“What?” Carl asked, his wrist adorned with a crimson bead, looking as noble and cool as ever.
The combination of his refined appearance and well-tailored suit created an almost destructive allure.
Amelia reached out, her fingertip grazing his diamond cufflink, her smile turning slightly seductive. “How about I bite you?”
She would never have asked for such a thing before.
Whenever her anger flared up due to her condition, she would hold it in, using cold water to cool her head.
But for some reason, when faced with him, she found herself unconsciously wanting to test if his neck was as cold as it looked.
Most people would refuse such a request.
But Carl chuckled softly. “Bite where?”
“On the neck,” Amelia replied, her voice already tinged with impatience. Her tongue slid over her lips, a carefree and beautiful smile playing on her face.
Carl wrapped his arm around her waist
Amelia looked at the marks on his neck and raised an eyebrow, smiling. “I asked you before I bit you—how does that cover your medical costs? What responsibility do I have?”“I can pay for it.” Carl’s voice was a little hoarse, probably from catching a chill. When he chuckled, his breath brushed against her ear, low and thick. “After taking responsibility, it’ll be easier for you to bite next time.”Amelia felt a little moved, her long black hair cascading down her back, her gaze sharp. “Let me think about it.”“Take your time,” Carl seemed to smile lightly. “It’s not just that you need a boyfriend. My family is pressuring me too.”Amelia raised an eyebrow. “Then why did you cancel the engagement?”She hadn’t forgotten what she had overheard in the hospital.Carl’s tone softened, his voice light but lingering. “I still
He didn’t like how she always kept him at arm’s length.With investments, yes, but now even gifts?It seemed like she had to account for everything with him, every little thing.The world always said he was cold and aloof, but they had never seen her. On the surface, her smile was light and shallow, and her interactions with others were flawless.But in reality, she always gave people the feeling that they couldn’t get close to her, like there was a thin mist between her and everyone else.Carl’s pale fingers brushed the beads on his wrist, his handsome face emotionless, but the temperature in his eyes slowly dropped.Amelia noticed and stopped refusing. She smiled, showing off her pearly teeth. “No worries, I’ll take the pendant.”She lowered her eyes to admire her new waist chain, her expression softening with a smile. “It goes well with me.”Carl murmured an “Mm,&rd
Although he was a materialist, preferred to believe in the possibility of something existing than to deny it entirely. But most importantly, why would the young master give the jade pendant he wore close to his body to the little doctor!? That didn't make any sense! James dared not ask. Smith, on the other hand, was bold enough to speak up: "Boss, the little doctor figured out that I’m your subordinate." "Quite normal," Carl said, his long strides thoughtful as he remembered how clever she was. He suddenly smiled faintly. "She always thinks more deeply than others." Smith let out a breath of relief and immediately pledged loyalty. "Don’t worry, I won’t tell Old Chairman about your secret." "Secret?" Carl glanced at his fingertips, his tone slow. "What secret do I have?" Smith thought his boss didn’t trust him, so he spilled everything he knew: "The little doctor
In the Clear Water Alley, inside the medicine shop.Amelia was still fiddling with the purple jade pendant she had taken from Carl. Something felt off about her today.It wasn't just her usual temper; it was also the familiarity of the purple jade.In her memories, this should be her possession. So how did it end up as his personal pendant?Things were too messy. Amelia pressed her fingers to her brows, her eyes glinting mysteriously, as if caught in thought.She was gradually beginning to recall some things, but most of it was fragmented images. It seemed she still had to wait. Amelia reattached the purple jade pendant, her fingers brushing over her lips. What was it in her patient's blood that made her feel so out of sorts?Amelia’s medical skills were honed mainly by using herself as the subject for testing. And when she treated herself, she didn't just use good medicine but also bad ones.Moreover, she had planted the Heart
Carl was indeed not wearing a brand-name suit but rather one specially tailored for him by a renowned French designer. Apart from the royal family, no one else would ever get their hands on such a bespoke piece. However, the Jenkins family had always been an exception. Such secrets were beyond the reach of someone like Mary. Although the Crawford family was powerful in the capital, Mary was only from a branch of the family. In the capital, they usually couldn’t even be bothered with her, and it was only after Mia was admitted to the capital university that they reconnected. Mary had to prove herself in LA to get into the higher circles. "Why do you insist on picking on that girl?" Jackson asked impatiently. "She's already gone, and now she stays with the old lady. At least they have a small business to rely on." Mary sneered, unlocking her phone and opening the live
