Caroline was startled by the commotion behind her. By the time she looked behind, Jamie had already shoved her away and clutched Evan's throat. She pinned Evan on the bed and shouted ferociously, "It's you! It's all you! You ruined me! I want you dead!"Caroline was terrified and hastily threw away the chicken soup in her hand to stop Jamie. "Jamie! It's Evan! Let go of him!"Evan did not move, and his face flushed from the suffocation. His eyes were filled with pain and sorrow as he said with great effort, "Don't hurt her!"Caroline ignored him and continued to hold onto Jamie. "Calm down, please? Evan's ribs are broken! Don't pin him down with your legs!"Yet, Jamie disregarded Caroline, so the latter called for help. Soon, the nurses came and called for the doctor after witnessing the situation in the room. The doctor came with a sedative and injected Jamie with it. Jamie lost her strength gradually and collapsed next to Evan. The doctor rushed over to check on Evan,
Naomi said, "Yes, he is waiting in the reception area. Would you like me to bring him in?"Caroline immediately stood up. "Please send him in now!"Naomi headed out to bring in the guest while Caroline prepared drinks. She must be diligent for TYC's first collaborative project. Joseph Gull entered, and Caroline held out her hand to him. "Hello, Mr. Gull."Joseph smiled and shook Caroline's hand. "Your office has a very warm ambiance, Ms. Shenton."Caroline said, "Thank you for your compliment."They both sat on the sofa, where Caroline poured Joseph a cup of coffee. "Please drink, Mr. Gull."Joseph said, "Thank you. I'm here today to check on your opinion on the students' summer school uniform."Caroline said, "Frankly, it's my first time designing a school uniform. So, I would like to listen to your opinion, too."Joseph looked at Caroline in astonishment because she was the first person who sought his opinion.He did not answer immediately but said, "Tell me about your und
Caroline was about to speak when Kenny said, "Nah, you can still take care of him as a friend. He got hurt because of you anyway."Caroline was relieved. "Alright, don't be standing there. Wash your hands for dinner.""Ah, go ahead. Don't be doing anything naughty with him," reminded Kenny. Caroline glared at him. "Please stop your dangerous thoughts!"-Ten minutes later, Caroline packed the food, picked up the car key, and told the children, "I'm going out to visit someone. Listen to Uncle Kenny and Grandma."Caroline left before the three children could react. After dinner, the triplets ran upstairs, shut the door, and talked. Tyler frowned. "I'm sure that Mommy is out to visit scumbag Daddy tonight."Axel hugged Liora's doll tightly. "I would like to visit Daddy too."Liora sat cross-legged and said, "Let her visit then. It's no biggie."Tyler and Axel looked at Liora in unison. Tyler said suspiciously, "Something is different with you, Lia."Liora's expression stiff
Caroline knew that Evan could never say anything pleasant. She packed up the container and said, "You can choose not to eat if you don't want to!"'I wouldn't need to cook for you then because I'm busy too!' she thought.Sensing Caroline's agitation, Evan raised an eyebrow and asked, "Are you displeased?"Caroline placed the food container loudly. "I'm very busy, you know? It's already good I can cook for you. Can you not nitpick?"Evan pulled Caroline's arm with a smile. She was caught off guard and fell into his arms. She raised her head in astonishment and looked into Evan's enticing eyes. Evan smiled, leaned over, and whispered into Caroline's ear, "I'm joking. I love the food."Caroline blushed and was about to push Evan away and stand up when the door suddenly opened. They both turned to see Reuben standing in the doorway, looking surprised."I… I'm sorry for bothering you!" He shut the door swiftly after that. Evan's expression turned solemn while Caroline moved aw
"Carol cares about people. You've been working for her all this time. Doesn't she care about you? Or are you not fond of people showing care for you? You might find that it's rare for someone to care about you."Naomi replied briefly, "I don't need that!"Naomi believed Caroline cared for her only because she was her subordinate and capable of organizing Caroline's important matters well.Caroline would not have cared about her if she lacked the capability!Moreover, she had no need for such hypocrisy!Jamie thought and said, "You need it. Because you're a good person, and a good person deserves to be happy."Naomi was stunned. "How can you tell that I'm a good person?"Jamie picked up the tablet. "Because you gave me this."Naomi darted a look at Jamie and scoffed in her heart. 'So you think I'm a good person just because of a tablet? That's so naive!'Naomi did not speak anymore and returned to her work. Unfortunately, she was distracted from work for the rest of the day b
TYC's pre-order number was more than twice MK's in just a few hours. It caused a great sensation in the fashion industry. The people speculated MK's ability to maintain its leading position in the fashion industry. A journalist hurried to TYC to conduct a solo interview with Caroline.Caroline agreed to the interview and asked her assistant, Josie Gardner, to escort the journalist to the reception room, where they would meet.The journalist, Paxton Parker, stood up and shook Caroline's hand as soon as she entered. "Thank you for taking the time to do this today, Ms. Shenton."Caroline said with a faint smile, "It's fine. Please take a seat."Paxton asked after sitting down, "We shall begin the recording soon. It's a live-streamed interview. We hope that you don't mind, Ms. Shenton."Caroline frowned because she had not been notified prior. However, she nodded. Paxton nodded to the cameraman and began the interview officially. Paxton asked, "Ms. Shenton, TYC has only be
Alex burst into the room dramatically, clutching his phone and gasping for breath between fits of laughter."Evan, you have to see Caroline's live stream. I can't stop laughing. She said you're pestering her…"Alex's smile froze as he met Evan's stern look and intense gaze.Alex glanced at Evan's tablet. 'Oh no, I'm in trouble!'Evan's expression was tense as he asked in rage, "Is that funny?"Alex's expression turned serious. "Not funny at all! Caroline has gone too far! You are so good to her! How could she say something like this? She shouldn't have said that even if she did it to defend her reputation!"Alex approached Evan and continued. "Evan, I think it's time for you to think this through! I believe Caroline has no feelings for you anymore. It would be best for you to marry someone else soon to piss her off!"Evan narrowed his eyes and thought about Alex's remark about defending the company's reputation. 'Perhaps the journalist went too far, and she had no choice but t
Caroline wanted to speak, but Evan said, "Caroline, can you swear you don't have any feelings for me?"Caroline felt her heart wrench in pain as she listened to Evan's angry remark tainted with inferiority.However, she knew their fateful connection would have to come to an end!Suppressing her pain, Caroline said, "I came to the hospital to return the favor, Evan. It's unnecessary to swear, but it's me who can't stand our relationship. Do you understand that?""I don't! Why do you get to step back in a relationship so casually? What do you take me for?"Caroline leaned against the chair weakly. "What do I take you for? Have you questioned yourself about what you take me for then? You regarded me as your mistress five years ago and searched for me frantically only after you discovered I had saved your life."What if you were still clueless about the incident? You'd still be in a loving relationship with Daniella now, right? Haven't you noticed you don't love me? You love the pers
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