Zoey's mind buzzed at the words.The bodyguard said, "Layne wanted to go to the bathroom, and Ryan took him there. We waited outside. We waited for about five minutes, but they didn't come out. I went in to check and found Ryan with his neck slashed and several stab wounds on his chest, lying in a pool of blood. Layne was gone. I'm sorry..."Zoey asked, "At what time did the incident occur?""Eight minutes ago."Zoey pursed her lips and asked, "Did Ryan take me to the hospital?"The other party was taken aback, not expecting that Zoey not only did not blame them, but also cared about Ryan's injury.He replied, "The hospital is nearby, and the ambulance had already arrived and taken him away."Zoey lightly hummed, "Is Ms. Madeleine okay?""No, she went to look for Layne with us. We informed the mall to seal off all the entrances and exits, and we also called the police."During the inquiry, Zoey had already taken out her laptop and hacked into the surveillance system of the mall.She a
Upon hearing the man's threat, Callie's lips curled into a sinister smile."Threaten me? I am not afraid of threats!"Her smile disappeared, and her voice turned harsh, "When did you bring that woman to me?""Quickly, before this, you were not allowed to move the child!"Callie laughed heartily, "Well, it all depends on how fast you can give it to someone. I've never been a patient person! Remember, Subway Line 9, Exit 2. Contact me when you get there."The phone was hung up, and Derrick clenched his teeth. Callie was a fervent fan of Kristian. He discovered that Kristian had an unusual relationship with Madeleine, so he found Callie. He promised to help Callie get rid of Madeleine in exchange for Callie getting rid of Layne.He just didn't expect that Callie had a tendency for abuse, and now he is tightly held by her.He pressed his temple and dialed the phone, "How is it going?""Madeleine went out, and she had a bodyguard following her."Derrick's voice was harsh, "The bodyguard is
Russell and Zoey received the news of Madeleine's accident ten minutes after it happened.Toby and Leanna happened to pass by this section of the road and discovered the Keller family's car.Toby got off the car and found out that Madeleine had been kidnapped.This news was undoubtedly the last straw for Russell and Zoey.Toby noticed Russell's unusual behavior and asked if something had happened.Russell did not hide it from Toby anymore and told him about Layne's situation.Toby analyzed, "First, Layne was kidnapped by Callie, and then Madeleine was abducted by someone. Is there any connection between these two kidnappings?"Russell frowned, "We were considering that Derrick hired Callie to kidnap Layne, and now Madeleine is in trouble."Toby and Russell exclaimed in unison, "Callie most likely had a grudge against Madeleine!"Russell looked at Zoey and said, "Check if Callie was a fan of Madeleine."Toby pondered for a moment, "Does Madeleine have a boyfriend?"Russell frowned, "I
Kristian was the beloved youngest son of the Rosario family. Upon receiving the news of Kristian going to pursue the kidnappers, both Davian Rosario and Laurel Rosario collapsed and were rushed to the hospital.When the Rosario family received this message, they immediately contacted Russell.Russell and Zoey, who had been clueless all along, instantly saw a glimmer of hope. Regardless of whether this information was true or false, they were determined to investigate it.After all, the place provided by the other party was very hidden and not easily discovered, making it highly likely to hide people.The Rosario family used to wander in the gray area in their early years, but later they cleaned up their act and became respectable businessmen. However, they still retained their criminal nature as a family, and of course, their old connections from the past have not been severed.This time, the Rosario family brought twenty cars of people to their destination.At the same time, Russell
At a critical moment, Kristian rushed forward and bumped into Callie, causing her lighter to be knocked out of her hand and fall onto a cardboard box.He clenched his teeth and, enduring intense pain, pulled out the knife from his chest and stabbed it into Callie's back.The latter stumbled and fell onto a paper box, getting gasoline on their body, and the flames quickly surged up.She wailed in agony, "Why, I loved you so much, why did you stab me in the back? Kristian, save me, save me! I am the only one in this world who truly loves you..."She deeply regretted helping Kristian untie the rope at his plea. Little did she know that this action would give Kristian the opportunity to retaliate against her.Kristian knelt beside Madeleine, his hands trembling and weak as he untied the ropes for her. His white shirt was stained red with blood.Madeleine looked at the man, his lips pale. "Kristian, you...""If you want to thank me, then offer yourself to me.""At this moment, can you stil
