"However, my pride would not let me stay. I even broke up with her because I wanted to get to the top using my own strength. I have since earned my success, but she refuses to forgive me now. It seems I have let my true love slip out of my grasp."Seeing the look on his face, Jazzie could tell that he was truly in love.She patted his shoulder and smiled before she asked, "Tell me who that woman is. I will help you court her. There's no one I can't convince."Benjamin's smile was a little sad when he replied, "She is a very proud woman. She won't come back to me. I tried, but nothing worked.""Who is it? Is she some daughter of a prestigious family?"Benjamin's lips parted, but in the end, he said, "Never mind. Her family's power is more than what we can handle."Jazzie was about to keep prodding when she heard the director urging them. "Hurry up, you two," barked the impatient director. "We're having lunch after we finish shooting this scene."…Just to be safe, Evelyn stayed
Their car had just pulled up outside their home. It wasn't even properly parked yet when Bailey ran toward it and waited beside it. The dog kept wagging its tail in excitement. A low whimper escaped its throat.Warren got out of the car and crouched down to ruffle Bailey's fur for a bit. He ordered, "Stay away from your mom. There are germs on your fur, and that is not good for the baby."Bailey was upset and barked at Warren twice. However, it still retreated a few steps obediently.When Bailey saw Warren helping Evelyn out of the car, it barked at Evelyn.However, it remained in the same spot and never took a step forward.Evelyn waved at Bailey and said, "Come here, Bailey. Don't listen to your dad. Come play with me."Hearing her summons, Bailey ran toward Evelyn quickly. It circled her a few times before resting by her feet and whimpering.Evelyn caressed its fur and smiled. She said, "I miss you so much, but I can't hug you now. I'll do that after I give birth to the bab
Warren tilted his head down and kissed Evelyn's lips. After that, he asked, "How much do you love me?"Evelyn thought about it for a few seconds before she answered, "Enough to stay by your side even if death knocks on your door.""You idiot," replied Warren. He kissed her forehead. "If that day ever comes, I won't tell you."His hands cupped Evelyn's cheeks before he tilted his head down to rest his forehead against hers. Their warm breaths intertwined with each other.His deep, seductive voice rang in Evelyn's ears."From today onwards, I will protect you and the baby with my life. My life's purpose will be to bring happiness to you both. I love you, Darling."After he said that, his warm lips landed on Evelyn's. As they kissed, Evelyn moaned softly. She said, "I love you too, Hubby."After so many near-death experiences, the two of them were finally able to shed their grievances by sharing them with each other. The burden stemming from all those suppressed emotions was someth
Warren and Evelyn got in the car and headed straight for the hospital.Evelyn rested in the ultrasound room and felt the icy device moving back and forth as it scanned her uterus. Her heartbeat began to quicken for no reason.Her worry stemmed from the fact that the scanner could tell if the baby had any defects.While Evelyn was pregnant, she had to survive through countless dangerous incidents. She worried all that would affect the baby.Evelyn's hands were cold. She held Warren's hand tightly as she spoke in a fearful tone. "Warren, I'm a little scared."Warren gently caressed her forehead and said some comforting words calmly. He said, "Don't worry, everything will be fine."Despite his words, his palms were covered in sweat. The back of his shirt was drenched as well.Normally, the chances of a baby having defects were at two percent. However, Evelyn didn't just spend time being lost in the sea. She was also stabbed.All that traumatic experience couldn't have left the bab
Evelyn smiled and replied, "Ezra has a wife and kid. How is he a single idiot?""But he doesn't have a son. The Hawkins still don't have an heir. What's the point of marrying so young, then? He's nothing like me. I got myself an heir on my first try. Darling, isn't your husband awesome?"Seeing how proud he was, Evelyn felt that Warren was truly being himself at that moment.He was a man with flesh and blood. He experienced sorrow and joy like any regular guy. Warren wasn't acting the way he used to when he buried every single one of his emotions in his heart.Evelyn smiled and caressed his head. She agreed with him and said, "Yes, you are awesome. Here, let me reward you with a kiss."After saying that, Evelyn got closer to him and gave him a peck on his cheek.She was about to move away when Warren locked her waist in place tightly. His deep voice made its way into her ears."Thank you for reminding me. I have a son now, but I haven't thanked his mother. Thank you, Darling."
Jazzie hadn't had the chance to remove her make-up after shooting her scene. Hence, the red lipstick was especially bright.The straw had a thick, red circle on it.Ethan, who had always been terribly germaphobic, pretended not to notice. His lips lined up with the lipstick mark perfectly.He took a few sips and nodded in satisfaction. He said, "It's pretty good. If you're nice, I'll buy more for you."He stroked Jazzie's head a few times as though he were playing with a cat.Jazzie stared at him, dumbstruck. She secretly gritted her teeth."Ethan Xavier, you drank my iced tea!"Ethan arched his handsome brows as he looked at her. He said, "I bought the entire cup for you, so why can't I have a few sips? You're so selfish."Jazzie could tell that he was deliberately missing the point. She angrily fished a piece of tissue out of her pocket and scrubbed the straw as thoroughly as possible."Did you even brush your teeth before you sipped my drink? Your breath is so terrible. How
Two hours later, Ethan still hadn't returned.The restaurant called Jazzie once more."Ms. Hoffman, may I know when you'll arrive? If you aren't here in 30 minutes, we'll have to cancel your reservation."Jazzie looked out the window and said, "Okay, if I'm not there in 30 minutes, just go ahead and cancel my reservation."After hanging up the call, Jazzie left Ethan's office.She knew where the operating theatre was since she had shot a few scenes in the hospital before. She went straight for the elevator and only stepped out once it reached the tenth floor.Jazzie was thinking about heading to the operating theatre when she heard a woman's sob coming from the stairwell."Ethan, the surgery was a success, so why is she gone? That poor woman…"Jazzie stopped short.She recognized that voice. It was Ethan's junior, Davina, who spoke.Jazzie more or less guessed what was going on, then. It was likely that the patient they tried to rescue earlier had passed.Still, hearing Da
After murmuring to himself for a while, Ethan bought some soup and handed it to a nurse at the nurse's station. He left in a hurry after that.When he reached the restaurant, the Ferris wheel happened to be at the end of its current ride session.Seeing the couples leaving the ride together, Ethan felt a complex emotion swirling in his heart.He saw Jazzie standing all by her lonesome in the crowd of lovebirds, and that prompted him to dash over right away.He grabbed her wrist.His gaze shone with concern when he looked at her and demanded, "Jazzie, why did you come here on your own?"When Jazzie saw his face and realized who he was, she jerked her arm away.She was in a drunken stupor as she glared at Ethan and snapped, "What else am I supposed to do, then? Wait for you? Who do you think you are? Why should I wait for you?"After saying that, Jazzie turned around and left without looking back.Ethan immediately chased after her. He explained, "Davina passed out earlier becau
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,