The filming base was huge and had a total of eight entry points.Kisa chose the pathway closest to the nearest road via GPS. However, this was a small trail, and it rarely had any pedestrians.Furthermore, it was late at night and raining. There was not a single person on this trail. But then, this trial was closest to the exit. The GPS indicated that walking for 15 minutes would lead her to the road. By then, she would be able to flag a cab.After walking for a few minutes, the rain finally stopped, but her body was thoroughly drenched. Her hair was dripping water. She would have slept in the car for the night if it wasn't for the three kids. After all, she promised Jensen that she would take care of Blake. She would definitely get home to check on him.The streetlights were very bright, and their light reflected off the wet pavement. The light shone on Kisa's body, making her frail skinny silhouette seem depressing and lonely. After sneezing a few more times, she felt cold from h
She tried her best to use a sultry voice to pretend to seduce the man, " If it's for fun, then why are you people holding onto me so roughly for? If you hurt my wrists, then how will we play after?"The man saw her smile so alluringly that he was frozen for a moment. The other three men were also shocked.At that moment, one of the men held her arms while another held her waist. The other two men surrounded her from behind as they feared she would escape.Kisa saw them pause and tried to make a hurt yet coy expression, " It's not that I'm not willing to play those games with you. I think it's a public place, and I'm not that shameless."The four men were shocked to the core by her sudden change. One of the men had a grim expression on his face and spoke, " Stop your scheming right now and walk with us quickly.""Let go of me! I can walk on my own!" Kisa said, expressing hurt as her eyes watered, " Why are you people pulling me. Look, you made my wrist all red from the pulling."S
The men exchanged looks. Suddenly, one of them drew the straws. The other three feared losing, so they hurriedly did so as well."Haha! Mine is the longest. I'll do her first," A man with a slender and tall figure was beaming with smiles as he got the longest toothpick. The other three turned up their noses at him."What are you so proud of, huh?""Exactly!"Kisa smiled at the three men. "I'm counting on you to keep watch.""Alright, go on. Just be quick."Kisa and the slender man went into the bushes. The man could not contain his lust and tried to hug Kisa. Kisa dodged his hands and pretended to be coquettish. "The grass is prickly; you should lay on the ground." The man was stunned but quickly caught on. "Oh, no problem. I'll be the bottom one." He was so desperate that he lay down on the ground quickly.Kisa feigned her interest by touching his body. "Close your eyes." She smiled playfully.The man was unwilling and asked cautiously, "Why should I close my eyes?" Kisa t
Kisa was about to break into pieces. She got hold of a twig and held onto it tightly. The footsteps were getting closer every second, as if the person was next to her.Her heart was pounding. She bit her lips, and the hand holding onto the twig could not stop shaking.CREAK!The sound of footsteps was now directed behind her.Kisa was on tenterhooks before she burst out, stood up growling, and stabbed the person behind with the twig. However, it was grabbed by the person.A familiar deep-toned voice sounded. "It's me!"Kisa looked at the man in front of her dumbfounded. Under the dimmed lights, she could clearly see that the man facing her was Gilbert. She could see his deep eyes and furrowed brows.It was at that moment, Kisa felt her whole body was freed. Her legs gave up, and she was about to slam onto the ground.With an exclamation, Gilbert reached out his arms and scooped Kisa into his embrace. His eyes went dark, his voice hoarse when he felt her trembling body. "It's al
Gilbert looked at Kisa and saw her eyes filled with terror and panic. His heart twitched and caused a sharp pain within. He stroked her wet hair and gently talked to her as he tried to remove her hand, "Don't be scared. The kids and I are here now. No one can hurt you."However, Kisa grasped his placket firmly as if it were her final straw. Gilbert let out a distressing sigh and turned on the music in the car. The sound of relaxing music made everyone loosen up a little.Suddenly, Blake stretched his head to the front and said to Kisa seriously, "Don't worry, Ma'am. Mister and I will protect you."Kisa blinked her eyes and shed tears. Her hands relaxed a little, but she was still trembling. Gilbert gently wiped away the tears on her face and said tenderly as he tried to remove her hands again, "It's alright. We're going home now. Everything will be fine once we reach home."Finally, Kisa let go of her hands off his placket. Yet she was still frightened and hugged her knees to her c
Gilbert opened his eyes instantly and checked on the woman beside him. Kisa appeared to be in a terrible nightmare. Her hands were flapping while she shook her head in horror.Gilbert's eyes went dark. He held Kisa's hand, embraced and soothed her, "It's okay. I'm here now. You're alright."Kisa struggled in his embrace for a moment and finally settled down. Gilbert hugged her tightly, brokenhearted. The usual Kisa in front of Gilbert was like a hedgehog with all spikes poked out. Gilbert could not imagine how scared she was today to show such vulnerability before him.Gilbert stroked Kisa's back, again and again, trying to soothe away her fears. Kisa frowned and let out a murmur in agony. After some time, she slowly opened her eyes. She leaned on his shoulders absentminded, feeling the warmth of his comfort. A hint of mockery slowly appeared as she raised the corner of her lips.She took a deep breath and said monotonously, "Those people... wanted to ruin me."Gilbert's heart tre
'Gilbert indulged Sharon in harming me, but on the other hand, he saved and cared for me. Is pleasing Sharon my life's sole purpose? As long as Sharon is happy, it doesn't matter if I am harmed or killed.' Kisa pursed her lips and held back her tears."Anyways, I have to thank you for saving me today. After all, you were willing to save me despite us being enemies. It must have been hard for you," Kisa said and pushed the car door, wanting to exit the vehicle. Gilbert grabbed her hand, "Why must you think like that? I said I'm willing to give up everything for you, I said I love you, I care for you. Why must you think that I'm putting on an act and faking it? Kisa, what else must I do to make you believe me?"Gilbert's cold tone held a deep vulnerability and exhaustion within. Kisa too was in a mess. She had warned herself multiple times to stop crying for this man. But this was the man she once loved with her life. How could she just fall out of love?Kisa bit her lips tightly, t
At this moment, the sound of water suddenly came from the bathroom, and Gilbert breathed a sigh of relief.He walked to the bathroom. As he looked on solemnly at the door, his long fingers brushing gently against the door handle.A moment later, he leaned against a wall and lit a cigarette. When he finished the cigarette, the sound in the bathroom gradually stopped as well.Gilbert looked down at his toes, and his thoughts went back to their first night together."It hurts...""Kisa, relax.... Yes, just like that..."Although he knew Kisa had set him up for that night, he still treated her like she was a treasure and gave him all of his gentleness and patience. While, she, too, still remembered the tenderness that night.As the memories of the past swirled in his mind, that scene of that night appeared in his mind.A self-deprecating smile then appeared at the corners of his lips. 'That night, her eyes were deep as she looked at him and played along with me. Did she take me for
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