Chapter 98: BlameSteve had been secured by Ben and Terry from the party hall. By now, all three were in the car. They agreed to go home first before the party was over.Right after the three of them were in the car, the rain poured mercilessly on the earth. The strong wind and the sound of thunder above made the night worse. Luckily, Steve was already in the car, so he wouldn't be caught in the rain.Steve sat in the back seat, while Terry was in the driver's seat. As for Ben, he sat in the passenger seat, right next to Terry.Before starting the car, Terry immediately turned around to see how Steve was doing. He grimaced slightly when he saw blood still dripping from Steve's nose."Steve, do you want to go to the hospital first?" Terry offered."No need. Let's just go home. I have to tell you guys something," Steve refused outright. His eyes now turned to the window, watching every drop of water that fell from the sky.Ben sighed. He too turned to look at the purple-haired man. "Why
Chapter 99: Hidden Facts Aleena took a deep breath. To be honest, she didn't want to tell her son this. However, seeing Steve blind to information was not the right thing to do either. Therefore, Aleena approached her son and gently stroked his back."I'll tell you what I mean. But will you promise me one thing?"Steve frowned at his mother's words. His eyes showed curiosity. However, at some point, fear began to creep into the corner of his heart."I promise." Steve nodded his head, agreeing with his mother.Aleena took a deep breath and exhaled slowly, trying to brace herself and mentally strengthen herself. When she felt it was enough, she opened her voice."Look, there's a reason why Terry said what you did was very rash." Aleena paused her words to see how her son would react. And as she expected, Steve had no reaction whatsoever. Steve chose to wait for the rest of his mother's words."If you openly reveal his identity like that, we could be attacked by various parties, especi
Chapter 100: The Cold War Steve smiled at the question that came out of his mother's mouth. "You'll see, Mommy. Just watch and see how I turn things around."Terry pulled the corner of his lips, forming a small grin with narrowed eyes. "Oh, what kind of plan do you have in your head?"Steve shifted his gaze to Terry. He didn't say much and chose to maintain his smile. In the eyes of others—especially those who didn't know him yet—Steve's smile looked so gentle and soothing.However, to people who already knew him, Steve's smile was no doubt like the smile of death, ready to strike without mercy. Terry knew it well because he had witnessed it many times."Well, I'm waiting to see what the plan is. Because, to be honest, I'm a little curious and a little skeptical too," said Ben, who wrapped his arms around Ivy's stomach.Ben's words made Steve's smile fade instantly. The corners of his lips dropped, along with his eyebrows. "What do you mean, you don't trust my abilities?"Ben shrugge
Chapter 101: Minji's Condition Currently, Minji was in a luxurious room belonging to someone who had saved her yesterday. She looked at her reflection in the mirror. Coincidentally, Jessy was trying on a light blue dress with a swan on the bottom. The dress covered her body up to her knees, with an asymmetrical cut that looked so anti-mainstream yet beautiful at the same time.The woman twisted her body, causing the dress to lift up. Her long hair seemed to follow the movement of her body. Minji laughed happily. It had been a long time since she had felt this feeling after getting out of that horrible place."It's a good thing I escaped from that place." Minji muttered under her breath. She turned her head toward the window behind her, which showed a beautiful view of the forest, despite the cloudy sky."If I were still there, I might have been used as a tool by that person. Or maybe he would have tortured me even more than before," Minji continued as she shuddered in horror, imag
Chapter 102: Behind the Relationship Jessy looked confused when she saw Daniel's name on her messaging app. This was very strange because Daniel doesn't usually send messages like this. He preferred to call her."This is weird," Jessy said in a quiet voice."What do you mean?" asked Ivy, who was next to her with her eyebrows raised, showing a look of confusion."Daniel wouldn't normally send a message like this. Usually, he would call me." Jessy revealed what she was thinking to everyone in the room."Is his cell phone being used by someone or something?" She muttered, who was currently overthinking."I don't think so." Ben made his comment in a low, husky tone. His mouth was still busy munching on the pizza he shared with Ivy."What do you mean?" Jessy asked in a confused tone while tilting her head."As a man, I can read his mind. He probably misses you but doesn't want to bother you with a phone call. That's why-"Ben's voice was cut short by the sound of Jessy's cell phone ring
Chapter 103: Unexpected Events "Jungkai? So you are-"Steve stopped his words when he felt his head hurt, like it was pierced by needles. The man immediately closed his eyes. His hands were above his head, with a soft hiss coming out of his mouth.This certainly drew the attention of everyone there. Barbara as the father immediately walked over to his son. He was worried when he saw Steve, who felt so painful and helpless, like now."Oh my God, what happened to his face?" Barbara asked as he realized that Steve's face was a mess. The corners of his lips looked bruised and torn, and his nose was slightly red from bleeding."Why did I just realize it?" Barbara asked, feeling sorry for himself.Aleena took a deep breath. She stood next to Barbara. "Don't think about it, Barbara.""But-""I've called Dr. Lee to come here," Ben said it in a panicked tone while holding his cell phone. Apparently, the man was dexterous enough and could still think clearly enough to call the doctor. He move
