“The Severe family has wronged Josephine and made her go through such torture.” Angeline sniffled.Jay was stunned.He saw how wronged Josephine felt and the pain she was going through. While he was heartbroken for Josephine, it also made him think about Angeline.Back when Angeline approached him using Rose’s identity, he had acted coldly toward her just like how Zayne acted toward Josephine.At that time, she must have felt so helpless and in pain.Jay reached out his hand, gently ruffled her hair, and suddenly asked, “Angeline, is it quite a torture for you to have fallen in love with me?” He was feeling empathic.Angeline looked at him with eyes so bright like an innocent deer.“Not at all.” She suddenly smiled.Jay chuckled. “You don’t usually complain much.”Angeline cooed, “I’m telling the truth.”“With how I’ve treated you in the past, you must’ve cried buckets of tears already,” Jay commented sadly.Angeline teased herself, saying, “I’ve got an overdeveloped tear du
Angeline growled, saying, “Shut your stupid eyes.”Zayne smiled slyly. “If you’re afraid of being seen by others, then please be more mindful of your private life.”Angeline used her hand to cover her neck. “Speak. Why are you looking for me?”Zayne quit acting frivolous and became hesitant.“You’re… Bosom friends with Josephine, so… Did she ever mention her reason for going overseas back then?”Angeline nodded. Her bright smile was replaced with sadness which made Zayne nervous.“Why did she go abroad?”He waited for an answer with trepidation as he looked at Angeline, feeling emotionally nervous.Angeline begrudgingly looked at Zayne. “Since your heart still thinks of her, then why did you act like you’re so heartless?”Zayne expressed his helplessness. “I’ve decided to be with Shirley, so I can’t be like how I acted in the past, not cutting off all ties with other women. This is very unfair for Shirley.”Angeline felt extremely angry. “You’re so caring toward this Ms. Thom
Zayne slumped on the grass and suddenly slapped himself hard on the face.He was feeling guilty and blaming himself for what happened to Josephine. However, things had come to a point where he could not do anything even if he wanted to.What was left was endless sorrow and melancholy.When Angeline returned to her room, Jay was nowhere to be found.Angeline searched the whole house for a long time before she found out that he was in the study with her grandfather discussing something in private.Angeline sat at the stairs near the study and rested her cheeks on her palms, quietly waiting for Jay to come out.Inside the study.Old Master Severe and Jay were at the table. There was a piece of paper on it, and a fountain pen was in Old Master Severe’s hand.“Old Master Severe, you must have something you want to tell me since you’ve called me over to Swallow City?” Jay inquired.Old Master Severe nodded. “There’s nothing that can be hidden from you.”The old man’s gaze shifted o
“The Ares family has made a grave mistake, Jay. One that would undoubtedly endanger your family should such a secret come to light. I’m afraid not even the most insignificant members of your family would find themselves exempt from the impending bloodshed within Tourmaline Estate.“So please, I’m begging you. Return Angeline to us.”Old Master Severe suddenly knelt on the floor in front of Jay.Jay’s body shivered. It felt like he was a small boat that was thrown into the middle of the vast ocean, feeling lost and unsure of his direction.Old Master Severe did not push further but gave him time to process all this information.After some time, Jay weakly said, “I know what I need to do.”With that said, he turned his wheelchair around and left.Old Master Severe looked at Jay’s straight back and said, “Jay, I hope that you can walk out of the misty forest and see the light.”‘Don’t follow in your father’s footsteps.’When he opened the door, Angeline looked at him cutely like
Josephine replied to him with a bright smile.Jay felt hurt because of Angeline’s worry for Josephine.“Angeline, have you ever been worried for me?” Jay asked dispiritedly.She looked at him and asked with uncertainty, “You’re… Jealous?”Although he did not want to admit it, it was the truth. He used his silence to admit it.Angeline was surprised by his response, but she soon smiled. “Love, you can’t be jealous of your own sister, can you?”Instead of feeling embarrassed about it, he responded proudly, “Anything or anyone that makes you worry about them more than me makes me jealous.”Angeline was rendered speechless by this. He was the king of jealousy.His gaze appeared hurt like a sad little puppy when he saw how non-understanding her reaction was.“You don’t care about me.”Angeline felt so accused. “I’m more innocent than the Central Park Five.”“Then tell me how you worry about me?”Angeline lowered her long lashes as she blinked. They were like a butterfly’s wings
Angeline looked at the light shade of red on the flesh of this throat and there were questions in her gaze. “Why can’t I make a darker-colored hickey?”Jay, ”…”Angeline removed the first button of her top to reveal her fair and long neck. On her neck were multiple seductive hickeys.Those were markings that Jay left this morning when kissing her.“Mine looks more like bruises, so why do yours appear so mild?”Jay smiled like a sly fox. “Do you want me to teach you some of my skills?”Angeline happily nodded her head.Jay hugged her, leaned forward, and kissed her shoulders, but in a way that seemed as if he was punishing her. Finally, it progressed into a bite when his teeth sank into her skin.Angeline inhaled a deep breath and could not tolerate the pain as she yelped in surprise. “Ahh!”Jay’s gaze appeared flirtatiously cold with a darkness that could destroy the world as he deepened the kiss.He wanted to leave his markings on her body.“Love, it’s painful,” she cried o
