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Spoiled by Mr. Russellย ย ย Chapter 1570
"Okay, let's say he changed. What are you planning to do next? Are you going to cut him off?" Lily knew Anastasia was fuming with anger, so she played along."Yeah! Who cares! I'm not scared of him!" Anastasia retorted.Lily instinctively laughed when she heard that. "It's not a question of whether or not youโre afraid. It's a question of your reluctance.""Iโฆof course, I am willing to! There's nothing to be reluctant about!""Silly girl! It's just a dispute. Besides, adults will always weigh the pros and cons before they act. Of course, I'm not dismissing your importance, but maybe your father had other things to reconsider. Maybe he isn't brushing you off. Maybe he's just pushing it aside for now," Lily said.To be frank, she had no idea what was happening with Cameron. Even if she was not there and did not see anything, Anastasia's story sounded too strange. Still, things were more complex than they seemed.Lily had met Cameron several times before. She could see the love he h
Spoiled by Mr. Russellย ย ย Chapter 1571
It was Mike Corden. A man wearing a white coat, a mask, and a hat stood beside Mike. Austin could not see his face, but he was holding a familiar-looking tray with a syringe and a bottle of drugs.The man bent over, took Austinโs arm, and jabbed it with the syringe.Austin felt as if a mosquito had bitten him. He wanted to struggle free but was unable to move. Without much energy, he felt limp and thought something was wrong with his body.โArghโฆ arghโฆโ He struggled in vain to make a sound as if something was choking him.The man in the white coat straightened up after pulling out the needle. He had emptied whatever drug was inside the syringe into Austinโs body. The man nodded and left while Mike stood there, gazing at Austin quietly.Austin wanted to chide him and ask what they injected him with. He wished to know what they were doing because he felt like a 1000-pound rock was weighing him down.โIt looks like Iโm not dead yet, but worse! Before this, I at least knew I was in t
Spoiled by Mr. Russellย ย ย Chapter 1572
Mike chuckled. โYouโre not that dumb after all.โ โYouโre experimenting on human beings?โ Austin's voice broke from the shock. He had guessed so but still found it hard to believe. โNo one in their right mind would conduct experiments on living humans in the modern era. International organizations would condemn this inhumane crime against humanity.โNothing would ever be tried out on living humans in the name of medical discovery or innovation. Just who the f*ck are these people? I didn't even realize it after working with them for so long.โMike didn't respond but instead stared at him coldly. His eyes behind the glasses were unfathomable, and one could not guess what he was thinking. โWhat are you looking at? Have I said anything wrong? If you guys are experimenting on human beings, then youโre animals! No, youโre worse than animals! Youโฆ youโฆโAustin wanted to continue his tirade but found that he could not. His throat felt like it was being rolled around in hot oil, and he
Spoiled by Mr. Russellย ย ย Chapter 1573
He seemed rather upset. โI could only describe what I observed. You know this is not my profession. I canโt possibly write a detailed report.โ Mike appeared innocent as he opened his arms. โThis kind of job is more suitable for Rhea.โโSo youโre complaining that I asked you to do this instead of Rhea?โ Looking up, the man asked unhappily. His voice, rough and unpleasant, was unsettling. Mike shook his head. โNo, thatโs not what I meant. Iโm just saying that this is not my profession, and I know little about it. So I might make mistakes or not perform a detailed and objective observation. Iโฆ worry that Iโd delay the progress of the experiment,โ he replied in a seemingly objective manner. โHmmโฆโ The impatient man thought about it seriously. โRhea is doing another more important experiment and cannot afford to make any mistakes. Also, we are short on staffing. Otherwise, I wouldnโt ask you to do it.โMike remained quiet. โI know youโre against it, and you still have some softnes
Spoiled by Mr. Russellย ย ย Chapter 1574
