That sentence alone was enough to spread a chill across Yasmin's body. She looked over at Blake as he repeated the same words, "Go back with me."Yasmin took a deep breath. Then, she said to Ivan, "Rest well, Ivo. I'll visit you again tomorrow.""Alright." Ivan remained composed and gave her a gentle smile.Yasmin then followed behind Blake as they exited the ward.She was surprised that Blake would use her father to threaten her. And at the same time, she was also disappointed—as long as her dad was in prison, she would be shackled.After getting into the car, they left the hospital.No one spoke on their journey back. Yasmin refused to say anything and merely leaned against the car window with her eyes shut. As they arrived at Newphoria Bay, Mary came out to greet them, "Welcome back, Mr. and Mrs. Ford. Dinner is ready. Please help yourself while it's still warm."But Blake didn't respond to her and merely walked toward the dining room.Yasmin, on the other hand, didn
Yasmin shook her head and said, "No, Ivo got hurt because of me. I want to go and take care of him."After all, Ivan's mother was her mother's best friend. She wanted to find out more about her mother from Ivan.Blake frowned deeply. "I said you're not allowed to go.""But I want to go." Yasmin insisted.Blake scoffed. "Looks like you're determined to make me jealous, aren't you?"He had already told her that Ivan had hidden motives. Yet, Yasmin not only refused to listen to him, but now she wanted to get closer with Ivan too?Yasmin had no explanation for Blake, so she simply ignored him and jerked her head away.Blake then fiercely pinched her chin. His gaze turned dangerous as he said darkly, "If you go, your father will never come out of prison."After saying this, he let go of her and strode out of the room.Yasmin's chin hurt. She touched her chin with an obstinate expression on her face.Today's incident made her realize that she couldn't always follow whatever Blake
Blake's rough hands forcefully brushed against Yasmin's fair skin.Yasmin's eyebrows scrunched up in pain. "Blake, let go of me."But Blake stuck himself to her, as hot as a furnace, and wildly bit her neck.Yasmin was bitten until she was trembling all over, and red and purple marks had appeared on her skin. Despite struggling with all her might, she was powerless against him.Meanwhile, Blake was still in his loungewear. He had one hand encircling Yasmin's slim waist, while the other hand was caressing her body. Yasmin was shivering, and her face was as red as a tomato. But her trembling only served to stimulate Blake even more, causing him to tightly clutch her waist and work his hands down her waist.As Yasmin lay on the bed under the moonlight, she looked slender and beautiful, and her skin was as white as snow. Her red-rimmed eyes also added a certain charm and allure that could draw any man's attention.…The sky slowly brightened as dawn approached.However, Blake w
Roxy turned and glanced at Ivan, who was already fussing over Yasmin."Yasmin, come here. Don't get too close to her," he said.But Yasmin wasn't afraid of Roxy. She looked up and coldly glared at her. "Roxy Ford, if you dare hit me here, I will call the police on you for violence."Suddenly, Roxy felt a surge of hatred toward them. She said to Ivan, "Ivan, how can you treat me like this? My mother told me this morning that the Ford family wants to form a marriage alliance with the Burke family. We need to choose an engagement date!" Upon hearing this, Ivan's handsome face hardened. "I never agreed to that.""Do you have any say in this? Will a family as big as the Burkes allow you to marry a second-hand woman like Yasmin?"Roxy pointed at Yasmin and said haughtily, "Yasmin Starr, if you had any sense in you, stay away from Ivan. Our two families will soon be joined in a marriage alliance and Ivan will soon be my fiancé. "If you keep getting close to him, don't blame me for
If Ivan married Roxy, he would lose the chance to compete with Isaac because Roxy had no real influence. Thus, Isaac would definitely want them to go on with the marriage.Ivan had a premonition about all this. Hence, he needed to figure out how to break off this engagement. He couldn't do it too abruptly, or else Isaac would suspect him. So, he would do it in secret. …Yasmin had driven to the hospital, so she went to the ground floor where her car was parked."Where are you going?" Blake asked coldly and grabbed her hand.Yasmin glanced at him. "Coming to the hospital to cause trouble for me in broad daylight? You're pathetic.""How did I cause trouble for you? Explain."Yasmin said, "I don't want to talk to you. I'm leaving. Let go of my hand.""You're mad at me because I didn't allow you to come and visit Ivan at the hospital?" Blake questioned her coldly. Yasmin wanted to deny it. She hated how Blake was here at the hospital accusing her of flirting with someone
Yasmin looked at a few messages and became upset at how she was being cursed with hurtful words. She put her phone face-down on the table, not wanting to look at it anymore.Suddenly, a commotion was heard from outside the large building.Eunice went to the window to investigate the source of the noise and saw Giselle's fans gathered outside.They were holding banners and calling Yasmin a mistress, demanding her to come out to apologize.Eunice frowned and said, "Yaz, don't go out. A mad mob of Giselle's fans are outside."Yasmin frowned.How did it become like this? Who had uploaded the video? Just then, the commotion outside grew louder. Some fans then rushed into the building, and the mad mob burst in.Eunice paled. She told Yasmin before running downstairs, "Yaz, they've burst into the building. Don't come down. I'll go and lock the studio door."Eunice then ran to the entrance. But before she could lock the door, some fans had already rushed in and surrounded the e
