Caroline blinked in disbelief. In a flash, she understood. She quickly grabbed her phone and dialed Reuben's number. "Yes, Ms. Shenton?" Caroline asked urgently, "Did Mr. Jordan pay for my mother's medical bills?" Reuben responded, "Yes, Mr. Jordan didn't want me to tell you. He transferred 140,000 dollars into your mother's account as soon as he arrived at the hospital yesterday." Upon receiving the confirmation, Caroline immediately dialed Evan's number. "Mr. Jordan, where are you?" Evan's tone remained cold. "What do you want?" "I will return your 140,000 dollars to you!" Caroline declared firmly. Evan sneered dismissively. "Come to Villa Rosa." With that, he abruptly ended the call. Caroline held onto her phone, deep in thought. After a moment, she made up her mind and headed out of the hospital. * When she arrived at Villa Rosa, Caroline stepped into the darkened villa. She searched around the wall for the light switch. Before she could reach it, a famili
Daniella extended her hand toward Evan's phone, ready to pass it to him. However, as she glanced at the caller ID displaying Caroline's name, a glimmer of coldness flickered in her eyes. She hesitated briefly, then swiftly ended the call and slipped the phone back into Evan's coat, feigning nonchalance. Meanwhile, Caroline remained frozen in place, her mind reeling, as she witnessed the abrupt termination of the call. Was he too occupied to answer? With determination, Caroline clenched her teeth and hailed a taxi to make her way to the casino. She desperately hoped Evan would return her call. * An hour passed. Caroline stepped out of the car and stood at the entrance of the opulent casino. Determined, she made her way through the bustling lobby, seeking directions that led her to Room 02. Taking a deep breath, she gathered her courage and pushed open the door. As the door creaked open, a pungent combination of smoke and the scent of blood assaulted her senses. Sever
Evan kicked open the door of Room 02.Caroline's bloodied and swollen face trapped beneath a bald person ignited a blazing fury within Evan. His intense black eyes exuded a bloodthirsty and ruthless aura, chilling to the bone.He marched toward the bald man and effortlessly kicked him aside. Snatching a nearby wine bottle, he viciously smashed it against the man's head.His chilling presence, akin to the God of Death descending, silenced everyone present.No one dared to intervene as Reuben shattered the surrounding wine bottles and approached Evan with a coat.Evan turned around and draped his coat over Caroline's battered body. As he wrapped Caroline in his embrace, he noticed tears streaming down her cheeks. His heart unconsciously skipped a beat.He tightened his embrace, commanding Reuben in a cold tone, "Destroy him!"Reuben nodded, saying, "With pleasure, Mr. Jordan." Meanwhile, Daniella stood at the door in utter disbelief. She watched as Evan carried Caroline past h
"How do you explain yourself?" Evan's voice boomed above Caroline her, dripping with cold sarcasm. She offered a bitter smile. How else could she possibly explain it?The surveillance video had clearly been manipulated, but she lacked any evidence to prove it."Say something!" His angry roar made her involuntarily tremble.Overwhelmed by a profound sense of injustice, she helplessly closed her eyes. "What else can I say?"Her indifferent response only fueled his frustration and annoyance.She always responded this way. Whenever she couldn't defend herself, she would surrender, leaving herself at the mercy of others.She had done the same in the surveillance video, as well as now, standing in front of him.Disgusted, he averted his gaze and issued a cold warning. "From now on, you are not permitted to leave the villa, except for work."Caroline looked up at him in disbelief. "Who are you to take away my freedom?""I am your superior!" With those words, Evan stormed out and sl
Caroline gazed helplessly at his dignified and handsome face. Unable to find a way to break through their discussion about money, she decided to shift the conversation to a different topic."Aren't you concerned that Daniella would be hurt or angry if she found out about all this?" she asked cautiously, studying his expression.Regrettably, he replied with a stoic expression, "That's not your concern."*The next day at eight o'clock in the office, Caroline excused herself to use the restroom while Evan was in a meeting. She accidentally bumped into Daniella, who was washing her hands.Caroline quickly averted her gaze after glancing at Daniella, but Daniella smiled and remarked, "Ms. Shenton, you're quite dedicated. Coming to work even after being beaten up so severely."Caroline's hand stiffened. Was Daniella present that night? Could it be that Evan rejected the call because of Daniella's presence?With a composed expression, she replied, "Ms. Love, please refrain from me
Lily immediately went to greet him. "Mr. Jordan, welcome back." Evan handed his coat to her. "Where is she?" Lily replied, "Ms. Shenton just went upstairs. She didn't eat much. It seems like she's in a bad mood." Evan furrowed his brows. He hadn't even asked her why she pushed Daniella, yet she was already in a sour mood.Glancing at the nearly untouched dishes on the table, he ascended the stairs with a cold expression and knocked on the door without much emotion.Shortly after, Caroline opened the door. Observing the cold man standing outside, she asked nonchalantly, "Mr. Jordan, is there something I can assist you with?"Evan grew irritated at her distant demeanor. "Shouldn't you provide me with an explanation?" he questioned.Caroline kept her gaze lowered. "I don't know what you're talking about."Evan narrowed his eyes. "Caroline, stop asking the obvious and testing my patience!" However, Caroline chuckled. Suddenly, she lifted her head and stared directly at him. "W
"Wait!" Alex quickly stopped Caroline as she was about to end the call.He calmly lied, "Reuben can't make it due to some issues."Silence enveloped Caroline before she responded, "Alright, send me the address."Twenty minutes later, Caroline stepped out of the car at the entrance of Wild Sides.Both Alex and Lucas were waiting at the club's entrance, supporting Evan, whose head was hanging low.Caroline furrowed her brow as she approached. When she noticed the peculiar redness on Evan's handsome face, she confirmed that he was indeed drunk.However, she was just 170 centimeters tall. How could she support Evan, who stood at 190 centimeters?Alex pushed Evan into her arms and asked, "Ms. Shenton, did you meet the woman Evan has been searching for?" Lowering her gaze, Caroline replied, "Yes, I did."Alex smiled and said, "It's likely because of her that Evan resorted to drinking tonight, though I'm uncertain of the exact reason. Please take him home and take good care of him."
After settling at the dining table, Lily served Caroline a bowl of freshly cooked mushroom soup.Upon seeing the yellow and greasy layer on the soup, Caroline felt a wave of nausea wash over her.Overwhelmed by the intense feeling, she hurriedly made her way to the restroom.Lily was left speechless, witnessing the scene unfold before her. However, soon, a joyful expression appeared on her face.When Caroline returned, her complexion pale, Lily smiled and asked, "Ms. Shenton, is your period late?" Caroline weakly lifted the teacup from the table. "My period is never on time."Lily spoke up, "If my guess is correct, Ms. Shenton, you might be pregnant."Caroline's hand froze suddenly, and she looked at Lily in shock. "Pregnant?"Lily nodded. "Yes, I'll help you get a pregnancy test kit later. You'll have clarity after taking the test."Caroline managed a bitter smile. "Lily, Evan and I always use protection. Maybe my body isn't feeling well lately. It's unlikely that I'm pregna