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Noelle had intended to use that simple ring as a substitute for the engagement ring because it was more convenient to wear. However, she never had the courage to part with that ring until they divorced. Now, Noelle didn't even know where that ring had gone.Coincidentally, the ring Hendrix was putting on her finger at that moment was quite similar to the one Noelle had chosen back then. It was rose gold in color, with a subtle pattern of cosmos flowers etched into the band.She stared at it and was momentarily lost in thought.Hendrix didn't give her a chance to snap back to reality, though. He simply pulled her hand and, almost forcefully, slid the ring onto her finger."I also bought an engagement ring for the wedding," he said and added, "But for everyday wear, this one should be fine. I should've given it to you on the day we registered our marriage, but the custom design took some time."Noelle didn't even ask him to explain. But she did not cut him off. In the end, she just
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Hendrix was in a bad mood, so he didn't speak to Noelle throughout the whole journey.But Noelle had gotten used to this kind of interaction with him. She didn't take the initiative to talk to him, either, and the two of them remained in silence all the way to Mondivera.After an 11-hour flight, it was still daytime when they landed.Hendrix had work, so as soon as they landed, someone came to pick him up, while another person took Noelle to the hotel.Back when they were married, Noelle had accompanied him on business trips before, usually when there were public events requiring their joint appearance. But those were always in the country, lasting just one or two days.During the day, she would stay in the hotel and wait for Hendrix, only to join him in the evening for the events. Now, it was just a change in time and location.Noelle had already slept on the plane, so she wasn't feeling particularly tired at the moment.They were now on Mondivera's famous tourist island, and f
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Noelle looked at Hendrix and said, "The beach downstairs."She knew that her answer would not satisfy him, as he frowned even deeper and said, "This is not back home. Don't you know it's dangerous to go out alone?"Noelle wanted to say, "Then, why did you bring me here?"Did he want her to wait for him in the room the entire day?But after a moment of hesitation, Noelle did not retort back and just nodded in response.This reaction kind of surprised Hendrix a little."Did you need something? Why are you back?" Noelle asked. Hendrix pulled himself back together and gave her a strange look. "I'm here to bring you to meet someone.""A party?""Yeah, a friend of mine is hosting one."Noelle's gaze darkened, as she didn't know if his friend was one of his fund partners.Previously, she even went to his study room to find evidence. Hendrix did not have to bring her to meet his partners now, right?It seemed impossible when Noelle thought about it. But no matter what, she did not
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The location Hendrix mentioned turned out to be a private villa by the seaside. As the car entered the estate, Noelle noticed a warning sign outside the gates indicating that the area was off-limits to outsiders. Clearly, Hendrix wasn't considered one of them.A man dressed in a long-tail tuxedo approached their car as soon as it stopped, his posture respectful as he opened the door for them."This is Robert Pike, the butler here," Hendrix introduced briefly.Noelle nodded politely toward the man, who returned the gesture with a courteous bow before stepping aside to lead the way. "Mr. Freeman, Mr. Lawson is already waiting inside," Robert informed.Hendrix simply hummed in response.As they walked through the front hall, Noelle quickly took in the villa's interior. The space was predominantly white, with soaring ceilings and an expansive layout. The grandeur made her feel as though she had stepped into a palace.Hearing the sound, the man in front quickly turned around. He had
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Then, she heard Hendrix's response, "You wouldn't understand. You're not one of us, and you can't grasp how deeply we value marriage and family.""True, I don't. But marriage is a cage. It's something we agreed on before. Have you forgotten? Back then, you missed out on so much fun because of it. Now that you've finally broken free, why did you go back?"Hendrix simply chuckled."Or is it that your wife has something special about her that makes you willing to put up with this so-called cage?""No. She's just an ordinary woman. Nothing special about her.""I don't believe that. If that was true, why did you choose to marry her, of all people?""Because I don't want to waste time on anyone else. You said it yourself that marriage is a cage. It doesn't matter who you're with. I just happened to pick her. That's all."Noelle didn't listen any further. She abandoned her original plan of pushing open the door to confront Hendrix.When she noticed the maid looking at her with curiosi
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Erwin sent a car to Hendrix and Noelle back.However, as they neared the hotel, Hendrix instructed the driver to stop. He then turned to Noelle. "Shall we take a walk by the beach?"He had actually had quite a bit to drink tonight. But his self-control was impressive, for his eyes remained sharp and clear. If Noelle hadn't seen him drink earlier, she wouldn't have guessed it.Before she could reply, he just pulled her out of the car.It was nighttime, so it was not so crowded at the beach anymore.During the day, the sea appeared clear and turquoise, but now, it blended with the pitch-black sky. Even the waves that lapped at their feet seemed to carry an eerie undertone.Noelle didn't like it much, but Hendrix seemed to be in the mood and kept pulling her forward."I'll be busy tomorrow, so I will get a tour guide to bring you around. What do you think?""It's fine," Noelle rejected him.Hendrix was upset by this and turned around with a frown on his face.Noelle took a deep
