"Of course. What makes you think I won't return?"Rebecca sounded confused."You said that my sister-in-law is about to give birth and promised to take me to see my little nephew. If I don't go back, how can we visit them together?"She seemed innocent, puzzled, and surprised at the same time.If an outsider was listening to their conversation, it might seem like she was playing dumb or even being sarcastic with the person on the phone. However, only David knew the truth.After undergoing brain surgery and spending several months in a coma, Rebecca's memory was like a blank slate. Those around her were the ones filling it in.Although she had common sense, humans played mind games.Daniel believed he knew the girl he had shaped after her memory was wiped. So, he didn't doubt the meaning behind her words.Holding the phone, he fell silent briefly. Then, he replied gently, "Alright. I'll wait for you at home then. When your mother's condition improves, I'll have Ellen come pick
Rebecca blinked and asked tentatively, "Is he that bad?"She had no idea how evil he was.That was the largest concession Sam could make.Thinking about the things David had done in the past, Sam wished he could throw David into the sea. Why didn't that lunatic die in the sea? Why did he have to find Rebecca?He would rather it was Daniel who found her.Yet, it just had to be that madman, David!Rebecca cautiously scanned her brother's expression and got a sense of the situation. She decided to hold back the words she had on the tip of her tongue.Since Sam had made himself clear, there was no use talking now.Moreover, she could tell from their recent phone conversations that they had deep-rooted grudges. It wouldn't be so easy to resolve the misunderstandings.She would have to wait to hear both sides of the story and then decide how to address the misunderstandings. Of course, she didn't know that this misunderstanding could never be resolved.She was also oblivious
"Becca, it's really you!"The man hugged her so tightly that it felt like he might crush her bones. Rebecca felt somewhat suffocated."Who are you? Let me go!" Rebecca exclaimed. She then pushed the man away with her elbow and delivered a powerful kick to his abdomen.She had learned a lot of self-defense moves during her four years in Seardale.After all, that place was a melting pot of people from all walks of life. Things considered illegal or criminal in her home country were commonplace there.If she didn't learn some self-defense skills, pretty girls like her could easily be abducted off the streets and end up in situations she didn't want to think about.She felt more safe after returning to her home country. But she didn't forget the self-defense skills she had picked up.Her kick was precisely aimed. It grazed past the man's thigh. He clung to the nearby car for support and couldn't straighten up for some time.Rebecca snorted. "Idiot, you should think twice before h
David's voice came from behind. The Jenkins brothers instantly turned to look at him.As they laid eyes on David, their faces fell.This must be the only moment they seemed to have chemistry. Their expressions looked exactly the same.They were angry at him for kidnapping Rebecca and taking her away. Meanwhile, Ryan also despised him for setting the fire that disfigured Daniel's face. He nearly took Daniel's life.Unfortunately, nobody cared about their anger.David cast a detached glance at them before leisurely approaching Rebecca. He assumed a protective posture.Staring at her, he said gently, "Is everything sorted out at the hospital?"Rebecca nodded but then shook her head. "The doctors said my mom is temporarily out of danger. But she needs proper rest and care in the days to come. Otherwise, her health will deteriorate. So, I might have to visit the hospital frequently in the coming days."David responded with a hum. "I need to visit the hospital too. Shall we come toge
Sam chuckled mockingly. "We don't deserve your concern. Mr. Jenkins, just worry about yourself."Sam had been polite to him in the past for the sake of his friendship with Rebecca.But when Rebecca went missing after falling into the sea four years ago, he tried to persuade everyone to accept the fact that she was gone. Sam was deeply disgusted.Everybody knew the chances of surviving were slim if someone jumped into the sea.Rebecca had also jumped into the lake at Tillfort Peaks. At least they could drain the lake and find the body.But the sea was a different case. Rebecca was most probably dead.Everyone knew that. But they continued the search to keep a glimmer of hope in their hearts.Sometimes, people refused to accept reality. They wanted to continue living in their imaginations.However, Ryan wanted to be the only sober one. He went around and broke everybody's fantasies that they had woven for themselves. He wanted to reveal the harsh reality.Fortunately, the curren
Sam let out a cold laugh when he heard Maxwell's words.Maxwell made everything sound so simple. He wanted Sam to tell Rebecca the truth and make her realize David's true colors.It was absurd.If things were that simple, he would have explained everything to Rebecca while they waited for Zelda to come out of the emergency room.He heard Rebecca's conversation with that madman. It was clear that she had special feelings for David.Perhaps even she herself didn't realize the subtle change in her tone when she talked to David.Sam noticed everything when he watched her from the side.She subconsciously depended on David. It showed how much she trusted him. Even if he told her the truth, there was no guarantee she would believe him.Many things lacked physical evidence. Words alone wouldn't be enough to convince a stranger, let alone Rebecca, who wholeheartedly trusted David.Take the incident of them falling into the sea. They hadn't witnessed it themselves. How could they accur
Meanwhile, Rebecca returned to the Seabound Mansion with David. She was unaware of the series of disputes at the hospital after she left.She had been feeling hungry since they left the hospital.She didn't know how long it would take for David to prepare such a complicated dish.She was starving by the time they finished grocery shopping."Here, have some of these first."Suddenly, David tossed a plastic bag into Rebecca's arms. She was startled.When she regained her composure, she noticed that the bag contained small cakes, a box of egg tarts, and a loaf of whole-grain bread.She was surprised. "When did you buy these?"They had only browsed the grocery area in the supermarket. David had shown no interest in the snacks section as he disliked junk foods. At the checkout, he even removed a box of candy, which she secretly slipped into the shopping bag.David glanced at the girl, who was happily enjoying her snacks. Smiling, he replied, "I bought them when I went to get the fi
According to David, her relationship with Maxwell had resulted from a previous romantic failure.In Rebecca's opinion, if she couldn't spend her life with the person she loved, she would probably choose to be with someone she could get along with comfortably.She thought carefully and realized that Maxwell had quite good looks.Standing at about 6 feet tall, he had well-defined features and a handsome face.However, his eyes were concealed behind glasses. It made it difficult for her to gauge his true nature.If not for the impolite behavior he had displayed when they first met, Rebecca believed she wouldn't have had a strong aversion to him.At the very least, he should be someone she could get along with fairly well.They must have started out as friends, and he would have pursued her with politeness and courtesy. It wasn't a surprise that she had chosen him.Unfortunately, she had a negative impression of him now.Rebecca didn't dwell on this matter any further. The car soo