Baron's eyes lit up as he fixed them on Hazel.
"You are...""This is sister Hazel, brother Zac's girlfriend," Holy quickly introduced before Zac could, putting heavy emphasis on the word 'girlfriend'.Baron was taken aback by the revelation. His eyes darkened.The wrinkles on Vicki's forehead deepened as she frowned at the scene before her. Wasn't he supposed to marry Valery? Why did he involve himself in this matter?"Daddy, Grandma, I'm going to blow out the candles now," Holy cut in.Baron quickly hid his displeasure and put on a warm expression as they sang a birthday song with the children.Even with the merry atmosphere, Vicki's mood did not improve.After chopping the cake, she asked Holy to take her friends to the yard to play. She had things to clear with Zac.As the kids filed out, Alice remained still. Vicki rolled her eyes at her. "Get out of here, Alice. You don't need to be concerned aboutClutching her hands tightly, Zac said with an evil smile, "The battle is between men.""If you weren't the successor of your family's wealth, Elizabeth wouldn't have been making these great efforts to make her daughter marry you. She is counting on you to help her son take the family over," Hazel said casually, while feeding him a cherry. Her manner was so nonchalant that it looked like they were just talking about an insignificant game.Zac gently rubbed her nose.She was no more in a daze and was talking smartly. She could see right through Elizabeth's intentions."That's why I asked you not to get too close to Alice. The fight between them has nothing to do with us. Let's just be the audience and watch the show quietly.""Then as the governor of the company in the future, which one is better for you and your family, Vinton or Alice?" Zac asked with a smile. Hazel's bright eyes were misty. Like all businessmen, he too sought profit. Alt
The woman looked pale as she coughed a little, trying to push him away. But she was too weak for him to even budge. "Yes, I do. But I can just dance for you. How about dancing?"Zac waved his slender index finger and said, "I'm not interested. I only accept French kisses today."Taking a deep breath, Hazel tried to escape. But the harder she fought, she was pressed down and unable to move. She was like a helpless lamb, unable to resist the wolf.Even at her weakest, she wanted him to know that she was forced to do this.After a long while, the lack of oxygen made her head start to spin. She nearly fainted from suffocation.When he let go of her, she collapsed in his arms.He narrowed his eyes at her. He wouldn't force her. He was willing to wait until she was willing to give herself to him.After watching the film, they went back to their room.As they were lounging on the bed, Zac casually mentioned that he wou
"Alice and her little sister used to have a happy family, but you had to ruin that. You tore apart their families, wrecked their lives, and separated them from each other! You're so full of mercy and morality right now. Tell me, when you decided to insinuate yourself into someone else's marriage and drive the former wife and her children away, did you ever think of how sad the children would be if they couldn't see their father or mother? Did you think of how the pain of separating a mother from her child is worse than actually killing her? How many years have it been since the last time Alice saw her mother and sister? And how many years has it been since the last time Alice's sister saw her and her father? Who made it all happen? It's you! You are a disgusting homewrecker!"She stared hard at Elizabeth's rapidly reddening face, paused for a while to catch her breath, and continued, "I don't know if you're addicted to being a mistress, but now you want to consign your daug
As long as Hazel was recognized by the head of the family, she would officially become Mrs. Hazel.It was obvious that the two elders favored Zac very much. As long as he talked to them, they wouldn't get in Zac's way.At this rate, it seemed impossible for Valery to win back her position the clean way.Hazel was also very surprised at the turn of events, not knowing whether she should be happy or worried.It was good to get recognition. But right after the wedding, it would be not easy to get away, right? If icy guy really wanted to keep her his wife, then she would be trapped with him for the rest of her life. She could imagine it now. Her husband would go out and have fun while she wasted away at the bar. She would become a living cliché of a poor rich wife.'Oh, my God! How did my life get to this point?!'She turned her head to look at Zac. He was smiling happily, as if he was a hunter who caught his prey. Something cold slithered on her back. Fear? Trepidation? It seemed her gut
This question had been bothering him all the time, making him nervous and unable to sleep or eat.That man was too excellent. He was afraid that she would fall in love with him."It has nothing to do with love. He doesn't love me and I don't love him either, but..." She lowered her eyes which showed a sad shadow on her white eyelids. Some marriage didn't require feelings but benefits and use. That was their marriage. He needed a wife and an heir. Yet none of these whom he loved could be given to him, so he could only find someone to replace his lover. And she was the best substitute in his eyes."Forget it, Hanson. Let's talk about the end of our class reunion." This topic was too heavy and dark, so she couldn't tell him the truth. It was better to change the subject. She tried to smile at him, but before she could even start, the smile was blown away by a sweeping cold wind. So she withdrew her hand from his palm and took a sip of the coffee to calm herself down.He scratched his hea
"Who?" Hazel was caught in a daze after hearing that."Jim," Zac said slowly."Is he another investor?" She took another pause again."The producer and the leading man," Zac replied nonchalantly."Oh my god!"Hazel screamed.The last time they were all together, Eva had a bad fight with Jim because of Hazel. She was sure that Jim must still be holding a grudge against Eva from that incident. Now, even if Zac had been able to persuade Jim to make Eva the heroine, Jim would probably give her a hard time. Eva was so quick tempered that they would have found something else to fight over with.She cast a glance at the person beside her before she cleared her throat and said, "Do you think I would follow his unspoken rules?" Before she could finish her words, a cold light was shot through her. Zac had an intention to kill someone and it might be her at the wrong end of the gun.She shrank into herself, a survival instinct. Well, this joke was getting a bit out of hand."Last time at the sce
Hazel made honey-baked chicken especially for Holy. She placed a chicken leg on his plate and said, "Enjoy! Be careful, it's hot.""Thank you." Holly nodded with a smile. He blew on the drumstick and took a bite. "It's so delicious!""I'll roast beef ribs for you next." Hazel stroked his head affectionately.With a playful smile, Eva came up to Zac and murmured, "How soon are you getting married?"Zac cleared his throat and said slowly, "It's just happening."Eva grinned. "You must have developed love while living together. You two make a perfect match. Ever since I saw you together, I knew that you would make a great couple, but I did not expect your relationship to progress this fast."A corner of his mouth quirked up. "You know my style has always involved quick fights and quick decisions."Eva gave a thumbs up and said, "That's exactly why Hanson lost to you."At the other end of the party, Ivy ran to Hazel, who was then barbecuing for Holy, and asked, "Sister-in-law, why didn't y
Hazel wiped the sweat off her forehead. Her carelessness just gave Zac the opening he needed."Well... How about I make you some braised tenderloin with radish? Would you like that?" she asked, trying to sound normal.He shook his head, his expression still mischievous."I'll cook whatever you want to eat. But I'm afraid I can't do anything else for you," she continued. He lowered his head to kiss her pout. "Do you really think a few dishes could keep me away?""Don't get too greedy." She pushed away his arms and stood up. "If you're thinking you can bed me with your attempts, just stop. I'm not the one for you. There are many women there who could warm your bed better than I could." But before she could finish her unnecessary explanation, she found that she had fallen into his trap. Frowning slightly at her, he asked, "Is that what you want? For me to find another woman?""I don't want to, but I'm sure you will," Hazel replied. Great and powerful men like Zac always attracted gorgeou