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"Know your enemy and know yourself!" Noelle was not foolish. "She took the initiative to look for me today. If I hadn't accepted her invitation, wouldn't that have made me seem insecure? I'm Charlie's wife now. Why should I be afraid of her?""Well, I'm glad you're finally showing some backbone," Teresa said, patting Noelle on the shoulder. "Alright then. Go entertain your love rival!""Love rival? She doesn't quite qualify yet."When Noelle entered the room carrying the new tea, she saw Kelly brewing tea. Her movements were meticulous, clearly indicating that she had been immersed in this art since childhood and had developed her own style.Kelly noticed Noelle coming in. "Ms. Shaw, come and have a taste. Charlie always loved the tea I brewed!"Noelle smiled softly. "Is that so? Then I must give it a try!"She accepted the teacup Kelly handed over, holding it delicately and inhaling its rich aroma. "Ms. Anderson, you have excellent skills!""You're too kind! My family taught me
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Kelly's eyes held a hint of scrutiny and surprise; this was the second time she seriously observed Noelle.The first time was in Charles' office earlier that morning. Back then, she thought Noelle was nothing special, merely someone who happened to share her face. Without that face, she probably amounted to nothing.However, Kelly was mistaken. The tricks she intended to use on Noelle had not even been deployed, yet Noelle had already countered them, leaving Kelly caught off guard.Noelle smiled faintly. "Every new experience deserves a chance. Or is it that you're so accustomed to the tea you brew that you're unwilling to try someone else's craftsmanship?"Kelly paused, then let out a light laugh. "Ms. Shaw, there's no need to be so aggressive. It's just a cup of tea!" She accepted the cup, brought it to her lips, and inhaled the fragrant aroma. After taking a small sip to moisten her throat, her expression did not look too pleased."What do you think?""Not bad!" Kelly took a
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Charles grasped Noelle's hand, wrapping it completely within his palm. "Because I know my wife wouldn't let anyone bully her. She might bully others, but no one can take advantage of her!"Noelle narrowed her eyes. There was a smile gleaming in them. Still, she pretended to be angry and pulled her hand away. "I don't believe you!""Then what will make you believe me?" Charles reached out and held her hand again. "Do I have to take out my heart and show it to you?""I'd love that, but even if you did, I wouldn't be able to see it!" With Charles holding her hand, Noelle's fingers playfully tickled his palm. "Why did you come over?""I was worried about you," Charles replied. "And besides, I'm hungry.""You haven't eaten yet?" Noelle exclaimed but quickly added, "Actually, I haven't eaten either!" She hadn't felt hungry earlier—probably because she had been on high alert. Now that Charles mentioned it, she realized she was starving."Let's go!" Charles stood up, set down the teacup,
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Noelle froze for a moment, seriously considering the question. "I think… I do like them!" she said, propping her head on her hand. "Charlie, can I ask you something?""Hmm?""When did you meet Kelly?"Charles paused, glancing sideways at Noelle before answering, "I don't remember.""How could you not remember? Isn't she your ex-fiancée?" Noelle exclaimed, convinced he was teasing her.Charles sighed inexplicably. "Who told you she was my fiancée?""She's not?" Noelle was confused. "But today she… Never mind." She stopped herself. "If you say she isn't, then she isn't. But can I ask why everyone assumes there's something between you and Kelly?"This time, Charles did not answer right away. He seemed to ponder the question. "Many misunderstandings, really. But between choosing one misunderstanding and another, I figured this one might be slightly better." He looked at her with sincere eyes. "Do you get it?"Noelle shook her head slightly. "Not really." Did he mean that he had no
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"Over ten years ago?"Noelle looked at Charles in confusion, still feeling that tingling sensation at the corners of her mouth. Hearing Charles' slightly mysterious tone even made her heart tremble slightly.That night, Noelle kept thinking about what had happened over ten years ago. How long ago was that, exactly?She was just a child back then. Did she really fall from a tree?She squinted her eyes, puzzled. Some things had faded over time, so she could not quite remember them. But why would Charles bring it up? Could she have actually fallen and landed on him?"What are you thinking about?"Charles emerged from the bathroom and saw her deep in thought. Taking a towel, he gently dried her hair. When he noticed she was still distracted, he tapped her lightly on the forehead. "What's wrong?"Noelle snapped out of it, shaking her head. "Nothing, really. It just feels like I forgot something important, but I can't remember what." She pursed her lips, muttering as if she were chant
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"Mommy, can we go home, please? I don't want to stay here! I don't want to be here!" Seth clung tightly to Kelly, looking frightened. "Mommy, you lied. You said you'd take Seth to find Daddy, but Daddy's gone!"At the mention of 'Daddy', Kelly's face froze.It was not just Kelly. Even Clarisse and Nancy, who had walked over out of concern for Seth, stiffened slightly."Seth, be good. Daddy is busy with work. When he's not so busy, he'll come see you, alright?" Desperate to comfort Seth as he cried, Kelly brushed aside her own concerns.Yet for some reason, Seth only cried harder. "You're lying, Mommy. You're lying! They all say Daddy doesn't want me, that he's not really my daddy. They're all bad people!"He pointed at Clarisse, saying, "She's a bad person! Mommy, make her go away!""Oh, Kelly, look how well you've raised your son," Clarisse sneered. "Trying to make me leave? There are people in the Hoffman family who can do that, but you're not one of them. You're just an outsid
