Frank woke up very quickly. Earlier than expected. So much so that Alex hadn't finished dealing with things on his end. Zachary and Alan hadn't found any trace of Charlotte either. Jane waited at the door of Frank's ward, while Alana waited next door for her child to wake up. Both were on edge. Jane was about to go get a hot coffee to calm her and Alana's nerves when the ward door suddenly opened. She turned her head in a daze. Seeing Frank's pale face made her even more anxious. Her lips fumbled for a moment before she managed to say dryly, "You're awake..." Although Frank looked unwell, the coldness and pressure he exuded hadn't diminished at all. "Where's Charlotte?" Jane had to tell the truth quickly, even if Frank went mad, he could find Charlotte faster. "She went into the emergency room but hasn't come out. We went in to look, but no one was there, and now..." "Frank." Jane's words were cut off by the hurried arrival of Zachary. Za
Frank's attitude made him feel even more guilty. "I was indeed careless, I admit to my mistake." "Is this really the time to admit mistakes?" Frank returned to the ward, taking a few steps while cold sweat poured down. The sweat seeped into his wounds, making his lips turn pale from the pain. Zachary followed behind, saying, "I'll definitely find her and bring her back in one piece. You can't let your injuries worsen, if they get infected, you could die." Frank ignored him and walked around the room, asking Zachary, "Where's my phone?" Knowing Frank's personality, Zachary didn't try to persuade him further and handed him the phone. Frank called Alan. Alan had already felt guilty due to the chemical plant explosion. He had been looking for a chance to make up for it. Now it seemed to be a case of mistakes compounding. Alan answered, "Frank." "Any leads?" Alan knew what he was asking about and immediately replied, "No. The hospital's surveillance
As night fell, the entire city was enveloped in damp darkness. I didn't know the full situation in Jeswood. Without a phone and with no clock in the room, I could only see the dark sea through the small window, making it impossible to tell the time. It wasn't until Jack came to deliver food that I guessed it must be evening. "Why aren't you using your cutlery?" I didn't trust Jack, I didn't even dare to drink water, let alone eat the food he brought. Seeing through my thoughts, Jack said, "I don't care. If it comes to it, I can just give you a nutrition shot. After all, I never intended to keep this child." He was certain I wouldn't let my child starve, but if there was something wrong with the food, it would only make things worse. Caught in a dilemma, I grew to hate Jack even more. Jack met my furious gaze with a smile. "Then go ahead and starve." With that, he walked straight out, closing the door behind him. I leaned against the head of the bed,
Before, he thought Jack was being overly emotional and revealed himself for Charlotte. Who would have thought Jack had a backup plan? His scheming was on par with Frank's. But they couldn't let their guard down with Frank. Charlotte had already been taken away, yet he still had that arrogant attitude—it was a bit abnormal.Kevin suggested, "Why don't you have Jack film a short video and send it to Frank?" Senno understood and called Jack.Jack thought Charlotte would at least eat something for the sake of the baby. But to his surprise, she really wasn't eating. He waited for a long time, reheating the food repeatedly, even cooking it fresh, yet he never heard her ask for anything. As midnight approached, he saw from the surveillance that she hadn't even had a sip of water, despite having vomited earlier. Her little face was completely pale, as if she might pass out at any moment.In the end, he couldn't bear to see her suffer anymore. Just as he picked up the food, his phone rang.
Upon hearing this, excitement shone in Jack's eyes. I knew I had placed my bet correctly. "We're going to record a video to show Frank, telling him he can't compare to you, and I should be with you." Jack looked at me with a crazed expression. I tried to take the phone from his hand, but suddenly, he raised his hand, and the phone slipped from my fingertips. I calmly said, "I just wanted to press the start recording button." Jack stared at me without saying a word. I turned away, feigning anger. "You wanted to film this, it's up to you whether you want to or not." For all these years, Jack had disguised himself, lurking in the shadows with ulterior motives. Now, I finally showed him the kind of temper I had toward Frank, and he certainly wouldn't take advantage of it. But despite that, my heart was still racing, especially as his silence stretched on. I felt like my heart might leap out of my throat. Just as I was thinking about whether to stoke the
Before he could think it through, he heard Charlotte speaking to the camera. "Frank, you see this? Don't look for me anymore..." Was Charlotte possessed? Alan, trembling, wiped the cold sweat from his forehead. "Should we show this to Frank?" Zachary asked, "Is it from Jack?" "No." Alan shook his head. "It's from Kevin. It seems Senno wants to threaten Frank into joining them." Zachary pondered, "Doesn't this confirm the deep connection between Jack and Senno?" Alan replied, "Given the current situation, there's no need to hide anything." Zachary couldn't understand why Charlotte would do this. He rewound the video and prepared to watch it again, but unexpectedly, the phone was suddenly snatched away. Zachary turned to see Frank and exchanged a glance with Alan. It was as if he was asking, “Why didn't you warn me?”Frank walked silently, he had just seen it. Frank pressed play, and Zachary couldn't stop him in time. In an instant, the man's face
Frank ignored him. Zachary knew he was in a bad mood. Even if Charlotte was trying to deliver a message for him, that intimate gesture still happened. "You need to prepare for the news about Grandma’s passing, she definitely won't handle it well." Frank stared into the endless darkness ahead, as if even his brown eyes were being swallowed by the night, deep and heavy. He had initially thought that in such circumstances, the child might not survive. At that point, it would be easier to talk about it. Now that he had seen the video, he confirmed that the child was still there, otherwise, she wouldn't have chosen this method to convey the message. At that moment, even Frank felt somewhat powerless. I still ate the food that Jack had given me. I could starve, but I couldn’t let the child starve. I could only gamble that Jack wouldn’t hurt me. "The water isn't poisoned either." Seeing me choke, Jack forced me to swallow and poured me a cup of water.
