Kayla’s POVI stared in surprise at Nathan outside the car window, too shocked to respond to him. Instead, I turned to look at Harrison by my side.As expected, Harrison's expression had turned dark. He pressed a button, and then he stared at Nathan outside, his eyes conveying a dangerous message.The window lowered at a steady pace, and my heart was racing even faster. The two men glared at each other as if preparing for an invisible war."Do you know what you're doing?" Harrison was the first to speak. "If you don't want trouble, you better leave.""Well, Mr. Morris, you're the one who parked your car outside my company building. In my territory, the one who should leave isn't me."Faced with Harrison's threat, Nathan didn't back down. He even quickly put on a smile and once again directed his gaze at me."Kayla, to show our appreciation for your excellent interview article, we're having a meeting today to discuss future work and we've organised a celebration for you. Get out of the
Kayla’s POVLuckily, everything went smoothly at work today. My interview article received praise from the editor-in-chief. The production of the first issue of the magazine is halfway to success. Next week, we'll announce our theme to the public and do a photoshoot with Harrison, then we'll just wait to reap the 'fruits' of our labor.At 5 o'clock in the afternoon, I finished my work, picked up Daisy from daycare, and took the bus back home. As I held Daisy's small hand and walked with laughter on the semi-hill road in Westminster, an unexpected visitor was waiting for us at the front gate of our villa."Oh, Kayla! Daisy! You're finally back!" Amber, leaning against the wall, immediately stood up and rushed over to give us a hug."What are you doing here?"I looked at Amber, who seemed a bit weary, with a puzzled expression. Before I could ask her more questions, I quickly took out my keys from my bag and opened the front door."Come in! Do you need some water, Amber?"As soon as Amb
Amber’s POVAll my emotions today disappeared the moment I saw Peter.He was still the same, standing at the door in an impeccably tailored suit, exuding grace and poise, his face forever adorned with a calm and gentle smile.I had come to Kayla's house secretly, and no one knew why I had suddenly disappeared.I thought Peter would be angry when he saw me, but he still maintained his politeness and decorum.His presence seemed to be a wake-up call for me, like a gust of cold wind.I instantly realized how immature I had been. With our wedding, many nobles and business magnates came to our city.It was a great opportunity for both our families to engage in socializing and expand our business and political influences.As the future alpha and luna, Peter and I needed to engage in various social activities with them.We had to converse with everyone over jewelry and champagne, gathering useful information and support. For the upper echelons of society, relationships were like a web.Every
Amber’s POVPeter carried me into the bedroom with brisk strides and gently placed me on the bed.I lay on the soft, spacious bed, gazing into Peter's deepening desire-filled eyes.Our gazes became locked, and our breaths grew heavier.I nervously swallowed, restraining the fear in my heart, silently reminding myself."This is my marriage, my responsibility."But no matter how I reminded myself, I, who had never even had a boyfriend, was still trembling with nervousness.Fortunately, Peter didn't exhibit an overly urgent possessiveness.Seemingly concerned about my shyness, he gently stroked my hair and tenderly asked, "Do you need the lights off?"I hesitated for a moment, then nodded, "Yes."Peter reached over to turn off the lights, and I took a deep breath to calm my emotions.But as I exhaled, the room suddenly plunged into darkness. In an instant, my surroundings turned pitch black, and my senses became heightened.Peter lowered his body, his tall and strong frame enveloping me.
Harrison’s POV"I've told you before, mom, I have plans for the evening..."I made a conscious effort to suppress the annoyance and anxiety brought on by work as I pushed open the door to the VIP room.The first person I saw wasn't my mother, Blair, but a woman who stood up nervously as the door creaked open.I took a moment to study her somewhat familiar face before shifting my gaze to my mother."Oh, Harrison, I forgot to introduce you. This is Olivia Russell. Her father was your father's beta. You two met when you were kids. You remember her, don't you?" Blair said."I'm sorry, but I have no recollection," I replied, paying no mind to my mother's embarrassed expression as I took a seat across the long table."Well, it's been many years, and it's perfectly normal that you don't remember her," Blair reassured Olivia, who had turned pale and returned to her seat."After all, you were both very young at the time. Olivia was sent abroad by her father when your father had his troubles, a
