"Come out for a moment!" Amelia was a bit puzzled when she saw Liam's message. She looked around the living room, but there was no sign of Liam. After re-reading it, she realized he wanted her to go outside.Peter and Maria were sitting on the sofa, watching the New Year's Eve gala on TV. Christopher and Kenneth were quietly keeping them company. As for David, he was absorbed in his phone, but at least he wasn't causing trouble. With her phone in hand, she curiously stepped out into the garden. Riverbay Residence had top-notch property management, and the entire neighborhood was well-lit with streetlights. Because of the festivities, many places were decorated with colorful lights. Even at night, the surroundings were brightly illuminated. Amelia stood at the entrance and looked around, but there was no sign of Liam. She walked a bit further, but still no sight of him. So, she called him. She heard his ringtone nearby. Without ending the call, she followed the soun
Amelia stood up and fetched a thin blanket, draping it over Liam. But as soon as she covered him, Liam woke up. "Did I disturb you?" she asked. Liam shook his head."I wasn't asleep in the first place." Peter chuckled when he heard their conversation. "If you're tired, go back to your room and rest. We'll continue watching the gala with Kenneth and Christopher." "Yeah, Liam, you and Amelia should go and rest!" Kenneth quickly added. Even David looked concerned.Amelia found it amusing. Peter and Maria genuinely cared for Liam, thinking he was tired and needed rest. Kenneth, on the other hand, seemed to feel pressured with Liam sitting next to him. As for David, he was genuinely scared. Faced with their concern, Liam suddenly felt even better. He smiled and said, "No need. I'm not tired. I never used to watch the New Year's gala as I found it a bit boring. But now, it's quite interesting.""Yeah, if you pay attention, the gala is quite entertaining. Those sketche
In the room, Amelia was wide awake, and Liam was sober. Liam placed Amelia on the bed, supporting himself with his hands beside her. They looked at each other with familiar emotions in their eyes. Gradually, their breathing became heavier. At midnight, the sounds of fireworks harmonized with the intimacy they shared.As they watched the dazzling fireworks light up the night sky, they both spoke at the same time. "Amelia, Happy New Year!" "Isn't it prohibited to set off fireworks? Why are there fireworks this year?" However, Liam was taken aback by Amelia's question.At that moment, Amelia realized that with the fireworks illuminating the sky, the new year had arrived. Although Liam wished her a Happy New Year, she asked a seemingly silly question and felt awkward. "Um, well, Happy New Year." After saying that, she dared not look at him and instead pretended to watch the fireworks. Liam chuckled, then lowered his head and leaned closer to her. "Maybe the governme
Liam had informed the security personnel, Jake, to forbid Sarah from entering their premises since her last visit. As a result, Jake had been on high alert when he spotted Sarah and deliberately kept her within his sight so that she couldn't slip into the house. He finally let out a sigh of relief when Amelia came out of the house. Sarah's eyes lit up the moment she caught sight of Amelia and went over to complain. "You're finally here, Amelia. Why is your security causing so much trouble for me? I've already told him that I'm your aunt, but he just wouldn't allow me to enter! This is disrespectful." Jake began to panic and explained himself. "Mrs. Prescott, this older woman claims to be your aunt and wanted to go in. I'm only blocking her way because I was told by Mr. Prescott to forbid her from entering as she isn't a resident." He was afraid that even though he was simply following orders, he could still be punished for disrespecting a family member if Amelia decided
Liam realized from her silence that Amelia wanted to enjoy Sarah's performance for a little longer. He then held her hand and silently stood by her side. Sarah was visibly envious of the couple. "Life sure is good for the both of you. You don't have to worry about food and clothes, while you live in your mansion. Unlike poor folks like us who couldn't even afford to enjoy some better food for New Year." She began to tear up as she spoke, and would often check on the couple's reactions from time to time whenever she wiped her tears. She quickly noticed that the couple had remained indifferent without any intention to ask her about her well-being. As a last resort, Sarah gritted her teeth in anger and knelt on the ground. "Your aunt is out of options, Amelia. Please help me, and your uncle!" Amelia glanced at her without any intention to help her back up and proceeded to bring Liam away. "Please stand up, Aunt Sarah. I couldn't possibly ask you to kneel before me. Who kn
David, Christopher, and Kenneth came back with the food from the hotel. "Why the puckered face? Was there a fight?" Peter was annoyed. It was New Year. Couldn't he catch a break? Amelia looked at her uncle and cousins. Their sour expressions were a telltale sign of a failed conversation with Sarah. "Thanks to that b—""Let's eat first. Grandma and Grandpa must be starving," interrupted Amelia as she stared daggers at David. Christopher also tugged at David's shirt to stop him from speaking. Peter and Maria were concerned. With a smile, Amelia helped Maria settle into her seat. "No need to overthink it, Grandma. David and I didn't argue." Maria looked at Amelia. Amelia's serious expression managed to convince her. If it wasn't an argument with Amelia, Maria had nothing to worry about. In her mind, David did not have the guts to argue with Liam. Since Amelia was not involved in the situation, it probably meant that David did something wrong and his sons chastised him for i
When Amelia went to give Peter and Maria their presents, both of them tried to decline. They only accepted the gifts when Liam insisted. As for Amelia's Christmas present, Peter and Maria gave one to her as soon as the New Year's Gala ended.Amelia opened the gifts from Peter and Maria and was stunned to see how expensive they were. Fortunately, her presents for them were equally, if not more, expensive.When Amelia and Liam reached home, they saw two cars in front of the villa. One belonged to Eric, but Amelia wasn't sure about the other. She got her answer as soon as she approached the door.Hearing the cackling from inside, Amelia paused and looked at Liam. "Why is she here?"Liam shrugged defeatedly. "How would I know? She's an adult. She can go anywhere she wants."Amelia slumped in resignation. She shouldn't have asked that question. It was a force of habit."Mr. Liam, you are here. Madam Ember has been waiting for you," greeted the maid as she relieved Liam and Ameli
If Leona had told him that before Liam fell in love with Amelia, Liam would have been touched. He might even divorce Amelia to marry Leona. But now, what Leona said sounded extra irritating. Liam almost couldn't believe it. Was this the Leona he knew?Liam wanted to say something, but he decided against it since Leona never stated her intent explicitly. He brought another slice of apple to Amelia's lips. "Say ahh."Meanwhile, Amelia was shocked by what Leona had implied. So stunned was she that when Liam asked her to open her mouth, she subconsciously complied and chomped on the apple.Eric saw the entire interaction and felt jealous. He knew that he could never dote on Amelia like that anymore, so he looked away. Out of sight, out of mind.Eric decided to visit in the afternoon, thinking that he could avoid the couple's public display of affection. Who knew that they came in the afternoon, even later than him?Leona was further agitated by the couple's reaction. She cried lou