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“What’s the matter? Is there something on my face?”

Larry’s voice startled her out of her thoughts, and when she looked up, their eyes met.

“No. I was just thinking of something,” Joan replied with a smile. “Are you done with work? If you’re not, you can continue. I have nothing to do, so I’m fine with just sitting here.”

She knew Larry was busy with his work, so she was understanding. Joan never insisted on Larry to spend more time on her, nor did she interrupt him while he was working.

Staring at him, Joan thought, is more than enough for me.

“I’m done. I was dealing with the Wards’ matter earlier,” Larry calmly said.

However, his gaze was fixed on Joan, as if he could not get enough of seeing her.

“The Wards? What is it?” Joan queried.

She knew about Gabriella’s incident. Although Gabriella now had a terrible life, Joan could not find it in herself to feel pity for her.

What goes around comes around.

For her not to hate Gabriella nor make her life difficult was already an act too kind from Joan. After all, what the former had done to Larry and her was almost unforgivable.

“Landon Ward called last night, asking for our forgiveness,” Larry continued. “He said this is all Gabriella’s fault and that he had lost his mind back then because of her words. Now, he knows that he’s in the wrong, and he’s hoping that we can forgive him. Also, he said he’ll be compensating for our loss.”

“I see,” Joan muttered with a nod. “If this was all Gabriella’s fault, should we forgive the Ward family then? They’re already having a hard enough time.”

Joan knew what the Norton Corporation was doing to the Ward family.

Nevertheless, she did not think that there was anything wrong with what the Norton Corporation was doing. Since the other party was the one to provoke them, Joan thought it was normal for them to punish them in return.

Now that the Wards were offering their apologies, Joan’s kind heart revealed itself; she immediately began putting in a good word for them.

After all, Gabriella was already disowned by the Wards, and the Wards had paid a large price for their mistake.

“Yes, I think so too. The Wards weren’t really the ones who made the mistake, and I don’t plan to drive them to the edge of the cliff. I’m actually quite satisfied with how the Wards had dealt with the matter. Well, then. Let’s let the Wards off the hook now,” Larry stated with a nod.

Promptly, he called to tell his subordinates to stop targeting the Ward Group and let them do as they pleased from then on.

“What? What do you mean by someone is here to discuss a business deal with us? Who’s that brave individual? Didn’t the Norton family get rid of all our business partners?” Landon whispered in disbelief as he sat in his office.

“Mr. Ward, it’s true. It isn’t just one; several companies are contacting our company, hoping to collaborate with us,” the general manager of Ward Group assured Landon.

“Why? What happened?”

Landon would never believe that the companies would look for theirs without a good reason. Something must have happened.

However, no matter how hard Landon mulled over it, he came up with no answers.

“Norton Corporation has accepted our apology and stopped targeting us. That’s why various companies are hoping to collaborate with us again,” the general manager explained.

“That’s great news! God is really still on our side!”

Landon threw his head back to laugh boisterously. The Ward Group had been stuck on the verge of death for what seemed like eons, and Landon had done everything to save the Ward family. In fact, he even used his savings to salvage the family and the company.

Right as despair was about to overwhelm him, good news arrived.

The Wards were finally going to get better.

But the daughter I love…

Landon sighed. Guilt surged in his chest whenever he thought about his daughter.

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A peaceful moment finally came to the lively Marsingfill.

As always, Norton Corporation was the leading company in the city. Both Larry and Joan had a sweet and peaceful life. At the same time, Ward Group slowly returned to its original stability.

As Larry did not plan to settle the score with the Johnson family, they remained the same.

The only change they had was that a new member joined them.

That day, Gabriella engaged Carl.

The Johnsons were no prominent family, but the engagement ceremony was still a vibrant one where many friends and family came to witness the event.

At the end of the day, Gabriella and Carl became a family despite their complicated past.

With everybody’s blessing, the two exchanged rings. From then on, Gabriella was Carl’s fiancée.

“We’ll have a good future,” Gabriella mumbled to herself as hope filled her eyes.