Kayla’s POVTo celebrate the successful completion of the interview feature, Lilian hosted a dinner for all the editors at an upscale private restaurant.Despite having both Lilian and CEO Nathan present, it was already after working hours, and everyone was in good spirits, which quickly relaxed the initially tense atmosphere at the table.Even the usually serious Lilian raised her glass and shared jokes with everyone."Thanks to Kayla's hard work, we've created an almost perfect debut interview for Dawn Fashion Magazine. Now, let's raise our glasses to her dedication. May our magazine skyrocket to success!""Cheers!"With Lilian's words, even Amanda, who had been sitting beside me with a disdainful expression, had to stand up with everyone and clink glasses with me."No wonder they say the fashion industry is all about looks over talent," Amanda sneered, twisting her lips and looking at me with an eerie tone."But congratulations, Kayla. After all, I don't have the courage to risk be
Olivia's POVI had used the excuse of going to the restroom to momentarily escape from Rick and found myself alone in a corner of the hallway, witnessing Harrison's actions.As I had expected, right after Rick and I left, Harrison immediately walked towards Kayla Reeves at the end of the corridor, even embracing her tightly!I was shocked beyond words. I bit down on my lower lip, inadvertently tasting the blood in my mouth, as I struggled to keep from making a sound.How could a woman who had given birth, a single mother abandoned by her man, be deserving of Harrison Morris?Thinking back to Harrison's earlier aloof and irritated demeanor towards me, the jealousy burning in my heart intensified, becoming more scorching and consuming.My gaze shifted towards the VIP room we had left behind. I pondered how I could seize the opportunity when Harrison wasn't paying attention and slip inside to inform Blair, Harrison's mother, about the current situation.However, before I could find the r
Kayla’s POVI gradually awakened from my drunken stupor, feeling a sudden jolt.I struggled to resist the drowsiness and forced my eyes open.Above me was Harrison, his jaw adorned with a faint stubble.I gazed at him for a while before realizing that he was currently holding me in his arms."I... Where are you taking me?"Harrison stared ahead at the road, his tone calm as he replied, "Home."I turned my head, trying to discern the surroundings, but my blurry vision didn't provide a clear answer.I searched my foggy mind for the source of my unease, and then a flashing idea struck me."Daisy!" I shouted loudly, "No, this isn't Daisy's place. This isn't my home."My struggles had no effect on the strong Harrison.He carried me into a room in the villa, gently placing me on a soft, large bed."Somebody is taking care of Daisy. If you want, I can have her brought over right now, to stay at my place. Would you like that?" Harrison's voice was low, husky, and filled with a dangerous under
Ely's eyes widened in disbelief when Daisy told Ely about Pearl's blind date.Daisy put her hands on her hips and shouted, "go and get her back quickly. I want her to be my sister-in-law. She can't marry anyone else."Ely had no idea why Pearl would go on a blind date.Last week, they were sleeping together.Pearl had refused to see him for some reason this week, but he thought she just needed time to come to terms with the change. He thought he had Pearl, but Pearl was seeing other men.He couldn't accept it. He had to ask for an answer.He grabbed the car keys off the table and ran out.Daisy put her hand to her mouth in the shape of a trumpet and shouted at his back, "Come On!"……Pearl was sitting in a quiet corner of the cafe, listening to the introduction of the young man sitting across from her.This man is an ideal husband. His father is a senior manager at a consulting firm in Seattle, and his mother is a doctor. He is a warm, handsome, gentle Stanford graduate who is now the
"Please go back. My sister doesn't want to see you." Eva's tone was a bit harsh, and she stood at the door, blocking Ely's entry."Eva, please let me in. I have something to say to Pearl," Ely implored Eva. He's obviously not sleeping well, and he's got a little stubble on his chin.Eva, always soft and gentle, looked at Ely, who had taken care of her since childhood, and said angrily, "Don't come looking for my sister! I've never seen her so sad. She's been locked in her room for three days!"Hearing the news, Ely became even more worried. "I was wrong. I want to apologize to her."Ely steps forward, trying to get into the house, but Eva refuses to step aside. "I would never let you in today."Eva turned and ran into the house, locking the door behind her.Ely stood there, looking up at the window in Pearl's room.Her room was dark.What's she doing? Is she crying?Ely tries to break in again, but Ulric calls out behind him, "You're not seeing her today. Please go home."Ely turned.
