"Alright." She hugged him hard.His cologne filled her nostrils.She breathed in deeply, suddenly feeling reluctant to leave.It wasn't because she didn't want to leave Lewis. It was because she couldn't bear to part with the place she'd studied and lived in for more than ten years. This had become her second home.Afraid that Lewis would catch on to her sentiment, she hurriedly let go and turned away.Lewis stared at her back and said calmly, "You can cry if you want to. It's not embarrassing."Wendy denied it. "I don't want to cry. You do."It was so obvious she was holding back her tears that even Larissa couldn't bear it. She wrapped her arm around her shoulders."Just let it out. It's alright," she said."I don't want to cry!" Because of their words, Wendy was actually feeling something now. "Let's stop chatting around and go. People are watching."She waved at Lewis and said, "Goodbye, Lewis."Lewis pursed his lips slightly and said, "Goodbye."…Larissa had sent Kev

Kevan looked up and locked eyes with Larissa. "Come here." He reached out for her and spoke in a very soft voice. Larissa went over to hold his hand tightly. His hand was cold as usual, and it was actually colder as the thermostat in the hall was not turned on.Larissa said nothing, and she did not ask either. She only straightened up and stood next to Kevan. Together, they accepted the respects paid by the guests.Kevan's network of connections was too big. There were so many guests that the funeral service only officially ended by the evening.Larissa had stood with Kevan for a very long time, and she was wearing heels. Moreover, she had not drunk any water at all through the service, but she did not feel terrible.It was likely because the pain she felt mentally was greater than the pain she felt physically, so her whole body was numb."Will you keep vigil tonight?" Larissa asked Kevan.Bethany's body would be buried tomorrow. It would be placed here tonight.Kevan

In order to carry this insane amount of cash, Kevan drove a huge SUV. Of course, he informed the police of everything he did, and the police said that they would support him as best as they could.At 9:00 am, Kevan's car arrived at the gates of the resort. Although it was said to be the "gates", it was really just an arch without any doors. Anyone could easily enter and leave. There were several villas built in the resort, and they were all empty. Cody was hiding in one of them.Cody got Kevan to drive all the way to the villa area, and park the car at the entrance before putting an approximate distance of 330 feet away from the car. Kevan did as he was told, and Cody was able to see everything that Kevan did from his hiding place.After almost half an hour, Kevan only saw Cody appear from one of the villas with Bethany at knifepoint in his arms. Even though they were already 330 feet apart, the reflection of the sun off Cody's knife was really obvious. He had the knife placed

Kevan was silent for a moment, but he was still unable to make a decision. "We'll talk about it tomorrow."…Larissa missed Aster. She only ordered two burgers at a roadside stall before telling Kevan to quickly drive to the Rogers' villa. When they got there, it was past 9:00 pm. The villa's lights were still on, and it seemed no one was asleep.Kevan did not call Violet, so when the nanny opened the door to see him, she was very surprised. "Young Mr. Rogers, why are you here at this time?"Kevan asked, "Is Aster asleep?"The nanny shook her head. "Not yet! Mrs. Rogers was not in a good mood today, so Mr. Aster stayed with her for the whole day. After they finished dinner, they went into the study to draw. They have not left the room yet."Kevan nodded. "I understand." He led Larissa upstairs to the study.Violet and Aster were both lying on the table. Both of them had paintbrushes in their hands. When they heard the door opening, they looked up together."Daddy! Mommy!" Whe

At some point, it began to rain lightly. No one brought umbrellas, so they all hurriedly ran to their cars to hide from the rain. Anthony also pulled Violet away with him. Only Kevan stood there without moving."Kevan?" Anthony turned back to call him. "Aren't you leaving?"Kevan stared at Bethany's name on the gravestone as he said softly, "I want to stay for a little while longer."Anthony knew that Kevan was feeling bad, so he did not try to change his mind. He only said, "Don't stay out for too long. The weather is not good today. The rain will only be heavier soon."After everyone had left, Kevan only stepped forward and crouched before Bethany's grave. He reached out to touch Bethany's beautifully carved name in the stone as he said guiltily, "I'm sorry, Bethany."I don't hope that you'll forgive me, but you must be happy while you're up there. If there's a next life, remember to go to a normal family and find parents who'll really love you. Goodbye."He hoped they would ne