"No, you can't!" Stefan covered Renee's mouth and said seriously, "Don't even fancy such a thought. If you get sick of me, I'll jump into the sea with you. We'll start a new life, then we'll find each other a novelty again." Their conversation gave Owen goosebumps. He would never have thought that the aloof president of Hunt Enterprise would be so clingy. Stefan behaved like a primary school kid!Stefan had finally managed to reassure Renee, but suddenly realized there was something they hadn't addressed. "No, my wife's been dispirited lately. She's always tired and sleepy. What's wrong with her then if it's not pregnancy?" "It's because she's suffering from—" Owen had wanted to tell Stefan the truth, but when he caught sight of Renee's panicked expression, he sighed. "I think it's the aftermath of losing her eyes. Her health got worse, and she suffered some blood loss, which is probably why she's feeling so lazy and dispirited.""I guess so." Stefan clenched his fists and looked
"Your eyes..." Owen looked at Stefan's eyes and faked a smile. "I think they're good. They're deep-set and cunning like a fox's, which means that the owner of the eyes isn't that easy to fool.""Stop messing around!" Stefan groaned. His eyes were Jovan's eyes, and Jovan was a wicked and cunning man. Sometimes Stefan hated having those eyes, but he could not get rid of them. "So, you're saying that my eyes can be given up to my wife?""We'll need a check-up for that to see if they're compatible, but generally... it's impossible," Owen replied tentatively."Why not? Since my wife could give her eyes to Jovan, Jovan's eyes should be suitable for her too.""Yeah, you can say that, but human organs aren't reciprocal—it's not like you can casually pass them around. Yes, you're using Jovan's eyes now, and that means that your body has accepted Jovan's eyes, and your cells have produced a system to match them. But that system might not suit Ms. Everheart. Does that make sense to you?" Owen
Stefan had been wanting to help Renee regain her eyesight, and was willing to pay any price for it."It's simple. Raise the reward and spread it far and wide. I'm sure many people will come to you." Owen smiled sadly. "There are many who are obsessed with material wealth, so most problems can be solved with money.""Yeah, you're right... I got it." Stefan nodded.-Early the next morning, Stefan worked with Xavier's entertainment company to issue an advertisement seeking a pair of eyes. The donor would be rewarded with 100 million dollars if their eyes were a match, and they would also get five percent of the shares of Hunt Enterprise. The reward was extremely tempting because once there was a match, the person concerned would have endless wealth for generations to come. The advertisement created an uproar, and there were so many applications that the website and phone application crashed. .At last, Stefan was forced to issue some requirements—the donor had to be between twenty t
Stefan's response shocked Elijah, even though he had expected such a response. "Mr. Hunt, have you thought this through? Are you sure you want to give up your career in exchange for your beloved?" Elijah would always support Stefan's choices, but he was reluctant to see Jovan defeat Stefan this way. It amazed him how a workaholic like Stefan could suddenly become so obsessed with love. The power of family was immense. "At first, I wanted both, but that's too greedy of me. If I have to choose one, I'll certainly want my lover and family," Stefan replied calmly. He had whole-heartedly wanted to manage the company and bring it to greater heights, but after he had regained his memories with Renee, he realized what was most important. Both he and Renee had missed out on a lot, and he was greatly indebted to his children. If he had lived for the Hunt family's honor for the first half of his life, he wanted to live for himself, Renee, and their children for the rest of his life. "Mr. Hunt
"Do your parents know? You can't make this decision impulsively. If your parents say no, the internal fight of the company might cause conflict in the family. Have you considered the consequences?" Elijah patiently tried to persuade Stefan to rethink his decision. He didn't object to Stefan's retreat, but he didn't want to see him do it impulsively."I haven't told my parents yet, but they'll try to talk it out with me if they know. Besides, I'm confident that I can persuade them." Stefan patted Elijah's shoulder. "I know it's tough for you right now, but although Jovan isn't a good guy, he appreciates talented people. If he offers you a job, just take it. You don't have to worry.""What are you talking about, Mr. Hunt? I'm your subordinate. If you leave Hunt Enterprise, I won't stay, and I definitely won't work for your enemy. You underestimate my loyalty," Elijah said firmly, upset by Stefan's words."I believe that both Jovan and I want to make Hunt Enterprise better, so it's the
Owen had said that people who resembled Renee had a high possibility of a perfect match, especially those whose eyes looked like Renee's. Hence, they had to choose people who looked like Renee."Thank you so much." Stefan took off his coat and handed it to Margaret, then sat with the others and started screening for suitable candidates.Owen was reading the news when an article caught his attention. It was an exclusive interview with the best actress, Shirley. Shirley looked charming, sweet, and vulnerable in the interview, and openly expressed her regrets about her relationship with Xavier. The interview had caused an uproar, and it was obvious that Xavier's change of heart was because of Leia's involvement. Shirley's fans condemned Leia on the Internet, and photoshopped ugly photos and videos of Leia. They even investigated her and spread rumors about her, making Leia a social outcast. She now had to be cautious when going out. "Guys, stop..." Owen clicked on the interview and wa
