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Emerald’s mouth fell open at what she heard. Her ears seemed to perk up at the mention of that name. Before she could react or say anything, the principal spoke again.“I know one of your students is a Corrigan, so I believe you’ve already met his father, right? Teacher Greene, can you speak to Mr. Corrigan privately on behalf of our school? The land isn’t that big. To them, it’s just scraps they could turn into a lawn. After all, this will benefit all the children here, including his son,” the principal explained, as if he wouldn’t take “no” for an answer.Emerald knew that this principal’s concern was fake. It was just another one of his political moves, but what he said was true—this would benefit the children.“I know this matter isn’t easy. As educators, we always have to think of the children’s welfare. I can’t promise I can do it, but I should at least give it a try. What do you think, Teacher Greene?”Emerald sighed. She didn’t have much choice but to comply.“I can do that, s
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“Yes… I want to…”“I’ll be back tonight.”Emerald smiled and shook her head. Her heartbeat gradually slowed down.“What time is your flight? I’ll pick you up,” she suggested.“I’ll arrive around nine o’clock,” he replied and immediately hung up the call.Emerald closed her eyes tightly and tried to calm herself down. She could hear her heart pounding hard in her chest—so much so that she wanted to reach in and yank it out just to make it stop!Alaric didn’t refuse, which meant there was still room for negotiation in this matter!The hot wind blew through her hair as Emerald traced her fingers along the rough surface of the wall. She listened to the faint sound of the children crying on the other side, and she finally made up her mind.Alaric is a businessman, and Emerald knew exactly what it took to negotiate with a businessman. All she had to do was put her bargaining chips on the table.The only question was—is her body worth the value of this land?She had no idea. She knew full we
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After having kissed a man like him before, Emerald now realized that she had never truly understood him. He was powerful and mysterious.She felt the rough yet gentle touch of Alaric’s hand slowly sliding from her shoulder down to her hand, making it hard for her to think clearly. He was a patient hunter.Emerald looked up and met Alaric’s intense gaze. She wrapped her arms around his neck and examined every inch of the man before her. She had never done this before—staring so closely at the man who awakened a side of her she never knew existed.The man who taught her everything she now knew. The man who made her feel that she wasn’t as boring as she thought she was.Emerald bit her lower lip, her breaths becoming deeper. She felt like she was slowly being consumed by the fire radiating from his body.“I want to…” she whispered seductively.She was a straightforward person. Once she made a decision, she wouldn’t hesitate. Pressing herself against Alaric’s body, she nuzzled into his ar
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The motion exposed her lower back and the curve of her hips wrapped in a satin skirt. The delicate fabric shimmered, and from this angle, she looked particularly alluring. Alaric’s gaze lingered for a moment before he shifted his eyes away from her.“I live here alone. No one else comes over, so I don’t have visitor’s slippers,” she explained as she took off her shoes.Alaric glanced at the shoe rack and saw that there were no men’s slippers, a sign that not even Ethan had such a privilege. His mood shifted subtly at the realization. He swiftly removed his leather shoes and stepped inside wearing only his black socks.The small living room had a single sofa draped with a white cover. A few photo albums were neatly arranged on the coffee table, where Emerald would usually sit and look at pictures.Emerald glanced at Alaric, noticing how he seemed more interested in her space than she was.A sense of embarrassment washed over her as she recalled what she’d done earlier. In the past, he
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When she lifted her gaze to meet his, their eyes locked. The sincerity and concern in his eyes made Emerald’s chest tighten. She wanted to cry.“H-huh?” she stammered, taking a deep breath to hold back her emotions. “J-just a little…”The sound of water flowing from the faucet stopped as Alaric turned it off. Emerald’s heart pounded louder and faster. When she looked at him again, she couldn’t hold herself back anymore.Her hand reached up, grasping his loose tie, and she stood on tiptoe to give him a gentle kiss. Alaric quickly responded, his hands sliding up to her underarms, and in one swift motion, he lifted her onto the kitchen island without breaking the kiss.His upper body leaned closer, and he covered her completely, deepening the kiss little by little. Emerald gripped the edge of the marble countertop to steady herself, and Alaric’s large hand caught her wrist. His body temperature was always higher than hers, and when their skin touched, it felt like she was burning. Withou
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“Or maybe we can continue this after we eat?” Alaric’s voice was soft as his lips brushed against Emerald’s ear, making her murmur in response.She took a deep breath, bowing her head in embarrassment. She still wasn’t used to Alaric being so bold with her, especially with his words.“Yes… We can, Mr. Corrigan.”“Can you call me by my name now? I’d like to hear you say it, Emerald. It’s been a while. I’m honestly tired of you calling me ‘Mr. Corrigan,’” Alaric said softly, looking at her with pleading eyes.Emerald swallowed hard, surprised by his words. She thought it wasn’t a big deal to him since he never mentioned it until now.Clearing her throat, Emerald looked at Alaric, who stared back at her, waiting for her to say something.“Alaric…” she mumbled shyly.A playful smile immediately spread across Alaric’s lips.“What’s our plan for later?” he teased, as if trying to provoke her.Emerald’s cheeks burned, and she avoided his gaze like a child, but Alaric was quick to catch her c
