Jane was also overwhelmed with her own matters and had no way to chase after Jordan."I just feel guilty for not taking better care of her.""She won’t blame you. Even if you had intervened, this wouldn’t have been something you could solve."Nathan said, "I think after this, it’s finally over between them."Jane sighed. "I hope so."After hanging up, Zachary still wanted to take her to the hospital for a checkup.Jane shook her head. "I’m really fine, don’t worry. If I’m lying this time, then from now on, whatever you say goes."Since that was the case, Zachary gave up on insisting.But that night, he still kept a close eye on her, afraid that something might happen.Fortunately, nothing did.Westley woke up a week later.During that time, Carter had visited once.When Westley regained consciousness, Carter happened to be at the hospital as well.He was there for an academic exchange and took the opportunity to check on him.Westley had just woken up, and all his senses
Jordan had a secret hideout that no one knew.After she confessed and was rejected at 18, she found this place.Later, whenever she struggled with something, she would come here.This place didn’t even have a name.Hardly anyone ever came.It was both safe and unsafe.But she had never considered the issue of safety.She had discovered it by chance while taking photos and thought it was the perfect place for quiet contemplation.It was a great place.Because of that, she had even deliberately disguised the entrance to prevent others from finding it.After Leanne left, Westley was discharged from the hospital.Buck had promised Leanne to report everything in detail.But Westley saw through it and gave him a cold, warning look."Would you rather go work for her instead?"Buck no longer dared to report truthfully and had to fabricate some details when speaking to Leanne.Leanne was busy dealing with the Howard family, brushing off Jonathan and Miranda’s concerns about Westl
Leanne stood in place, thinking for a long time.In the end, she decided to follow Zachary’s advice.Jordan was curled up in a corner for three days.During those three days, it rained continuously.The shabby little house couldn’t withstand it—outside, it poured heavily; inside, it dripped lightly.She didn’t bother to do anything about it.Like a snail, she simply withdrew into her shell.When someone finally found her and appeared before her, she was so dazed that she couldn't speak for a moment.The person picked her up and gently placed her on the bed, pulling at her limbs to check her condition.Seeing that she could still move normally, he let out a sigh of relief.“Are you hungry?”Jordan came back to her senses the moment she heard that familiar voice.She got up from the bed and, without hesitation, raised her hand and slapped him.Westley tilted his head slightly from the impact, then smiled.“The agreement isn’t over yet. Since you left, of course, I had to co
Back then, she was 12 years old, right at the age of loving idol dramas.The Howard family happened to have a large courtyard, big enough for a swing.So she begged Westley to build one for her.Because she thought he was very handsome—just like the male lead in an idol drama.And the male lead should build a swing for the female lead.Back then, Westley was young yet mature, with the vigor of youth.Dressed in black sportswear, his short, neat hair complemented his broad shoulders, narrow waist, and lean muscles.He was quite a bit taller than her.Everything about him made hearts race.With a small hammer in hand, he worked in the courtyard, the sound of nails being hammered echoing in her heart.The sunlight poured down, coating him in a golden glow.He looked at her, a carefree smile stretching across his face.Just like that, a swing appeared before her.“Jordy, have you thought about how to thank your brother?”Jordan sat on the swing. With just a slight push from h
"When you were in trouble back then, he stood by and did nothing. Do you think he was happy about it? Back then, he was injured in an attack, yet he still stayed outside your ward every day. After you were discharged, he ignored his own health and followed you to many places. His body had been in poor condition for a long time, yet he never took proper care of himself. He probably won’t have many years left to live."Jordan said after a while, "Dr. Greyson, you were much more convincing when you spoke less."Carter let out a laugh in exasperation.He had never been one to waste words on these matters.When Westley was seeking death, he hadn’t said much either.Yet when it came to Jordan, he had said a lot—but she had never appreciated it."Fine. You don’t want him pestering you, right? Then let me tell you the truth. If you just let him go on like this, exhausting his own body, at most, he has about a year left before he dies. By then, you’ll finally be free."Jordan didn’t beli
