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Chapter 221 Chapter 221 As a token of appreciation, she handed over ten precious pills in return for a simple car ride. The gesture was beyond extravagant.

Of course, Sidney wasn’t naive. The medicine, though given to him as a form of gratitude, was essentially a safeguard for Richard.

If one day Richard was to be poisoned or find himself in another perilous situation, this medicine could pull him back from the brink.

She had claimed to cut ties with Richard, to leave his world entirely. Yet, before stepping away, she had already accounted for this possibility. It was a thoughtful move.

Sidney carefully stored the porcelain bottle, taking a deep breath to calm his racing heart. After a while, he pressed down on the gas and drove off.

He didn’t notice Melody emerging from a store across the street, seated in her wheelchair after finishing her purchase.

She gazed at the car disappearing into the distance, her eyes trailing to where Tiffany had vanished. She smiled, laced with an indecipherable meaning.

A female student approached her, asking, “Melody, are you done with your shopping?” Melody replied, “Yes.” The female student said, “Let’s head back.” As she pushed Melody’s wheelchair forward, the female student asked curiously, “Wh seemed really focused.” were Melody smiled lightly, replying offhandedly, “Oh, nothing. Just watching a stray cat struggle.” you looking at just now? You “Okay.” The female student didn’t think much of it and continued pushing Melody back to school and into the classroom, where the atmosphere remained unchanged.

The recent drama surrounding the script had been resolved, thanks to Kenneth’s intervention.

StarRise Entertainment issued a statement explaining the incident as a mere misunderstanding, emphasizing there was nothing to it. They even expressed their admiration for Melody’s talents and hinted at possible future collaborations.

With this explanation, the accusations of plagiarism fell apart, and everyone moved on.

Kenneth also sweetened the deal by sending an abundance of desserts to the school, ensuring every student received something.

The gesture was a thank-you to everyone on behalf of Melody. With Kenneth involved, no one could say Of course, the class responded positively, and the sense of unity was restored.

The only ones who didn’t take the desserts were Zoe and Ged. They couldn’t stand it.

otherwise.

*****

After returning to school, Tiffany took the day off, retreating to her apartment where she spent the entire day sleeping soundly.

By the end of the day, she felt refreshed, and even her wounds had healed at an impressive rate.

She realized the big revelation would come out that night, and after some thought, she decided to visit Abbie.

Since the upcoming scandal involved her, Abbie needed to be prepared.

Tiffany headed straight for the film set, where Abbie was scheduled to film an emotional scene with the male lead that evening.

However, perhaps due to some internal resistance, Abbie couldnt get the scene right. After more than a dozen retakes, filming. Oliver was at a loss. The entire crew was also exhausted from a long da of Raising his hand in a gesture of dismissal, Oliver called it a night. He said, “Go home. Find the right mood, and we’ll continue this scene tomorrow.” “Okay.” Abbie nodded, giving her co-star an apologetic smile.

When she returned to her car to change and wrap up for the night, she was surprised to find someone lounging casually in the seat.

She was pleasantly surprised. “Ms. Kelley, why are you here?” Tiffany yawned lazily and waved her off. “I’ve told you, no need to call me ‘Ms. Kelley! Just use my name.” Abbie, who had won a best actress award at 20, had experienced fame and years of obscurity afterward. Now, at 27, she was nine years older than Tiffany.

Abbie smiled, and her usually aloof expression transformed into a breathtaking display of icy beauty.

“Alright, I’ll call you Tiffany,” she said, her tone more affectionate now, enjoying the newfound closeness.

Tiffany nodded, then added, “Let’s grab some food.” After a whole day without a single bite, she was so hungry that she felt utterly drained. She slumped in her seat with no desire to move.

Nevaeh promptly instructed the driver to head to a restaurant.

Before drawing the curtain to change out of her costume, Abbie reached into her bag and pulled out a chocolate bar, offering it to Tiffany. “Try this. It tastes pretty good Tiffany took it, unwrapped the packaging, and started eating. The flavor was rich, indulgent, and not too sweet. It was pretty good.

Halfway through the snack, Tiffany couldn’t help but ask, “Aren’t actors supposed to watch their figures? And yet, you’re eating this?” Now that Abbie no longer treated Tiffany like a boss, the tension had lifted. She spoke with the ease of an older sister, her demeanor warm and familiar.

“Do I look like someone who makes a living off my looks?” Abbie asked with a grin.

Tiffany took her time studying her.

With flawless skin, striking features, and a face that seemed tailor-made for the screen, Abbie was effortlessly beautiful. There was an alluring frostiness about her, a cold elegance that made her stand out.

“Absolutely,” Tiffany responded, nodding.

Abbie replied, “Then I guess I’m one of those actresses who could coast on looks but insists on proving my acting chops instead?” “Exactly.” Abbie was joking, and Tiffany played along.

Abbie couldn’t help but laugh.

If she hadn’t made those wrong decisions back then, she wouldn’t have ended up being despised and cast out.

She felt down for a moment. But as she pondered it, she realized how lucky she was to have bounced back from the brink, and that gave her comfort.

Shaking off the melancholy, Abbie looked at Tiffany for a long moment before sincerely saying, “Tiffany, if you ever joined the show business, I swear, just your face alone would make you a sensation.” She couldn’t deny it. Tiffany had a mesmerizing beauty unlike any other, something no one could replicate.

There was an effortless grace about Tiffany, a natural aura that drew people in. Her eyes, luminous like a starry night, had a quiet but undeniable allure.

With that stunning beauty, calling her captivating was an understatement. She was a living work of art.

Tiffany chuckled lazily at the comment, quipping, “Are we just showering each other with compliments?” Abbie burst out laughing without caring about her image.

As Tiffany nibbled on her chocolate bar, she reminded, “We’re almost there. Hurry up and change.” They had been chatting for so long that Abbie had forgotten about her costume.

“Right,” Abbie said, finally pulling the curtain closed to get changed.

By the time she finished, the car had already stopped.

“Let’s go eat,” Tiffany said, stepping out of the car and leading the way into the restaurant.

Just as they were about to head inside, they crossed paths with a couple walking out, arm in arm.

It was an unlucky encounter because that couple was none other than Freddie and Milly.

Chapter 222 Chapter 222 Milly was still the same as always, draped head to toe in high-end designer clothes and sparkling accessories. She strutted in her flashy high heels like a proud peacock. Her arm entwined with the man beside her, while her gaze revealed a hint of provocation.

The moment Abbie saw them, her expression shifted drastically.

Tiffany took a casual glance at the man.

He was dressed in a deep blue suit. He was tall, with a handsome face that seemed well-suited to his thirty years. She knew he had to be Freddie.

Tiffany was slightly disappointed, thinking, ‘Not even remotely handsome!

Comparing Freddie to someone with an explosive physique, commanding presence, and the aura of a king was like comparing night and day. It was not even worth a comparison!

Sensing her gaze, Freddie smirked, throwing her a playful, almost flirtatious look. Tiffany nearly gagged.

She realized then that it was a mistake to compare the moon in the sky with the mud in the ditch.

Milly, however, had her entire focus locked on Abbie.

Spotting her here, her smile turned mocking. “Oh my, Abbie, what a coincidence. You’re really shameless. Were you hoping for a chance encounter since you knew Freddie and I would be dining here?” Abbie stayed silent, her mind racing.

Two years had passed. Never had she imagined she’d run into Freddie in a setting like this.

The memory of him begging her to take the fall for his mistake, sweet-talking her into shouldering the blame, still haunted her. Now, everything had flipped.

