"No."Harvey's eyes narrowed. "Why didn't you tell him?""Didn't you find out before that Tyler was the one who caused my amnesia? I still haven't figured out why he wanted me to forget, so...I haven't told him yet. I'll inform him once I understand the reasons behind it."There was one more thing Vicky did not mention: Tyler's change in attitude toward her started after her amnesia.He did not want her to remember, and she wondered if it was because he did not want to confront their past and he had yet to let go of what happened.She could empathize with that and was willing to give him time.Harvey wanted to advise her against it but realized that Vicky was far too determined to accept any advice he had to offer, so he remained silent in the end....Not long after arriving home, Vicky received a call from Tyler."What are you doing?" he asked.Upon hearing the man's voice, a faint smile appeared on Vicky's lips. "I went to the airport to see Gloria off and just got home."
"No... Mmph!" Before Vicky could finish, her words were all swallowed by Tyler's kiss.To attend the party looking her best, she spent two hours on makeup.Not only had Tyler smudged her makeup, but he even tore her dress!The sound of fabric tearing caught her in shock, but she soon snapped out of it. "Tyler, my dress!"Tyler ignored her and continued to devour her with a relentless kiss.After being married to him for years, she knew what he was trying to do and tried to push him away. "No... We don't have time. We're going to be late..."He planted kisses on her lips and neck before muttering hoarsely into her ear. "It's fine."With that, he captured her lips once again, effectively stopping her from protesting....By the time it was all over, Vicky's makeup and dress were all ruined. On top of that, they were late to the party.She glared at the man stepping out of the bathroom."What's wrong?" he asked.'What's wrong? He has the audacity to ask me what's wrong?' she t
Tyler scowled. "Don't wear any backless dress. I don't like it.""It's fine. I like it.""No."Vicky stared into his eyes. "And if I insist on wearing one?"Tyler looked at her unblinkingly for a while before saying, "It looks like we won't be attending the gathering after all."She froze. "What do you mean?"He narrowed his eyes dangerously and brushed his lips against her cheek. "Are you sure you want to seduce me again, Vicky?""..." Realization finally dawned on Vicky. "You're the one who can't control yourself, yet you blame it all on me," she muttered. "You accuse me of seducing you, then say that I don't look good in backless dresses...""I never said you don't look good in one," Tyler said.Vicky wanted to argue but instantly realized that he was right.It was already rude of them to be late to a family gathering, and it would be atrocious for them to not show up at all."Fine. I won't wear a backless dress." Vicky caved. "Just get off of me."Instead of getting up,
All the people looked at both Vicky and Tyler with an indescribably unsettling gaze.In the past, Vicky had accompanied Valencia to numerous social gatherings, encountering various types of people and incidents. At that time, she was young and incapable of rivaling Valencia's level of cunning.She eagerly sought Valencia's approval and endured many unfair treatments as a result. Unfortunately, Vicky had no choice but to swallow her pride and accept the abuse as she was facing Tyler's relatives.Vicky could not help but feel somewhat uneasy when she saw all the familiar faces again.Valencia had traumatized her, and in moments like these, she found herself yearning for the days when she was oblivious to the past without her memories.Tyler seemed to sense her unease. He gently held her hand and spoke in a soothing tone. "No need to be nervous. I'm here."Vicky calmed down at the sound of his voice and smiled at him. "Alright."Then, a chilly voice cut through the crowd."Indeed,
Vicky narrowed her eyes.Tyler clearly said there was a work-related matter to take the blame for.Although it was indeed because of him that they were late, Vicky was touched that he came forward to defend her in front of the entire Hart family.Old Mister Hart glanced at Vicky and smiled faintly. "It's just a family dinner. No big deal. Work is still the priority." He waved at the two of them. "Take your seats quickly."Gatherings at the Hart Family were different from ordinary parties.Ordinary parties were held like buffets, while family gatherings were when all family members gathered at the same table to dine together. Old Mister Hart, with the most seniority and highest status, sat in the central seat.On his left and right sides, in descending order, the seating arrangement followed the hierarchy of seniority.At this moment, everyone at the banquet had taken their seats, leaving only two empty seats next to Orion and Valencia.Tyler and Vicky walked over together.O
"Allergic to seafood?"Each family was to inform the host ahead of time about their dietary requirement.Old Mister Hart glanced at Valencia and Orion, who paled as none of them expected Tyler to point it out so bluntly.Old Mister Hart instantly realized what had happened and called the butler over. "Take all the dishes at Tyler's table down and check with Vicky to see what she wants, then tell the kitchen to make other dishes."The butler dared not to delay and urged the servant to take the dishes down.The others were distracted from their meals and turned to look at Tyler and Vicky, all the while whispering among themselves."What a drama queen to cause a motion over a few dishes...""Isn't that right? She was already late to the gathering and kept us all waiting. Now, she is causing a scene over the food. Does she really think that this is her house?""I heard that her family background is only slightly better than ordinary people, and after her family declared bankruptcy,
Rumors had it that Tyler had done many foolish things for Vicky and even wanted to sever ties with his family, which only deepened Isabella's contempt toward him.'How can a man who has nothing in mind but romance achieve any success in life?' she thought.Soon after that, Tyler left the Hart family, and there was little news about him.At that moment, as she faced Tyler's pitch-black and icy-cold eyes, Isabella suddenly felt a chilling sensation all over her body, slightly intimidated by the menacing look in his eyes.Isabella had always been spoiled, and Old Mister Hart had indulged her, which only caused her wilfulness to escalate. Thus, she would never allow herself to be intimidated by a cousin who had been cast out and abandoned since childhood.With that in mind, Isabella steadied her mind and lifted her proud chin. "I'm talking about your wife, of course. Your wife is degrading our status and reputation with how lowly her status is and how barbaric her actions are. She is
The atmosphere continued to be awkward during dinner, and though the others did not say another word, they kept looking over. Their judgemental gaze pierced through the air like blades.Tyler ignored them all, and when Vicky did not start eating, he calmly served food onto her plate. "What's wrong? Don't you like these?"She snapped out of it and said, "No, it's not that.""Then eat up," he said. "I thought you said you were hungry."After what had just happened, Vicky had lost her appetite, but she knew that Tyler would order the servants to make other dishes if she refused to eat.To prevent others from thinking that she was spoiled, she picked up her spoon.Not far away, Isabella scoffed. "How shameless."After dinner, it was time for casual conversation and tea where people formed into small groups to chat."Tyler." Old Mister Hart called out. "Come. There's something I want to discuss with you in person."Old Mister Hart clearly did not want Vicky to be there, so she step