Zoey walked briskly into the stairwell, and she could no longer hold back her suppressed emotions, crying softly.Russell closed the safety gate and embraced her in his arms.He knew that at this moment, no matter what he said, it would be useless. What Zoey needed was to let it all out.The motion sensor light in the stairwell went off, Zoey tightly gripping the man's T-shirt with both hands, her voice hoarse, "I really miss Layne, I can't bear how Callie mistreated him, he's still so young..."In the pitch-black space, Russell's eyes were deep, and based on Callie's sadistic personality, he must have inflicted harm on Layne in the past.With this in mind, he felt that even torturing Callie would not be enough to satisfy his resentment."I wouldn't let her have it so easy. Death is too comfortable for her."Russell lightly tapped her trembling back, "I believed that Derrick wouldn't harm Layne, after all, he still wanted to use Layne to lure you out."Zoey hmmed, feeling dull and res
Zoey had no sleep that night, as she lay on the companion bed in Madeleine's hospital room, staring out of the window.In the early morning, she had Russell take her to the ward, as she wanted to accompany Madeleine.Russell, being accommodating to her temperament, sent her over.Zoey asked him to stay at a hotel, and he agreed.He didn't go, but instead sat on the bench outside.It was ultimately a sleepless night.As Zoey watched the first ray of sunlight rise in the early morning, she found it surprisingly dazzling.Tears gradually blurred the eyes, and the phone by the hand vibrated.She picked it up and vaguely saw a string of unfamiliar incoming calls on the screen.She opened the receiver and listened to the voice on the other end.There was a moment of silence between the two, and the man's voice came out hoarse, "Zoey, it's me."Zoey suddenly sat up and lowered her voice, "Derrick, is Layne with you? Can you give him back to me, please?""Okay."Zoey was surprised that the ma
Kristian chuckled, "Madeleine, your mouth was not made for speaking.""Not suitable for talking?" Madeleine glanced at the man, "Then suitable for what?""Suitable for kissing," Kristian raised an eyebrow.Madeleine glared at him and said, "A dog's mouth can't spit out ivory! With your lung capacity, you won't even be able to sustain a kiss for twenty seconds in the future!"Kristian smirked, "It seems like you wanted to kiss me.""No way!" Madeleine pretended to leave. "Even when you're hurt, you can't be honest.""Don't go!" Kristian raised his voice and started coughing.He had just finished the surgery and injured his lungs, so his voice was weak. Whenever he spoke a little louder, he would start to wheeze.Madeleine quickly checked on him and said, "Don't worry, I'm not leaving."Kristian finally calmed down and held the woman's hand. "Madeleine, give me a kiss.""Go to hell! Don't think that just because you blocked the knife for me, I should be grateful enough to offer myself t
Nancy woke up and found herself in the hospital, with a furry head by her side.She recognized that it was Dalton, how was he here?Did he save himself or was he here as a family member to take care?She tended towards the second situation, after all, no one knew about her visit to the gallery last night.However, in any case, she felt that she was not prepared to meet him.Just at that moment, Dalton moved.Nancy immediately closed her eyes.Dalton, with sleepy eyes, sat up and stretched, moving his neck.Last night, he was here guarding Nancy, afraid that she might have any problems.Actually, he could have slept on the nearby bed, but he didn't.He wanted to be closer to her because last night's fire almost took her away.He looked at Nancy's trembling eyelids and knew that she had woken up."Nancy, did you wake up?" Dalton said gently.The person on the sickbed continued to doze, with only
"Nancy!"Dalton discovered that his voice was trembling, and he shouted again, coughing violently afterwards.Nancy had no reaction, and Dalton picked up the person and rushed out.Randall rushed towards the entrance of the gallery, following closely behind.The fire grew larger, and a horizontal beam fell down, blocking their way.The scorching flames were raging everywhere, as if the tongues of fire were devouring everything in their path. The thick smoke made people's eyes water incessantly.Randall stood in front of Dalton and said, "I will charge ahead, you follow me, and Nancy won't get hurt!""Get lost!"Dalton put the person down and prepared to carry them out.Just at that moment, a jet of water came in and extinguished the fire in front of the three people.Dalton grabbed Nancy and rushed out.Because the surrounding people didn't know if there were any people inside, they dialed 119.The a
Russell and Zoey faced each other, lifting the veil, revealing a breathtakingly beautiful face.He took Zoey's hands.The pupils of the two individuals reflected each other's faces.From past lives to present life and even to future lives, throughout countless generations, they will always be together!The emcee said, "The couple bows three times to each other. With the first bow, the couple holds hands and respects each other like guests, walking together in love and harmony!"Russell and Zoey bowed to each other."Two bows, heads touching, may you have a precious child until old age!"Russell and Zoey listened to the emcee's command. Russell lowered his head and pressed his forehead against Zoey's smooth forehead, and the two of them smiled at each other."Three bows, faces pressed together, happiness and joy forever!"Russell tilted his head and pressed his cheek against Zoey's, whispering softly in her ear, "Zoey, I
