Maria sneered haughtily. "Gloria is on a different level from you. She's smart and good at everything. She's also the eldest daughter of the Shaw family. Do you think someone like you can compare her? If it wasn't for Gloria, do you think Tyler would lay his eyes on you?"Her arms crossed at her chest as she looked at Vicky proudly."Vicky, this plan of yours can only keep Tyler's attention for just a while. Once Gloria is in trouble, you won't have a place. Aren't you just a little curious where Tyler is now when he was just with you seconds ago?"Vicky knew Tyler went to answer a call. Though, it had been a while, and he was not back. As she thought about it, she looked in the direction where Tyler was. Sure enough, the tall guy was not there.Maria snorted and raised her chin. "Gloria had a little situation, yet Tyler still went over to help her."Vicky's eyes wavered a little. She was surprised she did not notice when Tyler left.'That's right. Maria would've never looked for
It would not take too long to rescue Gloria.By the time Tyler found Gloria, the man had brought her to a remote corner. Her clothes were torn into pieces, and they could hardly cover her body.Scowling, Tyler growled, "Let go of her."This man was from a rich family and had been fond of Gloria for many years. He once confessed his love to Gloria but was rejected. Thus, he planned on forcing himself onto her, intending to make her his.It was a good opportunity, and he nearly succeeded. Needless to say, he was enraged when Tyler appeared out of nowhere and disrupted his plan."Scram! Mind your d*mn business—!"A loud kick landed on the man's abdomen.Thump! It was a strong kick that his organs nearly went out of place, and it was powerful enough that he was sent tumbling away. Blood oozed from the corner of his lips, and he passed out immediately.Gloria was baffled at the sudden turn of events. She was ready to kill herself rather than allow the man to take her purity. Who kne
Tyler was shocked when he got a clear look on the face of the woman he saved.Vicky looked at the woman Tyler was carrying and asked, "Sheila… Is she okay?"Sheila rushed to save her before harm befell her. However, the wheelchair was speeding too fast, and Sheila—unable to stop the wheelchair—fell into the fountain when she used her whole body to stop the wheelchair.Vicky fell to the ground due to the collision. Her arm was scratched by the rocks on the ground. However, Sheila's condition was worse.Tyler examined Sheila's condition and furrowed his brow.The drenched Sheila had passed out.…Half an hour later, the group arrived at the hospital and Sheila was sent to the emergency room.At that moment, Vicky finally felt at ease. She then turned to find Maria and Gloria, who came with her and Tyler.This was the first time she met Gloria after she lost her memory. Gloria looked even more beautiful when compared to the photo of her.Vicky did not know what Gloria went throu
Tyler had a look of indifference upon hearing Maria's explanation. "How did she know where I went? And why were you there?"Guilt crept into Maria as she instinctively raised her voice. "S—She was going to look for you because you didn't come back for a long time. Coincidentally, I passed by and told her that you'd be back in just a while…"She continued to look at Vicky and explained her side of the story."She asked where you went. I was just strolling in the garden when I happened to see you rescue Gloria. Since you were there with Gloria, I didn't want to disturb you two, but Vicky kept wanting to look for you."I remember Vicky and Gloria were never on good terms, and if she saw you two together, she'd surely misunderstand. I decided to say nothing, yet this evil woman tricked me… You guys know I can never keep a secret, so I blurted the truth."She was so infuriated that she staged that whole fountain fiasco!"At this point, she approached Gloria and stood beside her with a
Gloria could see through Maria's thoughts and said faintly, "The truth isn't important to Tyler."Confused, Maria looked at Gloria. "What do you mean?""Even if Vicky did what you claimed she had done, he won't blame her," Gloria explained.It only left Maria with more questions. "Why?"Gloria smiled faintly. "What place do you have in Tyler's world? What kind of relationship do Vicky and Tyler have? Do you think he'd help someone bully his wife?""But these things happened before… Sasha pushed Vicky into the water and said Vicky jumped in herself. Didn't Tyler believe in Sasha that time?"Gloria shook her head. "Who do you think Tyler is? Do you honestly think those lame tricks can trick him? It wasn't that he believed in Sasha; he just didn't want to do anything about it."Suddenly, it brought Maria back to the time she framed Vicky for stealing her bracelet.The plan was perfect, and she was sure she had placed the bracelet in Vicky's purse. When they searched her purse, the
Maria stood next to Harvey and rocked his arm back and forth. "Harvey, I didn't push her. She was just careless and couldn't control her wheelchair. I have nothing to do with this..." she said sweetly. "Besides, she didn't get injured or anything. It's Sheila who was injured... We can just pay her off!"Harvey remained quiet, and the usual playful look on his face was nowhere to be seen."Harvey, you know what kind of person I am. I can't possibly do something so evil..."Harvey, who had remained silent the entire time, sensed something and looked up to find Tyler walking over with Vicky in his arms."Vicky, are you alright?" Harvey asked.Vicky had only been slightly injured, so she shook her head."Can you tell me what happened, Vicky?""Did Maria not tell you?"Harvey paused for a moment. "She isn't being overly clear."Maria had told him everything, but he knew his sister better than anyone in the world.Though Gloria had been present, she was not involved and did not kno
