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The moment Edmund left, Larissa asked a black-suited man for his phone. Her phone had been taken and thrown away by Edmund.She only remembered three phone numbers—her own, Wendy's, and Aster's.It was useless to call the first two numbers. Now, she could only put her hope on Aster. Lewis should be with him right now.Because she was worried that Edmund would come back quickly, she dialed the number and gave the phone back quickly."Look for Lewis Logan," Larissa quietly instructed the man, who did as he was told.The airport was really noisy. The flight announcements kept coming one after another.Larissa listened hard but she could not hear what the other person said on the phone.The man looked down and told her. "Lewis answered.""Tell him to go get Wendy Simmons." Larissa stared right ahead and did not make any eye contact with the man. "You should know where Wendy's being kept at, right?"Edmund should have called off the men watching Wendy. But if she escaped later, it
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Larissa and Edmund waited in the hall. Edmund still held her, pretending to be in love with her. Larissa knew that she could not escape his grip, so she did not bother trying.After some time had passed, Edmund finally got the picture from his guys. He showed Larissa his phone. "Here. Take a damn good look at it."In the picture, Wendy was still unconscious, and she was being held by a male colleague. The colleague was staring blankly at the camera, clearly confused by what was happening. Larissa had met this male colleague before. His relationship with Wendy was not bad, and he was trustworthy.Larissa sighed in relief.Edmund pulled his phone away and asked, "Can we leave now?" To wait for this photo, he had rebooked his flight ticket.There were not many flights from Westonia to Bartham. This flight's destination was Covenford, which was incredibly far away from Bartham. After landing, they had to make a connecting flight back to Bartham.Larissa's attitude was better than b
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The number of the sender was a Caldorian one. Larissa had a name, but she was not sure if it was really him. She shakily texted, "Who are you?"The response was quick. "Kevan Rogers." As she expected.Larissa did not have the energy to wonder how he was here, but she only felt a sense of safety now. It was like she did not have to be afraid of anything when he was here.After she had taken care of her appearance in the mirror, Larissa only carefully walked out of the female washroom. There was no one outside. She could not see Kevan or Edmund.She was confused when someone grabbed her wrist and pulled her into a cool hug. The familiar smell surrounded Larissa, and she teared up almost immediately. All the fear disappeared and she turned to hug Kevan tightly around his waist.Kevan held her just as tightly, and he kept patting her back with one hand. His low and gentle voice sounded above her head. "It's alright. It's alright now."All the tension in Larissa's brain snapped, and s
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"Whew." Larissa sighed in relief. "That's good, then.""Why?" Kevan raised an eyebrow."Actually, before we came to the airport, I made a deal with Edmund's guys. As long as they let go of me, I would pay them double the money," Larissa explained."So, you planned everything already?" Kevan suddenly did not feel so successful anymore. In fact, he felt a little discouraged. Even if he did not appear, she seemed to be able to protect herself.Larissa figured out Kevan's thoughts from his frown and instantly dull eyes, so she immediately smiled and hugged his arm."Well, not everything!" she said. "To be honest, I had no confidence at all in whether or not I could escape. If it weren't for the elderly lady you found to help you, I might still be dealing with Edmund."Kevan's face looked a little better, and he even smiled.Larissa suddenly found that this weird man was rather easy to understand. Honestly, why did she think that he was cold and hard to get close to?"Speaking of wh
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It took some time to drive back into the city center from the airport. In the middle of it, Lewis met up with a subordinate and told him to tow Larissa's car away from the motel.When they reached Maple Hotel, it was already 3 am. There were no hotel guests in the lobby, only uniformed hotel staff waiting for guests to show up.The doorman was about to help guide them kindly when Larissa waved him off and explained their reasons for coming. "I'm looking for your hotel's Administrative Manager, Wendy."The smile on the doorman's face froze up as he backed away alertly. He anxiously called for the lobby manager to come.As "oldies" of the hotel industry, Larissa naturally had met the lobby manager quite a few times. The manager recognized Larissa and asked her, "What brings you here?""I'm looking for Wendy," Larissa replied.The lobby manager was aware of Larissa's friendship with Wendy, so he helped Larissa get a room card from the front desk. "Just head up. I don't know if Wendy
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Larissa quickly showered and got back into her clothes. She lay down in a corner of the bed and dared not to take up too much space.She did not turn off the light. She woke up every half an hour to observe Wendy's condition. Thankfully, other than the fact that Wendy was still unconscious, she was fine.Larissa slept very badly that night. After who knew how long, she suddenly heard a noise beside her. It was very light like the person was purposely trying not to wake her up.Larissa did not sleep very deeply, so she opened her eyes immediately. Wendy, who had been lying down, was now half sitting up. She had peeled back a part of the sheets and had one leg down the bed.They stared at each other for a few seconds before Wendy said, "Did I wake you?" Her voice was dry and hoarse, maybe from the lack of water, though it was hard to tell."No." Larissa brushed her hair away from her forehead as she got up too. "How are you feeling?" She asked with concern, "Do you feel bad? What do
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It was impossible to get the police to let go of Edmund. But in such a situation, Larissa could not directly reject Wendy. She could only pretend. "I can't decide on this. We'll have to see how the police deal with this. He did kidnap you after all."Wendy's shoulders slumped with disappointment. After a long while, she asked Larissa, "Then can you take me to see him? I have something … I want to ask him still."Larissa did not want to let Wendy meet Edmund. If the man leaked anything … she did not know how to continue this nice lie she had going for now. "I'll ask, I guess." She fudged it over. All she needed to tell Wendy later was "no."…Before they finished breakfast, Kevan came over to knock on the door. He had changed his clothes and he looked perfect."Why are you up so early?" Larissa was very surprised."Jet lag. I couldn't sleep." Kevan did not enter the room. He only handed over the paper bag he had to Larissa. "Clean clothes."Larissa held the paper bag in her arms
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In despair, Wendy slumped in the backseat and said through gritted teeth, "Alright! You brought this upon yourselves. Don't blame me if I ruin your private time later!" Wendy was going to sleep in the guest room. Before returning to her room, she reminded Larissa, "Remember to ask on my behalf!" "Okay," Larissa agreed. As soon as she turned around, her face darkened. Kevan had been with her all this time. He noticed that something was off. He pulled her into the nearest study. "What did Wendy ask you to inquire about?" Larissa didn't hide it. "She wants to meet Edmud. She still has feelings for him … " She trailed off with a sigh. "Do you want to let her meet him? If you do, I'll arrange for it." Kevan was serious. "No! I hope they never meet again for the rest of their lives!" Larissa replied. Kevan smiled and said, "Alright. I need to go out later. I might not be back until late at night. Don't make dinner for me." "Where are you going? The police bureau?" Larissa ask
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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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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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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
