Axel used to be less talkative, but now he engaged in conversations with people.Caroline heaved a sigh as she prepared to head back to her room, only to hear Axel's voice behind her."Mommy," Axel called out.Caroline turned. "Do you have something to tell me, Axel?"Axel nodded. "Can we speak in your room, Mommy?"Caroline led Axel back to her room, holding his hand.After settling on the sofa, Caroline ran her fingers through Axel's hair and asked, "What would you like to tell me, Axel?"Axel replied, "Mommy, don't fault Ty for what he told you earlier. He just wants to find Daddy sooner because we have a mentor now who will help us improve our skills."Caroline was stunned. "What do you mean by finding Daddy sooner?"Axel explained the information Paige had provided.Caroline frowned. "Axel, it's not that I don't believe in this matter, but it just seems absurd."Axel shook his head. "No, Mommy. We have to give it a shot, even if it's a one-in-a-million chance. Also, Ty
Siobhan nodded and greeted Caroline. "Thanks for taking the trouble to look after me, Ms. Shenton.""It's nothing. Welcome to my home, Shiv. Can you go inside first?"Siobhan walked into the house obediently, and Marie greeted her.Zeke spoke only when Siobhan was out of their sight, "Shiv is a naughty girl, so I'm worried that one bodyguard won't suffice to watch her. That's why I assigned more bodyguards to her. I hope you won't mind, Caroline."Caroline understood that Zeke's words were meant for Scott, so she followed along and replied, "It's fine."Scott said nonchalantly, "Since you're so worried, why don't you take her with you? Carol is not feeling well, and taking care of two children is exhausting, yet one more is added now. If your daughter were to get injured, does Caroline have to bear the responsibility for that?"Zeke replied, "How could Caroline possibly agree to my request if I were such a fussy person?"Scott's gaze dimmed when he heard that."Why do you make
Worried that Caroline would be disappointed, Axel said, "Mommy, I will put in more effort to see if I can find the erased footage.""Mommy, Axel is very skilled in this area. Let him have some time," Tyler said.Caroline forced a smile. "It's fine. There's no rush."After seeing Caroline off, Axel and Tyler walked into the living room following breakfast.Siobhan was reading. She hastily put down her book and stood up upon their arrival."Tyler, Axel, I appreciate being given the chance to spend time here," Siobhan said with a gentle smile.Tyler frowned and sat silently next to the building blocks.Axel glanced frustratedly at her before saying, "Don't mention it. Consider it your own home."Siobhan looked at Tyler and said, "He…""That's just how Ty is. Come and play with us?" Axel suggested.Siobhan was worried that Tyler would be displeased, so she waved her hand and said, "It's fine. I'll read."Tyler turned to Axel while playing with the building blocks, "Axel, it's fi
Liora asked as soon as the call connected, "Why are you the one answering the phone again? Make way, I want to talk to Axel!"Tyler raised an eyebrow. "Oh, I'm sorry. Axel is busy playing building blocks with Siobhan. He's too busy for you.""Who's there?" Liora's eyes widened in shock.Tyler repeated, "Siobhan Jung! What's wrong with you? Why do you have the memory of an old lady at your age?"Liora's lips twitched. "Axel! Are you there? Can you please control your younger brother!"Axel took Tyler's phone and reassured her, "I'm here, Lia."Liora teased, "Axel, Tyler is the worst! Will you please put duct tape on his lips the next time we're on a video call?"Axel comforted Liora while Tyler smirked in silence.Siobhan couldn't help feeling stunned after witnessing the scene.She recalled Tyler behaving the same way the last time she visited Caroline's place.Tyler teased Liora but wouldn't get angry no matter what Liora said.Siobhan realized that Tyler was cold on the ou
All of a sudden, a voice sounded behind them.They turned to find a nurse staring at them in puzzlement.Caroline spoke up, "We're here to visit an old friend.""Ah, can I assist you in finding her?" the nurse asked.Paige asked, "Are we allowed to go inside?"The nurse reassured them, "Certainly. However, I can inform her that someone is here to visit."Making her way to open the window with iron railings, the nurse called out, "Someone is here to visit you, Azure."Azure turned slowly to look at the window.Paige and Caroline were startled by Azure's appearance.Her face was ghastly pale, with dark circles under her eyes, as if she hadn't slept for a long time.Azure got out of bed in shock upon seeing them."It's you…" Azure walked to the window barefoot and looked around in anticipation.Not finding the person she expected, several fleeting emotions passed through Azure's eyes. "Why isn't Scott here…"Azure's eyes reddened with tears. She walked ahead slowly while spea
"Well, she deserves it then! Speaking of which, Scott is truly merciless," Paige remarked."What kindness do you expect from a merciless killer?" Caroline asked.Paige fell silent momentarily. "Carol, do you think Evan and Neil are still well and alive?"Caroline frowned. "What makes you think that?""Because Scott got them killed! They can't do anything to Scott without solid evidence now. After all, he hid it so well! They may be in the process of searching for evidence so they can take down Scott at the right moment!" Paige explained.Caroline admired Paige's imagination. "It's a waste that you don't write a novel."Paige sniggered. "However, what do you plan to do next? How do you plan to seek revenge on Scott, Carol?"Caroline had not sorted out her thoughts yet on this matter.She said, "I was planning on acquiring a voice clip of Scott admitting to hurting Evan initially. However, it has already been a long time since Scott mentioned what he did to Evan. I'm worried he m
