The fact that she knew her identity meant that her foster father didn't keep anything from her. He told her who she was since she was young."My dear big brother, don't you understand why?" Maya's eyes carried a hint of mockery. It caused Paulo's expression to stiffen a little. He asked, "Is it because of Pamela?"She refuted Paulo's guess. "Wrong! She's my younger sister. I don't hold any grudges against her. It's you I'm wary of! Your feelings for Pamela go beyond affection between siblings. Of course, I didn't dare come to you. What if you took me as a replacement for Pamela? What if you get drunk one day and try to make advances on me?"Paulo's face darkened completely. He didn't deny the incestuous feelings he once had for Pamela. His gaze became somewhat uneasy."I don't have any of those inappropriate thoughts toward Pamela—""I know. I also know that the woman you truly love now is Erin. That's why I dared to approach you. It's because I'm sure that even if I had Pam
"So, what do you think? Come on, say something to let me know whether you're on board. I'm only willing to cooperate with you because you're my brother. So, you would come to my rescue if I landed myself in trouble. If it were any other man, I wouldn't dare take the risk."Maya let it slip that she would consider working with someone else. This caused Paulo to issue a stern warning. "Let me make one thing clear. Whether I agree to your proposal or not, you're not allowed to scheme against Erin with any other man! Otherwise, I'll come for you even if we're related by blood."After that, he took out a bank card from his suit pocket and handed it over to Maya."There's ten million dollars in there. Ask me for more if you're out of funds. I only have one requirement for you: don't impersonate Erin to tarnish her reputation. Do you understand?"The moment she saw the bank card, Maya's eyes instantly lit up. She held it in her hands gleefully."Thank you, my dear big brother! I won't
Simon's tone was intimidating. Though he'd tried to suppress his emotions, Erin could still feel the waves of anger he emanated.Her back was firmly pressed against the sofa. She talked to Simon in a sincere tone. "Calm down, Simon. I believe you're not lying to me. But believe it or not, the woman who kissed you earlier wasn't me! You should know me well. I'm not that frivolous. Just as you said, I rejected you before. How could I possibly play such a prank on you? I hope you respect yourself and also me."The look in her eyes was crystal clear. There wasn't a hint of evasion or guilt. Simon was at a loss. He was so sure that it was Erin earlier!His expression grew increasingly cold. He straightened up and he turned away, refusing to look at her any longer. Then, he continued to stand in his spot rigidly. Erin could finally relax a little. She adjusted her position and asked, "Have you been experiencing hallucinations lately?"Could Simon be having some mental issues?As h
Upon hearing Simon mention this matter, Erin took the opportunity to ask him about it. "Simon, is it possible for me to just transfer the five billion dollars to Mary straight away? I've already told her that I'll transfer all the inheritance money to her. I really don't want her to engage lawyers and stir up trouble."Simon chuckled in response. "You're joking, right? That doesn't comply with legal procedures. On top of that, Ian's five billion dollars to you comes with certain conditions. He stated that this money cannot be transferred to anyone, including his mother. "Ian had confided in me before he passed away. If he gave all the inheritance to his mother, harm might befall her. He was worried that some distant relatives might try to seize the money from her using heinous methods. "As for Yvette, the money he allocated her is just minor compensation. He's giving you all that money because he wishes to help you accomplish your goals, whatever they may be."Erin's eyes red
The man fired a shot in Erin's direction. He missed her on purpose. He did it just to frighten her.Apart from frowning slightly, Erin didn't react as he expected. He thought she would tremble from fear. Seeing her response, he couldn't help but look at her with newfound respect.On the other hand, Yvette screamed and begged, "Please don't kill me ... Please don't kill me ...""Hahaha! Look at Yvette. She's not as composed as you are. I wonder if you're pretending or you're genuinely unafraid?" the man commented skeptically."I came here knowing that I might die. What's the use of getting scared? If you really want to kill me, then I'll just have to accept my fate," Erin said, pretending to be calm. Yet, cold sweat had already trickled from her forehead to her chin.The man wanted to say something, but a message came through his earpiece. He seemed to have gotten some important information. There was a look of frustration in his eyes. He kicked Yvette's back, causing her to fall t
Seeing her expression, Oliver knew he wouldn't be able to talk her out of it. He said with a sigh, "Whatever you're doing, just be careful."Suddenly, a glint of excitement flashed in Maya's eyes. She smiled very excitedly. "Oliver, what do you think about me becoming Erin's assistant? That way, I can learn her every move more effectively and quickly. When the time comes to impersonate her, I'll be even more convincing.""You're not serious, are you?" Oliver was worried."Why not?"...The next morning, Erin brought some food to Liberty General Hospital.Yvette was hospitalized last night. Although her leg was just grazed, the doctor advised her to stay for a week.As Erin entered the ward, she saw another person in the room—it was Irving.At that moment, he was carefully holding a bowl of oatmeal and feeding it to Yvette. Yvette seemed a bit nervous, as if she were afraid of Irving.Feeling puzzled, Erin placed the food on the coffee table nearby and sat down on the sofa.
Erin remained silent throughout. This wasn't the first time Yvette expressed her remorse. She was no longer as easily moved as she used to be."Will you forgive me?" Yvette asked, looking somewhat pitiful."Yvette, let's not bring up the past. Why don't we talk about Mom's situation instead? What suggestions do you have regarding Wyatt?" Erin changed the topic, no longer wishing to discuss the matter of forgiveness. Many things would be proven over time.Seeing that Erin wasn't willing to express her forgiveness verbally, Yvette's heart sank. Even so, she didn't want to force it. She gathered her thoughts and said, "Wyatt is a lecher. We can arrange for a talented actress to meet with him and have our mother catch him in the act. Once she sees his true colors, she won't want to marry him anymore.""But what if Mom doesn't mind Wyatt's lecherous behavior?" Erin questioned."If her feelings for Wyatt are genuine, then she will definitely mind!" Yvette stated with conviction."W
Erin put away her phone and checked her watch. It was 3:00 pm.She had an appointment with Caleb to discuss the establishment of their design company. These past few days, she'd been constantly busy. She kept herself occupied by taking care of all the matters that required handling.Calla and Candra had fully recovered from their injuries. Despite Erin's strong insistence that they rest for a few more days, they pleaded to return to Erin's side.In the evening, Erin continued her training in free combat and boxing. She was staying in Chandler and her villa, while her son and father-in-law lived in the new villa. Her son had completely transformed into a different person. Erin was unwilling to let Dani live in her villa. She'd heard from Quentin that Dani was exceptionally intelligent and had already started trading stocks with his funds. The little boy made a billion dollars in his first venture!The more she heard about Dani's accomplishments, the more unsettled Erin felt. She
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