The sea breeze caressed Vicky's cheek. Jackie glanced at the time while he tried to call Harvey, but his phone was unreachable.Vicky stood next to Jackie and asked, "What's wrong? Did something happen?"Jackie shook his head thoughtfully. "I don't know. Mister Sparks' phone is turned off."Half an hour had passed since they arranged a time to meet up, but none of them heard anything from Harvey, which was an ominous sign that implied Harvey might be in trouble.10 minutes later, Jackie made one final phone call to Harvey and finally made a decision. "Miss Shaw, something might've happened to Mister Sparks. We shouldn't be out in the open, or others might find us. Let's go back for now. We'll have to wait until I reach Mister Sparks."She nodded. "Sure."To prevent having their hideout spot discovered, Jackie sent her to another apartment and once she was there, he said, "Miss Shaw, I might have to disappear for a while to search for Mister Sparks. You—"She nodded. "Go ahead. D
Vicky glanced at her phone and noticed that there was no text or phone call.Knock, knock, knock! The knocking grew louder, and it sounded as though the person outside was about to barge in.Since whoever was at the door had not said anything, Vicky dared not to make a sound, but the banging on the door simply grew louder as she refused to open the door.Her heart sank at the trembling door and took out her phone to call Jackie, only to realize that she had no signal.The person outside the door had clearly come prepared with a signal jammer.Bang, bang, bang!The noises grew louder, and she started to pant heavily.Vicky hurried to the balcony and opened the window.The apartment was located at least 10 stories high, and she would never be able to escape from the window.Just then, a deafening sound pierced through the air as the door flew open....Meanwhile, Harvey had made all arrangements and was about to head to the dock when he suddenly received a phone call.A young
The woman standing across Selene had silky black hair.With delicate features, she had an air of elegant beauty about her as her eyes shone soulfully under the light. Her skin was as fair as snow, and her demeanor was both innocent and alluring.Dressed in a beige white dress, her frame was tall and slim, giving her the impression of a fallen angel.Gloria frowned. "Harvey is coming to see me? I thought that he was busy with something."Selene smiled. "Nothing is more important than you."Gloria kept her eyes trained on Selene for a few moments in silence before questioning, "What did you say to him, Selene?"Feeling slightly guilty, Selene muttered, "Nothing much...""I've contacted Harvey a couple of days ago and he said that he was busy so he can't return to Stoneford City for the moment. What did you say to him for him to come running back?" Gloria asked calmly.Finally, Selene decided to tell the truth. "I... I just don't think that there's anything more important than you
Vicky lowered her eyes to hide the emotions within them. "I... I was kidnapped by Harvey Sparks.""I see..." Easton hated Harvey but dared not to cross Tyler.Since Tyler was Harvey's enemy, Easton saw Tyler as his ally.He turned on the television and said, "I've informed your husband about you. He should be here by tomorrow." He waved his men over. "Untie Missus Hart."A few men immediately stepped forward to untie Vicky.Vicky had thought that she would suffer greatly at the hands of Harvey's enemies and had not expected to be saved by Tyler. However, she knew that what awaited her would only be worse if she returned to Tyler."Mister Easton, Tyler is busy with work most of the time, and I don't think he has the time to pick me up. I can just go back on my own. Let's save everyone the trouble," she said."No way." He glanced at her. "You were kidnapped by Harvey in my territory, and I might be in trouble if Tyler Hart decides to hold me accountable for that. If he's busy, he
Vicky panted heavily upon hearing the dreadful news, and Easton frowned as he turned to look at Vicky. "She eloped with Harvey?"Vicky moved her lips to speak but felt numb. She might suffer less in the hands of the thugs in front of her compared to being captured by Tyler.Easton was at a crossroads and turned to shoot a look at his subordinate who sent Vicky into another room.Once the door was closed, Easton said, "What do you think Tyler is doing? Is this supposed to be a test?"Vicky had not been taken far away and could hear Easton by standing behind the door."Well, it's hard to say," his subordinate said. "There's a possibility that this woman is throwing a temper tantrum or something."Easton nodded. "She is still Tyler's woman, so it's not up to me to teach her a lesson, or I'll suffer when they kiss and make up.""Should we...send her back, then?""But what if she really did elope with Harvey? Sending her back will only upset Tyler!""That's true."Easton frowned.
Vicky thought that Harvey would bring her hope, but she found herself pushed deeper into despair instead.When Harvey did not answer the call, she tried to call Cece, only to feel a sharp prick on the back of her neck.Her gaze faded, and before she lost consciousness, she saw the young woman's evil smile.…Five hours later, Harvey finally arrived at the hospital and found Gloria waiting by the entrance."I'm sorry, Harvey."He froze when he saw how perfectly healthy Gloria seemed. "Gloria, I thought..."Gloria glanced at Selene, who was standing behind her, and said, "Selene had been foolish enough to mess with you. I called you as soon as I found out, but your phone was switched off. I tried texting you, but you haven't replied either."The look in Harvey's eyes darkened. He took one pointed look at her before turning to leave without a word.Gloria's eyes widened slightly. Harvey never treated her so coldly.Seeing she was at fault, she hurried after him. "Harvey, did som
Tyler's voice sounded both strange and familiar as it echoed in the room.Vicky's eyes were filled with tears due to the sunlight. Despite her swollen eyes, however, she finally saw his dark, brooding features.He stood with his back facing the light and looked down at her as though he had full control over her life."Tyler Hart..." she muttered hoarsely. "Why are you here?"He stood tall before her and said, "You tried whatever you could do to seek help when you were sent to Forever Night, so why haven't you done the same when you're locked up here?"Vicky only had a meal and a glass of water each day, and she simply curled against the corner, looking as pale and helpless as a frail porcelain doll.She looked around and realization dawned on her. "Is this...you again? Were you the one who sent people to kidnap me?"He kept his eyes on her and said, "Yes."She paused for a few moments before laughing."It's bad enough that you played this trick once, and here you are, playing
Like a lifeless commodity, Vicky was helpless and at Tyler's mercy.She reached out to grab his hand abruptly. "Don't.""Don't, what?" he asked.She bit her lower lip. "Don't continue.""Why should I do as you say?""..." She was rendered speechless.The door to the room opened, and the light from the outside shone into the room.Without even bothering to close the door, he inspected every inch of her body as though she was not a person.Her tears had run dry a long time ago, so she had not shed a single tear since she was imprisoned. Even in the present, she did not cry despite shivering.She watched blankly as he cleaned his hands with sanitizing tissue paper."Take a shower," he said. "Change into something clean."With that, he turned and left the room.As she walked out of the room, she realized that they were not overseas or at a clubhouse but in a quiet mansion instead.There had never been any perverted man next door, and it had all been an act Tyler had put up to