Chapter 104: Hidden Facts (1)Before hearing what Dr. Lee had to say, Kai ran straight to Steve's room. Without warning, he broke down the door of the room, making a loud noise. Steve, who was just about to fall asleep, opened his eyes again.Steve glanced at the door, where Kai was still standing. His eyes blinked briefly before closing again.Seeing Steve, who didn't show much reaction, made Kai anxious. He also walked into the dark, purple-haired man's room without excuse. Once in front of Steve, who was currently lying down, Kai seemed to think for a moment."Steve?" Kai gently shook Steve's arm, intending to wake the man from his slumber. His amber eyes could tell that Steve was currently stifling an annoyed groan as he disturbed his sleep.Kai chuckled. Even so, in the corner of his heart, he felt a huge sense of guilt. On top of that, he also had to bear the hurt that he had been harboring for so long. The man sighed softly, then took Steve's hand and held it."I'm sorry that
Chapter 105: Hidden Facts (2)Aleena closed her eyes for a moment. She couldn't understand what Kai, the man who had destroyed her family's business, was saying. Her hands were now clasped around her waist, with a face full of annoyance but also high curiosity. "What do you mean?" Aleena asked in a low voice, breaking Kai's revelation."Why am I the one you're talking about?" She said this, pointing at herself.Kai sighed, then looked back at his sister, who was now looking the other way. "Jessy, you better tell Mrs. Aleena what I mean. She doesn't know anything about this incident."Jessy shook her head. She still didn't want to look at Kai and crossed her arms in front of her chest. Her mind was still focused on other things. Besides, she was in a pretty bad mood. She didn't want to worsen the already murky atmosphere."I don't want to. You'll have to explain yourself."Kai sighed as he massaged his throbbing head. "But Mrs Aleena doesn't seem to trust me because of the plans I mad
Chapter 138: EndingSeven weeks later, the autopsy letter from the forensic team was released. The autopsy was announced in court, as was prosecuting Minji, who was the suspect in this incident.Steve sat in the chair as a witness. He had left everything to the lawyer hired by Kai. After all, this was the final battle between him and Minji to prove whether she was guilty or not.Behind him, there were many people who came to see the trial. In addition, many of the media were allowed to record this incident since it was an open trial. They were filming this event because Rosemary was one of the most influential figures in the business world (and growing in Steve's hands).Steve felt his heart beating very hard. He hoped that Minji would not appeal the verdict. After the clerk announced the verdict, a 40-year-old woman who represented the forensic doctor, who autopsied the bodies of her father and mother, entered."I am Fela, the forensic doctor who will bear witness to the truth of t
Chapter 137: Tactics (2)Terry frowned at the words of the detective. He folded his arms in front of his chest, his hands staring straight ahead.His mind was now thinking hard. How could the culprit have been found? What evidence has been found? The thoughts kept spinning in his head endlessly, making him dizzy himself.Terry turned his attention to Ben, who was now frowning. The man with heterochromia eyes looked silent, as if he were analyzing the situation in this house.“What do you mean, sir?” asked Ben quickly, representing Terry’s question, who was about to ask the same question.The detective smiled faintly at Terry and Ben. “Yes, the culprit has been found. I just need additional evidence to support it.”“That fast?” asked Steve in an incredulous tone. He rounded his eyes, unable to believe what he had just heard.His heart seemed to stop beating as his face paled. Was the detective in front of him playing games with him? Or was he telling the truth? Because, as he rememb
Chapter 136: Painful NewsSteve, Terry, and Ben rounded their eyes at Minji's nonsensical words. They stared at each other before finally turning their faces the other way."You want me to be the father of the child inside your stomach?" Steve asked to be sure.Minji nodded her head quickly. Her eyes were sparkling, and her gaze was full of pleading. She looked at Steve with her hands clasped in front of her chest."Yes, I beg you. Please be the father of my child. Let's go back to the way we used to be, Steve. I've always dreamed of us being a family again, like-""Stop it there." Steve stopped Minji's words, which were too ridiculous for his ears. He put on a frivolous smile with a sardonic look in his eyes."After you left with another man and are now pregnant, you're asking to get back with me? Have you lost your mind?"Minji's smile now faded, turning into a sad face. Tears now flowed from her eyes again, much more heavily than before. Her sobs sounded so soft and heart-
