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In the following days, two bouquets arrived at a time, and the text messages continued.The man seemed relentless in messaging her, yet Emerald couldn’t spot any suspicious figures on her way home. Even without any direct action, the unease lingered, weighing down on her like a heavy stone, making it hard to breathe.Especially at night—each time her phone lit up, it felt like a monster with dim, watchful eyes, ready to devour her at any moment.One night, her phone rang. Emerald’s body jolted, but when she saw the familiar number on the screen, a sense of relief washed over her, and she quickly answered."Hello..." she said softly, her voice tinged with tension."What are you doing?" The deep voice on the other end brought a sense of security, like a protective barrier against her fear.Emerald gripped the phone, trying to calm herself. "Nothing."Alaric heard the unease in her voice. His brow furrowed slightly, but his tone remained calm as he said, "I’ll be back tomorrow.""Good."
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“Aiden?” Mr. Santos sneered. “Such tenderness. If you care so much about kids, Teacher Greene, why don’t you become his mother? Then we can call it even.”A loud clap of thunder boomed in the sky. The room darkened as the wind howled, shaking the branches outside and casting menacing shadows across the walls.Lightning flashed, briefly illuminating the man’s face—his deranged grin and the scar on his forehead looking even more menacing.Just like that rainy night when Emerald had been pushed into the small woods.One of her shoes had fallen off, and her leg was scratched by branches and rocks, blood trickling down her skin.Heavy rain poured down, soaking them. The man cursed under his breath, tightening his grip on her slender ankle.Desperate, Emerald grabbed a rock and smashed it against his forehead.Blood splattered onto her white dress, staining it with vivid red blooms.But Mr. Santos only became more frenzied, pinning her down and tearing at her dress.Her tears mingled with t
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Mr. Santos took a deep breath and watched Emerald as she ran through the rain, her figure like a ghost being chased by shadows.“Tell me, if you love her so much, why would you choose to destroy her like this?”“That’s not your concern. Just remember what you need to do.”After the conversation, he hung up abruptly, a sudden wave of boredom washing over him. He crushed his cigarette underfoot and muttered, “Poor Ms. Greene. Whether it’s then or now, you still haven’t escaped him.”Emerald felt the strong gusts of wind biting against her skin, the rain like sharp needles cutting into her as she ran toward the only place she could think of. It felt like she was running in circles; no matter how far she went, freedom seemed out of reach.Why was it so hard to pull herself out of this pit? She longed for a simple life, but fate seemed to have different plans.These men always found new ways to corner her, to break her spirit. After everything she had done, had she truly escaped becoming a
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Emerald felt warmth spreading throughout her body. Amid the rising heat, she heard the gentle chime of a bell breaking the silence. A cool sensation brushed against her ankle, prompting her to open her drowsy eyes to take a look.From her angle, the sight was enchanting.Her legs were lifted by the man, Alaric kneeling between them. He bent his head, thick lashes shadowing his eyes, his lips drawn into a faintly focused line. His steady hands carefully placed an anklet around her ankle.At first glance, Emerald was captivated.The anklet was crafted from seven glass-carved lotus flowers, each petal crystal clear, free of impurities. This was a high-quality jadeite; if it had been a complete bracelet, it would be worth a small fortune. Delicately carved with a few tiny bells, the anklet held a refined elegance, lively yet graceful as it lay against her fair skin, making it appear even more luminous."Is this the gift you mentioned?" Emerald bit her lip. "It’s too valuable, I—"Alaric's
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Alaric’s gaze fell on the blush creeping up to her jade-like earlobes, making him swallow dryly.I want to, he thought.But he knew Emerald had been through a lot. He wouldn’t let his desires take over now.His gaze shifted to the anklet around her ankle.Thankfully, she hadn’t taken it off.“Do you like this gift?”Emerald hesitated, then finally admitted, “Yes, I like it… but it’s too much.”"Gifts are neither trivial nor grand. Their true worth lies in your appreciation."At first, Emerald noticed the small "EL" etched inside the lotus charm— a subtle mark of her name. With its intricate craftsmanship and the perfect fit around her ankle, she knew it was something special made just for her.It wasn’t just any ordinary piece.“How far ahead did you plan this?”She gently caressed the lotus charm with her fingers, feeling the soft warmth radiating from it.Alaric answered calmly, “I ordered it the third night after our first encounter.”That meant this gift had been ready for three m
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She held a cigarette between her lips, biting it lightly before lighting it, shielding the flame with her hand the way she had seen Alaric do. The glow played across her face, accentuating the patch of ointment on the slight swelling of her forehead.A few strands of hair fell over her face, giving her a slightly tousled but alluring look—not the pristine, prim image seen at school, but a blend of vulnerability and charm.Once the cigarette was lit, Emerald took a drag. With her left hand resting on her right arm, she held the cigarette between her right index and middle fingers, a hint of red glowing at the tip.Her expression was relaxed and nonchalant as she exhaled the smoke slowly from her red lips. In a deep, slow voice, she said, "It’s getting cold. The Santos family should go bankrupt."She turned to Alaric with a grin, "How was that? Not bad, right? That’s classic domineering CEO style. Now you try it—just like I did."Alaric’s eyes remained on her, captivated by her playful
