Catherine's POV
I listened to Melinda's words and was shocked by what had happened. Blake acted so quickly! Then I told Melinda about my encounter with the rogue. Melinda asked with concern, "Is your injury serious? I'll give you a few more days off. Have a good rest." "It's nothing serious. I just got a scratch on my arm. It has been dealt with. I don't want to ask for leave. I'll go back to work tomorrow." I still had two important projects on hand, and I had to deal with them. "Cathy, Guy was taken away by the wolf pack guards. Does it have something to do with this accident?" Melinda wondered. I sneered and said without any sympathy, "Vanessa must have dragged him into this on purpose. I believe the Gamma of the royal pack can give me a reasonable explanation as to whether he was complicit." "If Guy did hold a grudge against you, it's probably best to keep him out of the company. You should talk to King Blake about it. HeCatherine's POV "What happened?" I asked, looking at Noah. "I don't know. When I got to school in the morning, I suddenly felt very nervous, and then I felt scared. I fell without noticing," Noah said. I was stunned. I realized that it might have been the same time while I was being injured. Did Noah sense something because of his connection with me? But Noah was still so young, and he hadn't had his wolf yet. So, I dismissed the idea. I glanced at him. "Did you apply some ointment?" "Yes. The teacher helped me do it. The teacher was scared. She must have thought that daddy wanted to pick on her." Noah laughed proudly. I was speechless. What kind of attitude was that? "You can't blame your teacher for this. You deserve it, and your daddy has no right to pick on her," I immediately scolded Noah sternly, not allowing him to use Blake as his shield and be complacent. Noah immediately fell silent. Hedwig gloa
Catherine's POV Blake's eyes flickered as he replied, "Of course. Whether he and Vanessa were conspiring against you or not, I will not hire him ever again, given that he had an affair with Vanessa. Why? Are you eyeing his position?" I was stunned. Did Blake think that I wanted to be promoted? "No, I'm not. I just want to ask you if you have anyone in mind." I was so nervous my palms were sweating. "Yes. I've made my decision. It will be ... you." He smiled. He was calm, and there was a hint of laziness in his eyes. He pointed to me. "Me? No way!" I didn't expect Blake to ask me to be the head of the Design Department. I didn't even dare to think about it. Blake's eyes darkened slightly. "Why not? You haven't done it before. You don't know." "I want to recommend someone to you. You can think about it. She is more suitable than me in every aspect," I said eagerly. "Who is it?" Blake's expression had returned to normal. He look
Catherine's POV I was embarrassed, and I had a feeling. He did it on purpose! Just as he was about to get handsy and wanted to make a further move, the voices of Hedwig and Noah came from outside the study. "It's so strange. Where are daddy and mommy? They are not in mommy's room, and they are not in daddy's room. Are they out?" Hedwig said in a panicked tone since she couldn't find us. Noah reached out and knocked on her head. "You fool. Look at the lights in the study. They must be inside." After Noah finished speaking, he raised his hand and was about to twist the doorknob. Meanwhile, Blake and I, who were inside the study, stiffened. I reached out my hand almost instinctively and pushed Blake away. As soon as I bounced off his arms, I saw Noah open the door and come in with Hedwig. "Daddy, mommy, you are here! I want some milk... Mommy, can you fix me a glass of Ash's formula?" Hedwig said pitifully. I hastily tidi
Catherine's POV I couldn't believe Blake had been watching me in the shadows. In other words, he saw what I just did! I felt extremely ashamed and immediately turned to leave. "Stop!" I had only taken a few steps when I heard his command from behind me. I stopped obediently and turned around. I glared at him with some resentment. "How long have you been standing there? Why didn't you make a sound? Did you deliberately make me a fool? You are so terrible." "You're just saying that because you're embarrassed. Right?" There was a smile in Blake's eyes. I was stunned. Damn Blake! Just as I decided not to talk to him for the rest of my life, Blake quickly walked toward me. Then, with a strong and overbearing grip, he pulled me towards the balcony. My eyes were wide open. I looked down at my wrist that was tightly grabbed by Blake, and I had been forcefully led forward by him. "Blake, what are you doing? Let go! I'm going to
Catherine's POV After eating two pieces of bread, I stood up with my purse. "I'll go to work now. Enjoy!" "Let's go together. I'll send you to the office." Blake suddenly stood up. Then I remembered that my car had been sent to be repaired, so I couldn't drive to work. "Thanks, then!" I didn't refuse him. Instead, I followed him out of the door. I sat in Blake's car and arrived at the company. As soon as I got out of the car, I heard the sound of some reporters secretly taking photos next to me. I turned around vigilantly, while they jumped into their car instantly and left. I was speechless. I guessed it wasn't easy to be a reporter nowadays. They went here to wait for us early in the morning, and they even acted like thieves when taking photos of us. What was their purpose? I knew my life would never be peaceful again now that I was involved with Blake. As soon as I stepped into the elevator, everyone was star
