”Who the heck are you? You'd better give me your name. I’m warning you, don’t you dare lay a hand on my bestie!” Chelsea shot to fury after she heard a man’s voice on the other end of the line.Hearing such threats would have made anyone else angry, but Matthew simply smiled and gave the phone back to Lucy. He told her, “Your bestie has something to say to you.”Lucy glared at him. How bold of him to snatch her phone away from her!However, her angry expression only elicited a chuckle from Matthew.Chelsea’s voice was heard from the other end. “Lulu, who’s that man? Don’t worry, he won’t dare do anything to you after I warned him. Tell me where you are. I’ll go rescue you right now!”Lucy was comforted by her best friend’s words. Glancing at Matthew, who was driving, she let out a chuckle. “Chelsea, don’t worry. I’m fine. That man is my husband.”When she said the word 'husband', she could not help but blush and lower her voice.Chelsea was so shocked that she did not respond fo
Lucy had indeed never thought about it before, but she did not care about Matthew's background.If he could afford to live in this house, he must not be a gambling addict or a thug.As for whether he was a freeloader, she had yet to find out.Ignoring Melanie’s voice on the other end, Lucy started getting lost in thought.Her lack of response made Melanie so angry she yelled, “Lucy, you'd better come back right now and bring that man with you. If you don’t come back, you’ll be sorry!”Lucy frowned at Melanie’s threat and let out a sigh.She knew that it was just an empty threat, but whenever her family pulled such tricks, they would succeed in frightening her. After hanging up, Lucy leaned on the sofa tiredly. She did not even notice Matthew come in.“What’s wrong?” Lucy was alerted by the deep voice ringing in her ears. She turned to look at the handsome man staring at her with a hand in his pocket.Lucy forced a miserable smile. “You have to come with me to my house. My mot
Lucy shrugged. “I told you, I’m married. Believe it or not, it’s up to you.”After saying her piece, she turned to leave with Matthew.Melanie angrily pulled Lucy back. She pointed at Matthew’s nose and cursed, “I’ll make you pay for deceiving my daughter, you freeloader!”“The hundred thousand dollars—take it or leave it.” Matthew’s patience had reached its limit. Ignoring Melanie’s curses behind him, he left with Lucy.Embarrassed, Lucy said, “I’m sorry you had to see that.”Matthew smiled at her and asked, “Do you think I’m a freeloader?”She froze for a second before shaking her head and stammering the words, “I-I don’t think so. You live in a nice house… You have a nice car…”“But the thought has crossed your mind, right?” Matthew watched her flustered reaction.Being stared down like that, Lucy had no choice but to nod.There was a gleam in Matthew’s eyes when he smiled. “Congratulations, you’re right!”“Huh? A-Are you really a freeloader?” Lucy looked disappointed.Sh
For the first time ever, Matthew did not go to the office building to work. Instead, he chose to work at home for the day.After having the meal Lucy made this afternoon, Matthew told Cece to let Lucy take over the cooking duties from now on.Cece was more happy than she was shocked.Matthew loved Lucy so much that he even loved her cooking!His grandmother would be very happy if she knew.Lucy had been scrolling on her phone the entire day. Her entire feed was about Timothy and Luna's wedding.Although they still went through with the wedding, it was done in such a hasty and awkward manner.In short, the wedding was not as spectacular as everyone expected.After the CEO of Lucas Corporation, Aaron, left in a hurry, the wedding was thrown into chaos.Luna's and Timothy's horrified faces, as seen in the video, made Lucy laugh.Was this karma?Wait a minute, it was Matthew who helped her take revenge! Although she did not know how Matthew manipulated Lucas Corporation’s share
It was 10:00 pm at night.After Matthew finished up his work, he went into the room and sighed when he noticed the empty king-sized bed.He walked in to get his pajamas before taking a shower.When he lay on the bed, he could not sleep at all.Hence, he got up and went to the next room.After gently opening the door, a smile graced his face.His wife was completely unsuspecting.He climbed into her bed and noticed that Lucy did not react at all. After making sure that she was deep asleep, Matthew lay down and held her in his arms.The unfamiliar smell made Lucy squirm, igniting a fire inside of him.Then, Lucy found herself in a comfortable position with her arms wrapped around him. She stuck to him closely like an octopus.Matthew started to regret his decision. What was he thinking when he came into Lucy’s room? He could forget about sleeping tonight! He resisted his burning desire and the urge to get on top of her. He just stared at the ceiling with his eyes wide open th
Lucy got busy drawing comics all morning. She drew about the time she met Matthew after getting betrayed by that asshole.She was so focused on drawing that she did not realize that it was already lunchtime.Finally, a phone call broke her concentration. She grabbed her phone and smiled when she saw who was calling. She said, “Hello, is there anything I can help you with?”Matthew’s already expressionless face grew even colder. He frowned after hearing such a formal greeting from her. He said, “It’s noon. Have you eaten?”Lucy was surprised. How was it noon already? She was so busy that she did not even realize so much time had passed.Matthew chuckled at her lack of response. “I haven’t eaten either. Let’s have lunch together.”“Oh, okay,” Lucy responded a second later.“Where are you?”“At my company.”“I’ll be there in ten minutes.”Lucy hung up with a smile on her face. How could he get here in ten minutes? Regardless of whether he could arrive in ten minutes, Lucy starte
