"Why isn’t Yvonne here yet? Could something have happened to her? Call her and ask," Rosalie said—not out of impatience, but concern."Okay, I'll call her. Wait here for a moment." Sebastian took his phone and walked out.Rosalie watched him leave, puzzled. Why did Sebastian need to go outside to make a call?However, she didn't think too much about it. She leaned back in her chair, gently touching her belly, and smiled. "Sweetie, once we settle Mr. Carter's affairs, Mommy will take you to a beautiful place. Then, it'll be just you and me."-Sebastian called Yvonne again.She only answered after more than ten seconds. "Seb."Sebastian was a bit annoyed. "Where are you now? Tell me the truth. Did you find the right person or not?""I'm already here!" He heard Yvonne's voice near him.Sebastian turned around, and saw Yvonne leading a woman toward them hurriedly.Lily followed behind Yvonne, panting and nearly too tired to stand straight. She had met this weird customer at t
What was the problem with her being called Lily? Couldn’t she use that name?Rosalie extended her hand, still smiling kindly. "Hello, I'm Rosalie Young. Nice to meet you."Lily blankly extended her hand to shake Rosalie's. "Hello, Miss Young."The two were so polite to each other, even Yvonne couldn't stand watching anymore. What was with this situation? Her brother was even better at creating awkwardness than she was!"Great! Everyone knows each other now. Let's hurry to the private room. I'm starving! Have we ordered yet?" she said."We have, but since I didn't know when you'd arrive, the dishes haven't been served yet," Rosalie replied."Then I'll go ask the waiter to serve the food." Yvonne dashed to the waiter as if she was fleeing. She said a few words to him before hurrying into the private room, avoiding her brother's gaze the entire time.The three of them stood there in awkward silence, not knowing what to say.Rosalie noticed that Lily and Sebastian seemed a bit un
"Oh, I see. It's great that you're not a picky eater. People who aren't picky eaters are blessed," Rosalie praised."You’re not a picky eater too, right?" Sebastian’s eyes were filled with gentleness as he looked at her.However, he didn't think Rosalie was blessed. She lost her parents at a tender age, and was deeply hurt by her husband after that; and now that she was pregnant, she couldn’t tell anyone and had to give birth in secret. Was that called being blessed? Blessed people didn't live like that.Feeling awkward, Rosalie pursed her lips. "I am picky. You just haven't noticed."In fact, she wasn't picky. She just said that to lighten the mood."Then tell me, what don't you like to eat?" Sebastian asked. "Next time when we have a meal together, I won’t order it."Rosalie was rendered speechless. The atmosphere became awkward, and she didn't know what to do with her hands. She glanced at Lily, wanting to see her reaction.Lily was looking around, seemingly very curious ab
Sebastian's expression gradually became stiff, and despair flashed in his eyes for a brief moment.After a long time, he pursed his lips and said, "Yes, we’re just friends."Sensing Sebastian's disappointment, Rosalie realized that she might have been too harsh."Seb, I didn't mean to blame you. I know you're nervous seeing the girl you like right in front of you, and you're avoiding her because you're afraid she won't like you. But if you keep this up, you'll never win a girl's heart. If you're afraid, you'll never dare to take the initiative."Sebastian smiled bitterly. "Do you really want me to be with her that much?""Isn't that what you want?" Rosalie asked him back. "When you talked about her before, your eyes were filled with love. Seb, that's your wish. I just want to help you take the step you're too scared to take. Once your problems are resolved, I'm going to leave."Rosalie was referring not only to Sebastian's romantic affairs, but also the matter between him and his
Looking at the suspicion in Rosalie's eyes, Sebastian realized he had just overreacted."I'm sorry. I didn't mean to say those things," he apologized.Upon hearing Sebastian's apology, Rosalie felt much better. She smiled bitterly, and said, "It's okay, what you said is true. I really am scared. That's why I want to escape.""But by doing this, you're hurting yourself. I don't want to see you so upset. Why should you run away? All of this is Theodore's fault. Why is he so self-righteous?"Sebastian sometimes felt really frustrated with Rosalie, especially regarding her kindness. She always swallowed her frustration, and suffered all by herself.She wasn't stupid at all. She knew exactly what was going on, yet she chose to let go.Sebastian admitted that he loved this side of Rosalie. It was exactly this trait that he was fascinated by her. It was rare to find someone so kind in this world.He had experienced too much deception, and was tired of the constant scheming. It was like
Then tension in the air was thick. Rosalie was caught in the middle, undoubtedly the most tormented person there."That's enough, both of you! Let go! I'm begging you!" Now, not only was she angry, but she also felt embarrassed. She really didn't want to be a laughingstock. She was already ridiculous enough!Seeing Rosalie frown and her eyes reddening, Sebastian gave in. He was the first to let go of her wrist. Looking guilty, he apologized, "I'm sorry, Rose."Rosalie thought they were both going to let go of her; unexpectedly, as soon as Sebastian released her, Theodore seized the opportunity and pulled her into his arms with one hand. His other hand gripped her back firmly, and he pressed her forcefully against his chest.Rosalie's forehead bumped against his shoulder, causing her to feel dizzy. She was pregnant, and her body was fragile, so the intense movement made her unwell.Anxiously, she raised her head. She saw deep-rooted suspicion on his dark face. She was in deep pan
