"Something fun to play with? What do you want to play?" Misty thought about it and then said.Liora replied, "Anything is fine. I'm bored…"Misty gestured upstairs and suggested, "I can take you upstairs to choose your room."Liora followed Misty upstairs while Axel and Tyler remained seated downstairs. It didn't take long before a bodyguard arrived with a single piece of luggage.He placed the luggage beside the sofa and said, "Your staff sent this."Tyler quickly jumped off the sofa, opened the luggage, and removed the laptops inside. He sat by the coffee table with Axel and began working on the task their mentor had given them.Evan arrived home just as they were working attentively. He observed them typing away frantically as soon as he entered the house.Approaching them slowly, Evan frowned at the sight of rapidly scrolling codes on their laptops. "You guys are into this stuff, too?"Tyler and Axel were startled by his voice and looked at Evan, who had appeared soundlessl
Evan chuckled suddenly. "And then?"Liora said, "Ms. Smith told me that Mommy suffered when we were still in her womb. Besides not sleeping well, she would throw up frequently. Her belly was cut open when she gave birth to us. Can't you treat Mommy better based on all that?"Evan didn't know how to refute Liora's words. She wouldn't understand adult language, and he couldn't express himself in simple terms.Evan replied, "I don't have any feelings for her now."Tyler was instantly infuriated. "No? What did you promise me back then?"Evan asked, "What did I promise you?"Tyler grabbed his phone and played Evan's voice clip, promising to treat Caroline well for the rest of his life.Evan frowned upon hearing that. "Why didn't I get engaged with her then?"Tyler gnashed his teeth. "You've let Mommy down! If it weren't for you—" Suddenly, Misty interrupted, "I forgot to instruct the caregiver to get the groceries. What would you like for dinner?"Liora's eyes lit up when food wa
Evan drove to Bayview Villa alone. He arrived at Caroline's villa an hour later and noticed her getting out of her car as he stepped out of his own.Evan approached her coldly and called out, "Caroline!"She halted and gazed at Evan in astonishment upon recognizing his familiar voice. "What brought you here?""Why are you sending Liora so far away to Easton County? She's only six, and you're sending her to live with an old man?" Evan's anger surfaced.Caroline attempted to explain, sensing the misunderstanding. Yet, Evan interjected before she could speak, "You don't deserve to be a mother, let alone my children's mother!"Caroline's heart wrenched in pain at his words. Shakingly, she asked, "Who do you think you are to criticize me like this?"Evan retorted, "Any qualified mother wouldn't send a child to that kind of place!""How dare you slander me without knowing the facts?!" Caroline couldn't contain her emotions. "Do you think I'd want my child to be so far away? Do you kno
Evan stated coldly, "With me around, my children will never suffer, let alone be in any dangerous situation."Caroline stared at him, biting her lower lip. "Alright. If you say so, don't regret this."She brushed past him and walked back into the villa without looking back.Meanwhile, Scott's bodyguard texted Scott during Evan and Caroline's argument.The bodyguard informed Scott that Caroline was arguing with a man.Hence, Scott arrived at Bayview Villa right after Evan left.He exited the car, and the bodyguard informed him, "Sir, the man just left."Scott nodded and dashed in the villa to see Caroline. His chest tightened with anxiety when he saw Caroline sitting on the sofa in a daze, her eyes reddened with tears.Approaching Caroline, he asked, "What happened, Carol?"Caroline's heart skipped a beat at the sight of Scott."Why are you here?" she asked in astonishment."They told me that you were arguing with someone. Did the person bully or hurt you?" Scott scrutinized
Keane chuckled. "Wouldn't it be better for them to meet face-to-face? It would be better for Evan to regain his memories.""Sir, I can't tell if you are doing this for Evan's good anymore. You know that Scott will target Evan, yet you want him to meet Scott without any memories," Misty remarked.Keane smiled but did not comment further.They briefly discussed work before Misty ended the call and headed downstairs.Evan returned home not long after and ordered Misty coldly, "Get a lawyer to draft an agreement.""What kind of agreement?" Misty asked in puzzlement."Custody change agreement!" Evan said while he looked at the three children staring at him.The kids were shocked upon hearing that.Tyler could not hold back any longer. "What right do you have to make changes?!"Evan said, "I'm your father. I have the right to take back your custody. After all, your mother doesn't take good care of you.""How does she not take good care of us? Daddy, what did you talk about with Mom
Evan was pleased with Tyler's attitude, slightly smirking. "Sure, go ahead.""Perhaps Mommy might have told you about Lia. What do you think about it?" Tyler asked."It's superstitious and unreliable," Evan replied."It's not surprising that you would feel this way because many people who haven't encountered these things also feel the same way. However, that's just how Lia is. Are you going to take responsibility if she is targeted by supernatural entities and is in danger?""Naturally, I will take responsibility for my daughter," Evan said solemnly.Tyler sneered. "How are you going to take responsibility? Do you know how to perform an exorcism?"Evan frowned, momentarily unsure how to answer. He never believed in supernatural things, but if Liora did encounter something unexplainable, he had no idea how he would fulfill the responsibility, as he had mentioned."Judging by your tone, Lia has experienced something like this?" Evan asked.Tyler said, "Regardless of whether she h
The remark, simple yet laced with sarcasm and accusation, made Scott purse his lips."I'll find a way to make up for my mistakes. You don't have to spell it out, Mr. Jung," he retorted before turning and leaving.As Scott returned to the office, he mulled over Zeke's remark. 'The person might be Zeke. However, why would Carol erase the surveillance footage if it was him? Could it be that they were discussing something that shouldn't be known to others?'Upon reaching his office, he composed himself. 'I have to continue to investigate this matter.'-In the ensuing days, Evan refrained from sending the children home.However, Caroline received an unexpected 'gift' on her birthday—a custody change agreement. Shocked, she murmured, "So he was serious about what he said the other night? I used to be so scared of Evan taking custody of the children previously, so I didn't disclose the children's parentage to him. Yet, what I fear the most has happened."Tears welled in Caroline's e
Caroline strolled into the living room and settled onto the couch. She briefly explained the situation to Paige, who paced angrily around the room."How can a mother who carried Lia to full term let her suffer? Speaking so harshly is beyond common sense! You hide your reluctance to part with Lia, but does he have to express his feelings to feel relieved?"Caroline remained silent in the face of Paige's accusations toward Evan.Paige pondered for a while before grabbing the agreement from the coffee table and tearing it in half.After tossing it into the trash can, she declared, "Absolutely not! If he insists on this, we'll hire a lawyer to take him to court! Carol, he's not showing any mercy. Will you please come to your senses?"Caroline nodded slowly after a while.Paige said, "Carol, if you're not interested in those young men, take an interest in Mr. Jung. He's not that different from Evan. Aside from being divorced with a child, there are no other issues to point out.""I k
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