Lucy and Matthew finished their breakfast quietly. After the waiters took away their plates, Matthew took Lucy's hand.“Let’s go. I’ll take you to have some fun.”To his surprise, Lucy took a step back and shook her head. “No thank you. I suddenly remembered that I have something to do.”Matthew was a little confused. “What is it? I thought you were free.”He recalled Lucy’s schedule and remembered that she did not have anything planned for the day.Lucy was free, but she was reminded of what happened previously. She lowered her emotionless gaze.“A lot of things have been going on at my company. I’ve already taken a few days off. I can’t ignore matters there any longer.”Matthew understood now. “Your comic company?”Lucy nodded.“Okay, I’ll send you there.”He did not want to get in the way of his wife’s important business. Besides, they could have a vacation anytime they wanted.Matthew changed his mind on the spot and turned to take her to the underground parking lot.Lu
Matthew felt wrongly accused and said innocently, “How am I a head-turner?”Lucy rolled her eyes. “You're asking me that? Every time we go out, all eyes are on you.“So many beautiful women look at you, and some of the bolder ones would even come up to ask for your number,” The more she spoke, the more sour her face got.Matthew laughed and patted her head. “Were the women who asked for my number pretty? I think my wife is prettier.”“You’re just saying that to please me!” Lucy turned away to avoid looking at him.Feeling helpless, Matthew smiled without a word.Silly woman! How naive of her. It was not just women who went up to him for his number…Those horny men all lost their balance when they caught sight of Lucy. Several had wanted to approach her and strike up a conversation, but Matthew blocked them all. She just had no idea about it.If possible, there was no need for his wife to ever find out.All she needed was him.Unaware of his thoughts, Lucy walked off angrily s
After seeing how speechless Luna was, Lucy felt a little better.She composed herself and said indifferently, “Tell me. What brings you here?”Only then was Luna reminded of why she came here. “It’s no big deal, Lulu. I’m just worried about you. When are you coming home?”While saying that, she looked at Lucy with her teary eyes. “Lulu, even if you got into an argument with Mom, you can’t just run away from home. Everyone is so worried about you.”Lucy scoffed. “Worried about me? What’s there to be worried about?“If by worried, you mean my family hid the fact that my sister and my ex were together for four years because they were worried that I’d be upset, then I suggest you take back your concern. I don’t need it.”Luna choked up again. How could Lucy say such things so openly in public? Did she have no sense of shame?“Lulu, how could you say that in public?”“Why not?” Lucy looked at her with confusion even though she knew full well that Luna was ashamed of Timothy having a
Lucy frowned and turned toward the source of the sound.Hah! It was Timothy.Timothy walked over furiously and pulled Luna behind him. Glaring at Lucy, he pointed a finger at her nose.“Lucy, what are you doing?“Were you going to hit Nana? I didn't think you were that kind of woman. I used to think you were a decent person, but you…”“I what?”Lucy interrupted him with a baffled expression. “I didn’t do anything to Luna. Did you see me hit her?"Timothy was so angry that he could not even process her words. In his eyes, Lucy interrupted him because she was guilty.“I saw it with both my eyes! How could you do this, Lucy? Nana is still your sister!”“Mr. Timothy!” A sophisticated male voice interjected.They saw Matthew walking over leisurely, his demeanor calm and composed.Lucy’s agitated heart calmed down a little while Timothy felt flustered upon seeing Matthew. His tyrannical force faltered significantly.“What are your intentions?” he stuttered a little.“Nothing.” M
Luna glanced at the poker-faced Lucy and Matthew triumphantly, relieved that Timothy had spoken up for her.Then, she turned her attention to Timothy and affectionately looked at him. “Tim, who are you taking me to meet?”Timothy patted Luna’s head lovingly. “I’m taking you out with me for business. When you get home, change into the dress I bought you. We’re meeting someone very important to discuss the investment issue—the CEO of Leon Corporation.”Luna covered her mouth in shock. “Leon Corporation? That's the richest and most influential multinational conglomerate!”Timothy nodded. “Let’s go.”“Wait a minute. There’s no need for you to go.” Matthew nonchalantly stopped Luna and Timothy.Timothy turned his head with annoyance. “What is it now, pretty boy?”Matthew calmly said to Timothy, “You don’t have to go there. Leon Corporation will never invest in Lucas Corporation.“Not to mention, from today onward, Lucas Corporation will be blacklisted by Leon Corporation.”Timothy
Lucy was glad to see the looks on Timothy's and Luna’s faces. She beckoned to the lady at the front desk and said, “Kelly, go call security and chase these two people out of here.”Noticing that Lucy was in a good mood, Kelly Anniston quickly ran out to call the security guard in.Seeing the CEO of Lucas Corporation and the second daughter of the Quinn family in front of him, the security guard felt a little uneasy. However, he had no choice but to comply with his boss’ instructions.He politely walked toward Timothy and Luna and said, “Mr. Timothy and Ms. Luna, this way, please.”Luna’s beautiful face twisted into an ugly expression as she yelled at Lucy, “How dare you drive me out of here?”Lucy looked at her indifferently and ordered the security guard, “Hurry up.”Luna gritted her teeth in front of the intimidating security guard.She tugged at Timothy, who was still in a daze. “Tim, let’s go.”Timothy had yet to recover from his shock, so he blankly let Luna drag him out o
Lucy watched in astonishment as Matthew took his phone out to dial a number.“Hello, Levi? Send some managers over here. There’s a company that I need them to manage.“Where? Lulu Comics.“Yes, that’s right. It’s Mrs. Leon’s company.”Lucy waited silently for Matthew to finish his call. When he finally hung up, she was going to say something when Matthew immediately made another call.“Ms. Clark, I remember we recruited some arts and design students from Harvard. Assign them to Lulu Comics and tell them that I said so.”After issuing a series of commands, things started to fall into place.When Matthew was done with the calls, he looked at Lucy, who was doubtful and hesitant to speak. “Lulu, what’s wrong?”Lucy shook her head without saying a thing.Matthew sighed. “My dear wife, if you have something to say, just say it. We’re husband and wife. There shouldn’t be any secrets between us.”Lucy lowered her head in shame, and her lips moved slightly. “Matt, thank you for recrui
Sensing Lucy’s dilemma, Matthew paused for a bit and continued, “I know that establishing a company on a global scale is really hard, so the ten million is just the venture capital.“If you come up with a business plan that I’m satisfied with, I don’t mind investing more.”The frown on Lucy’s face relaxed, and she smiled. If what Matthew said was true, it would be doable.Although they were husband and wife, Matthew’s sudden gesture made her feel like he was being too nice to her.Lucy glanced at Matthew suspiciously. “Matt, do you often invest in companies like this? You’re so generous with your investments that I can’t help but feel like you have ulterior motives.”Matthew smiled. “How could I have bad intentions? You’re my wife, and I trust my wife’s business acumen.”Lucy sighed. He was just saying that to please her. If she had Matthew’s mind, would the company even be in this state?Matthew patted Lucy’s head and said, “Have more confidence in yourself. Let’s make a deal.
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