Inside the cave, Lena walked up to Bronson lazily. "Master, please wait a moment. Lunch will be ready soon."The man sat there year after year, his white hair covering his entire face.Even though the midday sunlight streamed in from the skylight, illuminating the entire cave, his appearance remained obscure.But at this moment, his voice was no longer as old, but instead hearty and deep, tinged with some displeasure."How long do you intend to entangle with those two men? I've told you, without that child, I won't save anyone."Lena's gaze flickered, and she frowned."Don't you often say that saving one life is of boundless beneficence?""That's for ordinary people. Those pampered young masters, even if I don't intervene, they still have a chance to survive."It just takes some effort and depends on timing.To unconditionally save some merchants who reek of money? They could dream on.Lena lowered her head, suddenly at a loss for what to do.Bronson snorted. "You defied my
Bronson explained, "I'm just afraid that you will be hurt."Lena couldn't understand what he was trying to imply.He asked, "Do you have feelings for Calvin?"At this, Lena blushed and avoided his gaze."If you think he's the one for you, I'll arrange your engagement to him. If he agrees, then I will do whatever they ask."Lena hesitated when she heard his proposal.He would have Calvin marry her?Could it be that everything Master did was for her own good?She wasn't sure if it was true.She hadn't even met Calvin when Master made things difficult for them before. Was he doing it all because he was afraid she would be taken advantage of?Bronson continued despite Lena's confusion, "Don't say another word. Go ask Calvin yourself. If he is willing to marry you, then so be it."Of course, the child must take me as his master. He does not need to stay by my side for 17 years, but he shall take my medicine."The poison has a limited effect, and it activates once a year. In othe
She didn't want to go against her master's wishes.Calvin glanced at Lena, certain that she wasn't joking.No wonder Curtis seemed a bit off during the first few days. It turned out that he was sick. But was it fair for Calvin to marry someone he wasn't into just for Curtis' sake?If he married someone else, then what about Natalie?Calvin was about to refuse but Lena immediately added, "And also, think about the woman who came with you earlier, Margot. Her health isn't good, and she can no longer bear children."Lena summoned up her courage and continued, "If you marry me, my master will give her medicine so she can have children in the future."Perhaps, she was also a bit selfish for wanting to be with this man.Although they shared no feelings and didn't understand each other, didn't marriages used to be arranged by parents and matchmakers?Many couples in historical times got married without meeting each other beforehand. She believed that they would gradually develop feeli
Curtis returned for dinner and noticed Calvin leaving. Seeing his pale complexion, he asked, "Where are you going? Is the meal not ready?"Calvin stopped in his tracks. He turned back to stare at Curtis expressionlessly. "Do you have heart failure?"Curtis didn't deny it. "Yes.""How long longer can you live?""I don't know.""Why don't you seek medical treatment instead of coming to the countryside to find this miracle doctor?"Perhaps modern technology could cure Curtis' illness. He wouldn't have to sacrifice his marriage then.Curtis shook his head. "I couldn't find a suitable heart. I've cooperated with the doctors for treatment, but it hasn't been effective.""So you came to find the miracle doctor for this reason?""Yes."Calvin fell silent. He saw no reason to resist the miracle doctor's request for his sister. What about Natalie?He felt a stab of sadness and shame as he thought about her."What's wrong?" Curtis noticed his bad complexion and asked."It's nothing.
