Morel and Marisa then left the place. They stepped away from the crowd of arguing socialite women, heading to a quieter part of the ship.Marisa exhaled deeply, her frustration deep. She looked up at the blue sky, trying to calm her emotions before continuing, "Why does everyone always associate me with my asshole ex-boyfriend?" Her voice sounded filled with frustration and a hint of disappointment.She pondered for a moment, thinking about how the stigma of her past continued to haunt her despite her best efforts to forget it. Whenever her name was mentioned, she felt trapped in the shadows of the dark past. Morel looked at Marisa, who seemed distressed, trying to remind her with a calm yet firm voice, showing his steady demeanor. "You should be able to think better," his eyes flashed firmness. "Don't overthink about people's useless opinions. The important thing is to stay focused on what you think is right and good for yourself." The look in his eyes showed encouragement to free M

The large ship bearing the Kurgan family crest docked majestically at the sturdy pier, signaling their arrival on the legendary Kurgan Island. Morel and Marisa, along with the other invited guests, stepped onto the ship's bridge with hopeful and admiring steps. The fresh air of the island greeted them while the light of dusk began to emerge from the eastern horizon, coloring the sky with dazzling golden hues.The guests, mesmerized by the abundant natural beauty around them, couldn't help but express their admiration."This is truly marvelous! How beautiful Kurgan Island is," exclaimed a guest with eyes wide open, looking at the mesmerizing scenery.Another nodded in agreement, "It's heavenly. I never imagined a place could be this beautiful."The sounds of cheers and praises filled the air, reflecting their admiration and appreciation for the natural beauty of Kurgan Island. Some of the guests gathered by the beach, admiring the panoramic beauty of the tranquil sea while feeling the

Morel was already at the beach volleyball court, ready to compete in a spontaneously organized match. Upon arriving at the sideline, he glances around for his team partner. Suddenly, he realized that he was made to team up with Diane.However, on the other side of the pitch, Marisa looked tense. In the striking jersey of the opposing team, she watched with great annoyance as Morel and Diane began to move toward their position. Her heart raced, trying to hide her frustration at not being placed on the same team as Morel. Despite trying to keep her composure, a faint look of frustration could be seen on her face, tucked away amongst the rays of the morning sun that beautified the morning atmosphere.Marisa, while staring at the opponent's side of the field with a sharp gaze, "You sneaky woman, how could she arrange all this? She must have deliberately wanted to be on the same team as Morel and intended to make me their opponent." in an annoyed tone Marisa grumbled to herself.The game s

Tucker and his friends walked up to Morel, forming a menacing circle around him. They looked at each other with gazes full of hatred and provocation as if ready to attack at any moment.Morel stood his ground, staring at them equally intensely as if daring them to go further. "You're such cowards," Morel said in a firm and brave voice, audible amidst the tense atmosphere. "Aren't you ashamed to want to attack me together? Are you just daring to play gangsters," Morel continued, his voice growing stronger and filled with controlled anger.Morel's words echoed through the air, cutting through the tension with a defiant attitude. Tucker and his friends smiled sarcastically, but it was clear that they weren't taking Morel's resistance lightly."That's right, you guys are a bunch of cowards," Diane said in a voice full of courage, although there were still traces of pain on her face. "He only dared to treat me harshly, who is a weak woman." Diane gave Tucker a hateful look.Diane stepped f

Marisa and Morel reached the front of the party hall. They stepped inside the Kurgan family's magnificent party hall, which exuded luxury from every corner. The high ceilings were adorned with sparkling crystal chandeliers, reflecting light that created an elegant and mesmerizing atmosphere. The walls were decorated with softly colored silk fabrics, and artistically placed fresh flowers added to the decor's beauty."Wow, look how magnificent this place is," Marisa whispered to Morel, mesmerized by the beauty of her surroundings. "This place is like a story in a fairy tale."Morel smiled and nodded. "It really is marvelous. They didn't mess around with the decorations."The gleaming marble floor beneath their feet reinforced the glamor. In the center of the room were long tables laden with delicacies and classy drinks arranged neatly and attractively. Every detail was carefully thought out, from the intricately designed porcelain plates to the crystal glasses glittered in the lamplight