“Boss. That person has returned to the mansion.” A masculine voice began to report from the other end of the phone.Zenos paused his typing; he silently stared into the distance and began to tap on the edge of the expensive desk rhythmically. His back straightened. “Mission?”“In the beginning, the person was on the search for Hion. But, ever since he was saved by young master Simon, he had gotten himself entangled with young master Simon, and he wouldn't let go.” The masculine voice obediently responded.Zenos’ eyes turned glazed; none of his thoughts were written on his face or in his eyes. He suddenly stopped tapping and resumed typing on his keyboard. “Protect Hayden and everyone.”“Everyone?” The masculine voice reiterated in shock, clearly understanding the meaning behind Zenos’ words. “Boss, does that include Miss Mia?” “Ehn.”“Young master, the mansion's security had increased in folds with our return.” The Bluetooth device in Prothero's ear transmitted the masculine voice of
Prothero's eyes fell on Simon, who was patiently in line waiting for his turn to buy movie tickets for the both of them. Prothero still doesn't understand why Simon will always patiently wait in line until it is his turn to buy a ticket instead of breaking the line or ordering a guard to get the things. It was as if Simon always took pleasure in trying to experience what being an ordinary person is.Prothero's eyes darkened in rage upon seeing a beautiful girl in a mini gown trying to woo Simon.His darkened expression calmed slightly when he saw Simon ignore the girl with a deadpan expression on his face.Perhaps the girl was embarrassed by Simon's alienation, or she felt Prothero's intense eyes that kept staring daggers at her because she fled immediately.Prothero's sharp jaw ticked, and his face turned deadpan. His hold on his phone tightened before he replied to Aetos in an expressionless tone, “I have something going on. I can't,” he firmly objected.His eyes fell on the outs
(A/N Dogfood: public display of affection.)(Long chapter. Sorry, there wasn't an upload yesterday. Thank you for the love, gifts, and comments. Love you. Thank you.)Familiar footsteps drifted into Hayden, Mason, Andy, Caleb, Philip, and Craig's ears, attracting their attention, but surprisingly, unlike the familiar swoosh or joyful strides of the person, the person kept trudging and dragging his feet one after the other.Each absentminded step he takes into the mansion reveals how hollow and stricken Simon is.Simon's eyes were sunken. His lips were pale and dry, and his face was pale as if it had been completely drained of blood.Simon's figure had turned frail as if he could be swept by the breeze. His whole person seemed to have been dealt a blow.Upon seeing Simon’s unusual behavior, Philip tilted his neck and blinked craftily. He propped his chin with his elbow and curiously eyed the hollow-looking Simon.Thinking about something, Philip curiously stretched his neck and gazed a
“Hey y'all, where have you been all day?” Mia cried out while exasperating dramatically as soon as the boys stepped into the mansion one after the other.“Men's secret,” Craig replied smugly and headed upstairs to his room. Feeling the continuous ringing of his phone. If he didn't return to his room to receive Sean's call, he was afraid that Sean would begin to throw tantrums.Mia wrinkled her nose and feigned a fierce glare at Craig before snorting. Those boys left the house early in the morning before she woke up. Unfortunately, she had no advertisement to shoot, nor did she have any interest in going to the studio, so she ended up staying at home alone—lonely to the core. Her heart was about to fly off with every second that ticked by being alone in the mansion.Mason leisurely strode over and threw his hands around Mia. “You missed your husband exceptionally, my man?” Mason retorted and gave her a mischievous wink before blowing soft kisses in the air.Immediately, Mia jabbed his
A FEW WEEKS AFTER.In the top airport in Grail State that morning, the seven boys, including a beautiful Mia—who cross-dressed into a man and put on a mask in order to prevent her fans from recognizing her—attracted the attention of many people in the airport, which they ignored. Although many people tried to take pictures of the outstanding eight-person team, the burly guards that surrounded them made anyone who wanted to take pictures of the eight rethink.Hayden took a deep breath and stared at Andy, who held the luggage filled with gifts from the seven, with pure relief in his green eyes. Looking at the smiling Andy, Hayden somehow felt so emotional, like a proud mother. It felt as if years had passed since the incident with Levi, but it was only a few weeks, and the thought that Andy was now better than before made Hayden extremely relaxed.Back then, when Andy came from Levi's place disheveled and looking so out of place, Hayden was so petrified by the thought that the happy-g
The faint smell of antiseptics and the hospital's familiar smell invaded Andy's nose strongly. Andy clenched his fist tightly, a myriad of emotions running through his mind.Andy hadn't expected that he'd have to see that devil spawn so quickly, but then... All those times Andy had met with the devil spawn were never planned. They just sprung so abruptly and caught him unaware.Andy's fist tightened, and he exhaled. It's just visiting a patient. He can do it.“Little brother Andy, you're here. I've missed you.” Accompanying Aria's dramatic voice were Aria's hands, which engulfed him in a tight hug.Immediately, Andy's tense body relaxed slightly, and he hugged Aria tight before separating from her. “Yes, I’m back,” Andy replied, and his gaze fell on Levi, who was sitting up on the bed. A gauze wrapped around Levi's head, and there was an IV drip connected to his hand. His face looked pale, and his eyes looked dull and dead, like an emotionless machine.Somehow, the image of Levi loo
