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The wound on my arm was throbbing faintly.
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I sustained this wound while protecting Rosaline from Annie’s attack a few days ago. Scabs had formed since then, and my arm seemed to be healing well.
However, when the wound was soaked in seawater, it reopened.
Edward let out a growl as if he could relate to my wound. I gave him reassurance, making sure that Rosaline would never find out about this.
At this moment, I was Rosaline’s pillar of strength. I was someone she could lean on. I could not show any signs of weakness.
I didn’t want her to worry about me.
Guided by Edward, we swam forward while Rosaline lay on Edward’s back.
However, the waves began to get violent. We were tossed up and down, which stalled our progress as we could barely move forward.
Rosaline looked at the distant island in front of us and blurted out worriedly, “Caden, it seems like we are not getting any closer to that island….
I noticed that too.
There was a headwind buffeting us.
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Although we tried with all of our strength, the waves were pushing us away from the island.
Edward was on the brink of exhaustion as well. I volunteered to take the lead and allowed him to rest for a while.
Rosaline jumped into the water to make things easier for us. She came and held onto me as she saw me transforming back into my human form.
“How about I turn into a wolf and you take a break?” she suggested.
I floated while I pondered for a moment. Then, I replied, “Let’s not move for now and conserve our energy. When the wind subsides, we can continue swimming toward the island.”
Rosaline thought for a moment and nodded in agreement. “It seems like we don’t have a lot of choices.”
We stopped swimming and held each other closely.
We were lucky to have life jackets on us, so even if we didn’t try to keep ourselves afloat, we could just sway with the waves, without worrying about sinking.
Our human forms were much lighter than our wolf forms. We could conserve energy as swayed by the
waves.
The waves continued to surge and crash all around us, accompanied by the howling wind. I put my arms
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I comforted her, “Rosie, don’t be afraid. Just hold on a little longer.”
“I’m not afraid of anything with you around,” Rosaline said as she held onto me.
We were drifting further and further away with the waves.
I lost any sense of time, but the waves finally began to calm down.
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“Drink some water to replenish your strength,” I produced a bottle of mineral water from my backpack and handed it to Rosaline. “When the wind stops, we will swim toward that island again.”
“Okay.” Rosaline took a few sips of water and then handed me the bottle.
I put the bottle back in my backpack.
Rosaline asked in surprise, “Aren’t you going to drink?”
I shook my head, “I’m not thirsty.”
In the vast ocean, fresh water was indispensable for maintaining life.
Even if we managed to make it to the island, there might not be any fresh water there.
This was why the few bottles of mineral water I had were especially precious now.
I wanted Rosaline to have them as much as possible.
Of course, Rosaline knew what I was thinking. She gently gave me a kiss.
Night finally came. A crescent moon high up in the sky illuminated the waters.
Under the glow of the moonlight, the vast ocean shimmered as waves continued to ripple and break. It was a beautiful harmony of colors.
If we weren’t in mortal danger, this would be so romantic–a swim in the ocean beneath the moonlight.
“Rosie, the sea is calm now. Let’s swim toward the island now,” I looked into the distance and announced, interrupting Rosaline’s thoughts.
We could barely make out the outline of the island from where we were now. It would be bad if we didn’t hurry over before another storm struck us.
“You are right. Time is of the essence,” after some rest and water, Rosaline was feeling better.
However, as she turned around, she accidentally bumped into my injured arm.
“Ouch… “I could not help but let out a soft hiss.
“Caden, what’s wrong?” Rosaline noticed my discomfort and asked worriedly.
The pain in my arm continued to assault me in pangs. I sucked in a deep breath and forced a smile. “I’m fine.”
“But…” Rosaline wanted to know what was bothering me.
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Rosaline did not give up just yet as she asked, “Are you sure you’re fine?”
“Yes,” I replied curtly, lifting the corner of my lips. “Let’s not waste any more time. Let’s hurry.”
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Rosaline stopped pestering me with her questions. The two of us swam rhythmically toward the island.
Time was ticking.
As we swam toward the island, I scanned my surroundings to see if any boats were passing by.
Unfortunately, it seemed like we were in a remote part of the ocean. There was no sign of any boats around
- us.
As I fixed my gaze on the distant horizon, my thoughts began to drift.
Years ago, my father sailed out to sea on a cruise ship and unfortunately, there was a nasty storm. He ended up at the bottom of the sea.
I vowed to not follow in his footsteps.
We would make it back alive.
The sky began to glow in the distance, revealing the light of dawn. The island unfolded before our eyes.
“Rosaline, we will be there soon.” I kept encouraging Rosaline.
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Caden’s magnetic voice seemed to be able to drive away all the fatigue in my body.
I just need to hold on a little longer. Once we reach the island, we can rest properly.
As the island drew closer, the tension in my heart began to case.
Suddenly, a huge wave came crashing toward us.
Caden and I were pushed back by the wave.
“Caden, there’s no wind around here. Where did that wave come from?” I asked in confusion.
Caden answered in a cold and serious tone, “Rosaline, get back now!”
“What?” I looked closely and saw a dark figure swimming toward us.
This figure must be what caused the wave just now.
I felt something caught in my heart. What was that?
A shark?
Oh my god, how unlucky are we?
At this rate, Caden and I might really meet our end in the sea!
I tried squinting to take another look, and it didn’t seem to be a shark at all.
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It was a kind of fish that I had never seen before. I didn’t know whether it would attack humans or not.
“Caden, what kind of fish is that?” I could not look away from the figure. I felt like my heart was going to jump into my throat.
Caden furrowed his brows and replied, “I don’t know.”
He took out a blade from his backpack and cut the rope that connected our life jackets. He yelled, “Rosaline, you need to go now. Swim over there as fast as you can!”
“No, we will face this together.” I refused to let him face the unknown alone.
Caden transformed into a white wolf and shielded me with his body.
Just then, the giant fish launched its first attack.
As it lunged toward us, the white wolf did not hesitate to put its body between the fish and me.
In the middle of the ocean, the white wolf fought ferociously with its teeth and claws.
However, being in the water drastically reduced the white wolf’s effectiveness.
I summoned Freya without hesitation, joining the white wolf in battling the fish.
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After some tearing and clawing, the ocean was dyed a crimson red.
After what seemed like an eternity, the fish finally went still..
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Both the white wolf and Freya were panting heavily, so Caden and I immediately transformed back into human form.
As we stayed afloat, I stared at the fish’s lifeless body and shuddered.
“Caden, it’s dead… “I began.
However, it seemed like Caden was not moving as well. He did not answer me.
My heart skipped a beat, and I swam toward him.
I immediately saw that Caden’s face was covered in blood.
“Caden, are you okay?” My heart sank as I asked.
Caden had lost so much blood. Would he be fine?
An unfamiliar pain washed over me, engulfing my whole body.
Caden had risked everything to save me once again.
“I’m fine,” Caden gasped.
His voice was like music to my ears, instantly vanquishing the sadness in my heart.
He was okay, and that was all that mattered.
“But you are covered in blood …” I held Caden tightly and said.
Caden flashed a smile at me and said gently, “That’s the blood of the fish, splattered on my face. Rosie, I am really happy that you’re so concerned about me.”
I glared at him and complained, “Who cares that much about you? Anyway, let me help you clean the blood.”
I washed Caden’s face with seawater.
It was at this moment that I noticed Caden’s unusually pale face.
It seemed that his arm was bleeding as well.
“What’s wrong with your arm? That doesn’t look like fish blood,” I asked him dreadfully and that sense of dread made me tear up again.
Caden shook his head and replied, “It’s nothing. We need to go now. We are not safe here.”
“Let me take a look,” I insisted.
I checked his arm and saw that his condition was dire.
His previous wound on his arm had reopened.
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Not only that, in the battle with the fish just now, although he killed the big fish, Caden also suffered some injuries here and there.
His face was getting paler by the second.
I reached out and touched his forehead. It almost scalded my skin.
“Let’s hurry to the island.” I calmed myself and said.
