"You spent all day with your sister. hy did you come back separately?" Evan asked. Isaac said, "I didn't want to be a third wheel, so I left.""So, you don't know what happened to Lia?" asked Caroline anxiously. Isaac recalled briefly and said, "Lia was still in a normal mood when I left. It could be that they had a disagreement after Lia dropped Chester off!"Evan and Caroline exchanged a glance. They did not wish to interfere since it was about Liora's relationship. Liora would need to figure out certain things for herself in a relationship. Too much advice would be less effective than letting her come to her own conclusions. -Liora lay on her bed in her room but was not crying.The scene of her parting ways with Chester earlier played in her mind over and over again. Even though Chester's personality had not changed much in 14 years, he felt unfamiliar and distant to her. Liora turned over and looked up at the ceiling. Chester was a complete mystery to her now. It
After ending the call, Liora thought about how Chester would not attend the dance because of his current condition. She wondered what she could do to let him know that she was attending the dance. She thought about it for a long time before she came up with an idea. She then grabbed her phone and posted: [I'm looking forward to the dance!]Chester read Liora's post not long after it was posted. He stared at Liora's post for a long time, unsure if he should hit Like and comment. If Liora was attending the dance, she would surely be dancing with other men. At the thought of it, Chester's mind was filled with images of men leering at Liora. There was already Jason who had bad intentions toward Liora before. What if another guy like him showed up this time?Chester gazed at his leg slowly. Even if he had mobility issues, he wanted to protect Liora at the dance. Meanwhile, Reese saw the post as well. He clicked Like and sent Liora a text message. Reese: [Are you in Angelba
"Isn't the name of this dress store T.C?" asked Reyna while she looked at Liora in astonishment. Liora said, "Yes, that's right! My mom uses a different name for each clothing store."Reyna pursed her lips, looking slightly uncomfortable. However, she could only glare at Liora in silence. Meanwhile, the sales assistant brought over two dresses for Siobhan and Liora. Liora and Siobhan were about to stand up when Reyna said, "What does it take for you to stay away from Chester?"Liora looked at Reyna as if she were a fool. "Do you want me to stay away from Chester so you have a chance to get close to him?"Reyna said, "I never thought about being with Chester."Liora sniggered and looked at Siobhan next to her. "Shiv, go get changed first. I'll have a chat with her."Siobhan was not concerned that Liora would not be able to hold her own against Reyna. After all, she had seen Liora's fiery temperament. No one could pacify her when she lost her temper. Siobhan left while Liora
Liora stayed seated on the sofa, lost in thought. She remained unfazed even when Siobhan came outside and called out to her after she was done changing her outfit.Noticing that something was off, Siobhan made her way to Liora and waved her hand in front of Liora. Liora snapped back slowly and looked at Siobhan blankly. Siobhan was stunned. "Lia? What's going on?"Tears welled up in Liora's eyes. "Shiv…"Siobhan hastily sat down. "I'm here."Liora threw herself into Siobhan's arms and began to sob soundlessly with her head lowered. Siobhan was very worried and caressed Liora's back continuously. "What happened? You can tell me. Did Reyna say something unpleasant?"Liora shook her head. It felt as if Reyna's words were thorns piercing her throat, and she could not speak due to the pain. Noticing Liora's condition, Siobhan realized it was not the time to ask further. If Liora wanted to speak, she would not need prompting to do so. -In the end, Siobhan provided the store
After all, Liora had feelings for Chester. Naturally, she would consider things from his perspective. Siobhan composed herself and called Chester. Chester picked up quickly and asked in puzzlement, "Who's this?"Siobhan said, "I'm Siobhan Jung, Lia's best friend."Chester said, "I know. May I ask what the purpose of calling me is?"Siobhan told Chester about Reyna's conversation with Liora. The more she spoke, the more she felt sorry for Liora. "Chester, please tell Lia yourself if this is how you feel."Chester kept quiet for a moment. "This is not how I feel. Reyna doesn't represent me."Siobhan said, "However, Liora believed her! Please manage your friend and tell her to refrain from constantly speaking to Lia like this, okay?""I will speak to her. How is Lia now?" Chester asked in a deep voice. Siobhan said, "She keeps all her emotions bottled up inside, refusing to say anything. Chester, I have a question for you. Will you please answer me truthfully?"Chester said
"I can explain it to you if you don't understand!" Chester said with a determined gaze, "It's true that I have insecurities, but I've never thought about the difference in status between Liora and me!"After all, we're just human beings. I will work hard to provide for Lia, so there's no question of disparity! Similarly, I don't care about people's opinions. All I need to know is that Lia cares about me, and that's enough!""That's nonsense, Chester! The Jordans are under the scrutiny of the outside world! Everyone will despise you once you and Liora are together and your identity is exposed!""So what? As long as I do what I should, what they say doesn't matter to me," said Chester. Reyna retorted, "How long do you think you can endure thinking about people's gossip about you as time passes?"Chester said, "You think you know me but don't know me at all, Reyna. I grew up under the label of causing my parents and aunt's deaths, yet I haven't been affected by any of it!"Reyna as
Caroline hastily stood up. "Is he here? Where is he? Let him in, quickly.""Mom! Why are you more excited to see him than me?! Chester left a long time ago. I meant he came in the afternoon," muttered Isaac in displeasure. Caroline smiled. "It's your sister's future boyfriend. I have to be more courteous to him, right?""You've already made a decision even before Lia has decided," Isaac said while sitting next to Caroline. Caroline took Isaac's hand, smiling. "They will be together sooner or later, Isaac. I've known Chester for a long time, even before you were born. He's a remarkable person, remaining so despite the loss of his parents and being penniless with no family left in this world. I believe Lia will find happiness with him.""What if Chester is not the one?" Isaac thought about Reese. Caroline said, "Whether it's him or not is not important. What matters most is that Lia likes him and is willing to entrust her life to him."Isaac said, "Oh, right, Mom. Lia mentioned
At night, Tyler and Axel returned home. Spotting Isaac snacking on the sofa, Tyler asked, "Isaac, where's Lia? Has she not returned home yet?"After munching on his chips, Isaac replied, "Lia went to Uncle Ben's old place this afternoon."Liora's unexpected departure visibly took Tyler and Axel aback.Tyler asked, "Did she go alone?"Isaac said, "She did initially, but Chester is going after her now. It will be the two of them soon."Tyler asked, "Did you tell Chester about Lia's whereabouts?"Isaac nodded. "Yes, Chester has been searching for Lia for most of the day. I told him after seeing how anxious he was. Uh, it isn't safe for Lia to be alone in a strange place, right? It's a good thing for Chester to go and keep Lia company."Tyler stared at Isaac. "Are you prepared to accept the consequences if anything transpires between them, given that they both have feelings for one another?"Isaac was stunned. He swallowed his saliva and said, "How could anything happen?""It's
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