Abbie was no longer the celebrated actress of her past, but a disgraced pariah, while Freddie had risen from an unknown nobody to a top-tier star.

Fate was playing a cruel joke on her.

Abbie suddenly laughed. She kept laughing for a moment.

Milly’s expression soured with disgust. “What’s the matter? Acting crazy now?” But Abbie abruptly stopped laughing, her face instantly cold. “Shut up. You’re not in any position to speak here.” Her sharp glare and frosty demeanor silenced Milly immediately. For a fleeting moment, Milly felt she was standing before the top-tier actress who could command scene.

any On the other hand, she felt like she had been reduced to the insignificant newbie she once was.

Immediately, Milly’s face turned bright red. “How dare you talk to me like that? Don’t think that you’re going to have a -comeback just because some no-name entertainment company picked you up!” She sneered, adding, “Maybe even that opportunity was something you had to trade your body for, right?” Abbie’s eyes grew colder. “That sounds more like your story, doesn’t it? Do you think people don’t know how you climbed to your current status? Or do you need a reminder?” While the outside world might see glamour and success, within the industry, everyone knew each other’s secrets.

“You…” Milly was seething in anger.

She snapped, “Your time is over! Do you really think a scandal-ridden actress can rise to fame again? Pathetic!” With no one else around to stop her, Milly felt free to spew whatever venom she wanted. But Abbie wasn’t fazed.

Meanwhile, Tiffany, barely paying attention to the argument, glanced down at her phone and scrolled through the latest updates.

Unsurprisingly, the trending topics had already exploded, with several hot headlines climbing to the top. The bold, black- and-red fonts stood out, efficiency at its finest.

Tiffany smirked, lazily shoving her phone in front of Milly’s face. She remarked, “You’re right. Disgraced celebrities are bound to be done for.” Several glaring headlines flashed on the screen.

“The truth behind Abbie’s imprisonment!” “Freddie, the heartless betrayer!” “Dark truth of Milly’s rise to fame!” Just these three were enough to send chills down Milly’s spine. She stood there, stunned.

And it wasn’t just her. Even Freddie, who had been discreetly trying to flirt with Tiffany, was frozen in shock.

That matter was two years ago. Despite the unexpected run-in with Abbie today, he had felt untouchable. After all, so much time had passed. He thought no one would have any proof.

However, this trending revelation was a game-changer. Freddie knew if they had concrete evidence, the consequences would be unthinkable!

Milly let out a panicked scream. “How could this happen?” She lunged forward, trying to snatch the phone, but Tiffany quickly pulled it back.

Tiffany said, “Stop shrieking. Instead of showing off here, why don’t you go home and figure out how to handle the PR nightmare?” She chuckled and turned to Freddie, who looked equally dazed. She raised her chin, her expression cocky and unyielding.

Tiffany remarked, “Do you even have any shame? Look at yourself, pathetic. Do you think you have what it takes to come after me? Trash.” That filthy look Freddie had given her earlier made her guess the disgusting thoughts that had Stomach turn. She could been running through his head.

After delivering her harsh retort, Tiffany shoved him aside and strutted off, her steps graceful and poised.

Abbie, her manager, and her assistant followed closely behind, almost like a queen leading her retinue.

*****

They entered the restaurant and took their seats.

Once they ordered a large selection of dishes, the waiter left with the menu, leaving the group alone. Except for Tiffany, everyone else was glued to their phones.

Abbie’s assistant, eyes wide with shock, stared at the endless stream of explosive revelations. “Oh my God! I can’t believe there was this whole layer of truth behind everything. Abbie, you were too trusting back then!” Nevaeh had known some details but was floored by the extent of the revelations. She cursed, “Freddie is a s***ag!” Abbie, too, was scrolling through the news, but no one was more shaken than her.

This was the revenge she had dreamed of for years, the truth she had been powerless to reveal.

And yet now, someone had laid it all out for her, piece by piece, with undeniable proof.

Even the fabricated report from that injury incident had resurfaced.

It proved how she and Freddie had been secretly in love back then. After Freddie had hurt someone while drunk, she had taken the fall for him, tarnishing her name. And that was the beginning of her downfall.

While Abbie languished in prison, Freddie stole all her resources, leveraging her connections to climb the ranks.

Within a year, he had claimed the title of best actor, all while cozying up to Milly, who had also risen to fame by stepping on Abbie’s back.

They had become the entertainment industry’s golden couple, frequently flaunting their relationship in public. Many had expected them to officially announce their engagement any day.

However, no one could have predicted that such an earth-shattering scandal would break instead.

Social media had erupted into chaos. Within minutes, the posts had been retweeted over 500 thousand times.

For years, Abbie had been vilified. But now, people were speaking up for her.

“She destroyed her career for a guy like that? Not worth it. Remember how huge Abbie was back in the day? So sad.” “She was betrayed, stabbed in the back. How did she survive all these years? Poor Abbie!” “Both of them are trash! Ugh, I can’t believe I used to be his fan. Never again!” “Can these two just disappear already? I’m so disgusted! Abbie deserves her comeback. Crush them both!” Abbie scrolled through countless comments, her eyes filling with tears.

She had never imagined there would be a day when the truth would finally come to light.

After years of being trapped in darkness, battered and broken, she was now seeing a glimmer of hope.

It took her a long time to regain her composure. Finally, she looked up and asked, “Tiffany, did you have these stories. leaked?”

Chapter 223 Chapter 223 The dishes were already served, and Tiffany was starving. She began to eat and casually replied, “Yes.” She admitted it without hesitation.

Seeing Abbie still in tears, she handed over a tissue and said nonchalantly, “I was going to give you a heads-up before leaking it to prepare you mentally. But those two had the nerve to get in the way of my meal, so I just dropped it and obliterated them!” Her carefree words made both Nevaeh and the assistant burst into laughter.

To Tiffany, nothing was more important than eating. When she was in her fierce and hungry mode, no one should cross her path.

If Freddie and Milly knew they were being ruthlessly exposed simply because they got in the way of Tiffany’s meal, they would be incredibly p**ed.

Of course, Tiffany did this to stand up for Abbie.

Despite Tiffany’s young age and seemingly reckless attitude, she never allowed her people to suffer or be wronged.

If justice needed to be served, she would not hesitate, and no one could harm her crew.

Abbie wiped away her tears, laughing and crying at the same time. She cried because she was moved, and she laughed for the same reason.

Only now did she realize how foolish she had been back then.

Sacrificing her bright future for that s***bag wasn’t worth it. Not one bit.

“Thank you, Tiffany,” Abbie said, her voice trembling with gratitude.

“Alright, enough tears.” Tiffany handed her another tissue, her tone relaxed. “People only learn the pain unless they hit a wall. It’s in the past now.” Although these words were meant for Abbie, Tiffany was also speaking to herself.

She had hit that same wall once, so hard that she had been left battered, yet still refused to back down.

Her price for it had been far worse than Abbie’s. In a way, the two of them were equally foolish.

Nevaeh thought for a moment and then asked, “Ms. Kelley, what if they try to take the trending topic down? Public opinion. can fade over time. If they keep a low profile, people might forget about their dirty laundry.” If Freddie and Milly controlled public opinion and stayed low for a while, no one would remember their dirty deeds as time passed.

Tiffany chuckled and leisurely took a sip of her orange juice. “They won’t be able to To ensure Freddie and Milly had no way out, she had struck a deal with Kenneth, agreeing to leave Melody alone. She even -threw in a big gesture, saying she looked forward to working with Melody in the future.

However, it was just a polite gesture. Tiffany would never work with Melody.

With everything she had done, Kenneth wouldn’t dare remove the story, not unless he wanted trouble.

