Gavin's case hadn't been resolved yet, and Erin herself had just been accused by Alana of being a wicked woman. Now, Simon told her Steven had possibly committed murder because he was set up.Erin felt like she was on the verge of suffocating and collapsing. What was going on? Why did all these things keep happening one after another ever since she came back? Why did her family members get into trouble one after another? Who was trying to destroy her family?"Simon, what do you think the other party's motive is? I told you on the way here that someone deliberately framed me for Alana and Angela's misfortune."Erin's expression was heavy and gloomy as she continued, "My parents don't have any deep grudges with anyone, nor have they made enemies. My father is actually a timid person who's afraid of trouble. He never dares to offend even a single customer for the sake of business. I think the other party is most likely targeting me, and they keep targeting the people around me."She t
Within a few seconds, her tears soaked through Holly's clothes.Holly silently held Erin, gently stroking her back. She didn't know what to say, so she could only accompany her best friend in silence. She understood that Erin didn't want to let her beloved shoulder everything for her. Holly knew that Erin, being strong as she was, didn't want to show her completely broken side to Chandler.But in front of Holly, Erin regressed to her true self. She could cry if she wanted to; she could show her vulnerabilities. To put it simply, Erin felt that she was on equal footing with Holly when she faced her. When it came to Chandler, she still felt that she was reaching beyond her league deep in her heart.Now that so many things were happening at home, Erin realized how limited her abilities were. It was all thanks to Chandler she didn't need to go around seeking help frantically.After she cried for half an hour, Holly held her hand and led her to sit on the couch."Erin, you don't have t
Shortly after Ian left, Chandler entered the room. Erin frowned at the sight of the tall man entering, thinking that she might have had too much to drink."Chandler, why are you here too?" she asked, slightly intoxicated.She had been drinking rapidly and heavily tonight, and she was already starting to get intoxicated.With a sigh, Chandler walked over and sat down beside her. He spoke softly, "I've been worried about you since you left, so I followed your car all the way to the Royal Chamber. The bodyguards checked everyone near the private rooms and kicked out anyone suspicious.""Isn't that going too far? Aren't you afraid of offending the boss of the Royal Chamber?" Erin leaned against him lopsidedly.Leisurely standing up, Holly complained, "Mr. Frost, I hereby return your wife to you. If I happen to ask her out again, please don't call me. You make it sound as if I'll sell her off or something."Chandler looked up at her somewhat apologetically. "Thank you for keeping her
Before Erin could get up, Chandler, who had turned around, suddenly turned back to face her. With one long leg, he pinned her down and said in his hoarse voice, "Sleep in with me for a while more. You kept me awake for a very long time last night."Chandler closed his eyes, and his thick, long eyelashes drooped naturally. Erin thought he'd fallen asleep again and tried her best not to wake him up.When she tried to get up again, his temper flared up. "You still have so much energy left, huh? It seems I didn't do a good enough job last night.""No—" Erin placed her hands on his chest, but she couldn't stop his advances.He nibbled on her earlobe and said, "You were asleep last night. Now that you're awake, let's do it again."The result of going at it again was that one hour later, Erin was left weak and exhausted, her mind completely blank. She couldn't help but feel amazed that his stamina was practically limitless. Erin even suspected she'd married a robot with an unlimited batt
At 1 pm, Erin received a call from Ian when she was in the living room of the villa. He said that his uncle who lived abroad was critically ill, so he and his mother were visiting him. As a result, he wouldn't be able to attend Tracy's funeral. The funeral of a woman he slept with several years ago was naturally less important than his uncle.Ian informed Erin of the time when the funeral would be held. Tracy's body had already been transported back to her hometown, it would be officially buried the next day after funeral proceedings were held according to the rural customs of her hometown.Erin needed to set off that day if she wanted to make it in time for the funeral. If she took the bullet train, it would only take five hours. After that, she could take a bus to Tracy's hometown. Ian was thoughtful enough to have already reserved a train seat online for her in advance, and he let Erin decide whether she would go or not.After hanging up, Erin went upstairs to pack her luggage ri
In the end, Calla and Candra didn't show up even when Erin was about to board the train. Erin assumed they might have been delayed due to traffic.Therefore, she boarded the train alone. Ian had reserved a business class seat for her, which was good because she could get away from the noisier section of the train. If she'd made the booking herself, she would have done the same.Before she came to the train station, she handed some money to Yandel. He insisted on not accepting it, saying it was Ian's instructions to not accept payment. Nonetheless, Erin verbally thanked him and left the money on the coffee table before leaving.Erin didn't want to owe Ian a single penny, even though he was rich and didn't lack money. He wasn't the only one, as she coincidentally wasn't short of funds as well.She was grateful to Ian for helping her to investigate Gavin's accident. If they could prove that Gavin was indeed set up by someone else, the nature of the matter would be different. Once they
Sean sprung the question on Erin suddenly. She hesitated for a moment before saying, "Yes, I did miss you."There was a hint of joy in his eyes. "Really?"She nodded earnestly and said, "Of course, it's true. You're my friend, and we haven't seen each other for some time, so naturally I would think of you. But I also think of Paulo and the others. You're all my friends who made efforts to find me during those seven years when I went missing. I'll always remember that in my heart."Her answer made him understand that he wasn't the only one. Sean smiled helplessly and said, "The way you miss me is so cheap. I don't want it.""You're really ridiculous. Take it or leave it." Erin wouldn't let Sean have his way. He wasn't her son or her husband. Why should she indulge in him?Sean made a pitiful expression by covering his face and pretending to cry, but he still failed to catch Erin's attention.He gave up in disappointment and said, "Erin, you're not playing along. I know you have a
After hearing Sean describe his marriage as a business transaction, Erin felt a sense of resistance in her heart. But as a friend, what could she say? Could she tell him to hold on for love and maybe he would meet true love around the corner?Erin couldn't bring herself to speak such insincere words of encouragement. Sean probably had a better understanding of many things compared to her. If he knew what he wanted and chose that kind of life, then so be it.When Erin looked up again, she'd concealed her true thoughts. She smiled faintly and said, "Congratulations, Mr. Dunn. Don't forget to send me the wedding invitation by then."Erin's congratulatory words felt grating in his ears and threw his mind into chaos. However, his eyes didn't reveal much emotion. Facing a woman with whom he could no longer have any romantic involvement, what else could he say?In the end, he smiled brightly and said, "Thank you. But we don't plan to have a wedding ceremony, though we won't refuse monetar