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"Help me try on a dress."Samantha brought Abigail into a room filled with dresses before Abigail could reject her request. The dresses in the room were even more than in her dress boutique.Samantha took down a dress among the many dresses. It was a dark blue-colored dress with no embellishments. However, the dress looked really expensive, judging by its texture.Samantha handed the dress to Abigail. "Go try it on.""Alright."'The dresses Samantha makes are hard to come by, and every single piece is worth a fortune, so this dress must also be really expensive,' thought Abigail.Abigail was really careful when she tried on the dress, in fear that she would get it scratched or dirty.She did not know what the dress was made of, but it felt smooth to the touch. Even though she felt like she was not wearing a thing after putting on the dress, it did not affect the dress's quality.After Abigail got changed and came out of the fitting room, Samantha stared straight at her. "I've b
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Xander did not immediately continue the conversation, knowing Abigail liked dresses and hence he had come to Samantha's place to find luxury goods for her. After a moment of silence, Samantha asked, "Are you serious about being with her?"Xander smiled and replied, "She's my wife. Who else would if I don't?"Samantha smiled bitterly. "You said you're not interested in a relationship and don't have feelings for me when I asked you out during our university years. I even believed you when you said you wouldn't want one in your lifetime until I received the news of your marriage recently. When my anger had not subsided, you even had the gall to ask me to sell the dress my mentor and I made together. What's more? You brought the person along even when I had not agreed to it. Mr. Zane, are you intentionally trying to piss me off?"Xander replied, "I'm not pulling your leg. Anyone I marry is the same to me, someone to live together with, as long as it makes Grandmother happy."What Xande
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'Do you even need me to spell it out when the both of you are clearly making out? Do you take me for a fool?'Obviously, that was just her venting in her heart, not daring to be outright sarcastic in his face.Xander said, "I'm asking you a question."Abigail replied, "No one told me. It's just a wild guess on my part."Xander responded, "Don't make blind guesses. She's not my wife.""Not your wife? B-but the both of you were..." Realizing she had overstepped her boundaries, her words trailed off. Not wanting her to mistake him for an unfaithful man, he patiently explained, "She pursued me before, but I rejected it. She wanted to mislead you just now, that's why she threw herself at me the moment you came out of the fitting room. It was lucky I pushed her away in time, so she didn't kiss me."She looked at his eyes that were staring back at her and knew he was not lying, yet did not know why he was telling her what he should be telling his wife instead. He suddenly stretched out
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"Then let him!" Melody knocked her forehead. "Stinky Caterpie, that man is so handsome. You're not losing anything if he really wants to pursue you!"Abigail felt like slapping her. "He's a married man. I'll be a third wheel if I let him pursue me. I'd rather not become a third wheel in a relationship."Melody somehow caught on. "From your tone, it seems like you'd let him pursue you if he wasn't married?"'It's not like we can't if we were both single.' Abigail was terrified of the idea that suddenly entered her mind and she waved her hand. "That's impossible."Melody added, "I would have no regrets if I can even spend my life with such a handsome man, even if it's for just one night."Felix kicked her shin. "Hey Missy. Stay in line."Abigail stretched out her hand and knocked the both of them. "Stop messing around, I'm being serious here. Quickly help me find a way out of this."Felix replied, "He publicly announced his marriage status a few days ago and now he's chasing you?
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The words "To Be Received by Abigail Only" were written on the envelope.Abigail unsealed the envelope to find a letter written by Emma.[I'm glad to have a good friend like you, Abigail. I'm grateful that you were with me when I needed help most and gave me the strength to carry on with life. I'll learn to live properly and won't be reckless anymore from now on, but Ron is an overbearing and possessive man. He won't easily let go of me. The only way I could shake him off is to go somewhere he won't know.[I know you're going to say Mr. Zane will be able to protect me, but it's impossible to rely on someone forever. I depended on my family when I was young and when I became an adult, I had to depend on Ron to even survive, but I lived those days as if I was on my last legs. I don't want to depend on anyone anymore moving forward. I want to live my own life by my own will and spend the days how I want to. I won't have the same luxury in the days to come and even might face hardships,
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Ron slowly spoke up after a long pause, "I've ignored the Hagrid family's opposition, shouldered heavy pressure and risk, and given resources and contracts to the Blue family so they can stand up on their own again. Why does she still hate me when I've settled all her worries?"Xander casually replied, "You're asking me that? How would I know?"Xander's answer made Ron panic. "Can't you tell me why she would rather die than stay by my side?"Xander said, "Only you know best what you have done to her."Ron's huge stature slumped slightly, realizing that only he was clearest about what he had done to her. He extinguished the cigarette and lit another. "Emma and I have known each other for ten years. A whole ten years! We first met when she was fourteen and moved in with me when she was eighteen, but I have always thought she would never leave me. I only realized that day when she had the miscarriage that it wasn't her that couldn't bear to leave me, but I was the one who couldn't bea
