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Seeing the way she suddenly guarded herself, Kevan's heart ached for her. It was so strong that it overpowered the sadness he felt at her distrust of him."You can depend on me in the future," he said, "Let me take care of Aster's safety." Her weak shoulders should not need to bear such a thing.Larissa froze. She suddenly felt like crying again, and she looked down to hide her teary eyes.…"You've talked things out with Mr. Rogers?" Lewis brought in a plate of peeled apples. He gave her one that had not yet turned brown.Larissa bit into it, and the sweet apple juice sprayed out. They stained the white sheets."I guess so," she mumbled as she chewed the apple.The truth was, she had a lot of questions in her mind. Such as, why let her get pregnant with his child? Why was he so cruel to Ruby? And what on earth did he feel for her right now?Without the "memory loss," all the things that made sense before now did not. But she could not have asked any of these questions when thi
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Lewis was right. The police only arrested Janine long enough to question her and scold her before letting her go again. They did not even ask her to settle things with Larissa in private.The hotel reacted fast, though. They fired Janine at once and paid her current month's salary in full. They were afraid that she might come back and cause trouble again.The security on Larissa's floor had increased. The hotel's assistant manager brought a group of his subordinates to visit Larissa as well as apologize. He even brought a beautiful gift.As they were all former colleagues, Larissa did not make things hard on them. They sat together and chatted for a while. The assistant manager asked Larissa, "Ms. Seymour, will you still be coming back in the future?"Larissa waved her hand. "Nope! Do your best. The position of general manager will be yours soon!"The assistant manager was like her. He had jumped ship from the Regal Dynasty. He had reached a pretty high position back there
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Larissa would never go with the man in black.Even if the car was bashed into twisted metal, she could still resist for a bit. Maybe she could even drag things out until Lewis came back.The man in black got angrier, likely because she refused to get out of the car. "You really want to do this the hard way, huh?"He swung the baseball bat again. The sounds of the car window glass shattering could be heard. The glass cracked into multiple pieces, and some of the pieces flew into the car. The pieces landed on the car seat.Without this layer of protection, Larissa could clearly see the cruel smile in the man's eyes."Well? Get out now!" He threatened her.Larissa pinched the flesh of her palm. She struggled to maintain her calm appearance."There are multiple surveillance cameras here," she said, her voice trembling just a bit. "Do you think that the police can't find you?"Who knew that the man in black was not the least bit afraid when she said that? He even went as far as
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The man in black angrily whacked at the car with his baseball bat. The whole basement parking lot only had the sounds of the car getting smashed.Larissa was curled up in the space between the two front seats. She covered her ears with her hands. Her body rocked along with the car."Why aren't you getting out?" the man in black roared angrily.The four windows had already been broken by him, and the car seats were littered with sharp glass. Larissa could barely just put her feet down at the place where she was hiding."You really want to die?"The baseball bat reached in from the driver-side window and began smashing the steering wheel and the dashboard.Larissa had no weapons, so she could not fight back. She could only hide here and there, and drag out time and wait for someone to save her."If you come out on your own, I promise I won't hurt you!" Seeing that doing things the hard way would not work, the man's attitude softened just a little. "Our goal is not to hurt you! You
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The man in black hurriedly avoided the glass pieces. His hand that was holding onto Larissa's wrist also began to loosen.The cap and mask helped him block off most of the glass pieces, and he was not hurt at all. However, Larissa's soft palm was bleeding from numerous new cuts.Her resistance pissed off the man in black fully. He whipped out a pocket knife from his pocket, and the blade of the knife gleamed in the dimly lit environment."Since you wanna die, I'll make sure you do then!"He began to stab his knife madly into the car.Larissa held her bag in front of her as she began to change positions based on his movements. Her energy was completely gone. She was only following her survival instincts to fight back.After who knew how long, hurried footsteps could be heard in the large parking lot.Both man and woman looked over at the source of the noise. A tall figure was rushing over here.Larissa recognized him at once. It was Kevan!But her joy had not lasted two seconds
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Kevan did not move. He seemed not to have heard Larissa's words, and he did not even bother to look at her. He stared at the man in black rushing at him. The moment the man in black reached out, Kevan swiftly grabbed the man's wrist.The man screamed in pain as the knife in his hand fell to the floor.Kevan moved his foot and kicked the knife under the car parked nearby.The man in black watched as the knife vanished under the car. Then, his eyes were filled with fear and hopelessness."You …" He just started to speak when his feet were suddenly off the floor. He had no time to react as his world turned wildly about. Then, his back slammed heavily onto the floor, and he felt like his spine was going to break. The man in black moaned in pain as tears spilled down his cheeks.Kevan stood next to him before dropping one foot onto the man's chest while he gazed at him. "Who sent you?" he asked coldly.The man refused to speak. Kevan pressed down harder with his foot, and the man scre
