Semua Bab No Longer Theirs: The One They Can't Replace: Bab 251 - Bab 260

Ezekiel had shoved the spoon too far into Winter's mouth.He wasn't inexperienced when it came to taking care of others. After all, he had practically raised Alistair on his own.But with Winter, he couldn't help feeling a little on edge, unsure of exactly how to act.Winter's tender lips brushed against his rough fingers. They seemed to cling to his fingertips before winding their way into his heart.A faint, almost imperceptible desire stirred in him.Winter couldn't hold it in and began coughing."Sorry, I went too deep." Ezekiel paused, his Adam's apple moving slightly.Winter's face reddened with each cough. She shook her head quickly. "It's okay…"Standing by the door, George's cheeks turned bright red. He couldn't believe he was overhearing their conversation for free."I've tried the dishes from The Sovereign Grill before, but this soup tastes a little different… Did you get a new chef?" Winter asked, savoring the fresh flavor lingering in her mouth.Ezekiel lowered h

Florence continued, "Jessica wants the world to see that she's the one you cherish most. She wants them to know that her place as Mrs. Stroud is unquestionable!""Grandma, aren't you blowing this out of proportion?" Joshua frowned, disbelief darkening his expression. "You may dislike Jessica, but there's no reason to paint her as some kind of villain. It's only a hairpin—""Only a hairpin?" Florence staggered to her feet, her eyes blazing with fury. "If it had been anything else, I wouldn't have said a word. But of all things, it had to be a hairpin!"Do you even know what a hairpin represents? It's a token of love between husband and wife!"Joshua's expression stiffened. At the time, his mind had been consumed with anger toward Winter. Knowing Jessica liked the hairpin, he had given it to her without hesitation. He had been unaware of its deeper significance."In ancient times, when a man offered a hairpin to the woman he adored, it was a pledge to dedicate his entire life to her

Suddenly, Sasha felt a chill run down her neck.As a professional bodyguard, she was always alert, every sense finely tuned to her surroundings.Her eyes snapped open. Faster than her mind could process, her hands shot out, gripping the man's shoulders in front of her.With a swift motion, she flipped him over, pinning him to the couch. Her hands closed around his neck like a vice.Now on top, Sasha got a clear view of the man's flushed face. Her breath caught."M-Mr. Thorne?""Damn it… let… go!" Blake gasped, nearly on the verge of passing out.Sasha released him instantly, but her hips were still pressed against his muscular torso.Blake seized the opportunity. Without a word, he flipped her over, pinning her beneath him.His left hand trapped her slender wrists high above her head, while his right hand clamped around her fair neck.His fingers tightened slowly. The lethal fire in his eyes seemed ready to burn Sasha's pale face."Sassypants… I've shown you plenty of mercy.

Winter always seemed busy. She never wore makeup; her hair was often pulled into a loose, messy bun, held together by Terence's pencil.Her beauty was natural, effortless, and unpretentious.At the time, Joshua hadn't noticed her charm at all. To him, she looked messy and unkempt, lacking even a hint of the elegance expected of Mrs. Stroud.Beneath Jessica's post, the comment section exploded with responses."Wow! Isn't that the same hairpin Joshua bought at the Platinum Auction a few days ago for 220 million dollars? Looks like Jessica was meant to have it from the start!""I can't believe she'd wear something that expensive on her head. Her confidence is unreal!""To a tycoon like Joshua, that amount is insignificant. What really matters is what the hairpin represents. Isn't he basically making things official with Jessica?""Come on! That's two million dollars' worth of jewelry sitting on another woman's head. Mrs. Stroud must be completely heartbroken!""I'm sure Mrs. Strou

The orange was ripe, juicy, and sweet.Winter's spirits improved considerably.Leaning over, Ezekiel's broad shoulders seemed capable of enveloping Winter's delicate figure. His long arm slid around her neck. After taking a piece of the orange, he brought it to his mouth.Watching them from nearby, George couldn't help but think they looked like an old married couple. They seemed completely at ease in each other's company.Ezekiel chewed slowly. "Just this morning, someone went to the police and confessed to being the person who framed Mr. Iverson. They're now in custody."I expect word of this will travel fast online. Mr. Iverson's reputation should recover soon."Winter was stunned. "How did things suddenly—""Joshua's the mastermind," Ezekiel interrupted, a faint smile tugging at his lips. "Even now, he's doing everything he can to find you. I'm certain he feels guilty about your abduction. Saving your friend must have given him a sense of atonement.""Had it not been for hi