Lucy quickly realized what he meant, so she pressed her hands onto his chest and said panickedly, “D-Don’t you come near me!”“You want me to come near you?” As always, the man’s voice was deep and pleasant to the ears.After meeting his intense gaze, Lucy tried to move away. “No! Let me go!”Matthew caught a glimpse of the skin beneath her collarbone, and his gaze deepened.Did she not know how attractive she looked right now?Matthew had been averse to women for the past 28 years. She was the only woman who could make him feel like this time and time again.God must have sent her here to torture him.Matthew withdrew his hands and took a couple of steps back, distancing himself from Lucy.After calming herself down, she said to the charismatic man firmly, “You should apologize!”“Aren’t you my wife?” he responded steadfastly.His answer drove her crazy!Why could he not say pleasant-sounding words?“I didn’t do anything to you. I said that I'd court you, so that’s what I’
Lucy took a bite of the meatloaf and shot a smile at Matthew.The nervous Matthew looked at her and asked, “How is it? Is it good?”It felt nice to see him so antsy. Lucy replied, “It’s delicious.”It really did taste good. The meat was tender and juicy.Lucy tried all the dishes and complimented him, “Matthew, you’re quite the cook.”After getting her approval, Matthew sat down and grinned from ear to ear like a happy child.He did not eat much. Instead, he kept putting more food on Lucy’s plate.Lucy almost teared up. No one had been this nice to her in many years.When he saw her reach for more ribs, he said, “I’ll eat every meal with you from now on, and we’ll have all your favorite foods. No matter what it is you want to do, I’ll do it with you!”His sudden statement made Lucy freeze, but her heart was pounding.No one had ever said that to her.She was doubtful about how she felt. She had loved Timothy for so many years, so how could she suddenly develop feelings for a
As Gabriella examined the luxurious clothes, bags, shoes, and pants, she could not help but feel that Lucy was completely unappreciative of such treasures. She failed to utilize them to enhance her appearance! They spent quite a while going through the various garments and accessories, yet there were still items they had not finished checking out.Lucy gave an awkward smile, acknowledging her own laziness. After a long search, Gabriella finally found a piece that caught her eye. As she checked the tag, she was surprised to find that the dress was designed by a renowned French designer. It featured a V-neck, with simple yet elegant sleeves that revealed a hint of Lucy's arms, while the skirt was a refined and tailored fit.Gabriella held up the dress against Lucy, murmuring to herself, “Hmm, this one’s nice! You should try it on!” Even though she spoke to Lucy in a tone reminiscent of an older sister, she still maintained her authority as a mother-in-law. It made her words both
Since the previous incident, Lucy had become increasingly attentive to her children. She watched over them at nearly every moment. She feared that Charlotte might seize any chance to harm the children, so she remained vigilant and meticulous, avoiding any lapses. In her eyes, Matthew Leon and the children represented her entire world, and she could not afford even the slightest mishap.One day, Gabriella Sharpe visited their home. She arrived as lively as ever, wearing impeccably applied makeup that included an expensive shade of lipstick. Her appearance radiated the elegance of a woman of high social standing, making her stand out among the people on the street.Lucy welcomed Gabriella warmly, treating her with utmost respect. It created an atmosphere of family harmony. Gabriella settled into a chair, savoring the fruit that Lucy offered her. She held Johnny closely, reluctant to part with him. She showered him with compliments and laughter."Mom, you seem to be in a great mood l
Matthew noticed Lucy’s absent-mindedness and asked gently, "Lulu, what’s on your mind?"“Oh, nothing… I just think what happened to Charlotte is so sudden,” Lucy replied.“Don’t worry about it. It has nothing to do with us. She was always trying to harm you. Her fate is something she brought upon herself.” Matthew patted her head comfortingly.However, Lucy found it suspicious. Although the news reported Charlotte’s assassination and that the monastery had burned down to ashes, it did not mention her body. That kind of crucial detail would not have been overlooked by the media.Matthew had also considered this possibility, but he had kept it to himself to avoid alarming Lucy. Charlotte had been sent to the monastery because of him and Lucy, and she had to harbor a deep hatred for them. If she managed to orchestrate her own escape, what if she was now seeking help from Spades to target Lucy? That would be dangerous.“Lulu, don’t worry. I won’t let anything happen to you or the ch