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When Kevan and the police were talking, Lewis opened the car door and let Larissa out."Are you alright?" Lewis pulled on Larissa's arm and checked her over. Her face and neck were uninjured, but her hand—Lewis hissed. "We'll go to the hospital right now!"Hearing the word "hospital," Kevan tensed up as he came over to ask hoarsely, "What's wrong?"Lewis forced Larissa to open up her palm. The scary cuts on her palm were exposed before their very eyes."It's not too serious …" Larissa smiled timidly, and she tried to take her hand back from Lewis. But she failed, of course.Kevan's gaze stayed on her palm for a very long time.Just as Larissa said, the cuts were not too serious. The bleeding had stopped long ago. It just looked hideous, that was all. But the fear and self-blame in Kevan's heart was still there."I'm sorry," he mumbled in a low voice.Larissa watched him in confusion. "Why are you apologizing?"She heard everything Ronan said. The one who instructed him to do
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Lewis' car had been completely destroyed, so it naturally could not be driven.Kevan sent them to the closest hospital based on Lewis' request.Larissa resisted the whole way, saying that she was not bleeding anymore. "It doesn't hurt either. It'll heal in two days. We will be late for our flight."…The men in the car ignored her words.There were many patients in the hospital waiting for their turn. Kevan wanted to use his position to jump a few numbers, but Larissa stopped him. "It's not like we're in a rush right now."Her eyes showed annoyance, and her voice was very unhappy.Her annoyed look was cute to Kevan. His eyes were filled with gentleness as his words carried a hint of his smile. "Don't be mad." He patted her head. "Once your injuries are taken care of, I'll send you to the airport. You will be able to leave today."His attitude made Larissa's unhappiness disappear quickly. She looked down to hide the redness on her face, and she replied coldly, "'Kay then."They
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Wendy said, "You have to walk faster than this, Larissa! It's almost time! Your husband can't wait!""Alright!" Larissa quickly gathered up her skirts and followed her.The sun was out.Its golden rays shone softly on the red carpet through the rose petals.Larissa suppressed her desire to stay here for a little while longer and quickly walked toward the end.It was the door to the glass hall.Gary held Aster's hand and his cane in the other, waiting for her at the entrance.When he saw her, Aster immediately let go of Gary's hand and rushed toward her. "You're so pretty today, Mommy!"Larissa patted his head and smiled gently. "Thank you."Aster was her flower boy. Like Gary, he was wearing a tuxedo with a little bowtie.He was holding a basket that was proportionate to his body. In it were rose petals of various colors and shapes.The music suddenly began playing.Gary walked up to her and extended his arm toward her. "Let's go."He looked at her with a smile, his eyes g
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Gary and Lewis left Bartham after two days.Blue Star did not give them time off. They couldn't stay for long.Larissa's holidays were coming to an end as well. Half of the time, she was in the Rogers' villa.Because of the pandemic, most of the shops weren't open yet. She slept and ate at home most of the time and accompanied her family. It was quite nice.After the holidays, Kevan and Larissa went back to work.Aster was sent to the kindergarten that he'd been to before. Violet was the one who drove him to and fro.In fact, in order to better take care of him, the parents moved out of Rogers' villa and bought a house in Kevan and Larissa's neighborhood.The days passed in the blink of an eye.Blue Star's company in Bartham was quickly built. Lewis sent over a few loyal and trained employees to hold the fort with Larissa and hired people according to the company's needs. The company was soon on the right track, and the headquarters' work was moved over.Larissa grew busier an
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Violet had set aside Larissa's breakfast for her.Larissa ate with reddened cheeks. Kevan and Aster, who had been waiting for her, got up at the same time. Violet brought out a boxful of pie from the kitchen."Don't forget this." She put the box in Kevan's hands."Alright. Thanks, Mom." Kevan looked at Larissa and asked, "Can we go now?"Larissa wanted to ignore him, but in front of Violet, she couldn't express her emotions right now."Yes," she replied, pulling Aster toward her. She said goodbye to Violet and strode out the door.Kevan smiled in slight annoyance and followed suit.…Kevan had told Aster beforehand that they were going to see Great-Grandpa. Thus, all of Aster's questions on the way there revolved around him."Why is great-grandpa called 'Great-Grandpa'?""Is he Grandpa's dad?""Is Great-Grandpa fierce?""If he's dead, how is he going to eat the pie?"…Kevan patiently answered all of his questions.Meanwhile, Larissa looked out the window silently.Keva
