“Still, the more I think about how he doesn’t want me, the better I need to live. I just want him to know that I’m doing well. Even without him, I’m perfectly fine,” Josephine muttered. The duo’s response to a breakup could not be more different. Josephine was the type to carry the pain herself, hiding it behind the facade of living happily. She would suffer to keep her dignity intact. Angeline, though, perhaps it was because she trusted the relationship enough that she did not believe Jay no longer loved her. She was set on doing anything if it meant tearing down Jay’s facade. However, should Angeline’s deep trust for the relationship break, she would suffer damage way worse than Josephine’s. Angeline was the type to love without reserves. “I won’t give up on your brother, Josephine. Not until my last breath,” she stated with determination as she lied on the sofa, her eyes staring blankly at the ceiling. Unable to change Angeline’s mind, Josephine could only follow her f
Angeline was speechless, “...” She flopped onto Josie’s shoulder and sobbed. Josie turned to berate both Zetty and Robbie, “What do you two think you’re saying, you little rascals? She’s your–” “Josephine Ares.” A menacing tone sounded from behind. A classic black Rolls-Royce stopped beside Josephine and Angeline. Angeline felt her heart thump wildly in her chest at the familiar voice. Turning around, she stared dazedly at the dignified man in the passenger seat who had frost oozing from the space between his brows. “Jaybie…” A layer of tears overlapped Angeline’s eyes, her tone heart-clenching. Jay lifted his gaze to look at her, his eyes cold and indifferent. Storm alighted the driver’s seat and rushed toward the passenger’s. Placing the ramp down, Jay wheeled his chair out slowly off the car. Paying Angeline no mind, he made a beeline for the carved gates. The system recognized his face and the gates opened. Jay entered the house. After getting ignored by him,
Angeline fell on her butt only to pounce toward him again stubbornly, resembling an octopus with the way she was holding him tightly this time. Crying freely, she reminded him of a child. “Please, I’m begging you. Please, don’t leave me.” Jay felt himself suffocate as she clung and intertwined tightly with himself. He lifted an arm, about to hug her back. However, he stopped as the image of Old Master Severe surfaced unexpectedly in his mind. “The Ares family has made a grave mistake, Jay. One that will undoubtedly endanger your family should such a secret come to light. I’m afraid not even the most insignificant members of your family will find themselves exempt from the impending bloodshed within Tourmaline Estate.“So please, I’m begging you. Let Angeline go.” Jay felt his restraints leave him as he pushed Angeline away harshly and roared, “Have some dignity, would you, Angeline Severe?” Angeline stared at him pale-faced and was tremendously shocked. “I’m begging you,
The children cried their hearts out. Unable to do much else, Storm could only force himself to pull the kids into his arms and hold them tightly in place. Josephine felt her heart clench at the sight of Angeline’s departing figure. She turned around and entered the main hall. “Why must you force her on the road of no return, Jay?” Josephine stood in front of Jay, tears trickling down her eyes despite her wishes as she sympathized with Angeline. Jay slowly lifted his head. Seeing the pain in his eyes, Josephine was stunned. “I’ve hurt her too much, Josephine. Watch over her for me,” Jay spoke softly. “I thought you’ve always loved Sis Angeline, Jay. I refuse to believe that you don’t love her anymore. Tell me, is there something else going on that you can’t talk about?” “There isn’t.” Jay knew that should Josephine realize anything was off with him, he would never rid himself of this trouble for she and Angeline were best friends who told each other everything. Josephi
The man was shocked by the immaculate beauty that prevailed despite this woman’s sickly condition. His family lacked not of handsome men and attractive women–The enchanting, the majestic, and the stunning were all in one place. He had always believed that he would live his life unmoved by attractive appearances, for he had never imagined finding a face like Angeline Severe’s that was so weak yet so stubborn, so innocent yet so enchanting, gentle yet determined and strong. Dualities of the woman before him shone in her eyes, and he could not help but feel his heart skip a beat for her. “Lucky for you, the person you met is me.” He touched his chin, frowning lightly as his gaze fell onto her bleeding arm. He had hemophobia, yet he weirdly did not find himself feeling the usual intense reactions at the sight of her blood. Not to mention his inherited obsession with cleanliness had also not caused nausea at the sight of dirtied blood. Carrying her in his arms, he brought her t
He used all the power that Imperial Capital had to offer, but the results still chilled him to the bone. It was as if Angeline Severe had vanished into thin air and disappeared from Imperial Capital. Jay felt extreme remorse for such an ending. He finally understood how it felt to be regretful over something. “Angeline, I’m sorry.“Please come back, I’ll do whatever you want.“Even if it’s a suicide mission, as long as you’re willing to accompany me, I’ll always be by your side. If you live, I live. If you die, I die.” In the cold, desolate night, an endless stream of tears poured from Jay’s eyes. Men cried easily too. You just needed to know what hurt them. Three days later, Grayson, who had been out and about, returned to report to Jay. “Mr. Ares, we’ve investigated all exits in Imperial Capital and have not found any suspicious vehicles. By theory, Miss Severe should still be in Imperial City. However, our men have scoured all hotels and rentals but no information ab
The butler became flustered. “Young Master Jay, the grand old master is taking a break now. Why don’t you wait for him here–” Before the butler could finish speaking, Storm wheeled Jay over to Dylan’s room and pushed the door open. “Young Master Jay?” The butler stomped his foot in frustration. Eight bodyguards were stationed outside Dylan’s room. When they spotted Jay approaching with a stern expression, they sensed that something was not quite right and rearranged themselves into two rows, blocking Jay’s way to the door. Jay’s wheelchair came to a stop before them. However, Jay had no mercy for them. The minute he raised his hand, Storm and Tempest immediately understood what he wanted. There was a crackling burst of crossfire as Storm and Tempest worked quickly and efficiently. Within moments, all eight bodyguards lay paralyzed on the floor. The bedroom door opened from within and Grand Old Master Ares’ private assistant appeared. His eyes bulged in shock as he swept his
Old Grand Master Ares stumbled over to Jay, a pained expression on his face. “Oh, Jay, you’ve always acted cautiously and steadily ever since you were a child. You never made mistakes. Yet, today, you’ve become this illogical over Angeline Severe. It seems I have no choice but to whip you back to your senses.” Jay straightened his back. “I’m willing to accept my punishment.” Old Grand Master Ares’ eyes flashed, but it was too late. The whip was already making its descent and landed heavily onto Jay’s back. A bright red stain of blood immediately appeared on the white shirt. Grayson, Storm, and Tempest exchanged looks of horror when they saw that. The three of them knelt before Old Grand Master Ares and said in near unison, “Old Grand Master Ares, I, Grayson / Storm / Tempest am willing to pay with my life so long as Old Grand Master Ares forgives Mr. Ares.” Jay reprimanded them, “F•ck off.” Old Grand Master Ares seemed to be thoroughly disappointed in Jay. His aged face w