Philip suppressed the bitterness in his heart and asked considerately, "Mel, do you mind? If you do, we can change to another restaurant." "No need, this one's fine. It's just a meal anyway. It doesn't matter where we eat," Melody replied.The owner scratched the back of his head in confusion as he watched them. Had he misunderstood something?The waiter seated Melody and Philip at a table.The so-called couple's table had champagne roses and candles, with pink tables and chairs, all illuminated by a dim purple light, creating an atmosphere of romantic bubbles.Melody merely glanced briefly, and then withdrew her gaze. For her, as long as there was food, it was fine. Thankfully, she wasn't having this meal with Christopher. Otherwise, she didn't know how he'd tease her again."Mel?" A gentle male voice pulled her thoughts back.Melody looked at Philip, a hint of confusion in her eyes. "What's wrong?"Philip pushed a menu towards her, slightly amused. "Let's order. You seeme
Natasha's lips twitched slightly, her eyes gradually becoming clearer. The hand gripping Christopher's coat tightened slowly, the clear lines of her fair, slender fingers becoming visible.Hearing her soft murmur, Christopher paused and turned to look at her. "What do you remember?""I heard Talia mentioned that... She said..." Natasha recalled a painful memory, closed her eyes briefly, her voice choked. "She said your childhood savior was Melody."This revelation was like a clap of thunder in a clear sky, deafening. Christopher's pupils suddenly contracted, and his black eyes filled with shock."What...did you say?" he murmured softly, urgency flickering in his eyes, as if seeking a certain answer."Talia said that the person who saved you when you were younger was Melody," she repeated. This time, her voice was much calmer and more earnest. "Chris, Melody is your savior, not Talia."Perhaps realizing her mistake, Natasha now addressed Melody with respect.Christopher seemed
Christopher was pushed back a little, and stared blankly at her. The disgust and aloofness on her face were unmistakable. Her words felt like sharp blades piercing into his heart.A sudden, low, and hoarse laughter escaped from his chest.Sure enough, Melody resented him. She wouldn't even admit she once saved him."Mel, do you still remember rescuing a young boy from a fire when you were young?"Stepping forward, he voluntarily sparked her memories."I don't remember. Who remembers childhood things?" she replied coldly, completely unconcerned about what he said.He sighed bitterly in his heart, and continued, "Over a decade ago, a mall caught fire, and you rescued a young boy from the blaze. I told you back then that I’d find you and repay you properly."Seemingly caught up in a painful memory, each word he spoke made his face a few shades paler. He closed his eyes.With every blink, fiery flames surrounded him, and a cacophony of noises filled his ears. Just as he thought t
Natasha gently tugged at Olivia's hand and explained in a low voice, "Mom, calm down. Don't be so biased against Mel. She's Chris's savior." Seeing the lingering watery gloss in Natasha’s eyes, Olivia was convinced that Melody had hurt her.Olivia, filled with indignation, spat with no reservation, "Natasha, your memory hasn't fully recovered yet. How can you speak up for this woman?" Then she looked at Melody, her gaze filled with an intense desire to cut Melody with a few sharp words."Harming my son wasn't enough for you, and now, you want to hurt my daughter? You're a malicious woman! Get out of here!" Olivia screamed.Already at her wit's end with her disgust for Melody, she couldn't care less about upholding her status as a high-society lady and blurted out whatever came to mind.Natasha widened her eyes, and let out a low growl. "Mom, please stop!" Melody watched Olivia, seething with anger, in silence. Her gaze gradually cooled down, and suddenly, she took a step forw
Christopher's jawline tensed as he put away the bracelet. He immediately stood up and headed to the hospital to check the surveillance footage.Upon seeing the footage of Melody fighting someone, Christopher clenched his teeth tightly. He wished he could rush in and tear that man into pieces.The nearby security guard was trembling in fear, not daring to even take a breath.Christopher's temples throbbed visibly, and his eyes turning crimson. He immediately called Isaiah."I don't know the specifics of what happened to Miss Nolan. She called me from the hospital parking lot and said she was attacked. The conversation was cut off by a noise. But she did send me her location earlier," Isaiah's panicked voice came through the receiver.With each word Isaiah spoke, the coldness in Christopher's eyes intensified, his joints turning unnaturally pale from the pressure."Send it to me!"Christopher located the area through the location sent by Melody. It was desolate except for her car.
Melody clenched her teeth and struggled against her restraints, but her limbs were tightly bound.Meanwhile, Christopher was frantically searching for any trace of her. Soon, a call came from Luke."Mr. Bolton, I retrieved the surveillance footage from Peace Street. After those men took Miss Nolan into their car, they changed vehicles midway. However, there's no surveillance beyond the route they took.""Where were they heading?" Christopher's expression was tense."To Sarstite Sea.""Have you found out who took her?" "For now, we haven't. The kidnapper seems to have some connection with Philip..." Luke cautiously spoke, sensing Christopher's anger even through the screen.Philip?Christopher's hawk-like eyes narrowed slightly, flashing a dangerous glint. "Send people over immediately!"Just then, Isaiah's call came in. "Mr. Bolton, have you found Miss Nolan's whereabouts?""We have. She’s been taken to the vicinity of Sarstite Sea," Christopher replied."Philip, Miss Nol
Melody's brow twitched."Capture the entire process of throwing her into the sea. I want the Nolan family to witness how their beloved Miss Melody meets her end at the bottom of the sea!" the man's voice gradually faded.Listening to the receding voice, Melody guessed that the man with the mechanical voice had departed."Hurry up and set up the camera. We need to record the whole process," a man said.The sea breeze blew as the normal-toned voice of the man beside Melody persisted. Her bound hands slowly crept into her pocket behind their blind spot.Back pressed against the ship's side, she strategically placed her hands out of their view. Struggling, Melody shifted her hand's position, the rope burns on her wrists marking red rings.She bit her lips, exerting herself, finally managing to reach the sachet in her pocket."Okay, throw her into the sea quickly so we can finish and leave," a man said.Hearing footsteps on the deck closing in, she gritted her teeth. When she was su
He had said it before that even if he had to risk his life, as long as she could forgive him, it wouldn't matter. Her being safe and sound was all that mattered.A figure in black charged forward, but Christopher swiftly kicked him to the ground.Turning to Philip, Christopher yelled, "Get her out of here now! If you don't leave, the three of us will die on this ship!"Seeing more people closing in behind them and the increasing blaze on the cruise ship, Philip clenched his teeth and grabbed Melody's hand. "Let's go. He can handle this."Melody's face went pale, trying to reach out for Christopher's hand. "We leave together!" Seeing her worried expression, Christopher smiled. He pushed Melody away gently. "Don't worry, I'll be fine."As she was pushed back a few steps, she looked up and saw that he was already engaged in a fight with the group.Lowering her gaze, she stared at the bracelet she had just taken off his wrist. A pink crystal glowing faintly. It was the same one she