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54：She Couldn't Refuse
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Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 55: What's My Worth?
Lizzie tightened her thin coat around her, but the chill of the late autumn night still penetrated through, sending a shiver down her spine. She should've walked faster, but she didn't. Instead, she trudged on, facing the cold wind without quickening her pace because of Bruno's call. She didn't want to see him. Why did he call her today?What should’ve been a ten-minute walk had taken Lizzie half an hour. Upon entering the living room, she was choked by the heavy smoke that filled the room. She kicked off her shoes, walked to the window, and opened it. Yet, an uninvited gust of cold wind blew in, causing the sheer curtain to flutter. Lizzie remained silent, opting to stand by the window even though the cold wind made her shiver.Snuffing out his cigarette, Bruno got up and walked to the window. He wrapped his arms around her from behind. His proximity made her uncomfortable. She tried to wriggle free of his grip, but the more she struggled, the tighter his grip became."Where have you
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 56: Destroy what should be destroyed, gain what should be gained
"Bruno, don't you ever think about seducing me when you're not interested," Bruno told Lizzie in a kingly manner before walking into the bathroom, his clothes in hand, leaving Lizzie standing by the window, her bathrobe draped over her almost non-existent figure, bathed in the moonlight, looking vulnerable, as if she would disappear at any moment.Bruno came out, dressed, his cold gaze sweeping over Lizzie's lonely figure, not a word was said as he left the apartment. The slamming of the door echoing his anger.He had left. He had finally left.Lizzie ripped the check on the bed into pieces, her body slumped onto the white shaggy carpet. Why would he think she was after his money? Why would he see her as such a woman? If he hated her, why not let her go?Tears fell as she looked at the torn pieces of the check. She wasn't this fragile! She was strong!Meanwhile, Bruno was driving aimlessly, the cold wind blowing in through the open window, but it wasn't enough to clear his head. What
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 57: Don't Blame Me For Being Heartless, You Brought It Upon Yourself
Throughout the entire morning, Lizzie was absentminded. Louise nudged her shoulder, "Lizzie, Lizzie.""Huh, what?" Lizzie finally snapped back to reality, looking at Louise in confusion, "What were you saying, Louise?""Lizzie, what's on your mind? Class is over, and you're still daydreaming!" Louise knitted her brows, "Is something bothering you?"Lizzie shook her head, "It's nothing really, let's go!""Are you sure you're okay?" Louise walked with her across the verdant campus."Yep," Lizzie replied faintly. She didn't want to let Louise know that she was considering taking up another part-time job, especially since she hadn’t landed one yet."We have two more classes this afternoon. Let's have a hearty lunch! You're losing weight, aren’t you?" Louise noted while holding her slender arm."No way, I haven’t lost weight!" Lizzie denied, "Come on, let's go, aren't we getting something delicious to eat?""Okay," Louise nodded, and drove Lizzie to the prestigious Ming Hao Hotel, "Louise,
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 58: What's Wrong with a Misunderstanding?
