Although Matthew explained it tactfully, Lucy was still stunned when she heard about it. She had mentally prepared herself, but she never would have imagined that to be the reason she broke up with Timothy.Timothy broke up with her after cheating on her with another woman!If that was the case, she was not upset at all, nor did she feel even an ounce of heartbreak. It was as if she did not give a damn at all.How was this real? Just a moment ago, she was on the phone with Timothy. Now, she felt nothing toward him. Matthew carefully observed Lucy, but apart from the lifelessness in her eyes, Matthew did not notice anything unusual.He was relieved to see that his wife did not seem bothered by this.“By the way, if you fell in love with me at first sight, did you study abroad in New York too?”Lucy stared at him suspiciously.For some reason, she had a feeling that the man in front of her was lying.Matthew felt insanely guilty on the inside, but he showed no emotion on his fa
Matthew helped Cillian onto his wheelchair and pushed him out of the ward. As they left, Matthew did not forget to smile and playfully joke with Lucy, “Wifey, I’m taking Cillian out for a walk. You should get some rest and don’t overexert yourself. It’s not good for your recovery.”Meanwhile, Cillian had a deadpan expression on his face in the wheelchair.What the hell was this guy saying?What did he mean by talking Cillian out for a walk? Matthew made it sound like he was taking a dog out for a walk.Cillian was burning with anger, but at the thought of Spades, he had no choice but to endure it.If it were not for Lucy’s situation, he would have settled things with this guy today.In the ward, Lucy was bewildered. Why could they not discuss whatever they wanted to discuss here? Why did Matthew have to push a grown man out?She simply could not understand it, so she decided not to dwell on it. Instead, she lay down, covered herself with a blanket, and closed her eyes.Perhaps
Matthew fell silent.“Since you don’t have any solutions, you might as well listen to my suggestion.”Cillian took the opportunity to offer him his advice. Matthew looked at Cillian with suspicion and doubt. He wondered what an ordinary college student like Cillian could possibly come up with when even he could not come up with a solution.From his gaze, Cillian knew what he was thinking, so he glanced back at him indifferently. “My last name is Sullivan.”That sentence triggered something in Matthew’s mind. If his last name was Sullivan and he claimed to have a solution to this matter… Matthew instantly thought of a prominent political family.Most of the Sullivan family members were prominent politicians, each holding high government positions all across the country. They were known for their integrity and uprightness. They could be considered the backbone of the nation. Without them, the nation would undoubtedly suffer a huge blow.Matthew was taken aback. He never thought t
"It’s exactly because my wife has studied there that we can’t send her there. There might be people in New York who would recognize her. If that happens, all our efforts will be in vain.”Cillian retorted, rolling his eyes. “So, what you’re saying is that our efforts won’t be in vain if we send her to Charleston?”That was exactly what Matthew meant. Charleston had strict border control, so very few people could enter the country. Lucy had never been there before either, so it was unlikely that anyone would recognize her there.However, a problem arose. “She’s unfamiliar with both the people and the place. Without anyone to take care of her, won't it be dangerous for her to be alone?”Matthew looked at Cillian as if he were an idiot. “You seemed pretty smart just now. How did you turn into an idiot all of a sudden? Leon Corporation is the top global enterprise, and I have businesses in every country. I can ensure my wife’s safety in Charleston.”Cillian fell silent. In that case,
In the faraway royal palace of Charleston, the family was having their long-awaited annual gathering. Everyone at the table was having a good time.However, something was not quite right. Sitting at the head of the table, the queen was robotically cutting her steak and absentmindedly stuffing it into her mouth. Her gaze was unfocused as she was lost in thought.The king noticed that the queen was distracted, so he asked with concern, “My dear, what’s wrong? You seem preoccupied today.”The queen snapped out of her reverie and smiled at her husband. She shook her head and said, “Nothing’s wrong, my dear. I was just informed a moment ago that our precious little princess has been found. I believe that she’ll be brought back very soon.”She lowered her head, her eyes filled with infinite anticipation. “I wonder what kind of personality our little princess has. Will she be as adorable as Charlotte? Just thinking about it makes me so excited.”The king shook his head helplessly and loo
Prince Theodore, who was also sitting at the dinner table, overheard the conversation between Juliana and Charlotte. He was filled with immense joy.He had an outgoing and gentle nature. The thought of having a new little sister warmed his heart. While the Charleston royal family tended to be quite reserved toward outsiders, family members were an exception.At that moment, the butler hastily entered the room with a panicked expression and rushed to King Arthur's side, neglecting the usual formalities.Arthur frowned in annoyance, staring at the butler disapprovingly. “Wells, what’s the matter with you? You’ve been with me for over a decade, yet you forget even the most basic courtesy?”Wells bowed his head in shame, apologizing to Arthur. “I’m terribly sorry, Your Majesty. It wasn’t intentional, but I have an extremely urgent matter I must report to you.”Surprised by the butler’s uncharacteristic urgency, Arthur grew curious. He told Wells, “What could be this urgent? Slow down.
Lucy was sleeping soundly in the ward until the sound of the door opening startled her awake. Usually, such a slight noise would not disturb her, but it was probably due to her feeling uneasy.As soon as she heard the familiar voices, her eyes were wide open. She found it strange that she could not fall back asleep after waking up. Closing her eyes did not help either, so she decided to sit up.Cillian and Matthew did not notice Lucy at first. They assumed that she was still sleeping until they saw her sitting up, wide awake. Matthew looked at her with concern, “Wifey, why don’t you sleep a little longer? Did we wake you up by opening the door?”Listening to how Matthew called her 'wifey', Lucy blushed in embarrassment. She shook her head and said, “No, it’s not that. The door wasn’t that loud.“By the way, have you two finished your discussion?”Before Matthew could respond, Lucy interrupted him by asking him a question first. To be frank, she did not have any memories with Matth
Matthew understood his wife’s microexpressions very well. He looked at her apologetically and said, “I’m sorry, but based on the information we’ve gathered so far, there’s a high chance that you were targeted because of me.”Bewildered, Lucy blinked her eyes and asked, “Why?”Matthew sighed. It seemed like his wife had completely forgotten about him and who he was.After a brief pause, he decided to properly introduce himself to her so that his wife would at least know something about her husband.He gazed earnestly into her eyes and said, “Lulu, I’m Matthew Leon, the CEO of Leon Corporation. I'm the number one businessman in the world.“It might be due to business reasons. My business rivals might have regarded you as a vulnerability.”Matthew frowned. He was still unsure about this conclusion, but it was the best explanation he could come up with for now.Meanwhile, Lucy was shocked to learn about Matthew's identity.How could she have married such a powerful man? The fact th
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