Xavier felt a little awkward. He felt the need to do some explaining.Renee, on the other hand, nodded proudly. "Of course. Xavier and I shared significant life experiences together and a similar outlook on life. We also have the same hobbies. Of course, we get along well!""..." Stefan's gaze turned cold. He pursed his lips and remained silent.Seraphina hopped onto her feet and pointed at Renee. "Ms. Everheart, even if I end up offending you, there are things I have to say. We're both women. We may be heartless, but there are still limits to what we should do. Don't you think you're being a bitch? You bring shame to all women!""Oh, why say so?" Renee nearly laughed.Seraphina was really good at this game. Renee hadn't even exposed her for being pretentious, and she already took the first move to defame Renee.Just as she thought… Seraphina was as tough a woman as she was smart!"You and Xavier were being too intimate just now. I don't care what your relationship with him is.
Seeing how the situation was getting intense, Xavier tried to make peace yet again."Alright, alright. I hereby announce that Renee and I are merely friends. There is nothing else going on between us. As for Stef and Seraphina, they're definitely like siblings and nothing else. Shirley and I aren't exactly together yet. Therefore, everyone's still single. We're free to be romantically involved with anyone we like!"It's rare for us to get together like this. Let's just enjoy each other's company and not cause a scene. That's something only elementary school kids would do. If everyone's on board, let's bump fists and call it a day. Alright?" Xavier extended his fist after that.Seraphina was the first to respond by bumping her fist against his.If she still held a grudge against Renee now, she'd seem too calculative.That was why she decided to change her tactic."Ms. Everheart, since it's a misunderstanding, I'll apologize to you. I'm sorry for jumping to conclusions…"I'm actua
"Oww!!! It hurts!" A piece of hot charcoal landed on Seraphina's foot and she yelped in pain.The men, who were chatting out in the open, heard the noise, and they all came running. Everyone surrounded Seraphina."What happened? Why did the grill suddenly topple over? Were you two roasting skewers or yourself?" Xavier was confused by the chaotic scene."Stop your sarcasm already. Can't you see that I burned my foot? Hurry up and help me out! What if it leaves a scar?" Seraphina grabbed her foot and clenched her jaws. She was nearly crying.Moses risked taking a beating and continued to mock her. "It's rare to see Seraphina in such a weak state. The charcoal has really done justice for us!"Seraphina swung her fist in his direction. "Moses, how could you say that? Just wait. I'm going to beat you up!"Everyone quickly stopped her. They were all worried about her burned foot, and everyone was focused on her.Christopher silently observed for a moment. "Seraphina, your wound looks
Renee looked up expectantly, but a look of disappointment and surprise soon filled her eyes."Christopher?"Christopher had his back to the sun. He looked like Prince Charming from the novel. "This is quite effective. Hurry up and use it. You don't want any scars to form!""How did you know I…" Renee had an awkward expression on her face.She was trying hard to hide the amount of pain she was in earlier. It wasn't because she was mentally strong, and it also wasn't because her skin was too thick to feel any pain.Instead, she just didn't want to appear too insignificant next to Seraphina while everyone surrounded her."I noticed your facial expression wasn't natural earlier. I figured that you were probably burned too, but I'm sure you have your reasons for not wanting it to be known," Christopher said gently, like how an older brother would. He made Renee feel very safe.Renee sighed and laughed bitterly. Without realizing it, she was opening up to him."You were all so worrie
Renee didn't go home after leaving Hunt Manor.The ridiculous incident the night before, coupled with her burned arm, left her feeling a little troubled. Undoubtedly, it had left her in a sour mood.She decided to only return home after calming down so that Margaret and her children wouldn't worry.After calling Margaret to let her know she was safe, she opened her contacts and tried looking for someone she could vent to.However, apart from Leia, she couldn't find anyone else.Thinking about how Seraphina was spoiled by everyone, she suddenly felt a little jealous.The worst part was that Leia had gone to Tahato for a vacation to get over her recent break-up. She'd only return after two weeks at the very least.While going through her contacts, she suddenly thought of someone. Her eyes lit up instantly."That's right. I can find him. He's a professional at this!"At eight in the evening, colorful lights came on all around the city. The wonderful nightlife in the city had begu
The pub owner likely didn't expect Renee to be here to redeem the man's freedom and didn't quite know what to do at that moment."Why are you hesitating? You're asking them to dance and entertain the customers to earn money, right? So what's the difference if I make a full payment?" Renee asked.She knew money couldn't solve everything, but it did, at least, have the ability to solve most. At the very least, for greedy businesspeople like these, money was their kryptonite."You are absolutely right, Ms. Everheart. But we'd still have to think about this matter thoroughly. Why don't you wait for a bit while I discuss this with my business partners? We'll give you an answer shortly," the pub owner said and left the room. Although it was her excuse to leave, she actually was reporting back to Stefan."Buy my freedom?" Stefan seemed intrigued upon hearing this.After a short pause, he ordered the pub owner, "Tell her it's possible, but there would be terms…."I understand! Don't wo
Renee still remembered where the man lived, a cheap apartment near the pub.She was initially in a bad mood earlier today, but after the accomplishment of performing the good deed of 'saving a young man's future,' her mood naturally improved.By following her memory, she arrived at Isaac's apartment unit and rang the doorbell.A while later, the door swung open as Isaac walked out in a simple white shirt and black formal pants. His handsome face was once again wearing his usual white feather mask. He looked like he had been waiting for Renee for quite some time."It's been a while, my goddess. I thought you forgot about me…" The man's voice was gentle.Renee instantly felt like spring had come and couldn't help but lift the man by the chin. She smiled and said, "How could I ever forget you, my little escort? Your last hypnosis helped me get great rest! I've long wanted to have you do that again to me, you know?""It really is an honor… Don't worry, my goddess; I will give my all
"Who cares?!" Renee felt enraged for some reason, despite her being in a good mood at the start. "Do you lack tact or something? Why would you even mention that jerk out of nowhere? It's repulsing!"Stefan's expression darkened, yet still hid his anger. "What did he do to you to make you hate him so much?""He's a jerk. That's what he is!" Renee clenched her jaw. "I slept with him for all but one night, and he's threatening me with it the next day and made me cook skewers for him and his friends… Honestly, how could he?!""Is that it?" Stefan found it hilarious. He sometimes found Renee quite complicated, so much so that it felt like he never really understood her. Yet, at times, he found her as simple-minded as a child, devoid of cunning thoughts behind those crystal eyes.This juxtaposition made his heart feel rather conflicted as well.His rationality told him he should stay away from her, yet he still subconsciously wanted to get closer. That was why he came up with the ridi