Lucy felt warm inside. As they embraced tightly, she asked, “How's the investigation into Spades and Charlotte going? I’ve asked my brother, but he’s always too busy to tell me.”“Charlotte is currently in a coma, so the investigation has been forcibly halted.” Matthew hesitated initially, unsure whether to tell her, fearing it might affect her pregnancy. However, after considering that this matter was related to Lucy, he decided to tell her the truth.“She was perfectly fine. How could she suddenly fall into a coma?” Lucy found it very strange. Although Charlotte had been pampered in the royal palace for over 20 years, she appeared to be very robust and should not collapse so easily. Unless she was using her old tricks to gain sympathy from her parents.“I went to plead with the king the day before yesterday, asking him to let me meet with Charlotte, but I was refused.”Lucy was puzzled. “You’re my husband. How could you be refused?”“Because I told the king everything about ho
Lucy opened the small clothes one by one. Inside, there were not only dresses but also pants, as well as toys for both genders. There were exquisite handicrafts as well."Why didn't you let the butler buy these things? Why did you have to go out and buy them yourself?" Lucy complained, looking at the blazing sun outside and feeling distressed.Matthew scratched his head and smiled. "I heard from the people here that if a baby wears clothes personally chosen by their father when they're born, they'll grow up healthy and strong.""It's still months away. The two little ones won't be here for at least another six months. We can buy the clothes then." Although Lucy seemed to be scolding him on the surface, she was very happy with his gesture in her heart."Ever since you got pregnant, it feels like time is passing so slowly. I can't wait to meet them," Matthew said softly, reaching out to touch Lucy's belly."They're growing well," Lucy felt very happy at this moment, thinking it woul
"In order to let my wife enjoy coffee in her hometown, I have to research this idea. Don't worry about it and just focus on your designs. The tasks of a lead designer are heavy enough," Matthew said.Lucy nodded. Then, without even picking up her cutlery, she grabbed a chicken leg with her hand and put it in her mouth. The delicious taste spread in her mouth.He continued, "Since you're pregnant, I instructed the chef to use less chili and seasonings. Try it." Matthew watched Lucy's adorable expression as he spoke with a smile. Matthew had shipped cuisine from thousands of miles away for Lucy, displaying his love for her.Lucy felt that she was the happiest person in the world at this moment. Not only was she cared for by her beloved man, but her loving brother was also by her side. In front of her was a pile of delicious food, and she had two adorable babies in her belly as companions.What more could one ask for?"Don't just watch me eat. Sit down and eat with me!" Lucy said t
Annabella pretended to walk over gracefully. Seeing this, a servant quickly handed her a pair of cutlery. Under Lucy's pained gaze, Annabella picked up a piece of chicken leg with her fork and began to eat it with great poise.However, after just a few bites, she started coughing violently, her face turning red from the coughing."What is this? Are you trying to choke me?" Annabella sputtered, struggling with the spiciness.Lucy, seeing her embarrassing state, covered her mouth to suppress her urge to laugh."Quick! Get me a glass of water! I'm going to choke to death!" Annabella fanned her mouth furiously, her tongue sticking out like a dog cooling off. The servant from before quickly brought her a glass of water, and Annabella took a large gulp. However, it still did not relieve the spiciness."Ugh, how can you eat such terrible food?" She continued coughing and then started complaining about the food she had just eaten.Lucy was naturally displeased to hear this. It was not as
Though Annabella had heard of Matthew's global fame as the world's richest man, in Charleston, royal bloodlines were still regarded more highly than businessmen. She could not challenge Lucy directly, so she took out her frustration on Matthew instead."Who allowed you to behave so presumptuously in my residence?"Theodore's voice suddenly boomed from the doorway, startling Annabella, who had just been acting imperiously."Prince Theodore, why are you here?" she said, patting her chest to calm herself. She had nearly lost her composure from the shock."This is my home. Why wouldn't I be here?" Theodore's handsome face was cold and stern, a stark contrast to his usual amiable demeanor in front of Lucy.Sensing the tense atmosphere, Annabella immediately put on a fawning smile. "Your Highness, your mother, the queen, invited me to visit you today, so I came at her invitation. I hope I haven't disturbed you."Lucy almost wanted to vomit at her words. Everyone here seemed to be a bet
Perhaps because they were back in their homeland, Koven did not want to be apart from his girlfriend. After his shower, he quietly snuck into Selena's room. Selena was currently in the shower and did not hear any commotion outside, happily humming a tune in the bathroom. When she came out wrapped in a towel, she was startled to see Koven sitting on the bed.“Why aren’t you in your own room? What are you doing here?” Selena asked warily. Though she had accepted Koven's feelings, they had never been alone together in a room like this before. Besides, when she was with Linus back in the day, she had remained chaste, and nothing had happened between them.“I just don’t want to be away from you,” Koven, who had shed his masculine bravado, pouted childishly, pleading with Selena. “Can we sleep together tonight? I promise I’ll just hold you and do nothing else!” he pledged earnestly.“No!” Selena hesitated inwardly but firmly refused outwardly. Feeling that her outright refusal was too
Selena saw the message and felt a wave of excitement at the thought of finally escaping the control of Spades and being openly together with Koven.[I've been living all these years under the organization's orders and surveillance. If your friend can really remove the bug, that would be great. I don't want to be sneaky about our relationship anymore.]She sent the message, and just as she looked up, Koven was standing in front of her.The atmosphere suddenly became very delicate, and the two of them continued to look at each other. Selena mouthed to Koven to leave, but before she could finish, Koven pulled her into his arms and kissed her red lips.Selena's heart fluttered. She did not know where to place her hands, and her face flushed to her ears. Koven stopped to look at the blushing Selena in his arms while breathing heavily. Right at that moment, Selena's phone fell to the ground with a loud noise.At this moment, the two seemed unable to stop. Selena touched Koven's delicate
In the hall, Matthew greeted Arthur, who was accompanied by Juliana. She was feeding Charlotte while also greeting them. Charlotte's complexion was noticeably poor, her lips bloodless. As she took her medicine, she scrutinized Matthew and Koven with a mix of fear and a touch of defiant arrogance. She thought to herself that since she was sick, there was nothing they could do."Your Majesty, Your Highnesses, we have something to report," Matthew bowed and greeted them while Koven listened quietly outside the door."Matthew, do you know who you are accusing? She's Princess Charlotte of our great nation. How dare you defame her like this?!" Juliana's trembling voice sounded, firmly accusing Matthew of lying."Matthew, speak," Arthur said calmly. "My Juliana, don't get agitated. Today, we'll get to the bottom of this. Even if a prince commits a crime, he should be punished the same as a commoner. If Matthew is lying, I will not spare him.""Recording pen." Koven heard Matthew's voice
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