“Rosette?” Kelsey froze.That was the other strong contender at the Runway Revolution, the one everyone expected to win. However, for some unknown reason, she never showed up on stage.So, it was Zara who had pulled the strings!Cerys’ gaze turned somber. “She was my best friend. We studied fashion design together and rose to fame side by side. But I could never match her. She’s the true genius, while I’ve always been just a mistress who climbed her way up, relying on men. James brought all my so-called masterpieces into the limelight. Now that I’ve lost everything in this industry, I won’t let those who wronged me get away so easily.”“Do you intend to hand over this recording to me so I can give it to the police?” Kelsey guessed her intentions.“No, I’ll only hand over this recording to you if you manage to clear your name this time.” Cerys shook her head, a mysterious smile crossing her face. “Otherwise, tonight will be the last time we ever meet.”With that, she turned and
A week later, Kelsey left the hospital.She had intended to visit her best friend, Yvonne.However, before she could exit the hospital building, the police took her to the precinct. They explained that Yvonne’s family had filed a lawsuit against her for assault, demanding compensation for emotional and financial damages.Under pressure from the victim’s family, the police felt compelled to interrogate Kelsey. Kelsey knew Yvonne likely did not want this.Her husband and mother-in-law must have discovered her recent marriage into wealth and wanted to exploit the situation.During the interrogation, Kelsey repeatedly proclaimed that someone had framed her and that she had not driven the car that hit Yvonne. However, the officers dismissed her assertions.Instead, they presented various pieces of evidence to pressure her into confessing. Kelsey resolutely refused to do so.After several hours of relentless questioning, they sent her back to a holding cell. The holding cell
Tyler pulled away from the kiss very quickly.Before leaving, he promised Kelsey. “I will uncover the truth and rescue you from this place before you know it.”After he was gone, Kelsey was interrogated again.However, the police treated her far nicer this time.They were not as severe as the last time.Furthermore, they were no longer as skeptical of Kelsey’s claims.After the interrogation, she was taken to another room to be detained.The room was called a detention room by name, but it looked more like a hotel than anything else.Not only was there a proper bed and even a television, but there was also an air conditioner.When she first stepped inside, she had the impression that she had gone to the wrong place.She was no fool and quickly figured out that it was Tyler who made the arrangement for her.After she lay down on the bed fitted with a proper mattress, she felt a warm and fuzzy feeling swelling inside her.She got to enjoy some proper sleep that night.Then,
“I don't understand!” Kelsey frowned and was visibly displeased.Both herself and her best friend, Yvonne had been deliberately run over by someone.Furthermore, she was also framed as the perpetrator.Even if she were to get over what happened, what about Yvonne?She had a miscarriage! A child died!The ones who were behind this were Zara and her assistant. They had to be held accountable!It made no sense that she was expected to drop the entire matter.Dannielle, who was driving, suddenly hit the brakes.“We’re here, Ms. Young!”Her voice was relatively cold.Kelsey looked out the car window.She realized that Dannielle had driven her to the Youngs’ family house instead of Tyler’s place like she expected.It seemed like Dannielle was taking on Dylan’s role and had sent her back to her family house. Was this a way of denying her status as Tyler’s woman?She scoffed in disdain and proceeded to step out of the car.She was aware that Dannielle served Dylan and that there
A flat of disappointment flashed across Josephine’s eyes when she heard this.She understood the reason her father gave such an order was because he still deeply resented her mother and was not ready to forgive her.Talia had just turned around to put away the soup when Kelsey appeared at the front door.She immediately curtsied and called out politely, “Hello, Ms. Kelsey!”Upon hearing this, Josephine immediately turned around and shot a hateful glare at Kelsey.“So it’s you, my dear sister!” She feigned surprise and asked, “Aren't you at the police station? When did they release you?”Charlie's hands shuddered the moment he heard that Kelsey had ended up at the police station.He looked up at her and asked pointedly, “What happened? Why were you at the police station?”Before Kelsey could even answer, Josephine spoke up and cut her off, “Haven’t you heard about it, Dad? Kelsey hit someone with a car and caused a miscarriage. The family members of the victim went to the court
“When did I bring shame to the family? The police already verified that I was framed, that’s why they released me!” Kelsey retorted and shot Charlie a severe look.As she said this, she also directed a vehement look at Josephine.Josephine clenched her hands into tight fists in response. A dark sheet came over her eyes.Even when she teamed up with Zara, they still failed to take out Kelsey and let her slip away from their fingers again.She put on the same perfunctory smile as usual. “They released you without prosecution? That's great! I thought I was going to need to come up with something with Dad to bail you out of the station.”Charlie reprimanded her sharply. “If something like this happens again, don’t expect me to bail you out!”Kelsey was no fool and never expected him to bail her out. She would be grateful enough if they would just quit trying to sabotage her.She would sooner end up in jail for the rest of her life if she had counted on them to bail her out.“I was
