Rosalie drove into the underground parking lot. After parking the car, she took the elevator upstairs. As she approached her house, she heard an argument coming from inside."Yerick, are you trying to stir up trouble again?""I'm not stirring up trouble. It was you who started yelling at me first!""Brat, if you've got guts, let's settle this one-on-one! Don't think I won't hit you just because you're younger."Rosalie frowned. Just as she was about to enter and scold them, another voice interrupted."If you two keep arguing, I'll knock both of you out."It was Justin's voice.Sebastian sneered. "Justin, what business is it of yours to meddle?""You fighting here could upset Rose, so it's not meddling. Teaching you both a lesson wouldn't take any effort at all.""If you lay a finger on me, Rose will be mad at you!" Yerick retorted angrily."Whether she's mad at me or not, I'll still have hit you two. It wouldn't be a loss for me. Go ahead, test me if you don't believe it."At that mome
During dinner, Sebastian and Yerick started competing again. They took turns piling food into Rosalie's bowl.Very soon, her bowl turned into a small mountain of food. She hadn't even taken a single bite.Rosalie didn't stop them either. She simply watched as the pile of food in her bowl kept growing higher and higher. Only when there was no space left to pile more food did the two finally stop.Sebastian's gaze was filled with affection. "Rose, you need to eat more. Look at you; you've lost so much weight. You need more nutrition."Even if Rosalie were plumper, he'd still adore her.Rosalie stared at them silently. After a long pause, she pushed her bowl toward them. "Split this between the two of you and finish it."The two men froze.Sebastian gave an awkward smile. "Rose, what are you talking about? This is all for you. Go on, eat up.""Do you think I'm a pig? Do you think I can eat all this? You're so focused on piling food into my bowl that you didn't even bother asking if I want
After the door closed, Rosalie turned and walked into the living room.She saw Justin standing there, quietly watching her.Rosalie gave him a small smile."Justin, it's getting late. You should rest early," she said."Rose, did those two give you a lot of trouble today?" Justin asked.Rosalie let out a gentle sigh. "It was a bit troublesome, but at least it distracted me from thinking about Grandma. Now that they've left, I'm starting to think about it again."Seeing that Rosalie was on the verge of tears, Justin immediately stepped forward. "Should I call them back? With their constant bickering, the house would be lively again."Rosalie was amused. "That's not what I meant. Don't worry, I'll manage my emotions. This too shall pass. I just want to find evidence to prove Grandma was murdered."As she said the last sentence, her expression turned somber."I'll help you investigate. Until then, I'm not going anywhere," Justin said.Rosalie lifted her tear-filled eyes to look at him. "Th
Justin continued knocking on the door. "Rose, may I come in?"There was still no response, and Steve kept crying.Feeling uneasy, he opened the door. Inside, he saw Steve crying in the cradle.Justin immediately picked him up. "It's okay, Steve. I'm here. Don't be afraid."He heard the sound of running water from the bathroom. The glass door was fogged over, indicating that Rosalie was inside taking a shower. She must not have heard the baby crying.But the baby was crying so loudly—why hadn't she noticed?Justin didn't think too much of it. He gently rocked Steve, trying to soothe him."Steve, don't cry. Be good. I'm here, okay? Do you need your diaper changed?"After checking the diaper and finding it dry, he continued, "Steve, are you hungry?"Justin quickly prepared some formula, but Steve refused to eat. His cries grew louder and more desperate, as though he was struggling to breathe.Justin set the bottle aside. "Steve, do you want your mommy? Be good. Mommy's in the shower. She'
Theodore sat alone in the hall, a solitary figure in the emptiness.When Rebecca was alive, the place was filled with laughter and cheer, but now it was just him.He sat desolately on the carpet, clutching his head. His face was pale. A complex web of emotions surged within him, making it hard for him to breathe.With trembling hands, Theodore took out his phone from his pocket and dialed a number.The call connected quickly. "Hello, Theodore."It was Aurora's voice.However, Theodore didn't say a word.Aurora sounded concerned. "What's wrong? Is something the matter? Theo, are you okay? Theo, if you have something on your mind, you can tell me. I'll listen. Please don't stay silent, alright? You called me for a reason. Tell me what's going on. Don't make me worry, okay?"Aurora's voice began to crack with emotion. "Theo, say something! Are you alright?""Aurora, I'll have someone pick you up. Come over," Theodore finally said."You want to see me?" Aurora asked, a burst of joy ligh
Aurora's heart pounded wildly, but she forced herself to appear calm, her expression resolute and righteous."Theo, my conscience is clear. But if you truly believe I did it, you can send me to prison. You can do whatever you want with me. As long as it makes you feel better, I'm willing to do anything for you."Aurora knelt on the floor, holding his hands tightly. "Theo, I know your grandmother's death has devastated both you and Rosalie. I don't mind being the one you vent your anger on. Do whatever you want. Even though I didn't do it, I'll confess to it once we get to the police station.""Do you even know what you're saying?" Theodore asked.Aurora smiled bitterly. "Of course, I know. Rosalie thinks I did it. Even though she has no proof, I understand that you don't want her to suffer. If…if I take the blame, it'll ease her pain, won't it? If she feels better, you'll feel better too. I'm willing to do this for you. But I hope that after I confess, you'll let Angie off the hook. S
