Noticing that Ethan was wavering, Penelope continued, "Mr. Hamilton is great, but think about it—why is the mighty Mr. Hamilton living in a small city like Ambrollum City? He might have been chased out of the Hamilton family."His eyes widened in surprise.Who were the Hamiltons?They held the esteemed status of being the most elite family in Jaedornia, where affluent households encircled them.To put it in a good way, Ambrose was taking a break in Ambrollum City.But to put it in a bad way, he was abandoned by the Hamiltons because of his disabled legs!Without the Hamiltons' support, Ambrose was a mere CEO of Hamilton Group's branch in Ambrollum City. There was a limit to the benefit he could offer the Solace family.Penelope walked up to Ethan from behind, massaging his head gently.Her voice softened. "Zayn is different. He's a shareholder of Starlight Entertainment, which is a big corporation."He's clearly taken an interest in Charmaine. If you reveal that Charmaine is a
"Are you talking back at me? Don't think that you can act up in front of me just because your fiancé is Mr. Hamilton. I'm your mother!" Penelope yelled.Larissa said, "Before you lecture me, why don't you ask your precious daughter what she did?""Enough! Shut up!" Ethan's head hurt from the loud voices.He looked at Charmaine. "Charmaine, tell us what happened."Charmaine bit her lip as if she was the victim. Tears began trickling down her cheeks as she struggled to speak. "Dad, Larissa was trying to kill me!"His expression darkened. "Why?"Actually, he wasn't buying it. Although Larissa had been neglected, she had never crossed the line since they reunited.Not to mention that today was an important day for her—they were going to announce the engagement between Larissa and Ambrose.Even if she were going to kill someone, she wouldn't choose to do it on such a significant day.Charmaine said, "B-Because I tried on her gown out of curiosity. She's mad at me. I didn't do i
Larissa smiled lightly, pointing at a hidden corner of her room. "Mom taught Charmaine to use a miniature camera, didn't she?"That inspired me. I grew up in an orphanage, so I almost never had a sense of security. I was afraid that I would misplace things and then lose them, just like how it happened often in the orphanage."So, I installed a camera in my room and checked the footage from time to time. That way, I can know if someone steals my things. I can prove who's lying with the footage."Penelope and Charmaine were trembling. They didn't expect Larissa to be so vigilant that she had even installed a camera in her room!Penelope said, "Larissa Solace, do you ever see this place as your home? Are you guarding against thieves or us?"You installed a camera in your room? Aren't you afraid that the footage of you changing clothes might get leaked? Even if you have no shame, you should protect our family's dignity!"Penelope charged toward the camera hidden in the corner like a
Penelope grew anxious upon hearing that. "You can't do that! Charmaine is your biological daughter! How could you say that she was switched at birth?" "I can! I'm the head of the family. Didn't you say that Zayn would come? If he shows up and publicly expresses his wish to pursue Charmaine, I will not say anything about that. Otherwise, I will only acknowledge Larissa as my biological daughter!" With a snort, Ethan continued, "If you still want to continue enjoying your life as a wealthy lady, freshen up your makeup and head to the hotel with me. If you don't, feel free to just stay at home instead."Penelope trembled all over. Given how her silk-stocking life depended on Ethan, she dared not go against him. Hence, she immediately applied a thick layer of powder to her face, concealing her slap mark. …After getting changed, Larissa gracefully descended the stairs, her eyes twinkling. Her light pink gown flawlessly accentuated her fair and delicate complexion.Ethan was very
Ella got angry. "What the heck? You are the real biological daughter! How can she do that? This is so despicable! "It must be hard for you, Charmaine. But come to think of it, Larissa even sets her target on a crippled man now?" "He is rich. Money is what matters! She will resort to any tactics as long as she can get herself a sugar daddy! I only learned that Mr. Hamilton was disabled when he came to our house that day. "I've been raised to be kind to others since I was young, so I wanted to ask him if he needed help with anything," Charmaine said.She continued, "However, Larissa insisted on saying that I seduced him and even told my parents about it! She was so good at acting that my dad believed her and chewed me up. I was just so exasperated!"To be honest, my parents didn't think of adopting Larissa back then. But she looked too pitiful, so I asked them to take her in. "Little did I expect her to be someone like this. She not only snatches my parents away but also my st
Ethan was so excited that his voice trembled slightly. "Mr. Lancaster, what a great honor to have you here! I didn't know you would personally come over today!" If the Hamilton family were considered the most prominent in Jaedornia, then the Lancaster family would be an extremely distinguished presence in Ambrollum City. They had a long-standing history and were deeply rooted in the city, making them widely recognized. Even if the Solace family had recently garnered a lot of attention, they could only be regarded as a second-tier family at most, far from matching the Lancaster family's legacy, which spanned a hundred years.In other words, the Lancaster family could be seen as a true aristocracy hidden within Ambrollum City.Ethan had no associations with them, so he didn't send an invitation to them. It had never occurred to him that Elon Lancaster would show up on his own! He had a feeling that he was about to experience a meteoric rise soon."Well, I'm kind of Ambrose's e
Charmaine wondered why the topic had been raised at all, especially when it was clear that his involvement would be inappropriate.She was so angry that her eyes turned red. However, she was in no place to say anything in front of a big shot like Elon. "Larissa is so beautiful! Who exactly is the adopted one? Why do I feel that Larissa doesn't seem to come from the countryside?" "I heard that it was Larissa who successfully sealed the 30-million contract with the Hamilton Group." "I used to think that Charmaine was pretty. But upon comparing her with Larissa, her beauty is rather ordinary. Be it looks or body figure, Larissa completely outshines her!" "Not only is Larissa beautiful, but she is also smart. Don't be fooled by Mr. Hamilton's disability. Aside from being the CEO of the branch company in Ambrollum City, I heard he is the heir of the Hamilton family in Jaedornia!" Everyone was shocked upon hearing that."Although Larissa is young, she has shrewd judgment. Now th
"It's okay. Have a seat first." Ambrose frowned. "Why did you wear such high heels?"Larissa sat down obediently. "The stylist chose them to match my gown.""Take them off. I'll massage your feet."Hearing that, Larissa happily slipped her feet out of the shoes. Then, Ambrose put her delicate legs on his knees. When he saw the red marks around them, he couldn't help furrowing his brows. He had hired a professional styling team to give Larissa a makeover. Indeed, her outfit today was on par with top celebrities. She could even easily attend a red carpet event with it. However, it had never occurred to him that the stylists would choose such high heels for her. It seemed like he needed to inform them next time not to put Larissa in overly high stilettos, considering her young age.Ambrose rubbed her feet gently. He looked so serious, as if it was a business contract he was dealing with rather than a person's legs.Larissa felt warm in her heart. Ambrose was so good to her. His c
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