“Then rest well and don’t get too agitated. We can talk more later.”He pulled the curtains, left the ward, and stayed guard outside.Fia opened her eyes and looked at the ceiling numbly.Conrad left without saying anything else. To her, it was proof that he didn’t know how to get it through his wife.Maybe, he didn’t even want to find an effort to get it through her.The person that he was in love with had always been Esme Manning. And what did that make her?She slowly drifted into sleep as her mind wandered.… “Why didn’t you tell me that Fia is already awake?” Eileen said with annoyance when she saw Conrad sitting on a bench in the corridor early in the morning when she returned.She blinked, and blinked again. She was shocked.“Why are you smoking in the hospital?!”Conrad glared at her coldly and extinguished the cigarette that he smoked halfway by planting it on the back of his leather shoe. He then got up and threw it into the bin.Eileen looked at him with disdain
Fia smiled coldly. All she could think of was the image on the screen that she saw on the day of her accident.A handsome man in a black suit and a woman in a tight red dress. How matching were they?And her?When she got married to him, she never received anything like that.“You’re lying. You had the entire city’s reporters over just for an engagement with her and broadcasted it to the entire city of Gryphon, and you dare say that you treat me as your wife?”Conrad knew that if he didn’t explain anything, Fia would have continued to blame him.He quickly said, “The only reason I did that was for them to retract their statements and cancel the court case!“The testimonies from those people and the record of your transfer was extremely disadvantageous for you! I had no choice but to agree to the Mannings’ demand!”Fia frowned as she began to feel confused. She didn’t know what was true anymore.She then remembered something and said coldly, “Then, do you know that Eileen had a
Before Eileen left, she closed the door for the two of them.She knew that despite how calm Fia was presenting herself, she still loved Conrad deeply.If Conrad could wake up, she wouldn’t mind if Fia wanted to give him another chance.Because giving Conrad a chance was the same as Fia giving herself another chance.Unlike her, she had no chance from the very beginning.“I’ll help you with the chicken soup.”Conrad raised the bed a bit more so that Fia wouldn’t hurt that much when she sat up.Fia’s mind was filled with the news about Conrad sending Esme to the police station as she stared at him numbly.“Here, open your mouth.” It was rare for him to be so patient. He was also being genuine.Fia opened her mouth and he quickly fed her a spoonful of chicken soup.She could taste the carrots and onions from the soup. It was delicious.It reminded her of Jason.Even an outsider could treat her so well. Her husband was simply doing his duty.Not to mention that Esme had it com
“Why are you still smoking?” Sapphire looked at Conrad’s pockets. She could see the pack of cigarettes.Conrad didn’t explain. Instead, he openly took out a cigarette and sat. He put it into his mouth and lit it up.“What is it?”“I’m here to visit Fia. But I can hear that she’s still angry. I guess I shouldn’t go in.”Sapphire took out an envelope and stuffed it into Conrad’s hand.Conrad could feel the weight of the envelope. There were at least a thousand dollars in there.“You don’t have the right to say no. This is for Fia. Buy her something nutritious.”“You think I wouldn’t get her food?”“It’s from me,” Sapphire said as she chose a seat that was two seats away from Conrad and sat down.“Last time I was here, I said something that was unkind to her. Please apologize to her on my behalf.”Conrad tossed the envelope and it fell on the seat in between them. “I got it. Take the money back.”“Why are you so bullheaded, Conrad? She’s your wife. I’m representing your family
“Do what you like, as long as you’re happy.” Conrad originally wanted to say something to stop her. But he was confused about his own matters, and he knew that whatever he said was useless.“I hope that you and Fia will come together for my wedding.”“I will, but I can’t make her decisions for her.”After sending Sapphire off, Conrad continued to smoke outside.Only when noon came and when he saw Mrs. Taylor came with lunch, did he quickly stand up.“Why are you smoking, Master Maxwell?”“Give the food to me. I’ll bring it in.”“You should at least wash up first!” Mrs. Taylor sighed and brought the food in.“Madam, I’m here with your lunch.”When she saw how Fia simply remained there without a word, she tried to fake a relaxing tone saying, “I didn’t make anything spicy today, but these are all plain enough to help you with your recovery. I’ve prepared mixed fruit in vanilla yogurt for you. I know you like it.”Despite how bitter Fia felt, when she recalled how sweet and crea
After Fia was done eating with Mrs. Taylor’s assistance, the latter cleaned up and sat down, and looked at Fia.When her eyes looked into Fia’s numb ones, her heart became soft.“Say what’s in your mind, Mrs. Taylor.”“Madam, I won’t give you any advice. It’s just that… I’m feeling terrible, so let me talk to you about something.”“Yes. I’m listening.” Fia lowered her eyes and tightened her grip.While Mrs. Taylor wasn’t going to advise her anything, she knew that what she was going to say to her would become blades that cut open her wounded heart.“In about a month or so, Master Maxwell is going to be thirty. I have always wished for the two of you to have a child so that I can raise him or her while I still have some strength left in me.“You believe me, don’t you?“I was the one who took care of the master since he was little. He worked hard, but because he didn’t grow up with his parents’ love, his personality became flawed.“His temper… is like a bag of explosives. He doe