She wanted to have a peaceful and blissful life from then on; she was tired of setting people up and getting set up.

If Carl could read Gabriella’s mind, he would have laughed at her for being too naive.

You’ve hurt me so many times. Now, you’re the fish on my chopping board.

Gabriella, Gabriella. This is only the start of your living hell.

The bright smile on Carl’s face concealed the cruel look that flitted across his eyes.

Half a month after the engagement, the two then held a wedding.

The guests at the wedding were all relatives and friends of the Johnsons. There was no way Gabriella’s family members could attend her wedding, and she had no genuine friends of her own. Even the bridesmaids were friends of Carl.

As Gabriella walked down the red carpet in a white dress, a radiant smile was on her face.

This was the first time she wore a wedding dress, and it would be her last.

Like all women, she looked forward to her bright future. That day, Gabriella became Carl’s wife.

That was also the day her miserable life in the Johnson family began.

On the next day after their wedding.

Gabriella slowly woke. When she looked at Carl, who was still sleeping, she wondered if she was dreaming. Everything seemed surreal.

She then leaned closer into Carl’s arms. That was the only way she would feel a sense of security.

Sensing movement by his side, Carl woke. When he saw Gabriella in his arms, he smiled.

“Dear, were you happy last night?”

When he thought about the maniacal activity they engaged in the previous night, Carl’s breathing turned heavy.

His words made Gabriella blushed. She, too, recalled her desperate actions last night. Promptly lowering her head, she shyly said, “How can you ask me in that way?”

“So, were you happy?”

Carl’s smile widened. It seemed like he was adamant about finding out what her answer was.

“Yes,” came her reply after a moment of hesitation.

At the same time, she nodded as a blush crept to the tips of her ears.

When Carl looked at the woman in front of him, a victorious sense filled his heart.

She was once the goddess he could never get, but now, she was looking meek in front of him. It inflated his ego.

Turning around to pin her under him, he then roughly kissed Gabriella. Once again, the two engaged in vigorous activity.

After that, Gabriella leaned on Carl’s chest. Carl had been rough with her, and her lips were swollen.

Even a while after that, her body still ached. There was no trace of gentleness as he previously promised. Instead, it felt as if he had been vengeful.

Instead of dwelling on that thought, Gabriella asked, “Carl, do you love me?”

“Do you want to hear the truth?”

Carl smiled, but there was a hint of something else in that smile.

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“Of course I want to hear the truth.”

Quietly, she lay in his arms, waiting for him to whisper sweet nothings to her.

“The truth is,” came Carl’s abruptly loud voice. “I’ve never loved you. Not before, and certainly not in the future.”

Finally, on that day, Carl revealed his true self.

Gabriella froze for a second. Then, she whined, “I’m serious. Stop joking.”

“I’m serious too. Look at me.”

Staring into her eyes, Carl enunciated, “I have never loved you.”

When Gabriella saw the hatred and malice in his eyes, her eyes widened in disbelief.

“Why? Why don’t you love me? Why did you marry me then?” Gabriella mumbled to herself.

She could not bring herself to believe in his words at all.

“At the start, I only loved you for your body. I wanted to find out what it felt like to have an arrogant woman like you under me. Most importantly, I want to get the Wards’ assets, and that’s why I want to become the Wards’ son-in-law. You’re the only and beloved daughter of the Wards, why won’t your father give me all of your family’s assets? But who knew everything would go wrong? Not only did the Wards nearly go bankrupt, but that old man Landon even kicked you out of the Ward family. My dreams are dashed, but it’s fine. This way, I can win you over easier and make you my plaything. Honestly, I wanted to spoil you and give you a good life in the beginning, but the way you looked down at me hurt my dignity. Therefore, I want to take revenge on you, and I want to make sure you can’t escape it. That’s why I married you.”

Carl was smug, for he had achieved his goal.

“Why? I’m already in this state. Why won’t you let me off?” Gabriella muttered.

Carl’s words were a sharp knife that stabbed repeatedly in her heart; it shredded her heart, which had just begun beating again.

