Sebastian's gaze landed on Tamara. He leaned down to peck her cheeks before saying, "Yes, I agree."Tamara continued to admire the stars. "Back when I first lost my parents, I thought that was the end of the world. Even though my father wasn't the best out there, he still gave me a home. I lived a comfortable life because of him. And with all the shit I've been through afterward, there are times when I was so close to calling it quits."Sebastian watched over her silently, allowing her to rant her heart out.Tamara let out a sigh and continued, "Thinking back, everything felt like nothing more than a dream. One blink of the eye, and it's now all in the past."Sebastian walked closer and sat on the swing beside hers. "I'll protect your dreams."Tamara paused in contemplation. After a while, she finally turned to him and said, "Well, I guess what I want to say is, thank you for helping me through the darkest part of my life. And thank you for giving me a new home."If it hadn't bee
The night was cool, and the room was awash with moonlight streaming through the window, creating an otherworldly ambiance. Joseph's face contorted with a deep frown, his eyes firmly shut, as if ensnared in the clutches of a harrowing nightmare.In the dream.Margot's long, wavy hair danced playfully in the wind, her face bloomed with a radiant smile, and her eyes carried a hint of serene laziness and contented glow."Margot?" Joseph stared at her in shock. "You're awake?"Margot flipped her long hair and turned towards him. She sighed helplessly. "Joseph, you know I love Benjamin. Why won't you give up?"Joseph's face fell, but he swiftly regained his composure and asked, "What does your love for Benjamin have to do with my love for you?"Margot was stunned. She was not expecting such a response from him. A smile graced her lips as she spoke, "You're right. There's no correlation. But a word of advice, enough of your staring. I am now living a fulfilling life. Benjamin and I have
"Come in," Sebastian's voice resonated, devoid of any emotion.The door to the office opened, and Helena walked in tentatively.Making her approach towards where Sebastian was seated, Helena called out, "Seb," her eyes scanning his expression with careful observation. "What is it?" Surprise flashed across Sebastian's eyes when he saw it was Helena, but it disappeared just as quickly."Seb, I want to go abroad, but my father won't let me. Please help me," Helena spoke bluntly."Why do you want to go abroad?" Sebastian furrowed his brows at her.Something flashed across Helena's eyes as she said, "I ... I just want to go out and have some fun."Sebastian observed her nervousness. He seemed to have figured out what was going on. He hummed in acknowledgment and said, "Very well, I'll have Jerome escort you to the airport."Helena's eyes lit up at his words. "Thank you, Seb!"However, Sebastian warned coldly, "But there must be a bodyguard by your side at all times.""That's not
"Why are you here, Anthony?" Helena's eyes widened in surprise as she locked her gaze on Anthony.She couldn't believe that he had also boarded the plane. She wondered if he intended to stalk her. Anthony's gaze landed on her face, and his previous grim expression dissipated, giving way to an air of indifference. "I'm headed to the same destination," he declared matter-of-factly. The corners of Helena's mouth twitched, and she couldn't help but let out a sarcastic remark. "Please don't tell me this is just a coincidence that you happen to be on the same flight as me. What's next? Are you going to coincidentally visit the same cities as me? Maybe even staying at the same hotel?"Anthony fell into silence, feeling his palm grow moist with sweat. Helena had seen right through him. However, he was not going to give up."I'm going there for work," Anthony murmured, his gaze lowered. "I won't bother you if you don't want me to."Helena's heart tingled as she looked at Anthony's cold
"I'm not one for jokes, sweetheart. I might get mad. And you don't want to see me mad." The man's eyes raked over Helena's body, and a sleazy grin slid across his face.Helena's face darkened at the realization. She threw the cup of alcohol at the man's face. "Fuck off! How dare you touch me? I'll cut off your hand if you do it again!"She was just messing around. She never once thought the man would take it as an invitation to touch her. She wasn't going to let this slide.Alcohol dripped down the man's face, and he grew furious. "Don't fucking push your luck, bitch! You should be proud that I decided to entertain you! Fucking apologize now, or I'll kill you!"Helena narrowed her eyes at the proud man. She snorted, "You? Kill me?"She couldn't make her mockery clearer.The man's face fell. He stomped closer, his hand drawing back in preparation to strike Helena with a slap.However, Helena dodged the man's attempt and kicked his leg!The man groaned in pain and narrowed his ey
When Helena saw the figure, her brows knitted tightly together. She suddenly had a thought and turned back to Solomon. "My friend, can you do me a favor?"Solomon gave her a puzzled look. "What?"Helena smiled, feeling a little embarrassed. "Are you free the next few days? Can you act like my boyfriend? I'll pay you."Solomon cocked a brow at her words. He was not expecting such a proposal. He muttered apologetically, "I'm afraid I can't. I'm very busy with work."Helena sighed in disappointment. "Alright then."Solomon briefly glanced behind her, and a flicker passed through his eyes. "But I can help you during my off hours, like now," he offered.Helena's eyes instantly lit up. "Really? That would be great! Do I pay you at an hourly rate?"Solomon hummed in acknowledgment and said, "Yes."Helena was relieved that Solomon did not refuse. She was afraid that he would not want the money. It would be troublesome if that were to happen."Let me introduce myself. I'm Helena Moore.
Anthony pressed himself up against Helena's body. His hot breath fanned across her face. "Hellie, I don't want to break up ..."Helena's face darkened. "Anthony, do you want me to say it out loud? Where's your dignity?"Anthony snickered. "Dignity?"Helena's heart trembled. A bitter feeling washed over her, and she shut her eyes tightly. "Let go of me, Anthony."Anthony shook his head, saying, "No. If I let go, you'll be gone."Helena felt a bit helpless, "This is my room. Where else can I go?"Anthony hesitated for a moment before releasing Helena. But he continued to hold her hand as if he was afraid she would leave.Helena turned around and saw how red Anthony's cheeks were. She frowned at him. "I don't talk to drunk people. We'll talk when you're sober."With that, she tried to pull her arm back from Anthony. But Anthony was too strong and had an iron grip on her, so Helena's effort was futile.Helena seethed through her teeth, "Anthony!""I can't let go. If I do, you wil
However, a figure suddenly appeared at the door when Helena entered the shower.The door of the hotel's shower was made from frosted glass, allowing a blurred silhouette to be visible from the other side. Helena's eyes widened, and she immediately yelled, "Anthony! You are not allowed to come in!"Anthony halted in front of the door, pausing for a moment before eventually turning away and walking off.Helena breathed a sigh of relief at this. She was afraid Anthony might barge in. If he really wanted to, the door was no match for him.Helena relaxed and started showering.The sound of water drowned out the noises from outside. Helena had her back to the door and was lathering shower gel on her body. She suddenly sensed something and turned around. She immediately saw Anthony standing by the door, staring at her directly.Helena screamed and tried to find something to wrap herself in. Alas, the bath towel was at the door!"Anthony! Get out!" Helena's face turned red as she loo