Stanley felt her small hands wandering over his body, her movements frantic with need. In her haste, she tore one of his buttons clean off.His Adam's apple bobbed as he swallowed hard, his larger hand closing over hers to still her. "Wendy, slow down. I don't have spare clothes here."If his shirt got ruined, he'd have nothing else to wear.But Wendy wasn't cooperating. All she wanted was warmth—more of it, as much as she could get. She slipped her hand free from his grip and buried her face against his neck with a whimper. "I'm so cold…"Her voice, weakened by illness, came out in a breathy whine, almost childishly sweet.Not that Stanley needed reminding—even when she wasn't sick, she knew exactly how to melt into him, all soft sighs and pleading whispers in bed.She had always been a little temptress.It had been a long time since he had last tasted it due to their divorce.Stanley clenched his jaw, fighting the urge—and lost. His fingers found the buttons of her blouse,
Wendy reminded Stanley that they were divorced now.Stanley hadn't forgotten, but his hands remained steady. "You're running a fever. I'm just trying to warm you up."Wendy scoffed. "Warming me up doesn't require this. Is this how you warm up other women too?""Other women don't grab my collar and rip my buttons off like you do. You started this."Her gaze flickered to his shirt—one button already missing, clearly her doing.Wendy shoved against his chest. "Get off me!"Stanley pinned her squirming hands against the mattress and kissed her cheek before she could protest further.He wasn't stopping.Wendy thrashed beneath him. "Stanley, we're divorced! If you're that desperate, go find Jessica! Though with your habit of juggling multiple women, you'd better get tested regularly—wouldn't want to catch something nasty."Stanley laughed, though enraged. That sharp, familiar wit of hers hadn't changed at all.He gripped her chin. "I've never touched Jessica."What? He'd never tou
Stanley gazed down at the woman in his arms, the corners of his narrow eyes lifting slightly. "We lived under one roof before. I think that justifies me calling you my sister."The shamelessness!Wendy raised her foot to kick him.In one smooth motion, Stanley flipped her beneath him. "Care for round two?"The fire dancing in his eyes told her he wasn't joking. The man's stamina was downright terrifying."Wendy," he murmured, trailing a finger down her cheek. "We've never made love in the morning."Heat exploded across Wendy's delicate face. This lunatic!She shoved him off with all her strength and scrambled out of bed.Stanley merely smirked, watching her retreat.-Stanley and Wendy went to check on Benny. After examining his leg injury, Wendy nodded approvingly at the positive progress. He had made it through the critical night."You'll keep this leg," she announced.Benny glared at her. "Well, don't expect any thanks.""Hah, as if your gratitude would make me immortal
Wendy and Benny were waiting for Stanley. Stanley's people had already arrived and surrounded the village, ensuring they could leave safely. Yet despite how long they waited, Stanley never showed up. No one knew where he had gone."Why hasn't Stanley come yet?"Just then, Stanley appeared, his tall, handsome figure coming into view. He had arrived."Stanley, where have you been? What took you so long?" Benny asked, his curiosity getting the better of him.Stanley didn't answer. Instead, he wiped his hands with a tissue. Wendy noticed blood on his hands.Zayn walked over. "Mr. Hawk, we can go now."Stanley nodded, and the group boarded the yacht, ready to leave."Stanley… Sob…"Wendy heard crying. She turned her head and saw Fiona. Fiona was running toward them, crying. She stood by the shore, reluctant to leave."Aw, did you break that girl's heart? It looks like she's really in love with you."Stanley cast a cold glance at Wendy. "I don't want her love. Do you want it?"
