In a bustling office, a police officer is tugging at his hair in frustration as he again can't find a thread in a case that has dragged down the name of a prominent family. He had worked day and night to find a bright spot in this case. Yet, every time he tried to do so, he would only be slapped with the harsh reality that he would not find any clues in the case. The case looked so clean that the police were forced to call it a machine malfunction in the accident file.That police officer couldn't give up, no matter how desperate he was right now. It's not just the police who wants to make up for his past mistakes. The police officer had also promised Evan's wife that he would definitely find out what was wrong with the accident report. He promised to help the family solve this complicated case. And he was going to give Evan the justice he deserved all those years ago.“Kris, want to have dinner with us? The captain said he would treat all of us today.”The police officer, who was call
“What were you thinking when you bullied Finola in front of everyone, Grace?! We just got out of trouble a few weeks ago. And now, you're out again to make trouble. Do you really want our family to crumble under Evan's pressure, huh?!"Grace sobbed as the girl looked at her father, who was panting after being satisfied with scolding her. Because she accidentally caused a bigger fuss after injuring Finola, she was forced to be taken to the police station by the security at the exam. Luckily for her, her grandfather immediately helped her free without causing a bigger fuss as soon as he heard the news that his granddaughter was in trouble. The old man always loved his only granddaughter. But the father had another matter. Grace already knew that nothing good would happen if her father found out that she had gone to find trouble with Finola without the man knowing.Grace had expected that her father would be angry once she returned home. But the girl did not expect, her father would be an
One day after Max reportedly died because of a heart attack, Maya received word that the father of the original body she used was buried in her family's suburban cemetery. Looking back at all the harsh treatment from that person, one would definitely not expect Maya to come to the funeral. Evan also deliberately didn't even discuss the matter in front of Maya. But unexpectedly, Maya herself came to Evan with furrowed brows and asked the man's permission to come to her father's funeral.When Evan asked why Maya wanted to come to the funeral, Maya could only be silent because she didn't know the answer herself. Maybe it was her body's desire, or her body still had some pity for the man. Maya continues to feel uneasy since she heard the news that Max had died suddenly. She clearly hates irresponsible men like Max. Her heart, however, still ached as she remembered the news over and over again.Perhaps it's true the saying that blood is thicker than anything else. Maya might not have any bo
Anton looked at his family photo with a deep gaze. The man's lips slowly formed a thin line, as his hand moved to cover the photo, before he leaned back lazily in his chair.Recently, Anton was really in an annoying situation. He, who usually binds people, now turns to be tied by someone else. His movements weren't free, even if he had been promised it would be safe to do anything to Evan and his wife.Apart from Maya, who from time to time would play with his daughter to prove that she was indeed controlling his daughter's life, Anton was also starting to be troubled by Evan, who suddenly acted as if the man was no longer afraid of Anton. The man openly started his fight with Anton, to reclaim what he had stolen before.But the most disgusting thing is still Maya's act of blatantly using his daughter to control his actions. Not only did she enjoy provoking him, the sly girl was also miraculously able to survive whenever he planned an assassination directed at her. Maya acted as if she
Maya woke up to the sound of an alarm that was supposed to wake her up. The girl immediately sat up before anyone else could wake her up. Maya did a simple stretch, before opening her bedroom window to stand on her private balcony. Evan's house is always surrounded by trees that cover his yard. Although the air wasn't as good as in Evan's villa in the village, the air quality in Evan's house wasn't too bad and had a slight floral scent when Maya took a deep breath there.This was Maya's first day to actually attending her lectures. She was supposed to repeat her test next year after she missed another test session because she had to be taken to the hospital. But thanks to Evan's help and the university that are embarrassed because an unwanted incident happened at their place, Maya finally able to repeat the test because the accident wasn't really her fault. Of course, Maya got a satisfactory score in the follow-up test. She managed to enroll on the university she wanted, the universit
Maya's trip when the girl was with Evan was short as usual. Maya felt she had just left Evan's yard, but now they had arrived at the gates of the university where Maya would be studying from now on. As usual, Evan's car will be the center of attention of people who happen to see the car coming. Maya could only smile knowingly. At the beginning of her arrival at Evan's house, even she wasn't used to all these kinds of luxuries.This kind of attention is also what makes Maya go to great lengths to make sure that everyone knows that she took the follow-up exam because of her accident. Maya didn't want people to think she was taking advantage of Evan's position because Maya never knew when people would use that excuse to ruin her name.For example, Maya could feel gazes directed at her from all directions. Some of them had feelings like pure curiosity, while most of them were full of judging and watching eyes. It seemed, almost everyone had heard of the assault that happened to her on the
