"Am I going to be in trouble?" Renee laughed hysterically before wagging her finger at Stefan in a playful manner. "No, no. Stefan, you're the one who's going to be in trouble."After saying that, she picked up a black caterpillar and 'accidentally' dropped it. It happened to land on Stefan's collar."Ahh! It's disgusting. Quick, get it off!" Stefan instantly broke down. As if he was paralyzed, he stood still and didn't move an inch. He kept shouting."Oh, dear. I'm so sorry, Mr. Hunt. I accidentally dropped the insect…" Renee tried to hold her laughter. She climbed down the ladder and began 'consoling' the man who was about to go crazy."Don't worry. It won't hurt you. It's just wiggling around on your collar. It's exercising!" She added."Renee, remove this thing immediately, or you're dead!" Stefan warned with a gloomy expression on his face.Renee crossed her arms while she seemingly admired the state of 'helpless rage' he was in. "Mr. Hunt, you're still being so fierce. Didn
"If I were you, I'd wiggle a little bit even if I didn't know how to dance. If you manage to entertain us, we'll naturally help you by removing the insect!" Renee exclaimed."That's lame!" Stefan knew Renee was intentionally pulling a prank on him.Everyone knew that only guys at nightclubs would break dance. How could she ask someone like him to do it?'Forget it. There's no way I'm doing this!'Stefan closed his eyes. He decided to suppress the feelings of fear and disgust. He was going to remove the caterpillar on his collar by himself.Renee immediately stopped him. "Hey, don't touch it. It's poisonous. It'll hurt if it stings you!"That was why she snapped a branch off the tree. She was going to remove the caterpillar with the branch."You're lying to me again!" Stefan no longer believed in what Renee said. After taking a deep breath, he tried reaching for the caterpillar."Damn. This thing really does sting. It hurts!" As soon as he touched the caterpillar, he began screa
"Uhh, Perhaps I went a little too far!" Renee scratched her head. She was afraid Stefan would find an opportunity to take revenge on her. On top of that, he was still recovering. If anything happened to him, she'd be in a lot of trouble."Alright. Adie, Abby, go and play on your own. I'll have to talk to that grudgeful man. Did you see how angry he was? It looked like he'd explode any second!" Renee made Aiden and Abigail laugh with her exaggerated description.Aiden shook his head, a speechless expression written on his face. "He's a lot more different from what I imagined. Why does he seem like an idiot?""Not only is he a scaredy cat, but he's also an idiot. He's not that terrifying, after all. I must've overestimated him!" Aiden added.Renee smacked him on the head. "You're just too naive. You'll find out in time."At the same time, Renee squatted and wrapped the caterpillar up with a tissue. She then quickly walked toward the house."How are you feeling, Stefan?" Renee gentl
Renee was getting a little anxious. "Stop wasting time. The sooner we do this, the better. If we wait too long, it won't be effective anymore.""Ahem!" Stefan's face turned even redder.Hadn't she always been shy and demure? When did she become this passionate?Even a grown man like him was finding it a little hard to resist.However, since she was so 'eager', there was no reason for him to refuse.After all, he had been longing for her body for a long time!"Take off your bathrobe and lie on the bed face-down. That'll make things easier for me," Renee said."Face-down?" Stefan's heart clenched. He was a little afraid. "Are you sure you want to start with something so extreme?""Trust in my technique!" Renee began giving clear instructions. "Just lie down, keep your arms close to your side, and don't move around. Bear with the pain. It'll be over very soon.""Alright, alright!" Stefan took a deep breath. He slowly removed his bathrobe and laid down in bed.Despite feeling afr
"Of course. Only a caterpillar's fluid can be used to cure rashes caused by one. This caterpillar happens to be fat and juicy. I'm sure it works great," Renee said in a relaxed manner while smearing the liquid against Stefan's back."C-Caterpillar's what?" Stefan froze. His entire body became tense."Caterpillar's liquid!" Renee was worried Stefan couldn't get what she meant. She showed him the squished caterpillar. "Look. It's this one. I already avenged you by crushing it into a pulp. You don't have to thank me.""Ughh!" Stefan nearly puked when he saw the squished caterpillar. His head was pounding. "Renee, you're gross. Hurry up and get rid of that disgusting thing!""It's already dead. Why are you still so afraid?""I'm counting down from three. Get rid of it, or you're dead!""But you need this for your rashes. Otherwise, it's going to hurt a lot. Just hang in there…""Three, two…""Alright, alright. I'll throw it away!" Renee exclaimed. Seeing how she was almost done wit
"Of course, he wouldn't bully Mommy in front of us. That would ruin his image in our hearts. I'm only worried he would secretly bully Mommy behind our backs. Mommy won't expose him because she doesn't want us to worry…" Aiden said."That makes sense. Do you think Daddy is secretly bullying Mommy right now?" Abigail asked."Very likely!"The two of them looked in the direction where Stefan's room was located. "Oh no! Mommy might be in danger. We have to rescue her!" They exclaimed simultaneously.At this moment, Aiden and Abigail were finally on the same team. One held a vase, while the other held an a bottle of alcohol, and they both started running to Stefan's room.Stefan's room was on the second floor. Coincidentally, the door wasn't locked."Back off, jerk. Don't bully my Mommy!" Aiden opened the door and charged in like a police officer while he swung the bottle in his hand.Stefan and Renee were being extremely intimate.Stefan was on top of Renee. He was prepared to kiss
