"Eighteen years ago, I was the luckiest man alive when I married the woman with the most beautiful hazel eyes. She was the kindest and most selfless person I have ever met. She gives respect to every living thing. It is impossible to hate her. She, unfortunately, was born into a family of mad scientists," Jacoben said with a visible pain in his eyes. Lesley quietly listened as they focused on the woman in the other room. "Her name's Maridona, the eldest daughter of Dr. Victor Nobles, a well-known biochemist, and bioengineer. Her mother died giving birth to her psychopath sister." She almost nodded at what he said. She one hundred percent agrees that Shane is a psychopath. Jacoben smirked as he continued. "Imagine having a demon as a father and a lunatic sister. It's a miracle she grew up a different person from that crazy family." He shook weakly. "Anyway, I didn't know their secret when Mari and I got married. Being with her was a dream come true for me. I might not look like a ro
Lesley is debating within herself what to do in her situation. Amanda has controlled her long enough. She should start deciding for herself, but she will hurt Patrick in the process. It pains her to do that. And is her feelings towards Bangs worth fighting for? She has so many doubts. And then she thought, what if they never see each other again like what Jacoben said? She took a deep breath and rubbed her chest while lying on her bed. The thought of losing Bangs made her heart feel like it would stop beating at any moment. Their situation is difficult and complicated. She still has a lot of things she doesn’t know about his real identity, and there are so many obstacles between them. They have to fight an entire organization that knows no mercy. Shane and Victor Nobles are strong and fearsome opponents. She shivers whenever she thinks of Jacoben’s story about Victor Nobles and MNA's history. But when she thinks of the bad things those people can do to the man she loves, her feeli
The car drove fast until they reached what seemed like a huge garden with a beautiful house at the center. Mrs. Dapit parked the car, and then they got off. She couldn't help but scan with her eyes the beauty of the garden they were walking through. There were many flowers and plants that she had never seen before planted in every corner. Her mouth widely opened in astonishment at the fountain in the middle. And the building at the center that she thought was a house was actually the restaurant. She observed the European-themed infrastructure in amazement. "Welcome to Luxies Plate!" a man in a tuxedo greeted them as they approached the entrance. Mrs. Dapit walked past the man snobbishly while she smiled back at him. Her eyes widened even more as they entered and saw the elegant chairs and tables. When she looked up, she saw lavishly decorated chandeliers hanging at the ceiling. Everyone inside has dressed formally and beautifully, both the customers and the waiters. She suddenly fe
Lesley had just finished eating with Kali at Luxies Plate. She decided to go back to the hospital and wait for her shift to start. It doesn’t matter if there are still a couple of hours left. Sitting in the lobby is much more bearable than waiting at home.She checked her cellphone and saw dozens of missed calls and texts from Patrick. She was no longer surprised. She knew his habits, and he would not give up immediately. She sighed as she put her phone back in her bag. She needs to avoid him for now.She glanced at her wallet and smiled when she saw that she had enough money to stay at a hotel for a few days. For what it's worth, MNA pays its employees well. Fortunately, she just got her paycheck and saved a lot of money for herself.She first took a walk around MNA to kill time and boredom. The hospital did not fail to entertain her. Aside from the spacious parking lot, it has well-kept gardens that fill her eyes. She also noticed that other establishments were very far away. There
Lesley intensely stares at Jacoben's back while she follows him to his office. She remembers the day her mother commanded her to apply for a job at MNA. Amanda was talking on the phone that day to a person who apparently gave her a recommendation so she would have a higher chance of being accepted into this hospital. Jacoben was probably the friend Amanda was referring to because she remembered how he had just casually hired her. He did not even read her resume. She has a strong feeling that it is no accident that she and that man posing as a security guard are working here. She sighed. This is not the right time to be thinking about that. She slightly shook her head to put aside her doubts and concerns. She has to focus on their plan for now. After they are done with the mission, she will ask those questions to Jacoben. Hopefully, he will give her an honest answer. When they arrived at the office, Jacoben dialed his secretary to cancel all his appointments for today. And then he
Jacoben withdrew his hands from her shoulders and shrugged. “It's okay. You can go home. We can go on with our Plan B. Even though that is nearly impossible, we have to try without you," he said as if making her feel guilty. "Warn your family and hide until this is over. I told you that I won't force you, so I—" "I will do it!" She exhaled sharply and then raised her forehead. Her gaze challenged Jacoben's. "I was caught off guard. This was so sudden, so I got nervous, but I was not running away to hide. I told you, I already made up my mind. I'll save Bangs and everyone trapped in here… No matter what happens." Jacoben was speechless for a moment. He stared at her face, and then a small smile formed on his thin lips as if he was proud of something. “Are you sure you won't regret this?" he asked. "Aren't we leaving yet? I can't wait to get out of here," she said confidently. “And bring MNA down." Jacoben chuckled and looked at her with amazement. "I can't wait too." “Then le
"Shoot these vermins and feed their bodies to my pets."Lesley closed her eyes tightly to wait for a bullet to hit her, but a few seconds passed, and she had not heard a single gunshot. She felt someone grab her arms and pull her up. She opened her eyes and saw it was Jacoben who was helping her stand.Confused, she looked back and forth at Jacoben, Shane, and the four armed men."Why are you letting them stand?!” Shane's brows wrinkled as she pointed at them. “What are you doing?! Are you deaf?! I said shoot them!" Jacoben shook as he stood up straight and slightly raised his forehead."Don't waste your energy. They're not going to do it."Irritated, Shane stepped closer to her men and glared at them as if she would swallow them up if they would not follow. "Shoot them! Now! Shoot them, idiots!" Shane screamed, but the men pointed their guns at her instead. Shocked at what the four did, her eyes widened in disbelief while her jaw dropped. She quickly backed away a few steps. "W
They ran to the exit as fast as they could. They slowed down as they turned into a hallway. They passed several men lying on the floor. Her eyes widened as she looked at them."Don't worry. They're just sleeping," the red-haired man said as he matched her speed. "I’m Rio, by the way.” His eyes were gleaming as he stared at her. It made her a bit uncomfortable. It was as if he was flirting with her. Suddenly, Rio almost stumbled when Leo intentionally bumped him, speeding up and ahead of them. Rio shook and then looked at her again."I'm sorry. He has issues with pretty girls."Her lips parted slightly. She does not know how to answer him. She wanted to smile, but her lips formed an awkward shape instead."There!" Jacoben shouted, shifting their attention to him.They just exited the building. She turned in the direction Jacoben had pointed. Two black cars were waiting for them in the parking lot. They ran towards it and then a man got out of one of the cars and met them. It was the m