"Isn't it true? Hannah's nothing but a selfish and shrewd woman who only takes advantage of others!"Nigel snarled confidently, "Since she did this to me once, you lot will be her next victim. She's only nice to you for the money, and she won't hesitate to betray you for more money!"He spoke as if he had been betrayed. Hannah was at a loss for words. She really wasn't even close with him. How could she constantly linger on those thoughts when she was already starving?Not only did she have to survive in the slums, but she still had to take care of Molly, Flynn, Avery, and Taylor. She poured in all her efforts to survive, so she barely had time to tend to Nigel. After she rescued him, he had never crossed her mind. Despite him constantly trailing her, she only did so much by barely responding to him. She couldn't be bothered about him. Most of the time, she thought he was incredibly annoying. She thought it was absurd for him to tail her whenever she was working. Further
Hannah was like a queen. She was sophisticated and elegant when being surrounded by the Winchester siblings. Darren was known to be intimidating, and no one dared to look him right in the eye. Yet, he was so gentle and docile toward her. This wasn't quite like how the rumors went. Nigel's friends were still utterly stunned with a blank expression plastered on their faces. Usually, Darren couldn't be bothered about others' opinions. He followed his heart, and he was more than satisfied after being together with Hannah briefly. Back then, he wasn't particularly fond of women. His indifference was well-known. Furthermore, he rarely got physical with others, and it made him uncomfortable if someone got too close to him. It wasn't until he met Hannah did he realize he didn't hate touching, caressing, and kissing at all. Instead, he longed for intimacy with her. He couldn't wait to be closer to her. He loved how he could hold her hand, hug her, and kiss her. At this point, he
Hannah's gaze was thick with scrutiny as her gaze swept across Nigel. She couldn't help but scoff as she replied, "What right do you have to compete with Darren?"Why on earth would an elephant be bothered by a challenge from an ant?She was wondering why he, who was still relying on his family, had the nerve to humiliate himself in front of Darren. Where did his confidence sprout from?Feeling infuriated and helpless, she sighed, "Why are you so confident, yet so gullible?"Nigel's face turned red with anger. At this point, he had very complicated feelings for Hannah. On one hand, he thought he saw right through her and she was nothing but a materialistic woman. On the other hand, he couldn't help himself from falling for her. He was desperate for her attention; he wanted to make her regret it. He loved her, yet he resented her as well. Thus, her attitude made him feel like he had been stabbed. "You're going to chicken out, aren't you?" he hissed, glaring at Darren wit
"I'm Emily Davis from Davis Enterprise … Our company is not large, so you may not have heard of it."She scratched her cheek awkwardly.In fact, Davis Enterprise would not be considered small since they were acquainted with the Moores.However, they were indeed not worth mentioning when compared to Winchester Group.Her eyes were filled with curiosity with a tinge of kindness and nothing else.With a round face, big eyes, and naturally smiling lips, she looked very likable at first glance.Of course, Hannah wouldn't bear any ill feelings toward unrelated individuals. She proceeded to shake her hands and said, "Nice to meet you."With Emily taking the lead, the other young ladies also came forward to introduce themselves.The taller one was Sophie Johnson, and the shorter one was Bethany White. Both of them had similar backgrounds to Emily's.Seeing that Hannah was behaving normally and the Winchester siblings looked friendly enough, Emily secretly sighed in relief."I was wor
If the matter of Nigel scamming the heirs of the wealthy families got out, they might seek compensation from the Moores.However, if Project Z succeeded, all of them would benefit from it.If it failed, the money these heirs invested would be enough to last Moore Group for a while. However, everything would essentially be futile.People just won't easily resign themselves to their fate.Gregory obviously wanted to keep Moore Group going, even if it meant dragging so many people down with him.The faces of Emily and her friends turned pale.Since they were also invited by Nigel, it meant that they were not naive young ladies who didn't understand anything.Having been exposed to their circle since young, they knew what they needed to know."Is he not afraid of angering everyone by doing this?"Emily widened her eyes in disbelief as she murmured, "If it succeeds, then it's fine, but if it fails …"If it failed and was discovered, the Moores would truly have no chance to turn th
Nigel was indeed annoying and somewhat infuriating.But was there really a need to show off?Narrow-minded people would always think they lacked opportunities and the right timing. Otherwise, they believed they could handle things on their own.Although Naomi wished that she could personally teach Nigel a lesson, she didn't want Hannah to suffer any losses.If they lost the competition, Nigel would have mocked and ridiculed them. Others would also talk behind their backs!"If we flee from the competition, Nigel Moore might think that we're afraid of him."Kaden stood up straight, his eyes gleaming.They had been careless!They were used to seeing Hannah being unbeatable, so they had forgotten about the limitations imposed by her background.Moreover, she was just 21 years old. How could she truly be capable of everything?Nigel probably realized this and suggested the competition.He was simply despicable.Biting his lip, Kaden said, "Hannah, how about I compete on your b
With things coming to this point, worrying was of no use anymore.They could only sigh and follow along as they brainstormed how to minimize the damage.On the edge of the golf course, Nigel had changed into proper attire, and he had even changed into specialized golf shoes.At the moment, he was casually holding a golf club and was looking confident.Indeed, he had reasons to feel confident.Golf was generally divided into stroke play and match play. In an 18-hole game, a score of below 72 was considered professional.When Nigel was just sixteen, he could maintain an average of 65 strokes.Although he had slacked off over the years, he still far exceeded the amateur level.When he saw Hannah hadn't changed her clothes, he showed a hint of disdain and sneered, "Ms. Emerson, you can still give up now. Otherwise, when the match starts, I won't go easy on you."His gaze was fixed on her face, hoping to see signs of regret or panic.He believed that Emily and the others must have
After having not touched a golf club for a long time, Hannah felt some slight unfamiliarity in her hands.Moving her gaze away from Darren, she grasped the golf club without hesitation.She assumed the standard posture to get ready for a swing.A gentle breeze swept through the golf course, blowing the lush grass and lifting her skirt slightly.As her hair and skirt fluttered gently, her appearance was irresistibly attractive, drawing everyone's attention to her.Interestingly, when she exerted some force in her arms, she appeared soft yet powerful, making her even more captivating.Emily couldn't help but blush. She was clasping her hands in excitement as she looked on. Hannah was just too good-looking!She was beautiful and cool at the same time. It might even make the young ladies around them fall in love with her.Nigel was also momentarily stunned and only regained his composure after a while. He forced a smile and said sarcastically, "What's the use of having a beautifu
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