Angeline scrambled to pick up the letter and switched on the table lamp on the coffee table. Under the faint yellow glow, she began to read. “Two years ago, you left without a goodbye. Let it be my turn this time. We’re even now, Angeline Severe.” There were no emotions to be read within the resolute and indifferent words. Angeline broke apart with a loud wail. “What does he mean?” The old master felt his composure crack under his granddaughter’s heart-clenching wails. Opening an eye, he looked at his granddaughter with guilt spilling from his eyes. “I’m sure understanding one letter isn’t difficult for a girl as intelligent as you.” Angeline ripped the letter to shreds. “I understand the letter, but what I don’t understand are his feelings. Wasn’t he supposed to be someone who’s heart is as open as the seas? How could he still hold such a grudge? After— After all that I’ve done to apologize, he’s forgiven me already, hasn’t he? So why is he just leaving like he’s angry again
Jay returned to Tourmaline Estate, bringing Storm alone with him. He had left in high spirits, thinking he would be able to bring the love of his life home with him. He had never expected to return lonely and by himself. Jay hid away in the study, sitting half a day away. Storm asked wearily, “Why didn’t we bring the missus back, Mr. President?” It was evident that the president’s foul mood and the aura of heart-breaking sadness were due to the lack of the missus by his side. Jay replied, “As the precious gem of the Severe family, she’ll no longer have anything to do with the Ares family from this moment onward.”Storm understood. The president’s usage of ‘Ares family’ instead of ‘me’ meant pushing the missus away from this puzzling and dangerous maze of the Ares family. To protect the missus, the president had chosen to draw a clear line between them. It would be undoubtedly difficult for the president who would be suffering day and night by himself. Without Angeline
“Madam Angeline, do you have any last words?” The man showed Angeline mercy and gave her the chance to breathe in some air. Angeline pondered upon it for a while and said, “In the past, I only wished for my family’s peace and my children’s health. Right now, I hope that my children will be able to achieve all of their dreams. I hope that Jens will be able to revitalize our family’s business. I hope that Baby Zetty’s wish for there to be no more pain and suffering in the world comes true. I hope that Baby Robbie’s wish for there to be no more separations in families comes true as well.” The man was stunned. The gun in his hands tilted slightly. “Madam Angeline, wealthy people like you live luxurious lives that are free of worries. How would you ever understand the suffering of ordinary people like us? You didn’t mean anything you said to me just now, right?” Angeline said, “I’m about to die. Why would I lie to you? Although I’m from a wealthy family, I’m also a mother. I love
Angeline said, “Although Jens is young, Whitty isn’t at a ripe age anymore. Whitty has waited for Jens for so many years. She should get something in return.” Sir Ares remained silent. However, there was still an unpleasant expression on his face.Upon catching sight of the expression on Sir Ares’ face, Whitty immediately said, “Daddy, Mommy, Jens and I aren’t in a rush to get married. Jens has decided to get married after having a stable career.”Sir Ares seemed to calm down. Jenson stood up and told Sir Ares, “Daddy, I’d like to marry Whitty.” Sir Ares cast a sideway glance at him and asked, “What’s the reason behind your decision to do so?” Jenson said, “I love her.” Sir Ares’ lips upturned slightly. Not only did Jens’ personality resemble that of his, but his outlook on love was similar to his as well.Upon recalling how persistent he was while pursuing Angeline when he was young, Sir Ares knew that he could not stop Jenson.The relationship between father and son w
Sir Ares stared at Angeline speechlessly. At this moment, their memorable love flashed across his mind. He had once loved someone so deeply. He could go against his parents for her as well. Sir Ares sighed and said, “You really can’t keep your children by your side once they’re all grown up.” Angeline stared at the dispirited man before her. Her heart hurt for him. She reached out to hold his hand. Sir Ares smiled at her as she warmed up his hands. He said in an understanding tone, “Angeline, you’re still the best.” Angeline smiled and said, “Of course, I’m the best. That’s because I’m the only person who will stay by your side till the very end. Gale is such an existence for Angel, and Finn is such an existence for Baby Zetty as well.” Sir Ares said, “Alright, stop teasing me. I got it.” Yes, love was above anything else in the world. That was the tradition of the Ares family. Sir Ares was madly in love with Angeline. However, when it came to others, he felt that
