As soon as she appeared on stage, the crowd erupted into cheers.The music kicked in, and the figure on stage immediately began to move, her body flowing with the rhythm.She leaped, her body twisting like a snake as she wrapped herself around the pole, spinning and jumping in perfect harmony with the beat. Her flexible and thin form seemed capable of folding into any shape, and the visual impact sent waves of wild, excited screams from the crowd.In the luxurious booth, the wealthy young men pulled Benny's arm in excitement. "Benny, when did a little temptress like this show up here? I can't believe you never told us!"Benny stared at the figure on stage, equally stunned. A beauty like this could easily become the centerpiece of any club, a showstopper. How had he never seen her before?Who was this little temptress?At that moment, Stanley froze, his hand halting midair as he held the bottle. His eyes were locked on the dancer on stage, not even blinking, as if he couldn't tear
Wendy's sharp gaze turned toward Luna. "Miss, could you move aside? You're blocking me from dancing with Mr. Hawk."Wendy's words were a direct challenge, asking Luna to move aside.Luna, furious, clenched her fists, unwilling to budge.But the people around her quickly chimed in, "Ms. Fisher, move over!"Luna shot Wendy a furious glare but, grudgingly, stepped aside.Wendy smirked inwardly. She had seen through Luna's true nature, and this was her retaliation.And her retaliation had only just begun.Wendy's eyes met Stanley's. He hadn't taken his gaze off her, and she wasn't intimidated. With a soft, seductive smile, she parted her legs in front of him and boldly climbed onto his lap, straddling his muscular waist.The crowd erupted."Little temptress, you're the first to climb onto Mr. Hawk like that and dance so close to him!" one of the men shouted.Wendy, her face concealed by a thin veil, seemed like an ethereal beauty turned into a seductive temptress, and no one reco
Stanley's shirt and pants were slightly wrinkled where Wendy had sat on him, but oddly, it only added a touch of untamed wildness to his look, making him seem even more rebellious in the bar's dim light.He didn't answer the question and didn't say which woman he preferred. Instead, he grabbed a bottle of liquor and drank it down in one go.Luna, fuming with anger, could hardly believe what was happening. That little temptress—where had she come from? The moment she entered, everyone seemed to forget Luna even existed. She had become invisible.Luna had gotten used to being the center of attention, surrounded by people wherever she went. She had become accustomed to the spotlight, but now this little temptress had knocked her back down to reality. She hated the feeling.Without wasting another moment, Luna hurried to sit beside Stanley. "Mr. Hawk, I—"Before she could finish, Stanley set his empty bottle down on the table, stood up, and walked out.He left.He left her alone,
Stanley had always been swift and ruthless, his actions precise and chilling, a force to be reckoned with.The bodyguards in black were caught off guard by his sudden aggression.The two spoiled rich young men froze for a moment, then quickly erupted in anger. "What are you standing around for? Get him!""On it!"The black-clad bodyguards charged forward.Wendy, stepping out of the dressing room, was immediately struck by the chaos unfolding in front of her. Stanley was taking on ten men by himself, kicking one bodyguard so hard that he crashed into the bar, sending liquor bottles smashing to the floor.Screams filled the air as people scattered in panic. "They're fighting!"Wendy could hardly believe what she was seeing. She had only stepped away for a moment to change, and now Stanley was in the middle of a brawl.It seemed that he had been in a lot of fights lately.Without hesitation, Wendy rushed to his side. "Mr. Hawk!"Stanley, after dispatching one more bodyguard, gla
Just then, Wendy noticed a familiar figure standing by the door—it was Luna.Luna had arrived.With all the noise outside, Luna had already gotten up to search for Stanley. That was how she managed to find this room.When she saw Wendy and Stanley on the bed, her once innocent eyes instantly darkened with venom. She glared at Wendy with a malice that was sharp and poisonous, like the sting of a scorpion.Wendy smirked, her lips curling into a cold smile. As Stanley began to pull away, she suddenly reached up, wrapped her arms around his neck, and flipped over, pinning him beneath her.Now, she was on top.Luna, standing outside the door, froze in shock. She never imagined that Wendy would dare to take control like this.What boldness!As Wendy's soft, fragrant body once again settled on top of him, Stanley stiffened for a moment. He pursed his lips, clearly displeased. "What are you trying to do now? Get off."Wendy refused to budge. "Mr. Hawk, which do you prefer—my intimate
Stanley was clearly aroused. The corners of his narrow eyes had reddened with the heat of desire.Listening to Wendy's words, he froze and stared at her.Wendy casually gestured toward the door. "Mr. Hawk, now you'll have to work your magic and get Luna back."Stanley, ever sharp, immediately understood. Wendy wasn't genuinely trying to seduce him—she was putting on a show for Luna.The desire in his eyes instantly faded, replaced by a cold clarity. He fixed Wendy with a frosty gaze. "Get off me, now."Wendy didn't waste any time and immediately complied.Stanley stood, his tall, lean figure casting a long shadow by the floor-to-ceiling windows. This damned woman!"Spit it out. What do you want from me?"Wendy took a steadying breath. "Mr. Hawk, Cecelia didn't cut Luna's wires. She's been framed. I hope you'll show mercy and let her go."Cecelia? Her best friend?Stanley hadn't been paying attention to Luna's fall or any of the drama surrounding it, so he didn't know it was t
