“Madam,” Aunt Nora, an elder woman in her early fifties, called Cora while staring at Cora Vandenberg with hesitation.Aunt Nora was the head maid in the Vandenberg family mansion who had accompanied Cora from her maiden’s home and also helped to raise Maverick when he was young.Due to this reason, Aunt Nora had always been treated like a family member.Cora smiled ruefully. She had always believed in her capabilities to gauge people, but she hadn’t expected that she would lose this time. “I know. That girl has been pretending.” She declared this, her eyes falling into the distance.No matter how naive Cora was, Cora was also from a socialite family, and she had been a socialite all her life, so how could she not understand what was happening?Tatiana had claimed to be sincere and honest, but in just a few days, she had already been involved in so much trouble.There was no way that she was that innocent.If Tatiana was really innocent, then how come all this trouble was related to h
‘Just In: After having a fight with Farrell, Tatiana was kidnapped, and Maverick had to sacrifice a land document worth almost 500 million to rescue Tatiana. As soon as this news made its way online, social media was in an uproar. In the past, we said Valencia was the one who was unfit for Maverick, but realizing it now, we were the ones who were wrong! This Tatiana seemed to have bad luck surrounding her. She caused two childhood friends to fall out. Now, she had also been kidnapped and made Maverick lose almost 500 million. Right now, I realized that I missed Valencia a lot. I wished she hadn't grown up and was still the one serving us funny jokes instead of all this depressing information relating to Tatiana. This Tatiana was really not sweet at all.’ Contrary to the battling going on online, as soon as the robbers let go of Tatiana, they disappeared into thin air. Tatiana ran out of where she had been tied and ran to Maverick. Immediately, Tatiana jumped into Maverick’s embr
“The Vandenberg family invited the family to the Blauch Vandenberg party and specially invited Valencia?” Raven Castillo suddenly read aloud from the envelope in her hand upon seeing Valencia and Aviva step into the mansion, her voice filled with bewilderment at the news she had just read. Fleet wrapped his hands around Raven while going through the documents in his other hand, as if to let Raven know that he was focusing on her regardless of going through a document or not. Fleet chimed into the conversation by responding in a tentative voice, “What is that old man thinking?” Upon hearing Raven's announcement, Valencia unconsciously paused in her tracks, not believing her ears. Did the Vandenberg family just specially invite their son’s ex and someone who was termed a humiliation throughout Valencia's relationship with Maverick? Moreover, aren’t the Cirillo and Vandenberg families enemies? Why would the Vandenberg family choose to let their enemies attend their celebration? Weren
“Safety check.” The director took a step back and swept a glance at the prop assistant as if to check if everything was in place. “Everything is in place, Director.” The props assistant immediately took a step back and responded, leaving Tatiana and Ayla at their initial positions. “Two minutes. Actors, get into position,” the director finalized and immediately made his way toward the camera. The crew immediately moved into their rightful positions. The scene that would be shot at the mountain was one of the female lead returning to the village where she was raised after being shunned by her parents and the world due to a scheme from her stepsister. The female lead had run to the village to take a breather and consider things again. However, what the female lead did not expect was that her ex-friend (Tatiana’s character), under the Fl sister's advice, was already trailing FL—intent on silently finishing her off in the village. The scene goes: The FL, who was running the mountai
"Huff! That bastard’s shamelessness really knows no bounds. All because of that fake bitch, Maverick is losing all the good people by his side. I hope he doesn't realize the truth when it's too late," Aviva scolded, her voice a tad higher due to rage. If it wasn't for Valencia constantly pacifying her and telling her not to, Aviva really wanted to storm to that hospital and rip that bastard apart. Although Aviva knew the Vandenberg family weren't good people, still, Maverick—that jerk—is really out of this world and different from the rest of the family. Aviva sighed and wrapped her arm around Valencia. Right now, the most important thing was to comfort Valencia and ease her pain. Although Valencia assumed a nonchalant and brave front, Aviva believed those were acts, and Valencia was overwhelmed by pain deep down. Aviva lowered her voice and tried to coax Valencia in the most gentle tone she could ever muster. "Valencia, don't pay attention to that jerk. He's really going to regre
---“Maverick, Tatiana is so sorry. Tatiana didn't wish to cause trouble for Maverick. Maverick, please forgive Tatiana.” As soon as Maverick stepped into the ward, Tatiana immediately broke into tears. Her body began to tremble, and her lips quivered pitifully.Originally, Tatiana's face was as pale as a sheet due to the incident. Coupled with the sobbing, it made Tatiana appear exceptionally pitiful and fragile, making one have the urge to want to protect her.Immediately, Tatiana lowered her head, and her eyes flashed with a devious glint.Although Tatiana and Maverick had shared the bed that night, the truth is that ever since Tatiana woke up the next morning until she fell from the mountain, Tatiana never set her eyes on Maverick.Even when Tatiana called Maverick’s phone or sent messages, he wouldn't pick up her call nor respond to her messages—all because he was busy.That had never happened in the past. In the past, no matter how busy Maverick was, he always responded to her m