Catherine's POV Leo noticed my silence, and he seemed to realize that he had said something inappropriate. He quickly rephrased, "Don't get me wrong. I don't mean to belittle you. I just feel that you and Blake are not the same kind of people. You know that Blake is serious and boring. But you strike me as quite interesting." "It's fine. I know what you mean," I said, but I still felt a little upset about his comments. After I ended the call with Leo, another call came in before I could put my phone down. It was from Blake. "Yes?" I said lightly. "Who were you talking to on the phone? Why were you talking for so long?" Blake asked with a little dissatisfaction. I was stunned. I felt a bit guilty and lied, "It was just a client. What's up?" "Clear out your afternoon. I have something important to go to you," said Blake. "What is it?" I was surprised. "Anyway, I'll pick you up at three o'clock in the aftern
Catherine's POV "Where are you taking me shopping?" I asked curiously. "We go where the best things are," Blake said calmly. I couldn't help but look back at him. "You aren't going to spend a fortune changing my appearance just because of what people say on the Internet, are you? If so, then I guess I owe them a thank you." "Isn't it a matter of course for me to buy things for you? Do I need a reason?" Blake couldn't help but chuckle. "Fine. Aren't you afraid that I will buy lots and lots of stuff and max out your card?" I threatened him fiercely. "Go ahead. As long as that's what you want." Blake said generously. I suddenly realized that I had said something ridiculous again. Blake had so much money that even he lost count. "Forget it. I'm not that greedy. A few pieces will do." I thought about it, and I realized that I shouldn't take it out on him. After all, how I dressed was the reason why we were here. Blake didn'
Catherine's POV "I'm not interested in those things. Maybe we should go." I immediately declared that I didn't dig jewelry. "That's because you haven't seen anything you like. Trust me, when you wear jewelry that belongs to you, you'll love it," Blake said. "Blake, believe it or not, if you keep buying things for me like this, I might not be able to leave you ever again." I was in a mess. Blake stopped abruptly. I didn't see it coming at all, and I bumped into him. My head was buzzing. I touched my forehead and looked at him with confusion. "Are you serious?" His voice was low and charming. "What?" I blinked. "You can't leave me ever again?" Blake said directly. I was just teasing him. I only meant to scare him, yet I winded up being startled. "What do you want?" I took a step back. Blake took a step forward. His tall and muscular body was very close to me, and his voice was low. He said, "I want to know.
Third Person's POVThe evidence Cedrick provided was like a belated Christmas's gift, bringing Leo immense relief.He had tried investigating before, but Samuel was overly cautious, making any prior attempts fruitless.Cedrick, through unknown means, had infiltrated Nebula and unearthed these critical clues—Leo would have to find a chance to thank this prudent business magnate later. But he knew the credit should go to Jessica.Cedrick's willingness to help was clearly for her sake.Leo and Sunny headed straight to Samuel's office, catching him in a compromising situation with a new female star from the company.The star was perched on his lap, Samuel's hands wandering freely over her body, with no regard for discretion.The office door burst open, catching them red-handed.The female star's face drained of color, and Samuel's panic was evident."Boss!" Samuel quickly pushed the stunned star off him, and she hurrie
Third Person's POV"Of course not! You have such a piano gift. I love listening," Leo didn't dare to discourage the little one. Otherwise, Blake would scold him again."Really? Then sit and listen to me play again!" Hedwig insisted.Leo inwardly groaned but stayed at his mother's gaze.When the song finally ended, he almost wanted to flee. "Hedwig, something's come up at the company. I have to go!"Watching his mother patiently guide Hedwig, Leo daydreamed—if he ever had a daughter, he'd definitely leave her in Abigail's care. Only her gentle temperament could raise a well-behaved child.Back at the company, Leo found Sunny had come in at some point—he'd told her to rest at home. Seems this woman just couldn't stay idle."Miss me?" Leo stood before her with a self-assured smile.Sunny paused, then nodded coyly. "It's so boring at home!""Since you're here, keep working on your script and study the character,"
Third Person's POV"Nothing really, just curious," Patricia sighed. "To be honest, I admire you both. If that happened to me, I might not be as poised as you are."Abigail grew even more embarrassed."How about Leo and Sunny?" Patricia changed the subject. "Haven't you called to check in?""No, Leo's not one for sharing personal stuff," Abigail said with a light laugh.Patricia frowned, then leaned in suddenly. "You've met Olivia, right? Don't you think Sunny resembles her a bit?"Abigail stiffened, recalling the resemblance but not daring to dwell on it—could the world really be that coincidental?"Probably no connection," she said with a frown."True, there are plenty of people with the same surname," Patricia agreed, though she noticed the flicker of doubt in Abigail's eyes.Two children bounced into the room, Hedwig holding up a pale purple flower. "Granny, look at the flower Noah put on me. Isn't it pretty?"