However, when Angeline found out about Grayson and Andy’s marriage, she insisted on holding a grand wedding for them.Angeline and Sir Ares called Andy before them. Angeline spoke up in a touched voice, “Andy, I’ve always treated you like my biological daughter. Now that you’re getting married, I’ll marry you off just like you’re my daughter.” Angeline handed a set of jewelry, a bank card, and a key to Andy. She said, “Andy, although Baby Zetty is married, we didn’t hold a grand wedding for her. I don’t know how other families marry off their daughters. Since you’re a girl, you’ll feel secure after having your own property. You’ll have your own freedom after having your own car. You’ll take the effort to dress up after having your own jewelry.” Andy cried tearfully, “Thank you, Mommy.”Angeline hugged Andy and patted her back as she said, “Don’t cry. You must come back often to visit in the future.” “Alright.” After Angeline finished speaking, Sir Ares stared and Grayson an
Whitney handed the envelope over to Andy and said, “Miss Laurel asked me to hand this to you.” Andy slowly opened the envelope under the sisters’ curious gazes. A red spider lily specimen fell out of the envelope.Tears filled Andy’s eyes when she saw it.The sisters all burst into tears. Whitney said, “I don’t know what meaning it holds for you, but I guess Laurel wants to convey something to all of you since she wanted me to hand it to you. Have you understood what she wants to tell you?”Andy cried out loud, “This is the blood oath that we made at the military intelligence division. When we swore to be sisters, Sis Daisy mentioned that although our fates were predetermined in this lifetime and we don’t get to decide how long we’ll be able to live, we can wait for the sisters in the afterlife after death. We must wait for everyone to gather before reincarnation. We can then be reincarnated as sisters in our next life.” Whitney was touched by this beautiful oath. She teared
Jenson then ordered the servants to search every nook and cranny of Tourmaline Estate and Imperial Capital. Baby Robbie seemed to have vanished into thin air. There was no sign of him anywhere.Sir Ares sighed after hearing the news. Angeline gave up after the long search. She told Jenson, “Don’t look for him. He’s all grown up now. We can’t restrain him anymore. Don’t waste more human and physical resources searching for him. Manage Tourmaline Estate well. You and Whitty will have to take responsibility for this household in the future.” Jenson stared into his mommy’s calm eyes. Although he was curious as to why his mommy, who loved her son more than her own life, could react so calmly to his disappearance, he kept that question in his heart. “Yes, mommy.” After leaving Chateau de Selene, Jenson returned to his room in an upset mood. Whitty walked into his room with a cup of hot tea and placed it in his hands gently. “Jens, you’ve been busy every day lately. You must look af
Baby Robbie nodded sternly. After Angeline’s health recovered a little, Baby Robbie paid her a visit at once. His face no longer gave out a childish air. His handsome face exuded a sharpness that resembled that of his father’s.Angeline knew that Baby Robbie would be filled with guilt for the rest of his life after this incident. She also knew that he would change his habit of fooling around and not thinking before acting. “Mommy, it’s all my fault. If I didn’t blindly believe in her, she wouldn’t have the opportunity to damage Tourmaline Estate,” Baby Robbie said. He was filled with self-guilt. Angeline said, “Baby Robbie, I know what you’re thinking. I’m having the same thoughts right now.” ”Baby Robbie was stunned. He glanced evaluatively at the weak and exhausted expression on his mommy’s face. Somehow, Baby Robbie felt upset on behalf of his mommy. It turned out that he was not the only one who did not have a good eye for people. His mommy was in the same boat as we
Jenson decided to rebuild Tourmaline Estate with the underlying theme of ‘remembrance’. Baby Robbie fell silent after looking through the design plans.“Jens, do you think that I’ve committed a huge sin?” He suddenly voiced out his thoughts. Jenson shook his head and said, “Baby Robbie, you didn’t want any of this to happen. However, you should’ve learned your lesson by now. You can’t be kind to everyone at all times.” Baby Robbie nodded and said, “I didn’t understand the meaning behind these words in the past. I get it now.” Jenson was stunned. After Baby Robbie left Jenson’s place, he paid a visit to Angel’s courtyard. Angel was now around seven years old. She was extremely tall and mentally mature. Therefore, she did not seem like a child at all. “Brother, I heard that you haven’t been in a good mood lately. I wanted to look for you since some time ago. However, look at the state that I’m in. How can I go out?” She waved her sleeves slightly. The furniture within the
Sir Ares stared at Sis Thirteen coldly. His gaze was devoid of the fatherly love that he had always shown her.“I knew that you had a hidden motive when you moved into the Ares family back then. However, I didn’t expect you to be so evil and have such a cruel heart at such a young age. Angeline’s love and adoration toward you didn’t warm your heart at all. To me, you’re not just a traitor. You don’t have a heart at all.” Sis Thirteen stared at Sir Ares in shock. Sir Ares’ scoldings seemed to help her better perceive herself. “You hurt my father. You hurt my daddy. That’s why I steeled my heart and decided to take revenge on the Ares family,” she cried out loud. Sir Ares said in a harsh tone, “Karma exists in the world. Why would I hurt him if he didn’t abduct my children? You don’t have the ability to discern right and wrong. You’re just making excuses for yourself. Do you think you’re being reasonable right now?” Sis Thirteen shook her head in devastation. “I only know that