Catherine's POV
Hearing the figure from Melinda, Vanessa was desperate. Her face turned deadly pale. For an ordinary werewolf, it was simply a whopping price. Sure enough, Vanessa said with a trembling voice, "Melinda, it's indeed my fault. I can go and apologize to Lorelei. But I can't afford the penalty. I don't have that much money." Melinda sneered, "Then I guess you should pay the police station a visit and reflect on your mistakes there." "No! No... Don't take me to the police. I made a mistake because I was jealous. Melinda, Catherine, please don't tell on me. I will find a way to give you the money." When Vanessa heard that Melinda was going to call the police, she hurriedly begged. "OK. Pay the penalty, admit your mistake publicly, and apologize to Catherine. Things will be settled then," Melinda said coldly and ruthlessly. Vanessa was reluctant. "Melinda, I have already agreed to pay the money. I can't stay here if everyonCatherine's POV Just as I was happy because it had all worked out, I heard my phone ring non-stop. I picked up my phone and took a look. It was Blake. I sighed, took my phone, and quickly walked out of the office. I picked up the phone after I walked to a place with no one around. "Hey..." "What's going on with you and Leo?" asked Blake over the phone. I was prepared. However, my heart still skipped a beat when I heard his angry voice. "Can't you realize it's just hype? What do you think?" I wanted to sound more assertive, but I could only hear the guilt in my voice. "Who told you to go to him? Don't you know who he is?" Blake said coldly. "I went to him for help. Who knew that there would be paparazzi taking photos?" I felt so aggrieved. "Come to my office. We'll talk in person!" ordered Blake. I froze and immediately refused, "No. I still have work to do. If you have anything to say to me, wait till we're back
Blake's POV When I returned to my office, I found two uninvited guests sitting there. They were Howard and Benjamin. "Why are you here?" Howard and Benjamin looked at each other, and Benjamin said, "We read about Catherine and Leo's affair early in the morning, and we came to show our concern." When Howard saw that I was silent, he asked in a low voice, "Blake, maybe you should talk to Leo and let him clear things out." "He's right. No one will ask any questions as long as Leo sets things straight. He can also go public with your relationship with Catherine," Benjamin said. "Thanks for looking out for me. I still need to talk to her about this." I had thought the same as them already. When I invited Catherine over, I wanted to talk to her about this. Unfortunately, she was scared away by my enthusiasm. "Blake, I've never seen you care so much about a woman." Howard smiled meaningfully. Benjamin glared at Howard and sai
Blake's POV I hung up the phone and looked up. I saw Leo looking at me with surprise. "What?" I asked. "You just told Grandma that Catherine is your mate. Why did you lie to her?" I said seriously, "I did not lie to her. I wanted Catherine to be with me." "What?" Leo could not believe what he heard. He was a little dazed. Then he said, "Has Catherine agreed to be with you?" "She will, for the sake of the kids." I was confident. Before, when I took the kids away from her, I saw how desperate she was. I knew at that moment that she would absolutely sacrifice anything for them. Leo frowned. "Then aren't you using the kids to force her into the corner? What's the point?" "I just need to be with her. Do you understand?" I wanted to say that I had fallen in love with her, but I found it hard to say these words in front of Leo. "Blake, aren't you always picky about women?" asked Leo. "I was. But not anymo
Catherine's POV After I hung up the phone, I felt someone behind me. I turned around and saw a tall figure leaning against the wall behind me. I quickly put my phone behind me, and asked unhappily, "How long have you been standing there?" "Who were you talking to?" asked Blake. I paused. "A friend." After saying that, I walked around him and quickly walked towards the bedroom. He followed me into the bedroom. "I have something to tell you." "What?" I turned to him. "Leo will hold a press conference tomorrow to clarify your relationship with him," said Blake in a low voice. He paused and continued, "And he's going to make another announcement." I stared at him in surprise. "What else?" "He will state to others that you are my girlfriend." "How could you let him say that?" I was a little angry. Blake raised his eyebrows slightly and smiled. "Don't forget that we have signed an agreement. Even if things go public, it will be
Catherine's POV I sat with the kids at the dining table, and the atmosphere seemed warm. "Daddy, is there an amusement park around here? I want to go there," Noah suddenly asked. Blake glanced at my face and casually replied, "Ask your mommy. She makes the decisions now." I stopped eating and looked at him strangely. He seemed easy to talk to today. "Really? Mommy, you now have the right to speak. Daddy has delegated the power to you!" Noah grinned. After I took a bite of the macaroni, I said lightly, "That's right. So, regarding the matter you mentioned just now, I reject it." "What?" Noah's happiness only lasted for two seconds. His face fell. "Why? Hedwig and I have never been there. I heard others say that there are all kinds of delicious food and fun things in the amusement park. I want to go there!" As soon as Hedwig heard his words, her gem-like eyes immediately lit up. "Really? Noah, what kind of food do they h
