Chelsea felt a lump in her chest. "Help me investigate Elijah," she said while stuttering through the sentence. "I want to know if his feelings for her are genuine."Once again, it was because of Liesel.She was always asking Tobey for favors because of Liesel.She would only stoop this low when it came to Liesel.Was she living for herself or for Liesel?Tobey grabbed her soft and slim waist. His gaze darkened. Chelsea let out a moan.They went on until Chelsea couldn't hold on anymore. Before she passed out, she finally heard Tobey's hoarse and lustful voice in her ear. "I've seen your sincerity. Of course, I will satisfy you."However, did someone of Liesel's status really need Chelsea's help? Perhaps Chelsea should be begging Liesel to save her instead.But Tobey kept those words to himself.…When Chelsea came to, her entire body was aching terribly.As expected, Tobey was a jerk. Even when doing it in the car, he'd pushed her so hard that she wished she was dead.She
When Liesel decided to start her own company at 18 years old, the 18-year-old Chelsea had climbed into Tobey's bed in exchange for the very first investment funds for Liesel.Liesel would never know about the price paid for those funds. Chelsea had invoked the devil that was Tobey and exchanged her body for ten million dollars in investments.Liesel's success was built atop Chelsea's pain.She would never know this, and Chelsea would never let her find out either.The only reason Chelsea yielded to Tobey was for Liesel's sake.Tobey's expression turned even colder. His gaze fell on Chelsea's face, and he said icily, "Take off your clothes."Did he want to have sex again?Flustered, Chelsea didn't move for a long time. Because of what happened in the car, there was a huge bruise on her lower back, so she didn't want to strip.Tobey's face became even more frigid.After a brief pause, Chelsea began to strip off her clothes stiffly. Even though the weather was scorching hot, she
At last, the call ended with Tobey hanging up first and blocking Elijah's number.When Elijah heard the dial tone, he couldn't stop himself from tutting.Tobey was the one who couldn't keep his woman, so why was he venting his anger on Elijah?Whose fault was it that Chelsea still hadn't warmed up to him? Wasn't it his fault for being too perverted?If Tobey had learned a thing or two from Elijah and showed some sincerity, he might be in a real relationship now. Things certainly wouldn't keep dragging on.However, he wasn't going to get involved in the matters of Tobey's feelings.Jacob had good friends, and naturally so did Elijah. However, he didn't consider the drinking buddies he'd kept when he was laying low to be among them. In Tobey's case, Elijah had gradually grown closer to him as friends after they worked together a few times.Tobey was a naturally suspicious person who only cared about the outcome. He hated useless social interactions the most. Furthermore, his statu
Neither Elijah nor Tobey spoke after that.Elijah could sense Tobey's suppressed anger, but he simply found it funny.Actually, he knew pretty well what kind of feelings Tobey had for Chelsea. At first, Tobey had found Chelsea was pretty and bold. He never had much morals to begin with, so why would he reject a hot babe knocking on his door?He was possessive over her, yet he never gave her a single ounce of affection. To him, Chelsea was just a pet.A secret lover would forever be hidden underground, and a pet would never become a lover.Like he said, she was a vixen. How could a vixen and a human love each other?Moreover, how could someone already used to being above everyone else lower himself to show her a moment of affection?"When she digs deeper, she'll find out that Lili doesn't need you anymore. Then, she will leave," Elijah said bluntly without any regard for Tobey's feelings.Tobey fell silent.Elijah was pleased. It gave him a sense of achievement to be able to
Shivering, Chelsea slowly opened her eyes.When she met Tobey's dark eyes, she raised her hand to rub her eyes. Without saying anything, she just stared at him for a few seconds and then stretched.Her eagerness to flatter him yesterday was nowhere in sight now.Evidently, she was awake now. Smiling, she gave Tobey a look before snatching the showerhead from his hand and directing it at her aching body instead.She leaned against the cold wall. After changing the temperature of the water to hot, she sighed in pleasure."Chelsea, once you're done showering, get changed. We're registering our marriage."The last sentence made Chelsea freeze.The shower continued to spray her body.She didn't say anything. She merely swept her long hair to the back, revealing her smooth forehead. Her captivating face looked even more stunning beneath the water.She wasn't wearing any clothes. After doing so many intimate things with Tobey, she'd already grown used to his predatory gaze roving ove
Tobey didn't take those lies seriously.Sneering, he scooped Chelsea into his arms. Ignoring her yelp of surprise, he carried her to the couch in the living room.Chelsea straddled Tobey's lap and said slowly, "Mr. Lark, you know I got into the Alden University School of Performing Arts. I enrolled in Alden University as a performance major at 18 years old and graduated at 22 years old. "During those years, I rejected many opportunities and advertisements just to keep you company. Many of my classmates have now become C-list or D-list actors, while I'm still completely unknown."It's time for me to venture into the industry, no?"Was Chelsea being selfish?When it came to Liesel, she could be a selfless moron. However, when it came to Tobey, she was cruel and cold-blooded. The past five years didn't give her much hope in Tobey, and her future certainly didn't have Tobey in it."So, what do you plan to do?" Tobey regarded Chelsea with a deep gaze."Pineapple Studios is opening
"Mr. Lark, you told me that you only kept me because I resemble a certain someone… I'm not me; I'm just a shadow that stays by your side. I'm the shadow of the person you desperately want but can't have."Although Chelsea was always obedient, the one thing she never did was learn to become that person. She was intentionally reckless and wild so that Tobey would feel the difference between her and that person."I remember all those words clearly, but it seems like you've forgotten, Mr. Lark."With a sickly sweet smile hanging on her lips, she planted a kiss on Tobey's lips before hopping off his lap. She casually picked up a hairdryer and began to blow her hair dry. Then, she threw on her clothes and turned round to leave, like she had no regard for the man she'd just left on the couch.When her hand gripped the doorknob, she heard Tobey's dangerous voice. "Chelsea, if you leave me, you'll never appear on any program ever."It was a threat.If she left him, he would blacklist her.