Josephine was strongly against going abroad.Her mother had been kicked out of the house by Charlie. If she left as well, no one else would be around to fix the situation and defend her mother.It would be very difficult for her mother to return to the Youngs.Besides, she was worried about Cooper. She always had a lurking suspicion that Cooper would find a new lover if she was gone.Charlie frowned and told her off, “This month, you will sit tight and stay home. Pack your belongings for your overseas study next month. You are not allowed to go anywhere else!”“Dad…” Josephine bit her lip and held back tears.If it was in the past, Megan would have stepped in and defended her, she would have pleaded her case to Charlie.Without Megan serving as a mediator, there was no longer anyone who could get him to budge from his position.It seemed like he was very determined to send Josephine abroad next month. There was nothing that could change his mind at this point.Needless to say,
After Charlie left, Kelsey was on her own. She could not figure out what it was all about.She knew Tyler was not someone who would fold so easily. How was it that Charlie managed to get him to cave in and give him the money demanded?“Sis, you want to know how Dad got the money from your husband, do you?”Josephine's voice suddenly came from behind.Kelsey turned around and was greeted by the sight of Josephine walking toward her with a coy smile.“Why are you here? Dad told you to go back to your room, didn’t he? Have you been hiding and eavesdropping on us?” Kelsey regarded her with a menacing look.Josephine cocked a look at her and brushed it off. “Don't worry about whether I eavesdropped on you or not. Point being, I have all the answers you have been searching for…”Kelsey shot her a look. “What do you want from me?”She knew Josephine would not show up if she did not have a reason to. Josephine must have the answers that she could not manage to pry from both Tyler and C
Steve felt embarrassed. He had been wanting to make Tyler’s acquaintance, but a chance to meet him was hard to come by. Now that he ran into Tyler, Steve was determined to make the most out of it. “Let me be a host to you today, Mr. Lang—” Megan cut Steve off. “Mr. Lang, you might not know this, but Kelsey’s father is facing bankruptcy. He’s deep in debt too. Kelsey and her father are just going to be your burden. Don’t let Kelsey’s seemingly innocence fool you. They are just going to leech off you. My daughter, Josephine, is a nice and sensible girl. She’s a better companion than Kelsey. I’ll be delighted to introduce you to her.” Kelsey was impressed with Megan. Even now, Megan had not given up on pushing Josephine into Tyler’s arms. In Kelsey’s past life, Megan went to lengths to matchmake Josephine and Tyler. Nevertheless, Tyler never took an interest in Josephine. Megan was just as delusional as ever. However, Kelsey had no idea that Charlie owed a lot of mon
“She’s just a bitch.” Megan hissed through clenched teeth, her jealousy showing. She had a hunch. The sudden change in the manager’s attitude toward Kelsey was likely due to Tyler. Megan wished she had Kelsey’s luck to meet a good-looking and rich man. Steve did not believe Megan. If Kelsey was just an ordinary woman, the manager would not take her up to the exclusive top floor. That was a height Steve could never reach despite a lifetime of hard work. However, Kelsey had no plans to accept the manager’s invitation to dine on the top floor. Since Charlie would not be attending or taking Susan out of the nursing home, Kelsey had no reason to dine alone on the top floor. Kelsey was better off getting back to her new office and ordering a takeout. Her discussion with Rosette about the costume design for Adrienne’s new film would continue this afternoon.However, the manager stopped her from leaving and apologized to her frantically. “Please see it in your heart not to
It was upsetting enough for Kelsey since Charlie managed to deceive her once more. However, Megan had to gloat. “What did I tell you? I told you Charlie can’t afford this place. He can’t even show his face because he’s expected to pay the bill.” “Oh, quit it!” Kelsey glared at Megan. To think Kelsey would give her an attitude. Megan had Steve on her side now. She was no longer the other woman who lived off Charlie’s good graces. Surely, Megan earned the right to mock Charlie. “You’re the manager. Has St. Gills lost its exclusivity? It’s a disgrace that you let just about anyone in,” Megan said sarcastically. Kelsey retaliated. “Oh, aren’t you a picture of poise, Megan? With your sugar daddy, you can’t even make it past security.” “You!” Megan looked daggers at Kelsey. Livid, Megan commanded the manager, “Throw the bitch out now before I’ll make sure your establishment ceases to operate.” The manager narrowed his eyes on Kelsey and Megan. Judging by Kelsey’s mod
