Chapter 478ThisMicroworks Corporation used the rumors they had accumulated over the years to attract a large number of diehards like him. At critical juncture, those diehards became a free army for Microworks to “eradicate Rubik Corporation to uphold justice. Kevar had to admit that he was quite grateful for this. It made him more determined […]
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Chapter 477 Her thoughts were swirling for a moment. “Can I?” Aster took one step forward and held her hand, swaying it lightly while garing at her tearfully. Larissa couldn’t bring herself to say no, but she still had her concerns. Although Ruby had been anested, she couldn’t help but wonder if Ruby had had anything to do with the accident in the parking lot, it had been someone else “Okay,” she said and nodded. The kindergarten had strict regulations and no one was allowed entry or exit during class hours. As long as she sent him to school and picked him up punctually, there shouldn’t be any danger. “That’s fantastic Aster was so happy that he launched himself into the air. He hugged Larissa and gave her a loud smooch. “Mommy is the best!” After making sure that all was quiet outside, Aster hid under the blanket and sent Kevan a voice note. “Uncle Kevan, I’m going back to kindergarten. Good luck with work too! Let’s game together when we’re both free. How about that?” Kevan called him straight away. “Did Mommy scold you?” he asked. “Nope,” said Aster and showed off to Kevan. “Mommy is very gentle. She never scolds or smacks me. Every time I make a mistake, she talk to me about it. Even if Larissa had smacked him, he wouldn’t be as foolish as to rant about it to Kevan, He didn’t want to ruin Larissa’s image in Kevan’s eyes! Kevan suddenly recalled that Larissa used to have a pet cat. When she was with him, she would always be distant flattering, cold, or tough. Only when she was with her cat would she show a hint of her gentle side. It always made him envious. Now, she had exposed her gentle side to Astor, but she was still as distant as always toward him. He also felt as envious as always. “Is that so?” Kevan laughed softly, but his expression grew a little dimmer. Aster couldn’t chat with him for too long. “I have to wake up early tomorrow to go to school, so I have to sleep early. Rest earlier too. Uncle Kewan. Goodnight Kevan hummed in answer and said, “Goodnight.” Then, he added in his heart, “My dear.” Kevan didn’t know why Larissa had suddenly agreed to allow Aster to return to kindergarten. It had only been a few days since the kidnapping incident, and Kevan wasn’t sure Aster was mentally ready to adapt to a place with so many people. But of course, the most important thing was “Have you found that person?” he asked the person on the other end of the cal. “I’ve only found out his identity, but not his location. Two days after the incident, he went overseas. I’ve checked his bank transactions. After he left the country, Ruby Cole transferred him five hundred thousand dollars.” After finding out that the person was connected to Ruby, most of Kevan’s worries disappeared. However Five hundred thousand dollars was considered a huge sum for someone like Ruby, who only laced at home with no source of income. She hadn’t gotten many benefits from her divorce from Cody back then. In that period of time, he had strongly fought against Cody and Cody did not hold a high position in Soaring Corporation. Besides, Cody had probably planned to divorce Ruby since the beginning, so he had notarized all his property before the wedding and lowered his own salary to below ten thousand dollars. Of course, he could earn more money through other sources, but Ruby was unaware of it. The court also did not find out about it, so it had naturally been unnecessary for Cody to give Ruby half his wealth during the divorce. That was why Ruby hadn’t gotten a lot of money from the divorce, Because Cody’s income was low, his alimony paid to her every month wasn’t much. It would have been too much of a challenge for Ruby to fork out live hundred thousand dollars in one lump sum, There must be someone helping her behind the scenes, and her backer must be–
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Chapter 476Aster and Kevan were playing online games at home. The gaming console was connected to the television and the living room resounded with the game’s background music and their shouts of excitement. This was the scene that met Larissa’s eyes when she got there. Her anger inexplicably bummed even brighter, and she slammed the
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Chapter 111HAZELUpon the moment the jet touched down at the airport, I quickly discovered that David was there, standing by and eager to pick us up. My initial reaction was one of skepticism regarding the idea of getting into the car with him. However, upon further reflection, I pondered the potential scenarios that could unfold.
