Upon hearing Yuliana's remark, Evan immediately instructed Rowan, "Get Reuben to find this person!"Rowan promptly replied, "Yes, sir!"Yuliana said, "There's something else. Elvira is acquainted with Scott! I've confirmed that Elvira was the woman leaving Scott's place. They were speaking Spanish, and I couldn't understand their conversation."She then added, "She addressed Scott as 'boss'."Yuliana murmured in realization, "Does that mean Scott is likely to be Mr. Hendrix?"Anxiously, she continued, "Hold on, I can see Elvira!"The crowd held their breaths.Tyler asked, "Where are you?"Yuliana lowered her voice. "I'm in an old apartment opposite Alan's residence."Tyler reacted with a twitch of his lips, asking, "How did you get in there?"Peeking out from behind the curtain, Yuliana explained, "I'll tell you next time. Elvira is not bringing any food this time…"Evan instructed, "Wait there, and I'll get Reuben to send someone over immediately. You may leave when the peo
Evan and the two children stood in shock upon hearing the voice.Yuliana, in an old woman's voice, exclaimed, "Fine then! Why are you still messing around with women at your age? How did those women seduce you?"Switching to an old man's voice, she continued. "Stop slandering me when you don't even have the evidence!""Don't think that I haven't seen it! People are talking about it, and I hear it!""You're impossible!""How dare you still flirt around at your age, you old geezer! I'm telling your so— daughter!"Elvira stopped outside after hearing the quarrel. She pondered for a moment and grabbed her phone to check the resident's information. After reading it, she felt relieved—the apartment belonged to an old married couple indeed.She turned and walked downstairs, convinced that everything was fine.Yuliana was relieved that Elvira was leaving.Yuliana breathed out in relief. "All is well, she's gone. I met the family before, or else I would have exposed myself."The two c
"What is it? Can I see?" Kenny asked.Tyler nodded.Unable to grasp their conversation, Liora sat on the sofa to enjoy the cake Kenny had bought.Kenny and Neil positioned themselves on both sides of the bed, attentively listening to the children's explanations while glancing at the laptop.Tyler and Axel then presented their findings and recounted the incident witnessed by Yuliana.Upon finishing, Neil and Kenny wore displeased expressions."If that is the case, Scott is definitely Mr. Hendrix!" Kenny exclaimed.Axel countered, "We don't have any evidence, Uncle Kenny.""What evidence do you need? Elvira addressed him as 'boss'! In fact, Yuliana found Elvira leaving Scott's place in the middle of the night!" Kenny was livid."That's true. Yulia sent me the voice recording of their conversation. It's highly possible that Mr. Hendrix is Scott!" Neil's gaze was solemn.Neil promptly called Yuliana, thinking, 'Since she listened to Alan and Elvira's conversation, there must be s
Liora pursed her lips tightly and looked at Neil with concern. "Are you sure you want to go?""Yes," Neil replied firmly.Kenny echoed Neil's sentiment. "Yes. We have to go and resolve the issue among us!"Liora glanced at the deepening dark cloud on Kenny's forehead again, wondering what it was. She was anxious as she didn't know how else to make them believe her."Then you must protect yourselves well," Liora reminded them.Kenny and Neil nodded before leaving the ward in search of Scott.Once the door was closed, Tyler frowned and looked at Liora. "Did you find something wrong, Lia?"After a brief trance, Liora nodded. "Yeah. There's a voice inside my head asking me to make them stay.""Are you tired?" Axel asked. "You didn't rest much these two days. Maybe Mommy's accident has affected you. Would you like me to play with you a bit?""Ugh… okay," Liora agreed.-Neil and Kenny got into a car in the hospital parking lot, and Kenny called Scott.It rang for a long while be
Disappointment washed over Neil. "Aren't you willing to tell us the truth at this point?"Scott nonchalantly retorted, "If you think I'm the so-called bad guy, ask Kenny why he stopped me from visiting Carol.""I—""Kenny told me the reason, but I don't doubt you because of this," Neil interrupted Kenny again, filling the latter with reluctance.Kenny couldn't fathom why Neil patiently conversed with Scott. He believed they should have confronted Scott by now for lying and endangering Caroline."Okay," Scott said. "Do you have any evidence for that belief?"Neil sneered suddenly, retrieved his phone, and played Yuliana's recording in front of Scott. Scott listened to the conversation, and unfathomable emotions flitted past his eyes.It turned out someone had deliberately placed that metal block.Scott listened patiently, then smiled. "Is this your so-called evidence?"Neil clenched his fists under the table as he had underestimated Scott's mental acuity.Despite the facts,
"Friends?" Kenny derided. "How dare you say that?"Neil gave Kenny a sidelong glance but was interrupted by his phone ringing. He fished out his phone to find a call from Greta and immediately picked it up."Neil!" Greta exclaimed excitedly. "Carol is awake!"Neil's hand trembled, and his throat tightened at the news. "She's awake? Really?""What?" Flabbergasted, Kenny asked, "Is she awake and out of danger?"Greta sobbed and said, "Yeah! You and Kenny should come now!""Okay." Neil hurried out of the private room. "We'll be on our way there."Watching them leave, Scott took up his seat on the sofa again. Calmly, he made a call and instructed, "Do it.""Okay, Mr. Hendrix."-Neil drove fast on the way back to the hospital, and Kenny even played the music in the car. After getting on the bridge, Kenny lowered the car window and took a deep breath of the refreshing air. "Caroline is awake, Neil, and I feel the air is freaking fresh now!"Smiling, Neil agreed, "Yeah, Carol is
The doctor replied, "You're welcome. If her condition is good, she can leave the ICU tomorrow night."Thomas and Greta agreed to the plan.After the doctor left, Liora turned to Thomas, extending her hands. "Hold me, Granduncle Tom. I want to see Mommy!"Smiling, Thomas replied, "Sure. Let me hold you so you can see her."While talking, Thomas bent over to carry Liora, but his phone suddenly rang when he touched her.Coaxing Liora, Thomas said, "Wait, Lia."Liora nodded obediently.Thomas fished out his phone and picked up the call. "Hello? Who's calling?""Hello, I'm a police officer. May I ask if you're Mr. Thomas Xander?""Yes, speaking. May I ask what this is about?""Is Neil Xander your nephew?"Thomas was stunned. "Yes, what's the matter with him?""Please come to Irribel Bridge now, Mr. Xander. Your nephew's car fell into the river 20 minutes ago."Thomas almost blacked out and staggered against the wall. He snapped back to reality.Greta noticed that and frowned.
Evan immediately thought of Caroline and hastily called her. He knew she must be beside herself, but her phone was switched off.Frustrated, he tugged at his tie and hurried to his office.After a brief thought, he tried calling Thomas but couldn't reach him.Seeing that, Reuben reminded, "Why don't you call Mr. Price, Mr. Jordan?"Enlightened, Evan called Alex, who picked up instantly."Hello?" Alex sounded lazy.Evan asked sternly, "Where are you?""At home. Why? Are you going to ask about what my parents said, Evan? I cowered after I got hom—""I don't want to hear you talk about that!" Evan interrupted. "Neil's car fell into the river, and I can't reach Caroline!""What?!" Alex immediately snapped back to reality. "Neil fell into the river?""Go to the scene now! Caroline must be there! Ask her to pick up my call!""No, she won't be there!" Alex blurted out without thinking.Frowning deeply, Evan demanded, "What do you mean?"Alex realized his mistake. "No, nothing. I'
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