(I'm so sorry for the late update. Had issues with the phone my writing file is on)Andy's fist clenched, his jaw tensed, and his nostrils flared in anger. He strode into Carbelle in a long stride, not paying attention to anyone who passed by or greeted him. So what? So what if Andy knew that person had secretly saved him or loved him? It won't move him a bit. Not at all!Just as Andy declared back then, they'll stay away from each other till the end of the world. That devil spawn had stolen all of Andy's first! Which means Andy had cleared all the debt he ever owed that bastard! Andy will never be moved! Never would he! Thinking like this, the rage in his eyes diminished slightly.Upon seeing one of his directors carrying a bunch of files, Andy's temple pulsed, and he couldn't help rubbing it slightly. Throughout the holidays, Andy has solved none of the company documents, which means that there'll currently be a lot of work waiting for him. Just the thought is enough to give And
Andy's chest heaved heavily, and his eyes spewed fire as soon as the poor director left the ward.Suddenly, he stood up from the chair, and angrily, his hands swept all the files on his table onto the floor, regardless of what they were.CRASH!ROAR!!!!Andy’s fist locked his hair tightly, and he roared in frustration.Originally, Andy came to the company to let loose, but he ended up piling more frustration on the chaotic ones on the ground. Had he known, he'd never have questioned the director.Ah! His face scrunched up, and he covered his face with his palm!Does... Can his life revolve perfectly if there weren't the presence of Levi in it? Can it? Andy had been trying to push that person away, but he never knew… He never expected all that would ensue.Andy gripped his chest and slid down the wall with tears in his eyes. He wrapped his hands around his knees and placed his chin on his knees, his lips quivering.Do you know what hurts the most? When you realize that that one person
An hour and a few minutes later, the doctor had already done a check-up for Hayden and disinfected, diagnosed, and dressed Zenos’ wound.The doctor’s back straightened, and he stared at Zenos and Hayden politely before reporting calmly, “Mr. Hayden’s mental health stress has decreased a lot. However, it seemed Mr. Hayden had a lot on his mind lately and tended to think a lot. It’s as if Mr. Hayden was afraid or anxious.” The doctor finalized.Upon hearing the doctor’s sentence, Hayden lowered his head and stared at his palm placed on his knees. Even though he didn’t make a comment, it was easy to notice that the doctor was right with his words.Zenos’ brows furrowed slightly. Except for Hayden’s exceptional clinginess, Hayden had always acted fine. Could it be that the boy had been pretending and was hiding things from him? What could it be?Zenos wrapped his hands around Hayden’s waist and nudged gently. He took hold of the boy’s hands and gently stroked them. “What’s it, baby?” he c
"Zenos, did you touch my schoolbag?" Hayden pursed his lips together and eyed Zenos suspiciously.Zenos raised his head to stare at the boy calmly. Upon making eyes with Zenos' deep eyes, Hayden became flustered, and he quickly dodged away.At that moment, Hayden realized that he was very daring. In fact, who would touch his bag if it wasn't Zenos? It's enough that he brought an illegal thing into the mansion when Zenos even took it away; he even dared to ask Zenos about it. Definitely courting trouble.In fact, the day before is when Hayden is supposed to get his snack from Zenos. However, because Hayden was caught eating a snack, Zenos banned the boy for five days.Despite Hayden's pleas and negotiation, he was only able to coax Zenos into four days. How heartless.Just thinking about how Zenos coldly pronounced that ruthless order, Hayden felt like bursting into tears.His beautiful heart. His exquisite heart. Of course, no snacks can ever taste like it. Yet Zenos cruelly takes it
“Micheal,” Xavier interjected immediately with a call.Upon seeing Hayden's expression turning pale, Zenos engulfed the boy in a hug and gently coaxed him while throwing dagger-like glares at the unfazed and unremorseful Michael.Michael leisurely leaned against Xavier and gave Hayden a cold glare, killing intent flickering past his eyes. "If you dare Zenos again, it is best you go into hiding and never let me find you, or I'll kill you with bare hands.” Micheal threatened, his voice laced with seriousness and danger.Although Xavier should be the one interjecting and cautioning Michael, upon seeing the person acting so domineering, Xavier’s eyes darkened and his desires increased, a thought in his mind: damn, Michael is hot!Upon hearing Michael’s words, Hayden's eyes surged with determination, and he retorted firmly, sincerity laced in his tone. "I won't hurt Zenos.” Hayden will never hurt Zenos in his lifetime or the next. Back then, when Hayden hurt Zenos, it was because he was ch
