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Caraline had spent most of her time in her room for the past two days. She would only go out for a walk by the lake in the morning and evening, where her main goal was to peek at Deric.After the incident a few days ago, Caraline had been avoiding Deric because she felt ashamed and didn't know how to behave. She also never replied to Deric's messages or picked up his calls.Caraline still often felt remorse and sadness when she found out that she was the culprit who caused Deric's disability. She cried so hard that her eyes were puffy. "I finally know why Carla asked me to find and marry Deric," said Caraline, who was now on the balcony. The wind blew her hair to the right and left. It felt refreshing even though her heart was still hurting."I don't regret marrying Deric and spending so much time looking for him. I... was able to fulfill Carla's last wish, as well as continue her love for Deric."Caraline let out a long breath. Her eyes were teary and puffy at the same time. Sadness
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Helen turned to Lucy. She had never told Lucy about Deric. So, it was strange that Lucy would suddenly scream at the sight of Deric about to fall out of the wheelchair unless Lucy already knew the man.Caraline turned a questioning gaze on Helen. However, she realized that Helen was unlikely to do something she hadn't told her to do.Lucy was silent for a moment, immediately turning to Caraline and Helen. Her lips curled into a smile as if she had never done anything suspicious."Do... do you know that man?" probed Caraline."I just remembered my friend," Lucy replied with a calm expression, "my friend named Jacob has the same situation as that man, and we're close. So, when I saw that man about to fall, I just suddenly thought of him. I'm sorry if my words startled you.""Then where is your friend now?" Caraline studied Lucy closely."He... died a few months ago." Lucy glanced at Deric for a moment.Caraline let out a long breath. "Alright.""I'm fine!" Deric half shouted while wavin
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Caraline returned to work after a well-earned rest at home. She had been in her office since eight in the morning. The woman was monitoring the news on the screen regarding the Presidennt of Universe Corporation and Henry Hulbert. After a few days of resting and staying away from phones and television, that topic was still being hot news among the public.Caraline turned up the volume when it showed amateur video of several men, one of whom was suspected to be Henry Hulbert, coming out of a building."Many people think that the alleged Henry Hulbert was with the President of Universe Corporation," the host said as she read the narration of the video, "but some people doubt that due to lack of evidence. This information has led to a debate among netizens."The host continued, "To date, Henry Hulbert has not provided any clarification."Caraline quickly ended the broadcast. During her recovery, she did not want her head to be spinning over something that did not affect her. "I wonder w
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Caraline quickly carried the gift to the bed. The woman checked the gift carefully, scrutinizing every angle. As she was about to open it, she suddenly shook her head."No, I have to take a picture first." Caraline hugged the gift tightly, smiling at the phone. The woman took a few pictures in different styles, checking the results. "This is good. I'll print them out later."Caraline placed the phone on the nightstand with the screen facing her. She wanted to record the action of opening Deric's gift. "I'm ready."Caraline carefully unwrapped the gift. She was surprised to see a long box inside. "It's... an electric scooter."Caraline turned her head towards the balcony, opening the box, pulling out a sleek blue scooter from inside the box. "Deric is childish. Does he think I'll fit into this thing? He must be making it up."Caraline flipped the switch, hopped on the scooter, and speeding through the room from side to side. "This is... quite fun."Caraline kept the scooter moving for
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"Do you agree?" Deric smiled, settling back into the wheelchair.Caraline was pleased with the proposal, especially when she heard the winner could ask for anything. She began to think about what she would ask Deric for as a prize. Would it be a hug, a kiss, or something more intimate than that?Caraline smiled widely, feeling a huge surge of energy throughout her body. Her body was suddenly excited at the thought of the gift. She wanted to jump up and down and scream with excitement. This thing was something that would spur her on and excite her."Fine, if you don't want to," Deric said."What do you say?" Caraline suddenly stood up. Her eyes darted to Deric. Her happy smile suddenly vanished as the man was about to cancel the race."You're so annoying!" snapped Caraline as she turned her back on Deric."I forgot that you're still recovering," Deric said as he moved the wheelchair forward.Caraline immediately turned around with an expression of disbelief. Her eyes were so wide they
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"I won! I won!" shouted Caraline as she raised both hands. She turned to Deric and flashed a proud smile.Caraline was so wrapped up in her happy euphoria that she was oblivious to the road conditions."Watch out!" shouted Deric."You can't ...." Carlaine's voice suddenly disappeared when the scooter she was riding crashed into the bushes. The woman went through the bushes, rolled around, and stopped right next to the fence.For a few moment, Caraline could only lie on the ground with her mouth gaping and eyes bulging."Is lying down with the leaves fun?" asked Deric as he approached. His hand extended towards Caraline."Oh my," Caraline muttered as she hurriedly got up. A few leaves fell as she stood up. "Are you being sarcastic?"Deric pulled his hand back. "No, I'm not. I'm just asking.""I'm the winner, and you're the loser in this race. Remember that!""So, what am I supposed to do for you? Am I supposed to stay away and not bother you like you keep saying?" asked Deric."No!" Ca
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Dinner went on without any conversation for some time. Caraline occasionally stole a glance at Deric, refocusing on the meal. The quiet atmosphere coupled with a dinner for two was enough to make the woman nervous. She wondered how this night would end. Would something happen that she wanted or would it be the other way around?"You seem to like my gift," Deric said, starting the conversation. The man sipped his drink for a moment, returning to enjoying the meal."Gift?" Caraline tucked a lock of hair behind her ear. Her cheeks were so flushed that she had to look down to cover them. "What gift are you referring to?""The earrings you're wearing right now," Deric said, "I've seen you wearing them several times.""Ah, this is ridiculous." Caraline rolled her eyeballs, blowing air. "I-I like the shape of it. That's all. Besides, wearing these earrings doesn't mean I like what you gave me. I'm not an ungrateful person.""Alright," said Deric who went back to eating."Don't say that annoy
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Caraline froze instantly. Her hand accidentally dropped the remote. Did Deric possibly realize that the hugging action was intentional?"Stop talking nonsense." Caraline rolled her eyes, moving away from Deric. "Your brain needs to be cleansed of dirty thoughts. I-I did it by accident. What strange woman would want to hug you?""You," Deric replied casually.Caraline instantly glared. "What are you-""Didn't you ever ask permission to hug me?" Deric smiled.Caraline wanted to bury herself in the ground. The woman could feel her face ripen and almost explode. At the same time, she suddenly remembered the moment when she asked permission to hug Deric. "Oh my.""You can hug me anytime if you want," Deric said, "even in my sleeping state."Caraline suddenly looked up, straightening up. Her smile quickly grew. Was it possible that what Deric had just said was serious? If it was, she wouldn't hesitate to do it later that night."Stop saying stupid things." Caraline picked up the remote¸ and
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