"What's wrong, Shane? Why are you looking at me like that?" Ciara asked with a furrowed brow, because the look in Shane's eyes was strange.Shane smiled broadly before speaking. "I just wanted to tell you that love isn't my top priority right now. I'm actually hurt because I love you. That kiss was my last kiss to you. Trust me, you'll never get it again."After speaking like that, Shane left Ciara who was stunned because she did not expect that Shane's establishment was capable of behaving like that to her.Meanwhile, on the terrace of the registry office, Alexa sat staring blankly at the floor. Shane appeared to walk up from behind her, about to startle her. As Shane approached, Alexa shied away from him slightly. Shane was surprised, but thought it was normal. Maybe Alexa would only be romantic in front of others.Shane and Alexa stepped into the crowd of reporters from both online and offline news portals. Even some of the people present there seemed to dare to take pictures of th
Ciara and Derek were frozen, as if they had just been hit by a tsunami wave. If what Jordan Hale said was true, then they were in big trouble.The Winstone family's law firm and Derek Blackstone's advertising company were like little ants in front of the giant DreamScreen Productions or Jordan Hale's law firm.The reporters were still whispering about the drama unfolding before them. A young, up-and-coming lawyer like Ciara Winstone against a legendary senior lawyer like Mr. Jordan Hale.It was like a small fire challenging the ocean."See?" Jordan looked momentarily at Ciara Winstone. "Lawyer Winstone is silent?" Jordan chuckled. "I will show you the papers proving that Mr. Morgan is the owner and president director of DreamScreen Production."Jordan Hale opened a dark brown briefcase and took out two folders with the logo of his notary office."These two folders contain the original proof of ownership of DreamScreen Production. On both folders is Shane Morgan's name as the official
Shane tucked the necklace with the mysterious ring as its pendant under his shirt. He glanced at Alexa who seemed to be still busy with her cell phone. Whether Shane's feelings are just or not, what is certain is that he feels Alexa is indifferent to him.Whereas before Alexa was very cheerful and easy to familiarize herself with, but this time she was more concerned with serving the babble of netizens.Shane tried to approach the busy-looking woman. "Alexa.""Mmm ...."Alexa did respond albeit deafeningly, but her focus remained on the screen of her cell phone."Are we really married?" asked Shane hesitantly. Just a pleasantries to remove the awkwardness.After all, Shane was the one who had to follow the rules because he was basically working for Alexa for a lot of money.Alexa put down her cell phone, unexpectedly turning to Shane with a sharp glare. "Why ask again? We had a deal, right? Of course we're getting married for real, because I need a real marriage certificate as one of
The old man smiled slightly. "Alright, but stop calling me master. I'm not your martial arts trainer. Now follow my moves."The old man began to demonstrate complex yet powerful martial arts moves. Shane's eyes gazed focusedly at the old man, following along closely, trying to mimic each move correctly so as to match and not cause injury.They moved hand in hand in the middle of the quiet bamboo forest, the breeze rustling the leaves, creating a mind-soothing atmosphere."Focus on your balance," the old man said, kicking the air with incredible speed. "Without balance, your strength is meaningless."Shane mimicked the movement, feeling every muscle in his body working hard. "I understand, Master. I will focus on my balance.""You-" The old man was annoyed that Shane was calling him master again.Despite his annoyance with Shane, the old man continued to train Shane in advanced martial arts.They practiced for hours, almost all day. The old man taught Shane new techniques, ways to dodg
The seven men slowly rose to their feet, but one man delivered an unexpected blow. He kicked Shane in the head, sending the young man spinning through the air and within seconds his body hit the ground with the force of a fallen tree in a storm."Argh!" Shane groaned, his voice breaking the tense expectation.After seeing Shane lying on the ground, but still trying to get up, they quickly ran away from the area in front of the registry office that was now in chaos, like a battlefield in ruins. "Where are you running off to, huh?" asked Shane with his labored breathing, still trying to rise from the ground like a phoenix rising from the ashes. "Tell your boss to deal with me directly!"His shirt seemed to be sticky with sweat mixed with blood until his muscular body was clearly visible, making several female reporters scream hysterically like a flock of panicked seagulls."Mr. Morgan! Look at us!""He's an extraordinary man.""If he doesn't have a girlfriend yet, I'm willing to be his
Outside the room, the atmosphere was as busy as a hive of crackling bees. Uniformed guards stood guard like war statues, while others were busy preparing for the simple wedding between Shane and Alexa.The sound of footsteps sounded like the beating of war drums accompanying the preparations. The registry office officials arrived, their faces serious but understanding of the urgent situation.Three officers from the registry office had arrived, looking like judges who were about to certify the marriage in such a tense atmosphere. They were closely inspected."Please enter," said a guard in a stern tone, as if giving permission to enter the battlefield.Yes, the simple, impromptu wedding would take place in the room where Shane was being treated. The living room was beautifully decorated, like a palace ready to welcome its king and queen.Alexa looked elegant in a white A-line wedding dress with a deep cleavage up to the navel area, while Shane looked so handsome in his black suit, as
Catherine feels like vomiting blood when she hears a stranger refer to her as an old woman. While Steven, her boyfriend, always called her the most beautiful woman in Riverdale City."How dare you-""Enough!" Alexa interrupted Catherine. "From now on, my husband will rule this castle.""No way! I'm still Viktor Kingsley's legal wife, even though he's dead!" screeched an angry Catherine.Alexa chuckled and shook her head. "Did you forget or pretend to forget the contents of my dad's will? You only have a 15% interest in my dad's estate. 85% will belong to me and my brother after we each turn 25 or get married."Catherine was silent with anger exploding in her chest.Alexa continued her speech. "This main pavilion will be our domain as well as the west and east pavilions." Alexa's eyes stared intently at Catherine. "Because I am still being kind to you. From now on, pack your things and move to the south pavilion at the back of the palace!"Catherine's face was getting redder and so wer
Shane was dumbfounded by Alexa's request. He could only remain silent without being able to give any answer. By now Alexa had returned to her room.It looks like Alexa followed him to the washroom and Shane didn't notice Alexa's presence. It looks like Alexa also saw when Shane kissed Ciara. Because of this, Shane had trouble sleeping and kept wondering."What does that mean? Is she really jealous or just wants me to be professional?’ asked Shane to himself who was currently walking back and forth. "There's no way Alexa likes me, right? She just wants me to play the role well. Yes, she does.’ muttered Shane.Shane tried to convince himself that Alexa wanted him to be professional, acting as her husband. Shane would continue to believe that. He only went to bed at 2am because he kept thinking about Alexa's words.The next day Shane woke up a little late. He quickly ran to the bathroom and cleaned herself up in a hurry.“Shit!” cursed Shane as he ran from the bathroom towards the walk-in