15 years later,"Have you thought about it?" Ely raised his eyes and asked with a gentle smile. "would you like to bet with me?""Why not? We've been betting all my life, and I hardly ever lose." Pearl sneered at him contemptuously. "But I'll up the ante: If I win, you give me your medical project."Ely remained calm. "Pearl, I don't remember you being interested in a medical project.""Nonsense! Just say whether you bet or not!""I'll bet," Ely laughed. " But I'm going to raise the stakes too.""Say it!""How about a night with me?" Ely, the new Evans CEO, changed his gentle smile, leaned over, and whispered in her ear, "If you lose, sleep with me."Pearl wanted to scratch his face with the fork she was holding. But his face attracted many women in the city crazy, she did not dare to hurt him, only glare at him.Ely smiled with pleasure and waited patiently for her answer."OK," Pearl said, gritting her teeth.She's gonna win.……Pearl came back to the company.After dealing with a f
Pearl was so happy after Gwen gave birth to the twins that she shared the good news with all her friends at school.Every day after school, she would rush out of class, get in her car, put on her seat belt, and say to the driver, "I'm going home to look after my mommy and Carl and Ava."Carl and Eva are the names Pearl gave the newborn babies. She picked them out at the first glance of Ulric's long list of names."Carl, Eva. I like those two names." Pearl doesn't like complicated names."Okay," Ulric touched her head. "You're the big sister now. This is your first successful task: name your little brother and sister."Pearl looked up with pride. She wanted to be a big sister. It would give her a sense of accomplishment.Eva is an introverted, quiet girl. She became Pearl's little tail when she could walk, smiled shyly at Pearl's words, and seldom cried.Pearl was very fond of Eva. She often kissed Eva. "Oh, Eva, you're as cute as a Daddy Doll. I don't want you to grow up. I want you t
After learning that Gwen had fainted, Ulric immediately suspended a meeting with a wealthy Middle Eastern businessman and rushed out of the conference room."Sorry, my wife is in the hospital now."An hour later, Ulric appeared at the door of the hospital room, panting.Gwen has always been a healthy and energetic person, and she rarely fell ill. For as long as Ulric could remember, Gwen only had stomach pains when she ate erratically, but since her stomach had recovered a lot under his care, Ulric couldn't understand why she fainted.Is she sick? And he was such a careless husband that he didn't even notice it."Gwen!" Ulric yelled as he pushed open the door.But there was no one in the room, just Gwen's Hermès bag on the sofa.Ulric's mind was more disturbed, and he wanted to see her now, to make sure she was all right.“There you are.” Gwen's voice rang behind him."Oh, honey, are you okay?" Ulric held her shoulders nervously, his eyes wandering over her body.Gwen looked no differ
Zora is not the only one who is preparing for pregnancy, but also Gwen.Pearl is now 4 years old. She has been a lively and outgoing girl since she was a child and likes to make friends. As long as she plays with her friends, she is willing to share all her toys and likes to kiss her friends.Gwen didn't understand her daughter's behavior. She asked Pearl, "Honey, why did you kiss them?""Because I love them. Daddy loves Mommy, so you kiss every day. I love my friends, and I want to kiss them," said Pearl happily."Well... Pearl, there's a difference between a kiss between me and Your Daddy," said Gwen, holding her forehead."Why?" Pearl looked at her with big, innocent eyes.Gwen was speechless. She didn't know how to explain it to Pearl. Come on, Pearl's just a kid. A kiss between kids is a sign of friendship. She doesn't have to be nervous."You can kiss your friends, but you have to get permission first. If a strange person kisses you, you have to say NO, okay?""Yes, Mommy." Pear
Three years later.Cecil is unhappy these days because he learns from his assistant that there is a man who likes to appear in front of Zora lately.Although Zora and he had gotten married 3 months ago. He had already put a diamond ring on her finger, but he was still nervous whenever a man peeked at Zora.He picked up the information his assistant had gathered about the man and flipped through it carefully.Huh! He remembers this boy called Claude. Four years ago, when Zora first moved to Los Angeles, he asked Zora to watch a game with him. Although he showed up just in time to bring Zora's attention back to him, he still remembered the threat this man brought to him.A sunny, handsome, athletic football quarterback.Both he and Zora have graduated. Zora is now an independent curator, and Claude is a professional football player.Zora had already forgotten about him, but last week his team made a deal with Zora's studio, so the guy named Claude started coming around to Zora under var
Liam sat on the couch, browsing through the report his assistant had sent him before turning off his phone and leaning back on the couch, with his eyes closed.He had to admit that he was getting older. When he was younger, he could lead an army for three days in the desert or rainforest without feeling sleepy, but now his energy was getting worse. After some travel today, he now feels tired.Since the surgery, his body has become weaker. But as special forces general, he would rather die in battle than become an old man who is taken care of.Getting old is a cruel thing for a general.Liam coughed a few times and he pulled out his pocket watch. It was time to take his medicine.He took out a bottle with medicine, read the label the doctor put on it carefully, and then took a few pills.It was in this quiet room that Liam let go of his pride and showed a sense of loneliness and weakness.There was a knock at the door. The sound starts with some urgency, then becomes regular.Liam stra
Ulric's uncle, Liam Rockefeller, came to Los Angeles alone, and he didn't tell Ulric ahead of time.Last year, to defeat Richard, Ulric called him to find help.Even though they hadn't spoken in years, Liam recognized the phone number at first glance. He pressed the answer button, "Hello?""Uncle, this is Ulric," Ulric spoke a little hesitantly, not as decisively as he usually did."I know, is there anything I can do to help?" Liam changed his old authoritarian and angry voice to a gentle one. He knew Ulric must be in a difficult situation, otherwise, he wouldn't have called him, especially since he was so proud."I have a good friend, you know, Vince, who has been in trouble lately," Ulric said.Ulric and Vince grew up together in New York, and Liam knew Vince and liked him a lot."Oh, that guy, what's wrong?" Liam frowned. If there was one thing that Ulric and Vince couldn't solve, it had to be tricky. Oh, God, he hoped the two lads wouldn't suffer.Ulric had told his uncle what hap