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No one could tell her what to do.From her mother’s failed relationship, she learned to protect herself by closing off her heart.But controlling her emotions was easier said than done.On the other side of the door, Alaric sat with his back against it, hands resting on his knees, his long legs slightly bent, feeling utterly alone.He had no idea what he was doing. He wanted to open his heart to her completely, to show her everything he felt. But even if he did, he knew she would still worry about a future that hadn’t even happened yet.He reached for his cigarettes but realized he’d left them in the kitchen.Going back with all the drama only to return would be embarrassing.They stayed in that standoff until midnight, and he assumed she must have fallen asleep by now.He whispered softly, “Cruel little thing.”When he opened the door, he was surprised to find her sitting there, waiting silently, her presence gentle yet determined.Emerald huddled in her bathrobe, her legs tucked ben
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When someone feels pain, they often seek comfort. Emerald suddenly felt a strong desire to stay close to him. She hesitated slightly. "Um..."He looked down at her, patience in his gaze. "What's wrong? Are you uncomfortable?"Emerald bit her lip and softly said, "I just… miss you. Can you hold me?"As soon as the words left her mouth, he wrapped his strong arms around her, closing his eyes and breathing in the soft rose scent of her hair. He felt an overwhelming desire to hold her forever, to keep her so close that she'd become part of him.He held her gently, as if she were a fragile doll that might break with even the slightest pressure, wanting to give her the sense of security he himself felt.Emerald closed her eyes, savoring the peaceful moment. After a few minutes, Alaric lightly touched her head. "Good girl. Rest. The porridge is ready.""Okay," she replied.A little dizzy, Emerald texted the principal asking for leave, then lay down on the pillow and fell asleep. Just before
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Even Ethan, whom she had fought so hard to win, seemed completely disinterested now. His eyes weren’t on her—they were stuck on Emerald.Mrs. Florida naturally noticed the shift in the atmosphere.She had never liked Emerald. In her eyes, after leaving Ethan, Emerald would never find a man of better status—she was supposed to fade into insignificance.Yet now, standing before her was a woman whose circle was far beyond the Florida's reach. It was an embarrassing reality Mrs. Florida was unwilling to accept.Her lips curled into a sneer. “Look at that vixen, always scheming to climb higher, just like her shameless mother. How can she ever compare to our daughter? Samantha is generous, refined, and outstanding.”Mrs. Valentine quickly chimed in, eager to agree. “Of course! But it doesn’t matter. He will be here soon, and Samantha and Rice will naturally be together. That little vixen will never reach that level in her lifetime.”And as if summoned by their words, Rice arrived.The room
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Emerald was restless, even in his sleep. His brows remained furrowed.Alaric watched her sleeping face with a gentle gaze, then pressed a soft kiss between her brows. "Little Moon, you'll get everything you desire."The Next DayNews of the Valentine's grand music dinner had been circulating for a while. Everyone knew that the internationally renowned chef, Rice, wouldn't just be performing at the event—he was also set to take Samantha as his final apprentice.Because of this, the dinner was an extravagant affair. As the pride of the Valentine, Samantha had sent an invitation to Emerald early on, eager to have her attend.She wanted to use this opportunity to flaunt her success.Samantha had always been the one to win. Taking what belonged to Emerald came easily to her, trapping her in an invisible cage with no escape.She had done it since they were children. But what she never expected was that today, Emerald would finally strike back.Emerald touched her ear. After days of adjustme
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Alaric was sharp—too sharp for something like this to be a coincidence. It was entirely possible he had orchestrated the whole thing.“Even if he had his own agenda with you,” Alaric said calmly, “why shouldn’t I turn the tables on him?”So Lance had made the first move today. No wonder Emerald had found it strange that a family as prestigious as the Stevens would set her up on a blind date.Alaric must have caught wind of it in advance, which was why he had hijacked Lance’s setup and turned it into his own game.She sighed, shaking her head. “Aric, I can’t even imagine what you’d do to me if you ever became my enemy.”Alaric’s expression turned serious. “Are you scared?” He leaned in slightly, his voice dropping to a murmur. “Teacher Greene, I won’t let anyone take advantage of you. As long as I can keep you by my side, I don’t care what it takes.”On the screen, a gruesome scene unfolded—a wife who had been murdered years ago had returned, now lying under the bed, her bloodshot eyes
