"As a police officer, I can assure everyone that no matter who it is, if they've broken the law, they will be held accountable. No one, no matter how wealthy, is above the law. Our judicial system will not allow such things to happen," Jacob stated firmly.The crowd applauded spontaneously after hearing Quinn's and Jacob's statements.Winona and Araminta were taken away by the police, leaving a group of reporters staring at each other in confusion.So… what was going to happen now?Araminta had arranged for them to come and promised payment, but now that she was being arrested, who were they supposed to get the money from?Meanwhile, Xavier had already driven out and parked his car on the side.Lisa remained inside the vehicle. She didn't want to face the reporters. The memory of those reporters barging in to "catch her in the act" five years ago still haunted her.Some reporters had no limits. As long as they were paid, they'd ask any question.The incessant flashing lights ha
Quinn didn't know what to say to Matthew, so she stayed silent.The best outcome was for him to take Winona away. Everything here was not their concern anyway.Matthew ended the call. Then he went to the police station with Kimberly."Are you really not going to do anything, Grandpa?" Kimberly asked incredulously. Was he really going to leave?"There's nothing we can do. Your grandma is old, but your mom put her in such a dangerous situation. What if something really went wrong?"Both Araminta and Kimberly always looked out for themselves and never considered Matthew and Winona.That was the rooftop! Seeing the video had made Matthew's legs go weak.Kimberly wanted to argue, but in the end, she said nothing. There was no point in arguing.Matthew had never been particularly fond of Araminta. In his eyes, Lisa would always be better than her.When they arrived at the police station, Winona looked disheveled.This situation was too embarrassing for someone her age. She worried
"Do you think Simon will handle this for you?" Araminta asked.Kimberly remained silent. She feared Simon might look down on her, for he had always been quite proud."Alright, get me out of here first, and then deal with these issues."Kimberly managed to secure Araminta's release. When Araminta finally came out, Matthew chose not to leave."We won't be going back with you. You can go on your own."Araminta stopped in her tracks. "What do you mean by that, Matthew?""I mean that we're not going to care about what's going on here. We're old and can't handle it. I'm taking Winona home."No matter who it was, those who made mistakes had to face consequences. Quinn was right. No one was above the law. There was nothing they could do here."Fine, if you don't care about your own son, there's nothing I can do." Araminta was furious. Nothing had gone smoothly for days."Are you sure you want to go back, Winona? You're really abandoning Maurice?" Araminta knew women were often soft-he
Simon called Kimberly, but the phone just went unanswered.He was about to search for her. After all, she was his fiancée, and he couldn't ignore this issue.However, no matter how hard he tried, he couldn't find her. His frustration grew.After days of sleepless nights, Simon was exhausted and decided to get a coffee.In the café, he saw Kimberly, who was embracing another man. Simon recognized him as Luke, Kimberly's senior.Even if it was her senior, such an embrace was inappropriate."Kimberly, are you really…"Kimberly was trying to persuade Luke to help with the photos. Just as she wanted to answer Luke, she noticed Simon.She was stunned. Wasn't Simon supposed to be at the research institute? What was he doing here?"Kimberly?" Luke asked, but Kimberly quickly pushed him away."I'm sorry, Luke, I have something to do."Seeing Simon turn to leave, Kimberly panicked and chased after him.On the street, she managed to catch up and grasp his arm tightly. She was unwillin
Luna knew how much hope Quinn placed in her, and she didn't want to disappoint her.Meanwhile, Simon never expected to really see Quinn outside of Four Seasons Incorporated.She was wearing a baseball cap and didn't bother with an umbrella under the scorching sun.She wore black pants that covered her shoes, a black tank top, and a black sun jacket. Her entire outfit was dark.But even so, Quinn still turned heads. Her figure was too striking, and even in this casual attire, she was captivating.Simon pulled his car up beside her. "Where are you headed? Let me give you a ride." He was desperate for a few words with her.Simon was well aware of Xandor Group's current situation. Quinn was determined to destroy everything they stood for. She truly hated them.Quinn gave him a sideways glance and wondered if this man ever got a clue."I mean no harm, Quinny. Ever since you came back, I've been wanting to talk to you properly, but I never get the chance.""What is there to talk abo
The Cullinan roared off, leaving Simon in a cloud of exhaust fumes.His frustration was palpable. He wanted to vent, but in the end, he could only kick his own car in anger.Kimberly had been calling him incessantly, so he blocked her number. He felt there was nothing left to discuss.…Inside the Cullinan, the atmosphere was tense. Although Xavier was clearly in a bad mood, he kept his temper in check around Quinn.He knew Simon must be regretting his past actions, but Xavier also understood that Quinn wasn't the type to go back to her exes. Nonetheless, Simon's persistence irritated him.Xavier parked the car by the roadside and took out a cigarette. He tapped it out of the pack and put it between his lips.Quinn took out a lighter and bent down to light it for him. She felt she owed Xavier for Lisa's incident and wondered how she could repay him.Xavier leaned against the car window, smoking. His neck looked particularly attractive, and the movement only added to his allure.