There was inflammation on his wound now. If he continued to soak in seawater, things would only take a turn for the worst.
I had to get Caden to the island now and treat his wound with a bandage.
“Caden, hang in there.” I could feel that his condition was worsening rapidly.
Caden pursed his pale lips and beads of sweat were forming on his forehead. He gasped, “Rosie, I’m sorry for making you worry.”
Something tugged at my heart upon hearing that. He had wasted too much of his strength when he battled the fish just now.
Obviously, he didn’t tell me about his wounds to avoid worrying me.
At this point, he was having a fever because of the inflammation. I knew I could not delay treating him any further, so I held Caden close to me with one arm, grabbed our life jackets with the other, and swam toward the island with conviction.
Caden was getting weaker and weaker by my side.
I was getting anxious. I kept calling out to him, “Caden, how are you feeling?”
Caden gradually went still.
I was startled, so I quickly shook his arms. “Caden, wake up! Don’t lose consciousness now!”
Caden managed to muster the last of his strength as he said faintly, “Rosie, I’m sorry. I may … may not be able to protect you anymore.”
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“What nonsense are you talking about?” Rosaline couldn’t help but begin to feel anxious after hearing my words.
I tried hard to look in the direction of the island. Although we were getting closer to the island, the actual distance was still quite far.
I was exhausted and could not swim any further. If things continued at this rate, I would only burden Rosaline.
The last thing I wanted to do was to burden her.
I furrowed my brows slightly as I reached out to untie the rope holding our life jackets together. I said, “Rosaline, I feel a little tired. I need to rest for a bit. You should go ahead and swim to the island now. I’ll catch up to you later.”
Rosaline immediately grabbed my hand and protested, “No, we’ll swim there together.”
“I’ll just be a burden to you,” I did not want to tell white lies anymore.
Rosaline’s unwavering support and care made me happy.
Even if I were to drown in the vast sea, I would have no regrets.
Rosaline took a deep breath and replied, “I don’t worry about you being a burden at all. Since I’ve already told you my feelings, I will do my best. I won’t leave you behind. This time, I’ll be protecting you! We will be together forever, and till death do us part!”
Rosaline was very determined.
I could no longer dissuade her as I let her pull me forward as she tried her best to swing her arms.
“Caden, you must hold on!”
Rosaline continued to exert all of her strength and finally, little by little, the island was getting closer.
The island was growing in size in our field of vision …
Rosaline was breathing hard as she said, “Caden, we’re almost there. Just hold on a little longer!”
Suddenly, a wave hit me. I could not help but grunt.
I felt terrible, but any remaining consciousness made me realize that I could not just collapse at this
moment.
Rosaline was deeply devoted to me. She would stick with me through thick and thin.
I could not afford to let her down.
With every last ounce of strength, Rosaline and I finally broke through the waves. We finally reached the
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I smiled at her, but immediately, everything went black as I collapsed on the beach.
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Caden lay on the beach, his handsome face was deathly pale. His eyes were shut tight and he was breathing, heavily as he sank into unconsciousness.
I was shocked by his sudden collapse. Without any delay, I reached out and put my fingers under his nostrils. Only after making sure he was still breathing did I finally feel a little at ease.
However, Caden’s body was scorching hot.
It must be because he had an infection from his wound. After he soaked himself in seawater for so long, he was having a high fever right now.
Imperatively, I needed to lower his body temperature. I needed to cool him down.
“Caden, you’ll be fine. I will save you!” I clutched his hand hard and took it close to my lips to plant a kiss on
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I took out a bottle of mineral water and sat down. I moved Caden’s head and laid it on my lap while I opened the water bottle. I said, “Caden, have some water now.”
However, he did not respond. He was still out cold.
“Caden, wake up!” I raised my voice and called out his name.
Despite my efforts, Caden did not respond at all.
“Caden, here, drink some water,” I changed my strategy and parted his lips. Then, I slowly poured some water into his mouth.
However, Caden was still unresponsive. The water that I just gave him trickled down his mouth.
In the end, I took a sip of water myself and held it in my mouth. Then, I slightly lowered my head, pressing my lips against his thin yet attractive lips. They looked so good even though he was lifeless right now.
Immediately, Caden’s hot lips felt like an electric shock. My lips began to heat up too.
He was feverish.
I took a deep breath, held my breath, and firmly held Caden’s head with my hands. Then, I fed him the water in my mouth as our lips locked.
Caden unconsciously made a soft groan as he tried to spit out the water. However, I made sure the water did not spill out as I pressed my lips onto his.
Finally, I saw his Adam’s apple move. He finally swallowed that mouthful of water.
Finally, things were going well!
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I took a deep breath and shoved my feelings of embarrassment aside. I fed him a few more times using my mouth.
I found a towel in Caden’s backpack and dampened it with water. Then, I folded it and placed it on his forehead to cool his body.
After doing all that, Caden’s breathing finally became much smoother. I felt much calmer as well. I stood up and looked around my surroundings.
There was a huge patch of beach by the sea.
Further into the island, there was a lush forest.
I felt relieved knowing that there were plants all around the island. It meant there must be fresh water for us, a vital resource for Caden and me.
The only thing that bothered me was the idea of animals roaming the island.
When I recalled the giant fish that we encountered in the sea earlier, I felt a chill running down my spine.
If Caden did not shield me from its attack, I might be the one seriously injured now.
I looked at Caden who was still unconscious and felt a pang of sadness rising in my heart. Soon, tears welled up in my eyes.
However, I told myself that I must stay strong.
At this moment, I must face everything with cold rationality and a strong demeanor.
Caden needed me to save him.
I wiped away my tears and called upon Freya. I commanded her to quickly search the island.
The island was not vast and the ocean surrounded it. There were no animals, but there were dense forests. I was worried that we would get lost, so I didn’t let Freya explore the forest.
By the time I returned to the beach, Caden was still out cold.
“Water … water … ” He was mumbling in his sleep.
I quickly transformed back to my human form and walked toward him. I asked, “Caden, can you hear me?”
I got close to him and checked his facial features, but still, he was unconscious. He was muttering in his sleep.
Caden, you will be fine! You will be fine!
I silently prayed for him in my heart. Then, I took the water bottle and took a sip. I leaned down and pressed my lips onto his once again to feed him water.
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I greedily sucked on a cool pair of lips. A familiar feeling continued to linger in my mind, and this comforting sensation rippled throughout my body.
Tessa, is that you?
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There was a faint fragrance as I pressed my lips against hers. It reminded me of some childhood memories.
My body was on fire, yet the woman’s lips seemed like a cool spring. It felt very refreshing and soothing,
I reached out instinctively to hug the woman.
It felt so soft, so good, so comfortable.
“Caden, Caden, wake up….
In my daze, I heard someone calling out to me.
I felt her face pressing against mine. It felt cool and refreshing.
“You promised to be with me, to protect me forever. You cannot break your promise.”
A gentle voice rang in my ears.
I could feel myself returning to my senses. Who was calling me?
The voice was very familiar and gentle. Was it Tessa? Or was it Rosaline?
Tessa… Rosaline…
Rosaline’s and Tessa’s images slowly overlapped in my mind.
Why do I have this strange feeling that Rosaline is Tessa?
Finally, I could feel the world around me again. I felt strength returning in my limbs. I slowly opened my eyes, and the woman’s face in front of me began to take shape.
I raised the corner of my mouth and called out, “Rosaline…”
“Caden, you’re awake?” Rosaline’s eyes sparkled with joy.
“Yeah,” I nodded slightly and replied, “What happened to me?”
I felt like my body was falling apart. The pain continued to besiege me, and I could only lie down helplessly.
“You’re injured and the wound got infected. You had a high fever just now,” Rosaline said with a concerned look on her face.
I took a deep breath. Memories of what happened slowly came back to me.
Yes, my plane crashed.
Rosaline and I fell into the sea, and there was a storm. I fought a giant and menacing fish.
I vaguely remembered that I was going to meet my end. I asked Rosaline to go away, to let me be.