Jordan nodded."Thank you, Jane.""It’s no trouble at all."Watching Jordan lie down, Jane gently closed the bedroom door.As she walked out, she saw Zachary waiting by the entrance. She shut the main door behind her and took his hand, leading him back to their place.She asked, "Do you know what happened?"Zachary helped her sit down and handed her a box."These were things that your mother left behind. And these are a pair of rings—the other one is with Westley. They were auctioned off, and he bought them."Jane only took her mother’s belongings. Inside, she found a set of pear blossom jewelry. She curved her lips into a faint smile."Jordan is exactly like our mother, from her features to her preferences. Let’s leave this for her. I’ll give it to her when she wakes up. As for the ring, do whatever you want with it."Zachary put away the women’s ring and added, "Westley might not have much time left."Jane paused. "What did you just say?"Zachary told her everything Buck
"What did she say?" Jane asked urgently."She said that she probably never really liked Westley. It was just that they had been together since childhood, and she mistakenly thought it was love."Jane analyzed, "Jordan must have said that to not embarrass herself. She also didn’t want things to become too awkward with the Howard family. After all, they had always treated her well.""You’re right," Zachary confirmed. "She only said those words after Westley refused to marry her. But because of that, Westley agreed to the marriage. After they got their marriage certificate, he immediately applied to work in another city and ignored her for three years."Jane was baffled. "What kind of logic was that?""A messed-up kind," replied Zachary, recalling the things Westley had mumbled when he was drunk.He had been too drunk, speaking in fragments with no clear explanation. If it hadn’t been the truth, Zachary wouldn’t have even bothered listening."According to him, since Jordan didn’t l
"Well, after this, he should give up,""Why do you say that?" asked Jane.Zachary replied, "He stabbed himself this time. He paid for the wrongs he did to Jordan. And him going to find Jordan this time wasn't to pester her. He knew she hated him and wouldn't save him. This meant that he had repaid her for the fact that he had left her for dead. He won't look for Jordan again. He'll just wait until his body can't hold up anymore and leave."Jane felt conflicted for a moment. "Is he really at death's door, and there's no cure?"Zachary nodded. "Carter said there’s no cure, and if he says so, then no one else can cure him.""Then the Howard family won’t blame Jordan for causing Westley’s death, will they?" Jane was worried.Zachary gently patted her head to reassure her. "No, I suspect Jordan will take action. We’ll just wait and watch.""As long as Jordan is fine, I won’t interfere."Jordan had many things on her mind and couldn't sleep, tossing and turning all night.She got up
"You claimed to be fair, only trusted your own investigation results, not just believing hearsay, didn't you?"What he said was actually in line with what she had hoped for.It was also a beautiful wish of hers.But in this world, many things were not absolutely fair.Her job was to serve the people and provide justice to the best of her ability.However, she would never trust what anyone else said, she needed to look into things herself, and only after solid evidence would she act.Whitney could tell that he wasn't complimenting her, but mocking her, which made her feel somewhat ashamed."As for your situation, I've been biased from the start."Mainly because, she didn't plan on getting involved with Caleb.She didn't need to stand up for him.She had no interest in what kind of person Caleb was.So, she never thought that those rumors about him would become the trigger for him being angry with her."Sorry."Caleb seemed to have realized what she was thinking earlier.He
"I think this is a good start," she told Charlotte.They were together, and Charlotte sat close to her, looking at her phone."It’s a good thing that she’s being sincere to us, but the most important thing is that you need to trade sincerity with Caleb."Jane pondered for a moment. "Then how should I reply?""Let her ask Caleb directly."Jane nodded. "I still don't really understand why he's like this, you should just ask him directly, communication between the two of you is still important."Whitney stared at the reply for a long time, then looked at Caleb.It seemed like he was really asleep, there was no movement from him.She wondered if it was not good to wake him up?Maybe she should wait until he woke up?Caleb hadn't actually fallen asleep, there was a pressure building in his chest, how could he sleep?He wasn’t really a generous person.So he saw Whitney holding her phone and looking at him.In the end, he compromised.She didn't even know why he was mad at her.
