Her trembling only fueled Lucius's rage. He yelled furiously, "Why didn't you let go of the bag? Isn't your life more important than a bag?"Violet's eyes reddened from his yelling. She thought that she was being unfairly blamed. Tears streamed down her face.She cried and yelled, "It's your fault.
Violet pondered to herself, slightly irritated. Is he criticizing my bloodied appearance? The way he put it...She bit her lower lip in response to Lucius's nasty description. Furthermore, she was wearing a skirt instead of pants."So scrawny!" His criticisms were relentless.His tone implied disin
After sorting her things, Violet waited for Naomi's arrival.Lucius emerged from his shower in a bathrobe, partially exposing his toned chest.Violet stood awkwardly, announcing, "I should leave now.""Where to?" he asked in displeasure as he dried his hair with a towel."I'm going home," she replie
Violet recognized Oliver's car among his other possessions, so its presence did not surprise her.She could not help but stop when Oliver exited the car and stood in front of her.Violet wore trousers today that disguised the wounds from the night before.Oliver could not discern the extent of her i
Upon opening the door, she found herself drawn to his figure.Then she could not help but remember his reaction from the night before. She found the scenario troubling.Regaining her composure, she queried, "What brings you here?"Lucius spun around. His profile was sharp and smooth."Why did you co
"Why did you suddenly decide to come here?" Oliver asked, pulling his attention away from Violet to question Emily beside him.With her ever-charming demeanor, Emily replied with a smile, "I used to work here and just felt like visiting."She had resumed her position as secretary in her family's com
Her words conveyed deep affection and sacrifice. "I love you so much, I'd do anything for you. But if you..."Oliver reassured her, "It's not like that. My true feelings are for you, and I will love you forever."Stroking her hair seemed to relax her, but his words seemed like a speech he gave to co
"Hey..." Violet attempted to resist, yet Lucius held her firmly, his strength clearly surpassing hers.She had no choice but to sit silently alongside him because she could not break free of his grip.Lucius seemed content with her compliance and relaxed his brow.Silence enveloped them. The air aro