As the high school students almost collided with Quinn, they immediately apologized. They were intimidated by Xavier's imposing presence."Sorry, miss! We didn't mean to. Are you okay?" one of them asked."Yeah, are you alright, miss? We really didn't do it on purpose!" another added.Quinn waved them off. "I'm fine."After a few more apologies, the students finally left.But even after they were gone, Xavier didn't let her go. She raised an eyebrow.Before Quinn could say a word, his kiss came crashing down on her.From the very beginning, he had wanted to kiss her. She always seemed ready to pull away from this relationship at any moment, which frustrated him.This kiss was tinged with a hint of anger, leaving Quinn's lips slightly red.The streets were filled with people, and she disliked being the center of attention.Yet, Xavier's commanding presence deterred any passerby from approaching; they merely looked on with curiosity.Moreover, his tall stature completely shiel
Luna was deeply grateful to Lisa. The latter was truly a wonderful person and didn't deserve such a fate.Luna, who was always polite, left shortly after dinner, after staying a little while.Nadia didn't come for dinner today. With her showcase approaching, she had been extremely busy.Only Quinn and Lisa were left in the villa.Lisa seemed to be feeling better. She was now watching TV in the living room, something she hadn't cared for before.She used to think there were so many important things in life that she didn't have time to waste on television.Yet, this time around, she found watching TV to be quite a pleasant distraction."Mom, I'm planning to hand over Four Seasons Incorporated to Luna. What do you think of her?" Quinn asked.After all, Four Seasons Incorporated was Lisa's hard work, so Quinn wanted to discuss it with her.Lisa thought for a moment before nodding."I think it's a good idea. Luna is a very capable woman. I'd feel reassured with her managing the co
Whoever said women lack desire was wrong. Sometimes, a woman's longing could catch the man off guard.Faced with Quinn's boldness, Xavier found it impossible to resist. His desire for her was burning within him.Since being with her, he'd wanted her constantly, and tonight was no exception.Quinn tilted her head, and Xavier landed a peck on her neck, one of her most alluring features.His kiss felt like a gentle spring breeze as he began softly at her lips.That light touch flipped a switch within her. It sent electric tingles racing through her body. It was as if he wielded some mysterious power. As he glided his lips down her neck, each caress sent shivers coursing through her, making her tremble involuntarily.With each kiss moving lower, her heartbeat quickened. She felt as though she were immersed in a sweet dream, and his kisses were the leading melody of this ethereal experience.From her lips to her neck and then to her chest, each kiss ignited a flame deep within her. She cou
"I can't go to the hospital. I messed with the wrong people," Edison murmured. He remembered Quinn's warning. She was connected to Xavier, and he wouldn't dare provoke him."Who did you mess with?" Frank asked, but Edison brushed him off. "How's it going with the research institute?"At the mention of it, Frank hesitated. Was Quinn really that influential? Could Edison's beating be connected to her?"It's... fine. You should rest, Dad. I have to go study," Frank replied. He dared not mention how Quinn had twisted his arm.Meanwhile, Xavier and Quinn escorted Edgar back to the hospital.Edgar clearly didn't want to stay. "Ms. Quinn, I'd really like to go home. I don't like staying in the hospital." His days in the hospital felt like years dragging by—an experience that was anything but pleasant."Did the doctor say you could go home?" Quinn asked."I'm really fine, Ms. Quinn.""Only when the doctor says so." Quinn ignored his complaints."It's suffocating in here. I need to che
Edison's plump body crashed to the floor with a heavy thud.Quinn stepped on his hand, eliciting a pained scream from him.Edison stared up at her, bewildered. This young lady, who looked like an angel, was surprisingly brutal."Do you know what Edgar looked like when I found him?" Quinn's voice was icy.Edgar was like a younger brother to her, and she wouldn't stand for anyone hurting him.Edison fell silent after realizing he had underestimated her."How do you plan to pay for this, Edison?" Quinn picked up a fork from the table.Edison tried to get up, but with her foot on his hand, he couldn't move at all. "What are you doing? Let me tell you—"Before he could finish his sentence, Quinn drove the fork through his palm. His screams echoed in the room.Edison had never imagined they would dare to act so brazenly in Dudore. As he looked at his bleeding hand, his entire body trembled in fear. "W-What do you want?"The two bodyguards looked pale at the sight. They had never en
Since they were going to take revenge, Quinn had already ensured they knew the Faulkner family's whereabouts.The current head of the Faulkner family, Edison Faulkner, was responsible for what happened to Edgar. He was also Frank's father.Edison had a dinner engagement that night at a high-end clubhouse in Dudore.Though once a prestigious family, the Faulkner family had been struggling in recent years, but Edison was unwilling to accept that decline.He was determined to send Frank to the research institute, hoping that would restore the family's status. Tonight's dinner was meant to entertain higher-ups from the institute.As the glasses clinked and laughter filled the air, the door to the private room swung open unexpectedly.Edison frowned. Who was the blind fool who chose to enter at this hour? He already had people guarding the door."Who is it? I specifically said no one is allowed to enter!" Edison snapped.The higher-ups from the institute also wore grim expressions.
