That evening, as Helma was about to leave, the butler appeared, arms laden with boxes."These are from madam's hometown—her favorites. She wanted you to have them, and oh, these too…"Helma's car trunk was packed to the brim, prompting her to shoot a bemused look at the mansion's second story. Just
Cole and Chandler had just gotten Helma settled when they dove back into their conversation about Greenville's latest economic shifts. Helma grabbed a bottle of mineral water from the table and was about to take a sip when Sue slid an empty glass her way with a beaming smile. " Helma, I'm thirsty to
Sue finished her story, expecting Liam to ask about the show she had been in, but he was busy putting the dice back into their cup.Sue shot Helma a look, straightened up with a confident smile, and went on as if it was the most natural thing in the world, "That series, 'The Wanderer', it's been a h
Helma's eyes met Cole's deep, intense stare.Cole's voice was firm, "I'll drink for her."He'd already had his fair share, and Helma quickly put her hand out to stop him, "There's no need. You've been healing, but alcohol isn't going to do your recovery any favors."As Helma and Cole jostled each ot
The room fell silent. The two waiters eyed Chandler cautiously, waiting for his reaction.Seeing Chandler's indifferent response, the waiters got the message and promptly escorted Sue out.Sue resisted a bit, her voice becoming shrill. "Chandler dear, are you just going to stand there and let them..
Helma smiled awkwardly. "Nothing. There’s a mosquito on your face right now."It was early autumn now. How could there be mosquitoes?Cole smirked a little, then pulled her hand towards him.Helma lost her balance and fell forward into Cole's arms.She hurriedly placed her hands on Cole's chest to s
Helma's ward was in a separate two-story building behind the main hospital building. When Cole arrived, Benjamin was already standing outside.Cole glanced at him and was about to go in but was stopped by Benjamin."Mr. Guller, are you here to see Miss King?"Cole's voice was solemn. "How is she?""
Cole’s tone was stern. "Set aside the company matters for now. From now on, just focus on investigating this matter. Call Strigid back."Jordan was shocked. "Yes!"Over the next two days, Owen, Cole, Wanda, and the rest went to the hospital several times but were turned away by the Kings' bodyguards