If they found out they were tricked just because Frank wanted to save someone, wouldn't that offend two major families? They might not even be able to leave this sea area. Who knows, they might end up feeding the sharks. Frank's brows furrowed. "Do as I say." "Yes." Seeing him insist, Alan immediately obeyed the order. "Frank." After Alan left, Zachary spoke up, "Alan makes a valid point. Things will get complicated once they’re involved. How can you guarantee that we can help the Jebwi family eliminate the Valin family? What if we fail?" Frank's lips curved slightly, even though the illness hadn't completely faded from his face, it couldn't hide his inherent wildness. "You go and find a way to send a message to Officer Locke." Zachary instantly understood, chuckling. "You really are a son of a bitch!" After I ate my fill, I began to feel drowsy. Especially when the wind died down and the boat moved steadily, I could hardly keep my eyes open. I le
Then the call was hung up.He guessed that, within three hours, his boss would definitely arrive.Sure enough, when he was sending Jordan to the airport, he ran into the hurriedly arriving Westley.Jordan didn't want to stay there any longer, and after sending the photos, she immediately planned to leave.Westley's appearance didn't surprise her much.Buck followed along, so he knew she had expected it."How are you? Are you hurt anywhere?"Westley grabbed Jordan's hand and thoroughly checked her over.When he saw the red marks on her wrist, his gaze immediately turned cold.Buck quickly said, "It's been dealt with. He won't get away with it."However, Westley still had a very grim expression. He pulled Jordan toward the VIP lounge.Jordan didn't want to go and forcefully tried to shake him off.But she didn't expect that the restraint she could never break free from before was now easily shaken off.She watched in disbelief as Westley collapsed, his abdomen soaked in bloo
Jordan felt disgusted.It was typical for the man to act so arrogantly."What's going on?" The designer, who had been sending the models off the stage, noticed that the crowd had gathered.He finally made his way through the crowd to the center of the circle.As soon as he saw the man, his expression immediately changed. He smiled obsequiously and said, "Who upset you?"The man raised his hand and pointed at Jordan. "Did you bring her here?"The designer followed the direction of his finger and looked over.Upon seeing Jordan, he immediately understood.This man from the Howard family was known for liking beautiful women, which was why he had invested in the fashion show.In the past, he had turned a blind eye to his investments, but now that it was Jordan, he had to think twice.After all, Jordan was not only a well-known photographer, but also a disciple of Oliver.The Sykes family was not on the same level as the Howard family, but it was still not something he could affo
Upon hearing the name, Buck sneered.He was nowhere near as powerful as Zachary.Buck couldn’t believe how arrogant they were being with only a little bit of power.He immediately struck with a swift move.The man winced in pain and released his grip.Buck shielded Jordan behind him.The models on stage began to exit.The standoff caught people's attention.They heard a man cursing loudly, "Damn, you dare hit me? I'll make you regret this, whether you believe it or not!""I don't believe it."Buck couldn't be bothered to waste time on such an idiot. He took out his phone and made a call.More people from the audience at the show started gathering around.Some recognized the man and whispered to each other, "Isn't that a member of the Howard family?""I heard he's the brother-in-law of the head of Howard family's."Buck had excellent hearing. When he caught this conversation, he recalled the man's name. It turned out the person was from a branch of the Howard family, kept
Jordan had nothing more to say and could only show her work to the designer.At the front desk, Buck found the best viewing spot. This way, he could immediately send updates to Westley about Jordan’s situation.At the back of the stage, Jordan took a few simple photos first.The models gathered around and saw the photos she had taken.The casual shots showed her impressive skills."Does you own a studio or a company, Miss?""A company.""Then, Miss, can I book you now? When I get married, I hope you can do the whole process of my wedding photoshoot."Jordan politely declined, "Wedding photos are not my main area of work. I can't take this job, but I can recommend photographers for you."One of the models asked, "What about personal portraits?"Jordan wasn't into those either. "Sorry, most of the time I photograph animals and red carpet events. I don't have time for personal portraits."Suddenly, someone picked up Jordan's work badge."I thought you looked familiar. You're t