Chapter 135: She's backAfter a long debate with Mr. Kang, Steve decided to just go back to America with Terry and Ben. And here he was, in an airport full of people.After getting their suitcase, the three men quickly made their way out. They had missed the country so much. Fun plans were already running through their brains.Steve inhaled the air greedily, with a small smile on his lips. He was very happy to be back in the country, although on the other hand, he felt a little bad that Mr. Kang had to take care of the rest of his work.As he was about to get a taxi, someone suddenly tugged on the hem of his shirt. Steve turned around to see who it was.His eyes were perfectly rounded, as if they were about to pop out of place. In addition, his heart seemed to stop beating, with his body frozen like a statue. He couldn't believe the person in front of him."Hello, Steve." Steve immediately took the body tightly into his arms. He buried his head on her shoulder. Steve's breathi
Chapter 134: Tactics (1)Steve blocked the tomatoes and cake thrown at him with his hands. The three men had no other means of protecting their bodies from the fury of the crazed audience, just because of Daniel's provocative sentence.Once the tomatoes and cakes on the buffet table were gone, the guests stood still, staring at the three men with disgust, cynicism, and hatred. Steve lifted his head from the folds of his hands, protecting his face, and looked at his own body.His body was so dirty, covered in cream and crushed tomatoes. The same thing happened to Terry and Steve. "Get the three of you out of here! A vile person like you doesn't belong with the leaders of the company, Mr. Steve," Alexa said angrily. She clenched her fists with a glare at Steve."Ms. Alexa, I-""Get out of here!" Alexa shouted loudly. She grabbed Steve's hand and pushed him hard, knocking him to the ground. Again, Steve felt a sense of dejavu, just like when he was humiliated by Daniel at Layla'
Chapter 134: Media Play (2)Daniel smiled happily as more people walked into his trap. His sooty black eyes were still focused on Steve, who was currently rounding the corner. He felt victorious because he had managed to make the man feel cornered.Daniel picked up the mic again, brought it closer to his mouth, and spoke again to make another provocative sentence."I have proof that Steve did that. Do you want to see it?"Again, there was silence for the second time. The audience was shocked by the words that came out of his mouth. "Don't you believe me? I really have proof." Daniel opened his mouth again. He made his tone persuasive so that the audience would believe what he said.The platinum-haired girl, who had been speaking, fell silent. Her mouth opened, and a look of doubt now overcame her. From that alone, the woman who had been supporting Steve now began to have doubts about what she believed in."You must be joking if you have proof." The platinum-haired woman uttered the
Chapter 133: Media Play (1)All the guests whispered to each other after hearing Daniel's words. Some of them even gave Steve a cynical look at the event. The praise they had just given him seemed to have been taken back. In other words, they are licking their own saliva.Seeing the situation turning against him, Terry gritted his teeth. His jaw clenched so tightly that his neck veins stood out. His hands were clenched so tightly that his knuckles turned white. His eyes were bulging, and a dark, black aura now surrounded his body, making the few people who were there step aside because they couldn't stand the dark aura. Let's not forget the dominant demeanor that was getting thicker and thicker around him, making Terry ten times scarier than before.Beside him, Steve and Ben looked quite panicked to see Terry, who was in alert mode. They were both trying to quell the anger of the red-haired man. Steve and Ben stroked Terry's back gently, trying to calm his hot-blooded heart."Terry,
Chapter 132: Covert Warning Steve was frozen in place. He couldn’t believe that his two colleagues had gotten on such a mission. His eyes shifted in another direction, reluctant to meet Kai, who was currently waiting for a reaction from him.“Who proposed the mission to them?” asked Steve, trying to remain calm. His voice sounded flat, contrary to the state of his heart, which wanted to blame his best friend.Kai sighed. He bit the candy in his mouth until it crumbled and swallowed it slowly. After his mouth was clean, Kai coughed a little. He wanted to create a serious atmosphere between himself and Steve.“Mr. Kang and I planned this,” Kai replied in a low voice. His gaze was still fixed on Steve, though the man was reluctant to look at him.“But why?” Steve massaged the bridge of his throbbing nose, feeling clueless about everything that was happening.“What are you bothering the Griffins for? Didn’t they do anything to the Grayon family and Kang Corp this time?”Kai glared
Chapter 131: Like Heaven and Earth Kai was silent for a few moments. His eyes were perfectly rounded, as if they were about to pop out of their sockets. His face looked so pale, like paper. His mouth was slightly open, but he didn't say anything, as if something were holding his tongue. His heart seemed to stop beating. His mind was suddenly blank, as was the look in his eyes. Feeling something was wrong, Steve gently patted the back of Kai's hand. "Kai?" Steve called out in a slightly louder voice to wake Kai up from his reverie. Apparently, it worked. Kai was stunned and looked at Steve with blinking eyes a few times, gathering the consciousness that had been scattered. "Yes?" He said it spontaneously. "Why are you daydreaming?" asked Steve with a deeply furrowed brow. His tone of voice showed that he was annoyed, which was very different from before, when he was so friendly and warm. "Why are you being quiet? Please answer my question, Kai. I want to know what you're h