'It's weird. Why did Mr. Kooper's whole demeanor change after attending the ball? The strange smile he has on right now is unsettling. Yikes!' Davian thought. 'Is there something wrong with him? Is he turning insane all because of love?'"Uh… Sir… Are you…"'Are you going mad???'Before Davian could get his words out, Gilbert opened his mouth and said coldly, "We'll go back tomorrow." Davian almost bit his tongue upon hearing this."T-Tomorrow…?What about the thing with Kohen?""It's done." The fact that Kohen kept dragging things out with them led them to the conclusion that it was done."Does that mean we came here for nothing?" Davian slumped his shoulders and asked.'Nothing?' Gilbert stared at the mask in his hands and smiled. 'It wasn't all for nothing.' He started to smile more meaningfully when he thought of the gentle lips his lips had touched just now. He even began to look forward to Kisa's revenge.Kisa was feeling uneasy because of the incident at the ball. Mia loo
Jensen frowned, and asked softly, "Did he do anything to you?"Kisa shook her head frivolously. "That guy must be him. Hehehe…he thought he could get away with it, wearing a mask. Does he think I couldn't recognize him? You know…even if he turned into ashes, I could still easily recognize him…"Jensen listened attentively to Kisa's drunken slurs as he wiped both of her hands, face, and neck with a towel."Hehehe…"Kisa suddenly burst into laughter to the point her face was filled with tears streaking down her face."Finally, I'm going back to face him. I won't let them humiliate and bully…all the rivalry, hatred, I will get back at them. I will..." Kisa murmured and slowly closed her eyes. Jensen gently wiped away the tears from the corner of her eyes. He watched her sleep as a trace of complexity flashed across his eyes. "Damn, Jensen you're such a b*stard!"Mia Fallon had angrily smashed the furniture in the room and sat on the sofa sipping on wine afterwards.Suddenly, she
"Really? I heard the female lead has changed. I'm curious about what she looks like.""Look. There's a lot of paparazzi and reporters around here. We must hurry up if we want to take a glance at her."…Carolyn dragged Sharon Case along and anxiously said, "Look. A rookie already has gotten so much attention. No matter how bad your face is, your limelight will soon be robbed by others." Sharon is also very hateful. People used to turn heads upon seeing her arrive at the airport. Ever since her face injury, these days she has been living like the son of a gun. She does not even dare to show her face in public, she doesn't even have the eligibility to comment on it. She was very pissed about it.Carolyn was unconvinced, "I don't believe that a rookie could have garner this much attention bigger than an international superstar. Whether she has connections, or that she was as pretty as a flower. I don't believe that she is prettier than you. Go, let's go and take a look!"Sharon rea
Based on how she asked this question, reporters turned their camera to face Sharon Case. She was still lying on the ground. Despite being roughly trampled on several times by the crowd, her hands tightly held the scarf that was covering her face. At this moment, Kisa's question had undoubtedly exposed her to the reporters. She hated it so much. She didn't dare to peep a sound.Kisa saw that she wasn't getting up any time soon and deliberately asked again, "Sharon, is that you?"A voice exclaimed in the crowd, "Oh, she's not the international superstar Sharon Case, is she?" She was in internal panic. She shook her head frivolously and said, "No… No, I'm not her…" Her face had not fully healed. She could not let her ugly face be exposed to the media so easily or her image would be ruined."Come to think of it, Sharon Case has disappeared for quite some time now, right?""I heard she was kidnapped by Howard Mullen, and there was no news after that.""GK Pictures had announced t
"B*tch, you did it on purpose, didn't you? I had it with you!"The media went crazy over the scene that was unfolding before them, they took pictures like crazy. However, no one thought to stop Sharon. Upon seeing Sharon's sharp fingernails grabbing toward her. Kisa's expression changed and quickly backed away. She didn't expect Sharon to attack her in front of so many people, especially the reporters. Her back suddenly bumped into a hard chest. She looked up and saw that it was Jensen holding Sharon's wrist."Ms. Case, this is a public space. Have some respect and manners, please." Sharon glared at Jensen angrily, "Why do you protect her? She is a sinister little b*tch. Don't let her fool you!"Kisa sneered in her mind mentally, but said aggrievedly, "Sharon, what's wrong with you? I just saw that you fell and wanted to help you up. What did I do wrong, did I make you unhappy?"Just as before, in front of the media and Gilbert this woman pretends to be kind and weak, and cunni
Gilbert didn't seem to hear what Davian had said. His scorching eyes only stared at the slender figure in the cheongsam downstairs. 'Oh, she is finally back!'"Ms. Becker, why did you join J & K Film Group to be their female lead?"After Sharon had left, the media were once more focused on Kisa Becker. "I graduated from the Department of Acting. Acting has always been a dream of mine. It has been a waste for me to not utilize it in the past few years. Now that I have founded J & K Film Group, I can fulfill my dreams.""What! J & K Film Group was founded by you?"The surrounding media were shocked.Upstairs, Davian was shellshocked. He tugged Gilbert's sleeve, "Mr. Kooper, Mr. Kooper, did you know that J & K Film Group was founded by Ms. Becker? Goodness, Ms. Becker is so amazing. She hid this secret way too well."Gilbert was not surprised at all. He just stared at Jensen and laughed at himself. As expected, his own brother really likes Kisa. To the point he was willing to give e
"Ms. Becker, J & K Film Group is gaining so much momentum this time. Do you intend to compete with GK Pictures for the leading position in the industry?"Kisa chuckled. "There is invisible competition in every industry. I have no intention of competing with GK. I'm just doing my part, playing every role I can and trying my best to nurture new talent and live up to the expectations of our audience.""Mr. Kooper is your ex-husband. Did you create the J & K Film Group to fight against him because of your failed marriage?""I started the J & K Film Group purely because of my dream; it has nothing to do with him. As for the marriage; yes, it didn't work out, but we divorced peacefully. So please don't speculate about it. Also, I really don't have any relationship with Gilbert or even GK anymore, so please don't link me to them anymore."Gilbert laughed when he saw the woman trying so hard to get rid of her relationship with him.Davian saw his sinister smile and tried to persuade him.
Jensen looked at her. "Yes.""Kohen's main purpose in holding that party is still to shore up your popularity, so you will still be the center of attention on that day."Jensen stroked her tired face and smiled. "Get some rest. I will bring you to the party on time."Kisa nodded and got up to see him off."Oh, by the way, I live right across the street from you. Call me anytime if you need anything."Kisa was surprised. "W-Won't you have no time for your own business then? You're doing this for me..."After being dilemmatic for a long time, she finally asked, "Jensen, why do you want to help me like this?""Because I like you.""How is that possible?"Kisa's first reaction was to think it was impossible. But her heart skipped a beat when she saw Jensen's serious expression. "You...""I'm just kidding. Look how scared you are." Jensen patted her head amusedly.Kisa subconsciously breathed a sigh of relief. "I knew it. When we were little, you only said you treated me as a s
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