Zoey's POV
It was nearing two in the morning, and the moonlight poured in like water through the window.
I nestled in Russell's arms, noticing his heartbeat was a bit fast, which made me frown.
"Why is your heart beating so fast? Are you alright?"
Russell chuckled, and his arm around my waist tightened a bit more, "Because you're in my arms."
I smiled, "Then I should stay away from you, or else I'm afraid you'll get heart disease over time."
As I said this, I pretended to wriggle out of his embrace.
But Russell held me even tighter, "No way. I'd rather get heart disease than suffer from lovesickness."
I couldn't help but laugh, "How come you're so good at sweet-talking? Did you say this to someone else before?"
"No, I've only ever said this to you."
"I don't believe you. You're so smooth. You must have said to many women."
"Smooth?"
Zoey's POVIt had been a week since Matteo was rescued from the basement, but he still hadn't woken up, which was driving me crazy with worry.I was anxious and helpless, could only silently pray in my heart, hoping he would wake up soon.That day, as usual, after completing the design drafts in the studio, I hurried to the hospital.As soon as I entered the ward, I saw Matteo looking towards the door.I was taken aback at first, then quickly walked up and called out excitedly, "Grandpa?""Zoey."I was overjoyed and tearful, "Grandpa, do you still remember me?""Of course, how could I forget my dear granddaughter."I tentatively asked, "Do you still remember the past?"Matteo thought for a moment, "Seems like I can't quite remember."I asked again, "Grandpa, do you remember who put you in the basement?"Matteo was recalling
Zoey's POVAfter leaving the hospital, I headed to the Madox Group.Russell was still in a meeting and hadn't returned yet. I stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, gazing into the distance.Just a moment ago, Daria had called me from a maid's phone, urging me to release Ariana quickly.I didn't expect such a turn of events. It was highly unfavorable to me.Once they got the upper hand, they would become even more demanding.Therefore, I had to come up with a comprehensive plan regarding Matteo's situation.Suddenly, a pair of arms wrapped around my waist.I turned around, and Russell's kiss fell on me.Russell kissed me deeply, and after a while, he asked, "What were you thinking so intently that you didn't even notice me coming in?"I turned to him and said seriously, "Russell, I have something important to discuss with you."
Zoey's POVI walked over with the tray and placed it on the table, saying with confusion, "Emilee was looking at me and laughing, and that smile was a bit strange."Russell curled his lips slightly and said, "You're overthinking it."I looked at him suspiciously, picked up my phone to check myself, and then scolded, "You did that on purpose!"Russell leaned back against the wheelchair, his legs sprawled out unabashedly as he said, "Yeah, I did it on purpose."I reached out to tickle him, cooing, "You're so annoying!"Russell laughed and pulled me into his arms, asking, "Do you really hate me?""I didn't expect you to be so mischievous," I said, feigning anger."Do you like it or not?" Russell pinched my chin, pressing for an answer, "Huh?"I replied, "I don't.""Really?" He wouldn't let it go."Hmph!" I responded."Then let me fe
Third Person's POVRussell held Zoey tightly, feeling her even breathing, yet his heart was a tangled mess of confusion.The unique mate scent emanating from Zoey continually teased his werewolf instincts and desires.His inner wolf was restless and agitated, growling deep in his chest, urging him to succumb to his primal urges.Once Zoey was fast asleep, Russell gently slipped his arm out and hurried into the bathroom with hurried steps.He turned on the faucet, letting the cold water pour down, attempting to douse the raging heat spreading like wildfire in his heart.However, the heat seemed to have taken root in his core, refusing to dissipate."Calm down!" Russell bellowed inwardly at his wolf, "She's not ready. We can't do this."The wolf retorted discontentedly, "She's our mate. Instinct drives us to claim her. This craving cannot be suppressed!"Russell g
Third Person's POVIn the spacious and bright office, Zoey and Leanna exchanged glances.Leanna gestured with her chin, and Zoey clicked the answer button, turned on the speaker, and pressed the record button.Daria's shrill voice came through the microphone, "Zoey, when do you plan to release Ariana?"Zoey responded, "If Ariana is ill, she should receive treatment at the psychiatric hospital. I am acting responsibly towards her."Daria's voice became piercing, "Zoey, are you recording right now? Turn off the recording!""Should I do as you say?" Zoey said, while leisurely stirring her coffee. After tasting it and finding it not sweet enough, she added another sugar cube."Matteo hasn't been eating well these days. Zoey, what do you think we should do about that?"Upon hearing this, Zoey's fingers holding the spoon tightened instantly. "You're not feeding Matteo?"&nb
Third Person's POVThe door wasn't fully closed, and Ariana, who had been quietly following the two, overheard their conversation.Ariana's eyes spun around as she realized her parents had been keeping a secret from her, and it seemed to be a significant one.She closed the door and left.Back in her room, she contacted Nelson, and they agreed to meet at the suburban villa.She changed into a sexy black strapless dress, applied heavy makeup, and drove over.Entering the villa, she pushed the door open and saw Nelson sitting on the edge of the bed, holding a glass of red wine.Ariana sashayed in, but her smile froze as she noticed the walls adorned with various strange tools.Nelson drained the wine from his glass, stood up, and wrapped his arms around her waist, "You've become quite thinner."He led her to the tools and picked up two ropes, "I think we'll use th
