Regina rushed through the crowded room, struggling to keep up with him.
"Where did he go?"
A tap on her shoulder made her heart race. "Brother?" she asked, turning hesitantly.
"Brother? Who are you talking about?" The man looked at her sharply. "Aren't you an only child?"
"No, it's nothing. I need to go to the restroom." Regina walked away, trying to avoid Henry's questions.
"I'll go with you!" Henry followed her.
"I'll use the ladies' room. You can't come in." Regina tried to deter him.
"I'll wait outside. I know you're actually looking for your lover, the one you call 'brother,' aren't you?" Henry taunted.
"I don't have a lover. Why don't you stay here and talk to those women? They've been eyeing you all night." Regina deflected.
"I'm still following you. It's more important to keep an eye on you!"
Regina sighed. "Okey, whatever."
***
Regina hurried the ladies' room, leaving Henry to wait outside.
Regina's free hand reached out, knocking the glass over, shattering it. Suddenly, the door burst open. Her vision was blurry, but she could see someone dragging her brother and beating him. Regina’s consciousness faded, and she eventually passed out. When she opened her eyes, a familiar scent filled her nostrils. "Where am I?" Her throat felt raw. A man handed her a drink. "Drink this!" Regina turned to Henry and accepted the glass of water. "Why did you meet secretly and end up getting hurt? You should have brought Amelie with you; I pay her to protect you." "Why were you there? Were you following me?" Regina asked. Henry looked at her seriously. "I happened to see you, and Amelie reported that you left quietly. Luckily, I found you and saved you." Regina looked at Henry, reaching out to touch the bruise at the corner of his mouth before pulling her hand back. "Why did you fight for me? You should have just ignored me!" "You expect me to stand by and watch you almost d
Regina felt the warmth of his hand on her waist. She looked up at Henry's face. "What am I thinking? There's no time to be captivated."Gently, Regina grasped Henry's arm. "Regina Grace Tan!" Henry shouted, raising his hand, his voice filled with anger. "Is this why you invited me for drinks?""Henry, I...yes, that was my intention." Regina reached out to touch Henry's face. "I fell in love with you without realizing it and I want to be with you."Henry frowned. "You think you can toy with me? Get out of my way!" He brushed Regina's hand aside.Henry got out of bed. Regina watched him closely. As he moved towards the table, she stood up and blocked his path, wrapping a blanket around her. "Henry!"Suddenly, Regina embraced Henry, startling him. "Regina, do you know what you're doing?"Henry broke the hug and looked at her. "Are you trying to seduce me like this?""Isn't it working?" Regina stood on her tiptoes and kissed him briefly. "How about now?"Henry eyed his flirtatious wife su
Regina awoke and quietly reached for the medication she had hidden in the drawer, quickly swallowing it.Henry wrapped his arms around her waist, startling her. Luckily, she had already taken the pill. She turned to Henry. "You're awake?""Don't you want to have kids?" Henry asked, his voice deep and serious.Regina paused, considering his question. "We already have Kevin, and if I get pregnant, you might lose interest in me. I don't want that," she replied as naturally as possible, concealing her true reason.Henry tightened his embrace. "You talk as if I'm only interested in your body." He released her and added, "Stop taking those pills; they're bad for your health. I'll use protection."Henry got out of bed, his expression cold."Henry, are you upset?" Regina asked hesitantly."No, I'm not angry over something so trivial. Besides, you're right; if you got pregnant and became unattractive, I might leave you," he said before heading to the bathroom.Regina clutched her chest, feeli
"What's up with Kevin? It's not like him to be so cold to you," asked Henry, watching Kevin walk away without acknowledging Regina's greeting."It's because he's just like you. Jealous over ridiculous things," Regina replied. "I just can't understand you guys.""Regina, if I or Kevin complimented someone else, wouldn't you feel annoyed? Didn't you dislike it when Amelie got too close to me and Kevin?" Henry said, trying to explain.Regina paused, contemplating. "So, that's how Kevin feels?" She had grown accustomed to suppressing her emotions. Finally, she began to understand the feelings she couldn't grasp before."Don't worry about it too much. He'll return to his usual self once his anger subsides," Henry reassured her."But I'm not sure. Henry, is your assistant feeling better? I want to visit the hospital," Regina said.Henry put down his utensils. "Regina, wasn't the punishment I gave yesterday enough?" His gaze turned sharp."A
