A team from CBN TV approached Lysa Nadjrov, extending a tightly sealed brown envelope. All the journalists whispered speculations about its contents, while Jacob and Catherine struggled to conceal their anxiety.If the envelope contained evidence, such as a record of bribes given by Catherine to some hiring managers, their reputations would crumble overnight."Mr. and Mrs. Wilson," greeted Lysa as she walked back to her talk show chair, holding the sealed brown envelope, facing Jacob and Catherine. "If you believe you never cheated Mr. Henry James, you don't need to worry about this envelope."A forced smile appeared on Jacob and Catherine's faces. They nodded simultaneously and almost shouted, "We're not worried!"Louis White applauded enthusiastically, followed by several journalists in the auditorium."The confidence of Mr. and Mrs. Wilson must be based on honesty!" murmured a journalist from a renowned newspaper.Other journalists nodded in agreement, one responding, "Yes, such fi
Henry loosened his grip on Catherine Wilson's wrist and slammed it forcefully. Although Henry maintained a calm and somewhat flat expression, the muscles in his hand couldn't deceive. It was clear that Henry was angry every time he found someone intending to harm his wife.Before Catherine could curse or groan for sympathy, Lysa Nadjrov quickly asked her to sit on the sofa."Now that everyone is settled, how about Mr. and Mrs. Wilson answer Mr. James' question earlier? In case you've forgotten, Mr. James asked, what mistakes has your daughter ever made towards you that made you demand an apology from her?" Lysa directed towards Catherine and Jacob."Countless!" Jacob replied quickly."Like stars in the sky, uhm, like grains of sand in the ocean. That's how many sins Lily has committed against me," Catherine replied curtly, but a moment later her expression changed. With softened eyes, she said again, "Even though her sins are as numerous as grains of sand in the sea, my heart is still
John Wales's oath felt like a lightning bolt striking Catherine and Jacob's hearts."Remember! I have testified according to the facts. If in the future you find my testimony false, you can also throw me in jail!" John Wales emphasized. He looked entirely serious, with no hint of deceit in his facial expression.In an instant, Catherine's lips were tightly sealed, while Jacob, still standing, felt the muscles in his legs starting to weaken.As the audience and journalists' whispers grew louder, Jacob unconsciously found himself slumped on the sofa, feeling utterly drained of energy.At the same time, Lysa Nadjrov asked the audience to be quiet and thanked John Wales profusely for his presence and testimony. Ignoring Catherine and Jacob's pale faces, Lysa Nadjrov turned back to them."Mr. and Mrs. Wilson, Mrs. Lily has proven that she indeed financed her own education without your interference. So, do you still insist on claiming that you financed Mrs. Lily's education? If you refute M
Of course, the figure who had just stood up to testify was Louis White. Jacob and Catherine had always assumed that Louis White was on their side. But after hearing the brief speech from the man, Jacob and Catherine began to lose their spirits."I, Louis White, am willing to risk my reputation to support Lily. I have sufficient evidence regarding Lily's goodness and the wickedness of Mr. and Mrs. Wilson. Lily is a victim of...""Stop! Mr. White, please stop... We will handle this matter in our own way," Catherine screamed hysterically, not willing to lose face. She immediately grabbed Jacob's arm and urged him to kneel down and apologize to Lily."Now?" Jacob asked in sign language.Catherine glared at her husband as if his gaze held significance. "Of course, now! When else?" she replied.Jacob swallowed hard, and together with Catherine, they knelt before Lily. They struggled to shed tears and show remorse in front of Lily and everyone else.At that moment, Catherine bowed her head t
Before leaving the auditorium completely, Henry made sure to hand Lily's phone over to Lysa Nadjrov. "There's evidence of threats made by Mrs. Wilson on my wife's phone. I hope Miss Nadjrov and other volunteer journalists can use this evidence to strengthen Mrs. Wilson's punishment," Henry said, glancing towards Catherine and Jacob, who were growing paler by the moment. Lysa nodded as she received the phone from Henry James. "We'll make the best use of this evidence. We've heard that Mrs. Wilson's daughter and nephew are also involved in this case, and we promise to bring them to court as well, Mr. James." Henry smiled satisfactorily, confident that this time the Wilson family wouldn't have a chance to escape the legal grip. After Henry James's departure, the journalists agreed to escort Jacob and Catherine to the police station as soon as possible. They were all willing to oversee the case and ensure that the Wilson family received the harshest punishment possible. However, when
Twenty-three years earlier...Julian James was enthusiastically preparing for his son's birthday party, Henry James. Diligently, he arranged balloons and various party decorations. Although Julian seemed to struggle with the work, he appeared enthusiastic and happy to do it."Mr. James, you haven't rested since returning from work. Lately, you've been very busy. Please don't involve yourself in trivial matters like this. We will take care of everything," said Sofia Moore, the young woman who served as the head maid at the James Family Mansion.Julian James furrowed his brow as he looked at Sofia Moore. "Trivial matters, you say?" Julian James pinched Sofia's earlobe sharply, giving her a sharp look. "Since when is anything related to Henry trivial?"Sofia Moore chuckled as she rubbed her slightly reddened earlobe. "Oh, you're truly a caring and devoted father to your son. I admire that, but please open your eyes wide, Mr. James," said Sofia Moore, pointing out each of Julian James's p
As hard as Julian James tried to ignore the message from the red box, he eventually gave in. Julian's knees felt weak as his hands trembled violently while he tried to tuck the piece of paper into his pocket."I hope Hawkins is just talking nonsense!" Julian thought to himself, though deep down, he couldn't deny that he believed in the truth of Hawkins' letter."Hawkins must be infiltrating this party; I have to find the little girl who sent this letter!"With a pounding heart, Julian moved through the crowd of guests, his eyes searching for Louisa. His steps seemed incredibly hurried, almost losing his balance several times.Some puzzled guests began to inquire, but none of them received an answer because Julian was too focused on finding Louisa."She's gone," said an unfamiliar white-haired man to Julian.Julian didn't ask a single question, but the white-haired man seemed to be answering Julian's thoughts.Feeling the need to make sure of something, Julian observed the stranger alm
While Julian was searching for the object called the Forbidden Codex, Henry James and his mother were on their way to the western area of Eastland city, specifically heading towards the coal mining owned by the Hawkins Family.Throughout the journey, Henry couldn't stop smiling because Louisa's father had said if he had a way to cure Aria James, Henry's mother."Finally, we arrived at this place!" shouted Louisa. Her eyes sparkled as she reached out her hand to Henry.Louisa Hawkins held Henry James's hand, leading the boy running towards an underground cave, precisely at the center point of the Eastland city coal mining.Inside the cave, there was a room resembling a mystical worship place."I thought you would take me to the hospital, can my mother really be cured after being brought to a place like this?" Henry asked incredulously.Louisa smiled then pointed to an altar made of dark black stones adorned with strange ornaments, resembling ancient runes that Henry couldn't decipher.