And true to his word, Kenneth had kept his promise.

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+5 Meanwhile, Milly and Freddie started to feel a bit more at ease after their initial panic. They had a skilled PR team at their disposal, after all.

They had weathered plenty of storms in the last two years of their fame. This situation was no different.

Their strategy was to flip the narrative and accuse Abbie of trying to make a comeback and grab attention. They would deny everything else.

Once the trending topics were taken down and they threw some money at cleaning up their image, it would all blow over soon enough.

Or so they thought. Unexpectedly, their PR team informed them that the trending posts couldn’t be removed.

“What do you mean they can’t be taken down?” Freddie barked into the phone, losing his temper. “Just offer more money! I don’t care how much it costs. Just make it disappear!” The PR team replied, “It’s not about the money. Apparently, Mr. Kenneth Harper himself stepped in and blocked the takedown request. So, every media outlet we approached has flat-out refused to help! That means no amount of money will solve this problem.” one.

The PR team was stressed. “Who exactly did you offend this time? This is a tough Right now, the only way to calm the situation is for Abbie to step forward and say something herself” Having the person at the center of the scandal speak up was the best solution. But that suggestion was useless. There was no way Freddie was going to ask Abbie for help.

Seething with rage, Freddie slammed the phone down, cursing, “I thought you were all supposed to be the best, but you’re t you were all supposed to be the best, but you’re nothing but a bunch of useless idiots!” Milly was filled with anxiety, clutching Freddie’s hand tightly. “Why can’t we get the trending topic removed? Freddie, you need to figure something out!” However, he pushed her away in frustration. “Enough! Stop bothering me!” When things were calm, they were the picture of a sweet, loving couple. But when faced with a real crisis, their interactions quickly turned into mutual blame.

Freddie said, “If it weren’t for you provoking her last time, would she have retaliated so ruthlessly like this?” “You’re blaming me?” Milly was livid. “If you cared about her so much, why did you make her take the fall for you? And now you’re putting all the blame on me?” “That was your idea!” Freddie snapped, turning his face away.

“But you agreed. You enjoyed all the resources she brought you! You thrived on her hard work! And then it was you kicked her to the curb!” Milly laughed bitterly.

who She continued, “Yes, I trampled over her, cut off her contracts, and forced her to take on those no-name web dramas. I admit that. But what about you? What right do you have to accuse me With that, she stormed out of Freddie’s house in anger.

This mansion, which they had only recently purchased, had yet to be discovered by paparazzi. So when Milly left in her car alone, no one captured the moment.

She felt that relying on Freddie was useless.

She gripped the steering wheel tightly. She had clawed her way to the top. There was no way she was going to let this scandal ruin her.

She kept thinking of a solution.

With the Harper family involved, every major media outlet had refused to cooperate. If Milly wanted to get the story removed, she’d need someone more powerful than the Harper family..

She knew there was only one person, Richard.

If she could align herself with him, the entertainment industry would be child’s play. She’d be unstoppable with influence and protection.

With this thought, Milly no longer hesitated and drove straight to Royal Bay.

*****

It was late at night. The sky held only a few scattered stars. Clouds moved across the sky, obscuring the crescent moon, and casting a hazy glow over the earth.

Royal Bay remained grand and imposing under the cover of night. The large villa was brightly lit, and in the mist that gently rose from the hilltop. The place felt mysterious and majestic.

Milly cautiously approached, glancing around.

Oddly enough, the gates were closed, and everything was eerily quiet. There wasn’t a single servant or bodyguard in sight.

Though the lack of visible guards was strange, Royal Bay was rumored to have the most advanced security technology in the world.

Even the smallest intruder, like a fly, would be scanned thoroughly.

Milly was in awe that this was the lifestyle of a man who truly stood at the top of the world.

A king’s level of luxury, unmatched wealth, and power that could shake nations. She fantasized if she could get close to Richard… That thought gave Milly the courage to step up to the front gate. She the iron gates opened automatically for her.

was about press the doorbell when, with a soft click, She thought, ‘What’s going on? Had Mr. Hampton seen me coming and opened the gates for me?” Excitement and nerves flooded her as she quickly smoothed out her dress. She stepped through the gates of Royal Bay nervously.

Chapter 224 Chapter 224 Just as Milly stepped inside, she heard a low, guttural growl from the shadows beneath a nearby tree.

It sounded like an animal, but something was unsettling about it. It was a mix of threat and hostility. On this eerie, quiet night, the sound was terrifying.

Horrified, Milly clutched her chest, trying to calm herself. ‘It’s probably just a cat or a dog,’ she thought.

Since the iron gate opened, that meant Richard welcomed her, so surely no harm would come her way. With her nerves slightly settled, she took another step forward.

Suddenly, two glowing eyes opened from the shadows. The massive figure of a beast emerged, revealing itself bit by bit.

It had razor-sharp fangs, claws capable of tearing through flesh, and a menacing gaze. This was no ordinary animal. It had distinct marks, carrying an overwhelming presence while it walked at a leisurely pace.

Milly’s expression changed drastically after seeing it.

It was a tiger. A living, breathing tiger, roaming free with no chains or cages to contain it.

Milly’s face turned ashen. Her mind screamed in horror. Her legs gave out, and any thought of running or screaming vanished. She could only tremble uncontrollably.

The tiger slowly closed in on her, its hot breath grazing her skin.

‘Is it going to eat me?’ she thought as tears streamed uncontrollably down her face. She fell to the ground, helpless and terrified. “Help… please… someone… help me…” But no one answered.

The tiger, towering over her, glanced down at her pathetic state before casually lifting one of its massive paws. In an effortless motion, it swatted Milly like a ball, sending her flying out of the gate.

She tumbled through the air before crashing to the ground. The iron gate silently closed behind her.

Inside the estate, the tiger shook its head and strutted back with the air of a king. Its gaze held a hint of disdain.

It seemed it was despised of Milly intruding on its master’s domain. Everything here, including the man who struck fear into the hearts of all, belonged to its master. And its master was none other than Tiffany.

Milly, lying outside the gate, ignored the pain in her body. Instead, she was overwhelmed with relief at having narrowly escaped death.

After a long while, once she could move again, she crawled back to her car and scrambled inside.

Her body was shaking as she started the engine and sped away. The car swerved erratically down the road as if she was drunk.

Inside Royal Bay, Garry watched the whole scene unfold on the security cameras and burst out laughing.

It was he who had opened the gate remotely, knowing Richard had no time to deal with the likes of Milly.

Perfect solution!’ he thought. This way, she’d never dare return.

“Nicely done,” Garry couldn’t help but praise himself.

In the past two days, public opinion continued to escalate with the situation spiraling out of control.

After being forced into a corner, Freddie tried to maintain his composure. However, it lasted only a day before he waited outside A***e’s apartment. He was wrapped tightly in layers of clothing.

It was late when A**e returned from a long day of filming. She was searching her bag for her keys as she stepped out of the elevator.

To her surprise, someone was standing by her door.

The figure was bundled up, making it hard to see his face and hair. But even from behind, she recognized Freddie immediately.

Seeing her, Freddie became visibly emotional. “A**e… How have you been?” he asked nervously.

He was playing the sympathy card now, but A**ie wasn’t fooled. She sneered.

She remembered how indifferent he’d been three days ago when they crossed paths outside that restaurant. His disdain for her back then had been palpable.

Abbie let out a cold laugh and said, “Leave.” He didn’t even deserve to stand in front of her.

