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A ding sounded as the elevator arrived at Willow's floor.Theodore's cold voice echoed beside her in the elevator. "We're here. Go ahead and head in.""Wait a moment."Willow stopped him before rushing into her apartment. She then came back with a box of band-aids. "Give me your hand."Theodore hesitated slightly.Seeing him still standing there, Willow took his hand and clumsily applied several band-aids to it. The result was a mess, making his hand look even worse."Well… It might look ugly, but it's better than leaving your wounds exposed.""It looks fine."Willow blushed after hearing his cold tone and looking into his eyes. She shifted her gaze away, saying, "Thank you for today.""Is that all the thanks I get?" Theodore took a step toward her.The flustered Willow took a few steps back, pressing her back against the cold wall.Theodore was a businessman through and through. He had once said that no matter what he did, he expected not just gratitude but equal or even gr
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The next day, Willow was woken up by a phone call. "Hello?" she answered groggily."Were you still sleeping?" Joey's voice was on the other end."Joey? Are you back from your business trip?""I just got back and saw the news. You're famous now.""What news?""I'll send it to you. Read it yourself."Willow, not understanding the situation, looked at the news article Joey had sent. She became fully awake almost immediately.Earlier that morning, a photo of her, Theodore, and Quentin being taken to the police station the previous night had been posted on Twitter.The headline said, "Bassett Corporation's president, Theodore Bassett, was caught fighting in the middle of the night for a mysterious woman."Although Willow and Quentin's faces were blurred, the blurring was barely effective. Anyone familiar with them could recognize them instantly.That was especially the case for Quentin, who was well-known after earning the title of one of Emperia's four elites. Many people knew hi
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"Then how did he end up in a fight with Quentin?" Joey asked."He was saving me."Willow had no choice but to recount the events of the previous night to Joey.Frowning, Joey said, "Quentin, that ungrateful jerk… If it weren't for you, would the Strand family be where they are today? You deserve to take all of his assets, let alone half of it. All of it is rightfully yours anyway. And he had the nerve to lay his hands on you.""Luckily, Theodore arrived in time, so nothing serious happened. Even though Quentin got beaten up pretty badly, he didn't dare say much at the police station. After all, if he accused Theodore of assault, I could accuse him in return.""But why was Theodore at your place so late at night?" Joey teased, "Willow, did you let something slip?"Willow hastily replied, "It's not what you think. I just left my phone in his car.""Oh? So he sent you home?""It's not like that. Last night, I had dinner with Matthew and happened to bump into Theodore's assistant.
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Theodore adjusted the height of the microphone on its stand, and the room quieted down in preparation for his speech.Theodore's clear and powerful voice echoed in the hall. "This press conference is to address the news from this morning. As a public figure, it was wrong of me to resort to physical violence, and for that, I apologize.""Mr. Bassett, does this mean you admit to hitting someone?""It's said that the person you hit is Strand Real Estate's president, Mr. Quentin Strand. Is that true?""Did the two of you fight over a woman? Who is she?"Theodore didn't respond to the questions immediately."That was me."A warm but calm voice drew everyone's attention.Willow walked onto the stage from the side. Although she didn't have a microphone, her voice was loud and clear. "My name is Willow Jett—former general manager of Strand Real Estate and ex-wife of Strand Real Estate's president. Mr. Bassett may have fought because of me, but I don't think he needs to be apologizing
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Who would have thought that they, the reporters, would hear Theodore personally announce such explosive news that day?Clark quickly stepped up to maintain order while the bodyguards protected Willow and Theodore as they left.The reporters swarming around them nearly toppled Willow and Theodore."Ms. Jett, did you accept his confession?""When did you start dating?""Do you plan to get married?"The reporters continued to probe for more information."Today's press conference is over. If anyone has any more questions, we have dedicated staff to handle inquiries," Clark announced as he blocked the backstage door, nearly being squashed into a pancake.Oh, the misery! He hoped that the next time Theodore delivered such explosive news, the latter could first give the former a heads-up. This was just torture!Meanwhile, Theodore brought Willow to the backstage lounge."Alright, it's over now."Willow cleared her throat. "Then please let go of my hand."Theodore glanced at their
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Suddenly, the phone rang. Willow quickly pushed Theodore away. She felt flustered and shocked, gasping for breath.What had she done? She hadn't even refused him."Hello?""I'm backstage. Wait for me, I'll be there soon."The call was from Joey. Willow hurriedly notified Joey of her whereabouts, though her breathless voice made Joey suspicious."Willow, are you okay?""I'm fine. I-I… I have to go now. See you soon."Willow hurriedly hung up, avoiding Theodore's gaze. She said, "My friend is waiting for me. I have to go."She took a few hurried steps away."Willow." Theodore's voice came from behind her. "Did you agree?""Agree to what?" Willow anxiously replied, "I didn't!""But the media already knows about it."Willow retorted angrily, "So what if they do?"Theodore's handsome face, which usually looked stern, now had a faint smile. He said, "I have my pride too."Seeing him walk toward her, Willow panicked. She said, "Don't come any closer."Theodore stopped in his tr
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"I think you should come and stay with me for a while. The city center is nice, but there are too many reporters," said Joey."It's fine. I've said what needs to be said. The reporters shouldn't bother me anymore," Willow dismissed."Alright, as long as you feel safe. I doubt Theodore will just leave you alone. After all, he is the CEO of Bassett Corporation.""Let's not talk about him. What do you think of my office? Any suggestions?""It's great! I especially love the couches in the lounge area. But it feels like it's missing something.""What's missing?""Something that's close yet far away," Joey said, crossing her arms and smiling. "I've resigned."Willow was stunned for a moment. After that, her eyes lit up with joy. She asked, "Joey, are you serious?""Do I look like I'm joking? After this trip, my resignation was approved. Once I finish handing over my work, I can come to help you. How about that, Ms. Jett?""If you're willing to come, then I'm very glad. But isn't it