โThe police had just investigated the research institute. Although they did not discover anything, we attracted their attention.โBesides, weโre in Hyderland and Kingsland. What kind of tricks can we pull under their watchful eyes? Itโs already not easy to secure this shabby basement in the equally shabby hospital. This is the only place where others wouldnโt discover us.โ โWhatโs so difficult about it? I think youโre just finding excuses!โ The man roared without much concern. He only knew that staying in a place like this would smother and bore him to death. โIf you canโt find a more suitable place for us to move to, then your sonโฆโ As he deliberated, a malicious grin formed on his lips. Mike was alarmed. โThis has nothing to do with my son! Even if you kill him, I wonโt be able to do things beyond me. Iโm already trying my best to think of solutions. Furthermore, the experiment has reached its final stage.โThis place is the most suitable, as weโre in a hospital. It wouldn't
Spoiled by Mr. Russellย ย ย Chapter 1575
Lily gazed at Alexander, seemingly sleeping on the bed. She knitted her brow tightly and observed his face while checking his pulse. She lifted her eyelids to look at him, and her expression grew somber.Only when she let go of Alexanderโs wrist did Greg ask, โHow is he?โโThe virus might have mutated,โ Lily said while looking at him.โWhat does it mean?โ Greg raised his voice. He knew little about it except that it sounded scary.After some thought, Lily looked at Greg and said, โHe canโt stay here. I have to bring him to another place.โGreg was stunned and shook his head repeatedly. โNo, Alexander said he shouldnโt leave before he gets completely well, or he would spread the disease to others.โโItโs indeed contagious, but Iโm afraid heโll die if he stays here any longer. The virus has started to mutate. If we donโt contain it, I have no idea what it will become or whether it will mutate again. I donโt have enough resources, either. We can only save him by transferring him to
Spoiled by Mr. Russellย ย ย Chapter 1576
All personnel took safety measures during the transfer as they had limited knowledge about the virus. All they knew was that experts within the country were researching it, and a vaccine development project had been launched, although it had yet to succeed.Lily chose a small hospital in the suburb of Kingsland instead of a larger hospital in the city for two reasons. First, she worried that the virus would spread in a crowded area.Second, even though it was a small hospital, she could access all the necessary equipment and workforce through the Russell familyโs influence. Therefore, it was okay if its location was a bit remote.They transferred Alexander discreetly and did not reveal it to outsiders. Even those who came to escort Alexander were chosen among his most loyal bodyguards to ensure everyone would keep it a secret.Alexanderโs condition was somewhat stable during the journey, although he remained feverish and did not wake up. He also looked pale and emaciated. Lily was
Spoiled by Mr. Russellย ย ย Chapter 1577
Maria felt even more pleased when Rhea obliged her. โLook! I got the maids to make goat cheese salad, stuffed tomatoes, and roasted fish with wild mushrooms. You loved them the most when you were little.โRheaโs expression changed when her mother mentioned her childhood.Maria noticed it and quickly said, โI wonder if theyโre still your favorites. If you donโt want to eat them, tell me what you would like to eat, and Iโll get them to prepare it!โโThereโs no need. Food is just there to make us full.โ Rhea sat at the table, picked up the spoon and fork, and looked disinterested.Mariaโs spirit dampened. She was slightly embarrassed and glanced at her husband.Fabian only frowned back. โWhy did you bring up her childhood? You knew Rhea hated it the most!โWhen the couple returned from the Rollinsโ house the other day, they talked all night as they had no idea that Rhea hated her childhood that much. They always thought she was only jealous of Anastasia back then, and it was not a b
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Spoiled by Mr. Russellย ย ย Chapter 2452
