After Seth was drained, he reached out toward Isabelle's nose. It was quiet, with not a hint of breath remaining.Isabelle had lost her life under his ruthless desires."Isabelle!" Seth yelled, falling to his knees. For the first time, his usually cold eyes welled up with tears.Isabelle lay lifeless on the ground like a discarded ragdoll. But her eyes were open as if unwilling to find peace in death."Demon King, that's enough." Annabel sat at her computer. Watching Isabelle's wrathful expression on the screen, her brows furrowed.She wanted to smile to celebrate her revenge. But as she watched on, a heavy feeling weighed on her, causing her to turn her gaze away."Demon King, you need to leave. They seem to have found the entrance," Annabel told the Demon King. She saw that the people tracking him were about to break in.The Demon King slightly furrowed his brows. He first checked Isabelle's breath to confirm her death. Once certain, he picked up the keys from the ground and t
Violet furrowed her brows, feeling that something was amiss.However, she had no time to dwell on how Isabelle had died at the moment. Was Lucy's death any less tragic in comparison?Her priority right now was to find Carl's and the Whites' family crests. Then, she would bring them to Silvia immediately to get information about Whitney.Resolute, Violet prepared to leave. But as she took her first step, a faint noise caught her attention. Violet frowned and looked in the direction of the sound.She saw Carl's mouse suspended in midair. Slowly, his computer powered up with a crisp chime.The study had excellent soundproofing. Even when Violet accidentally turned on the computer, the outside remained eerily quiet.Violet quickly went to the door. After listening for half a minute, she was sure there was no one outside. Then, she returned to Carl's desk, sat down, and waited patiently.Soon, the computer slowly powered up. But a password prompt appeared on the screen."A password?
Carl's commanding voice loomed over the room. Even though Nina had mentally prepared herself, she couldn't help but feel anxious.Her body quivered. Her legs almost gave way as if she were about to kneel. But she quickly remembered Isabelle and Seth's instructions. Composing herself and putting on a cold and aloof tone, she retorted, "Mr. Walker, mind your tone. We're not that close."Her manner of speaking resembled Violet's. But the fear in her eyes was a far cry from Violet's usual composure."Violet, it seems you don't want to save the Cordex Group's members anymore …" Carl pretended to address Nina as Violet, his tone threatening. His eyes squinted, and a flash of coldness passed quickly. This was Carl's usual way of investigating people. It was something that Violet was well aware of.But Nina was oblivious to this. She thought Carl was merely threatening her using members of the Cordex Group. She replied coldly, imitating Violet's tone, "Carl, if you want them to die
Ethan thought of when Carl had saved him. His gaze darkened, and he contemplated for a while.Then, he looked up at Carl."Mr. Walker, shall I bring that woman to you? Although she claims herself to be Ms. Cooper, she doesn't measure up to Ms. Cooper's elegance. But she said she was pregnant with your child, so I'm not sure …"By saying that, Ethan wanted to tell Nina that the woman he brought wasn't the real Violet.A glint of glee appeared in Nina's eyes, and she sighed in relief.On the other hand, Carl furrowed his eyebrows when he heard Ethan. Despite this, an inexplicable look flashed across his eyes.Carl seemed to care about the child?Ethan knitted his eyebrows and recalled all the information he had gathered. His expression turned cold.It seemed that he must find Violet quickly and send her away.Otherwise, his painstaking efforts would all be in vain if Carl found Violet.Ethan had a dark, mysterious look on his face.Nina noticed him and thought that he changed
An ironic smirk formed on Carl's lips as he smiled at Nina. "Vi, come over here. Take a look at who dared to pretend to be you!""Okay … I want to meet her too." Nina decided and calmed herself down.She looked toward "Violet", who was fully covered up."I heard that you look like me a lot. I'm curious. Why don't you show your face and let me see if that's true?"Although that was what Nina said, she still felt hesitant.She had decided, but she wasn't sure if Carl would let her off.She clutched her clothes nervously.Carl smiled darkly when he noticed Nina's behavior."Ethan, untie the cloth on her …" Carl ordered."You shouldn't, Mr. Walker," Ethan cut off Carl.He hurriedly explained under Carl's suspicious gaze, "Isabelle and Seth scratched her face. Her scars are still bleeding."She wouldn't want to see you looking like this. Besides, Ms. Cooper wouldn't be happy with the fake Violet standing here."Ethan hinted at Nina as he spoke.He continued under Nina's dumbfou
After Donald left with Finn and Nina, Carl and Violet were the only ones left in the room.Silence filled the air as the light breeze blew.The curtains billowed with a faint scent. Carl narrowed his eyes as he took in the mesmerizing scent. A warm smile crept on his lips.He remembered when Violet stiffened and hoped he wouldn't notice her just now. She looked adorable. Carl felt a rare wave of glee and comfort surging in him.He no longer stood at his spot. He was only thinking of getting over to the bookshelves faster.Faster, just faster …"Vi …" He couldn't express his feelings in words. He hurriedly shortened the gap between them, getting closer to Violet.He could sense more of her scent as he approached. It was intoxicating and hypnotizing.Violet hid behind the bookshelves and frowned at the fluttering curtains.The window wasn't far. If she was quick enough, she could make it there before Carl reached her.But should she really do it?She hesitated.It was not unt
Carl looked at the mischievous glint in Violet's eyes, and he gave in. He stopped leaning in and said, "Vi, you should smile more …""Humph!" Violet made her move before he could finish speaking. She swung her fist at Carl's nose bridge and tried to elbow his neck when he stepped back.Violet was quick, but she lacked strength.Although he hadn't fully recovered, Carl was more than fit to deal with Violet.But she had finally smiled in front of him after everything they had gone through. How could he hurt her again?Besides, he really wanted to make up with Violet and tell her all about Whitney.He had found the best obstetrician-gynecologists in the world and discussed the best course of action with them. They could help improve Violet's health so that she was fit to have a second child.Although Carl was not by Violet's side these days, he still kept a close eye on her at all times.He ordered his men to keep track of her even more when he almost blamed Violet for Isabelle's
"Reed, if you dare disturb Violet when she's about to sleep, you can get the hell out of the Walker residence," Carl's frigid voice came from inside the room.Reed was rendered speechless. He tugged his lips into a smile.But there was a strong sense of disappointment in his smile. He thought that if he were as powerful as Carl, he also wouldn't bear to see Violet hurt, tired, or sleep-deprived.He would care for Violet like what Carl was doing now. He wouldn't let her feel the tiniest bit of discomfort.But he wasn't Carl. Not only did he not have Carl's wealth, but he was also not as attentive as him.Reed thought of Carl's weird actions these days and the anxiety he tried to hide.Although Carl had been indifferent and arrogant as always, the emotions that flashed across his eyes every time Reed reported on Violet's whereabouts gave him away. Reed knew that Carl cared more about Violet than he let on.Carl could never let Violet go. How could he?Violet was exceptional, and