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Gida was so provoked that her throat tightened—and she spat out a mouthful of blood.But by then, Nicholas Taylor had already carried Nadia out and driven off."Wow. I just came to watch the drama. Didn't expect it to go this far."The café was nearly empty. Chloe Bishop quickly called for a waiter, shattering the café's peaceful atmosphere.Before she lost consciousness, Gida's eyes remained fixed on the door, muttering something about a fox spirit...Watching the ambulance take Gida away, Chloe Bishop couldn't help thinking of that saying: Every pitiful person has something hateful about them.She'd originally planned to send the video of the café scene to the group chat to celebrate, but now she wasn't in the mood.After helping Nadia into the car, Nicholas Taylor drove toward Green Lake Garden in the western part of the city, apologizing as he went. "Sorry about today. That was my fault."Nadia's eyes were red, and fresh tears slipped down her cheeks. "Nicholas, what am I supposed

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But Nora Fatehi was the undisputed goddess of the First Military Academy, and the male cadets weren't about to let some outsider like Nicholas Taylor desecrate their idol.So every time he showed up on campus, they made his life miserable.Back then, Nora Fatehi hadn't thought much of him—just another ordinary pursuer. She barely paid him any attention.Their first Valentine's Day together was, for him, a nightmare.He'd shown up at her dormitory with a bouquet of roses, waiting for her. But instead of Nora Fatehi, he ran into John—who'd just been rejected by her.John was a star at the academy back then: outstanding in every way, and the most favored among all her suitors.After being coldly turned down by Nora Fatehi, John turned around and saw Nicholas Taylor standing below her dorm, shouting her name with a giant bouquet in hand. He beat him to a pulp on the spot.When Nora Fatehi came down later, she almost didn't recognize him.She told him bluntly, "I don't like weak men. You ca

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John was referring to the time he'd been rejected by Nora Fatehi and, out of humiliation and anger, had beaten Nicholas Taylor to a pulp.Nora Fatehi stopped walking. "I'm divorced from him now."John froze, looking caught off guard. "Really? When?""Two days ago." She smiled lightly.John wasn't sure what to say. Words of comfort felt inadequate. Just then, a soldier approached them. "Major, it's time."John looked at Nora Fatehi. She smiled. "Go on. I should be going too."After saying goodbye to John, she didn't linger. On her way back to the hotel, she spotted him again—this time standing beside Seth Rollins and a few others she didn't recognize.Back at the hotel, evening had fallen. Gwen Grayson was insisting on hotpot, while little Joy wanted McDonald's.In the end, Gwen Grayson won.She convinced Joy that hotpot places had endless free fruit and snacks.After the meal, Gwen Grayson headed home, and Nora Fatehi took Joy to get a haircut. Joy's bangs had gotten too long and were

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Chloe Bishop: "She's got such class. That goddess-level beauty is seriously stunning—i definitely couldn't pull that off."Adam sighed wistfully. "This is so nice. It feels like we're back in the year we first met. Nora Fatehi, welcome back."Yes. Nora Fatehi had been lost for years, but now she had finally found her way back to who she truly was.Nora Fatehi felt as if something heavy that had been weighing on her heart had been cut away along with her long hair. Suddenly, she felt an unprecedented sense of lightness.Adam: "You guys should come hang out with me. I'll take you all on a trip around the world."Nora Fatehi: "Mr. Grayson would never allow that."Chloe Bishop: "Same."Gwen Grayson: "Same."Adam: "Oh please, I'm not married to him yet. I'm still a free woman. If I really want to go, he can't......"Gwen Grayson: "?"Chloe Bishop: "She's definitely been carried off by Mr. Grayson."Gwen Grayson went "ahh," then sent a string of sly laughing emoji’s.Chloe Bishop: "I really

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Setting down her phone, Chloe Bishop looked at the man who had just returned and walked over to him. "Have you eaten? There's still some of the wontons I made this morning."Xavier Grayson nodded. "Make me a bowl."Same as always—Chloe Bishop brought out the wontons, and Xavier Grayson had already showered, now dressed in a bathrobe.She sat down across from him, resting her smooth, delicate face on her hand as she watched him. Out of nowhere, she sighed, "The world is so big. I really want to go see it."Xavier Grayson ignored her completely.Silence said it all?Even without him saying a word, Chloe Bishop knew it wasn't happening. "I'm going to bed."She stood up, but Xavier Grayson looked up. "Wait."She turned to him. With an expressionless face, he said, "We're going back to the old manor tomorrow. Grandma might want us to stay a few days. Pack something tomorrow and we'll head over together after work.""Oh. Got it."Chloe Bishop nodded and went back to the room to sleep.In the

