" You used me back then, calling me obedient?! Do you think that is obedient?! Mum, I bet you don't know what love is! If you do, you will understand the value of it, and how special it is. Maybe you will learn how to treat people better."‘’ I can’t believe you, Emily, you don’t act like my daughter!’’ Juliet shook her head, contorting her eyes, unable to accept what Emily was saying.This couldn’t be!‘’ You should learn to talk to me better and do the right thing otherwise I will kick you out of the house and never recognize you! You have caused so many problems for me and your daughter, starting from when you had a nightstand with your penniless husband and carrying an illegitimate child! We condone all your mistakes, Emily, and now you couldn’t do the same for us? You are so shameless and ungrateful!’’ She shoot back at Emily, glowering at Sarah who was still cowering behind her mother as if she wanted to use her eyes to pierce the little child!‘’ Your useless product is nothin
" It comes with a price. Are you willing to pay the price attached to the investment?" Instantly, the poor light in Emily's eyes reduced drastically, her jaws clenching on their own! " What kind of price?!" She had no idea an investment requires a price. Or, what could this strange man be up to? " I see you are eager about the price." Code Red taunted, gently tapping on the desk." Just tell me what I need to know!" Emily had almost lost her self-control as she blurted out! " Mr. Enzo Black is our benefactor. Do you think any other person is interested in our dying company? You should respect him! Whatever you want is what you should give to him!"'Juliet intervened, glaring at Emily with dissatisfaction brimming at the corner of her eyes. Although this was also her first time meeting with the mysterious man, it was not as bad as she thought, except for his aloof kind of attitude. And this might also be her chance to achieve her goals, which she wouldn't let Emily destro
Suddenly, a man jumped from nowhere, holding Emily's hand, dragging her away from the speeding car! " That's too dangerous! You should flee when you have to." Emily was unable to balance herself and crashed against the man's chest, together with Sarah. " Ha!" The pain she was expecting seemed to be delayed by something, feeling a strong wall surrounding her. " It's okay, you are safe." Assuring words were the only thing echoing in Emily's ears, which she found to be strange. Wait?! Isn't she about to get hit by a car?! Instantly, she widened her eyes, glancing at the strong wall protecting her.Oh no! Emily turned to face the strong wall, but the strong wall was not what she thought it was! " Who ......are you?!" She pointed to the man who had just saved her, shakily, unable to comprehend what was going on. " I don't think that's the best way to thank the man who just saved you." The man grinned, winking playfully at her as he stood akimbo, scrutinizing Emily subtly.
" It's you.......I have.. been looking for you all these times......." This stunned Kael, his eyes flickering with the unfamiliar woman's eyes. He seized the woman up, but there was nothing about her that rang a bell. Immediately, he was charged up, ready to protect James at all costs, since only a few people could be aware of the secret identity. Winter frowned, glancing at James, who looked down at the woman, his expression unreadable. " Who are you?"'James demanded, not startled to hear someone calling out his alter ego. " How do you know my real identity?" His eyes were lazy, but the intensity and the strong aura from him were enough to caution anyone to be wary.The frail woman coughed out loud, grinning, her dull eyes that were lifelessly lit up! " I have finally found you....." She stuttered weakly, shaking her head. " You don't know me but I know you." " You better start talking!" Kael's patience was wearing thin! " I am Samantha, a widow who has suffered since my h
The sun was already sinking low when James, Kael, Winter, and Samantha finally reached the remote downhill village. They had agreed to take Samantha along to find more victims. The two-hour drive had been filled with little talk, each person lost in their thoughts about the “Blue Tribe” they sought, which was the next victim Winter discovered in the files. James’s face remained stoic, his focus unbreakable. Samantha, sitting beside Winter, gazed out the window, her thoughts somber as memories of her loss drifted back to her.As they entered the village, the scene was modest and quiet, with houses made of bricks, and villagers moving at a slow, unhurried pace. They inquired around, and a few villagers led them to a small, isolated house where the women of the Blue Tribe gathered. The group was greeted warmly, but James’s demeanor stayed reserved. There was an air of purpose about him that told everyone he wasn’t here for pleasantries.The woman in charge of the Blue Tribe st
James turned to Sarah with a grin. “Let’s get that doll,” he said and held Sarah’s hands. Together, they walked toward the stand, leaving Theo in awe of James’s determination.James stood in the middle of the high-end toy shop, looking around at the countless shelves filled with extravagant toys, each more elaborate than the last. There were dolls with custom outfits, miniature race cars, and carefully crafted puzzles. His gaze fell on a beautiful doll that Sarah had her heart set on. He reached for it and turned to the shop attendant, holding it up.“I would like to purchase this for my daughter,” he said simply.The shop attendant looked him up and down, her eyes narrowing. She didn’t seem impressed by his casual clothes, which looked out of place in the elegant store, which is more of another reason in reality why one shouldn't judge a book by its cover.“Are you sure, sir?” she asked, a slight smirk tugging at the corners of her mouth. “This doll is part of our exclusive lin
Theo walked quietly through the sterile white halls of the hospital, glancing at the room numbers until he finally reached Steven’s ward as directed by one of the nurses. Taking a deep breath, he knocked gently, letting his expression soften as he prepared to play the part he had rehearsed. He stepped inside to find Juliet, her face red and eyes puffy from crying, sitting on the edge of the bed.“Mrs. Thompson?” he asked softly. “I’m Theo… Emily’s friend. She told me a bit about what you’re going through, and I wanted to check in on you.”Juliet looked up, surprised to see a strange man in her front, and her eyes filled again with tears. “Emily… Emily’s done enough damage already,” she choked, her voice laced with bitterness. “If it weren’t for her stubbornness…the family wouldn’t be on the edge of ruin. My husband is suffering in this hospital bed because of the stress she has caused. We could have had everything! And she just… turned it all down.”Theo nodded sympathetically, lean
A confused look roamed across Winter's face as she witnessed Jessica walking lonely out of the house. Her eyes dilated, wondering what was going on. She glanced at Kael, but there was no expression on his face. His face was unreadable just like James'. " If you want to know what's wrong. You can ask her." Kael shrugged, uttering casually but his eyes held the weight of something that he knew. He could guess James was now aware of Jessica's plan which could result in the latter getting kicked out mercilessly. Well, he had warned her and there was little to what he could do at the moment. Although his eyes softened, watching Jessica appear alone, he couldn't let his feelings take control of him. Not at this moment. Winter immediately ran after Jessica, calling out to her loudly. " Jessica!" She lifted her hand, waving, " Hey hold up!" However, Jessica didn't answer and even increased her pace, shaking her head nonstop. The young medical practitioner didn't want to f