Xavier Chul, seated comfortably in the back of his luxurious limousine, spoke into his phone with a calm and composed demeanor. His voice exuded authority and confidence as he conversed with an important guest."Good afternoon, Mr. Johnson. I hope you're having a pleasant day," Xavier said, his tone polite yet authoritative. "I wanted to discuss the recent developments regarding our investment portfolio. It seems there has been a significant increase in market volatility, and I believe it's crucial for us to reassess our current strategy."As Xavier engaged in the conversation, his attention was momentarily diverted by an intriguing sight on the main road. His eyes narrowed as he observed a young girl walking beside an elderly man. A murmur escaped his lips as he muttered to himself, barely audible, "So she escaped? I didn't expect her to get away."Despite his surprise, Xavier remained focused on the phone call, maintaining his professional demeanor. "Mr. Johnson, we need to address

Lith woke up and saw her self in a luxurious room. The room exuded opulence and elegance. The walls were adorned with intricate tapestries and expensive artwork, while the furniture was made of rich, dark wood with plush velvet upholstery. The room was bathed in soft, warm lighting, casting a gentle glow on everything it touched. A crystal chandelier hung from the ceiling, sparkling with a thousand tiny prisms.The bed she was laid on was a grand masterpiece in itself. It was an ornate four-poster bed with intricately carved wooden frames and a canopy draped with flowing, sheer curtains. The mattress was plush and inviting, covered in silky, high-thread-count sheets. It was a bed fit for royalty, almost like the type she had at home, but this was more preferable.Lilith's heart pounded within her chest, her mind enveloped in darkness and trepidation. The haunting memories of her past in the old castle flooded her thoughts, conjuring images of confinement and despair. The mere possibil

He was taken aback by her sudden question, making his lashes fluttered as he didn't expect the little maiden in front of him to be so ignorant and demanding."What?""I want you to be my husband," she said, making his eyes widen even more, while she had a smile on her face.He turned away from her with a scoff, and suprise written on his face."We only met once, but you want me to marry you? You must be out of your mind. I should have never helped you escape," he said, making her smile fade away."I am not out of my mind. You are strong enough to go against my parents. You are not in good terms with the frontal pack. If we get married, they might kick me out. That is exactly what I want," she said happily, while he stared at her with an unfathomable expression on his face, but she didn't care."I cannot believe I ran into the perfect potential husband," she said and stretched her hands towards Chul and heaved a sigh, while he only shifted his liquor cup and placed his hands on the tab

On the porch of a houseboat situated in the vast expanse of the sea, Lucas found respite as he leaned against the weathered wooden railings. With his hands calmly folded behind him, he gazed out at the river with a vacant expression, lost in his own thoughts.Meanwhile, Lucas's youthful uncle emerged from the interior of the houseboat and joined him on the porch. Like Lucas, he found solace in the familiar embrace of the sturdy railings. As he stared out into the endless expanse of the sea, his eyes filled with anticipation."We will soon reach the destination known as the blue sea pack," he spoke softly, conveying a sense of excitement mixed with a touch of nostalgia."Yes. I did not know it would take me this long to return," Lucas replied, his voice filled with a hint of regret."But Lucas, why did Mr. Ezekiel forbid you from returning to the Blue Sea Pack? I doubt you caused any problem. Did you have a problem with someone in the Blue Sea Pack?" his uncle inquired, concern evident

Lucas sat slightly bowed towards Park Deggy, who nodded at him with a warm smile before taking his seat."Have you been well, my lord?" Lucas asked as he straightened his posture."I'm no longer the advisor; Alex is the advisor now," Park Deggy replied with a smile. Despite his wisdom, he always carried a youthful demeanour."Come on," Alex sighed as he sat beside Lucas, facing Park Deggy."Uncle, I feel uneasy whenever someone calls me that. Can you take the position again and let me just assist you?" Alex pleaded, placing his hands on his chest."Forget it, I have become so carefree," Park Deggy said, shaking his body lightly."What do you do these days?" Lucas asked, his smile curious."I farm and do household chores. Lucas, I have prepared a grand feast just for you," Park Deggy declared with an intense gaze and a smile on his face. He stretched his hands towards both of them, but Alex's face immediately turned pale."Did you do the cooking, uncle?" Alex asked, hoping his uncle ha