登入Richard continued, "If Shayla hadn't driven Audrey away back then, Audrey wouldn't have died in that car accident."I brought Victoria back to the family because I was also trying to atone for Shayla's mistake. I didn't want her to spend the rest of her life burdened by guilt and regret over accidentally causing someone's death."The butler said, "Madam Shayla was decisive and ruthless. Her mind was much stronger than that of ordinary women. She was never the kind of fragile woman who would break easily."The butler phrased it tactfully, but the meaning behind his words was clear. Shayla would not have felt guilty.Richard froze slightly, then murmured to himself."That's right. Shayla was always too ruthless. Otherwise, she wouldn't have abandoned the three children and left without looking back, not even returning once all these years. Shayla was perfect in every other way. She was just too stubborn."The butler nodded in agreement."Yes. Whether in appearance, ability, or int
Richard gave a soft hum before asking, "What about Rick?"The butler lowered his head, avoiding Richard's gaze."Master Rick was only confused for a moment. Once he calms down and thinks things through, he will come apologize to you."You watched him grow up, and he takes after you the most. You know better than anyone that his nature isn't bad."As Richard grew older, his heart had become far less ruthless than before. Instead, he had come to value companionship more than he once did.He murmured, "Back then, when I fell into the water and lost my memory, I was bedridden and unable to care for myself. Audrey stayed by my bedside, taking care of me day and night without rest. She cared for me for an entire year..."At this point, he let out a self-mocking laugh."People say that even children can lose patience with a sick parent after a long illness. Yet I was unconscious for only a few hours, and no one was willing to stay by my side."But Audrey took care of me day after day
Sharon froze for a moment, thinking she must have seen it wrong.But after looking again carefully, the name of the planet was still Sharon McKinzie.Sharon immediately realized something.She lowered the telescope and turned to look at Thomas.He was quietly watching her, a faint smile resting on his lips. His features were gentle, filled with warmth and affection.Sharon asked, "This is..."Thomas walked over to her."Sharon, look again carefully."Confused, Sharon picked up the telescope once more.This time, she noticed that beside the small planet named after her, there was a blue companion star orbiting around it.A strange feeling rose in her heart.She moved the telescope toward the blue companion star.Thomas's name appeared clearly before her eyes.Sharon trembled slightly.She looked even more carefully.The planet named "Thomas Ferrero" was revolving around "Sharon McKinzie," as if it had been drawn in by "Sharon McKinzie" and could never escape its gravitati
"Sharon, let's go.""Okay."After that, Thomas took Sharon on a helicopter.Sharon didn't ask where he was taking her. Wherever it was, she believed Thomas would never hurt her.About an hour later, the helicopter landed on a cliff by the sea. The waves crashed against the rocks, creating a rhythmic roar.Sharon looked up at the towering structure before her."This is..."Thomas replied, "The largest astronomical observatory in Marcentine."By now, the sky outside had already turned dark. The surrounding view was incredibly open. Because they were far away from the noise of the city, there were no city lights in sight—only the most untouched beauty of nature.Even the stars in the night sky seemed brighter than those in the city.It was indeed the perfect place for stargazing.Before long, the person in charge of the observatory came over to greet them.After respectfully exchanging greetings with the two of them, he said, "Mr. and Mrs. Ferrero, please follow me."Sharon a
"The designer is Mr. Ferrero." The makeup artist smiled as she explained. "The dress you're wearing, the other outfits prepared for you to change into, these accessories and pieces of jewelry, as well as the shoes... all of them were personally designed by Mr. Ferrero."Sharon froze.She looked down at the dress she was wearing, then glanced at the accessories and jewelry displayed on the table."You mean... Thomas designed all of these himself?"The woman smiled respectfully."Yes. These designs were all completed independently by Mr. Ferrero. He didn't ask anyone else to help."Sharon suddenly remembered that during this period of time, Thomas had often gone out during the day. She had never known what he was busy with.Was he actually designing clothes for her?A warmth she couldn't describe slowly spread through her heart.She knew Thomas didn't have to go through all this trouble. If he wanted to, he could easily find the best designers in the world. Yet, he had still cho
Sharon was a little curious."Where are you taking me?"Thomas replied, "You'll find out soon."About half an hour later, Sharon received another call from him."Sharon, I'm here."Sharon went downstairs and saw Thomas's car already waiting outside.When he saw her approaching, Thomas stepped out and opened the passenger door for her himself.Sharon noticed that Thomas was dressed more formally than usual today.She glanced down at her own clothes."Are you taking me to a banquet?"She was still wearing her work outfit."No," Thomas replied.Not long after, Thomas brought her to a private clothing studio.The studio was located in a rather secluded area and wasn't very large, only about a hundred square meters.As soon as they opened the door, several middle-aged women with warm smiles came forward to greet them."Mr. and Mrs. Ferrero, you're finally here."Mrs. Ferrero.That title gave Sharon a strange yet unfamiliar feeling. Even her heartbeat quickened slightly. Onl
A chill ran through Sharon—every hair on her arms prickled upright. Instinct told her Thomas was dangerous. It was the same hollow, knife-edge feeling that surfaced in moments when life and death hung in the balance.Her feet stalled, as if nailed to the floor. Thomas's gaze shifted, as if he'd j
Julliard's hand, hidden beneath the table, tightened into a fist. The more he looked at Thomas, the more a sourness grew inside him. Thomas had to be dealt with.Over dinner, Sharon and Julliard traded updates: work, life, then Theo and Carter. Not once did Sharon mention Jamie. Even when Julliard
Ever since she had last heard from Wendy, Sharon had already made up her mind.Whether the information was true or not didn't matter—she would go. Anything that could trouble Jamie was worth doing. And if it turned out to be false, she would simply prepare another move.Beside her, Thomas suddenly
Jamie's voice was filled with restrained anger. "She never should have done that to Johanna. No matter what happens, if I ever get the chance, I'll make her pay for it, a hundredfold."Silas had agreed to cooperate with Jamie only to dig up some dirt on Sharon, something that could destroy her repu