Renee was deeply touched to see the two children defend her, but she was also very embarrassed.“Umm... Adie, Abby, you misunderstood. He wasn't bullying me.”“No way! I saw him climb on top of you just now! He was definitely about to beat you up!”Aiden stood in front of Renee protectively and yelled at Stefan, "You bad man, apologize to Mommy at once, or my wine bottle will crack your head open!”“How fierce! As expected of my son!”Stefan was dressed in a loose bathrobe, looking elegant and relaxed. He rubbed the little boy's angry face and said with a smile, "I wasn't bullying your Mommy. If you think climbing on top of your Mommy is bullying her, then I don't mind letting her climb back on top of me.”“Stop it! Stop talking nonsense in front of the children! Aren't you ashamed?”Renee glared at Stefan, displeased with his recklessness.“Kids, this man is crazy. Let's go outside. We won't play with him!”Renee's cheeks were scorching hot. She could not bear to stay in the
“My name is Abigail, fairy godmother. Everyone calls me Abby. I'm four years and nine months old, and I'm studying at the Monte Perry Kindergarten...”Abigail, upon seeing her biological grandmother for the first time, could not help feeling a sense of familiarity with her. She told Francine everything.She was about to tell Francine that her mother's name was Renee when Aiden ran over with a serious expression and stopped her. "Abby, you don't even know her. Don't tell her everything about us. What if she's a bad person?”“She's not! There's no way the fairy godmother is a bad person! She's as good-looking as Handsome Daddy!”Abigail, as usual, cared only for beauty. Those she found aesthetically pleasing could not be bad people.Aiden facepalmed and said helplessly, "Sigh. How many times do you have to be deceived before you'll learn your lesson? You said Bad Daddy's not a bad person too, but he bullied Mommy!”“Oh, you're right! I forgot about that!”Abigail took a deep breat
While Macsen was talking, his subordinate reached Leia and grabbed her neck with one hand. A light was reflected on the shiny machete; it seemed he was about to slash Leia.Frightened, Leia hunched and screamed in terror. "Ah, no! Save me, Liam! Ren, save me!" "Stop!" Reia yelled at Macsen, anxious. "What do you want to let us go? Tell me, I'll do it!"At first, she was carefree. She was fine even if she got killed and couldn't be bothered to resist. However, she grew restless since her friend was about to be harmed. She would rather take Leia's place. "Stop stalling for time. You've used this trick too many times tonight. Do you think I'll be fooled again?" Macsen sneered. "You're too vicious and nearly bit off my neck. I'm just avenging myself!""Then, you're asking for trouble!" Renee's gaze grew sharp. "Listen. If you harm her, you'll die very miserably right away!""Hahaha! Stop bluffing!" Macsen laughed. "People who can save you now can't even protect themselves. Plus, th
"What?" When Leia heard that, she swallowed and her hair stood on end. Although she didn't know what it meant, using human skin was terrifying. "You guys look confused. I'm sure you don't know what that is…" Macsen was calmer since his neck was bandaged. He said generously to his subordinate, "Come and explain it to them. Prepare them for fear that the lamp might not be bright enough because they're too nervous.""Okay, boss!" Macsen's subordinate nodded. He walked to them and said arrogantly, "Well, we'll use a machete to skin people from head to toe to make lamps. The light from these lamps is blurry and beautiful. It's a top and valuable item.""That's crazy!" After listening to that explanation, a chill ran down Leia's spine. She gnashed her teeth and said to Macsen, "Are you out of your mind? That's a crazy habit! Aren't you worried the victims might come demanding your life in the middle of the night?"The people here were used to a human lamp, so it became common among th
The three of them rolled their eyes in unison and looked speechless."Look, Liam. She's the top love-struck idiot. She'll never learn though she'd suffered much." Leia shook her head and sighed. She felt sorry for Renee's bad luck and disappointing actions.Although Leia was a love-struck fool herself, she was better than Renee. She would quickly retreat if she found anything wrong unless the guy shamelessly pestered her. Also, he had to show his sincerity. Only then would she forgive him. Renee was way worse. She suffered countless times because of one single man, but she didn't even hate him. She even wanted to ask him if they could start over.No one could be as "humble" as her.Renee used to be a bright and awesome figure, and it seemed like there was nothing she could not resolve. Yet, she lost herself several times because of a man. It infuriated Leia. Leia was not alone in feeling that way. Liam shared her sentiments and gnashed his teeth furiously. "Seriously, I wonde
