His questions left Victoria bewildered. She propped her chin on her hand and blinked knowingly. She proceeded to butter him up by answering each question sincerely. "You're handsome, Benjamin. Even when you're mad, you're still good-looking. It's not scary at all. I wasn't scared. "I don't dislike it either. Do you think I'm that timid? As for Ethan, you … Um …"If—and I mean it as a hypothetical situation—if someone slapped you and then gave you candy, would you act like nothing happened?"Benjamin stared at Victoria, looking just as serious as she was. "I will break their hand. But if it's you, I'd act like nothing happened. Even if you give me candy afterwards.""Will you be able to accept it if I am engaged to someone else?" she questioned while beaming.Upon hearing that, his expression darkened instantly. "You're my woman. I'll kill anyone who has the guts to be engaged to you! Then, I'll lock you up!"Benjamin sensed that his words were menacing and violent after he s
Ethan entered the room. He was in a bad mood and was unsatisfied.That was because after accomplishing such a big feat, Victoria did not praise him. He also didn't get to boast in front of Benjamin. He was annoyed at everyone and snapped, "What's with all the noise? Can you all stop arguing already?"I can hear your voices from the corridor. You've been bickering for so long. Have any of you come to a conclusion yet?"Everyone in the room fell silent instantly. Yvette and Zachary cowered in fear. "Logan, you stay. Yvette, you decide if you want to stay or leave. As for the rest of you, get lost!" Ethan ordered. As if granted amnesty, Zachary wrapped himself tightly with a blanket. He concealed the wet spot on his pants then dashed out the door.Ethan stood by the door, observing Zachary's wretched state. He suddenly recalled that Victoria used to be engaged to Zachary. Right then, he felt as angry as when he saw Victoria and Benjamin together. Ethan lost his temper and kick
Ginny picked Paul up at the agreed location. As soon as he got into the car, he started fidgeting. He appeared like a country bumpkin who is experiencing the world for the first time. He looked at Ginny and commented, "This car is really comfortable. How much does it cost? It must be expensive, right?""What on earth do you want? Don't beat around the bush. Just come out and say it," Ginny replied stiffly. She didn't spare him a glance. Paul gazed at her aloof and beautiful face. He swallowed hard before answering in a fawning way, "It's inconvenient to talk here. Let's find a better place."He took out his phone. Paul showed Ginny the address where Colette had given him money previously. "Go here. It's safe and discreet. You won't bump into anyone who will recognize you." Ginny also did not want anyone to learn about her connection with a lowlife like him. She immediately searched for the address using the car's navigation. As night fell, the road grew increasingly eerie.
Colette made sure Paul was truly dead before heading to the car.Colette was on edge. Her mind was racing quickly.Elizabeth already knew about Paul's existence. She would definitely investigate the matter and use the evidence against Ginny. She'd urge Ginny to sever ties with her.Colette had to rationalize her previous interactions with Paul. It was crucial to hold on to the only lifeline she had left.Colette soon came up with a plan."Mom, why did you come here with him? Did he threaten and demand money from you? He approached me earlier and said he wanted to take me away. "I gave him all the money I had on me. I didn't tell you about this because I was afraid you would worry."He promised me that he wouldn't bother you. I didn't want him to cause you harm. How could he do such things to you?"Was he the one calling you incessantly at the hotel at night? It's all my fault. If I hadn't borrowed your phone, none of this would have happened."Ginny seemed lost. She paid no a
"Paul tried to rape Ginny? Is he out of his mind? Still, Ginny's actions fall under self-defense. Why didn't she call the police? She even buried the body. This is beyond redemption, isn't it? Damn!"Yves couldn't help but curse as he grasped the situation. "She's truly evil. Colette has a dark heart!"Ginny was selfish and foolish. While she treated everyone indifferently, Colette was an exception.Benjamin remained silent and handed the phone to Victoria.Victoria wasn't surprised at all. She took the phone and thought for a moment. "Send me the evidence. Also, send me the photos and videos of Colette's deal with Paul from the last time. Don't report it to the police for now."After passing on the instructions, Victoria returned the phone to Benjamin."Do as Mrs. Harper says.""Mrs. B, why not report it? Isn't this a great opportunity to send Colette and Ginny to prison?" Victoria tapped Benjamin's body with her fingers. "They won't escape prison. But it's still not the righ
Benjamin stood alone under the roof of the Westshore Manor and looked up at the lamp. There was no telling what was going on in his head and he was also a little out of it.The light stretched his shadow, as if he was the only person left in the whole world.It made him look even lonelier.Victoria felt as though a needle had stabbed her heart and her urge to hug him became stronger.She ran up to Benjamin and hugged him from behind, her entire body pressed against his back.Benjamin held Victoria's hands that were wrapped around his waist. His gentle voice was slightly cold. "What's wrong? What did Yves say to you?"Victoria didn't want Benjamin to know what Yves had told her. Instead, she playfully patted Benjamin on the back. "My husband's back looks pretty broad and strong. Do I need a reason to want to lean on it?"She then jumped onto Benjamin's back as soon as she finished speaking. "Benjamin, carry me upstairs."Benjamin let out a delighted laugh. "Feel free to lean on
Benjamin's blood was boiling. He reached out to grab Victoria, but she ducked and took two steps backward. She ripped the towel off her body as she pulled away from Benjamin.The young lady was wearing a seductive nightgown after her bath.Benjamin couldn't help but gulp. It was as if the fire within him was about to explode. He lunged at Victoria as if compelled. However, Victoria was prepared. She picked up the towel on the floor and ducked.Once again, Benjamin found himself empty-handed. He looked at Victoria with a stifled and depressed look. His pitiful eyes held no trace of his cold bearing in public."Do I look good?" Victoria asked.Benjamin nodded. His mouth was dry, so he picked up the red wine that had just been placed on the bedside and downed it all.After downing the wine, Benjamin looked toward Victoria. He saw that she'd already wrapped the towel back around herself again."Do you want me to take it off for you?" she asked.Benjamin wiped the wine f
Victoria was a little surprised. Then, realization dawned on her. She found the situation quite reasonable. Mockingly, she said, "Colette has perfectly inherited Paul's lack of humanity. Paul probably never dreamed he would die at the hands of his own daughter. It's karma. He deserves this retribution for causing my grandfather's death. Now, being killed by his own daughter is poetic justice!"Victoria's expression was cold. She felt no sympathy for Paul. Only when mentioning her grandfather did her eyes shimmer with a hint of emotion. "He should have died a long time ago. His earlier death would have spared many people from suffering."Benjamin held her in his arms. "I'll send these materials to the police, and then to the media." His intention was to ensure that Colette had no chance of redemption."Benjamin, are you thinking she's too ruthless and might harm me? I don't think she has that ability." Victoria leaned on Benjamin and thought for a while. "I'll call Louis."She g