At that moment, Peter sat on the opposite end of the couch, shaking a pocket watch in his hand, a faint ringing sound resonating through the living room. "Emily, please open your eyes," he intoned hypnotically.Peter's mesmerizing voice echoed repeatedly, and eventually, the woman on the couch slowly complied, opening her eyes.Her gaze was vacant, clearly indicating she had succumbed to hypnosis. "Emily, do you recall what transpired after you awoke?""I woke up in the hospital; I don't remember anything," she replied.Peter pressed on, "In your mind, is there someone you must see?"The woman, initially staring blankly, suddenly exhibited a hint of sadness in her eyes. Her scarlet lips trembled as she spoke, "My child..."Derek intervened, gesturing for attention. Peter promptly closed his pocket watch, and Emily's eyes shut as she lapsed into unconsciousness once more."Mr. Scott," Peter spoke with a solemn gaze, "she seems to have exp

Half a month later, the plane sliced through the clouds and touched down at the airport.Upon reaching the hotel, Emily freshened up and hailed a cab to the Scott Group. She intended to engage in a thorough discussion with the head of the Scott Group regarding the previous project and, furthermore, to explore potential opportunities. After all, she was keen to avoid continuing as Derek's secretary if possible.The car swiftly pulled up in front of the Scott Group, prompting Emily to touch up her makeup before confidently entering. She made her way to the reception desk and inquired in a soft tone, "I'm here to discuss a business contract with Eric.""May I ask if you have an appointment?" The receptionist began, but abruptly halted upon seeing Emily. Why did this woman seem so familiar?Before the receptionist could ponder further, Eric approached and greeted, "Ms. Parker, you're here bright and early.""Early bird catches the worm," Em

The back of Emily's head throbbed slightly, the image of the child replaying in her mind incessantly. She rubbed her temples, then rose to start her morning routine, washing up and applying makeup. After that, she glanced at the time: eleven-thirty in the morning. Emily adjusted her purse and headed out the door, intending to hail a cab, but a sleek black car pulled up elegantly in front of her.Derek parked and gracefully opened his door. He wore a dark black suit adorned with subtle golden lines on the cuffs, exuding an air of elegance and perhaps a hint of arrogance. He gestured toward the passenger seat, saying, "Emily, please, get in."Emily obliged, sitting down and reaching for her seatbelt, but before she could fasten it, Derek leaned over, carefully securing it for her. Emily held her breath, feeling a flutter of nerves. Derek suppressed a chuckle at her adorable apprehension, returning to the driver's seat and then started the car

Emily closed her laptop slowly as she walked over to the window, releasing a deep breath before reaching for her cell phone to make a call. "I want to return to Kinnis tonight," she stated firmly.As her words left her lips, a car abruptly screeched to a stop downstairs, its brakes emitting a sharp, harsh sound.Emily, standing by the window sill, turned her head to see a man stepping out of the driver's seat, clad in a conspicuous black suit that stood out against the afternoon sun. The light seemed to favor him, casting all attention upon him, rendering it impossible to look away.Mixed emotions surged within Emily at that moment.Before she could process further, her cell phone buzzed.Glancing at the caller ID, she promptly ended the call.Her gaze then fell upon the man downstairs, and her eyes locked with Derek's dark, stern stare. In those eyes, she sensed an intense, unspoken emotion, one she dared not inquire about.Returning to her room, Emily settled onto the living room co

The hospital in the early hours of the morning was the quietest time of the day. The morning fog blanketed the inpatient wing and the entire hospital lay dormant.Derek parked his car and hurried up the stairs, stopping at the door of one of the wards. Through the door and window, he caught sight of Emily.The ward remained unlit, allowing the soft morning light to filter in and cast a pallid, almost translucent hue on her face. He heard that she was undergoing a blood transfusion for a young girl, leaving her drained and hospitalized, sacrificing herself for a stranger's child.Der