At that moment, Xyla Quest suddenly felt a warmth in her heart.Not only did the man she loved offered her the best in the world, but he could even see through her pretense at one glance.“To be honest, I was perturbed too… But I didn’t want to express it in front of you, and I didn’t dare to tell you too much either…” Stanley Batton added.At that moment, Xyla’s heart felt even warmer.Xyla could relate to everything he said, and she had already guessed it…He only behaved this way because he didn’t want to make her feel more nervous.He wanted to make her feel that the situation wasn’t as bad as it seemed.“Honey, can I ask you a question?” Xyla asked.“Go ahead…” Stanley said.“What if the miracle doctor, Yaksha, told us that my condition was severe, and I might die in a short period? What would you do?” Xyla asked.When Stanley heard this, his heart suddenly convoluted painfully.He frowned deeply. “Don’t say nonsense like that. This hypothesis doesn’t exist…” He serious
After standing up, Xyla Quest subconsciously brushed her buttocks. She was afraid dust might have been stuck on her.Stanley Batton picked up her white satin robe on the ground and gently put it on her.Throughout the entire process, he didn’t let her move at all.At this moment, Xyla was like a baby being taken care of by him…Suddenly, Xyla couldn’t help but think that he was such a good caretaker. If they had a daughter in the future, would he be this gentle with their daughter?By then, would he become the most loving father in Atlantis?When Xyla thought of this, she subconsciously pictured Stanley with a doll-like little girl. She imagined him brushing her teeth, washing her face, putting clothes on her, and cooking for her.It was a wonderful thought.Xyla couldn’t help but smile widely.“What are you thinking about? Honey?” Sensing that Xyla had gotten lost in her thoughts, a curious look appeared in Stanley’s eyes.“Nothing… I just thought that you’re such a good hus
After walking for a long time, they finally arrived in front of Yaksha’s two-story, national-type burgundy villa.Right then, Yaksha was sitting in front of the main entrance reading a medical book.From afar, he seemed unusually tall, thin, and pallid. It was painful to look at.When Yaksha saw the two of them walking over, he instantly stood up and put the medical book down on his rosewood, national-style chair.When Xyla Quest and Yaksha’s eyes met, Xyla instantly smiled awkwardly. She then looked at Stanley Batton’s perfect jawline. “Put me down…”Stanley acted as if he hadn’t heard her. He carried her to Yaksha before reluctantly putting her down.At this moment, Xyla felt extremely embarrassed.However, Stanley behaved as if nothing had happened.When Yaksha saw the couple behaving in such a lovey-dovey manner, he instantly smiled.“Ms. Quest, if your deceased loved ones knew that you’re living so happily, they’d be happy too…” Yaksha said.Xyla nodded and smiled. “Yes…
On the way, Xyla Quest saw many familiar faces. However, she didn’t see the scarred bald man that had troubled her and Stanley Batton the most the other day.That man left a deep impression on Xyla.That was because she and Stanley had nearly lost their lives to him.Yaksha led them respectfully into the living room.A pot of tea had been brewed and left on a burgundy, rosewood, national-style coffee table.The teapot was transparent, and there was seemingly bitter, light green tea in it.After walking up to the coffee table, the three of them sat down.This time, Yaksha sat on his own on the single sofa.Meanwhile, Xyla and Stanley sat next to each other on the long sofa.As soon as Yaksha sat down, he picked up the teapot and poured each of them a cup of bitter-looking tea.The light scent of tea filled their nostrils. It had a calming effect.“Have some of this bitter tea. It’ll cool you down, and it’s good for your body…” Yaksha slowly picked up the cup of bitter tea in
“In fact, some of the stronger ghosts could even tell that I saw them when I looked at them. Hence, they started asking me for all kinds of favors…“There were all sorts of strange requests. There were also many kinds of strange ghosts. In fact, there were even vengeful ghosts with their bodies covered in blood.“However, they’ve only ever asked me for help, and they’ve never hurt me. After that, I stopped feeling afraid, and I started to get used to these eyes.“Back when I was eighteen, I worked as an apprentice for a doctor. Back then, my master often sent me to gather herbs in the mountains.“There was once when I bumped into Paracelsus while I was gathering herbs. We got along right away, and he taught me many things.“After that, he even introduced me to Oribasius, Herophilos, and Michael Servetus.“Because of their guidance, my medical skills improved drastically…“Within five years, I became a miracle doctor that people often mentioned,” Yaksha said, recalling the past.
