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Knowing Edmund's feelings, Alice rubbed his chest. "Control yourself, Ed. This is Sky's happy moment. Don't make her cry. Her makeup will ruin.""Yeah! Don't make Mommy sad, Grandpa," Summer said while rubbing Edmund's cheek. "Even though Mommy is married to Uncle Louis, she will still be your daughter.""Papa," Sky held Edmund's hand. "No matter what, I am always your daughter, and you are always the best father in the world. My love for you will never fade. It will only grow thicker. Moreover, we will meet less often later. I will definitely miss you."Edmund snorted softly. He tried to suppress his emotions. Unfortunately, his heart was too chaotic. Before his tears fell, he pulled Sky into his embrace."Thank you, Honey," he whispered."Why thank me, Papa? It's only natural for a daughter to love her parents," Sky patted her father's back.Feeling the incredible warmth, Summer, who was between Sky and Edmund, laughed. She put her arms around their necks. A second later, Sky and Edm
Sky laughed at Louis' expression that she considered funny. "Are you crying? Your eyes are red," she pointed to her own eyes, which were also teary.Sky thought Louis would deny it. But, as it turned out, the man nodded his head."Yes. I have made a big mistake once. There shouldn't be a second mistake or regret," he answered hoarsely.Sky's heart warmed hearing his sincere promise. She glanced to the left and right. Her parents nodded slightly at her, a sign that they were ready to let her go."Please treat our daughter as best as you can, Louis," Alice said softly. Her fingers trembled as she stroked her own daughter's arm."And remember your promise to me," Edmund pointed his finger. His eyes were full of warnings, although sad.Louis instead got a nostalgic impression from Edmund. A faint laugh escaped his lips."Is it my promise at the forest house? Yes, of course. I will take good care of Sky and not make her cry. I will not tease her, and instead, treat her well. I will also alw
Receiving such sweetness, a tear fell from Louis' eye. Without wiping it away, he lifted Summer into his arms."Summer, my great daughter," he hugged her lovingly.Summer happily leaned her head on Louis' shoulder. Her eyes were closed, her legs swinging happily. Her tiny fingers patted Louis' broad back. She was happy that her mission had paid off even though it was bitter at first.Then, while chuckling, she stretched out her hand. "Mommy, don't just watch. Hug me too! I like being hugged."Sky rubbed her nose and went closer. "Okay, Honey. I will hug you too, like this. Is it enough?"Summer squealed happily. "Oh, I'm squeezed. But it doesn't matter. Hug me tighter, Mommy, Daddy. This is so warm and exciting!"Watching the little family's happiness, everyone widened their smiles. Their hearts also felt warm. Some tears even dripped, making their possessors lean on their respective partners."Look, Frank. Louis is really grown up. He has a wife and daughter now, and he's so happy. It
Grace froze in silence. When her contemplation was over, she patted Sky's back twice and regained the distance. She was still awkward."You don't need to thank me. Thank your daughter. She's the one who ruined my proposal and put us all on the right track."Summer pursed her lips. "Are you making fun of me or complimenting me, Miss Evans?""Both. Don't you like it?""I like it! Since we're besties now, I won't be easily offended. I know behind your curt words, you love me. You must also secretly think that I am cute. Moreover, I am wearing this pretty dress today. I look like a vanilla ice cream with colorful sprinkles, right?"Grace took a deep breath. "Yeah, yeah. Whatever. Even if I deny it, you won't believe me, will you?""Yeah! I know you're too proud to admit it."While Summer laughed triumphantly, Louis took a deeper breath. After getting a nod from Sky, he said, "I think I also need to apologize to you, Grace. If only I hadn't given you that ridiculous idea, you wouldn't have
Summer was lying on her stomach on the bed. Her chin was propped up with both hands, and her legs were moving like a swimmer. No matter how long she stared at the wedding photo in front of her, her smile remained sweet."This is so beautiful! It's the best photo I've ever had," she murmured for the umpteenth time.Hearing that, a couple wearing the same pajamas as Summer walked in. The curve of their lips was also sweet."What are you doing, Honey?"Summer stopped staring at the picture. She rolled over, raising her hand high."Mommy, Daddy! Are you done with your adult business?" she asked cheerfully.Louis and Sky's faces immediately turned tense. Awkwardness colored their cheeks."What adult business, Honey? We're just setting up the schedules for one week ahead," Sky answered awkwardly."But I wasn't involved. It's just the two of you who arranged it. Without any children, that's an adult business," Summer shrugged casually.Before her nerves became even stiffer, Sky climbed onto t
