The doctor gave Evelyn a sterile gown to wear before taking her into the emergency room.When she saw Warren connected to all kinds of machines, she felt as though her heartstrings were about to snap.She clenched her fists tightly but could barely feel her nails piercing her skin.Slowly, she walked to Warren's side. She held his palm between her cold hands and said calmly, "Warren, our baby will turn two months old in a few days. The doctor said we'll be able to hear his heartbeat then. Don't you want to feel a sign of his life?"She gently placed Warren's hand on her belly so he could feel her body heat and their baby.She glanced at the heart rate monitor that wasn't responding then continued, "Hubby, in a few months, he'll be able to move in my belly. I heard that it feels absolutely magical. Don't you want to experience that too?"Didn't you promise me that you were going to start training him in the womb? You haven't started reading him the book that I borrowed from Tammy.
"But this would be very hard on you. I'll be in the hospital, and to make it seem more realistic, you would have to keep me company at the hospital too. Can your body take that?"Evelyn shook her head. "I'll be fine. When my father was in the hospital, I practically lived there too. Our baby was fine too. Wait, let me call the others in. I should let them know."Warren caressed her head lovingly. "This has been really tough on you and our baby. Once everything is settled, I'll take the both of you with me, and we'll live our lives on our own terms."The two of them discussed their action plan based on their current circumstances, and then Evelyn walked out of the emergency room.When everyone saw her, they immediately crowded around her.Evelyn looked up with tearful eyes. Her gaze was filled with undisguisable hurt."Evie, how is Warren?" Chet had a bad feeling. He immediately wrapped his arms around Evelyn's shoulders.Evelyn shook her head lightly. "He's still unconscious. Th
Everyone was drowning in their sorrows when they suddenly heard that voice. They trembled in fear at the reproachful tone. Everyone shifted their gaze to Warren.All they saw were his eyes glaring coldly at them as he fumed."Holy moly! He's turned into a zombie!" shrieked Ethan in surprise. He was the first to break the silence and quickly pulled Jazzie into his arms so he could cover her eyes.Chet reached out in disbelief and put his finger underneath Warren's nose. When he felt the warm air from Warren's breathing tickle his finger, he was both surprised and ecstatic."He's not a zombie! He's still alive. I told you he won't leave Evie and the baby behind."Warren slapped Chet's hand away. His voice was raspy and filled with distaste when he spoke."Keep your dirty hands away from me. I survived the fire, but I may not survive this smell."Everyone was tense upon seeing him awaken. After seeing that he was doing fine, they all slowly relaxed.Jazzie angrily flung Ethan's
Ethan frowned at Jazzie and said, "Why are you crying instead of Evelyn if her partner is the one who is in a vegetative state? Everyone might assume that the two of you are having an affair if you do so."His voice brimmed with jealousy when he said that.Those words made Jazzie so angry that she couldn't help kicking him again. She complained, "Ethan Xavier, will it kill you to shut up? Why must you say such infuriating words? In fact, how are you still alive? Why hasn't someone killed you in a fit of anger yet?"Ethan grinned mischievously and replied, "If I die, no one will be around to piss you off. Won't that break your heart?"Jazzie nearly fainted from anger.She felt as though the two of them were destined to be enemies.She glared at Ethan and then smiled nonchalantly. After that, she said, "I'm not a fool, so why would I ever be heartbroken for you?"As soon as she finished saying that, she made her way to Evelyn's side. Holding Evelyn's hand, Jazzie promised, "Don't
Davina Teller appeared in trouble when she looked at Ethan.Ethan was in a hurry, so he didn't even think about it before he agreed to help. "Get in the car," said Ethan.Davina's heart started to thump at his consent. She couldn't help her fingers trembling a little as she opened the passenger door. She was about to get in the car when she heard Ethan order, "Get in the back seat."Davina was stunned momentarily. She smiled and replied, "Have you forgotten that I get carsick if I sit at the back? I thought you knew that since we were studying together at the university."Ethan didn't even spare her a glance. His gaze was fixed on Jazzie.When he saw Jazzie staggering toward the entrance and reaching out to hail a cab, he immediately ordered, "Get in quick!"He didn't wait until Davina had settled in. He immediately stepped on the gas.It scared Davina so much that she quickly grabbed the armrest. She was a little angry at him when she looked at him and complained, "Slow dow
