Chapter One Hundred TenHenry drove Bella home. Throughout the journey, neither of them spoke a word. Henry was deeply curious about the man named Levi—who he was and why both Bella and her father looked so unsettled when the man appeared.Bella remained silent, gazing out the window at the bustling nighttime streets. The vibrant, lively scene contrasted starkly with her pensive and gloomy mood.Her mind kept replaying Levi's cryptic words and her father's pale, worried expression. What had that man done, and why did he choose this particular moment to act?No matter how much Bella speculated, she couldn't figure out why Levi had come to her father's house this evening, coinciding with a time when the entire family was present.“Are you worried about that man, Levi? Do you... know what kind of person he is?” Henry broke the silence, his voice shattering the tension in the car.Bella flinched. She forced a natural-looking smile, her eyes darting away. “I don’t know who he is. We just a
Chapter One Hundred and Eleven"What did you just say?" Bella asked again, as she couldn’t hear clearly.Seeing Levi approaching her, an inexplicable unease rose within her. Levi’s unusual demeanor left Bella unsure of his intentions.“You tell. All this time… no, ever since that moment, I’ve been tolerating you in even the smallest matters. And what about you? It seems like I’ve spoiled you so much that you’ve completely lost sight of your own situation.”“What nonsense are you talking about? Tolerating me? I think you’re just too bored and decided to come looking for trouble. How many times do I have to repeat this? Our relationship is over. It’s done. Don’t you understand what ‘done’ means?”Having to bring this issue up again drove Bella mad. She thought Levi’s silence over the past while meant he understood and that both of them had tacitly agreed their mutually beneficial relationship was over. Contrary to her expectations, Levi seemed intent on complicating things further.Or ra
Chapter One Hundred TwelveSince Pearl's trial, Bella hadn't engaged in any intimacy for a while, making every touch from Levi send shivers down her spine and heighten her sensitivity.From the start, their relationship was nothing more than a transaction of physical needs and benefits: he helped her take revenge on the two betrayers, and she satisfied him by becoming his lover—a lover who could fulfill his desires whenever he wanted.Indeed, Bella had always played her role well while the deal was ongoing and never once refused this man. But that was when their deal was still in progress. Now, what meaning did this hold?"What is our relationship now? Tell me. My ex-husband and his mistress have been thrown into prison, so I don’t need your help anymore. If you're doing this just to satisfy your own needs, go find another woman. I don’t want to continue this with you anymore.” A moment ago, Bella had been flustered, but now she spoke with surprising calm.The large hand caressing Bel
Chapter One Hundred and Thirteen“Hmmm… haaa… ugh… ugh… please… I… can’t take it anymore… hic… ugh… aahh…” Bella kept letting out intermittent moans, although the pleasure was coming in waves, this level of madness was really too much for her.The room was filled with sounds that made the listener blush with embarrassment, not only Bella’s moans but also Levi’s vulgar words that made Bella wish she was deaf so she wouldn’t have to hear what came out of this man’s mouth.“Damn. Baby, I’m almost there… look, I haven’t even come yet and you’ve already climaxed several times, you’re getting more and more sensitive.” Levi thrusted frantically, he tightened his grip on her waist, leaving clear red palm prints on both sides of Bella’s waist.Bella was in a daze from pleasure, as soon as she heard Levi speak, she immediately woke up, tears welling up in her eyes as she looked at him, her voice trembling as she begged.“Don’t… don’t shoot inside… pull out… ugh… hmmmm… ugh… I don’t want to… ple
Chapter One Hundred and FourteenBella looked at the steaming hot dishes on the table, feeling utterly exhausted and conflicted. She knew that the boss of the man who had delivered the food was definitely Levi, but what she really wanted to question was why he kept showing concern for her.Bella mumbled to herself, "Does he like me? Well, it makes sense. If he didn’t like me, he wouldn’t come to me to fulfill his needs. But if that's the case, then what he likes is my body, not me… How exhausting. Love… I don't want to go through that pain again..."In the kitchen, Bella sat alone in front of the steaming dishes. The atmosphere was gloomy and lifeless. She quietly ate, silently shedding tears, unaware of when they had started falling until a few drops landed in her food."What should I do now?" Bella forced a bitter smile. She was scared—terrified of enduring another heartbreak. Once was more than enough for her.The betrayal of the two people she trusted most was just a small part of
Chapter One Hundred and FifteenAs soon as Mr. James finished speaking, the atmosphere in the room grew noticeably tense. Bella furrowed her brows tightly—everything was changing too fast, and she still didn’t understand what was truly happening. Why was her father so anxious and fearful?Clenching her fists, Bella was determined to uncover the truth. If she didn't know what was going on, she wouldn't be going anywhere."Dad, I’m an adult now. You can’t keep treating me like an ignorant child. Keeping things vague like this will only make both of us more worried and exhausted. If you don’t tell me the truth, I’m not leaving. How am I supposed to know what will happen to you once I’m gone?"No matter what Mr. James said, Bella remained resolute. Besides, she saw no reason to run away. Even if Levi was truly a dangerous man, someone capable of controlling everything with just one hand—so what?It wasn’t that Bella was overly confident or arrogant, but she simply couldn’t predict Levi’s