“Why? You deserve this!”

Carl’s face was twisted in anger. “If you didn’t do all those horrible things, why would this happen to you? I don’t even have my legs anymore, but this is such a light punishment for you. You should feel grateful for this. However, this punishment of yours will last the rest of your life. Hahaha!”

Ever since Carl lost the use of his legs, he had gone insane. He wished everyone would be as miserable as he was. The more melancholic they were, the happier he was.

Gabriella’s heart sank.

She thought she had found a love of her own, far from the complicated life she used to have. Yet, this was now just a wishful thought of hers.

Yet, she had no choice but to submit to her fate.

As time went by, Joan’s stomach grew bigger.

By then, she was already four months pregnant.

A while back, Joan had already left her job at Opulent Designs. She wanted to rest for her pregnancy.

Whenever he was , Larry would return to keep Joan company.

“Joan, I’m back.”

After work, Larry rushed home. When he saw Joan reading books about child-raising, he could not help but laugh.

“Joan, you’re only four months pregnant. No rush in reading them now,” Larry softly said as he walked over to her.

“I have nothing else to do at home anyway. I never took care of children before this, so I have no experience with raising a kid. I’ll have to depend on these books in the future.”

When Joan spoke, she did not turn to look at him; she remained focus on the book in her hands.

Sitting down on the couch, Larry then pulled Joan into his arms. When he looked at her side profile, he smiled.

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“My kid’s already stealing my wife’s attention from me before they’re being born. Once the baby’s born, doesn’t that mean I’ll have no place in my wife’s heart?” Larry exclaimed dramatically.

Upon hearing that, Joan put down the book in her hands. “How old are you? Why are you jealous of your kid? Aren’t you childish?”

“I don’t care. Other than when you’re taking care of the kid, the rest of your time is mine. No one can steal you from me.”

Larry was like a kid defending his dignity; he refused to let an unborn baby win against him.

“Okay, okay. Whatever you say it is.”

Joan relented, not wanting to continue arguing with the childish man.

“By the way, Larry, shouldn’t we check whether our baby’s a girl or a boy now?” Joan pointed out.

“Yes, but is that important to you?” Larry replied with a chuckle.

“Of course it is. I can only read more in-depth after finding out whether our baby’s a girl or a boy.”

What if I find out too late about the baby’s gender? What if I’ve been preparing for a daughter but the baby turns out to be a boy? What will I do if the boy grows up like a girl?

Ever since Joan was pregnant, she was alarmingly alert with her motherly instincts. It got to the point Larry was fearful. Joan was often going on and on about which foods she could not eat and what activities she could not do. Larry was speechless.

Thinking that it was better if they did a checkup, Larry agreed, ”If so, we’ll do a checkup sometime soon. After that, we can tell Mom and Dad about it.”

“Yes, I’d like to go back to my parents’ place too. It’s been a long time.”

After all those things that had happened, Joan had yet to go home to visit her parents. Although it had been peaceful for a while, Joan had been preoccupied with the thoughts of her child. Hence, the thought of visiting her parents did not cross her mind.

At that, Joan could not help but feel guilty.

“Okay, we’ll do a checkup in the hospital tomorrow. I’m these few days, so let’s stay at Mom and Dad’s place for the next few days,” Larry said as he looked at Joan lovingly.

“Yes, yes!”

Joan was delighted when she heard that they were going to her parents’ house.

Clearly, despite the quiet moments, Joan was bored at home. Therefore, she was thrilled to be able to get out of the house.

“Dear, you must be hungry. Let me cook something for you.”

Realizing that it was getting late but the two had yet to eat, Joan hastily got to her feet, about to head to the kitchen.

“Sit there. I’ll prepare the food instead.”

Larry hurriedly stopped her and motioned for her to sit.

“You’re going to cook?”

Somehow, Joan was nervous when she heard Larry was going to cook for her. When she thought about the dishes he made a while back, she could not help but shudder. Even the sight of his dishes had been terrible.

“I’ll do it. It’ll be a quick one, so I won’t be tired.”