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Since Larissa had gone downstairs alone, it was natural to expect a few questions."Where's Kevan? Why isn't he coming down with you?""Where's Daddy? He said he would launch fireworks with me."Larissa walked over calmly and made up an excuse. "He's tired, so he showered and slept."The older people did not doubt her. Only Lewis stared at her thoughtfully."Oh … Why did Daddy sleep so early?" Aster pouted in disappointment."You can get him to launch fireworks with you tomorrow. It'll be the same." Larissa patted his head, keeping a calm expression on her face.Anthony and Violet gave the gifts they'd prepared to Larissa and Aster.Violet looked at them, tears falling down her cheeks."I have no regrets now," she said."Thank you, Mom." Larissa gave her a big hug.Violet was stunned, and she cried harder."Good girl." She hugged Larissa back, smiling widely.After Anthony and Violet, Gary and Lewis gave them their gifts. However, they were calm. Aster was so happy that he
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"Happy Reunion Day!"For some reason, Larissa's eyes became a little moist. Her voice even sounded a bit choked up."What's wrong?" Kevan nervously held her face, urging her to meet his gaze. "Didn't you like the fireworks just now?"She shook her head. "No, I really liked them!""Then, why are you crying?" Kevan couldn't stand seeing her cry; it tugged at his heart."I'm just very moved."She buried her face in his chest, speaking emotionally, "Welcoming the big family reunion dinner with the person you love is wonderful."The corners of Kevan's mouth gradually curved up as he heard what she said.The hand around her waist tightened inch by inch."I love you too, Lari."He lowered his head and planted a kiss on the top of her head.She hurriedly pushed him away as she sensed his body's response. But she couldn't move him much."They're still waiting for us downstairs!" she reminded him.Lewis knew she was awake, and the fireworks were already over. If they stayed he
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It was a rare occasion to have the entire extended family gathered together like this for the big family reunion dinner. In the evening, everyone was in high spirits, having enjoyed a bit of alcohol. Violet took advantage of the festive atmosphere and insisted that Gary and Lewis stay.Since Larissa woke up early after a day without proper rest, she was already feeling quite sleepy even though the reunion dinner TV celebration had just begun.Violet was understanding and told her to go to bed.Larissa tried to muster her energy to stay up."No, I'll at least wait until after midnight."She wasn't someone who adhered to rituals or traditions.In previous years, she wouldn't have stayed up late specifically to welcome the big family reunion dinner day.But this year was different.She had the companionship of her family.She was no longer a drifting, rootless plant in a foreign land.Kevan furrowed his brows slightly and gave her a gentle push."You should get some sleep.
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Larissa recalled that there was indeed such an incident.However, Kevan's excuse to her was that he needed to go to Westonia to handle matters concerning Edmund."Kevan knows how the customs work better than you! You're not even married. Yet, you're already taking his side!"Gary scoffed.His displeasure was quite obvious.Larissa chuckled awkwardly, then decided to come clean and reveal the whole truth. "Well, the truth is, Kevan and I never actually got divorced. I married him over six years ago."Gary hadn't heard this from Kevan.So, his emotions seemed conflicted upon first hearing that. He clutched his chest. It was as if he were experiencing some discomfort.Larissa and Lewis quickly approached him, asking with concern, "What's wrong? Are you okay?"In a sudden change of demeanor, Gary used his other hand to playfully tap Larissa's forehead.His expression instantly returned to normal. However, the tap was quite forceful, causing Larissa to wince in pain."If yo
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Larissa had to pick up Gary and Lewis early tomorrow morning. So, after having dinner, she returned to her room to freshen up and get ready for bed. As she lay down on the bed, she found herself tossing and turning, unable to fall asleep no matter what she did.Kevan had just managed to put Aster to sleep before coming into the room. He noticed that the lights were still on.He furrowed his brow and asked, "Why haven't you fallen asleep yet?"Larissa lifted the blanket and sat up abruptly. "I'm feeling very anxious right now," she admitted.Her hair was in disarray.There was a troubled expression on her face."Anxious about what?" Kevan inquired."Well, my dad is coming over tomorrow. What if he doesn't get along with your parents?" The mere thought of that possibility gave her a headache."Uncle Gary is a reasonable person. He won't easily give anyone a hard time," Kevan defended Gary.His words brought a smile to Larissa's face. "Are you saying he hasn't been gi
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"Alright, then. We shall head out." Larissa gathered her belongings and pulled Kevan toward the exit."I'll come pick you up tomorrow morning. It's almost the big family reunion dinner day. "So, it's hard to find a cab on the road. You might even find yourself waiting for half a day without coming across an empty cab."Gary didn't refuse. Instead, he requested, "Then, you come alone tomorrow."Her steps hesitated a moment, and she sighed inwardly. Gary really hadn't changed."Alright," she agreed.…As soon as they closed the door, Larissa began complaining to Kevan, "I thought my dad had really come around! Turns out, he still has reservations about you!"Kevan tightened his grip on her hand and smiled."Take it slow; there has to be a gradual process."He didn't expect Gary to change his attitude overnight. But as long as things were moving in a positive direction, he was content.She shrugged upon hearing that."Well, it's not me who's being wronged here; it's y