Margot and Natalie climbed the mountain for two hours and finally reached halfway up the mountain.They found a rock to sit on and rest.It was evening. The sun was setting in the west, and the afterglow spilled across the sky. It dyed the clouds hanging in the air red and created a stunning sight.Margot couldn't help but take a few photos with her phone.She asked, "Isn't this place beautiful?"Natalie nodded. "I always thought I could only see the sunset glow on the mountaintop or by the sea. I didn't expect to see it here either. Coupled with the peaks and ridges on the opposite side, it looks just like a painting."Margot said, "Last time we came, it was raining. When we woke up in the morning, the peaks on the opposite side were covered in mist, just like an ink painting. It was beautiful."She felt the air here was good. If they had a house here, they could come for a vacation and escape the summer heat every year, which would be great.Natalie looked at the time on her
Natalie asserted confidently.Margot knew it was Curtis, but she was unwilling to believe it.She even felt he wasn't good enough for her. Of course, that was a joke.She suppressed her laughter and turned to face the "cowherd", awkwardly saying, "Uh... Are you feeling better now?"Curtis' expression had already darkened.In the previous second, he was thinking how embarrassing it was for Margot to see him like this. He wished he could find a hole to hide in.But she had already seen him. Would she be disappointed seeing him like this?She would probably think that he wasn't good enough for her anymore.Curtis, who was insecure, felt that he wasn't worthy of her now.To salvage his pride, he maintained a composed and still handsome face while asking coldly, "What are you doing here?"Margot didn't expect Curtis' attitude to still be so cold.She said, "We came to see what you're doing here and why you haven't returned for so long.""Didn't I make it clear to you before? Who
Curtis' attitude truly chilled Margot's heart. However, when she thought that he might have persuaded the miracle doctor and didn't want her to bring her daughter for fear of the doctor changing his decision, she could only choose to understand him.After all, she knew him well. If he didn't have a reason, he wouldn't treat her like this.Curtis didn't want to face them, so he turned his back on them. "Calvin doesn't want to see her either. I advise you not to make yourselves unhappy. If you take another step forward, you'll regret it."He was afraid that he would soften if he looked at her again. He then led the cow away. "Don't follow me anymore. I'll let Calvin come down and talk to you."Margot and Natalie didn't follow.Margot didn't fully understand his words, so Natalie asked, "What does he mean by saying that Calvin doesn't want to see me?"Margot couldn't guess either, but she comforted herself, "Could it be that they've persuaded the miracle doctor? Perhaps the doctor t
A gentle breeze blew, bringing some coolness. However, their dread stemmed from their unfamiliarity with the mountains.Margot breathed a sigh of relief when they noticed a beam of light approaching from a distance. It was a familiar figure.But before she could speak, his deep voice sounded, "Let's go. I'll escort you down the mountain."Margot was puzzled when she saw only Curtis come. "Why are you alone? Where's Calvin?""He's busy and can't come," he replied.He gestured toward the two women in front of him. "Let's go."Natalie stood still. Margot didn't move either. She said, "We've come all this way. We should at least see each other, right?"Curtis' cold attitude toward her was one thing. But why didn't Calvin come to see Natalie?He liked her so much. Wouldn't he miss her after being away from her for over ten days? Didn't they realize that she and Natalie had climbed the mountain for two hours, exhausted and thirsty, just to see them as soon as possible?Curtis didn't
Curtis didn't argue with her, and instead, he took her hand and led her inside.Margot noticed that despite Curtis' stern demeanor, he still showed care for her through his actions. She smiled knowingly and playfully asked while walking beside him, "What, can't find me at certain times and you're worried I ran off with someone else?"Curtis glanced at her and scoffed."Would you dare? If you dare run off with someone else, I'll break your legs."Despite speaking harsh words, the expression on the face and the gaze in the eyes directed at Margot were so gentle, it seemed as if they could bring forth tears.Margot listened to his violent words and stared at him, "Say it again, whose legs are you going to break?"Curtis was standing there. Although he still had a bit of presence, his facial expression already showed defeat.Before he could try to please his wife again, Margot had already brushed past him and slipped through the mansion's front doors.While running, he shouted, "An
So Gabriel had to personally drive her wherever she needed to go.Curtis listened to the two people and narrowed his eyes again."Who else?""Anthony."Anthony?Curtis was momentarily taken aback.Then, he saw Anthony coming out of the kitchen wearing an apron and carrying a plate, and walking into the dining room.He set down his coat and told Luna, "You sit, I'll go help.""Go ahead."Curtis followed into the kitchen and saw that Anthony and Gabriel were acting as if they were in their own home, helping themselves to whatever they wanted to eat and making it themselves.He also felt a bit embarrassed and walked over, saying, "It's not right to have you cook since you're visiting, let me do it instead."Gabriel glanced at him and said, "We all treat you like one of us, so why are you being so formal with us?"Anthony responded, "I'm making it for my wife, after all, she only eats the food that I make."Curtis shook his head helplessly.They were showing off their relatio