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"So, is this why you've been so obedient tonight?" Hendrix asked.Noelle fell silent.But Hendrix suddenly chuckled. He thought as much. Since when had she become so compliant?Agreeing to have dinner with him when he asked, changing her clothes without a word of protest, and even those sweet, placating words and that hug from earlier.Hendrix slowly clenched his teeth. At that moment, everything felt unbearably ironic and ridiculous to him—truly ridiculous.How foolish of him to think Noelle had finally recognized his sincerity and believe that their relationship could finally begin to thaw.And yet?She did it all for Dylan!Hendrix felt something spreading rapidly with him—jealousy, rage, and pain. All these emotions intertwined, coursing through his veins and flooding his entire body, making his hands and feet tremble uncontrollably.And in that instant, a singular, piercing thought took root in his mind—Dylan had to die.It was no longer enough for Dylan to simply step a
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Hendrix had already dialed the number, and the voice on the other end had already answered with a "hello". But Hendrix couldn't bring himself to say a word."Mr. Freeman?"The person on the other end kept speaking, but Hendrix slowly turned his head, his eyes locking onto Noelle. She stood there, meeting his gaze."What did you just say?" he asked."If you really kill Dylan, then I'll kill myself, too," Noelle said, her voice unmistakably clear.Hendrix suddenly burst into laughter. It was as if he had just heard the most ridiculous joke in the world, laughing so hard that he was trembling all over.But his eyes slowly turned red, and there was the taste of blood lingering on his tongue. Even so, his voice remained calm as he asked, staring at Noelle, "You would die for Dylan?""Yes.""And what about Elm Group? You don't care about it anymore? And the one lying in the hospital—""Is threatening me the only thing you know how to do?" Noelle interrupted him. "I've already done w
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Hendrix initially planned to drop Noelle off at Nivis Villa. However, for some reason, he changed his mind and took her to the company instead.This wasn't Noelle's first time at Amity Group, but it was the first time she'd walked into the building hand in hand with Hendrix.This bold gesture of his naturally drew attention. Nearly everyone they passed turned to look at them. But because of Hendrix's status, no one dared to stare openly. Instead, those furtive glances inevitably landed on Noelle.Feeling discomfited by their gazes, Noelle instinctively tried to pull her hand away. But Hendrix seemed intent on challenging her. The more she struggled, the tighter his grip became.Noelle knew she couldn't keep struggling with him, not when they were out in public. Thus, she had no choice but to give up, choosing instead to ignore the stares and follow him quietly into his office.Hendrix's excuse to Beatrice about being busy wasn't just a pretext. After being away on a business trip
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"Honestly, what I hate most about your side of the world is all those tangled relationships. So much tradition and so many rules—filial piety, etiquette, all just shackles you impose on yourselves. "That's why I've always said this place suits you better. Free and unrestrained—you can do whatever you want whenever you want," Erwin said.Hendrix listened without a flicker of emotion on his face. When Erwin finished speaking, he simply replied, "Thanks for the suggestion."With that, he walked out.Erwin called after him, "If Noelle ever betrays you, remember—you're always welcome to come back."It was unclear whether Hendrix heard him or not. His footsteps didn't falter, nor did he offer any response.Erwin chuckled to himself. He then pulled out his phone and sent a message to Noelle."Ms. Swanson, I'm looking forward to your excellent performance."…Hendrix and Noelle returned to Coppersville that very day by plane.This didn't align with Hendrix's original work schedule,
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Hendrix was with Erwin. Despite taking a punch from Hendrix just the night before, Erwin didn't seem to mind at all. When he saw Hendrix, he even offered him the cigar he was holding, to which Hendrix declined."So, are you really cutting ties with me?" Erwin asked with a smile.Hendrix didn't return the smile. "I've quit smoking.""Oh? Let me guess. Is it because of your wife?"Hendrix didn't answer him.Erwin clicked his tongue. "You're really no fun now, you know that? You used to be so carefree and unrestrained, and now, you've trapped yourself in the prison of marriage and a woman. Don't you think that's pitiful? "And honestly, I just don't see it. What's so special about her that has you so hopelessly devoted to her?"In Erwin's eyes, Noelle might just pass as beautiful. Her intelligence? Not remarkable, but average enough. And it was this very "average" that made her seem all the more ordinary. If she were a fool, at least that would make her stand out.Hendrix cast him
