Sophia was scared half to death and quickly stopped him, "Wait, calm down."Andrew pointed at her, "Don't stop me, or I'll clean you up along with him."Sophia stood before him, "Alright, go ahead and hit me!""You think I won't?""I know you will. Who are you anyway? You're Andrew, the founder of the Divine Dragon Headquarters. What's there for me to be afraid of? Even if you beat me to death, it's no problem."Andrew snorted, "Good to know."After speaking, he brushed past her to leave.Sophia stopped him again, "But aren't you unwilling to do this?""You little brat, you're asking for it."Seeing him angry, Sophia didn't dare to be too reckless. She explained, "Think about it. Even if you kill my third brother, what's the use? Can you find Charlene? If you find Charlene, and if she knows you killed him, will she still recognize you as her brother? She's just hiding, not falling out of favor. Besides, this is just a misunderstanding."Andrew stepped towards her angrily, and
Avery scrolled down again. "Today, Avery cooked. Although each dish had its unique charm, it couldn't crush his confidence. So, Avery’s food was still quite delicious. Keep up the good work. I'll keep trying."The pictures below show the three dishes he made that day. One was burnt and sweet, and the other had too much salt. He smiled.But after the laughter, there was even stronger bitterness."Today, his first love called him again, but he didn't sneak around to answer when I wasn't looking. I was a little happy, but that woman was annoying. Sometimes, she says she's been striving to return to him for four years, and then she says he's so heartless.“It's ridiculous. Without other people, has she died twice already? They've already broken up, yet she's still clinging.""So happy! Today, we encountered a big dog without a leash when we went out. Of course, there's nothing to be happy about in that. I was scared out of my wits then, so I instinctively grabbed him and turned to run
Avery was punched into the hospital by Andrew, but even in the hospital, he wasn't idle. Whenever he wasn't receiving IV fluids, he checked the surveillance cameras. He went through every intersection where Charlene disappeared on the surveillance.Unfortunately, he never saw Charlene's shadow. Unable to find Charlene, Andrew went to settle scores with Avery. Avery would also get new injuries every day. Fortunately, being in the hospital meant he could get immediate treatment.Later, Andrew stopped coming, and Avery stayed in the hospital for a few more days.A week later, when he was discharged, he returned to the family’s residential area, but the once cheerful him suddenly stopped smiling.…This day, Sophia was called out again during Patel's class. There were several names on the blackboard, including hers. Everyone was puzzled, quietly watching Patel's grim face.His voice was commanding, "Writing essays is cultivating your ability to think independently. I give you time to
Everyone was packing up their things when Dyna, who wasn't in class, suddenly burst in. She grabbed Sophia and exclaimed, "I saw Professor Patel dragging Counselor Avalon into the grove.“I got curious and followed them, and I saw him hitting her. Oh my god, he's vicious, always hitting where it can't be seen."There's a small grove behind the university, usually for couples to hang out. It gets crowded at night but deserted during the day. Unexpectedly, it made it convenient for this domestic abuser.Sophia frowned, "Let's go check it out. Did you inform the principal?"Dyna scoffed, "Tell the principal? Last time I heard someone anonymously complain about Professor Patel, but when the principal asked, Counselor Avalon said Professor Patel didn't abuse her. They can't do anything about it. Even a just official finds it hard to intervene in domestic affairs."Lucy overheard and asked softly, "Did Professor Patel take it out on his wife because he got frustrated with you earlier?"
As days passed by, the weather gradually turned colder. Pedestrians on the streets wrapped themselves in thick cotton coats and scarves. The leaves of the plane trees on both sides of the school had dwindled significantly in the strong winds of the previous night.A lot had happened from autumn to winter. Patel and Avalon got divorced. That brainless Vanessa ended up marrying Patel. It was said that she secretly took the household registration book and married him without anyone knowing.After Sophia told Hamish about Patel's domestic violence against Avalon in the small forest near the school, Hamish went back to the Huo family and was furious, demanding they divorce.However, it was unclear how Patel convinced Huo's parents. Not only did Vanessa refuse to leave, but even her parents thought that apart from being a bit older, Patel took good care of her. They were skeptical of what Sophia said.Since Sophia was quite petty, and since they were suspicious, she concealed the evidenc
When Chester came up, Sophia heard the commotion and exited the private room.She saw Chester walking hurriedly and asked, "What's going on?"Chester said, "Vanessa is in the peony hall, saying there's a fight. I came to check."Sophia frowned, "Vanessa?"She also quickly walked towards the peony hall.Just as she entered, she was shocked by the scene before her.The tables and chairs in the room were overturned, dishes and bowls scattered on the ground, and Xena kicked Patel under the table and dared not come out.The scene seemed ridiculous.Vanessa was piled up in the corner, her face full of pain. When Xena went to help her, she didn't even have the strength to stand up.Xena's expression remained somewhat cold, "Are you okay? Where does it hurt?"Vanessa could only breathe in but couldn't breathe out and spoke with difficulty, "My stomach hurts."Xena helped her up and subconsciously looked at her, only to see a large patch of blood on her pants.She was instantly alar
At this moment, footsteps were heard from a distance. As if sensing something, Sophia looked toward the sound and saw the tall figure walking towards her. He walked briskly, with a steady and powerful stride.She instinctively stood up and greeted him, "Elliot, why are you here too?"Elliot embraced her, "Hmm, just came to check on you. You're okay, right?""I'm fine.""How's she doing?"Sophia replied, "Uterine rupture, but she's stable for now. The uterus wasn't removed. It was repaired."Elliot walked with her and looked at Hamish, "What about Patel?"Hamish said, "Haven't asked yet.""I called the police," Sophia said.Hamish was angry, "Calling the police is letting him off easy. He should have been beaten to death."Elliot said, "Whether through legal means or divorce, it's better to get it over quickly. Let us know if you need any help."Sophia glanced at Xena. Seeing that she didn't follow them to the ward, she said, "Since your sister is fine, we'll take our leave."
