"What the hell is she up to this time?"At that moment, a relaxed, deep male voice had sounded."Was this a grand performance prepared because we returned?"Jane was surprised to see Charlotte."How come you’re back?"Charlotte poked her forehead. "You thought you could hide such a big thing from me."Jane believed Yasmin was not someone who lacked integrity. "How did you know?"Charlotte pointed to Frank.They came to a tacit understanding.Jane grasped Charlotte's hand. "We aren't children. Zachary and I can handle this, you can do what you have to."Charlotte replied, "We’re in no rush.""Zachary!"Just as Jane wanted to say more, she heard a hoarse cry.Turning around, she saw Nina had thrown herself into Zachary's arms.At that moment, she had stood frozen in place.Her intuition told her that someone like Nina wouldn't hurt herself willingly.Moreover, it wasn't just her, Frank had noticed the moment he appeared.But Zachary couldn't just watch, he still reached
As he spoke, he shot a glance at Jane. "He used to be so clingy to you, but it’s a little strange that he’s now avoiding you after what seemed you two sleeping together."Jane didn't have the energy to pay attention to Michael and was too lazy to watch the farce, so she pulled Charlotte away.After Frank's reminder, she felt that Michael's behavior had been quite off since she woke up."After dinner, I'll go find him and ask what's going on.""No need," said Zachary. "Once there's evidence, he won't be able to deny it."Jane rested her chin on her hand. "How long until we see this evidence?"Zachary couldn't specify a timeline, this matter was complicated."As soon as possible," he said.The waiter began serving the dishes, and Jane started eating.Zachary said that she shouldn't go, but she wasn't that obedient.She felt restless until there was a resolution.Michael was the one who was really feeling restless.He didn't want to deceive Jane or use such despicable means to
In the end, it was Jane who went to get the luggage.She was an impatient person. If she had doubts, she needed to clarify them.Otherwise, she couldn’t even sleep well.Zachary wanted to follow her, but she refused, so he could only wait at the door.Frank had known Zachary for years and had never offered any false comfort.He just waited silently beside him.Charlotte went to see the child.In the room, Jane tidied up the suitcase she had messed up when she woke up, picked it up after closing it, and didn’t even sit down.She looked straight at Michael and asked, “Did I really return to this room by myself last night?”Michael lowered his gaze, looking like a dog scolded by its owner for doing something wrong.In reality, he only appeared to admit his fault but was still somewhat unconvinced deep down.“Jane, I never wanted to make things difficult for you... It was my first time…”Jane was rendered speechless.She didn’t believe that Michael genuinely thought it was fin
Michael almost impulsively revealed the truth.But in the end, he held back.Jane misunderstood him. It didn’t matter if they weren’t even friends.As long as she could see what kind of person Zachary really was, she would understand his actions later.“Okay, I’ll do as you say, Jane. I’ll leave now.”There was only a door between them, but the soundproofing on the top floor was quite good, and Zachary hadn’t heard anything.He just kept checking the time, feeling it was taking too long.Just as he was about to knock, the door opened.He saw Michael carrying a suitcase as he walked out.Then Jane followed behind him.“How was it?” Zachary took the suitcase from her hands, his voice soft.Frank cocked his brows, then stepped away to find Charlotte, giving them some space.Jane was about to speak when the door diagonally across from them opened.Nina stood there, looking distressed, tears brimming in her eyes as she looked at Zachary.“Zachary, I feel so terrible…”Zachary
Zachary’s threat didn’t make her panic at all.Even if the truth were to come out in the future, she would drag them down with her.What did she have to fear being alone?Either Zachary would become her husband, or Jane would walk the path to the underworld with her.If Zachary and Jane were to be in love, then she would let them be separated by life and death.She would like to see how they would love each other then.“Zachary…”No matter how many dark thoughts Nina harbored, her anger didn’t show on her face.Her pale complexion, paired with tearful eyes, looked pitiful.“I’m not trying to make you responsible. I know you and Miss Greenwood have just made some progress, and I know you like her a lot. I didn’t mean to ruin what you have, but last night wasn’t my intention. I resisted, but I just couldn’t push you away. Otherwise, I wouldn’t have gotten hurt…”Zachary couldn’t remember anything after he slept with Jane.He had no recollection of waking up in the same bed wit
Jane smiled.Charlotte observed that smile, feeling a sense of understanding.On the other side, the female doctor exited the room and respectfully reported to Zachary.“Mr. Collins, there are tears in the private area, and some redness and swelling, but it’s not too serious. I’ve prescribed medication. It should heal in a few days, but for now, no bathing, just wipe off any sweat, and avoid vigorous exercise or swimming at the beach.”Zachary raised his hand, and Roy escorted the female doctor out.He didn’t linger.But just after taking a step, the door behind him swung open wide.Nina timidly leaned against the door. “Zachary, I… I can’t see, I can’t apply the medicine.”Zachary’s expression was unreadable. “Didn’t the female doctor apply it for you?”Nina quickly responded, “What about the next few days…”Zachary replied coldly, “I’ll arrange for her to come again.”After saying that, he strode away.Nina finally removed her facade, her expression twisting into somethin
Jane handed the juice to Charlotte and sat down beside her.Across from them was a small boxing ring.Zachary and Frank had already changed into their boxing gear and were standing in the ring.Both were of similar height, their upper bodies muscular and defined, and they had good looks—truly a visual feast.“Did Zachary and Frank bet on who would get married first? If Frank loses, what does he want from Zachary?” Charlotte took a sip of her juice and smiled. “He said he wants something big.”Jane laughed, glancing at the ring. “Those two are so childish. It’s hard to say who will win; I see them as evenly matched.”Charlotte didn’t respond.In the ring, Zachary tapped gloves with Frank.Neither needed to say much.They had practiced together. Their strikes were precise and powerful.Jane became so engaged that she pulled Charlotte to the edge of the ring.“Go, Zachary! Don’t let him win, push forward!”Charlotte couldn’t help but chuckle.When Frank had Zachary in a hol
Zachary was at a loss for words.What were they like now?A coquettish woman was trying to move the coldest of hearts.Zachary had no choice. He tried his best to make himself prepared.He tried to crack a smile, looking like a fool.“Ha... ha...”Jane scoffed, “Your smile is as dry as your apology.”Zachary did his best. He sighed, “Is there any other request that I can fulfill?”“What counts as something you can fulfill? Isn’t that your comfort zone?”Jane began to squirm, wanting to break free from his restraints.“Only when you find a way to fulfill the impossible does it count as sincerity. Mr. Collins, please let go of me.”Zachary lowered his head, resting it on her neck with a long sigh.“I’ve lost.”After saying that, he raised his head and attempted to smile.His mind wandered to Charlie's foolish expression.But in the end, he was nothing more than a shell of himself.His face barely moved. There was no trace of a smile.Not even a glimmer of joy in those da
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