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Noelle fell silent, so Hendrix assumed the conversation was over.But the next moment, she suddenly said, "Thank you."Why was she thanking him? Was she thanking him on Dylan's behalf?Even though that had been his initial goal, actually hearing those words coming out of Noelle's lips still left an uncomfortable ache in his chest.He turned over and sat up. Staring at her intently, he asked, "And then? That's it?"Noelle didn't resist. She simply met his gaze with her big, dewy eyes.The moonlight grew brighter, cascading over her face, making her appear even softer, more serene.Hendrix stared at her for a long time. Finally, he reached out and gently touched her cheek.Strangely enough, they had already done the most intimate things one could imagine, and it was even the first time he had touched her face. But this gentle gesture felt different—like an electric current passing from his fingertips to her skin, only to loop back and surge through him again.Hendrix instinctive
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When Noelle stepped out of the bathroom. Hendrix was still on the balcony, speaking on the phone. His voice sounded calm, but he was talking quickly, so Noelle couldn't make out what he was saying. Not that she wanted to anyway.She went straight to the bedroom. Once there, she collapsed onto the bed and closed her eyes, replaying the events of the day in her mind.Noelle knew that Erwin wasn't interested in her—not really. What intrigued him was the version of her in Hendrix's mind.Erwin believed that Hendrix was just like him. But as someone of the same kind, Erwin himself would never consider marriage, much less choose someone like Noelle. That was why he was so curious about Hendrix's decision.His line of thinking was undoubtedly insane. What was even more insane, however, was that Noelle could actually understand his logic and reasoning. That was what truly unsettled her.Sure enough, spending too much time around madmen had started to warp her own sense of normalcy. As the
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"I've told you. This isn't your fault," Hendrix interrupted her again.This time, Noelle fell completely silent."It wasn't your fault then, and it's not your fault today," Hendrix continued, his jaw tightening with every word. "Don't worry. I won't let anyone who's hurt you off the hook. Not a single one of them.""Oh, really? But isn't Erwin your partner? Won't it be difficult for you if you turn against him?"That shut Hendrix up real quick.Noelle thought he had finally realized the weight of the situation—proving, once again, that profit always came first to him. The thought made her lips twitch slightly. She was about to speak again when Hendrix said, "He's not my partner. Even if he was before, he's not anymore.""But don't you still share mutual interests?" Noelle pressed. "If you offend him, aren't you afraid that—""This is Mondivera, not Coppersville," Hendrix replied. "The foundation of Amity Group is in Coppersville, so I can give up everything here."Noelle said
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Hendrix's entire body was tense. In the end, it was Noelle who practically dragged him out by sheer force. If she hadn't, he would've undoubtedly started another fight with Erwin right then and there. She knew Hendrix was skilled, but Erwin had plenty of bodyguards at his disposal.And no matter how much she disliked Hendrix at that moment, she couldn't stand the thought of him dying in a place like this.Finally, they returned to the hotel.Noelle hadn't forgotten how Hendrix had locked her in the room earlier. The moment they entered, she quickly let go of his hand. But before she could take another step, Hendrix grabbed her wrist and pulled her straight into the bathroom.At first, Noelle was confused, until he started roughly yanking at her clothes with an almost frantic urgency.Her mind flashed to Erwin's earlier words. She couldn't help but smile mockingly. "Isn't it a little too late to check now?"Her words made Hendrix's hands falter, his movements stiffening."I sle
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Erwin's voice rang out quickly, "Hendrix, you're here."Hearing the voice, Hendrix immediately looked up. When he saw Erwin standing there in a loosely draped robe, its belt barely tied, his expression turned grim."Where's Noelle?" he asked in a tense voice."What?""I asked you—where is Noelle?"Hendrix strode forward in a few quick steps and grabbed Erwin's collar with both hands."Calm down. Don't worry. She's fine. In fact, she just fell asleep," Erwin replied, then smiled smugly.Hendrix's mind went blank for a moment. He didn't say a word, simply releasing Erwin's collar before dashing upstairs.Just then, Noelle, seemingly alerted by the commotion, stepped out of her room.When Hendrix saw her standing there unharmed, he could no longer hold back. In a few quick strides, he closed the distance and wrapped her tightly in his arms.She was safe.That single thought flooded his mind, instantly outweighing everything else in importance.On the way here, he had considere
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Hendrix's negotiations went smoothly.However, as expected, David was unwilling to give up so easily. After signing the contract, he insisted on having dinner with Hendrix, during which he tirelessly introduced his daughter. Even after Hendrix mentioned that he was married, David remained undeterred, saying it didn't matter.David went on to emphasize how obedient his daughter was, adding that she could stay here while Hendrix visited her whenever he had the time. Of course, Hendrix didn't take any of it seriously.After some back-and-forth, it was past midnight by the time Hendrix boarded his flight. Once he landed, he immediately headed back to the hotel.During this time, Noelle had called him twice. The first call came while he was in a meeting, and the second while he was on the plane, so he hadn't been able to answer either.Hendrix called Noelle back, but this time, she didn't answer. He knew she was likely angry—after all, he had locked her in the hotel room for an entire
