Larissa took Queenie to a salon, persuading Queenie to curl her hair.Queenie was initially reluctant until Larissa said, "Didn't you notice that Lena has straight hair?""I'll do it!" Queenie made up her mind almost instantly.A few hours later, her straight, long hair became curly.Unlike her usual youthful look, she now exuded sexy charms.Larissa caressed her chin. "Why do I feel that something is lacking? Oh, your clothes!"Later, they headed to the mall. Larissa chose a few clothes of different styles and shoved them into Queenie's arms. "Try them on."Queenie tried those clothes as told.She got changed into a pretty long dress with big flowers at the hem of the garment. With every time she took a step, she seemed like a lady stepping on a flowery path.Larissa wiped off the brown-red lipstick on Queenie's lips. Next, Larissa put on a striking red lipstick for Queenie.Larissa said, "I told you that you're a gorgeous one with defined features. But you kept dolling
"Dad, don't get ahead of yourself. My friend might've mixed things up. Isn't Larissa working as a janitor at Hamilton Group? "She must be dispatched to Hamilton Estate to be a janitor," Charmaine tried to convince her parents.Ethan wasn't buying it. He was wreathed in smiles. "We will find out once we get there. I've been wondering about it all along."If she is a janitor, how is she able to receive an offer from Hamilton Group? Plus, Mr. Clark said that Mr. Hamilton was impressed by Larissa at the banquet."I didn't expect things to turn out this way! Larissa and Mr. Hamilton are going out! Am I going to be his father-in-law then?"…Larissa kept Queenie company. They shopped at the mall. Later, Larissa went to Hamilton Estate in the evening.Ambrose was working in his study, so she went outside to feed Little Rocket.Once Little Rocket finished the given forage, she dusted her hands off and returned to the house.Ambrose happened to finish his work. Larissa pushed his wh
Charmaine, who was faking a cry, cried for real the moment Ethan yelled at her.Penelope pulled Charmaine over and motioned for her to get into their car.Penelope said, "Mr. Hamilton, Charmaine is still young and naive. Please don't take it to the heart. I apologize in her stead."Ambrose said expressionlessly, "Doesn't she share the same birthday as Larissa? Is she still a kid?"The corner of her lips twitched at that remark. She responded with a few words of courtesy before getting back to the car.Her expression turned grim as soon as she entered the car. "Larissa must've told him everything!"She's so ungrateful. Does she think that she's going to be a Cinderella after winning his favor? Dream on!"Ethan scolded, "Shut it! Think before you speak. Larissa wins his favor with her capability. What are you so upset about?"His words somehow ticked Penelope off. Her expression contorted in anger, unlike her usual self.She shouted, "I am upset about it! Didn't you see her sm
Charmaine said aggrievedly, "I'm just worried about you. I know the fact that we were switched bothers you, but that isn't my fault."I am also the victim. I couldn't be with my real family since I was young. I simply can't bear to leave Mom and Dad. Otherwise, I would have given you back your rightful place."Larissa crossed her arms. "You've said everything that can be possibly said. In short, you simply don't want to give me my rightful place."Charmaine bit her lip, feigning frailty. "Sorry, Larissa. I really can't bear leaving Mom and Dad's side. I won't take what's rightfully yours."I just want to stay by their side and repay their favor for raising me. I just wish I could stay with them. I won't get in your way."Larissa couldn't help but clap her hands. "What a great acting. I wish I could see you acting in a movie."She paused before continuing, "However, is it that you can't bear leaving them or the fame and wealth? You're the only one who knows that well.""It's not
Larissa maintained a deadpan expression. "I won't apologize. She deserves it.""How dare you talk back at me! I'm going to teach you a lesson today!" Penelope raised her hand high.Larissa stared at Penelope's hand without blinking her eyes.Larissa could dodge it perfectly, but she chose to stand right there.She thought, "This is the woman who claims to be my mother."The slap would eventually cut the remaining kinship between them.Her empty gaze somehow made Penelope anxious.But Charmaine's sob gave Penelope more reason not to stop there."Are you glaring at me? Apologize to Charmaine, or I will beat you to a pulp!" She flung her hand without pulling herself back.Larissa closed her eyes. Once Penelope slapped her, she decided that she would not acknowledge Penelope as her mother anymore.However, Larissa didn't feel pain in the cheek.At that moment, Ambrose held Penelope's wrist.He tightened his grasp a little, and a loud snap resounded.Penelope screamed in pain.
