Tobias and Lucy kept Howard and Agatha company in the living room. They chatted for a while, and Agatha felt tired. Then, Howard wheeled her back to her room to rest. After that, Tobias and Lucy also called it a night and retreated to their rooms. The moment both of them stepped foot into the master bedroom, he became clingy. He held her from behind and wouldn't let go. Lucy said coquettishly, "What's the matter, darling? It's very hot today. Why are you clinging to me?"Tobias responded, "I'm touching my babies."Lucy asked, "Can you do it from another position?"Tobias said in a domineering tone, "No." Then, he pulled Lucy into his arms and placed his palm on her belly. He was very affectionate and thoughtful, looking like a loving father.Tobias held Lucy in his arms and bent down before pressing his ear on her belly. He listened to his twins' heartbeats and felt a kick from inside the belly. Tobias said, "You're being mean to your mom again, brat."Lucy looked at Tobia
Tobias said, "Okay, I will meet Banshee and have her explain things clearly in public."He ended the call. The expression on his face turned serious.Lucy's eyes flickered. She acted oblivious and asked, "What's the matter, darling?"Tobias said with regret, "Babe, I need to settle an urgent matter. I can't spend time with you anymore."When Tobias mentioned Banshee, Lucy knew what was happening but pretended to be oblivious to it. Lucy said, "Go and attend to it. I'll head back once I'm done.""No. Maya is still out there. I'm concerned about leaving you on your own. I'll send you home and attend to my matter after that."Lucy said, "It's okay. I'll call a cab."Tobias insisted. "Let's go. I'll send you home."Lucy pushed Tobias toward the exit and said, "Darling, it's crowded in the shopping mall. Nothing will happen to me. If you're still worried, get a bodyguard to follow me. I'll head home soon before you know it. Go and attend to your matter."Tobias was still concerne
Miles said, "Calm down, Tobias. Lucy might be in the lift. Perhaps there is no signal on her phone, so you couldn't contact her."Tobias contemplated and said, "Yeah, I hope so."However, he was unsure why his heart was pounding.Tobias thought maybe he was too worked up after finding out Lucy was Banshee.Miles said, "Tobias, I never thought Lucy was trained medically. You've married a good one."Tobias crossed his arms to steady his trembling hands. He said, "Yes. I'm so lucky to have married her."Tobias felt unsettled. He wished he could find Lucy and get to the bottom of it. He got up and said, "Miles, Faith, I need to find Lucy. I'll see you soon." "Okay."Tobias left and drove back to Ripley Residence. He went so fast that his car was practically levitating.Tobias called Lucy several times on his way back, but no one answered. He was getting more anxious as time passed.When he returned home, Howard and Agatha were in the living room.Overcome with emotion, Tobias a
When Lucy woke up once again, she recalled what happened in the shopping mall and shot up in terror, sitting upright. She looked around the foreign surroundings, and it looked like someone's intricately decorated bedroom.Suddenly, the door opened, and Chad walked in. "You're awake."Chad looked at Lucy with soft eyes. However, Lucy's scalp tingled at the sight of his gentle smile. He looked terrifying to her.She asked, "Chad, when did you get close to Maya?"Chad replied with a question, "Are you jealous?"Lucy was rendered speechless.She cursed him for being a typical, arrogant man.Chad smiled and said, "Since I met Tobias, I ended up being on the nation's most-wanted list because of him. Never did he think I was hiding right under his nose. The most dangerous place is often the safest."Lucy looked at him as she stayed silent.Chad said, "I've thought of getting close to you every day and taking you away, but he is a selfish man to have someone follow you around 24/7.
Chad had a tentative look in his eyes when Lucy made her request. He looked at her for a long time. Then, he said, "You better not pull any tricks!"Lucy smiled. "What can I do while you buy the materials and tools for me? I won't do anything reckless as long as you don't hurt me and my babies."Chad chuckled. He played with Lucy's hair and said, "Smart."Lucy's eyes turned grim as disgust simmered in them. She couldn't be bothered and turned away.Chad said, "I'll ask one of my lackeys to buy the materials. Give me a list of what you need. It's time for dinner. Eat with me."Lucy intentionally distanced herself from Chad and said, "Please give me a pen and a piece of paper."Chad took a pen and a piece of paper. Lucy wrote the materials and tools she needed on the paper and said, "Chad, please ask your men to bring these things to me by tonight."Chad agreed. "Okay. Let's go. It's time to keep me company."Lucy's eyes flickered as she looked at her bulging belly. Although she
When Tobias asked that question, his heart was suspended mid-air. He was inexplicably hopeful yet nervous.Finn said, "My contact hasn't replied yet."Tobias sensed the severity of the matter. The man bought all the ingredients to make the Zenith Elixir off the market for an excessive amount of money—he must have had the intention to create it. The person was either a competitor in the field or had ulterior motives.Tobias' thoughts wandered everywhere. He recalled the second half of Lucy's video, claiming she would produce more elixirs to give to those in need.Tobias seemed to have thought of something and quickly said, "Ask your contact to be careful not to expose himself. Quietly follow the man, and get back to us with any information.""Okay, Mr. Ripley."Tobias ended the call. He rubbed his temple, his head throbbing in pain. His head started hurting violently for some unknown reason.Miles said, "Don't get too worked up, Tobias. Leave it to the police to find Lucy. You sh
It was the afternoon when Tobias woke up again.His head felt heavy. He looked at the time, only to realize how long he was unconscious.Tobias struggled to get up. Then, Finn entered and said, "You're awake, Mr. Ripley. The doctor said you have a severe head injury, so you shouldn't move around too much. Please lie down and rest. "Mr. and Mrs. Ripley Senior were here while you were unconscious. Ms. Hawkins and Mr. Saint-Laurent were here too. They were worried for you. I'll tell them you're awake."Tobias couldn't be bothered about these things. He anxiously asked, "Finn, don't bother about these things. Have we heard any news about Lucy yet?"Finn said, "We have. My men followed the man into the deep mountains and sent me the location details. Then, I couldn't contact him anymore. I think he was caught."Tobias said, "That means the man who bought the medicinal ingredients is related to Lucy's disappearance. Have you sent a team to search the place?"Finn said, "Mr. Chadwick
Chad held Lucy's hand, ready to leave with her.When they exited the living room, Lucy murmured, "Chad, my stomach hurts. I need to use the bathroom…"Chad glanced at the time and said, "Make it quick."Lucy hummed in assent and dawdled to the bathroom.Chad was afraid she would play a trick and waited outside the door. Lucy sat on the toilet bowl, her heart racing.Tobias was a capable man and would find her here anytime soon. Lucy was stalling for him to come.After half an hour, Chad impatiently said, "Lucy, are you done?"Lucy said, "Yeah."She dawdled a few more minutes, flushed, and came out. Chad was losing his patience. He held her hand and started walking. "The ship at the docks won't wait for us. We have to go now."Lucy followed him unwillingly. She observed the environment around the villa and thought it looked familiar. However, she couldn't recall where she had seen it before.Lucy said, "I think I left something in my room. I'll get it and come back."Lucy was