Joan knew Larry was afraid that cooking would tire her out, and that was why he volunteered to cook. However, Joan still found it best that she rejected his offer.

The reason was simple. Even if she could eat his cooking, the baby in her could not. What if my baby won’t eat properly in the future?

Larry saw all the expressions that flitted across Joan’s face. He knew his horrifying cooking from the previous time had traumatized Joan. Thus, she dared not let him in the kitchen.

However, after the previous time, Larry had been practicing cooking. He often studied recipes, and now, his cooking was unlike before.

“Let me. Give me a chance to prove myself. What happened last time won’t happen again.”

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Larry was confident as he patted his chest while giving her a guarantee.

At his confident look, Joan reluctantly agreed.

I shouldn’t insist. He seems to mind this a lot.

“Okay. I trust you to succeed in this,” Joan said encouragingly. “But I’ll still be in the kitchen with you. I won’t do anything; I’ll just stand by the side and watch you.”

Joan felt that there was a need for her to watch Larry cook. That way, she would be able to salvage the dishes he could not, and therefore, prevent him from feeling embarrassed if he failed.

“Okay. Let’s go,” Larry swiftly uttered.

With a smile, Joan followed him into the kitchen.

Once Larry entered the kitchen, he started taking out the ingredients after putting on an apron. Meanwhile, Joan was watching quietly from the side.

Tomatoes, potatoes, eggs, and meat.

It was then Joan realized that Larry was going to make the same dish he made the other time. It seemed like he truly wanted to prove himself to her.

Then, when Larry began cutting the ingredients, Joan was stunned by the skillful way he did it.

It was almost as if Larry was showing off his knife skills rather than just cutting the food.

Joan was sure that, without at least eight years of experience, there was no way anyone could show off skills like those.

Hence, that was why Joan was stunned. It was only a month or two since he started cooking.

It was an astounding improvement.

In a mere few minutes, Larry was done preparing the ingredients. All that was left was for him to display his cooking prowess.

Joan was at a loss for words when she saw how familiar he was with everything in the kitchen. She had followed him into the room, planning to help him out.

However, Larry’s cooking was evidently better than hers now. It would seem like a joke if she were to lend a helping hand to him now.

Minutes tick away. Soon, Joan recomposed herself and silently watched Larry busy himself.

Despite having an apron on him, he still looked as handsome as ever. Not only did it not ruin his overall noble temperament, but it even added a touch of gentleness to him.

Joan could not tear her eyes away.

My man’s the greatest, was what she thought happily.

“Okay, it’s done,” came Larry’s voice. “Are you ready to try them out?”

Joan snapped her head in Larry’s direction. The only dish he had yet to make was the soup.

“Coming,” Joan quickly replied when she saw Larry serving the last dish onto the table. Once she grabbed the utensils, she walked over.

“Smells amazing,” she could not help but praise.

The moment she sat down at the table, the fragrant scents of the dishes rushed into her nose.

“Really? You’re not just trying to console me like the last time, are you?”

Larry chuckled, but he was still a little unhappy about the previous incident. In a way, it was like a humiliating event in his life.

“I’m serious. I’m truthful this time.” Joan chuckled as well. “You’re amazing to be able to cook something as wonderful as this on your second try.”

Right then, a thought entered her mind, and she asked tentatively, “Is this really your second try? Was the previous attempt your first?”

“Of course it was my first try back then. However, this isn’t my second try. I’ve been experimenting and practicing while you’re away.”

There was a delighted grin on Larry’s face, and it seemed like he was satisfied with the way how Joan was pleasantly surprised.

“But the way you cut the food earlier was as though you’ve been in the kitchen for a long time,” Joan remarked, feeling confounded.

Of course, I’ve been using the knife for a long time, just not in the kitchen.

However, that was something he would not tell Joan. Instead, he lied, “That’s because I’m talented. I’m the only one who can learn that well in such a short time. How is it? Aren’t I impressive?”

