Faye was chatting with Taylor when she heard that Sandra had fainted. Reacting swiftly to the news, Taylor took a few hurried steps, then hesitated. He cast a nervous glance back at Faye and said, "Mrs. Shaw, would you mind accompanying me to check on Grandma?"It wasn't a lack of confidence that held Taylor back. Rather, he possessed an intimate understanding of his grandmother's condition. Being part of a family steeped in medical expertise, they were acutely aware of Sandra's fragile health. Taylor recognized that if a cure existed within his capabilities, Sandra wouldn't be in her current state. Sandra's true ailment, however, was more psychological than physical. Mental distress had taken its toll on her body, exacerbated by the effects of aging, resulting in a myriad of health issues. While Sandra acknowledged her health problems, she refrained from confronting or addressing them. Her situation bore a resemblance to Victor's. Both individuals engaged in self-punishment in th
Exiting from the old lady's room, Faye kept her head down and remained silent. Nadia observed Faye picking up a photo frame and noted her attention to the person captured in the image. Faye was lost in her thoughts, and Nadia hesitated, unsure of what to say.They maintained a quiet demeanor for a while. Eventually, the two made their way to the banquet venue—the first floor of the Reed residence.The hall chosen for the banquet exuded a festive aura with its spacious layout and intricate decorations on both floors. Tables draped in dark tablecloths were laden with an array of drinks, fruits, and snacks. The venue buzzed with a considerable crowd, creating a vibrant and lively atmosphere.Preferring solitude over crowds, Faye and Nadia sought a quiet corner to settle. Breaking the silence, Nadia said, "Are you thinking about Layla, the talented lady of the Reed family?"Faye nodded slightly, her gaze fixed on Nadia. "Are you well-acquainted with her, Nadia?"Nadia nodded in return
Faye and Nadia sat in a corner for a while, but Nadia was soon approached by a few of her good friends for a conversation.Throughout the years, Nadia had led a reclusive life, primarily spent in a sanatorium. She seldom reached out to the external world, let alone interacting with it. Despite this, her amiable nature forged connections, resulting in a circle of friends.Presently, most of these companions had married into prominent families in Jorn City, ascending to the status of affluent wives. In the past, Nadia had been absent from such gatherings, but this time, being present, her friends were determined not to let her slip away.Concerned that Faye might feel uneasy on her own, Nadia contemplated bringing her along. However, Faye waved it off and said, "You go ahead, sister-in-law. I'll manage on my own for a while."Seeing that Nadia was still concerned, Faye smiled and said, "I have a few friends attending the banquet too. I was planning to seek them out for a chat.""Oh,
"There's only one way for you to get Felton. For now, it might be your best option." A determined voice resonated from the narrow trail outside."Felton has been bedridden for years, and his body has yet to fully recover. This makes him vulnerable. Employing this strategy against him is currently the most efficient approach."Another woman drew in a deep breath. She nodded and said, "Alright, I'll trust you. Lead the way.""Let me be clear, Blake. I'm confiding in you and bringing you here because I value our friendship. If anyone asks about this, you must not reveal that I brought you."Blake said, "Don't worry, I'll claim I stumbled upon it during a casual walk. Your secret is safe with me.""When we return, I'll assist you in obtaining what you desire. A mix of pride and satisfaction appeared on Blake's face, a stark contrast to her usual demeanor around Felton.The other woman nodded. "The banquet is about to start. Let's go inside."With a key, she unlocked the tightly
"What are you looking at?" Cedric arrived fashionably late and discovered Faye standing alone on the balcony, peering below. Approaching quietly from behind, he embraced her, his voice casting a magnetic spell.Faye nestled into Cedric's arms and said leisurely, "Just intrigued by my dear friend's activities down there."From the balcony, Cedric spotted a figure in a white suit, bowing and conversing with a man in a gray shirt. From Cedric's position, he could not see the man in pink."Your friend is quite skillful," Cedric remarked with a smile.Faye nodded knowingly. "And who's the hero coming to her rescue?""The second son of the Garcia family, ranked third among Jorn City's four major families. He's Lukas's elder brother.""Ah, that clarifies it," she thought. Faye rubbed her chin and contemplated whether to inquire about the man in pink from Cedric. However, he vanished from view.Recalling the earlier encounter on the Reed family's mountain, she couldn't help but wonder
Faye had foreseen that Felton might encounter difficulties sooner or later. However, with Cedric's arrival, she momentarily overlooked checking on Felton. When she noticed Karston guiding her toward a lounge beside the hall, she sensed something significant had occurred.Sure enough, Karston led Faye to a quiet room where Felton lay unconscious on the bed. Without uttering a word, Faye approached Felton and checked his condition, her expression quickly darkening."When did he lose consciousness?" Faye asked Karston."It happened about half an hour ago. He sent me a message asking me to find him in the back lounge," Karston explained. "I had some business to attend to and reported to Roy. When I saw the message, I hurried over."The numerous lounges made it challenging for Karston to pinpoint Felton's location. Attempts to call him were fruitless as his phone was turned off. Karston had to search room by room until he discovered Felton, eyes closed in a deep slumber.Initially, Kar
Felton found himself in an unprecedented situation. He was born into the Keane family and enjoyed protection from Roy since childhood. As the designated heir, he had weathered numerous attacks. However, never before had a woman treated him in such a manner.For a moment, he was immobilized, particularly as Blake shamelessly groped him without any consideration for decency. She resembled a ravenous wolf, attacking Felton with swift and ruthless movements.Without hesitation, she boldly reached for his lower body, causing Felton to shiver as he desperately tried to push her away. Yet, weakened as he was, he couldn't withstand the onslaught of a woman, especially one as skilled as Blake.Felton struggled vehemently, using every bit of strength to finally push Blake away. Scrambling to get up, he aimed to escape this perilous situation. However, Blake was resolute. She knew that success was the only option today, as failure would mean losing her chance forever.The moment Felton rose f
As Margot concluded her words, she refrained from advancing further, instead crouching beside Felton in an attempt to feel his pulse. She continued, "In the Reed family, every member, even the servants, possesses a certain understanding of medicine. I can't vouch for other places, but within the Reed family, the only problem is that there's no chance to showcase our skills."While expressing this, Margot's hand had already settled on Felton's wrist. However, the moment her hand made contact with Felton, he reflexively pushed her away with surprising force, causing the unprepared Margot to tumble backward onto the ground.Margot sat frozen on the ground for a moment before regaining her composure. Hearing Margot's earlier words, Sandra, who had hastily approached, found the scene displeasing. She sternly commanded, "Margot, step back."Margot hadn't expected such a trivial matter to catch her grandmother's attention, and her face paled with fear. She quickly rose, bowing her head in