Lily tilted her head up to fight back her tears, saying, โThereโs something I find strange.โโWhat is it?โ Mike asked after comforting his son.โInstead of detaining Prince Ross, Her Majesty has sent him back to Yudonia. If so, why couldnโt we reach him?โAfter some thought, Mike answered, โThere are two possibilities. Itโs probably due to poor signals, or he doesnโt want us to contact him.โThe two shared a look, knowing what each other was wondering.โWhy canโt we contact Ross? Is he planning something?โโฆThree days later, Lily inserted the last needle into the queenโs leg and looked up at her, saying, โYou should start feeling your legs tomorrow. Still, itโll take some time before you can stand.โSuddenly, Lily chuckled.โWhy are you laughing?โ Yasmin touched her legs. She had begun to regain sensation in her legs over the last two days. She then began to believe that she could get up. However, the queen was hesitant when the queen heard Lily chuckle.Lily shook her head
Spoiled by Mr. Russellย ย ย Chapter 2451
Lily straightened up and said without resentment, โOf course, you wouldnโt.โโThatโsโฆ quite a pity,โ the queen murmured thoughtfully.โWell, thereโs a price to pay for everything. Thatโs how the world balances itself,โ Lily continued, โI canโt stop you if you must carry on with R10. Still, I wonโt witness whether or not it succeeds. I just wish the outcome isnโt something youโll regret.โLily smiled and turned to head out the door.Rick heard their conversation as he stood guard outside. After exchanging looks with Lily as she brushed past him, he entered the room and saw the needles in Yasminโs legs. โYour Majesty, those needlesโโThe queen waved dismissively. โItโs okay. Lily will remove them later.โEven so, Rick was wary. โYouโre being too careless, Your Majesty. What if that womanโโโShe wouldnโt,โ Yasmin interjected, shaking her head."Why do you trust her so much?" Rick asked despite himself. The queen fell silent. If Rick had not asked her that, she would not have rea
Spoiled by Mr. Russellย ย ย Chapter 2450
Lily took out a cloth and unfolded it, revealing a row of silver needles inside. Yasmin was surprised she carried the needles with her.โTell me. What do you want?โ The queen took a deep breath to calm herself. She then reminded herself that she could always say no to Lilyโs request. Still, Yasmin was cautious about Lily trying to trick her.Lily casually said, "I left because Prince Ross wanted to help me. I hope you donโt punish him.""That's it?" Yasmin thought she had misheard Lily. 'Is she trying to talk terms with me just so that I won't punish my son?' she wondered in disbelief."Ross is my son. I won't harm him. Don't you think you've wasted an opportunity by making such a request?" The queen shook her head. "I wasnโt sure if youโd blame him, but he did rescue me once. If I don't do anything, it would be ungrateful of me," Lily said gently, "Also, didnโt you already lock him up?"Yasmin was puzzled. "No, I only sent him back to Yudonia. He kept trying to get me to sto
Spoiled by Mr. Russellย ย ย Chapter 2449
"Three days," Lily replied.โThatโs it?!โ Yasmin was in disbelief. She thought Lily would try to buy some more time and suspected she would say the process would take several months or even years.โI havenโt felt my legs for over a decade. I wouldnโt mind waiting for three more days.โโAre you sure I can get up and walk in just three days?โ Yasmin pressed her legs hard but felt nothing. She would have treated her legs long ago if it were that easy.The queen had visited many famous doctors from various countries, but they could only stop her legs from getting weaker. However, Lily confidently told Yasmin that she could fix her legs so quickly.Yasmin wanted to believe it.After some consideration, Lily said, โI canโt guarantee that youโll walk as fast as you once could. After all, you havenโt used your legs for a long time, and your muscles have atrophied. Still, youโll recover slowly.โYasmin nodded repeatedly, thinking it was good enough. She never dreamed of walking as well a
Spoiled by Mr. Russellย ย ย Chapter 2448
โBecause only our opinions matter." Lily thought of something and said, "Unless you choose to believe Rhea.""Iโฆ don't trust anyone." Yasminโs expression stiffened as she turned her wheelchair away."Your Majesty, I know you're dedicated to the experiment, but there are other things in life. Have you ever considered letting go of your burden to sightsee? Youโve done enough as a queen over the last few decades. Arenโt you tired of living a lonely life?โLily gently spoke as she gazed at Yasminโs back.The older woman caressed her knees with both hands and stared down at her legs, murmuring, โSightsee, huh? Iโve forgotten what thatโs like.โYasmin had not used her legs for many years. Initially, she could still stand up and sometimes took a few steps. However, she could no longer get to her feet.She had grown accustomed to sitting in a wheelchair, but she felt a pang of sorrow after hearing Lilyโs suggestion.Lily asked, โWhat if I can help you stand again? What if you can walk a
