Victoria stared at the marriage certificate in her hands as they stepped out of the city hall. It felt like she was dreaming.She had never planned to get married, and yet she was now legally married to a man she respected as an elder.As she thought about it, a strange mix of embarrassment and awkwardness washed over her. However, Victoria was good at controlling her emotions, and she quickly suppressed these strange feelings.She looked at Benjamin.Benjamin had an uncontrollable smile on his face as he gazed at the marriage certificate photo. His deep, dark eyes glowed as if he were snickering.He had shed the restlessness and unease earlier in the restaurant and the car. His mood had improved noticeably.Benjamin sensed Victoria's gaze, and he lifted his eyes to meet hers. His deep, dark eyes radiated affection.He held her gaze for a few seconds before breaking into a chuckle."Victoria."He called her name, with the tone of his voice rising at the end.Victoria couldn
Victoria stepped aside and answered the phone.Elizabeth waited for a while and noticed that Victoria wasn't going to address her first.Feeling disappointed, Elizabeth made the first move to say, "I've been following your news lately. Did you inform Ms. Sheehan Senior about the official contract between Brighton and Fortuna?""Brighton is important to her. Even if I don't tell her, she would pay attention."Elizabeth sighed. Her tone was filled with regret. "Telling her in person is different from her finding out from the news or someone else. Although she's taught many students, you're different."Yvonne is likely to spend her life in prison. Yvonne was her only daughter. If she hadn't been so focused on her school when Yvonne was little, she might not be the way she is today.""Are you talking about Ms. Sheehan Senior and Yvonne, or you and Ginny? There are left-behind children everywhere in rural areas."They ... Never mind. If you like to find excuses to take responsibility
Yves immediately called Sean right after parting ways with Victoria and Benjamin."Where are you now?""I'm in Yrindale, having a blast. I've met a group of fun young folks recently. We've been racing, bungee jumping, and ..."Yves couldn't help but envy him. "You're living it up. Hurry back!""Mr. Harper is doing fine. Why should I come back?"Yves looked serious. "He seemed to have shown signs of illness today. Though he managed to control it, I was scared out of my wits."The thought of Benjamin in the demonically possessed state made Yves feel weak in his legs.Sean became serious too. "What happened?""It's a woman. Don't you read the news? It's a long story. Anyway, come back quickly!""A woman?" Sean could hardly believe what he was hearing."Yes. Ben has taken a liking to a woman lately. He's madly in love with her, but Mrs. B doesn't share romantic feelings for him. She's still obsessed with her ex, who's quite powerful."When she was talking to her ex on the phone,
Three days later, Colette and Yvette sat facing each other in the detention center.Yvette was obviously much more resourceful than Ginny. The police officer left and closed the door behind them right after escorting Colette to the visitation room.Colette looked at Yvette, all clean and made up, towering over her. It set her off like a lowly slave.Colette tried to hide her resentment, but her facial expression betrayed her emotions. She struggled to hide the bitterness in her voice."Ms. White, you promised to help me with the matter related to Yvonne, right? I've been stuck in this place for almost a week now."Yvette glanced at Colette, who was in a state of disarray. "Are you questioning me?"Colette shivered. She realized she had been impulsive. She quickly lowered her head and admitted her mistake. "I didn't mean it that way. I'm just feeling miserable being stuck here."You don't understand. They've got me locked up in a solitary room, feeding me just one meal a day an
Yvette had just come out of the detention center.Ginny, who had been waiting outside, rushed toward her immediately."Ms. White, please, you have to save Lettie no matter what. I will be grateful to you for the rest of my life!"Yvette looked at Ginny, whose eyes were swollen and who started to cry as she spoke.Yvette smirked. She looked around. "Let's find a different place to talk."Ginny followed Yvette to a nearby tea house.Ginny was clearly anxious. Before even sitting down, she blurted out, "Ms. White, Lettie is so lucky to have you as her friend."Yvette observed Ginny's humble demeanor and began to understand why Colette had been so submissive in front of her. Why was Victoria not like this?She calmly sat down and tried to provoke Ginny."Victoria is the cause of this mess. If she agrees to let go of Colette, things could be resolved. Then, she can be released quickly."Even Yvonne is likely to receive a lighter sentence. Moreover, isn't Colette Mrs. Warde Senior'
After Ginny left, Yvette had planned to call Logan and ask for his help on Colette and Ginny's situation. Before she could, Luna called."Ms. White, let's meet."After Luna left the police station, Jayce and the other Fortuna representatives were blamed for the whole incident.Luna was furious and had a massive fight with them over the matter. She also decided to stay at a hostel arranged by Yvette instead."Alright. But I have something to do, so I'll meet you later."Once Yvette got in the car, she quickly called Logan."Before George's passing, he gave some of the Harper's shares to Ginny. Although the Warde family doesn't interfere with the Harper's business, they hold more shares than us." Yvette continued, "Didn't you tell me we could become the largest shareholder outside of the Harper family if we could take those shares for ourselves? I have the confidence to do so."I know you have a few talented men at your disposal. Could you lend me a few of them and send them to
The second day after Colette had been released, an accident occurred to Yvonne. She was rushed to the hospital.Susan contacted some of her connections upon hearing the news. Then, she hurried to the hospital too.Something had stabbed through Yvonne's right chest near her scapula. It was heavily bandaged.She had been detained for quite some time and was already in bad shape. With the huge loss of blood, her gaunt face looked sickly pale.The anesthetic had worn off. She was in pain, yet she couldn't move. She could only lay in bed and groan.Susan was heartbroken at the sight. "How did you get hurt so badly?"Yvonne was in a lot of pain. She held a deep resentment for Susan.Yvonne vented her frustrations, "I thought you didn't care about me? Why are you here? Won't I be better off dead? That way, you wouldn't have to worry about me!"Her emotions fluctuated and she pulled her injury on her chest. She gritted her teeth in pain. Dissatisfaction toward Yvette began to sprout.
Victoria and Benjamin hurried to the hospital.Caution tape and barricades surrounded the crime scene.All the hospital staff and patients did not linger outside, fearing for their safety. Moreover, because it was late, only the forensic team and the police could be seen.Louis was also there, talking to a police officer.He saw Victoria and walked toward her. He also gave Benjamin a nod of acknowledgment.He frowned and looked at Victoria. He said worriedly, "Why are you here? It's not safe."Victoria remained calm. "This was a contracted hit. The perpetrator won't be dumb enough to wait here and be caught after killing their target. Where's Ms. Susan? How is she?"Louis's reply was indifferent. "Her heart couldn't handle the shock along with the immense grief. She fainted on the spot and is currently being treated."Victoria looked around. She asked Louis, "Can we go in to take a look?"Benjamin tugged Victoria. "Why didn't you ask me? You can see it if you want. But what's