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I found myself genuinely enjoying our collaboration, and as a token of my appreciation, I was ready to compensate him generously, willing to pay double whatever fee he might charge. “Could you please share your payment terms?” I inquired with genuine curiosity. “I refrained from discussing it with Ravel, given our upcoming meeting.”Rigger smoothly rose
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Chapter 109DAVIDPRESENT TIMEI’ve never felt so incredibly foolish in my entire life, and the weight of my life choices has never been more pressing than it is right now. What conceivable excuse can I possibly conjure up to justify my presence here? Clearing my throat with a nervous swallow, I fixed my gaze upon her
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Chapter 108 HAZEL PRESENT TIME Ravel chose to bring Daisy to the park while I dropped by the hospital to see how Elenor was doing before meeting them. I’m relieved that Ravel has found a way to distract himself from the challenging circumstances he’s facing It appears that there may be some tension in his relationship with Raymond, as I haven’t noticed Raymond spending time with Ravel recently. Whenever I’ve inquired about Raymond, Ravel’s responses have been vague and uncertain. Roger, Ravel’s security detail, pulled over in the hospital parking lot, turned off the car’s engine, and followed closely as I entered the hospital premises. My decision to leave Robert, my security personnel, with Ravel was driven by my desire to have more familiar faces around Daisy, ensuring her comfort and safety. Upon entering the hospital hallway, I instructed Roger to remain outside while I proceeded to enter Elenor’s room. However, just as I was about to step into the room, I noticed something unusual through the transparent gap in the door. June was standing by Elenor’s side, speaking to her in hushed tones. The tense posture of June’s body suggested that she was delivering a message of significant gravity. I continued to observe the situation through the door’s opening, my concern mounting as I witnessed June’s hand inching closer to the switch that controlled all the machines connected to Elenor. It was at that pivotal moment when I realized I couldn’t merely stand by and observe. With a determined push, I swung the door open and strode into the room, my concern evident. “What on earth are you attempting to do?” June jumped in startled response to the sudden intrusion, swiftly turning to face me. She stammered, “I, uh… I thought… it seemed like one of the machines wasn’t properly connected, so I wanted to make sure it was fixed correctly to prevent any accidents that could endanger her life.” However, what I had witnessed didn’t appear to be an innocent attempt to fix anything. It seemed as if she had been tampering with the machines, almost as if she were trying to disconnect them. With a furrowed brow, I countered, “If you had noticed something like that, you should have immediately summoned the doctor or nurses rather than attempting to handle it on your own.” She offered a nervous smile in response, saying, “I understand, I truly had no ill intentions.” However, my doubts lingered, casting a shadow of suspicion over her actions. Clearing her throat, June reached for her purse and continued, “Since you’re here now, I have an urgent matter to attend to.” Without waiting for my reply, she made a hasty exit, her hurried departure only deepening my uncertainty. I kept a vigilant eye on her until she vanished from my sight. Drawing closer to Elenor, I carefully inspected the machines to ensure nothing had been tampered with. For the sake of safety, I felt compelled to remain in the room until Raymond arrived. When Raymond entered the room, he greeted me with a warm smile. “Hey… when did you arrive?” He settled onto the sofa, his demeanor appearing casual. I checked my wristwatch and replied, “I’ve been here for about an hour now,” However, I felt the need to make a move. “I should be heading out, though. I promised Ravel I’d meet them at the park.” I then turned my attention to Raymond and asked, “Raymond?” He looked up, blinking in response. “I