Alex entered the smoke-filled lounge and took a seat beside Evan. He noticed Evan's bruised mouth and bloodshot eyes just as he was about to probe for information.He remained silent, opened his liquor bottle, and poured it into his glass. "It's no fun drinking alone. Let me join you," he said, clinking his glass against Evan's.Alex finished his drink in one swift gulp and then poured another glass without a word.After a long pause, Evan finally spoke. "You're here to ask me about Caroline, aren't you?"Visibly frustrated, Alex retorted, "Am I the type of person who cares about everyone but not his best friend?"Evan smirked. "Indeed, you're not. However, that doesn't mean you're not curious.""Evan, I get that you're in a bad mood, but your words hurt," said Alex, frowning.Evan placed his glass down, calmly staring at a spot as he casually stated, "I can't forgive her for what she did.""Are you still suspicious that Caroline was behind Jamie's story being published?" asked
Caroline sneered. "Evan, you suspect that I did it just because I was with your mother? Is this beneficial to me? Did I do it just for the pleasure of seeking revenge?""Or else?" asked Evan. "I'm not a fool! Can't you investigate who did it with your capability? Why would I do it at the risk of being resented by you?"Evan scrutinized Caroline and could not see that she was lying. Noticing that Evan was quiet, Caroline said weakly, "I don't have a reason to seek revenge on you, and you didn't do anything that wronged me either. I don't resent you for not saving me five years ago because of Daniella. I just want to stay away from you!"Evan felt his heart wrench in pain upon hearing that. "Alright. Even if you're not the culprit, I would still want to ask you this. Why did you allow my mother to get onto the Ferris wheel by herself?"Caroline's gaze dimmed when the incident was brought up.She said in guilt, "I'm sorry.""Does saying sorry make up for the mistake you made? Yo
The triplets were heading to school after breakfast when they spotted Evan.The kids and Paige were taken aback."Mr. Jordan," Paige called out.Evan glanced at Paige, nodded, and then shifted his gaze to Axel."Come with me, Axel," he said.Axel gripped his bag tightly, stood with pursed lips, and avoided eye contact.Evan frowned, unable to understand Axel's hesitation. "You used to come when I told you to. Have you suddenly started disobeying after just a few days?" he asked."Axel Jordan!" Evan's voice grew colder, and he seemed displeased."Stop shouting! You always take Axel away, but he's also Mommy's child!" Liora glared at Evan.Evan narrowed his eyes. "So what if he is? I have custody, so I decide where he goes!"Liora was stunned and confused by Evan's words. She could tell he was speaking to her in an unpleasant tone.Liora clenched her top tightly as she remembered seeing Evan fail to protect her mother during the severe beating on surveillance footage. She deci
"Let's go!" Axel grabbed Evan's sleeve and said, "Let's go!"Evan's expression turned serious as he witnessed the scene. 'They're acting like I wrongly accused Caroline of causing my mother's death! Is she so good at pretending that her kids believed she sacrificed everything for my mother? If that's true, why did she let my mother ride the Ferris wheel alone?'Evan turned away, his face tense, and left the villa.-In the car.Axel looked at Evan, his disappointment evident."Mommy didn't go on the Ferris wheel because of me. I'm scared of heights! They would have all fallen to their deaths if I weren't there!"Evan's eyes narrowed at Axel's words as he pictured the scene. Still, he couldn't trust Caroline after she exposed his mother's rape incident.-Two days later, Caroline learned that Axel had been transferred to another school but didn't know which one. Luckily, Axel stayed in touch over the phone.After two days of rest, Caroline could walk, grateful she only had whi
Caroline moved her lips, preparing to say, "Very much."However, she spoke differently, saying, "We're not acquainted, so there's no reason for hate.""Really? So, you don't believe those online comments?" Casey was quite surprised."It doesn't matter if I believe them or not. But I do dislike your family a lot."Casey's expression turned solemn. "What do you mean?"Caroline chuckled, opened her eyes, and looked at Casey. "Haven't you seen my injuries? It's all because of your father!"Casey was unaware of the incident. He frowned and asked, "Could you tell me what happened?"Caroline hesitated briefly before recounting Draco's misunderstanding.Casey looked apologetic. "I'm very sorry. My father is old, and he might be taking things too far."Caroline remained silent.Casey paused momentarily before asking, "Has my youngest brother visited you? You two used to be close, as far as I know."Caroline replied, "It's unnecessary. We'll just end up arguing when he's here."Casey
Daniella turned around abruptly, ready to ask a question, when the door swung open.Yuliana appeared at the doorway, her voice tinged with displeasure. "You've got quite an attitude. Didn't you hear Grandpa calling for you?"Daniella's expression changed dramatically, and she adopted a more polite demeanor. "I'm sorry. I didn't hear because I was on a call earlier. Does Grandpa need something from me?""Can't he call for you if there's nothing urgent?" Yuliana grumbled.Danielle smiled and replied, "No worries. Let's go meet Grandpa downstairs.""No need!" Yuliana crossed her arms, leaning against the door.Daniella observed Yuliana's posture and asked patiently, "Is there something you'd like to discuss?""Yes! Are you going to invite me into your room?" Yuliana glanced at the sofa.Daniella stepped aside. "Please come in."Yuliana entered the bedroom and sat down with an air of arrogance.A hint of disgust flickered in Daniella's eyes, but she maintained a forced smile. "Go
Yuliana sat on the sofa once again. "Can you tell me what the matter is now?""Clear Casey's name of the accusation that he raped Evan's mother!" said Daniella. "No! I won't help you to make things difficult for Evan!" Yuliana rejected it without any hesitation. "Is Evan going to marry you? Even if you don't do this, he still won't regard you highly! I've already made my point. Go home and think about it. The advantage of doing this outweighs the disadvantage."Yuliana barked, "You're trying to make me look bad to Evan! I won't do it!""So you value Evan more than your father, huh?" Daniella said mockingly."Hey!" Yuliana glared at Daniella. Daniella approached with a smile, sat beside Yuliana, and gently held her hand. "Don't worry. The family business will be yours if you can complete this task, not my brother's. I'm not interested in the family business either."Yuliana looked at Daniella in disbelief. After a moment, she said, "You have feelings for Casey, huh?""Yes! T
"I have no idea!" Alex was confused. Paige said, "Pick up the call and see if Carol's okay."Alex nodded, accepted the call, and put it on speaker. "How can I help you, Caroline?" Alex asked. Carol said, "Mr. Pierce, I would like you to explain to me about the termination of the factory's lease."Paige and Alex widened their eyes in surprise. 'Lease termination?'Paige looked at Alex in astonishment while Alex's heart was racing. He said, "That can't be right! I have never expected this to happen!"Caroline said, "Mr. Pierce, we previously agreed on the six-month lease. You have to keep your promise!"Alex's expression turned serious. "I will find out more about the situation. Don't panic. I'll get back to you tomorrow!"Caroline said, "Sure!"Paige glared at Alex. "Don't you dare tell me that you're unaware of this!"Alex was drained. "I'm unaware of this, for real!""You leased the factory to Carol and told me that the factory is yours. Yet, you're telling me that yo