"Father!" someone shouted not far away after the female worker's remark.Caroline and the elderly man turned their heads to see a middle-aged man in a suit and leather shoes hurrying towards them, looking nervous.Caroline was taken aback when she saw the man, wondering, 'Is that Joseph Gull from Merlin School?'She recognized him from her search for schools for her children. He was the principal of an internationally renowned school that included elementary, middle, and high schools.Joseph approached the elderly man anxiously and asked, "Father, why did you come here alone?"Sam Gull smiled warmly and replied, "I decided to take a leisurely stroll and check out the newly imported materials for our children's school clothes."Joseph smiled and sighed. "Father, you could have left this to me.""That's not necessary," Sam interrupted Joseph. "I've already found a suitable fashion company."With a grin, Sam turned his attention to Caroline and asked, "Miss, would your company be
As soon as Kenny said that, Alex suddenly got up and took another seat.There was only a vacant seat beside Evan now.At the same time, Alex patted the vacant chair beside him and asked Paige to sit beside him.Kenny glared at Alex. "You did it on purpose, didn't you?" Alex laughed it off. "I can't get the air-con there. I'm feeling too hot, so I changed my seat."Kenny's lips twitched as he scolded, "You motherfucking did it on purpose! You want Caroline to sit there!"Alex looked at him provocatively. "Why don't you change your seat instead?"Kenny cursed softly, "Fuck! I won't let Caroline suffer if Alisa isn't here."Evan glared at Kenny upon hearing that.Feeling the cold, Kenny shuddered but stubbornly refused to admit defeat. He snorted before he fell silent.Caroline was put in a dilemma. She pushed Paige. "Go ahead. I'll sit here."Paige stopped glaring at Alex. "Got it. Don't fight with Mr. Jordan."At that time, music was played for the runway show. Its noise gr
Two gunshots echoed immediately after that.Caroline screamed frightfully.However, Evan kept a stern expression as he took hold of Caroline's arms and guided her to sit on the floor.The surrounding guests started running away, shoving and pushing chairs. The chairs then knocked against people. Evan held Caroline tightly in his arms and spoke calmly. "Don't be scared. I'll get you out of here!"Alex's scream came from behind. "Evan! Watch your back!"Evan immediately turned around and saw a thin man trying to stab them with a sharp knife. Thus, Evan pulled Caroline up and quickly protected her behind him.The man with the knife slashed Evan's arm.Caroline widened her eyes and screamed, "Evan!"The attacker shouted crazily, "Fuck! You guys must die! I want to kill all fucking capitalists like you!"Evan looked indifferent as he covered his arm and kicked the attacker's chest before the latter could slash him again.Consequently, the attacker fell head first.Evan's bodygu
Alex frowned and said grumpily, "Hey, you weren't looking at Caroline so coldly!"Evan looked at him disdainfully. "Don't disgust me."Alex smiled. "I'm just joking. How about this? Let me tell you something since you're hurt."Evan became somber. "Don't beat around the bush. Talk!"Alex said, "Caroline is going to celebrate Paige's birthday with her tomorrow at Starry Campsite. Dude, I risk being dumped by telling you this."Evan asked, "Is that all?"Alex looked at him suspiciously. "Aren't you going?"Evan remained silent and turned to get out of the car, leaving Alex behind.Thus, Alex was confused. -When Evan was back at Villa Rosa, he saw Axel dozing off in the living room. "Why aren't you in bed?"Axel immediately opened his eyes when he heard Evan's voice. "I was waiting for you."Evan said, "It's late. You should be in bed. I'll go with you tomorrow to see your mother."Axel was stunned. Before he reacted, Evan added, "Don't turn me down or tell her!"Axel pu
Kenny said, "Fine! Don't forget what you said. If not, you'll be hurt again."Caroline nodded and went upstairs to her children's room.Neil was still telling a story to the children softly when he saw Caroline come in. He immediately shushed her.After that, he put the book down and quietly walked out of the room. He closed the door and asked in concern, "Carol, you're pale. What happened?"Caroline touched her face and replied honestly, "Nothing. It's just that there was a criminal at the exhibition.""A criminal?" Nail raised his voice and inspected her, holding her arms. "Are you hurt?"Caroline pressed his arms down. "Neil, I'm fine. Don't worry. I was just scared."Neil sighed in relief. "I'm glad to hear that. You scared me."Caroline smiled before she became serious. "Neil, the next week is approaching."Neil's face sank. "I know. I'll organize Grandpa's birthday party and expose Daniella's vulgarity to everyone." Caroline was still worried about that affair. "Neil,
An hour later, Caroline reached the campsite with the children first.Starry Campsite was a spacious campsite with a lot of entertainment activities. When they walked past the horse-riding ground, Liora pointed at the pony and exclaimed, "Mommy, can I ride this pony?"Caroline held Liora's hand and walked slowly. "Sure, but we have to wait for your godmother to come first.""She's here." Tyler suddenly spoke up and looked ahead.Caroline looked over and saw Paige trot over while holding Alex's hand, greeting them enthusiastically.When Paige reached Caroline and the children, she gasped for breath and said, "We're not late, are we?""Yes, you're not late, but a bit slow." Tyler smiled elegantly and mocked Paige.Paige glared at him. "You're just like your father!"When she made that statement, Alex looked at Tyler with confusion. The latter had just stopped smiling.Alex wondered, 'He behaves like Evan and doesn't take after Neil at all.'When Caroline noticed Alex staring
Paige angrily stepped on Alex's feet. "I know what you're thinking!"Alex grimaced as he rubbed the back of his feet. "Can you be more gentle?""Oh, you're disgusted by me now, huh?" Paige raised her voice. "Yeah, that's who I am. Why do you ask me to change?"And stop pestering me if you prefer gentle women more. Pug, don't make me mad today!"When Alex successfully diverted Paige's attention, he immediately smiled apologetically. "Okay, I'm wrong. Come. Let me hug you." Paige pouted and snorted before throwing herself into his arms. Their little scene rendered Caroline and Evan speechless.Evan felt a surge of disdain as he turned around and grabbed the tongs from Caroline. "Allow me," he said.Feeling uncomfortable, Caroline quietly moved to the other side to enjoy some fruit.-The triplets were sitting in the tent face-to-face. Liora had her arms crossed as she stared at Axel solemnly. "Axel, you're going to be a traitor now, aren't you?" Axel could only explain s
Just as Liora was thinking about how to apologize, Olivia had already approached Evan. "Hey handsome, let me help you with the fire," she said shyly. Evan stared at Olivia suspiciously. Before he could say anything, she grabbed Evan's hand. Evan immediately retracted his hand and looked at Olivia unhappily. He warned her coldly, "Don't touch me!" Olivia looked at Evan even more shyly. She raised her hand and patted his arm lightly. "Oh, you don't have to be so polite around me. I understand." Evan frowned. "What are you talking about?" Olivia was blushing so much that her face was almost as red as a tomato. She pursed her lips to suppress her smile and nudged Evan with her body. "You know. I accept your feelings, so you don't have to act shy around me." Evan was rendered speechless. Seeing this scene, Caroline and the others were also stunned. What was going on? Paige exclaimed, "Oh my god! The boss oozes so much charm that he's somehow attracted a random woman to com
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