Scott's bodyguard, who was nearby, had just holstered his gun and urgently addressed Scott, "Mr. Wilson, please issue an order to retreat now!"Certainly, Scott knew they should retreat, but anxiety gripped him. Since he started trailing Evan's car from Angelbay, he had unwittingly fallen into Evan's traps, gradually putting himself in danger. Leaving that extremely perilous scene unscathed was proving to be very difficult.The bodyguard persisted due to Scott's silence, "Mr. Wilson, please stop considering. We'll cover you while you retreat!"Scott abruptly turned to him, snarling, "I haven't given the order!"Ignoring Scott's protest, the bodyguard used his earphones to instruct the others, "Attention. Let's cover Mr. Wilson and help him retreat. Throw smoke grenades on the count of three! Three... Two... One..."Following the instructions, the bodyguard carried Scott on his shoulders. "I'm sorry, Mr. Wilson!"As the other bodyguards deployed smoke grenades, the particular bo
When Axel and Tyler received the notification on their phones, they frowned solemnly.Witnessing their reaction, Evan lowered his head and asked, "What are you looking at?"Tyler brushed off Evan's question and urgently instructed, "Axel, hurry up and rebuild the firewall. I'll go to Mommy's room now!""Got it!" Axel replied without looking up from his phone.Stuffing his phone back into his pocket, Tyler gazed at Evan and said with anxiety, "Daddy, give me the room card. I need someone to take Mommy's phone away from this place! And ask your men to pack up our things and leave this place immediately. Don't forget to tell our godparents, too!"Evan's apprehension halted any further questions. He handed the room card to Tyler.Tyler dashed back to the resort hastily.Evan led Axel back to the resort, the latter quickly typing codes on his phone.Once Axel finished, Evan asked, "What happened?"However, his phone rang at that moment.Answering the call, Evan heard Misty's voice
Evan's order followed Tyler's directive.Evan directed some of the bodyguards in the darkness to accompany him while the others remained, expanding their defensive range.Upon locating Scott and his hacker, their goal was to ensnare the other party by any means necessary, leaving them on the brink of defeat.Afterward, Evan brought Axel back to the room.Meanwhile, Alex and Paige had packed up and headed to Evan's room.Paige surveyed the living room and asked, "Where's Carol?"Evan gestured toward the bedroom. "She's still sleeping. I think Ty has gone to wake her up."Alex questioned, "What happened, Evan? You made me so scared."Paige rolled her eyes at Alex. "Can you act like a man? I'm not as terrified as you!""But your legs are shaking!" Alex pointed at Paige's trembling legs.Speechless, Paige hoped he could pipe down.Evan briefly explained the situation to them before Caroline emerged from the bedroom.She observed the bodyguards entering and leaving the room, as
It must be a bloody and dangerous gunfight at South Bay...Paige faltered. "Mr. Jordan, how many bodyguards do you have?"Evan glanced at her. "Do you know the number of staff at MK?""Are you talking about the ones at Angelbay or including every subsidiary company?" Paige asked in response."Only at Angelbay," Evan replied."There are more than 3,000 employees in the company, not including the ones at the major factories."Evan said, "Double that number."Paige and Caroline looked at each other.Previously, they knew that there were only 100 bodyguards at most.But its number had exceeded their expectations.It seemed like the salaries of Evan's bodyguards were above Caroline and Paige's company yearly income.-Scott and his men were about to arrive at South Brisall.Arno told Scott, who was looking at his phone, "Mr. Wilson, we're going to arrive at South Brisall in two hours. Should we stop at someplace or go there directly?"Scott put his phone down and looked up, hi
After a brief moment of contemplation, Arno replied, "It's not the tourist season, but it's fully booked. I'm afraid it's all Evan's men."Scott nodded, looking down. "Yeah, he has men waiting for us there. Plus, they've relocated to another place.""So, our only option now is to tail Caroline if we want to find them?" Arno asked."No," Scott answered somberly. "They must have discarded her phone. I've underestimated the boys.""What should we do next?"After a moment of silence, Scott asked, "Where would you go if it were you?""Of course, I'd go as far as possible."Scott remained thoughtful, gazing at the dense mountains outside.Since he was silent, Arno refrained from raising more questions because he knew that Scott disliked interruptions during his contemplations.Ten minutes later, Scott said, "Check out the hotels with exceptional mountain environments and conditions. Start screening with this resort as the center."Arno complied and found a large hotel 40 minutes la
The car drove along the winding mountain road, and Paige glanced at the dark surroundings. "Carol, don't you find this mountain road eerie without any streetlights?"Caroline chuckled. "It's fine. We have bodyguards in the car. What are you afraid of?"Paige rubbed her arms. "I'm not fond of this environment, but I admit the air is really fresh. However, who would choose to come so high up for a vacation?"Caroline pulled out the jello she had prepared for the boys and handed one to Paige."The hotel is well-known, with many famous celebrities visiting. I think you're the only reluctant person. Have something sweet to calm yourself. You're probably agitated from your menstruation."Paige took it, preparing to eat the jello, when she saw two headlights in front of her.Soon afterward, the car passed swiftly.Paige gazed at the car for a while before muttering, "People are still going up the mountain at 5:00 a.m., huh?"Caroline said casually, "I think they're here to watch the s
Caroline gazed at her in astonishment. "Why do you look so surprised?"Paige turned the phone toward Caroline. "Evan bombarded my phone with text messages because he couldn't reach you. He sent more than 20 messages and made a call."Caroline stared at it for a while and sniggered. "Did he call because he couldn't hold it in any longer?"Paige raised an eyebrow and replied, "The two of you seem to be getting along well now.""Yes! He has regained his memories!" Caroline exclaimed."Did he say it himself? When did that happen?" Paige asked in shock.Caroline shook her head with a smile. "He didn't tell me, but he probably wasn't aware he let it slip. It happened just yesterday.""The two of you… Is it because he overheard our conversation yesterday, triggering his manly instincts?" Paige covered her mouth.Caroline blushed. "Probably…""This is awesome, Carol! However, don't say anything if he doesn't say it. Let's see how long he can hold it in!" Paige was very happy for her b
Caroline couldn't shake the thought that Paige's gesture likely betrayed her guilt about texting."Both of you are coming with us today, whether you texted or not!" declared the muscular man, Kenzo Buffet.Paige and Caroline's eyes widened in shock."Who are you? There are surveillance cameras here. Don't act rashly if you're smart!" Caroline hastily pulled Paige behind her."Are you referring to this surveillance camera?" Suddenly, Arno raised his phone.The footage of them in the elevator was displayed on his phone.Soon, the phone screen flashed, and the surveillance system went dark.Paige's legs shook uncontrollably from fear. "Don't resort to kidnapping. We have money and can pay you whatever amount you want. We'll pay you double! We can even do triple!""We don't want money. We are just following the orders of our boss!" said Arno."Boss?" A thought occurred to Caroline, and her expression gradually shifted from panic to calmness.She asked, "Is it Scott?"Arno chuckl
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