might make people uncomfortable.But she couldn't care less now.Finding her uncle had been her grandmother's wish for many years.As she grew older, Hannah didn't want her to have any regrets in this life.The middle-aged man was also a little sur