“I said, Heaven is really considerate, and they aren’t blind. Since that time, Tatiana has been facing kidnapping schemes endlessly. Serves that bitch right.” Aneira grinned in excitement while the makeup artist applied makeup to her face. Although Aneira knew she shouldn’t be laughing at another’s misfortune, she really couldn’t hold her excitement at that point. After all, that Tatiana bitch had been a menace in Valencia’s life ever since she returned to the country. If one asked why Aneira slept in the Cirillo mansion and was going through her preparation for Grandpa Blauch Vandenberg’s party in the Cirillo mansion instead of her husband’s… Well, this is the answer… Although Aneira could have chosen to do it at home, she had dumped her pitiful Farrell and instead returned to the Cirillo family because it was more fun with the girls! Even though Farrell and his family were closer to the Vandenberg family, somehow, Farrell’s wife had no liking for Maverick and the Vandenberg famil
Raven Castillo held Valencia's hand and continued to lecture, her expression filled with worry and concern. “Valencia, if you feel uncomfortable…”Valencia sighed and nodded her head for the umpteenth time. “I understand, Mom.”Raven had also told Valencia that if she didn’t want to attend the Vandenberg party, then she didn't have to be scared and that Valencia should let her know.Raven had also told Valencia that if she was scared or uninterested at some point, then she should let Raven know. If someone dared to bully her…In the past, Valencia had always stayed quiet and endured everything because of her love for Maverick Vandenberg.But now, after realizing that Maverick was such a bad person, who did she have to fear, and why would she care? And why would she let herself be bullied?The last thing that anyone wanted to do was to step on Valencia’s toes today.There's no way that Valencia would be in a good mood after seeing that scumbag and Tatiana.And if anyone dares to go aga
“Maverick.” Farrell's eyes turned sharp, and he reproached upon seeing Maverick blatantly sit up from the bed as if to get out of it.Maverick had just been shot twice, for heaven's sake. It’s only heaven that knows how he didn’t black out after receiving two shots to his chest.Right now, all Maverick was supposed to do was cooperate and receive treatment, but NO. Maverick was very impatient to leave the ward and hospital altogether!Maverick had been forced and locked down before he could be taken to the hospital and before the doctor removed the bullet.Now that he was supposed to receive full treatment, Maverick stood up from the bed to leave—everything all on his own. It was as if he couldn’t even feel the pain of the gunshot. Did Maverick think he had a thousand lives? How could he be so careless and reckless?Maverick indifferently picked up his suit, indifferent to Farrell’s disapproval.Maverick’s hand pressed on his chest to apply pressure to the wound, the pain also alertin
A few decades ago, in a gambling center, Butler Leo met a competitor.This competitor was a wealthy man who didn’t know how to gamble, and as a result, he lost a lot of money to Butler Leo. However, the most interesting thing was that this person wasn’t annoyed at all and instead chose to be Butler Leo’s friend.Soon, they became such close friends that Butler Leo started helping him deliver some work—and soon he had already joined the illegal organization.The organization paid him a huge sum and gave him a spy mission: to take over the Vandenberg family and make everything belong to him.At that time, Blauch Vandenberg had just married his beautiful wife. The couple had been in love and wanted to have their baby. Unfortunately, one year, two, three, four, and five years passed—they couldn’t get a child regardless of how much they went to the hospital.While both of them thought that this was just an ordinary thing, or they hadn’t tried their best, what they didn’t know was that Butl
Immediately the gunshot rang, blood spurted from Butler Leo and the guard who had just handed the gun to Maverick.Maverick had just shot both of them!Upon seeing them collapse on the floor, Zan's expression changed, and he sprang up.Zan pointed at Maverick and growled, his voice filled with rage, “Maverick, what do you think you are doing?”Zan was in control. How dare Maverick go against his wish? Did Maverick think Zan couldn’t end him with a move? How dare he?For the first time, Zan's eyes showed a slight trace of anxiousness. “Call the doctor to treat Butler Leo,” he declared and immediately directed a piercing glare at Maverick.When the Vandenberg family had dumped him, the only one to support and boost his morale was Butler Leo. He'd never forgive himself if Butler Leo was in danger because of him.Maverick’s lips slowly curved up, and a faint smile appeared on his face. The solemnness on his face had already disappeared. He retorted calmly with one word, “Guess!”Before Za