Louis and Sky nodded in unison."You can study with your friends at school. It's going to be so much fun. You can also play and talk about many things with them during break time," Louis explained, giving an illustration."And you know what?" Sky whispered, hoping to grab her daughter's interest. "There are many facilities for studying and developing yourself at school. You can read books in the library, do experiments in the laboratory, exercise in the field, and there's even an art room! You can try many new things with new friends."However, Summer blinked as if she wasn't interested. "Do I have to go to school?"Louis' hopes faded a little. He fell silent for a moment. "Not really. I just want to give you a choice, Baby. Maybe you also want to go to school like most children. School can be a tool for you to make your dreams come true. You want to be a best-selling author, right?""Can I study independently like Mommy? I can read books or search for information on the internet. I ca
Sky's eyebrows shot up. "What's left to discuss? Haven't we talked about everything yesterday? I'll help you at the company while studying the situation. After adjusting and finding what I like, I'll focus on that."Louis shook his head slowly. "It's not about career, Sky, but about our relationship. You're my wife. What do you think a wife usually does on her wedding night?"Sky swallowed hard. Her lungs were suddenly filled with warm air. Her heart started to pound, sending pulses throughout her veins."W-we have to leave early tomorrow, Louis. Is it okay if we do it now?" Sky asked stiffly. She had tried to suppress her nervousness, but her nerves were still tense.Seeing her cute behavior, Louis smiled faintly. "Any problem, Sky? But you said you weren't afraid of me. You also said you didn't mind if we did that. Could it be ...."Louis' expression turned serious. His round eyes made Sky get more tense. "What?""Did you say that just to please me? Are you actually afraid of me?"Sk
"N-no. It didn't penetrate the glass. The window was open when I chased it away. After it came out, I quickly closed the window so it wouldn't come back in," Sky answered awkwardly.Meanwhile, Summer puffed out her cheeks. Putting her hands on her hips, she stamped her foot."That naughty bug! How dare it bite Mommy and leave a weird mark! If only I could catch it, I would put it in a bottle, then shake it until it felt dizzy and forgot how to fly. The bug should know that biting people is not nice."Hearing the sweet scolding, Louis grimaced. He was grateful that Sky managed to make up a clever excuse. Otherwise, how would he explain it to the toddler?"Then, what did Daddy do on top of Mommy?" Summer probed again.Louis' back straightened again. His eyes widened. "A-about that," Louis' eyes shook to find an excuse, "Your mom said the insect bite felt hot, so I helped her to blow on it.""That can be done while sitting. Why did Daddy lie to Mommy?"Louis' mouth gaped wider. His eyebro
Suddenly, Louis grabbed Sky's hand and pulled her behind the wall next to the door. At that moment, the sound of a sensor was heard. When the door opened, Louis hit the hand that was pointing a gun forward. It easily fell to the floor."You!" Pablo was wide-eyed. He launched a counterattack. However, Louis blocked it effortlessly.The two men then competed in strength. Fortunately, Louis was superior. After a while, he managed to bend Pablo down, and the security officers arrived in the room."Sir, please arrest him! He has been working with Draco and Angelica. He is the one who framed me and my husband!" Sky pointed with round eyes.Two officers moved closer to Pablo. However, instead of securing the criminal, they arrested Louis. Sky was wide-eyed watching Pablo free."Sir, you have the wrong person! It is not my husband you should arrest, but your teammate! He is not an ordinary security officer, but a criminal!" Sky shouted loudly.Seeing her confusion, Pablo laughed faintly. With
Louis put the tray on the table with great caution. Not because he was afraid of spilling the food, but because he was afraid that Draco would attack suddenly.Fortunately, Draco did not realize his disguise. Louis turned to help Sky. That's when Draco cleared his throat."Please put the tray here," he pointed to the bed beside him.Louis and Sky spontaneously glanced over. Their eyes were fixed on Draco's strange way of standing. His leg was clearly still sore.Not wanting to arouse suspicion, Louis nodded. He followed Draco's order. But when he was putting the tray on the bed, Draco spoke, "Wait."Louis froze. Sky also held her breath."Are you an intern?" he asked Sky.Sky nodded."What's your name?" Draco's eyes narrowed.Realizing that Draco was starting to get suspicious, Louis finally took action. He attacked him, bending both of his knees so that he groaned in pain.At that moment, Sky gagged Draco's mouth with a cloth. Then, while Louis held Draco's hands behind his waist, sh
"How was it?" Louis asked when they met in their cabin again."Pablo searched around here," Sky pointed to a row of cabins, one floor below theirs.Louis patted his wife's shoulder proudly. "Good, Sky. You are the best."Then, Louis took his laptop. He checked the CCTV footage of the ship on that floor. It wasn't difficult for him to gain access.Not long after, he found CCTV footage that had a time gap. Previously, they only found CCTV footage of when Draco came out of their room with a limping leg that was bandaged carelessly. He was last seen when he entered the elevator.But then, Draco seemed to have never left the elevator. Even though Louis checked the CCTV on every floor, the criminal was nowhere to be found.Now, with the oddness of the CCTV footage, they had a new clue."I knew it! They couldn't have manipulated all the cameras perfectly. There must have been something missed," he exclaimed happily.Sky looked closer. She checked the time gap that Louis had found. "Wow! How