“Back then, I asked him about cultivation. However, he told me I couldn’t start cultivating yet… That’s because I did too many evil deeds in my past life…“Hence, I asked about my past life. He told me that I was a tyrant in my past life, and I had killed countless ordinary citizens as well as loyal subordinates…“That’s why I need to do some good deeds to atone for my sins gradually. That’s the only way I can start cultivating…“Not only that, but he even implanted in my brain memories of my past life as an emperor…“He also taught me how to check my karmic points. It’s the same method as I taught you to check your spiritual energy points…“Back then, I saw that my karmic point was at 100%... The entire karmic bar was black…“I immediately asked him how to clear off the karmic points, and he told me that one way to do so was to help heaven by assisting resentful spirits to move on…“I’d have to carry out some of their wishes before getting rid of their resentment. After that, I
“To exact revenge on that man, she used magic to flip the high-speed rail over… There are many more incidents like this in our country…“To be honest, a lot of the incidents you’ve seen were caused by reasons as such… I didn’t know about this either. I only found out from a resentful spirit when I started helping resentful spirits to reincarnate,” Yaksha said each word carefully as he told Xyla Quest and Stanley the stories related to himself.By the end of the stories, Xyla and Stanley both felt goosebumps all over.“For every resentful spirit I help to reincarnate, a catastrophe could be avoided in the human world… I think it is more meaningful this way,” Yaksha added.Xyla nodded gently…“In that case… Do you reckon that my husband and I can’t start cultivating for the same reason? Was it because the two of us did too many terrible deeds in our past lives?” Xyla asked.“Yes… Both of you were indebted in your past lives. If you want to cultivate, you must first pay off your kar
“In that case, is it convenient for you to tell us whether we are indebted to the same person? If this person comes to us for debt collection, how would he do it?” Xyla Quest had a curious look in her eyes.“Hmm… It’s the same person… As for what method this person would use to collect the debt, I have no idea. However, if this person shows up, you two will certainly be deeply troubled,” Yaksha said.“You will both go through a lot of treacherous trials… And tribulations,” Yaksha added with a sigh.His words caused Xyla and Stanley Batton’s hearts to clench tightly at the same time…“If this person doesn’t appear now, I’m guessing he’ll show up in a few years. Don’t worry. Once your debts are paid off, everything will be fine…“After your debts are paid off, you’ll be able to start cultivating… When the time comes, I’ll teach you the method of cultivation,” Yaksha said earnestly as he tried to console them.He understood their current feelings very well.Xyla nodded gently. “Hmm
Xyla quickly reached for Hannah’s hand. “Is that right? Hannah, you’re amazing…! You’re practically on par with Leon!”Hannah laughed, slightly embarrassed. “Not at all.”“Oh, cut it out. If you hadn’t helped me, how could I have improved so quickly?” Leon chuckled.“I guess I’ve lived up to my promise.” Hannah giggled along.Back then, she had promised Leon that she would become someone deserving of him.She claimed that she would grow with Leon.Without a doubt, she had done it.Now, Hannah had become a successful woman many would often speak of. She earned her rightful seat next to Leon as the CEO of Dragon Group.Stanley also turned to look at Hannah. “Yes, Hannah’s very capable. She’s our family pride.”Hannah laughed. “I was lucky to be accepted by your family.”In fact, Hannah genuinely felt grateful toward the Batton family over the years she had spent with them.They had helped her through all the hardship she encountered when she was poor and down on her luck.Aft
“Hannah, I’ve taken the first step for you. Are you willing to walk by my side for the rest of our lives?” Leon asked, serious.“Yes, I am…” Hannah answered without missing a beat.“I’ll protect you. From now on, you don’t have to worry about a single thing.” With that, Leon placed both hands on Hannah’s face and kissed her on the lips.The moment their lips touched, everything felt surreal…Hannah could feel pink, light bubbles floating all around her. It felt as if all the flowers in the world were blossoming at once.In Hannah’s dark, depressing life, Leon was her only salvation.He was a ray of hope that led her out of hell, so she could see light once more.Hannah thought she would never have anything to do with Leon after she quit school.Even until now, she still remembered how sorrowful she was on her last day of school.But now… Not only did she get the opportunity to interact with him once more, but they also became a couple.Their driver sighed to himself while
Over time, Leon’s feelings for Hannah grew deeper, stronger, and more intense.He had grown used to having her with him all the time.Thus, he hoped she would stay by his side for the rest of his life.Upon hearing his words, Hannah’s mind went blank.What did her dream guy just say?Was she dreaming?Hannah quickly pinched her palm at the thought in an attempt to discern between dream and reality.Her palm hurt. That meant this wasn’t a dream. It was real!Hannah felt even more dumbfounded…This meant Leon actually liked her! He was confessing to her, wasn’t he?Did her dream guy actually reciprocate her feelings?Never in her wildest dreams did Hannah imagine she would go through such an experience.Excitement jammed her mind, so much that she was rendered speechless. There were many things she wanted to say, and yet, she couldn’t utter a single word.Her heartbeat increased rapidly, and her entire body began to shake. Sensing her trembling body, Leon tightened his e