Immediately, Tatiana was lowered so much that with just a little stretch, her feet would sink into the acid completely.Tatiana's face was as pale as a sheet, and she tried to fold her legs. Tears were now streaming past her eyes rapidly, and her whole elegant and innocent image was tossed into the wind. She kept screaming for Maverick to save her.Zan indifferently leaned against the chair and propped his chin. “Let me tell you a story. One day, a sick boy met a sick girl in the hospital, and since then, they have become close friends. So close that they even rolled the sheets. That boy was me, and that girl was your lovely and innocent Tatiana,” he revealed, a wicked and tyrant-like smile on his face.Upon hearing this, the crowd's quietness immediately broke, and they mumbled to each other, their eyes now filled with disdain as they fell on Tatiana.Upon hearing Zan's words, Tatiana's heart skipped a beat, and it began to thump against her chest.Zan folded his hands behind his hea
"Young Master Maverick, Grandfather Blauch Vandenberg, dear aunt and uncle, it’s been a long time; have you missed me?" The dark chuckle of the person with an altered voice suddenly reverberated in the mansion.Seeing the stunned reaction on their faces, a faint disparaging chuckle filled with anger spilt past his lips."It’s Zan," the person from the other end declared, the alteration in his voice already eliminated, revealing a familiar voice. Interesting.They already made themselves all about the Vandenberg family and didn’t care about the one they killed.Upon hearing this, the crowd's petrified expression changed to one filled with disbelief.Zan? Young Master Zan Vandenberg is alive?A hushed mumble filled with shock began to pervade the hall.Zan Vandenberg? Who is Zan Vandenberg?Although most of the new generation did not recognize this name, it wasn’t the same for the old generation.There was a history whose mention was forbidden in the Vandenberg family, and as a result,
‘Ahhhh, help me. Save me. Maverick, please save me. I don’t want to die…’The sudden cry of Tatiana and the video of a pale Tatiana and Valencia hanging above a dangerous pit suddenly took over the screen.Valencia. Maverick’s expression changed, and his hands balled into fists.Even though Maverick wanted to pronounce that name so badly, he didn't.“Valencia," Aneira and Aviva cried out and sprang up in shock, their hands flying to their mouths.Corbyn and the Cirillos’ expressions turned cold, and they immediately swept a cold glare filled with killing intent at Maverick and the Vandenberg family.It was clear that they were saying that if anything dared to happen to Valencia because of the Vandenberg family, then they would never let go of the Vandenberg family in this lifetime.The two families would be nothing but enemies from then on, and they'd do everything to see that the Vandenberg family was destroyed.The sudden ringing of Maverick's phone broke the tense atmosphere in the
“Valencia…”Maverick’s legs rooted to a stop upon finding no trace of the woman in the bedroom; his brows knitted slightly.Nevertheless, Maverick placed down the platter that held neatly cut fruit, a bottle of water, and a glass of warm milk on the table.Instantly, Maverick strode toward the bathroom and pushed the door open.Upon finding no trace of Valencia, his calm facade broke and his expression changed.Regardless of how fast Valencia could be, she wasn’t supposed to have left the room considering the state he had left her in.Valencia would need to shower and change her dress.Not to mention that Valencia knew that Maverick went to get warm water, so why would she leave without waiting for him to return?Immediately, a bad premonition crept into Maverick’s heart.Nevertheless, his eyes were calm, and he had a hold on his composure.However, anyone who knew Maverick well enough would know that that was the calm before the storm.Maverick picked up his phone and dialed Assistan
Valencia blinked, rubbed her eyes, and yawned for the umpteenth time.Due to the pregnancy, Valencia’s sleep had increased a lot these days.Although Valencia had tried to prepare herself, she didn't expect that she would still have the urge to sleep at the party.It’s just been a few minutes since she arrived at the Vandenberg family—how can the urge be so strong?As if noticing Valencia and her inner dialogue, Blauch Vandenberg paused in his tracks and turned to Valencia with a sigh. “Don't hold it in. Go in and rest. Grandpa will send the maid to call you when the party starts,” he conveyed.Upon hearing this, Valencia’s eyes lit up, and she broke into a smile. “Thank you, Grandpa.” Valencia nodded enthusiastically and took a step back to leave.“Miss, I'll bring you to the guest room,” one of the Vandenberg maids politely articulated with a bow.Valencia nodded and allowed the maid to lead her into the guest room. “Young Miss Valencia, please call this maid if you need anything,”
This jerk! Valencia's expression changed, and she dodged, evading his lips before they could land on hers.This fight became a tugging between cat and dog?Suddenly, Valencia stopped struggling, and she glared at Maverick coldly, her eyes flashing with disdain and exasperation.Valencia scolded the shameless man who now focused on placing kisses on her neck and cheeks due to her refusal, “Mr. Maverick, could it be that you have fallen in love with me? Look carefully; I'm Valencia. Valencia. Your Tatiana is at the party. Outside of this restroom.”Maverick’s throat rolled, and he grunted, “I know.”If only the woman knew how hard it had been to control the urge to strip off her dress and take her hard right now so much that everyone at the party would know that she belonged to him.Under Maverick's dark gaze, Valencia couldn't help shivering, wanting nothing but to escape this temperamental and eccentric Maverick, but all to no avail.Suddenly, Valencia's brows furrowed. If he knew, th