Moreover, Taylor could barely move. Avery's back was facing the girls, and she was enveloped in his tight embrace. Wary of her struggles, he tightened his arms around her. Seconds felt like hours as she watched as the translucent liquid made its way toward them, merely inches away from their faces. Just as she was awash in dread, an immense force yanked her away. She staggered, and Avery lost his balance as well. Both of them tumbled to the ground.The liquid came into contact with the ground, emitting a pungent smell. A few drops splattered on Avery's calf. He paled instantly, gritting his teeth. A muffled groan escaped his lips. "And I thought you guys could fight, huh?" Hannah's complexion turned slightly ashen as well. She was worried about Taylor and Avery, so she decided to pick them up. She didn't expect to come across such a scene. God knows how shocked she was when she saw the liquid being splashed at them. Nonetheless, she managed to come to their rescue in the nick
"Yes, it's not my place to say anything," Hannah replied coldly, her expression remaining calm.Facing Marie's bewildered gaze, she continued, "Did you really think I would sit down with you, reason things out, and persuade you to mend your ways? Wake up, I'm not your mother. I couldn't care less about what kind of person you are."You're just a girl from an average family, with average grades, and decidedly average looks. You're living a mundane life being overlooked at every turn."A derisive smirk played on Hannah's lips as she scrutinized Marie. Her eyes were pristine and bright, yet sharp enough to pierce through to the depths of one's soul, as if nothing could escape her gaze.With a tone mixed with amusement and pity, she remarked, "You can only attract attention online through desperate antics. Foolish girl, what do you think you'll achieve?""Shut your mouth!" Marie's face turned deathly pale, and she couldn't help but scream, "You're talking nonsense! Stop it!"Though h
Marie couldn't bear to imagine what would have happened if the sulfuric acid hadn't splashed on the ground but on a person instead.Hannah was right about her coming from an average family. So, how would her family, already struggling with their finances, afford compensation if she had actually harmed a person?The thought of her hardworking parents, who had pinned their hopes on her, made her cry louder. She truly felt as if she had lost her senses to have acted so impulsively.Marie should have known being a keyboard warrior was enough to show support for her idol. She sobbed miserably, shielding her face with her hands as tears blurred her vision.Indeed, she was just an ordinary high school girl. She was completely defenseless under Hannah's control, making retaliation rather meaningless. After Hannah's initial anger had subsided, hitting Marie felt more like bullying the vulnerable than finding any satisfaction in revenge. So, she withdrew her hand expressionlessly."You sa
Hannah was rational and polite as usual, and the female officer had an increasingly good impression of her. Without saying much more, the latter nodded and got into the car.Meanwhile, Hannah and her friends didn't follow to give their statements. Instead, they first took Avery to the hospital to treat the injuries on her leg. Sulfuric acid was difficult to thoroughly remove with just water, so professional treatment at the hospital was necessary.This incident served as a wake-up call for Hannah. If they hadn't resolved the situation in time, Taylor's safety could also be compromised.After returning home, Hannah immediately went into her study to continue contacting the female artists she had previously called. Even when rejected, she kept cool and moved on to the next.The situation didn't change much. However, during the time she was making calls, Taylor's incident of being attacked with sulfuric acid by crazy fans began going viral on social media.Apart from a few who took p
"What do you mean?" Misty looked up, her eyes burning with anger. "Are you implying that all of this is my fault?"Here it came again. Ever since the trip to the police station last time, she had become even more unpredictable and short-tempered.Ionna felt a bit impatient deep down, but she remained expressionless. "I didn't mean that."Keeping a straight face, she said in a somewhat formal tone, "I'm doing this for your own good. Hannah has a lot of luck and skills. She's not easy to deal with. Unless we can strike her down in one blow, we should remain silent."Ionna paused, rubbing her temples when she felt a headache coming. "Misty, we're already in a precarious situation. The incident of us going to the police station hasn't blown over yet. It's best not to attract too much attention."Every word she said was calculated for Misty's future development. Ionna believed she had thought it through thoroughly.With no news from Connor recently, and the influence of the Emersons n
No one imagined that the seemingly high and mighty Scarlett had endured so much hardship. When Scarlett, who was once alone and weak, encountered such injustice, what about the other artists under Starshine Entertainment?Many fans of other Starshine Entertainment artists ran to their idols' Twitter accounts, filled with concern and distress, asking about their situations. However, the artists chose to remain silent together. With an A-list star like Scarlett leading the way, many artists followed suit, boldly speaking out about the persecution they suffered at the hands of Starshine Entertainment.While some were just fishing for attention, most provided detailed accounts with abundant evidence, every word filled with anguish.Too many young men and women who entered the entertainment industry had their dreams shattered at Starshine Entertainment. When exposed to the dark side of society, the once-innocent teenagers struggled in pain.Fans were completely outraged to learn how t
Darren's Adam's apple bobbed slightly, and the palm holding onto her waist tightened as his muscles tensed for a moment.Hannah peered up at him with a smile, her red lips forming a pout, as if inviting him for a kiss. She chuckled and asked, "Have you made up your mind?"Before Darren could answer, the phone that had been set aside rang. It was a call from a strange number. Hannah raised her eyebrow at it and then answered the call."Ms. Emerson, you're quite resourceful!" A voice tinged with fury sounded, the words uttered through clenched teeth in obvious hatred. It was Zachary.Hannah instinctively straightened her back. With a nonchalant smile, she replied, "Mr. Lautner, your abrupt praise truly flatters me.""Ms. Emerson, don't play dumb with me." Zachary was seething with anger, his eyes burning with rage. He had underestimated Hannah, thinking she was just like any other pretty woman with nothing but looks to offer.Unexpectedly, she had managed to quietly take away all t
Hannah blinked at him playfully, her silent laughter bubbling up. "It's quite amusing to see him raging around, biting at everyone. Don't you think?" Despite the mischievous smirk on her face, there was no hint of malice—only sweetness and charm. Darren's gaze softened even further, and he gently pinched her cheek, opting not to say much.Meanwhile, Zachary was on the brink of losing his mind. Who were they calling a rabid dog? If it weren't for his disadvantageous position, he would have...His eyes glinted with ferocity as he clenched his teeth. "Mr. Winchester, are you going to allow your wife to act so recklessly? Are you not interested in Starshine Entertainment's shares?"It was evident that Zachary was stressing out. Initially, he had offered to compensate Hannah monetarily, but now, with Darren in the picture, he was talking about offering shares.It was a clear display of contempt toward Hannah. He believed that a few dollars could placate her and resolve the issue. Desp
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