Jazzlyn was so happy she could cry when Chandler said that. However, she pretended to be composed and didn't dare show it. If she seemed too eager, she would look like some depraved nymphomaniac.Hence, Jazzlyn lowered her eyes and said shyly, "I didn't mean that—"Feeling awkward, Gaston pretended to clear his throat. Since his grandson was willing to make up for the uneventful wedding night with his new bride, he thought he should leave and give the young ones some private space.He suddenly looked at Kyle and said, "Could you please escort me back, Kyle? I'm feeling a little under the weather, I think I'd better head back now.""Grandpa—" Jazzlyn called out, making a show of feeling reluctant about Gaston's departure.Gaston glanced at her and stated, "Jazzlyn, you should stay tonight. There's no need to send me off."After Kyle and Gaston left, Chandler dismissed the butler and maids in the living room.As Chandler, a man so perfect he could pass off as an ethereal deity, wa
Chandler's question made the four hackers look at each other. Then, they all nodded unanimously.However, the leader of the hackers added, "But all those are just our speculations so far. What if we're all wrong? No one can say for sure.""Focus all investigations on Jack and Tessa. I'll keep in touch with Osborn on my end," Chandler instructed and closed the computer screen. He needed some time to cool off.If it was really Tessa who instructed Jack to do everything, the two long years Jack spent working for him while secretly being undercover was done so well it was terrifying. Chandler couldn't even imagine its full implication.He hesitated as he looked at his phone absentmindedly. It was the first time he'd ever felt so panicked and helpless in his life. The overwhelming feeling of exhaustion made his nerves tense, and a strong sense of suffocation hit him. He felt like he was going mad!No matter how much he wanted to sleep, his exasperation and annoyance made it impossible
The woman's voice that came out of nowhere startled Erin greatly. She anxiously looked around, trying to find the source of the voice.Tessa lazily sat in a chair with a pair of black headphones over her ears. She chuckled and said, "Take a close look at the deer head hanging on the wall. The deer's eyes are actually surveillance cameras."Her hint immediately drew Erin's attention to the deer head. She stood up and took a few steps forward, carefully staring at the eyes of the deer head. Indeed, there were cameras as the female voice had said."Who the hell are you? Why did you lock me up here? This is kidnapping and illegal imprisonment!" Erin angrily shouted at the eyes of the deer head.Tessa burst into raucous laughter. She said amusedly, "You're a prisoner at my mercy, so whether you live or die is completely up to me. Are you sure you want to lecture me about legalities under such a circumstance?"Hearing how smug she sounded, Erin took a deep breath to calm herself down. S
Tessa's hostile way of asking such a derogatory question made Erin feel repulsed. She couldn't understand how her relationship with Chandler had anything to do with Tessa."Who are you to Chandler?" Erin maintained a nonchalant expression. Tessa mentioning Chandler for a second time didn't sit well with Erin. Her dislike for the woman before her deepened when she thought of the fact that Tessa was the one who caused her misery by capturing and imprisoning her.Although Tessa could be considered pretty, she had a scar that marred the middle of her forehead, making her appear somewhat savage and terrifying. At the same time, it elicited a sense of pity for her as well.Tessa didn't bother to conceal anything as a slight smirk appeared on her lips. "I'm not anyone significant to him. I just can't stand seeing him happy! Over the years, he casually sought out women, but each time, he swiftly got rid of them without any lingering attachments by using money to send them away. Why did he
Tessa's expression changed all of a sudden, and she said with a hint of pride, "I didn't need to lay a hand on those women who had been with him only once. But there was one woman I killed."Her eyes showed a deep sense of disgust and disdain. "That bitch even looked like me. I warned her not to bother Chandler, but she didn't listen. Even after getting a boyfriend, she still harassed Chandler incessantly. A fucking shameless whore like her shouldn't exist in this world!"Ignoring Erin's horrified expression, Tessa felt increasingly satisfied in her heart. This method, which didn't require any physical torture but only exerted psychological pressure, had the most impactful effect that she wanted. It made Tessa feel accomplished.In Tessa's view, this was the highest form of torture as it imbued profound horror within people. While doing that, she felt like she was the master of the universe, controlling others' life and death. She'd finally metamorphosized from a victim to an abuser
Erin finally understood the full gravity of the precarious situation that she was currently in.She'd been captured by two psychopathic killers, and if she didn't comply with their demands, not only would she be unable to protect the child in her womb, but she might also be unable to escape from there. No matter what, she had to hold on to her will to live. She had to do that for her child as a mother."My baby, I'll persevere until the end! I'll definitely hold out until your father comes to save us!" Erin vowed wordlessly."If there's anything I need, can I ask you?" Erin no longer made futile attempts of resistance and chose to reluctantly go with the flow.Jack replied, "Sure, you can ask. We'll fulfill it as long as it's within our means. Let me remind you of one thing—Tessa has a bad temper. Sometimes she needs tranquilizers to calm down. It's best if you don't mention anything about leaving again. We've planned this for so long, so we won't let you escape easily by chance.
