What happened earlier left her with a lingering sense of fear. It wasn't because she nearly died, but because he almost became a murderer! She absolutely didn't want him to bear the burden of taking someone's life because of her."It doesn't matter even if my hands get dirty," he said, "I don't care.""But I care," she said, "Jack, your hands are beautiful and clean. I don't want them to get tainted because of me."His eyes flickered. His hands... had been tainted for a long time. She had no idea about the dark and sinful things he had done. But... if she wanted his hands to be clean, he would try his best to fulfill her wish.He wanted to make all her desires come true after all.The car arrived at the Valor Residence, and Jackson and Serenity got out of the car.The three children were already home. They were currently having afternoon snacks in the dining room. However, they all looked like their minds were preoccupied.When they saw Serenity and Jackson return, they immediat
"No, Anna, listen to me...""It's your fault, I know it's your fault! Mommy said you're the worst. It's all because of you that Mr. Valor doesn't like Mommy!" Anna jumped off the chair and ran over to Jackson, mustering her courage and said, "Mr. Valor, she's a bad person. She bullies my mommy. Mr. Valor, you used to help me and Mommy chase away bad people, right? Can you chase her away so that Mommy can come back?"Serenity's heart sank. She didn't expect a child of only five to say such things.Jackson's cold stare silenced Anna's plea. "Who taught you to say that? Who told you that my wife is a bad person?"Anna, frightened by Jackson's gaze, tried to look pitiful and said, "Mommy said... she's not a good person. She doesn't like you at all. Otherwise, she wouldn't have left you five years ago! Mr. Valor, I... both Mommy and I really like you. We'll never leave you. Can you drive her away? I'll be a good daughter, even better than Jacqueline...""Enough!" Jackson interrupted An
His cold voice whispered to her, wanting more of her. Only she could soothe the lingering fear in his heart.Even though she was currently right in front of him, alive and well, she had no idea how scared he was! She had no idea how many times the scene of her almost falling out of the window had replayed in his mind!Thank goodness he caught her!Thank goodness he managed to pull her back into his arms!Thank goodness she's safe!"Serenity..." he hoarsely called her name. This name was engraved in his blood and bones, a name that would be forever etched in his memory...Stroking back her hair, he kissed her brow softly. "No one shall harm you while I live. I won't allow it."He affectionately carried her to the bathroom.She was still asleep, her clear and beautiful face looking charming under the bathroom’s soft light."Serenity, I'm yours too," he whispered gently as he wiped her dry, then carried her back to bed.She was sound asleep, but he didn't feel sleepy at all.Th
When she opened her eyes, there was still a trace of panic in them. And when Jackson's face came into view, she felt as if she had instantly traveled to another world."J... Jack..." Her voice trembled."I'm here," he said. "I'm sorry for hurting you earlier."She stared at him blankly. Perhaps because of what happened earlier in the day, she dreamt of the incident where she fell into the sea. Even though she knew that the incident happened five years ago and it was just a dream, her surroundings still didn't feel real to her.Had she really come back? Back to his side?Trembling, she reached out, wanting to touch his face, but it stopped halfway, afraid to make contact, as if she was afraid that everything wasn't real.With trembling eyelashes, Jackson held Serenity's hand and placed her palm against his cheek. "What's wrong? Did you have a bad dream?"She took a deep breath, and a bitter smile appeared at the corner of her lips. "Yes, indeed... a bad dream."The memory follow
Gwen's and Lark's ending gave her immense satisfaction!"By the way, the phone recording that was broadcasted, did Jackson find that?" Lisa asked."No, it was Micah," Serenity replied."Micah?" Lisa's eyes widened in surprise. "Are kids nowadays so capable?"Clara was also a little surprised, but because her own son was also intelligent and mature for his age, she wasn't as amazed as Lisa."Yes, apparently he's good with computers," Serenity said.The three of them were sitting together outside Clara's store. Right then, out of the corner of her eye, Serenity caught a glimpse of a kid walking to the elementary school nearby.Serenity was familiar with this kid; it was the little boy named Caden. The kid had left a deep impression on her. But what surprised her was that the kid was walking with a limp."Huh? Why isn't that kid with an adult? He's so young!" Lisa had also noticed Caden and couldn't help but wonder.Clara thus briefly explained Caden's situation to Lisa."I feel
Caden's exposed skin was bruised. His little face was still swollen. Serenity could imagine how it must have been worse over the past few days. Unable to help feeling pain for him, Serenity crouched down, leveling her eyes at the child. "Does it hurt?" she asked, but Caden acted like he had not heard her and continued staring at the school gate. All he cared about was when he could see his sister after school. Nothing else mattered to him. Serenity wanted to touch the boy's face, but the little one avoided her hand warily."I just want to see your injury. I don't mean any harm!" Serenity hastily said.The little boy stared at her for a long moment before finally enunciating slowly, "I don't like you touching me!""Then… Shall I take you to the hospital and let the doctor take a look at your wound? Once your bruise heals, you'll feel better," Serenity coaxed. "It doesn't hurt," the little boy said coldly. Then, he turned his head away and stopped talking to Serenity. Serenity
The seven-year-old Cynthia behaved like an adult and showed signs of a mature child. She knew there was no such thing as a free lunch and knew how to protect herself. "My kids are about the same age as Caden. When I see Caden hurt, I can't resist wanting to help. Taking Caden to the doctor is something I can do to help," Serenity explained in a matter-of-fact tone with no intention of intimidating the little girl by getting too close.Cynthia fell silent. She turned around and looked at the little boy, still hesitant and unsure.Caden said, "Sis, it doesn't hurt." "I know it doesn't hurt, but you're still injured. Look at how you walk! You're still limping!" Cynthia said and finally made up her mind."Aunt Serene," Cynthia glanced up at Serenity, "Please wait for me. I'll be back in a while. We'll go to the hospital with you." Cynthia said something to Caden after that and told him to wait for her in front of the store.Caden grabbed the hem of Cynthia's shirt, refusing to let
"Who knows? Adoption for unusual reasons can be pretty common. I've heard about some families that adopt children for pretty strange reasons," Lisa said, pouting.Serenity pursed her lips, pondering something. Just then, Cynthia came running back carrying a small satchel instead of a school bag this time. She took Caden's hand and said to Serenity, "Aunt Serene, let's take Caden to the hospital.""Alright. Let's go," Serenity said, smiling. Lisa shrugged. When everyone got into the car, Serenity asked Cynthia, "Did you talk to your parents when you got home?""Well, I left a note," Cynthia said, but she knew it did not really matter. Her father would not care if she and Caden were out all night, let alone her stepmother. Besides, her stepmother would love to see her and Caden gone.Lisa drove the car to the hospital. While they were on the way, Serenity saw Cynthia holding Caden's hand tightly. The siblings were very close, and it seemed like they only had each other to rely on.