The host, Leandro, stepped onto the stage, took a deep breath, and forced a difficult smile."Who would've thought that today's product launch would feature twin designs, created by two designers. Now, let's welcome the two designers to the stage!"Backstage.Leanna patted Zoey on the shoulder. "Good luck! I'm going to find the best angle for a shot. Wait until Ariana, Jayleen, and Nelson give you thirty kneeling bows."Zoey nodded. "Please make sure it's in high definition."Leanna gave an 'OK' gesture.As Zoey stepped out, the other designers crowded around. "Ms. Spence, you must know the inside story, right? Please tell us! We're dying to know!""Yeah, Ms. Spence, stop keeping us in suspense. What's going on?"Leanna pointed to the big screen. "Why rush? It's more fun watching the drama unfold."Everyone: "..."Just as Zoey was about to step onto the runway from the waiting area behind the stage, her phone vibrated.Seeing the familiar number, she answered the call."Ms. Baker, is s
The double doors of the exhibition hall were opened, and two bodyguards escorted a woman in her fifties into the room. Zoey looked at Ariana, who was feigning calmness but with panic clearly visible in her eyes. She smiled and asked, “Nervous?” Ariana immediately retorted, her voice rising sharply, “Impossible! I don’t even know this woman. What does she have to do with me?!” Zoey nodded, “True, you don’t know this woman. After all, she was contacted directly by Mrs. Harmon.” Ariana’s fingers clenched the skirt at her side. “Stop talking nonsense! Don’t pin baseless accusations on my mother! Zoey, we were once like sisters! Why are you lying through your teeth and trying to frame my mother?!” Zoey shrugged. “Lying? Framing? It’s not like you can hide things forever!” The bodyguards brought the woman up to the stage. When the woman looked up, she saw the crowd in the hall. Zoey’s face grew serious. “Tell the truth. If you lie even a little bit, I’ll make sure to have y
The vast exhibition hall was buzzing with excitement. Everyone was eager to see these three entangle themselves further, to face the consequences of their actions. Nelson looked up at Zoey, "Zoey, you're truly vicious. Ariana has fainted, and you still won't let her go?" "Fainted?" Zoey let out a soft laugh, slowly standing up. She took an iron box from her handbag and pulled out a thin, long silver needle. "I'm especially skilled at treating those who faint at critical moments. Roland!" Roland immediately understood and pressed Nelson to the ground, using his knee to hold him down. Zoey crouched beside Ariana. "Ariana, the silver needle can revive you if I prick your head or neck. Which part would you like me to pierce?" Zoey's lips curled into a mischievous smile as she slowly approached Ariana's forehead with the needle. Ariana felt something near her, and her breath started to quicken. She suddenly opened her eyes and screamed, "No!" Zoey smiled and withdrew the nee
The morgue was cold and suffocating, not like the typical chill of winter, but a deep, heart-wrenching cold that made one feel empty inside.At this moment, besides Zoey, Russell, and Troy, there were also forensic experts and a few police officers present.Zoey walked in, her eyes red with grief, and Russell, sitting in a wheelchair, met her. His face was grave as he spoke, “The forensic doctor has examined the body and believes it was a sudden death due to cardiac arrest, though the exact cause needs an autopsy. Since the Harmon family and Ariana are now in police custody, you're the only direct relative left. Although you’ve severed ties with them publicly, this situation is special and we need your decision.”Zoey nodded faintly, holding back her tears. She walked over to the morgue table and slowly removed the white sheet covering her grandfather. His face was pale and lifeless, and his chest did not rise or fall. She trembled as she grasped his cold hand, whispering, “How could t
“Mrs. Harmon, Matteo has been diagnosed with heart failure. Was he driven to death by your anger?” “Mrs. Harmon, everyone heard what you said last night. Do you have anything to explain?” ...Dahlia was interrogated relentlessly until the police confirmed the cause of death was natural, at which point the questioning finally stopped. She thought the whole ordeal was over, only to find herself dragged into a new case involving copyright infringement and the theft of Galaxy Studio’s confidential material.She had barely managed to be bailed out, with a court date set for later, when the reporters swarmed her again with their questions.Already on edge, Dahlia was furious and no longer able to control her temper. In a fit of rage, she lashed out.“You bunch of trash! What makes you think you can talk to me like this! The old man’s death has nothing to do with me! He was already old and useless! He should’ve died earlier, but he had to die last night, what bad luck!”“Shut up!” Jordan
Inside the funeral home’s farewell hall, everyone was dressed in black, their expressions somber, with sighs echoing throughout the room.Zoey and Russell stood near the crystal casket, greeting those who came to offer their condolences.When the Harmon family arrived, they were met with criticism and disapproval, standing awkwardly on the other side of the casket.At that moment, Dahlia glared at Zoey with intense hatred, as though she wanted to devour her.Jordan noticed her anger and nudged her with his elbow, signaling for her to hold back. Dahlia reluctantly restrained herself.Ariana, her eyes filled with tears, walked over to Zoey and began to apologize. But as she cried, she nearly fainted and fell toward Russell.Russell pursed his lips, watching the woman collapse toward him, his shiny shoes barely moving.Before he could react, Zoey swiftly grabbed Ariana by the hair and threw her to the ground, facing the crystal casket.Ariana cried out in pain, landing hard on the floor.