Anton tried to get rid of his bad thoughts, when Maya suddenly spoke again in a relaxed tone while playing with her slender fingers."Why are you so confident, Uncle? Did you get a big favor from someone and-" Maya stopped talking as she looked straight into Anton's eyes. The girl smiled broadly, before she leaned back in the chair, covered with her blood."Ah ... Grandpa gave you a hand, didn't he? I already knew he hated me, ever since his cold eyes kept looking at me on Daddy's funeral.""Boss-""Shut up stupid!"Maya immediately laughed with satisfaction when she saw Anton started to panic because his subordinates indirectly confirmed Maya's guess. The girl stopped laughing when she felt a stinging feeling in her chest. Her ribs must be injured. Maya grimaced softly, as she enjoyed every second of her current torture.Maya looked at Anton again, smiling, before she said whatever she wanted to say right now."Uncle, you seem pretty desperate about these situations, don't you? You c
"Police! Hands up, nobody moves!"When Maya saw her rescue finally arrived, her fierce and dangerous air slowly dissipated like a fog. All that was left in her was a feeling of emotion when she saw her husband standing proudly in front of her like a strong man. Maya clearly remembers that Evan still uses a wheelchair to drive her to campus this morning. But now in front of her, Evan was clearly walking using his feet to came over her, who was sitting helplessly on the iron chair that bound her bloody body.When Evan got close enough to herself, Maya realized that Evan was definitely not the weakling guy she met one year ago. This man in front of her was tall and strong, while his body carried a manly and healthy feeling. From his expression alone, Maya could already tell that the man's entire body was now filled with tense muscles, waiting to explode and destroy anyone who injured Maya to this extent.Evan's normally clean coat was now dirty, indicating that he too had come a long way
After being reassured by Evan, Maya's mood improved so much that the girl didn't mind responding to people's greetings. Throughout the event, Maya smiled, spreading a positive aura which also affected Evan, who was initially a little annoyed by the gossiping girls. Under Maya's amusement, Evan finally had a more friendly face as they entered the cinema room while holding hands. The two of them sat on the bench that had been prepared. Evan rubbed Maya's hand lightly, as he whispered to the girl in a worried tone.“You can let me know whenever you sense that this movie is starting to make you uncomfortable. Remember, your happiness is my priority right now.”Maya smiled as she returned her husband's whisper. “I see. Thank you, Evan,” she said sincerely. Evan nodded in response to his wife's words. His face was very gentle, as he looked at his wife's face with great affection.After all the guests entered the room, the atmosphere gradually calmed down as the lights finally turned off. Wit
When the time came, Maya went to the premiere with Evan and a driver. Because they had to get ready before Evan's work time over, Kevin was forced to not be able to accompany them to complete the task left by Evan. Seeing Kevin working hard, Maya subconsciously felt sorry for him and started joking that Evan should give Kevin an appreciation for what the man had done for them all this time. But unexpectedly, Evan actually nodded in response to her words. Only when they were in the car, Evan finally open his mouth about the meaning of his nod.“I plan to transfer twenty-five percent of my family's wealth under his name. I really want to give more. But given his personality, he'd be upset if I gave him too much. I haven't talked about transferring this wealth to him. Do you mind if I do, Maya?”With the business and assets that Evan owns, twenty-five percent is enough for Kevin to spend the rest of his life in luxury without needing to work again. Maya satisfactorily shook her head. “He
[Orlando Family's Sole Heir Awakening.]Maya read the news with slightly furrowed brows. It was not the content of the news that annoyed her this time. But the comments, really annoyed Maya when the girl read them one by one.When Evan got sick, everyone judged their love story in a relatively negative way. Some think Maya only married for Evan's wealth. While others, feel sorry that Maya has to marry a dying man like Evan. Only few people who's sincerely wish for their happiness. But when news of Evan's recovery had spread, people seemed to be competing to delete their previous comments and start praising them as the happiest couple on earth. Some even claimed to know her or Evan, and praised their compatibility, even though Maya didn't actually know that people.Now Maya knew why Evan had been so isolated from the outside world all this time. In a time when Evan was at his worst, the man knew that no one was willing to help him except those who were sincere to him. People, who laugh
