Ronan's slender fingers single-handedly loosened his tie, his mood becoming increasingly restless as he kept glancing at the clock.He left her on the roadside; she should have taken a taxi back by now, right?What time is it? Why hasn't she returned yet?The large TV screen in the living room was broadcasting breaking news."We bring you the latest news. A deranged criminal has recently emerged in the city, specifically targeting pregnant women for robbery and murder. Citizens, please remain calm; the police are actively searching for the suspect..."Ronan's ears perked up.He panicked completely, jumping off the sofa with a swoosh.He regretted leaving Lyra on the roadside.What if something happened to her?Without thinking, he rushed to the garage, started the car, and drove off recklessly.He sped all the way, with images of Lyra covered in blood filling his mind.Wearing Bluetooth earphones, he continuously dialed Lyra's number, but there was no answer.He returned to the spot w
The next day, Lyra walked slowly to the dining room for breakfast, her brows lightly furrowed. Zane, the butler, looked a bit concerned. "Madam, are you alright?" "I'm fine." As soon as Lyra spoke, her voice carried a lazy, husky, and soft tone that made people blush and tremble. Zane blushed and hastily said, "Madam, please have breakfast!" He thought no wonder the young master caused a city-wide uproar last night. The young master truly dotes on Madam! Lyra walked slowly. Her figure was noble and elegant, with a graceful demeanor. This was a habit formed by being thoroughly tossed around by Ronan. When she took slightly larger steps, her legs ached severely, becoming red and swollen. Even sitting down required utmost caution. Could her sitting posture be anything but dignified and composed? Ronan seemed to have gone mad last night. If it weren't for her pleading not to harm the baby, he probably wouldn't have spared her the whole night. That terrible man was sitting at t
Hearing that her friends were arrested by the police, Cordelia Locke felt like her heart was being torn apart. She had always been a kind girl, unwilling to believe in the dark side of human nature. Since childhood, she loved helping others, preferring to work to earn money to help classmates pay tuition fees. So when Emily and Lily claimed they didn't steal money, Cordelia Locke hesitated for a moment but quickly believed them. "Don't worry, I will explain to Ronan and have the police release you," Cordelia Locke assured them. With Cordelia Locke's promise, Emily and Lily felt relieved. After leaving the police station, Cordelia Locke called Ronan to ask where he was. Ronan casually said he was at the company, and she hung up, hailed a taxi, and went to Zenith Ventures. "Miss, you can't go in!" The secretary tried to stop Cordelia Locke. Seeing her frail appearance and not daring to use force, fearing the girl might fall at any moment, Cordelia Locke rushed into Ronan's offi
Emily argued cunningly, "I just used it on my face, how was I supposed to know you were planning to give it to someone? You didn't say!"Chloe immediately responded, "You used it on your face? Can you use half a bottle just for your face? I clearly saw you applying it on your legs!"Chloe raised the bottle, and it was nearly empty.It was outrageous enough that she used the foundation that Chloe had prepared to give to her mother, but she also used it on her legs!Chloe said with a sense of grievance, "Madam, Emily never cleans the dormitory; sometimes she doesn't even flush the toilet. All the snacks I bought were eaten by her!""While I really like it here, I don't want to live with her anymore!"Lyra nodded, feeling that Emily was indeed going too far.She called Butler Zane and had Chloe moved to a different dormitory."Get along well with your colleagues from now on!" Lyra said.Emily dismissively agreed.Lyra thought Emily was new and didn't understand the rules, so she didn't t
Lyra chuckled, pointing at the disheveled Lily kneeling on the ground:"She claims to be the good friend of your beloved woman, and she even considers herself the mistress of Emperor Garden, thinking she can touch my things at will! I dare not refuse her!"Ronan glanced around, his eyes sweeping over the two dresses on the floor.He squinted, recognizing both dresses as the ones he had bought for Lyra.Because Lyra's belly had grown larger, she couldn't wear them anymore. Just a few days ago, he specifically instructed Butler Zane to keep them properly.Looking at Lily in her exposed state, Ronan probably guessed the reason for the situation.He was angry, infuriated by Lily's reckless words.What did she mean by his most beloved woman?Even if he felt guilt and sympathy for Cordelia Locke, could such words be said recklessly in front of his wife?How could this fool be Cordelia Locke's good friend?Lyra, sitting on the sofa, supporting her belly, had an unhappy expression.Ronan walk
Emily was still unaware of Lily being kicked out.She had been trying to make her presence known in front of Ronan. When she heard that Ronan wanted a fruit platter, she immediately volunteered and ran to the kitchen."Lyra, don't be angry, okay? There won't be such people coming to Emperor Garden again," Ronan placated her in a low voice.Lyra calmly said, "I've said it before; I can give up the position of Mrs. Locke anytime, as long as you agree to divorce...""Forget about it; I will never divorce!" Ronan gritted his teeth.Emily, holding the fruit platter, was puzzled. Wasn't it said that Lyra used the child in her belly to dominate Miss Locke's position? Why was she now talking about divorce, and Ronan was against it?Putting down the fruit platter, Emily finally found a chance to grab attention.She said softly, "Mr. Ronan, the fruit platter is here, all made by me."Ronan, without even looking at her, waved his hand dismissively.Emily glared at Lyra resentfully.What a preten
Ronan drove to the villa and heard a commotion from afar.He parked the car and searched for servants but found none.The main gate was tightly locked, and music played from inside.He circled to another side's window, peering through curtains that were never drawn.He saw a woman wearing only underwear and short shorts, dancing to the music.Wasn't that the woman, Emily, who caused the allergic reaction on his face?Ronan was furious, his jaw tightly clenched. He pounded on the door.After a while with no response, he pounded harder. The music inside lowered, but still, no one came to open the door."Who's there, knocking like that?" Emily's impatient voice sounded from inside."Open the door!" Ronan said with a dark face.After a while, Emily opened the door, surprised to see him. "Mr. Ronan, are you here to see me?"Ronan, with a stern expression, pushed the door open and entered.Instant noodles and snacks were scattered everywhere, the floor even had crawling cockroaches.Dirty c
Ronan suppressed his anger and drove Cordelia Locke back to the villa. After she got out of the car, he didn't say a word, simply drove away. Cordelia Locke stood at the door, feeling both sad and wronged.Emily and Lily ran out to console her. "Cordelia, you did nothing wrong. Don't be sad.""Yeah, who knows if that kid was lying? He was just playing around and got lost. How can his parents blame you?" Emily reassured.Trembling, Cordelia Locke, with teary eyes, said, "I seem to have caused trouble for him again. He must hate me now!"Emily handed her tissues to wipe away the tears. "It's not your fault. You were just helping him.""Helping him?" Cordelia Locke raised her eyes, puzzled.Emily confidently explained, "Of course, you've done so many good deeds; there will be good karma. Right now, you're accumulating merit for Ronan!"Lily joined in, "Exactly, spending his money on good deeds will make him grateful. Sooner or later, he'll understand what a kind person you are!""Isn't R