Chapter 137: Connections and SchemesThe vast library in Morgan's mansion always seemed like the best and most ideal place for private conversations that would never be discovered. And it wasn’t just Morgan who thought so. Davis, now seated in a soft leather armchair, watched Liara and Maya sitting in front of him on another sofa, both with suspicious looks directed at him. Davis, by no means, would be considered an ally for them.“Well... at least you two can tell me everything from the beginning,” he sighed, clasping his fingers and fixing them with a sharp gaze.And so the conversation began. It lasted over an hour as Liara enthusiastically recounted everything, knowing Davis had something planned.After the conversation, Davis left the library and headed to his room. Quickly, he began changing clothes, as if preparing for an important occasion.Meanwhile, in the annex, Lory was helping Hanna with her twisted ankle. Hanna shouldn't have been walking without crutches, but it seemed
Chapter 138: The Real Husband**Davis headed towards Hanna's annex. He didn’t knock on the door or ring the bell. Liara, with her cunning, had already given him a copy of the key. Now, he found himself inside the annex, a place that seemed deserted. It was already ten o’clock at night, and Hanna and Lory were surely already asleep.With silent steps, he climbed the stairs. It was as if a ghost slid over the steps, leaving no trace of his presence. Driven by an insatiable curiosity, Davis opened each door subtly, searching for Hanna.When he reached her room, his eyes lit up as he saw her sleeping serenely in bed. Hanna was lying on her side, facing the door. Her wavy hair was spread across the pillow, while her arms hugged her body, seeking warmth from the cold night. The window was open, and the curtain fluttered in the wind, allowing the cold air to enter the room.Davis cautiously approached, analyzing every detail of Hanna's face. Her beauty fascinated him, and he couldn’t help bu
**Chapter 139: How to Resolve It**Hanna kept her eyes fixed on Morgan, hoping for at least a reaction, but as expected, there was none. She averted her gaze, lowered her head, and with Davis' help, got into the car, settling in one of the back seats as she started crying again, devastated."Drive," Davis ordered the man at the wheel, who kept a serious expression, observing them through the rearview mirror.Hanna mumbled incomprehensible words, but when they crossed the mansion's limits, she nearly panicked, looking back and seeing the mansion grow more distant. She felt powerless, unable to protest or choose her fate."Davis..." she murmured, her voice weak. "What if I want to find a place to live on my own? What if I don’t want to stay with you?""You don’t have a choice," Davis responded coldly. "For now, you’ll stay with me until you get used to it and understand that you’re my wife. I won’t force you into anything, except to stay by my side while I get to know you.""You're will
Chapter 140: Wrong WayHanna had spent so much time in bed that she eventually fell asleep. She woke up mid-morning when she heard footsteps coming her way."Good morning. I decided to let you rest a little," Davis said kindly as he approached. He wore gray pants with white stripes and a fine linen shirt, perfect for hot days. "But you need to eat," he added, pointing to the table where a full breakfast was laid out on the large balcony of the room.Hanna frowned, wondering how she had just woken up when he had done all of this with her right there. But she realized she had only woken because he wanted her to wake at that moment."I don’t want to eat anything," Hanna murmured, staying in bed."Come on," he sighed, still upbeat. "You slept like a rock since the trip, and it’s already almost the end of the morning. I was waiting for you, and I thought we could eat something together," he insisted, as Hanna gave him a blank stare."Where did you sleep?" she asked suspiciously.His expres
Cap.141: The Curse of Lins.**"Are you saying you're going to get Hanna to take her away?" Morgan asked, smiling awkwardly."Do you remember what I told you yesterday?" Gabriel replied, his tone firm."Is that serious?" Morgan questioned, restless. "Is it true that Hanna's grandfather is supposedly her father?" he then asked. Oliver and Gantz almost choked on the information, while Gabriel pressed his lips together, avoiding eye contact."That's a lie," Morgan sighed, deducing from Gabriel's gesture."I'm ashamed to talk about it because... because Hayala fled the United Kingdom, from her mother's castle because of him... he would be Hanna's great-grandfather..." Gabriel said, restless, and Morgan almost fell backward."You’re saying..." Morgan stammered, unable to believe it."It's like I told you, except that besides this... the man who's coming after Hanna... that damned old man, he left the Asian continent and came to the UK when he was still very young. He got involved with Queen
Chapter 142: Lins’ Visit**Morgan waved to the butler not to open the gate just yet. The butler looked up at him from under the veranda, confused about what was going on. Morgan, upright and serious in his wheelchair, appeared determined, but with all the unfolding events, he felt insecure and fearful for Hanna. Two groups of five men had formed into immaculate lines in front of the mansion's gate. Between the lines, an elderly man leaned on a cane, his eyes fixed on Morgan. Oliver and Gabriel accompanied Morgan downstairs. Gabriel was pale as paper, his stomach churning with nausea. The presence of old Lins, the man he had to consider a father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, made him dizzy and disoriented. "Do you think it’s safe to open the gate?" Oliver asked for the first time, his voice hesitant. "Hanna is no longer here," Morgan responded indifferently, trying to mask his own apprehension. "These men can’t do anything." "You still have no idea what he’s going to do," Ga
