The low stand by the window was kicked upside down.She looked at Gilbert who was calmly sitting in a chair. She was speechless as she said, "Did you kick it?"He did not speak. He just pulled his tie. A hint of irritability could be seen on his gloomy face.'I'm not sure what's bothering him.'But it's very rude to kick something in someone else's house.'Kisa walked toward Gilbert as she frustratedly said, "Here's the Mullen residence. You should clean up your act. The Mullen family might chase us out if you kick their things.""Do you think I'm afraid of them?" Gilbert raised his eyes to coldly stare at her.Kisa could not stand the way he looked at her. She softly said, "I didn't say that you're afraid of them. But you're being very rude. After all, we're their guests."Gilbert coldly sneered. He did not bother to talk to her.Kisa just ignored him when she saw his long face.She bent down to pick up the low stand. She then laid down on the bed.'I feel so lazy recently.
Kelvin frustratedly stared at his phone as he murmured, "He didn't even explain it clearly. He merely asked me to go there. How can I go there just like that? So annoying!"Gracie noticed he was irritated when she served him the fruit platter she just made.She could not help but ask, "What's wrong?"Kelvin heavily sighed, "Help me pack two outfits. I have to go Athadale.""Did something happen?" Gracie worriedly asked.Kelvin stroked her hair as he said with a smile, "Nothing happened. Gilbert asked me to go there to treat his friend's legs. I'm indebted to him my whole life."Gracie amusingly nodded, "That's because you asked him for a lot of help back then. If it wasn't for his help, we wouldn't even be together."Kelvin held her hand tightly as he sighed, "That's true. That's why I said I'm indebted to him."Back at the Century Grand Hotel, it was late at night and this time, the man was acting crazier than ever beforeLea clenched her teeth in agony. She did not dare to m
It was Felicity, "Hello, Kisa, what have you been doing in the Mullen residence for the past few days? Do you want to come shopping with me?""Nothing much. Where are you now?""I'm outside of the Mullen residence. I came by specially to ask you to go shopping with me. Do you want to go?"Kisa subconsciously glanced at Gilbert. After a moment of hesitation, she said, "Sure. I'll come out now."'I'd rather go shopping with Felicity than stay with this gloomy-looking man.'Regarding the matter of David, I can only wait until Ms. Mullen gets better emotionally. I'll only dare to ask her about it by then.'As for the secret forbidden area in the backyard, I still need to think of a way to find and check it out.'Kisa quickly changed her clothes when she remembered Felicity was still waiting for her outside. She then grabbed her handbag and phone before she ran outside."Stop. Where are you going?"A gloomy voice could suddenly be heard. Kisa stopped walking.'Tsk!'I almost forg
Kisa turned her eyes to look at her side. It was Jane.Jane was pulling Anthony hurriedly walking outside.Anthony fixed his collar. He looked impatient and irritated. But he did not shake off his mother's hand.Arthur hastily asked Anthony, "Uncle, where are you going so early in the morning?""We have something to do. He'll play with you when he's back.'Jane grabbed Anthony's hand and continued walking outside as she said that.Anthony glanced at Kisa with his cold eyes as he sneered.Kisa confusedly stared at him. She did not know why he was laughing at her.Right after the two of them walked out of the house, Lydia and Gloria scornfully said at the side, "Aunty Jane's probably taking Anthony to go on a date with Karen."Kisa frowned.'Karen?'The woman who beat Lea up at the party?'"Tsk. I heard that the Reyes family despises her and Anthony.""It's not hard to understand. She should know that she's from an inferior background. In the Mullen family, she's even worse
On the phone, Kisa was disgusted and continued to talk badly about Gilbert and kept insulting him repeatedly."Only his looks are nice. His temper is horrible. I can honestly say that no woman can endure it.""Tsk, no need to be so harsh on him. He still has some good qualities.""You're wrong. I've had enough of him. He always says nothing and just sits there looking unhappy. I didn't even make him angry, so why does he keep giving me attitude? Seriously!Kisa continued, "I'm telling you; he's been this cold since we were kids. After he grew up, he became all full of himself and now he thinks he's all cool and stuff, but to be honest, he's just annoying!""Kisa!"Kisa was furiously complaining about Gilbert but was suddenly interrupted as the sound of someone's angry voice through clenched teeth echoed in the car.Kisa flinched as she squeezed the sandwiches in her hand until they changed shapeShe mechanically turned her head and asked Felicity, "I think I heard Gilbert's voi
The doctor hurriedly said, "Don't worry. I'll arrange for you to have progesterone injections later, and I'll also give you some pills to treat the fertility problem. Once you're back home, take the pills every day as instructed."Lea nodded. She still worriedly asked, "So, is my baby all right? Can I keep this baby?""Regarding this... You have to be more careful if you want to keep the baby." The doctor awkwardly said, "In the future, try not to have sexual intercourse. Even if you really want to do it, don't do it too intensely. And you need to rest more in bed. Refrain from strenuous exercise."Lea listened and did not care about the embarrassment or feel awkward. She just nodded.For the past few days, Anthony had indeed kept having s*x with her carelessly and aggressively, without caring about her health or her feelings.Sometimes, even she could not bear the pain he caused her, let alone this vulnerable fetus.Lea was injected with progesterone and felt much more reassured