would greatly appreciate it if you could avoid leaving Elenor alone with June.” Raymond’s brow furrowed. “I didn’t. I left her with Anne.” “Well,” I began cautiously, “when I arrived, I found June with her, and what I observed, or at least what I think I saw, was rather concerning. The thought of what might have occurred had I not intervened weighed heavily on my mind. Raymond leaned in closer, his expression serious. “What did you see?” 1/3 Chapter 108 I hesitated for a moment, aware of the gravity of my words. “Well… I’m not entirely certain if I interpreted it correctly, but it appeared as though she was attempting to disconnect the machines connected to Elenor.” Raymond was visibly shocked and at a loss for words as he glanced over at Elenor. “What did you just say?” he asked in disbelief. I reiterated my previous statement, but it did little to case his shock. “Why would she do that?” he wondered aloud. I shrugged, still uncertain about June’s motivations. “As I mentioned, I’m not entirely sure about what I saw, but it’s best if we err on the side of caution and not leave Elenor alone with June.” Raymond nodded, his expression thoughtful. “You’re right; it’s better to be safe than sorry.” I gathered my purse and stood up. “One more thing, though. What kind of accident did Elenor have? I never had the chance to ask before.” Raymond replied, “She was in a collision with a truck. The driver’s condition wasn’t as severe as hers, and he was discharged from the hospital two days after the accident.” I nodded in response to Raymond’s explanation of the accident. “I see. That’s quite a revelation about the accident itself. Has anyone reviewed the CCTV footage?” Raymond confirmed, “Yes, I reviewed it with Ravel, and from what we observed, it appeared that Elenor was at fault. She had the opportunity to evade the truck driver, but it seemed as though she wasn’t paying attention.” I tilted my head in thought. “If Elenor could have avoided the truck driver, it implies that the driver could have done the same, but chose not to. Why do you think that might be?” Raymond’s forehead creased with concern. “Honestly, we hadn’t considered that possibility.” He glanced over at Elenor. “Are you suggesting that the driver might have intentionally not avoided her?” “I’m not making any accusations,” I clarified, “but I believe it’s worth reviewing the case while keeping a closer eye on Elenor’s well–being. I’ll also discuss this with Ravel.” Raymond nodded in agreement. “And Raymond, for all of this to work out smoothly, it’s essential that you and Ravel reconcile your differences.” Raymond tensed up at my suggestion. “Ravel and I are fine, we don’t have any issues,” he asserted. I met his statement with a knowing look. “You know that’s not true,” I countered gently. “I may not be aware of what transpired between you two, but I’d like to see you both as friends again. I’ll speak to Ravel about it as well.” With that, I turned to leave the room, leaving Raymond with my words. As I exited the room and made my way towards the sharp u–turn in the hallway, I accidentally collided with a male doctor. I nearly stumbled backward, but Roger was quick to steady me. “I’m terribly sorry, doctor,” I apologized hastily, feeling a bit flustered by the unexpected encounter. The doctor seemed to be in a rush, giving me a hurried nod before swiftly making his way to an elevator. However, as he passed by me, a familiar scent caught my attention – the distinct perfume that David used to wear. While it didn’t guarantee that it was him, I knew that David was in New York, so there was a strong possibility that it could be him. Without hesitation, I instructed Roger, “Take the next elevator,” and then I acted quickly, sticking my foot between the closing elevator doors to prevent them from shutting completely. I needed to confirm if it was indeed David who had just passed by. The moment I entered the elevator, his entire demeanor tightened. He quickly averted his face, an attempt to hide from me. I noticed that the doctor had covered his face with a mask, perhaps in an attempt to conceal his identity. However, I chose to ignore his actions and focused on the elevator doors as they closed.
