Augustus' eyes suddenly flew wide open; his gaze was a bit strange and unfocused. His heart was racing extremely fast. For a few minutes, he stared into the distance unnaturally. Suddenly, his eyes turned natural and innocent-looking, and his heartbeat returned to normal. Augustus' brows wrinkled slightly, and he tilted his head in confusion as if he wanted to recall where he was. He swept his gaze around the large room. Suddenly, a happy glint flickered past Augustus' eyes. His lips curved upward, and his furrowed brows straightened as if he had just recalled something. Augustus raised his hand and touched his forehead absentmindedly. It seems to carry a different type of warmth. Gillian! Wife! Augustus sat up and turned to the other side of the bed eagerly; clearly, he hoped to see Gillian next to him. Unfortunately, Augustus was greeted with the absence of Gillian. Augustus' brows furrowed, and he sprang up from the bed immediately. He walked around the roomโr
Upon hearing the bodyguard's statement, Gillian's heart skipped a beat, and her eyes widened like those of a cute hamster. Augustus had just known Gillian the day before; how could he care about her so much that her absence would lead to his current mood? Suddenly, a thought flickered through Gillian's mind. Perhaps Gillian was the only person Augustus could rely on, so he subconsciously began to get possessive of her. Gillian's brows knit slightly upon realizing a thing. Didn't the Albrecht family care for Augustus? How would Augustus be in such a position without them bothering about it? Gillian took a deep breath to suppress her chaotic thoughts. Instantly, she decided on the most important thing, which was checking on Augustus. Regardless of what might happen later, Gillian decided to ditch the cleaning job until she made sure that Augustus was fine. Gillian bit her lower lip and turned to Butler Leo solemnly. Her back straightened, and her gaze was firm. "I'll che
"Here. Please hold it." As soon as Gillian arrived in front of her room, she handed the platter filled with two bowls of noodles and poached eggs to Steve. Steve nodded and hurriedly collected the platter. His lips parted to say a word, but before he could, Gillian turned and entered the room at a fast pace. Gillian took a look at herself in the mirror and began to fix her look and clothes. Seeing the red fingerprint marks on her face, she sighed and quickly applied makeup to that certain part of her cheek to conceal the mark. Once Gillian was sure that she was presentable, she strode towards the closet in a long stride. Gillian had always been a fan of keeping favorite snacks in her bag for easy access. Gillian picked up a bag and opened it. She took out a favorite bar of chocolate and a lollipop and put them into her pocket before making her way out of the room. "Thank you." Gillian flashed Steve a smile and hurriedly collected the platter from him. โCan you bring me t
The sun hung on the blue cloud and shone that beautiful afternoon. In the VIP hospital room of Serene Health Hospital, Willa Arison lay on the bed with a slightly pale face and an IV drip connected to her hand. Suddenly, the door barged open, and a figure ran into the room at top speed. "Oh, my poor Willa.โ Kathy Arison gently grabbed Willaโs hand and cried out in a voice filled with heartache and pain, her eyes pooling with tears. She gently stroked Willaโs cheeks, sadness swirling in her eyes. She stuttered, her body trembling at the sight she had just seen. โHow can you? How can you be in such a bad position? Who dares? Who dared to...โ The sight of Willaโs pitiful state made Kathy so infuriated that she wanted to rip the attacker apart. Before Kathy Arison could complete her sentence, Ivy snorted loudly, her eyes flashing with hatred and anger. The thought of how Gillian embarrassed her in the mall kept flashing in her head, overwhelming her with fury again and again. S
Axel strode out of the mansion, carrying a list of documents. His eyes are piercingly cold and frightening, and his expression is dark and grim to the bone. Axelโs jaw clenched, and his vein throbbed in fury. None. He meant that none of the documents he took from Augustus' study could be made use of. Just thinking about how that person had ignored Axel to lick Sweet made Axel exceptionally angry. Seeing Augustusโ state earlier in the study, Axel didn't even know if Gillian's presence was a blessing or curse now. "Assistant Axel." A deep masculine voice of an older man suddenly sounded. An older man in his forties strode towards Axel while putting on a blue suit. His face looked like the older version of Calista. Upon seeing Edward Davidson, Calistaโs father, and Renataโs husband, a contemptuous glint flickered past Axel's eyes. However, it quickly dissipated, giving one the notion that itโs just oneโs imagination. "Mr. Edward." Despite Axel's change of mood, Axelโs voice
Gillian giggled in amusement at the sight of Augustus 'cleaning meticulously'. She canโt help thinking that she is the only one who has the gut. The gut to allow Augustus to clean cobwebs for her! Augustusโ brows furrowed, and his eyes instantly fixed on the ceiling, as if he wanted to make sure he did a good job and didn't forget to miss any of the cobwebs. The sight was so amusing and enchanting at the same time that Gillian's face reddened and her limpid eyes were transfixed on Augustus, lost in Augustusโ charm and the moment. Augustus suddenly turned back and beamed at Gillian. His eyes squinted, and his lips curved in happiness. "Gillian, did I do well?" Augustus inquired once more, his illusionary tail hanging up on high as if to receive Gillian's praise again. Seeing the person's clear and innocent eyes and recalling how she had blanked out at the sight of Augustus' handsomeness, Gillian had the impulse to hit herself at her lack of control. Augustus is so innocent; how
