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
Even with an inhumane amount of willpower and restraint, there was no way he could hold back the throbbing desire his heart felt at that moment. He wanted to have her by her side regardless of everything else happening around them.… “I’m sorry, Jay. You can call me selfish, but the Severe family cannot lose Angeline again. I can no longer watch Angeline run blindly toward you like a moth to a flame. That’s not her calling.” “I promise you, Old Master. I promise I’ll take care of her. Even if it costs me my life, I’ll keep her safe.” He had pleaded and begged the old master not to take away his right to love Angeline. However, he was sentenced to death by the old master’s next sentence. “Don’t you understand, JJ? Only with her alive would the two of you have a chance of a future together. What will you do if she dies?” Jay gave a strong shudder at the suggestion. “I won’t let her die.” He had suffered the aftermath of her death once, and it was an immense amount of helples
At Tourmaline Estate. The security in charge walked up to Jay and reported, “Young Master, both Miss Severe and the second lady returned a moment ago. Following your orders, I didn’t allow Miss Severe to enter.” Jay felt his heart clench inexplicably. Not even in his wildest dreams would he have imagined Angeline getting rejected outside Tourmaline Estate, least of all by him. “And the second lady?” “The old master specifically instructed us not to allow the second lady to return home as of this moment.” Jay’s eyes hardened. “Does he no longer care for Josephine’s well-being?” However, Jay had not the ability to worry about Josie’s future right now, for his main priority was how the duo would leave this desolate estate. “Get a car ready, Storm.” Storm froze slightly. Understanding the president’s intentions, he went to the Ares family’s basement and drove out a normal-looking car. The car had a wooden insulating panel that separated the driver’s seat from the back p
Buried in Josephine’s arms, Angeline bawled to her soul’s content. Jay’s sharp eagle-like eyes glistened with unshed tears in front. He clenched his jaw. He took every bit of pain and regret from his heart into his bones and forced them away, locking them into his bones as they yelled and screamed for his attention. They finally turned into blissful and warm foam that rose within him. Storm’s eyes reddened as well. This pair of lovers were right in front of one another. The fact that they could only hear and not see each other was torturous for the heart of passersby. “What am I supposed to do?” Angeline wept helplessly. Josie started to sob as well. “Let it all out, Sis Angeline. You’ll feel better with it all out.” “I’m tired, Josie. I love him, but I’m so tired,” Angeline murmured repetitively. Jay clenched his fists. He suddenly raised one to his mouth and bit down on the back of his hand. The sight of bright red liquid flowing from the corner of the president’s
Storm stopped the car outside Château de Selene. Pulling out a foldable wheelchair from the boot, he opened the passenger seat door and helped Jay into the wheelchair. Château de Selene was the largest building within Tourmaline Estate, designed to look like luxurious French buildings. Within it held thousands of guards and five to six hundred nannies and servants alike. The place was an embodiment of wealth. Every movement made since the second Storm pushed Jay through Château de Selene’s garden entrance was watched by the castle’s surveillance system. Xavier, the grand old master’s personal butler, approached the duo and welcomed Jay courteously. “The grand old master is waiting for you at the Atrium Garden, Young Master Jay.” Jay replied in a deep tone, “Lead the way.” The butler brought both Jay and Storm to the Atrium Garden where Grand Old Master Ares was currently lying on a rattan chair, basking in the warmth of the sun. Well-trimmed hedges surrounded the entire g
“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