Moonlight poured down, casting a hazy glow. Lizzie, drained from a day's work, stepped out of the upscale hotel. A gust of chilly wind made her slender figure shiver. Checking the time, she realized it was already past ten at night. The buses must have stopped running. Bundling up in her coat, she started to walk briskly towards her apartment.Almost half an hour later, she finally arrived at her apartment. The grand room was still shrouded in darkness. Bathed in the faint moonlight, Lizzie let her weary body sink into the soft couch. It had been several days of working part-time right after her classes until ten at night. Although she was exhausted, she felt a sense of fulfillment.Bruno seemed to have disappeared recently, not returning to the apartment. Perhaps he was too busy, or on a business trip, or perhaps he was nestled in the arms of another woman. Lizzie knew this was his apartment, but it was merely a refuge for her, not a home for either of them.Thinking about this, a sm
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 59: Perhaps I could see her
Bruno turned his back, pulling open the curtains, revealing the hint of dawn on the horizon. He sank into his leather chair, closing his eyes to rest.The alarm rang out in the spacious bedroom. Lizzie frowned at the intrusive sound. It wasn't until after it had echoed persistently, that she finally got up from her place on the couch and grabbed her phone from her handbag to switch it off. She had forgotten to turn off the alarm the previous night, as she had no classes today. Replacing her phone back into her bag, she noticed the cushion that had fallen on the floor. It occurred to her that she fell asleep on the couch the previous night. How did she end up on the bed? Could it be him? That was hardly possible!However, if it wasn't him, how did she end up on the bed?She glanced at the closed bedroom door. She must have been really exhausted last night, she even left the drawer of her dressing table open. She ran her fingers through her messy hair, threw on a coat, and left the bedr
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 60: This million will certainly be well spent
Ruoya left the room with a face full of smiles. "Jacob, I won't bother you any longer." She had more important things to do now; she needed to prepare the most gorgeous evening gown for tomorrow's banquet."Sure, go ahead! I'll pick you up tomorrow." Jacob said, smiling until her figure disappeared from his office.He opened his drawer and took out a long, red box. The heart-shaped necklace glimmered up at him. She had finally refused to accept the necklace, which was essentially her way of telling him she was moving on. Jacob put the necklace back in the drawer and pulled out a photo from underneath. His fingers caressed the smiling face in the photo – a picture he had taken of her a year ago. That smile had always made his heart flutter.He stared at the photo in a daze, only snapping back to reality when a knock sounded on his office door. "Come in."He temporarily put everything to do with Lizzie aside. He would have to forget about her for now. But he knew he could never truly fo
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 61: Two Men Crossing Swords, Only for Her
Bruno stopped in his tracks, reaching out to gently touch her face, "You're beautiful, your earrings are beautiful, but you are even more so." His face wore a soft smile, but his dark eyes were unfathomable.Adeline's smile was even sweeter, as she took his arm, "Let's go! We shouldn't be late."The moment they stepped into the hotel banquet hall, they were met with numerous curious gazes. Many saw Bruno and Adeline as the perfect couple, responding to the guests' stares with nothing but smiles.With a screech, a black Benz pulled up. Through the car window, Jacob saw Bruno and Adeline together, and wondered, wasn't Lizzie supposed to come? What does this mean?Ruoya followed Jacob's gaze and saw Bruno arm in arm with another woman. A triumphant smile spread across her face in the next second."Jacob?" Ruoya gently called out to him."Let's go!" Jacob parked the car and walked around to the passenger side, helping Ruoya out of the car. Dressed in a stunning red strapless gown, with wa
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 62: How Could She Be Here
Adeline stood in front of the long table, holding a small plate with a piece of cream cake on it. She stood there in a daze, but her eyes were fixed on Lizzie sitting at the piano. Though Lizzie was only wearing a simple and elegant white dress, her long hair casually draped over her shoulders, and a faint smile on her lips, her eyes slightly lowered, her fair face devoid of any makeup, in the light, she appeared even more delicate and porcelain-like.Adeline couldn't help but feel jealous of Lizzie's understated beauty. She reached up to touch the diamond earrings on her ears, then set down the plate and walked towards the restroom. Standing in front of the mirror, she took out a compact from her bag and touched up her makeup, applying a light pink lip gloss. Looking at her flawless face in the mirror, the slightly upturned corners of her lips, and the chilling cunningness emanating from her beautiful eyes, she delicately removed one of the earrings and waved it in front of her eyes.
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Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 172: The Promise of a Lifetime（The End）
On a sunny weekend, a month later, Bruno drove with Lizzie to the orphanage.Although it was already afternoon, the orphanage was still bustling with activity. Bruno walked hand in hand with Lizzie through the sprawling garden, watching the children running around on the grass, unaffected by the heat. Among them was Adeline.Her once long hair had been cut into a stylish short style, making her look refreshed.There was a pure and genuine smile on her face, devoid of any traces of pain. She had forgotten the past, forgotten the pain she had endured. She was genuinely happy.Xu Wan approached them. "Adeline has been doing well during this time."She stood beside Bruno and Lizzie, reminiscing about Adeline's past. "Adeline used to have a strong sense of inferiority because she felt abandoned by her parents. She always wore a mask of strength and tried to distance herself from this place. But who would have thought that after all these years, she would come back completely transformed."