Rumor had it that Ethan enjoyed partying at clubs.Thinking that something was about to happen, Davina's heart began thumping even faster.Her face began blushing and feeling hot as well.Unfortunately, she heard Ethan saying something else in the next second. "The train station is right there," said Ethan. "I'll drop you off there since I have to do something today."After saying that, Ethan hit the brakes and unlocked the door. He nodded at Davina to gesture for her to get out of the car.Snapping out of her fantasy, Davina secretly gritted her teeth.The smile on her face stiffened as well. "Okay," replied Davina. "Drive safely, Ethan."She got out of the car unwillingly and noted how Ethan never even said goodbye. He left just like that.That infuriated Davina so much that she stomped a little. The warm gaze in her eyes instantly turned sinister.Ethan drove quickly. In less than ten minutes, he caught up with the car Jazzie was in.The car stopped outside a club.Benjam
Hearing Ezra's response made Ethan chuckle nonchalantly. He replied, "That's not possible. How can I possibly be in love with her? The woman of my dreams is sweet and graceful. She is nothing like the person I was talking about."The person I'm talking about has a sharp tongue and is so violent. I'd rather stay single forever than be with her."It seems you have learned nothing from your marriage. You can't even figure out something so simple. You might as well get a divorce."Ezra chuckled in exasperation and said, "Even a dumb mutt can tell that you're into Jazzie, so don't bother denying it to me.""You can tell?""Of course."While at ease, Ethan refuted, "Then you're an idiot."He hung up the call mercilessly and cussed angrily at Ezra.Ethan's carefree smile remained even as he fished a cigarette out of his pocket.There was no way he was in love with Jazzie. He was simply taking care of her because she was Evelyn's best friend. He was certain that he wouldn't have cared
Chuck tapped his chest and smiled proudly. After that, he bragged, "Ever heard of Ally Productions? It's the biggest production company in the country, and I am their go-to director. I have what it takes to turn an extra on set into the biggest star within a day."Who the hell are you? Do you have what it takes to compete against me? What resources can you offer her? That pretty face of yours is useless. Only real power, like the one I hold, can make a difference."Ethan remained at ease and chuckled. "Wow, how intimidating," said Ethan sarcastically. "I'm so scared that I can't even speak anymore.""If you know what's good for you, leave her to me. I will forgive you for butting in. If not, I will have to be merciless."Ethan arched his brows and challenged, "Oh, what if I still refuse to do so?""Then you have this coming," replied Chuck. He shot a look at the bodyguard behind him. The latter went after Ethan right away.Unfortunately, Ethan landed a kick between the bodyguard'
Every word Linda spoke conveyed Warren's trust in her and disdain for Evelyn. She was suggesting that he didn't even want to come in person to visit Simon.Evelyn could tell what Linda was thinking. A faint, cold smile curved at the corner of her lips.She took out her phone from her bag, looked at Linda, and said, "Is that so? Then, I should personally call Mr. Larkin to thank him for remembering my father's kindness toward him."After she finished speaking, she started pretending to make a phone call.Linda immediately spoke up to stop her. "Mr. Larkin is very busy and currently in a meeting, so please do not disturb him.""Is it that he's busy, or is it that you don't want him to know you're visiting my father without his permission?"Linda realized that her thoughts were seen through by Evelyn, so she decided not to pretend anymore.A slight smirk appeared at the corner of her mouth. "Evelyn, back then, you took so much from Warren without regard for his well-being. Your hea
Evelyn immediately took out a piece of tissue to help Simon wipe away his tears. She said softly, "Dad, I know you have a lot you want to say to Ms. Dawson, so please wake up soon. We're all waiting for you."Simon's eyelashes fluttered slightly, as if he was agreeing to the promise.After that, Erica took out silver needles from her bag and inserted them into the acupuncture points on Simon's head.…One hour later, the first acupuncture session was complete.Evelyn asked with some concern, "Ms. Dawson, how is my dad?"Erica was tidying up while speaking, "His condition is better than I expected. At this rate, he should be showing more obvious responses in about a week."Hearing these words, Evelyn looked at her excitedly. "Really? That's great! My dad has hope now!"Ms. Dawson, you've been running around all day. Let me take you to eat first, then you can rest at the hotel."Just as she finished speaking, Simon grabbed Erica's hand.Seeing this scene, Evelyn's eyes widened
The room suddenly became so quiet that they could even hear each other's breathing.Tears welled up in Erica's eyes as she stared at Simon. She only went to his bedside, taking a few difficult steps, after several minutes.Erica gently placed her fingertips on Simon's wrist as tears fell onto his arm.Watched her unusual reaction, Evelyn finally remembered where she had seen Erica before.There was a picture of a women hidden in Simon's private photo album. If Evelyn wasn't mistaken, that woman is Erica.Simon had kept that photo all along, while Erica teared up upon seeing him. This kind of thing usually happened between couples.When Evelyn thought about it, she suddenly understood everything.Erica was someone Simon had been in love with many years ago. The unfortunate couple was separated initially because of Xena's scheme.Evelyn walked slowly to the bedside, patted Erica on the shoulder, and asked, "Do you know my dad, Dr. Dawson?"Erica wiped away her tears and sighed.