Desperate, Freddie reached out and grabbed her hand, just like he had two years ago when he made promises he never kept. “***e, give me another chance! Everything that happened before was my fault.” He added, “I was heartless, I was ungrateful! But I swear I’ve always cared about you. I still love you. Please, for the sake of what we had, help me one last time.” A**e listened and was surprised to find herself feeling no anger or resentment. She had suffered enough in the last two years to see him for who he really was.

She said calmly, “I figured you’d come looking for me eventually. But I didn’t expect you to still be this shameless.” She yanked her hand away, her expression mocking. “Freddie, have some dignity. And while you’re at it, leave me mine too. Every time I see you, I remember how blind I was back then. Your presence is a reminder of my greatest humiliation.” The best outcome would be for them to never see each other again.

Freddie, not expecting her to be so blunt, was stunned. His eyes were full of sorrow. “You really can’t give me one more chance?” “Leave,” she repeated, unlocking her door and shutting it behind her without a second thought.

With that, a door stood between them, cutting him off from her world. A***ie took a deep breath. Just as Tiffany had once told her, what was in the past was truly over.

*****

The next day, a piece of news spread like wildfire, dominating headlines. Freddie had turned himself in.

Before his surrender, he held a press conference, admitting to his wrongdoings from years ago. He bowed in apology and exited with as much dignity as he could muster.

When Tiffany saw the news, she raised an eyebrow, somewhat surprised.

Freddie had shown more guts than she had expected.

He was already backed into a corner, with companies cutting ties, endorsements dropping him, and multiple unreleased films facing costly repercussions due to his downfall.

If he had continued to resist, he would never have been able to make a comeback. Turning himself in was his only way out. Perhaps it might even win him a shred of public sympathy.

Once the storm had passed, though his return to the spotlight would be difficult, he might still salvage some of his reputation.

Besides, the fortune he’d am***ed over the past few years was more than enough to sustain him, even if he switched to another industry.

After Freddie’s confession, the authorities reopened the investigation into the events of the past.

Everything came to light. Though A**e had her reasons for taking the fall for someone else, doing so was still a crime.

Following legal procedures, A***ie cooperated, paid the fine, and issued a sincere public apology.

With that, the darkness that had loomed over her for two years finally dissipated. But there was still Milly to deal with next.

Chapter 225 Chapter 225 To be précise, Milly was ultimately dragged down by Freddie.

The entertainment industry’s golden couple, once flaunting their love in public just days ago, had now seen their picture- perfect image shattered, leading to their breakup.

When Freddie turned himself in, he admitted that someone had instigated him back then. He had acted out of foolishness.

While he didn’t reveal who had pushed him into it, a trail of rumors soon led to a series of scandals involving Milly.

The dirt dug up on Milly included her unscrupulous rise to fame, her notorious behavior as a third party in others’ relationships, her diva attitude, and her generally terrible reputation.

One particular revelation was how she sabotaged Abbie’s career before her comeback.

She secretly ensured that every established director avoided working with her. This forced Abbie to accept roles in small productions, where she faced constant difficulties.

As the saying went, “What goes around, comes around.” Milly and Freddie had their time in the spotlight, but now they had become pariahs, and Milly was unlikely to recover from this downfall.

Meanwhile, after years of being pushed aside, Abbie could finally step back into the public eye with her head held high.

As Abbie’s boss and friend, Tiffany decided to throw a celebratory party.

It would serve as a way for Abbie to close the chapter on her troubled past and mark her official comeback. She also brought along Zoe, Abbie’s young fan.

After classes ended, Tiffany took Zoe to Skyline Bar.

She had rented out the entire venue, inviting only those close to them, and the atmosphere was electric.

Under the dazzling lights, with the deafening music pumping, Tiffany sat in a booth, a couple of empty bottles beside her.

Watching the crowd let loose on the dance floor, she smiled, finding comfort in the lively scene. At least everyone seemed happy.

Intent on letting go herself, Tiffany reached for another drink, but a hand suddenly snatched it away. Abbie had appeared at some point and said, “You’re still recovering. Why are you drinking?” Tiffany sighed. “I’m fine now. I can jump and walk!” Her recovery had been quicker than expected. She had been so focused on dealing with Freddie that she barely paid attention to her injury. By that morning, the wound had almost fully healed.

“Fine or not, you’re not drinking,” Abbie replied, sitting next to her. “You’re too young. How about you drink some milk instead?” “No way!” Tiffany shook her head stubbornly.

She had already had quite a bit to drink, and the alcohol fumes were evident. Even her usually bright eyes were starting to show signs of intoxication.

“Drinking makes me feel better,” she muttered.

“Why do you need to feel better?” Abbie asked.

“I don’t know. I just feel bad.” Tiffany pointed to her chest, her expression tinged with sadness and frustration. “Here… It feels heavy.” Abbie paused, staring at her for a moment.

Tiffany’s face had taken on a faint flush, a clear sign she had had enough to drink. She was caught between seeming perfectly lucid and somewhat out of it.

“Tiffany, do you have something on your mind?” Abbie asked gently.

“Of course. I’ve got plenty on my mind,” Tiffany replied with a playful smile.

Seizing the moment while Abbie wasn’t paying attention, she quickly snatched the glass back and downed the drink in one go. There was no stopping her.

“Today is a happy day. Let’s forget all the bad stuff from before and celebrate your comeback!” Tiffany exclaimed with infectious energy, pouring two more drinks. The way she held herself was bold and daring. “Come on, Abbie, cheers!” Abbie, although exasperated, couldn’t resist clinking glasses with her. The crisp sound of the glasses meeting rang out, and Tiffany’s face lit up with a brilliant smile.

Time passed, and both women found themselves more than a little tipsy.

Abbie could handle her alcohol, something she’d built up over years of socializing.

However, Tiffany couldn’t handle it. Eventually, she slumped over the table, clearly drunk, and began mumbling incoherently.

“When you’re forced to make a choice, how do you know what to do?” Tiffany slurred.

Abbie had no idea what she was talking about, but she responded with calm patience. “Follow your heart. Do what you feel is right.” and “Sometimes, your eyes your mouth might deceive you, but your heart never will,” Abbie added with a soft smile.

Tiffany seemed to think it over, her expression wavering between understanding and confusion. Then, she suddenly asked, “What about someone with no heart?” Abbie paused, a little caught off guard, before laughing softly. “No, it’s not that they don’t have one. You just haven’t found it yet.” Tiffany lowered her head, looking lost. It sounded simple, yet it felt so complicated.

Shaking off that line of thought, Tiffany hiccupped and said, “I’m so happy. I destroyed that despicable couple, and Leaused Kenneth to lose a ton of money! That feels good!” Tiffany stretched lazily.

Her recent dealings with Kenneth had gone better than she could’ve imagined.

The media frenzy over Freddie and Milly’s scandal had only grown. Despite their attempts to pay a fortune to suppress the news, the media could only refuse under Kenneth’s order/ Hence, Kenneth lost a significant amount in the process.

Tiffany chuckled contentedly, sinking deeper into the booth. Before long, she drifted off into a blissful sleep.

When Zoe returned to their booth after a wild time on the dance floor, she found Tiffany and Abbie slumped against each other. They were drunk, and reeking of alcohol.

Zoe was at a loss for what to do. She quickly waved over Nevaeh and the assistant, deciding to send Tiffany back to school first, then take Abbie home afterward.

In the middle of the night, Tiffany awoke groggily, finding herself back in her dorm room on campus. It was familiar and comforting. Relieved, she closed her eyes and drifted back to sleep.

A couple of hours later, Tiffany stirred again, her head throbbing and her throat burning with thirst. She wanted to get some water, but her body felt too heavy to move.

