Brandon then turned and ran back to his room with his tail between his legs. Caroline looked at Jamie and thanked her.Jamie raised her fists. "Carol, don't worry. I'll keep an eye on them when you go to work tomorrow."Caroline didn't feel like talking much. She just nodded and walked over to Liora. When she noticed Liora's puffy, red eyes, she embraced her with a heavy heart.Freya reassured them, saying, "She's okay. Just some of her hair got pulled out."Caroline was overcome by heart-wrenching pain, struggling to catch her breath. She stroked Liora's head tenderly and admitted, "Sweetheart, I couldn't protect you."Liora buried her tearful face in Caroline's arms, clutching her clothes tightly. "Mommy... I don't want to see that mean man anymore. I want him to go away. I hate him."Liora's sobs wracked her body.Caroline held back her anger and consoled her, "Hmm, I promise. I'll make them leave in the next couple of days, okay?"Liora sobbed and nodded silently, ponderi
Jamie simply let out an "Oh" before slowly taking out a kitchen knife and approaching them again. "I'll chop everyone up if no one admits to it."The Shentons widened their eyes frightfully.In the next second, their screams filled the villa as they tried to outdo one another and ran out of Brandon's room.-At night, Kenny returned while yawning repeatedly. When he saw the vacant living room, he was stupefied. 'Did G drive those people out?'Soon, that thought was dispelled by Gigi, who ran downstairs. As Gigi walked past him, she abruptly halted. She observed him scornfully and remarked, "Such a shameless man, living in someone else's home!"Kenny was baffled since he was scolded out of the blue. He went forward and grabbed her. "Who were you talking about?""You!" Gigi answered. "Bah! Fucking foreigner! If it weren't for you, your room would be mine!"Kenny laughed. "Yours, right? Fine!"After that, he walked to the storeroom to get a wooden broom and started chasing
Brandon was over the moon. "Mom, we'll take this. I'll sell it to someone." Jade said, "Fine! I'll leave this to you. Your father and I will handle the jewelry.""Let's make it quick. We should set off after breakfast," Brandon suggested. The Shentons nodded one after another. They walked out of the study to go downstairs and cook breakfast.They all squeezed into the kitchen to save time. Unexpectedly, Jamie was staring at them as she slowly walked into the kitchen. Gregory had just finished frying eggs. He wanted to serve the dish but bumped into someone when he turned around.He was so scared that he nearly dropped the plate. As such, he looked up and wanted to see who the insensible person was.When he saw Jamie, he dropped the plate in fear. The crisp sound of the plate falling on the floor subconsciously made Brandon and Jade turn around.They shuddered upon seeing Jamie and quickly retreated to a corner.After Gregory snapped back to his senses, he screamed and r
Caroline scoffed. "When did I trick you? You guys took my belongings without my permission. That's theft."What's more, a company's confidential documents are extremely valuable. This amounts to corporate espionage, as you intended to sell them."Jade pushed Brandon aside and confronted Caroline with anger. "Did you witness us taking it?""I didn't have to witness it," Caroline replied calmly. "There's something called a surveillance system."Jade's expression changed, but after a moment, she recalled there were no surveillance cameras in Caroline's study or cloakroom.'She's probably trying to test me,' Jade thought."Surveillance system, huh?" Jade placed her hands on her hips. "Well then, show it to me! If you can't provide evidence, I'll make sure you pay for falsely accusing me!"Caroline turned to the police and requested, "Please show them the surveillance footage I gave you."A police officer nodded and retrieved a tablet, displaying the footage for the Shentons.Upon
John said excitedly, "Ms. Shenton, you should check out the hot topics properly. Someone interviewed our factory workers!""Interview?" Caroline was stunned and took out her phone to check.The second hot topic became popular during the few minutes she walked into the company just now.[Shocking! How does the CEO of TYC Fashion treat her employees?]Caroline clicked on the video and watched it carefully. She found Caleb and all the factory workers raising their compensation contracts in front of the camera.They told the reporters how Caroline aided them financially when they were hospitalized and lost their jobs. There were endless good comments about the video. A lot of people encouraged others to buy clothes from TYC Fashion.Hence, TYC Fashion's sales increased more than thrice in a brief time.Caroline felt a surge of relief, thinking, 'Finally, everything is falling into place.'The repairs on her original factory had begun, doubling her clothing production. Simultaneou
Caroline felt like she had received a fatal blow. She then asked bitterly, "Your team didn't cause our company any real loss. Why did you do that?"She did not know what she should say to thank Kenny's earnest sacrifices to the company. Although Kenny was a playboy, he was strict in choosing women to satisfy his needs.All the women he was with looked like his first love. Even if the other women were pretty, he would not be interested in them. Alisa did not resemble his first love at all, and she was at such an age.He might have struggled hard internally before leaving Angelbay City.No wonder he lied to Caroline that his mother was going to get married before he went abroad.Kenny snorted. "Well, I didn't force myself."Caroline sighed. "Alright, I'll attend the exhibition with you."-Caroline picked up the children in the evening. During the car ride, Liora appeared dejected. "Mommy, I don't want to go home."Caroline felt very sorry for Liora when she saw the deep u
Draco scoffed. "She's just a vixen who seduces men with her charms.""Father!" Casey sighed. "I don't think she's how you picture her to be. I bumped into her twice. She is a gentle and beautiful woman."Draco frowned. "Casey, did you fall for her?""Father, I won't snatch the woman Evan likes," Casey answered indifferently but exposed disappointment in his eyes.Feeling upset, Draco clenched the cup in his hand. "She's just a cheap and vulgar woman. I'll never allow her to be a part of the Jordan family. If you like her, you can fool her around. But never dream of marrying her!"Casey asked, "Father, what's her relationship with Evan?"Draco snorted. "They aren't together. She's just a mistress he once had."After that, he squinted and looked at Casey. "Casey, don't fall for such a woman.""Father, I'm sorry, but I may let you down," Casey whispered. Draco snarled, "There are so many women in the world! Why can't you forget about that vixen?""Father, I don't believe in lov
Caroline was stunned. 'Tomorrow? Oh, yeah. It is Paige's birthday!'She confessed guiltily, "I'm sorry that I nearly forgot about your birthday. How are you going to celebrate it this time around?"Paige said, "You're so busy that you forget about me. How are you going to make it up to me?" Caroline pondered briefly. "Why don't we go to Starry Campsite? I'll call them and ask them to prepare the tent and barbecue for us.""Sure!" Paige agreed to it. "We can discuss the details tonight.""Okay." After hanging, the two children smiled at Caroline. Liora chuckled. "Mommy, can I tag along?"Caroline smiled and answered, "Of course! I'm going to ask for leave for you and Ty. I'll take you out for fun."She had been so busy these days that she ignored the children. Now that she could finally relax, she should take them out for some fun."Oh, yeah!" Liora excitedly pecked Caroline's face."You like playing so much." Tyler smiled and purposely complained about Liora. Liora sno
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