“Rosie vou saved me?” I looked around and realized for the first time that I was on a heach We survived a
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difficult ordeal, which made our current situation even more unbelievable and unreal.
Rosaline smiled and said, “You’ve saved me so many times before, so this is just one of my many ways to repay you.”
I smiled back at her and held her hand. I said in a low voice, “It seems like I can only repay you with a vow in marriage.”
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The scorching heat of Caden’s hand made me catch my breath. This man! He’s barely recovering and already being so improper.
I never realized how thick–skinned Caden could be.
Seeing my silence, Caden tightened his grip on my hand just a bit. “Don’t forget, you promised me. No backing out.”
I caressed his hand. “Yes, I promised you. I won’t back out. But for now, we need to find a safe place.”
With Caden waking up and looking slightly better, my heart finally began to feel a bit more at ease. His illness mainly stemmed from seawater causing his wounds to become inflamed and giving him a high fever. Physical measures alone wouldn’t bring down the fever, especially since the temperature outside had dropped. The blazing sun beat down on the beach, unbearable even for a healthy person, let alone Caden with his high fever.
What made it worse was that I had no medical supplies, and I was growing increasingly anxious.
After thinking for a moment, I decided to find a safe place for Caden first, then search the island for herbs to lower his fever. I had studied medicine with a respected werewolf doctor back in Frostmoore, so I knew a bit about herbs.
“Caden, can you walk?” I looked into the distance, wanting to search the forest for herbs, but I was worried about leaving Caden alone here.
–Caden tried to stand but struggled.
I quickly moved to support him, and Caden leaned on my shoulder, his right arm draping across my chest.
Unintentionally, his large hand brushed against my soft chest.
A shock of sensation ran through me, and my face instantly flushed.
I paused, glaring at Caden. “Can’t you behave?”
Caden’s lips curved into a faint smile. “Are you feeling shy?”
I sighed, pressing my lips together, and changed the subject. “Watch your step, be careful.”
It took a significant effort to get Caden under a large tree. I had asked Freya to scout this spot earlier; the thick canopy provided shade from the sun, and it was both dry and safe.
Gently, I helped Caden sit and lean against the tree trunk.
“Caden, rest here for a bit. I’m going to look around for some herbs,” I said.
“Alright.” Caden nodded slightly.
His complexion appeared better. Even if he wasn’t as robust as an Alpha, he was still the heir apparent, with a physique that was not to be underestimated.
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Quickening my pace, I suddenly heard a faint rushing sound. What could that be? Could it be danger? I cautiously stopped and leaned my head to listen carefully.
It sounded like running water!
The noise seemed to be coming from within the forest. There might be a water source there!
Excitedly, I followed the sound and soon came upon a stream.
Fantastic!
I rushed to the stream’s edge, cupping my hands to drink the water in big gulps. After drinking my fill, I felt much better.
As I stood up, I noticed several fruit trees on the opposite bank, laden with orange fruits that resembled tangerines.
I crossed the stream quickly, plucked a fruit, and sniffed it cautiously.
It was indeed a tangerine.
Peeling it open, I took a bite. It was deliciously sweet and sour.
It seemed like fate was favoring us. With water and tangerines found, surviving on the island wouldn’t be a problem.
I quickly picked several tangerines and started to make my way back, still keeping an eye out for herbs. Unfortunately, I didn’t find any useful ones.
I decided to get some fruit to Caden first to replenish his energy.
Following my marks, I returned to the large tree where I had left Caden.
But as I approached, I saw no one there.
Caden was gone!
My heart leaped into my throat. Caden was in such bad shape; he could barely stand. How could he just vanish?
Did something happen to him?
Panic surged through me as I ran over, shouting, “Caden! Caden! Where are you?”
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“Rosaline, I’m over here.” Caden’s voice echoed from a distance.
Relief flooded my heart as I hastily followed the sound.
“I told you to wait where you were. Why did you wander off?” I asked, annoyed.
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Caden just grinned and pulled out two small sparrows from behind his back. “Sparrows might make a decent meal, don’t you think?”
“You … went to catch sparrows? Why can’t you just rest?” I quickly supported him and chided, “You’re still running a fever.”
“Are you worried about me?” Caden’s expression was relaxed, clearly more spirited than before.
I rolled my eyes at him. “If I’m not worried about you, who else would I be worried about?”
“By the way, there’s a cave nearby where we can rest.” On my way back, I had noticed a small mountain with a cave that seemed perfect for shelter.
Caden followed me to the cave, which was indeed more sheltered and warmer than outside. It felt like a hidden refuge.
“Stay here and rest properly. Don’t wander off. I’ll go find some herbs for you,” I instructed him before heading up the mountain to search for medicinal plants.
-Heaven rewards the diligent–I finally found some anti–inflammatory herbs at the mountaintop.
When I returned to the cave, a rich aroma greeted me.
Caden’s deep voice resonated. “Come over and have some roasted sparrows.”
I looked and saw Caden holding a tree branch skewering several roasted sparrows, their scent tantalizing.
“Try some.” Caden offered one to me.
Instead of taking it, I carefully took out the herbs I’d gathered, chewed them into a paste, and applied it to Caden’s wound.
“How does that feel?” I asked, looking up at him.
Caden pulled me into his arms. “I’m okay.”
The herbs I had found worked wonders, and by nightfall, Caden’s fever had broken. By the next day, his complexion had improved significantly.
The weight on my heart finally lifted.
Thank goodness for the medical knowledge I had bothered to learn; it hadn’t completely slipped my mind.
A few more days passed, and Caden’s recovery was almost complete.
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I glanced at the man beside me and asked, “Caden, don’t you think our plane crash was in worden
Caden’s eyes narrowed slightly, and his handsome face turned serious
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To be honest, the moment the plane went down, I already had my suspicions.
My private jet had always been in top condition, regularly inspected. There was no way it would suddenly
lose control,
The only explanation was sabotage before takeoff.
But who could it be?
Everyone from the captain to the crew were long–standing employees of Eclipse Group, loyal and trustworthy.
Moreover, with the crew’s lives at stake as well, no one would joke with their life.
I pondered this for a moment and said, “Actually, I suspect that my father’s death years ago might not have been an accident either.”
“You mean … the same person who tampered with the plane might also be responsible for George’s death?” Rosaline asked, her face growing serious.
“Rosaline, we need to get back as soon as possible.” I spoke with urgency.
The news of my plane crash must have already spread like wildfire.
I couldn’t even begin to predict the chaos that might have ensued.
For some reason, an ominous feeling gnawed at me.
“Are you worried about Eclipse Group?” Rosaline asked, searching my eyes.
I nodded slightly. “Yeah.”
“Actually, this might not be entirely bad,” Rosaline mused. “Whoever tampered with the plane likely believes you’re dead now. They’ll move to their next step. By getting back quickly, we can find out who’s behind all this.”
“You’re right. We need to return.” I agreed firmly.
I thought it over and gathered a large number of branches from the forest, dragging them to the beach.
“What are you doing with all those branches?” Rosaline looked puzzled.
“You’ll see,” I said with a smile. On the beach, I arranged the branches into the shape of “SOS.” “I plane or ship passes by and sees it.”
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It had been five or six days since we landed on the island. Each day, Caden and I spent most of our time scanning the horizon, hoping for a ship to pass by and rescue us.
But it seemed our hopes were in vain; not a single vessel came into view.
Just as I was starting to feel a bit disheartened, a luxurious yacht suddenly appeared on the distant horizon.
“Rosie, there’s a ship coming!” Caden’s voice was brimming with excitement.
He pointed toward the ocean, his excitement palpable. “We’re saved!”
Following his gaze, I saw a massive yacht sailing towards us.
Caden quickly took off his jacket, waving it vigorously in the air with his strong, defined hands.
The people on the yacht seemed to notice us and started steering in our direction.
Finally, someone was coming! We were going to be rescued!
My heart began to race with excitement.
The yacht looked awfully familiar.
As it drew closer, I finally recognized it. It was Grandpa’s yacht!
