Samantha had never seen this side of Joshua. While he had always been distant, he had never been this icy and cold. Despite being prepared for his arrival, Samantha could not help but feel frightened and tempted to retreat."Ms. Tanz, your bodyguards have already been subdued by ours. It would be best for you to come back with us," Yoel kindly reminded her."Why should I go back with you? I haven't done anything wrong," Samantha retorted.Joshua signaled at Yoel. Yoel immediately took a stack of documents from his briefcase, handing them to Samantha.Feeling a sense of impending doom, Samantha asked, "What is this?""Evidence of your crimes," Joshua stated flatly, his perfectly tailored suit accentuating his handsome features. "We haven't handed it over to the authorities yet because I want to bring you back personally." The current situation between Joshua and Cynthia was, in large part, due to his own actions. However, Samantha's manipulations from behind the scenes also pla
Reluctantly, Sean agreed to Joshua's proposal, realizing that he was in the wrong for using Cynthia to manipulate Joshua. "Everything is ready," Sean replied casually when Joshua asked."Let's begin," Joshua coldly said.Sean opened his medical kit, and took out a pill for Samantha. He maintained a charming demeanor as he presented it to her. "Ms. Tanz, you can choose between taking this pill or receiving an injection."Samantha hesitated, feeling a natural resistance to the options. "What is this?" "It's a pill to put you to sleep for a few hours. Mr. Neal is concerned that you might cause trouble during the trip," Sean explained gently.Samantha glared at Joshua, shouting, "Joshua!""Make your choice.""What if I refuse?" "Sean will put you to sleep. No matter what you choose, in the end, you'll have to face the consequences of your actions," Joshua stated bluntly.Samantha wanted to argue, but looking at Joshua and Sean, she knew it would be useless. Most important
Joshua stood outside the police station for quite a while without moving. Yoel and Sean were waiting nearby, and after more than ten minutes had passed with no sign of him leaving, Sean could not hold back any longer and said, "Are you planning to stand here until nightfall?"Joshua remained silent, having already done what he needed to do."Book three tickets for an early flight back to Jiverton the day after tomorrow," Joshua finally announced with a complex mix of emotions."Three tickets?" Yoel asked.Joshua nodded in confirmation and then started walking toward the car.Sean hurriedly went over to block him. "Are you suggesting that I go back to Jiverton with you as well?""Any objections?""What do you think?"Although Sean's home was not in Nexuria, Yves was here. If he went to Jiverton for three years, what was the point of leaving the family in the first place? Moreover, Yves might have completely forgotten about him during these three years.This was absolutely
"It's a secret."Hearing his response, Cynthia started to let her imagination run wild…Matthew had changed into a more sophisticated outfit after work today. Could it be...?"Are you planning to propose to me?" Cynthia boldly asked.Matthew had not expected her to jump to this conclusion. Then, he teased, "Are you hinting that I should propose to you?"Cynthia was taken aback. Was he not proposing? "Don't worry. I'll start preparing for the proposal tomorrow, and I promise it'll be to your satisfaction," Matthew added.Cynthia tried to explain, "That's not what I meant.""I understand.""You don't.""Mmhmm." Cynthia fell silent. She wanted to explain further but realized it might be useless. After all, Matthew was clearly up to something, and she decided to discuss the proposal plans with Riley and Gaby as soon as possible. That way, she could propose before Matthew did.While the two were each harboring their own thoughts, Matthew had already driven the car to t
"I'm really happy to celebrate your birthday with you this year. I hope that in the coming years, the person standing by your side will always be me," Matthew said."Captain..." Cynthia was moved."Do you like it?" "Yes, I do," Cynthia replied truthfully. She truly enjoyed the fireworks. Even though fireworks were short-lived, they gave their all to create the most beautiful display."Look behind you." Matthew made way for her and directed her gaze toward the building. "Your birthday gift."Curiously, Cynthia turned around, wondering why he mentioned another gift when the ongoing fireworks already enchanted her. However, as soon as she saw the building before her, she froze.It was a galaxy-themed structure, with lights outside that made it appear as though it was floating in a vast starry sea, twinkling and shining like stars.Matthew took her hand and urged, "Let's go inside and take a look."Following him inside, Cynthia could not help but wonder when Matthew had prepa
When Cynthia looked through the telescope and saw an exquisitely beautiful star, she was shocked."I have bought this star and named it after you at the astronomical observatory. From now on, it's yours," Matthew said seriously, having taken care of all the necessary procedures beforehand. Cynthia was at a loss for words. She knew she could buy a star if she wanted to, but she disliked complicated procedures.Purchasing a star involved many formalities and processes, most of which had to be done in person. Considering all the hassle, Cynthia never went ahead with it.Yet, Matthew had given her one as a gift."Captain, thank you," Cynthia said, smiling.Matthew was happy.Amidst the sparkling stars and blossoming fireworks, the two of them embraced and laughed together.That night, after Matthew and Cynthia prepared their clothes for the next day in the second-floor bedroom, they rested there.The following day, Cynthia realized that when Matthew wished her a happy birthday,
Cynthia was taken aback. After recalling their past, her response was similar to before, "Because you deserve it.""That's right," Matthew said in his magnetizing voice.Cynthia glanced at him."If we compare it to an investment, then you are the project I'm willing to give my all for, regardless of success or failure. In other words, you're my dream," Matthew continued, being even more straightforward this time.Cynthia was stunned. The weight behind those two words was immense."Don't feel burdened because I treat you well," Matthew said while driving. He glanced at her from the corner of his eye and added, "As your boyfriend, if I can't even do the basic things of treating you well, then there's no point in being together.""Captain..." Cynthia was at a loss for words. Matthew drove steadily. "As long as you're happy, I'm content."He wanted to shower Cynthia with only the best, and wanted her to know that someone who truly loved her would act on it, not just with words.
Matthew should be happy about it, right?"For men, proposing is a significant event in their lives. He would prefer to be the one to initiate it," Moe earnestly told her.Cynthia pondered for a moment and glanced at Moe.Finally, she just said she would consider it.In reality, there was nothing to consider. She had already made up her mind about the proposal. After Moe left, she shared the two proposal plans she had written with Riley and Gaby in their group chat. She also mentioned that she was still thinking about other ideas.Both Riley and Gaby took the time to read the plans carefully and pointed out some shortcomings.[Riley: Did you forget the most important thing?][Cynthia: What?][Gaby: The ring! How are you going to propose to Captain without a ring?]Upon reading this, Cynthia instantly realized her carelessness.Oh, right. The ring... However, she did not know Matthew's ring size. While she could confidently and discreetly measure the ring size for someon