As time passed, Sasha became increasingly anxious. She wondered why Fleur and Chris were taking so long in the kitchen preparing deep-fried fish. Was Fleur dissatisfied with Lena and intentionally leaving her hanging?While these thoughts consumed Sasha, Zachary sent her multiple messages containing photos of Lena in the hidden room.Sasha: [I understand.]Sasha: [Please keep an eye on her. And refrain from sending me any more messages. I don't want Chris to see them.]As she finished typing, her second phone rang—the one she used exclusively for communication with the Chrisses.Upon seeing the caller's name on the screen, a trace of disgust briefly crossed Sasha's face. She reluctantly answered the call. "What do you want?""What do you mean, 'what do you want'?" Elijah sounded impatient. "When will you come for the compatibility testing?"Sasha got up, avoiding the service staff in the living room, and moved to a corner while lowering her voice. "You're asking me? My dear brot
Chris wanted to speak, but Fleur interrupted with a composed smile, waving her hand.The individuals from the Warnocks, whom Fleur had brought along, were unquestionably reliable. Despite their youth, the siblings displayed remarkable agility and sharp minds thanks to rigorous training. They possessed extraordinary talent and were Fleur's trusted aides."Do you still have concerns about my associates?""No, not at all. It's just—""I understand," Fleur interjected, meeting his gaze. "You wish you could follow her and see what's happening yourself. I understand your feelings, but remaining calm in situations like this is crucial. By staying composed, you can identify the right solutions and focus on the key issues."-In a dimly lit room.Lena regained consciousness. It took her some time to adjust to the darkness. Her temples throbbed faintly, and her mind felt empty. Struggling to sit up, she tried to recall recent events.The hospital, the corridor, the middle-aged man...Sh
Zachary's eyes flashed with a touch of darkness. He paused for a moment and placed several photos in front of Lena.Lena froze, her gaze fixed on a face identical to hers in the photos. It felt as if a lightning bolt had struck her, instantly silencing her turbulent thoughts."Her name is Sasha Harding," Zachary said in a hushed tone. "She's your younger twin sister.""T-Twin sister?" Lena could hardly believe what she was hearing.Zachary looked at her and chuckled. "Madame Krys never mentioned this to you, did she?"Lena shook her head in bewilderment.She had always believed she was alone in the world. After Krystal's death, she thought she had no family left. The revelation of a twin sister, sharing her blood and bearing her exact likeness, was beyond her wildest imagination."When Madame Krys gave birth to both of you, it was out of wedlock, with no names or status," Zachary explained gently. "At the time, she had a questionable reputation and constantly feared arrest. She
Sasha had just arrived at the hospital when two of Elijah's men seized her before she could react. Her mind went blank, and she didn't understand what was happening.The bodyguards restraining her were tall and strong, making it impossible for her to break free. Just as she was about to scream, they forcefully stuffed a piece of cloth into her mouth, leaving her only able to make muffled noises.These men appeared to know the hospital layout well, skillfully avoiding surveillance cameras as they swiftly dragged her into a laboratory.Elijah stood by the window with his back turned to her. The sunlight streaming in highlighted his cold and stern figure.Sasha's eyes widened, and her muffled sounds grew more urgent."Ms. Harding, I apologize," Elijah said coldly. "I had to resort to this method to meet you."After speaking, he gestured to two individuals in white lab coats beside him. The doctors understood his meaning. With a wave of their hands, the bodyguards pinned Sasha onto a
"This will take some time. Please be patient, Mr. Chriss," the doctor said.Elijah licked his dry lips and tugged his tie, letting out a deep sigh. Waiting was the only option he had at the moment.Restlessness suddenly overcame him as he glanced at Sasha on the surgical table, still unconscious under anesthesia.Curiosity got the best of him. As her brother, he felt compelled to see her true face. He needed to understand the extent of any disfigurement and what kind of surgeon he should seek for reconstruction.With determined steps, Elijah entered the room and hesitated only briefly before unveiling Sasha's face.In that split second, shock and astonishment filled his eyes. "This is... Lena?!"-Meanwhile, Chris anxiously paced in the living room.Not long after, Fleur's two trusted subordinates, Cody and Tessa Kovac, returned. They had received professional training, making them agile and quick thinkers, highly valued by Fleur.Fleur eagerly asked, "What's the situation?"
Chris was taken aback and stunned for a moment."So..." He turned to Elijah. "The person I've been with these past few days isn't really Lenny!""What?" Elijah was equally confused."She's not Lenny!" Chris grew agitated. "Lenny must be with her, and she intends to harm her!""Mr. Hamerton, please calm down. I can't understand you!"Chris didn't want to waste time and grabbed a pistol from the room before leaving.Fleur calmly stopped him. "We need to discuss a plan now. With your emotions high, what can you achieve?"Elijah scratched his head, speechless.Fleur asked, "Mr. Chriss, how much do you know about this Sasha?""She's my father's illegitimate daughter," Elijah confessed openly now. "But I never tried to find her until my daughter needed a bone marrow transplant. None of our relatives matched."Fleur furrowed her brows. "Where did you find her?""It wasn't too difficult," Elijah replied. "Based on my father's clues, my people brought her from Southeast Aciatic. But
Zachary gazed at her, feeling utterly helpless. He switched on the TV, and a surveillance video popped up, revealing Lena inside the secret room.Lena sat huddled in a dim corner, clutching her knees tightly. She kept count of the days—this marked her third day there. It hadn't been long but felt like an eternity in this gloomy environment. Surveying her surroundings, she found no escape route. Facing whoever lurked beyond was equally challenging. She had no choice but to wait for an opportunity.During these days, Zachary diligently delivered her meals. Even though they lacked flavor, she ate every crumb. She understood that losing hope wasn't an option in such dire circumstances. She had to wait patiently, preserve her energy, and prepare for her escape.Zachary paused the video and turned to Sasha, his eyes searching for answers."Do you... truly want me to eliminate her?" he asked.Sasha was visibly irritated and rolled her eyes. "Why do you have so much to say?"Zachary
Lena smiled and glanced at the door from the corner of her eye. Zachary had left it ajar when he entered, either overly confident in his skills or underestimating her due to her young age."Eat quickly," Zachary said, eyeing her. "Once you finish, I'll need to send you away.""Mm, I understand.""Aren't you scared?""Why should I be?" Lena replied with a faint smile. "The one who should be afraid... is you."Zachary met her gaze, feeling the sharpness in her eyes like a dagger to his heart. Memories of Krystal flooded back, the promise he had made to her, and now he was about to harm her daughter with his own hands...Lena was right. The one who should be afraid was him.Restless and sleep-deprived from the previous night's turmoil, Zachary felt lightheaded and dizzy. His breathing grew rapid, and he sensed suffocation creeping in.Instinctively, he reached for his pocket and realized he had left his inhaler behind.Clutching his chest in the midst of an asthma attack, Zachary