Axel also felt troubled. "Is Lia letting Chester stay at the house?"Tyler clenched his fists tightly. "That might be possible! I would totally call up Lia and give her a piece of my mind if we had our phones here!"Axel heaved a sigh and shook his head. "Forget it. We can't reach that far now. However, Daddy will watch over Lia.""He can watch over her in Angelbay, but not when she is away from home!" Tyler wished that he could glare at Liora in real life.-At the wedding ceremony, Liora and Chester walked side by side, scattering flower petals in front of Caroline.Caroline walked slowly, holding Thomas' arm.Evan stood in a black suit at the end of the aisle, staring at Caroline, who was approaching him.Liora and Chester walked away from the aisle, holding hands after they made their way to Evan and completed their mission.Thomas nodded at Evan. Soon afterward, he exhaled and placed Caroline's hand gently into Evan's.Thomas' eyes were reddened with tears. "Evan, I'm ha
"No, I won't. You will only be mine from now on, regardless of what you have in mind," declared Evan with determination. "Mrs. Jordan, let's take care of each other for the rest of our lives."Caroline smiled and expressed her gratitude, "I'm thankful to have you in the future, Mr. Jordan."Captivated by Caroline's lips, Evan wrapped his arm around her waist and pulled her close. Leaning over, he kissed her soft lips.Alex, filled with excitement, stood up and exclaimed, "Evan! Caroline! Wishing you a lifetime of happiness together!"Paige also rose, adding her wishes, "Carol, wishing you a lifetime of happiness!"The guests joined in, shouting in succession, "Wishing you a harmonious union filled with unwavering love!"-Three days later.After receiving their report cards, Liora packed her belongings on her desk with Chester's assistance.While stuffing items into her backpack, she asked, "I'll be heading back to Angelbay in two days, Chester. When will you be going back?"
Benjamin shook his head and said, "I can agree with you on many things, but not on this matter. As I've told you from the start, we all have to learn to let go."Liora wiped her tears. "But—""No buts." Despite Benjamin's pity for Liora, he couldn't intervene in matters where he had no say.He didn't elaborate further to Liora. She had to navigate life's hardships, frustration, sorrow, and joy on her own.The essence of life was grasped through experience—that's what made living worthwhile.He stayed with her for a long while before advising, "Lia, bid farewell to Chester properly so you won't have any regrets.""I don't want to! I hate goodbyes!" Liora shouted, got up, and burrowed into her bed, crying louder.-Chester barely ate during dinner.He took two bites to appease his family before putting down his cutlery.Leaving the dining table, he walked to the yard.Brianna called out after noticing the situation, "Where are you going, Chet?"Chester turned and said, "I pro
Liora continued to shout, "I don't want new friends! I just want Chester! All I know now is that he is going to make many new friends, and he will forget about me as time passes!"Caroline massaged her temples. Next to her, Evan put down his folder and asked, "Is Lia still not convinced?"Caroline nodded. "She keeps crying, and I don't know how to comfort her."Evan stood up, approached Caroline, and grabbed her phone. He felt his heart wrench in pain when he heard Liora's crying voice."Lia, stop making a fuss," said Evan in a deep voice."Do you also think that I'm making trouble for no reason, Daddy? Am I wrong for wanting to keep a friend?"Evan said, "So you want to keep him so badly? Is this the only friend you want?""Yes! I just want him as my friend! The other friends are all fake!" said Liora with determination.Evan sneered. "Alright. If you insist on keeping Chester, figure out a way to keep him then! We won't help or say anything on your behalf. If you can't keep h
Chester gazed at Liora and remarked, "I've been standing here for a long time."Liora was taken aback. She met his eyes and said, "So, my conversation with my family earlier…""Yes, I heard it all. Lia, I know that you're angry, and I'm sorry," Chester said.Liora pursed her lips. "It's not your fault. You don't have to apologize to me.""No, you're crying because of me, and this is my fault. Lia, I don't want to part with you, either," Chester admitted.He took a deep breath and added, "There are some things we cannot control, but believe me, I will definitely stay in touch with you, okay?"Tears welled up in Liora's eyes once again. "Is there no way for you to stay?""Yes, I'm not at an age where I can make decisions for myself yet," Chester confessed."Even if I beg you to stay, you still can't stay?" asked Liora anxiously."Yes."Liora lowered her gaze in disappointment. "I don't want to say goodbye.""No one likes to say goodbye. However, look up to the sky, Lia," Chest
Caroline nodded. "Why are you also counting the days?"Paige patted her chest and said, "I'm feeling anxious, you know? I consulted the gynecologists previously, and they told me that second pregnancies often result in earlier deliveries. Your belly hasn't shown any signs yet, and it's making me worried."Caroline shook her head, smiling. "Hey, you joked about them wearing out the pregnancy books, but you're more concerned than they are in reality."Paige sniggered and placed her hand on Caroline's abdomen. "I'm eager to meet our little precious. After all, it's going to be adopted by us!"Caroline stopped in her tracks just as Paige's voice faded.Soon afterward, she caressed her abdomen with a frown on her face.Paige looked at Caroline in surprise. "Carol?"Caroline lowered her head rigidly and looked down at the liquid trickling down her ankles.Caroline grabbed Paige's arm, feeling the contraction radiating from her lower abdomen. "Call an ambulance, Paige!"Paige's eyes
Alex's words seemed to have no impact at all.Evan turned around and took a seat with a gloomy expression. He clasped his hands against his forehead, his body trembling uncontrollably. He knew that labor was painful, but he did not expect Caroline to be so overwhelmed by the pain.He rarely heard Caroline complain about pain, yet she appeared to be expressing a lifetime of agony this time. He should have taken precautions to prevent Caroline from getting pregnant had he known!He had read about the intensity of labor pain that was akin to broken bones from the book. If giving birth was already so tortuous, how about when she had delivered three babies previously?Evan could not imagine the pain she had been in, and he had not even been around at the time. Tears welled up in his eyes.He took a deep breath and looked up at the delivery room. He could not maintain his composure because of the overwhelming anxiety he felt.-Time passed.Alex and Paige were constantly pacing. They
At night, Keane shared the good news with Tyler and Axel, who had just returned from training.Keane agreed to let them have a video call with Caroline so they could meet their younger brother.Evan answered the video call on his phone. Upon seeing the two tanned boys, Evan raised an eyebrow and remarked, "Are you two working in a mine?"Tyler pursed his lips. "Why don't you come and experience the heat?"Axel patted Tyler's shoulder, interjecting, "Ty, we don't have much time. Let's discuss serious matters."Tyler nodded, asking, "Where's our younger brother?"Evan aimed the phone camera at the baby in the cot.Tyler frowned and commented, "Why is he so wrinkled?"Axel was also surprised."Is this our younger brother? He looks like a monkey!"Suddenly, Liora's voice echoed. Evan turned and found Liora at the door, holding Paige's hand."Lia? Why are you back?" Evan asked.Liora walked toward the cot, explaining, "I'm helping Uncle Ben with some tasks in the neighboring cit
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