Silence washed over everyone instantly. It seemed they were waiting for Renee's answer.Mateo, who was unrelated, was all ears too. He wanted to listen to a spicy story before he got killed. After all, it was related to Stefan, the mighty president of Hunt Enterprise. Of course, it would be amazing. However, Renee remained silent after a long while."Hey, silly. Of course, Renee wants to meet Adie and Abby the most!" Leia glared at Liam because the latter had asked the obvious. She also helped to get Renee out of the awkwardness. "Of course." Liam didn't let it go, and kept pressing Renee. "Is there anyone else you want to meet other than Adie and Abby?" "Certainly. Both Quinton and Margaret are very important to Ren. I know Ren can't bear to let them go," Leia casually mentioned other people except Stefan. She knew Stefan's name was too special to Renee. If she mentioned Stefan, Renee might break down. Hence, she could never mention Stefan."No, you're wrong!" Mateo finall
Previously, Amber cared very much about Liam. Later, she wanted nothing but to stay away from him.She had happily planned their wedding and imagined how to lead their married lives. Later, she planned her wedding with another man…and wanted to learn sewing from Liam to sew their wedding suits. It was heartbreaking!Hence, Liam chose a noble excuse to try and ruin the wedding between Amber and Mateo. He kept using pessimistic wedding opinions to influence Amber's thoughts as a traditional woman.True, he hadn't influenced Amber's mind solely out of his selfishness. Women would have more freedom if they stayed single. He dissuaded Amber from getting married mainly for the sake of her happiness, but it didn't cover up his despicable thoughts. Hence, he chose to keep quiet."Wow, Liam! I didn't expect you to fall for her. I thought you were forced to be with her!" While enjoying the fun, Leia forgot about her sadness and fear. Her eyes went wide as she teased Liam. "Hey, you kno
Liam found Leia unlucky and disappointing. He simply stopped talking.A brief silence overcame them. It seemed like they had accepted their fate to get killed as they quietly waited for their death.Macsen had returned to the shop to treat his wound. After struggling for a long while, Mateo failed to struggle free. Macsen's subordinate whipped him several times. "Motherfucker! Just wait. I'll make you pay!" Mateo furiously cursed Macsen's subordinate. Macsen's subordinate sneered. "Hmph. You want to make me pay? I think my boss will skin you alive. It's been a long time since I've seen a lamp made of human skin. We're waiting for a good show!"Leia had closed her eyes, but when she heard that, she shuddered and reopened them abruptly. Her voice was shaky as she asked, "Liam, what's that?" "Uh…" Liam found it too cruel and couldn't bring himself to explain it to Leia. He hated his incapabilities. "It's my fault. I got you guys into this mess. Damn it all!""No, we can't blam
Renee was well aware of the situation and was calm in the face of death. "If Macsen wants to kill us, Benjamin will feign ignorance. I think we're doomed here today.""Whatever. I'm not afraid!" Leia didn't take it too seriously, grinning. "You and Liam are the most important people to me. Although we weren't born on the same day, it's great that we can die on the same day. I want us to be siblings in our next lives!""Silly, you're so optimistic. We're going to get killed, not attending a party! Why are you this happy?" Liam's gloominess and tenseness gradually relaxed because of Leia's optimistic and happy tone. "Yeah, it isn't a big deal. I have no regrets since I can die with you guys.""You guys have no regrets, but I'm unlucky!"Mateo kept sighing. "If I knew, I wouldn't have meddled in this or caught you guys. At most, I'd be suppressed by another guy. But now, I'm about to get killed. I regret it! You have big supporters, don't you? Is there any way to contact either of
When the fight reached an intense moment, Macsen's subordinates managed to surround Liam and Mateo. They were disappointing.Macsen's most loyal subordinate aimed a gun at Liam's head and screamed at Renee, who had gone mad. He tried to threaten her. "Let our boss go, or I'll make you pay a price!" Renee regained her wits and turned to look at Liam. Her mouth was bloody. A helpless sigh escaped her. "Why are you this useless? How could they get you?"Helpless, she slowly got up and let Macsen go temporarily. "Motherfucker! Go to hell!"When Macsen regained freedom, he was no longer a gentleman. He slapped Renee twice with one hand and held his neck with the other. Then, he ordered his subordinates, "Tie them up with the woman on that ship!""Okay!" Macsen's subordinates were obedient. They quickly grabbed a thick and heavy rope to tie up Renee, Liam, Leia, and Mateo together, tying the rope around them thrice."Liam, why are you caught too? You're so useless. We even wanted
Everyone looked at each other in dismay before raising their weapons to attack Renee.Liam ordered his subordinates to fight Macsen's men when he noticed the danger. "Don't hurt her, or I'll fight you!"There were more than ten people from both sides. When they started fighting, the whole jetty was filled with the sounds of weapons and bullets. It was a mess.That battle sacrificed a lot of Liam's subordinates. Gradually, he failed to hold on."Mateo, where are your men? Get them into the fight. If anything happens to Boss, you'll suffer too. That crazy Stefan will kill everyone!"While fighting Macsen's subordinates, Liam wanted to involve Mateo in the fight since the latter was merely watching. Besides, he knew what a man like Mateo, who was good at weighing the pros and cons, cared about the most.As expected, Mateo chose to side with Liam when he heard that this mess would affect his relationship with Stefan.After all, Macsen was the most powerful person in the fort. It wou