With nothing left to hold onto, Charlotte walked down the empty streets, her heart heavy with despair. She wore a black veil that covered her completely, revealing only her eyes. She even had on dark sunglasses. She dared not walk in the open or be seen, nor did she dare expose Juliana’s crimes to the world.She used to be a princess. Everything she had done, every privilege and indulgence, was backed by Arthur and Juliana’s love and permission. Now that her supporters had betrayed her, what right did she have to be reckless or demand anything? Surviving itself was a luxury. How could she even think of acting willfully?As she wandered in anguish, Charlotte found herself by the river. She remembered coming here with Arthur and Juliana when she was a child, laughing and walking along the bank. Now, each memory felt painfully ironic, and every kiss from Juliana seemed sickening. How could her world be so false? How could even the people she trusted most turn against her?Charlotte cou
Charlotte continued to hide within the castle, unwilling to leave and equally unwilling to let anyone know she was alive—unless they promised never to send her back to the monastery. However, she doubted that would happen, so she kept to the shadows. After all, the castle had plenty of food. It was far better than anything at the monastery.One night, Charlotte quietly slipped into Arthur and Juliana's bedroom. To her surprise, Arthur was not there, and only Juliana was present. 'Dad must be too upset to sleep,' Charlotte thought. She knew him well—whenever he was troubled, he would retreat to the study rather than go to bed.As she watched her beloved mother, a tiny bit of her resolve wavered. Juliana looked utterly exhausted, as if she had lost a lot of weight in just a few days. Charlotte had a sudden urge to go in and comfort her, but she knew that was impossible. Charlotte realized that seeing someone through a wall of separation was the most painful thing of all.Just as
The next morning, news of the assassination attempt on Charlotte was sensationalized across all media outlets. The internet was flooded with headlines about her close brush with death, sparking worldwide shock. No one could believe that Charlotte, notorious for her arrogance and harsh treatment of offenders, could have been targeted like this. Many who resented her strict, often cruel ways were both thrilled and stunned by the news. The royal family immediately tightened security at the monastery, dispatching a large police force to investigate what had happened. The monastery became a focal point of public intrigue.“What? That's impossible! How could there be no trace?” Juliana exclaimed in disbelief. Standing before her was the chief forensic investigator.“Yes, Your Majesty, there's no sign of Princess Charlotte’s remains,” the investigator confirmed firmly.“Fine, I understand. Leave me, and keep me informed if anything changes,” Juliana replied, pressing her fingers to her
As the footsteps came closer, Charlotte held her breath, not daring to make a sound. Suddenly, a shadowy figure appeared—it was clear they were targeting her. She watched as the figure approached the bed, moving so quietly it was as if they made no sound at all. What could they possibly be planning? Surely, the headmistress would not go this far?The figure drew closer to the bed, bundled up the pillows and blankets, and then doused something over them. Charlotte could smell it—it was gasoline! Was the headmistress planning to kill her to silence her? She froze, unable to move. The shadow struck a match and dropped it onto the bed. In an instant, flames surged up from the blankets.In the fire’s glow, Charlotte could make out that it was not the headmistress but a man. After setting the fire, he quickly slipped away without making a single sound. Charlotte crept out while stifling a cough, afraid he might hear and return. The flames grew quickly, engulfing the bed and spreading t
Over the past year or so, Charlotte had gradually come to understand that the world was not just about picturesque landscapes and lavish feasts. In the shadows, beyond her sight, lay a world full of schemes and deception. Despite her ongoing attempts to plot against Lucy Quinn, she had not noticed this aspect at all until she arrived at the monastery. Here, she realized how dark human nature could truly be.The women at the monastery constantly criticized and belittled her, while the headmistress was corrupt, using her position for personal vendettas. She was also driven by greed for wealth and status. All Charlotte wanted was to escape this dreadful place and return to her castle. She wanted to go back to her plush, comfortable bed. There, she led a life surrounded by maids tending to her every need.Thinking of this, she remembered Lucy and envisioned her seated in her rightful place, basking in the affection of Arthur and Juliana. She could see Lucy's haughty expression starin
In a moment of heat, Charlotte blurted everything out. Joan was dumbfounded! Was this really Charlotte? She usually did not talk this much, did she? It was not just Joan who was shocked; the headmistress across from Charlotte was equally taken aback. Charlotte was usually so obedient. How had her tongue turned so venomous today? The headmistress was left speechless as every word Charlotte said was so reasonable that no one could argue against it, and it even warranted some compliments! Although Charlotte was confronting the headmistress, each of her statements felt like a plea for justice.Charlotte was not done yet and continued, “Since you know I’m a princess, you should give me some consideration. Yet, in reality, I’m the one giving you all the consideration. Is that reasonable?” Charlotte’s arguments were layered and logical, her thoughts clear. It left the headmistress in a muddle while Joan looked on with envy! The headmistress glanced at Charlotte, feeling quite displease