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As Larry was immersed in pride, Joan couldn’t help but mock, “Why are you such a narcissist? But to be fair, you’re awesome.” She also commended him sincerely.

Larry was on cloud nine with her compliment.

“Let’s dig in,” Larry said to Joan while handing over a fork and a spoon to her.

Joan took the cutlery from him. As she was nearly drooling over the food, she quickly picked up some shredded potatoes and began eating.

“Wow, this is delicious!” Her eyes glowed after chewing the food for a while. “Try this. It’s really delicious.”

Joan had turned into a glutton. After asking Larry to try the food, she basically ignored him since then and focused entirely on trying different dishes.

Meanwhile, Larry felt an inexplicable stirring of pride.

Besides, he was relieved that all of his efforts didn’t go down the drain. After all, it was the best reward to see that Joan was delighted.

“Slow down. Wait for me.”

She had finished half of the dishes even before Larry started eating.

After a while, Joan patted her stomach and said with much satisfaction, “I’m so full. It’s wonderful to have such delicious food.”

“I’ll cook for you more often since you like it so much,” Larry said delightedly upon seeing Joan gleamed with satisfaction.

“Really? Dear, you’re the best!”

The next moment, she sprang toward him and kissed him on his cheek.

“I don’t have to cook from now on! You’re the perfect househusband!” Joan said with a wry smile on her face.

“Since you’re so smug, I think you should cook instead. Otherwise, you’ll become an idler,” Larry huffed when Joan was still smiling smugly.

“No way. I’ve a lot of things to do.”

Joan thought he was serious and immediately explained, “I’ll start educating our baby in my pregnancy so that they can be as outstanding as their father when they grow up. I mean, you can do everything perfectly! Besides, I’m going to give you a massage.”

As Joan was speaking, she began to give Larry a massage.

Larry was delighted to hear Joan’s flattery and even squinted his eyes as she was providing him the thoughtful service.

“Well, that’s more like it. You look like Mrs. Norton now,” Larry replied smugly and joyfully.

Larry seemed to be comfortable, Joan thought the time was right for her to ask a question that she had kept to herself for a long time.

“Dear, can you tell me something about your past? I really wish to know more about your past. After all, there should be no secrets between husband and wife,” Joan persuaded.

“Do you really want to know about my past?”

Larry had avoided the same question all the while. First, he was reluctant to recall some of his past. Second, given that he used to live a life full of battles and fights, he thought Joan might be worried upon hearing it.

Nonetheless, Joan was insistent on understanding Larry’s past. Larry felt that keeping it from Joan would undermine the trust between them.

“Yes, I really wish to know about it. Can you tell me? Anyway, I won’t force you if you’re reluctant to share it with me. I can understand that everyone has a little secret, after all.”

Although she was curious, she decided not to dwell on it if he wanted to keep it a secret.

Regardless, she would always believe in Larry.

“It’s not that I don’t want to tell you, but you might be worried about me once you’ve heard it. Okay, I’ll tell you since you really wish to know.”

With that, Larry began to tell her his story.

“You always want to know what the relationship between Caspian and me is. Well, Caspian is my best friend. We went through fire and water and participated in hundreds and thousands of missions together. Actually, I used to have many friends like him, but most of them left in the end.”

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They left? Where did they go? Although Joan had doubts, she didn’t interrupt Larry but continued listening silently.

“My ambition is to be a soldier since I was young. I love the excitement when I fight on the battlefield. Besides, I enjoy the feeling of mapping out strategies.

“Now that we’re in a peaceful era, where can I get such an opportunity? “My dad said I was born in the wrong generation. Instead, I would have become a hero if I was born in the past. In this new era, I can only inherit my family’s wealth and become an influential entrepreneur.

“Nonetheless, I was reluctant to accept my fate. I was passionate about becoming a soldier and unwilling to live a boring life.

“One day, I came to know about the special forces by chance. I finally realized that a group of people in this world is really facing life-and-death situations almost every day.

“I was obsessed with the feeling of controlling my own life and living a life filled with surprises, shocks, and passion.

“So, one day, I told my dad that I wanted to join the special forces.