Chapter One Hundred SixteenAssistant Kim's question made Bella's mind freeze instantly. She looked up and asked, "What do you mean?""Possessiveness is something inherent in every person and every living creature. Even the smallest things, like keeping one's belongings, stem from possessiveness. The concept itself is simple, but when it reaches an extreme, higher and higher, there’s no way to escape or control it. The man you are trying to avoid and run away from, I’m afraid..."Assistant Kim stopped mid-sentence and stared at Bella. Even though she didn’t finish her words, both of them knew exactly what she was implying.At first, it seemed like Assistant Kim was giving a general example, but in the end, it pointed directly at Bella. Of course, Bella understood what she meant, but the phrase "no way to escape" seemed like an exaggeration.It was true that she wanted to avoid that man. It was true that he refused to end things cleanly with her. But it wasn't to the extent of being co
Chapter One Hundred SeventeenAnd obviously, their conversation led nowhere. Bella returned home in an irritated and frustrated mood, yet there was nothing she could do about it. She angrily slammed her fist against the steering wheel."That shameless bastard! Is he insane or what? What does he want from me, clinging to me like a leech?"Levi was always like this. Now, he acted as if nothing had changed between them. No, to be precise, he acted as if she belonged to him. He always did whatever he pleased, completely ignoring Bella’s unwillingness.Just earlier, Levi had simply smiled, unfazed by Bella’s scolding. He said, "Are you free tomorrow night? Ever since I saw you at that bar, I haven’t gone back there. We should—""Enough! I’m not as idle as you. Tomorrow night, I have an important meeting with a business partner. And right now, I’m already wasting my precious time on someone as unreasonable as you," Bella cut him off, not caring about his expression as she grabbed her bag an
Chapter One Hundred EighteenBella pressed her lips tightly together, clenched her teeth, and gripped her hands, but she didn’t dare show any dissatisfaction or discomfort in front of Levi. She forced an awkward smile."You really know how to joke. So, which part of the project are you dissatisfied with? Just say the word, and I’ll revise it to your liking. The contract too—what part doesn’t meet your expectations?"Levi was very patient. He clearly saw Bella’s reluctance and frustration but still listened to everything she said. He stood close to her, narrowing the distance between them, while Bella could only sit still, unable to move away."So as long as I say the word, you’ll do as I please? Is that what you mean?" Levi chuckled as he looked down at Bella.Bella felt she could no longer keep up her forced smile. She said, "That’s right, in the contract—"Before she could finish, he interrupted her, "Then let me take you home. Would you accept this simple request of mine?"The mome
Chapter One Hundred SeventeenAnd obviously, their conversation led nowhere. Bella returned home in an irritated and frustrated mood, yet there was nothing she could do about it. She angrily slammed her fist against the steering wheel."That shameless bastard! Is he insane or what? What does he want from me, clinging to me like a leech?"Levi was always like this. Now, he acted as if nothing had changed between them. No, to be precise, he acted as if she belonged to him. He always did whatever he pleased, completely ignoring Bella’s unwillingness.Just earlier, Levi had simply smiled, unfazed by Bella’s scolding. He said, "Are you free tomorrow night? Ever since I saw you at that bar, I haven’t gone back there. We should—""Enough! I’m not as idle as you. Tomorrow night, I have an important meeting with a business partner. And right now, I’m already wasting my precious time on someone as unreasonable as you," Bella cut him off, not caring about his expression as she grabbed her bag an
Chapter One Hundred SixteenAssistant Kim's question made Bella's mind freeze instantly. She looked up and asked, "What do you mean?""Possessiveness is something inherent in every person and every living creature. Even the smallest things, like keeping one's belongings, stem from possessiveness. The concept itself is simple, but when it reaches an extreme, higher and higher, there’s no way to escape or control it. The man you are trying to avoid and run away from, I’m afraid..."Assistant Kim stopped mid-sentence and stared at Bella. Even though she didn’t finish her words, both of them knew exactly what she was implying.At first, it seemed like Assistant Kim was giving a general example, but in the end, it pointed directly at Bella. Of course, Bella understood what she meant, but the phrase "no way to escape" seemed like an exaggeration.It was true that she wanted to avoid that man. It was true that he refused to end things cleanly with her. But it wasn't to the extent of being co