Westley ordered Buck to follow Jordan.Jordan apologized to Jane, "Jane, I'll make it up to you after I'm done."Jane envied her, being able to stay busy with work.She got up to help her tidy up. "Alright, go ahead, be careful on the road.""Okay, you take care and rest more, Jane," said Jordan, putting on her bag."Got it." Jane saw her off.Charlotte said, "I'll head back, I'll take her to the airport."She already knew everything.Jordan was sick, she had said herself she wasn't working.No matter how urgent the job, no matter how close they were as friends, there would always be a solution. There wasn't just one photographer in this world.Although Jordan's talent was unmatched by most people, it was too coincidental.After Zachary finished his call on the balcony, Jordan was about to fly abroad for a shoot.It was hard not to associate this with his influence.She didn't want to stay here and be disliked, so she left.She gave them space.Jane didn't ask anything,
"I won't participate in the photoshoot. Jordan, come here, I'll watch from the side."Jordan grabbed a chair for Jane, "Jane, let's start by taking photos whilst sitting down."She was about to help Jane when suddenly a cold gust of wind blew past.Someone else had already sat Jane down before her."Be careful."Jane pushed him away. "Go do what you have to. We sisters are having fun. Don't interrupt."Zachary's expression darkened slightly. "I'm not busy..."Jane gave a sarcastic smile. "I want to hang out with my friends. Is that okay, hubby?"Zachary turned and left, constantly looking back as he walked to the balcony.Jordan gave a thumbs up. "You've got the husband under control."Jane pushed some stray hair behind her ear and said proudly, "Oh, stop it."Jordan and Charlotte exchanged a glance and both smiled.The photoshoot proceeded steadily.On the balcony, Zachary called Westley."You're really useless, can't even keep your own wife."Westley was confused, "Wha
"What is it?" Jane urged. "But I won't listen to anything about Westley."Wasn't this just walking straight into a trap?Charlotte changed her approach. "I had Frank go to Nelana. I know that Jordan went to find Oliver."Jane's eyes shifted. "What I was going to tell you was about Jordan and Oliver's gossip, but it turns out you already knew."Charlotte entered the study with her. "If you don't want to hear about Westley, then tell me what you know."In the end, Jane still asked, "Is he really sick?"Charlotte nodded. "He had a surgery. They said there was a tumor in his kidney."Jane couldn't feel any sympathy for Westley, "He treated her so badly that he’s even punished by God."Charlotte didn't deny it, but asked, "Which one do you want to wear?""I actually want to wear them all, but Zachary won't let me.""It won't hurt to wait a couple of days. Once you're stable or after you give birth, you can still wear them."Jane sighed. "He's been overly cautious lately, but I'm
Jordan felt uneasy and said cautiously, "There's nothing. I really don't have any impure thoughts about Oliver.""Then that means you don't like him." Jane patted her head. "It's okay. We can still meet a soulmate in the future, right? Don't worry."Jordan wasn't worried about this. What concerned her was the upcoming photoshoot. Jane would be changing clothes back and forth, and she was sure that Zachary would use his sharp, cold gaze to slice her into pieces."So, this time, Jane, just wear one outfit. I'll take more pictures for you. When your belly gets bigger, we'll take maternity photos."Jane agreed, and Jordan secretly sighed in relief."I'll go get changed first."Jordan nodded, about to follow her in, when Zachary stopped her."She’s my wife, I'll handle it. No need to trouble yourself."‘We’re both women, what's there that can't be seen? Aren't we all the same?’She guessed that he was doing this on purpose because she had made Jane excited earlier.Jordan silently
Although Zachary wasn’t even looking at Jordan, the latter could still feel the coldness in his eyes.He was angry with her, blaming her for making Jane so emotional."Jane, I suddenly remembered, I have something to do, so I’ve got to go now."Jordan abruptly stood up, but in her haste, a wave of dizziness made her sit back down.It was strange. When she was at Oliver's house earlier, she felt the temperature had dropped a little.Why did she now feel light-headed?"Sit still and don't move."Jane pulled a blanket over her and urged Zachary, "Tell the doctor to hurry."Zachary could only stand up and make a phone call.Just as he picked up his phone, the doorbell rang.He opened the door and let the doctor in.The doctor asked, "Mr. Collins, what symptoms is Mrs. Collins experiencing?""It's not her." Zachary's voice was cold. "Go inside and take a look."The doctor walked in and saw a different girl with an unfamiliar face.He had seen Jane before, so he knew that this