"Madam, please stop!" Butler Leo exclaimed and whizzed into the hall anxiously before Renata could. His chest heaved heavily, and his hand held his chest in a gasp for breath due to his actions. โPlease stop.โ He reiterated The sudden interjection made Renataโs face contort in displeasure. However, she let her hand fall by her side reluctantly, and she stared at Butler Leo impatiently and meaningfully, as if telling him with her gaze that his interruption better be worthy. Butler Leo took a step and stopped in front of Renata. "Madam, young master Augustus stepped into the hall without young madam Gillianโs knowledge. Although the young madam tried to send the young master out, young master Augustus refused to adhere to Young Madam Gillian. The whole scene can be checked on the hall CCTV camera." Butler Leo carefully explained that his old face had a careful and polite calm smile on it, and throughout the whole speech, his eyes didn't fall on Gillian, not even for a second. A s
Gillian didnโt know if Augustus's silent way of coping with pain was due to his character before he became a retard or if it was due to the events he had gone through after waking up as a retard. Gillian snapped out of her chaotic thoughts and scurried towards Augustus, panic and worry written on her face. Gillian shakily extended her hands to support Augustus; her body trembled due to the fear and panic surging in her. Her shaky hands fell on Augustus' forehead to gauge his temperature. But after a few seconds, Gillian didnโt find anything amiss with Augustus' temperature, making her more anxious. She bowed slightly in front of him and stared directly into his eyes. โYoung Master, is anything wrong?โ She inquired worriedly. Augustusโ furrowed brows deepened, his lips pursed, and he held his stomach tighter. โUncomfortable.โ He simply responded with a word. Gillianโs face turned pale, and her lips quivered; her face almost turned as white as a sheet, as if it had been com
โCan I get my phone?โ As soon as Gillian woke up, she turned to Irie and asked.Gillian hadn't heard from Augustus since she woke, and that made her extra worried.Although Gillian had felt Augustusโs presence when she was in a coma, that wasnโt enough to calm her down.Gillian knew that the person who would be affected the most by her accident was Augustus, and it made her exceptionally worried.Upon hearing this, Irie paused in her tracks and hurried toward Gillian. She gently patted Gillianโs hair and shook her head in refusal.โYouโre still in recovery, so I have to prevent phone exposure for now.โGillianโs brows knitted, but in the next second, she bit her lower lip and blinked her eyes innocently.โThen you can pick up my phone and put Augustus on the line,โ she suggested.Upon hearing this, Irieโs brows knitted in confusion. Wasnโt Augustus just a retard? Not to mention that he had the Albrecht family watching over himโwhy was Gillian this worried? Nothing will happen, will it
โI have to visit Gillian at the hospital. Calista, hurry up and pack up," Renata conveyed. Her voice was so filled with anxiety that if one didn't know better, one would believe that Renata and Gillian had a very good relationship.โYes, Mom,โ Calista nodded her head and picked up a woolen white scarf, which she wrapped around her neck.Calista picked up her phone and bag and followed Renata out.Calista suddenly paused in her tracks and instructed Butler Leo, "Butler Leo, we will be back soon, so do not shut the door.""Ah, yes, Miss," Butler Leo responded with a bow and straightened his back.Immediately, Calista and Renata got into the car.Soon, the car drove out of the compound.In an inconspicuous part of the mansion, a team of six assassins suddenly appeared without making a sound or drawing attention.They were in black outfits, and their faces were covered in masks, effortlessly blending into the background.They expertly held their silenced weapons and fluidly moved around t
โGillian.โ Roger Arison stepped into the ward and perfunctorily made his way toward the table where the flowers and gifts were placed. He placed the flowers and basket of gifts he had carried along on the table, no traces of concern for Gillian in his eyes.If it wasnโt that not coming to visit Gillian would spark a reaction, heโd definitely not have come to see this cocky wench who ruined his years of hard work. Hmph.But thinking about it, if Gillian hadnโt had an accident, would Willa be capable of using pity to win netizens' hearts and increase the stock price? No.And it was all because of this that Roger had visited Gillian.By showing affection, hopefully, heโd be able to win netizens' hearts and also increase the stock price.As long as thereโs an increment, Roger's company situation will turn around, and heโll definitely be able to win investors again and find partnerships.Upon seeing Irie, who was currently going through her phone while grinning from ear to ear and leisurel
