Kelvin's smile faded. "Mr. Miller, are you saying he might come after you?""He would've guessed my identity because of Liv. Do you really think he wouldn't do anything after I caused him such great losses? He'll definitely try to hit me where it hurts.""Mr. Miller, Mrs. Miller is your Achilles heel. He'll try to hurt her."Ethan had a troubled expression on his face. "Back then, I married her in secret because I was afraid my identity would be exposed and it'd bring trouble to her doorstep. "In the end, her identity was still exposed. Those people even hold some power over her. Other than the enemies she already has, my identity will bring her the most danger.""What should we do, Mr. Miller?"Ethan stood at the edge of the cliff with his hands behind his back. His eyes were filled with determination as he listened to the waves crashing against the reefs. "If Liv is my weakness, it would mean I'm still too weak. That's why those people could threaten me with her safety. I ne
On the top floor of the Imperial Strait Building, a man was smashing the entire tea set before him. His assistant stood before him and reported fearfully, "The estimated losses from this incident is at 18.7 billion dollars." The cost of acquiring the cruise ship and its furnishings was over five billion dollars. The assets on the ship, including weapons, medical equipment, goods, and antiques, were worth nearly 20 billion dollars. "Other than the monetary losses, we also lost our customers.""Where's Flora?""We didn't find her body on the ship. She must've been taken. Many of your customers are asking for compensation. The total amount is also in the billions. What should we do, Boss?"The man was furious. "Ignore them.""But won't we incur the wrath of the masses if we don't compensate them?""Do you think they would board one of our ships again even if we paid them?" The assistant fell silent for a bit before saying, "No, they won't.""Most of the people who board the
The bodyguard rushed toward Everly and was able to grab her hand in time. "Ms. Hilton, please don't do this. We won't be able to answer to Mr. Synder if you die.""Fuck off. I don't care about that. I'll never be his match when I'm alive. I'll definitely haunt him and all of you after I die."Everly's voice was very loud. It didn't sound like she was a dying person at all. "I'm even wearing pure white clothes. I'll turn into the scariest ghost there is. Boy, you better not wake up at night, or I'll scare you to death."The bodyguard was rendered speechless. "It was supposed to be a serious situation, but he almost burst out in laughter. Why was Everly so funny even when she was trying to die? "Laugh if you want to. You don't have to hold it in.""Stop joking, Ms. Hilton. I will not let you die.""Young man, do you know what's one thing you can never control?""Death?"Everly said with a composed expression, "No. Stocks.""Ms. Hilton, that's not a very funny joke.""Wha
Everly glared at the bodyguard. "Do you think I'm an idiot? Why would you think I need you to recount everything she said?"The bodyguard complained inwardly. It was so troublesome trying to communicate with Everly. Olivia noticed something was off. "Eve, where are you? Who are you talking to?"Everly didn't know how Olivia came back to life. But since she was still alive, Everly decided that life was worth living again.At least she didn't want Olivia to worry about her."It's nothing. I was just talking to my new bodyguard. "Liv, you may not know yet, but I've been living the high life since you were gone. I bring eight bodyguards wherever I go. "All of them are very well-built." "I'm glad to hear that. I'd hate it if your life were miserable.""Of course. Life is good. I'm staying at a villa and driving around in expensive cars. I finally got a taste of the life of a rich person."Although Everly was talking with a smile, Olivia could still sense it."Are you crying?"
Everly rushed toward Olivia even though she was wearing heels. Then, she wrapped her arms around Olivia."Liv. I was so worried about you! I thought you were really—""Sorry. The circumstances were dire at the time."Everly hugged her tightly. "Why have you lost so much weight? Have you been eating at all? You're all skin and bones."Olivia pinched Everly's cheek and said, "I lost weight? What about you? You're so skinny, too. Have you been busy with work?"A hint of awkwardness flashed in Everly's eyes. "That's for sure. I've moved up the corporate ladder. Surprising, right?""I've always known you could do it."They remained in each other's arms for a while more as they reminisced. Then, Everly finally turned her attention to Alicia.She didn't need an introduction from Olivia. It was clear that Alicia resembled Ethan. "Hi, Auntie Eve," Alicia greeted her obediently. Everly's heart almost melted when she looked at her. "Good girl! Come, let me give you a hug."Alicia
Upon meeting again, Olivia seemed more cheerful than before. She would even crack a joke or two. Everly patted her on the head. "You've finally put that relationship behind you. I'm so happy for you.""That's right. I used to feel like my life was a living hell. Every day was torture for me. "Ever since I was reunited with my child, it was like a fog had lifted. Life was worth living again."Everly stared at Olivia with envy in her eyes. "That's nice.""You're not getting any younger. Have you not met anyone you wanted to date?"Olivia asked that question because she noticed that Everly seemed like she loved children. She seemed to sense that Everly felt uneasy when she brought that up. Everly would try to change the subject quickly every time. "Although I'm as beautiful as ever, and countless people want to be with me. But I'm too busy. I have no time for relationships."Olivia smiled. "So, should I be honored that a busy person like yourself took the time to meet with
Olivia and Everly drank tea, walked around the mall, and watched a movie. It was just like old times. They cherished the time they had together. Alicia yawned when the movie ended. Joshua drove an Audi A8 over and asked, "Ms. Fordham, do you want to head home now?"Olivia looked at him in confusion. "Where did you get the car?""I rented it. It's pretty cheap for such a good car. Ms. Alicia is falling asleep. I figured that it would be troublesome for you to take the bus. "Hurry up and get in. It's very cold outside."Olivia beckoned for Everly to get in the car. Alicia had already fallen asleep in her arms. Joshua placed their bags in the trunk and asked, "Where is this lady headed?""I …" Everly replied hesitantly. Olivia asked, "Are you still living at Azure Oasis?""Yeah, same place." Everly nodded."Alright. Sit tight."The snow was getting heavier outside. There were fewer people on the street. Olivia noticed that Everly would often space out, but she would s
Olivia remained silent on the way back. She kept thinking about the days when she and Everly were students. If they had known what would happen to them, would they have cherished their happiness more? Joshua helped carry Alicia out of the car when they got home. Olivia didn't head indoors straight away. She stood under the streetlamp and looked at the swirling snow while deep in thought. "I know you're here."A person walked out from behind the streetlamp. Ethan looked at her from afar and said, "I told you I won't disrupt your life."They looked at each other in silence. Olivia tried to look into his eyes, but she realized she couldn't discern the emotions within. "Thank you for that night."It didn't matter what happened between them. If he didn't find a way to get the money to save her, she would be doomed if she fell into the hands of those people. "It was my fault for letting them get to you, Ms. Fordham."He seemed to have stood there for some time. There was