Theodore drove Aurora back to her place.Once they arrived downstairs, Theodore stopped the car. "Aurora, go home and get some rest."It was already midnight.Aurora nodded. "Alright, Theo. But you should also rest as soon as you get back. If you're feeling distressed, you can call me and talk about it. I might not be able to help you solve anything, but sharing your feelings might make you feel better.""Okay. Go on inside," Theodore responded softly.Aurora opened the car door and got out. After watching Theodore drive away, she turned around and headed upstairs.When Aurora got home, she found that Angie wasn't there. It struck her as odd. The lights were on, but there was no sign of Angie anywhere.Where could she have gone at this hour?Aurora took out her phone and called Angie, but there was no answer.Frowning, Aurora sent her a message. [Angie, where have you gone?]Despite her dislike for Angie, Angie was still her cousin. Moreover, since Angie was staying at her place, Auror
After the doctor left, Justin walked to Rosalie's bedside."Rose, it's almost noon. What would you like to eat? I'll go buy it for you."Hearing Justin's words, Rosalie was momentarily stunned.Seeing the surprised look in Rosalie's eyes, Justin smiled and asked, "What's wrong? Why are you looking at me like that?""Didn't you say you wanted to talk to me?""Talk?" Hearing those words, Justin immediately remembered what he had just told the doctor. He smiled and said, "Yes, I wanted to talk to you about what you want for lunch."Rosalie smiled. "I thought you were going to persuade me to get my mental health assessed."Justin sat down on the chair next to Rosalie's bed, holding Steve."I won't force you to do something you don't want to do. And you've been through so much, it's normal to feel upset. I saw everything that happened. There's no need for someone else to assess your mental health and add to your pain."Whether the doctor assessed her or not, and even if it was confirmed tha
Dinner was pleasant and harmonious.After the meal, the three of them sat in the living room and chatted. The atmosphere was especially warm and relaxed.Most of the conversation between Rosalie and Theodore revolved around the book she was about to write.Rosalie asked Theodore many questions, and he answered each one carefully, offering his advice. In this field, he was indeed more knowledgeable than Rosalie as he had years of experience. His insights were sharp, whether viewed from a macro or micro perspective.As their discussion grew more complex, it reached a level where others could no longer understand.Justin sat silently on the couch, watching them. Even though he didn't understand their conversation, he wasn't annoyed. His gaze remained fixed on Rosalie.It was as if he couldn't find a place in their discussion, nor did he want to interrupt. So, he simply watched them quietly.Unknowingly, time slipped away, and it was already 9.30 PM. Justin glanced at the clock.His gaze l
"It's great to hear you say that! Once I've got a draft, you'll be the first to read it. If there are any mistakes or areas that need improvement, you have to point them out," Rosalie said.Theodore nodded and replied gently, "I can't wait to read it."Sitting quietly to the side, Justin watched their interaction. For a moment, he felt that the two of them were truly a perfect match. After everything they had been through, they could still share a meal and discuss these matters. They shared the same interests and values.And what about himself? Did he and Rosalie have anything in common? He knew nothing about finance. He was just a cold-blooded assassin. Only when he was with Rosalie did he feel like an ordinary person, but in reality, his true identity was one he could never reveal to anyone.Theodore was different. He was born into a prestigious family, had a high status in society, and had remarkable knowledge.Rosalie should be with Theodore. Only he could give her the life she de
Theodore asked, "Then how do we know whether this so-called financial critic is telling the truth or not? After all, not everything is just a rumor.""Exactly! That's a great question," Rosalie replied with a smile. "This brings us to credibility and information verification. I want to clearly address this in my book and discuss how to determine the credibility of financial information, much like verifying sources on the internet. I can share methods for cross-checking company reports, financial data, and news sources."If a company is indeed facing an issue, we need to analyze the specifics—what kind of issue it is, whether it can be resolved, or if it is just a normal part of a business cycle. Sometimes, we can't just focus on a single point; we have to take a macro perspective. "It's like a person with a mole on their face—if someone isolates that mole and uses it to argue that the person is not human, that wouldn't make sense. The mole is merely a part of the person, but it doesn
