Darren's Adam's apple bobbed once before he leaned down and kissed Hannah on her red lips.A sigh escaped between his lips as he savored her sweetness. "Hannah, you're playing with fire.""I'm waiting to get into trouble." Hannah's smile widened.The scent of alcohol, mixed with her faint body fragrance, was like an enchanting potion.Surprisingly, Darren pulled himself away and hurriedly went off to take a cold shower.That night, Hannah slept like a baby.…The next morning, Hannah woke up to an empty bed. She recalled her drunken antics from the night before, and she flushed at the thought of her actions.What was wrong with her?She actually got drunk and flirted with Darren. How embarrassing!Could Darren now think that she had been eyeing him because of his handsomeness and pretended to be drunk as she flirted with him?Recalling last night's passionate kisses made her blush and her heart race. Hannah felt like avoiding everyone as she dragged her feet downstairs.Usu
"I don't need her fake concern!" Karen's expression soured, and her eyes shone with anger.She said sharply, "I know you think I'm an embarrassment! She's the pride of the family. She's your outstanding daughter! "Since you don't like me, you don't have to keep accompanying me. I didn't beg you to follow me around! I don't care!""Karen, how can you say such things?"Mary looked at her incredulously, her hands trembling. "Both you and Morgan are my daughters. I love you both equally. How could you say such hurtful words?"Mary had been focusing all her attention on Karen these days due to her mental state. She had been neglecting her younger daughter.Realizing this, she specifically brought Karen along to send Morgan to school.In the end, this was what she thought."Karen, how can you talk to Mom like this?"Morgan frowned. "Mom is doing this for your own good. Your words are hurting her.""Just shut up, will you? We all know you're her lovely daughter. Stop with your hypo
Hannah felt frustrated witnessing the scene.She had never experienced maternal love since childhood. And she would likely never have the chance to experience that. However, she knew that her mother must have loved her deeply. Perhaps it was because she hadn't experienced it that she couldn't stand to see those who dismissed it.She hoped Karen could open her eyes and not let Mary worry about her like this."Bitch, who gave you the right to lecture me?"Karen felt Hannah was being sarcastic. She angrily retorted. "You're just a poor girl from the slums and relied on your looks to climb out from there! "Do you think that you're worthy to point fingers at me? You—!""Karen, that's enough!"Before Karen could hurl more insults, Morgan raised her voice, interrupting her. Morgan's eyes were pooled with tears, her cheeks pale as she looked at Karen sadly. "Hannah didn't say anything much. How could you insult her like this?"Just like before, how could she just utter nonsense ab
Karen didn't even care about her own life, so Hannah wouldn't be so much of a bother since she was just an outsider to them.Ignoring Karen's insults, Hannah turned and entered the school.Meanwhile, Morgan seemed to be contemplating.She clutched the straps of her backpack and said softly, "Mom, will you really not bring Karen to see a psychologist? Like Hannah said, you don't necessarily need to be sick to see one! "Studies have shown that if you feel something is wrong with your mood, you can see a psychologist for some guidance."She bit her lip and continued, "Karen has not been in a good mood recently, right? Maybe talking to a psychologist will help her feel better?"Mary, who was initially unwilling, hesitated when she heard this. She looked uncertain. "Do you think it's a good idea?" She hesitated, "Don't you have to be mentally ill to see a psychologist?""You can go if you want, I won't go!" Karen's face changed drastically, and she looked at them as if they were h
Hannah did not refuse Diana's friendly invite. So, when the weekend arrived, Darren, who had deliberately brought work home, discovered that Hannah looked like she was about to go out."Hannah, do you have plans today?" he calmly asked, looking down."Are you not going to be home today?" Naomi widened her eyes in disappointment. "I thought I could spend the day with you! I always feel more motivated to study when you're around.""I made plans to have afternoon tea with Ms. Sorsby. I probably won't be back for dinner," Hannah said.Diana? Naomi suddenly sat up with her lips pursed. "Hannah, do you want me to accompany you?"She had figured it out a long time ago. These people were all after Hannah! Naomi was ready to defend Hannah at all costs!Hannah hesitated for a moment. "Maybe next time." She usually didn't mind bringing her younger siblings along. But with Diana clearly in a bad mood due to her recent breakup, it would be awkward to bring someone else along.Naomi l
"It was a first for me to like someone, and I haven't handled many things well. I ended up disappointing and upsetting you. It's all my fault," Cedric whispered.There was a bitter smile on his handsome face, and he sadly continued, "Even a formal apology is a first for me. Forgive me for not having much experience. I don't know how to make it up to you."Diana blinked at the sight before her. The usually cold and proud man was lowering himself to apologize and express his feelings. It was somewhat touching, especially the phrase "for the first time", as if he had only learned love when he met her. His somewhat awkward and stiff behavior made him even more charming.Unfazed by the attention from onlookers, Cedric pulled out a big bunch of roses. The bouquet was so huge even when he held it. It obscured a significant portion of his frame, causing a few surprised gasps in the coffee shop.Accompanied by a romantic melody in the background, he walked over to Diana and kneeled on
After a short while, Diana said, "Cedric, I've always thought of you as naturally aloof, not someone expressing emotions. "I never imagined you kneeling before me, preparing such a romantic surprise." She smiled mockingly. Life was full of surprises. Diana never expected to develop such strong feelings for someone or even consider that the usually passive Cedric would propose to her someday.It turned out he's not incapable after all. With mixed emotions and regret, she gently shook her head and bit her lower lip. "When I wanted it most, you didn't give it to me. "What's the point of giving it to me now? Cedric, I can't forgive you. I can't lie to myself that I've forgiven you."Whenever she saw him, she thought of how he eagerly kissed another woman in the film and television series."Sorry, it's over between us." She couldn't help but cover her face, tears silently streaming down.Big drops of tears rolled down from her fingertips. The tears resembled pearls. It was lik
Seeing Diana coming to terms with the situation, Hannah sighed in relief.She wondered if the chronic influence of the storyline made Diana so captivated by Cedric.However, Hannah genuinely liked Diana for her self-confidence and determination to pursue her goals.She didn't want Diana to end up like the cliché characters in books, sacrificing everything for a man, forsaking her family, and destroying her future.It was like becoming a lovesick fool.The two of them, understanding each other without words, avoided mentioning Cedric and resumed their light-hearted banter. Soon, the atmosphere became relaxed and joyful.Little did they know, a pair of resentful eyes was watching from outside the coffee shop.Misty, who should have been on set, stood at the corner wearing a mask, glaring towards the cafe.She was so frustrated that she felt like she could crush her phone.Damn it, damn it, damn it! Why did all her misfortunes seem to involve Robert?She had excused herself from