Overwhelmed with joy, I hugged Caden’s shoulder. “That’s Grandpa’s yacht!”
Caden embraced me tightly. “Hubert must have received your distress signal.”
I nodded vigorously, waving frantically at the yacht. “Grandpa! I’m here!”
From a distance, I could already see Grandpa on the deck, waving back at me.
As the yacht approached the island, Caden and I jumped on board even before it had fully docked.
“Grandpa, I thought I’d never see you again!” I rushed to embrace him, tears of relief welling up in my eyes.
“Rosie, I’m just glad you’re safe,” Grandpa said, looking me over for any signs of injury. “Are you hurt or feeling unwell?”
My nose tingled, and I rubbed it, fighting back tears. “Grandpa, I’m fine. Thank goodness for Caden; he saved me.”
Caden stepped forward, his long legs carrying him gracefully to my side. He took my hand and. Grandpa with a respectful nod, “Grandpa.”
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Seeing Caden’s familiar gesture and hearing the way he addressed me, Grandpa quickly put two and two together. Stroking his beard, he broke into a hearty laugh, “Haha, you two are finally together. That’s wonderful!”
“Grandpa…” I felt a bit shy, pouting playfully. “Don’t tease us.”
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“Come on now, there’s no need to be shy. It’s expected for young folks to pair up,” Grandpa teased.
“Grandpa, please!” I turned away, patting my flushed face with both hands.
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With a serious expression, Caden addressed Grandpa, “I’ll take care of Rosaline, and protect her always.
Grandpa seemed pleased, nodding approvingly. “I knew I could trust you.”
Not wanting to prolong Caden’s embarrassment, I quickly changed the subject, “Grandpa, how did you know we were here? Did you receive my distress signal?”
Grandpa nodded, “Yes.”
He went on to explain that he had been fishing by the lake when his sensor suddenly began to vibrate.
Knowing my abilities well, Grandpa understood that for me to send a distress signal, the situation must have been dire.
Without wasting any time, he had set out with a crew to track the signal to its source.
Unfortunately, my necklace had been lost to the depths of the ocean during a struggle with a big fish, weakening the signal, which delayed Grandpa’s search efforts.
Caden and I exchanged glances, seeing the word “lucky” in each other’s eyes.
I asked, “Grandpa, what’s the situation outside like now?”
The CEO of Eclipse Group surviving a plane crash and being lost at sea would certainly cause an uproar.
As expected, Grandpa’s expression turned grave at my question. Turning to Caden, he said, “Caden, Eclipse Pack is in trouble.”
Caden’s brow furrowed slightly as he nodded, “I expected as much.”
“Grandpa, what exactly happened?” I pressed for details.
Grandpa stroked his beard, his expression more serious than I had ever seen. “After receiving your signal, I immediately contacted Richard. But—”
“How is my grandfather?” Caden’s voice was tense, his brow furrowed in concern.
“Your household staff said he’d fallen ill. I couldn’t reach him. This is unprecedented, but the situation was urgent, so I had to prioritize finding you first.”
Hearing this, Caden’s face grew even more solemn.
There was certainly something wrong. Richard, as the Alpha of Eclipse Pack, wouldn’t be unreachable even if he were ill.
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“Caden, Richard will be alright,” I said softly, squeezing Caden’s hand to comfort him. “We’ll get back as soon as possible, and no matter what trouble Eclipse Pack is facing, we’ll face it together.”
“Mhm,” Caden replied with a simple syllable, his eyes meeting mine with a deep, affectionate gaze.
“Grandpa, tell the captain to speed up,” I urged.
I knew Caden’s calm exterior masked a heart full of worry and urgency. I felt the same; the longing to return was overwhelming.
Richard had always been kind to me. If something happened to him, I would be just as devastated as Caden.
“Worrying won’t solve anything right now. Come inside and rest a bit. Even at full speed, it’ll take at least three days to get there,” Grandpa advised, trying to soothe us.
After a few more days at sea, we finally arrived in Rivemon.
At the port, Grandpa saw us off, offering a final piece of advice: “I’m heading back to Frostmoore, but be careful. If things get out of hand, contact me immediately.”
“Take care, Grandpa,” I said, feeling a pang of reluctance but knowing there were more pressing matters at hand.
As Grandpa’s yacht disappeared from view, my eyes grew misty.
“Rosaline, after we handle things here, I’ll go with you to see Hubert,” Caden’s clear, soothing voice brought me back to the present.
I nodded, “Let’s first go to Holbrook Manor to find Richard.”
“No, we need to keep this quiet,” Caden replied calmly.
Keep it quiet?
I quickly understood what Caden meant.
Richard’s illness might not be natural. It could very well be orchestrated by the same person who sabotaged the plane.
“First, we need to find Yale,” Caden said decisively.
I nodded and handed him the phone Grandpa had given me.
Caden took the phone and dialed Yale’s number.
“Hello, who is this?” Yale’s voice came through from the other end.
“It’s me,” Caden said coldly.
“Mr. Holbrook?” Yale’s voice grew excited. “You’re okay?”
“Yes,” Caden replied flatly.
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worried about you and Ms. Sinclair. So much has happened since you went missing…”
“We’ll talk in person,” Caden interrupted, glancing around. “I’m at Coastal Port.”
“I’ll be there right away,” Yale replied respectfully.
“Don’t tell anyone I contacted you,” Caden instructed sternly.
“Understood.”
Half an hour later, Yale arrived at Coastal Port.
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“Mr. Holbrook, Ms. Sinclair, it’s really you!” Yale exclaimed, opening the car door, his expression a mix of relief and excitement.
“Let’s talk in the car,” Caden said coolly, as we both got into the backseat.
Yale started the engine and drove away from the port. “Where to, Mr. Holbrook?”
“Take us to my villa in the suburbs,” Caden instructed.
We finally reached the villa, a place I had never been. Caden led us inside to the living room.
He settled into the couch, crossing his legs with an air of calm authority. “What’s happened at Eclipse Group? And how is my grandfather?”
“Alpha is fine,” Yale immediately reassured, stepping forward.
Caden exhaled a breath of relief and pressed his lips tightly before asking, “Yale, what exactly is going on?”
“When I returned from Frostrau, everything was normal,” Yale began, thinking back. “Shortly after, news broke about your plane crash.”
“The city was in an uproar. Everyone was frantically worried, especially Alpha. He organized numerous search and rescue teams to find you. But by the next day, he didn’t show up. Donny said he had a heart attack and was rushed to the hospital.”
“A heart attack?” Caden’s eyebrows knitted together.
“Yes.” Yale nodded. “Donny claimed it was from the shock of your disappearance coupled with the stress of the search. When I went to the hospital to see him, Donny stopped me.”
“Donny wouldn’t let you see Grandpa?” Caden’s lips pressed into a thin line.
“Correct. He said Alpha was critically ill and needed rest, prohibiting any visitors,” Yale explained, his face
serious.
“Then how do you know Grandpa is fine?” I interjected, seeking clarity.
According to Yale’s account, Donny had essentially confined Richard. So how was Yale so sure Richard was okay?
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“That’s how it was,” Yale explained. “I had the search and rescue team combing the sea, but without a clear crash site, it was extremely difficult. At the same time, I tried everything to get into the hospital and reach Alpha, but Donny’s men were guarding the place tightly. I couldn’t risk making a wrong move. I was afraid he might hurt Alpha.”
I immediately asked, “And then?”
Yale pulled a slip of paper from the pocket of his coat and handed it to Caden. “When I didn’t know what to do, a nurse gave me this.”
Caden took the note between his long fingers and glanced down. It contained a specific sequence of Morse
code.
When translated, it read: “Be careful of Donny. Find Caden as soon as possible.”
“It’s Grandpa’s handwriting.” Caden crushed the note in his hand.
“I tried to contact that nurse, but I couldn’t reach her,” Yale continued. “On the surface, everything at Eclipse Group seemed calm, but from that day on, Donny has been acting as the CEO, handling all company affairs.”