Anyone who paid attention to the entertainment circle would know that the so-called rich young lady was Leia. In short, Shirley made herself out to be a pitiful and innocent woman in the whole tragedy, and Leia was just a homewrecker who had snatched away Shirley's lover."What?" Xavier had been watching Shirley's interview, and tried to say something to infuriate Leia. Calmly, he commented, "She's telling the truth—her first encounter with me was rather sentimental. If I didn't help her in time, she would be sold to those men. I even helped with her medical bills and saved her family, then helped her get a role in a movie with my connections . She even got a grand prize and became the best actress..." He purposely tried to make Leia jealous, because he wanted some sign that she still cared about him."Wow, what a touching love affair! But how did it end up like this? Is it because of that rich young lady? Was she a homewrecker?" Leia sneered sarcastically."It's not the only reason
Stefan shrugged, glad that someone else was here to suffer through this too.Xavier and Leia were both dramatic people, and because they hadn't gone through many difficulties like Stefan and Renee, they hadn't realized how meaningful and precious a relationship could be. However, even though they could be childish sometimes and quarrelled often, it was obvious that they still cared deeply for each other.Owen sighed in exasperation, unable to tolerate such drama. He waved and said, "That's enough, you two, we don't have much time. Let's stay focused, okay?" Xavier and Leia immediately turned to glare at Owen. "You were the one who brought it up!" Owen had brought up Shirley for no reason, unknowingly adding fuel to the fire."No, I think this woman might be the answer to our problem," Owen said seriously.Stefan turned to Owen and asked sternly, "What do you mean?" He had initially assumed that Owen had wanted to gossip about Shirley, but Owen wasn't the type to create drama, so
"Do you still want to marry me?" Justin asked Renee."I…" Renee could talk nonsense with Jovan, but she couldn't joke with Justin. She had harmed him many times and couldn't keep hurting him. Honestly, she didn't want to marry him or anyone else. She did not want to rely on anyone. She knew she could rely on a man and lead a steady life if there was love. But without love, it would be very hard to rely on a man.However, she knew that Justin liked her and wanted to marry her. If she promised to marry him, the impulsive Jovan would get the staff of the City Hall here. If she turned Justin down at that time, she would harm him again."Fine. You don't have to feel stressed. I know the answer." Justin was no fool. Renee's hesitation told him what she wanted. "When I begged you to marry me, you forced yourself to say yes. You just wanted to repay me for saving your life.""No, you're wrong!" Seeing Justin hurt pained her more than when she was hurt. She hurriedly explained, "I reall
"What is it?" Renee looked at Justin curiously.Renee, Stefan, and Jovan were curious about what was on Justin's mind."If my family starts fighting the Hunt family, which side will you take?" Justin went straight to the point. He had been curious about that as he made wild guesses about Renee's mind. Since Renee was right before him, he wanted to get the answer from her before he could give up."Hmph! I thought it was something serious. Why did you make it sound that serious…" Jovan burst into laughter, finding Justin a loyal man. "Isn't that obvious? If she wants to take your side, you guys would be married by now. There wouldn't be so many shitty things either!""Shut up, Jovan!" Renee glared at Jovan. If she was stronger, she would beat him up. She said coldly, "Did you forget how you took me away?""Yes, I used some cunning means to take you away, but let's be frank. If I didn't come that day, would you marry him?"Jovan had long gotten used to Renee's fierceness. On the c
Similarly, Renee used an iron wire to cut her wrist just to meet Stefan."Am I right? You did so many things just to see him. Now you finally met him. Are you happy and satisfied now? But you look worse than before." Jovan teased Renee. He found her pitiful, but at the same time, he felt that it served her right. It seemed everybody was a joke in their romance with others. Only those who never loved could be at the top of the food chain. They would laugh at those who gave up their hearts to others and could not understand those people's bizarre actions."Stop gloating. It's none of your business! Let go of me, or I'll make you feel sorry for yourself."Renee had just escaped death and was weak. Had it not been for that, Jovan wouldn't be able to stop her or watch her make a fool of herself. Still, she would be fine with losing blood again just to torment him if he kept on talking nonsense. Then, he would watch his tongue."Tell me, Phoenix. Is he telling the truth?" Justin