Suddenly, Jude’s phone rang, interjecting his typing. Jude stood up and strode toward the panoramic window; he tucked his left hand into his pocket and stared at the city. Jude picked up Zenos’ call."For those who embezzled, did you put in a schedule with our lawyer in court?" Zenos’ calm voice and the rapid finger typing on the keyboard drifted from the other end of the phone. "En,” Jude responded calmly, but in the next second, he arched his brows.At first, Zenos planned to take a look at the company’s staff and day-to-day affairs, but he suddenly decided to kick everyone out today. Originally, didn’t Zenos claim it was too early?Also, Mr. Dylan already knows his way around the company more than anyone. He can even be said to know his way around better than the owner. It was as if he was the owner! He might try to use that to cause trouble. Wait! He’s already in the police. Coupled with the pile of evidence that they have against him and his son, they will definitely take a wh
“No way! How could it be…” Upon hearing this, the higher-up expression changed, and they stared at each other in shock. Someone in the company dared to do such a heinous thing?The company’s value kept falling drastically with each second that ticked before Zenos stepped in.Although the Heart product was launched using the company, in fact, Zenos used it to boost the company, and the Heart product completely belongs to Zenos.For the first time in years, their debt was finally decreasing, and they were able to see a profit.Yet someone dared to do something heinous! Certainly, that person deserves a judgment that’s worse than death!Suddenly, one of the higher-ups squinted his eyes in suspicion and pointed at the nerdy guy. When everyone thought the Shert product tasted good, he was quick to find out that it tasted like heart product.If he hasn’t done something so suspicious, there’s no way he’ll find out so quickly.Upon hearing this, all of their expressions changed, and they turn
“Hayden.” Zenos calmly articulated, while leaning against the car, his arms folded, accentuating his toned muscles and the sun landing on his frame, making everything pale in sight.Once the boy’s green eyes shifted toward Zenos’s car, Zenos raised his right hand and waved at the boy twice before retracting his hand.At the sight of the impeccably handsome Zenos, the students’ attention was grabbed, and their eyes landed on Zenos.Several girls begin to blush shyly while sneaking glances at Zenos as if doing so will grab Zenos’ attention and make him notice them; others begin to whisper to themselves in amazement, completely lovestruck.Upon hearing Zenos’s voice, Hayden’s eyes widened in shock. Zenos is here?Without hesitating, Hayden deserted his group of friends and ran toward Zenos. He only paused when he arrived in Zenos’s presence. Hayden carefully chewed the cookies in his mouth before speaking in happiness, “Zenos, you are here to pick me up?” Immediately, he completed his w
Justin leaned against the patio chair and took out his phone; his eyes grew soft, and he tapped open his phone gallery.Immediately, Justin opened his favorite photos, which included a sneak shot of Hayden. He fondly caressed the blurry faces of Hayden, and he exhaled ruefully. “What to do? I can't get over you.” He mumbled to himself. Especially Hayden’s tearful expression that night. The more he recalled, the more his heart ached on Hayden’s behalf. He really wished he had enough power to save Hayden from that boyfriend of his. Sigh! Justin shook his head to rid himself of Hayden's sad expression when Zenos yelled at him that night…“Oh no!” The familiar, annoying voice of Nougat cried out behind Justin, and Justin stiffened. Justin’s expression changed, and his voice rose a tad higher due to annoyance. "What are you doing here?" Justin coldly chided and quickly placed his phone into his pocket.Nougat’s eyes narrowed with a wicked and mischievous glint. His lips curved up in a
In a beautiful and serene luxurious private room, a peerlessly handsome man, donning a blasé expression on his face and a cinnamon roll in between his thin lips, majestically sat on a luxurious chair, faintly looking at the idiot in front of him.While the other, the supposed idiot, looked on the verge of tears. He extended his hand as if trying to clutch the handsome man's legs, yet his hand never touched the man's legs.“Big brother Zenos, don't be like this.” Jack pleaded pitifully, almost on the brink of tears.Even though Jack is older than Zenos, Jack doesn't mind begging the devilish Zenos in front of him to get what he wants.To even think that Jack doesn't know how he offended Zenos in the first place!Zenos calmly removed the cinnamon roll from his lips. He immediately directed a cold glare that froze Jack's soul right at that moment. He pronounced coldly, “What?” But in the next moment, Jack snapped out of his reverie and began to bawl so loudly that Zenos wanted nothing b
"Hayden, wake up or you'll be late for school." Zenos' eyes instantly fell on the sleeping Hayden. He extended his hands, patted Hayden's back, and tried to remove the blanket from the sleeping Hayden's right grip. Unfortunately, Hayden won't let go. Hayden puckered his lips and snuggled deeper into the blanket without opening his eyes. He shook his head and articulated, "I don't want to go to school." Hayden said in a sleepy voice while clutching his sense of comfort tighter before Zenos collected it from him completely. Early in the morning, Hayden hid under the blanket and continued sleeping even though he needed to attend school. This is the reason why Zenos had been trying to wake and pull a certain someone away from the bed. Unfortunately, the little rascal isn't ready to budge from position.Upon hearing the boy's words, Zenos arched his brows. He let go of the blanket and sat on the bed; his eyes fell on Hayden, and he cuddled Hayden to his chest. Gently, he stroked the boy