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"Kelly, Seth misses you—and his father too. Why don't you bring him to the company tomorrow?" Maxwell suggested."But…" Kelly hesitated."No, absolutely not!" Henry's voice came from the stairs.He descended while carrying a cloak, which he gently draped over Nancy's shoulders while patting her back. "It's getting late. Why don't you head upstairs?"Nancy glanced around at the Hoffmans gathered in the living room, then nodded. "Alright, I haven't been feeling well, so I'll go on up."After Nancy left, Henry's gaze turned cold as he looked at Kelly briefly, then back at Maxwell. "Dad, we all understand why you brought Kelly back. But there's a saying, too much force results in a backlash. I hope you're aware of that.""Are you trying to lecture me?" Maxwell, though retired, still carried the commanding presence of his younger days. Henry's directness clearly ruffled him."Not at all," Henry replied, shaking his head. "But Charlie is now leading Collosus Group, and you've seen the
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For several days in a row, Noelle had been getting out of Charles' car each morning, and after work, Charles would park at the entrance, waiting for her precisely on time.Charles' actions made it more than clear; everyone at Collosus Group knew by now that Noelle was his. It was as if he was just one step away from engraving his name on her.As for the newly arrived colleague—though she resembled Noelle in certain ways—it was obvious to everyone that Charles' affection lay solely with Noelle.The office had even set up a betting pool on the so-called "war" between the two women, with most bets favoring Noelle. However, Noelle herself had no time to pay attention to such things, as she was incredibly busy.The preparations for the collaboration with Nexus Group were nearly complete, and Noelle had spent the past few days accompanying Brian to Nexus' branch to discuss details with Jamie. Although everything had been tentatively agreed upon, the internal processes remained complicate
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"Sean, stop messing around. Let go of me first," Liliana tugged at Sean's arm, realizing how tightly he was holding her. "You're choking me."Only then did Sean loosen his grip slightly, though he still did not let her go. His forehead rested against hers, and he panted softly. "Liliana, do you remember what you said to me in the fire?"Liliana's face turned red, and she awkwardly turned her head away. "N-No, I don't remember. What did I say? I don't think I—mmph..."Before she could finish, Sean kissed her, swallowing the rest of her words with that one stubborn kiss.Liliana raised her hands and smacked Sean on the shoulder, trying to push him away. "Sea—mmph, what are you doing? Let me go..."She shoved him hard, and Sean stumbled back, clutching his chest. Liliana's face went pale, and she rushed over. "Sean, what's wrong? Are you okay? Did I hurt you somewhere?"Nonetheless, Sean took the opportunity to wrap his arms around her again. That feeling of holding her tightly
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Noelle raised an eyebrow. "I didn't say that."Then, she added, "That knot in Liliana's heart can only be undone by Sean."What happened back then had always been a shadow between the two of them. Noelle had noticed it these past few days. Though Liliana stubbornly claimed she no longer cared, she clutched her phone every single day, obviously waiting for a call.Liliana's social circle was small. Noelle and the others knew everyone she knew. Who else could she be waiting for but Sean?Charles furrowed his brows. "If Liliana can't have the best, then she's better off with nothing."Noelle could not help but laugh. "Alright, alright. I know you're still holding a grudge against Hayes and Savannah."Honestly, Noelle shared the sentiment. "Savannah really crossed a line with how she handled everything."Charles reached out and gently pinched Noelle's knuckles. "That's not what I meant."Noelle chuckled, exasperated. "I know."Outside, the sound of a car engine drew their attentio
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Sean shoved Hayes away. "Dad, if you're just like Mom and trying to stop me from being with Liliana, then don't even bother. If I can't marry Liliana in this lifetime, I won't marry anyone else."With that, Sean lay down decisively. Hayes frowned. "Sean, this isn't about what we want anymore. It's about Liliana and Charles now."Truthfully, Hayes did not have many opinions about Sean and Liliana's relationship. He was always too busy with the company to pay attention to such things. Even the events from four years ago were only now becoming clearer to him."If you insist on marrying her, I won't stop you. But from what I can see, the problem lies with Liliana and Charles."Sean's gaze sharpened as he clenched his fists. "That's impossible. Liliana already forgave me back when the fire happened. She promised that if we both made it out, she'd marry me."Hayes sighed. "Your mother… She misunderstood Liliana and said some harsh things. Just rest for now. Once you're better, we'll go
