Caroline thought Kenny was coming, but to her surprise, it was Scott who walked in. He had a grocery bag in hand and turned his head toward the dining room.He showed the bag to Caroline and asked, "Mind if I join you for dinner with some fruit?"Caroline hadn't expected Scott's sudden arrival. She quickly got up and asked, "What brings you here?"Scott replied, "I thought you might be home with the children, so I decided to drop by and visit them."Caroline nodded and led Scott into the dining room. The children all looked at Scott.Scott said, "You're looking better, Axel. Seems like you've been good about taking your meds."Axel nodded and greeted, "Hello, Uncle Scott."Liora's eyes lit up as she spotted the cherries in Scott's bag. She beamed and exclaimed, "How did you know I love cherries, Papa Wilson?"Scott gently patted Liora's head. "I'll share some with you in the living room after dinner, alright?"Liora nodded and pointed to the empty seat next to Caroline. "Sit h
Scott handed Caroline some cherries and asked, "Isn't the plan practical?"Caroline fixed her gaze on Scott. She wondered, 'Why would Scott know about our next move? What's prompting him to mention this out of the blue?'Caroline replied, "You're right."Scott asked, "So, if Evan's father is out of the picture, will you consider reconciling with Evan immediately?"Caroline hesitated. "I can't be certain because I can't predict what might happen between Evan and me in the near future. I can't provide a definitive answer."Scott suggested, "Alright, let's change the subject then."He stood up and added, "It's getting late, and I have an early shift tomorrow."Caroline checked her watch reflexively. "It's only 7:30 p.m."Scott paused as he put on his jacket and asked, "Caroline, do you not want me to head home?"Caroline blushed and replied nervously, "No, that's not what I meant...""It's okay. I understand," Scott leaned in and whispered in her ear, making her blush from the f
Caroline answered the call absentmindedly.An anxious Alex exclaimed, "Caroline, are you available? Come and pick up Evan quickly! I'll send you the location. Hurry! Something terrible has happened!" Caroline's chest tightened with anxiety as she heard the urgency in Alex's voice. Before she could ask any questions, Alex had already hung up.Caroline was on edge upon learning that something bad had occurred involving Alex. She tossed aside her blanket and hastily got dressed, just in time to receive the location from Alex.As she read the name "Wild Sides" listed in the location, Caroline suddenly felt a wave of relief. She deduced that Evan had probably been lured into having a drink with Lucas and Alex, who often tricked her into picking him up. She wondered, 'How is this considered something bad?'Frustrated, Caroline grabbed her phone, ready to decline Alex's request, but he sent another photo just as she was about to.The image displayed Evan lying on a sofa with his eyes t
Lucas said, "You have a point...""So, we should keep creating opportunities for them!" Alex said.Lucas sighed heavily. "I fear we'll be in trouble when Evan sobers up."Alex instantly became disheartened. "Now that you mention it, I think tomorrow will be the end of the world, too."Lucas looked at him with disdain. "You're such a coward!""You too! Who's the one scared out of their wits?" Alex raised his voice.Lucas glared at him. "Isn't it your bad idea that dragged me into this?""Fuck! Didn't you agree to do this right away? Are you trying to pick a fight, Lucas?" Alex said.Lucas quickly distanced himself from Alex. "I'm warning you. Let's just talk and not get physical!""Warning me? Fuck you! Mark my words: I'm going to confront you tonight!"-At 3:00 a.m., Caroline lay in Evan's arms, feeling so weak and tired that she couldn't even open her eyes.Evan kissed her forehead, his eyes filled with guilt. "I'm sorry. Those two guys spiked my drinks when I was a bit t
Evan couldn't believe that Caroline had agreed to reconcile with him out of the blue. He went from initial disappointment to feeling validated. After waiting for five years, she had finally agreed to be with him again.The rush of blood through his body surged to his head, and excitement filled his heart, making it feel like it might leap out of his chest.Despite the situation, Evan tried to remain calm on the surface. He stood up and made his way to Caroline, hugging her tightly before she could speak. He wished he could fuse with Caroline so they would never part again.Caroline felt suffocated by his hug, so she patted Evan's shoulder. "Evan—""Thank you." Evan's shaky voice sounded before Caroline could finish her sentence. "Thank you for choosing to return to me again…"Caroline's gaze turned gentle. She stopped resisting and slowly wrapped her arms around Evan's back. They held each other in silence, their connection more powerful than words.-Alex and Lucas couldn't sle
Alex stood behind Evan and signaled Lucas with his eyes.Lucas braced himself and asked, "Were you okay last night, Evan?"Evan glanced at both of them and replied, "Hmm, Caroline and I have made up.""Ah, you reconciled." Alex nodded in a daze.Lucas was catching on and said, "Ah, I see. You reconciled."After a moment, their eyes widened in shock."Hold on! Have you two reconciled?" Lucas and Alex exclaimed simultaneously.Evan frowned. "Do you have any objections?"Alex leaned in with excitement, "Why would we? Did Caroline suggest it, or did you bring it up?"Lucas chimed in. "It doesn't matter who initiated it. The important thing is that you're back together, Evan. Have you thought about the next step?"Evan looked incredulous. "What do you mean by 'next step'?"Lucas clarified, "The next step is to rekindle your romance, of course!"Alex added, "In other words, you can't just sit around after reconciling. You need to start dating again!"Evan asked, "And then?"Luc
Caroline said, "It's not that the matter is important, but the person is. I need to meet him to talk. I'll ask you out next time, okay?"Evan was familiar with Caroline and knew that trying to get her to reveal who this person was would be futile. Evan asked, "Shall I wait for you at Bayview Villa, then?""Alright. Please help pick up the children. Are you staying at Bayview Villa tonight?" Caroline asked. Evan replied, "What's wrong with me spending the night with my woman?"Caroline blushed and added, "Just be careful. Intense exercise can sometimes hurt your back."Soon after, Caroline hung up, leaving Evan in shock. He stared at his phone screen, pondering, 'Did she tell me to be careful? Does she think I'm so old that intimacy can hurt my back?!'Evan began to understand that Caroline might be playing hard to get.-That night, Caroline met Pete at a cafe. She finished a glass of water as she waited for him. Pete approached, greeting Caroline from afar and talking bri
Draco glanced at Daniella and said, "Sit."Daniella obeyed, taking a seat next to the coffee table in silence.Draco gave her instructions, "Tomorrow morning, wait at Anjou District, Mourive Highway, Pelf Neighborhood. A man will come to pick you up there."Curious, Daniella asked, "What's my task?"Draco leisurely sipped his coffee and replied, "He'll provide you with a car sporting a fake license plate. Once you have the car, Bernard will inform you of the location. Go there and wait."Suspicious, Daniella questioned, "Are you trying to use me to harm Neil?"Draco taunted, "Are you afraid to do it? What happened to the courage you had when you killed someone?"Daniella retorted, "I'm not afraid, but I'm concerned about the person you're sending. Is it a police officer or one of your associates?"Draco sneered. "Do you think I'd still be here if I cooperated with the police? If you lack confidence, Bernard can accompany you to ensure there are no loose ends."Seeing Draco tak