"Since you're all done eating, I'll drive the car over. You all just wait for me by the entrance," Anthony said.Then, he walked to the parking lot without looking Karen and Layla in the eyes.'Even though I'm a womanizer, I'm not interested in arrogant women like those in the Reyes family,' he thought.Right after Anthony left, Jane hurriedly smiled at Layla and Karen, "Look at how sensible my son is; he's purposefully driving the car over from the parking lot as if he doesn't want Karen to walk."Karen's face brimmed with joy and embarrassment.Layla snorted, "Do you hear yourself? From what I see, he seems very cold. I wonder if he's got a problem with my daughter.""No, no. Definitely not. It's an honor for Anthony to like someone as good as Karen," Jane simpered in a panic.Just as Layla wanted to speak, Karen quickly grabbed her arm and said, "Mom, stop picking on Anthony. He really is a great guy."Layla glanced at her daughter in resignation.So be it, then. While I lo
A scream rang through the street, turning the heads of those passing by.Jane was startled and instinctively released Lea.Lea's knees buckled and she fell right onto the ground.She felt a cramping pain in her stomach. It hurt so much that she curled up into a ball.But aside from the wrenching pain she felt in her stomach, she also felt fear and hopelessness in her heart.Layla watched the woman on the ground as her face contorted in pain. She felt a little terrified.She grabbed her daughter, "What's this? Why did you hit her?""Mom, this is the b*tch who made a fool out of me during Mr. Mullen Sr. 's banquet. Hah. I searched high and low for her, yet this b*tch actually showed up right in front of me to let me beat her up!"Layla noticed that something was amiss with the woman on the ground. She could not help but tug on her daughter and said worriedly, "Alright, she's just a lowly woman. Let's just ignore her and not escalate the situation. Look at her; she looks like she'
In a small town in the South, a gentle breeze caressed the cheeks of passersby, creating a pleasant and serene atmosphere. This town, known for its tourism, was adorned with flowers even in its narrow alleys. The surrounding houses were all quaint inns, exuding a poetic and picturesque charm.Beneath an arching bridge, Kisa set up an easel to display and sell her paintings. She had always loved painting since childhood. Although she had not achieved great success in this field, her vivid and evocative paintings were very popular with tourists. She would sell most of her paintings every day.On weekends, Blake would join her at the stall, but today was Wednesday, and she was alone. After arranging her paintings, she had barely sat down when people began to gather around. Some admired her art, while others immediately offered to buy. Her paintings were reasonably priced, which attracted many customers."Miss, I'd like that painting of the snow-covered rose garden at night.""Alright,
In the backyard, Kohen looked at his older brother's calm expression, a hint of worry in his voice. "Bro, are you alright?""I'm fine," Hayes said, adjusting the blanket on his lap. "Tomorrow, take me to meet those medical geniuses you found.""Oh, sure..." Kohen nodded in agreement, but after a moment, he could not help but ask, "Bro, what did that woman say to you that made you change your mind so suddenly?"Hayes gazed at the stars in the sky, his voice cool and distant. "She told me she's doing well, very happy. Then she pointed out how pitiful and miserable I am right now. She asked me if I don't feel envious, knowing how well she is doing compared to me."Kohen grimaced, realizing that the woman had provoked his brother into action.Hayes lowered his eyes, a faint smile on his face. "That's right. How could I not be envious? So, I want to heal my legs, live a good life, and show her that I can do better than her."Kohen felt a pang of sympathy for his brother. From Hayes's
Mentioning Hayes, Eylul's expression became complex. "Hayes is reclusive and doesn't like to see people. Only a single old servant has been taking care of him all these years. I only met him once, back when I married Kohen."Mia's heart ached, recalling the enigmatic yet deeply emotional man. She could not help but feel a lump in her throat. "How's his health?" Mia asked.Eylul replied, "His health is fine, but his legs have remained the same. Kohen has found top orthopedic experts for him and even sought out Kelvin Hoover from Calthon, but he refuses treatment. For so many years, he hasn't even stepped outside the backyard.""You mean he's been living in the backyard all this time?" Jensen asked gravely.Eylul nodded. "Yes, Kohen wanted him to live in the main house, but he refused. He only likes staying in the backyard. Moreover, the room he stays in used to be..." Eylul glanced at Mia. She had heard that Mia used to live in that room.With a complicated expression, Mia pursed h