"Kid, you should just go face your punishment," Quinn said, declining."Come on, miss. Help me out here!" the young man pleaded."I can't help you. You can go now."The young man looked disappointed, but since Quinn had clearly rejected him, he had no choice but to leave."That poor guy," Nadia joked.Xavier, however, didn't share her sentiment. "I think Quinny handled it well. If she gave just anyone her number, she'd be in trouble someday."Besides, it wasn't like their game had anything to do with her. Why should she comply?They sat in the bar for over an hour.Quinn had something to attend to, so she took Nadia home first."Where are you going? Do you need my help?" Nadia asked. Although she wasn't good at fighting, she was willing to lend a hand."Just get some rest. It's nothing major. I'll handle it and be back before you know it," Quinn replied."Are you sure you'll be back tonight?" Nadia glanced at Xavier. She knew he couldn't leave her alone."Go home. Just make
"Nada, this fish is delicious. You should try it," Quinn said, passing the dish over.Nadia took a piece and nodded in approval. "This place really has great flavor. We should come here again."With both of them being people who didn't particularly enjoy cooking, they would probably end up eating out frequently."If you like it, I can have them deliver to your house. I'll get the manager to give you a business card later," Xavier offered.This restaurant didn't just have excellent food. The hygiene and service were top-notch as well."Really? I thought such a high-end restaurant wouldn't do deliveries.""They do," Xavier said. It was just a matter of asking anyway.After dinner, Nadia wanted to unwind a bit. Since arriving in Dudore, she hadn't had the chance to visit a bar, and Dudore was known for its nightlife.Now that she was here, she naturally had to experience it for herself."Quinny, are you heading back to the research institute tonight? If not, let's go to a bar for
Lisa's tone was especially gentle. After nearly three months of treatment, her condition had improved significantly.Gradually, she was becoming the serene Lisa she once was.Once the call ended, Quinn gazed out the window, oblivious to the fact that Xavier was still holding her hand.Xavier was holding her hand with one hand and gripping the steering wheel with the other. It wasn't until they reached the restaurant that he finally let go.He dropped Quinn and Nadia at the restaurant entrance while he went to find parking. The parking area was quite far, so he didn't ask them to come along.As he drove off, Quinn and Nadia waited at the entrance."Quinny, it's great to see Lisa coming back to herself," Nadia said with a smile.Although the past five years had been challenging, it was comforting to see everything getting better.Quinn felt a wave of joy as she reflected on Lisa's remarkable recovery. Given how bad Lisa had been before, it brought her immense happiness to see her
Nadia opened the car door and hopped in.Quinn wanted to join her at the back, but she declined. "Just sit in the front. It's a hassle switching around."Xavier smiled at this. Nadia, indeed, knew how to read the situation.She returned his smile.Xavier was a big shot, after all. Of course, she had to be wise."How's the hiring going? Do you need my help?" Quinn turned to Nadia."Don't worry. I've already hired three people. Since Sully is just starting out, I want to take it slow. I don't want to hire too many at once.""Alright, I'll leave it to you, then." Quinn was just the investor. She wouldn't interfere too much with how Nadia chose to run things."By the way, Quinny, how's everything at the research institute? You need to be cautious around those who hurt Edgar," Nadia said with a hint of worry."I know. Don't worry. There's no need to be concerned about them."Nadia shook her head. "Quinny, this is Dudore. You should be careful." People here would do anything for pr
Kimberly was also present. Noticing Simon's concern for Quinn made her fists clench unconsciously.She had her own plans to go out today. Gregory was going to introduce her to a big shot. He was slowly coming to recognize her potential and would provide her with all his resources."Simon, you know I'm not Maurice's daughter. I'm Gregory's daughter. Gregory Thorpe from the Thorpe family of Dudore. You're aware of that, right?" Kimberly spoke with pride.Simon looked into her eyes. "So what?""My dad is introducing me to a big shot today. Do you want to come? If you agree to get back with me now, I'll overlook everything that happened before.""No, thanks. I really don't need that. You go ahead," Simon replied firmly.In the past, it had always been Shania pushing him. Yet deep down, he wanted to stand on his own. It might seem naive, but he wanted to give it a try.Seeing him try to walk away, Kimberly grabbed his hand. "Simon, don't you want to get your mom out soon?"Why was h