Zelda had relaxed but was now tense again. She tried convincing Rebecca to drop the grim topic. "Why are you asking about that, Becca? What happened wasn't a pretty sight. If you find being at home boring, have your brothers or cousins take you out. Or you could garden in the backyard with me."She didn't understand why Rebecca wanted to know what happened on that mountain. It was too horrifying to bring up. Although Zelda hadn't witnessed the scene in person, she had seen how the paramedics carried Rachel out on the news. Even with the censoring, it was still enough to send chills down one's spine.Anyone could tell how dangerous it was on the mountain after seeing how Rachel, a member of the Winston family, looked at the end.There weren't videos online, but Zelda had seen the written reports and heard how the authorities had dug up David's corpse for an autopsy. His blood was mixed with the soil. The entire scene was a bloody mess. Just hearing about it was enough to scare Ze
After replying to Zelda's text, Caleb kept driving and peered at Rebecca. Then, he teased, "But Becca, how you've been these past few days doesn't make us feel at ease."Compared to his tone in the villa earlier, he sounded much more relaxed now.A deep sigh left Rebecca's lips as she raised her arm. "I'm a victim who lost a lot of blood. Taking a few days to rest is only normal."She was evidently making excuses.Her arm was bandaged in pristine condition when David took her away. There was no impact on the wound, and it didn't open again. Not to mention, she had also spent the past few days resting in the hospital and the villa. Her family even looked after her with the utmost care. Given those circumstances, God would only be unfair if he made her wound open up again.Besides, it also rained when Rebecca descended the mountain. She didn't even get a fever in that situation, which proved she was in good health. How could there be anything wrong with her? The blood loss w
"Becca, have you considered what comes next for you?" Caleb asked. He was steering the conversation in a new direction.They both glanced over to the beach nearby. Kids were having a blast playing volleyball on the sandy shore, while young folks in swimsuits were soaking up the sun.Caleb believed that days like these were simply perfect. Everyone gathered to enjoy life, and the core desires revolved around enjoying good food and drinks, and living well under the warm sunshine.He turned his gaze toward Rebecca and asked, "Do you have any plans to reopen the studio, or do you have other ideas?"Rebecca sighed and smiled at Caleb. She cocked her head to one side."You know, back in school, teachers were always asking what I wanted to do in the future. Even after a few years since graduating, I still can't escape that question, especially from you. It's a bit disheartening."She leaned back against the car window as a sense of loss washed over her. Caleb observed her silhouette and
Caleb recognized the familiar smile on Rebecca's face. That smile of hers used to bring him comfort in the past.They'd take walks, snap photos, and enjoy meals together as he followed her lead. However, after everything they had been through, her smile now stirred an unusual emotion in him.Rebecca sensed Caleb's concern and felt a bit helpless. Leaning against the car door, she tilted her head and said, "Caleb, seriously? I admit I felt a bit sad that someone died."But trust me, your adorable and lovable sister isn't going to be downhearted over some jerk, okay?"The person she loved was David, who seemed kind at first. However, deep down, she was aware of his true character.While she acknowledged feeling sadness over his death, she was determined not to let herself lose control. This wasn't a TV drama, and she believed a couple of days of feeling down would be sufficient.Even with the uncertainty of the future, Rebecca saw a promising path waiting to be explored. Understa
Rebecca left right after Christmas. She had been working with Sam's company for a while and couldn't help but notice that the people who became famous usually had good looks and a toned body.If given the option, she would prefer skipping the whole marriage thing and simply enjoying the company of some good-looking guys. The charming folks at the company always made her day brighter, especially when they exchanged greetings or smiled at her.Suddenly, she realized that rushing into marriage as the elders suggested might not be the best move for her. After all, she was both rich and good-looking.So, when her mother tried to set her up on a blind date right after Christmas, Rebecca quickly booked a train ticket and left Fairport. It marked the beginning of her journey around the world.It wasn't an escape from home. Instead, she would share photos in the family chat upon reaching each new city. She would send daily updates on her adventures.Rebecca wasn't just a tourist. She prefe
Rebecca had never tried brush painting before. Despite the vibrant colors of oil paintings, she believed that photos could capture the essence just fine.Therefore, she opted for the challenge of watercolor painting. With the help of online tutorials, she began practicing one step at a time.When the first snow covered the city, Rebecca created her first impressive piece of art. At the same time, a new chapter of her adventure began.Even though she disliked the cold, she decided to break away from her usual routine of heading south and, instead, set out toward the north.Eager to witness the enchanting Northern Lights, she visited the northernmost city in the country. Even though the icy city made her want to hibernate indoors, she decided to extend her stay.When Rebecca wasn't eating, she spent most of her time catching up on sleep. Occasionally, Sam's playful teasing through messages would coax her into putting on her winter coat and taking him on a tour of the town.She show
After Christmas, Rebecca decided to visit Seardale, a place that brought back a bunch of feelings for her.The last time she was there, she woke up without any memories. It was like her mind had been a blank slate. It took some time to figure out her identity and adjust to life in Seardale.Even though Georgie wasn't exactly welcoming, Rebecca still cherished the memories of their first meeting. She also relied on David, who seemed caring but turned out to be a wolf in sheep's clothing.Feeling a mix of emotions, Rebecca agreed to Ellen's invitation and hopped on a flight to Seardale.She decided to keep her plan under wraps from her family as she knew they wouldn't be happy about it. They would probably give her an earful if they found out.To throw them off, she spun a little white lie about going on a tour within the country. Even though her family had reservations about her solo travels, they respected her decision.Even though the security in the country was pretty good, her
Rebecca seemed to be walking fast, but the reality was quite the opposite. Ellen caught up with her and matched her pace.Being the nice guy he was, he helped her with the suitcase and placed the knitted hat back on her head.Rebecca turned to him and asked, "Can you handle it? Maybe I should push the suitcase myself."Ellen gave her a look. "Rebecca Johnson! Do you know it bugs guys when you ask if they can handle something? Guys can handle anything!""I was just concerned about you.""No need to be!""Okay, fine. If you want to handle it, go ahead. I'm more than happy to let you."They clashed from the moment they met. Rebecca decided to leave the luggage for Ellen to handle.Gradually, she realized her childish behavior. It seemed that being around someone immature could bring out immaturity in oneself.Ellen caught Rebecca staring and asked, "What's catching your eye?"Rebecca glanced away casually. "Oh, nothing. I'm just admiring your hair."Ellen chuckled proudly. "Wel