The human heart is too small. Back then, Eulalia tried to fit too many things in hers, which is why she ended up so hurt."You can wait longer, but Misty can't. A cat's lifespan is already short, let alone one that lost half its life in that big fire."There's a saying that your enemy knows you best.Percival knew her weakness and knew exactly how to manipulate her.Eulalia's initial plan was to become strong first, strong enough to overcome the threats before her, and then appear before Percival.But she underestimated Percival's sixth sense. She didn't expect that just one glance would be enough for him to recognize her.She could wait a while longer to see the people she wanted to see, but she forgot that some couldn't wait for her, like her Misty.She missed that ragdoll cat so much, the one that tried to save her in the fire.Percival had recognized her. She would eventually face the same situation - his haunting presence that she couldn't escape."You're not trying to threaten m
Getting kidnapped, tortured until your fingers are ruined, hypnotized and messed with like an idiot, then having your baby killed and your legs crippled - that's some serious shit!Some things just don't deserve forgiveness, and it's not about being magnanimous or whatever. Everyone's got their own limits. She suffered through all that crap alone and died in that big fire. Why the hell should she forgive the person who drove her to death step by step?Eulalia took out her disposable hair tie, fixing her hair as she said, "I guess I could forgive you... if you really want me to."For a split second, Percival was speechless. The sudden glimmer of hope was so unexpected he could hardly believe it.But then Eulalia casually tossed the hair tie into the river. "Go fish it out. If you find it, I'll forgive you. How's that sound?"How the hell was he supposed to find such a tiny hair tie in the river? With all the crap and mud down there, he'd need ten hands to have any chance.The hair tie
Percival couldn't hear whatever Oliver was saying anymore. The obsession with finding the hair tie had taken root in his blood like a poisonous seed, wrapping around his bones and pulling at his weak limbs as he struggled to his feet.At this point, Percival was running on sheer willpower alone. His body straightened up, vulnerability and grief showing in his eyes as he crawled towards the riverbank. Oliver couldn't hold him back - he had no idea how Percival still had so much strength.Oliver forcefully pinned him down. "Boss, let's come back to look tomorrow. You need to take care of yourself right now. What if you collapse again right when we finally find her?"Percival's desperation to find the hair tie immediately was already backfiring on him.There was a lot Oliver didn't understand, but what confused him most was how "Riley" had become "Eulalia."Was it all an act? But he
The flames leaping from the edge of the wok lit up Victor's face and sparkled in Eulalia's eyes.Victor had been focused on tossing the wok. He'd seen a post online about the sexiest things a man can do, and one of them was stir-frying.He was totally absorbed in it, but as time went on, his expression grew more and more uncomfortable. The wok handle suddenly felt scorching in his grip, and he nearly flung the food right out of the pan.Eulalia wanted to laugh but didn't call him out. Pretending not to notice his awkwardness, she changed the subject: "Where's the tableware?"Victor plated up the green pepper and pork stir-fry and quietly walked over to the cabinet above Eulalia. Worried the door might hit her head, he gently placed his hand on top of it."Here," Victor said as he took out the tableware. Eulalia was so close he could smell her shampoo.Realizing they used the same shampoo and had the same scent made Victor feel even closer to her. His ears twitched slightly as he quick
"Which of my movies do you want to watch? I'll watch it with you."Eulalia thought for a moment, then chose Champion, Victor's latest film.The movie was about a young man with low intelligence but exceptional athletic talent. He's spotted by the national team and fights his way to becoming a champion.The plot was simple, but the premise was great. The market was lacking this kind of inspiring sports film. Plus, Victor's acting was top-notch. Even Eulalia, who wasn't usually into sports movies, was totally engrossed. This film was worth watching multiple times in theaters. No wonder it was topping the box office charts.In the movie, Victor played a simple-minded character brilliantly. Far from being annoying, he came across as adorable. The film was designed with many tear-jerking scenes.One particular scene left Eulalia misty-eyed."Brother, I want to eat candied haws. All the kids in my class have tried them, only I haven't. I really want to taste them...""When I have money, I'l
The next morning, Eulalia woke up very early, but to her surprise, Victor was up even earlier. When she came downstairs, she saw him sitting on the sofa, with aromas wafting from the kitchen.Victor handed Eulalia the shopping bag on the sofa: "These are some change of clothes for you."Eulalia took it and looked inside. At the bottom were some undergarments."How much was it? I'll transfer the money to you.""No need, consider it a gift from me..."Eulalia looked at him amusedly: "Gifting someone underwear?"Victor's face turned visibly red, and he stammered: "It's... just a few hundred bucks, not expensive."Although the price tags had been removed, it was obvious these clothes couldn't have cost just a few hundred. They must have cost at least five figures.Eulalia reached out: "Give me your bank account."Eulalia quickly transferred 10,000 from her bank account to Victor.Hearing the transfer notification, Victor tried to stop her, but it was too late."Here you go."Victor glance
"Mom." Eulalia looked at the gentle smile of the woman in the photo, sniffling with a stuffy nose. "I really, really want to see you, even for just a moment. I thought dying would let me see you, but I never expected to live a whole new life. Why did I come back to life when you didn't?"Why was she the only one who got to live again?Did they not want her, even in death?Eulalia carefully wiped the photo on the tombstone clean. The woman in the picture wore a gentle smile, her face as beautiful as a painting.She hugged the tombstone, curling up with her head resting on the photo, like a child snuggling up to their mother for warmth and comfort."Mom, I wish you could hug me..." As soon as Eulalia opened her mouth, it felt like razor blades were stuck in her throat. Speaking caused searing pain, as if it was tearing open wounds in her flesh.Eulalia's nose turned red. She bit her lip hard, crying helplessly.She missed her mom so much, had missed her since she was little. She longed
Summer cicadas can't survive winter's cold. Once you miss your chance, you'll never get it again."What do you mean?" Rain soaked Percival's face, droplets clinging to his eyelashes. He looked at Eulalia through half-closed eyes. No one noticed his hands trembling slightly, as if he was enduring something. He clenched his fists.Eulalia held her umbrella, full of mockery: "It means I never planned on forgiving you from the start. I don't even want to see you. Get it?"Percival's lips quivered. The rain didn't feel like water anymore, but like millions of needles stabbing his body. Everything hurt.Last night when Oliver told him Eulalia was lying, he'd already guessed this outcome. He just couldn't face it, couldn't admit it. What kind of overconfidence made him think Eulalia would really forgive him? That they could go back to how things were?Go back to how things were?He'd forgotten - he and Eulalia were a mistake from the beginning. They were never good.A chill crept up his spin