This was my first time being so stubborn and assertive in front of Ryan, demanding something so forcefully.He looked somewhat surprised, his gaze shifting to my side, and what he said next was even colder. "Whether you can wait or not, you have no choice!""Fine." I nodded lightly and continued calmly, "Then I will let everyone know that the Frost family is rotten to the core, so rotten that even a mistress can step on the head of the legitimate wife! Let's see how you justify this to your recently departed grandfather!"At the mention of his grandfather, he suddenly froze.Seemingly realizing belatedly, what his grandfather detested most was his unclear relationship with Jessica!It wasn't clear whether he was thinking of his grandfather or worrying about Jessica's reputation.Finally, Ryan swallowed hard, suppressed his emotions, glanced at Jessica, and said coldly, "Your friend will stay in a regular ward, that's settled!"Jessica still resisted, "Ryan..."Ryan cut her off
After finally getting a weekend off from work, the first thing I did after finishing my part-time job was to mop the floor and do the laundry, just to see a smile on his face.If it weren't for Aunt Laura insisting, I would have been kicked out by him and his son long ago.If we talked about repaying kindness, I could honestly say that I didn't owe the Lynch family anything anymore.Now, it's just that I can't let go of Aunt.And now, he actually had the nerve to tell me that it's thanks to their Lin family that I can marry Ryan.I looked at Bradley and smirked, "You studied design because of me?"Bradley said, "Yeah, it's because of you. Your gifts on holidays were so expensive, and you always provided for the family, making me think that the design industry earns a lot. Otherwise, I wouldn't have chosen this crappy major.""Which university did you graduate from?""Jelaston College."It was short for Jelaston Vocational and Technical College.Seeing his familiar face resemb
It was Ryan!Jack's dark eyes met his directly, one gentle as water, the other cold and stern.Instantly, I felt a tense atmosphere, as if they were not childhood friends but two people standing completely opposed to each other.Upon careful recollection, I realized that since Jack returned from abroad, both he and Ryan seemed different from their days on campus.Ryan misunderstood my relationship with Jack, but what about Jack? What was his reason?However, this was their business after all, and I shouldn't pry too deeply.Ryan strode over with his long legs, exuding a strong sense of oppression. He glanced at the coat draped over me with mockery. "So intimate.""Not as much as you guys," I replied coldly without thinking.Since yesterday's incident, every word he said and everything he did seemed to drain away the little remaining affection between us.In my mind, countless times I thought, if he had pulled me away at that moment, perhaps I wouldn't have lost the child. But
"Sorry, I found out by accident too," he apologized gently, then explained the reason. It all started when Jane posted on Twitter about my hospitalization due to a car accident. He asked for the ward number, planning to visit me today. However, when he arrived at the hospital today, he overheard the nurses chatting about me. Not only was I injured all over, but I also had a miscarriage and unbelievably got discharged the same day.I pursed my lips slightly. "So you fought with him...""We were both upset," Jack said casually. He glossed over it lightly, then looked at me with gentle eyes. "And you, how have you been these days?""It's hard to say." I lowered my eyes. "When I used to love him, I looked forward to a happy marriage. Later, when I got pregnant, I hoped every day for the child to come into this world, to become my concern, my only family. But now..."I smiled bitterly. "I don't even know what else is worth remembering."Everything became meaningless. I placed my right
"Okay, I get you!"Tears welled up in my eyes. As I turned my head, I saw a bright star in the sky. It was as if I had suddenly pulled myself out from an emotion that could have completely shattered me at any moment.Jack handed me a tissue from the car. "Go ahead and cry. You can cry today but don't cry anymore after today. Crying too much at times like this hurts your eyes."He didn't let me stay on the mountain for too long and drove me back to the city.After hesitating for a moment, I cautiously asked, "Jack, the girl you've liked for so many years must be a really good girl, right?""Yeah."He nodded without hesitation, his eyes and brows softening. "She's the same girl I mentioned to you just now."I couldn't help but be surprised. "But... that's many years ago.""Yeah, twenty years," he blurted out.Clearly, it was a sincere and deep-rooted affection.I sighed and didn't say anything more. When we arrived downstairs at Jane's house, I softly thanked him, "Thank you fo
I knew he wasn't joking.And I didn't want him to come up and disturb Jane, so I compromised. "Okay."Before going downstairs, Jane and Jack's actions were identical, wrapping me in an extended down jacket and pulling a hat over my head."Don't think I'm exaggerating." Jane poked my head. "It says online that it's windy now, and it's easy to get headaches in the future.""Alright, alright, you're the best."She meant well for me. After agreeing repeatedly, I casually changed into another pair of shoes and went downstairs.Seeing me coming out of the unit building, Ryan's eyes darkened. "Why are you wearing so much? Are you sick?""You care about me?"I found that I had lost the ability to talk to him properly.If he really cared about me, even if he didn't know I was pregnant, he should have asked yesterday how I was after being injured.Regardless of the severity, I had been hit by a car.Ryan frowned. "Why are you speaking in such a cryptic manner?"Not wanting to get int
