Tristan immediately smacked himself in the cheeks, feeling like he had misspoken.Eugene stared ahead, the Estate’s lights reflecting in his eyes. He could faintly hear laughter coming from the building. At that, his heart sank into an icy pil of hopelessness,It seemed Leah was truly leaving an impression on Jason’s familyEugene had considered the King family to be incredibly Intricate,Jerome had one wife before. But he had three wives now. None of them got registered at City Hall. They would surely make it tough for Leah to marry into the family. He’d thought she might give up then and there.However, it seemed like he had thought wrong. It sounded like Leah was truly getting along with the rest of the King family. He could hear their laughter even from this distance,how close they had become.Eugene was getting more distraught by the second. He had never felt so tense, so desperate. Even his breaths were becoming uneven.“Do you have any cigarettes on you? Give me one.”He asked Tr
Leah’s heart clenched for a moment. “I miss her,Tre. But Mom isn’t here anymore. At some point, we need to face reality andmove on from our pain.”“We’re the Kings,Tre. The family needs us to protect it. We are Its future. That’s why we must keep ourselves in the present and learn to look forward.”“You can accomplish that. I can’t. I’m just some boy stuck in his fever dream, refusing to wake up. This isn’t home to me anymore, Leah”The siblings sunk into silence for a long while.“Alright, that’s enough depression for one night. I respect whatever decision you make,”Trevor lazily waved his hand.Then he noticed that Leah had teared up some. He hurriedly tried to tend to her, saying, “Hey, don’t think about that anymore. I’m goingto tell you something really Interesting.Eugene is here tonight.”“WHAT?!”Leah shouted, shocking everyone present.Jerome scowled at her. “Why are you shouting?Did you see a bug or something?”“Not a bug, no. I was just telling Leah a ghost story. I didn’t
“This night’s air is too cold,sir.We might fall sick.”Tristan murmured.Eugene had been waiting in the cold for nearly an hour now. Yet, this was nothing compared to his days in the military, where standing an entire day was routine,The only difference was that his heart was in his throat right now.He was worried Leah would change her mind and not come outside. What should he do then?Barge into the estate?Impossible–he could not do that. This was the King family’s residence.What right did he have to knock on their door asking for Leah?None that he could think of.Heaving a sigh,Eugene took out the last cigarette in the box. He was about to light it when the sound of heels clicking rang out.“Eugene.”The man’s heart pounded erratically as he gazed up at his ex–wife. The cigarette between his lips nearly fell out with how much he was trembling.Leah glanced down, instantly noticing the pile of cigarette butts at his Jeet. She frowned. “What is this? I thought you quit smoking?”“
Leah was taken aback but didn’t reach out to take the box. She wondered why he was giving her a gift.“Just take it as a token of when we were married.”Eugene pressed“She couldn’t possibly accept that from you. I’ll do it in her stead.” Before Leah could say anything,Colene had taken the box from Eugene.Inside as a gorgeous bracelet carved from the finest lavender moon quartz. It gleamed with a soft light, looking like a treasure from centuries before.Leah could instantly tell this was a one–of–a–kind material, not usually for sale to the public. If Eugene had given this to her years ago,when she was in love with him, she would have been so happy she wouldn’t have been able to sleep.But her love was now buried beneath a cold, lonely desert. Unrequited love was a waste of time, along with the gifts it brought.“Wow,even I can tell how expensive this must be. Look at this crystal. You’re very kind,Mr Moore.”Colene drawled,sarcastically.She suddenly raised her hand. What followed wa
Sweat broke out on Tristan’s forehead. “I just think If you don’t want to separate from Madam, then why don’t you just tell her that? Tell her straightforwardly that you want her back.”Eugene sneered. “Hmph. I’ve already made up my mind about how I feel. We are never getting back together!”As someone who had been stalking Leah around,Tristan felt really angry to hear that and it nearly caused him to hit the brakes. He bit his lip, staying quiet for the rest of the drive.Eugene leaned back in his seat, feeling unbelievably tired.Only then did he remember the quartz shards he had picked up before they left.The shards had pierced his skin, causing drops of blood to ooze and bleed from his palm.What had gotten into him? He had wanted so badly to bring Leah home tonight, away from Jason and his family, away from the Kings.All he had wanted was for Leah to come home with him.************After seeing Trevor off,Leah went to console her father alongside Jason and Marcel.Only after t
“Hmm.There is something I could use your help with.”Leah cleared her throal.“What is it?Tell us.”“Don’t hold back!”“Well remember that antique rosewood chair from the auction that Jerome had you bid for,Susan.”Leah asked. “Can I have it?Susan and Colene shared a look. “You really aren’t holding back.”Jerome was someone who wouldn’t bat an eye when it came to buying properly and cars or giving away his money.But when it came to antiques, he’d hoard them like some kind of wizened dragon. Asking him to part with his rosewood chair would likely be a futile endeavor.Susan blinked rapidly, seemingly lost in thought. “I’ll find a way to convince him to give it up. But why do you want it?“If he knew why, he’d never give it to me.”“I got you! Don’t worry!” Colene grinned, smacking her chest in affirmation. “If he doesn’t want to hand it over,I’ll steal it for you.”Leah burst into giggles.If it really came to that,Jerome would surely have to keep an eye out!**********Eugene barely
Jessica had begged Sarah for those two invitation cards. Her resentment at having to stoop so low had now distracted her from telling Eugene about it.“Why didn’t you tell me we were coming to an event like this? You know I don’t like these things.” Eugene asked,frowning deeply.“I wouldn’t have been able to ask Ms. Emerson to make my wedding dress for me, given my social status. That’s why I wanted you to come with me. She’s sure to agree to my request if you ask her.”Eugene’s had darkened.Jessica hurriedly added, “I’m really sorry I didn’t tell you beforehand“Just tell me next time. I could have sent someone to come in my stead.” Eugene sighed, though his tone had softened considerably now.“I promise I will next time.”Just then, a set of familiar footsteps rang out from behind them. It was a precise and confident stride,Eugene instantly recognizal who it was.He turned around.Leah approached them. She was dressed in an house of cb sundress and matching highs. She stood out agai
After reeling in Leah’s request,Rose finally decided to let Jessica stay.She brought Leah to her studio. The mentor and mentee were as close as sisters. They chatted and laughed merrily in privateThere, Rose got Leah an excellent tea and desserts from the top pastry chefs in the nation. Not even the guests on the first floor had the honor of tasting the delicacies.“Madam, have some tea.0“Oh, the valuable spring tea! It’s bright green with a rich aroma and a deep lavor profile. This is good.”Smiling,Leah savored the tea.She wrapped her slender fingers around the cup as she sipped. Her graceful demeanor denoted her excellent upbringing in a wealthy family. Her noble air was the culmination of a distinguished pedigree that could not be copied.“I feel honored that you’re enjoying the tea.” Rose grinned. She always wore a cool and chic image in public.Yet, she’d turn into a silly and good–natured young lady in front of Leah.Their first encounter happened six years back. Rose was ta