Frederick came to pick us up this summer vacation, Garrick would of course come along. For the past four years, I have lived in a state of fear and anxiety. I finally had the courage to leave Goderich today.Kenelm still seemed upset about what I told him last night so he just sat around and looked out the window. No matter how much Frederick tried to strike up a conversation and make fun of him, he was not interested."What's wrong with Kenelm?" Frederick asked me quietly."He got into a fight in class."I do not want to long like much with Frederick on this matter. He also seemed to have guessed that, so he quickly switched to another topic to talk about."Have you ever been to Russia?""Not yet.""Then you won't regret going there.""I heard it's winter there now.""Oh, it depends on the city. We'll go to Moscow, it's not cold there so don't worry. And who told you it's winter there?" Frederick asked curiously."A customer ordered a wool dress from me. She's from Russia.""The dres
Dominic sat in the car and waited for Vivian. She just called him and asked if he could pick her up. Although he felt a little bothered by this request, he still did it.He waited in the car for a while but still did not see Vivian appear, the procession was still extremely lively. Based on Vivian's wish, he brought her here to travel. Her crippled leg worried him, but she said she was going to see a friend and didn't like being accompanied by bodyguards, so he agreed.Suddenly, there was a loud crash in the front of his car.Dominic frowned, and got out of the car. His Bentley supercar is very expensive, so people do not dare to approach. He was curious as to who bumped into his car.When he looked down at the ground, he discovered it was a boy.The boy fell, he stood up by himself, brushed the dirt off his clothes and looked up at him."Sorry." The boy spoke shyly, but his eyes didn't seem afraid to talk to adults.When he saw the boy, Dominic suddenly had a strange feeling. This bo
When he returned to his hotel room, Kenelm still dared not say a word. He knew because his mischief and mischief made his mother worried. This was the first time he saw his mother panicking and worried."If you still go around on your own without my permission, we will return to Goderich immediately and never travel again until you are an adult." I looked at him seriously and said in a firm voice."Yes, I understand." Kenelm mumbled in response."Who helped you bandage the wound?" After I calmed down, I started questioning my son.He honestly told everything that happened. He ran too fast and fell into the front of a strange man's car. That kind man helped him bandage the wound."He seems to be an acquaintance of Vivian. I heard them talking to each other.""Oh, maybe he's the one Vivian secretly loves." I nodded and said to myself.Garrick ordered us some food from the hotel. The fact that Kenelm was suddenly lost caused him to panic. If something bad happened to Kenelm then he would
Instinctively I swallowed a mouthful of saliva without even realizing it. He and I stood close together and I could completely smell the familiar minty shower gel on him. After many years, this habit of Dominic has not changed.If I could look in the mirror and see where I am right now, I would feel so embarrassed and humiliated. Because looking at me oddly like a stalker girl. I kept my head down and pretended to use a towel to wipe my hair, so Dominic wouldn't be able to see my face up close.The truth is that there are thousands of questions running through his mind, about why he is here, did he find out that I am Esther, does he remember me or has he forgotten me?"I think you need to change." His hoarse voice brought me to my senses.Dominic frowned and watched me from top to bottom. He saw that my dress was stained with red wine and a strong smell, so he meant well to remind. His tone was still devoid of any emotion, but it didn't show an overly harsh and hateful attitude. This
After the other girl left, Dominic remained dumbfounded in the room. She was the knitter that Vivian loved and respected so much, but the way she talked and acted was rather odd. I don't know why she kept the towel on her head and didn't take it off.At first he assumed that because she was afraid of him, he tried to talk as gently as possible. But then he realized that was not the reason. Or is she shy? This seems to make more sense since her appearance is rather disheveled, she seems to have spilled wine. After that, she was in a hurry to leave, so he didn't have time to talk to her anymore.This woman used to make him sleepless for the past few days. Ever since he'd seen her back, he'd been dreaming about Esther all the time, about the years he and Esther had spent together. Meeting that girl here today, I really didn't expect it. He knew Vivian had invited her to this party, but he hadn't guessed that she was suddenly in his break room.This reminded him of Esther even more. Becau
Upon returning to Goderich, Kenelm repeatedly wondered why their summer vacation trip was so short. I could only answer him that my health was not good and promised to take him on a trip when he was older. He seems to be very regretful, but thinking of me, he doesn't complain anymore and obediently stays at home.A week has passed since I met Dominic, and I still haven't found myself."Careful!"Garrick grabbed my wrist, but it was too late. The knife had accidentally grazed my finger causing it to bleed."Um..."I felt a sharp pain from my finger and hurriedly brought it to my mouth to stop the bleeding. Garrick hurriedly got some damage potion and white bandages to give me first aid."Let me do it myself. It's just a small wound." I say."Why are you so careless?" Garrick ignored my words and continued to help me bandage the tear carefully. "I've seen her like this these days. Whether it's watering the plants in the garden, watching a movie with Kenelm or like when you're just slici
