Perhaps Hannah stared for too long, and Misty's heart began to race.She started to panic. She managed a forced smile as she anxiously inquired, "What do you think?"What did she think? Who cared about their trivial matters?"Whatever you do, I don't care and don't want to care as long as you don't prance around in front of me," Hannah said, looking at her coldly.Upon hearing this, Misty's heart finally eased. A small smile appeared on her pure and beautiful face. She softly said, "That's settled then."She wasn't as annoying whenever she spoke nicely. She had a charming smile and a coy voice. Unfortunately, it was all fake. Hannah glanced at her, scanned her non-committally, and turned to leave.Behind her, Misty looked at her back with complex emotions. The feelings churned and gradually turned into a determination.Others were never reliable. In this world, it was always better to depend on yourself.…When Hannah returned home, the living room echoed with lively voice
"This ornament was bought when I shopped with my teacher. A Celestrian lady was selling them, and I heard it symbolized good luck. I thought of buying it for Hannah …"There were various gifts, some valuable, some just a few dollars. Each carried her heartfelt intentions. It seemed that everywhere she went, everything she saw reminded her of Hannah. Who could resist such thoughtfulness?Hannah's heart warmed at the gesture. She couldn't help but ruffle Nina's hair, saying, "That's so thoughtful of you."Naomi, who only brought back a bag of snacks from her travels, pouted in frustration. She couldn't believe she felt defeated by Nina! Nina, who usually remained quiet and shy, was unexpectedly thoughtful and knew how to win Hannah's heart."Did Nina get tired of bringing back so many gifts? I knew Nina was the most considerate. I really like the gifts she gave me," Kaden said as he smiled politely, looking at a frustrated Naomi. The gift he received was a branded pen. "I
Darren suddenly had a revelation. At this moment, he finally understood the meaning of a home.It seemed like what he had pursued throughout his life was a simple phrase: "I'm home."With long strides, he entered the living room's warm yellow light, leaving the entrance's dim and cold glow behind.Hannah's smile seemed to melt away the chill and exhaustion from outside."I'm back, Hannah," he said softly."Darren." Nina still looked shy, her eyes showing respect and awe.Carefully holding an exquisite gift box in front of him, she nervously said, "This is a gift I brought for you. I don't know if you will like it ..."A gift for him? He opened the box. It revealed a simple and elegant watch inside.Darren carefully examined it. The watch had a robust yet simple style, not overly flashy, but with a touch of freshness due to its green dial."If you don't like it, I can choose something else next time." Watching his expression closely, Nina said uncertainly, "I just thought it
"You have already accepted the trophies and certificates from Andrew and Nina. Shouldn't I present mine as well?" Darren stated, his eyes glancing discreetly at the still-empty display cabinet. He seemed somewhat aggrieved. Hannah couldn't help but find it amusing. "Mr. Winchester, why are you feeling jealous about this?"Her younger siblings' achievements were a form of acknowledgment and gratitude towards her; displaying them was her way of encouraging them. Could Darren's situation be compared?"As husband and wife, we share all our achievements. I'm giving all of these to you, including myself and my future," he declared, holding her hand and looking at her sincerely. His commitment was palpable, and Hannah couldn't help but be moved. After a moment of silence, she chuckled, "Mr. Winchester, you are …"It was a blend of childish jealousy and genuine solemnity, making her feel how much he cherished her."Well, later on, I'll place Mr. Winchester's items in the display cabi
"Is that so?" Hannah lowered her eyes, frowning slightly. She spoke softly, "Perhaps that's the case.""My makeup today is good. I'll use this look more in the future!" Diana responded.Seeing that Hannah didn't press for more information, Diana breathed a sigh of relief. She chuckled and quickly changed the subject. "Are you saying your friend wants to sign with a company? Do you have the details?""This isn't urgent. Taylor's young and hasn't made up her mind. She's considering entering the entertainment industry. I just mentioned it casually. "We can discuss it after she finishes the college entrance exams," Hannah said while smiling calmly.Initially, she had plans to recommend Taylor sign with Diana's company, but now she was hesitant. Signing with a company was crucial for an artist, and she wanted Taylor to avoid getting into trouble.Both of them met to discuss this matter, and now that Hannah expressed a sense of hesitation, Diana, surprisingly, didn't seem to min
Jake didn't understand the upper-class manners but felt Hannah and Diana were eye-pleasing.They looked so good that it made him feel inferior as if he was not up to their standard.It also made him want to bring them down and make them fall so they could no longer hold their head high.Because of this, he couldn't believe Hannah, who looked calm, would start swearing."I'm calling you scum, can't you understand?" Hannah patiently repeated.She sneered, "It seems even a deaf person can't make it in this world of lowlifes. It seems like the standards aren't that high these days."Her tone remained calm. Her elegant and charming demeanor made it look like she was conversing politely with someone. But her words were piercing and hurtful. "You foul bitch!" Jake grew furious and shouted, "You're looking for trouble!""Hannah, is it good to provoke them like this?" Diana's face turned pale. She anxiously lowered her voice, "These people don't listen to reason."What was happeni
It was the Eternal Heart.These thugs might not recognize it, but Hannah did.It was the apology gift that Cedric presented to Diana in front of the entire coffee shop last time.Diana, as the wealthy Sorsby family's heiress, had seen all kinds of valuable items in her life.Of course, she wasn't moved by the value of this necklace. What made her cherish and wear it wasn't the necklace but the person who gave it to her.Hannah's eyes flashed with understanding. She released her foot from Jake. She also wanted to see what Diana was up to now."Isn't it just a broken necklace?" Jake, who had lost two teeth, glanced at the necklace and sneered, "What? Do you want to flaunt your wealth at us? "Don't worry. You'll have plenty of opportunities to flaunt your wealth when you're in bed!"Any words about being to bed made Diana's eyes filled with disgust. Suppressing the feeling of disgust, she forced a smile. She negotiated, full of experience. "Yes, it's a necklace, but it'
Diana's face turned pale instantly. Her mind went blank. What could they do? What could be done now? She couldn't help but look at Hannah, who remained calm and collected, with a sense of despair creeping in.Even though they were both in the same dangerous situation, why wasn't Hannah afraid?Instead of showing fear, she elegantly pulled a handkerchief from her bag and meticulously wrapped it around her hand as if she were doing some essential skincare routine.Unable to contain herself, Diana softly called out, "Ms. Emerson?""Ms. Sorsby, such a thin stick won't hurt anyone," Hannah said, glancing meaningfully at the slender wooden stick in her hand.She chuckled lightly, her voice suddenly cold, "A fist is the most suitable weapon."As the words fell, she clenched the hand wrapped in the handkerchief into a fist and delivered a beautifully executed uppercut to the nearest thug's jaw. The thug let out a painful yelp, blood flowing instantly.Diana remained in a state o
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