“So Donny had been eyeing the CEO’s seat all along,” Caden said, a sharp glint flashing in his deep eyes.
I was familiar with Donny too. If he was the one behind all of this, I suspected he had something to do with our plane crash.
“He even tried to bribe me,” Yale continued. “And that’s not all. Today, at the board meeting, Donny -suddenly announced that he would be taking over as the CEO of Eclipse Group, and a press conference will
be held in two days.”
Caden sneered. “Looks like Donny can’t hide his true colors anymore.”
“I was worried something had really happened to you, and with Alpha missing, I didn’t even have anyone to turn to. Thankfully, you and Ms. Sinclair are back now,” Yale said with a sigh of relief.
“Actually, the current situation works in our favor,” I said calmly after listening to Yale. “Donny is too eager for power and has revealed his ambition. Right now, he thinks Caden is out of the picture, yet without confirming whether he’s alive or dead, he’s already rushing to seize control of Eclipse Group. He’s out in the open, while we remain in the dark. We have the perfect chance to catch him off guard.”
Caden gave me an approving glance before turning to Yale. “We need to gather evidence and rescue Alpha before Donny holds his press conference.”
“Yes, sir,” Yale replied, his expression hardening.
“Two days is a bit rushed, but it should be enough,” I said as I sat down beside Caden, rubbing
forehead.
Finding proof that Donny tampered with Caden’s plane wouldn’t be easy, but there was still time to prevent him from taking over as CEO of Eclipse Group.
“Since Donny wants to bribe you, we’ll use that to our advantage,” Caden said thoughtfully.
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“You agree to his terms, let him think he’s succeeded, get cocky, and drop his guard. That’s when we’ll gather the evidence,” I added from the side.
Yale nodded repeatedly, and Caden gave him detailed instructions, which Yale carefully noted down.
Sir, I’ll head back now to avoid raising Donny’s suspicions,” Yale said, glancing at the time. He had been out for a while.
“Okay,” Caden replied calmly.
After Yale left, I pulled out my phone and instinctively scrolled through the news.
The internet was flooded with reports about Eclipse Group.
“Eclipse Group CEO, Caden Holbrook’s plane crashes into the sea, status unknown!”
“Eclipse Pack Alpha Richard suffers a heart attack, condition critical!”
“Richard’s adopted son Donny steps up in Eclipse Pack’s time of crisis, set to take over as CEO!”
Donny had probably spread these reports on purpose.
I turned off my phone and sighed. “I never imagined Donny would go this far. Mr. Richard treated him so well, and yet he’s imprisoning Mr. Richard and trying to take over Eclipse Group. It’s true what they say- you can’t judge a book by its cover!”
Caden’s handsome face darkened. “Grandpa must be really disappointed.”
I walked over, took his hand, and rested my head against his chest, trying to comfort him.
Caden gently kissed my forehead, letting out a soft sigh.
“Caden, what are you thinking?” I could feel his pain and asked with concern.
“Donny … I’ve always respected him. I never expected him to be like this,” Caden said, his eyes shadowed with sorrow. His voice turned cold as he added, “Now I’m starting to wonder if my father’s accident all those years ago was connected to Donny too.”
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After saying goodbye to Caden, I returned to Eclipse Group. As soon as I walked through the door, Donny’s assistant stopped me. “Mr. Lowe wants to see you.”
I knew this moment was coming, so I nodded and said, “Understood.”
I took the elevator to the 18th floor and headed to the CEO’s office.
What used to be Caden’s office was now completely taken over by Donny. He was clearly letting his victory get to his head, oblivious to the need for caution.
I gathered my thoughts and took a moment to calm myself before knocking on the door.
“Come in,” Donny’s voice called from inside the CEO’s office.
I entered and asked casually, “Mr. Lowe, you wanted to see me?”
Donny was sitting in Caden’s chair, looking up at me. “Have you thought about what I said?”
I feigned hesitation. “I … haven’t made up my mind yet.”
“What’s there to think about?” Donny suddenly stood up and walked toward me. “A wise person knows when to make the right move.”
I kept my head down, pretending to be conflicted. Donny chuckled and continued his persuasion. “You know the situation, right? Caden’s plane crash–there’s been no word for days. It’s looking grim. And with my adoptive father so ill in the hospital, he told me to take over and manage Eclipse Group in Caden’s absence. Right now, there’s no one else who can take the CEO position.”
Donny handed me a check. “If you agree to vote for me at the press conference, this money is yours, and I’ll also promote you to vice president.”
I took a quick glance at the check–it was for a hundred million.
Impressive. Donny was really going all out to seize control of Eclipse Group.
“Are you serious?” I said, feigning interest, and took the check.
“Absolutely,” Donny said with a smile, clearly pleased to see me take the check. “And once it’s done, you’ll be well rewarded.”
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Two days later, it was the day of Donny’s press conference.
It was a bright, sunny day with clear blue skies.
The press conference was scheduled for 2 p.m.
I woke up early and, after getting ready, headed to Caden’s room. I found him texting Yale on his phone.
“How’s it going?” I walked over and asked with concern.
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Caden smiled, gently kissing my forehead, his eyes filled with affection. “Everything’s going well. Now we just wait for Donny’s press conference.”
“That’s a relief.” I said with a sigh. “When the time comes, I’ll head to the press conference. While he’s distracted and let his guard down, you quickly gather a team to rescue Mr. Richard.”
“Okay.” Caden nodded.
At exactly 2 p.m., the press conference started as planned.
The conference hall of the Eclipse Group building was surrounded by reporters, packed both inside and outside.
I dressed in disguise ahead of time and blended in with the crowd, finding a spot in an inconspicuous corner of the hall to sit.
Caden and I split up; I came to the press conference to see how things were going, while Caden took a team to the hospital to save Richard.
Soon, the press conference began. Donny, dressed in a suit and looking sharp, walked up to the podium with a group of people surrounding him and took a seat in the center, looking all smiles.
To my surprise, Eleanor followed Donny and sat next to him.
The host cleared his throat, smiling as he said, “Welcome, everyone, to the Eclipse Group press conference. First, we have Mr. Caden Holbrook’s mother, Mrs. Eleanor Holbrook, to say a few words.”
I was confused. Why was Eleanor speaking at the press conference?
With everyone’s eyes on her, Eleanor, wearing a black evening gown and high heels, walked to the center of the stage. She cleared her throat and started, “Good afternoon, everyone. I’m sure many of you have heard the tragic news about my son. Caden was in a plane crash and fell into the sea while returning from Fostrau.”
“More than half a month has passed, and despite sending out the most capable rescue team, we still have no news of Caden. His status remains unknown–his life or death is still unknown.
“Given the current situation, after continuous discussion within the Eclipse Group board of directors, we have decided to choose a suitable candidate to take on the role of CEO.”
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As soon as Eleanor finished speaking, the room was filled with whispers and chatter.
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Although Eleanor’s words were carefully chosen, the meaning was clear: Caden’s chances of survival were very slim, which was why Eclipse Group had to urgently hold this press conference to elect a new CEO.
It was unbelievable. How could she, with her own son’s situation still uncertain, already be trying to push
him out?
Was Eleanor out of her mind? She was Caden’s mother, yet here she was, so sure her son wouldn’t survive.
I knew that Eleanor and Caden’s relationship wasn’t great, but I never expected her to actively push Donny into the spotlight like this.
Was there something going on between Eleanor and Donny?
No wonder Donny had been able to easily imprison Alpha of Eclipse Pack.
If Caden knew how his own mother was treating him, he would be heartbroken.
“Mrs. Holbrook, has the board already made a decision on the next president of Eclipse Group?” a reporter eagerly asked.
“Of course.” Eleanor smiled faintly and turned to look at Donny, sitting in the center. “After the board’s election, we are pleased to announce that the next CEO of Eclipse Group is Mr. Donny Lowe!”
Amidst a round of enthusiastic applause, Donny stood up, wearing a smile as warm as a spring breeze. “Thank you, thank you all for your support!”
