"Ana, forgive me for being impulsive."Cedric held Diana's hand. His gaze softened slightly. He lowered her voice, turned his attention toward her, and said gently, "But I don't think I can accept or even come to imagine life without you. I'll see anyone who tries to tear us apart as my enemy. There's no way I can pretend to be polite or friendly to them. You understand me, right?"Diana wondered if she really did understand him. She lifted her gaze and looked at him. She saw a small reflection of herself in his eyes. It was such an addictive feeling. It made her feel as if she was his entire world; that she was his most cherished love; that she was his one and only.Indeed. She couldn't help but wonder what faults Cedric had.It was just that he loved her too much and was too afraid to lose her. After all, he was willing to sacrifice even his life for her. She was the one who had made the mistake from the start. "Cedric, I understand."She lifted her hands and p
Diana was pampered all her life growing up. When she heard those words, her face flushed red in embarrassment. Unsure of what to say, she bit her lips. She desperately wanted to disappear on the spot. Darren didn't use harsh words. However, Diana knew better than anyone else what he had meant. Her behavior was not only contradictory but also embarrassing for the Sorsbys. She was being outrageous. She couldn't help but feel regretful. Her eyes turned red. She lowered her head and remained silent. Her heart filled up with guilt toward Cedric. She believed that he only spoke that way because he genuinely cared for her. Yet, as his girlfriend, she couldn't even be of help at a time like this. She was really useless …However, she didn't realize that Cedric's gaze toward her was filled with coldness and resentment. It was obvious that he was unhappy with her quick surrender. Hannah, on the other hand, saw his expression clearly. She couldn't help but frown. Initially,
Cedric remembered that his throat felt dry. Before he could even respond, he devoured Misty's lips with a kiss. If it wasn't for not having enough time, he intended to do it again with her. No man could refuse her when she seemed so pitiful. Moreover, he was thrilled by the thought of it too. The exhilaration he would get from going back to Diana with another woman's lipstick stain beneath his collar was striking. No one would find out. Diana would be completely clueless. Incredibly intrigued by the thought, he leaned against the railing after a kiss. As he spread his arms wide open, he said, "Come on."Misty took out her lipstick right before him and applied it on her lips meticulously. With delight flickering in her eyes, she tiptoed and left a kiss mark underneath his collar. Her fingers stroked his chest gently as she glanced up at him.Smiling coquettishly, she murmured, "It's on your left pectoral, where it's closer to your heart. I … I wanted to stay close to y
Cedric's eyes and expression were sincere. Diana pursed her lips when she glanced at him. "No need for that. I really believe in you. And it's getting late as well. I'm tired," she said.Fatigue was evident on her face as she continued in a whisper, "Bring me home, okay?"Cedric was more than glad to take her order. Taking her into a tight embrace, he smiled and said, "Ana, thank you. I really love you!"Diana kept her eyes closed tight. Whether there was anything beneath his collar no longer mattered to her. It seemed like he was unaware that there would definitely be other traces once he got physical with someone. His shirt was slightly wrinkled, unlike how neat it was in the first place. His tie was a bit slanted to the side, and there was a long strand of dark hair on his suit. The most obvious sign was the scent lingering on him. The perfume carried a floral and sweet scent, which was never her cup of tea. Should she still believe in him? Diana was incredibly fl
Erica felt like her head was spinning. In the midst of her dizziness, it suddenly hit her that this was the first time that Darren had set eyes on her without Hannah being present. He didn't just pass by her.This thought made her tremble even more. Her face was flushed, and she was panicking. She wasn't worthy of being in his presence. How Erica wished she could shrink herself entirely and hide in a crack. She should've worn her standard pajamas, so she wouldn't taint his eyes with her skin. But no. Her pajamas were so horrendous and ugly. He must've never seen such an eyesore. Embarrassed, she couldn't help but curl her toes. Her hands were hideous and rough. Would he be taken back by her having such unsightly hands? Her complexion wasn't smooth enough, and her legs weren't slender. Moreover, she had sloping shoulders and her hair was terrible. Her body completely lacked curves as well. Everything about her was so unpleasant. She was nothing compared to Hannah.
Erica was overjoyed as she went downstairs to cook another portion of hangover soup. Her heart was filled with joy, and she wasn't feeling tired at all. Yeah, she lied. In fact, she'd only cooked a bowl of hangover soup. Being raised in a poor family, she wasn't allowed to waste any food. Whenever she cooked, she had to follow strict portioning. She would be beaten up if she wasted any food. It was beyond her imagination that Darren would actually take the hangover soup she made. She was so close to humming a tone when she was making the soup in the kitchen. However, she refrained from doing so because she didn't want to wake the others up.Fortunately, the soup was easy to make, and she was quick on her feet. After Hannah had just dried her hair, Erica brought a new bowl of hangover soup for her."Thanks!"Hannah's eyes were flickering with joy as she took the tray from her.Surprised, she said, "You don't have to do this next time. To be honest, I didn't have much to dr
Erica felt so ashamed at this instant.She could no longer bear it.Covering her face with the documents, she muttered with her head hung low, "It's getting late. You should rest now. I'll get going first."She turned and took her leave hastily. Hannah couldn't help but chuckle as she shook her head. Erica really lacked self-esteem, and she was too sensitive.She hoped she would transform for the better once she started working in Starlight Foundation. By then, she would have the chance to meet more people and work on more tasks. The hangover soup from Erica really worked wonders. She had a good sleep. When she woke up the next day, the sunlight was already streaming in."Hannah, you're awake!"Naomi's eyes glistened with excitement when she saw her descending from the stairs.She hurried over to Hannah and asked, "Hannah, how was the wedding yesterday?""What do you mean by that?"Hannah was baffled. She asked, "It was just a wedding, wasn't it?"This was a peculiar
"Isn't that a fact?"Nigel scoffed when he heard Gregory. His gaze was cold. If it wasn't for their disapproval, how could he have resorted to meeting Hannah in secret? He missed the perfect chance to get close to her. If it wasn't for them interfering, he wouldn't have hesitated to confess his feelings only to watch her marry another man and drift away from him. His heart throbbed with pain. When he recalled yesterday's wedding, he couldn't help but roar with laughter."What am I to you? I'm merely your puppet instead of your son!"A loud slap was heard as Gregory bellowed, "You brat! What nonsense are you talking about?"His face turned red with anger as he hollered, "How did I end up with a son like you? Not only are you not contributing to the family, you're causing trouble! What was the point of raising you?""If you didn't raise me, how could you have formed an alliance with the Langleys? Or are you planning to marry into their family instead?"Nigel was burdened wi
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