"The mistress is here! Everyone, get her!" Giselle's fans yelled when they saw Yasmin.Yasmin couldn't block the door anymore, and a slit appeared in between the two doors.One of the fans reached in and grabbed Yasmin's hair. "You whore! Get out here!"Yasmin felt the pain tugging her head. Yet, with an unexplainable surge of strength, she stepped forward and pushed the door shut with all her might. As a result, the fan's arm got caught in between the doors. "Ah!" She cried out in agony and backed away.Meanwhile, the rest of the people were in a frenzy too. "You bitch! You're the mistress, yet you have the audacity to hit other people? Everyone, let's get that mistress!" The mad mob rushed at the door and forced it open again.Yasmin and Eunice were thrown back a few steps.Eunice wanted to protect Yasmin, but she was no match for the crowd. Someone then pulled her to the back as the fans surrounded Yasmin."Hah! You mistress! You finally came out to face us!" The cr
The one who had spoken was the girl who had grabbed Yasmin's hair.Blake coldly shot her an intimidating gaze and said, "You're the one who pulled her hair just now, aren't you?"Blake had seen it happen through the live stream.The girl was shocked and explained, "I was avenging Giselle.""Who are you to avenge Giselle?"The girl choked up, unable to give him an answer. She wasn't Giselle's friend. And aside from being her fan, she had no connection to Giselle.Blake turned and told the head policeman, "These people have all committed the crime of hooliganism. Officer Jenkins, please bring them to the police station. No compromise."Upon hearing that, the fans were stunned, shocked, and frightened.They were all 18 to 19-year-old students, and they had charged at Yasmin to avenge Giselle. So, how had they ended up committing a crime?"Mr. Ford. Are you mistaken? We came on your girlfriend, Giselle's, behalf. This woman pushed her down while she's pregnant. Don't you feel sorr
Pamela thought that Yasmin's voice sounded strange, but since Yasmin was an important client, she didn't dare offend her.Politely, she replied, "It's okay. Please take your time.""Alright, please leave for now. I'll look for you once I'm finished here," Yasmin said in a strained voice."Okay." Pamela left soon after.Once she was gone, Yasmin awkwardly tapped Blake's shoulder. "Alright, stop it. You almost got us caught just now."Blake was now satisfied. A man who had been sated was no longer as surly. He became shockingly gentle, wrapping his arms around her waist and saying, "Join me for dinner later.""Okay," Yasmin weakly agreed. "Please let me go now."Blake finally released his hold on her. Yasmin's legs felt like jelly, and she nearly stumbled as soon as he let go.He steadied her and looked down at the torn train of the wedding dress. The front, however, still looked fine. He smiled and said, "You still look beautiful in the wedding dress."Yasmin glanced at the mir
Blake didn't respond, choosing instead to stare at Yasmin. She had just removed the tiara, letting her long hair cascade over her left shoulder. This brought attention to her fair skin and made her appear as if she was an otherworldly beauty.No wonder Ivan had been mesmerized earlier. A woman in a wedding dress truly possessed a sacred kind of elegance.Blake's gaze traveled down to her chest. She looked exquisite, but something was missing—the ring. His face darkened as he asked, "Where's the ring?""I took it off when I was trying on the wedding dress. I put it in my bag," Yasmin replied. She turned around to retrieve it for him.Maybe it was the way the wedding dress hugged her slender figure, or the graceful way she bent down to pick up the ring, her hips subtly lifting. Either way, the movement exuded an undeniable allure.Blake suddenly felt an overwhelming urge rise from within him. He walked up behind her and placed his hands on her waist as if possessed.Yasmin froze
Ivan sneered in response. "Oh? Do you want to come over and have a drink at the wedding?""There's no need for a wedding toast, but I'll send you a nice little gift soon. You've had Lizzie abducted, and I haven't settled that score yet." Blake's tone was cold and menacing.Still, Ivan wasn't afraid. He took a couple of steps forward, smirking as he said, "Feel free to try—but you should think it through. You have more loved ones than I do. "Besides your mother and Lizzie, there's also your grandmother. I could blow up your mother's hospital today, kidnap Lizzie tomorrow, and have your grandmother killed the day after."Blake's cold laughter came through the phone. "Is that so? Well then, I guess I need to send you a big gift today."The two men continued their exchange from a distance. Yasmin, who was unable to hear the conversation clearly, was trembling with fear. She was terrified of what they might be discussing.It was at this moment when Wendy hurried in from outside. She
