"Great!" When the three kids returned, Aunt Neile served them some fruits, so they were not hungry now.Suddenly, Luca remembered the cartoons she had downloaded earlier and said, "I'll play the cartoons I downloaded. Didn't you miss some of it the day I came back? I downloaded the episode."Then, Luca played it on the TV screen.Tommy cheered, "Ms. Luca, you're awesome!""I originally planned to let you watch it on the weekend, but since you've finished your homework so early today, you can catch up now." Luca put her phone down and started to check their homework.These days were peaceful. She spent her evenings with the kids while waiting for Luke to come back. She found these days quite fulfilling.However, she also knew that this tranquility could be shattered at any moment by Abel. That was why she cherished these moments even more.Luca's smile faded slightly at the thought of Abel.Who knew how long this peace would last..."Ms. Luca, what's wrong?" Rainie was sitting
Louis and Susan had to meet face-to-face before they could start discussing and ultimately reach a resolution.Only then could this matter be resolved. This issue was caused by Old Master Crawford, and it was not a problem for him to suffer a bit. However, Old Master Crawford has been enduring this for quite some time now, to the point where it was almost unbearable. It was also Luke’s duty to resolve this issue for him. Luca's proposal of a barbecue was indeed a good opportunity. Luke added, "This matter was caused by Grandpa. He had someone pretend to be from another company to negotiate the acquisition with Louis. It just so happened that Mother heard about it and caused a scene. This matter should also come to a resolution now." Luca was slightly surprised that it was Old Master Crawford who caused it! Still, what surprised her even more was that Susan could not reach Louis. Thus, she went to see Old Master Crawford every day... Imagining this scene, Luca could fig
Gordan could not care less about things like barbecues, but when he heard Gale mention there would be wine, his eyes lit up. Suddenly, he was enthusiastic about it.All he could think about now was getting his hands on some alcohol. "Sure. Why the heck not? If there's good liquor involved, count me in.”"Are you planning to drain Boss' liquor stash?" Gale took a sip of his drink and teased him."He's got plenty in his cellar. What's the harm in me having a taste?" Gordon knew that Luke had a habit of collecting fine wines. There were many in his wine cellar that Gordan wanted to try but had not had the chance to yet.With so much good wine calling his name, it would be dumb not to go."I'll let Boss know," replied Gale. After all, it was not his party, so they had to give the host a heads-up.Gordan stopped him. "No need. I'm worried that if you tell him, Luke won't bring out the good stuff. Just take me along. No need to give him a heads-up.""Is he really so stingy that he won
As Gale looked at the man lunging toward him like a wild beast, he stood up holding the lobster roll and moved to another seat. "Gordan, just because you're drunk doesn't mean you're the boss around here. If you dare to lay a finger on me for real, I won't go easy on you."Gordan heard Gale’s warning and wore an annoyed expression on his face."Gale, you've changed," muttered Gordan. He was too lazy to engage in a scuffle. He pouted as he continued drinking.Gale took another bite of the lobster roll and asked, "How so?"After he asked that, he suddenly nodded and added, "Back then, even if I had free time, I wouldn't bother hanging out with you. I must've lost my mind to come to this place with you for a drink. I'm eating chowing down on this lobster roll."Gale disdainfully eyed the lobster roll. He glared at Gordan as he said, "Remember, you owe me a proper meal.""Alright, I'll treat you to a feast when I'm less busy." Gordan waved it off.Gale clicked his tongue. If he took
"Shut up..." muttered Gordan as he rolled over. "I don't need a woman!"Gale slumped on the couch, feeling a bit intoxicated. If he had not heard what Gordan had just said, he would have believed it himself that Gordan did not need a woman.Gale pressed the service bell. After a while, the waitress entered. "Sir, how can I assist you?""He's drunk. Get two guys to help me carry him up to the hotel," said Gale as he pointed at Gordan. He was too drunk now to manage Gordan on his own. That was why he needed their help."Alright. A moment, please." The waitress turned around and left, leaving the door ajar. She called for two waiters to enter the room. They hoisted Gordan up, one on each side.Gordan was built like an athlete, possessing the kind of physique that made him appear lean when clothed but muscular when unclothed. Even as the two slender waiters each took a side to carry him, he still proved to be a weighty burden, making every step a challenge.When Gale saw this, he let
Since it was a Saturday the following day, Luca lingered in bed for a while longer before getting up. She figured that Aunt Neile must have already bought all the ingredients needed for today, so now she needed to go downstairs to help.Some ingredients needed to be marinated for a few hours to taste good when grilled. When Luca arrived downstairs, the kids were all sitting on the couch reading.When they saw Luca coming down, they all greeted her, "Ms. Luca, you’re up.""Yes, I am. Where's your daddy?" asked Luca. When she walked out of the bedroom, she glanced at the opposite bedroom door, which was open. However, Luke was not inside. She slept quite deeply all night. Therefore, she had no idea when he got up."Daddy left early. He said he had to go back to the office to deal with something. Ms. Luca, please go and have your breakfast. Aunt Neile put a lot of things on the table. Maybe you should bring them over here to eat," said Rainie, reminding her not to go hungry."O