He waved his hand to quiet the crowd, cleared his throat, and said in a deep voice, “I am sad and heartbroken by Caden’s misfortune. But now is not the time for sorrow; there are more important matters at hand.
“Eclipse Group is my adoptive father’s hard work. With him in critical condition and Caden’s life and death uncertain, the century–old foundation of Eclipse Pack cannot be shaken. Since you all trust me, I must step up and take on this responsibility.”
A sharp–eyed reporter quickly asked, “Mr. Donny, is your appointment as the next CEO of Eclipse Group approved by Alpha Richard?”
As everyone knew, Eclipse Group was founded by Richard, and as the chairman of the company, Richard had the authority to decide who would take the CEO’s position.
Without Richard’s approval, Donny’s appointment would be questionable.
Donny smiled and responded, looking as if it were the most natural thing in the world. “Of course, this is also my adoptive father’s wish.”
The reporter pressed on, “Then why isn’t Mr. Richard here at the press conference today?”
Donny’s gaze flickered for a moment. “Because of Caden’s situation, my adoptive father had a heart attack. His condition is critical, so he couldn’t attend the press conference. He has completely entrusted me with the responsibilities of managing Eclipse Group.”
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Donny obviously couldn’t wait for Caden’s death, but unfortunately, his plan was about to backfire.
I glanced down at my phone–still no word from Caden.
He went to rescue Richard. There shouldn’t have been any accidents, right?
Meanwhile, Donny was still up there, giving his insincere speech. I took off my sunglasses and gave Yale a signal.
Yale, understanding immediately, nodded and strode confidently toward the stage, his cold gaze locking onto Donny. “Donny cannot take over as the president of Eclipse Group!”
The sudden opposition immediately drew everyone’s attention to Yale.
It was well known that Yale was Caden’s Beta, holding significant power and influence.
“Sir, what do you mean by that?” a reporter quickly asked.
Yale replied coolly, “Exactly what it sounds like.”
Donny’s expression changed slightly as he realized that Yale had unexpectedly turned against him.
“Mr. Holbrook is only missing,” Yale said coldly, locking eyes with Donny. “As long as he hasn’t been found, there’s still hope. Why are you in such a hurry to replace him, Mr. Lowe?”
Donny managed to maintain his smile as he stepped closer to Yale, patting his shoulder. “I know you’re upset about Caden, and honestly, I’m sad as well. I watched him grow up and always considered him like a
son.
“But right now, we have to face reality,” Donny continued. “After Caden’s accident, many of us put in everything we had for the search, but what do we have to show for it? Nothing! Caden’s life and death unknown!”
Yale scoffed. “If his situation is still unknown, that means there’s still a chance Caden is alive. Donny, why are you in such a hurry to take his place?”
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Donny frowned and nodded subtly to the werewolf warrior next to him.
The werewolf warrior immediately understood, stepping forward. “Please leave!”
Yale, however, completely ignored him and coldly stared at Donny. “What’s wrong? Feeling guilty?”
“You’re talking nonsense,” Donny’s brows furrowed even more.
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Yale raised his voice a little. “Am I talking nonsense? If you’re taking over Eclipse Group with Mr. Richard’s approval, then why would you need to pressure and bribe me, Mr. Lowe?”
As he spoke, Yale pulled a check out of his pocket and waved it in front of everyone. “There’s your signature
on it.”
As soon as Yale said this, the crowd began to murmur amongst themselves.
“Looks like there’s a lot more going on here than we thought!”
“Does Donny really have Mr. Richard’s approval? If so, why would Yale accuse him of trying to bribe him right to his face?”
“Yale, if you keep causing trouble, I won’t be polite anymore!” Donny said, his tone full of threat and frustration.
“Whether I’m causing trouble or not, you know it yourself. Donny, you’d better stop while you still can,” Yale replied, his words deliberate and firm.
Donny waved his hand and said to the werewolf warriors nearby, “What are you waiting for? Get him out of here!”
The two werewolf warriors exchanged a look and moved forward to grab Yale.
Donny cleared his throat and spoke again, “Ladies and gentlemen, we’ll continue the press conference. I hereby announce that, starting now, I will be taking over as the CEO of Eclipse Group!”
Suddenly, a cold and sharp male voice rang out from the entrance of the conference hall.
“Donny, I’m afraid you’re going to be disappointed!”
It was Caden!
The tension that had been weighing on me finally eased.
Caden had arrived. He must have rescued Richard.
“Mr. Holbrook!”
“Mr. Holbrook is fine! He’s back!”
Caden’s entrance caused an uproar; everyone froze, stunned by the sight of the striking man at the door.
Bathed in the bright lights of the conference hall, Caden seemed to radiate authority, his commanding presence filling the room as he walked confidently toward the stage.
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“Caden… You… You’re okay? Donny stared at him, his disbelief clear as his face shifted through various expressions of shock.
Caden looked at Donny coldly, his lips curling slightly. “What, do you not want to see me?
“Of course not, Caden. I’m happy you’re back, Donny said, walking over and patting Caden’s shoulder in a fake, overly friendly manner. “I sent a lot of people searching for you while you were missing. Now that I see you’re fine, I can finally relax”
“In that case, let’s cancel today’s press conference, Caden said, looking around the room calmly.
“Since the press conference has already started, there’s no reason to cancel it, Donny said, staring at Caden with a look of frustration. “Caden, during your absence, I took charge of Eclipse Group, and this was your grandfather’s wish.”
“Is that so? Was it really my grandfather’s wish?” Caden’s handsome face darkened, and sneered. “Donny, you poisoned Grandpa to seize control, triggering his heart attack, and then you locked him up. Do you really think I don’t know?”
Caden’s words hit like a stone dropped into a still lake, sending ripples of shock and surprise through the crowd.
The crowd began to murmur in whispers.
“Is Richard really locked up?”
“I thought it was a heart attack that took him down?”
“Could Donny really do something like that? Richard’s his adoptive father.”
“So what if he’s his adoptive father? These days, even biological fathers and sons turn on each other.”
The whispers reached Donny’s cars, and his expression kept changing as he glared at Caden. “Caden, stop talking nonsense!”
I noticed Donny’s fingers clenching, a sure sign he was starting to panic.
Caden’s lips curled into a sarcastic smile. “Nonsense? Then let Grandpa come here and tell you himself if I’m lying.”
The moment Caden stopped talking, the crowd went wild again. “Richard! It’s Richard! The Alpha of Eclipse Group?”
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At the entrance of the conference hall, two werewolf warriors dressed in black helped the staggering Richard as he slowly made his way inside.
“Grandpa,” Caden said, quickly striding toward the door.
I stood up as well and walked to the entrance, joining Caden to support Richard.
“Grandpa, are you okay?” I asked softly.
Richard looked slightly tired but forced a smile. “I’m fine.”
We helped Richard to the center of the stage.
“Richard, you’re not … ” Donny’s face turned pale the moment he saw Richard, but he quickly regained his composure and asked, “What brings you here?”
Richard let out a cold snort. “Of course, you don’t want me to come.”
“How could that be?” Donny said insincerely, forcing a smile. “It’s wonderful news that you’re fine.”
“Donny, in order to seize control of Eclipse Group, you poisoned me with a drug laced with wolfsbane, making me too weak to resist. Then, you spread rumors that I was seriously ill and locked me up. Too bad your plan didn’t work out the way you hoped!” Richard’s cold, intense gaze fixed on Donny, his words firm and resolute.
“I didn’t do that.” Donny took a step back, sweat running down his forehead.
“You know whether it’s true or not,” Richard said, stepping up to the stage and clearing his throat. “I announce that today’s press conference is canceled. Caden will remain the Executive CEO of Eclipse Group. Effective immediately, Donny is removed from his position as Vice President and will no longer hold any role within the company. That’s all.”
Hearing this, Donny collapsed to the floor. The werewolf warriors restrained him and dragged him out.
I was very impressed. Even though Donny committed such terrible acts, Richard didn’t go so far as to destroy him completely, but only expelled him from Eclipse Group.