Yasmin stepped into the fitting room and changed into the wedding dress. When she emerged, her long hair was elegantly pinned up, and her red lips were vibrant. It made her look breathtakingly beautiful.Ivan saw her and was momentarily stunned. His gaze was unwavering as he stared wide-eyed. Then, he caught himself and smiled. "Yasmin, you look stunning."She gave a slight smile in response, adding to her allure.Ivan was almost entranced. He picked up a crystal-encrusted tiara from nearby and placed it on her head. She glanced upward, her eyes sparkling as she stood there in the white wedding dress. She looked absolutely mesmerizing, and Ivan couldn't take his eyes off her.Meanwhile, Blake watched from across the street with a growing sense of jealousy. The sight of them together made him smirk cynically. Unable to contain himself, he pulled out his phone and called Yasmin.He didn't want to see them looking so perfect together. It irritated him to no end.When Yasmin's ph
Yasmin's heart ached as she listened, her eyes reddening. "You're doing great, Trist. If Mom were with you right now, I'd definitely give you a big hug."Tristan mumbled, "Mom, stop acting like it's the end of the world. You sound so sentimental. I'm doing just fine here. I've got friends to play with and plenty of household staff members to look after me. "You just take care of yourself in Merania, and do whatever you need to do. Once you're in Rimmervale, we'll see each other again."Yasmin nodded. "Yes, we'll see each other very soon."Just then, the door swung open, and there Ivan stood in the doorway. Yasmin jumped in surprise and instinctively ended the video call."Why are you crying?" Ivan asked, noticing her red eyes.Yasmin wiped her tears and smiled. "It's nothing. I just miss Trist."Ivan understood that being a mother made Yasmin emotional whenever she thought about her child. He then asked, "By the way, how was Trist's winter camp? When is he coming back?"Feelin
Yasmin huffed in exasperation. "I just stole his proposal a few days ago, and now he's starting to get suspicious. If I tell him I don't want to take wedding photos, he'll be on to me for sure. If he gets suspicious, my plan will be completely ruined."Blake remained silent on the other end of the line.Yasmin sighed and continued, "It's really not a big deal. This is the last thing I need to do with him. The wedding is in seven days—it'll all be over by then.""When are the wedding photos being taken?" Blake asked.Yasmin hesitated before answering, "Didn't I already tell you? The day after tomorrow, in the afternoon."Blake only replied with a simple, "It's late. Go to sleep." Then, he ended the call.Yasmin could tell he was not all too pleased, but she really didn't want to stir up more trouble than necessary. There were just seven more days to go—Yasmin wanted to get through the final spurt safely and smoothly.…On the day of the wedding dress fitting, Yasmin was having b
Yasmin had no idea what Ivan would do to her if he learned the truth. She feared that if she angered him, he might lock her up somewhere no one would ever find her."I did that because my grandma suggested it to me," Yasmin explained."Your grandma knows about all of this?" Blake asked."Of course. Do you think someone as sharp as her wouldn't notice that every time you visited, we disappeared for hours? She figured it out a long time ago and asked me what was going on between us.""So, you told her everything about us?""Yes, she knows we've reconciled. I even planted a listening device on Ivan. We're hoping to acquire evidence of his illegal activities." Yasmin nodded as she spoke."Did your grandma suggest that to you too?"Yasmin replied briefly, "Yes."Blake let out a soft laugh. "Your grandma is quite the master of strategies.""She really is," Yasmin agreed with a smile. But seconds later, her expression grew serious. "Blake, there's something I need to tell you.""Wha
Yasmin's face turned pale as she realized the extent of the surveillance at the Burke residence."Can the surveillance footage from the study be deleted?" Yasmin asked at the time.The housekeeper shook her head. "It can't be deleted. The surveillance is linked to Mr. Burke's computer. His computer is password-protected, and only he has access to it."Yasmin's heart sank at the news. She knew that once Blake made his move to sabotage Ivan's project, Ivan would inevitably discover that she was involved.Hence, she had already discussed a plan with Imogen to handle the situation. Although the process had been nerve-wracking, everything had gone smoothly. Ivan seemed to believe her explanation.With the project now in jeopardy, Ivan would likely need additional funding, which meant it was unlikely that he would call off the engagement. Yasmin assured herself that Ivan wouldn't do anything drastic to her—not when he needed money from Sander International.After seeing Ivan off, Yasmi
Ivan gently touched Yasmin's face and said softly, "Forget it. Four years ago, you did wrong by him. It's understandable that he threatened you. But don't worry, I've already forced him back to Stanton City."Soon, I'll deal with everyone who has wronged you. I'll make him miserable and ensure he has no time to harass you."Yasmin stared at him in surprise. "Ivo, what are you going to do to those people?""I won't let a single person who hurt you get away with it. However they treated you, I'll make sure they experience the same," Ivan said, his eyes dark with resolve.Yasmin took a deep breath, unable to find the right words.Ivan seemed to realize that his current expression was too grim. He softened his demeanor and asked with a forced smile, "Let me see what you bought for me."Yasmin quickly snapped back to attention and began showing him the gifts she had purchased. Since she had never bought him anything before, Ivan looked somewhat dazed as he looked at the gifts.He pic