Lucas really didn’t want to deal with the wedding because he knew very well that this wedding was just a show for the world, orchestrated by the Thomas family.Both he and Jessica were merely tools for Justin to gain reputation and profit.It was only because he happened to love Jessica and wanted to remarry her that he didn’t protest.But now, Justin’s words made Lucas rethink.Jessica had actually returned to the South town yesterday just to persuade Morgan to allow her to remarry him?He recalled that night; her indifferent attitude towards him, as if she didn’t care about remarrying at all.These days, Lucas had struggled with the idea. In moments of impulse, he even thought about running to Jessica and telling her to forget about remarrying.However, every time he felt impulsive, he couldn’t help but look at the old phone Jessica had left behind, where each message reminded him of how much she loved him.Lucas felt trapped in a cycle of doubt, unable to escape or figure out how to
Lucas didn't ask any further; he seemed to understand why Jessica was being perfunctory.The two of them ended the conversation just like that. Jessica didn't say anything else, just threw out, "I'm going back to work," and then got up and left.Today’s weather was rarely beautiful. When Jessica walked out of the restaurant, she couldn't help but stop.She turned around and saw Lucas looking at her.In those dark eyes was an emotion she had never seen before, something she had longed for deeply.Yet, at this moment, as she basked in the sunlight and looked back, she found that her heart was utterly calm.She even wondered how he had come to this?How did he come to like her?How ironic.The two of them stared at each other for three seconds. Jessica slowly withdrew her gaze, turned around, and walked towards the office without hesitation, just as she had when she divorced Lucas a year ago.Lucas watched Jessica’s back. He didn't know why, but he had a sudden feeling that this time, Jes
The groom's styling was completed much faster than the bride's. After getting ready, Lucas went out to greet the guests with Justin.When the guests saw Lucas, although his face was still icy cold, there was a noticeable warmth in his gaze. It was clear that he was in a good mood today.The wedding began as scheduled at 7:30 PM.Lucas, as the groom, had been backstage early on.After the host's opening remarks, Lucas was invited onto the stage. Following the script, the host began to guide Lucas to talk about his love story with Jessica.However, everyone knew that the second son of the Thomas family was always a man of few words and cold demeanor. The host initially worried that Lucas might not respond at all.But his fears were unfounded.While Lucas's answers weren't particularly elaborate, he did respond."Mr. Thomas, before you welcome the bride, I'd like to ask you a few questions that I'm sure everyone here is curious about. It's well known that this is your second marriage wi
The bride on stage wasn't Jessica!This realization shocked not only the guests but also Terry and Lucas.Jessica hadn't expected Terry to come on stage. She had spoken to him that day, thinking he wouldn't act impulsively, but to her surprise, he still rushed up.This was a matter between her and the Thomas family, and Jessica didn't want to involve Terry.Seeing him on stage, Jessica called out to him amidst the chaos, "Terry."Her voice wasn't loud, but in the large venue, Terry spotted her even before she spoke.Jessica was dressed in a simple long gown today, with her hair tied up and wearing sunglasses.No wonder no one had noticed her in the audience—many of the guests probably assumed she was some celebrity attending the event.Terry quickly came to his senses, stepping off the stage and heading toward Jessica.Lucas, too, noticed Jessica in the audience.Catching his gaze, Jessica didn't bother hiding anymore. She took off her sunglasses, revealing her delicate, petite face.I
Hannah had just closed the car door and was about to drive away when she noticed a problem.Terry was still standing by the car. Although he had stepped back a few steps, not blocking her way, his eyes remained fixed on Jessica, who was sitting in the passenger seat.Hannah smacked her lips, feeling an inexplicable sense of sourness in her mouth. She turned to look at Jessica, "Babe, why don't you go and take Mr. Davison’s car?"Jessica chuckled, "Why don't you just get out and let Terry drive your car?""......"Hannah wanted to say something, but more reporters were arriving.Knowing the urgency, Hannah had no choice but to drive away with Jessica.As they drove away from the hotel, Hannah glanced at the rearview mirror and couldn't help but hum, "Hey, you're really something. Mr. Davison seems quite infatuated with you."Jessica also saw the car closely following them in the mirror. She slightly lifted her eyes, "Focus on driving. If I remember correctly, you don't have many points
“It was me.”“I’m going to make him—”Jessica stopped mid-sentence as she realized what Terry had just said.She froze, staring at Terry in disbelief. “How could it be you? I—I...”The truth was so unexpected that Jessica couldn’t process it. She even thought Terry was joking. “You’re kidding, right, Terry?”Terry didn’t say anything, just looked at her.The way he looked at her told Jessica everything.She raised her hand to cover her eyes, feeling like this was some kind of absurd joke.The truth was awkward and unexpected, leaving Jessica unsure of how to respond.It felt as if the universe was playing a cruel trick on her!After a moment of silence, Jessica suddenly laughed. “The person who saved me eleven years ago was you, and the one that night four years ago was also you.”Terry, seeing her reaction, felt a pang of guilt. “I didn’t mean to pressure you.”He hesitated briefly. “I know it’s despicable to bring up that night now.”With that, Terry stood up and moved to Jessica’s s
