LOGINWhen Navia returned to Hillside Villa, Leonel wasn’t home yet.
Claire Walker brought her a glass of water.
“Ma’am, have some water.”
Navia accepted it gratefully.
But suddenly, a familiar aroma drifted from the kitchen.
“What’s cooking?”
“Braised pork,” Claire replied warmly. “Would you like some?”
Navia blinked in surprise.
It had been a very long time since she’d e
Other than Daniel Harrison and Linda Vale, who else could it possibly be?Navia's hostility was obvious enough that Daniel's expression immediately darkened."What kind of attitude is that—"The words were already out before he caught himself.His temper flared instinctively.Then his gaze landed on the two bodyguards standing behind Navia alongside Joanna.Both men clearly belonged to the Crawford family.Only then did Daniel abruptly remember—Navia was no longer isolated and powerless.She was Leonel Crawford's wife.The daughter-in-law of the Crawford family.Daniel swallowed his anger.Inside, he was still furious that Navia had secretly married another man without telling the family.But no matter how angry he was, he couldn't ignore the Crawford family's influence.Taking a deep breath, he forced his expression to soften."Navia," he said, "we're family. Why ar
As expected, although Marcus Morgan had shown up at the estate, his relationship with Leonel clearly wasn’t good enough to justify a long conversation.By the time Navia walked back, she ran into servants searching for her.Only then did she realize the area near the bamboo grove had terrible signal reception, which explained why she hadn’t received any calls or messages.“Mrs. Crawford,” one of the servants said anxiously, “Mr. Crawford’s been looking for you for quite a while. You should hurry back.”“Where is he?” Navia asked.Before anyone could answer, steady footsteps approached quickly from behind.The next second, Leonel wrapped an arm tightly around her waist from behind.“I told you not to wander too far,” he said in a low, slightly hoarse voice filled with restrained frustration. “Why are you still so disobedient?”Navia couldn’t help rolling her eye
The Crawford Estate truly lived up to its reputation as a century-old family estate.Every corner was exquisitely designed.As she walked, Navia couldn’t help taking photos along the way.Some she planned to show her mother later at the hospital.Others she wanted to send to Vivian Lawson.Vivian’s injured leg meant she couldn’t travel far lately.With her free-spirited personality, she was probably bored out of her mind staying at home.She’d definitely love the scenery here.Thinking that, Navia sent her several photos while walking.Just as she lowered her head to reply to a message, a voice suddenly spoke behind her.“Don’t admire the scenery too much.”“Be careful of the insects nearby.”Navia jumped in fright.She spun around immediately—And saw a man sitting quietly in a wheelchair.He wore a
Meanwhile, Navia quietly let out a sigh of relief.Honestly...Even now that they were married, she still got flustered whenever Leonel casually flirted with her.It was embarrassing.Quickly, she wrapped her arms around Princess's neck and changed the subject."How long has Princess been here?" she asked. "Don't tell me she's the only horse around. Wouldn't she get lonely?""The other horses are in the stables," Leonel replied."There are stables nearby?"Navia instinctively looked around, but aside from the cabin in the distance, she didn't see any other buildings."They're farther out," Leonel said. "Princess is the only horse allowed in this area."Navia blinked.So this entire meadow belonged to Princess alone?She couldn't help laughing."You're seriously this biased?""That's not bias."Leonel sounded completely reasonable."She's your horse now. Of course she shoul
Meanwhile, inside the car speeding away from the estate, Victor still looked unsettled."Dad!"Liam clutched his injured cheek, confusion written all over his face."Where are we going? Grandpa's still at the estate. After what Uncle Leonel did to me, shouldn't we tell him?""You idiot!" Victor snapped. "Can't you see Leonel's completely lost it? If we push this any further, it'll only make things worse.""Lost it?"Liam froze.Thinking back to what had happened in the dining room, he couldn't help shuddering."Yeah... Dad, Uncle Leonel really did look insane back there."Then he frowned."But if that's the case, shouldn't we tell Grandpa even more?"Victor shot him a cold look."What do you know?"He glanced around the vehicle cautiously, as if afraid someone might overhear.Only after making sure they were alone did he lower his voice."Listen carefully. From now on, stay away
Navia flinched, startled by the sudden outburst.Leonel's expression darkened immediately.One hand came to rest against the small of Navia's back in silent reassurance before he slowly rose to his feet and fixed Victor with a cold stare."Victor," he said evenly, "what exactly are you trying to say?"Victor snapped."Do you even consider me your brother anymore? No—not just me. Do you even have any respect left for Father?""He told you to settle down and get married, and this is the woman you bring home?"He pointed at Navia without the slightest restraint."Last night was Father's birthday gala—a celebration for the entire family. Instead of showing him respect, you stood in front of everyone and announced your relationship with her.""Do you even know who she is? She was Liam's fiancée. She manipulated him, nearly ruined him on their wedding day, and publicly embarrassed our entire family."
Navia stared at him in disbelief.Not only were they expected to stay in the same room-They were supposed to sleep in the same bed too?!"No!" she blurted out immediately.Leonel's gaze darkened slightly."Why not?""Because I..."Navia instinctiv
By the time Navia finally managed to calm the heat in her cheeks, the car had already arrived at Hillside Villa.The lights inside the mansion were still on.It looked like someone was waiting for them.As soon as the front doors opened, Jason stepped forward. Beside him stoo
Meanwhile, Navia had already been carried back to her hospital room by Leonel.The entire way there, she remained unusually quiet, almost as if she were waiting for him to explain something first.But after placing her carefully onto the bed, Leonel merely adjusted her blanket and glanc
The moment the familiar voice rang out, both Navia and Adrian froze.Navia turned around.Leonel stood a short distance away.He was dressed in a perfectly tailored black suit, the top button of his white shirt fastened neatly at his throat. His sharply defined features carried the