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Emerald wanted to cry but had no tears. The woman clung to her like an overenthusiastic pendant—poking her cheeks, touching her arms, and even wrapping her arms around Emerald’s small waist.If she hadn’t firmly gripped her own body for dear life, this woman would have reached her thighs by now!Alaric’s so-called blind date was terrifying. She just wanted to go home.“Enough.” Alaric finally scolded in a low voice.Emerald looked at him with deep gratitude. Yes! Finally, some control!Take care of your own blind date, or she’s going to devour me whole!She gave him a pleading look, silently screaming for help.But instead of rescuing her, Alaric turned serious and said, “You’re not allowed to touch my wife. Hands off.”Wife?!Nina clicked her tongue, withdrawing her hand but not without squeezing Emerald’s waist one last time.“So stingy,” she huffed before smirking. “Tsk, tsk. What a soft waist.”Emerald was this close to crying.What kind of blind date is this?!Wait—no. Why were t
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Emerald looked up just in time to see a mother and son approaching. The woman was dressed in an elegant Chanel-style suit, exuding wealth and sophistication. The man beside her was in a well-tailored suit and tie, looking every bit the polished gentleman.Her gaze met his, and in an instant, his eyes lit up."Senior!" he exclaimed excitedly.Emerald’s stomach dropped. Her heart skipped a beat, and for a split second, she wished she could vanish into thin air.Lance?!What kind of twisted luck was this? He practically rolled out the red carpet for coincidence to walk right in!Hadn't Eula said the man she was setting her up with came from an oil empire?Emerald was speechless.Eula, on the other hand, beamed. "Oh? You two already know each other?"Lance’s mother also seemed pleasantly surprised. "So you and Senior went to the same school? What a small world! I didn’t expect you’d be meeting like this—as a couple!"Emerald frantically waved her hands. "It's just dinner!"Emerald had int
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Not like me, Emerald mused. She never felt secure enough to sleep without holding onto something—whether it was a pillow, a blanket, or, more recently, him.And somehow, even in sleep, he had adjusted for her.One of his arms was tucked behind her head, holding her close, while his other hand covered hers. Their fingers overlapped perfectly, their wedding rings touching, as if even unconscious, he was anchoring her to him.A warmth spread through her chest.At this moment, with the rippling water around them and the morning sun casting a golden hue over the lotus pond, Emerald felt something profound settle in her heart.So this… this is what it feels like to be loved.Maybe it was because Alaric had been too busy lately, or perhaps it was the novelty of spending the night on a boat with Emerald in his arms, but his sleep was deeper and more restful than usual.The sun had already begun its slow ascent, casting thousands of golden rays across the morning sky. As the light filtered thr
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Although Apollo already had two daughters, the Corrigan patriarch favored Alaric. Still, if a son was born first, the old master would undoubtedly take notice.Apollo exhaled sharply. "Then focus on raising your child properly and stay out of these matters. And as for you, Ethan, stop causing trouble for your uncle. Whether or not Emerald marries into the Corrigan—it’s up to the two of them to figure out.""I understand, Uncle," Ethan murmured, his eyes lowering.A flicker of regret crossed his face. The humiliation he suffered tonight—he would make sure to repay it tenfold.Meanwhile, Emerald was in an unusually good mood. She had always been indifferent to such things, but tonight, for the first time, she understood just how satisfying it was to put someone in their place."Aric, I never realized how useful your girlfriend's identity could be," she teased.Alaric caught the playful smile on her lips and smirked. "Baby, trust me—being Mrs. Corrigan is even more powerful than being my
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Emerald’s lips curved into the faintest smirk. "Because you never saw me as your girlfriend. No matter how sweet you acted on the surface, deep down, you always treated me like a plaything. But he never did. He knows how to respect a woman.""That’s impossible." Ethan's expression darkened. "There’s no such man in the world. He’s just better at pretending than I am. Don’t be naive, Emerald."Emerald crossed her arms, her voice steady and deliberate. “You’re the naive one. You have no idea how good Alaric is. Even if it were only for three days, I would still choose to like him. Didn’t you say I could never step foot into the Corrigan? Mark my words—one day, I’ll marry into the Corrigan, and you’ll kneel before me, serve me tea, and call me ‘Auntie.’”Ethan wanted to laugh—it sounded ridiculous.But coming from Emerald, it was terrifying.Because he knew exactly what kind of person she was.She was relentless, a natural at anything she put her mind to.Years ago, someone had insulted h
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Apollo, standing beside her, felt a headache coming on. His second marriage was already a calculated move, an attempt to secure a foothold in the powerful Corrigan. But now, before Cornelia could even settle into her new position, she had already offended the future head of the household.And Alaric… was not a man who let things slide.No one spoke.No one dared to.Because everyone knew—when Alaric smiled like that, the storm was only just beginning.But Alaric hadn’t just come to dinner tonight—he had come to make a point.And he made sure the Florida understood that.“That’s impossible,” Alaric said lightly, his fingers still resting against the necklace on Emerald’s collarbone. His tone was casual, but his eyes were anything but.“Teacher Greene has fair skin, a beautiful face, and legs that could make anyone jealous. Even women envy her. Whoever had the nerve to say such nonsense must be blind.”The room tensed. Cornelia turned her gaze to Ethan, her voice laced with artificial s
