"However, I don't like taking money back."Alvin's hand was resting on my collarbone, his posture reminiscent of a lover's embrace. But the next thing I knew, his thumb was pressing down hard on the wound he'd given me.The pain was so intense that I broke out in cold sweat and heard him say, "So you still have to listen to me now.""…"I've irritated him yet again.I didn't want to argue, and I didn't have the energy to do so.Alvin's grip was firm. I couldn't help but grunt in pain after enduring it for so long. My legs went lifeless as I fell into his arms, and my forehead landed on his shoulder by accident."It hurts...Alvin."If I didn't want to suffer any longer, I'd rather be soft-spoken than hard-mouthed, based on past experience."It's reassuring to know it hurts." Alvin finally spared me and asked, "What were you doing at the hospital today?"“Fever…”“Oh? Are you sure you have a fever?" He didn't seem to believe me and pressed his lips against my brow.It's similar to a kis
"Mr Li…"When Alvin came over, I had just opened my mouth."Cousin," he said, not looking at me but at Dr Kevin beside me.I was astounded.It's such a small world.In fact, I should have known better when Dr Kevin introduced himself as Kevin Li.Not just any ordinary person on the street bore the surname of Li.I suddenly realized that Dr Kevin was aware of my illness and pregnancy. He and Alvin were family.Will he…Was it too late to pretend not to know Alvin?I was terrified and looked imploringly at Dr Kevin. He felt my eyes and looked sideways, reassuringly shaking his head.Did that mean he wasn't going to tell Alvin?Before I could unwind, Alvin's cold voice called out, "Jill."In a hurry, I glanced at him and noticed that his expression was difficult to distinguish between joy and anger. "Where have you been?" he asked, frowning. "You got your hair wet."Then he lifted his hand to brush the last drops of water from my fringe and drew me to his side by the neck.My entire body
The darkness heightened my fear as time passed. I cowered in the corner, all the bad memories collapsing and nearly overwhelming my nerves.I couldn't take it anymore, but I didn't want to die here.The smell of blood mixed with a faint floral scent, which was my pheromone, filled the air.Alvin once described it as gaudy and vulgar, as a rotten rose crushed in the rain.I'd never despised rose so much.I'm not sure how long it took, but I gradually lost consciousness.A light appeared at the end of my vision at the end of my memory. Someone broke through the darkness and approached me, whispering my name.Is it a guardian angel? Will it deliver me to heaven...The angle was extremely gentle. He held me tightly as if he was afraid of breaking me.I wanted to tell him, "It's all right, I'm dead." Dead people do not feel pain.But I couldn't say anything.I wasn't dead.I was still in pain.Despite my muzziness, something tore through my flesh and made me want to roll around in pain. Th
"Thank you very much, Doctor."I stated once more, despite the fact that this life may be meaningless. It was still my life."I couldn't decide on one more thing for you." He said that "While the child could not be saved, your gland remained. It is entirely up to you whether to remove or keep it."Based on his appearance, he should have known that I wouldn't live long. It's strange that he went to such lengths to bring me back but didn't advise me on how to live a happy life.I expressed my gratitude once more.Kevin shook his head and removed his glasses, holding them in his hand. I noticed he had two light circles under his eyes."How did you find me?" I inquired."Would you be offended if I said I went to check the surveillance because you had gone missing for too long?" He asked dimly.I shook my head unintentionally.Kevin appeared to be exhausted. He pinched the bridge of his nose and closed his eyes. "I should've noticed something was wrong, but I didn't think Alvin was capable
"You're not required to see him."Kevin spoke too casually, as if, if he said I didn't need to see Alvin, I wouldn't see him.Perhaps my eyes betrayed my inner apprehension. "The Li family does not cover the sky with one hand, and Alvin is not omnipotent," he said with a light laugh.A sharp glint flashed in his eyes near the end of his words. He might have thought I didn't notice, but because of my precarious life with Alvin, I was extremely sensitive to such things.Doctor Kevin didn't appear to be your average doctor. Nobody would dare to bring up the Li's in such a way.Well, I recall he had the surname Li himself."Your heart isn't in good shape, so stay away from things that can cause violent mood swings," he said, his eyes flickering with contempt and disgust before returning to his usual indifferent and calm expression.I suddenly remembered the primary school teacher saying, "Children are not allowed to eat candies if you want good teeth."That being said, I attempted to stay
It was as if I saw that familiar car turning around the corner and driving toward me again as I reflected on the past. I could even see the fine sunlight reflecting off the car window thanks to the illusion's realism.No, it wasn't a trick of the light.I saw half a face flash across the back seat as I brushed past.Alvin was there.Without warning, my nose and eyes turned sour.Even though every extra glance added to my suffering, I pressed my face against the window and stared back, watching the black car disappear at the next intersection.I see. A glance had been missed between Alvin and me.Kevin put his hand on my shoulder and grabbed it."I'm fine… What's he doing coming home at this hour, so close, almost ran into him?" I lowered my head, quickly rubbed my eyes, and smiled.Kevin remained silent. "Alvin's been so busy lately that he probably won't be looking for trouble with you for the time being," he said sardonically after a while.What is he up to? Are you getting married.
