Amelia had been looking for scripts to read these days. She had no idea that Liam almost turned against the Lancasters for her sake.After so many incidents, it was Amelia's first time calling Karl to offer her apologies.Karl thought that it was a pity, but he didn't coax her to return to the entertainment field. Instead, he said, "All the directors you've worked with have told me that you're a very intuitive actress. They like you a lot as well. I believe that if you keep advancing in the entertainment industry, you'll achieve a lot."You probably don't know this, but back when I heard that you were going into the entertainment field, my first reaction was to wonder when you would leave."Amelia smiled in surprise. "Really? Then why did you let me sign the contract?"Karl replied, "Because I still want to give it a try. No manager would decline an intuitive celebrity after all. Moreover, I know your identity. I know very well that if you persist, you'll have an extra advantage
"Amelia, you don't have to say such things to me. I never felt like you did anything wrong to me. Compared to the help I've given you, I feel like I've influenced and hurt you even more. I was the one who did you wrong."Eric didn't spell it out, but Amelia knew that he was referring to the incident that night.She hastily said, "No, you didn't do anything wrong to me at all!"Eric was surprised for a moment. Then, he asked carefully, "Amelia, have you thought things through? Have you decided that it's time for you to leave him?"Amelia was stunned for a while. She didn't expect Eric to misunderstand her like that. She hastily explained, "No, I don't mean it like that. What I meant was, the man who was with me that night wasn't you. So, you didn't do anything wrong to me."In her haste to explain, Amelia didn't think too much about it. She didn't wonder if Eric would doubt her if she said that. Or, in her subconscious mind, she thought that Eric trusted her, so he wouldn't doubt
"Mr. Prescott, on the day you returned from your business trip to Amerizon, Madam broke her promise and didn't meet you at the airport. I've found out the reason for that."When Liam received the call, he had just returned to Luxury Gardens and hadn't gotten out of the car yet."Oscar had asked Madam to meet up. They met at the cafe under your name."Liam couldn't help but raise an eyebrow. The cafe mentioned was considered one of the best places in terms of privacy in Sableton. People who chose to meet up there would either have extremely important matters to discuss, or relationships they didn't want people to find out."Have you figured out what they talked about?" Liam had thought about it. Back then, Amelia seemed to be more troubled than usual. There were a few occasions when she looked at him as if she had something to say too.But she seemed to be worried about something, and in the end, she didn't say anything. It might have something to do with that meeting at the ca
Amelia was watching the TV when she was suddenly pulled into a warm embrace.Startled, she was about to struggle when she heard Liam's pained voice ringing out, "Lia, I'm sorry. I'm so sorry. Please forgive me."Amelia blinked. What was going on? What was he asking her to forgive him for?He should at least explain it better!She was about to ask Liam when she felt something wet on her neck.Was he crying?When she noticed that, she didn't dare move.Liam had always been a proud man. Would he cry in front of her?Then, Liam hugged her even tighter, as if he was trying to meld her into his body."Um, can you let go of me first? I'm suffocating here!" Amelia exclaimed.Liam's body stiffened, but he didn't let go of her. He only relaxed his arms a little so that she wouldn't suffer."Did something happen?" Amelia asked softly after calming down.Liam didn't answer. He could sense her concern from her gentle words and savored it thoroughly. Her simple kindness was also a si
Those simple words caused tears to stream down Amelia's face.After she had been misunderstood for so long, her name was finally cleared. The chains that seemed to be weighing her down were instantly broken as well.She was overcome with emotion. She felt as if her life was spared after a disaster.Liam hugged her, patting her on the back as he constantly apologized, "I'm sorry, it's all my fault. I didn't protect you well enough, and that's why you fell into someone's trap! I wasn't good enough. I didn't believe you, and that's why you had to endure so much mistreatment."I promise you, I won't let you be mistreated ever again!"Amelia didn't respond, but every single sentence was embedded deep into her heart."Then … Did you figure out who plotted against us?" She looked at Liam, eager to know if the culprit was the person she was suspecting.Because of her question, Liam felt his heart sinking a little."It was Hannah." He stated.Amelia noticed that he had said "Hannah", n
"Because we were all drugged and unconscious, Hannah noticed that something went awry in her plans. So before we woke up, she tricked us again."Amelia had guessed that early on."Damn it, how shameless can she be?" Amelia cursed.Liam could only smile bitterly.Noticing that Liam wasn't agreeing with her, Amelia remembered about him growing up with Hannah. She couldn't help but say with jealousy, "Are you still thinking of ways to defend her? Maybe you'll find an excuse and say that she loved you too much, so she was forced to do this.""Lia, that's a false accusation." Liam responded.He had a hurt look on his face. "I do admit that I can't quite come to terms with this result. After all, I grew up with her, and I never thought that her personality would change so drastically. In my memories, she has always been a woman who treats animals with kindness and loves to act like a spoiled child around me and her family."Amelia frowned, putting on an upset expression. "Aren't you