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 171 Chapter 171: Adeline's Fate
Bruno gave a nod, "Alright, I understand. I'll accompany Lizzie.""But, boss, what about Adeline?" Lycan spoke up, noticing that Bruno hadn't mentioned Adeline at all."How is she?" Bruno asked flatly. Even though Adeline had taken a bullet for him, his attitude toward her hadn't changed."The details are still unclear. She's currently in surgery," Lycan reported, "What if the situation isn't promising?" Given Adeline's critical condition upon being taken to the hospital, it was uncertain if she'd survive."We'll cross that bridge when we come to it. Keep a watch on her and keep me updated. Lizzie was deeply shaken by this. I need to be with her." Having said that, Bruno retreated into the patient room.Watching the closed door, Jepan murmured, "Lycan, did you notice? The boss doesn't really care about Adeline, even if she took a bullet for him. He didn't even blink.""I know. In his heart, there is only room for Lizzie. She must be scared after what happened. And if the bullet had hi
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 170: Aren't you afraid to die?
Lizzie struggled with all her might, but her white blouse was ripped apart, buttons scattering across the floor.Charles stared at her exposed, smooth skin, his eyes locked onto her."Bruno certainly has a good eye," Charles remarked, tut-tutting softly.Lizzie pursed her lips in anger. The way Charles was looking at her felt like an insult."It's just the two of us here. Don't be shy." Charles pulled her close into his arms, planting a kiss on her cheek. The light contact made her feel nauseous from the bottom of her heart.Just as Charles was about to rip off the remainder of her blouse, a loud commotion erupted outside.Before they could react, the wooden door was kicked down. Bruno, dressed in a black suit, stood at the entrance."Bruno," Lizzie cried out in relief. Her heart, held tight with worry, finally eased. She tried to move towards him, but Charles held her back.Charles was taken aback by Bruno's appearance. "Bruno?""So you recognize me, and yet you dare touch my woman."
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 169: Everything on the Line for Her
Lizzie was tied up, unable to move. Even if she wanted to escape from the high-rise building, she was trapped.Footsteps echoed from outside. The sound of shoes on concrete indicated there were a lot of people approaching. Lizzie shrunk into a corner as the door was thrust open, and to her surprise, Charles was the first to enter."You," Lizzie looked up at him."Miss Lizzie, hello. We meet again." Charles approached her, looking down from his superior height."What do you want?" Lizzie was taken aback; she never expected it would be him.Charles crouched down to her level. "Of course, I've been thinking about you." He caressed her face gently, "I've missed this soft cheek of yours."He was ready to risk it all for her. Bruno had canceled their partnership because of her. Charles wouldn't be lenient either.Lizzie turned her face away, "Don't touch me. Take your dirty hands off me." Was this man really intending to possess her? Just because of that one meeting at the nightclub?"Miss
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 168 Lizzie is being hunted
Just as Lizzie had risen and was attempting to guide Yelun back to the villa, two men suddenly appeared beside her. They forcefully shoved Yelun's wheelchair away from her grasp. "You guys..." Lizzie advanced to grab the wheelchair, but was held back by one man gripping her arm, preventing her from moving forward.Helplessly, Lizzie watched as Yelun's wheelchair rolled a considerable distance before tipping over, taking him with it.She tried to scream for help, only to realize the park was eerily devoid of people."Who are you and what do you want? Let me go!" Lizzie struggled in vain against their firm grip."Dad!" She yelled, but was swiftly restrained by the two men and forced into a vehicle.With the engine roaring to life, Lizzie watched as the park faded into the distance. She frantically pounded on the car window shouting, "Let me out, let me out!"The car sped further away, and Lizzie swivelled around to look at her captors. She reached for her mobile phone, only to realize i
