Phoebe hurriedly trailed after Mila as she left. They got into the car nervously. Phoebe wasted no time starting the engine and driving away.As they fled, Mila pulled out her phone and dialed Nathan's number, her mind racing with fear. Past encounters had taught her to be wary of Yale's potential threats, and she was on edge.Nathan answered just as Mila's anxiety bubbled over. "Nate, there's Yale's blood on me. What do I do?""What happened?" Nathan's voice betrayed his tension."I ran into him and Lillian at the clothing store. Things got heated, and I ended up injuring him and getting his blood on my clothes.""Send me your location right away. Follow my instructions carefully. Head to the nearest police station and lay low for now." Nathan's tone was urgent."Got it."Nathan swiftly deployed a drone for tracking and protection purposes while organizing a team to meet Mila.Ten minutes later, Mila safely met up with Nathan. Escorted by the military base's team, they rushed
Nathan's expression turned serious as he shook his head.Mila was shocked. "So, Yale isn't Oliver after all?""I'm not sure. All the data on Oliver's DNA in the database has been erased, even the previous samples are gone," Nathan replied.Mila clenched her fist and gritted her teeth. "No wonder he was so calm today. Turns out, he's got nothing to fear anymore.""Maybe it's because he got cautious after I took his blood at the wedding," Nathan said, leaning back on the couch and closing his eyes. "He's planning to run for election, so it'll be even tougher to catch him then.""He's truly terrifying," Mila remarked. "He leaves no trace in anything he does. It's all cleaned up perfectly."Nathan reached for her hand, squeezing it tight as he said, "I'm most worried about you now.""You don't have to worry about me. From now on, I'll make sure to bring Phoebe with me whenever I go out, along with a few others," Mila replied."Project 905 is about to kick off, so you have to start
After dinner, the family gathered in the living room, nibbling on fruit and chatting.Cole entered the house hand in hand with Phoebe.When Michaela spotted them, she welcomed them warmly. "Cole, Phoebe, come join us and grab some fruit."Cole nodded politely and exchanged greetings with everyone before standing respectfully beside Nathan. His cheeks flushed slightly as he shyly said, "General Morrison, I need to talk to you about something."Nathan motioned toward the empty couch across from him. "Take a seat and let's talk."Cole held Phoebe's hand as they settled onto the couch facing Nathan.Mila smiled as she watched Phoebe's shy demeanor, sensing that something wonderful was about to unfold. Anticipation filled her.Cole cleared his throat nervously before saying, "General Morrison, Mrs. Morrison, we would like..."Phoebe glanced at him bashfully, silently encouraging him to speak his mind.All eyes in the room were fixed on him, awaiting his words.Cole stuttered, "W-W
The weather was perfect for Cole and Phoebe's wedding day, with sunny skies and a light breeze. It took two hours to get to the venue. Mila, Nathan, the Morrisons, and the Hoffises were all invited.The generosity of the Morrisons and Hoffises was staggering, their gifts alone could have easily bought Cole and Phoebe another house.Mila presented Phoebe with a million-dollar jewelry set, while Nathan surprised Cole with a luxury car of the same value.The Gilberts were thrilled and overwhelmed by the grandeur of the event. They never imagined that their humble rural wedding would attract such esteemed guests, including the wealthiest family in Norvania, the Norvanian general, and several other dignitaries and military comrades.Cole's parents had underestimated Cole's role, believing he was just a regular assistant to Nathan. The prestigious guest list filled them with pride, giving them something to boast about for the rest of their lives.Norvanian weddings were steeped in tradi
Mila's sympathy for Daniel deepened as she took a seat. "Daniel, if you don't grab this opportunity now, who knows if another one will come along."Daniel shook his head. "There wasn't much of an opportunity to begin with."Sighing, Mila muttered, "I wonder if that guy with Sienna is a blind date or her boyfriend. I'm not sure what to say to her either.""Did Phoebe only invite Sienna?" Daniel asked."Yeah.""Isn't that telling?""Telling of what?"Daniel tried to hide his disappointment behind a fake smile. "She brought her boyfriend along to join in the excitement. Then, she would reveal that she's getting married soon, right before you and Phoebe. Naturally, that would dash any hope I had."Mila felt even more sympathetic. "Daniel, why are you so negative? You used to be different. What happened to your confidence and open-mindedness?"Daniel reached for his phone and pressed the call button for the driver. "Wanda, please apologize to Phoebe and Cole on my behalf. I'm not f
Sienna settled into her car seat, a peculiar uneasiness washing over her. It wasn't overpowering, but rather a persistent discomfort, akin to a hand clutching her heart, causing her breath to catch.She sighed and mustered a smile before she asked, "Felix, if you were rich, powerful, and held a government position, would you consider marrying someone like me?"Felix burst into laughter. "Are you kidding? If I had such a status, I'd definitely choose a partner from a similar background. You're struggling financially, without any influence, not even a stable job."Let's face reality, Sienna. We should look for partners who align with our social status."Sienna forced a bitter smile, her gaze falling as she sighed. Deep down, she knew Felix was speaking the truth. She shouldn't indulge in fantasies that weren't grounded in reality.Suddenly, Felix studied Sienna before speaking again, "Sienna, you're stunning and have an amazing physique. You'd be the ideal mistress for a wealthy or
Cole froze, his phone in his grip, his face registering pure shock. Mila too, had her expression hardened, a surge of anxiety knotting her insides. Without exchanging a word, the three of them left the room, rushing to the lounge to find Cameron. "Cameron, has Fenna taken Nate?" Mila's voice quivered with urgency. Cameron's eyes widened in shock. Without hesitation, he dialed Fenna's number. Seconds later, he lowered the phone with a pale expression and stuttered, "She's turned it off." In that instant, Cameron felt a dread deeper than anyone else. If Fenna had truly done something unethical, not only would she face legal consequences, but her life could also be at risk. No amount of influence could shield her from that. Taking a seat to steady herself, Mila asked after a moment of reflection, "Did you drive here?" Cameron nodded. "Yes. I drank, but Fenna didn't. I was counting on her to drive me home." "Where's your car?" Without a second thought, Cameron dashed o
As Mila and the group approached the motel, the receptionist whispered, "Looks like we've got more police coming." A police officer inquired, "What do you mean?" Pointing toward the elevator, the receptionist explained, "Someone called the police, and the manager just took a few police upstairs." Not waiting for more, the police pressed, "Did a woman named Fenna check in tonight with an intoxicated man?" Before the receptionist could respond, Mila and Cameron moved past the police, heading straight for the elevator to check the floor. It halted at the third floor. Mila pressed the button again, and soon, Cole and Phoebe joined them. "It's the third floor." The police from the front desk caught up, and together, they ascended to the third floor. Outside room 302, the earlier police officers were still knocking on the door. Cole pushed through impatiently and stated, "Stop knocking. Break it down, I'll cover the cost." As soon as he finished his words, he kicked the d