The sky was overcast, with clouds hanging lower and lower, and the rain showed no signs of letting up. Luxury cars lined up outside the cemetery. Zoey and her group, accompanied by the host Diego, walked towards the cemetery, with the remaining attendees who had come to pay their last respects to Matteo also getting out of their cars. Especially Denzel and Livia, who hurried to catch up. Aubrie frowned. "Braylen, what do you think they're doing here? The relationship has been so tense, and now they show up—doesn't it seem a bit unnecessary? They look rather eager, too." Braylen sensed something was off and pulled Aubrie's hand, quickening his pace to follow. There were no designated wheelchair-accessible paths in the cemetery, and the stairs were numerous. Zoey told Russell to wait at the side near the stairs while she and Leanna went to bury the urn. Russell nodded slightly. "Okay." The others descended the stairs and followed Zoey to a gravestone. Standing next to
Russell returned to the old mansion and entered the study with Alonso. Before long, a loud crash echoed through the house, followed by the old man’s furious roar as he smashed his favorite inkstone. He ordered the butler to summon the eldest and second branches of the family. An hour later, everyone from the Maddox family was gathered neatly in the center of the living room. Denzel’s heart sank. The old man’s gaze kept sweeping between him and Livia. Could today’s events have been exposed? Impossible! Absolutely impossible! Alonso sneered. “Denzel, I’m giving you one chance to confess what you’ve done. If you don’t, I’ll show the evidence, and you’ll meet the same fate as Nelson!” Denzel, still clinging to a glimmer of hope, stubbornly denied, “I have no idea what you’re talking about.” Alonso, enraged, grabbed a teacup from the table and hurled it at him. “You had someone attack Russell at the cemetery today, didn’t you? Just to test if his leg was still crippled! De
Dalton's heart tightened suddenly as Russell fell silent.He subconsciously disagreed in his heart, after all, if Nancy were to encounter any problems, it would be a matter of life and death. He dared not take this risk.If not done so, Susie was like a time bomb, ready to explode at any moment.Susie relied on the Thatcher family. The Thatcher family had their hands in both legal and illegal activities, secretly training assassins and having people specifically assigned to clean up crime scenes for the assassins. Therefore, she felt invincible.Russell came up with this idea because if Susie were to attack again at Lochcliff, he would have a way to detain her.However, the Thatcher family needed someone, and Russell had a way to incriminate her.Dalton remained silent for a long time, "You made me think about it."Russell did not persuade him anymore, because he knew Dalton would consider what consequences would develop if things con
This was the first time the two of them had a peaceful conversation, and it was surprising to see how harmoniously the rivals could get along.Randall chuckled lightly and said, "No need, I couldn't trouble you and Nancy."Dalton didn't like to drink coffee, but today he ordered an iced Americano, which was rare for him. The bitterness made him frown."I don't know how you could drink it."Randall caressed the walls of the coffee cup, "I suppose it was because my heart was too bitter, but after drinking this, it didn't feel as bitter anymore."Dalton looked at the man, who had been disheveled for several days, and without the initial hostility, he unexpectedly felt some sympathy.Randall laughed and said, "Don't look at me like that, I didn't need sympathy.""Sorry," Dalton looked at him, "Nancy told me about your past. To be honest, if it weren't for those obstacles, you would have built a cozy little home together. I'm quite envious
After they received the certificate, Dalton moved Nancy's luggage from the apartment to his home.When she came back, Nancy had a feeling of things having changed.Although it was still in black and white, the cold tones didn't seem as cold anymore.Indeed, what affects one's emotions is not the environment but rather one's mood.Dalton saw her standing at the entrance and asked, "Why aren't you going in? Is it because you don't like this style of decoration? I was thinking that since you're pregnant, you shouldn't stay on the villa side anymore. Even if the newly renovated one is environmentally friendly, it may still have some odor. I'm worried that your morning sickness will be severe."Nancy couldn't smell pungent odors these past few days, such as garlic, chives, and onions.Dalton felt that this place was closer to his hospital, so if there was an emergency, it would be more convenient for him to rush back. Otherwise, staying at Nancy'
During Nancy's hospitalization, both Eugene and Chelsea came to visit.At that time, they still didn't know about her pregnancy.Chelsea cooked Manhattan clam chowder for her.She sat by the sickbed and fed Nancy.Nancy was very embarrassed, after all, her own mother had never treated her like this."I could do it myself."Chelsea shook her head and said with regret, "I have always hoped to have a daughter, but after giving birth to Dalton, my ovarian function deteriorated and I can no longer have children. When I first saw you, I liked you. You have a dignified and elegant appearance, although you can be a bit cold, but you don't give off an arrogant vibe. I was especially happy when you and Dalton got engaged. I know you both had reservations about the arranged marriage, but I believe you can make it work. Things were going as we expected, Dalton was in a good mood for a while, and he even called us without impatience. I knew your relation
Nancy told Dalton everything about her and Craig.Dalton's expression turned heavy after hearing the news, and he felt a mix of emotions towards Craig.If it weren't for Kolton and Reina's interference, Nancy and Craig would have long become a heavenly couple, and Dalton wouldn't even be in the picture.Craig risked his life to save others before the bus exploded, narrowly escaping death. Later, on the cruise ship, he once again rescued Nancy. If it weren't for Susie's help, he would have also drowned in the sea.Their everyday moments, even without simple kisses, they were able to give their lives for each other.To be honest, Dalton admired Craig while also feeling quite jealous of him.Back then, he had Amiya by his side, so even if Nancy appeared, there wouldn't be any possibility between them.Everything, one can only say, was a twist of fate.Dalton's face became somewhat serious as he looked at Nancy. "Nancy, I respected
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