A/n: This chapter might contain some drugs, violence, crimes, and other sensitive content that might trigger the readers. ...... Kingsley had been in a bad mood since last week. He started to lose his people in the mansion one by one. To be accurate, the people he sent to the old cabin either got in an accident or were fired from working in the mansion. But the worst of it all was he couldn't stop them from being fired. He couldn't do anything at all since it was the head butler who had the backing of his father who fired them. Kingsley could not pardon them because each one of them commit a grave mistake. The only mercy the head butler could give them for the sake of Kingsley's face was to spare their lives. However, even though their lives were saved, they were totally blacklisted in this city and anywhere that the Albrecht family had an influence on. And since they were fired because of disgrace, no normal company or family would hire them. Their career was basically cut of
Kingsley's gaze darkened. Was this b*tch telling him that it was his own fault those people look down on him? That he was to blame that he was never enough in his father's eyes? Wasn't that all Javier's fault?"It's the half-dead's fault that everyone looked down on me. Father will always see me as incapable because of him...everyone deemed me as someone less because of him. It's not my fault but Javier's!"Suzie: "..." Why he was bringing up Javier again?Kingsley closed their distance and pulled at Suzie's collar, "Do you understand?! It's not my fault but that damn Javier!"Kingsley was a big and tall man. He did not control his strength at all and almost choked Suzie.Suzie tried to take off Kingsley's hand from her collar. "Let go!""That half-dead is good as dead. Can't you see that I am better than him? Why everyone couldn't see it? That half--dead is lying on the bed and will never wake up! Face the reality and submit to me!"Suzie smelled a familiar scent on Kingsley's breat
A security staff member ran to Kingsley's annex building in a hurry.He was one of Javier's people that were currently in disguise. He received news earlier that the eldest young madame will come to the main mansion. The eldest young master ordered him personally to secure the eldest young madame's safety.So the disguised security staff followed Suzie using the CCTV cameras. From the moment she arrived in the main mansion to her way to the west hall, the disguised security staff member keep a close eye on her.So far everything has been good. But not until he saw the second young master arrive in the west hall where Suzie was.The disguised security staff observed. When he saw Kingsley and his butler drag Suzie to Kingsley's annex building, he immediately called the other disguised people to come to Kingsley's place discreetly.They would be on standby until he made an order. Right now, they should not expose themselves unless the eldest young miss safety was jeopardized.So the disg
"Have you been waiting for me here all this time?" Suzie asked, stunned. She thought Javier would be in his room, reading like always. "I was worried. Are you okay?" Suzie held the hand that was on her shirt. It was a bit dark and she couldn't see Javier. She rummaged through the dark and touched Javier's head. Then from his head, she searched for the back of his wheelchair. "I am fine. But your hands are cold. The living room is cold at night. You should have waited for me in your room." The master bedroom was warmer since there was a heater there. Suzie pushed the wheelchair gently and reached for the lights. The lights turned on. "Have you eaten? I can warm a drink for y-" Her words were cut off when Javier abruptly tugged on her shirt harder and caused her to almost fell on him. Suzie looked at him in surprise. She was about to ask why he suddenly pulled her but halted when she saw Javier's aghast expression. "You're hurt...." Javier touched Suzie's face. Suzie's slender
However, this time Kingsley was wrong.His crimes were too big for Reyna to cover and hide it. Even though Reyna and her people tried to bribe the court officials and disrupt the investigations, the investigation team proceed smoothly.Not only did they find evidence too quickly, but all the evidence they presented in court was irrefutable."It's only been a few days but that much evidence has been found out?! What you people are doing?!"Kingsley scolded his lawyers.Right now, Kingsley was held in the prison temporarily until the charges against him were given a verdict. He thought the charges would be dropped soon and he would be able to go home after this 'misunderstanding'.But instead of closing the case as he expected, the case seemed to be extending because a lot of evidence was dug up.If this continued, he wouldn't be able to go home."Second young master, I am afraid...we couldn't cover this up. What we must focus on is shortening your sentence-""I don't want to be locked
"As you expected, Colton made a move and helped Kingsley. And he is on my tails now." Uncle Surge's voice sounded on the phone.Javier looked outside the window. He was watching the movement of the shades of the tree as he listened to Surge's report."Did you leak what I told you to Philip?" He asked after a while."I did. That man is quick to move. He bought all the shares using that woman and her son's money. He did not even let go of their properties. And then pretended to name it after Kingsley. Reyna is trusting a poisonous snake. I think that man is more ruthless than Colton."Uncle Surge was in a good mood. He hated Reyna as much as he hated Colton. To see that woman falling into a huge deep filled with sharp knives, made him happy. Although he wondered where his smart nephew learned about the grudge of the Lintons towards the Mckenzie and the Albretch, his nephew made use of them perfectly."You made me approach the Lintons and casually mention this to them. Were you not afra
