"What about now? Has the sentence been issued?" Chelsea asked Lucy."Not yet. The verdict will be issued in a few days. The doctor told me to rest well today."Chelsea was about to speak when Lucy stopped her immediately. "Okay, I know what you want to ask. You want me to ask about the current situation with the fashion show, right? My design has been re-submitted. So now, we just need to wait for the results. "Anyway, I can't win the championship, and I don't have a strong desire to win it either. As long as my work can be shown on stage in front of the whole world, I'll be content," Lucy said as she looked at Chelsea.At this time, the whole ward was silent again.Selena hurriedly took out the mushroom soup in the thermos flask and handed it to Lucy. "Lucy, I was eating with Koven earlier, and this is what I brought you. You just woke up, so you need to eat something. After all, it's better for your health." Selena lowered her head when she handed over the flask, but Lucy and
At this time, Koven slowly climbed up while placing his hands on the ground for support. He looked at Selena and said, "Hey, we've only just been together for a few hours today and you've already hit me twice. The first time, you hit me in the eye. My vision is still a little blurry as we speak." Selena was very embarrassed to hear this."When did that happen?" Chelsea asked Koven.Koven rubbed his head and looked at Chelsea. "After we finished eating together, she was walking down the stairs and I accidentally pulled her hair. Who knew that she'd fall into my hands and punch me in the face after opening her eyes? She hit me in the eye so hard that I couldn't see." Hearing this, Chelsea laughed so hard that she could not straighten her back. At that moment, she remembered something. Would Selena throw her over her shoulder too? "Selena, you won't throw me and Lucy over your shoulder, right? I can bear it, but Lucy can't!"Selena said, "I don't hit girls. I don't know why, but
After Koven finished speaking, he looked at Matthew with confidence, his eyes full of expectation."Get out now. I don't want to see you again. Seeing you makes me sick," Matthew said coldly, without showing Koven any mercy.On the contrary, Selena was very happy to hear Koven being scolded like this. "You deserve it. You should be scolded like this," Selena stood beside Koven and said to him secretly.Koven wanted to pinch her ear when he saw her like this, but after thinking about the results of the previous two times, he chose to hold back and not speak.At this time, Lucy's phone rang.Lucy immediately picked up the phone and found that it was Hudson who called. She was very excited, but she was also worried that he might be calling to inform her that she would not be able to get the lead designer role."Hello, Hudson. Why are you calling? Is the result of the fashion show out?" Lucy immediately asked Hudson on the phone.Hudson was sitting backstage, holding the trophy in h
"Lucy, you're really great. I didn't expect that you to win first place in your fashion show. This really surprised me," Koven looked at Lucy and said.Lucy knew that Koven was the one who taught her all she knew. If it were not for Koven, she might still be at home resting and taking care of her baby. Fortunately, it was Koven who let her get into contact with the design industry. Otherwise, she would not have her current successes."No, Koven, I should thank you. If you hadn't pulled me into this industry, I might be bored to death right now. This is all thanks to you, and this trophy should be for all of us. If you hadn't accompanied me to find inspiration, I wouldn't have designed this piece. I think you have a bigger share of this honor." Lucy looked at Koven with gratitude.The two smiled at the same time.The two of them did not think it was a big deal, but Matthew, who was standing next to them, was jealous when he saw this and stood next to them."That's enough. He just h
"You're old?"Koven glared at Selena and then retorted: "How am I not old? I'm old!""Tsk, you're still young, but you think of yourself as old. In that case, just go to the square and start playing chess," Selena said to him sarcastically. "What's wrong with that? I'm old because I'm mature and charming. You're childish like a little girl," Koven said unhappily.The two had a staring contest in front of everyone.At this time, Chelsea suddenly said to Lucy, "Don't you think they're a good match?" Lucy looked at her and nodded. She said with a sly smile: "I think they're a good match, but I don't know what they think." Chelsea laughed. Selena and Koven stopped laughing when they heard them gossiping. Koven asked, "What are you guys talking about? You look so happy. Care to share the joy?" Selena also looked at them and nodded, very curious about what they were talking about just now. Chelsea calmed down, patted her chest, and said, "We were just saying that you two make a
"Logically speaking, Lacee's plagiarism will only get her two or three years at most, and pushing Lucy will get her another two or three years, which is only five or six years in total. Besides, Lucy didn't suffer any harm"I'm a lawyer, and I'm on Matthew's side. Do you think I haven't done my best to make her get the longest sentence possible?" Charlie rolled his eyes at Chelsea and said.Matthew was actually quite dissatisfied when he heard this. After all, Lucy and the baby in her belly were hurt. How could he accept a mere ten-year sentence? Although he was very indignant in his heart, he believed in Charlie. After all, Charlie was a lawyer.Charlie said it was ten years, so that was that."Matthew, Hudson, Koven, let's go and discuss things." Charlie drank a glass of water, stood up, and said to the three of them."What's the matter? Lucy needs someone to accompany her now!" Koven said without knowing what Charlie was talking about.Hudson and Matthew were the first to reac
Koven's words just now revealed a sense of maturity and confidence. He thought that the three of them would definitely allow him to stay while they went to Charleston to look for Charlotte, but things did not turn out as expected. "You don't need to go to Charleston. You, Selena, Chelsea, and Hugh can stay behind to protect Lucy. The three of us will go," Hudson said slowly, breaking the silence."Do I really not need to go? Don't you need me? If you're going to Charleston, you'll definitely need to investigate things. What if you need me?" Koven became nervous the moment they mentioned not bringing him along.At this point, Matthew, who had been silent, finally spoke up. He looked into Koven's eyes and said, "Koven, I think it's better for you to stay with Lucy. Originally, we intended to take you with us, but someone has to stay with Lucy. "Moreover, your task is even more significant than what we'll be doing in Charleston—taking care of Lucy. The four of us definitely shouldn'
"Alright, so when are you guys planning to leave? Time waits for no one. The sooner you go, the sooner you'll be back. That'll be for the best," Koven sighed deeply as he spoke to the three of them."I think we can wait until Lucy is feeling better and set off the day after tomorrow. Tomorrow, let's pack our things and handle our work. That would be best," Hudson said and then looked at the other three."Alright, let's leave the day after tomorrow. Tomorrow, we'll handle our affairs here. I'll go back in the afternoon and tell Lucy that I'll be going on a business trip," Matthew said, glancing at Hudson and Charlie."I'm fine with that. I don't mind. After all, I don't currently have any cases on hand, so I have some free time," Charlie said.Hudson said, "I don't have much going on either. With Koven and Lucy at the company, I can be at ease. Now that Lacee's trouble has been resolved, no one will be causing trouble at the company. I should have everything settled by tomorrow. The
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