Erica was dressed very plainly, but her delicate features still stood out. The red mole near the corner of her eye felt especially familiar to Evelyn.Her first thought was that she had definitely seen Erica somewhere before.She calmly approached with a smile and said, "Dr. Dawson, we're here to fetch you to treat my father."Erica greeted them with a smile. "Come inside and have some water first. I'll go pack up, and we can leave in a short while."They followed her and entered the courtyard once more.While packing her things, Erica asked, "So, which one of you is Sophie's friend?"William, who had always been carefree and uninhibited, immediately stood up and respectfully said to Erica, "It's me. I met her in Zyldrica."Erica looked him up and down, her eyes revealing a hint of delight. "You seem very handsome and look spirited, young man."William's smile was somewhat stiff. It was the first time someone had ever complimented him, and he didn't know how to react.When fac
Evelyn stepped forward and said, "But Warren and the others have been doing everything they can to find you and get you out."Alfred shook his head. "If I leave, that bastard will know that you all have discovered his secret. All your subsequent plans will fail."I'm staying here since he won't do anything to me anyway. I still have something I haven't given him yet. How else do you think I've lived until now?"You all should leave quickly. Just pretend nothing happened. My granddaughter and I will handle that jerk ourselves.""Mr. Miller Senior—"Evelyn wanted to say something else, but Nathan, who was behind her, grabbed her abruptly.He furrowed his brow and looked at Alfred. "Evelyn, Mr. Miller Senior is right. If he leaves, Warren's plan will be ruined. Don't worry, I'll assign someone to keep an eye on this place and make sure nothing will happen to him."Evelyn was eager to save Alfred so that Warren could launch a full-scale attack on Russell. Only then could they reunit
Elma shook her head in disbelief. "That's impossible. You're talking nonsense. My dad was killed by Chester long ago. The person who killed him is not Sir."Evelyn gave a calm smile. "He says he's protecting you, but in reality, he has always treated you as a pawn to control Iris. Otherwise, your mother wouldn't risk her life so willingly for him."I could never understand why Iris would obey someone so willingly. But then I met you, and everything became clear to me."Have you never wondered why your mother looks so much like Mrs. Larkin? That person definitely won't tell you that they are twin sisters."You're also the one keeping an eye on this old man's biological daughter. That person has known about this secret for a long time but has kept it from Iris to fully control her."Whether it's your father, Ronald, or your mother, Iris, their tragic lives were all caused by that 'Sir' you mentioned. Do you want to follow in their footsteps?"Hearing these words, Elma glared at Eve
The gears lunged toward them, like a giant shark with its jaws wide open.Just then, Nathan suddenly held Evelyn in his arms. In a low and hoarse voice filled with suppressed emotion, he called out softly, "Evie."His grip around her was tight. It felt as if he wanted to fuse Evelyn into himself. At the same time, he pressed a button that was a disgusting shade of yellow with his other hand.Everyone was wide-eyed with fear, staring intently at the turning gears.If the wrong button was pressed, not only would the gears not stop, but other traps in this room might be activated. They were in double jeopardy, and there was no escape for them.At that critical moment, the rumbling sound of the gears gradually diminished until it faded away entirely. The gears stopped just short of three feet away from them.Evelyn looked up at Nathan, her eyes wide with shock, and her voice trembling. "Nathan, we're saved."Nathan smiled and gently brushed her hair. "I told you, I won't let anythin
The elderly man was none other than Warren's grandfather, Alfred. But wasn't Alfred being held in Milania by Russell? Moreover, he had been poisoned and was supposed to be unconscious.Yet, the elderly man before them was sitting at a table, leisurely playing a game of chess.Evelyn didn't have time to think much. She pressed the switch next to her, opened the door, and rushed in.Just as they went in, the glass door automatically closed behind them, and the entire room started to slowly descend—right into where the gears were turning.Evelyn looked at Nathan with some panic. "I think we've been tricked."Nathan looked at a control panel in the room and said, "Don't worry. This is the control console. As long as we find the button to stop the gears from turning, we'll be fine."After speaking, he carefully examined the central control panel.At that moment, Elma's laughter echoed again in the room. "Evelyn, this control panel has 81 buttons, and each one will trigger a different
Elma's eyes seemed so familiar to Evelyn that they left a deep impression in her mind.When Evelyn was deep in thought, she suddenly opened her eyes wide as a name popped into her mind—Iris Lindt.Elma's eyes and nose looked a lot like Iris'. Could it be that they were related?Evelyn tried to stand up and look for William and Nathan, but her hands and feet were tied, making moving impossible.She softly called out, "William? Mr. Holland?"There was no response, so she tried calling out again. This time, a deep, hoarse voice rang out close by. "Evelyn, I'm over here."Nathan's voice was urgent and full of concern. In the darkness, Evelyn almost mistook it again for Warren's voice.She responded, "Mr. Holland, where is William?"Nathan kicked William beside him and said, "He's next to me. The drug seems to be affecting him more. Don't be afraid, I'll be over there right away."After speaking, Nathan crawled toward Evelyn. Seeing her pale face, he felt a bit concerned and asked,