Wendy could turn to Nathan for help.-Wendy arrived at Nathan's villa and was surprised to find his assistant packing up his things."Nathan, what's going on?" Wendy asked, confused.Nathan flashed a smile. "My dad just called. There's been an issue with one of the overseas companies, and I need to fly back."In recent years, the Lowes had shifted their business abroad, and their assets were all over the world. This time, Nathan had simply returned for a brief vacation. But Nathan's sudden departure, especially at this moment, made Wendy wonder if it had something to do with Stanley.Could Stanley have secretly orchestrated something to get Nathan to leave?"Did you need something?" Nathan asked, his voice soft.Wendy shook her head. "No, nothing.""Wendy," he said, his eyes soft with affection, "do you want me to stay?"Wendy knew this was Nathan's last attempt to test her feelings. If she said yes, he would stay."I'm not worth it. You'll meet someone better than me som
In the understatedly luxurious business conference room, Stanley stood tall in a custom-made black suit, exuding both handsomeness and an air of nobility. He was leading the senior executives of Hawk Group as they met with Marc Dubois, the CEO of the Frontellian luxury brand, LVMA."Mrs. Hawk, Mr. Hawk's Frontellian is impeccable! He speaks over twenty languages fluently, and he never needs a translator," the receptionist told Wendy as she prepared a cup of coffee for her.Wendy smiled lightly. "Thank you.""You're welcome. I'll leave you to it now," the receptionist said with a bow before walking away."Alright."Once the receptionist had left, Wendy's sharp eyes once again drifted toward the floor-to-ceiling windows, focusing on Stanley inside.Stanley stood alongside Marc, effortlessly conversing in flawless Frontellian. It was a world of high stakes and prestige—the top-tier business summit, the kind of glamorous, intoxicating atmosphere Wendy could feel even from across the
Luna couldn't wait any longer. She texted Stanley, [Mr. Hawk, have you arrived?]Stanley's eyes darkened, turning as deep and cold as an abyss. He replied with one simple word. [Yes.]-At the birthday party, Luna's heart soared when she saw his reply. Stanley was here!What a shame that Wendy wasn't around to see this. Luna wanted Wendy to witness this moment so badly!Luna grinned widely and turned to the crowd. "Everyone, the birthday party can officially begin! The special guest I've been waiting for has arrived.""Luna, who's this special guest?""Ms. Fisher, stop teasing us! Please bring out this VIP guest. We can't wait to see!"Luna smiled mischievously. "Alright, let's welcome him now!"The doors to the banquet hall swung open, and all eyes turned toward them.Then, someone walked in.Luna eagerly rushed forward, ready to greet the guest. "Mr…."But before she could say "Mr. Hawk", she froze in her tracks.The person who entered wasn't Stanley. It was her boyfrien
Luna's eyes shone with pride—she couldn't wait to flaunt her happiness in front of Wendy.Wendy's gaze remained cold, and she didn't respond.Luna placed her hand on her small belly, a smug smile curling her lips. "Wendy, you're not jealous of me, are you? Some people have to take the morning-after pill after a night and even faint from the allergies, while I get pregnant and am showered with love. Life sure isn't fair, is it?""Hey!" Halsey and Cecelia both moved as if to say something, but Wendy raised a hand to stop them."Let's go," she said softly, her voice level.With that, Wendy turned on her heel and walked away.Halsey and Cecelia quickly followed. "Wendy, why didn't you let us put her in her place?"Wendy gave a bitter, almost self-deprecating smile. "Why bother? She's just telling the truth."She took the morning-after pill and fainted from an allergic reaction. Meanwhile, Luna got pregnant and became a huge star.It was painfully obvious who Stanley loved and didn
"Wendy, are you okay? What did Mr. Hawk bring you here for?"Halsey and Cecelia quickly grabbed Wendy as she stood there, trying to process everything.Wendy furrowed her brows, still confused about what Stanley was doing. He had brought her to Imperial Garden and then said "sorry" twice—it was very out of character for him. But then she remembered Luna's pregnancy, and her frustration toward Stanley faded. She didn't want to waste any more time on him. "Let's just go," she said, her voice flat."Alright," Halsey and Cecelia agreed.The three of them left, and Stanley remained on the couch, his expression darkening as he masked the lust that flickered in his eyes.Just then, Zayn entered and reported in a low voice, "Mr. Hawk, I've found something."Stanley looked up. "Go on.""It turns out Luna has a boyfriend in the countryside. He loves her very much, and he works the dirtiest and hardest jobs on a construction site to earn money so she can go to college. They've been sle