Nancy tightened her lips as she heard one after another derogatory remark.Her body trembled slightly, and her fingers curled up.Dalton clicked his tongue and said, "What, did I make you angry? It seems like you really care about this bastard!"Nancy couldn't bear it anymore. She was about to leave, but the man grabbed her wrist."Let go!" Nancy glared at him, unable to speak loudly and could only scold him in a low voice.Dalton sneered, "I just wouldn't let go, what can you do to me?"Nancy swung, not letting go, and raised her other hand to slap the man's face.Because the cheers were too loud, only the people next to it saw it.Alissa frowned as she watched Dalton clutching Nancy's hand. "Dalton, you really have no manners. Not only did you not have a wedding when you got married, but now you're also entangling with your ex-wife after the divorce."She grasped Dalton's wrist and said, "Dalton, we may not be able to
Zoey knelt on the bed, looking beautiful with her eyes and eyebrows.The wedding dress complemented her porcelain white skin, making her even more delicate and alluring.The wedding dress was embroidered with intricate and complex patterns of gold and silver threads, with the golden phoenix appearing as if it was breaking through the clouds and soaring high, exuding a vibrant and luxurious aura.The hair crown on her head was somewhat heavy, all made of pure gold, with red gemstones embedded on it.Zoey held up the hem of her skirt with both hands and stretched out her feet, saying, "It's time to find me some shoes.""Are you in a hurry to marry me?"Zoey glanced up at the crown on her head and said, "It really felt a bit heavy."Russell got up and placed both hands on the bed, "Where were the shoes placed?""Just put it in..."Zoey was about to speak when Madeleine walked over and said, "The proper procedures still need
Carolyn looked at Russell with anticipation, she swore that this time she would never call him "uncle" again!Russell cleared his throat and said, "Sister-in-law!"Carolyn nodded heavily, "Okay, Russell!"She covered her mouth with her hand, she was extremely excited.She finally got it right once, it was really not easy.At the previous wedding, she called the wrong name and felt upset for a long time.This time, we could finally hold our heads high and breathe a sigh of relief!Russell asked, "Can you please ask Carsen to be lenient and let me pass smoothly?"Carolyn looked at Carsen and then blinked her eyes. "Since you didn't make things difficult for Carsen when he proposed, he naturally won't make things difficult for you."Carsen: "..."He made Carolyn come as if it was a mistake.He looked at Royce and Brodie with a helpless expression, "My wife has already spoken, you guys come."At that mom
A number of luxury cars were parked in front of the villa. Russell got out of the leading Phantom, and then he also carried Layne down.A big one and a small one stood there, looking up in the direction of Zoey's room."Mom, come quickly! Layne is watching me!" Evelin jumped up happily, with two little pigtails on her head tied with colorful bells, making cheerful and crisp sounds as she bounced.Leanna, Madeleine, Carolyn, and Nancy stepped forward, looking at the lively scene on the lawn below.In Woodmerrow in May, the weather was already warm, and the green grass was sprouting. The luxury cars and handsome men were truly pleasing to the eye.Leanna cut in, "Russell, the cunning old fox, brought Layne along, wanting to smoothly pass through the level."Madeleine looked shrewd, "That's impossible, how could Royce, Brodie, and Carsen just easily and happily take Zoey away from us?"Carolyn was not one to shy away from drama. "Even if
May 20th was a joyful day for Russell and Zoey.The wedding was five years late, and although there were regrets, it was ultimately successful.The Keller's manor and the Maddox's manor were forty minutes apart, a duration that Russell found particularly long. He was eager to meet Zoey and couldn't wait for those forty minutes to pass.Layne, who was supposed to be by Zoey's side, was taken away by Russell.Russell said to Layne, "Because you were a boy, you had to be with dad."Layne shook his head in disbelief, "You just use me as a scapegoat, you were worried that they wouldn't let you in."Russell pressed his brow, now seemingly nothing could deceive him.However, Layne still comforted him, saying, "After all, you are my father, and I want to make sure you marry my mother!"Alright, this son still sided with him.Layne changed into a black suit, with a small bow tie neatly tied around the collar of his white shirt, l
In the dressing room, Zoey took off the intricate accessories from her head and glanced back at Russell, who was tidying up his suit."Nancy was so pitiful, how could Dalton ignore her like that?"Russell hesitated for a moment and said, "I went to talk to Dalton, misunderstandings can be easily resolved."Zoey frowned, "But Nancy didn't want us to get involved in this matter, is she planning to leave?"Russell pursed his lips and walked behind her, placing a hand on her shoulder. "We'll see how things go. If they love each other, being together will bring happiness. But if they don't, being together will only be a torment. Let's just let things take their course."Zoey scolded him, "What if I wanted to leave?""Then I would pester relentlessly.""You kept pestering, yet you let Dalton go with the flow?" Zoey was puzzled.Russell sighed lightly and reached up to touch her earrings. "I let us go with the flow. As for Dalton, he