A thin and pretty nurse gently pushed her medical cart toward Gillian's ward. Upon seeing the Albrecht guard, her eyes sparkled with sweetness, no sign of fear or nervousness in them. She gently reported, โIt's time for Miss Gillian's treatment.โ The Albrecht guard watching over Gillianโs ward immediately eyed the nurse from head to toe, unfazed by her sweet nature. Upon seeing the guard's glance, the nurse suddenly recalled something. She blinked her eyes innocently, smiled sweetly, and explained, โDoctor Ren had an emergency case to attend to, so he sent me to check up on and treat Miss Gillian in his place.โ Upon seeing the guard staring at her quietly, her stomach flipped from petrification, yet she tried to appear calm. The nurse tightened her hold on her cart and hurriedly spoke up, โMiss Gillian's issue is urgent. The more we delay, the higher the riskโฆโ โWhere's your card?โ The Albrecht guard suddenly retracted his gaze and interrupted in a gruff voice, completely unf
The incessant buzzing of Luke's phone made his face wrinkle, and he let out a groan.His hand drowsily reached out for his phone, and he picked it up. He sighed and reluctantly opened his eyes before unlocking his phone to go through it.Soon, Luke realized that he was being tagged on social media.Since Luke and Gillian had once had a relationship in the past, of course, the netizens weren't willing to let Luke go, so they had tagged him, wanting to see his response.Soon, the drowsy expression on Lukeโs face disappeared, and he abruptly sat up due to shock. โGillian had an accident last night?โ he pronounced, talking to no one.Immediately, Luke pushed off the blanket from his body and abruptly stood up, revealing his toned and naked body.Upon hearing Luke's words, Ivy's eyes flew wide, and her expression immediately became twisted.She abruptly sat up, causing the blanket on her body to fall, revealing the bite marks left by Luke the previous night.Her hands immediately stretched
A certain news and live broadcast suddenly took over the whole internet by storm that early morning, breaking the internet and shocking netizens.Willa had gone to a temple early at dawn just to pray for Gillianโs recovery. How could the netizens not be shocked?As if that wasnโt enough, Willa even went to donate things to orphans and the needy, as if hoping that such donations would soften heavenโs heart and help give Gillian a speedy recovery.All the media channels that broadcasted this live instantly had a surge of views and endless gifts and comments from fans.At that moment, the netizens couldnโt help being exceptionally touched.They felt that even though Willa had treated Gillian badly in the past, she deserved to be forgiven.After all, who hasnโt made a mistake at some point?The netizens even mentioned that a sweet family couldnโt go without having enmity at some pointโotherwise, how would the bond be sweet?Some netizens even commented that they had done worse to their fa
"I got it, Dad. I've sent the details in the files to your mail," Zenaida conveyed to the person at the other end of the call, unable to contain the excitement in her system.Upon hearing this, the voice of the person at the other end of the phone softened, and he praised her. "You've done well, Zenaida. You have done the whole family proud. This time, it's not only Father that owes you; the whole family does. Think of what you want. When you return, you can ask for whatever reward, and Dad will give it to you," he said, his voice laced with sincerity and softness.Upon hearing this, Zenaida's eyes lit up, and her face broke into a sweet smile; her heart began to race, and her thoughts began to spin while thinking of what she could ask as a reward."Thank you, Dad." Regardless of the joy coursing through her, Zenaida steadied her voice and calmly responded.Hearing Zenaidaโs calm voice made the man hum in approval. He continued, โYou've proven yourself capable enough to take over the
โGillian, hurry up and open your eyes. You canโt just sleep like this. Hurry up.โImmediately, Willa burst into tears that resounded in the silent ward.Willa wrapped her hands around the comatose Gillian's hand and rested her head next to Gillian, her teary face buried in Gillianโs bed, wetting the bedsheets.Willa's body shook, her eyes red and swollen, her lips quivering, and her body trembling.With Willa's tears and pity-evoking actions, anyone who came across the scene would definitely be touched and believe that Willa and Gillian had a very close relationship with each other.However, one of these people didnโt include Scott.Hearing Willa's endless loud and dramatic wails made Scott very frustrated.The ward was supposed to be quiet, yet ever since Willa stepped into it, it was the total opposite.Scott had to use all his strength to suppress his urge to throw Willa out. Rather, Scott chose to walk out of the ward, wanting Willa to leave before he stepped back in.At this poin
โGillian had a serious accident?โ Upon seeing the news and pictures on social media, Willa abruptly sat up and stopped scrolling, completely ignoring the pain coursing through her. Suddenly, Willa's face broke into a smile, and her body shook with excitement. She felt that this was the best news she had received in a while. Suddenly, Willa's expression changed, and she scowled. โThat bitch should have just died.โ It'd really have been better if Gillian, that slut, had just died directlyโbut, well... Willa calmed down. Upon seeing that the incident left them battling for their lives and the accident left no one conscious, Willa felt that this was still better. Especially at such a time when Gillian was about to take over the Albrecht family. Seeing the news post about Gillian taking over the Albrecht company as CEO was enough to plunge Willaโs mood and make her feel sick. That Gillian bitch was just an illegitimate daughter and born out of wedlock. Also, Gillian wasn't born as a