As the night dragged on, her discomfort grew, her stomach churning. When she finally managed to turn on the light, she noticed a glass of warm water sitting by her bedside.

‘What? Had I poured it and forgotten?’ Her memory was hazy from all the drinking. But unable to recall, she picked up the glass and downed it, the warmth soothing the fire in her throat.

Feeling a bit better, she lay back down, noting the faint light creeping through the window. Dawn was approaching. With a tired sigh, Tiffany rolled over and fell into deep sleep.

The curtains fluttered gently in the breeze from the window.

open A tall, shadowy figure slipped quietly into the room. His long fingers reached down to refill the now-empty glass of water by Tiffany’s bedside. The entire room was filled with the faint scent of alcohol.

‘How much had she had to drink?’ Richard stood there for a long moment, his cold, sharp features softened by a trace of helplessness.

Tiffany was so drunk, completely defenseless. There was no way he could feel at ease like this.

Tiffany, asleep on the bed, looked peaceful and endearing, her flushed cheeks inviting his hand to reach out and touch them. Yet, after a brief hesitation, he restrained himself.

Just then, Tiffany stirred in her sleep.

Richard turned to leave, only to feel a pair of small, warm hands grab hold of him tightly.

Chapter 226 Chapter 226 Richard froze in place, his entire body tense.

From behind him came a soft, sleepy voice, laced with a hint of drowsiness. “Don’t go.” Those words were like a cat’s gentle clawing, leaving a tingling sensation that stirred his heart into chaos.

“Don’t go…” Tiffany repeated, her voice fragile yet insistent.

Richard frowned, knowing full well that if he stayed, leaving would no longer be an option. Determined, he began to gently pry Tiffany’s hand from his wrist.

But suddenly, Tiffany sat up and grabbed his arm tightly, clinging to him as if she were glued to his side, refusing to let go.

Then came that pitiful voice, trembling with unshed tears. “Do you really hate me that much? In reality, you avoid me, and now you won’t even stay in my dreams?” Richard thought, ‘Does she think this is a dream? Good. At least she will think this is not real.’ Richard turned back coldly, his expression indifferent. “Let go.” “I won’t!” she declared, her voice firm. She wouldn’t let him go. Her determined eyes locked onto him, unwavering in their conviction.

Richard remained silent. Yet, her strength was nothing compared to his. With a simple twist, he easily slipped free of her grasp.

He quickly moved toward the window, ready to disappear into the night.

But just as he was about to leave, a loud thud echoed behind him.

Turning around, he saw Tiffany had tried to chase after him but had misjudged her balance, falling off the bed with a heavy thump. Her head hit the floor first, and a bright red bump immediately formed on her forehead.

Richard’s knuckles turned white from clenching his fists.

He forced himself to stay still, but his heart twisted painfully at the sight. He watched as her tears welled up, huge droplets rolling down her cheeks.

Then, in a voice thick with tears, she cried, “It hurts…” Hearing her cry out, all of Richard’s defenses crumbled. His cold heart began to shatter. Watching her bruised and crying on the floor, even if his heart were made of steel, it would have melted.

And when it came to Tiffany, he had no defenses to begin with.

In this instant, there was no thought of letting her go, no intention of keeping his distance, and certainly no space left for concerns about James standing in the way.

Without another moment’s hesitation, Richard rushed to her side, gently lifting her into his arms and placing her back on -the bed. The sight of her swollen, bruised forehead made his heart ache with guilt.

It was all his fault.

Tiffany, still sobbing, didn’t even care about the pain anymore. She wrapped her arms tightly around his neck, her flood of emotions pouring out in waves.

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+5 “Don’t go. Don’t leave me…she pleaded, tears streaming down her face like an abandoned child left by the roadside, utterly heartbroken.

Richard’s heart softened instantly, melting into a pool of tenderness. He held her close, gently patting her back, his voice soothing as he whispered, “I won’t leave. I’m not going anywhere. Please, don’t cry.” But Tiffany seemed lost in her world, her voice barely above a whisper as she let slip the thoughts she had hidden deep within her heart. “Someone told me that sometimes your eyes can lie, and your mouth can lie, but your heart never will.” Her voice wavered. “And right now, my heart is telling me… My feelings for you… they might be more than just a little bit.” Her words, fragile and raw with emotion, hung in the air.

Richard was stunned. His elegant features betrayed his shock, but within seconds, a powerful surge of joy lit expression.

“What did you just say?” Richard’s voice trembled as he looked at her, his hand slightly shaking.

up his He was usually so commanding and fearless. At that moment, he wore an expression filled with an unusual blend of nervousness and hope.

He said, “Could you repeat what you said?” “… No.” Tiffany sniffled, her eyes red and swollen. The rejection came without hesitation.

Richard didn’t speak, but it felt as if his heart had split open at her refusal.

However, he saw her lift her head, a mischievous smile lighting up her tear-streaked face. Her eyes sparkled as she said, I’ll show you instead.” Before he could react, she flung herself toward him, and a soft, slightly cool kiss, tinged with the faint sweetness of alcohol, landed on his lips.

Tiffany pulled back, wiping her nose, and asked, “Was that clear enough?” Richard froze for a moment, then suddenly laughed.

It was unlike any cold smile he had shown before. This time, his face lit up, like ice thawing in the warmth of spring, and a glimmer of starlight shone in his eyes.

Tiffany found herself momentarily stunned. His face, dazzling as always, had a way of making her heart skip a beat every time.

Before she could process strong embrace.

spun what was happening, the world around her, and she found herself pulled into his warm, That breathtaking face was now inches away, his intense “Tiffany Kelley, listen carefully.” “What?” She blinked, startled by the sound of her full name.

locking onto hers as he spoke with complete seriousness.

Then his voice, deep and filled with dominance, echoed in her mind. “I will never let you go for the rest of my life.” Life or death, he would never release her from his rasp With that declaration, Richard sealed his vow with a passionate kiss, filled with possessiveness and an unyielding determination. It wasn’t just a kiss. It was a claim, a mark, a promise.

Tiffany felt light-headed, overwhelmed by the intensity of it all, yet her heart bloomed with a warm, sweet sensation, like a flower blossoming at the center of her chest.

She had no idea how long had passed. But when she finally felt like she might suffocate, Richard released her, his gaze even more fiery than before. It was so intense, it was almost scorching It was as if he could turn into a ravenous wolf at any moment and devour her whole.

Tiffany, nervously playing with her fingers, couldn’t help but mutter, “Don’t push your luck. My feelings for you aren’t that strong.” She even held up her fingers, showing a tiny gap to demonstrate Yes. my feelings are pathetically small, like a tiny speck But Richard’s smile only grew wider, a grin that could charm anyone. “That’s fine. I’ll make sure that little bit becomes infinite.” Tiffany blinked, not sure how to respond. She wanted to say something more but couldn’t fight off the dizziness that suddenly overcame her.

With the amount of alcohol she had consumed, combined with the knock on her head, it was a wonder she had stayed conscious this long.

The next morning, Zoe had brought breakfast over to check on Tiffany, only to find the room empty. The bed was unmade, and a half-finished glass of water sat on the table.

“Where did she go?” Zoe was confused.

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Meanwhile, at Royal Bay.

Tiffany woke up late, the sun already high in the sky. Dazed, she rubbed her aching head.

Pain shot through her skull, and she sucked in a sharp breath. Who hit me while I was asleep?” Just as she was about to curse someone out, she realized something was wrong.

This wasn’t the school dormitory. Looking around, Tiffany was stunned.

If she wasn’t mistaken, this was Royal Bay.

