Seizing the opportunity, Shawn quickly stepped on the gas pedal to escape.Their coordination was impeccable. However, though the plan succeeded, the inertia was too great. Hazel was yanked out of the van, crashing to the ground with a loud thud and rolling quite a distance."Hazel!" Grace screamed, her heart pounding hard. She couldn't fathom how severe Hazel's injuries might be.Shawn glanced at the rearview mirror, secretly admiring Hazel's bravery.The farm was just ahead. He had sent word in advance, and someone was there to guard it. As the gate opened, the van passed through. Then, the gate was swiftly closed behind them.Benjamin couldn't follow.Grace panted heavily. But after three seconds, she got out of the van and rushed out. "Hazel!"Shawn quickly got out and grabbed her arm. "This is a society governed by law. Benjamin shouldn't be so deranged as to harm her.""I need to go check on her. Since we've brought Reina's daughter here, Benjamin can't do anything to her
At this moment, Larry hurried over from the car, attempting to pull Shawn away.Shawn's presence was overpowering. "Try touching me."Larry's hand froze in midair. His expression showed his anxiousness. "No matter what, you're the eldest son of the Hawkins family and Mr. Benjamin's brother. You shouldn't have pushed things to this point. Hawkins Group is going to be doomed, and so is the Hawkins family."Larry was wrong. He thought saying these words would sway Shawn, but the latter's expression remained cold and unmoved.Larry added urgently, "If the Hawkins family falls, Mrs. Hawkins Senior will be left alone in her final moments. Is that what you want to see?"That hit the mark.Shawn smirked, showing a trace of blood at the corner of his mouth. He quickly stood up."Threatening me with Grandma won't end well for you, and I won't let you succeed."Benjamin also sat up from the ground, resting his hands on his knees. He chuckled. "I'm just curious. Are your feelings for Gra
Grace was beautiful and poised. Noticing her worry for Shawn, Zain couldn't help but feel puzzled. "Young lady, what's your relationship with Shawn?"Grace snapped out of her thoughts and realized that he had misunderstood. "We're friends. He helped me out."Upon hearing this, Zain visibly deflated for a moment before composing himself. "Shawn's a good kid. He's responsible and committed. Maybe not as good-looking as before, but that doesn't matter. He's a good person."Grace was confused. "Was he very good-looking before?""He was outstanding! Back when he was in college, girls who confessed to him would come to our house." Zain exaggerated.Grace couldn't help but laugh at his words. This eased some tension in the atmosphere."Did he agree to any of them?""If he had, would he still be single?" Zain clicked his tongue, nudging Grace with his arm. "Seize the opportunity.""I'm not—" Before Grace could finish her sentence, the sound of a vehicle approached from the entrance.S
"Deceased?" Shawn couldn't help but clench his fists.He had known that Grace was secretly investigating the Hawkins family, but he hadn't expected her to be so brave as to risk herself to get into Hawkins Manor. He didn't know her reasons for insisting on digging into these matters.They were secrets, but sitting beside him now, Grace inexplicably felt like she could confide in him."Did you know that I was Benjamin's ex-wife?""I did. You're all public figures. I've heard about it."Grace suddenly found that explaining everything clearly was quite difficult, so she chose her words carefully. "I have a friend... also related to the Hawkins family. He passed away because of Benjamin and his mom. I want to seek justice for him."Grace often looked directly into the eyes of the person she was talking to, speaking with a genuine tone that made her appear sincere.At her words, Shawn's eyes stung slightly. He raised his eyebrows to mask the changes in his expression. "Was that f
With Shawn's assurance, Grace felt somewhat relieved. "Dr. Simpson, I'll arrange for someone to take care of her. Medical expenses are not an issue. Please do your best."Cael nodded and exchanged a glance with Shawn before walking out with him."I've seen her. Is she the lady from Coronia?"Shawn leaned against the sun-warmed wall, his gaze wistful. "Mind your own business, Cael. That's all in the past.""What do you mean it's in the past? It doesn't seem like you've moved on. These past few years have changed you so much. She must have had some influence.""She has a boyfriend now and is doing well."Cael was silenced with just one sentence. He clicked his tongue, then patted Shawn's shoulder. "You two aren't meant to be."…"What's your name?" Grace squatted beside Diana's bed and held her hand gently. "You can trust me. I mean no harm.""D-Diana." Her voice was weak."I know you used to dance. Don't lose hope. Once we get to the hospital, I'll arrange for your rehabilitat
At the same time, the world outside the farm had taken a turn.Xander was taken away by Securities and Exchange Commission officials while he was in a meeting at Futurelink. He was seated at the head of the table in a white shirt, blending the essence of manhood and youth perfectly.The secretary couldn't stop the officials. "Mr. Fulton's meeting isn't over yet."The group in uniforms barged in, showing their credentials. "Sorry, Mr. Fulton, but you need to come with us."Xander glanced at them briefly and remained calm. "Give me five minutes to conclude the meeting."He was cool and collected, without a hint of panic, exuding the demeanor of a seasoned leader.It wasn't a difficult request to meet, so the leader of the group nodded and stepped aside.Xander said five minutes, and he meant exactly that. He efficiently planned Futurelink's tasks for the next few days, even considering the PR department. "Keep public opinion to a minimum. Don't let it affect the stock price."A
Shawn watched as Grace quickly dialed the number. Her expression shifted from anticipation to disappointment."He's not answering?"Grace nodded. "He's probably busy. I'll send him a text."Shawn didn't stop her. He recalled the news he had received during the day and figured out what was going on.Xander was being investigated, so no calls or messages would get through. Grace calling wouldn't change anything."Thank you, Shawn." After sending the message, Grace felt a bit relieved. "If he calls you back, please let me know, no matter how late it is."Shawn nodded and added, "You're not used to sleeping here, are you? I'll ask Zain's wife, Layla, to give you an extra blanket tomorrow."The bed was a bit hard, but Grace wasn't fussy. She quickly waved her hand. "Don't trouble Zain and Layla. I can sleep.""It's midnight, and you're still not asleep. You haven't slept in places like this, right?" Shawn hit the nail on the head.Grace smiled bashfully upon being called out. Then,
The spring night wasn't cold anymore, yet Shawn felt waves of chill in the room."If Xander was so good to you, why did you end up falling for Benjamin?"In Grace's mind, it wasn't Benjamin she was thinking of, but Alexander. She smiled wryly. "I was young. Maybe I mistook a fleeting flutter for genuine affection."Only now did she know who truly loved her and made her feel a sense of belonging.Smiling, Shawn nodded. "Don't miss this chance. Mr. Fulton cares a lot about you.""He's waited for me for many years," Grace said casually. Realizing it was too late to stay, she bid him farewell and left the room.As the door closed, the sound of a man leaning heavily against the door rang out. Walking halfway, Grace turned around in surprise, but the sound had disappeared.She thought she was hearing things.…Hazel had said that she needed Grace to take care of her, but there wasn't much for the latter to do. Grace's day was boring. She spent most of her time in the yard.Zain was