Elliot pondered for a moment before saying, "He took the blame for him, hoping that Edmund would one day be able to save him. Now that Edmund is like this, it's normal for Scar to retract his confession. Subconsciously, we know that Scar is associated with Edmund, so we believe that everything he does is at Edmund's behest. But if Scar wants to plot his own way out, it's not impossible to frame me and Edmund against each other to prove his ability."Sophia continued his train of thought. "If you knew this was Edmund's doing, you would definitely go after him first! Edmund would think you were trying to wipe him out completely and would drag you down before he dies."Elliot added, "Yes the fisherman can profit only when the heron and the clam are fighting.""Who is the fisherman?""It's hard to say. I just feel that if my opponent really wanted to target me, they wouldn't come up with such a flawed plan."Sophia looked at him and suddenly found it amusing. No wonder he could thrive
The two went downstairs half an hour later.Sophia got ready quite fast, but it was strange that Elliot didn't mention their arrival from the beginning.She felt a bit sorry for not greeting them.Donald and the others all said it was okay, even looking at her with gentle and indulgent eyes which made Sophia very uncomfortable.Fortunately, Elliot spoke up, "Soph hasn't eaten yet. Let's chat in the dining room."Chase also said, "We haven't eaten either."So, breakfast for two turned into breakfast for five.Chase, Elliot, and Sophia were quite close. As soon as they sat down, they started eating. Just as Chase took the first bite, he noticed something.He looked at Elliot, "Oh? Did you change chefs at home?"Elliot glared at him without saying a word.Chase asked Mrs. Ruth, "Breakfast is really good today. Who made it?"Mrs. Ruth smiled, "Mr. Elliot made it!"Chase looked surprised, teasingly saying, "I knew it, my sister even married you with a face like yours, and you’
Sophia hesitated for a while but didn't dare to check. Suddenly, her phone alarm went off, startling her. Xena called her last night asking her to pick her up from the airport today. It was already 11 o'clock! She quickly changed and went out. Originally, she had thought of riding a motorcycle there, but considering that Xena might have luggage, she decided to drive there instead.However, when she arrived at the airport and saw a group of people walking toward her. She was still stunned. Were these the people she was supposed to pick up?The woman walking at the front had long slightly curled hair, wore oversized sunglasses, bold red lips, and a red tight dress that accentuated her curvy figure. She was absolutely the type of woman who made other women want to scream and men want to bleed from their noses.The seven men behind her were lined up, each dragging a suitcase, keeping a slight distance from Xena. They also wore sunglasses, black short-sleeved shirts, and black
"You might be laughing and joking, but you might be depressed. I still don't know you, are you as bold as you say?"Xena was amused. "How do you know I'm not?"Sophia raised an eyebrow at her. "How can you easily accept someone else when your heart is taken?"Xena was stunned, her face changed instantly. "What do you know?"Sophia snorted proudly. "I know everything."Xena frowned, pondered for a while, and tentatively asked, "About that livestream?"Sophia looked at her without confirming or denying anything."Speak up, what else do you know?""Are you still trying to hide it from me?"Xena sighed somewhat dispiritedly. "No, it's all in the past.""Is it really in the past?" Sophia said. "If it's in the past, why have you been away from Phoenix for so long? You've been coordinating with Velvet Vision’s assistant, and Hamish and the others still don't know your real identity?"Xena stared at Sophia, as if she suddenly didn't recognize her. She had grown up a lot and was no l
Elliot remained speechless, even though he was in high spirits a moment ago. He wanted to let her stay overnight and visit Xena tomorrow, but she had already hung up. Elliot rubbed his forehead, wondering why Sophia did not come home to sleep.‘Should I ask Xena to stay? But if she did, Sophia would want to accompany her. Maybe I should say I’m not feeling well.’Elliot smirked, thinking Sophia would know immediately. After some thought, he remembered that they had a big event tonight."So, why don't you accompany Xena tomorrow? We’re going to see Edmund tonight, right?""Oh right, then I'll go back after dinner."Elliot felt satisfied with what he heard, and he could show some generosity, "Then I'll come pick you up tonight.""There’s no need. Since I drove here, you can just wait for me at home."Elliot liked it when Sophia used the word ‘home.’So, he smiled and replied, “All right.”After hanging up the phone, Elliot’s mood improved significantly.…Sophia and Elliot arr
Elliot glanced at Sophia and asked, “Who is that person?”His eager inquiry made Edmund chuckle as if he felt superior to Elliot. Edmund asked proudly, “Why should I tell you?”Elliot sneered, “He’s manipulated you for so long. Are you willing to let him continue toying with you?“Why would it matter since he’s toying with you, too? We’re on the same boat.”Sophia laughed aloud. “How are you and Elliot on the same boat? You can only lie here or live the rest of your life in a wheelchair. You’ve lost your looks and your legs while your wife only married you for your money. She might even leave you.“You should know that you’re in this condition because of that person’s schemes. Although he also manipulated Elliot, we’re in a better situation than you. That person manipulated you two at the same time.“Instead of uniting with Elliot, you chose to continue competing with him. Your hate for that manipulator should have grown, but you aimed it at us instead.”Edmund frowned. “What do
Hamish excitedly looked inside. He thought Xena would be angry and ignore him. He did not expect her to let him in so quickly. Even so, he froze when he saw several men surrounding Xena and pampering her.One said, “How’s the pressure, Xena?”Another asked, “Are the grapes sweet enough?”Xena resembled an empress enjoying the men’s services. After hearing the doors open, Xena said with a hint of laziness, “Long time no see, Brother-in-law.”Hamish returned to his senses when she called him brother-in-law. He thought he was in a favorable position since Xena had let him in. Soon after, he realized he had been too optimistic.‘Why isn’t she angry? Why would she have avoided me for three years if she weren’t?’Hamish knew he should not be jealous of those men fawning over Xena. He approached her and asked, “Xena, are you okay?”She looked at him and shrugged smilingly. “I’m doing well, but I can’t compare to my brother-in-law.”Hamish frowned, "Do you have to talk to me like that?
Mary did not bother with questioning the men and went to help Hamish up from the ground, asking, “Are you okay?”"I’m fine," Hamish was annoyed, knowing they would not have thrown him out if Mary did not show up.While helping him untangle the net, Mary asked, "Did Xena throw you out?"Hamish remained silent as he struggled to get out. Mary continued, "I called you to ask if you wanted to come and see her. I didn't expect you to be here already. I just saw her come back online."Hamish finally got out of the net and said impatiently, "Go in and talk to her."Mary frowned, "What about you?""I'm going home.""Wait." Mary intercepted him and held his bruised face. "What happened to you? You’re hurt."Hamish turned away. "It's nothing."Mary looked anxious. "That doesn’t look like nothing. Did you fight with Xena? How did you get injured? Is she still upset at us?"Hamish looked at her and sighed, "Mary, I—"Mary abruptly pulled him toward the car, saying, "All right, let's dea