"Is it because you want to hide from Wilson Birch?" Serenity asked.After all, if Clara planned to get exonerated, she would have to meet the man again."I just don't want to take that risk," Clara replied. "I must make sure he never finds out about Yanny's existence. As soon as he discovers the truth, even if there's a one in a million chance that he might… that he might want to take Yanny away from me… I know that I'll go mad! Yanny is my whole life, Serenity!"Naturally, Serenity could perfectly understand the love Clara felt for Yanny. Even if she had never been a mother before, she could imagine that had she been in Clara's shoes, she would most likely have made the same choices Clara did. She would do anything to keep her child even if it meant not clearing her own name!"I met Wilson Birch again yesterday," Serenity suddenly announced.Clara's eyes were widened as big as saucers as she stared at Serenity in shock."It was at an exhibition," she continued. "He still remembe

It seemed that she had better resolve the problems regarding her dreams and her frequent headaches before they caused any more problems!And so, Serenity silently made up her mind and then made an appointment with Dr. Landale through the phone conversation they had just had. Meanwhile, after she had ended the call, Connor Gunn knocked on Jackson's office door and walked in."Mr. Valor," he reported, "Miss Lewis just contacted Dr. Landale and made an appointment with her. It's on the day after tomorrow."Jackson lowered his gaze. His long fingers were grasping a fountain pen at the time, and he kept on putting signatures on the documents in front of him as if nothing had happened, saying simply, "Okay. I got it."And so, Connor excused himself and left the office, but just before he closed the door, he suddenly heard a faint noise that sounded like something cracking or breaking.When the door was closed, Jackson remained sitting on the sofa, still in the same posture as before,

Yet, for some reason, after finding Lynette, he still had not given these dresses to her. He was unclear as to why he acted this way himself. In fact, he had not even returned the tiny silver bracelet to her.It was as if the act of handing these things over to Lynette would signify the end of all the dreams and fantasies he had been having all these years.What… What exactly was going on with him?These past two days, all he thought about was what Serenity had said to him when she had a headache.Was it all really just nonsense?The red marks she left on his wrist when she clutched at it had faded away, but the sensation of being held tightly by her still lingered there, as if it was refusing to go away."Serenity…" he murmured, gently holding the purple dress that was hanging in the closet. "Tell me the truth! What exactly is going on?"He looked as if he was holding his most intimate lover in his arms…— "Ah!" Serenity yelped as she jolted awake. She discovered herself sur

Why had he given up his life so easily? Why had he not thought of his only son? He must have known what Jackson, who was still a young boy then, would have to go through as soon as he died!Did this man really believe that sending Jackson back to the Valor family would solve all problems? How could he forget that his son needed a father by his side?By that point, Jack had already lost his mother, and then he had to lose his father as well. From a young age, he had to live in a house like this with no other family members but his grandpa who despised half of his lineage!She could almost imagine what his childhood must be like, walking on thin ice. There was no sign of affection between Jackson and his grandpa anywhere in the huge mansion at all, only a lonely child struggling to survive!Serenity walked through the front hall step by step until she reached the inner chamber. The furnishing in this room was exactly the same as she remembered when she was last here, with the memoria

His vulnerability only intensified her uneasiness."Why did you ask me that all of a sudden?""Just tell me," he insisted, "you'll never betray me, right?" His voice had become hoarse, and his tone made it sound like he was helplessly pleading with her.In a moment, her already growing uneasiness was now mixed with deep sympathy.He was Jackson Valor! Why would he use such a weak pleading tone with her, asking her never to betray him?!She looked past him and saw the plaque behind him. She knew that it was where his father's ashes were kept. Here lay the man who had chosen to die after getting dumped by the woman he loved.Perhaps… that was a kind of betrayal.His father was betrayed by his mother, and in turn, he was betrayed by his father and left orphaned and all alone in this world.His eyes were still fixed on her, waiting for her answer.Her nose stung again. From the outside, this man looked clearly like someone who could get anything his heart desired with a lift of hi