Theodore's anger intensified. "Looks like Sebastian knows everything. Are you hiding something from just me? What exactly is going on? If you don't tell me, don't even think about leaving today!"He felt Rosalie hadn't told him many things. It was as if everyone else knew about her life—except him."Tell the truth! Now!" Theodore demanded. He suppressed his anger, his breath becoming rapid and his heart pounding.Rosalie lowered her head to hide the panic in her eyes, and her eyelashes trembled slightly.Sebastian, both angry and feeling sorry for her, said, "Rose, tell him! Let him know what an irresponsible man he is, and how he's pushed you to this point!""Sebastian, shut the hell up!" Theodore roared at him. "This is between Rose and me! You’re an outsider, so mind your own business!""I'm her friend, not an outsider! Clearly, you're the outsider! Forget being something ridiculous like siblings, you're divorced and not even friends!" Sebastian's tone was sarcastic, filled
Theodore stood there unmoving, staring blankly at Rosalie. He almost forgot to breathe. The seconds felt like centuries to him.His trembling lips moved slightly as he took a step toward her.Seeing this, Sebastian moved to intervene and stop Theodore from getting closer to Rosalie. However, Yuvan forcefully stopped him and didn't allow him to approach.Sebastian clenched his fists; he was about to grab Yuvan's collar and fling the latter aside, when Rosalie suddenly spoke up. "None of you come any closer!"Theodore stopped in his tracks abruptly, like a soldier instinctively obeying orders.Rosalie slowly stood up from the ground. She felt dizzy but tried hard to suppress it, not showing any discomfort. She raised her head to speak to Sebastian. "Seb, I’m sorry, but I think I need to go back and rest.""I'll send you home." Sebastian took a step forward, but Yuvan blocked him again."Get out of my way!" Sebastian balled up his fist to punch him.Although Yuvan felt a bit u
Theodore lay on the bed, unable to fall asleep. He felt a fire burning in his heart, his mind unable to stop thinking about Rosalie.Whether his eyes were opened or closed, all he could see was her.Frustrated, he flipped to his side to pull out a drawer and retrieve a bottle of pills. He couldn't calm himself down without medication.Just then, his phone rang. Theodore picked it up and saw the name on his phone screen—it was Aurora.He flung his phone aside.It kept ringing, irritating him greatly. Eventually, he answered the call. "What do you want?""Theo, save me! Save me, quick!"Shock registered on Theodore's face. "What happened?""He's chasing after me… Can I go find you? I really have nowhere else to go! I'm so scared!""Who's chasing after you? Where are you right now?""I…I'm now at… It's so dark, I can't tell. I'm hiding in a small alleyway right now. As I came here, I think I walked past a bar called Endless. I took a right turn and ended up in this alleyway. I'm
Aurora collapsed on the ground, overwhelmed by the sudden force. Her head was pounding and she cupped her red, hot cheeks with her hands. "What…what did you do? Why did you slap me?" she asked, stunned. Yerick looked down upon her, his towering figure dark and frightening in the night. "Are you taking me as your hitman, ordering me around as you like?"It was enough that she ordered him to kill another. How dare she ask him to kill Rosalie?! She was digging her grave!"I didn't mean that," Aurora said agitatedly. "I'm just so scared! We're on the same boat, so we should help each other out.""Help each other out?" Yerick crouched down and pinched her chin. "Tell me, then. What have you helped me with so far? Why do you think I arranged for you to be by Theodore's side and allowed you to get to know him? What do you think is my motive?""I…I don't know!" Aurora said with trembling lips. The man before her was way too frightening, his eyes ghostly as he chuckled. "But I'll do wha
Justin brought the baby home and saw Rosalie spacing out before the kitchen counter. She didn't even realize they were home."Mama," Steve called out to her.Rosalie heard him and turned to look at them. "You're back."She took Steve from Justin's hands and held him in her arms."Rose, are you alright? What did Theodore tell you?" Justin asked. "Aurora felt guilty and made Angie her scapegoat. Angie has been nabbed by the police," Rosalie replied.Justin frowned. "Angie surely wouldn't be a sitting duck. She'll expose Aurora.""That's not wrong," Rosalie said. "The problem is, Aurora is too good at putting up a facade. Theodore doesn't trust Angie and he said he'll investigate things and find out if Aurora was involved. At the end of the day, he refuses to believe that Aurora is capable of something like that. He subconsciously thinks that Angie was solely responsible.""That sounds like something he would do," Justin concluded. "Last time, I could tell he's very protective of
