Semua Bab You Watched Me Break, Now Watch Me Rise: Bab 541 - Bab 550

Harold breathed a sigh of relief."Your handwriting needs practice," James said as he stood up.Harold made a face of utter despair. "I hate practicing handwriting.""It's normal to dislike it," James replied calmly.He then picked up a pen and wrote "James" in bold, flowing strokes, right next to Harold's name in the book. His handwriting was elegant and spirited, much like the man himself.Some people were brilliance personified, and they couldn't help but shine on others.Harold's gaze shifted from James' handwriting to his face. "How long will I have to practice before I can write like this?""You'll be able to do it when you've truly made up your mind," James answered, reaching out to ruffle Harold's hair before turning to leave.Harold turned his head, his eyes following James as he walked away.…When James pushed open the next room's door, Esther was already asleep.Maya gathered the clothes Esther had changed out of and quietly left the room.James reached out and

The words caught in Damien's throat, reduced to a murmur only he could hear. He watched as James called for the doctor and had Timothy's cast removed.Timothy jumped and bounced around joyfully. His foot had only been sprained during soccer and had never needed a cast in the first place. In other words, Damien had used him.Damien watched Timothy walk toward him with his suit jacket in hand. Suddenly, he felt too ashamed to face either Beverly or Timothy."Daddy, Mommy said she'll take me, Harry, and Este to Cosmic Park this weekend," Timothy chirped happily as he grabbed Damien's hand.Damien gently ruffled Timothy's hair, his heart heavy with guilt. Afraid of meeting James' inscrutable dark gaze, he didn't dare look back at the hospital room when he left.James had seen right through his clumsy scheme, as though he were omnipotent, leaving Damien unnerved and fearful.Was there really no chance for him and Beverly? Damien simply couldn't accept that.On the way home, Timothy t

Beverly turned over, almost tumbling from the hospital bed. But James reached out and pulled her securely into his arms. As the water bottle clattered to the floor, he covered her ears with his hands.James glanced at Wendell, who was cleaning up the mess, and the latter immediately retreated from the room.Beverly clung to James' waist. She was still asleep but restless.James placed a hand on her back, his eyes darkening. She had been terribly frightened.Even at this hour, the noise and commotion from outside continued, with family members streaming in and out.After helping Beverly up, James took off her hospital gown and changed her into the clean dress he had brought. Then, he lifted her into his arms and carried her out of the room.At the far end of the corridor, a man was being forced to his knees by Ramon. Beside him lay an identical bottle of water.Moments later, in the car, Beverly nestled in James' arms, her face buried in the crook of his neck. She nuzzled against

Evan's hand hovered in the air for two seconds before he withdrew it.Anna and Beverly continued discussing their collaboration for the defense network. To protect Skyscape Tech's interests, Anna stood her ground and conceded almost nothing.Dish after dish of Alterran cuisine was served, and even though Anna gave her a hard time, Beverly remained in high spirits and had a good appetite. Her preferences, too, hadn't changed.Evan sat quietly, watching Beverly. It felt as though time had turned back, and they had returned to how things used to be. Beverly had forgotten his affair with Cindy. He suddenly thought it was for the best.At the Dawson estate, she hadn't refused his help either. He had rescued her from the snake pit, and she had even thanked him. Moreover, she hadn't declined his invitation for a meal earlier.And now, he was sitting at the same table with her. In the near future, they might even laugh and talk together again. Not to mention, she had borne children only f

The security guard stared at Beverly for a few seconds but showed no intention of letting her through."How can you prove you're Chief Bronson's wife?" he asked coldly."I—" Beverly stamped her foot in frustration. "Where's Wendell?""Mr. Cooper is unavailable."The security guard's gaze remained fixed on Beverly, intense and wary. His stern face, close-cropped hair, and the frightening scar on his forehead stood out, while his muscular frame strained against his uniform, making him appear truly intimidating."I have photos." Beverly quickly pulled out her phone, trying to find a picture of her and James together.Her fingers trembled slightly as she swiped through the screen, but all she found were photos of Esther, either alone or with her, and none of James.Suddenly, she grabbed the security guard's arm. "I really am James' wife!"The security guard flinched and took a step back, then brushed his sleeve where Beverly had touched him with an almost exaggerated disgust."You