Smiling, Caroline leaned against Evan's shoulders. "Yeah, they're memories, but we'll have more beautiful memories to replace them from now on."Evan raised his arm and pulled her into his embrace. "I feel like what I've given you wasn't enough.""Wasn't enough?" Caroline looked up. "Then, how much is enough? I'm already very satisfied with your attitude now."Evan chuckled and kissed her gently.His deep-set eyes were full of gentleness as he leaned his forehead against hers. "I want to give you the best things in the world.""Then, it's some kind of stress for me," Caroline explained. "What I want is always safety and peace. Even if we have a lot of good things, it can't be compared to our firm and steady relationship. Don't you think so?"Evan suddenly grabbed her waist and pulled her over to sit on his thighs.Caroline cried out involuntarily and looked around nervously. "We're in the living room. Behave yourself.""I won't do that kind of thing to you." Evan held both of h
After savoring a mouthful of soup, Paige turned to Greta, saying, "I'm sorry for troubling you today.""Oh! How could you say that?" Greta smiled and replied, "Your rooms are cleaned up and decorated. The makeup artist will come at 3:00 a.m. tomorrow. By the way, when will Lia arrive?""Maybe around evening." Caroline placed the bowl of soup down, her eyes betraying a hint of gloominess. "Unfortunately, Ty and Axel can't come."Paige moved closer to Caroline. "Stop dwelling on that, Carol. You're already nervous about the wedding. You'll feel worse if you think about the kids now.""Yeah, Carol." Greta chimed in. "We've already hired a professional shooting team. They'll record your wedding. Then, you can show it to Ty and Axel."Caroline tried her best to cheer up and smiled. "Thank you, Aunt Greta. You guys have gone to so much trouble these days.""You are our kid. Please don't say that."While chatting, Greta stood up and said, "I need to see if all the things are ready. You
At 4:00 p.m., Caroline and Paige set off for the airport in advance.On the way there, Paige booked a restaurant because she wanted to enjoy a good meal with Caroline's family that night.She claimed that it could not be less splendid or lively than Evan's side.Caroline let Paige handle that because all she could think about was Liora.Liora's plane touched down at the airport when they arrived.After waiting outside for a while, they saw Liora exiting with Benjamin while holding a boy's hand.Paige was about to call out for Liora, but her voice left her when she saw the neat, fair boy beside her."Carol, who is the boy beside Lia?" Paige asked in confusion.Caroline watched closely. Suddenly, she recalled that Evan had looked into that boy's information."His name seems to be Chester Fox," Caroline replied. "He's Lia's classmate and deskmate."Paige's confusion deepened. "Why did Lia ask her deskmate to come?"Caroline shook her head. She did not know the reason because Li
Paige leaned over and whispered in Caroline's ear, "Carol, this boy is so nice to Lia. I think he's surely your future son-in-law!"Helplessness swept over Caroline. "Paige, they're so young. Stop saying nonsense!"Then, she looked at Benjamin. "We've booked a restaurant. Let's get in the car, and we can chat in the restaurant later."Liora and Chester sat in the back seats, chatting on the way to the restaurant.Paige kept sizing them up. Besides, it was a well-known fact that Liora was a talkative person.Liora could talk about everything endlessly, and it seemed like she would never stop.But Chester was never impatient. He chatted with Liora seriously throughout the whole process.Clicking her tongue, Paige shook her head and said, "Carol, something great is about to happen."Caroline looked in the same direction. "What do you mean, Paige?"Paige sat up straight. "You found a man who loves you deeply. And your kids are very smart. Plus, there's a boy who's so patient towar
Evan stood at the entrance of Wild Sides, gazing at the drones in the sky while stating, "I'm at Wild Sides.""Wait for me there. I'm on my way to meet you now!"Evan looked away and asked with a frown, "Alone?""Yes. I want to see you now!" Caroline said, suppressing her emotions with great effort.Evan walked toward the car." Wait for me at the restaurant! I'm worried about you coming over. Stay put!" Caroline clutched the phone tightly, tears streaming down her face continuously."Evan, I'm not worth you doing all these things," Caroline said, sobbing.Evan was stunned. Shortly after, he got into the car, smirking.He started the car and said with a gentle gaze, "Caroline, I'd do anything for you. Moreover, these are just material things. You will be Mrs. Jordan, my wife, starting tomorrow. What's the harm in entrusting my entire wealth and even my life to you?"Caroline sobbed. "Evan, I don't want all these. I just want you."Evan drove to Caroline's location and teased,
The wedding unfolded on New Year's, and the entire city resonated with the booming echoes of fireworks. It was arguably the most extravagant wedding in the history of Angelbay, featuring a fleet of 100 luxury cars.Journalists wished they could run alongside the car fleet and capture the moment. Yet, they were unable to photograph the newlyweds from behind.The procession arrived at the Xanders, and Reuben emerged from the passenger seat, promptly opening the back door.Evan stepped out with a flower bouquet, exuding an elegant presence. Glancing up at Caroline's second-floor room, he cracked a smile.Alex and Lucas approached Evan in concern.Lucas pointed toward the yard. "Evan, the groomsmen can't simply enter the house. Neil and a few others are guarding the door.""Why force our way in? Let's have the bodyguards escort them away!" Alex exclaimed, intentionally speaking loudly.In response, Neil chimed in. "The bodyguards might navigate through us, but the one upstairs may n
Paige declared, "We pulled this off without your knowledge. Don't fret. We won't pull any pranks on your husband."Caroline blushed immediately, thinking, 'Husband…'Yuliana walked to the door and hollered, "Do you really want to come inside?""Yes, absolutely! Open the door!"Yuliana stifled her laughter. "We've got five dresses in the adjacent room. Groomsmen, change into them, and we'll open the door!"Alex, Lucas, and the others were dumbfounded."You must be out of your mind to make us wear dresses!" Alex complained.Lucas hastily grabbed his arm and whispered, "Just say we've put on the dresses. They can't see anyway.""Don't even think about it!" Yuliana's voice echoed once again. "Send a photo to Paige once you've put them on, or we won't open the door!"Lucas' eyes twitched. "This is quite a bizarre request. Can we do something else?""No!"Alex, Lucas, and the others looked at Evan pleadingly.Alex said, "Evan, it's just a door. Have the bodyguards kick it down. D
Evan approached Caroline step by step, navigating through the crowd. However, before he could reach her, a few people suddenly appeared in his path.Paige grinned at him with enthusiasm. "Mr. Jordan! Carol looks stunning, doesn't she?" Though Evan snapped out of his thoughts, his gaze still lingered on the shy Caroline."Exquisite, indeed," he complimented her generously."Yes! How can you just take Carol so easily when she's this beautiful?"Paige seemed to be entrapping Evan, who soon realized that the bridesmaids were not to be trifled with.Evan raised an eyebrow. 'Why would they allow me to take Caroline so easily when they pranked the groomsmen?'"Tell me, what's your demand?" he asked Paige."It's simple. Find Caroline's shoes within three minutes, and then you can take her with you."Evan took a glance around the room. "Is it really that simple?""Simple? Evan, this is not simple. The places they hide them are beyond imagination," Yuliana remarked, clicking her tongu
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