In the blink of an eye, an agonizing month had passed.At 5 am in the president's office of the towering Frost Building, Chandler stood by the window wall, having spent the entire night there. He'd hardly slept at all that whole month. A faint shade of blue tinged the area under his eyes. It was clearly a result of prolonged sleep deprivation.Chandler's perfect features appeared even more gaunt and pronounced, as he'd lost a staggering twenty pounds. Throughout this month, he'd developed gastritis due to not eating properly. The sole purpose of his meals each day was to maintain basic energy levels.The cigarette between his fingers had burned all the way to his flesh before he flicked the butt to the floor with delayed movements. The premium gray carpet was littered with countless cigarette butts.Lately, his addiction to smoking had grown worse. Unconsciously, he would smoke two packs a day.He drank obsessively to drown his sorrows every night, unable to sleep at night and rel
Another month had passed.Ian drove a jeep with two bodyguards toward a village near the borders. He was going to meet an old village chief there. This village was located in a remote area with a sparse population. Most of the villagers there lived an isolated life. The total population of the entire village was not more than five hundred people.Just half a month ago, the only college student in this village organized a photography exhibition in a small city. As an unknown student photographer, he took some pictures depicting the local customs of his hometown. It wouldn't have attracted much attention, but Ian, who happened to be in the city for business, went to take a look at the exhibition accompanied by a local business tycoon.The reason was that the tycoon's own son had also taken some alternative and seemingly artsy photos. The tycoon wanted to show off his talented and artistic son, and a photography exhibition naturally served as a good publicity stunt. The collaboration p
Erin chuckled lightly as she said, "Enny would have married and fallen in love with another man sooner or later. "If that man is Paulo, I would be more than willing. Enny will be very happy in her life, and I'm at ease entrusting her to Paulo. And with Paulo being so wealthy, I don't have to worry about anyone coveting Enny's status or her family's power.""You make a good point!" Jill agreed."Jill, if your wedding with Ryder happens around the same time as Enny's, I'm afraid I won't have the energy to help you," Erin said worriedly."No worries, I don't want a wedding ceremony. Ryder and I just need to register our marriage. We've been living together for ten years anyway," Jill said.Erin nodded. "Yeah, that's fine. Weddings are quite tiring anyway, whether you have one or not."After chatting for a while, Jill heard Ryder's footsteps and said quickly, "Let's talk next time. He's coming in." …At 10:00 pm that day, Erin visited Chandler's office at his company.However, h
Ryder turned around with skepticism etched across his face. "What could possibly be wrong? Look at how anxious you are."As she leaned against the doorway, Jill held her phone aloft. There was a challenging glint in her eyes. "If you can remain that calm after hearing this news, I'll play your game with you later.""Really?" Ryder raised an eyebrow, his tone filled with."Forget it if you don't trust me." She pretended to turn away.In a swift motion, Ryder closed the distance between them."I believe you. Now, tell me," Ryder said."Enny and Paulo have settled things," Jill announced with a smirk playing on her lips."Damn! Who told you?" Ryder's curiosity peaked.Jill waved her phone triumphantly. "This is exclusive insider information! Erin personally sent a WhatsApp message, see for yourself!"Ryder snatched the phone, his eyes scanning the message rapidly.The message read, "Enny was two months pregnant with Paulo's child, and the couple had visited Paulo's parents. Whil
Cyril looked at Paulo's departing figure and sighed. "Master is so good-looking. That's why Ms. Frost has been chasing him for so many years… Actually, Master and Ms. Frost really are a perfect match!"Only after Paulo's figure disappeared into the forest did Cyril turn around silently.He was suddenly startled. "Ms. Frost…""Why so guilty? I'm not some demoness who preys on monks!" Enny exclaimed.Cyril laughed. "Ms. Frost, you're really humorous…""I'm asking you, where is your master?" Enny demanded.Cyril hesitated and said, "I don't know where Master is."Enny called his bluff. "Liar!""I really don't know," insisted Cyril."Cyril, your master is going through the most difficult time of his life. As his capable assistant and disciple, you must help him!" insisted Enny.Enny's serious expression made Cyril ask curiously, "What trouble has Master encountered?""Well, he wants to be with me, but he's too embarrassed to ask. What should I do?" she asked."Does Master reall