"Oh? Why is Mommy calling so early? Shouldn't they still be in the Drake Passage? What does she want to report if she hasn't met the penguins yet?" she muttered before pressing the phone to her chubby cheek."Good morning, Mommy," she greeted sweetly."Morning, Honey. Have you washed your face?"Summer nodded. "Yeah, I was just about to go see River. We were planning to prepare breakfast together. Sandwiches that are rich in nutrients and fiber! We'll put lots of vegetables in them!"Sky chuckled at her daughter's cheerfulness. That's when Louis joined in, "Good morning, Summer. You sound really excited today.""Morning, Daddy! Yes, I'm excited because I'm sure it's going to be a beautiful day. How about you two? Are you having fun?"Louis and Sky exchanged glances. After a silent discussion, Sky finally opened the conversation, "Summer, can we ask you something?"Summer's eyes widened. Her mother rarely spoke in such a serious tone. "What's up, Mommy?""What did you do with River yes
That day, they spent the rest of the night in their own cabin. There were no security officers guarding the door after they moved. When morning came, Sky was ready with the scenario that Louis had designed. She went alone to meet Angelica."What do you want here? Insult me? Announce that you have won?" Angelica greeted her sarcastically.Sky shook her head slowly. "I came here to ask. Why did you do that?""Do what?""Trap Louis. Who ordered you?" Sky put on a curt look.Angelica's lips pursed. "No one. I myself want your husband. You don't deserve him."Sky snorted. Her lopsided smile looked mysterious. "How much did he pay you?""Pay what?" Angelica raised her eyebrows."If you tell me the truth, I can double the fee. Or, do you want to move up a class? Louis can help you get into a more famous magazine."&nb
"Okay. We'll do it right away," the security officer said before leaving to carry out his duties. Sky was finally able to lay Louis on the bed."Does your head still hurt?" she whispered while stroking his hair.Louis nodded. Sky smiled slightly. She didn't expect the incident five years ago to repeat. She managed to save Louis from a wild woman again."Then, sleep. You'll be better after you wake up.""Please stay," Louis asked while holding her hand.Sky smiled amusedly. "I'm not going anywhere. Just sleep.""Okay."While putting Sky's hand on his chest, Louis fell asleep again. Sky could only stare at his handsome face in silence."The scenario played by Draco and Angelica is similar to what happened before. Is the mastermind behind this incident the same person? But, Kendrick is in prison. How could he hire people
Angelica glanced at Sky cynically. Seeing what Sky was pointing at her, she grimaced."Damn it," she cursed.As she could not accept that her mission had failed so quickly, she opened the drawer and grabbed a gun. She thought that was the only way to get rid of Sky.But it turned out, when she wanted to attack, Sky was already so close. In just one movement, Sky managed to grab the gun from her."You!" Angelica's anger boiled. She was on the verge of despair."Just surrender, Angelica. Whatever you do, you can't take Louis from me," Sky said firmly.That was when the security officers came. Seeing Sky pointing a gun, they all stared wide-eyed. "Mrs. Harper?""I'm not the bad guy here, but she is! She kidnapped my husband!" Sky shouted without lowering her gun. She did not want to be off guard.Suddenly, Angelica put o
Draco laughed softly. "Stop bluffing, Sky. You don't even know how to use a gun. How can you possibly shoot?"Sky checked the bullets in the gun. After making sure the ammunition was ready, she threatened, "I'm not bluffing. I am indeed good at shooting. If you don't want to regret it, you better put both your hands behind your head and kneel in the corner over there."Draco glanced at the corner that Sky mentioned. He sneered, "That's not my place, Sky. My place is on the bed. With you."Draco stepped forward. At that moment, Sky fired a bullet into his thigh. In an instant, the sound of an explosion echoed. Draco's groan followed."Sky? You shot me?" he groaned furiously."Didn't I remind you? It's your fault you didn't listen," Sky cursed as she reloaded the gun. "If you don't want to get a second wound, don't stop me from saving my beloved husband. Understood?"As Draco gritted his teeth, Sky quickly got out. She ran towards the hallway where Draco had approached her. There, she s
"Please give me a chance to be with you. Just once, that's enough. I can prove that I'm sincerer. My love is bigger than his," Draco said, pleadingly.Sky stepped back, pushing away the hand that was holding her arm. "You don't need to prove anything, Drac. I'm happy with Louis. If you're sincere with me, please don't bother us. You said you wanted me to be happy, right?""But not like this," Draco approached, but Sky kept her distance. "I'm not happy if you fall into his arms. He's no better than me. It's not fair if he's the one with you."Sky shook her head again. Her mouth muttered, "You're crazy, Drac. There are still many great women out there. Why are you targeting me? I am married and have a child!""Because all this time, you're the only one in my heart. You're the only one who can disturb my mind. What can I do to get you?" Draco looked desperate.Sky snorted in displeasure. "I think you've misunderstood, Drac. Your feelings are not sincere towards me. It's not love, but obs