"Kisa!" Jensen called out, rushing to catch her falling body.Kisa's vision went dark. In the darkness, she kept running and shouting Gilbert's name, desperate to see him, wanting to get clarification from him. But there was nothing but darkness in front of her eyes. It seemed that no matter how fast she ran, she could not find the light, and no matter how loud she shouted, Gilbert would not appear."Kisa, Kisa, wake up, Kisa."'Who is it? Who is calling me with such an anxious voice?' She struggled to open her eyes, and her vision was still blurry. When her vision got better, she saw Jensen's anxious eyes."Are you alright, Kisa?" It hurt Jensen to see her reddened eyes.Kisa looked at him, dumbfounded, tears slipping from the corners of her eyes. "I couldn't believe what he said... he said Gilbert was the one who was behind the prison fire. How is that possible?" She spoke with a trembling and sobbing voice.She sounded so heartbreakingly fragile that Jensen could not help but
Jensen quickly pulled her back. "It is dark now, and it is raining again. How are you going to get there in this condition? Listen to me; I will go with you to confront him tomorrow.""I can't wait that long. I hate waiting."Kisa brushed his hand away, looking determined. "I have to ask him and get an answer from him tonight, no matter what."Jensen pursed his lips, not knowing what more to say."Thank you, Jensen." Kisa glanced at him, then turned and strode out, slamming the door shut behind her. She went without even taking an umbrella.Jensen leaned back against the cabinet, feeling terrible. He lit a cigarette and looked at Adrien with cold eyes. "Are you happy now?"Adrien leaned back in his chair and smoked absently. "This is nothing compared to the pain I suffered back then.""Heh..." Jensen laughed with sarcasm. "Oh, yeah. Your love is the greatest. After your love was broken, you decided that no one else should deserve it. You are so selfish and heartless.""Selfish
Kisa's face changed as she knew by intuition the other car was coming toward her. She hurriedly turned the steering wheel and slammed on the brakes. The next thing she knew, she heard the screech of the tires and her car hitting something, then crashed into the guardrail. The other car just grazed her car and disappeared in the rain in a flash. Because she had stepped on the brakes in time, the damage was not serious even though the front of the car had hit the guardrail. It only suffered a slightly dented front bumper and scratches. But because of the tremendous inertia, Kisa hit her head on the steering wheel, ending up with a few bruises and minor bleeding.She sat back up and leaned stiffly back in the driver's seat, her hands on the steering wheel trembling. After a long while, she leaned on the steering wheel and cried, her tense emotions bursting at once. She cried and trembled, her voice sounding fragile and miserable."Gilbert, why?" She cried out with resentment and helples
Kelvin shook his head.Nobody knew what kind of profound hatred Madalyn had against Kisa.However, Madalyn's determination seemed a little strange to them.Perhaps only Madalyn knew the answer to that question. However, she flat-out refused to say anything about it, and that was why they were so puzzled."Give me a cigarette."With his eyes bloodshot, Gilbert lifted his gaze to look at Kelvin.Kelvin immediately did as Gilbert said.Then, Gilbert stood up and went to the window.He opened the window slightly, and a gust of cold wind and raindrops flew into the room.Gilbert lit up the cigarette and took a drag. His emotionless face looked desolate.His cigarette burned out.Then, he looked at Kelvin with a blank smile. "My grandma is actually willing to die to stop me from getting together with Kisa. Is there really anything I can do to fix this?"Kelvin pursed his lips. He did not know what to say.He only asked softly after pausing for a while, "What's your plan then? A-
Suddenly, Gilbert lifted the edge of his mouth at Madalyn.The smile looked cold and a little contemptuous. "Grandma, why is it necessary for you to think that I got back together with Kisa just because I still love her, or I'm devoted to her?"Kelvin paused and stared at Gilbert.'What is he talking about?'Madalyn was also shocked but she refused to believe him.Then, she snapped. "Don't even try. Did you really think that I'd believe you? How stupid do you think I am? Why don't you try something new instead?"Kelvin was speechless.'She's right. I can't even find myself to believe in what he said now, let alone his grandma.'However, Gilbert smiled again, looking very unpredictable.He leaned toward the window and said unconcernedly at Madalyn, "Do you know why I wouldn't leave her alone and why I treat her so well these days?"Madalyn did not answer his rhetorical question.Kelvin ignored him too.Then, Gilbert continued speaking as he chuckled softly, "That's because I
Madalyn looked at Gilbert, wide-eyed in shock.Kelvin thought that he was lying, but he did not say anything."Finding the guards in Hillsby was just a part of my plan. I bribed them before bringing Kisa there. I even hired some killers and set up some traps along the way just to make her trust me."Otherwise, do you really think that I and her would make it out alive if the killers were real? Hmph. They were only some actors I hired to fool her."Kisa felt very cold as she stood outside.The ran through every part of her body as she shivered.Madalyn looked at Gilbert suspiciously.She furrowed her brows and asked, "There's something I don't understand. Didn't you already know that she set you up, but didn't hurt me? Why would you still do this to her? That's so unnecessary.""I only sent her to prison back then because I thought she was the one who did all the bad things, and I hated her so much for it. However, I came up with another way to get back at her after knowing that
Madalyn was shocked as she shifted her gaze to Gilbert subconsciously.Kelvin's jaw dropped in surprise. Then, he glanced at Gilbert worriedly.However, Gilbert was still looking as emotionless as before, and none of them were expecting that from him.Gilbert stared in her direction.The sound of the door opening could be heard in the quiet room.Kisa walked inside slowly, drenched with rainwater.She was a skinny person, but with her thin clothes stuck to her skin because of the rain, she looked even more fragile and tiny.It seemed as if a gust of wind would blow her away.Her face was so pale, that it looked like a piece of paper. There was a wound on her forehead, and it was still bleeding.The blood streamed down from her forehead to both sides of her eyebrows, and to her cheeks. It made her look like she was crying blood out of her bloodshot eyes. It was a little terrifying to look at.Kelvin was shocked as he took a few steps forward."Kisa, why are you here? Your wou
"What do you want to hear from me?"He chuckled and asked Kisa, sounding very sarcastic.Kisa's body was stiff as she stood upright.She looked at Gilbert without saying anything. She curled her fingers tightly, and there was blood dripping slowly from her clenched fists.Gilbert swept his gaze across her before he looked back at the cigarette between his fingers.He breathed out a swirl of smoke before saying unconcernedly, "I can say whatever you want to hear. Including... the world's sweetest love talk and sweet nothings."His deep voice still sounded very pleasant, but his tone was filled with sarcasm and mockery.Kira's heart hurt so much, that she struggled to breathe. However, she started laughing."So, have you been faking all this while when you said all those sweet words to me?""Heh, heh!" Gilbert chuckled scornfully. "You're an actress. How could you not tell what's real and what's not?"Kisa tried her very best to smile. There were tears in her eyes, but she kept
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