I felt sorry for Donny’s misfortune but angry at his actions.
The press conference ended abruptly, with reporters quickly surrounding Richard, eager to ask questions.
“Mr. Richard, could you clarify what you meant when you said Donny locked you up?”
“As your adopted son, why did Donny do this to you?”
“Mr. Richard, does this mean you’ve severed your father–son relationship with Donny?”
Questions kept coming at Richard one after another. Caden frowned, Yale immediately understood and stepped forward. “Apologies, everyone, but Mr. Richard will not accept interviews today.”
Caden and I helped Richard out of the conference hall.
As soon as we stepped outside, a tall, urgent figure hurried toward me.
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It was Jasper.
“Rosaline, I’m so glad you’re okay!” His eyes gleamed with a strange light as he hurried toward me.
I was taken aback for a moment before asking, “What are you doing here?”
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Jasper walked straight up to me and took my hand. “Rosaline, you’ve been missing for so many days. Do you know how worried I’ve been? I’ve been searching for you the whole time. When I saw you were fine at the press conference, I rushed over immediately. I’m so relieved you’re safe.”
With so many people around, Jasper’s genuine concern made me feel a bit awkward.
I calmly pulled my hand away and smiled faintly. “I’m fine, you don’t need to worry.
“Rosaline-” Jasper seemed like he wanted to say more, but he was cut off by a cold, sharp voice.
Caden, with a dark expression, said, “Jasper, do you have that much free time? This isn’t your business. Go back to Starplay Entertainment.”
Jasper’s expression darkened. “Starplay Entertainment isn’t mine, it belongs to—”
I felt a tightness in my chest. What was Jasper up to?
Was he going to expose me in front of everyone?
I quickly interrupted him. “Jasper, you still haven’t given me the signed photo my friend asked for last time.”
Jasper looked at me intently. “You can come with me to Starplay Entertainment to get it.”
I nodded and then turned to Caden. “You take Mr. Richard back to rest. I need to talk to Jasper for a moment.”
Caden’s gaze was fixed on me, his face dark with anger.
I knew I couldn’t explain everything in just a few words, so I didn’t pay attention to Caden and instead grabbed Jasper’s hand and walked away.
There were things I needed to clear up with Jasper.
Under Caden’s cold stare, I pulled Jasper out of Eclipse Group.
“Rosaline, haven’t you broken off your engagement with Caden yet?” Jasper asked impatiently once we were outside.
I looked at him and shook my head. “I don’t plan to break off the engagement.”
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“Why?” Jasper’s eyes darkened, his tone anxious. “You and Caden aren’t in a contract relationship, are you? Didn’t you say you didn’t like him and would end the engagement soon? Did he force you?”
Seeing how worked up Jasper was, I couldn’t help but shake my head. “Do you really think anyone could force me into anything?”
“Then why…” Jasper’s expression softened, his face showing a mix of sadness and hurt.
I bit my lip and gave Jasper my answer. “Because I’ve fallen in love with Caden. That’s why I agreed to be with him.”
“No, that’s impossible!” Jasper exclaimed, his face filled with shock and disbelief. “You said it yourself–your marriage to Caden was just an arrangement between your grandfathers, that you had no feelings for him. How could you have fallen in love with him?”
I let Jasper vent before I explained, “During my time in Fostrau, I really got to know Caden. Especially after the crash, when we fell into the sea, Caden risked his life to save me. He’s someone I can trust with my life.”
“Rosaline, that’s not love,” Jasper said emotionally as he gripped my shoulders. “You’re just touched by what Caden did for you. Being touched doesn’t mean it’s love. I could do the same things for you. So why not choose me?”
“Jasper, please don’t do this.” I gently pushed him away. “We’re just not meant to be.”
Jasper’s eyes filled with hurt. “Rosaline, don’t you realize? Caden’s heart still belongs to Tessa.”
Tessa…
A sudden heaviness settled in my chest.
I frowned and replied, “Tessa and Caden are a thing of the past. Right now, Caden loves me.”
“Rosaline, stop fooling yourself. Are you really sure? If Tessa comes back one day, can you guarantee that Caden won’t choose her over you?”
Jasper’s words hit me like a hammer, making my chest feel uncomfortable.
I had thought about it–Tessa could still be alive, and one day, she might show up.
But when I chose to be with Caden, I had already made up my mind.
I would make Caden fall completely in love with me, ensuring that his heart belonged only to me, leaving no space for anyone else, including Tessa.
With that resolve, I nodded firmly. “Yes, I’m confident.”
“I just hope you won’t regret this one day,” Jasper said softly, releasing me.
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The news of Eclipse Group’s press conference had already made its way online. The moment I saw the update about Caden’s return, I rushed over to Eclipse Group with Lilian.
But to my surprise, I found Rosaline and Jasper standing outside the building, arguing.
I could hardly believe what I was seeing.
“Lilian, what do you think they’re doing?” I quickly urged Lilian to take a look.
Lilian’s face instantly darkened, and she fumed, “That shameless Rosaline! How dare she try to seduce Jasper in broad daylight!”
As a huge fan of Jasper, she was furious and looked like she was ready to rush over and separate Rosaline and Jasper. I immediately stopped her. “What are you doing?”
I didn’t have an issue with Rosaline and Jasper being together, as long as it didn’t involve my Caden.
But I would never allow her to play both sides.
We both watched as Rosaline got into Jasper’s car and drove away from Eclipse Group.
“What’s wrong, still daydreaming about your beloved Jasper?” I teased, seeing Lilian’s frustrated yet starry- eyed expression. “If you want to be with Jasper, it’s simple–just get rid of Rosaline.”
“You’re right. Just get rid of Rosaline!” Lilian nodded, speaking with clear resentment.
At that moment, a tall, handsome figure stepped out of Eclipse Group.
“Caden!” I called out, rushing toward him with relief.
He raised his eyebrows, staring at me in confusion. “Wendy?”
“Caden, you’re back! I’m so glad you’re okay,” I said. Seeing the man I loved standing there safe, my eyes welled up. “You have no idea how much I’ve missed you and worried about you these past days. I’m just so glad you’re alright.”
Caden’s eyes darkened slightly, and he flatly out of politeness, “I’m fine. Thanks for asking.”
“By the way, Caden, how are things between you and Rosaline?” I asked, trying to sound casual. “When I got here, I saw Rosaline and Jasper hugging and cuddling by the entrance, and then she got into Jasper’s car.”
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What was Rosaline trying to do? She just agreed to be with me, swearing that she wanted to be with me, and now she was throwing herself into Jasper’s arms?
I couldn’t understand her anymore.
Wendy continued adding fuel to the fire. “They really seem like a couple, Caden. Did you and Rosaline
break up? Your marriage was just a contract anyway, so it wouldn’t be surprising if she ended up with Jasper.”
I cut her off sharply. “Wendy, I’ll say this one last time–I don’t want to hear any gossip about Rosaline.”
I might be angry, but I would never allow anyone to gossip about Rosaline or judge her.
Wendy refused to back down. “Caden, why do you treat Rosaline so well? She’s not worth it.”
“That’s none of your business.”
Then, I ignored her and walked past her without looking back.
Behind me, Wendy’s voice rang out. “Caden, one day, you’re going to regret this!”
Rosaline’s POV:
I sat in Jasper’s car as he kept his hands firmly on the steering wheel, driving in silence. The atmosphere felt a bit awkward.
Although I had been busy with Eclipse Group these past few days, I was still keeping an eye on Starplay Entertainment.
Jasper had moved a significant portion of his overseas business back home and made a splash in the industry by investing in several major films.
“You’ve done a great job,” I said sincerely, thinking back on everything.
Jasper had a real knack for this. Otherwise, I wouldn’t have invested in Starplay Entertainment in the first place.
He let out a bitter laugh. “No matter how well I do, you still won’t look at me twice.”
“Jasper, don’t be like this,” I sighed softly, turning to look at him. “I’ve found true love. Shou happy for me and give me your blessing?”
Jasper fell silent,
I looked at him, fully aware of the inner turmoil he was feeling.