Rosalie eventually agreed to Theodore's suggestion to fetch her home on a helicopter.Instead of going to the car park to get her car, Rosalie went to the top floor and waited there. Very soon, a helicopter arrived and she hopped on. She managed to reach home in less than forty minutes.Rosalie remarked to herself that it was indeed good to be rich.When she walked into the living room, she saw Justin and Theodore playing with Steve.They blindfolded Steve and randomly exchanged positions, and made him guess where his father was. Steve sometimes burrowed in Theodore's embrace, and then in Justin's arms at other times. He was completely fooled by them.The two men were playing like children and having a blast.Warmth spread across Rosalie's heart at the scene before her.When they realized that Rosalie was back, Justin exclaimed, "Rose, you're back!"The two men looked at her and immediately tugged the blindfold off Steve's face for fear that she might scold them.Rosalie ignor
"You're praising me?" Theodore exclaimed, as if he heard something unbelievable. "It's completely reasonable for you to punch me."Justin patted Theodore's shoulder. "I'm standing right here, alive and well and able to see Rose, precisely because you defeated the evil within you. The one standing before me is the good Theodore. If I were to punch you, who'd be willing to save another?""If I were you, I'd punch me," Theodore said.Justin shook his head. "Not so. You might think this way because you haven't actually experienced it for yourself. Once you do, you'll realize that many things aren't what you thought they were, and that would change the decisions you make."Theodore had a newfound respect for Justin. If the world had more people like him in it, it would probably be a more beautiful place, without conflicts and struggles and endless criticisms and personal attacks.Theodore was starting to understand why Rosalie liked Justin. He was a man worthy of her fancy.Their rela
Justin reached Theodore and Rosalie's place at around 5.20 pm.He didn't come early, because Rosalie told him that she could only reach home at 5.30 pm earliest. He wouldn't be able to see her by coming early, anyway.Theodore was at home and came out to welcome him."You're here."Both men weren't antagonistic against each other, but there was a tinge of awkwardness in the air."You've recovered well," Theodore said politely, but it was what he genuinely thought.Justin was previously shot in the head and had half his head shaved. Some hair had grown out since then."I have recovered pretty well. Oh yes, I haven't thanked you for what happened previously," Justin said. "What for?" Theodore asked."After I got shot, everyone thought I was dead, but you noticed my finger moving. Had you not said anything, I might really have died."Theodore didn't immediately accept Justin's expression of gratitude. In fact, he felt rather guilty. His first reaction at that time was not to
Rosalie returned to her room and pondered hard before finally calling Justin back.He answered the call quickly and his voice came through the phone. "Hey, Rose. What's up?""Justin, come to my place tomorrow. You, me, and Theo, we'll have dinner together.""Tomorrow?""Yes, are you free?"Justin pondered for a moment before saying, "I am, but does Theo know about this?""He does. He agreed to it.""Alright, then. I'll head over tomorrow.""Where will you be tomorrow? I'll go pick you up after work.""It's fine, I can head over myself. Just give me your address.""I'll do that. You must come.""I will. I always do whatever I promise you.""Okay, I'll take you at your word. I'll text you my address. I knock off at five in the evening and take around half an hour to drive home. You can arrive here earlier than that."The two of them hung up soon after.Rosalie immediately drafted a text to Justin to inform him of her address. She was so worried she might get it wrong that s
Theodore fell silent for a few seconds before saying, "I know. I know deep in my heart that's what you feel."Rosalie suddenly felt cold, not because of the wind but because her heart had turned cold. "Theo, let's go home. I miss Stevie."Theodore nodded. "Alright, let's head home."These were stolen moments, and the time they shared right now was due to end.Rosalie turned around and suddenly stepped on something which caused her to lose her balance and almost fall.Theodore wrapped his arms around her and pulled her into his embrace. "Be careful."Rosalie was still recovering from the slight shock when she turned her head and realized how close they were to each other.Suddenly, Theodore cupped her cheeks in his hands and kissed her lips.Rosalie was stunned as memories flooded her mind. She felt tears welling up in her eyes and in that moment, she forgot about pushing him away. It was only when a thought suddenly came to mind that she shoved him away.In the past, she might
Rosalie recalled the rose Theodore gave her this afternoon, which he claimed he bought from the streets.A cold wind blew past, and she shivered slightly—it felt chilly. Theodore very chivalrously removed his jacket and draped it over her shoulders."Theo, I'm fine. I'm not cold. You wear it." She was worried he might catch a cold instead."I'm fine." When Theodore draped the jacket back on her shoulders, he put his arm around her shoulders and left it there. The two of them looked very intimate.Just then, Rosalie's phone rang. It broke the awkward moment that was brewing.Rosalie gently nudged Theodore's arm away and picked up her phone. "Hello."It was Justin calling. "Rose, it's me.""Hey, Justin. What's up?""Nothing, I just wanted to call to ask if you're asleep.""Not yet, I'm still out.""Oh? Are you out alone?""No, I'm with Theo," Rosalie said frankly."Right," Justin said, not pursuing the matter. "I won't bother you two, then. I just wanted to check in on you, n