Nolan stopped moving forward, turned his head, and looked extremely cold.Tristan picked up the cup of coffee. “What a coincidence, my great-nephew studies in this elementary school too.”…Katrina, who had been hospitalized, could not eat anything. Looking at her swollen and disfigured face, she smashed the mirror on the floor.Maizie walked up to the door of the ward and knocked first.Katrina looked at her. “It’s you? What are you doing here?”Her relationship with Maizie was not very friendly, and she certainly did not want to be friends with Maizie. She had only revealed that Barbara and Mrs. Goldmann were on the same side.“I’ve come to see you.” Maizie stopped by the bed and took a good look at her. “Mr. Zhivkov is such a cruel man.”Katrina trembled slightly, and a hint of surprise flashed across her eyes. “You...”‘How does she know about my relationship with Mr. Zhivkov?’Maizie was not at all surprised by her reaction. “Ms. Zalensky, you’re a woman of no background
Maizie looked disdainful. “You might not even be able to get Helios to take a fancy to you even if you were the one to approach him. I don’t want to go for wool and come back with shorn, so Francisco is the best choice.”‘I’ve tasted defeat when it comes to Helios. He won’t be captivated by women, is as humorless as a monk, and doesn’t know how to be romantic. That’s why I dare not put my hope on Helios. I’ll be left with nothing if I lose again this time around.‘But I’ll still stand a chance if I go for Francisco. I’ve looked into Francisco’s background. Although he was a good-for-nothing playboy, he hasn’t gotten in touch with any of those women ever since he went to the training camp a few years earlier.‘So I must minimize the risk by making Francisco my target. Anyway, he’s one of the young heirs of the Bouchers, so marrying him won’t make much of a difference. I’ll still get what I want at the end of the day.’Katrina opened the drawer abruptly and took her purse out of it.
Nolan snatched her silverware away from her, placed them on the table, and picked her up. “You’ll get to eat again later.”“Nolan Goldmann!” The objection was invalid.…The night was hazy, the music in the bar was deafening, the lights were dazzling in the dimness, the ladies on the stage were dancing pole dance while the fashionable men and women were drinking in the booths below the stage.Francisco and a few friends went to the bar for a drink and some entertainment. However, no women were sitting next to him, so he was there drinking by himself.One of the men grinned. “Young Master Boucher, would you like us to get you a bargirl?”Francisco waved his hand and placed his arm on the edge of the back of the couch. “No, I’m not interested in getting close with any woman.”“Yo, Young Master Boucher, it seems that you’ve reformed. You were the one who introduced us to ladies when we used to come out for a drink.”“Yeah. Have you quit being a playboy ever since you came back fro
Maisie smiled shyly but didn’t say anything. Tristan chuckled, “Even if you didn’t introduce us, I would know that this is Mrs. Goldmann.”He then turned to Maisie. “I just met Mr. Goldmann the day before yesterday at the golf course.”Maisie paused before smiling. “Really? He didn’t mention it.”Madam Nera sighed. “Mr. Goldmann’s mother Natasha was his sister. I just found out.”Tristan chimed in, “She’s going to be upset that I didn’t tell her earlier. I’ve been in Yaramoor all these years. Natasha was the one who didn’t mention it.”Madam Nera nodded. Tristan looked at Maisie. “Let’s meet up again when Mr. Goldmann is available.”Maisie’s eyes twitched, but she maintained her smile and said in a friendly tone, “Don’t worry, Mr. Knowles. I’ll tell Nolan you asked.”She picked up her teacup and looked down. Nolan had told her about his mother and the Knowles. His mother hadn’t enjoyed her life growing up.His mother had never mentioned being related to the Knowles of Yaram
Maisie awkwardly touched her forehead and looked toward Madam Nera. It was obvious that she was the only one who knew what was happening, and Madam Nera had no idea.She then looked at Christina, who didn’t look affected when she saw Tristan. She really was the lady of the house of a well-known family. …Maisie returned to her company and saw Nolan standing in front of the window when she stepped into her office.Light shone in his deep-set eyes. “Welcome back.”Maisie ran into his arms. “Madam Nera asked me out for tea. Mr. Knowles was there too.”Nolan raised his hand and touched her crown. “I know.”Maisie looked up at him. “We even bumped into Mr. and Mrs. Boucher. The three of them met, and I felt pretty awkward sitting there.”He chuckled. “That must have been complicated.”Maisie chuckled. “Not really. They mentioned you and asked why you weren't there. Mr. Knowles said we should get together when you have the time.”Nolan sniggered. “He knows who you are.”Maisie pl
Nolan raised her chin and stared at her red lips. “There’s no need for that. He didn’t come to Zlokova for us, but this old man is a little annoying. It’s best to keep contact to a minimum.”“Is he here for—” Before she could finish, Nolan smiled slyly. “Not the Bouchers either.”“What then?”Nolan covered her eyes. “There’s a Knowles boy in Daisie and Colton’s class, do you remember?”Maisie was surprised. “That boy?”Nolan stood up straight. “He’s the son of Tristan’s nephew, the young Mr. Knowles.”Maisie was shocked. That child was the youngest Mr. Knowles. “But why is he studying in Zlokova?”Nolan walked aside. “It is probably safer to be away from the family.”At the hotel…When Francisco awoke, he had a splitting headache, and his brain was foggy. When he saw the naked woman lying next to him, he sat up in shock, looked down on his own naked body, and was just lost. When the woman woke up, Francisco immediately covered his body. “You…”When he saw the woman’s f