Furthermore, she was in the master bedroom of Royal Bay. In other words, she had slept in Richard’s room.

‘What happened?’ Tiffany quickly scrambled out of bed, only to discover that her clothes had been changed.

‘What on earth had happened last night?’ Tiffany thought. She was worried that after getting drunk, she had somehow ended up there and done something inappropriate to Richard.

Chapter 227 Chapter 227 If that was the case, it was a miracle that she had still survived.

As she grew more flustered, Tiffany prepared to go out. However, just as she reached the door, she heard a click as the grand and heavy door was opened from the outside.

Then a tall and noble figure came into her view, who had sharp eyebrows and starry eyes.

Who else could it be but Richard?

Tiffany subconsciously took a step back. She still remembered that day when she disguised herself and went to the Royal Tower for him to make peace but was rejected. His freezing cold words still echoed in her mind all the time and made her feel suffocated.

Biting her lip, Tiffany looked up and said, “I’m sorry. I was drunk yesterday. I don’t know how I got here either. I’m leaving now…” After saying that, she bowed apologetically and walked to escape. But her hand was held tightly. In a flash, she was pressed against the wall.

The man’s handsome face gradually leaned down. “I brought you back.” Tiffany was stunned. ‘But you said we should keep a distance before.

Also, she was staying with Zoe yesterday, so how was she brought to the Royal Bay?

Before she could ask the question that filled her heart, Richard said slowly, “By the way, you even confessed to me last nig Tiffany’s head went blank. “Confess what?” He replied immediately, “You said you liked me.” Tiffany was stunned and her pretty face was filled with shock and confusion.

Richard added unhurriedly, “You even said that you fell for me a long time ago and won’t let me go in this lifetime.” Tiffany’s eyes widened. “Did I? Why don’t I remember it myself?” “Oh, right.” Richard’s gaze was burning with flames and a mischievous smile appeared in his dark eyes. “You even forcefully kissed me.” Tiffany shook her head in disbelief. ‘Really? Was I so crazy when getting drunk?’ However, she really had no impression of it at all. Even if she tried her best to recall something, there were only some blurry scenes that seemed like a dream, where she seemed to be holding Richard’s hand and refused to let him go. In the end, she cried somehow, and then she seemed to have really kissed him!

Tiffany’s heart was trembling and she asked timidly, “I don’t remember anything. Can I deny it?” “You don’t remember?” Richard raised his eyebrows. His dark eyes carried gentleness and love which stirred her mind so -easily. It was like a bottomless vortex, attracting her to involuntarily sink into it bit by bit.

He smiled again. “It’s okay. I’ll help you get back the memory.” Before Tiffany could react, her lips were covered by a touch of coldness. Soon, the last gap disappeared completely.

The man’s tall figure enveloped her slender figure, and they were inseparable from each other. It felt like a drizzle through 1/3 08:12 Sat, Oct 19 Chapter 227 the leaves, then turned into a violent storm. He wished he could tear her apart and take her in.

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“Ugh…” Tiffany was in a daze. After a while, she could not help but pat his chest and say in a m**ed voice, “I, I can’t breathe.” Only then did Richard let go of her reluctantly.

Even though she was glaring at him, Tiffany’s face was blushing, full of complaints. Her soft lips were rosy, and her eyes were lucid and pure.

Richard’s mind had finally calmed down but now was unintentionally aroused again. It was too sweet. Once he touched it, he got addicted. He even wanted to hide her or put her in his pocket so that no one would have a chance to see her.

He sighed that he had indeed underestimated the appeal of the little girl to him.

Determined to restrain himself, Richard held back his hot flowing scorching blood and picked up the little girl who was barefooted on the ground.

However, this hug gave Tiffany quite a fright. “You, you, what are you doing?” Her gaze was wary and even a little nervous.

Richard found her a little funny. After placing her on the bed, he pinched her face gently and leaned closer to ask gently, “What do you think I’m going to do?” Tiffany shook her head. She did not dare to say it.

This was a private scene where a man and a woman were staying alone. What if something happened?

The little sheep could not defeat the big wolf.

Seeing that she was still vigilant, Richard squatted down helplessly and put the slippers on her feet. His actions were unbelievably gentle.

At this moment, Garry happened to barge in. When he saw this scene, his jaw almost dropped! Suspecting he was hallucinating, he rubbed his eyes and took a deep breath. ‘What the hell! Why is this? The high and mighty Mr. Hampton, who no one dares to approach, is lowering himself to put slippers on his woman!’ Not to mention Garry, even Tiffany herself was astonished.

The handsome man in front of her had a charm that made her heart race at all times as if she would accidentally fall into it if she just gave him one more glance.

She simply turned her face away from him. But even so, her face was still blushing like an ocean of crimson.

It was such a good scene, but that silly Garry ruined everything. Am I blind? Am I blind?” The perfect ambiance was destroyed just like that. Richard threw him a cold glance, and the gentleness had all gone. “If you don’t get lost, you’ll really go blind.” “Goodbye.” Garry fled away very quickly with hesitation.

Richard then held Tiffany’s hand and said, “Time to eat. Let’s go downstairs.” “I’ll walk myself.” Tiffany pulled her hand back uncomfortably and could not help but ask, “By the way, who changed my clothes?” He smiled mischievously and deliberately paused for two seconds. “It’s me…” Seeing that Tiffany’s head was almost exploding, he added slowly, “It’s me who asked the maid to change it for you.” Tiffany retracted her hand and said as she went downstairs, “I have to go back to school later.” Richard reminded her, I’ve already applied for leave for you.” “Then I have to go home too.” Tiffany touched the gauze on her forehead and sighed in her heart.

Now a new injury came before the old one healed. Originally, she did not dare to tell her parents that she had been pierced by a bullet, so she stayed in school during her recuperation. It wasn’t easy for the wound on her leg to heal and not affect her life, but now, she added a new wound to her forehead.

When they sat down to eat, the servants pulled out the chairs for them. After sending a hot towel to Tiffany to wash her hands, they respectfully left.

Everything seemed so normal. However, Tiffany could clearly feel that these servants had weird smiles on their faces.

Chapter 228 Chapter 228 The last time she was here, Tiffany was rejected outside it The servants suspected that they had some conflicts because, during that period, it was obvious that Richard was much more fickle, and there seemed to be a ruthless air hanging around him every day.

But at midnight yesterday, they saw him carry the drunk Tiffany back and treat her wounds gently. He even asked them to change her clothes.

At last, he stayed there for a long while and made sure that she was fine before he went to the guest room in relief.

The master bedroom was reserved for Tiffany.

This meant that from now on, Royal Bay would welcome its Mrs. Hampton.

The servants had basically watched Richard grow up. They saw how he had grown up from the young master of the Hampton family in the old manor to the incomparably noble Mr. Hampton now.

It had been more than 20 years. So the smiles on the servants’ faces were pure of gratification.

After dinner, under Tiffany’s strong request, Richard finally agreed to let her go.

Hence, he called John over.

The moment John saw Tiffany, he immediately smiled and nodded. “Mrs. Hampton, I’ll escort you back.” This time, Tiffany finally understood why they were smiling so tacitly. It turned out that they treated her as his wife. She fe uncomfortable being called that, so he said, “I’m not. Don’t call me that.” “Yes, Mrs. Hampton.” John grinned, revealing a row of neat white teeth.

The corners of Tiffany’s mouth twitched as she glared at the culprit beside her.

However, in Richard’s opinion, how could this gaze be hurtful at all? It was just like a little cat scratching the air and acting cute. All kinds of tempting thoughts surged in his heart, and he wished he could drag her back and never let her go for the rest of his life. But in the end, he still restrained himself.

