Chapter 14: Kiss me! "Good night," Elsie overheard Aiden's cold words as he made his way into the elevator, headed to his room. Normally, he would take the stairs for exercise, but his pending work made him choose the fastest route. Feeling a sense of disappointment, Elsie found nothing but an empty room when she arrived. Her shoulders slumped in disappointment, and she sighed to herself, "Elsie, you are too slow." Initially, she had wanted to go with him and try to rekindle their lost bond, which had lasted until she remembered her son. Instantly, her heart sank. She had indeed been too slow and had missed spending a day with her son. But she reassured herself that she would have tomorrow. Thinking about this, a smile tugged at her lips. She grabbed her purse, which she had left on the sofa, and headed for the East wing where Eldon's room was. Her every step palpitated her heart, and she wrung her hands nervously. It had been ages since she had visited his
Chapter 15; Who are you? "Kiss me." Although his tone was low, it held a lot of dominance. "Huh?" Confusion mixed with embarrassment flickered across her face. She bit her lower lip and asked in a very shy tone, "You want me to initiate a kiss?" A sliver of displeasure ran through his eyes. His tone grew cold at her denial. "You don't want to?" "No... I..." She became extremely flustered. To avoid his heated gaze, she searched the marble floor for invisible bugs as a sign of distraction. Leaning against her, he forced her face upwards. "It's my reward for being good to you." Elsie licked her lips, asking playfully, "You need a reward for being good to me?" If it was so, then she was the biggest debtor in the world. He had always put her interests above his own and his work. She was truly blessed. "Not really. I just want a kiss from you." His lips turned into a half-teasing smile. Aiden enjoyed making her blush this much. "Okay." She nodded,
Chapter 16: What are you doing? "Why do you have this with you?" Dahlia asked Elsie, scrutinizing her with intense eyes. When Elsie didn't respond, Dahlia anxiously opened the book, her fingers trembling. The pages were filled with various ingredients and herbal recipes, and she was truly impressed by the hundreds of formulas. Being someone who specialized in creating herbal soaps and lotions, she could recognize the excellence of the recipes, which had a hundred percent chance of having therapeutic effects. Suddenly, Dahlia's face contorted, and she glared at Elsie with envy. How could this girl have possession of such a valuable medicinal book? The thought made her furious. "This book could bring us wealth and elevate the Dale family's status," she thought, glancing down at the cheap fake diamond necklace around her neck, feeling disgusted by it. "With this book, I could earn millions, and our family would lead a better life. I would have genuine, brand-new jewel
Chapter 17: Auntie Dahlia, Can You Step Out? Elsie tried to focus on the food in front of her, but the uncomfortable atmosphere made it hard to enjoy her meal, especially when sitting across from the woman who had taken credit for her mother's skills. Inwardly, Elsie was furious and wished to drag Dahlia by the hair and expose her fraudulent activity to the world. However, she plastered a soft smile on her face and continued eating. "I hope everyone enjoys the meal," Elsie said politely, attempting to break the tension. Dahlia scoffed and rolled her eyes. "Oh, Elsie, you always try so hard to please everyone. It's pathetic." Ignoring the comment, Elsie looked at Everest Dale and asked, "How was your day, Grandpa?" Everest Dale was taken aback by her question. Elsie was usually quiet in such gatherings, but it seemed that not only her clothing and makeup skills had improved, but her behavior as well. A small smile cracked on his lips. "I am good, even though
Chapter 18: Elsie is that gullible In a steak restaurant on the outskirts of the city, the ambiance was warm and romantic. The restaurant was filled with red-scented candles, and bouquets of roses adorned each table. Outside, the midday sun bathed the buildings, and tiny specks of dust seemed to dance in the shafts of afternoon sunlight that slanted through the windows. A woman disguised in an off-shoulder white floral shirt and a pair of jeans slipped into one of the chairs. She also wore a hat and a facemask, revealing only her beautiful blue eyes. "Why did you choose this restaurant?" she asked, anger evident in her tone. It was Trixson in disguise, trying to prevent being recognized by the paparazzi or fans. The man sitting in front of her was Henry Rowan, dressed in a green Henley and grey pants. His hair was neatly trimmed, and his lips shone pink. "My agent told me to stay home to avoid trouble, but you set up our meeting in a date-like scenario! Yo
Chapter 19: What about you, Auntie Dahlia? As soon as Dahlia Dale left the garden, she hurried into the kitchen and began searching for the ingredients she needed. They were safely hidden in a secret compartment underneath the large ceiling-to-floor cupboards. Before retrieving them, she glanced around cautiously, making sure she wasn't being watched. These herbs were powerful and slightly frowned upon by the herbal community due to their adverse effects and high efficacy. Within minutes, she had gathered all the ingredients and laid them out on the counter. She then took out a blender and started blending the necessary components. Next, she added a small amount of a powerful red powdery substance, followed by a green glob. After mixing everything together, she transferred the mixture into a container, wearing a satisfied smile upon completion. At that moment, two people walked into the kitchen – a tall man and a short, chubby woman. They were trusted members of th
Chapter 20: You have to apologize to Elsie "Yes, Mom. You have to apologize to Elsie," Cécilia agreed. Although Cécilia was no longer a supporter of Elsie, she did not want to take part in any injustice. Therefore, she reluctantly agreed and urged her mother forward. "I... I..." Dahlia became tongue-tied, attempting to stall to avoid apologizing. It would damage her pride to apologize to someone she considered a nobody like Elsie. Inwardly, she sneered, digging her nails into her palms. 'You might have married into a wealthy family, but you will always be an orphan who fed off my family's outcast!' Seeing Dahlia's hesitation, Elsie spoke softly, trying to pacify the situation. "It's fine. Auntie doesn't have to apologize since she is older than me." Knowing that the apology wouldn't change anything, Elsie had no reason to insist, even if it would hurt Dahlia's ego. Elsie refused to be petty. Impatient and angered by the situation, Grant Dale spoke u
Chapter 21: I have come to love him As Elsie discreetly followed Dahlia, her mind filled with anticipation and curiosity. She knew that there must be something important or suspicious that Dahlia was hiding, and she was determined to uncover the truth. Elsie quietly tailed Dahlia, observing her aunt as she entered a dimly lit study. The room was filled with shelves of books, old photographs, and various trinkets. Elsie's curiosity grew even more, wondering what secrets lay within those walls. Carefully, Elsie positioned herself outside the study, straining to listen for any clues. She heard the faint sound of a drawer being opened and closed, followed by hushed whispers. It seemed that Dahlia was not alone. "What could Dahlia be hiding in that study?" Elsie wondered. "Could it be that book? And who was she speaking to in such secrecy?" The possibilities swirled in Elsie's mind, fueling her determination to find the truth. Taking a deep breath, Elsie prepared he