Blair’s smile was wicked as he pinched the cigarette butt forcefully. “What do you think I’m doing?”Before Mable could react, he grabbed her wrist and wrapped his other hand around her waist, pushing her into a cubicle in the gents’ washroom.“Blair...”Mable was furious and tried to struggle but was unable to match his strength.The cubicle door was locked with a click!Mable was startled, instinctively sensing the danger. She tried to escape, but Blair pinned her hands above her head and pressed her back against the cold door.Mable yelled at him. “Let go!”This pervert!How could he take her into the men’s washroom? What if someone came in and saw them?Blair looked at the woman in front of him and said viciously, “I’m warning you, Mable. As long as we’re not divorced, you’re still my wife. Don’t blame me for not being polite if you dare hook up with other men!”Mable’s face flushed with anger. Hook up with other men? Since when did she ever do that?“I’m warning you too
In the cramped cubicle, Mable’s hands were pinned above her head, and one of her legs was grabbed by him. She was wearing a dress, so the action exposed her long snow-white legs.Mable felt like a fish on a chopping board, completely at his mercy.She glared at him, furious and humiliated. Her voice was filled with frustration. “Let me go or I’ll scream!”If not for the fact that she had suffered serious injuries and her skills were not as sharp as before, she would not have been restrained by him.Blair’s lips curled into a smirk. “Go ahead and scream. I’d like to see who ends up being embarrassed.”“You—!”Just then, footsteps echoed from outside.Someone was coming in!Mable was so frightened that she quickly pursed her lips, not even daring to breathe.Blair looked at her and smiled wickedly.His warm hand caressed her smooth thigh, deliberately provoking her.Mable glared at him with wide eyes, her gaze sharp as knives.Blair leaned close to her ear and lowered his voi
Mable said expressionlessly. “It’s fine. My sensory nerves are damaged, so I can’t feel pain.”The doctor was stunned and looked at Mable with sympathetic eyes.To the side, Blair frowned and looked at her wrist.Under the light, a large scar on her wrist stood out conspicuously.Furthermore, both hands had scars.How did she get them?Were they from attempts of self-harm or some other reason?A sharp pain suddenly pierced through his heart. He gripped his chest as he paled.He hurriedly walked out of the emergency room, took the painkillers from his pocket, and swallowed two pills. He leaned against the cold wall and took deep breaths to alleviate the pain in his chest.“Master Blair, are you okay?”Amos had gone to settle the bill and get the medicine. When he returned to see Blair’s painful expression, he quickly ran up to ask.Blair nodded slightly and closed his eyes.Before long, Mable’s dislocated wrist was set.When the doctor took a CT scan of her hand, it include
Blair’s sudden fainting startled Amos, who quickly called Solomon and Tracey.By the time they rushed to the hospital, Blair had already woken up.The doctor said he fainted due to an overdose of painkillers, resulting in a sudden side effect.After learning about Blair’s frequency of taking painkillers from Amos, he sighed and said grimly, “Mr. Fowler, over-the-counter medications are also drugs. It must be taken following medical advice and with a controlled dosage. You’ve already experienced side effects. If you continue at this frequency, it’ll pose serious risks to your health.”Tracey and Solomon exchanged worried glances at the doctor’s words.It seemed their worst fears had come true.When they were in Richworth, Blair did not take painkillers that often. It only increased after coming to Italee and meeting Mable.Blair sat up on the bed and stared at the back of his hand, receiving an IV with lifeless eyes. After a moment of silence, he asked, “Are there any other medic
Was it a side effect of the poison from that time?Blair did not respond. After a moment of silence, he asked Solomon and Tracey, “How did the injuries on Mable’s finger joints happen?”Tracey exchanged a look with Solomon before saying, “Are you sure you want to know, Blair?”They were worried he would faint again from pain if he listened.Blair nodded. “It’s fine. Tell me. I want to know the reason.”He had just taken painkillers. Even if it hurt, it would not be that bad.Solomon said, “Back then, due to a misunderstanding between you and Mable... Mable was captured by Aust and tortured. All her fingers were broken, and the tendons in both hands were severed. Although they were reattached later, some after effects remained, and she had been undergoing rehabilitation...”As Blair listened, vague images flashed in his mind. The more he tried to recall, the more uncomfortable he felt.Even with the painkillers, it could not suppress the pain.Blair gripped his head, feeling a
In Saint Rosa Hotel.Spike looked at the man in front of him, his face filled with suspicion. “Are you really my uncle?”“Yes, your mother is my younger sister.” Jeremiah bent down and looked at Spike with a warm smile.He took out his phone and showed a photo of himself and Mable.Jeremiah rubbed the boy’s head and said, “Hubert, do you want to come back to the Mullers with me?”To the side, Tracey heard this and hurriedly pulled Spike to her. “Technology is very advanced nowadays. Who knows if that photo was shopped or if you’re just an imposter?”Although she knew that Jeremiah was indeed Mable’s brother, she could not entrust Spike to him.Jeremiah stood up and looked at Tracey indifferently. “I have no reason to lie, Ms. Fowler. Also, Hubert is my sister’s flesh and blood. The Fowlers have kept him for so many years, but it’s time for him to come back to the Mullers.”Tracey got angry. “Spike is also my brother’s flesh and blood. His last name is Fowler! There’s nothing wr
