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
Robert's body stiffened slightly. He subconsciously attempted to step back. "Misty, you—""Robert, you saw it just now, didn't you?" Misty didn't give him a chance to evade, tightly hugging him.Her voice turned tearful as she said, "Sometimes, I wonder if I'm truly not worthy of love. That's why I'm being tortured like this.""No! You're a good person. You deserve the best in this world." Robert was frantic as he gripped her shoulders. "It's Cedric who doesn't know how to cherish you. If you were my girlfriend, I'd definitely protect you. I won't let you suffer. I couldn't bear to see you sad, not even momentarily.""Really?"Misty looked up with teary eyes to seek affirmation. "If you were my boyfriend, you'd treat me well, right?""Of course, I'd hold you in my hands, ensuring you're happy daily. But …" A hint of sorrow appeared in Robert's eyes as he continued dryly, "I'm not qualified."They met each other when there was already someone else in their lives."Robert, ab
Accusations and interrogations rained down on Misty, intensifying the hatred in her heart.Her lips curled into a wry smile.What had gone wrong for him? Was it the part where he knelt before Diana, pleading for forgiveness like a dog?How could he have the audacity to accuse her so self-righteously?Misty's face turned dark as anger and resentment surged within her, almost overwhelming her reason.At that moment, a warm hand grasped her slightly cold one.Misty looked up and saw Robert gazing at her with gentle concern. His eyes were full of worry.He silently held her and gently patted her back as if he was handling a precious treasure.There was someone who loved her. Not everyone treated her like Hannah, abandoning her like a worn-out shoe. She belonged to someone else.One day, she would make Diana regret bitterly, living the rest of her life in remorse."I took leave because I missed you ... I wanted to see you," she said, slightly shaking her head.Her cold eyes softe
Hannah was utterly stunned. "You're hiring me because you want perfection?"But she genuinely lacked experience!"I just feel you're perfect for it." Dennis also knew his words sounded unreliable. He explained, "It's about a person's temperament, do you understand?"He even added some mystical flare. "It's that kind of elegance and beauty. Gentle when smiling but reliable when cold!"Hannah genuinely didn't understand. People involved in the arts could be unbearable when overly sentimental. So, she didn't decline the offer to avoid Dennis' continuous flattery and for the movie's sake.After all, she was the sponsor. They could find someone else if it didn't work out.As a cynical middle-aged man in the arts industry, Dennis was usually easygoing and gentlemanly.But when it came to shooting, his voice could resonate throughout the entire set. He didn't even need a megaphone as he yelled at someone fiercely.This made Diana a bit uneasy whenever she saw him. Hearing that H
Misty, still in her filming attire, delicately adjusted the man's collar before her, saying gently, "The movie shooting is almost finished. Don't worry about me."The person in front of her was ... Robert?Hannah was surprised. How could Robert and Misty be in a relationship?"Don't tire yourself too much while filming on the set. Take care." Robert's eyes were affectionate as he gently ruffled her hair, showing some restraint."When you have time, I'll come to see you."Misty found his concern comforting, and she smiled lightly at his words.They reluctantly separated after a tight embrace. Misty stood in place for a while after Robert's figure disappeared.Until Robert's figure was no longer visible, Misty still stood in the same spot.After watching for a long while, she turned her head only to see Hannah standing not far away, looking at her calmly. Suddenly, a hint of guilt flashed across Misty's face."What did you see?" Misty's expression changed slightly. She said co