Yosef watched their retreating figures until they disappeared from view. He remained silent for a long moment.
Godber coughed lightly. "Mr. Nelson, they're gone. As the saying goes, love can't be forced. You must understand that by now..."
Yosef shot him a look. "Why didn't that stab kill you?"
Godber: ...
Once John and his group left, everyone’s attention turned to Carl.
Carl stood still, his black hair disheveled across his forehead, a bit of blood on his face. His right arm hung limply in his dislocated shoulder, looking thoroughly battered.
He stared at Yosef, emotions swirling in his eyes.
Natalie, nearby, looked at him harshly. "Carl, you said you could save Yosef. Was that true?"
Carl frowned, clearly annoyed. "Shut up."
"Answer me!" Natalie stood up abruptly, grabbing Carl by the collar, glaring at him fiercely. "You said you could save Yosef! Get to it!"
"A woman blinded by love is truly frightening. Nata
“I never claimed to be a good person,” Yosef said quietly. “But I don’t like being misunderstood.”His voice was calm. “Don’t lump me in with them. I’m not them, nor do I aspire to be.”Yosef's eyes gleamed with a dangerous light. The boy who had once seemed so harmless had grown into someone far more ruthless and cunning.Years ago, when he learned that his brother and mother had targeted Carl’s mother, he had been both shocked and furious. He had wanted to confront them but was met with their indifferent attitudes.At that time, he had wanted to comfort Carl, but Fred had informed him that Carl, grieving for his mother, didn’t want to see anyone.So, he had let it be.The next time they met, two years had passed. Carl was a different person. The timid boy who used to be pushed around was now smiling with a cunning glint, devoid of any genuine warmth.Reflecting on this, Yosef let out a bitter laugh.Carl furrowed his brow.
Carl raised the knife to his own throat. Everyone froze. Yosef's eyes widened."What are you doing?" he demanded.Carl chuckled. "Winner takes all. This game was always about betting our lives. I lost, so I'm giving you my life."With that, he slashed his throat without hesitation. Blood gushed out immediately. In the shocked silence, Carl collapsed to the ground, lifeless.Everything happened so fast, no one could react. On the hospital bed, Yosef's eyes flickered violently before gradually calming down.The room fell into a deathly silence. Patrick, seeing Yosef's strange expression, hesitantly called out, "Mr. Nelson?"Yosef seemed to come back to his senses. He stared at Carl's body on the floor for a long time, then closed his eyes briefly, loosening his fingers with a sense of defeat."Take him out."Ultimately, he thought, there's no one left by my side.The two bodyguards nodded and were about to drag Carl's body
Godber and Kirin also received treatment. Kirin recovered quickly due to the special drug, while Godber needed several stitches.After their wounds were bandaged, Kirin, with an ice cream stick in his mouth, handed another to Godber. Seeing Godber's discomfort, he shot him a disdainful look."Can't handle a little wound? I got cut too, and I'm almost fully recovered. Guess you’re not such a great assassin after all."Godber rolled his eyes. "You had the special drug. I'm just a regular human, still being alive is tough enough.""Why didn't you use the special drug? Your physical tests were good enough.""Didn't want to," Godber replied nonchalantly, biting into his ice cream. "I haven't found a worthy opponent in ages. No point in using the drug."Kirin laughed. "Who says you haven't found an opponent? Kevin almost killed you."Godber remained silent, his frustration evident."There's something I've been curious about," Godber
"Who’s he?" Ben asked, his confusion growing.Diana gently stroked Kevin's head with a tender smile. "This is my second brother, Ben. If you live with me, you’ll see him often."Kevin nodded.Ben looked at the little boy, drawing a sharp breath. "Diana, who is he? Don't tell me he's also your secret child with John! He looks four or five years old!"Ben's mind raced back four or five years... His sister was just a teenager then!Ben turned to John, eyes blazing with anger.“You...you monster!”Diana sighed. “Ben, stop imagining things. I don’t have a child that old.”“Then who is he?” Ben demanded.Before Diana could respond, Kevin put his hands on his hips and declared, “I’m her friend!”Ben was incredulous. “Friend? Little guy, you’re not even as tall as my leg. How could you be Diana’s friend?”“You’ve never heard of a friendship that crosses generations?” Kevin said seriously. “That’s what we have!”