Sophia and Xena went to the hospital the next day to see Vanessa.By this time, Vanessa had already woken up, and only Hamish and Savannah were in the ward.Savannah's expression was still somewhat unnatural. She politely stood up and moved the chair towards them, saying, "Xena, Sophia, you're here."Xena and Sophia exchanged a glance. They were somewhat unused to Savannah's intimate address, but neither said anything. They just nodded slightly towards her and walked in.Just as they stood by the bedside, tears started streaming down Vanessa's face.Xena asked, "Why are you crying? Is your stomach still hurting?"Vanessa wiped her tears with her hand, shook her head, and couldn't say a word as if her throat was filled with cotton.Xena comforted her, "Don't cry. It's nothing serious. Just rest for a few days, and you'll be fine."Sophia looked at Hamish and said, "Elliot is waiting for you downstairs."Hamish responded, "Okay, you guys stay for a while. I'll go down first," an
“Ah, no!” Sophia instinctively reached out to catch it, but the phone narrowly missed her fingers. So, she just watched as he tossed the telephone into the bushes.Sophia was infuriated. "Brother, you haven't sung for me yet?"Kyle looked at her. "Time's up.""Time's up for what? You big liar."As she spoke, she balled her fists and attacked him.Although she was no match for Kyle in martial arts, he couldn't fight her in such a confined space. So, Kyle found himself somewhat helpless in this narrow space.He grabbed both her hands with his big hands and pinned her legs with his, leaving Sophia unable to move her limbs.Frustrated, she aimed her head at Kyle and lunged forward. Kyle instinctively dodged. Sophia's little head directly hit his chest.Thud.It felt like a forty-pound hammer hitting his chest, causing Kyle to start coughing on the spot. He was truly at a loss. She was too much to handle, using every trick in the book.With one hand rubbing his sore chest and the
At that moment, it seemed like the world came to a standstill. The man and the woman at the door were so scared they hardly dared to breathe. How dare this woman. How could she slap Kyle?They sneakily glanced at Kyle's reddened face, wishing they could disappear. They were afraid they'd face his wrath, too.Kyle also couldn't believe what he was seeing. This little drunkard in front of him wasn't speaking gently or acting cute, and instead of calling him brother, she slapped him. He was furious. At that moment, he had already thought of where to bury this woman.However, Sophia didn't seem to realize the seriousness of hitting someone. She suddenly jerked her wrist and broke free from the man's grasp. Whether it was because she used too much force or because she was drunk and couldn't control her strength, she stumbled and fell on her rear.This fall was solid, and she couldn't help but cry in pain, "Ow!"Tears streamed down her face.Kyle was bewildered for a moment. The anger
Sophia felt helpless. This man's schemes ran too deep. He didn't reveal anything useful. The two drank one glass after another from seven in the evening until ten at night. Sophia's head was spinning.She had been trying to limit herself, taking small sips each time. Unfortunately, her tolerance for alcohol was quite poor. Her gaze was unfocused, and the man opposite her seemed to blur into duplicates. She knew deep down that she was drunk. It was frustrating. When would her tolerance improve?"Are you deliberately trying to get me drunk to see me embarrass myself?" Kyle lounged carelessly. "I didn't know your alcohol tolerance was so poor."Sophia snorted softly in her heart. Ignorance was truly unbelievable. She even suspected that this man had seen her drunk before. Otherwise, why insist on drinking with her? She needed to control herself now; otherwise, her stingy husband at home would be infuriated.So she just slumped onto the table, motionless.Kyle chuckled. "Are you dru
Kyle compromised, "Alright, I won't touch you."Sophia sternly commanded, "Get off."Kyle slowly got up from her.Sophia's piece of porcelain against his neck remained unmoved, her little face tense.Kyle sat up and waved to remove the hand threatening his neck, "Alright, if I bleed, you lose your life. Do you think I'm afraid of such a broken thing like you?"He knocked away the piece of porcelain in Sophia's hand, but she didn't pick it up. Instead, she said softly, "I know you're not afraid. As the top boss of the Netherworld Palace, what kind of woman can't you have? But it's not worth it to ruin the mood just to sleep with a woman, don't you think?"Kyle looked at her and smiled. Far from diminishing with Sophia's various rudeness, the interest in his eyes only intensified.He stretched out his long arm and grabbed Sophia's nape, pulling her closer. The two were close enough to hear each other breathe.There was a determined smile in his eyes. "I like smart girls."Sophia
