Monica could not shake off the image of the whip marks on her son's back, and it made her heart ache deeply. Her eyes turned red as she glared at her husband."That's our son! You called for family discipline without showing any mercy! Let me tell you, if anything happens to Kyle because of this, I won't let you off the hook!" Monica said with fierce determination.Floyd sighed, his face filled with regret. "I'm already tormented by what I did. Do you think I'm not feeling pain from the sight of the whip marks on him?"Monica continued, "If Kyle doesn't like Melanie, we shouldn't force him. Even if he reluctantly marries her, they won't be happy together."Floyd nodded. "I've already spoken to Klay. The engagement between Melanie and Kyle has been canceled."No parent wished for their child to have an unhappy marriage, and although they believed Melanie and Kyle were a good match, they could not force Kyle into a loveless marriage.Monica wiped away her tears and looked at her hu
As Mable walked, she suddenly felt someone was following her. She stopped in her tracks and swiftly turned around.The marketplace was bustling with people, but everyone seemed engrossed in their affairs. Mable furrowed her brow, wondering if her imagination was playing tricks on her.She resumed her walk toward the parking lot but could not shake the feeling of being watched by an unseen presence."Boss!" As Mable approached the parking lot, she encountered Hugh.Hugh took the items from Mable's hand and noticed her furrowed brow. Concerned, he asked, "Boss, what's wrong?""I feel like someone is stalking me, but when I looked back, I didn't see anyone suspicious," Mable replied.Hugh's expression immediately turned tense. "Boss, let's get in the car."When Mable got into the car, Hugh circled it, scanning the surroundings with a sharp gaze. He sat in the driver's seat and started the car when he found nothing.Hugh glanced at Mable through the rearview mirror and said, "Bo
Upon seeing Monica enter, Kyle instinctively shielded Zoe behind him. "Mom, is there something you need?"Monica appeared somewhat displeased, not only with Zoe's cautious demeanor but also with her son's defensive stance. She coldly retorted, "Can't I come to check on Zoe? Do you think I'm a tiger that might eat her?"Kyle felt somewhat helpless and explained, "Mom, that's not what I meant."Monica huffed. "I can see it in your attitude."She then approached the bed and looked at Zoe, forcing a faint smile. "Zoe, don't be afraid. I won't harm you. I'm just here to see you. Is your back still hurting?"Zoe shook her head weakly and replied, "It doesn't hurt anymore. Mabes had applied some medicine earlier.""That's good." Monica nodded. She could not help but sigh as she looked at Zoe's frail appearance. "I had the chef prepare some nourishing food for you. It will be sent up shortly. You should eat more."Monica then shifted her gaze to her son and remarked, "Have you been negl
Zoe was happy, and Kyle was too.Monica looked at her son and sighed with relief. "Kyle, you should also take care of yourself while taking care of Zoe."She had grown to love Zoe just as Kyle did, and seeing their deep love for each other, she wanted to try to accept her.Kyle nodded and smiled. "Mom, don't worry, I'll take good care of myself."After spending some time in the bedroom, Monica left. Once she was gone, Zoe hugged Kyle, and her eyes sparkled with happiness. "Ky, I'm so happy! Your mom didn't chase me away."Kyle kissed her lightly and said, "If you're happy, eat more later and get well soon."Zoe nodded."Oh, by the way, was that check from Mable?" Kyle asked when he noticed Mable's signature on the check.Zoe nodded and said, "Yes, it's from Mabes."Kyle raised an eyebrow and asked, "Did she also teach you to offer to support me financially?"Zoe nodded again and curiously asked, "Kyle, what does 'support' mean?"Kyle chuckled lightly, thinking Zoe was as inn
Zoe found it hard to adapt in the Goodman Residence. Although Kyle's parents no longer opposed her relationship with Kyle, the unfamiliar surroundings still made her uneasy. Kyle brought her back to his villa once she had recovered a little.He brought his work home to spend more time with Zoe and allow himself to heal.One afternoon, while Kyle was working in the study, Zoe watched TV in the living room and decided not to disturb him.The doorbell rang, and Aunt Laura answered it. Soon after, Melanie entered the house."Ms. Zepher, Master Kyle is working upstairs. Please wait for a moment, and I'll inform him," Aunt Laura said."Alright, Aunt Laura." Melanie nodded and glanced at Zoe sideways.While Aunt Laura went upstairs, Melanie asked Zoe, "Ms. White, is the injury on your back getting better?"Zoe nodded in response but chose to remain silent. She did not like Melanie and had no intention of conversing with her.Melanie noticed the necklace around Zoe's neck, which she
Melanie covered her bleeding nose, tears streaming down her face. She looked pitiful with her crying and nosebleed.Kyle narrowed his eyes and spoke sternly, "Is that so?"He glanced at Zoe, who was in his arms, and asked, "Zoe, did you hurt Melanie?"Zoe heard Kyle’s stern voice and nodded reluctantly with teary eyes. "Yes. But—"Before Zoe could explain, Kyle interrupted her. "You've become more disobedient."Zoe bit her lip, thinking that Kyle was angry with her. Tears welled up in her eyes.It was Melanie’s fault that she grabbed her necklace and called her names which caused Zoe to retaliate physically.Melanie implored, "Kyle, even though we've canceled our engagement, we should still be friends, right? You can't let your girlfriend treat me like this!"Kyle, cradling Zoe's shoulder, sat down on the couch and played with her hand. His tone was gentle as he said, "My dear Zoe has always been gentle and obedient, like a little kitten. If someone hadn't provoked her first, s
In Kyle’s Villa.After Melanie left, Zoe angrily returned to the bedroom, removed the necklace around her neck, and vigorously wiped it with a soft cloth for cleaning jewelry.Kyle hugged Zoe from behind. "Zoe, are you angry?"Zoe turned around and looked at him unhappily, "Kyle, I hate her!"Kyle nodded, saying, "I've already talked to Aunt Laura; she won't be allowed in again."Zoe nodded in return, looking at the precious necklace in her hand as she said, "This is the necklace you gave me."Kyle took the necklace from her hand and put it back on her. He said, "If anyone dares to take your necklace, tell me, and I'll personally take care of them."Zoe nodded vigorously, hugging Kyle. "The necklace is mine, as is Kyle.""Yes, yes, I’m all yours." Kyle smiled. Not long after Melanie left, Kyle received a call from his father asking him to return to the mansion. His tone was full of anger, and Kyle probably guessed the reason. After hanging up, he asked Zoe to wait for him a
“Oh? Well, someone like you should be called 'mentally challenged'!" Melanie spat out the insult."Let go of me!" Zoe shouted.After Kyle's parents watched the footage on the surveillance video, they looked at Melanie, whose expression had changed."Melanie, how could you?" Monica looked at Melanie, both angry and furious.Monica might have been even more ruthless than Zoe if it were her. A punch would have been too lenient!Floyd also looked at Melanie. His disappointment was evident.They initially thought she was the victim, but unexpectedly, she provoked Zoe first, physically forced her, and even used foul language. She got what she deserved!Melanie had not anticipated there to be surveillance in the living room. Otherwise, she would never have said those things."Mr. and Mrs. Floyd, please let me explain. I was joking with Zoe."Seeing the sudden change in the situation, Jane hurriedly defended her daughter, "Yes, our Melanie has been a well-mannered, good child since ch