Margot and Lena turned their heads at the same time.Jordan was dressed in a British-style uniform with a backpack. At eight years old, he stood around four feet tall. His smile was like a little ray of sunshine and could really brighten anyone's day.He shouted, "Mom, Aunt Lena, did you come specifically to pick me up?"Every time Margot heard Jordan call her "mom," it filled her heart with warmth.She raised her hand to give him a hug, gently ruffled his hair, and said, "Of course I'm here to pick you up, get in the car.""It's been a month since I last saw you, and you've grown taller."Lena pulled Jordan onto the vehicle and started driving.Sitting in the car, Jordan couldn't help but smile as he looked at his senior.Lena looked at him and smiled, "Living here, how does it compare to being up in the mountains?"Jordan's eyes landed on Margot, filled with warmth and joy."Wherever my mom and dad are, I feel is the best place. Of course, I'm not saying that being with Mas
Margot greeted them with a smile, saying, "I thought you two would be quietly enjoying your romantic time at the estate. I didn't expect you'd come over to see us!"Lena reached out and gently pinched Louis' round cheeks, then looked at Margot and said, "You keep saying that, but you're not working, so why don't you come visit us?""I'm at home taking care of the kids. You have no idea how challenging it is.""Heh, you're just unfairly blaming Louis. Our little Louis is clearly very well-behaved."Lena ignored Margot and couldn't help but give Louis a couple of kisses after picking him up.Anthony walked over and asked, "Where is everyone else?"Margot motioned for them to come over and sit down, then poured them some water."Natalie just had her baby not long ago, and my in-laws went with Natalie's parents and the others to visit the babies, and they're also going to visit Dad."Whenever Anthony talked about his oblivious elderly father, he got frustrated.He didn't ask any m
Frederick, exuding the presence of the head of the family, welcomed the arriving in-laws with a smile.Afterwards, he behaved well and didn't mention anything about Yasmine, nor did he cause any trouble with his sons.The in-laws were very careful not to mention Frederick's injury, as they didn't want to hurt his pride.Daniel saw how lively it was at home and decided to bring Ena's mother over so that the in-laws could take the opportunity to get to know each other better.In the days that followed, everyone got along very well.In Amberville, Alice Manor.Anthony and Lena were enjoying a peaceful and romantic time together here. No one was bothering them, and they were not going out to work.The two of them spent the entire day cozied up at home.It involved either snacking while watching a movie or playing games followed by some cuddling and kissing.Anthony often made delicious food for Lena and took care of her so well that she seemed completely pampered.This caused Len
"If you won't let me bring her into the family, fine, I'll set up a large estate elsewhere. When the time comes, I won't let you in either."Daniel felt that his father was quite childish.He chuckled and said, "How about this, once the guests leave, I'll take you back to Yasmine. Then you can tell her that you've cut all ties with us and you want nothing. At that point, Yasmine is still willing to stay by your side and take care of you, then we'll do as you wish. How about that?Regarding the greedy Coran siblings, it was important to know that their father didn't have anything valuable left on him, and they wouldn't gain any benefits either.It would be surprising if she still stayed by Frederick's side."Don't underestimate people; Yasmine's love for me is genuine."Frederick didn't want to bet with Daniel.Human nature was something that shouldn't be gambled on.Daniel laughed again. "Are you afraid of losing, Dad?"Frederick stared at Daniel and said, "When have I ever be
Yasmine was not happy when she heard she would be left alone.She knelt beside Frederick, holding his hand and pleading desperately, "Frederick, you can't do this. You can't leave me here alone. If you leave, they'll treat me badly again, just like before. Can you take me with you? Even if it's just to be your nanny, I'm begging you!"Frederick could not stand seeing women cry.When Yasmine pleaded like that, he softened and turned to look at Daniel.Daniel, with a blank expression, said, "Dad, do you really want your in-laws to see you like this?"Frederick also looked upset and said in a serious tone:"Couldn't you say she's my nanny? Who would know?""We have kids at home, do they lie?"Frederick had no choice but to turn to Yasmine and said, "Just stay here. They won’t dare bother you again. I'm leaving now."He raised his hand to signal Daniel to push the wheelchair.Daniel pushed the wheelchair forward.However, Yasmine was unwilling and tried to stop it again.The he
"Are we supposed to live here for the rest of our lives? Even if we have to stay here, at least give us the freedom to come and go as we please."Look at how they've sent so many people to watch over us again, clearly treating us like prisoners."Noticing that Frederick's expression was starting to soften, Yasmine continued to stoke the fire."Tell me, is there any way sons should be treating their father like this? They just want to drive you to your limits so they can split up your assets. Frederick, you can't let them have their way, or else you'll spend your whole life working tirelessly for them only to end up in such a miserable situation. How pitiable that would be.Frederick was speechless.He didn't want to go back. But if he did, his sons would have to treat him with great respect.He hoped that Calvin would bring the military seal, and it had been two days now, yet they still hadn't delivered it to him.Was he really planning on not giving it to him?As soon as he th
She ignored him, and Tommy didn't take the initiative to talk to her either to avoid making her overthink.After sitting in the living room for a while, he waited for all the members of the Crosby family to come downstairs. Once they did, he followed them to the dining room for a meal.As soon as Tommy arrived, Laura put down her fork, got up, and without looking back, said, "Enjoy your meal, I'm heading to the university.""Heading out so early?" Ashley asked.However, she didn't respond and slipped out the door directly.Elias said, "There's an exam coming up, so she's been very focused. She goes in early every day."Curtis and the others didn't seem to mind and invited Tommy to sit down.Only Margot knew why Laura walked so quickly.It was because Tommy was here.Laura had a crush on this big celebrity, and since she couldn't be with him, it was naturally difficult for her to interact with him further.So it was completely understandable that she avoided him whenever she s