However, once in the same school, it still felt strange to Eranthe. The second photo was also a class picture, but unfortunately, Colin wasn't in it.By the fourth or fifth photo, a series of basketball court match images came into view.A teenager dressed in a white jersey, with a sports headband wrapped around his head and matching wristbands on his wrists. Sweat trickled down his body, highlighting the contours of his muscles. He lifted a corner of his basketball jersey to wipe away the sweat, revealing his toned abdomen and narrow waist, all captured by the camera lens.At that time, he hadn't yet started wearing glasses, his jet-black hair cropped short. With a casual glance towards the camera, he unknowingly captured the essence of youthful exuberance.Hot-blooded, youthful, and brimming with hormonal vigor—an underage Colin.Eranthe's gaze lingered on this photo for a long time, still unable to comprehend why she hadn't heard anyone mention him back in school.As she scrolled d
Eranthe was still standing there, stunned. Colin opened the door on her side and looked at her blank expression, raising an eyebrow. "Are you out of it?"Could Eranthe say that she was a bit weak-kneed from being shaken by his words just now?"You're not going to play any castle imprisonment or dog-leg-breaking in the future, are you?"Colin was speechless."Are you fucking kidding me of fucking you?"He didn't lower his voice, and Eranthe saw that people passing by were all looking over, so she quickly came out and covered his mouth."Can you please watch your language?"Colin lowered his gaze to the hopping woman in front of him and pulled her into his arms. "Instead of wasting time with wild thoughts, why don't you come home with me and get some exercise?"Eranthe was half embraced by him, her feet almost off the ground, annoyed. "I was too tired last night; I don't want to move today.""I see you're quite energetic, it's not that you're tired, you're not tired enough."Eranthe bit
"Okay." After hanging up the phone, Colin sent a message to Morris, instructing him to purchase Sharon No. 3 under his personal name.Since the security here was inadequate, he had to arrange for his own people to come in.Eranthe came out after changing her clothes, intending to make curry fish balls. "It seems we're out of soy sauce," Colin said."Oh? I'll go buy some then. There's a 24-hour convenience store at the intersection," Eranthe replied."Okay, come back soon," Colin urged."Alright," she grabbed her phone, "By the way, did you find out who was taking photos of us? Can I go down now?""Somebody reported me, probably someone trying to mess with me. They've all been apprehended, don't worry.""But will you be okay?"Colin escorted her to the door, "Nobody can mess with me in ASSYRIA CITY. Go on."Eranthe finally left the building and felt a bit paranoid as she walked downstairs.She didn't sense anything
Perhaps his behavior was just his way of expressing happiness.She bit her lip and reluctantly said, "Next time, please don't do that. I don't like it when people suddenly hug me."Even if she treated him like a little brother, he wasn't her real brother. They were both adults, and such behavior wasn't appropriate in public.Eranthe decided to say whatever came to mind, not wanting Jayden to misunderstand anything.Jayden's smile softened slightly. "Got it."With that, Eranthe turned and walked away, urging him to leave. "You should go now.""Okay," Jayden replied.Jayden saw that she insisted on watching him leave before turning away himself.Eranthe let out a sigh of relief, feeling a bit puzzled by the situation.She looked at the bag of fruit in her hand and felt that she owed him something in return.As she climbed the stairs and entered the apartment, she didn't hear the sound of cooking in the kitchen. Inst
"Alright, same place."When he arrived at the bar's private room, Colin was sitting alone. With wounds on his lips, he was downing drink after drink without pause.Frank's arrival prompted the manager to send over several charming hostesses to liven up the atmosphere.Harold and the others also got wind of the gathering, making the scene lively.However, Colin just sat there, drowning his sorrows.Although Colin was known to frequent such gatherings, it was rare to see him in such a state of despair.He exuded a powerful aura even without saying a word. Despite his reluctance, bold female hosts dared to offer him drinks, which he accepted without even looking at them."What the hell are you doing?" Frank intervened, snatching the glass from him. "Talk to me. What's going on?"This time, Colin didn't want to talk, nor did he have the face to do so.What? Seeing another man holding his woman, and he can't even vent his ang
"She's downstairs drinking. She also asked me to pass on a message to Mr. Rodriguez to take away the things left at her house, or else she'll throw them away."Frank's expression darkened. This wasn't going according to plan. How did things escalate so quickly?Eranthe finished her drink in one gulp and got up to pay.The bodyguard approached her, "We'll cover the bill."The bartender recognized him, "Alright."Eranthe slammed her hand on the table and told the bartender, "I'll pay for my own drinks. Give me another one."The bartender looked at the bodyguard, who nodded at him.Eranthe nodded as well, "Okay."She took out her wallet, threw a few bills on the counter, grabbed her bag, and left.The bodyguard was dumbfounded and quickly caught up, "Miss. Taylor, Mr. Rodriguez is upstairs. Please don't leave."Eranthe chuckled with exasperation, "Do you think your high and mighty Mr. Rodriguez knows that you're bloc
And her car wasn't parked in the spot either.Colin still went upstairs to confirm.At home, apart from the cat, there was no sign of Eranthe.The bodyguard glanced around and asked, "Mr. Rodriguez?"Colin responded directly, "What are you standing around for? Go find her!"Eranthe watched her phone vibrating with messages from Frank, Colin, and even Matthew. She didn't want to answer any of them.Right now, she just wanted to be alone.But staying in ASSYRIA CITY meant Colin would eventually find her."Sir, can you leave the city?" Eranthe inquired."Yes, Where do you want to go?" the driver asked."Do you know Davis Hotel?" Eranthe responded."Oh, the new concept hotel developed by Ashly Group, right?" The driver confirmed."Yes, that's the one.""It's a bit far. ""But that's fine. Please drive," Eranthe said, closing her eyes.However, she still sent a message to Oriel, provi
This realization eased Colin's deathly stare slightly."Mr. Rodriguez, Miss. Taylor has arrived at the hotel," one of the bodyguards reported.As an internal employee, Eranthe had no trouble checking in and went straight to her pre-booked room.This wasn't her first time at Davis Hotel, which boasted scenic views away from the city center. However, the hotel wasn't profitable at the moment due to its remote location. The nearest tourist village was still advertising, and the project was running at a loss.Without needing assistance, Eranthe headed directly to the room she had already booked.The plan was to attract sponsors for the hotel, promoting the brand and enticing tourists looking for an oxygen-rich experience to come and stay.Eranthe, feeling miserable and empty-handed, had managed to hold off sleep after having two drinks on an empty stomach.She tossed her bag aside and headed straight to the bathroom to remove her makeup.