"Julie, be careful. I don't want to lose you." Justin looked at his daughter anxiously, knowing there was no other choice.Julie nodded, her eyes filled with determination. "I'll be fine, Dad. Trust me."Julie slipped out, skillfully creating a loud noise in the next room. The sound echoed down the hallway, attracting the attention of Ricard and his henchmen. Ricard ordered some of his men to check it out, and he himself moved toward the source of the noise.At that moment, Justin knew it was his chance. He sneaked into Ryo's holding room, quickly dragging the sack towards the entrance of the secret tunnel. "Ryo, hang in there a bit longer. We're getting out of here now," Justin whispered, even though he knew Ryo was still unconscious.Justin lifted the sack and pulled it towards the entrance of the secret tunnel. He quickly shoved Ryo inside, ensuring he was safe. Justin knew this was only the first step of their complex plan.After successfully distracting Ricard, Julie hurried back
The following morning, Justin's initial shock at being captured faded in comparison to the scene before him. The cell door opened, and he was led outside to witness the full horror of the place. Before him lay a miniature plantation world, with endless rubber forests and vast cotton fields. Shouts and screams filled the air, accompanied by the crack of whips. Countless people were forced into labor, their bodies withered, and sweat pouring under the artificial sun.Justin broke into a cold sweat, never imagining the King would create such a place—a prison but also a site of forced labor. He was pushed toward another cell, and the heavy metal door slammed shut behind him.This time, he decided to stay quiet for a while, waiting for Ricard to leave. When Ricard's footsteps faded, he slowly sat up and looked around the dark cell. The adjacent cells were empty; the prisoners were taken for labor, leaving him alone. He was confined for several consecutive days, each day a struggle against
Justin laughed, a harsh and bloody sound. Blood trickled from the corner of his mouth, but he didn't care. His eyes remained sharp, fixed on Ricard. "You know, Ricard," he said, his tone mocking. "You've always been jealous of me. You want to be the King's son, to have the position you think I hold."Ricard's eyes widened, anger and shock clearly displayed on his face. "That's not true!" he roared, tightening his grip on Justin's neck. "You know nothing! You understand nothing about loyalty and responsibility!"But Justin's words had struck a nerve. Ricard began to pummel Justin relentlessly, each punch landing like rain. Justin could only try to shield himself, but Ricard's strength was overwhelming. Blood flowed from his mouth, nose, and the wounds on his face, staining the ground beneath him.It wasn't until the guards rushed in to stop him that Ricard finally relented. He let go of Justin, breathing heavily, his eyes still filled with rage. He straightened his clothes and ordered
Logan looked at Justin, his eyes filled with doubt. "Something doesn't seem right," he whispered.Justin thought for a moment, suspicion and curiosity mixing in his mind. He sensed the challenge in Ricard's eyes, as if he were waiting for them to make a mistake. "We agree," Justin said, trying to keep his voice steady, his gaze fixed on Ricard.Ricard smirked and nodded to his subordinates to unlock Logan's chains. The heavy chains fell to the ground with a clatter in the quiet space. Logan rubbed his wrists, feeling the red marks left by the chains.Ricard stepped out of the cell, and his subordinates opened the door for Justin and Logan. The two men slowly stepped out, their eyes constantly scanning their surroundings, trying to identify every corner.As they left the cell, Justin and Logan reunited with other members of the Dawn Council. Etham, with tired but determined eyes, approached them. The emotional scene unfolded as everyone saw each other, with tight hugs and tears streami
**Julie and Ryo's Wedding Night**After the wedding ceremony ended, the guests gradually departed. But the events of the night were far from over. Etham, drunk and exuberant, gathered a group of the bride and groom's friends and led them to the newlyweds' bridal chamber to create some raucous fun.As Ryo approached the door of the bridal chamber, he found Etham at the head of a group of seven or eight girls, all laughing and blocking the entrance.Etham crossed his arms over his chest and laughed heartily, "I'm sorry, Dr. Ryo, but we are Julie's bridesmaids. If you want to enter the bridal chamber, you'll have to pass our challenges first!"Monica quickly chimed in, "That's right! Snatching away our male god won't be so easy!""Agreed," added Annie."Seriously, Annie? Even you joined in with Etham?" Caesar was speechless.Leona was equally perplexed, "Monica, aren't you supposed to be on our side?"Monica stuck out her tongue, "Who said so? I'm on my sister-in-law's side!"On Etham's
Davichi looked at Etham with a complicated expression. "I've never heard Evelyn mention that before.""You lucky little punk! You actually got it right!" Etham stared at the paper with the correct answer, feeling both frustrated and impressed."No way! How could that be correct? How did you know that, man? Are you some kind of mind reader?" Leona asked Etham, his face filled with amazement.Etham remained silent, his gaze fixed on the girl opposite him.Those who knew about Etham and Evelyn's story, like Caesar and Logan, found his expression odd, while Davichi furrowed his brow slightly.Ryo glanced at Etham with an unreadable expression, seemingly unsurprised, and asked, "What is the second challenge?"Mentioning the second challenge, Etham's excitement returned. He rubbed his chin, his eyes scanning the group of men with a mischievous grin."Ahahaha! For the second challenge, pick someone to dress up as a woman. They must convince us ladies to declare them 'beautiful, beautiful, be
Even now, she still doesn't know why she gave Mio the sachet with the detoxifying medicine back then. Was it because the time wasn't ripe, or was it a fleeting moment of compassion?The child still knew nothing, continuing to see her as a kind older sister.Standing in front of Annie, Mio respectfully clasped his hands and said, "Sister Annie, for the third challenge, I will take your moves. Please instruct me."Annie slowly sat down and patted Mio's head, her eyes filled with affection. "I concede."If it weren't for Mio, none of this would have happened. She wouldn't have met Ray again, wouldn't have regained her memory, and wouldn't have found herself again... She would have spent her life drowning in a fake revenge.Not only would she concede, but she would also do anything to make up for this child in this lifetime.Mio looked troubled. "If I win like this... I don't feel proud at all."Annie laughed. "Why not? You won by using your charm! I willingly concede!"As soon as Annie f
On a sunny day, as Julie's due date approached, the name for the baby still hadn't been decided. Caesar, Logan, Leona, and Monica gathered together, determined to come up with a name for the little one.Caesar stroked his chin thoughtfully. "It's been almost ten months, and still no name? How hard can it be? Mio's full name is Mio Lesli, so grand and imposing. The second child should follow that style! How about Luc Kinh Thuong? It sounds refined, rhyming, and grand! Or maybe Karik!"Julie's face immediately darkened. "Arrogant my foot! The doctor said it's a girl! A girl, got it?"Caesar grumbled, "Who says a girl can't be called Karik?"Julie smiled sweetly but with a hint of menace. "Fine, then you can save that name for your daughter. Let's see if she recognizes her father after she's born!"After thinking it over for a bit, Caesar finally relented and dropped the idea.Monica thought for a moment and then suggested, "How about Cherry? It's peaceful and serene, perfect for this li