Steven clutched the bottle, his sorrow pulling him to a crouch. "Yvonne... she didn't love me. She never loved me. What did Joe have that I didn't? Why did she choose that worthless guy over me?"Yvonne was driven to her death by that bastard Joe. I'll make him pay! "And Evelyn... if she hadn't drugged Yvonne, none of this would have happened. Joe wouldn't have turned on her. It's all that bitch's fault!"No, it's my fault... It's all my fault. If I hadn't loved Yvonne, Evelyn wouldn't have been so jealous and drugged her. It's all because of me..." Steven's voice cracked as he ranted, eyes full of regret.Steven's disheveled state made him unrecognizable from his usual composed and gentlemanly self. Haley watched, her feelings a jumble of confusion. Steven had a hand in the tragedy, but she couldn't fully blame him. It wasn't something he wanted to happen. Even if she wanted to hate him, she didn’t know where to start.She took a deep breath, pushing down the ache in her c
Evelyn never expected Haley's attitude to be so cold. She slowly lifted her eyes, meeting Haley's icy gaze, which felt like a blade piercing her. Evelyn shivered, her voice trembling as she pleaded, "I know I was wrong. I really do. Please, forgive me. I'll do anything to make it right."Haley remained silent, her eyes cast downward and her lips pressed tightly together. Her thoughts were in turmoil, overwhelming her to the point of suffocation. Suddenly, a warm hand gently clasped hers, pulling her back to the present.Haley turned to see Shane's concerned eyes. "Haley, I'm here," he said softly.A wave of warmth spread through her, easing the tension in her body. She managed a small smile for Shane, indicating she was okay."Evelyn, I’ve always believed in 'an eye for an eye.' What you did to my mom... you should experience it yourself," Haley said coldly.She regretted not coming more prepared, thinking she should have brought some of that drug along. Just as the thought cr
Shane's gaze fell on Evelyn's grip on his pants leg, his brows furrowing in disgust."Let go.""No, I won't! If you don't let me go, I won't either!"Shane's patience snapped. He grabbed Evelyn's neck with force. Just as he was about to pour the drug into her mouth, Steven appeared behind him."I'll do it."He snatched the bottle from Shane, grabbed Evelyn's face with one hand, and forced the liquid down her throat. Evelyn's eyes widened in disbelief as she was made to swallow the drug. Steven let her go, shaking his hand as if ridding himself of filth.Evelyn, now free, coughed violently, trying to expel the medicine. However, it had already gone down her throat and settled in her stomach. No amount of struggling could change that.Shane looked at Steven in shock. "Steven?"Steven sighed. "This mess is my doing. I should be the one to clean it up. If there's any karma, it should fall on me, not on you or Haley. It's a way to give Yvonne some peace."He pulled out his phon
After Dean left, only Shane and James were left in the office.James' eyes were red as he stared intently at Shane. Despite the anger and questions directed at him, Shane remained calm. He intertwined his fingers, placing his hands casually on the desk. His voice was steady without a hint of emotion as he spoke, "Who told you your mother's disappearance has anything to do with me?"James sneered, "Do I need someone to tell me? My mom came to see you a few days ago. Everyone at Ford Corporation knows about it. She hasn't come home since."Shane nodded slightly. "I did see your mother, but you should be asking your father about this, not me." With that, he resumed his work.James, filled with frustration, had nowhere to vent his anger. It felt like punching a pillow. Furious, he turned and left the office. Shane watched him go, shaking his head in exasperation before returning to his paperwork....Time quickly passed, and it was now Henry's birthday.Henry was always flamboya
Many onlookers silently marveled at the sight. When they first heard that Shane married Haley, there had been quite a bit of gossip. Part of the reason was that Haley had been engaged to James, and an uncle marrying his nephew's fiancée was a perfect topic for gossip. Additionally, many believed that someone like Haley, with her background and status, was not a good match for Shane. Some even speculated that Haley must have used some trick to win Shane over.However, over time, JY's success had proven Haley's capabilities, and no one dared to underestimate her anymore. The most telling sign was Shane's gaze, filled with such adoration that it was clear he was not tricked into anything.Henry was the first to approach them, greeting them with a smile. "Shane, Haley, you're finally here! We were waiting for you!"Haley looked around curiously and asked, "Where's Jenny? I don't see her.""She went to the restroom. She'll be back soon. Haley, you stay here and have fun. I'll take S
Haley quickly wrapped her arm around Jenny, playfully threatening, "Jenny, are you keeping secrets from me now? Spill it, what's going on with you two?"Jenny tried to play dumb. "What are you talking about? I have no idea!"Haley scoffed. "Don't even try that with me. I know you too well. Out with it!"As she spoke, she started to tickle Jenny, knowing exactly where she was most ticklish. As expected, it did not take long for Jenny to start begging for mercy."Okay, okay, I'll tell you!"Haley smiled triumphantly and withdrew her hands.Blushing, Jenny confessed, "Nothing's really happened between us yet. It's just... I think he's a really great guy, that's all."She wished something more could happen with Henry, but she knew her own situation. Henry was the eldest son of the prestigious Green family, while she came from a humble background with many poor relatives. Most importantly, she was pregnant, and she doubted any man could accept that.Haley frowned, falling silent. Th
Seeing his serious expression, Jenny could not help but laugh. "Alright, we really didn't argue. You go on now!"Henry looked at them suspiciously. "Really?""Really!" Haley and Jenny replied in unison.Henry finally breathed a sigh of relief and laughed. "I knew it. You two get along so well. How could you possibly have a fight?"Haley glanced at Henry with a smile and asked, "Why haven't I seen you with a date lately? You used to always have someone with you."Henry's heart skipped a beat. "What nonsense are you talking about? Do I seem like the type to fool around?"He quickly glanced at Jenny, worried she might get the wrong idea about his past.Oh no! If Jenny found out about his history with other women, his chances of winning her over would be even slimmer.Trying to change the subject, he said, "Stop spreading rumors about me. You used to follow James around all the time yourself!" Just as he finished speaking, he felt a chilling gaze on him. Turning around, he saw Sh
Seeing Haley speak so seriously, Shane could not help but chuckle softly. He placed his warm, broad hand gently on her head and said soothingly, "Alright, don't think about these unhappy things anymore. How about some dessert? I'll go get it."Following his gaze out the car window, Haley noticed a dessert shop on the roadside with its lights still on. Her eyes lit up, and she quickly nodded, "Yes!""Wait here," Shane said as he got out of the car. After a while, he returned, carrying an elegant box."Look, your favorite strawberry cream cake," he said, handing it to her.Haley's face lit up with a sweet smile, her eyes full of delight. "Thank you, Mr. Ford!"She reached out to take it, but just as her fingers were about to touch the box, Shane playfully pulled it away. "Is a simple thank you enough?" he teased, raising an eyebrow.Looking into his eyes, Haley's intuition kicked in. She leaned over, cupped his face, and planted a kiss on his lips. The sound of the kiss echoed so