“He said there were many types of special forces and asked which one I wished to join.

“I replied that I wanted to be a special force member who would have to fight hard and go through fire and water every day.

“When he asked me why I wished to be part of it, my answer was that I liked it.

“However, knowing that it was my only answer, my dad advised against it. Also, he added that I would insult the noble occupation.

“Although he rejected me, I didn’t give up and kept begging him to give me a chance. I even thought about many creative ways to persuade him. “In the end, he failed to dissuade me and agreed to my request instead. “I still remember that he looked helpless and dejected, yet I didn’t understand what it meant because I was young and arrogant.

“He said that I could come home when I understood the significance of being part of the special forces.

“Back then, I agreed delightedly but didn’t take it seriously.

“He made the arrangements so that I could become an ordinary soldier. After all, I had to work my ass off to be qualified to join the special forces.

“Since then, I trained myself every day based on the requirements of the special forces.

“At last, my hard work bore fruit because one of the special forces units accepted me.

“It was a pretty good start. I got my wish and became a qualified special forces member. Besides, I even made friends with a few of my comrades.

“There were only eight members in my squad. At first, all of us thought highly of ourselves.

“When it was time to choose a squad leader, we expectedly voted for ourselves.

“Hence, we had no choice but to have a competition.

“In the end, I won the competition. The rest of them conceded defeat and recognized me as their squad leader.

“After carrying out several missions, the relationship between the eight of us improved a lot. It even became something that many other comrades envied about us.

“Soon, we received the captain’s compliment before everyone in the troop.

“Since then, almost everyone looked up to me and wished to surpass me; nonetheless, I never gave them a chance to do so.

“The eight of us eventually became even closer than blood brothers. Besides, our squad survived several life-and-death crises because I was there to lead them. Therefore, they willingly called me “Boss” even though I was the youngest among them.

“Everything seemed wonderful to me. After all, I could challenge my limits and live my life to the fullest every day. Furthermore, I had a bunch of good friends who went through fire and water with me. All of these were what I wanted when I joined the special forces.

“Although I still didn’t understand my dad’s words, I wasn’t bothered by it. I loved being there and even wished to be part of the special forces for the rest of my life.

“Soon, the captain wanted to promote us due to our outstanding capabilities.

“However, all of us rejected his offer. Since it became our habit to live and fight together, we couldn’t think of a reason to separate.

“After all, we accepted various major and minor missions together. Some of them were easy, but others were risky.”

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Larry paused for a while and continued, “Fortunately, we survived every mission and never suffered any severe injuries or casualties.

“Everything was smooth until our superior assigned a precarious mission to us.

“When he met us, he stated clearly that the mission was important but dangerous. In fact, he said that the probability that all of us could survive was merely twenty percent.

“Since the mission was the most dangerous one that we had ever accepted, we couldn’t help but feel heavy-hearted.

“Nonetheless, we couldn’t opt out because it was our duty, responsibility, and immense honor to serve the country.

“At that time, I somehow understood what my dad meant.

“We flew to Manchernius for the mission. Since the mission went on smoothly, we were delighted and thought that our superior exaggerated.

“However, when we were halfway to complete the mission, a mole revealed some classified information to the enemy. Hence, our whereabouts were exposed, and we were surrounded by more than three hundred enemies.

“It was too late for us to realize that the mission was indeed precarious. As the mission failed, we had to try our best to escape.

“We fought hard for a way out.

“Unfortunately, only five of us returned to the country. Two of us were severely injured and passed out. As for the remaining three comrades, we failed to even locate the bodies.

“I still remember one of my comrades said before he died, “Boss, run for your life. They can’t make it if you don’t lead them. Take care of them. Also, take care of my parents!”

“With that, he sprang upon the enemies to distract them while I grabbed the chance to escape. Do you know how heartbroken I was at that time?

“He died because of me. I watched as he fell to the ground. He dared not to even glance at me, for fear that the enemies would discover me. At that moment, I felt that my heart was sliced piece by piece with a knife!

