Kisa was not the kind of beauty that is stunning at first glance, but she was definitely the type that got more beautiful the more one looked at it. Especially her gentle and quiet temperament made people feel extra comfortable to watch. In the banquet, noblewomen and celebrities were beautifully dressed with exquisite makeup. Her elegant outfit was unique and attention-catching as soon as she appeared.Gilbert was laughing and joking with some friends at the mall when Kisa came in, and he never took his eyes off the woman since. He stared at her serene face almost greedily, his hand quietly clutching his goblet. She was no longer the wishy-washy, timid, and self-conscious woman she had been before. She looked up, with a faint smile on her face, and walked in a captivating manner. The only thing that stung his eyes was Jensen beside her, as the man and woman were like a match made in heaven. He could not deny that he was terribly jealous, but there was nothing he could do."Mr. Koope
Jensen always made her feel so at ease. Even if her dancing was not very good, she did not feel nervous at all when dancing with him. She did not panic when she accidentally stepped on his foot, because he knew Jensen would never blame her; he could tolerate everything about her.But Gilbert would never be so patient with her. He would only think she was stupid. She would feel sad whenever she compared Gilbert to Jensen.The melodious dance music continued, and Kisa was no longer nervous. She danced well, and Jensen smiled at her. "You danced very well. Don't belittle yourself like that again.""I—" As she spun around and was about to return to face Jensen, someone else pulled her away. She looked up and frowned when her eyes met Gilbert's, which looked bitter.Seeing the reluctance of the woman, Gilbert was enraged and yelled, "What? It's okay to dance with him, but not with me?""At least you know," Kisa said indifferently and tried to leave, but he held her waist down. She did
"Thank you all for coming to this party today out of your busy schedules." After Kohen said this, a warm applause rose, showing how popular he was. "I'm sure you have heard that I have signed a partnership agreement with the J & K Film Group as an investor in their self-produced drama, The Legend of Luna. The main purpose of this party is to introduce you all to someone," Kohen said, his gaze turned toward Kisa.Kisa became nervous instantly.Jensen held her hand and said with a gentle smile, "Don't be nervous. Go on."Kisa nodded her head, cleared her mind of any nervousness, and walked resolutely toward the stage. All eyes were on her, and there were murmurs from the crowd. She clenched her hands and tried to keep a smile on her face. With the crowd watching, minutes felt like hours. As she came beside Kohen, she looked down at the stage and saw Gilbert staring at her with a torch-like gaze. Her heart skipped a beat for no reason, and she glanced away and thought, 'This isn't fine
Three photos were shown in sequence on the screen. One showed her walking to the hotel in casual clothes, one showed her standing in front of the elevator pressing the button, and one showed her pushing open the door to room 1603. Her face was clearly captured in the photos, as if afraid that no one would recognize her.Kisa stared at the photos on the screen, as this was the scene where Madalyn asked her to go to the hotel. She felt at the time that it might be a plot by Sharon, but she could not figure out what Sharon was up to by tricking her into going to the hotel. Even now, when she looked at the three photos, she could not guess what Sharon was up to. If Sharon wanted to accuse her of sleeping around, she should at least have been photographed entering the hotel with a man. But the photos only showed her entering the hotel alone. She frowned and stared at Sharon, but only to see the sinister smile on Sharon's face and the look of triumph in her eyes.Besides Sharon's sinister
The major media instantly gathered around her. The chatter and abuse grew stronger and stronger. Even with Kohen beside her, the jeers and abuse just kept coming."Ms. Becker, who is the man in the video? May I ask what is your relationship with him?""As a public figure, how can the audience support you when you have such a messy private life?""The J & K Film Group has just been established, and you have done such a scandalous thing. Have you considered the future of your company?""Is your profligate private life the real reason for your divorce from Mr. Kooper?"All kinds of sharp questions came one by one.Before Kisa could respond, Sharon said to the media, "I'm sorry for all this. But my sister has always had a messy personal life since she was a child. I thought she would grow up to be a bit more restrained, but it just got worse and worse.""Yeah. Before she graduated, she was involved with several guys, and I saw it several times at that time. Every time I taught her,
After a moment of consternation, someone reacted quickly and asked the service crew to get the scissors.The reporters were asking questions. "Ms. Becker, we want a statement from you. Why do you want scissors?""Yeah, Ms. Becker, what are you trying to pull here?"Kisa smiled at the crowd. "I'm not pulling any tricks. I'm just trying to explain to you."As she spoke, a service crew quickly brought the scissors and handed them to Kisa, and instantly everyone fell silent and looked at her in puzzlement.Gilbert frowned and stared at her for a moment. Sometimes, even he could not figure out what was going on in this woman's mind.Kisa took off her shawl. In front of the crowd's puzzled eyes, she took the scissors and slowly cut the garter fabric from the armpits along the waistline. Then she covered her chest with one hand and lifted the fabric from her back with the other. She slowly turned around and let her entire back show to the crowd. At once, everyone gasped when they saw la
"So many noble people in the business community and media reporters here today. You better honestly explain who told you to put these photos and videos out."The man trembled as he was surrounded by so many dignified people. "I don't know that person either. He only told me to show these photos and videos to everyone as he instructed, and said everyone would love to see these things. In fact, I actually didn't know that these photos and videos were so vulgar.""You don't know that person?" Kisa stared at him with a sneer. "Then take a closer look at everyone on the party floor and see if that person is here." It was obvious that Sharon and Anthony had set her up; she just had no proof. If this man said that the man was not there, then it was certain that this man was lying."Yes, you don't know that person, but you must have seen that person. See if that person is here at the scene.""Exactly. Hurry up and take a look at who is so vicious to frame Ms. Becker."The man trembled and
Anthony was all smiles, but Kisa could tell a strong sense of menace in his voice. Lea was so afraid of him she did not dare look at him. "I didn't lie. I clearly saw that it was... it was Ms. Case who ordered that man to show those pictures.""Are you sure?" Anthony snickered with a threatening look on his handsome face.Lea was shaking more and more.Kisa hastily intervened. "Mr. Mullen, please don't threaten her with that tone. She has just identified Sharon; why are you so concerned? Could it be that you are in cahoots with Sharon?""No. I didn't see this mister. I only saw Ms. Case ask that man to show the photos. I-I think this matter has nothing to do with this mister.Kisa frowned, wondering why Lea was so defensive of Anthony. She suspected Lea might be afraid of his retribution."B*tch!" Sharon was enraged, pointing at Lea and cursing. "What proof do you have that I ordered this man to show those pictures? Let's talk about evidence." With that, she started to play the v
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