"She was in love with your status as the second young master of the Sterling family, not you. Because you were young and idealistic at the time, wanting to be her savior, you were blinded by her," Bridget said, sighing. "Of course, it's partly my fault too. I shouldn't have opposed it so vehemently, which only fueled your rebelliousness. She couldn't marry into our family, so she turned to someone else. When that didn't work out, she turned to you again. To be honest, I kind of admire her decisiveness." Eli chuckled. "That sounds a bit hypocritical coming from you."Bridget said, "She was a young lady with such clear goals and determination, so can't she be considered talented? But unfortunately, you weren't after talent; you were after love. She used false affection to cover her ambitions, stepping on you to climb higher. How could I tolerate her?""By your logic, would you have approved if she had wholeheartedly stayed with me back then?" Eli asked."That wouldn't have worked. I

Eli pressed his temple. "Speak.""It just rained heavily outside," Amy said.Eli glanced out the window. He had been thinking about Tanya and almost didn't notice. Now, it was almost time to get off work.Tanya didn't have a car. When it rained, what did she usually do? Would she hitch a ride with a colleague or take public transportation?He was pondering when the voice on the phone continued, not ready to hang up yet."If you have something else, spit it out," he said impatiently."Can I say a second thing?""Say it!"Amy cleared her throat and said, "Ms. Moran probably can't hitch a ride with colleagues because half an hour ago, I sent away all her colleagues who have cars. Now that it's raining heavily, she can only take the bus or the train, but she doesn't have an umbrella because I had someone take her umbrella five minutes ago. So, if she wants to go home, she'll probably have to brave the rain to get to the bus stop!"After finishing, she quickly hung up the phone. Be

The bathroom was designed to separate the wet and dry areas. The small shower area was enclosed by glass on two sides, and steam rose, blurring everything inside.When the cool porcelain tiles touched her back, Tanya shivered. Eli noticed and wrapped his arm around, keeping her back from touching the tiles.The slightly hot water sprayed down like rain, blurring their vision. As their bodies pressed against each other, their warmth gradually surpassed the temperature of the water, becoming hotter.At a critical moment, Tanya breathed heavily, pushing the man's shoulders down and leaning her head against his collarbone. Eli's Adam's apple rolled as he gently stroked her back.After a silent moment, he said, "That day, Rico stopped Soraya, and I went to rescue her."In the sound of rushing water, Tanya rubbed against his collarbone and made a sound.The man lowered his head, kissed her flushed face, and said, "She got into trouble with Rico because of me. If I didn't go, I wouldn't

Eli liked Tanya. He was clear about that in his heart.Eli had never been shy in front of anyone in his entire life. This silly girl, did she have to expose him like that? Couldn't she save him some pride?He pulled her back onto the bed, like a dragon coiling around its most beloved treasure, as he held her in his arms.Tanya had no intention of working anymore, leaning in his embrace. She became even more lost in thought. Even though their shower gel had the same scent, it seemed different when it was on him.Eli leaned his face toward her neck, closed his eyes, and deeply breathed. Suddenly, he said, "I've completely cut ties with Soraya."Tanya stared at the small sleep lamp on the opposite side, feeling dazed. After a while, she curled up under the blanket. "I see."Eli said, "You're acting quite aloof."She fell silent."Didn't you ask me before how long I plan to be with you this time?" he said near her neck, his breath falling lightly and tickling her.She responded wi

Tanya had seriously considered not moving in with Eli."This house is already quite expensive. If I work harder and get lucky, I might be able to buy it someday." Sitting at the marble bar counter, Tanya ate apple pie and continued, "But I'll never be able to afford your house in my lifetime."Eli understood. She didn't want to rely too much on him; to put it plainly, she still didn't fully trust him. He could understand that. He had made poor choices before, and it was a miracle that she gave him another chance.Looking around the not-too-big-not-too-small place, it was actually quite nice. Despite having a lot of stuff, it was all neatly arranged. And for some reason, now that he had returned, he felt more attached to this humble abode."The throw pillows on the sofa are new?" He found them pleasing to the eye.Tanya paused her milk-drinking motion and mumbled, "Mm." Thet were from his office."Not bad.""Yeah."'Of course, they weren't bad; they were your taste.'The more