"As far as I know, there's a woman who has been pursuing Eric. If you keep holding on to Liam and refuse to acknowledge Eric's status, he might be taken away by someone else. You'll be sad then, won't you?" Hannah said.She continued, "If you give Liam back to me, I'll give you a large sum of money. You can go back to Eric with that money and everyone will be happy. Isn't that good?" Hannah spoke with a serious expression. She appeared to be genuinely concerned for Amelia's well-being.Amelia really couldn't imagine how shameless she could be."That's your wish. It has nothing to do with other people. I didn't even pursue the matter of you framing me, so don't appear in front of me again!" Amelia exclaimed.Otherwise, she really didn't know what she might do to vent the grievances she'd endured for so long."Amelia, why are you behaving like this? Didn't your grandparents teach you manners? Liam belongs to Hannie. If it weren't for her going abroad, you wouldn't have had the chanc
Amelia had also fantasized about what she would do if she ever met that woman one day.She had imagined many ways they might encounter each other, but she never expected it to happen like this.It turned out that even between a mother and a daughter, recognition didn't always happen at first sight.No, perhaps it just didn't happen at first sight to her.Amelia recalled the time she saw Monica at the hospital with Hannah. She had marveled at Monica's care and love for Hannah. She had never thought that they were blood-related."Amelia, if you still have a sense of shame and want to acknowledge me as your mother, you should give Liam back to Hannie!" Monica started accusing Amelia again before Amelia could even fully comprehend the news. "You're just a country girl, you don't deserve to be with Liam! He married you just to spite Hannie. The two of you are fundamentally incompatible. You won't be happy if you force yourselves to be together!" Monica said.Amelia felt bitter liste
Although Nathan was only a little over two years old, he was very smart.He once saw Liam's photo on Amelia's phone and started to stubbornly ask if that was his father. She didn't want to lie to him and thinking that they wouldn't meet Liam abroad, she admitted it to Nathan.She didn't expect him to remember it and asked to see Liam's photos every day. That was how he recognized Liam immediately upon meeting him for the first time.Amelia had discovered her pregnancy before she left the country and chose to keep it a secret. After giving birth to her son, she named him Nathan Jenson.Three years later, Amelia returned for Peter's birthday and left Nathan with her mentor, Tolkin. She then planned to go abroad again after establishing her office in the country. But she didn't expect Liam to find out about Nathan and bring him back.After dinner, Amelia grabbed a coat for Nathan, thinking that the rooftop garden might be windy. She then brought him to the garden after playin
Karen passed away three days after Independence Day. Fortunately, Leona managed to return a day before Karen passed.As she stood beside Leona, Amelia smelled a strong scent coming from her. The perfume was so pungent that it made Amelia frown.This time, Leona wasn't wearing glasses, and her movements were unimpeded. Amelia knew that her eyes had already recovered for some time. It was just that Leona simply kept pretending.During the funeral, Leona occasionally glared fiercely at Amelia, which unsettled her. But fortunately, Liam was always by her side. Even if Amelia ignored him, he stayed with her. Especially when Leona looked at her, he would sternly return the gaze.Amelia could see that Leona still harbored resentment against her, but with Liam by her side, Leona didn't dare to do anything.After the funeral, Liam asked someone to take Leona away again. Amelia then saw the maid who took Leona away pinch her unkindly."That's the maid that's always taken care of
James spoke of the past without any warning.Amelia was surprised to hear the story. She didn't expect that the generation before her had such connections."I didn't know what Karen felt for me. She always hid her emotions well. She was always elegant and noble in front of everyone and never did anything inappropriate. She was a true heiress of a wealthy family."After finding out your background, I wanted my son to fulfill this regret for me since I couldn't be with the woman I loved. I hoped my son could be with her daughter."I wanted Luke and Leona to marry for this purpose as well. Family interests were not my priority. Unfortunately, they had an accident, and my wish wasn't fulfilled. Then, I found out that Leona had been to Bryxton and suspected the identity of Hannah and you. I told Liam about it but didn't reveal your identity."Liam's my son. How could I not know his thoughts? Once he found out that Leona had gone to Bryxton, he immediately went there too. And as I expec
