"Does it matter whether I like it or not?" she asked."Of course it does. If you don't like it, we'll pick another one," he spoke softly, as though she was a princess he held dear.As if she was really important to him!Serenity remained dazed for a moment. He kept giving her a false impression that they hadn't broken up yet. "Then, if I don't want to play this sibling game anymore, will you stop?" she suddenly asked. His eyes darkened slightly, but he still gave her a small smile and said, "Don't even think about it. It's never going to happen!" He wanted her to stay with him forever and be his one and only Sis.He could give her everything she wanted, except for two things – her freedom and his love!Although Jackson said it was just a regular banquet, it was actually a rather grand event.Many famous people from Solaria attended, even some whom Serenity had only seen in the news before.When Serenity walked into the banquet hall with Jackson, many eyes were drawn to th
Joy found out from Zeke later that Jackson Valor was protecting Serenity and that he was responsible for all her sufferings.Her family feared retaliation from Jackson, so they sent her abroad. Despite being out of the country, she kept up with Serenity's news.She was informed that Serenity had moved out of the Valor Residence and was now renting a small apartment. Serenity was currently working as a paralegal in a law firm. Joy concluded that Serenity must have been dumped by Jackson Valor, so she hurried back to the country.She planned to get her revenge on Serenity soon. She wanted to cripple one of Serenity's legs too to make herself feel better. She did not expect to run into Serenity at this banquet."Who's your sugar daddy now? Did you come here to try and seduce Jackson Valor again? Know your place, Serenity Lewis. Jackson Valor has lost all interest in you. Without him, you're nothing. People like you shouldn't be here," Joy's words were scathing.Serenity ignored Joy
Since he had made that decision, he would not regret it!Marrying Jenny was the best move for the Shaw family. "Alright, let's go say hi to Mr. Wagner and the others over there," Zeke suggested to stop the women from arguing.However, Joy would not let off. "What? How can you let her bad-mouth the Hall family and not say anything? Aren't you going to stand up for Jenny?""That's enough. Haven't you learned your lesson yet?" Zeke admonished. "Jackson Valor already dumped her! She's nothing more than a used rag now!" Joy spoke loudly on purpose, wanting everyone within earshot to hear her.The people in the vicinity did look over. Some of them looked at Joy with curiosity and sympathy, but Joy didn't pay them any heed. She thought the sympathy was directed at Serenity.Joy got even more excited. "I don't get Jackson Valor at all. Why would he want a woman you dumped, Zeke? But now – surprise surprise – he's lost all interest in her. By the way, Serenity Lewis, I heard when you w
Zeke panicked and quickly apologized to Jackson. "Mr. Valor, it's all a misunderstanding. Joy... is immature. She doesn't know any better. Please forgive her." He then scolded Joy, who was still on the ground looking bewildered, telling her to apologize immediately.Joy felt that it was so unfair! She was the one who was hit, but she had to apologize?!However, the other party was Jackson Valor, so she had no choice but to lower her head. After all, the Shaw family was nothing compared to him!Joy was informed that Serenity had moved out of the Valor Residence and was now living in a small rented apartment. Then why was Jackson Valor still protecting her? Didn't he already dump her?Wait. Did Jackson Valor... bring Serenity to this banquet?!Joy had so many questions, but no one could provide any answers.She got up from the ground looking unhappy and was about to say sorry, but Serenity interrupted and said, "Save it. I don't need your apology." Joy was confused. What's the me
Before leaving, Jenny turned back to take another look at Serenity and Jackson.Did Serenity still have Jackson Valor's support, or had they broken up?It would be challenging to do anything to Serenity if Jackson was really safeguarding her.When Jenny thought of how she had to quit show business because of Serenity, she felt a lot of pent up anger and no way to vent.Rather than making Serenity suffer, Jenny had to talk to Serenity in a civil and polite manner. That frustrated her to no end.Looking back, she really should have steeled herself and made sure Serenity died in prison!"Is that the end of it, Zeke?" Joy asked anxiously, feeling relieved that at least she didn't have to apologize or pay compensation.Zeke frowned. He knew Jackson Valor wasn't a merciful person and had always been ruthless to those who had crossed him.Yet, after Joy humiliated Serenity earlier, all Jackson did was slap her and tell her off... It felt like a mere slap on the wrist.Would he really
Lynette would sometimes attend events with Lucas, like a girlfriend would. Even though Lucas never officially announced that they were dating, many people on the internet believed that Lynette was his girlfriend.After all, Lucas had been driving Lynette around, funding her movies and TV series, and taking her to various events. All signs pointed to them dating.Serenity was aware of this because it was a hot topic online.News about Lucas and Lynette was always trending. Serenity could not avoid seeing it even if she wanted to.A lot of netizens looked down on Lynette for her ordinary appearance, ordinary family background, lack of education, and the fact that she was a divorcee. She was considered one of the worst girlfriends Lucas ever had! Some people even remarked that Lucas Gomez must be going blind!The Gomez family had also not publicly expressed their stance towards Lynette yet.Lynette's manager threatened to sue and take legal actions against the people who slandered
Light re-entered Serenity's eyes. By the time her eyes adjusted to the light, Lucas and Lynette were already standing nearby."Fancy seeing you here, Serenity. You're here with... Mr. Valor?" Lynette seemed confused. She thought her cousin had already broken up with Jackson Valor. Why were they together? What's going on?!Lately, she had been sick with worry that Serenity might reveal the truth to Lucas, so she had been slandering Serenity hard in front of Lucas and reinforcing the idea that she was the girl who saved him.However, Serenity never did tell Lucas the truth, which made Lynette heave a sigh of relief… until they unexpectedly ran into Serenity here!"You have a problem with that?" Jackson, not Serenity, answered her. "No, of course not!," Lynette tried to smile. "Why are you two here together?" Lucas directed his question right at Jackson. He did not beat around the bush!"I told you, you can't touch her," Jackson's reply seemed pretty random. It did not answer L
When Lynette saw Serenity in the purple gown, her eyes were filled with envy.She once asked for a purple dress from Lucas' collection, but he refused to give it to her. Instead, he sent her to a boutique to buy a new one.When she chose a purple dress, Lucas commented that it didn't match her skin tone. In the end, she bought a beige dress instead.But now, Serenity was wearing a purple dress. It was like a slap to Lynette's face."Lucas is merely wondering why you two are here together, Serenity. Didn't you two split up?" Lynette pretended to show concern for Serenity. "Was there a misunderstanding? Or did you realize that life after you left Jackson wasn't what you wanted, so you got back together with him?" Lynette tried to hint that Serenity ran back to Jackson because she had gotten used to living a rich and fancy life and couldn't bear to give it up.Lynette thought that she was being subtle and was skillful in her use of words, but little did she know that the other thre