Tobey was the heir to the Lark family and the true head of Lark Corporation.What was there to be dissatisfied about if she were to be Tobey's wife? She would just lose the freedom that she'd always dreamed of.Compared to freedom, weren't money and power more important?She kissed the man in front of her, but her usually glittering eyes were dull and dim.…In the underground parking lot of Viewpoint, Elijah raised an eyebrow at a cool-looking SUV in front of him. It was a brand that he'd never seen before."Is this a gift for me?" he asked with a meaningful look. "I remember that Shifter Corporation just acquired a car manufacturing factory in Dinland. Is this the new brand that you plan to establish after the acquisition?"Liesel shook her head while smiling. "This is a similar model to the car that Henry had hit several times but left no damage the other night. I haven't been able to develop a better car than this yet, so I can only give this half-baked product to you for no
"You know how it is. It's always hard to strike a deal between two smart people."Charles laughed.He knew that when Liesel suggested a partnership with Ford Corporation to manufacture anti-cancer drugs, it was actually a huge trap.Liesel and Howard were both researchers. Who could say for sure that after they gave Ford Corporation the drug formula, they wouldn't refine the drug further and make something even more effective?Considering Liesel's and Howard's intelligence, there would undoubtedly be a more potent version of the drug. However, Liesel would never choose to continue working together with Ford Corporation. Therefore, he had decided to ask for a mile. He had asked to collaborate on the artificial intelligence project.It wasn't that he was being greedy.It was because Ford Corporation wasn't the same as it had been a year ago. He had to tread very carefully to avoid falling for someone's scheme again.Without Liesel and Drew, there were many tasks that only he and
"Do you not want to hug?" Liesel cocked her head at him. "Don't think I don't know you. I bet you already wanted to kiss me and hold me the moment you spotted Jacob. Otherwise, you wouldn't have tightened your arms around me."Hadn't Elijah done that to send Jacob a message that Liesel belonged to him?Having been together for so long, there wasn't anything that she didn't understand about him."In that case, thank you for giving me a chance and playing along." Since he couldn't think of an excuse, he just came clean. There was even a look of amusement on his face.He pulled her into his arms affectionately. She also hugged him back, like she was a child staking her territory."Should we add some more spice and kiss?"This was really becoming more and more provocative.Why not?A smile appeared on Elijah's face, as if he was saying to her, "Bring it on."And she did. She peppered Elijah's face with continuous pecks. Then, she yanked on his collar, like she was claiming him as
From a short distance away, Jacob could see Elijah's arm curled around Liesel's tiny waist. She seemed very dependent on him as she lay in his arms listlessly. It was a stark contrast to the way she behaved in public with other people.Whether it was with reporters or business partners, she always seemed like a steady pillar of strength. She was graceful and calm, but there was a hidden sharpness within her.Anyone who interacted with her could feel the hidden threat that was lurking inside of her.Yet, the Liesel now seemed to have shed all the sharp spikes on her body, revealing only the soft insides. She appeared gentle and submissive… Or rather, she only showed this side of her to her lover.He should have been the one to get all of this.He should have been her lover.He was the one who'd thrown all of this away. All he could do was watch as Elijah purposely pissed him off.He was a man too. Of course, he knew that Elijah was doing it on purpose.Of course, he resented Eli
Elijah seized Liesel's wrists while chuckling coldly. "So what if you're someone's wife? If I wanted you, all I'd have to do is tell him. Then, he'd definitely have someone clean you up nicely and send you straight into my bed."He lifted her chin with his finger. "Do you think that your husband is a decent man? Do you think that he'd disobey me for you?"Liesel swallowed. She was enraptured by the look in Elijah's eyes right now.He nibbled on her ear while patting her panicked and pale face. "If you're obedient, I'll treat you well. If you're unwilling to play along and make me happy, I'll kill your husband and lock you up in my home. You'll never see the light of day again."Stripping off her clothes, Liesel bit his earlobe and whispered, "It's such a waste that you didn't go into the acting industry with Chelsea."Elijah chuckled quietly, letting her hands roam all over him. They left a trail of fire in their wake. When he was all riled up and ready to go, Liesel suddenly hugg