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Sean spat out a mouthful of blood. One hand gripped the bedsheet tightly, his gaze turning darker than ever."What do you mean by that? What do you mean she doesn't want to marry me? She promised me. She said that as long as I was willing to walk out of that fire with her, she'd be with me. You're lying to me, aren't you? Tell me you're lying to me."Sean's bloodshot eyes locked on Savannah's. "Tell me."Savannah was momentarily stunned by the sheer force of Sean's gaze. This was the first time she ever felt fear in front of her own son. "Sean, I…""Where's Liliana?" Sean demanded."Sean," Hayes called out as he pushed open the door and stepped in. "That's no way to speak to your mother.""Then how should I speak to her?" Sean's voice turned icy."Did you know it was Joanna who drugged me nine years ago? And while I was under the influence, I forced myself on Liliana? I misunderstood her, and as a result, she had to hide in the countryside for years."Four years ago, it was me
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The operating room door swung open, and Liliana spun around. She saw Saxon step out. Not caring about anyone else’s opinions, she grabbed his hand. "Mr. Holt, how's Sean?"Saxon looked down at their hands, noting how soft and warm hers was. He met her eyes and nodded. "The patient is out of danger now. He should wake up by tomorrow."Hearing that, Liliana let out a sigh of relief and then suddenly fainted."Liliana!"Charles rushed over and wrapped Liliana in a tight hug, but his eyes quickly darted to Hayes and Savannah. "Now that Sean is safe, Sean's fate is no longer Liliana's concern, nor ours," he declared, speaking for the Hoffman family.With those words, Charles carried Liliana away. Saxon was tugged along by Linda. "Saxon, you should check on her. The young lady seemed off to me. She's been hiding her pain. Besides the wound on her shoulder, I think she breathed in a lot of smoke."Saxon's eyes shimmered for a moment. "Yeah, I'm aware."Liliana had been pushing through
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"Charles, you…""Stop it!" Hayes was taken aback by Savannah suddenly slapping Liliana. He did not particularly like or dislike Liliana, but she was part of the Hoffman family, and their family commanded much respect. Besides, Noelle was still Charles's wife, and they had to be careful about their actions.Hayes turned to Charles. "I'm sorry, my wife acted without thinking. But what in the world happened today?"Hayes had been told that his son was hurt, but he did not know the details. When he arrived and saw Liliana was there and injured too, Hayes and Savannah could not help but think that Liliana must be connected to Sean's injury.Charles gave a sharp look. "It was Joanna's doing.""Joanna? No, that can't be!" Savannah was shocked to hear the name Joanna, and she quickly objected, "Joanna is such a sweet girl, she couldn't possibly...""Oh, sweet indeed!"Liliana, who had been silent until then, finally spoke. She narrowed her eyes and stood up, ignoring the pain from her w
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"Liliana!""Get up quickly!" Liliana used all her strength to pull Sean up from the ground. "Can you walk?""Uh-huh!" Sean had been hit by a falling piece of wood on his leg when he tried to push Liliana out earlier. That was why he could not get out in time and could only hear Liliana's loud calls from outside.He had wished so badly for Liliana to leave quickly, but she had come back for him.Sean bit down hard and pushed himself up.Even if it was hard to walk, he had to try because Liliana wanted him to stand.Liliana slung Sean's arm over her shoulder, noticing his injury. Her eyes were red with tears. "Sean, hang in there. If we both make it out today, I'll forgive you. You can ask me to do anything.""Really?" Sean's eyes sparkled, and he smiled. "Liliana, I don't want you to do anything." In his heart, he added, ‘I just want you to marry me.’"The fire is licking at our heels, and you two are still dawdling," came Charles's icy voice from up ahead. In a flash, he was be
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"Sean, where are you? Didn't you just say you love me?" she cried out. "How can you leave me like this, saying you love me and then j-j-just giving up? What am I supposed to do now?"Sean, you took our child from me. How could you think I'd just forgive you? If you don't make this right, I swear I'll never forgive you," Liliana yelled outside, her voice filled with madness. Inside, the plant was engulfed in flames. Shaking from head to toe, Liliana's screams slowly turned into a whisper. She clenched her hands tight, staring blankly at the fire. "If you're gone, what's left for me here?""Liliana!"Charles rushed over and saw Liliana moving toward the flames. He grabbed her and pulled her back. "What are you doing?"Liliana looked up, dazed, and saw Charles. She quickly stood up and grabbed his hand. "Charles, please. I'm begging you. Help me save Sean, please!"Charles's brow creased as he looked at the fiery red inferno, his fingers tensing. "Liliana, the fire's too big. Sean mi
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Liliana shoved Sean aside and covered him with her body, taking a knife stab from Joanna. "Ugh..."Pain whitened Liliana's face, and blood dripped onto Sean's face. Reacting quickly, Sean rolled over, picked Liliana up in his arms, and seized Joanna's neck, twisting it hard until it cracked. Joanna's eyes bulged in disbelief as she stared at Sean."You..."She had not thought Sean would actually snap her neck. Her eyes were wide open, one hand clutching a knife, and the other holding a lighter.With her last breath, she tossed the lighter.A loud bang followed, and flames started to spread from that spot.Sean's eyes darkened as he carried Liliana and dashed for the exit. However, how could he outrun the swift spread of the fire while burdened with Liliana's weight?Liliana's eyes widened as she saw the flames creeping up behind them. She pushed Sean, urging him, "Go now, or it'll be too late!"However, Sean's eyes turned a deep red with emotion. "Liliana, I won't let go of you