"Let's forget everything that just happened,' Mia said.Jensen looked up at her. In the moonlight, his eyes were deep and complex, profound and unfathomable.Mia tried to muster a smile. "You don't have to feel burdened. In a way, I forced you. And you must have always disliked me. Actually, I didn't come to you for money; I just wanted to see you. Now that I have, I should go. Jensen, from now on... take care."With that, she walked away, fearing that if she lingered any longer, she would not be able to leave. But after only a few steps, she was embraced from behind.Jensen's voice was low and hoarse. "Stay with me."Mia trembled at his words. Jensen continued. "But I still have so many things to do and someone in my heart I can't let go of. I don't know... when I will be able to give you a satisfactory answer. If you don't want to stay with me without any promises or guarantees, you can—""I'm willing," Mia blurted out, "as long as I can be with you, I don't care about anything
Mia's face changed instantly. " You... you know I like Jensen, why would you...""Heh, if you like Jensen, shouldn't you be willing to do anything for him? If you can't even do this, how can you claim to love him?""I won't do it! Doing this would be betraying Jensen. I would risk my life for him, but I can't do this."Adrien stared at her flushed face and gently chuckled, his words loaded with meaning. "Aren't you feeling all hot and bothered yet?"Mia frowned. Her body was indeed getting hotter and more agitated. 'Why would Adrien ask this? Could it be the drink...?'As the thought crossed her mind, her heart sank. Seeing Adrien's cold expression and the man's playful smile, Mia turned and ran. But before she could take more than a few steps, she was dragged back. Weakened by the drink, her desperate struggles were futile. As the man pressed her down, playing with her like a toy, she closed her eyes in despair. She thought she could never face Jensen again. With a bitter laugh,
Adrien Tanner, Jensen's father, stood before Mia with a warm smile. "My son is truly awkward when it comes to matters of the heart. He's even willing to refuse such a beautiful young woman like you."Mia stared at him, her tears suddenly streaming down her face. "I only wanted to see him, even if it was to face rejection. Wouldn't it better to say it clearly to my face?""Yes, it would." Adrien agreed. "But standing here stubbornly won't help, because he left on a business trip a couple of days ago."Mia's heart ached even more, realizing that Jensen had avoided using the front door just to evade her.Adrien continued. "I have a way to make him come to you willingly, but it depends on whether you're willing to cooperate."Mia nodded. "What do I have to do?"Adrien motioned to his bodyguard, who handed him a glass of wine. "Drink this," he said.Mia furrowed her brow, hesitant.Adrien gently patted her shoulder, like a father would."Don't be afraid. I won't harm you. From the
Filled with guilt, Mia stepped forward, but Kohen suddenly pulled out a handgun and aimed it at her."Get out!"Jensen pulled Mia back. He looked at the cold man before him. It was this man who had taken him in years ago. At that time, Kohen was young, a carefree and privileged young man. Now, he seemed to have grown up all at once, his eyes colder and more distant.Jensen said with a troubled expression, "If you ever need me in the future, don't hesitate to find me."Kohen sneered coldly; pain etched in his brow. He mocked himself. "I never should have taken you in back then. In the end, it was I who harmed my own brother."Jensen pursed his lips, not knowing what to say, only feeling an unbearable pain in his heart. It was the first time he felt he owed someone. That sense of indebtedness suffocated him."Get out, and don't let me see you two ever again."On that night, Jensen and Mia left the McCray family. As a result of Hayes's ordeal, the McCray family underwent tremendous
"What on earth happened?"Jensen did not speak. Mia choked out. "The collaboration between the Burton family and the McCray family was a trap. We were ambushed by the Burton family, and Hayes... he was hit by a car trying to save us.""Damn it!" Kohen cursed under his breath, abruptly pulling a knife from a nearby bodyguard and pointing it at them. "What are your lives worth? Why would my brother save you? Why?"Mia bit her lip, tears streaming down her face. 'It's my fault. I wanted to save Jensen, but I should have gone alone. I shouldn't have dragged Hayes into this. He seemed cold-blooded and heartless, and I never thought that he would risk his life for me. Why was he so good to me?'"Kohen..."Suddenly, a weak cry rang out. Hayes had awakened.Kohen hurriedly moved closer, gripping Hayes's hand. "Bro!"Hayes's face was deathly pale. He did not look at Kohen, but instead turned his gaze to Mia. His eyes were calm. He saw Mia's red-rimmed eyes and the tears lingering there,
Hayes was sent flying by the car, his body crashing into a wall before bouncing back.Mia's entire body felt ice-cold as she trembled, yelling, "Hayes!""Kill them all!" A hoarse, aged voice suddenly rang out from the entrance. It was Curtis. He looked at Kendall's lifeless body on the ground, his eyes filled with rage, shouting, "Run them over! I want them to join my grandson in death!""Ah!" Jensen roared, disregarding the guards' swinging knives, and like a madman, charged at Curtis. Curtis's face changed, desperately pulling a nearby guard in front of him as a shield. But it was useless. Jensen, like a crazed beast, attacked anyone in his path. Soon, his knife was held against Curtis's throat.Curtis trembled all over. "Wh-What do you want?"Jensen, covered in blood with splatters on his face, looked like a demon that had emerged from a battleground. He grabbed Curtis and held him hostage in front of him. "Let us go!""Don't even think about it!" Curtis retorted angrily. "You