Besides, the most pressing matter now was still taking down Walton Corporation.Aurora was back—if he didn’t seize the opportunity now, it would only become more impossible later.It was exactly because of this that Joseph knew he couldn’t afford to relax.He sent a message to Judy, explaining his current condition.His goal was simple—to get her to come take care of him. That way, he could recover faster.Judy was busy managing things at the studio.She had already made up her mind to move abroad with Kenneth and had no intention of continuing her career locally.Overseas, she would have a bigger stage and wouldn’t be confined to such a small place.She knew very well that her growth in Ravenshore would always be limited.She had majored in fashion design in college, and now, she was finally living her dream.So, Judy didn’t hesitate.But when she saw Joseph’s message, a flicker of uncertainty did cross her mind.She glanced around the studio—there were so many things that needed to
“Falling and giving yourself a concussion just from eating a meal—who else can you blame?”The nurse muttered under her breath, unable to hold back her frustration. People like Joseph, in her eyes, weren’t worth anyone’s help.She watched him ignore every instruction, showing no concern for his own health, and it made her angry.As a nurse, the kind of patients she disliked most were the ones who refused to listen.They worked hard to treat him, and yet he didn’t care at all.Joseph heard her words, but it took a second for them to register.He reached up and touched the bandage on his head, mumbling, “You’re saying… I fell by myself?”The nurse, who had just been about to leave, turned back and replied, “That’s right. You fell.“The person who brought you in said that’s what happened. And based on your injury, it does look like it.”Joseph slumped back onto the bed, his hand pressing to his chest as it rose and fell.He couldn’t understand—why?He vaguely remembered having a meal.Th
Otherwise, she wouldn’t have been overthinking it like this.Lucas couldn’t help but laugh and pulled Aurora into his arms.He lowered his voice beside her ear and said, "Aurora, you don’t need to think so much. To me, you’re already the best. I love everything about you, not just the parts you show me."Whether it’s the good or the bad—I love it all. As long as it’s you, that’s enough."Aurora froze at his words.She hadn’t expected that someone would actually care about her worries.That someone would notice her subtle emotions and accept and understand all of her.She stepped forward and threw herself into Lucas’ arms.Leaning against his chest, she felt completely safe and at ease.She whispered, "Thank you, Lucas."Thank you for understanding and accepting me. I’ll stay by your side from now on. As long as you don’t leave, I won’t either."Aurora truly cherished everything she had now and was grateful that fate hadn’t let her down.After all the detours, everyone by her side was e
They weren’t the type to jump to conclusions over something trivial.Aurora couldn’t help but complain, "I originally came to talk with Joseph, to ask what exactly he was trying to do."But then he refused to cooperate and insisted on pushing his luck, so he can’t blame me for not being polite."At the mention of Joseph’s name, Desmond perked up instantly.So that unrecognizable face on the floor belonged to Joseph?The guy who’d cost him three months of wages—his enemy was right in front of him!Thinking that, Desmond almost wanted to applaud in his heart.Well done!Scumbags who took advantage of others deserved to be beaten like that.Why bother being nice?Lucas reached out and rubbed Aurora’s head, smiling. "It’s fine. Do whatever you want. I’ll cover you no matter what."Besides, from what you just said, it was clearly his fault."Aurora smiled sweetly. "I think so too. I didn’t do anything wrong."Lucas nodded in full agreement.Desmond watched from the side, stunned by how calm
"Looks like I went too easy on you. You’ve still got energy left."With that, Aurora resumed her attacks.In the end, it was Desmond by the door who couldn’t help but speak. "Isn’t Joseph about to pass out by now…?"He wasn’t entirely sure, but seeing Joseph lying on the floor with his eyes rolled back, he actually felt a little bad.Being a man really wasn’t easy.He couldn’t even say a word after getting beaten to this extent.No, actually, it looked like he couldn’t speak at all.Desmond glanced at Lucas beside him and found that he was calmly watching Aurora, even with a hint of admiration in his eyes.After all, when dealing with a man who couldn’t keep his hands to himself, this was exactly how it should be handled.Otherwise, he’d only become more reckless.Aurora caught sight of Lucas’ faintly amused expression and froze."You... why are you here?"In that moment, only one thought filled her mind—she was doomed.Why did Lucas have to show up now, of all times, and catch her in
He hadn’t expected that even after saying all that, she still wouldn’t back down.She didn’t even change her tone.That only made Joseph angrier.He raised his hand, ready to teach Aurora a lesson.Aurora’s eyes widened. She hadn’t thought he’d actually dare."Joseph, I’m warning you—if you touch me, your Hunt Enterprises won’t get away with it either."Joseph hesitated for a split second. Then he thought of Judy.She had suffered too—bullied by Aurora—but when it came to dealing with Aurora, she always thought of him first.She never even considered herself.All she ever thought about was how he’d been thrown into prison because of Aurora.Thinking of that, Joseph looked at Aurora with even more resentment."You’re threatening me now?"He tilted his head slightly, a crooked smile on his face.At that moment, Aurora finally felt a trace of fear.This time, she had been reckless.She shouldn’t have come here so impulsively.She should’ve been more cautious, or better yet, brought Ian a