On the road, Noah threw glances at Chloe seated in the passenger seat. He seemed deaf and blind to everything else around him as he mechanically turned the steering wheel. His mind was filled with images of Chloe worrying over Joseph. It was like an enlarged photo constantly flashing before him, and he felt as if his heart was tearing into two.He could not understand why Chloe still chose Joseph over him after everything he had done. Was his five years of feelings for her worth nothing?Noah had never felt this miserable before. Throughout his life, things he worked hard for would eventually yield results. Achieving excellence in his academic endeavors, devoting himself to Exotic Star, diligently preparing for his graduate exams… He thought it would be the same with Chloe. He thought that by being by her side day after day, bringing her favorite foods, buying delicious candies, and building their careers together, she would come to like him one day.But today, he realized how pathe
Ophelia searched around the bonfire but could not find Chloe anywhere. She handed her wine glass to Otto and said, "I'm going to make a call."He wrapped his arm around her waist and smiled. "Who are you calling?""Chloe. We made plans to deal with Xavia today, but Chloe’s nowhere to be found."Otto narrowed his eyes slightly. "Don't bother looking for her. Once we're married, I'll take care of Xavia for you."Ophelia pushed him away and sneered. "You? I'll be grateful as long as you don’t turn our family upside down.""I’d never do that to you," Otto said affectionately, but there was a hint of cunning in his eyes. "Darling, what's mine is yours. Once I take over Duskfall, you can handle Xavia however you want."The roles were well-defined in Duskfall, and nobody was to interfere with each other's tasks. Although he was not very clear on what tasks had been assigned to Xavia, he would not help Xavia, nor would he stop Ophelia. If Ophelia was willing to use the royal family's pow
Chloe was taken aback. Her thoughts were still foggy from just waking up. She recalled only drinking a glass of water that a helper had brought over last night, so how had she slept so soundly? If someone had entered her room, she should not have been completely oblivious to it.She pondered over the matter, and an answer slowly formed in her mind. Someone must have spiked her water. And other than Noah, she could not think of anyone else who would have done so. Chloe’s anger surged, and she pounded on the door with all her might. "Open the door!" The palms of her hands turned red from the force.After a few minutes, a helper came by. She cautiously approached the door and said, "I'm sorry, Ms. Chloe, but I don't have the key. I can't open the door.""Get me Noah then!" Chloe shouted."Mr. Noah isn't here. He went to work." "What about Grandpa?""Mr. Desmond left for an overseas trip this morning as arranged by Mr. Noah. He's not here either..."Chloe's pupils contracted. She
Blocking the doorway, Noah said as he stared at her, "Coco, please don’t provoke me. The consequences could be severe.""Putting sleeping pills in my water, taking my phone, locking me up, and sending my grandfather away… Who’s the one provoking whom?!""And do I not have reasons to do all this?" Despite his soft chuckle, Noah’s teeth clenched tightly. "Do you want me to say out loud the things you and Joseph were up to last night? Don't you find it embarrassing and disgraceful, or are you just used to it already?"Noah and Chloe had publicly acknowledged their relationship. Even before their engagement, they were already known as a couple. And while in that role, she maintained a questionable relationship with her ex-husband, causing him embarrassment on multiple occasions. The first time he discovered them doing such things, he believed she was forced and forgave her. But what about the second time? And the third? Did she not know how to say no? Why would she refuse to cut off con
At Fairlight, Ophelia stormed into Joseph's office. Ignoring Lucas, she shouted, "Where’s Chloe? I have a few choice words for her!"Chloe disappeared last night, and Ophelia could not reach her. Chloe did not answer her calls, nor did she reply to any of her messages. They had agreed to cooperate, but Chloe suddenly went off the grid.Ophelia could not tolerate the frustration, especially after watching Xavia preen like a peacock and play the violin all night. It annoyed her to no end. The worst part was that the uncultured commoners around her thought that Xavia had played well. Even after calling again today, Ophelia’s calls still went unanswered. She did not want to lose her temper, but she could not hold back anymore. She would not tolerate such disrespect. Joseph lifted his gaze from the pile of documents on his desk. His expression was calm as he asked, "Why are you looking for her?""Something urgent, of course. Just tell me where she is.""Don't you have her number?"
As soon as he had finished speaking, the helpers surrounded Chloe and unceremoniously pushed her into a room, leaving her with no opportunity to think or resist. This time, Noah had decided to lock her up in his room.Chloe felt perplexed as she stared at the helpers standing before her. As they followed Noah’s orders in such a respectful manner, she wondered if they had been brainwashed. She felt like an intruder in her own house."Coco, the fact that I managed to save you five years ago means that I have the power to lock you up again," Noah said. He sat next to her and tucked a strand of loose hair behind her ear. His movements were gentle, yet the words that came out of his mouth chilled Chloe to the bone.A wave of unprecedented nausea washed over Chloe. She pushed him away and said, "Have you finally decided to shed your pretense?" Hearing the word "pretense," Noah's face sank. "You see my kindness toward you as an act? Coco, I'm disappointed in you.""Was killing my child
From behind Joseph, Ophelia grumbled, "Why not install an elevator? Climbing stairs is so exhausting."Noah signaled to a nearby helper through the corner of his eye and the latter immediately positioned themselves at the doorway. "Ms. Chloe isn't feeling well and is asleep right now. Allow me to show you to the next room for some tea.""She's sick? What a coincidence. It just so happens that I brought a doctor with me," Joseph said. He clapped his hands and a man in a white coat promptly appeared.Putting on a fake smile, Noah continued, "We have our own doctor, so your service isn’t needed. Coco has fallen asleep, so let's not make a ruckus here and wake her up. The tea is ready. Please follow me.""I don't have time for tea. I have something important to ask Chloe. Go wake her up," Ophelia said as she looked at her watch impatiently."Xavia's not pregnant."Ophelia's eyes brightened. "Really? Is it confirmed?""Yes. Anything else you want to ask?""No, but where's the eviden
Noting the change in Joseph's expression, a hint of a smile played on Noah’s lips. He opened the bedroom door and entered.At five in the evening, Chloe had yet to come out of her room. Joseph had contemplated multiple times to just barge in and clarify things. Seeing how unforgiving she was toward him, she surely would not forgive Noah either.With that thought in mind, Joseph calmed himself. Holding onto his last hope, he briskly walked up to the door. He hoped that Chloe would not wholeheartedly believe Noah just because of his confession. He raised his hand to knock on the door, but before his knuckles made contact, he heard Chloe's voice from inside."Of course, I love you. Whenever I see Joseph, the only things I feel are disgust and nausea. We're about to get married, so stop talking about him, all right?""Alright, I’ll stop, but he's outside right now and has been waiting for you for a long time. Won't you go out and see him?""No, I've already said that I don't want to s