Ethan scolded, "Charmaine, you can sit anywhere to hear the story. "Why are you snatching seats with Larissa? How unbecoming of you. Get back to your usual seat."Only then did Charmaine change her seats reluctantly. She took the opposite seat.A feast was prepared. There were Larissa's favorites—lobsters and king crabs.Ambrose shelled the lobsters gracefully while wearing gloves.Handsome men appeared dashing in whatever they did. Although he was merely shelling the lobsters, it was a pleasing sight to behold.He would set them on Larissa's plate whenever he finished shelling them. Soon, there was a pile of lobster meat on her plate.She dug in, and her cheeks were puffy like chipmunks. She was so adorable that Ambrose wanted to poke her cheek.Feeling the difference in treatment, Charmaine became jealous.There was always an admirer shelling lobsters for her. But now, it was Larissa's turn to openly display public affection in front of her.A menacing glint flashed across
Larissa said, "This is my money. Why do I need to reach out to you when I need it? How inconvenient. I'm smart. You can't take a single cent from me, let alone others."She had a point, so Penelope couldn't dispute that.Ethan glared at Penelope, annoyed that she couldn't see the bigger picture.Be it money or projects, the Solaces would be flooded by them in the future."Alright. Since Larissa and Mr. Hamilton are engaged, you and Charmaine should give them your best wishes. I have faith in Larissa's choice." He took the liberty as the head of the family to interrupt the conversation.He looked at Ambrose. "Mr. Hamilton, why not announce the engagement to the public someday? It's good news. We should share the happy occasion."It was a scheme. As long as they announced the engagement between Ambrose and Larissa, the Solace family was bound to have only good days ahead of them.Ambrose said indifferently, "I have my plans for that. But before this, don't you think you should r
Charmaine threw herself into Penelope's arm. "Mom, I like Mr. Hamilton so much! Such a capable man should be mine. I can't stand Larissa getting so full of herself. You have to help me win him over from her. Please?"Penelope showed hesitation. "Mr. Hamilton has a powerful background, but he can't walk. Listen to me, let them be. I will introduce a better man to you."Charmaine protested, "No! I want Mr. Hamilton. I like him. He's generous. He will give me more money if I date him because I'm far better than Larissa."Charmaine had acted as an obedient daughter before this. But now that she found out that she was Ethan and Penelope's biological daughter, she figured that she need not put on an act anymore.She was taking shamelessness to a whole new level.Charmaine continued, "I'm so much better than Larissa in terms of looks, capability, and body. Mr. Hamilton is not blind. He will choose me for sure. I bet he decided to marry her because they had sex."He doesn't love her. If
Ambrose faced his back to Larissa.She tried to conceal her grievance and anger, shouting, "Aren't you leaving? Leave then!"He kept his back to her, not daring to turn around.Despite her efforts to suppress her emotions, he detected a touch of grief in her voice.Ambrose was frightened of turning around and seeing her tears.As long as he saw those eyes, he would be unable to resist the temptation to be selfish once again, to stay by her side at all costs.He gradually tightened his gloved hands.No. He couldn't be so selfish. He had become a monster, unworthy of her!He wanted to escape, hide, and not let Larissa see his monster appearance. However, he couldn't move at all. His feet stubbornly stayed in place, as if rooted.She walked up to him. She stared attentively at him for a moment before slowly reaching out to hold his hand.Just as her fingertips were about to touch his hand, Ambrose suddenly returned to his senses.Damn it! What was he doing? How could he let Lar
Max's treatment of external injuries was professional.He gently patted the wolf cub's head and said, "Bye."The wolf cub's eyes were full of gratitude. It looked at the humans deeply before running away without looking back.Larissa and her team continued to search for traces of the werewolf in Northernmost.However, they didn't find any useful clues. Max couldn't help but ask, "Madam, do you think there would be werewolves here?"She replied, "Although Jackie lied about the wolf cub, I believe he saw something real. No matter what, I'll find him, even if we have to turn Northernmost upside down!"On a mountain several miles away, a tall figure stood against the wind. He stood firm amidst the snowy landscape like a sturdy tree.The wolf cub approached him and affectionately rubbed against his trousers. He lowered his head, giving it a faint glance. "Little fool, don't get caught in human traps again."His tone was stern, with a hint of teaching. The wolf cub lowered its head i
There were no cameras in the hotel room, but there were in the corridor.In a fleeting moment, Larissa finally noticed something wrong.She rewinded the video and played it back slowly several times. Finally, she confirmed what she had seen.She slumped into the chair, completely lost.She knew that something must have happened to Ambrose.Although the footage got grainy right away, Larissa still saw it—Ambrose's hand had undergone some sort of transformation.What on earth had happened? She must find him as soon as possible!Everything was fine last night. Ambrose set off fireworks for her and even used drones to write his vow in the sky.He had done so many romantic things for her. Why did he change overnight? What was wrong with his hand?Larissa's mind was in chaos, unable to make sense of anything. After thinking for a moment, she called Max."Max, send a ship to pick me up... No, send me a helicopter. I have to go back right away."After returning, she immediately aske