Before Tiffany got into the car, her waist suddenly got wrapped.

She turned back, embarrassed and angry.

The servants around had already dispersed tactfully. Even John raised his head to look at the sky.

Tiffany gritted her teeth. “Richard!!” However, what responded to her was a gentle kiss on her forehead.

“Miss me, huh?” His voice was magnetic, low, and hoarse, which was unbelievably pleasant to ear.

Tiffany was angry and amused. “I’m just going home.” Richard smiled and whispered into her ear, “You still owe me a love letter.” ‘What?’ Tiffany blinked and teased, “Is this what I promised you when I was drunk?” “It’s not that.” He looked at her with a burning gaze.

His tone was extremely serious and even a little stubborn. “But I want it.” ‘Can you just stop it? Tiffany could not help but sigh. “Don’t you think it’s very childish to want a love letter? Do you know how old you are?” “I don’t think so.” He shook his head with her face reflected in his dark pupils.

It was filled with dominance and a crazy desire for possession.

When he thought about how she had written so many love letters to that bastard Kenneth when she was young, his heart was roaring with infuriating jealousy.

Tiffany was stunned. She roughly realized why he was so obsessed with a love letter. She was amused, but at the same time, she was touched.

So she nodded and smiled brightly. “Okay.” On the way back, Tiffany couldn’t help but laugh when she thought of this. The last bit of scruples and hesitation in her mind was completely thrown away. She admitted that her heart was throbbing. She couldn’t describe how much she was tempted, but at least at this moment, she was very sure of her feelings, and also his. But this letter was still kind of hard to deal with.

When Tiffany smiled for the fifth time, John, who was driving, finally couldn’t take it anymore. When he stopped at a traffic light, he turned his head around and boasted his credit. “Mrs. Hamtpon, Mr. Hampton is easy to coax, right?” ‘What? Is he? You must be kidding!’ After being reminded by him, Tiffany finally remembered how that bastard had treated her previously!

She came to look for him but was blocked outside. She disguised herself and went to his company, but he just chased hex away rudely.

“Thanks for reminding me!” Tiffany smiled brightly, but it made John shiver.

‘Oh no, I’m in trouble!’ John touched his neck and felt dreadful.

If he had known it earlier, he wouldn’t have been so gossipy. Now he had unintentionally ignited the hatred in her mind.

After sending Tiffany home, the first thing he did when he returned to Royal Bay was go to the training ground. Anyway, he should try his best not to show up before Richard.

Garry was amused. “What’s wrong with you? Did you do something wrong or get into trouble?” “Both.” John thought about it and told Garry about what had happened.

When Garry heard this, he waved his hand and said nonchalantly, “Alright, it’s not a big deal. Get him a rope to climb into her bedroom to apologize tonight. Wouldn’t the matter be resolved?” It seemed to make sense. John was scared out of his wits and really went to prepare Richard was very busy. There were still a lot of matters waiting for him to deal with.

When he saw John walk in with a rope, his eyelids twitched. “Is your head broken?” it.

“Let me show you something incredible.” As John spoke, he knelt down and explained, “Look at this rope, it’s long enough and tight. It…” Before he could finish, Richard shouted, “Get lost.” “Oh.” John stood up and left the study with the rope.

Richard did not take this matter to heart at all. When he went to climb her window again tonight, he was blocked.

It was locked, but there was a simple drawing pasted on the windowsill.

There were two very cute and childish figures in the painting. The girl was throwing a tantrum, and her starry eyes were extremely cute. Meanwhile, the little boy turned his head away proudly, looking arrogant and cool.

Richard suddenly laughed. This girl was indeed very cute when she was angry.

The night wind blew, and the paper fluttered. He reached out and carefully took it off. Looking at the two cartoon characters who looked like him and Tiffany, the smile on Richard’s lips widened. Then, he carefully kept the piece of paper in his arms.

His eyes were filled with the gentleness and warmth that could melt the away snow and revive the world.

In his eyes, this was his first love letter.

As for the tightly locked window? It was just a piece of cake.

Chapter 229 Chapter 229 Richard sent a message, then a thin and small figure sneaked into Tiffany’s room and unlocked the door for him.

It was Eric. The little guy looked up at her future brother-in-law with a smug expression. “I’m a good spy, right?” “Not bad.” Richard was very satisfied and patted his head. “Do you like the new WQ robot? I can get one for you.” Eric’s eyes lit up when he heard that!

The WQ robot was the latest technology developed by Sci-Tech Tower 9. It was said that the artificial system installed was super awesome. Eric had always desired one but Sci-Tech Tower 9 only accepted international orders.

Upon hearing this, Eric was instantly excited and called sweetly. Thank you. You’re the best brother-in-law in this world!” Richard’s heart was blooming. “Good boy.”)

Downstairs in the living room, Tiffany was forced to drink soup. Beside her were her parents who were looking at her with concern.

When she came back in the afternoon, she removed the gauze to cover the wound and even brushed her hair to cover it. However, they still discovered the swollen bump on her forehead.

So they cooked a lot for nourishment, “Tiffany, did anyone bully you in school?” “No.” Tiffany said helplessly, “I don’t want to repeat it again. I just tripped and fell. I’ll be fine soon. It’s not a big deal.” “Does it hurt?” Her mother asked again.

“It doesn’t hurt.” Tiffany shook her head and finished the bowl of soup. Then, she yawned and went upstairs under the urging of her caring parents.

She hadn’t been back for a while. This was probably the most comfortable place in this world. Stretching, she walked straight to her bed. ‘East, west, home is the best.’ However, she didn’t notice a slight hump in the quilt as she casually lifted it and lay down.

But immediately, she felt there seemed to be something wrong under the blanket.

She suddenly turned over and lifted the whole blanket, then the man’s charming handsome face and that bewitching smile rushed into her eyes. Although it was not the first time she had seen it, she still felt in awe. This man was so perfect that no flaws could be found.

Tiffany paused for seconds. When she came back to her senses, she asked in surprise, “How did you get in?” She remembered that she had locked the window. However, this man still entered her room and even climbed into her bed.

He seemed to have been waiting for her for a long time.

Richard raised his eyebrows. He could not betray his spy. Therefore, he skipped the topic and looked at Tiffany with his head propped up leisurely. “I’m here to coax you, Mrs. Hampton The way he called her was so intimate. With a deep smile, his magnetic voice sounded extremely pleasant in the night. Tiffany’s ears turned red and her heart was beating wildly. ‘God, I can’t resist it. He’s so good at it.” Richard’s deep gaze fixed on her. His eyes were pitch-black and deep, like a bottomless black hole with a strong and fatal gravity Tiffany wanted to look away, but she felt that he had already fallen into it.

Unknowingly, the air got hot quite a bit with an erotic aura surging.

Under the light, their shadows were getting closer and closer.

At this moment, there were knocks on the door. Tiffany was so shocked that she came back to her senses. She stuffed Richard under the blanket and pulled the bed curtains.

In her own home, she did not have the habit of locking the door so Thalia knocked on the door and directly walked in.

Seeing that her daughter had pulled the bed curtains tightly and only revealed her face, she could not help but laugh. “What are you doing?” “I was listening to music.” Tiffany pretended to be calm.

Fortunately, Thalia just put down the milk and left before she reminded her, “Don’t stay up too late. Sleep early.” “Got it.” Tiffany smiled.

As the footsteps receded and the door closed, Tiffany heaved a sigh of relief.

However, she heard a low laugh.