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Chapter 107 RAVEL PRESENT TIME I wasn’t expecting things to take this direction at all last night. Having Hazel kiss my lips and having her warm naked body on mine last night is something I won’t trade for anything in this world. Having her naked and fair skin sleeping next to me this morning is truly a blessing. Unable to keep my hands to myself, I reached forward and removed a hair from her face before reaching down to kiss her face. Last night, I had purposely taken her with no condonis, hoping that she will get pregnant. Call me a coward, but that is the most efficient way to constantly inform that wanker David that she is mine. I’m fully aware that the threat still exists, and it lingers ominously in the back of my mind. Although things may seem calm for now, the blackmailer might be lying low, silently observing how everything unfolds, biding their time for another strike. Pushing that concern aside, I glanced at the wall clock and with a gentle roll, I slipped out of bed, determined to prepare something special for her. She’ll undoubtedly be tired when she wakes up because I kept her up late last night. As I left the room, I couldn’t help but smile upon hearing Daisy’s cheerful laughter, accompanied by her nanny’s soft and reassuring chuckles. The sound was a comforting reminder of the happiness that surrounded me at the moment. Upon entering the kitchen, the laughter gradually quieted down, replaced by a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Daisy greeted me with an infectious smile that brightened up the room. Without hesitation, I reached for her, pulling her into my embrace, and began peppering her delighted face with affectionate kisses. Her joyful giggles filled the air, a melody that warmed my heart and made the worries of the outside world seem distant and insignificant. My housekeeper, Mrs. Mary Reynolds, cleared her throat politely, attempting to gain my attention. “What would you like for breakfast, sir?” she inquired in her customary respectful tone. Balancing little Daisy on my hips, I carried her over to the spacious kitchen island. “I was thinking of whipping up something special for Hazel myself,” I replied, my voice filled with a hint of excitement. Mrs. Reynolds nodded in acknowledgment and, with a gracious gesture, opened the refrigerator to display the array of breakfast options at our disposal. Daisy’s nanny, aware of the morning routine, suggested that I hand her over so she could prepare for her morning bath. Taking stock of the ingredients, I decided on preparing a delectable dish of chicken and waffles. It seemed like a manageable task, possibly because Mary was there to supervise the culinary venture. After cooking up a delicious breakfast, I carefully arranged it on a tasteful tray, complete with a chilled glass of orange juice. With the tray in hand, I made my way upstairs to our bedroom. As I entered, I found Hazel still nestled in the embrace of slumber, her peaceful form illuminated by the soft morning light filtering through the curtains. Placing the tray gently on the bedside table, I couldn’t resist the turge to lean down and plant a tender kiss on her cheek. Slowly, her eyelids fluttered, and her eyes began to open. “It’s morning already,” I softly whispered in her ear, planting a gentle kiss on her lips to rouse her from sleep. Slowly, her eyes fluttered open, and a warm smile spread across her face. “Good morning, sleepyhead,” I greeted her with a smile of my own. She giggled and attempted to sit up, inadvertently causing the duvet to slip, exposing her bare chest. I couldn’t help but stare, and she playfully remarked, “You’re quite insatiable,” covering herself with a bashful grin. ‘It smells wonderful in here,” she commented as I approached the bed, carrying a tray 1/3 Chapter 107 laden “After how loudly you screamed last night, I thought you might need some energy,” I teased, finding her blush utterly endearing. Her disheveled, post–lovemaking hair only added to her charm. She reached for a waffle, took a bite, and let out a contented moan. “Did you make this?” she asked between bites, eyes widening in surprise. I nodded with a grin which made her eyes widen the more. “Really? You made the waffles yourself?” Her astonished expression prompted a hearty laugh from me. “Well, Mary might have given me some tips on what to add and when,” I admitted with a playful smirk. She snorted, clearly amused. “I knew you couldn’t have pulled this off alone,” she said before devouring more waffles. “But, thank you, I truly appreciate the effort.” I rolled my eyes in mock exasperation. “If you’re genuinely grateful for my effort, then express it,” I teased, swiping the waffles from her hand with a mischievous grin. I reclined on the bed, propped up on my elbow, watching her savor her meal. The soft morning light filtered through the curtains, casting a warm glow on her face. “You know,” I began, my tone slightly more serious, “I’ve been dreaming of this