"Mister Sparks, you've always spoiled Miss Sparks. She could destroy the world for all you know, but you'd still protect her no matter what, even when..." Tyler paused and looked into Vicky’s eyes. "Vicky was your fiance and had been wronged so many times because of that. Vicky is my wife now, and I'll never let something like this slide."What Maria had done throughout the years had fully disappointed Harvey, and he did not have the intention of protecting her, but Tyler made it sound like he would do anything in his power to shield Maria from all blame.His lips curled into a dark smile. "You have some nerves to accuse me of that. It's not like you've stood up for Vicky much after being married to her for so long. You've wronged her just as frequently as I've wronged her in the past."It was the truth, because Vicky had been put through torments beyond counting after she lost her memories. Though Harvey might have wronged her in the past, she had forgotten all about it and could n
Tyler's expression darkened. "Vicky doesn't remember anything. Whatever you say, she won't have a clue as to what you're saying.""I know that." Gloria kept her eyes trained on Vicky. "I just want to talk to her."She smiled bitterly. "If you're that worried about her, we can talk here.""Vicky is injured and doesn't feel so well, so maybe another day," Tyler said in a low, cold voice.Gloria froze and noticed that Vicky kept her head bowed so that her hair would cover her face."I see." Gloria did not insist. "I'll go now, then.""Hang on a moment. I'll walk you out," said Tyler said before carrying Vicky into a room.Jade, who was sitting inside, stood up. "Mister Hart.""Stay with Vicky for a while," Tyler commanded."Yes," Jade said respectfully.Tyler set Vicky down on the bed and said, "Wait here. I'll be back soon."Vicky kept her head bowed and did not respond.He planted a gentle kiss on her forehead and left.At the entrance of the hospital, Gloria took in the si
[Alright.]Aurora sighed in relief. "Vicky, we've been out for quite a while. Shall we head back?"Vicky glanced at Aurora. "Can we finally go back now?""Yes, we can go back... Huh?" Aurora sensed something was amiss. "Vicky, do you...know something?"Vicky smiled. "Every time I go out with friends, Tyler always bombards me with questions about when I'll be back and insists on picking me up. Strangely, he didn't ask me anything today. Also... I remember that it's my birthday today."Aurora was left speechless as she realized Vicky saw right through her act....By the time they got home, it was starting to get dark outside. Inside the mansion, it was quiet and pitch-black. Suddenly, a warm, yellow candlelight gradually illuminated the darkness, revealing a handsome face."Happy birthday, Vicky," Tyler said.Vicky gazed at the flickering candles, feeling a bit dazed.It was then she remembered that during the early days of their relationship, he had prepared a birthday surpri
Tyler showed great disdain when his wish of getting a daughter was let down. What irritated him most was that this son looked remarkably like him.After recovering from childbirth, Vicky accompanied a newly pregnant Aurora on a shopping trip for baby supplies.Upon hearing Vicky's story, Aurora could not help but ask, "Men are usually happy when they have sons, so why does Tyler prefer daughters?"Vicky sighed. "Tyler says that a family is never really balanced and happy unless they have one son and one daughter."Aurora nodded thoughtfully. "Indeed. Now that you have a son, having a daughter would be perfect. Vicky, have you and Tyler considered responding to the national call and having a third child?"Vicky shook her head. "The last time I gave birth, Tyler wasn't around, so he doesn't know what it was like. This time, he was scared out of his wits and had no intention of having more children. A few days ago, he even underwent a vasectomy."Aurora chuckled. "Daughters may be s
However, everything spiraled out of control.Tyler knew his behavior was despicable, but he could not control his emotions.When he loved, every cell within him longed for her. Every time he came to see her, he told himself it would be the last time. However, he found himself appearing at her house more and more frequently.Tyler knew he was in trouble, and it would not be long before he returned to his former self.Vicky was like a drug to him. Even though he knew that contact with her was toxic, he could not bring himself to let go.He knew she was pregnant with his child, and his most primal desires began to surge, making it impossible for him to resist the urge to make her stay.Vicky listened quietly to his confession, and her heart ached.She could not fight off the urge to hold him; her touch was firm and comforting.He only mentioned a few words about the time he regained consciousness, but Vicky knew he had endured a lot of pain. The fact that he was alive was a miracl