"Benny, why are you looking at me like that? Are you doubting me? Do you think I wanted to blow you up too? "Hey, we're friends! It hurts me to see you doubt me like this. I can't believe how much you've changed!"Why didn't you come back in time anyway? Did you hurt Wendy on the yacht?"Jessica was clever. She hit Benny with a direct emotional appeal, questioning him first.Benny hadn't hurt Wendy on the yacht. His face softened. "That's not what I meant.""We need to stay united. Don't let Wendy come between us," Jessica urged, trying to regain control of the situation.-Wendy started packing her things, preparing to fly back to Hovendale.Once her bags were packed, she stepped outside to look for the others. It was then that she spotted Jessica in the corridor.Jessica had been waiting for her.Wendy wasn't surprised, and walked toward her.Jessica smiled. "I'm so glad you're back safely. I was really worried about you."Wendy smirked. "Were you behind this?""I don't
"Hang on!" Wendy interrupted Jessica's insults. "You got it all wrong. I didn't seduce Mr. Hawk last night. In fact, I resisted him with all my strength, but he took advantage of me when I was feverish and weak!"What? Stanley forced himself on Wendy?Jessica couldn't believe it. Stanley was the kind of man who had women constantly surrounding him—he never lacked attention from beautiful women. Whenever Jessica tried to get close to him, he always turned her down, claiming he was either too busy or just not in the mood. If anything, he was the most restrained man she had ever met.But now, he had forced himself on Wendy when she was sick?Jessica was in complete disbelief. "That's impossible!" she shrieked. "You're making things up!"Wendy turned to Stanley. "Mr. Hawk, since you're here, tell Jessica if I'm lying."Stanley glanced at Wendy for a moment before saying slowly, "What she said is true."Jessica stood there, speechless.Looking at Jessica's face, which seemed
Lilian reflected for a moment. "I vaguely remember. NovaHealth was listed overseas on April 11th. I think it was called the '411 Legend'."Trish nodded. "That's right."Jessica looked at the medication in her hands. "Now that you mention it, the founder must be quite an extraordinary person. Stanley, do you know this founder?"Though Jessica was still angry, she didn't dare take it out on Stanley. She had to keep her hold on his heart. She silently placed the blame for everything on Wendy.Stanley paused, thinking for a second. "We met once."Stanley had indeed crossed paths with the NovaHealth founder six years ago in Stoneridge, Mericana.Back then, he was already a prominent figure in the business world and had been invited to attend a corporate conference hosted by Hawthorne. That very night, the founder of NovaHealth was launching the company. He remembered hearing the sound of her clock striking at midnight.People around him had told him that the founder was only 16 years
Stanley looked up and saw Wendy.Wendy had come to NovaHealth's hospital.At that moment, his arm was tightly wrapped by Jessica, who clung to him. "Why is Wendy here? Stanley, I don't want to see her. Every time I do, my heart hurts."Stanley turned his gaze away from Wendy and gently pulled his arm out of Jessica's grasp. "Let's go, then. I'll drive."With that, Stanley walked out.After they returned, Jessica stayed close to Stanley, always seeking his attention. Stanley didn't refuse her, and he stopped reaching out to Wendy. But Jessica could feel the shift. Stanley, who once seemed so affectionate, now felt distant—almost like there was no love left, only duty.Her fists clenched in frustration the more she thought about it.-Wendy made her way to NovaHealth and found Samuel.Samuel smiled as he looked her over. "You've lost weight. Looks like after leaving your grandfather and us, you've been tasting the bitter side of love here."Wendy shot Samuel a glare. She knew
Upon that thought, Wendy quickly turned to leave. However, Stanley blocked her path. "Don't you have anything to say to me?" he demanded. Wendy looked up at him with her clear, sharp eyes. "About what?"Stanley pressed his lips together and then replied, his voice tinged with curiosity, "The luxury car you're driving, the mansion you're living in—where did they come from, and whose money are you spending?"Wendy straightened her slender back, exuding confidence. "Just know it isn't your money. I don't think I have to explain the rest to you."She tried to step past him.But Stanley, tall and imposing, stood like a wall, refusing to let her pass.Wendy smirked slightly, her lips curling in amusement. "I know you're very curious. Just like Jessica and the others, you probably think I'm just a housewife, living off the divorce settlement you gave me, with no way to earn money on my own."Stanley had indeed thought this way, as it was true that Wendy didn't have a job."You're h
Lilian and Trish were in shock as they saw Jessica pinned to the ground. They rushed forward, trying to help her. "Let go of her, now!""Third warning," one of the security guards said sternly. "We'll throw you out if you don't stop."In an instant, the three women were unceremoniously thrown out of Royale Residences. The heavy doors slammed shut behind them with a loud bang.Jessica was speechless, and Trish was equally stunned. Meanwhile, Lilian just stood there, bewildered.They had never been treated like this before. Especially not Jessica—she was always the VIP whenever she was with Stanley, always treated with respect. But now, here she was, unceremoniously kicked out. This was definitely a first for her.Trish, burning with anger, snapped. "This is all Wendy's fault! What's going on, Jessica? Wendy's driving luxury cars and living in mansions, and now she's thrown us out? Has she lost her mind?"Jessica clenched her fists. "What other explanation could there be? She o