Liesel left.Charles gazed at the still-warm cup of tea on the table. There was a chilling look in his eyes.This was one of the times he'd made the wrong move.After walking out of Charles' office, Liesel wasn't surprised to see Jacob. However, she didn't even stop and simply walked out.He trailed after her leisurely until she was nearly out of Ford Corporation. Just as he was about to call out to her, he heard a cheerful, gentle voice calling her name."Lili, I'm here to pick you up." Jacob's eyes darkened. When he looked up, he saw Elijah sitting in a wheelchair and smiling at Liesel.Liesel didn't mind at all that he was a cripple. With a grin on her face, she crouched down next to him. Then, she grabbed his hand and placed it against her cheek.Jacob's chest clenched when he saw that. It felt like arrows piercing his heart.Liesel could still feel Jacob's eyes on her, but she didn't care. She even pecked Elijah lightly on the lips in front of Jacob. Then, while pushing
"Charles, even though we worked together for three years, you still don't understand me at all."Liesel tapped her fingers against the desk. While it was quiet, it also sounded indescribably threatening."Have you not seen what happened to Dash?"If someone tries to snatch something from me, not only will I make their wishes come true, but I'll also make them pay the price."You can only take what I give you. If you insist on snatching what I'm unwilling to give… then you will find out the price you'll have to pay."She grinned, but it carried an obvious iciness.Dash was indeed the best example.He had tried to snatch collaboration opportunities from her, so she squashed him. And that wasn't all. She also bought his land and assets from him for dirt cheap.Dash tried to steal her data and establish his own vehicle manufacturing plant in Draskia, so she simply chased him and all his businesses out of Draskia.Anyone who tried to plot against her and steal from her suffered hor
"If you have something that even Jacob doesn't, you must be very loyal to him.""Thanks for the compliment." Charles chuckled quietly. "Of course, I am loyal to Mr. Ford. It's because I'm loyal to Mr. Ford that I kept the evidence just in case."If Matthew decided to betray Mr. Ford one day, then I could use this to retaliate against him. After all, you also know that Matthew is far from a nice person."Jacob placed a lot of importance on Matthew because his parents had passed away early, so he'd been raised by Matthew and Vincent since he was younger. He ended up viewing Matthew as somewhat of a father figure. His love for his family had ended up blinding him, making him unwilling to bring harm to Matthew.However, Charles was different. He didn't have any significant feelings toward Matthew. He only cared about protecting Jacob's interests.Matthew was a selfish person who only cared about his own interests. This was why Charles had gone against Jacob's orders and kept the evi
If it had been Elijah who'd done this, what would Liesel have done?Could she still be so righteous?However, Jacob's words only made her stifle a laugh. Without even turning around, she said sardonically, "If Elijah was this kind of person, then I would never have gotten together with him."Whether it comes to family or lovers, first of all, they should have the right principles. They should know what they should or shouldn't do."Even a child can tell what's right from wrong, but an adult like Matthew doesn't know where to draw the line. Jacob, one day he will pay the price for everything that he's done."In the end, Jacob didn't stop her from leaving.He couldn't help but clench his fists. His eyes darkened.Liesel had always been strongly opposed to evil. Making things worse, Drew was the scapegoat for Matthew's misdeeds this time.Over the years, Jacob had already gotten Matthew out of trouble countless times. He was getting tired of it.He really wanted to call out to Li
Natalie wanted to destroy Ford Corporation as soon as possible.Once there was a new leader in Ford Corporation, would Jacob still be so arrogant?Natalie laughed coldly. Then, she remembered the words she heard in the hospital, and her expression frosted over.She thought that since she was already in the same boat as Edward, and that Edward might become the future leader of Ford Corporation, she could go for him instead.After all, Edward was tall and handsome. In her eyes, he wasn't inferior to Jacob at all.However, she never thought… that Edward already had a lover, and that it was his sister, Ophelia, of all people.Till today, she still remembered how that bitch, Ophelia, had once insulted her because of her background. To defend Liesel, Ophelia had mocked her for being a bastard child.How come Ophelia deserved to be with Edward? They were siblings! Even if they weren't related by blood, they had still grown up as brother and sister. Weren't they afraid of getting expose