The plane was about to land, Vivian was still staring at the electronic screen, occasionally shaking her legs to show her impatience."What's wrong?" Dominic put down the newspaper and looked at her."Ah, nothing. I'm texting my friend.""The girl who knits for you? Well, I still don't know her name."Vivian looked up slightly to look at Dominic, she pursed her lips and watched his expression. Looking at his calm expression, his eyes were still focused on the newspaper, but if she looked carefully, she would find out that he had not turned the paper over until now."Ah, you can call her Ms. Ambar.""Ambar? Is that her mother's last name?" Dominic turned to look at Vivian, eyes filled with anticipation."I'm not sure, but apparently not."Dominic mused for a moment, then pretended to be nonchalant and asked Vivian about Ms. Ambar with her son. Vivian doesn't reveal too much, or maybe it's because she doesn't know much about Ms. Ambar and Kenelm. Coincidentally, Kenelm's surname is Vinc
At night, as soon as I get home, I have to hastily remove the bandages on my face and wash my face with cold water. My face is red from being sealed for too long and many red spots cause itching. Originally, my facial skin was quite good and rarely had any dermatological problems, but it was because I had to wear makeup for so long that everything was so bad."Tomorrow we don't need to wear elaborate and complicated makeup. I think you and I just need to wear masks."I completely agree with Garrick. The fact that we dress up so carefully actually makes us a lot more uncomfortable and inconvenient for ourselves. Just because we were worried Dominic might recognize us, we had to prepare a lot of things."Did they say they'll see us tomorrow?""No. Lucky for that. They should be spending time together, maybe when they need us they'll get in touch." I didn't realize there was a hint of sadness in my voice, though I thought I hid it well.Garrick looked at me, let out a very light sigh the
The very next day, the entire media covered the news regarding Kaylin Joan's past. Videotapes of her bullying her sister, Esther Joan, have sex with multiple men, even with other people's husbands. There are tapes so rare that Kaylin himself may not know it exists.After that, a series of posts accused Kaylin of living a fake life, disdain for fans, and brazen.It seems that all public opinion is pointed at Kaylin. Right now, at Kaylin's house, she was frantically smashing things, roaring like a madman."Who? Who harmed me? I knew right away that when that bastard Esther returned, misfortune would find me again."Kaylin bit her lip, scratched her head, and threw a ceramic vase at the door. Baldric, who was standing outside, heard this and quietly backed away. Kaylin had been so mad for several hours, he dared not enter the room. He knew Esther was forever an existence that made Kaylin insecure.After throwing everything in the room for a while, Kaylin angrily grabbed her phone and mad
The aroma of bone broth rose, I put some coriander leaves and pepper in it, then stirred it up. The taste was not bad, I happily scooped the soup into a bowl. Kenelm is running indoors and playing with the dog we bought him last week."Dominic, Kenelm, it's time for lunch."I called out to them softly, Dominic came out of the study, picked up Kenelm and made fun of him, and then we sat down to dinner.It has been six months since the shipwreck, people are spreading a lot of rumors regarding it. But no one knows the truth.At that time, Dominic asked me if I believed him, then he dragged me into the sea. I really thought I was dead, unexpectedly, when I woke up, I was lying in a clean room.Dominic lay in the bed next to him and was bandaged by the doctor. Many others were also saved. It turned out that Dominic's father Donald soon received his son's news and drove a giant submarine. All the people who jumped into the water were brought into the submarine by the Arnold family subordina
Six months later...Kaylin Joan and Baldric Herrington were walking together happily. They have been married for more than a year and have become a couple admired and followed by young people. Their social media accounts are always filled with intimate and happy photos.Currently, Kaylin is already a celebrity, representing people with disabilities, inspiring people. She was very good at acting, and in all these years no one had suspected that she was pretending to be friendly. As for Baldric, he doesn't have a job, he is a rich young man with a lot of money to spend, so every day he just carries bags for his wife.Today, Kaylin and Baldric were walking down the street, everyone noticed them and took pictures. Kaylin felt so proud and happy, she grinned and waved goodbye to everyone.Moments later, Kaylin and Baldric entered a cafe together."I'm tired of those crazy fans." Kaylin pouted."Don't be mad, it's thanks to them that we're famous, isn't it?" Baldric coaxes Kaylin."Hey, shh
