Jamie looked to be in her 40s, and Liora was uncertain of her age. Thus, it seemed right to address Jamie as Madam.Jamie was stunned. She then pointed at herself and asked, "Were you talking to me?"Liora tilted her head. "You're alone here with Mommy. Of course, I won't call Mommy a madam."Jamie's thinking was slow. After she regained her wits, she smiled. "Well, you did well. I like it."After that, she squatted before the three children and said energetically, "Call me that again. I would like to hear it."Liora said sweetly, "Madam."Jamie nodded excitedly. "Hmm."Tyler also followed suit. "Madam, hello."Jamie nodded again. "Hmm!"Axel was shy. As such, he stood at the side and did not dare to speak up.Caroline did not force him, either. After all, there was something amiss with his mentality now. She could not force things.She then returned to the kitchen to cook while the children led Jamie to play with toys with them. *Evan sat on a sofa in a suburban villa,
As they sat down, the sound of a car engine reached them from the door.Soon, a knock came at the door."Mommy, let me get it," Tyler said as he was closest to the door. Holding a glass of water, he walked over to open it.Upon opening the door, he found an energetic old man with white hair standing there.Tyler smiled and inquired, "May I know who you're looking for?"Draco glanced down at Tyler and was momentarily stunned. Then he agitatedly asked, "Young man, who are you?"Tyler smiled and replied, "Sir, isn't it impolite to ask for the host's name the moment you arrive?""Yes!" Draco's face lit up. "You sound just like Evan!"Upon hearing that, Tyler became cautious. He was about to respond when Caroline called out to him, "Ty, who is it?"Tyler shifted his gaze toward Caroline. "It's an old man who's saying strange things."Caroline grew concerned and swiftly walked over to the entrance.When she saw Draco, her heart raced. She already had to be wary of Evan, and now Dr
Draco narrowed his eyes. "You're an exception!""Thank you for your compliment." Caroline did not stand on ceremony.Draco then looked upstairs. "Let's talk about the kid."Caroline looked at him vigilantly. "What right do you have to ask about my kid?" Draco's face turned hideous. "That child looks very much like Evan!""It doesn't mean that he's Evan's child!" Caroline retorted coldly.Drano scoffed. "Fine! You can be stubborn. But you can't fake their DNA!"Listen. If that child is Evan's, I won't let the child live with a woman like you! We'll get the child's custody!"Caroline felt anxious upon hearing that, her palms becoming sweaty.If Evan discovered the truth, she could handle it. Yet, if Draco found out, she might have no options left.She would never allow Draco to separate her from her child.All of a sudden, they heard the door opening.Caroline and Draco swiftly looked over and saw Scott enter in a rush, holding the newly purchased vegetables.Caroline was b
Caroline felt relieved thinking about it. Her sons were remarkable. She was thankful and proud.Suddenly, a faint knock came from upstairs. Everyone looked up immediately.Before they could react, they heard Kenny's cries. "Let... Let go of me..."Caroline's heart raced. She hurried upstairs.The three children wanted to follow, but Scott stopped them.On the second floor, Caroline found Jamie sitting on Kenny, gripping him tightly.She kept muttering, "Go to hell! Now!"Kenny's face turned red as he struggled to free himself from Jamie's grip. He wanted to fight back but held himself back, knowing Caroline had brought Jamie home.Caroline rushed to them and seized Jamie's arms. "Jamie! Release Kenny now!"Jamie looked up, glaring at Caroline with bloodshot eyes. "Don't stop me! All these damned men deserve to die!""Jamie!" Caroline tried urgently. "He's not the villain you think. He's my friend. Can you let him go?""No!" Jamie yelled. She maintained her hold on Kenny's ne
Scott took four hours to complete his task. Wearily, he returned during dinnertime.Caroline fetched a glass of juice and inquired, "How did it go? Did you find any information?"Scott, shaking his head, settled onto the sofa. After taking a sip of juice, he responded, "No, I shared the photo, but there were no outcomes."Worry creased Caroline's face. "What should we do now?"Holding an uninvited mentally ill guest at home was problematic, especially with the children present.But where could they take her? The hospital? It might be impolite.Could they ask her to leave? Caroline couldn't bear to imagine the hardship Jamie might endure due to her mental condition.Kenny lay lazily on the sofa, crunching an apple. "Well, in my view, you should return her to where you found her.""No! We can't do that!"Caroline and Scott immediately rejected Kenny's suggestion.Kenny nearly choked. "So, what's the plan now?"Scott glanced at Caroline. "If it's alright with you, I can invite
Freya answered, "I believe that she has experienced severe acts of violence that led her to have a significant fear of men. The fear triggered her self-protection mechanism, which turned into anger that led her to attack males. The preliminary diagnosis is a severe mental disorder caused by excessive stress. I recommend you send her to the hospital."Caroline felt troubled. "I'm not her family, so I don't have the right to make medical decisions for her. Is there any other way to treat her condition?"Freya kept quiet for a while. "I can stay here and manage her condition with medicine for some time. However, locating her family as soon as possible will still be more appropriate."Caroline said gratefully, "Thank you, Dr. Bailey. Just name the price. I will do my best."Freya smiled. "It's fine. Dr. Wilson has already paid me."Caroline was stunned, thinking, 'Did he help her sort everything out again?'Freya looked at Caroline. "You have a good relationship with Dr. Wilson, huh?
Lily's son, Wayne Hunter, asked, "Who is this?""Don't mind who I am, Mr. Hunter. Ms. Smith is involved in an accident and is receiving treatment on the top floor of the Grand East Hospital's ward." Daniella sobbed softly. "What? Are you sure that it's my mother?" Wayne raised his voice in disbelief. "You may come and see for yourself at the Grand East Hospital if you don't believe me.""I'll report you to the police if you're deceiving me!" Wayne warned. Daniella said, "Ms. Smith is a good person, Mr. Hunter. She helped me in the past, so I'm telling you out of kindness. Please don't speak in this manner. You should be angry at the person who knew but didn't tell you earlier, right?"Daniella fully disclosed Lily's condition to Wayne, then ended the call after inciting him. She casually wiped away the false tears she had shed as part of her act. Now, she just needed to wait for the drama to unfold.-Caroline walked out of the ward to receive a stranger's call. "Hello…"
Kenny couldn't help but cuss after hearing that. "How can anyone do such a thing?"Caroline lifted her head. "So, please, let's not create a scene—"Before she could finish, a bodyguard entered the house abruptly. "Ms. Shenton, we stopped someone who was trying to force their way into the house."Caroline felt fear and wondered if it were Wayne."Bitch! Come outside right now!"Angry shouts echoed from outside, just as Caroline thought about Wayne.Kenny got up quickly. "I'll go teach him a lesson!"Caroline grabbed Kenny's shirt and urgently restrained him. "Stop it!"Kenny was furious. "G! That ungrateful jerk is here! I can't stand him insulting you like this!"Caroline stood as well. "I'll handle it, don't get involved.""No!" Kenny refused. "I'm going with you!"Caroline gave in, seeing Kenny's determination. "Promise me you won't act recklessly.""Okay!" Kenny answered. Caroline walked to the door with Kenny. Wayne lay subdued on the ground, pinned by the bodyguar
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