"They are not my children!" Evan explained. Liora clutched Tyler's hand tightly, turned, and said softly, "Look, Daddy is not only a scumbag but also an idiot!"Tyler did not utter a word, but he pondered as he stared at Evan's lips. Draco was shocked. "So, you've done your investigation, huh?"Evan was about to answer when Draco scoffed. "Never thought you'd be self-proclaimed clever! Tyler looks so similar to you, yet you're telling me that he's not your child?"Evan appeared agitated. "What kind of error do you think the DNA test can have?"Draco took a sip of his coffee. "It's not difficult for people to mislead us in fear that we'd take custody of the children. Hence, I got someone to purchase DNA testing equipment to confirm if they are the descendants of our family!"'Custody?' Evan narrowed his eyes. 'Could it be that Caroline commissioned someone to tamper with the DNA result?'It was actually possible in view of her connections these days!Evan said, "When will the
"There are other ways as well. You can be with Evan," Neil said. 'Will I only be able to see my children by being with Evan?' she wondered.Caroline forced a bitter smile, struggling to let go of her past resentments.-The following afternoon, Alex visited Evan at MK. He smirked the moment he entered and saw Evan's face."Evan, you've actually stooped so low that you got in a fight with someone? Who was the strong one?" Alex asked. Evan looked at Alex. "You talk too much."Alex suppressed his smile and sat on the sofa. "Let me take a guess! Uh… Was it Neil?"Evan's face turned solemn. "I don't mind meeting up with your father to have a talk if you find that you're too bored at work!""I'm trying to help you to strategize, you see. Stop being so heartless," Alex said. Evan sneered. "Do I need you to strategize for me?"Alex said, "You don't… of course. Speaking of which, there are plenty of good quality men around Caroline."Evan lost his patience. "Get out of here if yo
They selected a fancy restaurant. Once they were seated, Daniella handed her business card to the man. "Here's my card. I'm Daniella Love."He accepted her card with a faint smile. "Ah, you're the chairwoman of YN, the newly-founded company.""It's nothing special," Daniella replied, tucking a strand of hair behind her ear. "May I know your name?""I am Casey Jordan."'Casey... Jordan?' Daniella was taken aback. 'Evan's older brother, Casey?'She recalled her grandfather mentioning Casey once in the past.When Casey noticed Daniella's shocked expression, a hint of contempt briefly crossed his seemingly friendly eyes."Is something wrong, Ms. Love?" Casey asked."No, it's just... a coincidence," Daniella said, snapping back to reality.-Meanwhile, Caroline was in a meeting with the sales and planning departments at TYC.The sales manager reported, "Our sales revenue has exceeded 100,000,000 dollars since the launch of our new product, Ms. Shenton. We'll soon initiate the s
Caroline felt her heart break at the sight of workers sitting on the floor, shocked by the factory fire."They need time to recover, and finding new jobs won't be easy after this," Caroline said.Naomi nodded in agreement.Caroline took action, directing her bodyguards to assist injured workers to the nearby hospital and preventing journalists from documenting the incident. She stayed with the injured workers, discussing compensation.-At MK.Reuben burst into Evan's office."Mr. Jordan, Ms. Shenton's company is facing a crisis!" Reuben placed a tablet in front of Evan, showing a video of the factory fire.Evan's expression turned grave as he watched the fierce fire and thick black smoke in the sky."What's the situation?" he asked."We don't know the fire's cause yet, but the injured workers have been taken to the hospital. Ms. Shenton is handling it well," Reuben replied.Evan's furrowed brows finally relaxed. He had forgotten that he had trained her for three years. She
"Noted," said the woman. "Be careful and avoid getting caught," Daniella reminded casually."I know my limits," replied the woman before ending the call.Daniella threw the phone onto the table, clearly frustrated.'It's just a simple reminder. If you're caught, it's not my concern,' she thought.As long as Caroline didn't gain control over her, Daniella had no interest in others' survival. She had her own tasks ahead.'Casey…' She blushed at the thought of Casey.He was much better than Evan. Despite Casey being over 40 years old, he was on par with male celebrities!She would stop caring about Evan if she could earn Casey's favor. She knew Draco favored his oldest son, too. Also, teaming up with Casey would make beating Caroline a breeze.Daniella laughed with excitement as she scrolled through TYC-related posts.Suddenly, one post captured Daniella's attention.[Holy cow! TYC's female owner is actually my uncle's daughter! She has struck gold!]'Uncle?' Confusion shadow
Naomi calmly remarked, "Ms. Shenton, I'm just assessing the situation objectively."Caroline, visibly mad, retorted, "It also depends on the person! Don't you think I know what kind of person Kenny is?"Naomi fell silent and stared at Caroline.Caroline realized her anger had flared up too quickly, especially after the silence settled in the room."I apologize, Naomi. I appreciate your analysis, but today is overwhelming for me. However, Kenny isn't like that, and I hope you can trust him as much as I do."Naomi nodded. "I understand, Ms. Shenton. I'll do my best to connect with him."Caroline nodded in return. "You can head home now.""Alright."As Naomi left the office, Caroline massaged her temples, feeling drained.-It was midnight, and Caroline had fallen asleep on the desk.Suddenly, a tall figure appeared at the office entrance. He quietly entered and noticed a small blanket on the sofa. Casually, he unfolded it and then approached Caroline, gently covering her.His
Draco took the report, turned to the last page, and frowned upon reading, "The alleged father is excluded as the biological father of the tested child.""How is this possible?" he exclaimed.The doctor also found it strange because Evan and Tyler looked very similar, yet they didn't share a father-son relationship. Nevertheless, he couldn't find any error in his test results. He had double-checked and was the first to receive the report.The doctor said hesitantly, "It's possible that they simply resemble each other—""Say no more. Bodyguard!" Draco interrupted angrily.The bodyguard by the door entered promptly.Draco gritted his teeth and ordered, "Send the children home!"Bernard asked, "You're quite fond of these two children, sir. Won't you let them stay a bit longer?""For what? Do I appear to be the type who raises someone else's children without reason?" Draco shouted.Bernard nodded and said, "You're right, sir. We'll send them away immediately.""Yes, sir!" the body
Draco had informed Casey that Evan's son had spent the previous night there, so the blood must belong to Axel.Casey walked toward the bathroom, and Axel panicked when he heard his footsteps. He didn't want anyone to discover his nosebleed, especially his busy father. He didn't want Evan to worry about him.Casey arrived at the bathroom entrance, where he noticed the bloody water in the basin and the blood on Axel's pale face.Axel was startled and stepped back, covering his nose when he saw Casey. He tried to stay calm and asked, "Who are you?"Casey blinked, and the coldness in his eyes disappeared. He now looked concerned and asked, "You're Evan's son, right? What happened to you?"Axel stared at Casey, unable to comprehend how his earlier intense gaze had faded so rapidly.Axel fibbed, "I tripped and hit my nose.""Should we get a doctor to check it?" Casey asked."No," Axel declined, pretending as if nothing was amiss. He proceeded to rinse his nose again.Casey briefly e
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