She took a quick shower hastily and dressed up before rushing to the hospital.She had no idea that from the moment she stepped out of Valor Residence, someone was already reporting her moves to Jackson."Miss Lewis has gone out, Mr. Valor."It was Connor Gunn, reporting to Jackson in the CEO's office.Jackson looked down. His dark and long eyelashes trembled ever so slightly as he said, "Okay. I got it."After that came nothing but silence. Yet, for some reason, Connor began to shudder, because Jackson's eerie silence was making him feel… terrified.Serenity arrived at the hospital and got her queue number. Shortly afterward, she was already able to meet the psychiatrist.Dr. Landale was a woman in her forties. She was slightly chubby, and her gentle smiling eyes could put anyone at ease, making it easy for them to put their guard down.Perhaps someone like this is perfect as a psychiatrist.Serenity took a seat and proceeded to describe her condition in detail. She also me

When would Serenity come out?She had clearly promised never to betray him, so why did she still have to see a psychiatrist?Did she still want to retrieve the memories related to Lucas?Jackson quietly watched. Finally, a figure in a white dress appeared in his field of vision.It was Serenity!Even though people were walking around, he could still recognize her at a glance.Then, he saw her take out her phone as if to make a call.After a moment, his phone rang. He took out his phone and looked at the caller ID—"Sis."Even though he no longer used that number, the name on his phone hadn't been changed.Perhaps it was a kind of nostalgia. This woman had once smiled and said to him, "Will you be my little brother?"She had also said, "From now on, I'll cherish you, and you'll cherish me."Sis... Sis...At that time, he didn't know that this woman would make him love so deeply.The phone continued to ring, and Jackson pressed the answer button. He listened to her clear vo

As Serenity pushed open the door to the CEO's office, she saw a tall figure standing by the floor-to-ceiling window, overlooking the skyline of towering buildings in the city.Suddenly, Serenity felt that the scene before her was like a poster. He was simply standing there as if the entire city was under his control.In reality, he indeed had the capability to dominate the city.This version of him was like a completely different person from the vulnerable and lonely one she had seen early in the morning."Jack," she called out.Jackson turned his head and gave her a faint smile."You're here.""Yeah, I brought lunch for you. Have some and see if you like it," she said as she walked confidently toward the coffee table, placing the lunch boxes and fruits on it.He approached the coffee table as well and then opened the lunch box, sitting on the sofa.Serenity felt like she was back to the times when she used to have lunch with him in the office every afternoon."Does it taste

Some delicate actions might have been effortless for her in the past, but now, they seemed strenuous. Yet, here she was, putting in the effort to peel an apple for him.So, there was a place in her heart for him. She had said it—she loved only him!Jackson kept repeating this in his heart. His captivating eyes watched her hands' movements, almost as if wanting to confirm to himself through this that she cared deeply for him.When she finally finished peeling an apple, Serenity let out a sigh of relief and handed the apple to Jackson. "There you go."He took the apple, took a light bite, and the sweet taste soon spread in his mouth."Is it sweet?" she asked."Very sweet," he replied."Then I'll have one too," she said, picking up another apple, ready to peel it.However, in the next moment, he reached out with his long arm and pulled her into his embrace. "Why go through the trouble? Don't exert yourself to peel another apple.""Huh?" She was taken aback. Then, she watche

"Yeah. Just a cake will do. But this year, my birthday happens to be one day after my grandmother's seventh day of passing. I don't want to celebrate much. I just want to eat a cake with you and the others, including Lisa," Serenity said.Although this was her first birthday with him, her grandmother had recently passed away. So, she was still in mourning. She didn't want a lively birthday celebration. She only wanted to spend it quietly with him and her friends."Alright," Jackson agreed. "I'll prepare a birthday cake for you.""Thank you," she smiled faintly, then checked the time. It was almost the end of lunchtime, and Jackson would need to return to work. "I'll head back then and not disturb your work."As she spoke, she picked up her bag and stood up. But before she could take two steps, a pair of arms wrapped around her from behind, pulling her into his embrace. He buried his face in the crook of her neck, inhaling her fragrance. "Tomorrow... don't go to the hospital. Let