"Yeah, Diana, what name did you come up with? I’m excited to hear it!" Ben chimed in.Diana smiled confidently. "Tiger Matthews!"Andrew: …Ben: …Colin: …The entire room fell into an awkward silence.Mitbahl, struggling to get up, said, "Madam, are you serious about this name?""Yes, I want my daughter to be as strong and healthy as a tiger. The name is simple yet unique," Diana explained earnestly.Everyone: … Strong and healthy?Who would name their daughter Tiger?Ethan cleared his throat softly. "Miss Thompson, is this the middle name?""What? With such a bold name, of course, it’s the first name!" Diana replied.Jackson hesitated. "Maybe you should reconsider?""No need to reconsider. I really like it," Diana said, smiling with satisfaction.Seeing this, everyone looked hopefully at John for help.This adorable little girl couldn't possibly end up with such a name. Boss, p
Hearing this, Diana's face darkened with anger."If only we hadn't handed Carl over to Yosef, I would have broken Carl’s neck myself!"Although Diana hadn't spent much time with Ivana, she had grown quite fond of the gentle beauty.She had even hoped for a romantic relationship between her and Jacob, but now...Sitting on the bed, Diana sighed."Now, all we can hope for is that Jacob can overcome his grief. It was clear he had feelings for Ivana."...On the third floor, Jacob entered the room without turning on the light and sat down on the large guest bed.This room used to be Ivana's.Though it had been carefully cleaned, he could still detect a faint scent of her unique medicinal fragrance.A scent that brought a sense of comfort.In the center of the room stood a large box filled with various snacks.He had planned to surprise her, hoping to add a touch of warmth to her not-so-sweet life upon he
Initially, everyone assumed it would be a well-known studio seizing the opportunity.But after some digging, it turned out to be a little-known studio called "Blue Rose," which not only lacked fame but had also been registered for less than a year.Nobody knew who the founder of the studio was; only the names of the two lead designers, Gates and Cenzo, were known.These two were completely unheard of.Speculation was rife.Everyone wanted to know the mysterious backer behind Blue Rose Studio, but no information could be found—it was shrouded in mystery.Attention shifted to Mr. Jonathan.As soon as Mr. Jonathan's flight landed, a group of reporters rushed up, brandishing microphones and cameras, firing questions at him."Mr. Jonathan, the theme 'Light and Shadow' seems more ethereal than your previous themes. What is your perspective on this theme?"Mr. Jonathan: "Contrast creates visual impact. This time, I want to brin
Could comforting children also be one of his natural talents?Just as he was curious, Ben made a silly face at the wailing Tiger in his arms."Boo~"The cries of the baby in his arms suddenly stopped.Everyone's faces showed a flash of surprise.That worked?!Ben immediately became smug: "I told you, I..."Before he could finish, a chubby little fist shot out and hit Ben square in the eye."Ah!"Ben let out a scream of pain, covering his eye and stumbling back a few steps.At the same time, another loud cry rang out."Wa~"The people around: ...Colin: "Didn't you say you could comfort them?"Ben howled in pain: "Colin, are you trying to be insensitive?! My eye... I'm blinded!"Kevin looked at these adults, his little face showing a look of contempt.Then he walked over and stretched out his arms towards Ben."Let me comfort Tiger instead.""You?"Ben
At another table, Frank sat staring at Liam in his smart suit, his brow slightly furrowed."Hey, been causing trouble lately?"Liam rolled his eyes, displeased. "No.""What's with the haircut then? Going for the military look?""My mom made me." Liam sipped his champagne. "She thought my old hairstyle looked too thug-like for Uncle John's wedding, so she took matters into her own hands.""No worries, I think this look suits you."Beside him, Rose tilted her head, looking at him with adoration."You know what? I think any look suits you, I just really like you.""Cough~"Liam choked a bit.He cleared his throat, "Don't say such things in front of everyone.""Sure, sorry~" Rose nodded obediently.Frank thought to himself, Damn. Even my bro's nephew is showing off in front of me? Can't let this slide!He turned to Jenny with a mischievous grin."Jenny, do you think my hairstyle looks good
Upon arriving, she put her hands on her hips, adopting an accusatory posture."Look at this, I left for just a moment, and you're already being targeted by women. How can I ever feel safe letting you go out?"John's deep gaze slightly lowered. "And you?"Diana looked down at the Red Rose in her hand, feeling a bit guilty."Uh..." She reached out and presented the rose to John: "It's for you."John remained silent.Instead, the little baby in his arms stretched out a hand, grabbed the Red Rose, and then happily held it in her arms.Diana chuckled, pinching the little baby's soft cheek."Oh, our Tiger likes flowers~"The little baby stretched out her short arms toward Kevin, earnestly offering him the flower.The little baby handed the flower to him!Diana was astonished."My goodness, Tiger, you can't even speak and you're already trying to win over little boys?!"Truly her daughter!Kev
Kevin pulled on his turtle shell bag strap, seriously said: "I really have to go now, remember, my name is Kevin Nelson."Saying that, he turned his head and was ready to leave."Wait a moment."Kevin stopped in his tracks, turned his head, looked at him with a complex gaze.What...Did his brother remember something, or was he reluctant to part with him?Yosef picked up a Red Rose beside him."This, take it."Kevin was somewhat surprised: "Give it to me? But I'm a man, why would you give me a rose?""It's not for you."Yosef handed the flower to him, glanced at the distant girl, and said: "It's for her."Kevin: "...I just told you, my sister has a husband and a child, are you still not giving up?"Kevin thought: Oh, no! My brother may falls again in the same place after losing his memory!"What are you talking about." Yosef interrupted his thoughts: "I didn't think about pursuing her."