Third Person's POVZoey's first suspects were the Harmon couple, followed by Nelson.She said, "Secretly investigate who these people have been in contact with recently. Don't alert them, especially those we are familiar with.""Understood."As they spoke, Zoey arrived at room 777.Troy swiped his card, and Zoey entered.The room was dimly lit, with moonlight streaming through the window and casting onto the white carpet.A solitary wheelchair was parked at the foot of the bed.Not seeing anyone on the bed, Zoey called out, "Russell? Russell, it's Zoey. I'm here."Hearing the sound of water from the bathroom, Zoey quickly walked over and pushed the door, but it wouldn't budge."Russell? Are you in there? It's Zoey."She knocked on the door and then pressed her cheek against it to listen for any movement inside.Suddenly, th
Third Person's POV"No.""Really?""Mm-hmm."Russell tilted his head, gently pecking her, again and again, "Then how about one more time?"Zoey was taken aback, "You... you... can't!""I can't?"Zoey swallowed, "I mean, this wolfsbane is too potent. If we continue like this, your wolf will keep spiraling out of control, and you won't tire all night, but it would be too harmful to your body."She pursed her lips, "I wanted to tell you this just now, but you wouldn't listen."Russell fell silent for a moment, then asked again, "So, can I or can't I?"Zoey bit her lower lip, feeling her face burning hot."You can, you're very capable, you're the best!"Russell chuckled, "When does your period end?""In about two days.""Okay."What did "okay" mean?Zoey lowered her head and s
Third Person's POVRoland looked at Jayleen, "Are you in on the bet? I guess you don't have much confidence in Ariana's design drafts, so let's just forget it."Jayleen knew Roland was trying to provoke her, but she wasn't the type to be easily agitated.However, this time, she was extremely confident in Ariana's design drafts, so she haughtily raised her head, "Sure! But if Zoey doesn't beat Ariana, she must apologize to me as well. Conversely, I'll apologize to her!"Roland was naturally full of confidence in Zoey, "Remember what you said. Everyone here, remember their words, so they can't go back on their promises later."At that moment, a male voice rang out, "Just apology? If you're going to bet, make it kowtow!"Everyone turned to look, and saw the newcomer dressed in a suit and tie, with a nonchalant attitude, it was Nelson.Nelson directly put his arm around Ariana's waist, "Sorr
Third Person's POVLeanna was dressed in a white off-shoulder maxi dress, revealing her fair and flat shoulders. A belt was tied around her waist, giving her an elegant and graceful appearance.She smiled and spoke calmly, "When Star signed with Galaxy Studio, she explicitly stated that she needed absolute time and space, which means absolute freedom. She doesn't like to participate in such events, so she never makes an appearance, and I can't force her. As a top designer, how could Star give her sketches to someone else? I don't know where you've heard these messages from, but if you can find the source, I, on behalf of the design studio, will send a legal letter. Such rumors are an insult to designers. The sketches this time were designed by Zoey and have been recognized by all the designers in the studio. Therefore, whether it's Star or Zoey, I hope everyone focuses on the work itself, not these baseless rumors."The reporters then poi
Third Person's POVPriscilla's nose was already beaded with fine sweat, and with a "thud," she knelt on the ground, "Mr. Madox, Mrs. Madox, spare my life, please. I was just confused for a moment! Someone contacted me, offering me two hundred thousand to observe whether Mr. Madox is disabled, and I was bewitched."Brent conducted a search and retrieved Priscilla's phone, handing it over to Zoey.Russell watched Priscilla coldly, a suppressed low pressure filling the entire living room."Brent, have her taken to Snake Forest."Snake Forest?Priscilla was terrified, "I only sent one message to them, and I haven't sent anything since."Zoey asked, "What did you send?"Priscilla answered, "When I was washing the bedsheet last time, I saw bloodstains on it. I sent this message to them. It was just this once! Mr. Madox, I beg of you, don't send me to Snake Forest! I have an eighty
Third Person's POVAriana said confidently, "Nelson, this time we are gonna win!"Nelson recalled how Zoey had once exposed her conversation with Ariana, claiming that Ariana's design drafts were drawn by Zoey.He furrowed his brows and asked, "Ariana, are these design drafts drawn by Zoey?"Ariana became a bit angry, "Nelson, how could you think that way? Zoey is just slandering me! She's the one plagiarizing!"Nelson smiled, "Don't be upset. As long as you say no, I believe you. Baby, I miss you. Come over tonight, okay?"Ariana listened, her mouth twitching as she looked at the whip marks on her body, feeling a shiver run through her, "I still have to work on the finished products. How about after the launch is over? I'll keep you company, alright?"Nelson gritted his teeth, "Fine, I'll wait for you."After hanging up the phone, his gaze turned gloomy and profound.