"My last name is Remington," William said arrogantly, as though announcing his last name would allow him to bypass any obstacles. The staff member furrowed his brows: "Sorry, sir, the Chamber is hosting a very important guest today. We didn’t invite any doctors, so please leave with your companion." William had never felt so humiliated: "I..." But the staff member, as if following an order, spoke into his Bluetooth earpiece: "Yes, I’m at the entrance. Mr. Jenkins has arrived? Good, I’ll be right there!" Mr. Jenkins ? Mia’s eyes flickered. Could it be the man she hadn’t met last time, but would meet now? William was still upset and hadn’t noticed Mia’s change in expression. Until Mia spoke softly: "William, let’s stop taking pictures. Let’s go walk ahead." William’s mood lightened a little: "Okay." Mia lowere
"Why do you keep mentioning her?" Mia's gaze dimmed slowly, and as she lowered her head, a hint of malice appeared on her face. William didn’t notice, thinking she was just upset, and laughed: "Don't overthink it. I only have you in my heart now. As for her? Ha, she doesn’t even know how to give in. No man will want her." "Really?" Mia bit her lip, her eyes misty. "But Aunt Remington always looks down on me. She prefers my sister." William reached out and pulled her into his embrace: "Don’t worry about my mom. She can’t control my dad, and soon, I’ll publicly announce that you’re my fiancée." "Okay." Mia responded sweetly, but her thoughts were still lingering on the image of the man she had just seen. She had to figure out how to meet him again; it was the only way... At that moment, on the top floor of the Chamber of Commerce, representatives from many maj
"The Jenkins family is very interested in Mr. Lee’s project," Carl said as he stood up, his handsome face looking both elegant and abstinent. "Mr. Lee can inform your side to proceed with the contract." Chris was confused: "This... I... Did I even talk about it?" How did he just get the resources like that? Wasn’t this like a pie falling from the sky? No, it was different—at least the pie wasn’t a trap. Yin’s company had real money behind it! The other executives were just as puzzled. Medical live-streaming? What was that? Only Carl understood what was going on in his mind. He bit down on a sugar pill, his gaze flickering between light and dark. This way, she would still have him among her investors. Only James seemed to understand his thoughts: "The Little Doctor’s side..." "Chris will tell her." Carl’s voice was low.
The shareholders did indeed start to hesitate, and the business partners were also discussing.Ruby protected Amelia and said confidently, "Amelia is not the kind of person who would do these things, there is a misunderstanding here.""Aunt Ruby, how do you explain Scarface's words then? This video was really filmed!" Amanda shouted, unchanging in her stubbornness.Paula, who originally wanted to pull her along, did not stop her at this moment.Ruby's daughter embarrassing herself was the most enjoyable thing for her.All the pressure came to the Cromwell family at once."Scarface, it was indeed difficult to explain."Most likely, this is the rumor spread by Amelia from the Cromwell family, probably out of fear that Mr. Jenkins would want to break off the engagement again."The Jenkins family must have looked down on someone from a small place, otherwise there wouldn't have been no one coming.""Who said it wasn't, and Scarface has been around for so many years. Only listen to Sir Cro
People did not know who the person in the picture was.The video only captured the marble floor on the ground.The photographer intentionally took it this way.At that moment, everyone's gaze focused on the screen."Mr. Jenkins, who had previously rejected the Cromwell family's proposal, would never actively pursue her.""How did you know it was her spreading the rumors?"The voices of the two girls were clearly processed, making it impossible to tell who they were."I caught the person spreading rumors."One of the girls aimed her phone at the screen.Wearing a long coat and carrying a birdcage, Scarface was talking to someone, saying, "You guys have only seen one side of the Cromwell family's matter, Mr. Jenkins was the one chasing after people.""You see, the way he talks, it's as if he has seen it with his own eyes." The voice in the scene says, "Who doesn't know that he is one of Hamza's people, it is clear who spread this rumor."I was also drunk. Only shameless people would spr
Amelia naturally associated him with Zane, especially since Zane trusted him so much.The Wraith Infant and her sisters all told her that she was not...Amelia got lost in her thoughts.The only voice found in the dream banquet was Paula's.Another question, until now, she has not found the answer.Wasn't it big enough?Amelia pressed her fingertips against the evil-warding coin and calmly looked around in all directions.Zane was still struggling, and Abby stood beside him, looking pitiful, calling out, "Dad, don't be like this.""What problems does she have? Can you tell?" Amelia casually raised her hand and took a glass of wine.The vengeful spirits jumped twice on her shoulder and said, "I didn't see anything else, it's just that people listened to her too much, Master. I know there is a kind of dark magic underground that can influence people's thoughts.""Dark magic?" Amelia said absentmindedly, "Are you referring to what is recorded in the Indian scriptures?"The vengeful spiri