Lilian sneered, "Wendy, you still claim you didn't follow Mr. Hawk here? You're clearly stalking him! You're so manipulative. You even knew Stanley lived on the 9th floor. Are you obsessed or something? What's wrong with you?" Wendy turned to Stanley. "You live on the 9th floor?"Stanley simply pointed with his eyes toward Unit 901. "This is mine."Wendy nodded. "I see."She walked up to the door of Unit 902, and typed in the code. With a soft click, the door swung open.Jessica, Trish, and Lilian stood there with their mouths agape.Wendy lived in Unit 902? She actually lived at Royale Residences—and she was right across the hall from Stanley?!Wendy stepped inside, but before closing the door, she looked back at Jessica and the others. "Looks like you were right after all. We are actually neighbors."With that, she shut the door with a definitive slam.Lilian sucked in a sharp breath. What kind of luck did that brat have? How did she suddenly end up with a luxury car and
No way. How could that be?Stanley couldn't help but feel a little amused. How did he even start comparing Wendy to the radiant and poised founder of NovaHealth?"Mr. Hawk, how about you give me a ride?"Just moments ago, Wendy had stood outside his car and asked him for a ride.Stanley chuckled. She had her own car, but still chose to say something like that. It was clearly just to tease Jessica.And to provoke him a little, too.This woman was getting bolder and bolder.At that moment, Jessica, Trish, and Lilian climbed into the car. Jessica took the front seat, while Trish and Lilian settled into the back. Stanley pressed the accelerator, and the Rolls-Royce Phantom glided smoothly onto the road.Jessica could hardly believe it. Wendy, driving the same kind of car as Stanley? What kind of person was she to afford a Rolls-Royce?"Did Wendy spend your money again, Mr. Hawk?" Lilian asked.Trish immediately piped up, "Mr. Hawk, when you two got divorced, did you give Wendy a
Wendy was left speechless. Just then, her new car arrived. "I was just waiting for my ride. I'll see you all around.""Your ride? Do you mean a cab?" Jessica laughed. "It's hard to catch a cab outside the hospital."Wendy used to take cabs all the time, so it made sense that Jessica would think that.Trish looked Wendy up and down with disdain. "I've lost all respect for you. Look at your senior classmates! All of them have a house and a car. They're all doing great, while you're still taking cabs. You're really ruining the reputation of the 'genius girl' title."Lilian pulled on Trish's arm. "That's enough. I actually feel sorry for Wendy."Wendy saw her new car pull up and the driver getting out and walking toward her. She took a few steps forward, stepping past Trish and Lilian, and walked straight up to Jessica. With a playful wink, she said, "You're right. It really is hard to get a taxi here."Jessica beamed with satisfaction.Wendy turned her head and looked at Stanle
Stanley looked up and saw Wendy.Wendy had come to NovaHealth's hospital.At that moment, his arm was tightly wrapped by Jessica, who clung to him. "Why is Wendy here? Stanley, I don't want to see her. Every time I do, my heart hurts."Stanley turned his gaze away from Wendy and gently pulled his arm out of Jessica's grasp. "Let's go, then. I'll drive."With that, Stanley walked out.After they returned, Jessica stayed close to Stanley, always seeking his attention. Stanley didn't refuse her, and he stopped reaching out to Wendy. But Jessica could feel the shift. Stanley, who once seemed so affectionate, now felt distant—almost like there was no love left, only duty.Her fists clenched in frustration the more she thought about it.-Wendy made her way to NovaHealth and found Samuel.Samuel smiled as he looked her over. "You've lost weight. Looks like after leaving your grandfather and us, you've been tasting the bitter side of love here."Wendy shot Samuel a glare. She knew
Lilian reflected for a moment. "I vaguely remember. NovaHealth was listed overseas on April 11th. I think it was called the '411 Legend'."Trish nodded. "That's right."Jessica looked at the medication in her hands. "Now that you mention it, the founder must be quite an extraordinary person. Stanley, do you know this founder?"Though Jessica was still angry, she didn't dare take it out on Stanley. She had to keep her hold on his heart. She silently placed the blame for everything on Wendy.Stanley paused, thinking for a second. "We met once."Stanley had indeed crossed paths with the NovaHealth founder six years ago in Stoneridge, Mericana.Back then, he was already a prominent figure in the business world and had been invited to attend a corporate conference hosted by Hawthorne. That very night, the founder of NovaHealth was launching the company. He remembered hearing the sound of her clock striking at midnight.People around him had told him that the founder was only 16 years
"Hang on!" Wendy interrupted Jessica's insults. "You got it all wrong. I didn't seduce Mr. Hawk last night. In fact, I resisted him with all my strength, but he took advantage of me when I was feverish and weak!"What? Stanley forced himself on Wendy?Jessica couldn't believe it. Stanley was the kind of man who had women constantly surrounding him—he never lacked attention from beautiful women. Whenever Jessica tried to get close to him, he always turned her down, claiming he was either too busy or just not in the mood. If anything, he was the most restrained man she had ever met.But now, he had forced himself on Wendy when she was sick?Jessica was in complete disbelief. "That's impossible!" she shrieked. "You're making things up!"Wendy turned to Stanley. "Mr. Hawk, since you're here, tell Jessica if I'm lying."Stanley glanced at Wendy for a moment before saying slowly, "What she said is true."Jessica stood there, speechless.Looking at Jessica's face, which seemed
"Benny, why are you looking at me like that? Are you doubting me? Do you think I wanted to blow you up too? "Hey, we're friends! It hurts me to see you doubt me like this. I can't believe how much you've changed!"Why didn't you come back in time anyway? Did you hurt Wendy on the yacht?"Jessica was clever. She hit Benny with a direct emotional appeal, questioning him first.Benny hadn't hurt Wendy on the yacht. His face softened. "That's not what I meant.""We need to stay united. Don't let Wendy come between us," Jessica urged, trying to regain control of the situation.-Wendy started packing her things, preparing to fly back to Hovendale.Once her bags were packed, she stepped outside to look for the others. It was then that she spotted Jessica in the corridor.Jessica had been waiting for her.Wendy wasn't surprised, and walked toward her.Jessica smiled. "I'm so glad you're back safely. I was really worried about you."Wendy smirked. "Were you behind this?""I don't