"This strawberry is so big. Can we harvest this?" Javier touched the biggest strawberry from the field carefully. He did not dare to put much pressure or pick it up.Suzie crouched beside him. "Yup. This is ripe. Do you want to taste it?"Javier's eyes brightened. He nodded enthusiastically.Suzie taught him how to properly cut off the stems. Then they put the strawberry they harvested on Javier's lap.Suzie also harvested some lettuce and tomatoes. She wanted to make a salad as their snack.From the moment Suzie got 'injured', Javier familiarized himself with the house chores, especially the kitchen. Every time Suzie cooked, he would help her by washing the vegetables or preparing the plates. At first, Suzie refused Javier's help.Javier was a patient and the chores in the house were not difficult. But when she saw Javier's despondent and gloomy figure when she rejected him, her heart softened. She took her words back and finally gave him some easy tasks.Since then, Javier would he
Javier felt like he was on warm clouds. But why the soft cloud was moving? And where this sound was coming from? Despite the slight movement and light sound coming from these 'clouds', Javier felt so comfortable that he doesn't want to get up. When Javier opened his eyes, the first thing he saw was Suzie's chest. Javier: "...." Suzie was hugging his head to her chest. His face was resting on her soft breasts. No wonder he had a good dream. Javier shook off his naughty thoughts as he carefully glanced at Suzie. Suzie was asleep. There was a slight frown on her beautiful face. Was she having a nightmare? Javier remembered what happened yesterday night. Although he fall in and out of consciousness, he remembered clearly how Suzie took care of him all night. She never left him and comforted him. Her company and her comforting words made him determine to overcome the pain. Because she was with him, the pain become much bearable. Javier had suffered unbearable and agonizing c
Suzie smiled and kissed the twin's head. "Always remember that you two not only have us but you have each other. Keep looking out for each other like this as you two grow up, okay? Then Mommy will give you a lot of rewards." Hearing rewards, the two children's moods turned happy. "What rewards? Are we going to the ocean and dive with sharks?" "Are we going to fly in the air and meet Superman?" Suzie laughed. She really wished her children would never lose their innocence and their imagination towards the world. They could grow up strong and disciplined, but they should never lose their innocence toward life and their hope for the future. She would make sure of it. "Let me think about it." The two children talked about the rewards that were about to come while they held Suzie's hand. When Javier met them at the company's lobby, he could not help but smile at the scenery. The scenery of his wife and his two children laughing and smiling warmed up his heart. Life was full of ups a
"Everyone, I appreciate your presence here. The reason behind gathering you all and convening this meeting on such short notice is to announce that my wife will be visiting." Tension hung in the air as Javier initiated the meeting. However, the revelation that followed left everyone in a state of surprise. Maintaining his composed demeanor, Javier continued, "Many of you had the opportunity to meet her at last year's opening ceremony. She expresses her regret that she couldn't personally greet each and every one of you on that occasion. My wife is a busy mother, her schedule is quite demanding. I kindly ask for your understanding in this regard." "Madame does not need to apologize." "Madame's kindness is truly remarkable. It's touching that she considers employees like us. We're genuinely grateful for her thoughtfulness." "There is no need to bother about us...." Those with a talent for flattery seized the opportunity to win favor. And their strategy proved effective. Javier's
Three years later...In the massive conference room of a certain high-rise building, a group of executives and the board of directors were seated accordingly in their positions. The seat at the head of the table was empty.Everyone waited for that person's arrival with their hearts in their throats.Only the people in higher positions within the company knew how terrifying their boss was. Though young, their boss was ruthless when it came to business and never gave a second chance to those who harmed the company.He was generous to those who worked hard and remained loyal, but ruthless to his enemies. In three years, the company had risen unimaginably and become the number one empire in the country. It then ascended to a top-three rank in the whole of Asia.To those employees who remained with the company even during the most difficult times, their rise to these positions was a testament to their loyalty. They considered themselves fortunate to have stuck with the company and reaped n