“Nonetheless, I knew that I couldn’t die, for I had to live not only for myself but my comrades. Besides, I had the responsibility to take care of his parents!

“I finally understood what my dad meant. It wasn’t as simple as I thought to become a good special forces member. The moment I joined the special forces, I had been shouldering huge responsibility and calling!

“Alas, it was too late for me to understand it. Among the eight of us who went through fire and water, three could never come home.

“As for my comrades who suffered severe injuries, one of them had a disabled right arm, while the other lost both of his legs. Despite the tragedy, they didn’t regret their decision. After all, as part of the special forces, we are mentally prepared for accidents since day one.

“After the mission, both of them left the army. Our superior looked for a job for them to live their life peacefully.

“Although they were still passionate about being part of the special forces, they had lost the right to pursue their dream.

“The remaining three of us eventually applied to retire.

“Among all, we felt guilty about failing the mission, though it was beyond what we could do. Also, we were tired and wished to go home.

“Our superior didn’t stop us but approved our applications straightaway. Besides, he didn’t get any jobs for us because we requested him not to.

“After leaving the army, the three of us visited our friends who left earlier. When we met, we didn’t utter a word but merely hugged each other.

“That night, we were wasted and cried like babies.

“The past is in the past. Apart from reminiscing, we also pondered about our future.

“When one of them asked about our plans, I said I would go home and take over my dad’s company.

“The other said he wanted to go home and take some rest.

“After a while, one of them said, “Boss, I’m used to following your orders without having to think too much. Let me follow you. I can be your bodyguard!”

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Larry paused for a while and added, “I knew that he was serious. Among all of us, he valued friendships the most and always act impulsively. He couldn’t deal with the tragedy and still wished to stay by my side.

“He was Caspian, whom I cared about the most. Also, he relied upon me the most.”

Larry sounded calm as he finished. Nevertheless, tears had streamed down his face while his body was shivering. It was obvious that he was trying his best to hold in his emotions.

Meanwhile, Joan also sobbed. She never thought that the easy-going Caspian went through hell in the past.

She was even more surprised that Larry’s past was heart-wrenching, to the extent that she cried upon hearing it.

“Dear, I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have asked you about it in the first place. I’m so sorry,” Joan apologized guiltily while hugging Larry, who was still immersed in sorrow.

“It’s okay. It’s not your fault. In fact, I feel better after sharing my past with you.” Larry forced a smile.

Joan couldn’t help but feel heartbroken when she saw his forced smile.

“Actually, Caspian is the most broken man among us. Although he seems to be easy-going, he values every relationship and can hardly let go of the past.”

Larry felt sorry for Caspian.

“I didn’t know that you guys have a legendary past. Dear, let bygones be bygones as all of us have to look ahead. I’m sure that your friends in heaven will be relieved to know that you live a good life now,” Joan comforted him. “Most importantly, you still have me! I’ll be with you, and we’ll never leave each other!”

“Yes, when you’re here with me, I can go through any difficulties. As you said, we have to look ahead. We can still reminisce, yet it is even more important to live our life to the fullest,” Larry said.

Holding on to her hand, he felt he had everything.

“Alas, I pity Caspian. While you still have me, he’s still single. I think he’ll feel awful when he’s alone. Should we get a girlfriend for him?” said Joan worriedly as she thought about Caspian.

“Well, I agree that it’s time to look for a girlfriend for him,” Caspian murmured, “but I’m afraid he might not cooperate with us.”

“In that case, we can…” Joan came closer to him and whispered in his ear.

“Mm, this idea sounds good,” Larry’s eyes sparkled as he replied.

As they were on the same page, they decided it within seconds.

Meanwhile, Caspian, who was miles away on a business trip, sneezed.

“Damn it. Who’s scolding me?” he murmured.

Since Larry gave him a simple task, he finished it quickly and began to walk around the place leisurely.

Suddenly, a girl, who was wearing a yellow dress and a ponytail, came into sight. She looked youthful and cute with her sweet smile and her big, round eyes.