I almost blurted out the words, but managed to hold back.There was no point in saying it.I smirked. "You really are selfless. Can I ask you to do another good deed next month?""Go ahead."I said calmly, "Come with me to get the divorce certificate."The restraint that held me tightened suddenly. I could feel the man's fingers tremble faintly, followed by a silent standoff.After a while, the elevator doors suddenly opened, and a loving couple walked out.Ryan seemed momentarily distracted. Seizing the opportunity, I pulled my wrist free and stepped into the elevator.I pressed the close button. As the elevator doors slowly shut, I unexpectedly felt a long-lost sense of relief.Separation was the best choice.It can only be separation.That night, whether it was because things were finally resolved or because I was exhausted, I slept until after nine the next day.Jane didn't wake me up even when she left for work.She made some sandwiches for me for breakfast.I ate tw
But he turned out to be my uncle!He could use this relationship to talk nonsense in front of Ryan!"Sis, speaking like this really hurts people's feelings." Bradley threw the snacks in his hand away and said, "I know. Isn't it just that your husband cheated on you? I just saw it earlier. That woman looks much worse than you, with a face like an internet celebrity. You let your husband play with her for a while, and when he gets tired of her, he'll come back to the family."In the eyes of these men without moral limits, it seemed particularly light and fluttering.I forced myself to remain calm. "I'm telling you, this matter doesn't need your meddling, understand?""Understood." Bob, as described online, was a typical example of a bad guy growing old. He grinned with his yellow teeth stained from smoking, boldly declaring, "If you don't want me to find Mr. Frost, that's fine. If you can give me 6,000 dollars a month in the future, and settle Bradley's job properly, I won't interfe
Jane rolled her eyes at him.Zachary, however, let out a deep smile from his eyes."Have fun here. I have some things to take care of. We'll go to the banquet together tonight."Jane couldn't care less about him, waving her hand.Zachary patted her head before leaving.A young girl, smiling, teased, "You and your boyfriend have such a good relationship."Jane wanted to explain, but she didn't think it was necessary. Maybe she wouldn’t come to this place again. Even if she did, she could explain it next time.She smiled. "Could you teach me how to make the embroideries?"The girl happily agreed.Embroidery was indeed very time-consuming and mentally draining. Jane spent the whole day sitting there, embroidering, only getting up to eat or use the restroom.She learned a stitching technique and completed a small piece.When she stood up to stretch her stiff back and neck, she saw Zachary walking toward her."Did you have fun?"Jane tossed the piece of embroidery at him dismis
It was as if he could hear her thoughts. “I only said it to you.”Jane pushed him. "Go sit across from me.""Isn't it better for me to sit next to you? If I sit opposite from you, you’ll lose your appetite."Sitting next to him would only lead to more physical contact, making her even less able to eat."Just sit across from me."Zachary obeyed, standing up and moving to the opposite side. He then filled her cup with some more tea."Be careful with the tea. It’s hot. Don’t burn yourself."The breakfast they had was satisfying.Jane didn’t want to spend more time with Zachary, so she planned to talk to Dominic about intangible cultural heritage and the national trend.But Zachary directly shoved her into the car.She couldn’t escape, so she turned her back to him, ignoring him.Zachary didn’t provoke her either. He sat beside her, focused on his tablet, looking at recent work arrangements.In the front seats, Raymond and Ross exchanged glances.Ross didn’t slow down while ta
He didn’t even furrow his brows."If hitting me will make you feel better, go ahead and hit me. Just make sure I’m still alive after you’re done. That way, I’ll still be able to make arrangements for you if someone bullies you."Jane snorted coldly. "You’re the one who’s bullying me.""Well, I admit that." His gaze burned with intensity as he looked at her. "I can’t live without you."Jane sneered. "Oh, so because you can’t live without me, you bully me?""How can having sex be seen as bullying you?"‘He’s so annoying.’Jane didn’t want to talk about these ambiguous topics with him."Let go, I need to wash up."Zachary released her, but Jane, still irritated, kicked him.Zachary, however, seemed to be in a great mood.Once she finished her makeup and changed clothes, they went out to eat together.As Zachary introduced Nelana to her, Jane became more and more upset."You know so much about Nelana, you must have already arranged everything in advance. So, last night, you we
The phone was still turned off.But even though she was angry, Jane knew that Zachary wasn’t crazy enough to take someone’s life just because he was upset.She figured he just didn’t want her to contact Dominic tonight.She would call him tomorrow instead.However, when she woke up, she didn’t expect Dominic to be the one calling her first."Are you okay?"They both spoke at the same time.After saying that, both of them laughed.Dominic was still a little dazed. "Do you know what happened to me?""After I paid the bill yesterday, two tall and burly men in black suits dragged me into a car, and I passed out right away. I woke up this morning, having slept on the floor all night. My neck was sore from sleeping on the ground, and I think I might be catching a cold. Achoo—"Jane cursed Zachary inwardly.How petty! What was wrong with putting Dominic on his bed?"One of my friends is a weirdo, sorry for the trouble."Dominic sniffed. "It wasn’t too bad. By the way, is he your
Knock knock—There was a knock at the door.Zachary stood up to open it.Raymond handed him a chicken pizza.He sensed that the atmosphere wasn’t quite right and, gathering some courage, she asked, "Sir, you didn’t have anything for dinner. Should I have the hotel bring something over?"Zachary nodded and mentioned a few dishes.Raymond agreed and went to instruct the hotel.He happened to run into Ross on his way back and they chatted."I have no idea what Miss Greenwood might want. Mr. Collins doesn’t even know what he likes to eat himself, but he remembers what she likes."Ross, eating a sandwich, said, "Doesn’t Mr. Collins like roast chicken?"He remembered that when Miss Greenwood brought food to the Mr. Collins’s house last time, she had mentioned it.Raymond shot him a look. "You’re a blockhead. That’s what Miss Greenwood likes. Now, the things that Mr. Collins like are because they’re what Miss Greenwood likes."Ross blinked. "Oh."Raymond was rendered speechless.
