The next morning... Mark woke up early. He went to the bathroom to freshen up when the new toiletries caught his attention. He sneered and opened the packaging almost instantly. He used everything she had bought for Dean yesterday, be it the towels, shavers, or toothbrushes. Nothing was left unused. He stood in the living room after exiting the washroom. That was when he heard the woman’s voice coming from the room. “Do you want to wear trousers? I think it’s more comfortable to wear the joggers indoors…” He squinted his deep-set eyes while clenching his teeth. He took two big steps and went to Dean’s room. As expected, he saw her standing in front of the wardrobe talking to Dean with an expression that could not be any more gentle, just like how a virtuous wife would be... He wanted to kill Dean first, then her! His icy cold gaze fell on Summer as he walked towards her. His eyes were those of a cold and lonely wolf. He lifted his toned arms and grabbed her sli
“You are Charlotte’s biological father and you have all the rights to visit her. I won’t deny that I left too abruptly that day. I couldn’t inform you that we were coming back to Nokocola Bay because my phone was dead, and that was indeed my fault. I owe you an apology for this. And if you happen to miss Charlotte or want to see her in the future, I’ll bring her to Santabaca for you. I’ll be sure to let you know firsthand about everything that has to do with Charlotte from now on.” She looked at him and continued talking while holding the cup of coffee in both of her hands. “But that’s as far as it goes. So no matter what I do or say in the future, please keep yourself out of it. I think I have been pretty clear about this, and there is no need for me to repeat myself anymore.” Mark raised his eyebrows after she said those words. His dark gaze turned sharp as he stared at her coldly and fiercely. “Keep myself out of whatever you do or say? Just like what happened back there?”
She was walking slowly. Her legs were not being very cooperative, which meant that she had fallen too hard back there... His lap was still damp, but the spot she sat on still felt so warm. It had only been a few seconds since she left, but he was already starting to feel empty. He missed her... Missed her... When these two words flashed across his mind, Mark was shocked as he froze in place. He was really shocked... Missed her... She was just a woman who could not be more ordinary. If she had one thing special about her, it would be her being Mark Valentine’s ex-wife. That was all. As for their marriage, it was solely based on mutual agreement. She wanted the baby inside of her, while he needed a partner. The reasons she was chosen were simple. Firstly, she appeared when he needed someone the most. Secondly, compared with other women, she looked more appealing to him. She was interesting and refreshing... Now, however, why would he miss a woman
The waitress placed the coffee on the table and looked over. Suddenly, she became speechless as she gulped. “Loser! Weren’t you just nagging me about our smoke-free policy? What made you so quiet now?” “To be able to meet such a handsome and charming man, I would choke on second-hand smoke all day!”“Out of ten people who come here, nine of them will either be women or a couple. Even if there’s a man, he would look ridiculously hideous. This man right here is definitely the best of the best!” The two staff were laying on the counter with their eyes glued to the man. They whispered to each other as they stared at him intensively. Mark’s lips curled when chuckled softly. He placed his left hand in between his brows and started massaging his forehead. He could not stop chuckling as he found himself… utterly ridiculous… He had been dominating the business field for ten years, and he was just getting better and better. Nevertheless, his legendary name was well-earned.He was alw
Although they were always together during their four years in Athana, it was never as natural as how they were before.Most of the time, she spoke, and he listened; and there were times where he felt indifferent, uninterested, nonchalant, and sorry. There wasn’t anything that could spark a conversation, but at that time, he couldn’t understand why…He stood up and pinched his forehead as he walked up to the counter. When he noticed the no-smoking sign, he pointed and dully uttered, “Excuse me.”“N-N-No worries…” The cashier blushed and stammered.The girl serving coffee gave a typical answer. “It’s okay, smoke all you want.”Mark squinted at her words; a faint smile appeared on his sunken expression. He took out several banknotes and handed them to the cashier.Following that, he turned around and went outside the café.As the bill was being printed, the cashier held the change and called out to him as he left, “Sir, your change.”However, all she heard was the clear tingling
Contrary to Charlotte’s cheerfulness, Summer fixed her eyes on him and frowned. ‘Had he not understood her words from this morning?’Nevertheless, whether he understood them, it wasn’t her concern anymore; from this day onward, she had decided to start anew and live a good life.Firstly, she had to buy a house. She considered settling down in Nokocola Bay as the house prices were lower than Santabaca’s.Charlotte had already grown up, and it wouldn’t be good to be without property in the long run, be in Santabaca or Nokocola Bay.Mark squinted his eyes and stared at Summer; they were blazing.Nevertheless, he knew what was in his heart and what he wanted; he wasn’t going to let her go again…After a while of exchanging gazes, Summer retracted hers and looked at Charlotte. “You have only ten minutes left before you’re late, do you want to get punished today?”Charlotte returned to her seat and asked, “But mommy, uncle doesn’t have breakfast.”“Mommy prepared only breakfast for t