Because of Terry’s kiss, Jessica almost had a sleepless night, only managing to fall asleep after 2 a.m.While some were asleep, others couldn’t rest. The story of the Thomas family’s wedding spread quickly, and within ten minutes, it topped the trending searches.No one in the Thomas family expected the bride to be Luna instead of Jessica. Over five thousand guests, all notable figures from LA, attended what was supposed to be a glamorous event for the Thomas family. However, the wedding turned into a laughingstock within the social circles.Before the wedding, the person most delighted was Justin. The union between the Hall and Thomas families was supposed to elevate the Thomas family even further. But his hopes were dashed, and Justin was so enraged that he fainted on the spot and had to be rushed to the hospital. It took over half an hour of emergency treatment before his condition stabilized.This time, Justin had a genuine brush with death. After the incident, the Thomas family m
Jessica didn't sleep well last night. She went to bed late, and even then, her sleep was restless.Terry’s words from the previous night had left her shocked. Shortly after their divorce, Terry had once forcibly taken a bracelet from her, claiming it was his. Jessica had suspected that perhaps Terry was involved that night and had asked Wendy to investigate. However, the results were the same as four years ago—no new information.Jessica had no idea how that bracelet ended up in her possession. Maybe she had encountered Terry before entering Lucas’s room. That was the only explanation she could think of. Otherwise, how else could she explain waking up the next day to find Lucas lying beside her?She had been drugged that night and was in a daze, but by the time she woke up the next morning, her mind was completely clear, and Lucas was undoubtedly the person beside her.It was clear that Lucas remembered what happened that night, or he wouldn't have wrongly assumed that she was the one
During the period, a nurse came over and asked Hannah if she wanted to go in and see Foster.She shook her head and said, "I'm not going in."She didn't want to go in.It was no use going in, he didn't want to wake up, and even if she went in, it would only make herself feel worse.These past few days have been the nurse's shift, and she has become familiar with Hannah and Joe. Seeing Hannah's exhausted appearance, she let out a slight sigh and didn't say anything.The cycle of birth, aging, illness, and death is a daily occurrence in the ICU.Hannah stood there for a moment, then she turned and sat down on a nearby chair."Ms. Howell."When Samuel called her, Hannah only lifted her head slightly and asked, "Is there something you need, Mr. Compton?""I had something I wanted to give you."Hannah bit her teeth and said, "Let him do it himself."Samuel didn't respond to her words, taking out a box from his pocket and handing it over. "This is what Foster bought when he first arrived in
Foster did not wake up until after 5 o'clock in the afternoon.The attending doctor delicately stated Foster's condition, "The patient's condition, the patient's family should be mentally prepared."Hannah heard these words and her legs immediately went weak.She instinctively reached out and grabbed Jessica, who quickly supported her. "Hannah, you have to believe him."Hannah grabbed Jessica's wrist, her strength was so strong that her nails almost embedded into Jessica's flesh.But she was completely unaware: "Jessica, I also want to believe him, but he has always been deceiving me, he has been deceiving me all along!"She also wanted to believe him, but Foster had never told her a single truth.He didn't even give her any promises, he didn't even say "I love you" to her.What did she use to trust him, and how should she trust him?Jessica didn't know what to say either, at this moment, anything she said would be futile."Foster, I hated you, I hated you!"She gritted her teeth and,
"Five minutes, Ms. Howell, you couldn't stay here for long. If you have anything to say to the patient, say it quickly."Hannah gratefully glanced at the nurse, "I would soon be leaving."The nurse glanced at her again and entered the nearby monitoring room.Hannah reached out and tugged on Foster's pinky finger, "Were you dreaming for me? Are you leaving? Are you a coward, Foster? Are you not seeking revenge anymore? Are you really never going to see me again?"If possible, she really wanted to slap him hard to wake him up."I don't care if you are Dominic or Foster, I have prayed to the Buddha beads for you. Your life will be fine, don't listen to the nonsense of those evil spirits, I won't allow you to leave! I don't want you to go!""Foster, you were doing fine. If you dare to just walk away like this, I will hate you for the rest of my life!"Hannah almost gritted her teeth as she finished speaking. She didn't stay for the full five minutes, but only two minutes before leaving.J
