Queenie was washing vegetables in the kitchen, but her mind seemed to be elsewhere. She was in a horrible mood. She wondered why her two daughters had been fraught with obstacles recently. First, her younger daughter was caught taking drugs and detained in the drug rehab center. Then, her elder daughter's husband got into an accident. The Galleria's collapse was no small matter. T Corporation would be ruined if the matter was not handled properly, not to mention that Luke, as its CEO, might be sentenced to prison. During her hospital visit, she noticed that Luke was not in a good physical condition, and she wondered if he had thought of a solution yet. Jack might be trying his best to pull some strings, but he was about two years away from retirement, and his relations in the political scene were already starting to distance themselves from him. Also, Jack's impartial attitude had made him many enemies over the years. Leia, her younger daughter, had always caused her worry.
In the VIP hospital ward, Gale and Rain stood in front of the bed and looked at Luke with worry in their eyes. They fell into the ocean at the same time, but fortunately, the two of them were saved by Percy Mallory. They had been recuperating from their serious injuries. Later, they were overjoyed to find out from Percy that their leader was still alive! Luke was their savior. He had single-handedly destroyed Robert's hidden training base from within and led them out of the hellish Island of Despair. They were grateful that Luke had granted them a new lease of life, and they swore eternal loyalty to him. Johann was performing a check-up on Luke's body. He was surprised when he analyzed the data. "I say, Bro, your regenerative powers are insane! A normal person would take at least a month to recover from broken ribs, but it's only been a week, and it would take someone else two weeks to reach where you are. Tsk, what a monster! You can be discharged today." Luke did not repl
The "answer" that they wanted was, of course, the amount of compensation that they would receive. Even without the families of the deceased protesting, Luke would be granting them the maximum amount. He might be the Cold-Faced Devil in the business world, but he was influenced by Bianca's kindness after spending a long time with her. However, he was unhappy that those people had surrounded the hospital. He wondered if they caused Bianca, who was back at home, any trouble. Luke turned his ice-cold gaze at Jason. "Are they bothering Bianca?" He did not mind being embroiled in controversy, but he hoped that the mob would not harass his wife and children. Bianca had stayed in the hospital for the past few days to take care of him. She was at her physical limit, and Luke forced her to go home and rest. Jason answered instantly, "Don't worry, they're not going to find her at the mansion. The security measures are tight there, and there hasn't been any trouble." "Mm, that's go
Kassy looked gloomily at the naked man who was unconscious on the floor. 'How useless! 'If that were Matthew, he would have given me the pleasure I desire!' The man's tempting body appeared in Kassy's mind. She had done her best in protecting the man, but he had betrayed her! Her beautiful face contorted viciously when she thought of that. Even the air around her seemed to have turned into ice. She draped a silk negligee over her, barely covering her private parts. Then, she pressed a button and coldly ordered, "Come and take this useless piece of trash away!" "Yes, Ms. Kassy!" Two tall and burly men in suits soon appeared in the room. They dragged the unconscious handsome man out of the room as though they were dragging a piece of roadkill. They dared not look at Kassy's seductive, barely naked body. Soon, the room resumed its silence. Only the dim night light cast an eerie glow in the room. Kassy opened a drawer and took out a photo. On it was the face of a handso
Bianca gently called out to the man who was hard at work in the study. "Luke." Luke put away the document in his hand and looked up helplessly at her. "It's already so late. Why aren't you sleeping yet?" He sounded as though he was reprimanding her. Bianca gently blew on the hot drink in her hands, then handed the cup to Luke. "How can I sleep when you're still working? I've made some tangerine honey milk tea for you. Drink it while it's hot." Luke took the cup of tea. The golden color of the tea was beautiful. The tangerine pieces floating inside seemed tantalizing. He took a few sips and was impressed. "Mmm, not bad. The sweet and sour taste makes it very appetizing. I'm lucky that my wife can make such delicious tea. Come over here. Your lips are so dry, and you should have some tea too." "I'm not thirsty. This tea is made just for you." Bianca was not in the mood to listen to his flowery words or drink tea. So many things had happened recently, and that had exhausted
Meanwhile, in another mansion. A gentle breeze stirred the crystal bead curtains that made a stark contrast with the golden furnishings. The entire interior was luxuriously furnished with crystal decorations, furniture with golden frames, and all sorts of classical flower arrangements. The mansion was Allison's private property. She had received a large sum of money and a percentage of T Corporation's shares from Luke's inheritance. Allison had complained to Bianca that her share of the inheritance was too little, and she had even brought some reporters to Old Master Crawford to raise a ruckus. Bianca had mercilessly driven her out, and Old Master Crawford had reprimanded her severely. He even said to the reporters that he would take back all the inheritance given to her if she continued to cause trouble. Allison was helpless, but she did not hold any actual executive power. She was no match for Bianca, and even Old Master Crawford could easily crush her even though he had
While Allison fretted over what excuse she should give to ask for money from her son, she received an invitation to a video call on her phone. She picked up her phone and saw that it was Maxine calling her. She instantly accepted the invitation and said exaggeratedly, "Are you already back home, Maxine? You're only gone for a few days, but I've already missed you!" Maxine did not stay for too long in Crawford Manor, but she knew how to butter up to Allison. Somehow, she knew Allison's preferences, and Allison was perfectly satisfied by every lavish gift Maxine bought her. Moreover, Maxine's father was a much more influential figure than Bianca's father. That was the main reason why Allison liked Maxine. Of course, Maxine was a sensible and obedient girl, unlike that ingrate Bianca, who would always go against her wishes. Maxine's delicate and petite face appeared on Allison's phone screen. She smiled sweetly as she greeted Allison, "I miss you too, Aunt Allison. I thought I c
Maxine went to the study and noticed that her usually stern father was busy at work. Her mother was also there, preparing a pot of tea. "Dad, Mom." Maxine greeted them softly, took the teacup from her mother's hands, and placed it on her father's desk. She turned around to face her mother and spoke sweetly, "Your tea-making skills are getting better, Mom. I could smell the tea leaves at the door. No wonder Dad always likes the tea you make for him. Isn't that so, Dad?" Irving's stern expression did not change, but the corners of his lips eased up a little. "Mm," he replied. "You really know how to tease me, my dear daughter." Verona could not help but smile genuinely. She had always loved her precious daughter. "What do you want for dinner today, Maxine? There's a newly-opened five-star hotel in town, and the signature chef is quite skilled. I'll bring you there tonight." "Never mind, Mom. The chef at home is quite skilled too. It's the same if we have dinner at home,"