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"Mr. Zane, can I trust you?" Abigail did not know what Emma had gone through. She only knew that Emma would not survive if she were caught by Ron.Xander lifted his hand to rub the hair bun on her head and answered with determination, "You can!"Since he said yes, Abigail chose to believe in him. Abigail continued, "Emma has escaped and didn't bring her phone. I worry about her, so could you help get someone to secretly escort her to the place she wants to go? Also, could you prevent Ron from finding her?"Abigail knew this request was outrageous and that it would waste a lot of time, money, and manpower. However, Xander was the only person who could oppose Ron's forces. Only he could help Emma escape Ron's grasp smoothly."You can rest assured. No matter how much money is needed, I'll bear it..." Before Abigail could finish speaking, Xander called a number right in front of her. "Arrange for men to follow Emma. Help her get to where she wants to go, and don't let Ron's people know
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Xander returned to the twenty-sixth floor. Ron put out his cigarette and lifted his head to look at him. "Hmph, what sneaky thing did you and your wife talk about that you even need to hide it from me?"Xander questioned back, "What do you think?"Ron ignored him and asked, "How's Emma's condition now?"Xander said to Ron, "You should go back to Valtara. She's already not in Florivera."Ron was so anxious he was bouncing around. The voice that came out of his mouth was trembling. "What did you say?"Xander unhurriedly told him, "If you forcefully keep her at your side, she might die. If you let her go, she can live on properly. Ron, whether she lives or dies, it all rests upon your single will. You choose yourself."The calm words hit Ron in his most vital weak spot. It was not that he did not know the consequences of forcefully keeping her by his side... In that instant, it was as if all the strength in his body had been sucked out. Ron crashed heavily onto the sofa, then stood
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Emma turned and dashed into the bathroom. She cranked the faucet on and splashed water on her face, aiming to soothe her nerves.Although they were engaged, they were still too young, with countless uncertainties looming over their future. The possibility of actually walking down the aisle was up in the air.Decisions made in a rush of happiness could eventually become sources of regret. And Emma knew all too well that she couldn't afford any regrets.She thought that fortunately, Ron hadn't pushed things further, which gave her time to cool off.After freshening up, Emma stepped out to find Ron on the balcony, a cigarette in hand.She couldn't resist chiding him, "I've told you to cut down on smoking. Why can't you seem to remember?"This time, Ron complied, snuffing out the cigarette. "We should get some sleep. We've got to put our best foot forward when we meet your family tomorrow.""Okay, I'll sleep on the couch. You take the bed," Emma responded.Ron simply replied, "As y
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Ron looked at her dawdling pace with disdain. "If you, a lady, can handle it, why can't I, a grown man, stay?"His words sounded noble, but Ron regretted them the moment they arrived at the hotel.Despite now earning a decent income, Emma was still reluctant to spend money.This place was hardly a hotel; it was clearly a budget inn charging only a few dozen bucks a night. The hygiene was questionable at best, and safety seemed like a gamble.Ron turned on his heel, dragging her suitcase behind him. "We're leaving, now.""It's too late, and we can't get a refund for the room.""Are you trying to get us killed?"Emma fell silent, her thoughts a whirlwind of frustration. 'I told him he wouldn't be used to cheap places. He insisted on coming with me, and now he won't even let me stay here alone. Why is he so annoying?'However, considering Ron had rushed over in the middle of the night to help her, Emma decided not to hold it against him.Ron picked the best hotel in the area—the
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Rebekah glanced over at Ron; she exchanged a knowing look with him before saying, "I'll have someone tidy up the rooms. Why don't you two stay here tonight and keep me company?"Ron replied simply, "Sure."Emma had purchased a midnight flight back to South Florivera, necessitating a rush to the airport, which made staying over after dinner impossible.Yet, she found herself at a loss for words, struggling to decline Rebekah's kind offer.As she hesitated, Ron stepped in to clear the air. "Mom, I've got something on tonight. After dinner, I'll drive Emma back to her dorm."Rebekah raised an eyebrow. "What's so important?" she wondered aloud, thinking, 'Wasn't he the one insisting Emma stay over? What's he up to now?'Ron kept it mysterious. "Life stuff."Rebekah could not help but chide him lightly, "You, always the joker."Right after dinner, Ron insisted on leaving to take Emma back to her dormitory. But as soon as they were out of the gated community, he asked, "So, you reall