Maizie could only take a step back to move forward so that it didn’t look too obvious. Francisco suddenly took all his cash out of his wallet and threw them on the bed. “This is all I have. I can’t give you anything more.”Maizie froze as if she felt humiliated, “What… What do you think I am?”“What do you think?” Francisco buttoned up his coat. “You climbed on top of me while I passed out. You did this to yourself. Do you think you’ll marry into the Boucher family after sleeping with me? Haha.”Francisco left without looking back and slammed the door on the way out. Maizie looked at the money scattered on the bed and threw the pillow. “You wait, Francisco Boucher!”Francisco got home and saw that Eugene was having tea while reading his papers. He saw that Francisco didn’t greet him, so he slammed the cup on the table. “Where were you last night?”“I was drunk and slept at my friend’s place.” Francisco went upstairs without looking at him. Eugene tossed the papers onto the t
Barbara’s tone was calm. “Just answer, did you or did you not?”“So what if I did?” Katrina walked into the building and fished some keys out of her bag. “Your uncle is dead, but your family is trying to hide that from the outside world. How could I let that happen?”Barbara said, “Hah, are you involved in my uncle’s car accident?”Katrina frowned. “Yelena, stop this nonsense. Why would I be involved with your uncle’s death? God is just punishing the Chases and taking it out on you. How is that my fault?”Barbara laughed. “How would I know if this was your plan with Peter Zhivkov?”Katrina got out of the elevator but paused when she heard that. “What are you trying to say?”“Go ask Mr. Zhivkov.”Barbara hung up before she could reply. Katrina stood outside her door, and her head started buzzing. She had a bad feeling about this.At the Glitz Club…Barbara sat in the dimly-lit room, scrolling through her phone. She saw the message Maisie had sent but didn’t reply. She couldn’
“Daisie.” Leah and Morrison walked up to her with wine glasses. “You look so pretty today.”“Thank you,” Daisie said with a smile.Leah lifted her wine glass. “I propose a toast. Morrison and I wish you a happy marriage.”Daisie clinked glasses with her. “Same goes for you and Morrison.”After the toast, Cameron walked up to Daisie with Waylon. Behind them were Freyja, Colton, Maisie, and Nolan.Maisie raised her hand and caressed her on the cheek. “You were great earlier today.”She giggled. “Really?”Nolan added, “You’ll forever be our dazzling pride, so yes.”Daisie grinned as if she was still the little princess of the family.Nollace came over. “Dad, Mom, a toast to the both of you. Thank you for letting me have Daisie’s hand.”“Consider yourself lucky.” Nolan snorted softly, picked up his wine glass, and clinked glasses with him. “You’d better treat my daughter well from now on.”Nollace glanced at Daisie. “Don’t worry. She’ll forever be my one and only.”Maisie chuck
In order to make way for the wedding carriage, other vehicles had been forbidden from accessing the route from the palace to the cathedral.Daisie looked out of the carriage—the streets were crowded with citizens, and they were all there to witness this grand scene.Nollace, sitting on the side, was wearing a double-breasted dark blue military jacket. He looked tall and broad, and there were two St. Patrick’s Stars on his epaulets, one on each side, a full set of medals on his chest, and other complicated decorations.He held the back of Daisie’s hand and smiled suddenly. “You have sweaty palms.”Daisie looked back at him and responded with a trembling voice, “I’m nervous.”He lifted her hand and kissed the back of her hand. “I’m here, so don’t be nervous. Just take it easy.”Daisie’s gaze landed on his wedding jacket. “You look nice in this uniform.”Nollace chuckled. “And my bride looks stunning too.”Arriving at the cathedral, Nollace was separated from Daisie. Accompanied b
“By the way, where’s Cameron?” asked Morrison.Waylon replied, “She’s accompanying her father on a stroll. I’m going to go meet them already, so I’ll leave you to yourselves for now. You can do whatever you want with your free time.”After saying that, he got up and left the couple.Morrison shook his head. “He’s changed now that he has a wife.”“You’re speaking as if you haven’t changed.” Leah got up instantly and left the restaurant.Morrison put his cup down and caught up to her immediately. “Hey, why would you leave me behind? Wait for me.”Maisie and Saydie came out of the private room and ran into Nolan and Quincy in the corridor.Quincy nodded. “Mrs. Goldmann.”Maisie stopped in front of Nolan, and Nolan grabbed her by her hand. “Have you finished catching up?”“Of course. Didn’t you want to go to the Hathaways’ villa with Dad in the afternoon?”Nolan smiled. “I was waiting for you. We’re just going over to have a meal together.”Quincy walked up to Saydie’s side and
