Meanwhile, Max was reading news about Aura. He sighed heavily, surprising Lisa, his wife. It was unusual for him to be this downcast.
"What are you thinking? You've looked gloomy for the past few days. Is there a problem at office?" Lisa asked, concerned.Again, Max took a deep breath, as if carrying a heavy burden. Even though Aura is no longer his boss, for some reason, Max still thinks about the woman he has come to see as a younger sister. Imagining Aura having to face such a serious problem alone feels unbearable to him.Especially since all this time Max has known how kind Aura is! She has never once acted badly towards anyone, but because of this scandal, her kindness seems to vanish, replaced by unforgivable mistakes!"Aura. I don't know what will happen to her after this scandal. She must be frustrated because the public won't stop hurling insults. Poor Aura. I never thought Aura would go through such a complicated problem," Max replied with a sad, distantCharles paced restlessly in his luxurious bedroom, feeling anxious. Charles realized that Axel could no longer be stopped. His son couldn't be advised anymore, Charles had to resort to extreme measures to prevent Axel from recklessly marrying Aura. And there was only one way – to talk directly to Aura!Charles looked at Benny, who had just entered his room."You called me, Sir?""Yes. Prepare the car now. I will go meet Aura!" Charles said, startling Benny."Meet miss Aura, Sir?" Benny repeated, making sure he heard correctly."Yes! I have to talk to that woman directly. I will ask Aura to leave Axel as soon as possible!" Charles declared his intention."But what if young master Axel finds out, Sir? Won't he be angry with you?" Benny asked, hoping Charles would reconsider. Unfortunately, Charles remained firm in his plan."Don't say anything to him! I am doing this for his own good!""But...""Don't argue with me! Besides, isn't Axel not goin
Axel emerged from the warehouse after extracting all the necessary information from Jung Goo. The plan to take over all of Min Young's henchmen had been successful, and now Axel just needed to solidify the next steps. He glanced at the watch on his left wrist, took out his phone, and called Damian."How's it?""I'm still following her, Sir.""Okay. Do as I instructed.""Understood, Sir."Axel hung up the phone and glanced back at the watch. His efforts to extract information from Jung Goo turned out to be much quicker than expected. Axel thought Jung Goo would insist on holding out and reluctant to provide information, but who would have thought that the man would be easily subdued! He even willingly betrayed his former boss! That’s good, at least Axel has more time and can visit Aura! Although Axel can’t help but feel hesitant, afraid that his presence might disturb Aura! Doesn’t she want to rest? But Axel keeps coming and disturbing her away! Tho
Axel growled in frustration, not expecting daddy Charles to be so stubborn! Leaving the Xavier family? Impossible! How could Axel be so heartless to leave daddy Charles, who was already middle-aged and living alone? Even though Axel has been traveling to various countries, it doesn’t mean he hasn’t been paying attention! Axel always asks Benny about daddy Charles’s condition, even though the old man doesn’t know because Axel specifically instructed Benny not to tell his daddy! What would happen if Axel left the Xavier family?But Axel also didn't want to let go of Aura and their baby! Axel loved them both!Axel punched the wall nearby in frustration, venting his anger, not caring even if it hurt his right fist! No! Now was not the time to give up, Axel had to think of all possible ways to soften daddy Charles's heart and persuade Aura! Axel was sure that Aura was very angry with him right now because of daddy Charles's words, and Axel had to fix the mistakes made by dad
"Why? Are you surprised? Don't believe it? Think it's a dream? But it's not a dream, Aura. It's reality! Well, I also didn't expect that I would go through a moment like this. Declaring my love to a special woman. It's the first time I've done it," Axel said with a small smile, finding it amusing how Aura reacted.Especially when she yelped in pain after pinching her own arm!"Axel, I...""Honestly, since your presence, I’ve felt something different. I never thought I could fall in love with you. Falling in love and getting married were things I never even considered! But you changed everything! And again, since meeting you, I’ve been dreaming of my late mother, almost every night, dreams I always buried deep but resurface whenever I’m with you.”"Is it a nightmare?" Aura asked softly."No, not at all. It's definitely not a nightmare. It's a dream where I can still play and laugh together with my mom. Something I miss until now. At first, I didn't know why I star
"Aura?" Axel called softly when Aura remained silent, not answering his question. Doesn’t Aura know that Axel has been eagerly awaiting her answer, feeling anxious and uncertain?Doesn’t Aura know that Axel’s heart is pounding multiple times faster than usual because he’s waiting for her response?Doesn’t Aura know this is the most sacred moment for Axel and the first time he’s ever done this? Declaring his love to a woman, yet Aura remains silent!"I don't know!" Aura finally answered, playing it safe. Besides, Aura needed to convince her own heart. She didn't want to act recklessly, especially now that the situation was so complicated and gave her a headache!And it’s not just Aura and Axel involved, but also daddy Charles! It’s pointless for Aura to admit her feelings if daddy Charles refuses to give his blessing, right?"Don't know?" Axel repeated, deflated, his hopes shattered. Like a warrior defeated on the battlefield! Yet Axel is confident that Aura’
Aura shed tears, understanding Axel's feelings. It must have been tough to be left suddenly by a beloved parent. Aura couldn't imagine how Axel went through it at such a young age, he was a child! No wonder the man grew up in such a fragile state! "At that time, I didn't know what happened to Mom. How did she die? Dad just said there was a business associate who deliberately wanted to wipe out the Xavier family. When I realized that Mom was no longer by my side, I felt angry. No wonder I often fought to channel my anger until Dad took me to a psychologist, and the psychologist suggested that I learn martial arts. At least that way, I could have a place to vent my anger, whether on a punching bag or a piece of wood for training. The important thing was not to harm others. And since then, my emotions gradually stabilized,” Axel explained made Aura understand the origin of Axel’s martial arts skills. So that’s why! Well, it has its benefits too, at least Axel can become
"No, I just arrived too. So, what have you been up to while I was away in Korea?""Just working every day! It's dull and exhausted!" Min Young complained, leaning affectionately against Philip's chest. Not intending to explain in detail what ‘job’ she meant! Whether her job is as an artist or a night butterfly aka prostitute! Philip doesn’t need to know Min Young’s activities! "Is that so? You didn’t meet other men, have you?"Min Young frowned in annoyance at Philip's suspicion."Why would I look for another man when I have someone as wonderful as you, showering me with love, affection, and abundant wealth?" Min Young teased, pretending to be upset. In reality, she also worked as an exclusive prostitute for any man willing to pay a high price.Especially when Philip wasn't in Seoul, like Clay yesterday.It was no wonder she knew Madam Cha, her procurer for finding clients to satisfy in the bed. It was a decent way to boost income, especially considering Min
Min Young lay helpless, not objecting to what Philip was doing. Moreover, Min Young didn't need to worry because she routinely used contraception to prevent unplanned pregnancies. A pregnancy that will only complicate things for her. Sweat bathed both of their bodies. Their bodies clung tightly together, busy savoring the pleasure they had just experienced together. Their breaths were racing so fast, exhausted from the bed activities just now. Philip's body collapsed on top of Min Young, making her slightly breathless but not protesting. She understood that the man above her was flying due to her recent service. Min Young's hand reached out to tidy up Philip's slightly disheveled hair because of their heated activities earlier. Or more precisely, due to their passionate activities earlier."How was it?""You always manage to satisfy me, Darling.""Really?" Min Young asked with a radiant face. In her mind, she was already busy imagining how much money would soon