Tracey looked at Blair and Solomon. “When did you two come?”Solomon frowned. “Didn’t you see us enter?”Tracey shook her head slowly, her mind completely blank...Blair saw that Spike was not in the living room or the bedroom and asked, “Where’s Spike?”“Spike?”Tracey was stunned for a moment and suddenly remembered. “Blair, Spike was taken away by Jeremiah Muller.”She recalled the situation earlier and knocked on her head. “I... I don’t know what he did to me, but I couldn’t move. I watched as he took Spike away.”Blair stiffened. When they entered, it looked like Tracey had been in a daze for a long time...Solomon looked at Tracey and asked, “Were you hypnotized?”Tracey felt fearful. “Does Jeremiah know hypnotism?”A dark glint flashed in Blair’s eyes. Hypnotism...He was not in the mood to think about it now. He was worried about Spike, so he turned and walked out. “I’m going to the Mullers.”Tracey followed. “Wait for me. I’m going too!”...In Muller Manor.At
Although Spike was young, his thinking was very mature. He could tell that his uncle did not like his daddy at all.Jeremiah looked at Spike with a vague smile. “You’re quite protective of him.”Spike pouted. “He’s my daddy. Of course I’m protective of him.”Jeremiah said, “But do you know that your daddy has done many things to hurt your mommy...?”“Jeremiah.” Mable interrupted Jeremiah’s words, not letting him continue.There was no need to involve children in the grievances of adults.Jeremiah sighed and stopped talking.Mable touched Spike’s face with a gentle smile. “Spike, Mommy and Daddy don’t get along well and are preparing to divorce, but don’t worry. Even though we’re separating, I’m still your mommy, and he’s still your daddy.”Spike squeezed her hand. “Mommy, do you not love Daddy anymore?”Mable pursed her lips tightly. She only felt hatred for Blair now, not love.When she remained silent, Spike guessed her answer and said, “Mommy, Daddy won’t divorce you.“Al
“Arthur proposed to Tracey?!”In the afternoon, Tracey posted several photos of her and Arthur in a hot air balloon. In one of the photos, she held a bouquet with a dazzling ring on her ring finger.[Yes, I do.]That was the caption.Blair hugged Mable and nodded with a smile. “Yeah, Arthur proposed to her today. Trace called to say they’ll prepare for the wedding after they return from their trip.”“That’s great!”Mable was sincerely happy for Tracey and Arthur.She asked Blair, “Do they have any ideas for the wedding? We can help them prepare in advance.”Blair said, “We can call Trace and ask.”Mable looked at the time. It was midnight in Monafett, and she did not want to disturb them by calling at this hour. She smiled and said, “I’ll call her tomorrow.”Getting two good news in a row today made Mable feel particularly good. After dinner, she could not help but want to drink some wine to celebrate.Blair had not drunk for a long time, either. Seeing her in high spirits,
Kyle stared into Zoe’s eyes. He had indeed noticed it, but he was not sure yet.However, when Zoe called him by his full name, he was completely certain.Zoe had regained her memories.From the moment she woke up, her emotions had been off. Even Monica noticed something wrong with her, so how could he not have seen it?Kyle looked at Zoe, reaching out to brush the hair by her temples. “It’s been a long time since you called me that.”Zoe had not called him since waking up, but as soon as she did, she called him Kyle instead of Ky. He knew then she must have remembered everything.Although Kyle knew that this day would come sooner or later, he did not expect her to regain her memories at this moment.He was completely unprepared and caught off guard.Zoe lowered her head. “That’s what I used to call you, but you tricked me into calling you Ky.”She remembered everything as soon as she woke up.The events that happened when she had forgotten felt like a dream, too surreal to be
Kyle named the baby Six not only because he was born at 6 pounds and 6 ounces but also because June 6th was the day they first met.He would always remember the scene when he first saw Zoe, even though their relationship started with deception, manipulation, and even revenge.Kyle caressed Zoe’s cheek and said, “Zoe, I’ve never told you this, but I fell in love with you the moment I saw you. It was love at first sight.“I want you to stay by my side forever and let me stay by your side forever. I’ll never let you go again in this lifetime.”Zoe’s eyes slowly reddened as she listened to Kyle’s heartfelt words.Indeed, she never knew he fell in love with her at first sight...They both did.Kyle gently wiped away her tears. “Zoe, I promise you. We’ll only part in death, never in life.”Zoe choked and nodded, burying her face in his chest as she cried.In her arms, Six seemed to sense his mother’s emotions and moved restlessly.Zoe quickly comforted him.“Let me.” Kyle took the
