Misty's face turned even paler.She understood what was going on very well. There was nothing that Hannah couldn't accomplish. She had Darren backing her up and was now in a very favorable position. Even Matthew and Claudia couldn't stop them if they wanted to see Misty. She couldn't escape.Misty weakly closed her eyes. She didn't even have the energy to be angry anymore. With trembling fingers, she took the phone from Ivy and found that the commotion about Starshine Entertainment had gradually subsided online after causing a sensation for so long. However, half an hour ago, Hannah had retweeted a tweet.It was a recording from Misty's livestream outside the Hophur District police station.Then, she mentioned Misty in the tweet, saying, "Ms. Misty, when are you going to fulfill your bet? Can't you even do these two simple requests?" Countless fans and onlookers joined the frenzy below this tweet. Fans and strangers were all tagging Misty as well. "Ms. Hannah,
In the somewhat awkward silence, Misty's voice echoed particularly clearly as she descended the stairs. "It's just a bet, Hannah. Is it necessary for you to come knocking on my door so eagerly?" She couldn't help but glare at Hannah. Anger surged within her chest. Coldly, she continued, "You seem to be in a hurry as if you've been looking forward to my misfortune. Hannah, don't you find it embarrassing?" "If people who lose in a bet don't feel embarrassed, then why should I?" Hannah lifted her head and looked over while running her finger along the rim of her cup. She lifted her red lips slightly and said in a soft voice, "A bet is a bet. Misty, can you not afford to lose?" "What bet?" Matthew frowned. He had never paid much attention to the strained relationship between the two sisters. Misty had always appeared obedient and rarely showed such an aggressive side in front of him. Being of an older age and not particularly interested in the online world,
Matthew's expression turned highly unpleasant in an instant. He frowned and was ready to explode with anger. However, Hannah didn't give him the chance. She wasn't Misty, surviving on his every breath. Since she stopped caring about him, her actions were guided by her true feelings, and she didn't need to pay attention to his mood. Without lingering, she turned and left, leaving the Emersons with her graceful figure. The feeling of being unable to vent his frustrations was driving Matthew crazy. Clink! He grabbed the teacup that Hannah had placed on the table and violently smashed it. The untouched tea inside spilled out and left a large brown stain on the wall. Claudia's gaze couldn't help but drift over. Ever since Hannah married Darren, the teacups and pots in the house changed rapidly. They went through one set after another. The once-expensive teapots and vases that were displayed as decorations had turned into shards. At some point, the servants h
Still, he would never admit his incompetence. He became even angrier when Misty dared to challenge his authority. "You brat!" His anger surged, and he raised his hand to land another slap on her face. Slap! Despite Misty's head turning from the slap, his anger didn't diminish in the slightest. "How dare you talk back to me?" His face contorted, and bloodshot veins filled his eyes as he looked around. He searched around while cursing in a hoarse voice, "If it weren't for you, I wouldn't be in this situation today. I'll crush and kill you!" His eyes brightened as he finally found something handy. He took a couple of quick steps, grabbed the feather duster stuck in a vase, and raised it high. The feather duster cut through the air and made a dangerous sound as it heavily struck Misty's slender back. Misty couldn't help but scream in pain, and tears streamed down her face. "I didn't say anything wrong! You act like a dog in front of Hannah, but why do yo
Matthew's anger, which had just slightly subsided, escalated even higher. "I'll kill you, you disrespectful child!" He pushed Claudia away as hard as he could. The last thread of his sanity finally snapped.With the feather duster raised high, he ruthlessly struck Misty's face and head. "No!" Claudia was pushed to the ground. She couldn't help but scream. An uneasy premonition surged in her heart. Slap!Crack!There were two crisp sounds. Following Misty's screams, warm blood sprayed out.Claudia sat on the floor in a daze while raising her trembling fingers to touch the tears on her face. She stared at the blood and felt her vision darken. She went crazy while rushing to the sofa where Misty lay motionless. She cried and yelled, "Misty! Misty, are you okay? Is everything alright?" Matthew, still holding the broken feather duster, stood in place and couldn't utter a single word. His eyes widened in astonishment.Under his frenzied strength, the feather du
The innocent face that had been praised by Cedric and many supporting male characters in the novel had now been completely ruined. The scar on her cheek was unexpectedly deep, and there were wooden splinters embedded inside. She looked terrifying. One couldn't help but wonder if, without this face, she would still be the cherished protagonist of the novel. Hannah's gaze was filled with scrutiny and exploration. She raised her hand in the air to sketch the scars on Misty's face. "What are you doing!" Claudia became anxious. She stood up abruptly and pushed Hannah's hand away. Her face was full of vigilance and fear. "What are you trying to do? I warn you, don't mess around!" Too many things had happened that day, and her nerves were on the verge of collapse. Misty remained unconscious in her injured state. Claudia couldn't bear to take on anymore. "Mrs. Emerson, why are you so nervous?" Hannah chuckled. Her lips carried a faint smile. With her gaze
His fingers were trembling. The smile on Hannah's face couldn't help but grow wider upon seeing his state. "I don't need your false sympathy!" Claudia, however, looked at her with hatred. She glared at Hannah and shouted, "We don't need you to interfere in our family affairs!" Misty had turned into a mess, yet Claudia was still defending Matthew. No wonder she could keep Matthew in her grasp. Hannah sneered. "Fine then." She put away her phone and stood up. Her gaze swept over them coldly as she said, "Mr. Emerson and Mrs. Emerson, I want to thank you for your hospitality. I'm delighted with this grand performance." She then covered her mouth and laughed. She didn't hide her smugness at all. "Oh, by the way." Suddenly, she remembered something and looked at Claudia's neck. Her smile widened as she said, "Mrs. Emerson, I suggest that when you take Ms. Misty to the hospital, you should also get a checkup. If you need to file a domestic violence laws
Darren leaned against the wall half a meter behind her. His dark eyes remained fixed on her and did not move the slightest. His gaze deepened upon hearing what she said. His eyes, which usually carried a sense of detachment and distance, suddenly seemed surprisingly invasive. "Mm." He responded in a deep voice. His thin lips curved into a pleased arc, and he said in a low voice, "Hannah, you look truly beautiful today." She was beautiful even in her usual state, but wearing a wedding dress made her even more charming. His heartbeat couldn't help but accelerate when he saw her. He wanted to hold her in his arms and hide her beauty from the eyes of others. However, he also wanted to appear with her in front of the whole world and declare that she finally belonged to him. Hannah sensed the obsession and dominance in his eyes. Her red lips unconsciously curled up and revealed a sweet smile. At this moment, the door was suddenly pushed open. Taylor, wearing a
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