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Chapter 11

Oscar's assistant wasted no time and immediately launched a full investigation. Soon, a detailed report was delivered to him.The report did more than just confirm Lucy's testimony. It uncovered even more of Stella's malicious deeds.As Oscar skimmed through the pages, his hands began to tremble with fury. He passed the report to the Websters, who turned deathly pale as they scanned the lines, looking as though they had just been struck by lightning.It turned out that Stella had stolen Holly's credits and arranged for bullies to torment the latter over their school years. No wonder there had been a period when Holly often came home covered in injuries.Instead of paying attention to her wounds, they had chided her for getting into fights and being a disgrace compared to Stella, the perfect elder sister.The most chilling revelation was when Stella had once hired beggars to assault Holly. If Holly hadn't managed to escape in time, the beggars would have succeeded.Most heinous of

Chapter 12

When Oscar realized he couldn't get through to Holly's phone, he mobilized every connection he had and nearly turned the entire Burbank upside down. Yet, there was still no trace of her.Exhaustion and anxiety filled his eyes. Every failed search felt like another blade twisting into his chest.The Websters were equally frantic. They stayed by the phone day and night, hoping for Holly's news.Mary spent her days weeping and drowning in reproachful guilt. "This is all our fault for driving Holly away. If only we'd seen through Stella's schemes sooner and treated Holly better, she wouldn't have left us."Frank's expression was etched with regret. His once upright posture had collapsed into a weary stoop overnight, and the vigor he once carried vanished and was replaced by the hard worry of a father for his daughter.Like a madman, Colin roamed the streets and asked everyone he met if they had seen Holly, but he was always met with the disappointing answer—no.As time passed, their

Chapter 13

Frank's and Colin's eyes were filled with guilt and excitement as they stepped forward.Oscar stood off to one side and watched Holly in heavy silence. He had a thousand words crowding his mind, but he wasn't sure where to begin. He knew that their mistakes had caused her immense suffering, and he feared that drawing too close might hurt her more.Holly frowned and couldn't understand their sudden transformation. Her expression cooled as she pushed Mary away and said, "I think you've made a mistake. Look carefully. I'm Holly Webster, not the precious daughter you've always cherished, Stella Webster."At her words, the group felt their hearts wrench in pain.Colin could no longer hold back. Grabbing her wrist, he told her how they had uncovered Stella's schemes over the years, and now, they knew the truth about everything Holly had endured. He spoke with a voice cracked by remorse, and his eyes were rimmed red as he explained how they finally understood that the one they should tr

Chapter 14

Holly turned and walked away, not bothering to give the group a second glance. But the Websters and Oscar arrived with a plan that if Holly wouldn't forgive them, they would simply stay until she did. So, when she left, they followed.When Holly returned home, Jessica Winslow, who was waiting at the door, immediately stepped forward to greet her."Holly, you're back! William made your favorite honey-glazed ribs, and I've washed all the cherries you love. We've all been waiting for you."Look at you, out there painting without a proper jacket. Aren't you freezing?"Your brother's been pacing nonstop. If you'd stayed out much longer, I think he would've scoured every inch of the island to find you."Holly smiled faintly. Just as she was about to respond, a tall, strikingly handsome man, Alder Caldwell, stepped out from behind Jessica."I thought I told you that Holly isn't allowed to call me her brother anymore. I never said I wanted us to be siblings."The words instantly made Ho

Chapter 15

Overjoyed, the Websters and Oscar helped Mary into the house.After being fed some candy, she slowly regained consciousness and looked around. The first thing she did was to grab Holly's hand."You've finally let us in, Holly. Does this mean you've forgiven us?"Holly sharply pulled her hand away. "No, I haven't. I only let you in because I didn't want you dying at my doorstep."The light in Mary's eyes instantly dimmed, while Frank and Colin hung their heads in shame.Oscar, however, looked up with bloodshot and red-rimmed eyes. "Holly, I know the hurt I caused was too deep for an easy apology, so it's only natural you don't forgive me yet, but I'm not giving up. "I'll stay on this island forever and wait until the day you're ready to forgive me again."Holly looked up to meet his gaze. "Don't you think that sounds ridiculous, Mr. Moss? You're the heir to the Moss family, but are you going to give up everything just to stay on this island for me?""Yes!"She had hoped the qu