Catherine's POV "I like holding your hand." Blake grinned shamelessly. Did he have to say such sappy words? "I don't like it. It's awkward." I had never been held by a man like this, and I felt utterly uneasy, as if I were bitten by countless bugs. It was numb and itchy, making me very uncomfortable. "You'll get used to it sooner or later." Blake even held my hand tighter. I felt his strength. He was so insatiable. I quickly shook his hand. "Let go of me!" Blake was helpless and had to loosen his grip. I hurried forward. I heard his low laughter coming from behind, and it sounded very annoying. I was even more overwhelmed, and I cursed. Blake opened the door and made a gentlemanly gesture to me. I bent down and sat in the car. Then a strong tall figure sat beside me. The inside of the car was already very cramped, and as soon as Blake sat in, there was even less space. "Let's go." With a command fr
Catherine's POV Leo immediately smiled. "Come and take a sit." I turned around and sat back down on the sofa. Blake lazily sat beside me. I smelt his cool mint scent. It first spread to my nose, and then I felt that it also wrapped around my heart. My face was faintly burning, and I blushed. "It's about time. Turn on the TV and watch me live. I'll go down now." After saying that, Leo tidied up his clothes and walked out the door. Leo left just like that. Immediately, I felt that no matter how empty the space was, it was still hard for me to breathe, since only Blake and I were left alone in the room. On the other hand, Blake was calm and composed. Blake turned on the TV, and we watched the live stream in the hall downstairs. The hall was already filled with media reporters. As soon as the elevator doors opened, they immediately aimed their cameras at the two people who came out holding each other. It was Leo and Jessic
Gina's POV I had a lot fewer events, so, my schedule had become flexible lately. But I had already been thinking of ways to rise to fame again. I was planning on working with a male star to have a pop-up scandal to hype up my popularity. The person I had my eyes on was Leo. He was looking for a supporting actress in his latest action movie, and I wanted an audition. If I made it, I could regain some popularity. Unexpectedly, I saw the rumors about Catherine and Leo. The media assumed that Catherine was the mysterious girlfriend that Leo had been keeping from the public for many years. What the hell! So, I decided to take Catherine's necklace to make a deal with her. However, I saw something even juicier. I was so pissed off because of the news. My face turned livid, and my body trembled. Leo announced his relationship with that female star named Jessica, and he also clarified the rumors he had with Catherine. He
Sunny's probing and provocation at the company today already made Mirabel realize something was wrong.She didn't expect Sunny to stoop to such underhanded tactics, even hiring fake cops to extract information from her. What's worse, she actually confessed her true feelings."Sunny, why don't you just die?" Mirabel seethed with hatred, gritting her teeth and flinging the script in her hand.Leo and Sunny were still at the company. Leo ordered some food.Upon opening it, Sunny found it filled with her favorite foods, which momentarily stunned her.Seeing her holding the chopsticks but not eating, Leo quirked his lips. "Don't get emotional yet. Lately, my taste aligns with yours. What you love, I love too."The happiness that had welled up inside Sunny sank back down.Maybe she was overthinking things.Ever since she met Leo, she'd become more and more sentimental, which wasn't a good thing.Lost in thought, Leo murmured,
Mirabel's steps froze, her blood seemingly turning to ice. She didn't dare turn around, instead quickly entering the dressing room.Sunny observed Mirabel's reaction and was convinced she was guilty. After her observation, she swiftly returned to Leo's office.Leo came back after the meeting and saw Sunny there. He put down his documents and asked, "Any findings?""Yes. I suspect Mirabel. When I mentioned the culprits' confession, she turned as pale as a sheet," Sunny reported her discovery to Leo."Oh? Mirabel?" A cold gleam flashed in Leo's eyes."Just a suspicion. Can you look into it?" Sunny looked at him hopefully."If we have a target, there are ways," Leo said with a cold smile. "We can play a little game.""What game?" Sunny was curious."Just wait and see. I'll arrange for someone to test her," Leo said confidently."You're not thinking of getting someone to pretend to be a police officer, are you? That would be
Mirabel had harbored secret feelings for Leo for a long time. Despite never getting close to him, she never gave up hope.She believed that as long as she stayed in the company, she would eventually get the chance to work with Leo and enact the passionate romance in real life that she could not achieve.But Leo's words shattered her hopes completely.Mirabel was consumed with anger and hatred, wishing she could see Sunny suffer a thousand deaths.She spent a large amount of money to hire someone to ruin Sunny after Leo and Sunny broke up—either by ruining her innocence or disfiguring her.Unfortunately, both attempts failed.Now, Mirabel felt guilty and uneasy whenever she saw Sunny and Leo together.But her burning resentment almost drove her to lose her sanity.Sunny felt a chill and turned to see Mirabel and some other female stars chatting at the lounge bar.She frowned, wondering if it was just a trick of the