Hannah also had no intention of asking further: "Well, forget it then."No one spoke, and the entrance to the ICU ward returned to calm.Joe remained silent for a moment before he couldn't hold back and said, "Ms. Howell, there are two reasons why Mr. Carroway came back, and one of the reasons, if I were to say it, would not be good for you."He said, pausing for a moment, "But the second reason, I can tell you.""What is it?""For you."Hannah's little finger trembled slightly, and she sneered, "Is that so?"She didn't believe much."I followed Mr. Carroway for over two years. Mr. Carroway had a severe case of insomnia, and there was a period of time when he could only fall asleep by drinking a large amount of alcohol."Once, Mr. Carroway got drunk and in the middle of the night, he called me in a daze, saying he had a stomachache. I hurriedly rushed to his apartment and when I carried him on my back to the hospital, I heard him shouting your name.That night, when he rushed to Foste
He had just been about to take the jade bracelet to the bathroom for Foster when the man had already briskly emerged from the bathroom, his indifferent eyes carrying a hint of panic: "Have you seen my bracelet?""Was it this one?""It was this, thank you."Foster took the bracelet back and neatly placed it inside his pocket.That was the first time he saw Foster, and he only felt a chilling aura emanating from the man, devoid of any trace of vitality.Hannah swallowed and raised her hand to rub her eyelids. "So, how did you end up working for him?"After my mother passed away, I was chased by loan sharks and evicted by my landlord. With only ten dollars, I went to the bar where I worked part-time to spend the night. That evening, Mr. Carroway got drunk and had his wallet stolen. He fought with the person who took it, and I saw someone pull out a gun and point it at Mr. Carroway.Joe reminisced about the past, saying, "Not two days after that day, Mr. Carroway drove to the bar to find
"I understood how you felt, and you didn't need to explain to me. You grew up, and you had your own judgment. Brother believes in you."This was probably a moment of warmth for Hannah in her anxious day. She covered her face and took a moment to relax. "I'm going to wash my face."Eden sighed as he watched Hannah's figure disappear.He indeed looked down on Foster, but now that Foster is in trouble, he doesn't want to rub salt in Hannah's wound.Hesitating, Eden had already taken out his phone and made a call to his secretary.Eden's secretary knew that he was going to have dinner with Hannah tonight. When she received the call just now, she thought that Eden had finished so quickly, and couldn't help but be surprised, saying, "Mr. Howell?""Help me check something.""You said.""Foster was involved in a car accident last night. Can you please check for me if those people were responsible for the accident?"Eden's secretary was somewhat shocked, both by Foster's car accident and by th
Hannah kept her head down and remained silent. Eden's patience ran out, "Hannah, you're not a child anymore, you're thirty years old. Uncle and Aunt love you, and you should also understand them. Let's not even talk about whether Foster is worthy of you or not. He deceived you out of a large sum of money and disappeared for over three years. He is not someone who truly cares for you."The waiter pushed the food cart over, Eden pursed her lips and fell silent.Hannah took a deep breath. She knew everything Eden said, and she had no intention of getting back together with Foster. In fact, even before today, she had already prepared to throw away everything they had once had and move on.But unfortunately, at that very moment, he had a car accident.She also didn't know how to describe her feelings. Fear had already taken up most of it, with reason and pain pulling in opposite directions. She was caught in the middle, feeling like her head was about to explode."Let's eat first."Eden si
Joe went home at noon and took some clean clothes. These days, he planned to stay at the hotel across the street from the hospital.Just as he returned to the ICU, he saw Hannah walking out of the elevator.Joe was somewhat surprised and quickly sat up from his chair, "Ms. Howell?"Hannah nodded and handed him the anklet she had in her hand, saying, "This is Dominic, Foster gave it to me before, it's been blessed, you can put it on him later."She didn't want to say more, so she put down the ankle chain and left.Joe didn't know what to ask either, so he had to take the chain.The nurse came over and let him go into the ICU to talk to Foster. Joe removed the poison from the red string that Hannah gave him and took it with him into the ICU.Foster still didn't wake up, the instruments showed everything was normal, but he still didn't wake up.After the nurse left, Joe took the red rope and looped it around Foster's left hand.He didn't know what to say either, so Joe stood for a moment
But she couldn't control it at all, tears just fell down from the corners of her eyes, as if they were free.Hannah couldn't suppress her emotions any longer. She immediately squatted down, burying her head between her legs, and started sobbing softly.How did he become like this?In the spacious ICU room, there was only the sound of Hannah's sobbing.After crying for a while, Hannah finally gritted her teeth to calm herself down.She didn't have any tissues, her palms and the back of her hands were covered in tears, so she had to lift her skirt and wipe the tears off her face. Only then did she stand up again and look at Foster on the sickbed, choking up as she spoke, "The doctor said you have no will to live, and I don't know why you suddenly lost your will to live. You did so much for your family's sake, why would you give up now?"At this point, Hannah choked back her tears and felt a surge of grievances: "You abandoned me without a second thought back then, all for the sake of yo