Raeleigh tilted her head, her thoughts clicking into place, knowing he was worried. Then she patted him with her good hand. "I'm fine; I just had something to deal with that I can't tell you." Callis did not let go and kept hugging her. The others in the house kept their gaze at the two. Amused, Raeleigh said, "What are you doing, hmm? I'm fine, aren't I?" He bent down, picked Raeleigh up, and took her to her room. As he passed by Novalie's door, he took a gander at it before continuing to Raeleigh's room. He pushed the door open and put her on the bed. Callis tucked her in and placed his hand over Raeleigh's eyes, motioning for her to sleep. Raeleigh breathed a laugh, touched by his care. She held up her hand and tried to pull his hand down, only to fail. He was too stubborn! Defeated, she let go and said, "Alright, I'll take a nap." It didn't take long for Raeleigh to fall asleep. After she did, Callis slowly took his hand away and got up, wa
Callis continued savoring the steak on the plate. The taste, flavor, and doneness of the meat were perfect, just how he liked it. Xanthus stood up and fixed his gaze on him. "Leave. Now." Callis lowered his head and continued to eat, unconcerned. Frustrated, Xanthus sent someone in to haul Callis away. But when the servant saw Callis's imposing gaze, he didn't dare to come close. Xanthus himself was not a fan of physical aggression. Who born with a silver spoon would ever resort to such unpolished behavior? They entered a stalemate until Callis finished his meal, placed the napkin on the table, cleaned his mouth, and headed upstairs. Xanthus stood rooted with his arms akimbo. Hopeless of the situation, he asked the servant to leave for now. After he left, Xanthus sat motionless on the sofa for a long time. It was already afternoon when Xanthus went to check on Novalie before leaving the house. Seeing Xanthus getting into his car, Jared fo
However, Jared never reciprocated her love despite her many confessions. She had given up now and would never bother Jared again. Cynthia stared strangely at Jared. What was he doing here? Jared's gaze was like a knife that could penetrate one's heart, staring straight at her. She genuinely looked ordinary. If she were half as good-looking as that woman, he would gladly accept her. Sadly... She wouldn't even get the chance. Jared looked at her for a while and said, "You got back with Xanthus?" Stumped, Cynthia was baffled at his words. "No, why?" She wasn't afraid he would get the wrong idea. She no longer cared when her confessions led her love nowhere. She never took her love life too seriously. Having a partner or not, she'd still have to live her life, wouldn't she? But Jared's sudden question stumped her. "Since you've broken up with him and have no intention of getting back together, why drag him into your business
Perhaps this was the state when the love could not be salvaged. It was even a burden to live, so live like the walking dead. Jepherson asked, "Is my daughter pretty?" Jolted back to his senses, Xanthus said in amusement, "You should ask the woman who will birth your child. You're asking the wrong person." Jepherson was still dressed like Callis, but he had peeled off the synthetic skin and trimmed his hair. The Jepherson at present looked no different from Callis. But once he restored his original appearance, everything was different, even the atmosphere. Xanthus had no idea of what Jepherson was trying this time. If it was to get close to Raeleigh this time, then he would have been well prepared long ago. If that was the case, then what in the world was he planning? To have Raeleigh back in his arms or something else? How could someone plan so far ahead? "How I wish to take a look at my daughter, even in my dreams." Jepherson said
Trevor opened his eyes and looked at his wife, who was looking pale, staring into space. He then got up and headed inside, saying, "From now on, we'll live separately. The rooms are all ready. Since you prefer space, you can have the bigger room while I take the smaller one on the side." "Reese will take care of you. Since I no longer have a place in your heart and the warmth is gone, let's go our separate ways." Trevor returned to his room and sorted his belongings out, not waiting for Marissa to follow him. Standing outside, Marissa chuckled foolishly as she continued to space out. "You think you can scare me like this? You underestimate me, Trevor. I won't let Raeleigh off that easily." Looking at Marissa, who was too deep in her head, from his room, his heart still softened as he reminisced about their younger years. But they would never leave this place if leaving would only bring others harm. ...... With Trevor's departure, the whole of R
Rayan turned to look at his retreating daughter, filled with mixed emotions. She was slowly acting more like a grown-up, but he truly wished she could stay a child forever. She had become wiser. How surprising! Dinner was ready when Jacky returned. He came in carrying a briefcase containing confidential documents, which he placed on the console table out in the open. Despite how the Whalen family treated him, he had never guarded against them. "Dad." He greeted Rayan as soon as he entered, but Rayan never acknowledged the address; he would never acknowledge it as long as they weren't married, which Rayan would never agree to. He continued watching the television and only spared Jacky a glance. The twins looked over at Rayan; they didn't know what was going on, but Jacky didn't care. He went to hug his sons and kiss them, "Did you two behave today?" "Yes, Daddy." "Good, let's take a shower, hmm?" Jacky put his sons down and headed upstairs
Not responding to Xanthus, Callis took Raeleigh's hand and led her inside. Looking over her shoulder, Raeleigh thought Xanthus was behaving weirdly, so she asked what was up with him. Xanthus told Callis to explain himself. "Explain what?" Raeleigh asked. Carrying Raeleigh's luggage in one hand and her hand in the other, he led her into the house, never saying a word. As soon as they were inside, Callis took her injured hand and scrutinized it. Raeleigh raised it and comforted him, "I still can't move it as I wish. But don't worry; it's okay now. I can go back to designing in three years." Callis's face paled, and he let go of her hand, hearing her words. Seeing his reaction, Raeleigh asked what was up and if something had happened at home while she was away. But Callis continued to play the mute he was, never speaking. Before she could press him for an explanation, Xanthus came back in, and she stopped asking. As the three sat in the living room, Raeleigh
"Callis." Raeleigh nudged him, rousting him out of bed, but he did not wake up. He opened his eyes a slit and succumbed to sleep again. She hadn't a clue when he slept next to her, but she looked over at the photo on the wall. All for a picture? She got out of bed and gave the photo to him. "Here, take it. I'll go to your room when I want to have a look. What do you say?" Callis opened his eyes and latched his gaze on Raeleigh. He seemed glad about the arrangement and took it from her. Raeleigh breathed a sigh of relief and pulled him out of bed. "Go back to your room. Remember not to tell anyone that you slept here." Callis checked the time; it was five in the morning. Carrying the photo, he returned to his room downstairs. After entering his room, Callis did not come out the entire day, not even for work. The servants brought it up with Raeleigh and asked if they should call for him. Raeleigh dismissed them and went to relieve his