The air seemed to have frozen when Vicky spoke, leaving only the faint sounds of the kettle wheezing while the water boiled.After a few moments of silence, Bella smiled. "So, you've figured it out, huh?"Vicky stared at Bella and asked, "May I know how I offended you, Miss Thompson?"Bella, no longer hiding her intentions, replied, "Back then, as soon as Harvey was imprisoned, you couldn't wait to break off your engagement with him and marry someone else. You tried to reel him back in after your divorce and made him stay single for so many years! Once you found a better option, you simply discarded him!" Her gaze bore into Vicky's, cold and venomous."A despicable person like you deserves a good lesson," Bella continued.The way this woman looked at her seemed oddly familiar to Vicky, so realization hit her in an instant. "It's you!"Years ago, when she and Harvey had first been engaged, a woman constantly pestered him, even teaming up with Harvey's sister to make trouble for Vi
Jennifer hurriedly grabbed Vicky's arm, shaking her head vehemently. "Vicky, don't."Vicky gave Jennifer a reassuring look and then turned her gaze toward Bella."It seems we won't be able to reach an agreement today, Miss Thompson," Vicky said calmly. "I have some other matters to attend to, so I'll take my leave."She refused to succumb to Bella's threats.Bella's purpose was to target her. Even if she complied, it would only make things more interesting for Bella. Vicky knew she had no intention of setting Willow free at all.Seeing Vicky's resistance, a sinister glint flashed in Bella's eyes.She had harbored resentment toward Vicky for years. If Vicky's life took a turn for the worse, she might have found satisfaction to a degree. However, Vicky's life had only improved over the years, and her career soared.Bella's hatred for her had reached an unbearable level, especially after her recent confession to Harvey, which he rejected. Bella wanted nothing more than to kill Vick
The white shirt clung to Tyler's body, soaked through by the scalding water. The heat still lingered, and one could distinctly feel the heat emanating from his clothing.As Vicky was about to speak, a low, hoarse voice reached her ears. "Did you get burned?"Jennifer snapped out of her shock and nervously approached. "Vicky, are you alright?"She was aware of Vicky's pregnancy. Even if the boiling water had only landed on her body, the high temperature alone could pose a risk to the baby's well-being."I'm fine," Vicky replied, her complexion pale but her expression composed. "He's been burned. Jennifer, please help us get to the hospital."Jennifer nodded with a grave expression.At this moment, no one had the luxury of paying any attention to Bella as getting to the hospital was the top priority. The three of them hurriedly left the private room, not sparing another glance at Bella....Inside the car, Vicky sat with Tyler in the back seat. Due to his back injury, he could no
Tyler had not yet emerged from the operating room when Harvey, upon learning of the incident, made a phone call."Vicky, I'm sorry to trouble you again." Harvey's voice sounded weary on the other end of the line. "I've taken care of this matter and will ensure you receive a satisfactory response."Bella had imprisoned one of Vicky's employees and even attempted to scald Vicky with boiling water. Had Bella succeeded, the consequences would have been unimaginable, and Harvey felt responsible.Upon hearing what Bella did, Harvey felt deeply guilty."Alright," Vicky responded emotionlessly.After a few moments of silence, Harvey asked, "How is he doing?""He's been scalded. They're currently treating the wound.""Vicky, are you two..." Harvey seemed to want to ask something but hesitated to finish his sentence."I will give birth to this child," she said.It took Harvey a long time to respond, his voice distracted. "Vicky, do you want to get back together with him?""Harvey," Vic
The following day, Harry arrived. He appeared much more mature compared to four years ago.Upon seeing Vicky, his emotions remained mostly unchanged, and he greeted her with the same respect as he had four years ago."Ms. Shaw," he greeted.Vicky nodded in return. "Have you gathered all of his belongings?""Everything has been packed up."Vicky was about to say something else when her expression suddenly changed, and she rushed into the bathroom to vomit.During this period, her symptoms of morning sickness had lessened considerably. However, since arriving at the hospital last night, Vicky started experiencing severe nausea and started vomiting again.Vicky hardly slept throughout the night, and the same held true for Tyler. Seeing her retching in the bathroom once more, he furrowed his brow. "Harry, arrange for a doctor to come and examine her."Vicky had experienced a shock the previous day, but her body had not shown any signs of discomfort, so neither of them thought much
"Ms. Shaw said nothing else," Harry replied.Tyler fell into silence.At this moment, Harry realized why Tyler had asked that question.Several years ago, Tyler had also been sick and injured a few times.At the time, Vicky contemplated leaving him, and they had engaged in a period of tug-of-war. Still, while Vicky did not take care of Tyler herself, she often sent messages to Harry, asking him to take care of Tyler.She did not say a single word this time.Tyler was injured because of her, and it was only natural for her to stay in the hospital to look after him. Because of that, she spent the night with him in the hospital. If he had not told her to leave, she might have stayed despite feeling uncomfortable.However, when he asked her to leave, she did as she was told without much protest.Her change was so obvious that it was difficult to ignore.Harry observed Tyler's face as he fell into silence and let out a silent sigh....During the week that Tyler was in the hospit
Vicky's gaze flickered as she looked at Old Mister Hart. "I don't understand what you mean."Old Mister Hart sighed lightly. "Back then... I was wrong. I shouldn't have stopped you and Tyler from being together."Vicky was taken aback by Old Mister Hart's words. He had always prioritized his interests and was authoritarian, so she could hardly believe he was apologizing to her.It was even more incredible than Tyler apologizing to her.Old Mister Hart continued, "In his early years, Tyler suffered a lot outside, and after returning to the Hart family, he wasn't treated well... It was indeed a mistake made by the Hart Family and myself. It's normal for Tyler to harbor resentment toward us."He looked at Vicky with a conflicted look. "I didn't handle the relationship between Tyler, you, and the Hart family well. The main reason I came here this time is to apologize to you. You and Tyler were separated for so many years, but luckily, your feelings are deep, and you've found your way
Managing the Hart family was difficult, but destroying it could be done in an instant.Old Mister Hart had no other choice but to actively seek out Vicky and apologize to her. Tyler would give up on destroying the Harts if he lived in peace."I know that what Tyler did still weighs heavily on your mind. You can doubt him in anything, but the one thing you shouldn't doubt is his feelings for you.""His feelings for me?" Vicky's tone carried a hint of mockery. "His feelings for me led him to humiliate me, didn't they?"Old Mister Hart wearily replied, "After knowing him for so long, you should know that what he wants isn't just your body but your heart. Locking you by his side is a simple solution; it's also something that he could've done four years ago. He could've easily kept you with him when you asked to break up four years ago, but he didn't. That alone shows that he wants more than just that."Four years ago, I thought he returned to the Hart family and accepted everything be