Camilla casually picked up a book from the study room and headed straight to the third floor. She had familiarized herself with the layout of the manor. There was a single room on the third floor. The rest of the space was an observation deck with comfortable swing chairs.She sat on one of the swing chairs and gazed at the starry sky. She let out a long sigh before opening the book to read.Lately, her mind had been a mess, and she kept making mistakes in her work. She never had this problem before. She needed to readjust herself and return to her previous self. At least, she was free despite the chaotic life back then.Camilla quickly immersed herself in the book.When Jayden came up, he saw her sitting on the swing chair, fully absorbed in her book. The soft light cast a warm glow on her, and she looked gentler than usual.Jayden took out his phone and captured her beauty.However, he forgot to turn off the flash. The flash went off, and Camilla immediately looked over i
Jayden watched as Camilla entered the changing room. His eyes darkened when he remembered Scott's confession.After Scott got off work and returned home that night, several men jumped out and dragged him into a dark alley. They began to beat him into a bloody pulp."Who ... Who are you? I never offended you. Why are you doing this to me?" Scott asked in surprise, feeling disoriented from the attack.The group of people ignored him and continued their assault on him until he was left bruised and in pain. They finally stopped when Scott was just an inch away from death.One of them spoke, "Rein in your thoughts. If you don't stop obsessing over her, we'll make sure to make a corpse out of you!"With that, the men left.Scott lay on the ground and gasped for breath. He took out his phone with great difficulty and pressed a certain button. Despite his bruised and swollen face, he managed to smile.Things were proceeding as planned....Camilla read her books every day to improve
Camilla instantly paled.They were dragged away? Who could have taken them?Jayden's face immediately came to mind.But why would he do that?Both Jackie and Jenna were of no threat to him. They had even agreed to their wedding. Why would he abduct them?Camilla's hands trembled as she took out her phone to call Jayden.The call kept ringing until it was redirected to the voice box.Why wasn't he answering?Camilla pursed her lips.The maid noticed her pale face and asked cautiously, "Miss, do you have a plan?""I will figure something out. You stay here and wait for them to return," Camilla instructed and turned away.She kept calling Jayden as she walked down the street, but the call never connected.Just then, a car pulled up before her. Noah got out of the vehicle."Camilla, did Jayden release you? Why do you look so pale?" he asked.Camilla's eyes shone when she saw him. "Noah, my parents had been abducted. I suspect Jayden is behind this. But I couldn't get through
Camilla froze at the news. She gawked at Noah in disbelief. "There must be a mistake."Noah shook his head. "I trust my sources. The license plate does belong to Jayden. But it doesn't necessarily mean he was the one behind your parents' abduction. You should calm down."Camilla's face turned as white as sheets as she stared blankly ahead. She had just gotten off a phone call with Jayden, and he had denied any involvement.Moreover, he was on his way here.Camilla tried to calm herself down and stop her mind from wandering. Jayden would arrive soon. He would surely give her an explanation.Noah's heart ached at Camilla's pale face. "Camilla, no matter what happens, we need to prepare for the worst. After all, your relationship with him is complicated. It's not as simple as a marriage between a couple.""I know." Camilla nodded dazedly.Noah didn't continue.Just then, the maid knocked on the door. "Miss, Mr. Moore has arrived.""Let him in," Camilla ordered."Yes." The maid c
Noah and Camilla exchanged a glance.Jayden grabbed Camilla's hand. "I will look into your parents' disappearance. Now, let's go home."Camilla said nothing, but she didn't struggle. Instead, she looked back at Noah. "Thank you for your help, Noah."Noah shook his head. "They're family. It's only natural that I helped."Jayden sent one last look at Noah before dragging Camilla away.In the car.There was a driver present this time.Camilla withdrew her hand and stared out the window, unable to conceal her worry.Jayden glanced at her. "Camilla, we can't continue like this. Someone has started taking advantage of our situation."Camilla asked, "What do you mean?"Jayden sighed, "Don't you find it too coincidental? Someone is manipulating the situation. Your parents' sudden disappearance and the use of my car placed a huge target on my head. They want to drive a wedge between us."If more misunderstandings were added to the list, their already fragile relationship would break
At night. The people exited the research institute. They noticed the strained tension between Jayden and Camilla and grew oddly quiet. The atmosphere also felt strange because of it.Scott glanced at them and quickly averted his gaze. He took out his phone and sent the prepared email to Camilla. Once Camilla got out of the car, she saw the message from Scott but didn't click open it immediately. Instead, she glanced at Jayden. "Are we going straight for that town?""Yes." Jayden nodded.Camilla nodded in understanding and averted her gaze. It wasn't difficult to find Jackie and Jenna with Jayden's help. Camilla was only worried about Jackie and Jenna's well-being and wondered who had abducted them.The car drove for an hour before stopping in the small town. Jayden's men were already waiting there. When the men saw him, they greeted him respectfully, "Good evening, Mr. Moore."Jayden gave a curt nod. "Where are they?"One of the men replied, "They are in the inn across
Camilla pursed her lips and glanced at the inn, wondering what the situation inside was like. She couldn't make any decisions right now. Since she had chosen to believe Jayden, she would believe him until the bitter end."Alright." Camilla nodded solemnly at Jayden.Jayden turned to his men and nodded. His men immediately dispersed, surrounding the inn.Camilla clenched her hands tightly as she stared at the inn. The curtains were drawn, hiding the view inside.Just then, a gunshot echoed through the air. Everyone froze and watched the inn vigilantly.The staff paled and ran out. They stammered, "She said if you come any closer, she ... she'll kill the hostages!"Camilla grew ghostly pale. She instinctively turned to Jayden.Jayden's brows furrowed as he glanced at the staff. He signaled one of his men over and whispered to him. The man immediately went to carry out the orders.Although Camilla was standing beside Jayden, she couldn't hear what he said. She started anxiou
Camilla stared at him in bewilderment.However, Jayden ignored her and headed straight for the inn. He entered alone. Charlotte had a clear view from the inside and didn't fire the gun.She aimed the gun at the doorway, not missing any movement.The corridor of the inn was carpeted, silencing any footsteps. Charlotte's focus remained fixed on the door.The door was tightly shut, and her breath grew tense.Just then, the doorbell rang.Charlotte's breathing grew heavy, and her hand trembled. Yet, she managed to say, "Jayden, do you remember who I am?"Jayden replied, "I don't recognize your voice. How about you open the door and let me see you? Maybe that will jog my memory.""Jayden Moore! You scumbag! You're just a big liar!" Charlotte's anger flared. "I won't open the door. You'll kill me if I do!"Jayden chuckled. "I'll still kill you even if you don't open the door."Charlotte bit her lip. She changed her mind. "I don't mind dying. But are you willing to let Camilla's p