Kevin let himself be led by Yosef's hand, and they both sat on the swing in front of the flower shop.Once seated, the little kid beside Yosef didn't make a sound.He wore a bowl cut hairstyle, carried a big turtle shell backpack, and lowered his head, lost in thought.Yosef occasionally glanced over at him.After a while, he couldn't remind silence any more."You..."Hearing his voice, Kevin immediately turned his head, his eyes sparkling as he looked at him.Full of anticipation.Yosef slowly opened his mouth: "This outfit... who bought it for you?""My brother, what about it?""To be honest, your brother's taste isn't great." Looking at the little one's green onesie, Yosef slightly frowned, "Ugly."Kevin: ……This outfit was something Kevin had insisted on buying for his fifth birthday.He also bought a larger size for Yosef, as matching brother outfits.Although Yosef never wore it,
Hearing this, Kevin covered his mouth: "You mean... my brother's mind is damaged?"Godber corrected: "This is called mental issues.""Isn't that the same thing?"Godber: ...It seems so.Diana frowned. "Yosef lost his memory? With so many enemies, your situation should be unfavorable now, right?"Godber: "Mr. Nelson had already anticipated this. Before completely losing his memory, he divided the remaining power of the Nelson family into three parts, assigning them to the other three members of the Nelson family to keep each other in check, while he decided to retire due to health reasons."Kirin nodded. "So, currently, apart from us and Patrick, no one else in the Nelson family knows Mr. Nelson has lost his memory, thinking he's stepping down due to health reasons."Kevin asked: "Then where is my brother now?"Kirin glanced at Diana and John beside him, hesitating whether to speak.But then he heard John calmly say: "Gri
John's voice had a lazy, sexy edge."Sleep a bit more.""...Okay."Diana turned over, adjusting to a comfortable position, leaning into his embrace.Just as she was about to drift off, she felt the hand on her waist start to move along her curves.Wherever it touched, it ignited sparks.Diana's eyes flew open, and she turned her head.Behind her, John still had his eyes closed, his expression as calm as if he were asleep.But the hand under the covers was very much awake.This beast.Diana turned around and bit his Adam's apple.John frowned slightly, then opened his eyes.His deep gaze locked onto the girl in his arms.As if capturing prey, with a wild possessiveness.Diana knew that look well.It was the same look he gave her last night.She squinted. "Again?"His response was another wave of kisses....Diana became an overnight sensation without an
Reeves turned back and glared at Morse.Wanting to say something to retort against this guy.But he found... There was nothing to say...He looked at the cold and noble man beside Diana and felt an extremely complex mix of emotions.From the moment this man appeared, he knew he had lost.Lost utterly.John slightly lifted his eyes and swept them over Reeves holding roses.Facing the man's icy and profound gaze, Reeves felt somewhat nervous.Just as he thought John would question him, he saw John casually withdraw his gaze and look at the girl beside him."Do you like it?"Reeves: ... This man actually completely ignored me!Being ignored hurt Reeves' pride even more than being questioned!It meant that this man simply didn't regard Reeves as a threat!Unable to help himself, Reeves said."Are you Miss Thompson's fiancé?"Hearing this, Morse behind him covered his eyes with his ha
Hearing this, Frank approached her and whispered, "Big sis, think it through. This guy doesn't seem too smart; having him around might lower our overall standard.""Don't worry, if you can work well in the studio, so can he."Frank: ???Reeves beamed with joy: "Then, Miss Thompson, please accept my flowers first. When I join the Blue Rose Studio, we can get to know each other better.""I welcome you to Blue Rose as a designer, but I can't accept your flowers or feelings.""Why?""Because I already have someone I love."Reeves: ......He opened his mouth slightly, then his expression fell."Who is it?"Reeves scanned the group behind Diana one by one.A bunch of top-notch handsome guys and beautiful girls almost blinded him.This...Each one was very likely!Reeves had a complex expression on his face: "May I ask impertinently, the person you like, is it a man or a woman?"Diana:
Faced with the relentless questions from the reporters, Diana remained calm.She nodded."The name Blue Rose does hold a special meaning for me. As for Reeves, I'm not familiar with him; I have nothing to say.""Miss Thompson, you're so young and accomplished; how about your love life? Do you have a boyfriend?"Hearing this, Ben immediately stepped forward."This is Diana's privacy; we refuse to answer!"The reporters were taken aback for a moment.Everyone stared at Ben wearing a hat; suddenly, excitement surged: "Isn’t this Big Star Fly? Why did he suddenly appear here?"Someone seemed to realize something."Could it be that Fly and Thompson are a couple?!""You're talking nonsense! Diana is my biological sister; stop spouting rubbish here! And this is my girlfriend!"Saying that, Ben pulled Liora over and tightly grasped her hand."This is my girlfriend; Diana is my sister, got it?!"Hearin