Chapter 143: The Concert.Rudan, Davis's right-hand man and bodyguard, was already exhausted from analyzing each flyer, trying to find the most suitable event for Davis and Hanna."Why are you thinking about taking her out? Aren't you afraid she'll run at the first opportunity?" Rudan asked, handing him a flyer for a famous concert in the city. "Here it is, an orchestra is performing. You should take her to this one.""Maybe, it sounds relaxing," Davis sighed, grimacing with disapproval. "Anyway... I want to go somewhere with her, I don't want her to feel trapped in that annex. She can go out by my side and see nice things around. It's been a week since neither of us have seen the outside. I want to take her somewhere.""Hum... I admit, I'm surprised. You seem to be taking on the role of a husband. After all... ever since I’ve known you, even when you were with your ex-wife, you used to go to clubs, parties, and...""I get it!" Davis cut him off. "Don’t let Hanna hear those things. Bes
Chapter 144: Cunning RudanWithout thinking twice, Hanna ran towards the exit. When she felt the strong wind touch her face and the cold invade her stomach from the nerves, she thought she might actually get somewhere, even without knowing the city. "You lost the bet; I said she'd come out here," Rudan said to Davis, keeping an ironic smile. Davis looked at Rudan rudely and then forced a gentle smile, pretending not to care that Hanna had tried to escape. He maintained his upright and elegant posture as he walked over to Hanna, who swallowed hard, staring into his eyes, showing fear. "The concert is over; shall we grab something to eat?" he asked, extending his hand gently to her, though she was suspicious. But at that moment, looking at Davis, she had almost forgotten her anger. She hesitated but preferred not to contradict him. Taking his hand, he pulled her closer, making her feel his body against hers. One of his hands rested on her waist. "I honestly don't want to lose you th
Chapter 170: They See, but They Do Not Find."But when Morgan couldn't find her anymore, a wave of panic took over him with the feeling that he had seen that woman before.'Where is she?' he asked the doctor passing by, but the man simply looked at him with a confused expression. Morgan continued walking through the hallways, growing more desperate. Meanwhile, Hanna, hidden behind the nurse’s station, listened to his search with her heart racing.She had discovered that the boy wasn’t truly awake but was in a state of hypervigilance induced by a medication that should have put him to sleep, but nothing else was working. A problem had occurred during the treatment, and the doctors couldn’t control him anymore. The news made her even more uneasy.Hanna decided to seek out her old professor again, the only one who could give her more information. When she found him in his office, she got straight to the point.'Professor, can you tell me the situation with the boy?' she asked, concerned.
Cap. 169: So CloseHanna heard Morgan’s cheerful voice as Haniel celebrated, her heart pounding in her chest. She adjusted the surgical mask and cap, trying to stay out of Morgan’s sight. With every word exchanged between the two, a new wave of emotions overwhelmed her.“Do you remember?” Morgan asked the boy enthusiastically as the nurses handed out gifts. “Today, you’re going to stand up and walk on your own, without anyone’s help!” he announced, beaming with pride.Hanna discreetly watched the scene, her gaze fixed on Morgan and Haniel. When she heard Haniel call Morgan “Dad,” it felt like the world was spinning around her.“Dad?” she repeated to herself, incredulous. Her breath faltered, and she pressed a hand to her chest, trying to calm her racing heart.She saw Haniel, fully recovered, walking toward Morgan as if they were close. The boy, his skin marked by the scars of his illness, looked stronger and happier than ever. The sight left her speechless.“Welcome back,” a soft voi
Chapter 168: Before Seeing YouAs soon as she entered the room, Hanna sat at the edge of the bed beside Luna, who kept her eyes closed, seemingly resting. Mr. Ford excused himself, leaving her alone with her friend. Hanna observed Luna in silence, taking in her frail state and the marks of illness on her face.“Truly…” Hanna sighed, her eyes filling with tears.Luna weakly opened her eyes, surprised and moved to see her friend.“Hanna…” Luna whispered, her voice trembling.“Luna…” Hanna whispered back, leaning forward and pulling Luna into a tight embrace. The two friends clung to each other in a heartfelt hug, a reunion that meant everything to both of them.“I thought you wouldn’t come back…” Luna said, her voice tearful, still weakened by her illness.“How could I not come back? You’re my best friend… and I made you a promise…” Hanna murmured, her emotions spilling over. “I’ll take care of you from now on. I’m sorry for leaving you to suffer for so long.”Luna pulled away slightly,
Chap. 167: Back in Town“Hanna!” Luna repeated her friend's name, her voice choked with emotion as her father entered the room, intrigued by his daughter’s agitation.“Hanna? Did she show up?” he asked, anxious for news.“Wait…” Luna whispered faintly to her father, asking for a moment of privacy.On the other end of the line, Hanna finally spoke:“Luna, I’m back in town. We’ll see each other soon. I’m still at the airport, so… once I find a place to stay, I’ll visit you.”“You’re already here? Oh my… I didn’t even know you were away! Come to my house, then. My brother has been so worried about you.”“No! Don’t tell Morgan anything,” Hanna ordered firmly. “Look… if you keep quiet, I’ll help you get better. But if you tell him, I can’t do anything but leave again.”Luna pressed her lips together, anxious about Hanna’s condition. She then let out a heavy sigh, looking weakly at her father, who silently nodded in understanding, signaling that she should obey.“Alright… come to my house.
