It was a struggle for Patrick to speak those words, burdened by the knowledge of Belle's mistreatment of Violet. But he was Belle's husband, after all. It seemed only right for him to pay her a visit."I'll come along." Violet generously offered, showing no objection.Patrick nodded as he patted he
"Vivi." Oliver was worried. "How's your dad?""I have no idea," she said, shaking her head and concealing her face in the shadows."You shouldn’t worry too much." Oliver tried to comfort her.He approached, intending to intended to embrace her, but she avoided him.His brows furrowed in pain, and he
Patrick sagged into the chair after Violet departed, consumed by a sense of powerlessness. He couldn't stop feeling despicable after shoving Violet away in such a cruel manner. Nevertheless, Emily was Belle's child. He couldn't defend his wife, but he could at least protect her child in appreciati
Violet recoiled in shock.The chauffeur stepped out to open the car door for Emily, who made a grand exit from the vehicle.Emily strode over and taunted Violet. "Violet, that scene earlier was quite entertaining. There's nothing more delightful to me than seeing you flee in despair!"And just so yo
Violet's initial visit to the Imperial Palace Mall turned out to be quite the revelation.Despite coming from a wealthy family, the opulence and grandeur she encountered there were astonishing. The least expensive items on offer could easily surpass the yearly income of the average person.Prices so
The atmosphere was thick with tension.In the quiet room, Violet could hear nothing but her own heart racing, thumping loudly as if it might leap out of her chest. She dared not think or look, but she knew Lucius's expression was one of dissatisfaction."Why?"It took Lucius a while to speak, and w
"Emily, enough with the insults toward Vivi!" Oliver chastised sternly, and his presence was intimidating.Stunned once more, she gripped her hands so hard that it hurt. She let the pain overcome her.Why did it seem like she was the only one suffering? Always the one feeling the brunt of the pain.
"No... and yes. I'm just worried about something happening to you," she replied hesitantly.Her cheeks had turned red as she struggled to make her point. In that moment, Lucius' formerly tormented heart found peace."Put me down. I can walk," Violet insisted, struggling in his embrace.Lucius held