The atmosphere in the living room tensed at Tamara's words.Joseph widened his eyes in shock while Jonathan's expression turned ugly.Cheryl pointed an accusing finger at Jayden, but she couldn't find the right words to say. Jayden's actions had angered everyone.Jayden stood up without warning. "I'm going to find her."He headed straight for the door.The others exchanged looks, not knowing what to do. Should they stop him? Could they even stop him? But if they didn't, who knew what outrageous things Jayden would do?They were caught in a dilemma, unsure of how to handle the situation.It was pitch black outside when Jayden left the manor. Dark clouds covered the sky, and not a single star was in sight. Jayden took out his phone and made a call. "Bring Nathan to me."…The next day. Camilla was up early. Despite being at home, Camilla still found herself unable to be at peace. Anxiousness ate at her, and she felt something bad was about to happen. When Camilla e
Inside the hospital.Camilla arrived at Simon's ward and saw bodyguards guarding the entrance. One of the bodyguards immediately stopped her when she stepped closer."Please tell him Camilla's here," Camilla said calmly.One of the bodyguards went inside and returned shortly after. "You may enter."Camilla nodded and entered the ward. It was a VIP ward. There was a couch right at the entrance, while the bed was further inside. Simon lay on the bed with a pale look on his handsome face."You're here." Simon tried to prop himself up when he saw her."Just lie down and stay still." Camilla furrowed her brows and pushed him down gently. She sat down beside the bed. "Sorry.""What are you apologizing for?" Simon smiled. "You weren't the one who hurt me."Camilla argued, "But you were hurt because of me. You wouldn't have been hurt if I hadn't sought your help.""This is nothing." Simon shrugged. "It's normal for a man to have a few scars."Camilla didn't know how to react to his
Camilla had a cold personality. She had never shown vulnerability and affection to anyone, not even a friend like Kylie.Kylie froze for a moment, but she quickly returned the hug."Thank you, Kylie," Camilla muttered sincerely. Kylie genuinely cared for her.Kylie smiled. "Why are you thanking me? Send me your location after you've settled down. I'll visit you once Simon gets discharged.""Sure." Camilla nodded. "Both of you should come together. Maybe as a detour during your honeymoon trip.""Oh, come on!" Kylie blushed and let go of her. "I have to go now." With that, Camilla turned and left.Kylie waited until Camilla entered the lift before going back inside the ward.Nathan and Simon were staying at the same hospital. Camilla took the elevator down two floors and arrived at Nathan's floor.Upon reaching Nathan's ward, Camilla found the housekeeper cleaning it up. Nathan was nowhere to be found.Camilla furrowed her brows. "Excuse me, where is the patient?"The houseke
Camilla stood at the manor's entrance for a long time. Suddenly, Jayden emerged from the inside. Jayden wore his usual gold-rimmed glasses. His short hair was a mess, and he looked weary. Jayden had changed drastically in just one day. His eyes were bloodshot as he stared at her. "You're back."Camilla slapped Jayden across the face, and the sound echoed through the silent manor. Jayden's head snapped to the side. Yet instead of getting angry, he smiled. "Let's go home."Jayden grabbed Camilla's hand and walked toward the manor.Camilla glared at him coldly. That one slap was not enough to quell her anger."Where's Nathan? I want to see him," Camilla hissed coldly.Jayden hummed, "A lot happened today. I'll take you to him tomorrow once everything settles down."Camilla insisted, "I want to see him now."Jayden gave her a gentle look. "Camilla, you have to listen to me."Camilla turned pale. Had she lost her right to speak?Was she doomed to become his puppet on a stri
At the Bass Manor. Jackie anxiously awaited Camilla's return. As he paced around the living room, he suddenly received a message from Camilla. "Mom, Dad, Nathan is still in Jayden's hands. I can't bear the thought of Jayden hurting him. That's why I'm going to meet Jayden. Don't worry about me. At least he hasn't hurt me yet."Jackie's expression turned ugly. "That asshole!""What's wrong?" Jenna was coming out of the room when she heard Jackie swearing. She was curious about what made him angry. Jackie handed the phone to Jenna. "Have a look at this."After reading the message, Jenna panicked. "How could this happen? What should we do now? Jayden Moore! That bastard! What does he want?"Jackie's face grew grim.Just then, Ronan and Noah arrived."What's wrong, Aunt Jenna, Uncle Jackie?" Ronan saw their troubled expressions and asked in confusion.Noah also gave them a concerned look.Jenna held back her tears. "Why is my daughter's life so miserable?"She told the two
However, the thought was quickly dismissed by Camilla. She couldn't harm Jayden. She could never bring herself to do it.Camilla closed her eyes and turned away. She decided to take a stroll in the courtyard.The morning breeze was refreshing, and a faint mist surrounded them. It only began to disperse under the rays of sunlight. Camilla took a deep breath and felt alive again.Jayden finished his morning exercise and approached her. He looked at her pale face and reached out to touch her gently. But Camilla evaded his touch."I want to see Nathan," Camilla stated. Jayden stared at her. "Let's have breakfast first."Camilla remained silent.The two returned to the manor. By the time Jayden was done with his shower, Camilla had finished her breakfast and was sitting in the living room.Jayden glanced at her silently. After a simple breakfast, he sighed. "Let's go."Camilla immediately stood up and went outside with him. Jayden opened the passenger door for her. But Camil
The traffic moved slowly. Camilla closed her eyes again, trying not to think about anything. She would soon meet up with Nathan. She wondered if the sudden transfer had scared Nathan.Soon, the car stopped in the parking lot of a private hospital. Camilla got out of the car and followed Jayden into the hospital.When the hospital staff saw him, they all greeted him respectfully.Camilla remained expressionless throughout the whole process. This was Jayden's territory. It would be hard to sneak Nathan away from here.They arrived at the door of a hospital ward. Suddenly, they heard something shattering from behind the doors."Get out!" Nathan roared angrily with a hoarse voice.Camilla's heart dropped, and she quickly pushed open the door and walked in."Nathan," Camilla called out."Camilla!" Nathan immediately got up when he saw Camilla."Don't move," Camilla rushed to the bedside and held him back. She frowned at his pale face. "Nathan, you haven't fully recovered yet.
Nathan shook his head at Camilla. "I don't believe you. You're lying."Camilla pursed her lips and remained silent.Nathan doubted her words.If the two were truly in love, why would Jayden kidnap Camilla? Camilla was obviously saying this to ease his worries. Now, Camilla was under Jayden's control because of him. He shouldn't add to her burdens anymore. "Alright, I understand." Nathan nodded.Camilla smiled. The pair of siblings understand each other perfectly. The two chatted for a while before the nurse returned with a new plate of breakfast.Camilla hummed. "You shouldn't skip breakfast, or you won't grow taller. How would you protect me then?"Upon hearing this, Nathan immediately started eating. He wanted to grow taller and become stronger. He was going to become better than Jayden and protect Camilla!Camilla felt relieved watching Nathan eat. She waited until he finished before saying, "Alright. You have to rest now. I'll go back and prepare for the wedding."Nat