My sleeping patterns were erratic on the third day, but I never dreamed.On the fourth day, I ran into an old friend I hadn't seen in a long time.I could only sigh, knowing I had let him down.Adam walked in, his eyes almost red, and took a deep breath. It was the first time I'd seen him act like this.He blamed me first for not taking care of my health, and then Kevin for not telling him right away.He then went on and on about Alvin for about half an hour.Kevin and I do nothing but listen to his cussing and cursing.Kevin couldn't laugh or cry. He poured himself a glass of juice and told us he'd leave us alone to talk before returning to his study room to read some documents.Adam began running his mouth as Kevin's foot stepped out the door, "Did you know that the Li family has been in shambles lately?"I didn't know, and I didn't want to find out. But since Adam had brought it up, I was genuinely interested. Despite Adam's repressed expression, I asked cooperatively, "What happen
I was unsure whether I should tell Kevin to pick up the phone or not.My tongue moved much faster than my brain. Before I could think about what to say, the words "it's fine" were blurted out.Kevin couldn't move his hands, so I pressed the answer button and activated the speaker.Yes, I did purposefully activate the speaker button. I'm such a sorry human being."Kevin Li." Alvin makes it sound as if he'd murdered someone, and he no longer addressed Kevin as a cousin.“Yeah?” Kevin responded sluggishly."You dare to tell me you don't know where he is. I discovered your medication intake record today. You shouldn't have heart disease or stomach issues, do you?"Alvin was rarely this aggressive or talked so much. He'd always dismiss everything and be unconcerned about anything.Kevin wasn’t stressed to be exposed, gave out a gentle exclamation, and seemed to be annoyed as he uttered, “What’s the point?”"Where the fuck is he?" Alvin clenched his teeth in rage."Oh, he's right beside me,
The evening before our departure, I was preparing in my room. The baggage had been pre-checked and consisted of small souvenirs.Kevin bought a little duplex flat there with a view of the Great River when you opened the window.I don't like living in a big house. He joked that I didn't live a rich life since I married into a privileged family and didn't know how to enjoy it.I told him to enjoy himself and that he didn't have to pry into my small quilt if he didn't want to.He bullied me, yanked me up, and threw me on the bed, stating that the kitten was becoming bad.I purposefully tugged his shirt with my toes. "Would you like to give it a shot?""I have sharp teeth but my body is soft..."His gaze was fierce, and it lingered a few times on my waist, telling me to behave appropriately.Why should I be proper if the night would be long?"Sir..." I squatted and walked over to him, nibbling his chin and holding to his neck. " You're not capable? Are you sterile?""Sir" was fantastic.I
I was anticipating him to pounce on me... and praying he would.I knew deep down how much I craved his touch, but I was reluctant to show it for fear of upsetting him.But he responded calmly. "Because you will feel uneasy. And it's not good for your health," he held me desperately."I would like to break you, but I'm not ready. Good things are most beautiful when they're broken."I didn't exactly understand what he said. I'm too tired.But that's fine. I didn't hear it, so I'm going to interpret it as "I love you."…Summer has come and gone. A few droplets of rain fell and then the air became suddenly frigid.Adam's exhibition took place at the beginning of November. Before leaving, Kevin gave me a pair of knitted gloves to wear. When I put on my clothes, I noticed that the brooch was a pair and that his tie and my bow tie were the same colour."I'm powerless to stop myself. My little rose is too charming," He remarked as he kissed the back of my ear. "There will be a lot of young,
I was still surprised by Adam's feelings for Nora, so I didn't hesitate to tell Kevin about it before heading to bed."I don't think it's unexpected," he said as he encircled me from behind to blow dry my hair."Why?""What happened isn't uncommon since fate is irrational."He talked as if he hadn't said anything. "At first glance, Nora appears to be difficult to pursue." I raised my head and rubbed his face with my half-wet hair."You're also difficult to catch." Kevin bowed his head and kissed my brow. "It's also hard to raise.""At one point, something always goes wrong, as if somebody is worried I'll be too healthy." I exhaled a sigh.Kevin sighed as well, helpless. "At my age, I watch you in anxiousness every day, and if I continue to do so, either good or bad things will startle me sooner or later."I was filled with remorse. "You can't hold it against me...""I don't blame you." He put me into the quilt after blow-drying my hair. "I'm sorry, I discovered myself a little teenage