"Have you successfully acquired their factory?" Mr. Tan stared coldly."No, I didn't manage to," Regina replied with a regretful expression. "But, I came to discuss--"Mr. Tan grew furious, "How dare you come here in failure! Do you still expect me to acknowledge you as the company leader?""Dad, but I successfully completed the project in City A. Haven't I met the requirements? Today is exactly the last day we agreed upon." Regina tried to remain calm, attempting to soothe her pounding heart."No. You're still not worthy because you've only succeeded in one project. What would become of this company if you were to take over?" Mr. Tan opposed.Regina felt profound disappointment, "Papa, you're breaking your promise! I've given my best for the project I promised to succeed, but you don't acknowledge it just because of one failed project."Mr. Tan smirked cynically, "Regina, failure in business remains failure. Now go back there until you succ
Regina felt a warm embrace from behind, yet her heart remained filled with uncertainty. "Henry, let go of me!" Henry gently kissed her ear. "I'm sorry, Regina. I'm just worried. That man must be dangerous because I've had trouble catching or doing anything to him. I'm just afraid something might happen to you without my knowing." Regina turned her face away, uncomfortable. She still tried to pry Henry's hands from her waist. "I'll forgive you this time, but you must withdraw everyone who's been watching me. You know, I'm tired of being surveilled." Henry reluctantly released her and turned her to face him. "But what if something happens to you?" "Nothing will happen to me. You're just being paranoid, Henry. There's something more important I need to talk to you about," Regina said, her tone turning serious. "What is it? Do you need my help?" Henry asked. "I want to keep my promise to you. I know you must already know that I've resigned, right? Can I join your company soon?
Regina felt her heart pounding rapidly. She found herself in a disadvantageous position. Stuck in a dead-end, Regina quickly thought of a way out that would keep her alive. "Mrs. Jian, killing me won't solve anything. Henry will hate you." Mrs. Jian's gaze sharpened even more, "He will only hate me for a while, you will be quickly forgotten. If I let you live, my relationship with my son will worsen." Regina grinned instead, "You should come with me too, Mrs. Jian." Suddenly, she grabbed the startled Mrs. Jian, causing both women to nearly fall off the balcony. "You crazy woman!" Mrs. Jian cursed. Both bodies were now at the edge of the balcony. This time, Regina could match Mrs. Jian's strength. "Mrs. Jian, if you push me once, our lives will end together." Regina could see the woman's pale face. "No, you will die first!" Mrs. Jian tried to release her grip. The sudden movement caused their bodies to lose balance. "Regina!" Henry ran and immediately held Regina's bod
Henry raised his voice. "What's the meaning of all this? How dare you accuse my wife?"The police calmly responded, "CEO Jian, this is a case that concerns your mother, will you protect your wife? Mrs. Regina, please come with us!"Henry stood in front of Regina, blocking the police as they approached her. "Wait a minute! What evidence do you have?"The police stared at Henry seriously. "We have enough evidence to arrest Mrs. Regina for attempted murder against Mrs. Jian. We will take her for further questioning.""What evidence? All the evidence my mother showed you is just manipulated. I can testify because I witnessed the argument between my mother and my wife."Regina grabbed Henry's hand. "Henry, I will go with them. Besides, I haven't done anything wrong.""But, Regina, they might force you to--""Henry, trust me."Regina let the police take her away, leaving Henry helpless. "Meeting adjourned! You can leave, and I hope you keep your mouths shut. If anyone dares to spread it, I