"Penny, go in there to change. After changing, you can come out and soak in the bath. Haven't you been working overtime recently? Soaking should help you relax."Penny rubbed her somewhat sore neck, and the next second, a cool hand very naturally landed on her neck."Let me massage it for you."It must be said that when Caleb really pursued someone, he could also humble himself significantly.At this moment, there was no one around. With the steam rising from the hot spring pool, the setting could not be more intimate.Adding to that, the two of them were close. His hand was still gently massaging her neck. "Is the pressure okay?"Penny lowered her eyelashes. "I'm going to change."She had indeed been very tired recently, and the opportunity to comfortably soak in a hot spring was more than welcome. Moreover, peaceful days like these might soon be gone, considering Khloe was still hospitalized. It was uncertain how the Strausses would deal with her, who was said to be the inst
"I'm not afraid. The worst-case scenario is that they acquire the company. The Strausses have been operating their own film and television company very well for years. Plus, her father, Mr. Strauss, has a broad vision. He wouldn't make things difficult for my artists."That was the worst-case scenario.Penny looked at the drink in her hand and took another sip. "If the Strausses want to deal with me personally, I have even less to fear. They'll just be taking one life, after all."Caleb poured her another drink, kindly reminding her, "The alcohol content isn't high, but don't drink too much.""What brand is this wine? It tastes really good. It suits my palate.""If you want, I can have Sebastian send some to Dawn Haven Villa.""Mm, okay."She lazily slid down a bit, reached for some fruit beside her, and fed herself a few pieces.The combination of the fruits and the alcohol could catalyze intoxication, making one get drunk faster.Caleb restrained himself as he counted the dr
Penny was kissed into a daze and could not utter a single word afterward.Caleb pressed her down in the hot spring twice, then lifted her up and pressed her against the wall in the changing room.Knowing he would not get to indulge again sometime soon, he took his fill the entire night.Penny was exhausted. She fell asleep and did not wake up until the next evening.Feeling as if her body had fallen apart, she recognized the familiar ceiling and knew she was in Kensington Gardens.Her memories were fragmented. First, she was surprised. Then, her chest trembled with fury. Just as she was about to get out of bed, the door opened. Looking perfectly decent, Caleb brought in some oatmeal."Penpen, you're awake."Penny took a deep breath, her expression chilly."Explain."He placed the oatmeal aside. He stirred it, blew on it, and held it to her lips."Eat first."Penny turned her head away. She was too angry to speak, let alone eat.Caleb set the spoon down, sighed softly, and
Indeed, just as Caleb said, Penny found herself occasionally thinking back to the moment she had asked him for an explanation while she was in the office the next day. She would recall the sight of him silently stirring the oatmeal with his head bowed. She had long known that Caleb had the ability to soften people's hearts.Taking a deep breath, she called Winona in."Ms. Sullivan?""Winona, can you help me check which brand of burn ointment is good? Please have someone send it over to Fergerson Corporation."Winona did not ask why but did as instructed.When Caleb received the burn ointment sent to the front desk, he slightly raised an eyebrow. He did not use it but placed it in a drawer.The morning passed, and he did not text Penny.Penny did not inquire either, but he was not in a hurry.In the evening, Mabel had arranged to meet with Penny. She stated she had agreed to her investment, and they needed to discuss the actors.When Penny met Mabel at Sky Lounge, Mabel was w
When Caleb entered the private room, it was filled with many people from his circle."Hey, have you guys heard about that new company that suddenly emerged? It snatched all the Strausses' business in Imperial City, and its market value is already in the billions, even before going public.""Yeah, I heard. They even invested in that big IP in the east of the city. They probably don't have to worry about making a profit for the next three years.""Apparently, it's going to be listed on the stock exchange next month. I'm really curious about who the owner behind it is."Sitting aside, Caleb listened to the discussions about the company before the conversation shifted to beautiful women.Someone noticed Quentin had been silent all along and teased him."When Finn came over the other day, his neck was scratched by a woman. Liam has several girlfriends too. It seems Quentin is probably the only innocent one left here."Quentin was always the quietest at gatherings. Being a doctor, he
Ethan's gaze fell on Penny, and his brows furrowed. His good upbringing prevented him from making any sarcastic remarks at this moment.After all, Penny was alone on her side. On the contrary, they had strength in numbers. Khloe was just discharged from the hospital today and was planning to welcome friends who had come all the way from Americana to see her.Seeing Penny alone, she felt a surge of satisfaction.Given her status as Ms. Strauss, she had many friends in Americana and would never be as isolated as Penny.She had specifically called Linda over, knowing Linda's temper was explosive. Just a little sob story from her and Linda could spew out some really nasty words.Linda spoke up again at this moment."Slut, we'll get you killed sooner or later!"She touched her face as she glared fiercely at Penny as if she wanted to devour her alive.Khloe quickly intervened, saying, "Linda, let's go. We should head inside."Ethan, Sean, let's go."Sean stood by, sighing slightl
Penny stood still for a while, feeling unsettled as she got back into the car.Firstly, it was due to her situation with Caleb. Secondly, it was because of Ethan's words. Was something about to happen?She looked up, intending to speak with Winona. However, she suddenly heard Winona's soft sobs. She was lying on the steering wheel, so engrossed in her emotions that she did not notice Penny getting into the car."Winona?" Penny called out.Awakened from her daze, Winona quickly sat up straight. "Ms. Sullivan.""Did your ex-boyfriend come looking for you again? Haven't you already paid him back? Won't his family let you be?""That’s not it.""Is it because he and that woman are getting married? Did they send you a wedding invitation, which made you feel upset?""No."Then what was it?Penny knew that the family situations of the people close to her were quite simple. Winona came from a single-parent family, and her mother did not care much for her.Raven's parents had passed a
A lot of people had gathered around the police station. Zach had just won a grand prize and was currently a top male star with many fans.Hence, being embroiled in a scandal like this shocked the entire internet.The post written by the autistic child's parents placed Zach directly in the spotlight.The combination of the words 'child', 'abuse', and 'autism' had a huge impact.Fans were voicing their disbelief, but bystanders had already boiled over with rage online, hurling insults and curses.S.M. instantly became the target of public condemnation!When Penny arrived at the entrance of the police station, Zach's agent, Otis, was already waiting there. The grown man was crying so hard his eyes were red."Ms. Sullivan!"He immediately stood up from the ground when he saw Penny."I'm sorry, Ms. Sullivan."Penny did not look at him and headed straight into the police station.Zach was sitting on a bench with a police officer still questioning him.Penny had a strong presence.