"Lanie!" Tommy protested and waved his hands. "I'm not interested in raw meat.""But when you see it, you'll imagine how delicious it'll be once it's cooked," Lanie continued to tease Tommy."You're so mean..." Tommy was annoyed with his words but still sat down.He was the most gluttonous one. When he saw raw meat, he would think of how delicious it would be once cooked by Luca.Lanie was right. At the thought of this, he gave up the idea of helping. He looked closely at Lanie and asked, "Lanie, if you're not tempted, why don't you go over and help?""I can't." Lanie shook his head. "I'm allergic to the kitchen, just like Daddy. I lack talent.""You're just lazy." Tommy hit the nail on the head.Finally, Lanie raised his eyes from his book. He looked at his younger brother and nodded. "I am lazy, just like Daddy."He really did not like being near the kitchen.He was not interested in what was happening inside the kitchen. He was not a girl, like Rainie, who was interested
Mavis knew it was a bit late to talk about cooperation now.Their company had been kicked out by another company competing for the bid before, but the design plans were already in place. If they were to give up on this project now, all the efforts of the company's staff would be in vain.Mavis then thought of T Corporation. If they could collaborate with T Corporation, they would surely secure the bid.She presented her idea, only to be rejected by the boss, who assumed T Corporation would not collaborate with them at this point.However, Mavis claimed that she knew Luke, and she insisted that their bid was excellent enough. As long as she could talk to Luke, she was confident they could make it.The words she spoke in front of the boss were brutally contradicted by Luke’s response. Mavis felt that if she could not turn the situation around, there was no point in staying in her company any longer."Mr. Crawford, our company is also a strong contender. If you're concerned about br
When Gerald heard this, his face fell. “Huh? Ms. Craw, you're not cooking anymore?”Luca said nothing. Luke had already left with the others. She turned her gaze back before walking inside.Gerald realized that Luca had only been cooking breakfast because of Lucius. The thought puzzled him. Had they taken a liking to each other from the very start? That did not seem right.In this fast-paced modern world, even if they had, using something as old-fashioned as cooking to win someone over did not add up.Still, the timing was too coincidental to ignore. Luca started cooking for everyone when Lucius arrived, and she stopped as soon as he left. That realization gave Gerald an eerie feeling.Thinking they might have known each other back on the island, it all suddenly made sense. Of course! They must have met before. How else could this all line up so perfectly?With that thought, Gerald quickly caught up with Luca. “Ms. Craw, my cooking is terrible. Why don’t you keep doing it?”
Kassy’s eye donor was Hera, the one Abel had brought over.Even though Hera’s eyes resembled Kassy’s, they did not meet the criteria for a transplant. However, Hera’s blood type matched Kassy’s exactly.Hence, Abel decided to use Hera’s eyes. His belief was that her eyes were specifically meant for Kassy.Shanks knew he would not be able to change Abel’s mind, so he did not try. Abel’s stubbornness was something even Kassy herself could not sway.Luca remained silent for a while, not saying anything further. She understood that using a cadaver was the best option as it would not harm anyone.However, the eyes Abel wanted for Kassy were not from a cadaver. He intended to take them from Hera.Luca certainly would not participate in such a surgery. It was too cruel.“What are you thinking?” Shanks suddenly asked.Luca shook her head. “I’m just thinking about the volunteer’s situation.”“You’re wondering if this solution will be marketed, aren’t you?” Shanks suddenly asked.L
“I’m still a bit worried. Let me take a look in your room and change the dressing while I’m at it.” Luca knew Luke would not want her to worry. Therefore, she needed to see for herself that everything was fine before she could feel at ease.“Alright.” Luke knew she was worried about him, so the two of them headed into the room.He took off his shirt, revealing the bandage wrapped around his torso.Luca could not help but chuckle at the sight. The wrapping was done by Gerald, and it was hilariously sloppy. It was haphazardly bound—overly tight in some places and entirely uneven. It looked like it was just meant to cover the wounds, with no thought for neatness.“Stop laughing.” Luke was clearly rendered speechless by Gerald’s lackluster bandaging skills as well.If it were not for the fact that it was difficult to bandage himself, he would never have let Gerald do it.“With it wrapped like this, how are you supposed to sleep at night?” Luca asked as she began unwrapping the ba