Charles hadn't contacted Amelia for a while, and Amelia felt something was amiss. So, she sent someone to inquire about the Lancasters' situation. From there, she learned that their business had recovered quite a bit.Amelia sat at her desk and tapped her fingers on the table as she contemplated the reasons for this change.Was it because everyone at the banquet learned that she was Liam's wife?Or perhaps Liam had stopped targeting the Lancasters?Amelia's thoughts were in a disarray. Despite avoiding Liam and cutting off all contact with him for the past few days, her heart had become increasingly restless, and she couldn't calm down.Even though she tried to avoid him, he still intruded on her life in every possible way.He would send flowers to her every day and asked May to bring the food he cooked. It made everyone in her office aware that Liam had angered her and was seeking forgiveness.Three years ago, before Amelia left, she had explained the situation to May and
After returning home, Eric's mood remained gloomy.Hannah opened a bottle of wine and poured a glass for him. "Want some?"Eric glanced at her, took the glass, and gulped it down in one go.Hannah then quickly refilled his glass, and Eric drank everything again.Hannah chuckled lightly as she poured the wine for him. "Although drinking is bad for you, sometimes, it can be a way to drown your sorrows. But don't overdo it.""Why should I be sorrowful? What do I have to be sorrowful for?" Eric mocked himself and finished the wine in his glass. He then grabbed the bottle and poured himself another glass.As Hannah watched him, she couldn't help but say, "You indeed have nothing to be sorrowful about. You're quite fortunate compared to many ordinary people. "Take me, for example. I had to marry someone who doesn't love me just to survive. Even the parents I'd known for over 20 years were not really my parents."Eric smirked. "That was of your own doing. You insisted on marrying me
Alex was resting on the bed when her phone rang.Seeing the name on the screen, she hesitated for a moment before answering."Have you made up your mind? When are you going to the hospital?"Hearing this, Alex chuckled. "I thought you called to say that you regretted your words. So, you just want to remind me to go to the hospital."Eric's voice was calm and distant as he said, "Delaying it will only harm you.""Yeah, that's why I've already gone to the hospital," Alex replied.Eric paused, seemingly surprised by her swift action. "Why didn't you call me? I could've accompanied you."Alex scoffed. "Since you don't care about me or the baby in my belly, why bother going to the hospital with me? Don't worry, even if I die on the operating table during the abortion, it's my own fault."Eric frowned. "You know I didn't mean that.""Yes, I know. You just said it out of guilt. So what if I purposely said that? Why should I feel sad alone? I want to provoke you, to make you feel trou
After the banquet, Liam drove Amelia home."Thanks for helping me today," Amelia said.This was the first time they were together alone since they'd met the shy man.Liam smirked. "You don't have to thank me. I just spoke the truth and defended my own marriage."Amelia frowned. "What do you mean?""I meant exactly that!""Stop the car and explain yourself!"Liam then parked the car as instructed. Then, Amelia spoke seriously, "We've already divorced, but now you're saying that we're still married. What do you mean exactly?"Liam smiled. "Of course, it means that we're still husband and wife. What else could it be?""You!" Amelia was frustrated. "Can you speak plainly?"What exactly did Liam mean? Amelia was confused.Other people might not know, but Amelia was aware that they were divorced. Plus, Oscar knew that she was just using Liam to reject him.Liam observed Amelia getting angry and toned down, saying, "Three years ago, we did sign a divorce agreement, but it didn't
Amelia didn't think Karen would act so quickly, and she found it difficult to refuse her after looking at her warm gaze."Mr. Prescott, the Lancasters have prepared a banquet to welcome Madam into the family. And they've invited many people, including some previous partners of the Lancaster Group and some members of the Prescotts. "However, we still haven't received an invitation. Do you think…" Gio was reporting to Liam about Amelia in the office.Liam snorted. "The Lancasters must have other intentions to organize the banquet. If they still want me to spare them and Leona, they shouldn't use this method to corner me. They're being so public about things and are putting so much effort into this banquet to force me to attend it."Gio looked puzzled.Liam continued, "Charles is a cunning old man. He begged me to let go of the Lancasters. But when I disagreed, he tried to approach Lia. He never thought she would refuse too. So, he's still furious about this. He's reluctant to give
The Lancasters' businesses had been continuously taken away, and Leona was nowhere to be found. This frustrated Charles."As expected, people who didn't grow up in this family are so unreliable. It's such a simple matter that could've been solved had she said anything about it, but she just won't help!" Charles paced around the living room while complaining about his daughter.Meanwhile, Karen looked a little worn out as she sat on the couch. She frowned and said, "Stop pacing around. You're making me dizzy!"Charles glanced at her. "I'm just too worried. If the company doesn't get new orders, we won't be able to pay salaries, and we'll lose our employees. If that really happens, the company will go bankrupt!"Despite the urgency of the situation, he still listened to Karen and sat across from her.Hannah looked at the anxious Charles and sneered, saying, "Dad, don't you understand? Liam's just venting his anger on us. He won't trouble us again once his anger dissipates.""Of c