My son and I waited in the room for a long time, there was no movement outside, which made my heart feel even more anxious. The tired Kenelm fell asleep in my arms, the boy was still innocent and didn't know what danger was."Esther, I finally found you. We have to get out of here fast. Can't wait any longer." Frederick rushed into the room and spoke in a panicked voice."What's wrong? What's the matter?" I frantically took Kenelm in my arms and ran after Frederick."The boat is about to depart for the mainland.""How can such a small boat be enough for hundreds of people?" I wonder."Just us leaving. As I promised, I'll save you and Kenelm."I stopped, my face full of bewilderment. Dominic's enemies have reached this yacht and want to kill everyone?"No, I have to find Dominic.""Are you crazy?" Frederick pulled my arm back. "My boss has gone crazy, he wants to kill everyone, including him. Now you go find him, it's like you give your life for him to kill.""But I can't just leave Do
As soon as Dominic and Rory took Kenelm out of the yacht's grand lobby, I found them."Oh Esther, I keep worrying about you." Rory let out a breath when he saw me.I nodded at him to show I was fine, then took Kenelm from his hand. The boy woke up and bewilderedly asked me what happened. I could only reassure him and hug him tightly."Dominic, I overheard Frederick talking on the phone with his boss just now. Looks like they're planning to sink this yacht, only their subordinates will leave in a boat."I hurriedly explained Dominic. His face was contemplative, and his mood seemed tense."Besides, their boss..."Before I could finish my words, the sound of a helicopter in the distance sounded. We all looked up at the pitch black sky at the same time and saw the flashing lights from the helicopter."Is the lifeguard coming to rescue us?" Rory wondered."No, it is not." I immediately denied it. "The boss of those attacking us.""Really? What made him come here in person?" Rory frowned su
In the main hall of the yacht, everyone is handcuffed and blindfolded. I walked next to Dominic, feeling my heart beat faster and faster in my chest.I'm missing Garrick so much now, I wonder what the hell happened to him. Vivian says he's dead, this is not necessarily true, but does not rule out the possibility that his life is in danger. A few days ago I texted Garrick that I was on the yacht with Dominic and we've made up now. But he didn't reply.At the time, I didn't think much of it, just assumed he wasn't happy when I got back with Dominic. So I didn't text him anymore, I intended to wait until this trip was over when I would meet him and talk properly. Unexpectedly, bad news about Garrick came, which proved that he didn't respond to my messages not because he didn't want to but because he couldn't."Don't worry too much." Dominic whispered to me.I nodded, but deep inside I couldn't control the feeling of uneasiness. Fortunately, I saw Kenelm now, lying obediently beside Rory,
The water slowly rose to my waist, while I grew impatient with untying my bound hands. My wrist was sore and scratched, and a few streaks of blood had oozed out. I tried to calm myself, thinking about my family. With great difficulty, I was able to convince myself to forgive Dominic and accept to build a new family with him. I am not willing to die in this place, how can my little Kenelm live alone without a mother?I don't know how long it took, when the water level reached my chest, I was able to untie the rope from my hand. Immediately after, I took off the ropes on my body and blindfolded. Only then did I observe the room I was in. This place is like a basement at the bottom of a yacht, there are a lot of machines down here but for some reason they stop working all at once. In there is a machine that continuously sucks back seawater from the outside into the room.I don't understand how these machines work, but I'm not stupid enough to think that these machines are suddenly malfun
Thanks to Kenelm, Dominic and I made up. Rory couldn't help but be shocked when he saw us walking together to the pool."I didn't believe Esther Joan was your wife until now, Dominic. You really look like a happy family on vacation." Rory laughed and said."It's not the same, it's the truth." Dominic corrected.Anyone can tell that Dominic's mood is very good. He, along with Esther and Kenelm, freely swam and played."Dad, what kind of water is that? I want to try it." Kenelm pointed to the cocktail Dominic was holding."No. This is an alcoholic drink, children can't drink it. Wait until you turn 18, you can try it. Now, if you drink it, your mommy will be sad."Kenelm heard Dominic say his mother might be upset if he asked to drink the sparkling water, and Kenelm stopped asking.I stood on the shore and saw the father and son chatting happily, the mood also became comfortable. Gradually, the relationship between us has drawn closer together, become cohesive and strong. For one thing,
I approached the pool, quickly seeing Kenelm sitting on the float and enjoying the water. I gave him swimming lessons when I was at Goderich so I wasn't too worried about him drowning."Esther Joan, is it really you? Last time we met, I didn't recognize you, I'm really sorry."Rory Franh, smiling, approached me and talked enthusiastically. Behind him Dominic was sitting looking at the sea, his face as calm as if we hadn't had any arguments before. Seeing that he wasn't paying attention to me, I ignored him too and talked to Rory Frank.But less than a few minutes later, a hand was wrapped around my waist, slightly pulling my body closer to him."Rory Frank, it looks like it's time for dinner." Dominic said.Rory Frank has been Dominic's best friend for many years, how could he not notice the unhappy expression on Dominic's cold face."Oh right. You two and Kenelm will change and go to the restaurant, I'll ask the waiter to prepare." He smiled and left.When it's just Dominic and I, I