He took out a small cushion and placed it on the table, then told her, "Put your hand here."Whitney did as instructed.Tanner began to check her pulse, her expression slightly solemn."Your health is so poor?"Tanner opened a cabinet, took out two small bottles, one green and one milky white."The green one, take two pills every day, after breakfast and dinner. The milky white one, take three times a day, before meals.""After finishing them, come back for a check-up."She took out her phone. "Add me on WhatsApp."Whitney quickly took out her phone and added Tanner on WhatsApp."If you feel uncomfortable, just send me a message, I'll reply."Whitney obediently nodded.Tanner smiled. "You're really cute."Caleb crossed his arms, smiling in a half-amused way. "I really suspect you like women."Tanner remained indifferent, firing back, "If I liked women, would your wife be willing to give me a chance?""Dream on." Caleb grabbed Whitney and they left.It was said that Tanne
He didn't let her say a word, but when he exhausted her to the point of collapse, he made her call him "honey."She stayed silent, and he tormented her.In the end, she had no choice but to reluctantly utter the words."H-honey..."Westley was satisfied, knowing there would be plenty of chances in the future for her to call him that.Whitney went to the hotel, changed out of her dress, removed her makeup, and washed up. She then changed into more comfortable clothes and started packing her luggage.But she was stopped by Caleb."We’re not heading back yet.""What?"Caleb grabbed her arm, pulling her up, and they directly headed out.Whitney figured he had plans and didn't ask further.Once they were in the car, Caleb explained, "Tanner is in Nelana. She's not easy to approach. After you've seen her, we'll head back."Whitney didn't say anything, mainly because she didn't have much say in the matter.She could focus on recovering her health.After all, she needed to be hea
"What are you doing?"Jordan was both angry and anxious, her face completely red.Westley smiled. "What do you think?""Stop messing around! We still need to go toast the guests.""Exactly." The man pinched the satin ribbon behind her back. "How can you wear the toasting dress if you don't take off the wedding dress?"The wedding dress was too heavy, and with him pressing on her, Jordan couldn't break free."You want to do it yourself, but you can’t."In the end, Jordan was stripped down to just her undergarments and was forcibly changed into the toasting dress.Seizing the right moment, she immediately broke free from Westley and opened the door, about to run out.Westley quickly grabbed her and carried her back. "Your makeup is ruined."‘Whose fault is it that my makeup is ruined?’Jordan stomped hard on his foot. "You’re so annoying!""Already annoyed right after the wedding?" Westley sat her down on the edge of the bed, opened the makeup bag, and took out a lipstick. "I
Westley had someone distribute the wedding sweets. He carried Jordan into the hotel and delivered her to the bridal rest room.Jane and the others had already been waiting."So, what's up, Westley? As your sister-in-law, I took your big envelope, and I didn't make things difficult for you, did I?"What could Westley say? "Thank you, Jane.""Jordy's wedding shoes?"Jane and Charlotte each handed him one of the shoes.Westley crouched down and carefully put them on Jordan."I'm going to be busy up front, I'll wait for you."Jordan nodded. "Okay."After Westley left, Jane and Charlotte helped her change into the wedding dress.Whitney also helped.Caleb brought her to the wedding venue, and while they were waiting in the rest room, Jane explained to her.The reason they arrived here first was that everything had been arranged in advance, and it was intentionally done this way.She actually found it quite interesting."Whit." Jane patted her shoulder. "This is a good way to
Even the foundation couldn't hide the pink flush spreading on her cheeks.Jordan knew she was rather introverted, and without Jane and Charlotte there to back her up, this felt like hell to her."Westley!""Yes!"Jordan was amused by him and forgot what she was about to say.Westley stepped forward, kneeling on one knee, preparing to go through the motions.Whitney quickly tried to stop him, but was pulled away by Caleb."This won't do..." She struggled, but couldn't fight against the man's strength.Only Jordan and Westley were left in the bedroom.The man kneeled beside the bed and handed her the bouquet. "Dear Mrs. Howard, please come home with me."Jordan took the bouquet, revealing her small feet from under the large skirt."I don't have shoes on."Westley asked, "How can I find your shoes?""You're asking me?""Yes.""Well, I can't tell you."Westley knew it wasn't going to be that easy.Even if Jane and Charlotte were kept busy, with their family status, how cou
"They're here, they're here," Charlotte called out, urging Whitney to quickly close the bedroom door.Whitney said, "Jane hasn't come in yet.""If she's slower than Westley, it means she's caught up in something," replied Charlotte."But isn’t Zachary afraid of angering Jane by helping Westley like this?"Charlotte smiled. "This is a wedding. Blocking the door is just for fun. We won’t really make it hard for the groom to take the bride away."Whitney only then realized what they were doing. "Sorry.""It's fine, you've never had a wedding, so it's normal," Charlotte reassured her."So, what should I do now?"Charlotte said, "Just cooperate with me.""Don't be too formal, it's not a big deal."At that moment, Westley knocked on the door. "What does Mrs. Smith want? Feel free to name your price."Charlotte laughed. "Mr. Howard always reads people well and is full of schemes. Why don't you try guessing?"Frank had already come over, but he looked lazy and still had no energy.
Westley seemed not to hear Zachary's words and asked him if his clothes were alright and whether his tie was crooked.Zachary couldn't be bothered to respond.Frank didn't even bother to lift his eyelids.At that moment, Caleb stepped forward and adjusted Westley's tie and collar, smiling faintly.Westley understood. "Carter will come to the wedding. I'm certain of it."Caleb then asked, "With the relationship between Mr. Greyson and Mr. Howard, why isn't he coming as a groomsman?""He doesn't get along well with my wife.""Because of Mandy?"Westley nodded. "Mandy and my wife were good friends during their teenage years."Actually, Jordan wasn't someone who held grudges, but he couldn't let anything go wrong at the wedding.Originally, it didn't matter whether Carter came or not.If it weren't for Caleb, he wouldn't have insisted on having Carter attend.Caleb understood.The sky gradually brightened.Whitney stood at the door, waiting for news from Jane.Suddenly, some