Just as Davian wanted to curse, it shocked him to see the person in the wheelchair. 'M-Mrs. Kooper?' He looked at the person in the wheelchair for a long time, and after he was sure that it was indeed Kisa, he hurriedly said to Gilbert, "Mr. Kooper, look. I can't believe that it is Mrs. Kooper. Why is she in a wheelchair?"The sudden stop of the car did not make Gilbert look up. Only after hearing Davian finish speaking did he raise his eyes and glance at the front of the vehicle. He was expressionless as he saw the woman in the wheelchair as if she were a stranger.Davian took a cautious look at Gilbert and could not help but ask, "Mr. Kooper, wasn't Ms. Becker with you last night? What is going on here? Why is she in a wheelchair?""What? You suspect I broke her leg?" Gilbert grunted coldly.Davian quickly shook his head and kept his mouth shut, not daring to ask any more questions.In front of the car, Kisa was also startled. She had just crossed the street with her wheelchair
Gilbert had the entertainment paper spread out in front of him. Since he saw Kisa just now, the pages stopped turning and he might not have gone through the news in front of him. Davian really wanted to go to the spa. If Gilbert was not going, he, as an assistant, would be awkward to go alone. Having not gotten an answer from Gilbert for a long time, Davian shrugged and said, "It is only getting colder and colder from now on. Going to a spa is good for your health."Gilbert leaned back in the chair, looking out the window in a daze. "You may go if you want to."'What is he talking about? Mr. Tanner is inviting him. How can I, a mere assistant, go alone?' Davian said, "By the way, Mr. Tanner has also invited Mrs. Kooper Sr."Gilbert looked at him with a frown. "He has also invited Grandma?""Yeah. Mrs. Kooper Sr. told me about it this morning, and she is planning to bring Emma, your last blind date, with her."Gilbert pursed his lips, not looking the least bit happy.Davian glance
There was an elderly woman about the age of his grandmother and a middle-aged couple sitting in the living room. Sharon was coming out of the kitchen with some dishes. They were those people whom Gilbert least wanted to meet.As he turned around to leave, Madalyn stepped in front of him. "Since you are back, sit down, and have a good meal with the elders.""Hi, Gilbert. I cooked this meal myself," Sharon said as she walked up to him.Gilbert did not even glance at her but sat down silently on the couch.Standing outside, Davian glanced at the scene inside the house and thought, 'This is a freaking trap.' Just as he was deep in thought, George came out and said, "Davian, your boss asked you to stay for dinner."Davian quickly shook his head. "No, no, no, no. I have something to do. I'm leaving. Please tell Mr. Kooper for me," Davian said and got into the car in a flash.George looked at the car speed away and shook his head in amusement. 'Why are they all afraid to have dinner wit
Davian's heart skipped a beat. 'Could it be...Ms. Becker?' The car had passed the person in the wheelchair when he thought of that. He then looked back hastily and said to himself, 'Oh my, it really is Ms. Becker.'Davian quickly parked the car on the side of the road, got out of the car, and walked toward the person in the wheelchair. "Ms. Becker..."Kisa turned her head subconsciously when she heard the familiar voice. Not only did she see Davian running toward her, she also saw the silver-gray car behind him. She frowned. 'That's Davian's car. I've seen him drive it before. No wonder it looked so familiar. If that is Davian's car, does that mean Gilbert was also in the vehicle when he almost ran into me just now?''It would not be that coincidental, would it?' Kisa pursed her lips and tried to comfort herself secretly. 'There's no way I'd run into that man every time I'm in a terrible state.' Just as she was thinking about it, Davian had stood before her. "Ms. Becker, why aren't
Davian froze. "But I missed you, didn't I? Now I'm driving you home, so we're even," he said with a smile."Gilbert was in the car, right?" Kisa asked again.Davian nodded subconsciously. "Yeah. If he didn't stop me, I would have gotten out of the car to talk to you and give you a ride.'He stopped him from coming to talk to me?' Kisa laughed at herself. She looked outside the window and did not say a word."Mr. Kooper said that you're pretentious for sitting in a wheelchair after such a minor fall, but I don't believe that, Ms. Becker. Tell me, it was a bad fall, huh? Have you visited the doctor's yet?""I did. The doctor said it wasn't too serious and should be fine in two days," Kisa leaned back and replied. "Like I said, the wheelchair is just so everyone can see how weak I am and pity me."Davian was speechless at Kisa's thought process because it was something that normal people would not understand. "Ms. Becker, you should stop using this method to solicit sympathy in the
"Where did you go this afternoon? Why was your phone off? Do you have any idea how worried I was?" This was the first time Jensen had ever been mad at Kisa.Jensen's dark eyes looked like a dark vortex as he stood in front of Kisa with his back to the light that was not so bright to begin with. It made her feel nervous and pressured. It turns out that people can have many emotions. Even someone as gentlemanly and caring as Jensen can have a dark and ominous side.Kisa clenched the armrest of the wheelchair, and said, "I didn't really go anywhere. I just went to the park near the hospital for a walk. Davian happened to pass by the park and saw me, so he decided to drive me home. As for the phone..." She quickly took out her phone from her purse and saw that it was off. "I didn't realize when the battery died," Kisa chuckled.Jensen lost his temper only because he was worried about Kisa. He had always been good at keeping his emotions to himself, but it was different today. He was wor
When Kisa thought about it, her eyes darkened as she looked at Andrew and Ada. She did not dare to think that these two children were hers. But she could always hope, especially after she knew that the two of them were born on New Year's Eve of that particular year. 'I have to verify this before I give up.'"What are you doing looking at Andrew and Ada like that?" Jensen asked suddenly, pulling Kisa back from her thoughts. She was startled, but she smiled and said, "N-nothing..."Jensen patted her head gently and said, "You talk to the kids first. I'll cook.""Okay," Kisa nodded and rolled the wheelchair to the sofa. She was a little absent-minded because she thought of taking a maternity test with Andrew and Ada.Jensen looked at her with a complex emotion behind his eyes and walked toward the kitchen. Lea had prepared the ingredients, so all that was left for Jensen to do was to cook, which saved a lot of time. After half an hour, Jensen had finished cooking five types of dishes.
Kisa took the wooden box and sat on the edge of the bed. She opened it up, and there was a ball of toilet paper inside. There were several strands of hair in the toilet paper—the short ones were Andrew's, while the longer ones were Ada's. Kisa had done her research about maternity tests and found that the results from hair DNA were highly accurate. Moreover, she just pulled out these hairs when Andrew and Ada were taking their bath.Kisa felt an unspeakable trace of anxiousness and anticipation when she held the wooden box in the plan of her hands. She also felt a hint of fear. 'If the maternity test proves that the two children aren't mine, I'll stop imagining myself as their mother. But if they really are my children, then how should I deal with the blood feud between Gilbert and I?' Kisa was in turmoil all night.'Honestly, I'd be willing to let go of the past and the fire that happened five years ago if they really are my kids. I'd even be willing to forgive that man,' she though
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