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“Sorry, this is all I could make. I don’t cook much, so I don’t have many ingredients at home. Next time, I’ll make sure to stock up on more so I can cook you a proper meal. Actually, I’m also good at cooking Western dishes or even sashimi,” she said nervously, avoiding direct eye contact with him.She waited for him to respond, but he said nothing. Instead, he started eating silently. He finished the meal in a matter of seconds, even picking up the bowl and drinking half of the soup. Emerald’s mouth hung open in surprise.“Your cooking skills are good. I like it…” he said, wiping the remaining soup from the corner of his lips.Before she could figure out if he was being sincere, he suddenly pulled her close, wrapping his arms around her waist.“Alaric, wait…”“Don’t move,” he ordered gently. His hands traveled down to her hand that had been scalded.Alaric took out a stick of scalding medicine and gently applied it to her blisters.“Ouch…” Emerald whimpered softly as she felt the sti
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Embarrassment washed over her as she stared at them. She’d never realized there were so many options until now.“I just grabbed whatever was there. Didn’t really look at what they said,” Alaric’s sudden voice beside her explained awkwardly, causing her to glance up. Emerald saw the tips of his ears had turned a deep shade of red.She nodded slowly, unable to form any words. They were just small boxes, but holding them felt like they were burning her hands.Alaric turned back and began putting away the fruits and vegetables in the refrigerator, filling up the empty shelves instantly. Emerald watched his tall frame, her emotions swirling in a confusing mix of frustration and yearning.She never wanted to get this close to any man before. Even Ethan, whom she’d dated for three years, had never gotten past holding her hand.But now, here she was—inviting Alaric into her home.“What are you thinking about?” Alaric turned around and caught her looking at him with a complicated expression.E
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At night, after Emerald had fallen asleep, she would secretly call her mother—until Alaric caught her in the act.At the shareholders' meeting, Alaric eliminated four people and uncovered the one who had been secretly buying up scattered shares.It was Griffin.In a final twist, Mr. Corrigan betrayed him, and Griffin realized too late that he had been played.Alaric regarded him with an icy stare. “Did you really think I’d invite you here for anything else?”He took slow, deliberate steps toward Griffin. “You wanted Teacher Greene to forget me. But in the end, she forgot you instead. You schemed and plotted, but did you ever consider that this would be the outcome?”Griffin let out a bitter laugh, his eyes filled with resentment. “Alaric, you’re unbelievably lucky. Fate favors you—again.”His voice turned sharp with frustration. “Why does it always have to be you?”Alaric’s expression remained unreadable. “I know you blame me. You think your father abandoned you and your son.”Griffin
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Now that Alaric had decided to marry Emerald, he naturally had to address the issue of inheritance.He had promised that he wouldn’t let Emerald suffer any injustice.James was thrilled but hesitant to believe it. He looked up at her cautiously and asked, “Can I really call you that?”Emerald knew that despite his tough exterior, he was actually very sensitive.She crouched down, gently running her fingers through James’s hair. “Of course, if you want to.”Without hesitation, James threw himself into her arms. “I do! Of course, I do—Mom.”His tears fell onto her neck, and Emerald’s lips curved into a soft smile.I just got a son this big out of nowhere.James was so attached to her that even when they walked, he would hook his little fingers around hers.It all felt like a dream.When Emerald looked up, she noticed Jamilah standing on the terrace, silently watching her. Their eyes met for a brief moment before Jamilah quickly turned away.James sighed and explained, “Mom, my sister ha
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"Get ready, that’s where we’re landing," Alaric whispered in her ear.As they descended, Emerald noticed the intricate details within the rose fields—windmills, charming fairy-tale cottages, and delicate pathways weaving through the flowers.It was the kind of place that would go viral the moment people saw it—a dreamlike destination straight out of a storybook.Under Alaric’s steady control, they landed smoothly on the soft grass. The moment Emerald unbuckled her harness, she threw her arms around him, holding him close.The air was thick with the intoxicating scent of roses, and amidst it all, she could hear the steady rhythm of his heartbeat."Emerald Greene, I will never let anything hurt you again. From now on, I will make sure you're happy—forever.""Mm. I believe you.""Wow! This is straight out of a movie!" Iris gasped, pinching Gio’s arm. "I must be dreaming—this kind of romance isn’t even this dramatic in films!"Gio winced. "Ow!""That hurt!""Of course, it hurts! You pinch