Immediately after, the men in black pulled out guns from their pockets, which they aimed at Raymond’s head.Raymond panicked instantly, going pale.He subconsciously retreated a step back. “Who are you? Don’t you know what you’re doing is illegal?”Leon sneered. “You don’t deserve to know my name. In this city, I am the law.”Leon’s domineering words made him seem even more imposing.At this moment, Hannah felt as if he was a guardian angel sent from Heaven to protect her.Something about him seemed oddly sacred and heavenly.“Mr. Batton, do I shoot him in the head?” One of the men dressed in black asked.“Mr. Batton? Are you Stanley Batton’s son?!” Fear was beginning to spread through Raymond. For one to have Batton as his surname and act this arrogantly in Atlantis, he could be none other than a member of the renowned Batton family.“How dare you address our president by name?!” Another man in black leveled Raymond with a chilling glare.Suffice to say, Raymond was terrif
Terrible pain ached at every part of Hannah’s body as she collided with the cold, hard ground.The pain was such that all her bones felt close to breaking. Everywhere hurt badly.At that moment, Hannah felt like a fragile doll made of clay that had been forcefully slammed hard against the ground until it broke into small pieces.Her mind went blank from the stinging agony.She braced herself and looked at the cold eyes staring back at her, filled with terror. Stammering, she asked, “Mr. Gray… What is the meaning of this?” “What’s the meaning of this? Ha! Don’t you know what’s good for you? You dumb b*tch… You’re lucky that I set my sights on you!”“How dare you refuse my feelings! Not just that, but you even made up a story to deceive me!”“Even when you saw me, you tried to trick me again!”“Do you think I’m stupid? That I can’t think? Do you honestly think I’d fall for your lies again and again?” Raymond went, his tone steadily rising into a furious roar.He then got on o
Although the sun had long sunk beneath the horizons and darkness had set in, the lively city wasn’t about to be silent anytime soon. Hannah felt deeply unsettled, so much that she didn’t leave right away.Instead, she waited in front of the bar, filled with hesitance and anxiety.Should she really leave?Would Rihanna truly be able to sort things out?The man was Raymond Gray… Neither Rihanna nor the bar could afford to upset him, lest they face terrible repercussions.Hannah remained standing on the same spot, uncertain. She really didn’t know what to do.Finally, she came to a decision. She took out her phone and tapped open a ride-hailing application on her phone.Yet just as she did that, she instantly closed it. Afterwards, she began pacing back and forth in worried circles, going to and fro aimlessly. Right as she was trapped in her worried musings, a group of people exited the bar. Raymond Gray, dressed in black, sporty attire, led all of them in a flamboyant manner.
A handsome waiter quickly walked in and looked at Rihanna. “Ms. Jensen, Mr. Gray out there insists that Hannah should get on stage to sing another song. I told him that Hannah would only sing three songs today…”“He lost his temper and claimed he’d destroy our bar if Hannah refuses to sing another song…” The waiter added. He was visibly trembling by the end of the sentence.Hannah figured Mr. Gray was probably the only son of the new mayor of Atlantis there weren’t many people with Gray as their surname in Atlantis. There were even less people who were arrogant like him. He was the only one.Hannah had heard about how terrible this person could be. He was known to be a womanizer too.Due to his powerful background, he looked down on everyone else. He didn’t respect women at all… Moreover, he had a relatively cruel personality. One could almost describe him as being a pervert.There was once when an owner of a bar offended a female internet celebrity he was dating. He directly hired
Hannah Roland smiled politely at Lina Cohen. “Nice to meet you… Thank you in advance!”“No problem… Do let me know if there’s anything you don’t like about your makeup too,” Lina said.Hannah nodded. “Okay, sure…”“By the way… Do all the signers here get such good treatment? I’m surprised we’re even assigned our own makeup artists,” Hannah asked carefully as she wasn’t aware about things like these..However, Lina smiled without answering Hannah’s question directly. She held Hannah’s hand casually the next second, “Come here. I’ll start doing your makeup now…”Hannah nodded…Lina was a very professional makeup artist. She took an hour to finish Hannah’s makeup.An hour later, Hannah’s appearance transformed completely.Lina permed Hannah’s long, black hair into natural-looking curls.Hannah had intricate peach-colored makeup on her face which made her appear lively and youthful.Once Lina was done with Hannah’s makeup, she happily retrieved a long, white dress from a clothes
Hannah Roland smiled without saying anything.***Hannah arrived at the bar where she worked at seven o’clock the next evening and walked into Rihanna Jensen’s office.Rihanna was going through paperwork in her office. When she saw Hannah, she immediately stood up and smiled at her. “Hannah, you’re here…”“Here’s the contract…” Rihanna said before pushing a thick stack of paper to the center of the table.Hannah quickly stepped forward and skimmed through the document. She then picked up a pen and signed it…Rihanna smiled upon seeing this. “Okay… I’ll transfer the money into your account tonight… I’ve told our big boss about your situation. He’s fine with my decision to pay your salary in advance. In fact, he even told me I did a good job…”“He said you can sing without worrying about a single thing… If you need any help in the future, do let us know…” Rihanna added.Hannah felt glad when she heard this, and became teary-eyed. “Thank you… Please thank our big boss for me too.