Fia shrank back into the bad. She wasn’t used to how he was taking care of her.A few seconds later, Conrad whispered, “Do you need to change your pad?”“What?!” Fia was shocked.“Sally told me to help you change your pad once every two hours,” Conrad said, embarrassed. He had never helped a girl change that.But she was his wife and she had suffered so much. He was willing to take good care of her.“No!” Fia could feel her heartbeat becoming erratic as she pulled her blanket close. She wished she could cover her head under the blanket.“Fia, we’re husband and wife. It’s normal to do something like this. You don’t have to feel embarrassed.”“Who’s getting embarrassed?! I just think that you’re too noisy and you’re disturbing my rest.”“You want to sleep directly after lunch?”“Is it wrong that I want to sleep?!”Fia raised her voice and Conrad quickly stepped back.“My bad. I shouldn’t have said anything like that. Rest well. I won’t say anything anymore.”Fia could still s
“Fia,” Conrad muttered as he held her cold hand.His amber eyes slowly turned red.In that instant, he could empathize with her sorrow and despair.When he saw how Fia was unable to wake up from her nightmare, he lied on the bed and used his strong arms to keep her close to him. He then rubbed her back.“It’s just a dream, Fia. It’s okay. Everything will pass. We’ll get our baby back.” His tone was calm and gentle and he continued to whisper in her ears again and again.Slowly, Fia calmed down as she fell into a deep sleep.When Fia woke up, she saw an Adam's apple. She was stunned.“You’re awake?” the man asked her.Fia wanted to push him away and get out of his arms, but the hospital bed was not wide enough and she almost fell off the bed.“Careful!” Conrad pulled her back in with a serious expression on his face. “What if you fall?”Fia looked at him, confused. She then asked, “Why are you on my bed?”Conrad stared at her for two seconds. He didn’t want to tell her the tr
She was not worthy of him.Right from the start."Wait a moment."She lowered her head to treat the wounds of a mother and son, then stood up with the medical kit and smiled at him."Shall I treat you to a meal?""Sure."She led him through the damp and moldy alley to a shabby restaurant.She ordered two bowls of noodles in the local language, sat down at the old table, took out a handkerchief, and wiped it vigorously.Conrad looked at her. It was obvious that she was different from before.She had gone through hardship, suffering, despair, and then settled down.The noodles were not delicious. There was no oil or salt, and even the soup was bland and tasteless.He looked at her sallow face and said, "Is this what you've been eating the whole year you’ve been here?""This is considered a good meal." Annie did not complain and said that she usually just ate some steamed buns.The conditions here were poor and backward in various ways.Moreover, Lucifer was determined to ma
Fia stood on the streets, looking at the photos and remembering what Lucifer had once mentioned."When everything is over, how about I take you, Adrian, and Irene on a trip?"The man's blue eyes were like the sea, looking at her deeply.She fell into a daze for a moment back then.After coming back to her senses, she replied without emotion, "You should find a partner and travel around the world, and I should live a good life with my children."The sound of car horns on the road brought Fia back from her thoughts.She looked at the blue sky and white clouds and remembered the beggar boy she met on the bridge when she was a child.If he hadn't been taken away that day, would it have been different if he managed to wait until she and her mother went to find him?The days ahead were still very long, and she was not sure whether she would be able to live peacefully with Conrad in the future.But she would never swallow her anger like she did before.Later, Conrad, a decisive char
Irene whimpered, turned around, and hugged Adrian. "Adrian, does Daddy not want us anymore?""No, don't talk nonsense! Didn't you hear what Daddy just said?""I heard him, but why do we have to choose? I won't be happy no matter who Mommy marries.""Shut up!" Adrian was a little anxious. If this silly sister of his said in front of everyone that their mommy could marry two men, it would be over!"Why shut up? Why can't we be with Mommy, Daddy, and our biological dad..."Adrian immediately covered her mouth. He knew that this sister of his could not speak normal words!Everyone in the audience also had mixed emotions. Those who originally complained about Lucifer’s actions all became quiet at this moment.With Lucifer’s blessings, Conrad took off the mask.Fia looked at him, tears rolling down her face.How much she had wished to have a wedding back then. She did not expect it to be so many years late.Conrad said with difficulty, "I didn't expect him to do this either."He w
