When Vicky woke up, she felt as though she had traveled back in time. It was not until her phone on the nightstand started vibrating that she sobered and answered the call."Vicky," greeted Cece energetically. "I've already arrived at the event hall. When will you arrive?"'Event hall?' Vicky thought before remembering that there was a large fashion show in Stoneford City, and as a fashion designer, she could not afford to miss it."I'm on my way," Vicky blurted out and ended the call.She leaped out of bed to head to the bathroom, only to lose balance and dropped to the ground.She struggled to get up and noticed the bruise on her wrists.Vicky froze at the realization that what happened the night before was not a dream.She did not want to recall what happened, and the truth was that she could not, even if she tried. All she remembered was Tyler asking over and over again who helped her.However, it was a question that she did not have an answer to.At one point, she fainted
Vicky scowled. "I think Anthony does have feelings for Jennifer, and he...doesn't seem head over heels for Lily either, so why is he struggling to settle this love triangle?""It's because something is wrong with his mind," replied Cece and pointed at her head. "I'm not insulting him. He is actually sick in the head, and the way he thinks is different from others. I heard from Jennifer that Anthony's mother went into a coma to save him. His dad is deeply in love with his mother and almost went crazy because of that. Anthony was taught that true love means giving your life to a person. When he was kidnapped and Lily risked her life to save him, he mistook that for true love."She shrugged. "A person's values and beliefs form from their childhood, and it's impossible for Anthony to change now. All things aside, Anthony does treat Jennifer well. They grew up together, after all. However, with Lily in the picture, Jennifer will always come second... More precisely speaking, Anthony only
A sharp, crushing pain shot through the top of Vicky's foot, making it almost unbearable.Vicky instinctively pushed the woman in front of her away.With considerable force, Vicky managed to knock the woman to the ground in an instant.Just then, two elegant ladies happened to be walking by from a distance and hurried over upon witnessing the scene."Oh my goodness, Aria, are you okay?!""Did you hurt yourself anywhere?"The two ladies stood on each side of the younger woman to help her to her feet.A few scratches marred the younger woman's porcelain-like skin, and one of the middle-aged ladies' eyes reddened with concern."Aria, are you hurt? Does it hurt?"The younger woman replied, "Mom, I'm fine. It's just a few scratches. They'll heal."Her mother gazed at her with tender affection. "You've had health issues since you were little, and now that you've finally recovered, you go and hurt yourself. How can I feel at ease when you're out on your own?""Mom, I really am fine
Missus Everly cast a cold glance at Cece and remarked disdainfully, "Ill-mannered wench, who gave you the right to speak here? Birds of a feather, indeed! People of a certain kind always gravitate toward their kind."Cece had never encountered someone so unreasonable before, and she flushed in rage. She was about to confront Missus Everly when Vicky restrained her.Vicky gazed calmly at Missus Everly. "The upbringing of people who constantly call others 'ill-mannered' is hardly exemplary. Missus Hart was right. People who don't have a mother won't know a thing about manners, but having a mother devoid of refinement can hardly raise a good daughter either."The expressions of the three women immediately darkened.Valencia sarcastically chimed in, "I heard Ms. Shaw has lost her memory. It seems deceiving men is another skill in her arsenal."Missus Everly laughed coldly. "Aria, you should learn a thing or two from her. When it's time for a woman to feign vulnerability, she must lear
The look in Vicky’s eyes darkened.When she returned to Valencia, Valencia shot her a cold look. "Are you done with your phone call? If so, let's go.""I need to use the bathroom, Missus Hart."Valencia scowled in displeasure. "Why do you have so many excuses?""Sorry. I drank too much water today.""Well, go on, then!" Valencia said impatiently.Vicky nodded and silently shot Cece a pointed look.After working for Vicky for years, the two had developed an unspoken understanding, so she blurted out saying, "I'll go, too."As the two walked away, Missus Everly scoffed in contempt. "That little wench is so stubborn. You ought to teach her a lesson properly later."Valencia narrowed her eyes viciously. "If it wasn't for that vixen, Tyler wouldn't have hurt Lincoln. Thankfully, Lincoln has been cured, or I'd have her head!"At this moment, Aria spoke up, "Aunt Valencia, Tyler holds her in high regard, or he wouldn't have kept her hidden from you and Uncle for so long. If you assa
"I'm sure you've heard about that lady from the Yeager family. The press exposed her for partying with men in a club at night. The Harts cannot accept such an indecent woman, and the cancellation of the engagement is inevitable...""Let's discuss that later, Aunty," Aria said."Consider it, Aria. Lincoln isn't that bad and is comparable to Tyler. Many ladies can only dream of marrying him..."Valencia wanted to continue but was interrupted by Missus Everly. "Missus Hart, Vicky has hurt my Aria, so you can't spare her. Make sure that Tyler doesn't know you are punishing her because of Aria, though, or he'll blame Aria for it."Seeing how both Aria and Missus Everly preferred Tyler, Valencia sighed inwardly and did not continue to praise Lincoln. She chuckled and said, "Don't worry. I know what I'm doing. Tyler won't be able to blame anyone. I'm only teaching Vicky manners as I did back then. Since she claims to have lost her memories, it's her duty as a part of our family to retake
Vicky's expression darkened, and she immediately took Cece back to the corridor and said sternly, "They're after me and won't do anything to you. Cece, let's take different ways out.""But..." Cece muttered worriedly."I'm not asking for your opinion," Vicky interrupted her. "If we both get caught, we can't even seek help."Cece knew that Vicky was right. She clenched her jaw and turned to run in the other direction.Since Valencia wanted nothing to do with her, Cece had not run into anyone on her way, and she made a sharp turn into the washroom before taking her phone out to make a call."Mister Gardner, I'm Cece. I think Vicky is in trouble..." Cece swiftly informed him of her address. "Mister Hart's mother is after Vicky. You need to get Mister Hart to come over right now."Despite the mysterious man's warning, the venue was relatively small with limited exits. Valencia had come prepared, and Vicky did not get far before they captured her.An hour later, Vicky was brought to
Vicky never anticipated being involved in such a dramatic situation.Orion stared at Vicky and said coldly, "You sure are cunning, Ms. Shaw. You promised to break up with Tyler, only to go running back to him without us knowing? Did you regret letting him go after finding out about his true background?"Vicky looked at Orion.She did not remember anything about Orion, but according to the words he said, she concluded that she had met with Orion and Valencia before."Have we met, Mister Hart?" she asked.Orion scowled. "There's no reason for you to keep up your act now, Vicky Shaw.""She said she lost her memories," Valencia said."She lost her memories?" Orion mocked. "She probably faked it because she wanted to go back on her promise, right?""Mister Hart, have I promised to...break up with Tyler?" Vicky asked."Not only had you promised to do so, but you asked for 150 million dollars in return, too."Vicky froze at his words. She did recall receiving the money and wondered