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Ron chuckled. "I didn't know you were aware that even a cornered rat will fight."Emma shot him a glare. "Are we going or not?"Ron quickly said, "Of course. When Miss Blue commands, how can I dare not obey?"Fearing another of his notorious driving escapades, Emma hastily buckled her seatbelt as she settled into the car.Thankfully, this time Ron kept it smooth, driving steadily.As they neared their destination, Ron finally spoke up, "You know, that Tucker guy is a married man. Don't let his kindness fool you into being the other woman."Emma's gaze on Ron was fiery, seething with anger. "Do you even hear yourself? Is that what you think of me? For the last time: Tucker and I share nothing more than a mentor-mentee relationship. There's nothing else between us.""I'm just looking out for you, worried you might get deceived," Ron said, witnessing Emma's fury for the first time. Yet, he could not help but find her anger not at all intimidating, but rather endearingly foolish.R
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The two sisters had a pact: no cell phones at home to keep their secrets from the prying eyes of the Blue family. Thus, Emma could call only at prearranged times, the sole window for Rihanna to catch up.Rihanna's voice bubbled with excitement over the phone, as she chattered away about her life's minutiae.Knowing Rihanna was doing well eased Emma's mind.Just as Emma was about to end the call, she heard Rihanna's voice, soft and wistful. "You're really not coming home for the holidays? If you don't, I'll be all alone."Emma's heart clenched at those words, and she made up her mind in an instant. "I'll come back the day before New Year's Eve."The Blue family had their hands full with festivities that day, too busy to notice Rihanna's absence. Emma figured slipping back unnoticed then would be her best shot.After hanging up, Emma immediately booked a flight from Valtara to South Florivera. With her ticket secured and her last bit of work finished, Emma prepared to leave her off
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Emma had no interest in romance, let alone the audacity to dream that Ron might fancy her.This time, she did not pick up the thread of conversation.After dinner, Ron, as usual, drove Emma back to the university.Before parting, Ron said, "Winter break is almost upon us, and the dorms might be off-limits. Are you sure you don't want to stay at my place for a couple of months?"Emma offered a smile in response. "Thanks for the offer. I've spoken with the dorm supervisor and submitted an application in advance. I'll be able to stay over the holiday period."Ron paused before saying, "Well, if you need anything, just let me know. I'll text you my number in a bit; make sure you save it."Emma nodded. "Sure."Without further ado, Ron drove off.Upon returning to her dorm, Emma saw Evelyn and Cassie, busy packing their bags, surrounded by gifts for their parents bought from Valtara.Evelyn asked Emma, "Are you really not going home for the winter break?"Emma replied, "No, I won't
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Emma did not have the guts to risk failure because she did not have a safe haven to fall back on.Lucas kicked Ron in the shin. "Come on, if you fancy her, out with it. No Hagrid heir dithers like this."Ron glared at him. "Mind your own business." In his head, Emma was already his. The thought of losing her was unimaginable.Lucas said, "Without my meddling, she'd never be yours."Ron changed the subject. "I called you here for a serious discussion."Lucas replied, "No matter how serious, it can't outweigh the matter of your lifetime happiness."Ron was exasperated. "Lucas!"Lucas relented. "Alright, alright, you talk, I'm all ears."Ron spelled out Emma's music venture with Tucker. After hearing it all, Lucas could not help but see Emma in a new light."Never pegged Emma as such a dark horse," Lucas said.Silently listening to their conversation, Emma was thrilled to have her work recognized.Lucas said, "But, getting back to it, whether a song makes money, and how much, d
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Ron barked, "Lucas!"With a chuckle, Lucas responded, "Alright, alright, I'll stop teasing Emma. I'm starving. Let's grab some food and talk business while we eat."Ron snapped, "Get lost!"Lucas could not help but revel in Ron's frustration. "Ron, have you fallen so quickly? Who was it that told me they would never accept an arranged marriage?"Emma was increasingly confused by their banter. "If it's inconvenient for me to be here, I can just take a cab and leave."Ron said, "Call you dumb and you won't admit it!"Emma thought to herself, 'I didn't want to be a third wheel, cramping their style. Was that really so wrong? No good deed goes unpunished, apparently.'Suddenly, Ron grabbed Emma's hand and led her inside. "It's cold out; let's go inside."Emma had to quicken her pace, practically being dragged along.Seeing them together, Lucas laughed heartily from behind. "Ron, oh Ron, never thought I'd see the day.""Don't laugh too soon. Your day is coming," Ron shot back.Th
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Emma said, "Okay."Ron asked, "Have you won over your crush?"Lucas responded, "Secret."Ron replied, "Looks like you haven't won her over."Lucas said, "As long as I make a move, there's no girl I can't win over. But I haven't made a move yet because the timing isn't right."Ron asked, "Is it because of the Sandow family?"Lucas answered, "The Sandow family wants to marry their daughter to me, and my family wants me to marry her too. But I've told them long ago that I'm not willing to do that. Nobody can make me marry a girl I don't like."Emma remained silent. 'I didn't expect that Lucas would also have the same problem as me and Ron.'It seems like the wealthier the family, the more they'll arrange marriages based on social status without considering personal preferences.'Lucas seemed to sense Emma's thoughts. "Emma, my situation with the Sandow girl is different from yours and Ron's. Don't lump us together."Ron looked at Emma and suddenly said, "There isn't any other gi