Caspian stared at her, his heart thumping. At this moment, he had a strange feeling as though his heart was meant to live for her.

Meanwhile, the girl also saw that Caspian, who wore a suit, was standing still and gazing at her. The next moment, she flashed him a cute smile in response.

Interesting fellow. It was the first thought that came to the girl’s mind.

As Caspian watched the girl left and disappeared into the crowd, he couldn’t help but feel a little dejected.

“I hope I can see you again, beautiful girl.”

Caspian wasn’t good at expressing his feelings and would always hide his true self due to his previous occupation.

Even if he had feelings for her the first time they saw each other, he was still reluctant to talk to her.

We’ll meet again if it’s fated. It was part of Caspian’s ostrich approach.

Caspian returned to Marsingfill with some regrets.

Since Caspian met the girl on the street, he went to the same place for the next two days. He sincerely hoped that they would meet again.

Never Late, Never Away Chapter 1570

Unfortunately, the girl never showed up again.

It appears we’re not fated to see each other again. Caspian was disappointed.

Since he had been in this place for quite some time, it was time for him to go back and report to Larry.

“Boss, I’m back.”

Caspian arrived at Larry’s house to report to him about his progress.

“It’s nice to have you back. How’s everything?”

Although Larry pretended to talk to him calmly, he was ready to execute his plan.

“Boss, don’t worry. I’ve handled everything well,” Caspian lowered his gaze and answered.

“Good. You’ve worked hard,” Larry said and patted Caspian’s shoulder.

“It’s not a big deal. Well, if there’s nothing else, I’ll make a move,” Caspian said.

Usually, Larry would give Caspian two days’ leave after he completed a mission. Hence, Caspian thought it would be the same this time around.

“Caspian, I know you’ve worked hard to finish the task. However, I have another important task for you.” Larry pretended to say guiltily while a wry smile flashed across his face.

“Boss, no worries. Just give me the instructions, and I’ll do as you say,” Caspian said with doubts in his mind.

I think something isn’t right about Boss today.

Despite having some doubts, Caspian was passionate about doing anything that could resolve Larry’s problems.

“After this, I’ll give you a long holiday so that you can get some rest.”

Larry was delighted as the plan went on as planned.

“Here are the time and venue of the mission. You’ve to meet someone. Since she’s not an ordinary woman, you’ve to watch her closely and don’t leave till the end. After meeting her, remember to drive her home. Also, be mindful of her house address.”

Larry was joyful on the inside, though he pretended to gaze at Caspian seriously.

“Don’t worry, Boss. I’ll complete the mission.”

Caspian promised solemnly.

After all, it was his duty to complete every mission that Larry assigned to him.

“Alright, get some rest today and carry out the mission tomorrow evening.”

Larry gazed at Caspian intently as though he had placed all his hopes on Caspian.

“I’m counting on you to complete the task!”

“Understood!”

The more concise Caspian’s words were, the more determined he was.

This task appears to be very important. I must accomplish it to live up to his expectations!

Determination and seriousness were written all over his face as he left.

Once Larry confirmed that Caspian had left, he couldn’t help bursting into laughter.

“Hahaha, Caspian is an idiot! I’ve fooled him! Joan, how are my acting skills? Do I deserve an Oscar award?”

Larry laughed like a drain.

While Larry was laughing smugly, Joan said worriedly, “Larry, do you think Caspian will be angry if he finds out that we’re lying to him?”

“Don’t worry. He won’t be angry with us. I understand him very well, and he won’t be offended by something like this. Besides, I’m interested to know how he would react once he finds out his task is to join a blind date! Hahaha…” Larry laughed once again.

A moment later, Larry turned around and suddenly stopped laughing.

He happened to meet Caspian’s eyes.

Caspian returned because he had some questions to ask Larry yet didn’t expect to witness this.

“Hmm… Caspian, why have you come back?”

Larry immediately calmed himself down and scratched his head awkwardly. “Do you need anything else?”

Caspian probably didn’t hear what we said, right? Yes, he definitely didn’t hear it. Larry lied to himself deep down.