Upon hearing those words, the usually reserved and well-composed man felt a sense of warmth washed over his ears. Darren's dark eyes were filled with pools of warmth and adoration. Before he had the chance to speak, Hannah leaned forward. Her back formed a graceful arc shape as her lips got closer.Darren felt as if a refreshing and sweet aroma enveloped the air around him. Hannah was as delicate as the wind as she gently pecked his lips.It seemed as if she was waiting for his reaction, yet it also felt like she was teasing him.She pecked him a few more times. It fueled the growing flames of desire within him. She was akin to a dragonfly that skimmed over a puddle of water. She disrupted the tranquil surface, sending out delicate ripples. After which, she effortlessly fluttered away in a carefree manner. And yet, nobody could catch her. Darren's eyes were filled with strong desire as he watched her quietly. His voice became husky from his restrain as he whispered, "H
Upon seeing Darren's reaction, Hannah couldn't help but laugh even louder. While they didn't physically exchange any words, it seemed as if they were having a conversation in their own world that was only known by the two of them.Erica felt a sense of envy. She quietly sneaked a glance at the couple.Even from a distance, she could sense the strong affection that they had for each other. When Hannah was around, Darren's gaze which was usually cold and composed, was instantly replaced with tenderness. He instantly transformed from an enigmatic figure into a more human and emotionally expressive being. No, it wasn't just that. It was just that they were a match made in heaven. They complemented each other.Erica lowered her gaze. She took a glance at her own satin dress. She suddenly felt a wave of embarrassment. She couldn't help but wonder what she was doing. She gripped the corner of her dress tightly. For some reason, she just felt like crying. "Erica, have you
Nobody had ever told her that she had the right to voice out her opinions.Did she want to do it?Of course, she did. Erica was currently in her twenties. She was still able to wait tables and leverage her good looks to get a decent job. But what about when she reached her forties, fifties, or sixties? Would she still be able to work non-stop every single day? Would she still be able to wait tables?Of course, she wanted a decent job—a job that could help others, a job that allowed her to be a guiding light in someone's life, a job that people looked up to.But …Was she entitled to such a job?"Erica, you still have a long life ahead of you. You can't just focus on your shortcomings and completely ignore your strengths."You're attentive, kind, reliable, tactful and considerate. You've done such a good job at taking care of Grandma. You're also very hardworking and a fast learner."You're not dumb at all. It's just that you've never given it a try."Hannah held Erica's
"Ms. Emerson …"Erica forced out a smile. She whispered, "I—I'll go freshen up. It's about time for Mrs. Edgecombe's daily walk … I'll be off now."Erica dared not look at Darren's expression. She was afraid that she would see the disdainful look in his eyes. She lowered her head forcefully and bade farewell with a pale expression. Upon seeing Erica's actions, Hannah frowned slightly. "Go on," Hannah said before pausing briefly. She continued, "Don't worry about it too much. Get yourself prepared these few days, I'll take you to the Starlight Foundation soon.""Thank you, Ms. Emerson. I'll be sure to get myself ready."Trying her best to maintain her smile, Erica nodded her head. "I'll be off now!"She paused briefly before turning slightly and lowering her head further. "Goodbye, Mr. Winchester."She dared not hope for any response, she quickly turned and ran away."So timid."Hannah couldn't help but chuckle helplessly. Then, she lifted Darren's chin playfully. She st
After snuggling for a while, Hannah returned to the topic of conversation. "Is Matthew Emerson in hot water now?"Darren snorted. "Yeah. The Emersons are struggling with financial problems. I should have taught Matthew a lesson earlier."Had he done so, the netizens wouldn't have continued attacking Hannah online. Even after they showed the evidence to prove Hannah's innocence, some netizens opted to ignore the proof and insisted that Hannah was an ungrateful, aggressive, and heartless daughterHannah played with his tie and chuckled. "Mr. Winchester, don't go overboard. I have yet to repay Matthew Emerson for sending me such a lovely gift."It was time to let Matthew know that she was not a doormat."Don't worry, Mrs. Winchester," answered Darren. "I just wanted to distract them for a while."It also served as a warning for them to not run their mouths. It seemed tough to balance the act of teaching the Emersons a lesson without making them lose hope.Although Darren handled it
Deep in the memories of the past life, Hannah felt cold from head to toe, but she snapped back to reality when she heard Darren's question. Once again, she felt the warmth of the sun.Everything now was different from her past life."I'm looking at the wedding venue," she said with a smile and looked away from the venue, devoid of envy, disappointment, or resentment toward her past life.When she was reborn, she was too cowardly to fight for what she wanted. She was worried that she might lose what she had and miss her time with Molly, Flynn, Taylor, and the others. Therefore, she gave up and resolved to live an ordinary and insignificant existence.At this moment, she had no resentment toward those who had wronged her. She had gotten over it and realized that they weren't worth her time.Now, she was living a life she couldn't have imagined and would never be affected by the people who had wronged her. Staring at Darren, the greatest miracle in her life, she beamed. "I feel v
Nigel's expression froze. Even his affectionate look seemed to be put on hold.Regina couldn't take it anymore and said, "Nigel, she's Mrs. Winchester now. Do you still see her as a friend? How did I raise you? Some people will turn on you when their fortunes rise. They will not see you as their friend, and you shouldn't expect them to."The pain on Nigel's face increased. He clenched his fists and sank into silence. He finally replied, "Mom, stop it.""You little rascal!" Regina glared at him in disappointment.She had reminded him for his sake. Still, she didn't have the heart to berate him, seeing how pale he looked. She snapped, "Fine. You're all grown up now. I'll stay out of your business. How about that?"They were interrupted by a cheerful voice. "Dad! Mom!"Lila skipped over to the crowd. She was dressed in her pink gown. The smile vanished from her face when she recognized the guests, and she shot a hostile look at Hannah.She deliberately took Nigel's hand. With a war
If they were not under public scrutiny, Gregory would have slapped some sense into Nigel.Was it really worth fighting for a woman from the slums who had nothing going for her except for her beauty?Even Harold and Fiona were trembling in anger, but they couldn't explode in front of the Winchesters. What could they do?As Catherine was deeply in love with Nigel and was even carrying his child, there was no way the Langleys could turn things around. They worried that they might suffer from the consequences of falling out with their in-laws, not to mention how shameful that would be.Since they could not afford to offend their in-laws, they chose to look past Nigel's poor attitude. Still, their expressions betrayed their disapproval, and the incident left a bad impression on them.Nigel snorted with a smirk. "Alright. I know what's on your mind. Please don't look at me with that wary expression. I have agreed to marry Cath. Isn't that enough?"Even until the wedding, Nigel still ac
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