Kevin did not respond right away. After a while, he looked down at me and said, "It wasn't that I don't want to, it is indeed that I am frightened.""I am worried you will realize that he actually loves you and is willing to abandon his old personality in order to become a better individual for you."His hand caressed my cheeks."I said I wouldn't let you go again, and I won't give you freedom again, but if..."He didn't seem to be able to speak further, so I completed the remainder of the lines for him in my head.—If you really want to start over with him, I'll allow you."Liar." I took his hand with my uninjured hand, grasped his hand fiercely, and nipped it hard."Saying this after saying you will love me forever and never leave me again. Liar."Kevin was unexpectedly bitten. He didn't say anything, but his countenance was clearly perplexed.After biting, I started to regret it again. I appeared to have used too much force. My teeth left such a significant mark.Will he mistake me
"There is one thing I didn't mention to you. In truth, your cooking isn't particularly appetizing."Alvin suddenly shifted the subject, even laughing.But I have always let you cook since I prefer looking at your scuffed hands."I understand Kevin isn't like me. He would love and care for you, whilst I am a jackass who only wants to watch you weep.""You made the correct decision by leaving me."I had no idea why he would be telling me this."I'm well aware that my cooking isn't particularly tasty. I'm always disappointed when you eat so little every time."Now that I was talking about the past, it felt like a dream."I've tried countless times, but I just can't seem to get it right. I'm using the same ingredients and processes, but I just can't get it to taste well."After talking, he stated, "Leave it... when you like someone, you can't wait to show him the entire universe. It's because I didn't quite understand it earlier and felt you didn't really love me enough.""It's amusing t
He asked if I was alright and that the stairs had been blown up and the only route was now lost, which I vaguely remembered hearing from my hazy consciousness.As the fire became hotter and the smoke thicker, Alvin claimed he sought a helicopter, but the structure was too small and tight for it to land."First, wait by the window." He gave instructions.As a result of the fire, roof tiles fell from time to time. Kevin's arms protected me. They both moved slowly since they needed to avoid falling rubble on their heads and keep a close eye out for unforeseen fires.When the hollow shaft collapsed to the floor, I instinctively reached out to shield Kevin.A single stroke should be enough for the scorching metal to scorch the skin of my palm into a blackened pulp, and the agony caused me to sob.It hurts ten times as much as a cigarette burn...Kevin and Alvin both exclaimed, "Jill!" at the same time. I'd never heard them yell at me with such intensity.I tried to act normal, but all I co
"How foolish that Alvin deserted his marriage and wealth just because of a beta.""What was even more ludicrous was that he didn't keep you when he took this step. He lost both his lover and his money.""Do you know what I was thinking that day when I saw you in Kevin's apartment? I actually laughed out loud. Alvin had been cold-hearted for more than 20 years. The only gentleness he had was used on you, but you didn't give a damn.""He didn't have the heart to harass you during his susceptibility phase, however, you went with some other alpha during his susceptibility period. HAHAHA!Zen erupted in laughter. His charming features turned vicious and contorted, and his eyes darkened and became icy.I could now confidently state that he was not in his right mind."You have no clue how frightening Alvin was during his susceptible time. It was too much for even an omega. He might have killed you during sex if it had been you."He scowled. "Do you believe he was harsh to you? No, because
I couldn't be stopped.My hands continued to turn the page of the journal without hesitating."Don't interfere with his life.Don't meddle with his decisions.Don't do anything that you shouldn't.The most critical thing is Jillian's happiness.Don't act rashly.Put aside all of your crazy ideas.Never, ever, ever hurt him.If anyone is going to be trapped, it'll be me.He should be freed.'Time stood still four years ago. Kevin penned the final sentence before departing abroad.‘Goodbye.’There were numerous photographs in the diary. He had never missed a period in my life, from childhood to adulthood.I should have been terrified, but instead, I was relieved.It gave me the confidence to pick up the phone and call Kevin.The call was immediately connected, and there were a few rummaging sounds on the other end before Kevin's exhausted voice came through. "Jill?""Sir..." I didn't want to look anxious, so I didn't turn on the video. "Are you finished? When will you be back?""I..."H
Before inserting the disc into the projector, I waited for a moment. It would have been way too embarrassing if it had contained Kevin's adult collection.Thankfully, it wasn't.After a few seconds, the screen turned black, and a little stage appeared. I paid attention to what the presenter stated."Now, please welcome Jillian from class F. He will perform 'The Snow Prince' as a solo. Please have fun!"Class F?Oh, yes, this was my high school graduation recital.The curtain parted to expose my 16-year-old face, considerably younger than it was now, with a sombre expression and an indescribably funny tinge of baby fat.My eyes sparkled. I wasn't always as ugly as I am now... Maybe Kevin fell in love with the old and lovely me?The footage, which the school kept for archive purposes, was in high definition. I recognized a familiar face as the camera went across the audience.I returned to pause the footage. It was Kevin.In his twenties, he looked much different, with bright eyes and