"Joana? Why did she do that? Does this damn man just want to play with me?" John wondered. John stared sharply at Stephen, wanting a further explanation. "Don't joke around! I don't want to make small talk with you!" Stephen did the same thing. He was clearly busier than John. "Do I look like someone interested in prolonging a conversation with you, huh?" He smirked sarcastically. The evening breeze blew stronger, causing shivers and a desire for warmth. Therefore, Stephen told Fiona to go inside the yacht first. The brunette woman complied immediately. Before going to the yacht, she said, "Don't take too long! I'll be waiting for you!" Stephen smiled warmly, seeing Fiona off. As it was only Stephen and John on the dock, John's mind was still wondering. If Stephen had forgiven him, then that meant he had nothing to do with him anymore. Also, Joana, it seemed like John had to meet her after this. She was his golden-haired mermaid who had saved him. Before Stephen completely left th
After returning to Rosewind city, Stephen and Fiona's life went back to normal. Their relationship became even more harmonious. When it was time for Fiona to go to court to face Tristan, she confronted him with confidence.In the courtroom, Fiona met the bald man who had almost assaulted her before. The expression on the coal businessman's face clearly showed his annoyance. But Fiona's self-assurance made her not worried or anxious in the least.With so much evidence and witnesses that Fiona possessed, there was no room for Tristan Reyes to escape the charges of kidnapping and attempted rape that he committed.In the end, the judge delivered his verdict in front of everyone present in the courtroom, "Tristan Reyes, for the act of kidnapping and attempting to rape Fiona, the Rosewind city court sentences you to 30 years in prison! You will be isolated from society for three decades as a consequence of your vile actions!" Then the judge struck the gavel.Although there were not many spe
From inside the orphanage emerged two female friends of Fiona. They were friends from a humanitarian organization that often organized social activities.Fiona exclaimed to her two friends, "You've arrived? What time did you leave Rosewind?" The woman in the white shirt, beige crop top blazer, and blue jeans asked curiously. The distance between Danswell and Rosewind usually took more than three hours.A woman in a white shirt, tight white pants, and a purple long cardigan replied, "I stayed here with Sophia!" Daisy Mills answered enthusiastically.A woman next to Daisy, wearing a short moss green dress with long sleeves, confirmed her statement. "We didn't want to rush. And I think it's beneficial for us to stay here." She smiled.After exchanging greetings and introducing themselves, Johnnie invited Stephen's group to enter the orphanage's dining room.Politely, the man in the gray suit said, "I really appreciate all of you for coming to the remote Danswell orphanage early in the mo
The man across the phone was surprised by Stephen's offer. He hadn't seen Stephen for just ten months, not ten years. But it seemed like Stephen had changed since the last time he met him."Are you serious? If you're serious, I'll definitely come to Rosewind to see you!"The Magnificent Emerald hotel wasn't just the best hotel in Rosewind City; it was an internationally renowned luxury hotel. This caught Manuel's attention.In his mind, Manuel thought, "I thought the peak of surprises was the gift of 6 jet skis. Apparently, he still has another surprise!"Casually, Stephen said, "If I were joking, it would be embarrassing for me if you actually took up my offer!"Manuel realized that Stephen was not joking or being insincere. He started wondering how Stephen had accumulated so much wealth in just ten months.The jet ski rental entrepreneur said, "Alright then, I'll be in Rosewind City next week!" Not long ago, he had said he might visit Rosewind City someday. But in a matter of second
Alyssa lay in Stephen's lap, while the blonde man's hands were smeared with blood.With a pale face, Alyssa said shakily, "Don't worry, Mr. Stephen, I'll be fine..." Carefully, Alyssa handed a gun to Stephen. He angrily accepted the weapon.Stephen's heart was filled with anger. Someone had tried to kill him in the middle of a crowd and caused casualties.Stephen's eyes turned to Johnnie. Immediately, he knew that Stephen needed him to carry Alyssa to the dormitory with the others.Just after Oliver learned that Alyssa had been shot, he aimed at the large tree where the sniper was hiding. After Alyssa was in Johnnie's arms, Stephen also fired his gun at them. As the snipers took cover from Oliver and Stephen's shots, everyone ran safely into the dormitory."Oh my goodness, what was that earlier?" Daisy screamed in panic as she climbed the stairs.Suddenly, Oliver gave a command, "Get down!"In fear, their trembling bodies obeyed Oliver's order, and at the same time, the window glass s
Leia sighed in frustration. She looked up at the ceiling for a moment, then stared at Fiona and said, "Are you sure? Can you judge him objectively, regardless of whether he's your husband or a handsome man?" She smiled sarcastically.Fiona returned the gaze of the woman in the black oversized jumper and replied, "Of course. I still have a brain to distinguish between good and bad." She glared.Impatiently, the woman with bold eye makeup and dark purple lipstick said, "Then what does the shot mean? I don't understand your explanation. If you call him a good man, then who is the bad one? Do you know who tried to shoot him?" She looked sharply at Fiona. "This issue is not simple at all! There are hundreds of children here, and his presence poses a danger to all of us!"Fiona clenched her hands tightly. She didn't have any evidence to accuse anyone of being the culprit. But then the brunette woman said, "I know. Who could have foreseen something like this happening? You better stay calm!"
After the chaos subsided, they checked on their own conditions and those of their companions. At the back door, Stephen and Johnnie were unharmed. Meanwhile, at the front door, Ethan had a wound on his temple, and Kyle had a gunshot wound in his leg."Take care of the injured!" Stephen commanded a late-arriving agent. Obediently, the agent followed Stephen's orders.Next, Alyssa, Ethan, and Kyle were taken by helicopter to receive specialized treatment. Therefore, Johnnie informed the hospital, so the ambulance wouldn't need to come to the orphanage as the patients were already receiving medical assistance.One hour later, the police finally arrived at the orphanage's courtyard. They immediately secured the snipers and soldiers in all-black attire with face coverings, then gathered various information from the people present at the orphanage.When Johnnie saw a group of special forces boarding a helicopter, he asked Stephen, "Stephen, are those your men?" The blond man confirmed Johnn
Upon returning from Fiona's orphanage, she resumed her normal life and got busy preparing for a charity auction event. Meanwhile, Stephen supervised his team as they investigated the attack case at Danswell orphanage.At the penthouse, the special agent William, known as the Black Wolves, gathered. They discussed their investigation findings and data from the police on a large LCD screen on the wall.Oliver said with a serious expression, "Young master, based on our investigation and police data, we conclude that the attackers were Tristan's men."Stephen wasn't surprised by this discovery as he had suspected Tristan's involvement. Despite being in prison, Tristan still had some influence outside, but since the attack at Danswell orphanage, Stephen's agents and the police had arrested them all, reaching the roots of the organization.A blonde man in a white T-shirt commented, "Seems like he hated me so much that he went to such extremes to capture me while I was at the orphanage."Wil