In the quiet embrace of dawn's gentle touch, the sea awoke from its slumber, its vast expanse stretching out as far as the eye could fathom. The horizon, adorned with hues of soft amethyst and pale rose, held a promise of the spectacle to come. A delicate, cool breeze carried the faint scent of salt and adventure, caressing the senses like a whispered secret. Suzie tiptoed out of the bedroom and washed her face downstairs. She then busied herself in the kitchen. It had been two weeks since the couple had stayed on the island, and there hadn't been a single day when Suzie woke up early to prepare breakfast. Partly because it was Javier's fault for keeping her up late, but whenever she did wake up, Javier had already cooked breakfast and cleaned the kitchen. Even the dishes were taken care of by Javier. There wasn't much else for Suzie to do but watch her handsome, gorgeous husband handle the chores. Suzie appreciated his efforts. However, she also wanted to showcase her cooking ski
Suzie woke up, feeling an ache in her lower body. She opened her eyes and saw sunlight peeking in through the curtains.How long had it been since she was out?She slowly sat up straight and felt the stinging sensation again. She couldn't help but blame the man once more for being too fierce last night.It was as if the married couple had a connection; Javier appeared at the door, holding a warm glass of water.He looked surprised to see Suzie awake. He hurriedly walked in and handed her the water."You're awake. How do you feel?" Guilt and self-blame were evident on Javier's face. He knew that he had been too rough last night.Suzie wanted to scold him, but seeing him like this, her heart softened. Still, she glared at him. "You were indeed too rough last night."Javier gently helped Suzie to her feet. "I'm sorry. I lost control. Mrs. Zhou kept you away from me for three days—how could I not miss you?" Javier couldn't help but drag Mrs. Zhou into the conversation.Three days without
"....so just look at me and don't be nervous." A voice sounded on the front, breaking the fight that was about to start. Ambassador Milliard and Uncle Surge had already arrived in front of the bride's waiting room. At the door, Javier was almost hugging the door as he spoke with a pitiful voice, "I really wanted to see you. I haven't seen you for three days. Mrs. Luo is too strict." "We will see each other in a few minutes. So go to the hall and wait for me. Let my makeup artists work in peace," Suzie's voice sounded from inside the room. "...Alright. I miss you so bad, wife." Ambassador Milliard: "...." Uncle Surge: "...." Fortunately, they were the only people here. If other guests happened to pass by, Javier's image would completely shift from that of a peerless young CEO to that of a lovestruck fool, simping for his wife. The door swung open, and Javier, who had been clinging to it, almost stumbled forward. Mrs. Luo emerged from the room and deliberately avoided him. "Jus
Many people began talking about the couple again. Some were a bit regretful that the wedding of the century was not publicized on the TV. They could only get some news and updates from the social media of the guests.In a salon, a group of young misses were browsing their phones as they were getting pedicures.One of the young ladies saw the post and the discussion. She sat up straight in shock and the pedicurist almost ruined the nail polish she was applying on her toes."Wow! The whole island?! This is amazing! The island is so beautiful! I want to go there!" The young woman squealed. She glanced at the young woman at the far end of their group."Bianca, Mr. Albretch has gifted a very massive and beautiful island to your sister. We can go there, right?"Bianca was also browsing her phone. Even though she did not want to see the news about the wedding, everyone was talking about it and the photos from the island kept showing up on the hot search. She naturally saw this discussion.Wh
The sun hung low in the sky. The sea, a vast mirror of shimmering azure, stretched as far as the eye could see, its waves whispering secrets to the shore. Glistening flecks of sunlight danced upon the water's surface, a prelude to the symphony of colors that was about to unfold.The gentle lull of the waves created a serene backdrop, a tranquil cadence that set the rhythm for the impending ceremony.Seagulls soared gracefully above, their calls mingling with the rustling of palm fronds swaying in the warm breeze. The air held a hint of salt, making people feel as if they were in the sea's embrace, welcoming all who had gathered to witness this union of souls.At the water's edge, a carefully crafted boarding ramp stood adorned with seashells and diaphanous fabrics that fluttered in harmony with the wind. There was red carpet for the guest who embarked from their private boats.Delicate petals, kissed by sunlight, were scattered along the sandy aisle, guiding the way to the heart of th
..... While Suzie was busy pampering herself, Javier, the groom, was also solving some things on his own. He took a break from his busy schedule and visited the City Z penitentiary. City Z's prison had the maximum security in the country where high-profiled criminals with heavy chargers were assigned to. Because of Colton's identity and the long list of his punishment, he was assigned to this place. "Inmate 1206, you have a visitor!" A correctional officer banged on a certain cell's door with his baton. A thin man stood up with a confused expression. He followed the correctional officer to the visiting area. When he saw the person through the partition glass, the thin man paused. The compliant look on his face shifted for a moment. Javier was sitting on the other side with a calm gaze. He pointed at the telephone beside the partition glass. The correctional officer pushed the thin man, "Inmate 1206, you only have fifteen minutes." The thin man had no choice but to sit. He hes