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"It's already this late. Why don't you stay at my place tonight? Why insist on going back?" Willow asked.At the entrance of Willow's apartment, Willow stepped out of Joey's car and stood by the roadside to bid farewell.Joey said, "I can't sleep well in an unfamiliar bed.""You're so troublesome.""I'm just a princess born to live like a pauper," Joey said as she waved her hand at her. "I'm leaving now.""Let me know when you get home. Drive safely.""I will."Willow watched until the car's tail lights disappeared at the corner before turning to enter the complex.As soon as she got home, she saw several unread messages on her phone from Matthew."Willow, what's the deal with the news? Are you with Theodore?""Is Quentin harassing you?""Is Theodore forcing you into something?"Willow frowned, unsure of how to reply. At that moment, Matthew called her."Hello? Matthew.""Willow, are you alright?""I'm fine.""I just finished work and saw the news. That person in the ne
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"What choice do you think I need to make?" Theodore stepped closer. His tone was filled with displeasure. "What are my choices?"Willow hesitated for a moment but maintained her composure as she voiced her concerns. "We need to face reality, Theodore. I will take Yasmine back to Portumville, and you're tied to the Bassett family. Who knows what will happen in the future?""So, you're giving me a heads-up so I can find someone else sooner?""I—""Should I be thanking you then?" Theodore's anger flared. "Willow, this is what's on your mind after everything we've been through? What do you take me for? What do you take yourself for?""I…" Willow found herself speechless."Are you doing this on purpose?""No, I'm not." Willow tried to explain herself, but for once, her words failed her.Theodore's eyes burned with frustration. Seeing her struggling to justify herself only fueled his anger more. He grabbed her wrist and pulled her close.Willow let out a startled muffle, but it was
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Willow noticed something odd and asked, "When did you two get so close? Cedar, you even know what game Jessica likes?"Cedar casually replied, "She posted about it on Instagram."Willow's expression changed to one of realization. "Oh, right. I remember now."After saying that, she looked at Jessica with a raised eyebrow and proudly said, "See how thoughtful Cedar is? He remembered such details and even brought the game you wanted. I wonder which lucky girl will end up with him."Jessica forced a smile and awkwardly shoved the game console under the pillow as if it were something unpleasant to touch.Yasmine raised her head. "End up with him? What does that mean?"Willow patiently explained, "It means who will marry Uncle Cedar.""It must be Ms. Sweeney!" Yasmine pointed to the bed next to her and blurted out, "Uncle Cedar saved her. She said she'll marry him to repay the favor."Willow's face was filled with shock while Jessica quickly waved her hand. "No! I never said that. Wh
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At the City Hospital, since both Willow and Jessica needed to stay in the hospital, Terence decided to use a bit of his authority to arrange for them to share a room."So what are your plans? Are you not going back to Portumville?" Jessica asked."I still have to go back. The company headquarters is there. Have you ever seen a president of a public company who never goes to the office? Joywell is still growing. I can't leave," Willow explained."So when are you planning to go back?"Willow hesitated. "I'm still thinking."Balancing a career and family was tough. One had to give way to the other."There's nothing to think about. You wouldn't want to give up Joywell's prime opportunity, and you wouldn't want to keep flying back and forth to see Yasmine. Just have Theodore go with you to Portumville then."Jessica, with her independent mindset, often focused on herself and didn't always consider the practicalities of others' situations.Just then, a knock came at the door. "Come i
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As Theodore closed the door behind him, Terence turned to him with a concerned look. "Aren't you going to stay with her?""Let her be alone for a while," Theodore replied.Through the glass on the door, Theodore could see the frail figure lying on the hospital bed, and his heart ached for her."By the way, how's Jessica?"Terence responded, "She's fine. Cedar's with her. Thankfully, he noticed in time, and the sleeping pills weren't of a lethal dose."Joey had drugged Jessica with an overdose of sleeping pills. Then, she was left unconscious and tied up in a small storage room at an apartment in Marldosa Gardens.Following that, Joey hired someone from the black market to drive Jessica's car to Portumville, which caused the car's GPS to show up constantly on the highway.Terence couldn't help but ask, "Are Cedar and Jessica…""I don't know," Theodore replied flatly, "but it's not a bad thing.""Not necessarily," Terence said, crossing his arms. "It's fine for the heiress of Re
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At the hospital, Willow's neck wound had been stitched up with four sutures. She had to stay in the hospital for observation.Terence was still in the operating room with Matthew. Over an hour had passed with no news. Yet, Matthew's family couldn't be reached at the moment.Theodore sat by her bedside. "Be careful.""I'm fine," Willow replied, leaning against the headboard. "How did you find out that Joey and I were at the riverbank?""Matthew called me." Theodore's voice was rough. He covered Willow with a blanket and began to explain the recent events."I had a DNA test done with Yasmine and confirmed Iris' claims. At least it proved that Joey was the one who took Yasmine back then. After that, I had Clark start investigating Joey."The first thing Clark did was track down the doctor who did the DNA test for Matthew and Yasmine, and sure enough, Joey was there meeting him."When Clark arrived, the doctor was already dead. His body was hidden in the garage at Marldosa Gardens.