Caroline wondered, 'Otherwise, why would the service staff not be allowed to clean an ordinary basement?'Caroline asked, "Is there any place other than this?""The other places are the study and bedroom, rooms that Mr. Wilson doesn't visit often."Caroline focused her thoughts on the basement of Scott's residence.She was convinced the evidence was there.After ending the call, Caroline told Paige, "I will figure out a way to get into Scott's place in the next two days."Paige had overheard the phone conversation and nodded. "Go find out the situation in his basement. However, you must be careful!""I know."-Three days later, Caroline called Scott, asking him to meet after work.She made a reservation at a restaurant, and Scott arrived at 6:00 p.m.Scott sat opposite Caroline and asked with a gentle smile, "Why did you suddenly think of inviting me to a meal today?"Caroline said, "I have something to ask you. Where is Elvira?"Scott's gaze turned colder, and he took a
Caroline wondered, 'Could Scott have really fired her?'Scott said, "You can check upstairs if you're not convinced."Caroline pretended to ponder for a while before ascending the stairs. She meticulously inspected almost every room, using the same excuse each time. However, these rooms held nothing of significance. In fact, they were sparsely furnished, lacking even a safe deposit box. Everything in those rooms could be observed in a single glance. Caroline mused, 'It does align with Scott's minimalist habit. It's a shame that someone as minimalistic as him harbors an extremely filthy heart.'Caroline closed the door slowly. It seemed that the basement was the only area left to investigate.When she descended, Scott informed her, "The warm milk is ready. Come and have it."Caroline discreetly glanced at Brenda when Scott's attention was elsewhere. Seeing Brenda's lack of response, Caroline sat down and sipped the milk. Scott asked, "Elvira isn't here, right?"Caroline
Reese winced in pain. "Alright, ma'am. I guess I can read your mind? Be gentle!"Liora relaxed her grip at last. "Right, when are we going to that place you mentioned previously?""There's no rush. Your body isn't up for constant actions now. What if you get hurt by those harmful spirits again? I've already committed myself to you out of guilt. If it happens again, I won't have anything else to offer."Liora chuckled. "You make it sound like I'm desperate for your compensation.""What's wrong with that? I'm a strong, handsome man, and everyone loves me!" said Reese, displeased.Liora was astounded by his narcissism.She took a deep breath and said, "Reese.""Hmm?"Liora said, "In truth, I'm not the best choice to be your partner because of my profession. Those spirits may bother me from time to time. I'm the complete opposite of Isaac because of my negative physique.""What happens when you have a negative physique?""Spirits will be drawn to bother me and might cause me a lo
Reese and Isaac couldn't perceive the spirit, but they witnessed a dark mist dissipating before them.Isaac asked in astonishment, "What's happening, Lia?"Liora turned and answered, "The female spirit didn't want to move on, so her soul has been dissolved.""Dissolved? Do you mean her soul has been destroyed?" asked Reese. Liora nodded and looked around. "Uncle Kenny, please help me find the six spirits."Kenny took on the task and brought those fearful spirits in just a few minutes. Liora asked, "Do you want to choose the same option as her or come with me to Cross Chapel?""Cross Chapel!""We would have left long ago if we weren't trapped here by her threats!""She wouldn't let us go even in death. Aren't our lives worth anything?"After Fiery Red was gone, these spirits began to complain in anger.Liora was infuriated by their complaints. "How dare you criticize her! She may be responsible for your deaths, but what about you then? Do you think you bear no responsibil
"That's easy for you to say! Those who caused my death may have become spirits, but I still want to stop them from moving on!" Fiery Red barked. Liora frowned. "So, you're implying that those six students caused your death?""Why would I kill them otherwise?"Liora said, "It's time to let them go now that they've faced your revenge. Keeping them trapped is like trapping yourself. Why bother?""Allowing them to move on is letting them off too lightly!" Fiery Red roared. Liora said, "Your obsession is too strong and is keeping you trapped here. You're constantly hurting yourself with painful memories. If you move on properly, it will be a kind of liberation from your past.""Don't preach to me! I'll make it simple for you. It's either you die or my soul gets destroyed!" Fiery Red snapped. She was about to attack Liora just as she finished her sentence. Liora was planning to call out to Isaac when a figure suddenly showed up. Kenny rushed over and blasted away Fiery Red."Y
