Chapter 860 Candice couldn’t shake the memory of the breakfast Elio had prepared personally, a gentle warmth still lingering within her. Mervyn scoffed, “Not only is he utterly useless, but he also wears that deadpan expression, like the world is against him or something. His face, all cold and sour!”
Chapter 859 Chapter 859: As she said this, Belinda kept her gaze fixed on Holley, studying every change in her expression. “What?†Holley’s eyes went wide, shock etched across her face. Kenia and Sarai shot up from the sofa, rushing over to Belinda. “How could something like that happen? Belinda,
Chapter 859 In the morning, they visited the event site. The team was busy setting up and decorating, and the basic framework of the venue was almost complete. After working there for a while, they had to head to the branch office for a meeting. The meeting started at 11:00
Chapter 858 Chapter 858: For ten long seconds, she stared at the caller ID before swiping to answer the call. “Hello?†“Belinda, why didn’t you come home the night before last? Are you… Are you still upset with me?†Holley’s hesitant voice came through the line. Belinda believed Holley had
Chapter 858 The golden sunlight streamed into the balcony garden, where flowers bloomed and greenery thrived. Candice awoke naturally, groggily reaching for her phone. One glance at the time made her bolt upright in bed. She hurriedly threw off the covers and rushed into the bathroom. After freshening up and
Chapter 857 Chapter 857: Lucas emanated an oppressive presence now; the weight of his gaze was like a heavy burden pressing down on Macie’s chest, making it increasingly difficult for her to breathe. His thin lips parted slightly as he said in a cold voice, “Macie, you should count yourself
Chapter 857 During middle school, Elio spent countless hours poring over foreign language articles in his study. His world echoed with the presence of teachers, test papers, and homework. That year, Zach passed away, marking the most painful and helpless period of his life. One day, outside the study’s balcony,
Chapter 856 Chapter 856: “Is that so?†Belinda couldn’t help but let out a soft, almost mocking chuckle. “Macie, you do realize who you’re conversing with, correct?†Lucas, reclining languidly on the hospital bed, suddenly interjected, his tone remarkably nonchalant yet laced with an underlying tension. Macie shot Lucas a
Chapter 856 After suppressing his feelings for so many years, Elio found himself lacking the courage to touch Candice’s face. He mocked himself inwardly. What a coward he was. But he couldn’t wait any longer. He had no more time to waste. Standing up, he entered the bedroom and retrieved
Chapter 855 Chapter 855: He then exited the room, only to return moments later, pushing a wheelchair. A woman sat in that wheelchair, her figure completely shrouded in bandages that covered her face, leaving only her eyes, nostrils, and mouth exposed. Had Gordon not mentioned it beforehand, no one would
Chapter 855 After checking in, Candice took the room key from Sadie and followed the bellhop upstairs. When she opened the door to her room, she stood in stunned disbelief. Quickly, she turned back and asked Sadie, “Ms. Lloyd, did I get the wrong room key?” Sadie smiled softly and
Chapter 854 Chapter 854: Macie’s expression shifted instantly when she heard the name. Minna… Minna Williamson? It was actually Minna behind all of this? Macie would never have imagined that Minna would send someone to do this to her. Why? Why would Minna do this? “She said—this is the cost
Chapter 854 Candice’s uneasiness grew. “Then I’ll go to the economy class. I’m just an ordinary employee. It’s not appropriate for me to be in first class.” She was about to get up when Elio’s voice, lazy yet commanding, stopped her. “Sit down. I paid for your ticket privately. It’s
Chapter 853 Chapter 853: Macie immediately began to sob, tears streaming down her face. Through her weeping, she begged, “Please, set me free…†“Boss, hurry up and finish this. Stop wasting time on her,†the first man urged impatiently. “Look at you, so eager! When dealing with a beauty like
Chapter 853 Elio glanced at the contract briefly before closing it and placing it in the drawer. Candice asked, “Mr. Hoffis, is there anything else?” Elio looked up at her indifferently. His cool and unreadable gaze unsettled Candice, making her heart race. “You” Elio started to speak but was interrupted
Chapter 852 Chapter 852: “Bethany is right; this might not have anything to do with your mother. Don’t let it weigh you down.†Belinda felt a faint tremor in her chest, her heart betraying a flicker of emotion. But she quickly masked it with a playful glare. Crossing her arms,
Chapter 852 “Who are you?” Candice asked. The man replied respectfully, “I’m Sean Lowe, the CEO’s assistant.” Candice nodded in greeting. “Nice to meet you, Mr. Lowe.” “Ms. Candice, please come in,” Sean said, opening the door for her. Candice hesitated for a few seconds, wondering why they had questioned
Chapter 851 Chapter 851: Bethany observed the tension on Belinda’s face before saying, “Let’s not jump to conclusions. First of all, this might have nothing to do with Kylee. And secondly, who’s to say Kylee’s call to Holley was even about this?†She paused, letting the logic sink in, and
Chapter 851 Elio turned away with a cold expression, leaving behind a curt remark, “Then don’t address me as anything.” The group stood there, bewildered, and Candice was equally perplexed. Elio’s moods were always unpredictable and hard to understand. After the banquet ended, Candice followed her cousins out of the
Chapter 850 Chapter 850: Gordon’s arrival at this moment undoubtedly signaled that something significant had occurred. “Did you uncover something?†Belinda immediately pressed him for information. Gordon nodded but hesitated for a moment. The matter involved Belinda’s mother, and he wasn’t sure if he should discuss it in front of