The Ashford family thought highly of themselves and looked down on the outside world. They deemed the Hamilton family, a top upper-class family, unworthy of them.They even looked down upon Larissa, the Sawyer family's daughter who had returned to her roots midway through, and asked Ambrose to divorce her.Of course, he wouldn't listen to them.Reese kept calling and urging him, saying that his grandmother was dying in the hospital. She asked him to hurry over and see his grandmother one last time.Ambrose and Larissa dashed to the hospital while Reese waited at the door anxiously.Seeing Larissa also coming, Reese almost couldn't help but roll her eyes in anger again."Ambrose, why did you bring Larissa? Mom is always dissatisfied with your marriage. Did you bring her here to piss Mom off?"He took Larissa's hand and said expressionlessly, "Rissa is my wife. We've always been together. If grandma doesn't want to see her, I don't need to meet her, either."Reese scowled
At this moment, Clifford hired a renowned doctor by offering him ten million dollars and successfully treated Alma.What was he trying to achieve by doing this for Alma? He was truly cunning!Meanwhile, a voice echoed in the corner of the ward."Madam, just say if you have any last words. You have, at most, half an hour left to live."The previously cheerful atmosphere in the ward immediately turned exceptionally quiet.All eyes were fixed on Larissa.Uriah questioned coldly, "What did you say?"Larissa shrugged indifferently. "Are you experiencing hearing difficulties at such a young age? I said your acupuncture technique is incorrect. You're a quack!"Reese was shocked by her words. She quickly intervened, snapping out of her daze."Larissa, perhaps you haven't witnessed such an amazing acupuncture technique before."If you're curious, feel free to come closer, take a picture, and post it on your social media. But please be quiet so that you won't disturb Mr. Laurier."Ree
Reese broke into a sudden sweat, hastily reaching for her phone to call Ambrose."Ambrose, your grandmother is really in critical condition this time!"Ambrose replied indifferently, "Noted.""Noted?" Reese grew anxious. "What's with your attitude? Hurry and bring Larissa back to save your grandmother!"There was a brief pause before Ambrose's cold voice echoed through the phone. "Larissa won't be helping."Reese was stunned. She thought she had misheard, but she knew she hadn't. She never expected Ambrose to refuse to save his biological grandmother.Was Ambrose really going to stand by and watch?Suppressing her astonishment, Reese asked lowly, "Ambrose, what do you mean by this?""I said what I said."Reese questioned, "Are you willing to let your grandmother die?"Ambrose replied coldly, "Don't try to guilt-trip me.""But she is your grandmother! If something happens to her, the Ashford family will be done!" Reese's emotions were running high.Even though the Ashford fa
Perry continued to persuade Clifford, saying, "Dad, remember, the Miracle Doctor you brought in couldn't heal Grandma. Your well-intentioned actions might be used against you."Just shift the blame to Ambrose and Larissa. Let them bear the responsibility! Then, it won't be your concern."His words left Clifford deep in thought.The fact that Clifford had invited Uriah was widely known in the Ashford family. The current issue was that Uriah turned out to be a quack. He had not only failed to cure Alma but also caused her to end up in the emergency room.What if the Ashford family accused Clifford of harboring malicious intentions and deliberately orchestrating the situation?If they shifted the blame to Ambrose, he would be in the clear.Based on Larissa's appearance, Clifford doubted her capabilities and believed she couldn't possibly cure Alma.If something went wrong with Alma under Larissa's care, Ambrose would bear the blame. He was convinced that Ambrose would align with
Clifford suddenly said, "Larissa, there's no need for you to stay here. You should leave."Larissa raised an eyebrow, displeased with his ingratitude.Clifford continued coldly, "Madam Ashford Senior has regained consciousness. It appears she's safe now."Dr. Abel is here with impressive medical skills, and everything will be fine. You don't have to worry about anything. Just go!"Reese couldn't help but interject, saying, "Clifford, Larissa's medical skills are excellent. Didn't she save Mom?"Clifford sneered. "She just got lucky!"He had never believed in Larissa's capabilities. Despite Larissa saving Alma's life, Clifford saw it as mere luck in his eyes.He had already verified Ronny's identity and was aware that Ronny held a prestigious position in the medical field.If he could befriend an esteemed doctor like Ronny, there was no reason for him to consult a less competent doctor like Uriah!Ronny said in surprise, "Ms. Solace is here. Why should I need to intervene?"Cl
Larissa said disapprovingly, "We're all family, aren't we? We shouldn't always focus on money!"Not just Clifford, but the entire Ashford family was taken aback by her words. They had never encountered such a shameless person before.Larissa chuckled and added, "Actually, Madam Ashford Senior is already fine. I'll administer a few more injections, and she'll be able to walk today. Perhaps she'll even invite a gentleman to join her for a dance workout!"Clifford automatically dismissed Larissa's nonsensical remarks. If he paid attention to what she said, he would undoubtedly be infuriated.Meanwhile, Alma woke up and happened to overhear Larissa discussing the idea of inviting a man to join her for a dance workout.Her eyes rolled back, and she fainted again out of anger.Clifford exclaimed, "Larissa, what are you doing?"Larissa casually waved her hand. "Relax. Madam Ashford Senior just had her blood vessels blocked. If they are not cleared in time, she might have a stroke."Th
It was better to let Clifford get the credit for saving Alma instead of giving it to Larissa. He could use this opportunity to further his position in the Ashford family. Alma was very smart!Two days later, Reese called again.The first thing she said was, "Something has happened in the Ashford family!"Orion Fisher's symptoms were similar to Alma's, and he was on the verge of dying.When Jared Fisher heard that Alma was feeling better and could walk again, he sent someone to visit her.The Ashford family did not know Jared's intentions, so they followed Alma's instructions. Everyone claimed Clifford had paid a lot of money to hire a renowned doctor to cure Alma's illness.When the Fisher family heard the news, they immediately sent someone to find Uriah.Uriah was on the run from the Ashford family. When he saw someone coming to save him, he thought he had hit the jackpot and immediately followed them.Upon reaching the Fisher residence, he realized he was brought there to
Upon hearing this, the family members' expressions turned grim.Ronny said, "I want to know the doctor who treated Mr. Orion before this. I have a few questions to ask him."Speaking of Uriah, the Fisher family gritted their teeth in anger.Jared's face darkened and ordered, "Bring that quack here!"A few moments later, a battered and bruised Uriah was brought in."Let me go! I'm warning you, I've treated many big shots. A phone call and help will come. Don't you dare offend me!"Jared said coldly, "Oh really? Did those big shots all die under your care?"Uriah's eyes darted around. When he saw all the cold faces, he immediately shut his mouth.This was not like the world outside. This was the Secret Realm.Laws didn't matter here, only the family's power and influence.The Fisher family was all-powerful in the Secret Realm. Killing Uriah would be a piece of cake for them.Ronny asked, "Were you the one who treated the patient?"Uriah's face turned pale as he admitted, "Yes
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