The loud noises in the ward naturally alerted Justin and Jovan."What's going on?" Justin became very nervous and kicked the door of the ward open. He saw that Renee had woken up and was crazily tearing at the bandages."Uh…" Justin was struck dumb. He had thought of the possibility of Stefan waking Renee up, but he did not expect it to be that effective. Renee ended up becoming a maniac who had lost control of herself. "You're awake?" Jovan was stunned too. He instantly understood the whole incident and gave Renee a thumbs-up. "You're great!"Renee looked coldly at them and ordered them, "Get out, you two! I haven't settled things with him!" Although she was fine with the way they regarded her, she did not want them to see her as a maniac. Besides, their presence would affect her and stop her from being crazy."I won't get out."Jovan turned Renee down. He rushed over and hugged her, stopping her from hurting herself."What are you doing? Let go of me!"Renee was still ha
After a long pause, Stefan finally admitted honestly, "That wasn't a lie." He turned to look at Renee. He knew what he had to do, and heaved a long sigh."But life isn't just about love.""Why not?" Renee became teary as she stared at him like a child who failed to get what she wanted. "To me, that's already enough. As long as we love each other, we can conquer everything. Without love, it'll be hopeless.""If loving each other is already enough, there wouldn't be the tragedy of Romeo and Juliet. Didn't they love each other deeply? They loved each other a lot, but they ended up dead!" Stefan shot back.He could not stop himself from getting impulsive. Heartbroken, he turned around to look into Renee's eyes. "Compared to love, I'd rather you lead a steady and happy life. But I'm not the one who can give you that. I'll only bring you pain and death!""Romeo and Juliet?" Renee found that preposterous and bizarre. "What a lousy excuse! Did I kill your parents, or did you kill my p
"How could you…" Stefan looked at Renee in disbelief. For a moment, he was struck dumb. Renee quietly removed the oxygen mask and the needle. She calmly sat up in bed. "I thought you'd never be honest with me.""When did you wake up?" Stefan finally regained his wits. Because of his guilt, he was too scared to look into Renee's eyes. "I had long woken up." Renee was very calm. She looked weak because she had lost too much blood, but at the same time, she still looked firm like a rose blooming in winter. "So, you purposely lured me here, didn't you?"When Stefan learned that she had long woken up, he realized with shock that he might have stepped into the trap she and Jovan set up.Naturally, he was uneasy, given the proud man he was. He could plot against others but could not tolerate others doing the same to him, let alone the fact that it was his beloved woman."Hmph! Did I lure you here?" Renee laughed sarcastically and disappointedly. She looked at Stefan as he tried
"Can I wake her up?" Stefan seemed to be asking them and himself. He shook his head in self-hatred. "I'm afraid I'm the reason why she wants to escape this world. She must hate me to the core and refuse to see me. She might know that I'm here, so she's avoiding me and refuses to wake up."He recalled how much he had harmed her. He was not confident to wake her up, let alone face her."Yes, you're sinful, ut you must be held accountable for it!" Justin could not bother to waste his time talking to Stefan. He pushed Stefan into the ward instead. "You made her so angry, she's in a coma now. So, you have to wake her up. If she doesn't, you can't leave the ward!""Agreed!"Jovan was standing on the other side. He and Justin seemed to have formed a barrier and refused to let Stefan back down.After some contemplation, Stefan decided to face the music. He closed the ward door and quietly went to Renee's bed. It was the first time he was alone with her after a long time."You're tr
Unsurprisingly, Renee remained irresponsive. Justin gradually grew depressed. Before, he was confident. Seeing that he was getting no response from her, his confidence waned. Undeniably, he was probably not that important to her. If not, she wouldn't remain indifferent. She would have sensed that he was around. "I got it. You don't need me." Justin smiled helplessly. He felt pathetic too. He took a deep breath and finally stood up to exit the ward."How's it going?" Stefan asked.He kept waiting outside the ward, paying close attention to it in hopes that Renee could wake up. He also felt that Justin could bring Renee wonderful things and hope. She would wake up when she sensed that Justin was calling for her. "Hmph! Isn't it obvious? Of course, he couldn't wake her up!" Jovan casually leaned against the bench in the corridor, not even looking up. He sounded vicious. "He's just a backup guy. Of course she doesn't care about him! She's not in love with him." Justin glared at J
Stefan remained quiet as he calmly watched Renee. He extended his hand to touch her face but retrieved it before he could.She used to be the woman he was familiar with and the one he had hugged and kissed countless times, but now, he didn't even dare to touch her. "I think she doesn't even want you here. She must hate you so much and is disappointed in you. She'll be even more pressured if you stay here, and it'll push her further from this world. So please, get the hell out of here if you want the best for her!"Justin could not hold himself back from scolding Stefan. If Jovan was telling the truth, Stefan must be aware of the fact that Jovan was holding Renee hostage. Yet, he remained indifferent and feigned ignorance. He didn't even care if Renee was fine. What a cruel bastard! Justin was disappointed in Stefan. He wanted nothing more than to see what was really on Stefan's mind."Take good care of her." Stefan did not want to defend himself. He glanced at Renee, relucta