Chapter One Hundred and FifteenAs soon as Mr. James finished speaking, the atmosphere in the room grew noticeably tense. Bella furrowed her brows tightly—everything was changing too fast, and she still didn’t understand what was truly happening. Why was her father so anxious and fearful?Clenching her fists, Bella was determined to uncover the truth. If she didn't know what was going on, she wouldn't be going anywhere."Dad, I’m an adult now. You can’t keep treating me like an ignorant child. Keeping things vague like this will only make both of us more worried and exhausted. If you don’t tell me the truth, I’m not leaving. How am I supposed to know what will happen to you once I’m gone?"No matter what Mr. James said, Bella remained resolute. Besides, she saw no reason to run away. Even if Levi was truly a dangerous man, someone capable of controlling everything with just one hand—so what?It wasn’t that Bella was overly confident or arrogant, but she simply couldn’t predict Levi’s
Chapter One Hundred and FourteenBella looked at the steaming hot dishes on the table, feeling utterly exhausted and conflicted. She knew that the boss of the man who had delivered the food was definitely Levi, but what she really wanted to question was why he kept showing concern for her.Bella mumbled to herself, "Does he like me? Well, it makes sense. If he didn’t like me, he wouldn’t come to me to fulfill his needs. But if that's the case, then what he likes is my body, not me… How exhausting. Love… I don't want to go through that pain again..."In the kitchen, Bella sat alone in front of the steaming dishes. The atmosphere was gloomy and lifeless. She quietly ate, silently shedding tears, unaware of when they had started falling until a few drops landed in her food."What should I do now?" Bella forced a bitter smile. She was scared—terrified of enduring another heartbreak. Once was more than enough for her.The betrayal of the two people she trusted most was just a small part of
Chapter One Hundred and Thirteen“Hmmm… haaa… ugh… ugh… please… I… can’t take it anymore… hic… ugh… aahh…” Bella kept letting out intermittent moans, although the pleasure was coming in waves, this level of madness was really too much for her.The room was filled with sounds that made the listener blush with embarrassment, not only Bella’s moans but also Levi’s vulgar words that made Bella wish she was deaf so she wouldn’t have to hear what came out of this man’s mouth.“Damn. Baby, I’m almost there… look, I haven’t even come yet and you’ve already climaxed several times, you’re getting more and more sensitive.” Levi thrusted frantically, he tightened his grip on her waist, leaving clear red palm prints on both sides of Bella’s waist.Bella was in a daze from pleasure, as soon as she heard Levi speak, she immediately woke up, tears welling up in her eyes as she looked at him, her voice trembling as she begged.“Don’t… don’t shoot inside… pull out… ugh… hmmmm… ugh… I don’t want to… ple
Chapter One Hundred TwelveSince Pearl's trial, Bella hadn't engaged in any intimacy for a while, making every touch from Levi send shivers down her spine and heighten her sensitivity.From the start, their relationship was nothing more than a transaction of physical needs and benefits: he helped her take revenge on the two betrayers, and she satisfied him by becoming his lover—a lover who could fulfill his desires whenever he wanted.Indeed, Bella had always played her role well while the deal was ongoing and never once refused this man. But that was when their deal was still in progress. Now, what meaning did this hold?"What is our relationship now? Tell me. My ex-husband and his mistress have been thrown into prison, so I don’t need your help anymore. If you're doing this just to satisfy your own needs, go find another woman. I don’t want to continue this with you anymore.” A moment ago, Bella had been flustered, but now she spoke with surprising calm.The large hand caressing Bel
Chapter One Hundred and Eleven"What did you just say?" Bella asked again, as she couldn’t hear clearly.Seeing Levi approaching her, an inexplicable unease rose within her. Levi’s unusual demeanor left Bella unsure of his intentions.“You tell. All this time… no, ever since that moment, I’ve been tolerating you in even the smallest matters. And what about you? It seems like I’ve spoiled you so much that you’ve completely lost sight of your own situation.”“What nonsense are you talking about? Tolerating me? I think you’re just too bored and decided to come looking for trouble. How many times do I have to repeat this? Our relationship is over. It’s done. Don’t you understand what ‘done’ means?”Having to bring this issue up again drove Bella mad. She thought Levi’s silence over the past while meant he understood and that both of them had tacitly agreed their mutually beneficial relationship was over. Contrary to her expectations, Levi seemed intent on complicating things further.Or ra
Chapter One Hundred TenHenry drove Bella home. Throughout the journey, neither of them spoke a word. Henry was deeply curious about the man named Levi—who he was and why both Bella and her father looked so unsettled when the man appeared.Bella remained silent, gazing out the window at the bustling nighttime streets. The vibrant, lively scene contrasted starkly with her pensive and gloomy mood.Her mind kept replaying Levi's cryptic words and her father's pale, worried expression. What had that man done, and why did he choose this particular moment to act?No matter how much Bella speculated, she couldn't figure out why Levi had come to her father's house this evening, coinciding with a time when the entire family was present.“Are you worried about that man, Levi? Do you... know what kind of person he is?” Henry broke the silence, his voice shattering the tension in the car.Bella flinched. She forced a natural-looking smile, her eyes darting away. “I don’t know who he is. We just a