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Iris, still stunned, turned to stare at him. "Wait… is he that rich? So rich that he could casually win the title of ‘Little Prince’ or something?""He is the one who is the one who is the one.""Brother, why didn’t you tell me he was this handsome?! He’s so young and fair-skinned—he looks like he stepped straight out of an anime! Not a trace of that tacky, nouveau riche vibe at all."Even Emerald was taken aback, though not nearly as much as Iris.Noticing that the young man wasn’t much older than herself, she stepped forward, bent down, and offered him a hand."Are you okay?" she asked.Yngrid grabbed her hand and stood up, flashing a bright, friendly smile. “Don’t worry! Second Sister-in-law, you’re so beautiful! So gentle! No wonder Second Brother has been thinking about you for years—he finally got you.”Alaric frowned, glancing at the knife embedded in the table. “How many times have I told you? Stop running around with a knife in your hand.”Yngrid looked utterly clueless. “But
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Emerald was sharp enough to catch the implication. This man was clearly from the Corrigan, but how could he be Alaric’s second brother?Nancy smiled. "It’s a long story. Sister-in-law, come inside quickly. Gabbi has been preparing all morning to welcome you."Gio, who was usually the most lively among them, suddenly looked uncharacteristically serious and polite. "Sorry to trouble you, then."Nancy turned his gaze to the other guest. "Welcome. You must be Ms. Benitez."Iris straightened up, her usual playfulness replaced by a bit of nervousness. "That’s me. Hello, hello."As the group walked inside, Gio trailed behind, but Iris discreetly poked his waist. "Who is he? You seem a little scared of him."She had met Gio’s friends many times, but she had never seen him act this cautious.Gio lowered his voice. "You may not recognize him, but you’ve definitely heard of the Medical Research Institute."Iris froze. "You mean the world’s number one pharmaceutical company?"Her mind was spinnin
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The sun shone brightly, and magpies chirped from the branches—a perfect day.Iris, already waiting downstairs, let out a low whistle. “Tsk, tsk, tsk. Interlocked fingers? Teacher Greene, Mr. Corrigan, could you two be any sweeter?”Caught off guard, Emerald instinctively tried to pull her hand away.But Alaric tightened his grip. “Don’t let go.”Her cheeks flushed, and she nodded. “Okay.”Iris was about to whistle again when Gio quickly clamped a hand over her mouth. “For the love of god, stop teasing them. My Alaric is the most patient guy—until he’s not.”Iris blinked. “Huh? But Mr. Corrigan seems so refined and gentlemanly.”Gio scoffed. “That’s just for women. When it comes to me, he’s got a double standard.”Clearly, Gio had endured Alaric’s ruthlessness one too many times. If Iris kept poking fun at him, Alaric would undoubtedly find a way to get back at them both.Completely oblivious, Iris had no idea what was happening. She tried to push Alaric into the front passenger seat,
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"I won’t say things like that again," she murmured. "If I do, I’m not just belittling myself—I’m belittling your love, too.""That’s right." Alaric rubbed her head gently. "The past is heavy baggage. If you can, let it go. The future will be so much better."She smiled. "Your little Greene has finally grown up.""You have a daddy boyfriend, so you have to grow up."Emerald wrapped her arms around his neck, her voice soft. "Thank you… for teaching me how to love.""It’s my greatest honor to receive Teacher Greene’s love."Their eyes met, the space between them shrinking as they leaned in—Then Alaric’s phone rang.He exhaled sharply, turning it off without hesitation."Sorry. Let’s pick up where we left off."The caller was persistent. Emerald sighed, nudging Alaric playfully. "Go on, Mr. Busy."He had already spent so much time with her over the past two days, and she was more than content.But Alaric never returned after heading to his study. Emerald waited alone until eleven o’clock
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At first, Emerald worried that Gio was just fooling around and that Iris would end up getting hurt. But later, through Alaric, she realized that Gio was genuinely working hard for their future.It was only then that Emerald recognized how extreme her past views had been—believing that marriage was a trap and love was nothing more than fleeting sweetness.Iris, in her simplicity, had understood something far earlier than she did: love is about two people growing together, striving toward a shared future.Even someone like Iris, who had spent years drifting through life, was now determined to change. And that alone was a good start.Gio had seen all kinds of people in his world, but it was Iris—pure and untainted, like a blank canvas—who truly captured his heart. She made him want to protect her.Now, Emerald could finally put her worries to rest.The so-called unreliable playboy hadn’t even touched Iris all this time. That fact alone proved he was someone she could trust."Ember, I'm n
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Alaric stared coldly at the woman standing before him, utterly unfazed by her desperation."It doesn't matter who it is. I don’t owe you an explanation."Yngrid’s emotions spiraled out of control again, but before she could lash out, Winston’s expression darkened. The usual elegance in his demeanor vanished, replaced by an icy sharpness."Do you need me to remind you of your place?" he said, his voice cutting through the tension like a blade.Emerald watched the scene unfold, quickly deducing that Winston held Yngrid’s fate in his hands. Yngrid’s reluctance was obvious, but in the end, she had no choice but to submit.She took slow, deliberate steps toward Emerald. "Emerald… I’m sorry for what happened," she forced out. "I apologize."Emerald didn’t miss the unwillingness in Yngrid’s eyes. And to be honest, she had no desire to accept it.But she also knew that she had finally convinced Alaric to reconcile, and the partnership with the Santos had been secured. Yngrid’s presence here w