Daisie grinned from ear to ear. “Then I’ll wear this crown on my wedding day, which can be considered an endorsement for my mom’s jewelry company and design.”Nollace hugged her from behind. “You can do anything as long as you like it.”…The members of the Goldmanns arrived in Yaramoor two days before the wedding and stayed in the hotel arranged by Nollace. The royal family had reserved the entire hotel for receiving distinguished guests from Zlokova who came to attend the wedding.Members from the Bouchers and the Lucases showed up, and Sunny was also present.There were also some familiar faces from the Zlokovian entertainment industry. Hannah, Amy, James, and Charlie, who were close friends with Daisie, all came.Leah and Morrison were also on the invitation list.When Maisie came to the restaurant, the waiter led her into a private room.As soon as she saw the man sitting inside, she smiled and exclaimed, “Godfather!”Strix slowly turned around.She had not seen him for
The rest of the people laughed.The night came, and the entire city was shrouded in a mist of neon light. Daisie and Nollace returned to Taylorton after having their dinner.Her hair was wet as she got out of the shower. Nollace took over her towel and helped her to dry her hair.She sat in front of her dresser and looked at the person behind her through the mirror. There was a smile tugging at the corner of her mouth as she said, “Nolly, I’m really looking forward to our wedding.”“Really?” Nollace gently dried the soft tips of her hair. “I’m looking forward to it too.”“I can say that my life is perfect now, right? Since I can marry and walk down the aisle with the man I love the most.”He laughed out loud and leaned down to her ear. “You know what? All the wishes in my life have come true as well.”Daisie turned her head around. “What are your wishes?”“Marry you, give you a wedding, and have our own kids.”She was stunned. Slowly, her face turned red due to her embarrassme
“Yeah, it’s true,” replied Zephir.“It seems like you’ve finally become more mature after coming back from your vacation.” Naomi patted his shoulder. “I wish you all the best in your future endeavors.” He smiled at her but did not say anything.…Soon, it was the end of the month. Their vacation had come to an end, and they returned to Bassburgh.Maisie and Nolan were waiting for them in the courtyard. After getting out of the car, Daisie ran up to them. “Mommy! Daddy!”She hugged both of them.Nolan petted her head and smiled helplessly. “You’re an adult now. You should stop acting like a kid.”She smiled back at them and said, “But I know I’ll always be your kid in your eyes.”Maisie chuckled and looked at the other people. “It seems like you guys had a lot of fun. Anyway, come in first. We should eat together tonight.”Freyja and Cameron went to look for their kids after they went into the house. Charm and her two cousins were staying in the same room. All of them were sl
Nollace looked at them. “What a coincidence.”“Morrison and I were here earlier than you guys,” said Leah. “We only found out that you guys were here when Daisie posted a photo on her Facebook page.”Daisie pulled Leah to the seat and said, “Then you should stay a few more days with us.”After Morrison took his seat, Waylon introduced him to Freyja and Daisie. “She’s my sister-in-law, Freyja, and she’s my sister. Her name is Daisie.”“I’ve seen them before at your wedding,” said Morrison. “Your sister is my wife’s classmate. She has told me before.”“Since when did I become your wife? There’s a chance I may not marry you in the future,” said Leah.“We’re already engaged. If you don’t want to marry me, who else are you going to marry?” Morrison frowned, causing the crowd to break out in a burst of laughter, save for Daisie.She looked at Leah in disbelief and asked, “Engaged? When did you get engaged, Leah?” Leah cleared her throat and replied, “Well, I forgot to inform you abo
The stall owner said, “$10 for three chances.”“$10 for three chances only? That’s expensive,” commented Freyja.The stall owner raised his head and said, “I’m the cheapest around here. Other stalls offer $15 for three chances.” Daisie tugged at Freyja and said, “Let's just give him the money. It isn't easy for them to set up a stall here anyway, so let's have some fun.”After that, she gave $20 to the stall owner and said, “Please give us six hoops.”The stall owner gave her six hoops. She had her eyes set on a bracelet. Although she knew it was fake, it was rather beautiful. She held a hoop and threw it toward the bracelet.However, she did not get it.She threw another two hoops at the bracelet, but her attempts failed, much to her chagrin. She had only three hoops left.Seeing that Daisie was prepared to give up, Cameron took over the rest of the hoops in her hand and said, “Leave it to me.”She squinted and aimed at the bracelet. After that, she threw the hoop at it an
The night of the old town was silent. The air was filled with nothing but the humming of insects. There was a lamp hanging outside of the tent on the grass. The atmosphere was quiet. Daisie was tossing and turning in the sleeping bag as sleep just wouldn't come to her. Suddenly, an arm appeared across her waist as she was brought into a chest. “What’s the matter? You can’t sleep?”“Yeah…” She buried her head in his chest and said, “I want to go to take a leak, but I’m a little bit scared.”Nollace kissed her forehead and said, “I’ll go with you then.”Both of them came out of the tent. Nollace took a flashlight and led Daisie to a row of trees in the distance. Daisie turned her head and said, “You wait for me here.”Nollace nodded. “Just shout my name if you need anything.”She walked into the forest and stopped in front of a tree not far away from Nollace.After she had done her business, she hastily got out of the forest and held tightly to Nollace’s arm. “Alright, let’s go