Spoiled by Mr. Russellย ย ย Chapter 2447
"Yes, I returned not just for him but also for you," Lily said, "I'm sure you were anxious for my return, weren't you?"Yasmin scoffed dismissively. "Why would I be? I have my bargaining chip. Besides, did you honestly think I couldnโt bring you back?""Bargaining chip? Do you mean Nick?" Lily shook her head with a smile. "Don't forget that he's not my son. Do you think he'll be much of a bargaining chip to you if I choose to ignore him for my three children?"She did not wait for Yasmin to reply and continued, "Besides, Nick still has a father whoโs willing to die for him. If Mike decides to take drastic action against youโ Yes, you're a queen, and you don't care much about an insignificant businessman.โHowever, don't forget that his business spans worldwide. There's no guarantee what he might do. Who knows, he might spread information that can affect Your Majesty and Yudonia's reputation?""Youโฆ" The queen was exasperated but could not retort.Lily noticed it and casually said
Spoiled by Mr. Russellย ย ย Chapter 2446
Rick could only remain silent at that moment.Yasmin then turned her wheelchair around and blandly said, โBring Lily over. Iโd like to see what excuses that sly woman can come up with.โ"Your Majesty?" Rick was puzzled. "You know she'll just lie to you. Why must youโ"Yasmin interjected, "I'd like to hear what she has to say."Rick had no choice but to leave and do as she said.As Lily was about to doze off, she heard noises from outside and opened her eyes. Immediately after, the door opened, and Rick appeared. He glared at her and spoke coldly, โHer Majesty wants to see you.โLily glanced at Rick calmly and stood up as if she had expected his appearance. On the other hand, Mike rose before her and headed out.However, Rick stopped him as he reached the door. โYou stay.โ"But we came together!" Mike glanced over his shoulder at Lily, signaling her to persuade the man. Rick added, "The queen doesnโt wish to see you. Just stay here!"Lily patted Mike's shoulder and said gentl
Spoiled by Mr. Russellย ย ย Chapter 2445
Everyone was shocked when Lily returned to the embassy with Mike. One of the staff members quickly left to report the news to Queen Yasmin.Meanwhile, Lily saw people peering at her and Mike from the corner. Afterward, several guarded-looking men appeared. Lilt recognized them as the queenโs attendants. They brought Mike and Lily inside and then gave the duo a thorough search.The men only relaxed after finding nothing suspicious about the duo. Even so, Lily could not see the queen as the men told her to wait in an innermost room instead.After returning to the embassy, Lily felt a sense of strange familiarity. Although she knew the place well, her mindset had changed.She previously hated the embassy and simply wanted to escape. However, she had returned with a critical mission. Not only did she have to complete it, but she also needed to leave the place in one piece.While she was calm, Mike was somewhat anxious. He clasped his hands on his knees and glanced around as he sat dow
Spoiled by Mr. Russellย ย ย Chapter 2444
"I promise I'll do anything you want, okay?" Mike begged. He was desperate to see his son, so he decided to follow Lily when she insisted on returning to the embassy.Mike continued, โIf any of you go with her, they might stop or suspect you. They wonโt do that to me. Itโs natural for me to want to see and rescue my son. Iโm the best candidate because it makes sense for me to sacrifice myself for him.โAfter a short silence, Lily said, โYouโre right.โ She then looked at Alexander, who pondered before slowly raising his head and saying, โMe too.โDominic tapped the table. "So do I."Cameron thought for a moment before saying, "I've no objections."Seeing this, Austin spread his arms and said, "Since you all agree, what else can I say? Let's do it!"It did not matter whether or not he agreed, but he just wanted to support Mike. The latter nodded and became emotional, saying, โThanks, you guys!โ"Why are you thanking us? Just be careful, and donโt be rash like you promised," Aust
