The chubby woman grunted, "Compensate with money then! I'm not asking for much, just 700,000 dollars! I won't accept a penny less!"Caroline smiled and replied, "It's not expensive to address a child's emotional trauma with 700,000 dollars."The chubby woman was astonished and asked, "Can you afford it?"Caroline confidently said, "Yes, of course. However, should we consider the emotional trauma my child endured?"The chubby woman's expression changed drastically, "Your child is fine. Why should we even consider it?"Caroline looked at the surveillance camera in the office and calmly said, "Shall we review the footage? I recall you scolding my children earlier, calling them fatherless bastards. Words hurt more than physical violence. I'm not asking for much, either. One million dollars to compensate for my two children's emotional trauma."The chubby woman stood up and scolded, "Your child bullied mine first, and now you want to blame me?""I shall settle the score with you then
Caroline sneered and bent over, firmly holding her two children's hands. "There are many people who look similar to each other in this world. Please don't ask these questions anymore in the future!"She circled past Evan, still clutching her children's hands, and walked away.Evan's eyes were cold and stern as he watched the three figures depart. He was convinced that the woman was Caroline, even if she refused to acknowledge it!However, he didn't have the courage to remove her shades, fearing he might find a stranger's face.Caroline swiftly made her way to her car with the children outside the academic building. But as she started the engine, she kept shifting the gears wrongly.Liora frowned and asked, "What's going on with you, Mommy? Why are you shaking? Is that man your friend?"Caroline replied in an uneasy tone, "He's not my friend! I'm not acquainted with him!"Tyler raised an eyebrow, thinking, 'Why would Mommy be so anxious if she's not acquainted with him?'He deci
Caroline glanced at Lily and said, "I think he'll recognize me soon."Lily asked in astonishment, "You mean Mr. Jordan?"Caroline nodded, recounting the incident at the kindergarten earlier that day.Lily sighed. "It's inevitable, Carol. Maybe it's not such a bad thing for him to find out."Caroline was deeply concerned. "I worry he'll stop me from seeking revenge. After all, Daniella is his child's biological mother.""Don't see it that way," Lily said, guiding Caroline to sit down. "I told you before, Mr. Jordan was heartbroken in the past. If he cares for you, he'll support you and be on your side."Caroline fell silent, unable to let go of the past incident when Evan doubted her and attempted to take her children away. Those two issues still haunted her.Trying to change the subject, Caroline said, "I'm hungry, Ms. Smith. What's for dinner?"Lily smiled helplessly.*On Wednesday, Kenny and his team arrived in Angelbay City.Caroline had arranged a bus to pick them up fr
Axel tightly clutched his top, offering no response to Liora's remark. He didn't want them to see how Daniella treated him.Seeing that Axel remained silent, Liora came up with another idea. "It seems you don't want to be friends with me. I shouldn't have helped you if that's the case!"Tyler suppressed a smile as he observed Liora skillfully provoking Axel.For a brief moment, guilt and panic flickered in Axel's eyes. "Villa Rosa. You can come on Saturday."Liora sweetly smiled and extended her little finger toward Axel. "It's a playdate then. We're coming to you on Saturday!"The sight of her finger stunned Axel. He anxiously clenched his fist before slowly making a pinky promise with Liora.*During the night, Reuben shared the investigation's findings with Evan. One folder contained information about preschool students' parents, while the other was dedicated to Caroline.Upon reading Caroline's folder, Evan frowned. "Carolyn Shenton?"Reuben confirmed, "Yes, her name is Ca
Liora changed her clothes excitedly but felt uncertain about going out after washing up and heading downstairs.She frowned at Tyler and asked, "Tyler, will we get into trouble if Mommy notices?"Tyler glanced at her while putting on his shoes. "Do you want to find out if he is our father?""Yes!" Liora replied immediately. Then, she hesitated and added, "However, Mommy told us that Daddy has turned into soil."Tyler stood up after tying his shoes. "If you're scared to go, you can stay home and cover for me.""No! I'm scared to be alone!" Liora quickly put on her shoes and held onto Tyler's top.Tyler gently caressed Liora's head. "Don't worry. Mommy will probably punish me first."Liora nodded, and they headed to Villa Rosa.Twenty minutes later, the two children arrived at Villa Rosa. The security guard led them to Evan's villa, probably informed by Axel in advance.Axel was already waiting outside. Liora rushed over to him with enthusiasm. "Tyler and I are here, Axel!"Anx
Axel turned to look at Daniella, then hurriedly jumped off the sofa and followed her.Upon reaching the second floor, Daniella realized Axel was following her.Glaring at Axel in disgust, she asked, "Why are you following me?"Axel feared her reaction and clenched his fists tightly. "I'm going back to my room."Daniella shouted, "If you want to go to your room, don't walk around like a ghost!"Her outburst startled the two children in the room.Liora was taken aback. "There's a woman shouting outside. Is that Axel's Mommy? She sounds really fierce. Will she come in here?"Tyler looked at the door and calmly ordered, "Lock the door.""It's going to make a sound," Liora said fearfully, her face scrunching up."It won't," Tyler replied while typing on the keyboard. "It's a silent lock. Just lock it."He needed a few more minutes to crack Axel's software password to verify if they shared the same hobby. He was willing to take the risk rather than let his effort go to waste.Lior
Tyler believed the woman outside was the scumbag's fiancée and not Axel's biological mother. His expression turned solemn, and he said softly, "Sure, I'll help him! But we can't go out now. Axel might get hurt even more."Aware they couldn't take on an adult physically, they needed to find another way to assist Axel.Tyler pulled out his tablet, logged into an app, and sent an email to Evan with a fake ID.*As Evan got into a car outside Angelbay Airport, his phone vibrated, and he received an anonymous email.Puzzled, he opened it to find a simple message: [Evan Jordan! Your son is being beaten up by his mother!]Stunned by the message, Evan replied: [Who are you?]Tyler: [Don't worry about who I am. Go back to Villa Rose to check if you don't believe me!]Tyler was shocked by how Evan was concerned about his identity. 'The scumbag's mindset is different,' Tyler thought.Even if Evan was proven to be their biological father, Tyler wouldn't accept him—a man incapable of und
Evan approached Daniella with hostility, causing her to turn pale with fear.'Isn't he supposed to be on a business trip? Why is he back so soon?' Daniella thought, backing away in fear."E-Evan, I can explain— Urgh!"Before Daniella could finish her sentence, Evan abruptly grabbed her by her throat."Are you tired of being alive, Daniella?" Evan roared. "I spared you because you're Axel's mother! I never expected you to be so cruel! He's only five years old, and you're hurting him! How could you do this?"Daniella's face turned red from the lack of air. She wanted to explain herself but couldn't make a sound in Evan's grip.Evan finally released his hold when her face turned pale and her eyes rolled backward.After catching her breath, Daniella coughed profusely and collapsed to the ground weakly. It took her a while to recover enough strength to speak.She looked at Evan through tears and said, "Axel is my child, Evan. How could I ever hurt him? I accidentally knocked him ove
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