As Nicholas wavered in the wind, I clenched the car door handle. I felt like my heart was about to leap out of my throat, and I could no longer bear it anymore. If this continued, he'd be in danger. "Neal, I have to try. What if he wants to see me…"The car door was locked before I could even finis
Having always been sensitive to pain, Claudia could no longer care much. The sound of the handcuffs clanking echoed in the air, and her sobs sounded even more desolate in the howling wind. "Nick, Ariana had the police arrest me. Mom is also at the police station now. If you really think living is t
Without much thought, my brain seemed to spill out all the words that could help Nicholas live. He was the only thing I had on my mind now as my thoughts spiraled out of control. This was the biggest compromise I could manage now. As long as he was willing to come down from the rooftop, I could ove
When did I become so important to Nicholas? Was it when I asked him with red eyes to choose between me and Claudia? Or was it when I submitted to him, obedient and seductive?Was it when I repeatedly insisted on a divorce? Or was it when he realized I could shine in other ways, attracting the attent
I waited in our marital home until night fell. I reached out, tracing the outline of the tall buildings and Nicholas. The night was as dark as ink, and the glass windows reflected my exhausted face.It felt like I already knew the outcome, yet I was reluctant to let go.The clock's hands had just mo
In the conference room, Nicholas stood by the window. He had one hand in his pocket while his long legs were crossed casually. He showed no sign of discomfort, although he was in unfamiliar territory.He was just standing there silently. His mere silhouette carried the weight of authority.Anyone wh
Last night, I didn't sleep at all.Money could make the world go round. During this special time, Douglas employed some unconventional methods. Those who could be bribed would always be open to bribery.I negotiated with everyone on the list provided by Neal, and I grasped the information I wanted.
Seeing things like this again, Nicholas no longer felt anger or hatred. He was just confused.He had tried so hard to hold the family together, but everything had gone wrong. His mind told him he should react, but it was hard for him.I leaned wearily in my seat, propping my chin on one hand. I look
The crowd was gripped by terror, some clutching their heads and scattering in panic. Seeing the commotion, the bodyguards fired two shots into the ceiling.Nelson, emboldened, began to struggle fiercely, and Leo started losing control of him.Despite his injuries, Leo gritted his teeth, snatched the
I could hardly believe it—something even Neal couldn't achieve, Nicholas managed effortlessly. The evidence against Nelson was laid bare for everyone to see.I stared coldly at Nelson, already envisioning his inevitable downfall.It turned out that beyond his flesh trade, he had also ventured into t
The auction hall's large screen flickered, casting an unsettling light and filling the room with a sense of dread. The once-curious crowd now stared wide-eyed, frightened by Claudia's eerie smile and the sinister laughter echoing from the speakers.Nicholas spread his coat wide and wrapped me tightl
Nelson stumbled to the front of the stage, grabbed the microphone from the host, and shouted loudly, "Today's auction is canceled! Canceled!"Nicholas stood up calmly and said, "Since there was a bid, and my bid complies with the rules, this land is already mine! There's no justification for canceli
The auctioneer initially thought starting the bid at zero would ignite a frenzy in the auction room, given that this was a plot of land worth over 100 million dollars.But the moment he announced the starting price, the entire venue fell into an eerie silence.With Nicholas present, no one dared to
On our way back, Leo was still standing beside Yasmine. When he saw us approaching, he surprisingly nodded at both me and Nicholas—a rare acknowledgment.I frowned and glared at him. He had upset Yasmine again! I had expected Nicholas to ignore him entirely, but to my surprise, he nodded back sligh
Dressed in a black coat, the hem of Nicholas' garment billowed as he took a long stride forward.He walked toward me, his dark eyes seeming to hold an infinite power. At the moment our gazes met, a sense of calm washed over me.Only Nicholas made me truly think of this word. He was my calm, but he w
"Yasmine, check the brooch. Claudia will probably reveal my photos in the second half," I said.Yasmine had worn a sunflower brooch on her outfit today, equipped with a portable recording device to capture the events at the scene.She nodded with a serious expression. "Don't worry. It's all set."Sh
An auction naturally features more than one item. At first, there were some insignificant small plots of land with very low starting prices, serving as a warm-up. The attendees showed little interest, though some took the opportunity to bid on the cheap properties.Before the main event began, Beth