Kylie smirked. "So, how else do you want me to repay you?"But Sophia couldn't shake the feeling that his smile seemed somewhat sinister.Kyle wasn't the kind of person to easily agree. Could it be true that she had saved him?After contemplating, she said, "For example, a substantial monetary reward, a direct increase in shares and equity, or at the very least, treating me to a meal would suffice.“But instead, you kidnapped me, restricted my movements, and now you're telling me it's repayment? Did I perhaps drown your son in a well in a past life, prompting you to repay me in such a unique way?"He was left bewildered by Sophia's rapid-fire words. What was this woman talking about?After a good while, he finally grasped the gist of her words. "Alright, let's go. I'll treat you to a meal."Sophia looked at him, surprised that he was so easy to persuade. She took advantage of the situation and added, "Then first, give back the phone to your lifesaving benefactor."Kyle replied,
Elliot searched the inside and out of the car. He indeed found a box of acupuncture needles tucked away in a corner. His wife always had a habit of carrying a box of acupuncture needles with her, not for self-defense, but for saving others.However, this box had yet to be opened, proving that the skills of the person they were dealing with surpassed hers. Otherwise, she wouldn't have missed the chance to use the needles.It seemed that this car was indeed the right one.He looked at the dirt road ahead, with tracks from two vehicles. One was a regular sedan, and the other looked like an off-road vehicle.But no more surveillance cameras were ahead, so they wondered if the cars had turned back or continued forward.He relayed the situation to Avery once again. Avery began to investigate, checking every detail of the vehicle information provided by Elliot. At this point, the police, Samuel, and his team arrived one after the other.Since there were no surveillance cameras in this a
Avalon said, "It perfectly matched the Meng family's expertise. They've been collaborating for several years, and my family even gave up some minor collaborations because they trusted in them.“But this time, under their instigation, my family paid an advance payment of 1.8 billion for goods, but the goods weren't delivered according to the contract date. They kept stalling, and when my family went to check, they found the company deserted.“After my elder brother had someone investigate, he found out the company was leased, and the company's CEO was nowhere to be found.“After reporting to the police, they kept investigating, but there was no result. That person disappeared. Helpless, my parents, elder brother, and second brother all went to find Patel.”“But Patel, apart from the initial matchmaking, wasn't involved in the subsequent cooperation. So, my brother and others didn't dare to do anything to him. But after struggling for a few months, the bank started demanding loan rep
"Mary," Paisley called out each word, but then her throat seemed to constrict, and she couldn't say anything more. Tears welled up in her eyes.Lucas also felt anguished. "We're sorry, Mary, but we haven't wronged you."Mary sneered, "If you haven't, how did I end up in this situation today? You both are incompetent parents. What's the point of arguing? You only have two daughters. Can't you treat us equally?"Paisley was truly enraged by her words. "How have I not treated you equally? Mary was just being clever. Perhaps I inadvertently praised her, but I never said you were bad, did I? Just because of this, you want to abandon Mary?“Are you even human? After you went missing, I couldn't eat or sleep peacefully. Every night was spent in tears. I knew you suffered a lot, and surviving wasn't easy, so when I found out it was Mary who made you disappear, I resented her deeply.“I did everything to make it up to you, even at the cost of hurting Mary. I sided with you unreasonably. Is
Xena viciously grabbed her by the collar, preparing to take her back for further interrogation. However, many policemen suddenly burst in through the door.The secretary followed closely behind, explaining, "Officers, hurry and arrest Xena. She forced her way in."Xena frowned. Assessing her situation, she forced Mary to sit in the boss's chair, a dagger held against her sister's neck. The room was marked with signs of struggle, with blood spattered across the floor.In this situation, she could hardly argue her innocence. But she instinctively explained, "She locked up my parents and wouldn't tell me where they were. I just wanted to question her."The police officers' expressions hardened, their tone brooking no refusal. "Take her away!"Two officers stepped forward and seized her. Xena complied, offering no resistance or excuses, obediently following the police.Another officer glanced at Mary. "Are you alright?"Mary seemed shaken, clutching her neck. After calming herself,