Third Person's POV"Olivia was the woman who had an affair with Mark back then? I thought you'd already dealt with her," Nick said with a cold sneer after hearing his father's request. He believed Mark's misplaced mercy back then was like burying a landmine for himself.Richard gritted his teeth. "Not killing her back then was my mistake, but now she must disappear.""Why did you spare her back then, Dad?" Nick's piercing gaze made Richard somewhat flustered."I thought she wouldn't betray me," Richard equivocated."Come on, loyalty that can be bought with money isn't loyalty at all," Nick sneered. "I know the truth—you couldn't bring yourself to kill her because she has the face of your first love. Lust truly does cloud judgment. Your obsession with that woman even drove Mom to her death!""Nick!" Richard roared, as if struck in a sore spot.Nick's eyes turned cold and he fell silent.Richard realized his approach was to
Third Person's POV"Staring at me?" Blake suddenly turned his head, his sapphire eyes sweeping over her flushed cheeks, a mischievous smile tugging at his lips."N-no!" Catherine hastily lowered her head, her fingers crumpling the book pages, yet not a word entered her mind.Blake let out a low chuckle and strode to her side, his long leg bracing against the sofa back, trapping her in the soft confines."Is it nervous to stare at your fiancé?" He deliberately emphasized the word "fiancé," his warm breath grazing her reddening earlobe. "Or have you already decided I'm your 'husband'?"Catherine's heartbeat skipped. They were engaged, but the word "husband" still sent a blush to her cheeks."Don't jump the gun, we're not married yet," she whispered, her gaze involuntarily sliding downward as he began unbuttoning his shirt—his defined chest faintly visible beneath the white fabric, each button like a droplet being undone by
Third Person's POVNow, none of them dared to return home after midnight. They all felt as if going home was like admitting to a mistake, so they prepared mental scripts, thinking about how to deal with the questioning.This was the subtle difference between being unmarried and married in their minds."Blake, you and Catherine are already engaged. When do you plan to get married? How about having the wedding on the same day as ours? It might become a beautiful story," Benjamin asked with a smile, thinking that getting married on the same day could be quite a tale."Forget it. I don't want to run to two wedding venues in one day." Howard was the first to object, already looking forward to attending two wedding feasts.The corners of Blake's mouth twitched into a smile. "I might actually get married before you. My grandmother has already set the date for us.""Ah?" The other two were filled with shock. So sudden?Blake nodded. "I've alr
Olivia promised not to run and cooperated fully.That night, she detailed how Richard had found and bribed her to lure Mark.After settling Olivia in Blake's vacant villa, Leo left past eleven.Hungry and tired, he recalled cooking with Sunny—her average but heartwarming home cooking.On impulse, he drove to Sunny's building, seeing the light in her apartment.Regretting his harsh words, he hesitated but finally, masked and hat-clad, knocked on her door.Sunny opened it, red-eyed from crying.They stood in silence."Why are you here again?" Sunny asked hoarsely."Olivia came to me," Leo said, pushing the door open.Sunny's face stiffened. "Did you send her to the police?""Not yet. I have other plans. Don't ask," Leo said.The air grew tense. Leo stepped closer, tucking her hair behind her ear. "My words this afternoon—did they hurt you?"Sunny widened her eyes. "Of course not. I d
"I'm sorry." Sunny bowed her head, covered her face with her hands, and shook it violently. "Sorry, I really don't know what to do."Leo looked at her like a frightened child, muttering this sentence over and over.But he didn't want to hear her apologies."Maybe I loved the wrong person. Since you never tell me the truth, fine, let's stop torturing each other. Breaking up is the wisest choice," Leo steeled himself again, slammed the things he was carrying onto the table, and turned to leave.Sunny heard the door close heavily again, as if it had slammed right into her heart.She trembled all over.They must had been enemies in their past life.Sunny sneered at herself. That was why this life was full of torment.Leo went downstairs, got into his car. His mind went blank.He didn't know why he was so heartless, but he was just really angry, especially since he placed Sunny in the most important position, yet had to endur
"I had someone call Tasha, and she said your mom was home for dinner, so I came over." Leo had been particularly clingy with Sunny lately. Not having her even for lunch felt off, so he packed some food, deciding to eat with her.He didn't expect to see Olivia.Worse still, Sunny actually stood in front of Olivia, as if shielding her.Sunny's mind was blank. She underestimated her importance to Leo.Olivia, seeing Leo's dark expression and the flicker of anger in his eyes, panicked too.She pushed Sunny aside, stepped forward, and said humbly, "Leo, I was planning to apologize to you anyway.""Really?" Leo's voice was icy cold. Though addressing Olivia, his gaze pinned Sunny, as if trying to see through her pale face to her true thoughts.Olivia nodded earnestly. "Yes, I was going to seek your forgiveness. We were just discussing having Sunny call you later...""Enough! I don't want to hear your lies. Keep running if you will."