Chapter 16

Suddenly, a thought struck Holly, and she turned to look at the Caldwells. "William, Jessica… I've heard that the wealthiest family in the world also goes by the last name Caldwell…"The Caldwells exchanged a look, their eyes softening with warmth. Finally, Alder reached out and dotingly ruffled her hair."We didn't mean to keep it from you, but the Caldwell name attracts a lot of unwanted attention. You might have saved us, but you were a total stranger to us, so we couldn't reveal our true identities."But yes, you're right. We're the wealthiest Caldwell family."Holly was too stunned for words. She never imagined that the people she rescued by chance would turn out to be members of such a powerful family.She quickly took a few steps back. "William, Jessica… I saved you because I didn't know who you were. If I'd known, I never would've agreed to be your goddaughter."Now that you're safe at home, I should probably leave."She turned to leave, but just after taking a single st

Chapter 17

Meanwhile, the Websters and Oscar racked their brains and tried everything they could think of to win Holly's forgiveness.Every day, Frank and Mary handwrote long letters of apology, recalling fragments of Holly's childhood and pouring out their regret. Then, they would have the letters delivered to the Caldwell residence.Colin asked around about her preferences and carefully selected precious gifts. Soon, the gates of the Caldwell residence were piled high with packages meant to move her heart.Oscar went even further to mobilize all his connections and gather rare treasures from around the world, each accompanied by heartfelt letters confessing his love and repentance.Still, Holly remained unmoved. She set aside the letters and gifts without bothering to give them a single glance. The harm in the past had frozen her heart, so such superficial gestures no longer moved her as easily. Her new life with the Caldwells was fulfilling and joyful. The love and care they gave her slo

Chapter 18

Moments later, the Websters and Oscar rushed into the warehouse as well.Mary took in the scene and collapsed to the ground, sobbing uncontrollably. "My daughter! Stella, how could you do this?"Frank's eyes burned with fury as he glared at Stella and snapped, "You're a monster for committing such an atrocity, Stella! How could the Websters have raised a demon like you?"Oscar had guilt and panic written over his face. His gaze never left the knife in Stella's hand, for fear that her one sudden movement would hurt Holly."Stella," he softly called out. "If you want someone to blame, come at me and let Holly go. She's innocent."Stella looked at their reactions with a twisted smile spreading across her face. She brandished the knife and manically shrieked, "Innocent? She stole everything from me, my family, and the love of my life!"A glint of malice flashed in her eyes before she looked around at everyone present and roared, "Fine! Since you all care about her so much, then kneel

Chapter 19

By the time the rescue team arrived, the warehouse was in ruins. Everyone had thrown themselves over Holly to shield her.Protected beneath them all, she sustained the lightest injuries. Next came the Websters and Oscars, while the Caldwells, who had protected Holly most desperately, were the most seriously injured.Holly clutched them and broke down in raw, agonizing screams. "William, Jessica, Alder! Wake up!"They were rushed to the hospital. All three Caldwells had suffered massive internal bleeding, so they urgently needed blood transfusions.Holly immediately stepped forward to donate, but her blood type didn't match.Seeing her anguish, Oscar stepped forward and bitterly said, "My blood type… matches Alder's."Right after him, the Websters followed. "Ours match Mr. and Mrs. Caldwell's."As their blood slowly filled the collection bags at the blood donation station, the Websters and Oscar stood and watched in silence, feeling a tangled mess of emotions.Not far away, Holl

Chapter 20

Three days later, a shocking piece of news rocked Burbank. Frank and Mary had personally sent their eldest daughter, Stella, into prison.The decision had been an agonizing struggle for them. As they watched the officers lead Stella away, Mary collapsed in tears and buried her face in her hands, while Frank's expression was grim. His eyes were full of helplessness and resolve.They had once doted on Stella and never imagined she would end up walking down such a path of no return.When Holly heard the news, she felt a complex swirl of emotions, but the feelings were fleeting. From the moment she had decided to walk away, she had vowed that her life would no longer be tethered to the Websters or Oscar.The Caldwells' health steadily improved following their discharge from the hospital. One day, Alder approached Holly with a mysterious smile and said he wanted to take her somewhere.Curious, she followed him to a garden transformed into a dreamlike wonderland. Flowers bloomed in ev

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