Many years later, on the day Enny got her ID card, she drove to Skycloud Mountain overnight.There was a temple on the top of Skycloud Mountain, and she was going to see someone there.By the time she struggled to the mountaintop, it was already 6:00 am the next day.Enny was dressed in black. She wore white hiking shoes with a duck tongue hat and her hair casually tied in a ponytail.Her beautiful, bare face had been a stumbling block on her path to growth.Every year, the number of men she rejected could fill several trucks.That was just among those who had the chance to approach her, while those who didn't could only watch from afar.Enny looked straight ahead, wiping the sweat that had trickled down her cheek.She took a deep breath and walked into the small, secluded temple that was cut off from the world.She finally arrived just in time on the day the new chief abbot took office. In fact, she was there to prevent the new abbot from entering the monastic life!Driven b
Erin had planned to visit Matthew's "Thinkerin City" to buy a violin and visit him.But Matthew's shop was closed, so after waiting for half an hour with Enny, she went to another store to buy one.However, she happened to meet him on the street now.Matthew slowly pushed the wheelchair toward her.He was dressed very casually. He wore a plaid shirt with short sleeves, jeans, and branded sneakers.His simple style was a far cry from his rock star days.He looked somewhat thinner, his smile faint. "Erin, did you and Enny come to buy an instrument?""Yes, we bought Enny a violin. We actually wanted to visit your store." Erin's gaze drifted to Claire, who sat in the wheelchair.Matthew responded, "Sorry, I had to take Claire to get some medicine."Although Claire had been tragically affected by Matthew's obsessive fans years ago, she survived. However, she was left mentally incapacitated and was sometimes lucid for only a few hours.Matthew was loyal, taking it upon himself to c
Chandler's appearance wasn't anything mysterious or an extraordinary entrance.It was filled with the usual beauty and romance of a typical wedding.After reaching Erin, he knelt on one knee with a face full of happiness, opened the ring box with both hands and looked up at her.He asked, "Erin, will you marry me again?"Erin's heart was filled with joy as she asked jokingly, "If I refuse, will you force me into a wedding dress and marry you?"He replied firmly, "Yes!""Since I have no choice, I suppose I must agree," she said with a smile. Erin extended her hand for Chandler to slide the engagement ring onto her finger."You will be Mrs. Frost for the rest of your life! Don't even think about escaping!" Chandler exclaimed."Ah, I won't run. I am willing to be a happy prisoner," Erin said self-deprecatingly.Ryder rolled his eyes, his expression full of sourness.Kylan caught his expression and patted his shoulder without saying a word.As Erin put on the ring, everyone pres
Five minutes later, the doorbell rang again as Enny started doing Erin's makeup."I'll get it, Mom. You stay seated, okay?" Enny said."Fine, Mommy won't move." Erin winked at her. Seconds later, Enny shouted, "Godfather!""Enny! You look so beautiful!" The joy in the man's voice was palpable.Erin stood up and walked to the living room, knowing Sean had arrived.By then, Sean and another man had already entered.They closed the door behind them."Erin, I've brought a makeup artist for you," Sean said with a slight smile.The man beside him bowed politely to her. "Hello, Ms. Lane!""Maya, your male disguise is a total failure. You just slapped on some rough makeup without even wearing a realistic mask. You don't look like a man at all," Erin teased with a laugh.Maya couldn't help but laugh. "Mr. Frost's security measures are too strict. If I had worn a stranger's male mask, I wouldn't have been allowed in, and I would have been detained.""Why go through all the trouble o
Meanwhile, Erin had just gone to open the door of her hotel room.To her surprise, the person at the door was Roman."Rom! It's really you!" Erin exclaimed with joy. Dressed in a tailored white suit, Roman held a bouquet and joked, "Do you need to check my face to make sure I'm not wearing a mask?""Haha! I know it's you! Come in and let's talk. Thank you for the flowers!" Erin took the bouquet he offered and invited him inside.A minute later, Roman was sitting on the couch.He looked out to the underwater world from the floor-to-ceiling windows and remarked, "Enny and Eddie must really love this room.""Yes, the kids could watch it all night. Chandler specifically chose this type of room for the children," Erin explained.As Erin placed the fresh flowers in a vase, Roman inquired, "Where's Chandler?"Erin replied, "You should know what he's busy with, right?"Roman's gaze turned indecipherable, his tone probing as he asked, "You already know?"Erin laughed. "Yes. Did it d
Jill naturally denied it when she heard the question. "We didn't expose anything! Erin just happened to see us. What could we do? Pretend we don't know her? That's not realistic at all!""Did you really say nothing?" Ryder asked doubtfully.Calix was also skeptical as he questioned, "Erin is so sharp, and both of your acting skills are so poor. She must have figured it out."Tina exclaimed defensively, "We really didn't say anything! You two are so annoying! I'm dying of thirst here! Jill, hurry up and open the door. We can talk inside.""Yeah, I'm thirsty too," Jill echoed. She took out her room card, swiped it, and opened the door.The two women were about to close the door when Ryder stopped it with his hand. He asked, "What are you doing, not letting us in?""What are you coming in for? Don't you have your own room? Go away, we're going to take a nap!" Jill said grumpily."Taking a nap at this hour? Are you two pigs? The rehearsal is about to start," Ryder pointed out."W