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They also had a shooting range—a large facility with plenty of fun activities. But since it was more of a personal hobby than a serious business, management had been lax. The place wasn't exactly thriving, but it managed to stay afloat. Now that Nora Fatehi had more time on her hands, she could devote more energy to her career. Since she hadn't yet decided on a new direction, she figured she'd focus on running the jewelry store and the shooting range properly. As for Joy, Nora Fatehi wasn't planning to send her back to school just yet. For now, the little girl would stay by her side. Fortunately, Nora Fatehi could handle things quickly—managing a few shops wasn't much of a burden, and she still had plenty of time to spend with Joy. At noon, Nora Fatehi invited Chloe Bishop and Gwen Grayson out for lunch and shared her idea with them. She wanted Adam to design a few custom pieces of jewelry for them to wear at the national ballroom dancing competition. If Chloe Bishop and Gwen Grays

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Caesor noticed Joy staring at him with her little face propped up in her hands, her eyes fixed on him without blinking. He flashed her a charming smile. "Little beauty, want Uncle to hold you?"Joy turned to Nora Fatehi excitedly. "Mom, can I?"Nora Fatehi often found herself caught between laughter and exasperation with her daughter, who had inherited a hopelessly flirtatious streak at such a young age.Back when Justin Taylor used to visit, Joy would cling to him and refuse to let anyone else hold her—all because he was good-looking.Nicholas Taylor used to get jealous over it all the time.Nora Fatehi smiled. "Of course."Though it was her first time meeting Caesor, there was something about this handsome young man that felt warm and familiar. She couldn't bring herself to feel the slightest bit of resistance.Caesor scooped the little girl into his arms and flipped open the menu. "Little beauty, you do the ordering. Whatever you pick, Uncle will eat.""Really? Then I want this, thi

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Nora Fatehi joked, "Too bad you're still in school—otherwise, I'd hire you to watch my kid. But with your caliber, you'd probably cost way too much."Caesor winked playfully. "If we became family, I could watch her for you every day. For free, too."Nora Fatehi knew he was teasing, so she laughed it off. "I don't think we have that kind of fate."But Caesor gave her a mysterious smile. "You never know."With that, he handed Joy back to Nora Fatehi, grabbed his backpack, and ruffled the little girl's hair. "I'm off. I'll come see you both again when I have time."Joy looked utterly reluctant, her little mouth pouting.Nora Fatehi waved at Caesor. He took a few steps, then turned back. "Sister-in-law, you're really beautiful."Nora Fatehi immediately corrected him. "What sister-in-law? You should call me sister."Caesor didn't explain. He just waved and strode off with breezy energy.After his figure disappeared, Joy tugged at Nora Fatehi's sleeve. "Mom, I really like that young uncle. W

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Nora Fatehi picked up the photo and pointed at the elegantly dressed middle-aged woman in it, smiling at Joy. "That's right—this is Grandma. Grandma gave birth to Mommy, and then Mommy gave birth to Joy."Joy tilted her little face up. "Mommy, tell me stories about when you were little!""Alright…"About an hour later, a servant knocked on the door. "Miss, the guest has arrived. The master asks you to come downstairs.""Got it."Nora Fatehi replied and tucked the blanket more securely around the newly fallen-asleep Joy. Outside, dusk was beginning to settle.As soon as she reached the bottom of the stairs, Nora Fatehi saw several servants standing in the living room. Seated at the long European-style dining table were Jorah, his family of three, and Caesor.Caesor had his back to her, but she recognized him from his silhouette.Jorah spotted her. "You're here! Come, sit down."Nora Fatehi walked over. The only seat left was directly across from Caesor. A servant pulled out the chair fo

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Caesor, come—let Uncle toast to you.Jorah raised his glass. Caesor smiled faintly. "Surely I should be toasting you instead, Uncle. I'm grateful for all the care you and Nora showed me back then."His gaze swept briefly across Nora Fatehi's face before he downed the drink in one go.Nora Fatehi also raised her glass and took a polite sip.After that, Jorah and his wife kept plying Caesor with alcohol. Nora Fatehi had no idea what the couple was scheming, but Caesor seemed unwilling to refuse and ended up drinking quite a bit.Finally, Nora Fatehi couldn't stand it anymore. "Dad, I'm full. I'll take Joy home now."With that, she stood up.Jorah turned to Caesor. "Caesor, where are you staying?""Grandeur Mansion," Caesor replied.Jorah smiled. "What a coincidence—Nora lives there too. You two can head back together!"Nora Fatehi frowned slightly. Caesor said, "Alright."She didn't want to make a fuss, and since he was simply giving her a ride home, she said, "Then I'll trouble you."No

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