Theodore turned around. "Is there something else?"Justin walked over. "Do you want to hold him? He seems eager to hug you."Theodore paused. Then, he gave a helpless smile at the corner of his mouth."No, you take him upstairs." The more he held Steve, the harder it would be to let go. He didn't even know why he felt such strong emotions for Steve. Perhaps it was because Steve was Rosalie's child, and thus, he couldn't help but care for the baby.Seeing this, Justin didn't insist. He was about to leave when suddenly, Steve started crying in his arms. Steve stretched out his hands toward Theodore, trying to reach him.Hearing the cries, Theodore's heart tightened. He turned around and saw Justin trying to soothe the child."Steve, what's wrong? Are you hungry? I'll take you back right away."Steve continued crying, louder and louder, and Theodore felt as if his heart were being squeezed. His feet felt like they were nailed to the ground, and he couldn't move.Justin took a few steps b
"And what about you?" Theodore countered. "Rose, when will you finally see what kind of people are around you? Sebastian's two-faced, pretentious, and full of lies. Justin has blood on his hands, with numerous enemies. He's like a ticking time bomb, and both of them will only bring you disaster."Rosalie sneered. "And how much disaster have you brought me? Do you think the mental torment you've caused me isn't enough?"Theodore gave a bitter smile. "Rose, do you want me to die to make up for the harm I've caused you?""No, I just hope you won't bother me anymore. I have my own life now. Whether it's good or bad, it has nothing to do with you. Once upon a time, Grandma was the last connection between us, but now that she's gone, we have nothing left."She avoided Theodore's gaze. "You should go now."Theodore clenched his fists. "If this is what you want, then I understand. I'll stay away from you in the future and won't bother you again, because, as you said, we have nothing left."Wi
Theodore was about to speak, but then he remembered he had important matters to discuss today and couldn't be sidetracked by Justin."Rose, I have something important to tell you. Let's talk privately.""If you have something to say, just say it," Rosalie replied. She knew he wanted Justin to leave, but she didn't mind if Justin knew what was going on.Theodore gave Justin a cold glance before continuing, "This matter concerns Grandma. I don't want anyone else around. It's something that should only be discussed between the two of us.""He's not an outsider," Rosalie replied without hesitation. "He can know about Grandma's matters too."Seeing the two of them about to argue, Justin immediately said, "I'll take Steve out for a walk and come back later."With that, Justin left.Rosalie quickly said, "Justin, you don't need to…""It's fine," he interrupted her. "I'll take him downstairs for a walk."With that, Justin left with Steve.Rosalie took a step back and said to Theodore, "Come in
Aurora looked incredibly sorrowful, completely unlike someone who was acting. Theodore, for a moment, didn't know whether he should believe her or not.When Rosalie had first told him, he had only defended Aurora, completely ignoring Angie.Now, with Aurora telling him that it was Angie who killed Rebecca, Theodore couldn't be 100% certain that Aurora was not involved in this matter.It felt like a layer of mist had been added, blurring his vision and preventing him from seeing clearly.After a long while, Theodore released Aurora."Get better first," he said, turning to leave.Suddenly, he heard some movement behind him. Turning around, he saw Aurora stumbling toward the window in the ward. She forcefully pulled open the window and jumped straight down.Theodore's brows tightened, and with rocket-like speed, he rushed forward. He grabbed her from behind and pulled her back from the window ledge. "What are you doing?!""Theo, let me die! I don't want to live anymore. Just pretend I kil
Theodore took out his phone and called Aurora, but she didn't answer the phone.He turned to the bodyguard and asked, "When you took Angie, was Aurora not at home?"The bodyguard nodded. "Yes, only Angie was at home. Aurora wasn't there."Theodore furrowed his brow. Was Angie telling the truth? Had Aurora fled in fear of being caught? He clenched his fists, his knuckles cracking.Could Aurora really be this kind of person? Had he misjudged her character all along?"Find her. I want to know where she went."A few hours later, Theodore's subordinates brought news of Aurora's whereabouts. She had booked a hotel room.Theodore led a group of people to her hotel room and knocked on the door forcefully, but there was no response.The staff member opened the door with a room key, and the group entered. Aurora was indeed in the room, and she was lying on the bed.Theodore strode over."Aurora!" he shouted, but as he got closer, he noticed that she was motionless. An empty pill bottle was on th
Hearing the recording on the phone, Angie was horrified and nearly fainted."No, that's not how it is! It's not like that!" she cried in fear.Angie tried to get up from the floor, but the two men behind her pressed her down firmly, keeping her kneeling on the ground."It's not like that!" Angie shouted. "Aurora's framing me! She's setting me up!""She's framing you?" Theodore sneered. "Didn't you admit that you killed my grandmother?""I… It wasn't me!" Angie's agitation intensified. "Aurora is clearly using me as a scapegoat! She tricked me into saying those things! This is all fake!"Angie finally realized that Aurora had planned to make her the scapegoat from the very beginning, wanting to rid herself of any involvement. It was so sinister—recording conversations and twisting the facts. How despicable!"Fake?" Theodore seized her face with one hand, gripping it so tightly that her face nearly contorted. He gritted his teeth and harshly demanded, "Are you saying Aurora did this?""Y