The footsteps were approaching. Neil suddenly realized that the door was opened. Just when he was going to get Aurelia to close it, he looked up and saw Carter, who was dumbstruck at the door.What he saw was—Neil was standing at the toilet with his legs spread wide while Aurelia was standing before him while bending. She had a pair of scissors in her hand.And the scissors were going…Carter inhaled sharply!"No, stop!"Aurelia's hand trembled, and the scissors fell onto the floor.She looked at Carter and then Neil—she was flushing. She covered her face and ran out as if she was running for her life.Carter did not have time to go after her as he quickly checked Neil's situation."Cuz, is that lady crazy?" He was in disbelief. "It'd be terrible if she cut your thing off!"Would the general not have an heir if that happened?Neil looked like he wanted to die as his eyes lost their color. He looked at Carter helplessly, unable to utter a word."Cuz, are you okay?"Cuz, I ca
Zephyr pouted. He was not like a pufferfish!"Tell me, what's up?""I just want to talk to someone."He frowned. "You can't find anyone else?"Neil was annoyed. "I just want to talk to you. Why do you have so many questions? I know you're happy with your wife and son, but can you pity a single man?"Zephyr got it now. Neil was talking about Aurelia again.He chuckled softly and turned his face to look at Cordelia, who was still sleeping. He whispered, "Your address.""Come to the cafe next to the hospital. Let's have breakfast together."He hung up right away.Soon, Zephyr rushed to the cafe. He could not help but be stunned when he saw the table filled with food."Although you're not shooting any movies now, please watch your weight!" Zephyr stood in front of him, looking serious. "You're Imperial Media's talent, after all. I'm your boss!"Neil glanced at him indifferently and continued to eat the beef burger in his hands.The gauze on his arms had been removed. He could h
Although Neil was in the entertainment industry, he had the backing of his family. Everything had been smooth sailing for him. He had never experienced suffering, so it was only natural that he did not understand the meaning of money.To him, money was just numbers.However, it was the first time he heard Zephyr discuss money. What he said made sense."So, if Aurelia is willing to spend on me, it'll prove she definitely likes me?""Um…" Zephyr scratched his chin. "Yes, theoretically."Neil was as excited as if he had hit the jackpot. He instantly took out his phone to call Aurelia."Hey, I saw a belt that I like. It costs $400!"Zephyr almost spat the coffee. He widened his eyes to stare at the weirdo in front of him.That was not right. The best actor had been in so many movies that he should be smarter. How could he use his script exactly!?Perhaps Aurelia said nothing that Neil frowned and continued to test her. "Hey, did you hear me?"No way. It's only $400, and you're sc
Neil's face suddenly changed.At that moment, a light commotion came from the other side of the phone.The call was hung up.He felt like he was on an emotional roller coaster. He was anxious."Aurelia is in danger… She's in danger!" He was pacing in frustration. "I must save her!""Calm down!" Zephyr got up to stop him. "The phone call doesn't necessarily mean anything!""You don't know that it was the queen who brought up Victoria!" Neil was pissed. "She must have said something to the queen, or she wouldn't get Aurelia to the palace for nothing, right? She doesn't know Aurelia at all!""Even if that's the case, you can't go!" Zephyr analyzed in a deep voice. "Although I haven't been in Southeast Aciatic for a long time, I know you can't just go to the palace as you wish! On what premise are you going now? What are you going to do after you get in? Are you going to say that Queen Carmella kidnapped Aurelia?""I…" Neil gulped and licked his dry lips.Zephyr glanced at him bef
Aurelia took a deep breath to look as calm as she could and forced a smile.Carmella was distracted for a split second. For some reason, she suddenly recalled her first meeting with Helene.They were similar in age and often attended various events with their elders. She was the standard young lady, while Helene seemed a little rebellious for the royal family, always doing something shocking.Each time she did those baffling deeds, the teachers in the palace would execute their authority to teach disobedient ones with a cane.Helene was often punished, and before she was hit, she would be so nervous that her shoulders would shake involuntarily every time.Carmella felt her brain go numb. She looked at Aurelia again and saw her long chestnut hair. She could not help the chills that ran down her spine as she shuddered.How could it be?She forced herself to calm down. This must just be a coincidence.Carmella straightened up and coughed before smiling at Aurelia. "Ms. Aurelia, yo
Aurelia’s face burned as she stood there in shame.Carmella got up and around the long table to slowly make her way to Aurelia. She pointed at one of the garments and told her, “This is one of the gold-couching techniques. The raw material for the gold thread used here comes from a neighboring country of Southeast Aciatic. The annual yield isn’t a lot, so it’s very precious. The thread is soft and fragile, not having much flexibility, so one has to be exceptionally careful when embroidering to be able to keep the thread whole."Aurelia had heard about this, but this was her first time seeing it.“This style has high requirements for one’s needlework techniques.” Carmella looked at her calmly. “This robe alone took five to six months and the collaboration of several veteran artisans."Aurelia bit her lips and stayed quiet.“Ms. Aurelia, I’m not doubting your ability,” Carmella said softly. “But sometimes, whether a person can accomplish something doesn’t depend on their ability but
Aurelia bit her lips, her beautiful amber eyes filled with resolution."Ms. Aurelia, have you made up your mind?"Carmella was confident.The sum of money in the envelope was enough for her to live a good life for quite some time, and a Southeast Aciatic passport was the dream of many. The girl would have both of these. What was there for her to say no to?It thus surprised Carmella that Aurelia scoffed. Her unaffected gaze was slightly disdainful. "Do you think I see uncle as a transaction tool like you all?"Carmella knitted her brows in alarm. "What did you say?"Aurelia picked up the envelope and uttered each word seriously, "As long as I agree to your conditions, I'll receive money and official Southeast Aciatic citizenship! You're right. I need both of these. But I'll work for what I need. I won't exchange Neil for them!""You…""Your Majesty, pardon my impoliteness." Aurelia bowed and looked up straight into her eyes. "But I want to tell you that you won't be able to sto
The palace guard noticed Alexander and quickly straightened up to bow."Your Highness!"Carmella took a pause before she slowly opened her resting eyes. Alexander was already standing before her with hands on his sides as he greeted her respectfully, "Good morning, Auntie.""It's not morning anymore." Carmella smiled. "I heard you young people like having, what's it called… brunch? Hah, I have some light food with me here. Treat it as brunch. Come have something to eat!""Thank you, Auntie. I'm not hungry." Alexander quietly looked around with an alert expression but did not see Aurelia at all."Alexander, what are you looking for?""Nothing…""Are you looking for someone?"Alexander froze and hesitated for a moment before he replied honestly, "I heard that you asked Aurelia over. I have a few robes that I need her help with too. I wonder if she's done with you here.""She is." Carmella took a sip of tea nonchalantly. "But I've already sent her back.""Sent her back?"Alexan