"Do you really want to stop the wedding?" Lucifer smiled half-heartedly, looking at him like a fool.***"What's going on? Why hasn't the groom come yet?" Everyone couldn't help discussing.Fia stood on the stage and exchanged looks with the emcee.Both of them were a little tired from standing.The emcee asked her awkwardly, "The groom?""He should be coming soon." After Fia finished speaking, the wind blew and revealed her face under the veil. "Just wait."The emcee cursed internally. 'It's really rare to have a wedding with such a beautiful bride kept waiting.'Fia fiddled with the veil on her head to cover her face, making her hazy beauty even more attractive.Just as everyone was waiting impatiently, the music suddenly changed to a more passionate one.The groom appeared.Wearing a black suit with gold threads and a blue rose on his chest, the six-foot-two man wore a golden mask on his face.With just one glance, Fia’s heart suddenly jumped and her body temperature bec
The two kids could only rush back to find their mother and tell her what happened.Fia did not panic. "You were raised by Daddy. Don't you trust him? He is a man who keeps his promises. He said he is just inviting them to the wedding, so they are just attending the wedding."Even though she was suspicious in her heart, she would not speak ill of him to her two children.This island belonged to Lucifer, and his spies were everywhere.If he was infuriated, no one stood to gain anything from it."But that person was not arranged to sit down. He was taken into the woods," Adrian said anxiously.Fia turned to look at her son. "Are you worried about him?"Adrian could not look directly at her.Irene spoke first. "I'm the one who’s worried. I don't want them to fight.""Oh." Fia reassured them. "It should be fine. Today is a special day. Your daddy will not want to see blood."She thought Lucifer was simply afraid that Conrad would cause trouble, so he brought him to the island to l
Amused, Lucifer said, "Those people are not under my command.""They gave you all the companies under their names. You said you'd let bygones be bygones, but if you go back on your word, how will your subordinates see you?"Fia’s eyes were a little arrogant.Lucifer’s expression turned cold and he stared at her and said, "How important do you think Hellish Training Camp is to me?""Then give it away!" Fia raised her eyebrows, her eyes full of teasing.Lucifer was speechless for a couple of seconds and explained to her seriously in a rare instance, "Those people have sacrificed a lot since they started following me. I can't ignore them. Except one day when there is a more suitable successor. I will take the initiative to give up my position.""Then you have to lead them well." Fia smiled slyly.Lucifer gritted his teeth with hatred. "Marrying you is equivalent to marrying a housekeeper. From now on, must everything I do have your permission?"Fia said, "Invisible shackles."On
"I got it.""Thank you, Daddy!" Adrian kissed him twice on the face. "My sister and I will take care of you until you die.""Hahahaha!" Lucifer could not stop laughing. "Okay, I'll wait until you two grow up to see me off."He smiled while carrying Adrian and walked to Fia and Irene.Irene was eating something and said vaguely, "Adrian’s temper is getting worse now, and he lost his temper with me.""Who is angry with you!" Adrian slid off Lucifer. "Who do you think you are, that you can influence me?""Mommy, Adrian is shouting at me!" Irene pouted.Adrian turned his back. "Forget it. I won't talk to you anymore."Lucifer and Fia looked at Irene."Mommy, Daddy, what are you looking at me for?" Irene blinked, looking innocent.Lucifer sat down beside her. "Adrian should love you, but you should also respect him.""Didn't I respect him?" Irene was a little confused.Fia said, "While I'm still here, you just spread rumors that he is angry with you."Irene replied, "But he was
Eileen returned to the living room."Is she really going to marry Lucifer?" Victor asked nervously.Eileen remained silent.Victor threw the spatula in his hand. "Can't you stop her for a bit?""Why should I stop her? No matter who she marries, she will always be my best friend!" Eileen said angrily. "Whoever wants to stop her should stop her on their own!"Victor saw that she was angry and quickly picked up the spatula. "I'm going to cook."Eileen rolled her eyes at him, sat on the sofa, and scrolled through her phone.Thinking of Adrian and Irene, she could not help but feel a little irritable.What if Fia and Lucifer had a child in the future?For the happiness of the two children, she forwarded the photo sent by Fia to Conrad.After Conrad received the photo, he immediately ordered everyone under him to put down all work and find the location in the photo.Three days later.The wedding on the island was beautifully decorated, dreamy and gorgeous, with Lucifer’s involvem
Soon, Fia knew what they were doing with just a little of the decoration showing.Decorating the wedding venue.Irene was a little girl who was very happy when she saw balloons and pink ribbons.She ran over and grabbed them, but her brother, Adrian, slapped her little hand."Don't cause trouble!""So beautiful! These uncles and aunts were invited by Daddy. Can't I play with these things?"Adrian pinched her cheek and said, "That's Daddy decorating the wedding scene for Mommy!""What?" Irene immediately retracted her hand and said with an apologetic look. "I'm sorry. I didn't know."Adrian rubbed her head and said, "It doesn't matter. Don’t simply meddle. It should be beautiful when it's done."Irene nodded, took her brother’s hand and hid under a nearby coconut tree, and spent the whole day doing nothing except cooking and watching them.By evening, the dreamy and beautiful wedding scene was mostly completed.Irene leaned against her brother and asked dully, "Daddy and Momm