Dean couldn’t deny the fact that this man was a natural leader. Regardless of the situation, everyone could only dance to his melody. Nevertheless, although he was drenched and appeared unsightly, it wasn’t enough to hide his elegance and dignity.“I plan to send you to Athana for treatment, what are your thoughts, Mr. Singleton?”He had to ensure that Dean and Summer mustn’t continue their current relationship; he had to put an end to it.“This is my burden; I can decide for myself. Please don’t trouble yourself, Mr. Valentine.”Mark glared, his voice croaked, and he knocked his fingers against the glass that it echoed a tingling melody. “I don’t like to put my nose into someone else’s business. But Mr. Singleton, you rescued my daughter; in return, isn’t it right for me to find a cure for your legs?”Dean smiled. “I had watched Charlotte grow up; in my eyes, she is like a daughter to me, there’s no need for anyone to be responsible for me; besides, Charlotte doesn’t seem to reco
At the park.The rain had just stopped, the air was humid and fresh, and the flowers emitted vivid scents of nature’s aroma that was pleasing to one’s smell.Most of the people were at work during this hour, so the park wasn’t crowded. The tracks were drenched by the rain, and chirpings of birds were heard.Summer didn’t speak and remained silent as she pushed the wheelchair; she looked dull as if occupied by anxiety.“What’s wrong?” Dean asked, breaking the silence as he adjusted the napkin on his legs. Since they arrived at the park, she had not uttered a word.“I was thinking, when he offered you treatment in Athana, I should have agreed. Let me speak to him again later.”As a matter of fact, Athana was more advanced in medical technology than Santabaca; as his injury was still in the early stage, there was no better time than to be treated immediately. It couldn’t be delayed.“Why should we agree? I didn’t rescue Charlotte for his sake; so, I shouldn’t receive his favor.” De
Chapter 1814Before Jazz came to pick up Essa, his elder brother told him he should give candies if he was blocked out of the door. The big brother got experience in his own wedding years ago. Jazz kept it in his mind. At the moment, under such circumstances, he generously distributed candies to everyone. Jazz was a smart guy! People were happy with the candies. They let him in and stopped making trouble for him. People were just having fun on their wedding day and making the atmosphere livelier. Essa's wedding dress was custom-made by the most famous designer in Paris. Summer had arranged it for her. It looked gorgeous on Essa. The wedding dress had a fishtail, which set off Essa's slender waist even more as if it could be grabbed in one hand. The dress was low-back, showing her fair skin. Under the light, Essa looked amazing! Essa was so beautiful, breathtakingly beautiful! Stepping on her crystal high heels, she walked slowly towards Jazz. The distance wasn't long,
Chapter 1813The neck was Essa's most sensitive spot. She felt itchy if someone touched her there, let alone that Jazz clung tight to there for so long. She could barely stand it. Her body was squirming timidly. "Don't seduce me!" Essa was angry, "I'm not seducing you! Just sleep! But can you not cling to me so tight?" "Why? Are you turned on by me?" Essa was lying with her back to him, her cheeks blushed, and she hissed, "Who is turned on?" ‘What the hell! The man is like a sex machine!’ "Since you are so sure of it, let me check you out." Essa wanted to kill herself, but before she did, she wanted to kill him first! "Are you lying, babe?" Jazz deliberately drawled. "Get away from me! If you don't want to sleep in the guest room, go sleep on the couch! I cannot sleep with you clinging to me so tight!" But Jazz ignored her demand. Essa's whole face had turned red, so red as if it was about to bleed. "Jazz!" "You can be louder. I'm fine with it anyway
Chapter 1812Jazz naturally had no objection because he couldn’t wait to get married. He had always been determined, and as long as he made the decision, he would never change his mind!Now that he had decided to marry her, he must do it!Essa had heard her words. Although she thought it was a little too hasty, she kept silent, giving tacit consent.They were getting married in fifteen days! It was really fast!But because the bridegroom was Jazz, she was not panicked at all. She was calm because cuddling up together with him like this made her feel happy.That night was not easy. Jazz was like a wolf who had been hungry for decades, and he would not let go of the delicious meat that had been put in front of his mouth.They had sex for another whole night. Although Essa was strong, she was no match for a man.Her legs and waist were so weak that she had to support her waist with both hands in order to stand up. She thought Jazz should not have been so horny even if he had hadn'