moment for a long time.” I let out a wistful sigh, my gaze drifting to our wedding portrait that hung on the wall. I could feel her eyes on me, even before I turned to meet her warm, loving gaze. “If you desperately wanted this moment, then you shouldn’t have done what you did, or at least you should have told me why you did it,” she responded, her voice carrying a hint of vulnerability. Her gaze remained fixed on mine, searching for answers in my eyes. “I’m going to trust that you have your reasons, and I’m going to believe that you will eventually tell me.” Her words struck a chord with me, and I gave her a quick, grateful glance, my smile tinged with relief. I had always felt unworthy of her, and her understanding was a gift I cherished. “Thank you, Hazel,” I whispered sincerely, my fingers lightly tracing patterns on the bedsheet. She reached for the juice and took a long sip, her expression contemplative. “Don’t thank me just yet, Ravel,” she continued, her voice soft but unwavering. “We’re not going to move past this stage until you give me a valid reason.” Her gaze bore into mine, urging me to open up. “The fact is that this secret will always take us two steps back, and I won’t be able to stop myself from taking that step back until I understand why.” Licking my lips, I directed my gaze into the empty space, contemplating her words, and then nodded slowly. “I understand that you don’t fully trust me yet, Hazel, and I’m okay with us taking things one step at a time.” She finished the last of her drink, then gracefully got out of bed, wrapping the duvet around her to shield her body. Her next question hit me with a weight I couldn’t ignore. “Does Raymond know about the reason you did what you did?” I nodded in response, my voice steady. “Yes, he does.” Raymond had been my confidant throughout this crazy journey, aware of every twist and turn in my life. He knows everything–how I had to go public with June because I received a text from the mysterious sender instructing me to do so, how I had to play the role of a loving partner towards June because it was demanded of me, and even how I was compelled to touch June to ensure Hazel’s safety. “So Raymond knows about the reason you did what you did, and I don’t, right?” Hazel asked, her tone dripping with frustration. I nodded in response, still unsure of where she was going with this. “Do you get the point now, Ravel?” She asked, trying so hard not to sound snappish. “It simply means that this isn’t about me not trusting you; rather, it’s about you not trusting me.” My eyes snapped up to meet hers, surprised by her perspective. “I trust you, Hazel, with my life,” I assured her, my voice earnest. 2/3 Chapter 107 “Do you?” Her doubt was evident,
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Chapter 106 HAZEL PRESENT TIME To ensure my daughter’s safety, I agreed to temporarily live with Ravel until I am prepared to return to Seattle. I have already made plans to depart this weekend with the hope of returning later. While I believe I can manage matters from at distance, I still feel the need to be physically present in the office to fully understand what’s happening. As soon as we entered Ravel’s home, he suddenly stopped me by taking hold of my hand. “Would you prefer to stay in the guest room, or would you feel more comfortable in our bedroom?” he asked. I looked at him quizzically. “You mean your bedroom?” He winced at my choice of words. “Yes, I meant my bedroom.” I shook my head and gracefully handed my bag to the housekeeper while discreetly scanning the area for June. “Ravel, this is, your home,” I began, “and it wouldn’t be proper for me to take over your bedroom. I’ll opt for one of the guest rooms.” Ravel winced, as if my words had caused him some discomfort. “Very well,” he replied, “I’ll let you freshen up while I prepare dinner. He handed Daisy over to me before heading toward the kitchen. After refreshing both myself and Daisy with a warm shower, I joined Ravel in the dining room. He handed me a glass of wine and volunteered to feed Daisy. I gladly passed her over to him, well aware of how playful yet stubborn she could be during mealtime. Ravel cleared his throat to capture my attention. “Someone has been planted in your apartment to impersonate you. Hopefully, the next time he show up, we’ll be able to catch the stalker.” Nodding slowly, I set my fork down on the table. “Can I see that picture again, please?” I requested, a hint of concern in my voice. Ravel lifted his head, arching an inquisitive brow. “Do you think you might recognize the person?” he inquired, then handed me his phone. Taking the phone, I replied, “I’m not sure, but I just want to double–check something.” I clicked on the picture and stared at it intently, my mind racing with questions. Why did the person in the photo bear such a striking resemblance to David from behind? I knew David was in New York, but he had no knowledge of my current location, making this situation all the more confusing. “Hazel?!” Ravel’s