Once they arrived at the hospital, Diana had finished being examined and was resting in the infirmary with her friends. The incident seemed too shocking for the young girls, so neither of them spoke until Maya entered the room with Evan and Kevin.“Sorry, we came late. How are you guys doing now?”Diana's eyes immediately reddened when she remembered Maya had saved her life again. Maya, aware of Diana's feelings, immediately approached the girl. Maya let Diana hug her tightly, while she herself tried to calm Diana by gently stroking her back.“It's fine. You're safe now ….”Maya whispered softly while her eyes stared at Evan and Kevin, who were invited out by two of Diana's friends. Maya knew the two of them would most likely talk about Diana's examination results or just allow Diana some space to express her feelings. The girl waited until Diana was completely calm, before she let go of their embrace and wiped the tears that rolled down the Diana's cheeks.“Feeling better?” Maya aske
“Then, I hope you will be willing to listen to my advice.”While Maya was running everywhere looking for Diana, Evan and Kevin had just finished talking to the Dean and were being ushered out of the room. They were just about to open the door, when the head of the university security entered in such a hurry that he almost bumped into Evan, who was at the door.“I'm sorry, Sir. But someone just got into a fight in the warehouse!”People's faces turned red with embarrassment when the head of security reported the problem while Evan and Kevin were still in the room. They had just promised to increase security within the university. And now, someone even reported that there had just been a fight on the campus.“What are you saying? If the students start fighting, you can just bring them here without causing any unnecessary fuss!”The Dean scolded before Evan or Kevin grew suspicious of them. When Evan personally came to this university, they thought they could curry favor with Evan a litt
Elsewhere, Diana fell back hard when someone kicked her in the stomach. Her friends, Evelyn and Josephine, can only cry when they are held back by the other man, so they can't help Diana. Ever since Diana came to campus, the girl couldn't count how many insults she had received just for today. However, the treatment he received from this unknown guy, was the worst of all. When Diana arrived at her class, she was suddenly dragged out by these strong people. The beautiful clothes her father had given her were already messed up by the dirt and trash that had previously been dumped on her body. Diana stared at the ground with teary eyes. She knew, this was her punishment for having a father who had ruined many people's lives with his actions.“Oh my gosh, take a look. Mr. Anton's magnificent daughter looks like walking dirt right now.”The other kids laughed as one of them insulted Diana while looking at her mockingly. Slowly, Diana tried to get up again, even though her body was already
“Diana told you she was going back to college? Good then. I'll see you at university later.”“Ah, I'll take care of university matters. Just tell Diana to focus on her studies.”“No, I'm just doing what I'm supposed to do as a family. Thanks for letting me know. See you at the campus.”Evan watched as Maya called one of Diana's friends. After yesterday's funeral, Maya finally believed that she would start her studies today. The girl was ready to go to college, when one of Diana's friends called his wife.“Diana finally ready to go to her classes again?” Evan asked curiously.Maya nodded. “Yes. Diana told her friends that she was ready to go back to college today. I think yesterday's meeting really helped her. I plan to meet her at college later. Since yesterday, we haven't heard any news about Aunt Cynthia's condition, have we?”Cynthia is Diana's mother and Anton's wife. Because the woman was completely shaken yesterday, Maya and Evan were forced to go home before Cynthia could wake
“Well, you're handsome now.”Evan stealthily stole a kiss on his wife's cheek when Maya finished helping him get ready. “You're also gorgeous, Maya,” he whispered softly when he saw Maya, who was wearing a matching black outfit. They will attend Anton's funeral this afternoon. Evan did it for his aunt and Diana, as well as for his official appearance with a healed body.Besides Anton, as a businessman, Evan also has many enemies who take advantage of his illness to steal some of his company's projects. Evan will appear to give them a warning. That his family has not been destroyed. And he, didn't die the way the people wanted him to.“Are you sure you want to come with me this time? Since you were accepted into university, you haven't come to attend your first class yet. And now … You have to postpone your studies again to accompany me.”Maya laughed when she heard her husband's concern. “Let's see if they have the courage to speak up after deliberately sneaking a kidnapper in the so-
Maya watched as Evan seemed quieter these days. The man did try to act normal. But Maya knew, that sometimes his mind was elsewhere. Maya is afraid that Anton's death will have a bigger impact than she thought. Maya slightly frowned, when her eyes saw her husband was preparing to clean himself with a warm bath.When Evan entered the bathroom, Maya casually stood up and took off her clothes. With calm steps, Maya entered the bathroom. Her act has causing Evan, who was originally soaking in the bath tub, to jump up from his surprise.“You-”Evan's face turned redder as Maya calmly entered the same bath tub that Evan was using. Because Evan's bath tub is huge, Maya has no trouble finding a comfortable position on the same bath tub. The woman smiled, when she saw her husband's face turning even redder.“You've been looking troubled since Sergeant Kris came this morning. I'm fine now, so … I should be able to cheer you up, shouldn't I?”Evan, who usually wasn't concerned about such temptat