Tyler's lips quivered as if he wanted to say something, but in the end, he fell silent.What was there to say? It was not like he could apologize. The deed had been done, and his apology would not mean anything. Besides, he had no regrets whatsoever.Vicky stared at him. "You tampered with the surveillance, didn't you?""Yes.""And the servants and nannies. They're all under your control, right?"Tyler lowered his gaze. "Yes."Since all of this was real and not a dream, she must have been unconscious when Tyler returned. No matter how soundly she slept, she should have felt something. Since she had to take care of Lufian, she came home every day for meals, so she guessed that something was added to her food.For the past few days, she pretended to eat at home while secretly disposing of her meals. As it turned out, her suspicions were correct.Vicky repeated the question she asked before. "Why didn't you come to me?"Tyler remained silent once again."Did you come here just t
"Are you planning to leave just like that?"The man's body tensed.Click! The desk lamp was turned on, its warm, amber light illuminating the darkness."Why won't you look at me? Are you brave enough to do it but not to admit it?" echoed Vicky's gentle voice.Tyler snapped out of it and instinctively pulled his hand away from hers, ready to escape, only for Vicky's next words to pin him in place."If you leave now, I'll get rid of the baby in me tomorrow."He swiftly froze in place and turned back to her. "What did you just say?"Even though she prepared herself mentally, seeing the shock on his face made Vicky's eyes widen in shock. In an instant, her eyes welled up with tears. "You..."As Tyler met the shock in her eyes, he came to a sudden realization and turned his face away, looking anywhere but at her.When she learned about her pregnancy and knew she had not been dreaming, Vicky had a hunch about who it was that came and went freely into her home. The only one capable o
Vicky began to feel increasingly uneasy. She was pregnant without even knowing who the father was. That had to be one of the most absurd jokes in the world.Aurora, Noah, and the others were bewildered.They knew Vicky's character well, and she was not the type to casually sleep around. Besides, she still had feelings for Tyler, so she would never sleep with another man.Getting drunk was even more out of the question. After all, she was either working or taking care of her child. She had neither the time nor the inclination to go out drinking.Even Vicky herself was bewildered, and her thoughts were in disarray. "I... I don't know."The others exchanged glances, all noticing that Vicky's first instinct was not to terminate the pregnancy."Vicky, go home and think it over carefully. If you need anything, don't hesitate to call us," Aurora said gently.Vicky nodded absently.Back at home, Vicky reviewed the surveillance footage once more.She had watched it numerous times, but
Just then, a dish that Vicky usually enjoyed was brought to the table by the waiter.The aroma filled the air, but Vicky paled instantly. Before anyone could react, she retched and rushed to the bathroom.Everyone exchanged puzzled glances.Cece blinked. "What's wrong with Vicky?"Jennifer furrowed her brow. "Vicky doesn't look well. Is she ill?"The concerned Aurora chimed in, "Ever since Tyler's disappearance, Vicky hasn't been in the best mood. She even suffered from postpartum depression. Let's take her to the hospital after dinner. We can't afford for her to fall ill again."Everyone assumed that something was physically wrong with Vicky, but Noah, who remained silent, spoke up."I remember when Vicky was pregnant last time... She seemed to be very sensitive to certain smells."All eyes turned to Noah.Jennifer's eyes widened. "What are you trying to say, Noah?! You don't mean to suggest that...Vicky might be pregnant, do you?"Under the curious gazes of everyone, Noah c
As Anthony and Jennifer grew up in Lovian, and their families had deep roots there, they had to stay at Lovian as well. However, whenever they had free time, Jennifer often returned to Stoneford City to meet her friends for gatherings and meals.Vicky's birthday was approaching in a few days, and Jennifer came back early for the occasion.Lufian, on the other hand, became the darling of the group, and everyone loved him. Thus, one of the highlights of visiting Zendonia was to see Lufian.On this day, Vicky had some free time and decided to go to the airport to fetch Jennifer.Harvey held Lufian and walked out of Vicky's mansion.He had also come back early to celebrate Vicky's birthday. Like everyone else, he adored Lufian. His priority the moment he returned was to see Lufian, even though Lufian resembled Tyler most uncannily.Harvey carried Lufian and settled into the back seat, preparing to bond with him during the ride. Vicky sat in the driver's seat.Just as they were about
"Lufian is usually very well-behaved. He doesn't cause a fuss and is easy to handle.""Is his name Lufian?""That's right. Lufian Hart."Gloria's gaze flickered briefly but quickly returned to normal. "Have you given him a nickname?""Not yet," Vicky replied.Gloria did not say anything further.After playing with the child for a while, she carefully placed the necklace she had prepared around Lufian's neck.The baby played for a while and soon fell asleep.Gloria then gently returned Lufian to his stroller.Leaving the nursery, Vicky and Gloria engaged in casual conversation. They had no deep-seated grudges, and over time, their past love and hatred gradually faded away.Vicky smiled and remarked, "You seem to really like children. How about having one yourself? A kid would make a good companion for Lufian.""I'd like to, but I haven't found the right person," Gloria lamented.Gloria had been single for years. It was not because she could not forget Tyler or was waiting fo