Tyler did not comment further upon hearing Liora's reply. In the evening, Isaac returned home from school to find Liora already there. He hurried over, brimming with excitement. "You're back, Lia! How are you feeling? Have you recovered from your injuries?"Isaac's smile stretched from ear to ear.Liora glanced at Isaac meaningfully and said, "Please do me a favor tonight, Isaac."Isaac nodded repeatedly. "Sure, are we heading to the campus?"Liora looked at Isaac in astonishment. "Are you not scared anymore?"The smile on Isaac's face faded slowly. "Spirits are scary, but I don't want to see you bullied by them again, Lia. I wanted to destroy those spirits on the same day after seeing you suffer. However, they told me to respect your decision, so I didn't do that."Liora caressed Isaac's head affectionately. "You've grown, Isaac. You know how to look out for me now."Isaac took Liora's hand and held her hand tightly in his own. "Lia, I've always cared about you. Next time you
Reese said, "Yes, you have been in love with her for 15 years and have invested a lot of time for her. However, haven't you noticed that Lia is a very rational person? As soon as she figures things out, she can move on immediately."Chester's breathing became irregular. He took two deep breaths shakily while staring at Reese. "Yes, she is more sensitive and rational than anyone else."Reese said, "I'm going to give you another analogy. If Lia chooses to be with me, what are you going to do?""Nothing. I said before that I'd respect Lia's choice no matter what. Similarly, you don't have to worry about anything else. I won't harbor any resentment because of love," Chester replied. Reese said, "In other words, you'll continue to be friends with Lia even if we end up together, is that right?"Chester frowned. "Lia and I are friends. If we can't be together, our relationship will remain the same as before. You like Lia, but you can't stop me from being friends with her, Reese."Reese
Reese raised his right arm and said, "My entire right arm was covered in blood at the time. I watched the removal of rotten flesh from your back with my own eyes. I couldn't sleep peacefully for days.""That's easy! Just get the doctor to prescribe sleeping pills to you. You will be able to sleep better, right?" Liora said while giggling. Reese crouched down next to the bed, smiling. "Lia, are you mad at me?"Liora was confused. "Mad at you? For what?"Reese scratched his nose. "If I didn't take you there, you wouldn't have gotten injured."Liora took a glance at him, astounded. "This has nothing to do with you taking me there. It's the ignorant spirits. I'll deal with them all once I recover!""You still want to go back there?" Reese exclaimed. "Yes, of course! Hades will be delighted if I can send the seven spirits to him," Liora said. Reese looked at the joyous smile on Liora's face, feeling guilty. "I was hoping that you'd scold me instead of talking to me so casually."
Reese sent away Tyler and the other, surging them to get some rest while he remained seated, his gaze fixed on Liora.She slept peacefully, her chest rising and falling slowly with each breath. Meanwhile, a nurse approached. Reese noticed her and hastily stood up. "Hello, nurse."The nurse asked, "How can I help you?"Reese said, "May I inquire when Liora can be transferred out of the ICU?"The nurse said, "I'm not too sure about that. It depends on the healing of her wounds and vital signs. She has the most extensive wound that I've ever seen on a girl. She might end up with scars…"The nurse opened the door and walked inside upon saying that. Reese was overwhelmed by a sense of guilt as he thought of the debt he owed to Liora. He knew he could never fully repay it in this lifetime.-Three days later, Liora was transferred out of the ICU.After learning about the incident, Caroline and Evan rushed to the hospital. They were heartbroken to see Liora lying prone on the be
Fear and worry flooded Reese's mind, making it impossible for him to sleep. He opened his eyes and looked at the sky through the skylight. Reese could not help Liora in her profession, so he wondered if he could help out in her safety. He thought about it before he grabbed his phone to text Tyler. Reese: [Can you tell me where Ms. Yelena is staying?]Soon, Tyler texted Yelena's hotel and room number. Reese: [Thank you, my friend.]Tyler sneered.Tyler: [I haven't settled the score with you over Lia's predicament.]Reese: [I'll accept any punishment you deem necessary. It was my mistake, and I'll take responsibility for it.]There was no reply from Tyler afterward.Reese did not send another text, so he started the car and drove to the hotel. -Half an hour later, Reese arrived at the door of Yelena's room. He pondered briefly before knocking on the door. Soon, he heard a response. "Coming."Yelena opened the door and was surprised to find Reese. "Are you the lad fro
Liora opened her palm. The outline of the charm was vague, but she could feel its intense energy. She took a deep breath and stood up. After sensing her movement, the spirits glanced at her. Liora turned to look at them and felt the same feeling that stopped her from leaving again!Suppressing the fear, Liora braced herself to walk out of the door.The closer she got to the door, the more intense the gloomy presence became—she felt as if her soul was being crushed. "Don't be scared, Lia!""Try to walk out, Lia! They won't hurt you!""Lia! Axel, Ty, Mr. Gates, and I are waiting for you!"Αfter hearing their voices, Liora shed tears. She gnashed her teeth and continued to stride toward the door, which seemed so close yet remained out of reach. She took a deep breath, raised her hand with the charm, and attempted to walk closer. This time, the spirits all turned to look at her. They rushed forward in unison when they sensed Liora was about to touch the door. Sensing t