After Larissa had lunch with Vincent, they rested in their room.Peacock Hall had a private room assigned to every participant of the tournament.Larissa lay in bed. Her eyes were closed, and she was breathing slowly.Next to her, Vincent was sound asleep. He snuggled in Larissa's arms and snored lightly.It was a serene, relaxing afternoon.But somebody had to ruin this serenity.Larissa immediately opened her eyes when she heard a click from the door."Mommy, what's wrong?"Vincent sat up, rubbing his eyes.Larissa put her finger to her lips, signaling Vincent to be quiet.Vincent understood her and immediately became alert.During the three years when they had searched for Ambrose, danger always crept in.So, the two had good chemistry in preparing for battle.Larissa sneakily crept to the door.Vincent hid in a safe spot. He also maneuvered MAVIS to protect him.The mother-and-son duo made eye contact. Larissa nodded at him, then she abruptly opened the door.A susp
Megan scrambled to her feet and glared at Larissa. She looked as if she would tear Larissa into pieces if she said yes.Larissa mocked, "Is this a rescue relay? You just keep coming.""You crazy bitch!" Megan snarled. "How dare you assault my son?"He's Arion Solace's godson and the heir to Peacock Hall. Can you even afford to compensate for his injuries?"The employees, whom Abigael had deliberately sent away, came running back because of the commotion.They came back just in time to hear Megan's statement.Everyone was shocked, and the crowd erupted into discussion.They always disliked Megan and her children, but they didn't dare to offend the trio out of respect for Arion.They could only secretly judge them, dubbing them burdens to Arion.Now, Megan's public declaration of Azrael being Peacock Hall's heir incited a lot of discontentment.Megan sure was shameless! How was a good-for-nothing like Azrael deserving to be the heir, anyway?Abigael had been silently observing
Megan was confident and determined. It didn't seem like she was lying.She had kept this secret for over 20 years. It was because she knew that Arion would agree to whatever terms that she proposed.Arion gazed at her dangerously for a long time.Then, he said coldly, "State your terms."Megan raised her chin."I want you to adopt Azrael and Abigael as your godchildren, and also make Azrael Peacock Hall's heir!"It was a rather shameless request.Peacock Hall had maintained a low profile, but it was a rich company.Over the years, it invented and developed various high-end machinery, providing professional equipment to large conglomerates around the world.Peacock Hall may not be renowned, but unknowingly, it was a large corporation in the field.Thus, it was very shameless of Megan to be asking for a conglomerate's succession!But Megan was calm. She was confident that Arion would agree.Arion had waited for Athena over the past two decades. How would a loyal man like him
Abigael silently sneered. She never intended to be either her brother or his son's slave!Abigael planned to gain control of legitimate power in the company. Then, she would sideline Azrael, and she would call all the shots!But the first thing that Abigael wanted to do was prove Larissa wrong.Megan and Abigael, each with their own agendas, chuckled away happily.…As the Medical Tournament came to an end, the results for all participants were announced.On stage, the organizer representative said, "Thank you, everyone, for participating in this year's Medical Tournament."We have the results! Next, I will be announcing this year's Medical Tournament champion."And the first place goes to …"Everyone held their breath.Larissa held Vincent's hand as they stood among the crowd, waiting for the results to be announced.Vincent clenched his fists nervously.He mumbled with widened eyes, "Mommy's first place! Mommy's first place!"Larissa smiled as she looked at him. It felt
Abigael clenched her fists as she looked on with hatred.Megan pointed at Larissa and growled, "You're done for, you scoundrel! You're on Peacock Hall's territory, and Mr. Solace won't let you get away with this!"Larissa grimaced and criticized, "Peacock Hall's chairman doesn't have a good eye. How can he allow outsiders to do as they please?"I should just forget about collaborating with Peacock Hall. I'll find alternatives for customized equipment!"Ambrose held Larissa's hand as they prepared to leave.Just then, a deep male voice spoke."Wait!"Arion had rushed over.He finally got all the ownership transfer documents ready before the Medical Tournament ended.But to his surprise, Larissa was leaving.When Megan saw Arion, she thought he had come to help them.Megan bawled, "Mr. Solace, please stand up for us!"Larissa Solace is so arrogant. She assaulted your godchildren. She has no respect for you!""Shut up!" Arion frowned and icily glanced at Megan.Megan's voice
Arion had been busy preparing the documents for the ownership transfer. So, he hadn't been aware of what happened."You're so clever, Vincent. If anyone bullies Mommy, come tell Grandpa Arion. I'll always be on your side."Vincent signaled Arion, so Arion bent over in confusion.Then, Vincent gave Arion a peck on his cheek.Vincent said sweetly, "I like you the most, Grandpa Arion."Arion could feel his heart melt; his facial expression relaxed."Be good, Vincent. Go back to Mommy. Grandpa Arion has things to take care of."Vincent nodded and pattered away.The friendly expression on Arion's face disappeared as he looked at Megan and her children.His look was chilling."I was too nice to the lot of you, and that cultivated your greed. Considering how Athena once rescued you, I planned to simply chase you out."But you were too greedy, and you crossed the line. Do you think I have no clue what Azrael and Abigael have been doing over the years?"I will submit the proof of Az
Everything came to an end with Arion's official retirement.Peacock Hall was handed to Larissa, and Larissa was appointed as the new chairwoman.Larissa worked so hard to sign documents that her wrist began to hurt.She was never good at managing businesses, so she was determined to find a way out!As she exercised her sore wrists, she began to smirk.She made a phone call to Zayn.Zayn picked up. "Boss, what's up? Do you miss me?"Larissa said, "Zayn, are you done filming the movie? Do you have time?"Zayn replied, "Yeah, we just finished. I was planning to go on a gaming spree!"Larissa said, "Oh, that's boring! Why don't you come to visit? Solara is fun!"Nobody here knows that you're a celebrity, so you can visit grocery stores to your heart's content!"Zayn was excited. "Really? I'll come on my private jet, then!""Sure. Vince and I are waiting, so hurry!"Larissa unapologetically lied to Zayn.Zayn was a professional at managing businesses, after all!Larissa didn'
Larissa could tell that Arion loved Athena deeply. She could also tell how Arion was lovingly doting on her as a senior.Unfortunately, she had done DNA tests with Ethan Solace.Though Larissa hated to admit it, Ethan was indeed her biological father."Larissa, how I wished … how I wished that I was …"Arion covered his face and slowly sat on the ground. His silent tears fell on the roses.Larissa sighed."Uncle Arion, when I first saw you, you looked familiar to me."Now that I think about it, you do resemble Ethan Solace a little. No, perhaps I should say that Ethan resembles you."The two looked similar, but Arion looked more gentle, while Ethan had deeper features.Perhaps, it was fate.Arion snapped up in surprise."Are … Are you serious?"Larissa looked at the roses that filled the land.She said softly, "You both share the same last name, and my mother had lost her memories."Perhaps, she saw Ethan and thought that it was you. That was how a smart woman like her go
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