Third Person's POVZoey walked into Russell's room. He was standing in front of the French window, talking on the phone.Dressed in dark blue pajamas that blended with the curtains of the same hue, he turned his head upon hearing her approach, his pale face appearing colder.After ending the call, he walked up to Zoey.Zoey lowered her eyes, her teeth biting her lower lip.Russell used his fingertip to lift her chin, asking, "Afraid to look at me?"Zoey responded vaguely, "How could I be?"Russell took a step forward, his toes touching hers, "I'm sorry. I lost control a bit today.""It's okay. I understand. After all, you were drugged.""What if I hadn't been drugged?"Zoey swallowed hard. If that were the case, she was indeed a little scared.Russell chuckled, picked her up horizontally, and said, "Let's get some sleep, okay?"&
Third Person's POV"No.""Really?""Mm-hmm."Russell tilted his head, gently pecking her, again and again, "Then how about one more time?"Zoey was taken aback, "You... you... can't!""I can't?"Zoey swallowed, "I mean, this wolfsbane is too potent. If we continue like this, your wolf will keep spiraling out of control, and you won't tire all night, but it would be too harmful to your body."She pursed her lips, "I wanted to tell you this just now, but you wouldn't listen."Russell fell silent for a moment, then asked again, "So, can I or can't I?"Zoey bit her lower lip, feeling her face burning hot."You can, you're very capable, you're the best!"Russell chuckled, "When does your period end?""In about two days.""Okay."What did "okay" mean?Zoey lowered her head and s
Third Person's POVZoey's first suspects were the Harmon couple, followed by Nelson.She said, "Secretly investigate who these people have been in contact with recently. Don't alert them, especially those we are familiar with.""Understood."As they spoke, Zoey arrived at room 777.Troy swiped his card, and Zoey entered.The room was dimly lit, with moonlight streaming through the window and casting onto the white carpet.A solitary wheelchair was parked at the foot of the bed.Not seeing anyone on the bed, Zoey called out, "Russell? Russell, it's Zoey. I'm here."Hearing the sound of water from the bathroom, Zoey quickly walked over and pushed the door, but it wouldn't budge."Russell? Are you in there? It's Zoey."She knocked on the door and then pressed her cheek against it to listen for any movement inside.Suddenly, th
Third Person's POVThe door wasn't fully closed, and Ariana, who had been quietly following the two, overheard their conversation.Ariana's eyes spun around as she realized her parents had been keeping a secret from her, and it seemed to be a significant one.She closed the door and left.Back in her room, she contacted Nelson, and they agreed to meet at the suburban villa.She changed into a sexy black strapless dress, applied heavy makeup, and drove over.Entering the villa, she pushed the door open and saw Nelson sitting on the edge of the bed, holding a glass of red wine.Ariana sashayed in, but her smile froze as she noticed the walls adorned with various strange tools.Nelson drained the wine from his glass, stood up, and wrapped his arms around her waist, "You've become quite thinner."He led her to the tools and picked up two ropes, "I think we'll use th
Third Person's POVIn the spacious and bright office, Zoey and Leanna exchanged glances.Leanna gestured with her chin, and Zoey clicked the answer button, turned on the speaker, and pressed the record button.Daria's shrill voice came through the microphone, "Zoey, when do you plan to release Ariana?"Zoey responded, "If Ariana is ill, she should receive treatment at the psychiatric hospital. I am acting responsibly towards her."Daria's voice became piercing, "Zoey, are you recording right now? Turn off the recording!""Should I do as you say?" Zoey said, while leisurely stirring her coffee. After tasting it and finding it not sweet enough, she added another sugar cube."Matteo hasn't been eating well these days. Zoey, what do you think we should do about that?"Upon hearing this, Zoey's fingers holding the spoon tightened instantly. "You're not feeding Matteo?"&nb