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Willow's words crushed Joey completely.Possessiveness? To others, her years of admiration and waiting were nothing more than laughable possessiveness."They're over there!" A voice suddenly rang out. Following that, the chaotic sound of footsteps echoed from the other side of the rocks.Willow looked up to see a tall, familiar figure rushing toward her. Without needing to guess, she knew how anxious the man must have been. Her nose tingled, and tears suddenly began to fall.As Joey glanced at the approaching police, she tightened her grip on Willow and dragged her backward. "Don't come any closer! Stay back!" she shouted.Theodore, who was more frightened than he had ever been, also roared, "Don't go any further! Let her go, Joey.""Let her go?" Joey laughed bitterly. "And let her reunite with your family? Dream on!""Joey." Willow managed to squeeze out the words through her pain. "Stop it, Joey."Even at this moment, she hoped Joey would have a change of heart and turn awa
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Willow lay on the rocks as her neck bled and stained the collar of her white shirt. The scene was shocking. But compared to the pool of blood beneath Matthew, her injuries were nothing. Even though she desperately tried to escape, the distance she crawled was far from enough to save her life.Footsteps approached from behind; Joey had released Matthew and was walking toward Willow."Do you know what he just told me?" Joey's voice came from behind as Willow continued to crawl away.Joey didn't stop her, and she merely paced alongside Willow. For every step Willow took, Joey mirrored her, patiently recounting her conversation with Matthew."I asked him if he ever loved me. Do you know what he said?""He told me to let you go."In the wind of the river, Joey's laughter sounded particularly eerie. "Even at this moment, he only thinks of you. His loyalty to you is absolute, isn't it? I want to ask you a question."Suddenly, Joey squatted down and yanked Willow's hair, forcing her
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"Leave right now?" Joey asked incredulously. She then burst into tears. "If only you had said this three years ago!""It's not too late now.""It is too late," Joey said as she shook her head. Willow felt herself being choked. She struggled for breath as the immense force pressed against her neck and pulled her toward the edge of the rocky outcrop with the raging river below."Joey!" Matthew staggered closer."Don't come any closer!"Willow felt a sharp pain in her neck as the knife's blade dug deeper into her flesh."Joey." She gritted her teeth against the agony and asked, "So Yasmine really was stolen by you, wasn't she?""You're still asking such questions at this point? Willow, you really are stupid.""Where's Yasmine?""Ha! What do you think?" Joey's laughter was manic.The rhetorical question sent Willow plummeting into despair as if reliving the anguish from three years ago. It felt like her heart and lungs shook violently, and every nerve of hers screamed in pain.
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"We've known each other for so many years, and now, suddenly, I plan to leave Emperia. It's hard not to feel a bit reluctant," Joey said with a hint of nostalgia, her expression darkening as she turned to look at Willow.As the river breeze blew, Willow felt something unfamiliar about the woman in front of her, as if she had never known her at all."What's wrong?"Joey noticed the strange look in Willow's eyes.Willow steadied herself, hiding her immense shock and confusion behind her clenched fist, and casually asked, "When do you plan to leave? Have you decided where to go?""We're thinking of heading to Westwood first. Do you still remember we made a promise in college to go to Westwood for our graduation trip?""I remember.""But you suddenly decided to get married at that time and got busy with matters at Strand Real Estate.""Actually, you didn't have to worry about me. You could have gone without me.""Didn't you know? Matthew liked you, so when he heard you weren't goi