As she turned around, she saw Richard’s naughty and cozy smile. She gritted her teeth and kicked him lightly. “You’re laughing? It’s all your fault!” She did not kick him hard, but no idea precisely where she had hit.

She just saw that Richard had stopped smiling and his expression changed.

The man’s deep eyes were like a ball of fire. He wrapped his long arms around her and pulled her over. Then, he kissed her on the lips as punishment. He thought that things would calm down, but she unleashed the gate so easily and the spillway flooded again.

Richard’s face darkened as he cursed for the first time. “I’ll ***k your or later!” With that, he stood up and left through the window, leaving Tiffany in a daze.

It was more like fleeing.

Tiffany blinked. After a long while, she started to realize what was going on. ‘Oh shit! Did I kick him there?’ She burst into laughter and rolled around on the bed covering her stomach.

In the car near Cedar Ridge Villa, John watched from afar as Richard returned.

As he walked closer, John saw his face darken. He seemed to have failed to coax her and instead have irritated her.

John leaned forward and asked, “Is she still angry? Do you need a better rope?” Richard looked at him disdainfully and got into the car. “Drive.” “Yes.” John did not dare to delay anymore and quickly drove back to Royal Bay.

He glanced at the rearview mirror from time to time and realized that Richard’s expression was strange, In the back seat, Richard rubbed his eyebrows. Recalling that attack just now, it was simply fatal. He could not resist that little woman at all! She just gently kicked it, and it did not hurt or itch through the blanket, but his body instantly reacted.

After returning to Royal Bay, Richard returned to his room with a sullen expression.

He took a cold shower for more than an hour. When he lay back on the bed, he finally calmed down. Then a faint fragrance from the pillow and the blanket drifted into his nose because she had been sleeping here last night.

And then, he went to have a shower again.

Finally, he was able to fall asleep under the fragrant blanket.

Chapter 230 Chapter 230 When Tiffany went to school the next day, she was questioned by Zoe for a long time. “Tiffany, where did you go yesterday? Why didn’t I see you all day? And what’s with the bump on your head?” “I tripped and fell,” Tiffany replied nonchalantly.

“When you were drunk that night? I should have stayed to take care of you.” Zoe’s face was filled with self-blame. Her dormitory was a little far from Tiffany’s. After settling Tiffany down that night, she went back first.

Unexpectedly, when she went back to look for her the next day, Tiffany was already gone.

Tiffany smiled. “It’s fine.” The two of them chatted all the way back to the classroom.

As soon as they reached the classroom, they found that most of the people had a gilded invitation on their desks.

‘Why would someone send invitations to the school?’ Tiffany casually picked one up and smiled. As expected, her guess was right.

This was Sandra’s wedding invitation.

Her life seemed to be quite leisurely after she married into the Booth family.

Zoe took a look and immediately pursed her lips. “Tiffany, don’t go.” “Why?” Tiffany tilted her head.

some tricks to deal with you!” After Zoe finished speaking, she pointed at “She must be up to no good. She might have Kenneth’s table. There was also an invitation on it. “Also, I reckon that he might not even go.” Sandra used to be following Kenneth all day. But now, he already had Melody by his side.

Under such circumstances, would he still attend the wedding? Moreover, considering Kenneth’s status, he did not need to condescend at all.

Tiffany laughed. “You’re right, but… I can’t guarantee anything else, but I can tell you this for sure. Kenneth will definitely go.” Even if he decided not to go at the start, as long as Sandra said she wanted to see him one last time before she started her new life, Kenneth would definitely be present. He always fell for this trick.

Zoe was slightly stunned. She asked again, “What about you, Tiffany?” “Of course, I will be there.” As Sandra’s cousin, how could she be absent? No matter what tricks Sandra had prepared to deal with her, Tiffany would still be there.

Because even if she didn’t go, her parents would attend it on behalf of her in case the rumors about their family came again. At the very least, they still maintained the last bit of kinship, or they would be criticized for being cold-blooded and heartless.

Perhaps Sandra had predicted this, so she was not Orried at all that Tiffany wouldn’t go.

Tiffany sat down in her seat with a cozy posture as usual.

A playful smile appeared on her face. It was time to give Sandra a gift.

When Kenneth walked into the classroom, he saw Tiffany among the crowd.

She sat by the window and lowered her head to write something on the paper. Under the sunlight, her side profile was stunningly beautiful.

Her long eyelashes were lowered, like dancing butterflies. Her fair and flawless skin seemed to be glowing.

As he walked closer step by step, Kenneth could even see tiny and cute fur on the side of her face.

When he got to her desk, Tiffany raised her head.

Her eyes as bright as the stars looked at him coldly..

Kenneth suddenly came back to his senses and looked away awkwardly. Back in his seat, his heart was still beating uncontrollably. Am I crazy? Am I watching here?’ He was so engrossed as if he was possessed. Crazy, he must be crazy!

At this moment, Melody walked in.

As soon as she saw him, she rebuked, “Kenneth, didn’t you hear me call you just now? You didn’t even wait for me.” “Huh?” Kenneth was stunned. “I didn’t hear it.” Melody took his hand. “What’s wrong with you recently? Why are you distracted from time to time?” “Nothing…” Kenneth smiled, but his eyes secretly glanced at ‘ He didn’t even know the reason. But for several nights in a row, he dreamed. He always dreamed of things that happened a few years ago. At that time, Tiffany, at 15 or 16 years old, chased after him every day and smiled innocently.

He could only blame himself for being too stupid when his pals nudged him so he felt embarrassed to be pursued by a girl. This was why he had been cold to her.

However, the scene changed. In the dream, Tiffany was thin and imprisoned. That pair of lucid eyes lost their luster.

Kenneth did not know why he had such a horrible dream. It was indescribably strange as if everything had really happened What was worse, in his dream, he was the one who sent Tiffany to jail.

‘Why would I do that?’ He got a headache somehow.

Seeing that he was distracted again, Melody gently pushed him and said with a smile, “Kenneth, there is an invitation for you. Aren’t you going to take a look?” After being interrupted by her, Kenneth broke away from his thoughts. He temporarily forgot about this strange dream that he could not figure out.

Then he lowered his head and saw the gilded invitation on the table.

He opened it and saw that it was the wedding invitation from Sandra.

Kenneth shook his head without hesitation. “I’m not going.” SA When she heard that it was a wedding, Melody was a little surprised. She seemed quite interested in attending it.

When she heard that Kenneth wasn’t going, her excitement immediately wilted and she said aggrievedly, “You’ve been invited. Aren’t you going?” She had already made it very obvious. If it was before, he would definitely ask her if she wanted to go. If she nodded, he would naturally agree.

However, this time, Kenneth replied calmly, “It’s not important. I’m not going.” As he spoke, he casually threw the invitation away and left his seat.

However, when he passed by Tiffany, he heard Zoe say, “Tiffany, I was worried about you going there. What if Sandra is up to something again this time?” “Tiffany will also attend Sandra’s wedding?’ He wrote it down in his mind secretly.

When he returned to his seat, he saw Melody still leaning on the table and sighing. “Since you want to go, I’ll bring you there.” “Really?” Melody instantly smiled brightly. It was like a beautiful flower blooming, extremely eye-catching.

Kenneth only nodded and lowered his head to flip through the book, but he subconsciously clenched his fists.

The smile on Melody’s face faded bit by bit. Then, she returned to her seat.

On her left, from 10 feet away, she looked sideways and saw Tiffany writing something with her eyes lowered.

Even her side profile was still shockingly beautiful. From head to toe, her entire body was filled with a charming aura, pure like an angel.

Melody retracted her gaze back to the book. With a strong stroke, the page was cut.