"No, Vivian won't give it to me." A look of pure hatred flashed across Aria's face. "Vivian is cunning. There's no way she will pass me the treasure. According to the rules of the Richards family, a special ceremony should be held during my wedding and Vivian would pass me the Ocean Heart then. However, I have already asked Marissa yesterday. Marissa said that Vivian would not be joining our wedding due to her poor health. Marissa would be in charge of everything. There was nothing regarding a special ceremony on the itinerary." Minnie was startled and didn't know what to say. "Ms. McAdams, since you are going to marry Hansen, if there really is such a piece of jewelry, Vivian will eventually give it to you once you give birth to her grandson. There's no need to rush," Minnie reassured her. "What do you know!" Aria gave her a cold-eyed stare. "If I want to gain authority in the Richards family, I must have the Ocean Heart. It's a norm for men to have affairs after mar
Aria sighed. He did not know who she was referring to. Hence, she put on a sweet smile and said, "Donald, don't flatter me. I know a woman who is more important than me in A city. Donald, you are handsome and remarkable. You two will look good together. Why don't I introduce her to you? You guys will make a perfect couple." Donald didn't have a girlfriend. He was interested when he heard her suggestion. The person must be remarkable if she could be praised by Aria. He chuckled. "Miss McAdams, I'll be more than happy to meet her. However, may I know who is she? Who could be more important than you?" Aria glanced up at him with a mischievous smile. "Donald, I'm not lying to you. She is really one of a kind. It depends whether you have the guts to court her." After all, Donald was a man. Hearing her tease, he smiled and said, "I'm willing to take up the challenge." "Well, since you are sincere, I will tell you who she is. Once you succeed, just remember to tr
"Jenna, cheer up, all right?" Hansen was near begging. He thought she was venting her frustration at him by refusing to eat and ignoring him. Hence, he was in distress. "Hansen, you shouldn't be here. Go and accompany Aria. You guys are about to get married," Jenna stared out of the window and said with an air of indifference. "Jenna, I already told you that I will not marry her. You are my wife. Once you have recovered, I will bring you to another country immediately. We will marry and live the life we want," Hansen stated solemnly. There was determination in his eyes. Jenna was amused by what he said. Wasn't he cunning and sharp? Why was he so childish when it came to relationships? It seemed that Vivian's concerns were valid. He was loyal and cherished her from the bottom of his heart just as she thought. She appreciated it, but... "Hansen, don't be na?ve, all right? We can leave anytime but what will happen to Richards Group in A City? You are a
At the 88th floor of International Kinsey Center, Hansen drank vigorously, one glass after another. He became drunk and slumped on the ground. Thoughts of Jenna and Rayan flashed through his mind. He was heartbroken and could only rely on alcohol to numb his emotional pain. He believed that he would never fall in love again. He was so drunk that he remained sprawled on the floor for the entire night. As a result, he fell ill the next morning. His condition was severe, and he was admitted to the hospital. It was the first time he experienced something like this. He remained unconscious with a high fever and kept mumbling nonsense. "What happened? How did he fall ill?" Marissa dashed to the hospital upon receiving the news and questioned Jose who was Hansen's assistant. "Madam Marissa, we have no idea what happened. This morning when the secretary went to find Mr. Richards in his office to sign a document, she found him sprawled out on the
"Uncle Richards, you have to believe me. I never had any ulterior motives. Besides, Hansen and I have gotten a divorce. I would never disgrace the family again. Soon, I will leave A City forever and you don't need to be concerned about me anymore. Please wake up soon so that I can leave in peace. I admit that I joined Richards Group for my father's sake but you can't blame me for that. He is my beloved dad and it was a miserable death. I cannot just sit back and do nothing," Jenna said in exasperation as tears streamed down her cheeks. Three years ago when she regained consciousness unexpectedly, she saw that Trevor had fainted in the room. She was completely startled as many people dashed into the room. However, the day before he fainted, Jenna met him at Green Jade Garden. He was practicing martial arts with his subordinates. She greeted him tentatively upon seeing him. To her surprise, Trevor glanced in her direction and said lightly, "Jenna, after breakfast tomorr
Jenna's heart sank. She thought of the day before when she left Hansen, holding Rayan's arm. She remembered his expression. Her instincts told her that he had fallen ill because of her. With this thought, her heart started aching as she stood rooted to the ground. Should she visit him? He was just downstairs. Jenna recalled the times when Hansen injured his bottom just a few days ago. They had resolved all their misunderstandings and weren't shy to show their affection towards one another in public. However, everything changed within these few days. It was impossible to resolve the issues between them. There was no other way. Besides, he would never forgive her for the betrayal. This time, it was completely over! She should just leave. However, without realizing it, she headed downstairs. Just one glance. One glance would suffice. She would leave right after. Jenna made a promise to herself. They were once madly in love
The snow was coming down in big, heavy flakes. The weather forecast announced that there the weather would be genial the next day but it seemed that they were wrong. It was so cold in A City! Jenna was holding a red umbrella as she strode out of the hospital. Her mother and Trevor were taken care of. She could finally relax. She discovered the truth behind her dad's death and had decided to forgive Norton. There was no reason for her to stay anymore. After attending the New Year's Banquet at Richards Manor, she could finally leave A City. Hansen's wedding with Aria was just around the corner and she could foresee his bright future ahead once she was gone. She heaved a sigh of relief. Nevertheless, she was crestfallen. She stroked her belly gently. From this moment onwards, she would only have her child. This was her flesh and blood. Her only child. Nothing could change the fact. "Thank you for accompanying me, my dear ba
"Jen." Just as Jenna entered through the gate, she saw Rayan standing right in front of her. He was wearing a woolen knee-length trench coat, and his tall, big figure blocked the wind and snow from reaching her. A warm, gentle smile hung across his handsome face. "Rayan." Jenna was speechless for a while, did he see and hear everything that had happened just now? There was a large gate in between, but he wasn't very far away. She stood in confusion, with a red umbrella in her freezing hand. Her cheeks were flushed from the cold wind as well. "I'm here to take you home," he said as if he could read her mind, generously and naturally. Jenna smiled and nodded. Rayan took her umbrella and held it over her head, while looking at her with his shining gaze. What is this woman made of, why is she so resilient? She was already so weak from all that she's been through, yet she was still thinking of protecting others? How kind must she be to be able to do