sudden and insistent call startled me, yanking me out of my contemplation. “What’s going on in your mind? I’ve been trying to get your attention for quite some time now.” He scrutinized me closely. “Are you feeling alright?” “Yeah.” I lied. I can’t say for certain that he is David, so it is best not to implicate him, but stuff like this is going to make me look into him. I returned the phone to him. “Can I ask for a favor?” Ravel smiled widely, the eagerness to please me in his eyes. “Anything for you Hazel.” Daisy pushed away the spoon that he tried to put in her mouth and I almost chuckled. “Can you recommend a private investigator for me?” He tilted his head. “Should I ask why you need one?” I shook my head and he nodded. “I have quite a few in my contact list, I can always forward it to you.” Appreciative, not only because he offered to help, but because he did not prob, I smiled. “thank you Ray, I’d really appreciate it.” Nodding, he passed Daisy over to the nanny when it dawned on him that he won’t be able to stop her from poking her hand into the stew sauce. “I don’t know why you need a private investigator, but I want you to be careful.” 1/3 Smiling at him, I nodded. “Speaking of which, where is your female companion?” his jaw clenched at my question. “I can’t seem to see her around her.” The mocking yet angry bite in my tone did not go unnoticed by him. “Did you tell her to hide because I am coming around?” He took his time, cating the chicken in his mouth and swallowed. “I ended things with June, so you will never see her anywhere around my house or me.” I scoffed. “Is that supposed to make me feel better?” whether or not she is still living with him or not does not erase the fact that he cheated on me with her. Ravel sighed. “What do I have to do to make you forgive me?” he whispered. “What do I have to do is make you forgive me? I know it is impossible to forget, but all I ask is the opportunity to make amends.” Suddenly feeling sorry for the way I spoke to him, I signed. “I am sorry. I shouldn’t have brought things up like this.” I somehow knew that there was a possibility that she was not here because Ravel mentioned the last time that he ended things with her and paid her off. He shook his head. “Don’t apologize, I deserved it.” He resumed eating and after that, he calmly stood up, dropped his plate in the sink, and walked towards the door. “Good night Hazel.” Without waiting for a response from me, he climbed up the stairs and retreated to his room. After waiting for him for so long, hoping that he would eventually come downstairs and when he didn’t, I went in search of him. It is either he is angry with me, or he is in there blaming himself the more. Halting in the familiar hallway that leads to a bedroom that used to be mine, I knocked on the door twice but got no response. I knocked again and this time, I heard shuffling feet before the door opened and he leaned on the doorway, slightly surprised to see me. “Is everything okay? Do you need something?” I cleared my throat nervously. “I uhh…” I cleared my throat again. “Can I come in?” He stared at me for a moment, sighed, and pulled the door wider. I ducked under his arm to get into the room. He closed the door softly behind me. “What do you want Hazel?” Ignoring his question, I stared at the huge familiar portrait on the wall, directly facing our bed. “You never took this down?” I felt his body warmth behind me. “I couldn’t get myself to do it.” He whispered. “Taking it down would mean accepting that our marriage was indeed over.” Brows furrowed with confusion, I turned around and stared at him. “I don’t understand.” I mumbled, “Isn’t that what you wanted?” I asked him. “Need I remind you that you were the one who gave me those divorce papers on the grounds that you have fallen in love with June?” He slumped down the bed. “Lies.” He mumbled. “I did what I had to do to make you sign those divorce papers.” This doesn’t make sense. “Why exactly did you do it?” I can’t have him confusing my emotions. Exhaling heavily, he stood up again, approached me, and grabbed my hand gently. “I did what I had to do Hazel.” His vague explanation did nothing to clear my confusion. “What did you have to do?” “Why do you need a private investigator?” he asked suddenly and my defenses went high. I may not really understand who David is anymore, but he was there for me when I needed someone. “You said you weren’t going to ask,” I muttered. “And that’s because I trust you.” He stated. “I know this may be a difficult request, but I need you to trust me too Hazel. Do you think you can do that for me?”
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Chapter 290 Last Minute Plans Ella The forest’s lingering scent still clung to me as I made my way back home. My feet moved over the familiar asphalt path, my mind still replaying the events of the day. The feeling of freedom and serenity from my hike, followed by the shock of the attempted mugging
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