Time flies, and several days passed.One day, Sunny and Leo received a police call informing them that the two criminals who had fled abroad had been apprehended.The indignation that had been weighing on Leo's mind was finally lifted.If not for respecting the legal boundaries, he would have sought them out for investigation and given those bastards a taste of their own medicine, making them feel the sting of a knife.But to ensure the longevity of the business, one must operate within the law, a principle Blake knew well and that Leo also kept in mind.Richard could have received a lighter sentence years ago, but Emerson, considering his status as the heir to the Royal Pack and his youth, let him serve a five-year term.This was the root of Richard's resentment. He knew that with Emerson's influence, he could have avoided prison.But Emerson upheld justice and dealt with him strictly, which fueled Richard's discontent.Upon a
Both lost in thought, Catherine and Halsey sat in silence for a while.After a period of silence, Catherine managed to suppress her distress, glanced at the second-floor guest room, and whispered, "Dad, were you and Blake's dad really good friends back then?""Yes, we got along pretty well," Halsey nodded, lowering his voice as well.Although they were in the yard, some distance away from the guest room, they still worried Blake might overhear.Catherine asked again in a hushed tone, "Then, how well do you know his dad's story?"Catherine was curious. She knew Blake's father had been betrayed in his marriage by Olivia, but she wasn't clear on the specifics. Maybe her dad knew something.Halsey's expression stiffened. He hadn't expected his daughter to ask this."I know a little," Halsey replied. Although he didn't want to revisit the past, he couldn't hide it from his daughter."Then, do you think his dad was a good person?" Ca
Catherine was content with Blake's indifferent expression."I'll take a photo and send it to the kids," Catherine said, snapping several shots of Blake without his consent.Blake's deep gaze shifted to her, his indifference softening."Come here!"Catherine's eyes widened in surprise, but she obediently sat beside him."Let's take one together." Blake grabbed her phone, lifted it, and pulled her into his arms before she could pose.Before Catherine could react, Blake took several photos."Hey..." Catherine was confused about his intentions.Blake swiftly sent the photos to Abigail.Catherine's eyes widened in anger. She immediately asked, "Did you make me look ugly in those photos?"Blake shrugged and said, "You're always beautiful in my eyes.""Let me check the photos!" Catherine lunged for the phone. Upon seeing the photos, she was nearly incensed.Blake looked good from every angle, smirking hands
"Yep! When a person can face what they dread most, it shows their growing tolerance," Blake said with a smile.Catherine sighed softly and grasped his fingers. "Blake, thank you for changing for me. I hope I can do the same for you someday."Blake nodded. "Sure, I'm looking forward to it as well."Catherine smiled. "Hopefully, it won't be too hard.""Nothing tough, just fulfilling Hedwig's wish for a younger brother or sister," Blake teased.Sure enough, Catherine's face flushed with fear. She was scared."Are you serious?" Currently, Catherine dreaded having more children. With Noah and Hedwig still young and demanding care, the thought of another baby sent her into anxiety.Blake, seeing her fear, chuckled. "Just joking, don't take it seriously!"Catherine exhaled. "No more joke like that again!""Alright, I won't!" Blake gently squeezed her hand and then asked earnestly, "Truly, no more kids?""One boy and one
Catherine said emotionally, "Blake, meeting you is my greatest fortune."Blake, hearing her rare emotional words, smiled and said, "Is this a confession?""Yeah, thousands of words can't express how much I like you. I feel my soul is engraved with your name." Catherine said seriously, but it sounded like a romantic story, making Blake want to laugh." Oh? Is that so?" The man was delighted, with a smile on his face. "Alright, I'll find you again and marry you in the next life.""Really?" Catherine, relieved that he agreed as if it were a major decision, felt at ease. Blake promised, "Yes, I believe our bond isn't over yet."Catherine giggled, feeling she'd shifted the mood, and quickly speared a piece of delicious fish onto his plate. "Let's eat."Blake looked at the fish, a gentle expression flashing across his face. He picked up his cutlery, ate the fish, and found it tasty.After dinner, they strolled in the hotel's garden before h
"Then once a week," Catherine replied, feigning seriousness."I waited twenty-seven years just for you, Catherine!" the man said with mock solemnity.Catherine burst into laughter, breaking the intense atmosphere. "Alright, let's change the subject. This topic isn't worth discussing."Blake took advantage of her laughter, stepped around her, and in one swift motion, pinned her down.Catherine was startled into lying down and realized escape was impossible."Wh-what are you doing?" Catherine's eyes widened, already knowing the answer.Indeed, careless words come with a price.Catherine, exhausted and weak, pointed at Blake's retreating figure toward the bathroom and gritted her teeth. "So unfair, making me move on top for half an hour!"Blake's sturdy figure froze in the bathroom doorway, then erupted into hearty, self-satisfied laughter.Hearing his deep laughter, Catherine grew even angrier.When Blake emerged, w