**Ch. 166: Each Life** The next day, Gabriel accompanied Hanna on a tour of the places mentioned in the will she had inherited. However, there was still one place she dreaded visiting—the hospital room where her father lay. Despite her reluctance, Hanna knew she had to see him, understand his condition, and decide what to do. "Do you really want to see him?" Gabriel asked hesitantly as they stopped in front of the door to the room. Hanna remained silent, her head bowed, displaying apprehension and sorrow. Her emotions were conflicted: she didn’t want her father to die, yet she harbored deep resentment for his actions. "I just don’t want him to die," she admitted, her voice thick with emotion. "It wouldn’t be fair to strip so many people of their freedom for years and then just die like that." "He’s an old man now," Gabriel offered, trying to console her. "Still filled with malice..." Hanna smiled, but it was a disconcerted and melancholic smile. "Can you imagine he wante
Chapter 165: Freedom and Punishment Ruby didn’t understand what Hanna meant. She stood up and left again, demanding a phone from one of the soldiers. Her hands trembled like a green twig with everything that was happening. As she made the call, anxiety consumed her. “Office...” “Gabriel!” Hanna stammered, cutting him off before he could respond. “Hanna! How are you? Where are you?” He stood up, surprised, stumbling over his words. “I need you to solve a problem for me, right now,” she pleaded, anxious. “Hanna, how did you even manage to call me? What’s going on?” he asked, concerned. “Morgan is already getting sick from searching for you...” “No! I don’t want you to tell him where I am or how I’m doing,” she warned hesitantly, massaging her stomach. Suddenly, she remembered Morgan’s words about having children. “Alright... just tell me where you are, and I’ll be there by tonight if possible.” “Can you get here by tomorrow morning? My... grandmother... sister... aunt... I’m no
**Cap. 164: Control is Mine.**She, filled with curiosity, opened the bedroom door and realized that the men had followed Lins. This further reinforced her suspicions. Carefully, she went down the stairs and began to wander aimlessly through the house's labyrinths until she heard screams and pleas for help.Hanna followed the noise and found the two guards dragging Heydi and Ruby. Her heart raced uncontrollably in her chest. What would she do? She watched Lins following behind the men as they took her grandmothers to some unknown place.They continued down to an underground area, an old stone corridor, damp and dark. The wet walls made the place feel even more frightening. Finally, they reached a room with prison bars on the door. Through a small window, Hanna could see what was happening inside.“Get the whip!” Lins ordered furiously.“Please…” Heydi whimpered in panic, kneeling on the floor beside Ruby, who kept her head down.“You had to break the rules and tell him, didn’t you?” L
**Chapter 163: The Mask Falls**Maya turned the doorknob fearfully, and as soon as she entered, she found Liara sitting motionless on her bed, her hair disheveled. She looked like a madwoman who hadn’t slept in days.“Mother...” Maya called cautiously as she approached, but Liara didn’t respond. “Are you okay?” she asked, extending her hand to try to touch her mother’s shoulder. Suddenly, Liara stared at her furiously.“Traitor!” Liara screamed shrilly, then stood up and rushed at Maya, who backed away, terrified.“Calm down, mother, it’s me!” Maya stammered.“I want you to die! Die! You and your cursed child!” Liara raged, clutching her head and messing up her own hair before grabbing a water pitcher from the desk. Maya, panicked, realized her mother’s intention and ran out of the room, still hearing the glass shatter against the door.Maya collapsed to the floor, her legs trembling, hands covering her face in horror. She then crawled away from her mother’s door, retreating into her
Chapter 162: Everything in My Hands?As soon as the two women introduced themselves, Hanna was surprised, not knowing they existed.“What’s going on here?” she asked, confused.“We don’t have much time to explain,” Heydi said anxiously. “But do you remember how you were raised here?”Hanna shook her head in denial.“Girl... you don’t remember because you were on controlled medication when you were younger. Lins lied to your mother, saying you had a disease due to congenital problems.”“Me? But I don’t have any health problems,” Hanna said, thoughtfully.“Yes... Lins made up that lie just to keep you locked up until you turned eighteen and could serve his plan,” Heydi explained. “I thought you were free from this torment, but it seems he never stopped searching for you.”“What are you trying to say?” Hanna asked, growing more confused.“That... we are all daughters of Lins,” Ruby revealed. “There is no other lineage in our family apart from his.”Hanna instantly understood what she mea