Evan sneered. "Would I allow that to happen? I'll be well-prepared."Alex exclaimed, "You might be the only one willing to send your father to prison for a woman."Evan's gaze turned cold. "Does he even deserve to be a father? I don't think so!" Alex was rendered speechless.Alex felt bad for his best friend. 'In all honesty, Evan has a point. Draco has never shown any fatherly love to him. He's been using Evan all along. Now that Casey has joined the company, he might take Evan's position in the future.'-Yuliana started her newly-rented car to follow Scott outside the hospital. She noticed Scott suddenly stop in an alleyway after following him for some time.Yuliana reached for her phone, ready to exit the car, and saw a man in a cap emerge from the alleyway.Scott said something to the man, who nodded. They both entered the alley.Yuliana left her car and followed them.Scott and the man entered a run-down building. Yuliana sent the GPS location to Neil and then follo
Naomi was shocked. "All three of them?""Are you out of your mind? Do you want to offend Evan? Do I look like I want to get myself killed?" Daniella scolded Naomi.Naomi frowned. "Evan is close to Caroline. If he discovers you've hurt Caroline's children, he'll be furious, too.""I can't be bothered anymore! That Tyler kid made me a laughingstock! He has to go!"Naomi looked at Daniella in silence.She sensed that Daniella might have some psychological issues but couldn't bring herself to say it.-After parting ways, Naomi returned to the company.Caroline had already gone back to work after her recovery.Naomi went to Caroline's office with a folder.She knocked and entered, handing the folder to Caroline. "Please review this document, Ms. Shenton."Caroline glanced at it. "Is this for training?"Naomi nodded. "The secretaries currently lack the necessary skills, so a training session would be beneficial."Naomi smiled. "I take my role seriously."Caroline signed the do
"Lia, I'll play with you in a few hours when I'm done with work," Axel promised.Liora walked over to the laptop and sighed, perplexed by what she saw on the screen."I can't play with you as much now. It's important to spend more time with me," Liora said.Puzzled, Axel asked, "Why don't you have time?"Tyler turned and asked with a raised eyebrow, "Isn't it a good thing that the naughty kid isn't going to bother us anymore?"Liora's eyes widened in shock. "Bad Tyler! Do you even realize what nonsense you're talking about?"Tyler shrugged. "Where will you go if you don't have much time? You'll still be coming home every day, right?"Liora sat cross-legged on the floor, fuming. "Mommy told me she's enrolling me in an arts class soon!""Arts class? That suits Liora," Axel remarked.Tyler taunted, "She's tone-deaf."Axel defended, "But she can draw."Tyler teased, "Her cat drawings look more like abstract art."Axel countered, "She can learn a musical instrument."Tyler chuc
Evan had just arrived at Bayview Villa when his phone rang. His expression turned cold when he noticed Casey calling. Without hesitation, he hung up.However, Casey called again as he opened the car door. Evan lost his patience and shouted, "Speak if you want to get yourself killed, Casey!"Casey took his time to reply. "Why are you still so angry at me after spending so much time with me, my little brother?""I won't find peace as long as you're alive!" Evan shouted.Casey chuckled. "Hehehe. Just wanted to inform you that the executives weren't pleased with your attitude earlier." "Do I need to please them?" Evan asked.Casey said, "You really can't control your temper, Evan. You're going to lose everything if you keep this up.""Get lost! Don't make me say it again!" Evan was livid.Casey said, "How can I leave? I'm going to watch you lose your authority. Then I'll be pleased. I remember how terrible you looked when you knelt before our father the other day. I'd like to see
Evan and Caroline had argued because of the amulet.Evan frowned and advised, "Lia, it's best not to wear that. It might be unclean. If you want a necklace, I'll get you one."Liora rejected his offer, saying, "No! I like this one! I had a dream when I wore it!"Intrigued, Evan asked, "What kind of dream was that?"Liora sweetly smiled. "I dreamt of playing with a fairy and a beautiful woman. They had a white puppy, and I loved playing with it!"Evan was skeptical, thinking, 'How does the dream connect to wearing the amulet?'"Do you have this dream often?" Evan asked.Liora nodded. "I've had the same dream every night since I started wearing the amulet. I remember it well. It's just that… I don't understand what the fairy and the woman say."Evan found Liora's statement strange but chose not to press further when he saw her happy.He wondered, 'Why didn't Caroline discuss Liora's education with me? Even though I'm not discussing Liora as her father, Caroline shouldn't make de
"Ah… Sure," Eira answered hesitantly. Noticing something amiss, Caroline asked, "What's happening?"Eira sounded guilty as she hastily said, "Nothing! I'm busy putting away the children's toys. I need to end the call now.""Sure," Caroline replied.After hanging up, Eira rushed upstairs in fear and told Axel and Tyler, "It's over! Your mom is coming home, but Lia isn't home yet. What should I do?"The children's expressions changed drastically, and Axle quickly texted Evan.Meanwhile, Evan was on his way back to drop Liora home.He didn't notice his phone vibrating as he was engrossed in conversation with Liora.Since Evan didn't reply, Axel tried calling, but Evan didn't pick up.Axel put down his phone with a frown, saying, "Daddy probably didn't notice."Tyler added, "He's probably on his way back. He couldn't hear the call because he was busy with Lia.""Will they meet Carol when they arrive?" Eira asked, sounding concerned.Tyler leaned against the chair calmly and re
Evan swiftly turned, gripping Caroline's hand as he led her up the stairs. Caroline strained to free herself and exclaimed, "Evan, we can talk right here! No need to go upstairs!"But Evan remained steadfast and headed to her room. After closing the door behind them, Evan asked, "I thought you had something to tell me. Why are you introducing superstitions to the child at such a young age?"Rubbing her sore wrist, Caroline retorted, "I don't owe you an explanation!"Evan's brow furrowed. "Don't jeopardize a child's future out of spite, Caroline!""Am I really jeopardizing a child's future? You have no clue what happened after Lia returned from the graveyard the other day!" Caroline shot back.Evan asked, "What happened?"Caroline reluctantly explained Liora's condition during those two days.Evan was taken aback and asked with a serious expression, "Why didn't you tell me sooner?"Caroline countered, "Would it have made a difference? You'd still doubt me like today, possibl
No one would dare to enter Rill Park in the middle of the night during a heavy downpour!Neil clenched his phone tightly, his eyes filled with anger. 'It must've been Draco! I have the proof now, but I still need a witness. I've got to find one!' Neil thought.-Three days later, on Saturday.Paige called Caroline to accompany her to a prenatal checkup. Caroline entrusted the kids to Eira and rushed to meet Paige. As soon as Paige hopped into the car, she began venting her frustration. "I'm so annoyed, Carol! Alex takes great care of me, but he was already out even before the sun was up now that his friend is returning!"Caroline asked, "Did he mention his friend's name?"Paige pouted. "I think so, but I can't remember clearly. Someone named Lucas or something."A name clicked in Caroline's mind. "Lucas Jensen.""That's it! He said this guy just returned from abroad," Paige explained.Caroline wasn't too interested in Evan's friend. "Let it go. I'll come with you to the
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