LOGINCharlie’s eyes were cool and distant.
A faint crease appeared between his brows.
A wave of irritation rippled through him—not because of who the woman was, but because someone would dare block his way with such rude, presumptuous confidence.
He had always disliked people who thought they were clever.
“Hello,” he said, his tone polite only out of habit.
Then he stepped past her, clearly unwilling to engage any further. The chill of his
Denise patted his cheek with a motherly air. "Mike is the best boy. Auntie knows you're smart, and you'd never do anything foolish."Mike didn't move.His hand, hanging at his side, slowly clenched into a fist. He returned her a shallow smile.Denise didn't miss the unwillingness in his eyes.This was normal.This was *exactly* how it should be.If he completely submitted now, if he was that easily dealt with, it would seem too fake… Taming a wild wolf cub always took time.She lowered her hand and walked towards a patch of flowerbeds glistening with dew. While fiddling with the delicate pistils, she asked, "I heard you were kidnapped with them? Tell me in detail about your journey to Edward's place. How were you seized by those people? And how were you rescued on that yacht? Tell me all the details again, from your perspective.""Alright."Mike agreed.His tone was calm and his words were organized. He rec
"You could have contacted her! You could have pleaded for my daughter! You could have told me when she was kidnapped! But you did nothing!""You just stood by, watching my daughter get hurt!""What, that bitch can give you more benefits? You're not afraid of offending me, or me coming after you later?"Her gaze was like a blade dipped in poison, every word hitting him right in the vitals.Dante’s expression was a little panicked.He knew Denise's methods – she went straight for the kill, ruthless and cunning.He explained, "It's a misunderstanding! She only called me once, saying it was the headquarters' intention, arranging for her to secretly test promising new blood for recruitment. I had no idea what she was going to do.""Besides, you say I didn't contact her? I really don't have her contact information. That phone number was canceled after that call.""We're all in the same business association. I don't want t
She settled into a chair positioned between the two hospital beds.Her gaze darted back and forth, a frown etching itself onto her face. "How am I going to explain this to Grandma and Dad later? Belinda's target was me, and I'm perfectly fine, but my two sisters ended up like this."Edward reached out and patted her shoulder. "This isn't your fault."Candice shook her head, self-reproach coloring her voice. "No, it is. This was a completely senseless disaster for them. They were shielding me from harm. I may not like them, but I never wanted them to end up like this."A single tear escaped and trickled down her cheek.Charlie stepped forward, leaning down to gently wipe it away. "No one wanted this to happen, but it did. Instead of guilt and self-blame, why not do something for them? I'll be with you every step of the way."Candice, moved, threw herself into h
"Well, isn't this a free-for-all?"Charlie chuckled.Heads turned in the room.Inside and outside the room, several people looked at each other, then at others... for a fleeting moment, the air vibrated with an indescribable weirdness.The group entered the sickroom.Charlie and Candice moved towards the bedside.Ollie's gaze, seemingly casually, flicked to the hand Jerry still had latched onto Edward's arm....That one glance made Jerry feel like his hand was about to be severed.Candice stood at the foot of the bed, looking at the eyes-closed, no-longer-struggling Gabrielle. "Did the doctor examine her? What did he say?"Kyle looked up, his tone even. "She refused to let the doctor examine her. She was struggling too violently. Mr. Lawrence and I were afraid of causing further injury. The doctor saw that there was no blood seeping from the bandage, so he hung up a few bottles of pain-killing and anti-inflammatory fluid
Candice remained unmoved.She continued to stare at him with a chilly gaze for a moment, then pushed a small cake, which she had thoroughly mangled with her fork, towards him. “Scared? Have a little cake to calm your nerves.”Charlie still had a hint of amusement in his eyes, his tone laced with difficulty. “...Candice ah...”Candice slammed her hand on the table. “Eat it!”Her eyes glared, fierce enough to bite someone, her chest rising and falling slightly.She was truly angry.Charlie abandoned his attempt to brush it off with a casual attitude, his expression turning serious.In the corner, the schadenfreude on Ollie’s face was practically overflowing.He was extremely curious how his brother, who was cold in both heart and face, always carrying himself with an air of absolute superiority towards everyone, would handle this situation with his girlfriend.He turned his head, openly watching.He saw his big brother, who usually acted like he was cultivating the path of detachment fr
A roar of anger exploded alongside the sounds of impact.The ocean churned into monstrous waves…Meanwhile.Charlie and his group finally made it back to the cruise ship.As they pushed open the doors to the main hall, every single guest inside stared with wide eyes… They're back??!These people were gathered here under the pretense of proving their innocence, but in reality, they were being monitored and confined. The doors were heavily guarded, and the moment anyone picked up their phone, a warning glare would sweep across the room. They were completely cut off from any news, utterly clueless about how things were unfolding.Just moments ago, everyone was discussing how the kidnapped individuals were likely already gone.After a brief moment of stunned silence."They're back!""Thank goodness, thank heaven!""Mr. Clemens, what method did you use to rescue them? You're incredible!"…
“Dad, I heard you and Mom came back home. I specially asked someone to find this orchid for you. I’m sure you’ll like it. Please take a look—”“Get lost! Our family has nothing to do with you anymore!”…Candice froze.Listening to the exchange outside, she was completely numb.She stood there torn
The sunlight outside the car was intense.Inside the car, no amount of air conditioning could cool down the heated gaze directed at her.Her heart began to race under his watchful eyes.Charlie was amused by the way her face flushed. He reached over and pinched her cheek.
Charlie: "To be exact, it was my mom who made her leave."Candice: "..."Charlie caressed her soft waist and pulled her onto his lap, his eyes sparkling like stars in the dark night. "She has to prepare to welcome her future daughter-in-law."Candice's breathing quickened.
Charlie’s expression was filled with confusion.He knew it was unlikely, but he asked anyway, hoping to hear the real reason behind James's actions. The scene made sense and was natural, leaving no excuses for the other party.“You must have already guessed,” James smiled.As they walked toward the







