As Victoria had wished for, she ended up weak in her knees. Benjamin had to carry her back to their room.The next day, Ethan called her when she was washing up in the bathroom.Benjamin picked up the call."Hello.""Where's Vicky?"It was already after 10:00 pm when he ended his call with Logan last night. Ethan was worried that he might disturb Victoria's rest if he called that late. Hence he waited until now.His mood turned sour when he heard Benjamin's voice.Benjamin was in a good mood as it was his and Victoria's first time in the study last night. As such, he did not immediately hang up on Ethan and have him blocked.He calmly replied, "She's washing up. You can just tell me whatever you want to tell her."Ethan blurted out, "Why is she only washing up now?"Benjamin's lips curled upward. He replied as if he was provoking Ethan and showing off at the same time. "She was too tired after last night. We slept in."Ethan's mood worsened. "Why are you so shameless, Benjam
The other staff of the Warde family saw what was happening. She quickly shut the door and blocked off the exit.Ginny looked at her and rolled her eyes. Suddenly, she became very angry."How dare you still show your face, Colette? Are you here to hurt my Victoria again? I won't be fooled by you again. Fuck off!"The "Colette" who was standing by the entrance was baffled. She explained, "No, Mrs. Jameson. I'm not …""You're still trying to quibble. I won't be deceived by you again! Are you trying to harm Victoria? I … I'll beat you to death!"Ginny shielded "Victoria" behind her and jumped onto "Colette"."Colette" struggled for help.Louis and "Victoria" went to help her out and pulled Ginny aside.Ginny sat on the bed with a sorrowful look. She started wailing."Are you blaming me, Victoria?"You're definitely blaming me. I made an unforgivable mistake. You shouldn't forgive me!"She hugged a pillow and cradled it as if it were a baby. "No, you should just forgive me. Can y
The call was from Rex. "Have you been busy recently, Aunt Victoria?"His voice sounded low and depressed. It was as if he was worried that Victoria would say that she was busy. He then hurriedly continued before she could even answer."I accidentally overheard Great-grandpa and Granduncle Abraham's conversation. Tim, Steve, and my uncle were caught by a group of atrocious drug dealers."Those people are cunning and their demands are crazy. They said they'd kill my brother and the others otherwise. It'll be hard to rescue them. I know I shouldn't ask you for this, Aunt Victoria, but I …"Rex was choking on emotions at the end of his words.Victoria's sleepiness had evaporated suddenly. She looked solemn. "Are you sure? Don't be too anxious. Let me call Uncle Abraham and ask about the situation."Benjamin noticed something was not right. He then asked, "What happened?""It seemed like Rex and the others were caught. It should be those people whom Uncle Abraham had mentioned before
Ethan looked at Victoria. His brows furrowed as he thought about it.He drummed his fingers on the table. "There are people from the Summers family among the hostages right, Vicky? You're digging my grave for me!"Yves looked at Victoria. "People from the Summers family? Who are they?"Yves mimicked the way Ethan had acted and thought about it seriously.But he couldn't understand it after thinking for a good while."How can you tell it was related to the Summers family?"Why couldn't Yves figure that out himself?Victoria ignored Yves and answered Ethan, "It was indeed someone from the Summers family. What, do you think they are undeserving?""The Summers family is Benjamin's maternal family. They're also his backing. Aren't you worried?""Worried about what?""Worried that I'll join forces with those people and overthrow the entire Summers family!"Yves bit his tongue in shock and looked at Victoria.Victoria stared at Ethan. Her gaze was full of trust. "I trust that you
Ethan's expression changed out of shock. He looked at Victoria and was met with her cold and scrutinizing gaze."You'll need a certain amount for it to cause harm to the body, no matter what it is. You've only had it once, and it's from smoke inhalation."It wouldn't affect your fertility unless there was something wrong with your body in the first place."You … Didn't you do it with Vicky that night, Benjamin? Have you not thought about experiencing that sort of physical pleasure again?"Victoria pointed at Benjamin and said seriously, "Tell the truth.""I have. A normal person wouldn't be able to resist the pleasure brought by that thing. It was very addictive, but I'm not an ordinary person."Yves looked at the way Benjamin was reliving the memories. He was extremely curious."Tell us how it felt like, Ben. Did it bring ecstasy? It must be good stuff if you're even saying that."Do you still have some, Ethan? I'll try it!"The way Ethan looked at Yves was as if he was looki
Yves quickly ran as soon as he saw that the situation wasn't right.After Yves left, Victoria looked at Benjamin. She then called him in a honeyed tone, "Benjamin."Benjamin had a straight face. He was stubborn. "I'll disguise myself as Ethan's underling and go with him. You can help us from the outside."Victoria had also put away her cheeky smile. She firmly rejected him."No way! Do you think those people are stupid? Drug traffickers are all smart, and none of them are easy to fool."I'll still stand firm on my previous point. I'll sneak in with Ethan and you can help from the outside."You're powerful, smart, resourceful, and capable, Benjamin. You'd be able to handle it even if anything happens. This is the safest way to do it!"Victoria stared at Benjamin as she tried her best to persuade him."Are you hesitant because you're worried about my safety, or are you worried about me and Ethan?"Benjamin's lips were pursed. The atmosphere was beyond icy.It was the first time
Victoria listened to Isaac's blunt and incisive analysis at the side. She couldn't help but be in awe.With age came wisdom after all.Benjamin glanced at Victoria. He calmly answered Isaac, "Just get someone to investigate if you're worried."He then ended the call.Benjamin stared at Victoria. "Are you keeping something from me?"Victoria smiled like she was in a good mood. She denied, "What do I have to keep from you?"Even if there is, that means you're not supposed to know about this, and I also don't want you to know about it. You shouldn't be asking me about it further."Jamie had told Isaac that he had fallen in love and was considering marriage. It seemed like the fish was already on the hook now.Benjamin tactfully stopped asking."What about Ethan's account number? Has he sent it over yet?"Victoria glanced at her phone and passed it over to Benjamin."Copy and send it to me."Victoria then copied the account number and sent it to Benjamin."I'll give Quinton a
Looking worried, Victoria rested her chin on her hands.Yves tensed up upon seeing that. He asked nervously, "What is it?"Victoria's brows furrowed. She said with a solemn expression, "I'm just a little concerned about Benjamin."You saw how he was at the Harper manor. Going to the Lacus Triangle will be very dangerous. What if—"Yves blurted out, "Then don't go!""What about Timothy and the rest? Do you think Benjamin will just leave them high and dry?"Yves sighed. He looked stressed, too. Giving up on them was not an option. "But Ben will be worried if you go!""And I'll be worried if he goes."The topic was left hanging in the air.Another two hours passed. It was slightly over 10:00 pm when Quinton left the study. Yves saw him off personally.The moment they were out of Benjamin's sight, Yves put his arm around Quinton's shoulders. "What took you so long? What were you guys talking about?""We talked about work."Yves nudged him. "I don't believe you. Talking about wo