To ensure a smooth return to Simeria tomorrow, they had pulled out all the stops. Bianca couldn't believe there wasn't some scheming behind it all.Seeing Bianca's uneasy expression, Clyde sighed. "Don't worry, we'll make it for sure."Time was ticking, with just ten minutes left.Clyde couldn't fathom anyone at the airport daring to cross the Jarvis family. Unless, of course, they were ready to face the consequences.-Ten minutes!Malcolm was racing against time to get to the airport.Even in good weather conditions, it took an hour to get from Snow Peak Manor to the airport. And considering the current icy conditions, it would take at least two hours to get there."Hurry up," Malcolm ordered in a menacing tone.Horatio was sweating bullets.As they drove, the sound of the tires crunching over ice echoed through the tense atmosphere inside the car.Just then, Horatio's phone vibrated."Hello."The already somber mood in the car grew even heavier with the phone call.Aft
By the time Malcolm arrived at the airport, Bianca was already gone. He was now seething with rage.Despite the efforts of the airport staff, including the top management, Malcolm's fury remained unabated.All the flights for that night were canceled, leaving the control room cold and empty. The only exception was Malcolm, who was pacing back and forth, radiating danger with every step.When Clyde appeared on the surveillance footage, it was evident that he had only been accompanied by his entourage. There was no sign of Bianca anywhere, not even a glimpse of her boarding the plane."Lord Malcolm," Horatio called out gravely.No Bianca?So, she hadn't left with Clyde after all? Was she still in Weiss Town?"Send someone to find her immediately!" Malcolm ordered, gritting his teeth.Horatio nodded and hurried off.Malcolm clenched his fists, feeling as though he could crush Bianca's bones.She had slipped away silently, leaving no trace. As long as she hadn't left with Clyde,
Bianca had temporarily settled in with the Jarvis family. When Natalie received news of her friend's return, she immediately wanted to go see her.However, Clyde stopped his sister and went to see Natalie himself instead. When she saw her brother return alone, she couldn't help but feel a twinge of disappointment."Luna isn't in Weiss Town," Clyde revealed, glancing at his sister.Natalie's already strained expression worsened upon hearing that."Not in Weiss Town?" she questioned."Yeah," Clyde confirmed.Natalie's mind was racing.Luna not being in Weiss Town meant that she wasn't with Cedric. Then, where on Earth was she, and what was Cedric up to?At this moment, it was utterly meaningless to talk about how Cedric had no right to hate Natalie. Regardless of whether he deserved to or not, his actions clearly showed that he harbored resentment towards her.Natalie felt suffocated. She was desperate to dismantle Cedric's plans, but was completely powerless to do so."Earlier
Talking about going back to Simeria made the already solemn atmosphere grow even heavier."Just wait a little longer," said Malcolm, who seemed to be emanating an air of restlessness.He wanted to wait for Bianca? It seemed that having her around would make things more convincing.But Horatio had a different perspective."Your current fiancee is Ms. Holly, and..." he trailed off.Not mentioning that would've been better.As soon as Horatio brought up Seraphine, Malcolm exuded an even more terrifying aura.Initially, he had made the decision to be with Seraphine to provoke Bianca. But now, it seemed somewhat unjustifiable in certain respects.Especially after leaving everything behind to follow Bianca, the recent incidents involving Seraphine made everything seem... sinister. If Malcolm were to return with Seraphine now, it would only confirm suspicions."That damn woman!" Malcolm cursed.He felt frustrated every time Bianca's name came up. It clouded his judgment, leading to
Curtis' breath caught in his throat upon hearing that Bianca had fled."She’s gone?""Yes… Father, Bianca harbors resentment towards you and Mother. Let's give her some more time," said Seraphine in a resigned yet gentle tone, seeming like a devoted daughter.However, Curtis's brow furrowed in response. "Seraphine!""I'll find a way to convince Bianca once we locate her.""No need!" snapped the middle-aged man.Seraphine was stunned. She hadn't expected Curtis to be so direct, even a tad impolite."Father!" she cried out, sounding aggrieved."How did you end up engaged to Lord Malcolm?" Curtis asked sharply.Seraphine went pale.When Malcolm announced their engagement, Curtis had still been in the hospital. At that time, Seraphine had thought her father wouldn't make it, given how dire his condition had been.Yet, here he was, alive and back with the Holly family."And why is that?" Curtis' voice dripped with suspicion."It was Lord Malcolm's suggestion. He wanted to retur
Bianca wouldn't be busy with work for a while, at least not until Malcolm returned.Her phone rang with a call from Natalie."Malcolm's coming back," she said casually over the phone.Bianca raised an eyebrow at the news. "So, do you still think his return is purely for my sake? Or do you believe he genuinely sacrificed everything for me previously?"Natalie hesitated, her silence speaking volumes.Clearly, there was an answer forming in her mind. She knew Bianca was sharp in business matters, but hadn't anticipated her being so cutting in her insights. In just a moment, Bianca seemed to have seen through everything.Taking a deep breath, Natalie replied sincerely, "Bia, thank you."However, Bianca scoffed, "What do you think I've sacrificed for you?"Natalie’s solemn gratitude made it sound like she owed Bianca a great debt. In reality, though it was indeed a favor, it was not in the way Natalie perceived it.Before her friend could respond, Bianca continued, "Alright, let's
Seraphine exited the room, leaving Curtis and Malcolm alone.Setting down his tea cup, Curtis looked at Malcolm. "Lord Malcolm, why did you come here?""Obviously, I'm here to assist you," Malcolm replied."Assist?" Curtis chuckled, his laughter tinged with sarcasm.Malcolm's expression tightened, unsure how to proceed.At the other man’s silence, Curtis asked, "Are you here for Seraphine or Bia?"The different ways Curtis referred to the two women revealed his affection for Bianca and hinted at her unique place in his heart.The older man’s question left Malcolm at a loss.If he answered that he was here for Bianca, then why was he engaged to Seraphine? But if he chose Seraphine as his answer, then what did Bianca mean to him?"Unsure how to respond, Lord Malcolm?" Curtis's sharp gaze bore into Malcolm.There was no hint of hesitation in the older man's demeanor. Despite the Holly family's current situation, Curtis still exuded an aura of authority.Malcolm hadn't anticipat
Gazing at the kneeling Seraphine, Curtis harbored no shred of tenderness in his eyes. Instead, they grew sharper and colder with each passing moment.Previously, Seraphine had once knelt before his wife. Time and time again, she evoked sympathy by making herself seem like a pitiable figure bereft of support.But the Holly family had nurtured an arrogance in Seraphine that she shouldn't have possessed.Curtis shut his eyes. "I'll give you an hour to leave. If you're still here after an hour, then..."Then, what?Curtis didn't finish his sentence, but judging by his icy tone, it was clear he wouldn't allow Seraphine to remain part of the Holly family any longer.Her initial fervent pleas rendered futile, Seraphine fell silent.Who would have thought that this would be the outcome?Curtis was different from Eleanor. Though Eleanor could be sharp, she was also a woman with a soft heart.But Curtis… At this moment, he was the very embodiment of a saying: when a man becomes ruthless