At the hospital. When Zoe woke up again, it was already the next morning.As soon as she opened her eyes, she saw Kyle sitting by her bedside.Kyle noticed her waking up and quickly held her hand. “Zoe, you’re awake. How do you feel?”Zoe stared at the man in front of her and blinked, feeling shocked.When she did not answer, Kyle immediately became nervous. “What’s wrong? Do you feel uncomfortable anywhere?”Zoe remained silent and continued to stare at him. Her eyes gradually turned red, and her nose tingled with a strong sense of sourness.Kyle’s heart clenched at the sight. “Zoe, don’t scare me like this. Zoe...”He was getting anxious and was just about to call the doctor when she suddenly grabbed his hand. “I... I’m okay. I just had a nightmare. I’m a bit groggy after waking up.”Kyle hugged her, his warm hand gently patting her back. “It’s okay. I’ve been by your side all along.”Zoe buried her face in his shoulder, softly humming without saying anything.At that mom
“I see.”Outside the delivery room, Kyle’s family and the others were still waiting anxiously.Close to midnight, the door finally opened, and the nurse carried the baby out.“It’s a boy. Both mother and son are safe.”Everyone breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this.Before long, Zoe was pushed out. Monica checked on the baby before hurriedly walking to Zoe’s side and taking her hand. “Zoe, you did so well.”“I’m okay, Mom.”Zoe was still very weak after just giving birth, and her voice was weak. Monica immediately told her husband to call the servants to brew a tonic and sent it over.Mable walked to Zoe and felt her heart ache when she saw the latter’s pale face, but she smiled and said, “Congratulations, Zoe.”Zoe smiled, no longer having the strength to speak.Blair and Solomon congratulated Kyle.Kyle nodded, not paying attention to them, and took Zoe back to the ward with the nurse.Zoe was a first-time mother, so she was extremely exhausted after giving birth an
As soon as Mable learned that Zoe was about to go into labor, she rushed to the hospital immediately. It was late at night, and Blair was worried, so he accompanied her.When the two arrived at the hospital, Zoe had already been taken into the delivery room. Kyle followed her in, but his parents waited anxiously outside.Mable looked at Monica and Floyd and asked, “Isn’t Zoe’s due date still about ten days away? Why did it suddenly come early?”Monica said, “We’re not sure, either. After dinner tonight, Zoe said her stomach was hurting. Kyle helped her upstairs to rest, but not long after, he called for someone to prepare the car to go to the hospital...”Seeing Mable stare anxiously at the delivery room, Blair held her hand and comforted her. “Don’t worry. Zoe has been healthy her whole pregnancy. There shouldn’t be any problems.”Mable nodded. “Yeah, I hope both the mother and child are safe.”Soon, Solomon and Ines also arrived.Solomon greeted Kyle’s parents and asked, “How
Without saying anything, Solomon placed his behind Ines’ head and kissed her.Ines wrapped her arms around his waist...Knock, knock!The untimely sound of knocking interrupted them.Ines jumped like a startled deer, eyes wide and cheeks red.The servant’s voice came from outside. “Sir, dinner is ready.”Solomon hugged Ines and cleared his throat. “Got it. We’ll be right there.”The servant acknowledged and left.Ines buried her head in Solomon’s chest and took a deep breath before saying, “Let’s go. Don’t want your parents to wait too long.”“Yeah.”Solomon stroked her head and looked at the drawing he had just completed. “Once it’s dry, I’ll have it framed and hang it in the bedroom, okay?”Ines asked, “In this bedroom?”Solomon nodded and kissed her forehead. “Yeah, we’ll probably come back to stay here often in the future.”Ines pursed her lips and smiled silently.“Let’s go have dinner.” Solomon led her downstairs.After having dinner at the Rowland residence, Solom
Solomon embraced Ines from behind, resting his chin on her shoulder. “I learned to draw when I was young and almost did fine arts for college.”“Why didn’t you?”Winning first prize in a national art competition indicated a high level of drawing skill.Solomon said, “Painting is just one of my many interests. I do it to pass the time when I’m bored. I’ve never thought of becoming an artist.”Ines nodded. “I see.”Solomon suddenly perked up and opened a small cabinet beside the bookshelf, taking out a canvas and some paints. “Come on, I’ll draw a portrait.”Ines was stunned. “Of me?”“Yep. Give me a moment.”Solomon led Ines to sit on the sofa, then went out to find a servant to bring him the easel.Although he had not painted in many years, he still had all the tools he used before.Before long, the servant helped him bring in the easel and other tools.After looking at the layout of the bedroom, Solomon asked Ines to sit in the soft chair by the window, where the lighting w
Ines blinked. “I was just thinking about what to bring to your house tomorrow. I can’t go empty-handed...”Solomon laughed at her words. “You don’t need to bring anything. Just seeing you will make them happy.”“That won’t do. I still need to buy something.”Although she knew that Solomon’s parents did not lack anything, she could not just go without a gift. It was still necessary to have proper etiquette.Ines was a little nervous at the thought of visiting his parents tomorrow. “Can you tell me what your parents are like?”Solomon noticed her nervousness and squeezed her hand. “Don’t worry. My mom and dad are very nice. They won’t make things difficult for you.”Ines looked at him and nodded.With him by her side, she was not that worried.She heard Solomon say that his father liked tea, so she bought a gift box from the supermarket. In addition, she also brought some nutritional supplements to bring along when they go to Solomon’s house tomorrow.After buying everything, th