Lena had been busy the entire day. It was only now that she recalled Victoria had gone out early in the morning to look for Benjamin.She asked, "Did you meet Benjamin Harper? How did your conversation go? Can he remember you now?"Lena paused for a moment before continuing, "According to the rules, Benjamin isn't eligible because he's not from the Hughes clan. But he currently holds the biggest secret of the Hughes clan, it'll decide the fate of the clan."Nobody would oppose him even if he insists on marrying you, let alone joining the groom selection."If you can keep him in the Hughes clan, those people might just offer you to him instead. That's the reason why the Bennett family is now trying their best to butter him up."She continued, "We've been back here for two days already, but Jackalyn and the others did not come causing trouble for us."That's because Benjamin Harper had accused her of her crimes, and the elders have locked Jackalyn up just to ease his anger."Victo
It was extremely quiet during the night.Suddenly, the sound of things being thrown around could be heard from Jackalyn's home.She asked, "When are you letting me out?"Sebastian was sitting in front of her. He was still wearing the same attire as the one he wore when he parted ways with Lena.Sebastian lost the friendly smile on his face when he was facing Jackalyn.He sneered, "You're still thinking of going out? If it weren't for you, Benjamin Harper wouldn't have known about the Hughes clan."He wouldn't have found us here, and the Hughes clan's secret wouldn't have been acquired by him."You're deserving of this punishment! Since things have come to this, we can only follow Benjamin Harper's wishes. You'll stay here as long as this matter has not been settled!"He continued, "If you called me over just to get you out of here, I'll tell you that it's impossible to do so! You don't need to call for my father, he can't make that decision, either!"Jackalyn's face was colore
Jackalyn had a vicious glint in her eyes. She barked with intense hatred, "How dare you!"Seeing that the situation was not in their favor, Silas immediately stood before Victoria.However, Victoria didn't seem scared or worried in the least. Instead, she nudged him aside. Flicking her hair, she stared at Jackalyn like she was looking at a fool.Jackalyn hit the roof. Pointing at Victoria, she wanted to instruct Sebastian to finish her off.But she was outraged, and no words came out of her open mouth. Her body felt stiff and was trembling all over.She looked like she would pass out anytime. Victoria noticed that and burst out laughing."Who told you I sneaked out? Are you stupid? How could I have found this place if I had to move stealthily?"Still smiling, she looked at Sebastian meaningfully. "Will you kill me, Mr. Veron?"He noticed she looked unperturbed, and her pretty eyes were like two glimmering pools of water.He smiled and shook his head. "No, I won't. You're the d
Sebastian's expression turned cold as he looked at Victoria.She was standing only inches away from him and immediately detected the change in his emotions. That topic was his Achilles' heel, just like Benjamin was to her.Their gazes met. Sebastian stepped further away from her."I won't tell you, Ms. Victoria. There are some matters that you're better off not knowing about."It sounded like a reminder and a warning.Victoria asked, "It's not the first time Jackalyn has threatened you, right? Do you want to be under the control of such a jerk for the rest of your life?"You'll have to risk it to change the situation. She's counting on you to help her son out. She's the one asking you for a favor!""You're one to keep grudges. Do you not hate me? Aren't you going to pay me back for what I've done?"She averted her gaze. "You were forced to do that, no? If you hadn't gone easy on me, I wouldn't have survived."Victoria had fallen into the ocean because of Jackalyn, and Sebastia
After Victoria fled the scene, she waited near the door. Sebastian casually strode out from the main entrance before long.He walked swiftly, but the hem of his shirt was still. He carried himself like a true nobleman. As the wind played with his hair, his dashing features looked gentle and compassionate.Victoria occasionally watched period dramas. After meeting Sebastian, she now thought the male leads' bearings in those dramas were just as awful as those in cringy action movies.He was a perfect gentleman, second to none. She would never believe he was wicked like Jackalyn, who deserved the worst kind of death. The face was the index of the mind, and he didn't look like a villain."That was fast, Mr. Veron." Victoria was in a good mood. She had just beaten up someone she had longed to beat and vented her resentment.When she saw him, she walked out with Silas following behind.Sebastian pointed at the carriage. Smiling, he gestured for her to go first. His smile was mesmerizin
Sebastian was always smiling. But when he said that, his face hardened with a killing intent."I don't agree with you." Victoria looked solemn. "Why do you blame women whenever a problem arises, like certain historical figures in the past?"Jackalyn is a nasty person, indeed. But the problem lies in the Hughes clan, no? In other words, it stems from the greed and selfishness in most, if not all, humans."How did Jackalyn find out about the Hughes Clan? And how did she cross the barrier? Considering her capabilities, she wouldn't have been able to accomplish that feat."Someone from the clan brought her here for some reason. At the end of the day, you guys are having an internal dispute, and the culprit may be a man."Besides, Jackalyn couldn't have manipulated the clan even if she was the chief's wife, given the social status of women here. So, it wasn't her who led the Hughes clan astray."Sebastian slowed to a stop as he listened to her. Staring at her, he was evidently astound
Victoria looked at Silas. "Who told you I want to be the chieftess? I wasn't referring to myself. I'm just an imposter. I'm talking about Ms. Frost. She's a woman, right?"Anyhow, we can't let Jackalyn get what she wants. Otherwise, Ms. Frost will have a tough time here. As for what happened last night …"She pointed at him warningly, "Don't tell Ms. Frost about it."He chuckled. "Do I get a reward for not telling?"She retracted her finger and waved her fist at him.Silas said, "You must tell me when you visit the Chadler family. And …"He looked left and right before leaning closer. He whispered, "Take me with you when you leave this place.""Isn't this your hometown? Don't you like it here?"Running his fingers through his hair, he tilted his chin upward. He struck a pose that he thought looked cool."I'm used to the indulgent lifestyle outside and don't like it here. It's still the Hughes clan, but things have changed."In the outside world, he could avoid conflicts and s
Victoria snapped out of her sleepiness. Her hazy mind cleared up instantly. "He's what?"She sat upright in bed. She continued in a nasal tone, "What do you mean?"Wendy got up from the chair and sat on the edge of the bed. She looked excited. "It's almost the same as what you're going through."He'll choose someone he likes among the women from the Hughes clan and marry her. The only difference is you can only pick one husband, but he can choose many women."You've watched in movies how monarchs choose their concubines, right? That's the gist of it. Victoria, look at what he's doing to you. Maybe you can just—""When did you get the news?""Just this afternoon. It's first-hand news, straight from the oven. Those from mediocre families may not have even received word of it."Victoria sensed her excitement and glared at her. "How is this good news? Are you enjoying this?"Wendy realized she was too excited and covered her mouth with her hands. Then, she let go and said, "No, I m