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 167: It's Because I Care
Bruno rose from his seat and walked over to her. "How did you get here? Did you drive yourself?" he asked. "Yes," Lizzie nodded. "Don't worry, I drove carefully." She was aware that her driving skills were not the best, so she seldom drove on her own. "Next time, let me know if you want to go out. I'll come pick you up," Bruno said, gripping her hand tightly. Lizzie nestled into his arms with a smile. "Understood. You must be hungry. Let's eat before the food gets cold. I made this meal myself." She led him to the couch, opened the lunchbox she had brought, and prepared to serve the food. "Nothing beats having a wife who knows how to take care of me and cook such delicious meals," Bruno said, wrapping one arm around her while picking up the chopsticks with the other hand. He reached out to feed her a bite. "You haven't eaten yet, have you? Try this." "I had a late breakfast. I'm not hungry yet." Despite her words, Lizzie accepted the piece of braised pork he held out to h
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 166: The Scent of Another Woman's Perfume
"Bruno, Bruno," Adeline watched as the elevator doors closed, was he really so heartless? Just to go back to Lizzie, he could abandon her so easily.Jepan stood beside her, watching Adeline's pale face, "Adeline, should we go? Do you need me to carry you?" he teased, grinning wickedly.Adeline was about to respond when Jepan interrupted her, "I might have thought about it, but I don't have the guts. I don't want to be misunderstood by Louise.""YOU!" Adeline glared at Jepan, who had never shown any kindness towards her. Especially now, when even Bruno had abandoned her, he became even more ruthless."No need, I can walk on my own." Adeline hobbled slightly as she entered the elevator, Jepan followed with a leisurely laugh.Bruno drove back to the villa at top speed. The villa was still brightly lit, were they not sleeping yet?In the living room, Lizzie held their son, both sitting there. Lizzie had a finance magazine in her hand, and their son was playing video games in front of the
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 165: The Woman Madly in Love
The hotel banquet hall, Bruno in a black suit, with Jepan trailing him, still dressed casually."Boss, did you come in person because you wanted to confirm something?" Jepan asked."Isn't Charles coming too?" Bruno looked at Jepan, his smile inscrutable.Jepan nodded, "Boss, I bet you don't know someone else is coming.""Who?" As Bruno's words fell, a familiar voice came from behind."Bruno." Adeline, dressed in a graceful purple, approached from behind.Bruno's face fell as he watched Adeline approach him."Boss, I guess I'll go in first." Jepan wisely withdrew, regretting he hadn’t warned Bruno earlier.Seeing the gloom on Bruno's face, Jepan figured it was best to make himself scarce.Bruno was about to move forward when Adeline grabbed his arm, "Bruno, we're not strangers, are we?""How did you get here?" Bruno halted, addressing her."Bruno, I knew you were coming. You don't want to see me, but I had no choice but to come here." Adeline clasped his arm.Bruno pushed her hand away
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 164 A Good Choice
Bruno held her tightly, "You should go home early today, I have things to do tonight.""Okay." Lizzie nodded, understanding that he didn't need to tell her everything, aware that he was very busy. Although there was nothing she could do to help, she didn't want her presence to disrupt his work.Before the end of the workday, Bruno had his driver take her back to her apartment. Lizzie had a small meal, her appetite wasn't great. She made herself a bowl of noodles, but only ate a few bites and settled in to watch TV. Bob, her dog, was sitting next to her, more engrossed in the TV than she was.Bruno and Adeline sat in a French restaurant that evening. The dim yellow light and soothing music made the atmosphere elegant and romantic."Bruno, I ordered a couple's set meal, hope you don't mind?" Adeline had already ordered when they were seated."Of course I don't mind, as long as you like it." Bruno was not particularly fond of Western food. As he looked at the premium steak set meal in fr