Abel chuckled. His voice was low and gravelly.“Hera, let’s agree on something. Don’t use threats of leaving to manipulate me anymore, or I won’t be happy,” said Abel in a low voice.What might have sounded like a plea or a compromise came across to Hera as a veiled threat.The cool sensation of his fingers brushed against her eyelids, and she could not help but shiver. His touch felt as cold as death itself. She could not feel a trace of warmth.Her hands clenched tightly together. The tension in her grip was the only thing keeping her from trembling further.“Alright,” Hera murmured obediently.Abel withdrew his hand. Hera opened her eyes. A strange unease stirred within her. For reasons she could not quite explain, Abel’s behavior filled her with an unsettling dread…“Will you stay at the hospital with me tonight?” Hera could not help but crave some semblance of comfort.Abel frowned slightly. “Stay here with you? And what about Luca?”“You could just send her home. I onl
Luca's expression was serious, and Hera realized she was not just trying to scare her. Ignoring her warnings had already caused her to suffer once.Unwillingly, Hera sipped on the cereal. Her resentment was evident in every movement.Luca noticed it was not difficult for her to handle. She quietly sat down and ate her own bowl of cereal.Hera did not have much of an appetite.Hera took a couple of bites before growing bored. She glanced at Luca and asked, “How did you end up working for Abel?”Luca did not respond. She calmly blew on her cereal and ate in silence, showing no intention of engaging in conversation.“I’m talking to you. Are you deaf?” snapped Hera.Luca lifted her gaze briefly and replied, “You should finish your cereal before it gets cold.”“I’m not even hungry.” Hera really had no appetite and was not planning to eat the cereal.“It’s still better if you eat something. Otherwise, when hunger strikes later, don’t expect me to help you,” said Luca, “I’m only he
Luke had never taken the medicine that could speed up healing, so his recovery was nowhere near as fast as the others from the Island of Despair.Luca did not respond to Gerald’s comment. Her gaze fixed on him with intensity.“No stitches,” said Luke, “I trust you.”Luca bit her lower lip.“But if you don’t stitch it, it might tear open,” insisted Gerald, staring at Luke’s wounds.Luke glanced at his injuries and shrugged, seemingly unconcerned, as though the wounds had nothing to do with Luca.“Stitches will leave scars.”“Are you afraid of scars? What kind of man doesn’t have a few scars on him? Scars are a symbol of manhood,” teased Gerald with a playful tone, “Scars show you’re reliable, that you can protect a woman.”Luke gave him a look as though he were an idiot, then his gaze shifted to Luca. “I don’t want too many scars. I’m worried my future wife might dislike them.”Luca’s heart sank at his words, but his lighthearted remark eased her sadness. Despite the severity
Luca could not help but tremble with heartache. She fought hard to resist the urge to rush forward.Everyone in the room had survived brutal training to make it out of the Island of Despair, and they could not help but shudder when they saw the scene. The sound of the whip felt like it was landing on their own bodies.Gerald closed his eyes, unable to watch any longer. It was too cruel for him to watch.The ten lashes felt like an eternity, stretching on for what seemed like a century.Luca looked at the drenched clothes on Luke. His eyes were red, and his shirt was so soaked that you could wring out the blood from it. Her hands were clenched so tightly into fists that the veins were bulging.Abel tossed the whip aside, looking at Luke’s disheveled state with satisfaction. He enjoyed the thrill of this bloody scene.He turned to Luca, noticing her reddened eyes, and smiled even more devilishly. “Hera is in the hospital now. You’ll go take care of her for the next few da
Luca instantly understood the situation. It was about Hera.Hera was someone Abel valued, possibly as a future corneal donor for Kassy. While Abel might not love Hera now, he certainly took her health seriously.In a calm tone, Luca explained, “She was hospitalized due to inflammation that caused a fever.”Abel furiously flung his half-smoked cigar at her. The glowing embers singed her clothes, leaving a small burn mark.She instinctively stepped aside.Abel roared, “What kind of care is this?! I told you to look after her! Is this how you handle things?”Luca was perplexed. When did he ever tell her to look after Hera?Besides, she did take care of her.”When Ms. Sanchez fainted last night, she already had a low-grade fever. I diagnosed her condition as inflammation and prescribed anti-inflammatory and fever-reducing medication. I also emphasized that she needed to take oral anti-inflammatory drugs. She didn’t trust me and threw out Mr. Shanks’ medication, which led to her con
Luca placed her hand on Hera’s other wrist, checking her pulse. “Her condition is worsening. The inflammation in her body has intensified.“I prescribed her medication. Those are Mr. Shanks’ formulations, and they're highly effective for reducing inflammation. It shouldn’t be getting worse.” Gerald pursed his lips before finally speaking up. “Luca, when I was cleaning yesterday, I saw that Ms. Sanchez had thrown all the medication you prescribed into the trash. She didn’t take any of it.”Luca was speechless.She had been questioning whether the medicine was ineffective or if she had made an error in diagnosis. It turned out that it was Hera herself who had sabotaged her treatment.“What should we do now?” asked Gerald.“There’s no other option. She needs to go to a hospital,” Luca decided firmly. “Her condition is serious, and since she doesn’t trust my treatment, the hospital is her best choice.”“Can’t you help her just this once?” pleaded Gerald, “I mean, she looks really b