Jane said, "This is not something you should be doing.""I caused the injury, so I should be the one to handle it.""I'll do it myself!"Zachary held her hands, "You can't see the injury, you have long nails as well. What if you hurt yourself again? I think I should apply the medicine."Jane felt helpless."Zachary, I’ll just ask you one thing, can you understand what I’m saying?""I’ve already ordered pizza. It’ll be delivered soon."‘As expected, he doesn’t understand what I said,’ thought Jane.Jane was no match for Zachary in terms of strength or words, so she ended up crying.Zachary stopped.Jane immediately broke free from his hands and sat on the other side of the bed."Do you only feel happy when you see me in pain?"Zachary pursed his lips. "No.""Then why do you insist on forcing me to do things I don't want to do? I’m a person, not some item that you can do whatever you want to.""Is that how you see me?" Zachary looked at her, his eyes darkened slightly. "I l
"I was just handling some matters, but I can't tell you. Please understand."Jane seemed to believe him and nodded. "I see."Raymond also nodded. "That's right."Jane smiled. "You were handling matters, but what about the others?""They also have their own matters to deal with.""So..." Jane’s gaze suddenly became sharp. "You all went off to work, but there's no one guarding the hotel entrance? Aren’t you worried that while he’s in bed with me, his enemies might come and kill him? After all, the bed is when a man is most vulnerable. You’re a man, so you should understand that, right?"For a moment, Raymond seemed distracted, as if he had seen his Mr. Collins casually asking him what mistake he had made.Then, with a cold tone, he would be sent off to Afrealia, just like Roy.The more you say, the more mistakes you make. He stopped explaining and simply said."Miss Greenwood, it’s not safe outside. You should stay in the hotel and wait for Mr. Collins."Jane didn’t believe the
He placed the pillow behind her waist and asked gently, "What do you want to eat? I’ll have someone prepare it."Jane glared at him and said, "Get out!"Zachary took her hand and said, "There’s a banquet tomorrow. Come with me."Jane pulled her hand back and replied coldly, "You’re really sick.""Yes, and you’re the reason I”m sick."Jane raised her hand, intending to hit him. "Get out!"Zachary grabbed her wrist and smiled.Jane felt that he was seriously ill and decided it was better to just leave.But as soon as she lifted the blanket, a cold wind blew, and she quickly pulled it back up."Turn around!"Her teeth were clenched in anger, wishing she could bite him.Zachary's gaze slid over her body. "What are you hiding?""I..."Jane covered his mouth. "Don’t be such a pervert."Zachary held her hand. "The banquet tomorrow has to do with the purpose of your trip. Are you really not going?""How do you know what I came here for?"Zachary didn’t answer, just looked at he
Annie saw the red marks on his neck as he moved.There was also a bite mark on his Adam's apple.Both marks told her of the wildness he had shared with Jane just moments ago.The thing she feared most had happened."And not even a day apart," Zachary said again, his voice was cold enough to send shivers down one’s spine.Annie met his sharp gaze, instinctively taking a step back.But then she felt it was wrong and moved forward to stand in front of him."What are you saying? I don’t understand," she said, reaching out to grab his arm.Zachary turned sideways to avoid her, and Ross immediately restrained Annie, kicking her in the knee and forcing her to kneel on the ground."Zachary!"Annie had never been so humiliated before.Since childhood, everyone had always revolved around her.She was given everything she wanted.Without speaking, people would rush to her, handing her things that were close to her heart.Zachary was no different, he had been delivered to her by her