“Kelsey, what are you doing here?” Megan asked harshly.With Megan and Steve approaching, the manager drew close and welcomed them. It then dawned on Kelsey that Megan and Steve were the VIPs who took the private lounge from Charlie. The manager explained the situation, and Megan sneered. “Charlie is going broke. I doubt he can afford to dine at St. Gill’s. With his mounting debts, he’s embarrassing himself when the time comes to pay the bill.” Kelsey narrowed her eyes. Charlie must be using Susan’s birthday as a pretext to ask for more money from Tyler since the family business was going bust. However, Tyler had given Charlie a large sum of money. It was puzzling how Charlie managed to burn through it. Kelsey snapped back with a smirk. “Even so, Charlie is paying with his own money, unlike some people who can’t live a day without a sugar daddy.” Color drained from Megan’s face. Kelsey was basically calling her a gold digger. Megan would not be in this position in th
Kelsey and Rosette discussed the specifics of auditioning for Adrienne’s new film’s costume design role.As the time neared noon, Kelsey glanced at her phone. Tyler had not replied to her text message. It was nearly time for Susan’s birthday celebration at St. Gill’s. Kelsey decided to go ahead to St. Gill’s. While on the way, she gave Charlie a call to inform that Tyler would not be available for the celebration. Charlie’s voice reflected his disappointment. “What’s this? Why can’t Tyler make it?” Kelsey bit the bullet and explained, “I haven’t been able to reach him.” “I thought Tyler adored you. Why couldn’t you get in touch with him? Did you upset him?” Charlie grilled her. Kelsey refuted, “Things have been going well for us, thanks for asking. He has an emergency today.” Her bond with Tyler could not be stronger. Heck, they nearly went all the way this morning. The nerve of her father to put her down. Charlie was furious. “I knew I couldn’t count on you.” He
Kelsey frowned. “What are you up to now?” She doubted Charlie was so nice to want the family to be together for her grandmother, Susan’s birthday. It was probably an excuse to get close to Tyler. Since Charlie got together with Megan, Kelsey could count on her finger the number of times he had been to the nursing home to visit Susan. Kelsey could not remember the last time Charlie celebrated Susan’s birthday. Charlie could not even remember Susan’s birthdate. Yet, Charlie was so kind to throw her a party. Kelsey could only suspect that Charlie had ulterior motives. “How can you say that about me, Kelsey? I’m your father. Am I wrong to throw your grandmother a birthday party?” Charlie reprimanded. Kelsey was skeptical. “You’re not wrong, but…” It was uncertain whether he had Susan’s interest at heart. “But what?” Charlie asked. He started blaming himself. “I know that I listened to Megan and neglected you and Mom. I’ve gotten rid of her. Now, I just want to be a go
With a predatory glint in his eyes, Tyler pressed his lips against Kelsey’s.“I’ll take your silence as your consent.” “Hang on!” Kelsey pushed him away. She meant business since it was about his sleepwalking last night. “I have a question.” “What is it?” Tyler asked in a raspy voice, his lips still lingering across her skin. His hands eagerly pulled her gown off her. “Do you sleepwalk?” Kelsey asked. Tyler paused, his eyes bearing a weight of emotions. Kelsey knew she was right on the money. Tyler had known about his sleepwalking. “Did you know you were sleepwalking last night?” Kelsey said while fixating earnestly on him. She was more concerned about his health. Tyler seemed healthy. Yet, he wandered off in a sleeping state. Judging by Tyler’s response, it was not his first rodeo. Generally speaking, sleepwalking was associated with trauma or unresolved issues. Kelsey suspected that Tyler had been through some kind of trauma, or something in his past wa
Tyler opened his eyes abruptly. Bare and dominant, he loomed above Kelsey while his penetrating gaze looked deep into her soul.Lost in the heat of his kiss, Kelsey opened her eyes in confusion at his sudden pause. She met his profound gaze. Kelsey’s heart skipped a beat. Her breath hitched. She stared at the man towering over her in disbelief, her eyes bulging. Tyler was awake. He examined her, his eyes scouring every inch of her body. Once he was certain that it was Kelsey, Tyler was relieved. “I’m home, babe,” he uttered with a sigh of relief. Feeling assured, he closed his eyes and rested his head on her shoulder. He filled his lungs with her familiar scent. Kelsey was taken aback, but her head gradually cleared. She thought that Tyler would not stop their little bed activity. However, Tyler stayed in the same position for a while. His steady breathing came soon after. He fell asleep. Kelsey was in disbelief. Since he wanted her so badly, Kelsey ass
Worried, Kelsey followed Tyler in case he hurt himself or fell off the stairs. He was not in a conscious state after all. Kelsey would not be so abrupt as to wake him from his sleepwalking. She was aware that waking a sleepwalker could lead to shock or other health problems.Kelsey stuck close behind Tyler and made sure he got up the stairs safely. Tyler returned to their bedroom and lay on the bed. Kelsey drew close for a look. The soft moonlight streamed through the French windows, casting a hazy glow over his defined face.Tyler lay there motionlessly, his eyes closed.Kelsey watched him sleep tenderly. For a moment, she drooled over him. However, she quickly frowned at the smell of alcohol on Tyler. Kelsey went to open the window to let in some airflow, dispersing the fumes of liquor. She then picked out a fresh pair of pajamas from the closet for Tyler.Tyler would need a change of briefs too. However, Kelsey’s cheeks burned when she pulled his brief draw