Nathan saw the emotion in Zach's eyes and understood everything.Did the wise Zach spot something amiss at first glance?Zach promptly looked toward Nathan with a solemn expression and followed up with, "Look after her, Nate."Nathan nodded earnestly in response."Is there something wrong with you? He's supposed to marry Sally! Who are you asking him to look after?" Loretta said in displeasure.Zach ignored her completely. Afterward, he stood up and said, "We won't disturb you any longer, and head back for now. Let's catch up again in the future."Loretta was confused.Nathan and Mila stood up to see them off.Before getting into the car, Zach couldn't help but turn around to look at Mila once more.The pair looked at each other with an emotional gaze that was laced with resignation.After watching the car pull away, Nathan reached for Mila's hand and let out a light sigh. "You shouldn't have met them."Mila was regretting her decision too. She nodded sadly and said, "I didn
Zach nodded and didn't say anything further.Standing at the side, Oliver narrowed his eyes. His fists tightened subconsciously and he clenched his teeth.…The next morning, Nathan left the house early as he had a lot to get done.Mila received a call from an unknown number."Ms. Suzanne York, I'm Zach Hoffis' assistant. Mr. Hoffis would like to meet with you in private. We'd like you to make a trip to the office.""Mr. Hoffis Senior wants to see me?" she asked in surprise."Yes, we'll send a car over to pick you up."For safety reasons, she declined their offer to pick her up. "Where is the address? I'll head over myself," she said."Alright, we'll send you the location."After receiving the address, she packed her things and promptly left with two bodyguards in tow.The car drove along the wide freeway. Mila gave it a considerable amount of thought—Zach must had something important to talk about if he invited her to his office. The bodyguard in the driver's seat turne
The road ahead grew narrower as they drove on.Mila glanced at her surroundings nervously. "Have you taken a wrong turn, Uncle?" she asked quizzically."That's right." His tone was sinister. "Where… are… we?" She felt like her body was gradually growing weaker. She turned to look at her parents, only to find them already unconscious. She didn't even know when they passed out."Dad… Mom… wake up…"Uncle… you…"The car came to a stop.Oliver got out of the vehicle. Then, he opened the door and pulled her out. She felt limp. Unable to do anything to resist, she let him carry her away. She mustered up all her strength to turn and look back in the direction of the car.A couple of men dressed in black appeared out of nowhere. They dragged her unconscious parents out of the vehicle and carried them into the remote parts of the forest."Dad… Mom…" Mila could feel her eyelids getting heavier. After she closed her eyes and tried her best to reopen them, she was met with blinding ray
The doctor and nurses swarmed into the room and rushed toward Mila's bed. Nathan was squeezed out as they hurriedly performed check-ups on her.They checked her eyes, her blood pressure, and her electrocardiogram. They also tested her motor reflexes and asked about various symptoms.Mila answered all their questions seriously, letting them know where she felt unwell.After a series of checks, she realized that Nathan was no longer in the room. She glanced around as the doctors left the room, leaving the nurses behind to take care of her. The voices of Nathan and the doctor rang out from the door. "The patient appears to be doing better. Her bodily functions are quite good too."Although there was blunt trauma to the head, she seems to be thinking clearly. There shouldn't be any complications post-recovery.""She seems to have regained her memories, is this normal?" Nathan asked.The doctor looked glad. "It's possible that the external impact shifted some of the nerves, thus r
Nathan worriedly questioned, "Does your word still hold?"Mila cast a guilty glance at him. She didn't reply.The short silence felt like an eternity for Nathan. His weathered and weary face was filled with loneliness, and his deep eyes were bloodshot.He was too hurt to listen to her answer. It'd be better if she didn't answer because that would keep his hope intact.After a while, she gently replied, "No."He forced a smile. Tears blurred his vision as he fought to remain calm.She felt sorry at the sight of his misty eyes and exhausted appearance, but there was nothing much she could do. She suggested, "Nathan, you look very tired. Why don't you go home to rest?"He cleared his throat and asked in a low voice, "Are you in a hurry to drive me away right after you woke up?""That's not what I meant."He rose. "I know. Have a good rest." With that, he coolly exited the room.Mila stared at his broad figure. She sensed more disappointment than exhaustion in him.After Nathan
Mila said, "Phoebe, I'll stay at your place."Phoebe replied helplessly, "But I've been staying at a hotel all the time."Frowning, Mila was shocked by the information. Phoebe inched closer with a smile and asked, "What's wrong with your place? Can't we stay there?"Mila mumbled in bitterness, "I divorced Nathan as 'Suzanne.' Since we're no longer wife and husband, I don't have a place to live now."Phoebe blinked, looking at her calmly. "Well, you can buy a house for yourself since you're pretty rich."Mila sighed, "This is Norvania, not Sunterland."Phoebe slapped herself on the head and chuckled, "Gosh, I'm being silly. Your assets are in Sunterland. "As Suzanne York, you'll definitely attract unwanted attention from the authorities if you transfer that vast wealth to Norvania."Mila pressed her lips wryly. After a pause, she confessed, "Actually, I am in 600 thousand dollars worth of debt."Phoebe looked surprised. "Who did you owe it to?""Nathan Morrison.""Your ex-hu
"I'm sorry…" Mila mumbled.Lucas couldn't stand the scene anymore. Clutching his fist, he snapped, "Ms. York, Mr. Morrison showered you with deep affection for half a year. For you, he—""Shut up," growled Nathan, effectively cutting off Lucas.Lucas nodded and took a step back without a word.Nathan feigned a casual tone. "Are you planning to head back to Sunterland?"Mila replied, "I'll head back after settling the two snakes by Grandpa and Grandma's side."Nathan scrambled for reasons to make her stay. "Aren't you going to take over the Hoffis family's business?""No.""Isn't it a win-win situation to get your lover to Norvania while you take over the family business? You can stay back to enjoy family time with your grandparents."She flashed him a smile and shook her head.Looking upset, he nonetheless replied in a stiff tone, "Well, I wish you happiness."Then, he left in great strides without looking back. Cole quickly followed suit. Lucas, ashen-faced, felt sorry an
"Mila, wait for me!" Phoebe's panicked voice echoed from behind. She panted as she caught up to Mila. Placing her hands on her waist, she lowered her head and breathed heavily.By then, Lucas had caught up to the two women. Mila looked at Nathan hesitantly. Under the gaze of everyone around, she struggled to express her helpless and guilty feelings.She didn't want to hurt Nathan, but she was well aware that she couldn't offer him what he wanted. The best she could do was to apologize to him.Nathan briefly glanced at Phoebe and asked Mila, "Mila? Do you have another name?"Mila was slightly taken aback. She quickly recalled her previous career and nervously explained, "I published a book once. Mila was my pen name."Was she a published author before? Well, she was surely an all-rounder.Fixing a passionate gaze on Mila, Nathan finally remarked, "You haven't changed at all. You've been an outstanding person since young."With that, he entered the car without any longing.Luca