What did he just say?Wendy's eyes widened in shock. He had gotten Luna pregnant, and was still saying things like that to her?Shame and fury swelled inside her, and she spat at him, "You're despicable!"Stanley looked down at her with those sharp, striking eyes. Wendy's long, silky black hair was messily spread out on the couch, her delicate face framed by eyes that were as clear as day, staring at him with a mix of anger and hurt. The sight was almost identical to the one in his dreams.At that moment, all his memories came rushing back.Stanley's lips curled into a faint smile. "Why call me that? What exactly makes me despicable? Tell me."Though she had sharp words, Wendy was still awkward when it came to insults. Her voice, soft and weak, could only manage a few words like "annoying" or "despicable"—it was almost childlike.Wendy glared at him. "What do you want from me? If you ever try to find me again, I'll tell Luna. She's carrying your child, and she can't handle stres
Luna's face was flushed with a playful shyness. "Mr. Hawk, tomorrow is my birthday, and I'm planning to have a party. Would you consider coming to celebrate with me?"Luna was now a hotshot celebrity, her every move followed by the media and fans. If Stanley, the powerful business tycoon and the wealthiest man in Hovendale, attended her birthday party, it would secure her fame and fortune for a lifetime.Wendy's clear eyes settled on Stanley, who simply nodded in response. "Alright."He had agreed to attend Luna's party.Luna's heart soared with joy. "Thank you, Mr. Hawk!""Since you're pregnant, you should take good care of yourself. You should go home and rest," Stanley said, his words of concern making Luna even happier. She placed her hand gently over her abdomen."I'll head home, then. Don't worry! I'll take good care of our baby. I'll see you tomorrow."Luna shot a challenging glance at Wendy before walking away, her assistant following behind, a look of triumph on her fac
It was her!It was Wendy!Yet, he had mistaken her for someone else.As Stanley recalled the way he had treated Wendy—his coldness, his humiliating words—he could have slapped himself. That day in the nurse's office, he had pinned her down on the bed, and she had tearfully told him how much she hated him. She was so innocent, so vulnerable.He cursed at himself over and over.His muscles tensed as the anger built inside him. He scowled, his handsome face twisted in frustration—but soon, a small smile curved on his lips.-Cecelia had a good night's sleep after she got back to the apartment. The next day, Wendy and Halsey took her out shopping.The three of them walked through the mall, entering a boutique that sold accessories. Wendy's eyes lit up when she saw a collection of cute hairpins.The pins were in candy-colored shades, with designs of pink strawberries, green watermelons, and yellow lemons…all very playful and vibrant."Wendy, these hairpins are perfect for you! W
Jessica was so furious that she dug her nails deep into her palms, but she barely felt the pain as the fury coursed through her.Lilian's face was as dark as a storm cloud. She glanced at Luna, still kneeling before her. "Is this all you've got? If you can't even deal with Wendy, then you have no use here."Luna panicked, her voice shaky. "I can handle it. I've come up with a new plan to deal with her!"Lilian snorted coldly. "We'll see how you perform. Now, get out of here."Luna hurriedly scrambled to her feet and fled."Mom, why did you let her go?" Jessica demanded, frustration evident in her voice.Lilian gave a strange, almost wicked smile. "Mr. Hawk still doesn't know the woman from that night was Wendy. We can take advantage of the fact that he hasn't figured it out yet and use Luna to handle Wendy. All we need to do is sit back and let the chaos unfold before we reap the benefits."Jessica took a deep breath, calming herself. Lilian was right. Stanley still had no idea
Stanley didn't say a word. Luna couldn't figure out what this man was thinking or what was going through his mind."Mr. Hawk, it was me that night. I gave you my virginity—" Before she could continue, Stanley pressed the accelerator, and the luxury car sped off."Mr. Hawk!" Luna stood frozen in place, her anxiety mounting. She was terrified—what if Stanley had discovered the truth?At that moment, two bodyguards dressed in black suddenly appeared. They grabbed Luna by the arms and began dragging her away.Luna screamed, panic rising in her chest, "Who are you? Let go of me!""Get in! Ms. Crone wants to see you."The two guards were forceful, shoving Luna into a sleek, black luxury car.Luna looked up and saw Jessica inside, her delicate face set in a cold expression as she stared at her.Luna's heart sank. She had heard of Jessica—everyone in Hovendale knew that Jessica was Stanley's beloved. Wendy, on the other hand, was just an unimportant wife, and Luna wasn't afraid of he
Wendy wrapped Cecelia in a big hug. "Cecelia, I'm sorry you had to go through all that these past couple of days."Cecelia looked perfectly fine, her spirits high. "I had it easy in there—good food, good sleep. Everything was just fine."The three of them shared a laugh.Just then, Luna approached and shot Wendy a venomous glare. Originally, she had planned to use Cecelia to annoy Wendy, but instead, Wendy had turned the tables on her. She couldn't accept that, and it stung. Luna knew Stanley had feelings for Wendy, especially after that night. The woman who had slept with Stanley was Wendy. That was why, when she saw that text from Wendy, Luna had panicked. She sent people to find out more, and sure enough, Wendy had gone to Hawk Group to meet Stanley. Not long after that, Stanley had taken her away in his luxury car.Luna had been terrified. The only thing left for her to do was go to the police station and rescind her statement, getting Cecelia released.Her sweet, innocent