The coffee shop is located on the outskirts of the city, far from the noisy commercial district. It's a gloomy afternoon with dark clouds, as if foretelling an impending storm. The coffee shop is filled with the rich aroma of coffee, mixed with the scent of freshly baked desserts, creating a cozy yet mysterious atmosphere. Alicia is sitting in a corner, choosing a seat with a clear view of the entrance. She has applied light makeup today and is wearing a plain gray sweater and jeans, trying not to draw attention. Her fingers unconsciously caress the coffee cup in front of her, and her gaze occasionally glances at the glass door of the coffee shop. There are only a few customers in the coffee shop, some of whom are concentrating on their laptops, while others are speaking in low voices. Alicia tries to look like she is just waiting for a regular friend, but her heart is raging within her. Just as Alicia began to doubt whether George would show up, the door of the coffee shop was pus
Alicia closed her eyes, as if she could also feel the oppressive atmosphere of that morning. Her father's voice, the one that had always been so confident and powerful in her memory, suddenly seemed distant and vague."Your father's voice sounded urgent," George continued. "He said he had remembered some important things and wanted me to come see him immediately. I still remember the sound of his breathing being a bit hurried and the background noise of searching for papers."George paused for a moment, taking a sip of the already cold coffee. The bitter taste made him frown. "I told him I would go right away. But just as I was about to leave the house, I received a call from the traffic control center. They said... said your father's car had crashed on the winding mountain road."Alicia felt dizzy, and she struggled to control her emotions, but she still felt tears welling up in her eyes."I immediately rushed to the scene," George's voice became even lower, "and it was the most horr
"Damn!" Alicia muttered, as the key wouldn't fit into the lock several times. She took a deep breath and tried to calm down. Finally, the key was inserted into the correct position.The moment the engine roared to life, Alisha let out a sigh of relief. She slammed on the gas pedal, and the car shot out of the parking lot like an arrow. The tires screeched against the ground, and the car swayed slightly. In the rearview mirror, she saw the man had run onto the road and was already dialing his phone.Alicia's heart was still racing at an alarming rate, but she forced herself to concentrate on the road. Following the route she remembered, she began driving towards the suburbs of the city. The city was bathed in the glow of nighttime lights, and the number of pedestrians and vehicles on the streets was gradually decreasing. Neon lights cast colorful shadows on the car windows, and Alisha felt as if she were in a surreal dream.About twenty minutes later, Alicia noticed that a black SUV ha
Alice felt a rush of panic surge through her, and she instinctively reached for the USB stick hidden in her underwear. The tiny device felt like a thousand pounds of weight at that moment. "But George, I can't just leave you like this! We don't know what's on that USB stick yet."George reached out and gently placed a hand on Alice's shoulder. His eyes were firm and gentle. "Listen, your father trusts you, and so do I. You're much stronger than you think. Now, you have to believe in yourself. The secret on that USB stick, only you can unlock it."Alice took a deep breath and forced herself to calm down. She knew George was right, but the pain of parting still tore her heart apart."Okay," she finally said, her voice slightly trembling.Just then, a distant barking sound broke the silence of the night. George and Alice both instinctively looked up."They're coming," George whispered. "We have to go."The two quickly got up and moved through the dark forest in silence. The moonlight fil
The elevator doors opened, and Alicia walked towards her office. Her colleagues greeted her as usual, discussing their weekend plans and the latest office gossip. Alicia mechanically responded, trying to appear as normal as possible.Alicia sat at her desk, mechanically scrolling through her emails, but her thoughts had drifted elsewhere. The office was filled with the scent of coffee and the sound of keyboards, and her colleagues' busy figures darted in her peripheral vision, but none of it could hold her attention. Her entire focus was on the tiny USB stick hidden deep in her pocket, the secret container that held her darkest secret.The secret on the USB stick felt like a ticking time bomb that could explode her life at any moment. Alicia could feel its presence, as if it had come alive and was restlessly jumping in her pocket. She knew she was standing at a dangerous crossroads, where every choice she made could lead to unforeseen consequences. She needed a plan, a plan that would
Alicia Stewart stood at the floor-to-ceiling window in her apartment, gazing out over the city's nightscape. Her reflection was mirrored on the glass, her long blonde hair flowing smoothly over her shoulders, accentuating her fair skin and delicate features. She was wearing a simple white silk robe, holding a glass of red wine, and her eyes sparkled with thoughtful light.There were still two weeks to go until the launch of the new product, and Alicia's mind was already forming a vague outline of a plan. She knew that the event was not only crucial to the company's future, but also a golden opportunity for her to get closer to the Black family.She took a sip of her wine and recalled the meeting earlier that day at the company. James from the marketing department had proposed a bold idea: "We should invite Alexander Black, the young head of the Black family, to the launch event. This will give our new product huge exposure."Alicia had merely nodded and smiled, but inside she was surp
Black Tower stands tall in the heart of the city, resembling a modern fortress. As night falls, the glass facade of the building reflects the city's lights, shimmering with brilliance. Alicia Stewart stands at the entrance of the building, looking up at the symbol of power, taking a deep breath to calm her nerves.She has dressed up elegantly tonight, wearing a deep blue backless long dress that reaches her ankles. Her long hair is styled into a delicate bun, with a few mischievous strands hanging by her ears, highlighting her fair skin. A diamond necklace sparkles on her slender neck, complementing her earrings.Alicia enters the elevator and presses the button for the top floor. The elevator soars upwards, and her heartbeat quickens. She knows that tonight is a crucial step towards uncovering the truth, and also the best stage to showcase her charm.The elevator door opens, and Alicia enters a luxurious hall. Crystal chandeliers illuminate the entire space, and the panoramic windows
On a sunny afternoon, Alicia Stewart stood on the dock, with the breeze gently ruffling her well-groomed dark brown hair. She was wearing a light blue dress that was both tasteful and elegant. In the distance, a luxurious yacht was slowly approaching, and the golden letters "Black Star" on its hull shone brightly in the sunlight. Alicia took a deep breath and composed her expression. She knew that every step from here on out would be crucial. As the yacht docked, a white-uniformed crew member came down and bowed respectfully, saying, "Miss Stewart, welcome aboard. Mr. Black is waiting for you on the deck." Alicia thanked him with a smile and gracefully stepped onto the boat. On the deck, Alexander Black was facing away from her, gazing out at the horizon. Hearing footsteps, he turned around, and a charming smile spread across his face. "Alicia, welcome to 'Black Star'," Alexander said, approaching her and gently taking her hand. He placed a gentlemanly kiss on the back of her h