So Zane hated, and of course he could not chase the past again, he also had his dignity!Abby became anxious and said, "Dad, you should go and say something nice to Mom. Mom won't really divorce you.""She wanted to leave, so she left!" Zane tugged at his tie, veins popping on his forehead, and sweat pouring down.Abby couldn't believe that her usually astute father couldn't see through the current situation.The divorce became a settled matter in such a situation.What did she do after today?The information that Ruby had come too late.Otherwise, she wouldn't have made up her mind to divorce Zane today.The smartest thing about this approach was that it put an end to Abby relying on Zane and herself, and constantly seeking the support of the Cromwell family and the Molson family!Even Sebastian was wondering, "Mom, how did you suddenly have a change of heart?"He and his brothers all thought that the divorce, no matter how it was said, would take some time, until their mother really
Ruby respected Arnold a lot: "You were right."Hamza was also there, leaning on a cane, with a slightly deep gaze. He didn't beat around the bush: "Ruby, I didn't quite hear clearly up there, but are you wanting to divorce my son?"Arnold frowned, "This was a matter for the younger generation, you shouldn't meddle in it.""Arnold, I don't want to get involved, but I have to ask," Hamza chuckled. "After all, it has come to this point."Ruby was especially apologetic to Hamza. Ever since she married into the Cromwell family, her in-laws treated her as if she were their own daughter. They would say that Chicago was far from New York, but if she needed anything, she just had to let them know and they would support her.It has been like this for so many years.Amelia was kidnapped, and Hamza's hair turned white overnight.At that time, Hamza's body was not as strong as before.In terms of emotions, Ruby should not have brought up the topic of divorce on such a festive day. Ultimately, Hamz
Divorce?Not only did the entire scene become quiet.Even Zane was dumbfounded in the local area."Divorce?" He stared at his wife with wide eyes, in disbelief: "You want to divorce me?"The education of the Molson family, he knew it better than anyone.How could someone raise a woman who would say divorce right away?Wasn't she always abiding by the rules?Can't we discuss it privately, even if there is something that can't be said in private? Do we have to embarrass him in front of everyone in the hall?Zane seemed as if he didn't recognize Ruby anymore, anger welled up in his eyes."You fell ill again!"Zane reached out to grab Ruby: "Come with me to the hospital!"Did you get sick?Did Mrs. Cromwell say she wanted a divorce, was she ill?Some people were still confused.Amelia had already grabbed Zane's wrist with a strong grip and said, "My mother considered it unfair to disclose those documents regarding the Cromwell Group's impact. If you're smart, you'll just leave on your own
Who knew, Ruby affectionately held her hand and said, "Mrs. Campbell is right. As mothers, we shouldn't promote harm to children. But when someone wants to harm our children, we don't care about saving face. We won't let them get involved!"Octavia was being held by such a delicate and beautiful lady, and she was feeling a bit nervous. "Ah, yes," she said."Throughout, everyone believed that my condition could stabilize because my husband brought a child back." Ruby looked at Zane like this for the first time, almost seeing through him: "I, like everyone else, believed the same."Our love, everyone present, especially Mrs. Fisher, was a witness to Zane and me.Ruby would never let something go, especially if it was directed towards her.Just because she came back late, not a single person intended to let her daughter go.Is it just like those people online who used to criticize Sebastian?Her illness was constantly giving others the opportunity to attack her daughter.Ruby had origina
"Our sister has always been Amelia, that's what I remember, and I have told you more than once.""Before, we were concerned that you were a girl, and we would publicly expose you, causing you to lose face.""But you repeatedly, in various ways, slandered Amelia to satisfy your vanity, intruding into things that don't belong to you. My father wanted to protect you, we are not the same.""If I couldn't even protect my own younger sister, I would change my last name!"Almost in an instant, the entire banquet erupted!Raiden was really cool, protecting his sister with great style.Ruby was the first to grab Amelia's hand, shining brightly like never before, not to be underestimated.It was as if telling everyone, if you want to bully my daughter, you have to ask the Molson family behind me if they are willing or not.Yes, Ruby was not only Mrs. Cromwell, but most importantly, she was the most favored young lady of the Molson family.No one dared to jump around, Trista's perception was sha
"The water of the Cromwell family was so deep, it was a bit concerning, but it's strange that Mrs. Cromwell is fine, yet her husband never mentioned it."Yeah, it's strange.Zane, who was always doting on his wife, was completely unaware that his wife had already recovered.The people present were not stupid, in fact, each of them was very intelligent.The ladies hated men of this kind the most!Acting like they loved, but in reality, it was all bullshit!"I wonder now, why Zane insisted on adopting Abby, there must be something wrong."Zane, upon seeing the situation, desperately wanted to go back!In fact, when Ruby arrived, he wanted to take the opportunity to dominate the other party, just like before.But these three sons, they didn't leave him any space at all!"I was your father!"Zane growled angrily, completely losing his composure!Raiden chuckled, "You don't have to be, as long as my mom is happy, I can be her lawyer."This statement, almost revealed all the hidden cards.B