This was Claire's point of view, so their name and location changed.
Michael's Mansion Manhattan, New York, US. 10 AM "Where are we?" Claire desperately wanted to look around her, but the bandages on her eyes restricted her view. The sound of the elevator chiming was followed by respectful greetings from several men and women—which Michael ignored, making Claire frown in confusion. Even though she couldn't see, Claire could feel that they were in a strange place—a place she had never been to before. Michael touched her hand and led her walking, "this is my house." He said slowly, "even though it's not as big as my house in Venice, I'm sure this place will feel comfortable." “Wait…” Claire stopped her steps. A doubt filled her mind again, “since when did you… have a house? Is this Daddy and Mommy's house?” They were in separate cars after getting off the plane, so Claire assumed that Josephine and John had gone to their house while Michael drove her to her apartment. Michael was silent for a few moments, and Claire didn't know what he was doing,
Mikael's Mansion Manhattan, New York, US. 8 PM "Why didn't you ever tell me that you had a twin brother, Michael?" Mikael felt the world he was standing on stop for a moment. He knows that in the end, his lies will be exposed and cause big problems. However, he still chose to continue the lie with hope—What did he expect? Did he still dare to hope that he would be back with Claire like before? Like the years he spent together at the Williams mansion? "Michael?" Claire spoke hesitantly. Mikael took a deep breath. His hand caught Claire's hand and stroked it gently. "Yes, I have a twin, Claire." Once again, he suppressed his ego—trying to restrain himself when he was facing Claire. Throughout his life, he knew he had a different personality from Michael. Their faces are indeed the same. The color of their eyes, hair, and even their height is the same. However, their personalities are opposites. Michael was the most patient person he'd ever met—just like Josephine. Michael inh
Williams Mansion. Manhattan, New York, US.19 Years Ago…"Didn't I tell you not to swim in the lake?!" Lionel's screams were deafening. He glared fiercely, indicating he would not hesitate to punish Mikael and Claire even though their status was the child of the owner of the Williams Mansion—his boss.Claire hugged her towel tightly—she would have almost died if Lionel hadn't pulled her from the lake in time."Claire asked me to swim," Mikael shrugged casually, "what can I do if she forces me?" Mikael gave a mocking look—completely indifferent to Claire, who was still crying from fright.Well, doesn't that orphanage girl deserve to be drowned in the lake? She was the one who bothered him, so why was he the one to blame?"Mikael," Claire's lips were blue with cold, muttered under her breath as she stared at him.As usual, that little girl was always crying."Do you understand now why I told you not to listen to Mikael, Claire?" Lionel touched Claire's shoulder, looking at her intently
Mikael's MansionManhattan, New York. 8 AM"Michael, can you come home early today?"Mikael looked up and looked at Claire who was having breakfast with Nancy's help, "is there anything you need?"Claire nodded quickly, “doctor Stacy said that she wants to talk to you about something. And… I will also start removing my bandages this afternoon. She asked me to come to the hospital for a check-up.”Mikael raised his eyebrow. "Don't force yourself if your eyes still hurt.""I tried getting my bandages off yesterday, and Mrs Stacy says my eye is fine.""Very well then," Mikael replied curtly."That's why I need you to come home early today to take me to the hospital," Claire shook her head as Nancy fed her, "you weren't home when I took off my bandages for the first time. However, I want to see you this time while removing the bandages.”"You can see me at night," Mikael said nonchalantly. He asked a waiter to pour wine into his glass—his habit every time he ate. Sometimes he just takes a
NYU Medical Center, New York, US. 3 PM"Her condition has improved. Now she can remove her bandages during the day, as long as she doesn't look directly at the light that is too bright."Claire smiled happily as she listened to Stacy's explanation to Michael.Michael comes home. He kept his promise this morning, came home at lunchtime, and drove her to the hospital. Well, even though he was a bit late—something Michael had never done before.However, she was glad that Michael drove her to the hospital so she didn't have to go alone with Nancy.And not only did she do an eye check-up, but Stacy also asked her to do a check-up. Blood, urine, even… ultrasound. She doesn't know the purpose, but Claire doesn't ask much because Michael said the check-up was necessary after her accident one month ago."That means she doesn't need to use bandages anymore?" Michael frowned and stared at her for a moment.“That's right, Mr. Williams. We've been experimenting for three days now, and Miss Claire
Leandro Clan HeadquartersNew York, US. 11 PMMikael's footsteps echoed along the hallway in the basement of a hotel in downtown New York.Chandeliers with gold carvings and diamond gems hang along the aisle—giving light that accompanies every step. Ancient Greek statues made of gold become decorations in every corner, with gold carvings that fill the ceiling.No one would have thought that beneath that luxurious building that soared into the sky, there was an underground chamber of unfathomable luxury. Not just luxury—but every glimmer of that opulence represents real cruelty.Ignoring the tens of pairs of eyes looking down at him in reverence, Mikael walked calmly towards the main staircase, which would lead him to the secret meeting room."All the secret leaders are waiting for you, Mr William," Orlando spoke briefly as they walked up the spiral staircase in the middle of the room.The room located on the second floor is a forbidden room that cannot be entered by everyone. Only the
Alfonso's MansionColumbus, Ohio, US. 9 AMClaire tied her hair into a ponytail before she walked out of the room.God, she overslept when staying at someone else's house—something a guest shouldn't do."Where's everybody?" When she opened the door, she saw a maid walking not far from her."In the main room, Miss. They had just finished breakfast. If you are hungry, let me prepare breakfast for you. What would you like for breakfast?”Claire shook her head, "No need. I'll just have breakfast later." She said as she walked into the main hall. She tried to remember every detail of the mansion because her room was a bit far from the main room.A baby crying echoed down the left aisle, so Claire walked quickly towards it. "I'm sorry for waking up late," Claire immediately approached Abigail and Josephine who were sitting by the window. Josephine is holding Amaira—Abigail's daughter."Don't rush to get up if you're still sleepy, Claire," Abigail answered calmly."I have a hard time sleepin
Alfonso's MansionColumbus, Ohio, US. 10 AM"What did you come for?" Claire stepped away—trying to put some distance between herself and Michael.Michael raised an eyebrow. He looked at her calmly as if feeling innocent about what had happened yesterday. "Let’s go home,"Claire shook her head, “I'm going home with Mommy. You go home first.""What did you come here for?" Michael stepped closer, "let's go home." he repeated his order."I told you that I'm going home with Mommy.""And I've also asked what you came here for?" Michael answered quickly."Are you blind?" Claire muttered under her breath, "As I remember, I was the one who was blind, so you—"Her sentence was cut off because Michael grabbed her arm and kissed her hard.Claire's eyes widened as her hands moved uncomfortably in Michael's grip.He pushed her away—cornering her between the wall and his arm.Michael's kiss was hard—rough and demanding. Ss if his kiss was not out of love but anger—great frustration."Michael," Clair