Chapter 1811Jazz lowered his head slightly and kissed her.Essa could not pretend to be sleeping any longer, so she opened her eyes and pressed her hands against his chest."Morning, baby." He stared at her tenderly and asked, "How did you feel last night? Are you satisfied?"She glared at him, not wanting to speak.But she didn't know her eyes were full of tenderness and love now.After the sex last night, Jazz could not resist such a temptation anymore.He bowed his head, intending to kiss her."Get up! I have to go to work! If you dare to kiss me now, I will definitely beat you up!"Jazz didn't kiss her but shrugged his shoulders.He was not afraid of her threat, but he knew it was her first time last night. He thought he could not ask her to make love again in the morning. Otherwise, she would be too tired.Essa was satisfied to see him give up. She glanced at the time and found she was about to be late, so she didn't want to waste time chatting with him anymore.But w
Chapter 1810"Why are you so sensitive?" Jazz smiled lightly, enjoying her current reaction."You’re talking nonsense! You are hugging me too tight. Back away..." She blushed slightly, keeping twisting her body.She had never had such intimate contact with a man before, so she felt hot all over and acted unnaturally."Do you think this distance is too close? We will be closer…"Essa couldn't take it anymore, so she stretched out her hands, pushed against his chest, and said, "Stop it!""Why? You have to get used to this. We will have more intimate interactions, so you have to get used to..."She felt a little scared about such intimate contact.Jazz pressed his body against hers tightly. The scenery outside was blurry at night, and the two of them were alone in the same room, so it was easy for them to become turned on, and sparks were flying between them.His long fingers began to take off her clothes.Soon, she was naked. Jazz picked her up and placed her on the bed."I'm
Chapter 1809Jazz opened the car door for her with a smile and said, "Baby, have an enjoyable time at work."After finishing speaking, he started the car and stepped on the accelerator, and then, the car disappeared without a trace, leaving Essa standing there in a daze.But she still needed to enter the police station to work. Even if she stood here for two hours, she could not solve the problem. There was no point in evading issues, so she decided to get in. Then, she gritted her teeth and walked in, keeping her eyes looking straight ahead.However, even if she didn’t look at others, others would still look at her. Along the way, many people stared at her.They had not expected Essa to be so open. She had actually done such a thing at the gate of the police station!Essa felt her cheeks were burning, but she still forced a smile and tried to be a thick-skinned person.She was hypnotizing herself.When she got into her office, she felt as if she had been flayed by the gazes
Chapter 1808"A few years. Why did you call him a bastard?""You still care about him? I just want to call him a bastard. Don't be silly. There are few innocent men like me. Think about it! It is cost-effective for you to marry me. You have never been married before, and neither have I. To be honest, with my appearance and status, it was not easy to stay single till now. Don’t you think it's very touching?"Hearing this, Essa was completely speechless."It's not touching at all. Are you sure you’re not impotent? Why are you a virgin till now? As you said, you have enough merits to fascinate others!"Hearing this, Jazz on the other end of the phone became sullen and said, "Are you doubting my potency?"Women’s suspicion was the most intolerable thing to men! How could she doubt his sexual potency? It had hurt his pride!"I didn't doubt it before, but you emphasized it over and over again. It is you that made me feel suspicious..." She took a sip of water. Compared to his exaspe
Chapter 1807Essa had told her that Summer was also from an ordinary family. Seeing she and Mark were so affectionate to each other, she felt relieved and believed that Mark was a good man.It was hard to imagine such a handsome man with a high status would be the same as an ordinary man when he was with his family.On the other side of the table, Essa was putting food on Jazz’s plate, while Jazz was picking out fishbones for her. Both of them had faint smiles on their faces, showing genuine love to each other.Essa’s mother let out a sigh of relief.After dinner, Mark insisted on sending the three of them home. Essa shook her head repeatedly and rejected because there were a lot of taxis outside the hotel."This is our first dinner together, so we must send you home. In this way, we can know where you live…"Although Mark's words were polite, they had an irresistible sense of solemnity.Jazz had wanted to refuse too, but after hearing Mark’s words, he swallowed the words back.
Chapter 1806Jazz walked over and handed her red roses."You're too high-profile!" Essa kneaded her forehead with her hand, feeling a headache."Don't you like it?" Jazz smiled."I like it very much." She took a deep sniff. The roses were exuding a light fragrance, making her mood good."My brother and sister-in-law want to have dinner with you and your family tonight. Do you want to meet them?"Essa blinked, "Didn't we meet before?""Yes, but it's not formal. This time, it will be a formal meeting at the Grande Hotel at eight o'clock in the evening…"Essa rubbed her forehead, then went home, and told her mother about the dinner. Her mother was a little worried. She had only met Jazz before, and Mark was a big shot that she could only see on TV. When he suddenly wanted to meet them, Essa’s mother felt nervous.Essa kept comforting her, saying there would be no problem because Mark was very approachable and easygoing.She then changed her clothes and put on makeup. Later, Jazz