Ambrose's pupils shrank.His right hand had completely transformed into the shape of a wolf claw.The mutation continued to spread up his arm, resulting in a thick layer of wolf fur.Dawn was approaching. A faint light shone on the horizon. The distant sea was tumultuous with no end in sight.Ambrose stood on the balcony, his black hair fluttering in the sea breeze.He cautiously lifted his right hand. At this moment, his hand could no longer be called a hand.From his fingertips to his arm, it had fully transformed into a wolf's paw. Even more terrifyingly, the mutation was still spreading toward his shoulder.His time was running out.Ambrose stared at his right hand intently for a long time. Until the cold air covered his long eyelashes with a layer of frost, he put on his gloves again, hiding the mutated hand.He returned to the bedroom, where Larissa remained asleep. She appeared to be having a beautiful dream, smiling as she slept.Ambrose sat down by the bed, gazing at
Larissa didn't notice Ambrose's abnormality. She thought he was preparing a surprise for her."Then hurry up, Mister!" She tiptoed and kissed his face before running out with a smile.His gentle smile disappeared after she left.Ambrose stared at his mutated right hand, his expression gradually darkening.He didn't want to appear so hideous in front of Larissa. So, he put on a pair of black gloves, intending to hide it from her.Larissa waited outside, kicking the ground with boredom. After a while, Ambrose came out."Mister!" Larissa dashed for him like a lively bird.He hugged her as he had done countless times before. She hooked her arm around his, and they walked out together.When the restaurant doors slowly opened, Larissa noticed the pink rose petals scattered all over the floor.It was so beautiful!It was evident that Ambrose attached great importance to their wedding anniversary tonight.She stared at his strikingly gorgeous profile. He turned and showed her a doti
A week later, Birdie awoke.She burst into tears upon seeing Larissa. "Ms. Larissa, those people beat me so badly! I thought I'd never see you again!"Larissa tenderly hugged Birdie and patted her back to comfort her. "It's fine now. Don't be afraid. I've already avenged you."Vincent stood nearby. He tightly pursed his lips, believing that the punishments meted out to those people were too light.After Birdie had stopped crying, she looked at him and asked, "Vince, why are you still so short?"He felt like he'd been struck by lightning.Birdie was a year older than Vincent. Girls at this age tended to be taller than boys, causing Vincent to be a head shorter than Birdie.He pursed his lips and quietly put away the small cakes he had prepared for her. It took him a lot of effort to snatch it from Victor.Even if he gave it back to Victor, he wouldn't give it to the ungrateful Birdie!Larissa could tell Vincent's thoughts and nearly came out laughing. She barely managed to hold
Larissa observed Fernando, feeling increasingly familiar with his appearance."Hmm... aren't you the guy who owes me a hundred thousand dollars in medical expenses? Have your injuries healed?"It was simple for a person to leave a lasting impression on her. He only needed to owe her money.When Fernando heard the familiar voice, he finally confirmed she was the one who saved him."It's me. I'm really sorry..."He didn't hide anything and confessed all of his wrongdoings. After speaking, he nervously waited.Larissa might criticize him harshly, hit him, or even trample on his dignity as Nayla did. Everything was his fault. He was willing to face the consequences.But...She pondered for a moment and suddenly asked, "You're quite skilled, huh?""Uh..." Fernando didn't expect her to ask such a question out of the blue. He paused for a moment before nodding.Larissa waved. "Join the Hamiltons as a bodyguard then! If you perform well during the three-year testing period, we'll pro
As the Daltons' men surrounded Max, Nayla managed to flee."Damn it!" He gritted his teeth and glanced at Fernando. "Since you didn't join Nayla in harming Ms. Zoey, I'll let you go. You may leave!"However, Fernando didn't do so. He seemed to have made a certain determination and bent toward Max. "Please allow me to stay by Ms. Zoey's side. I'm willing to spend the rest of my life protecting her."Max squinted. "Do you think I'll still believe you?"Fernando remained bent over. It was a posture of persistence rather than reverence. "I won't give up even if you disagree.""Whatever!" Max turned around indifferently and led the Hamiltons' guards away.Fernando soon straightened up. He appeared resolute. Even if Max barred him from entering the Hamilton residence again, he would silently protect Zoey....Nayla stitched up her face at the Dalton residence, her hands trembling violently."Damn it!" She let out a shrill roar and hurled the needle holder violently to the ground.H
Fernando became more certain of the truth when he saw Nayla's panicked expression."Do you want me to believe you? Then show me how you used the silver needles to save me.""I—" Nayla bit her lip tightly. "You hurt me, Fernando. Have you forgotten that I saved your life? You promised to repay me. How could you doubt me?"He returned to his former coldness and stepped closer to her."You're not the one I owe gratitude to. When I was severely injured and unconscious, I couldn't see who had saved me. I'd even forgotten her voice. Fortunately, I've recalled it. Or I'd have no idea how much longer you'd deceive me!"During this period, the humiliations he had endured from Nayla were vivid and echoed in his mind.He had also doubted how a kind woman who would help a stranger could become so cruel.Nayla explained that her parents had abandoned her since birth. Larissa had also caused the death of her grandmother, who had raised her.After returning to her biological family, Larissa r