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For someone as emotional as him, it must be truly painful.
But, in the end, everyone has to learn to move on, right?
When I looked up again, Jasper’s handsome face had returned to its calm expression.
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He spoke quietly. “Loving someone doesn’t mean you have to be with them. As long as you’re happy, I’m willing to be the one who quietly supports you from behind.”
He looked at me deeply. “I wish you all the best.”
“Thank you,” I said, finally letting out a sigh of relief.
It was good that Jasper had come to terms with everything; my only worry was that he might get stuck on it.
“Are we still friends?” Jasper hesitated for a moment before asking.
I smiled and answered confidently, “Of course.”
When we arrived at Starplay Entertainment, I looked over the recent work schedule and, feeling satisfied, said, “Well, this plan looks good. We’ll proceed with the new product shoot for the next quarter based on this.”
“As long as you’re happy with it,” Jasper said lightly.
He then went over the actor recruitment plan for the next issue in detail, and I gave my suggestions.
By the time we wrapped up, it was already evening.
“I’m going home,” I said, handing the revised plan to Jasper as I stood up.
“I’ll drive you,” Jasper offered, following me.
I thought for a couple of seconds before nodding.
By the time I got back to New Moon City, it was already dark.
Jasper got out of the car and opened the passenger side door for me. “We’re here.”
I stepped out of the car and smiled at Jasper. “Thanks for the ride.”
After that, I turned and started walking toward Caden’s house, but suddenly I heard Jasper’s voice call out from behind me. “Rosaline.”
“Yes?” I stopped and turned around.
I watched as Jasper quickly stepped forward and, in the blink of an eye, hugged me. He whispered in my ear, his voice low and deep, “Rosaline, I wish you happiness and joy!”
His sudden approach unsettled me, so I instinctively stepped back and said, “Thank you.”
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What were Rosaline and Jasper doing?!
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Did she have any idea how much self–control it took for me to resist the urge to storm into Starplay Entertainment and drag her back?
When I got home, Rosaline was still nowhere to be found.
I ended up drinking alone to drown my frustration.
And now, I had to stand here, watching them hug in front of my house.
The anger inside me was becoming impossible to control.
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Finally, Rosaline returned, quietly opening the door and sneaking in. I couldn’t hold back anymore and asked in a low tone, “So, you’ve finally decided to come back?”
Rosaline stood still for a moment, then said, “You’re home?”
She tried to turn on the light, but I couldn’t hold back any longer. I walked over and pressed her against the door.
Rosaline covered her nose and said, “Caden, what are you doing? You reek of alcohol.”
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Already sick of me?
I spoke coldly, my tone icy. “Rosaline, what were you and Jasper doing?”
Rosaline smiled and said, “Wasn’t I just getting a signed photo for my friend?”
A signed photo?
Did she think I’m an idiot?
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I looked at Rosaline’s beautiful face, and the image of her being so close to Jasper downstairs flashed through my mind. A wave of jealousy surged inside me. Unable to hold back, I gently lifted her chin with my finger and leaned down to kiss her.
“Caden, let go…” Rosaline’s words were cut off as my kiss silenced her.
The kiss was forceful, filled with a punishing intensity, leaving both of us breathless.
Rosaline struggled for a moment, but realizing she couldn’t break free, she stopped resisting.
I couldn’t help but wonder.
Did she feel guilty? Why wasn’t she fighting it anymore?
I didn’t know how long it lasted, but when I finally pulled away, I looked at Rosaline coldly and asked, “Has Jasper kissed you like this too?!”
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“What are you talking about?” I gasped, glaring at Caden.
“Wasn’t it Jasper who took you home earlier? Why was he hugging you? You two were together all afternoon –what were you doing?” His voice was cold, and the questioning tone was laced with jealousy.
“Caden, you’re drunk,” I said, pushing him away as I walked toward the couch.
In the next instant, I felt a pull at my waist. I lost my balance and collapsed onto the couch.
Caden leaned over, his voice cold. “I’m sober. Rosaline, do you regret it? Or did you agree to be with me only because we were stranded on that island, thinking we’d never make it back?”
I was left feeling confused. “What, is that how you see me?”
“Then tell me, what exactly is your relationship with Jasper?” Caden asked, his tone heavy.
Ugh, this man was really jealous.
I had to admit, it was partly my fault. There were things I hadn’t handled well.
After thinking for a moment, I spoke up. “All I can tell you is that Jasper and I are friends. He did take me home earlier. And when you saw him hug me, it was just him giving me his blessing. It’s not what you think.”
“Huh?” Caden frowned.
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“Yes, because I told him I’ve found the man I want to spend my life with, and that man is you. Caden, now you don’t have to be jealous anymore, right?”
“Really?” Caden smirked, and the tense lines on his handsome face finally softened.
I nodded. “Yes, it’s true. But…”
“But what?” Caden pressed.
“Well, if you’re jumping to conclusions like that, I might just have to reconsider my decision,” I said, playfully lifting the corner of my mouth.
“You’re not reconsidering!” Caden’s tone was firm as he leaned down and kissed me again.
The kiss, both tender and full of intensity, made my face flush with heat.
His warm breath mingled with mine, and his soft lips pressed firmly against mine. The way we seemed to fit together, so perfectly in sync, left me breathless.
The temperature in the living room seemed to rise with each passing second…
My mind began to blur.
In a daze, I heard Caden’s deep, hoarse voice, “Rosaline, be my Luna.”
Be his Luna?
I snapped back to clarity. “What are you saying?”
Caden’s gaze deepened, his lips curving into a gentle smile as he spoke affectionately, “Rosaline, marry me. Be the Luna of our Eclipse Pack!”
I…
I agreed to be with Caden, but I didn’t expect to become his Luna this quickly.
We’d only known each other for a little over a month. Even though we’d gone through life–and–death situations together, becoming the Luna of Eclipse Pack felt like a huge step–maybe too soon.
Of course, the most important thing was that the Moon Goddess hadn’t blessed us yet, and the red thread of fate hadn’t appeared.
Although I didn’t care, deep down, I still hoped that through my efforts, we could become each other’s destined mates.
Only then, when I accepted his mark and became his Luna, would it truly feel perfect.
“Caden, you’re drunk. Stop talking nonsense,” I said, pressing my hand against his lips to keep him from saying more.
Caden chuckled softly.
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When I woke up the next morning, Caden had prepared a lavish breakfast for me.
“How is it? Do you like it?” Caden asked, pulling out a chair and guiding me to sit down.
As I looked at the beautifully arranged meal in front of me, my heart warmed. ‘Did you make all of this?
“Yeah,” Caden replied lightly. “If you like it, I’ll make it for you every day.”
I looked up into the eyes of the graceful, noble man in front of me, and my heart skipped a beat.
Even someone as high and mighty as Caden has a gentle side.
If I really married him, would I be happy?
“What are you thinking about?” Caden noticed I had spaced out and waved his large hand in front of me.
I snapped back to reality. “Oh, nothing. I was just wondering which of these delicious dishes I should try first.”
“Try the fried egg, the one you like the most,” Caden said, placing a fried egg on my plate. His voice was clear and calm as he added, “Have you thought about my proposal from last night?”
I paused, my fork suspended in mid–air. “Is this your version of proposing to me?”
Caden raised an eyebrow. “You could put it that way.”
“Is this really how you propose? It’s not romantic at all,” I said, feeling a bit at a loss. “And besides, we’ve just met. Talking about marriage now is way too soon.”
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Not romantic…
Rosaline was right.
It did seem a bit casual, didn’t it? I guess this was all my fault for lacking experience.
I spent the whole day thinking about those two words, to the point that I even lost focus during a meeting with the company’s executives.
Once the meeting was finally over, Yale followed me to my office and asked, “Mr. Holbrook, is something on your mind?”
I looked at the loyal Beta and asked, “Do women like romance?”
Yale hesitated for a moment, then nodded. “I think so.”
I turned to him seriously and asked, “What would count as a romantic proposal?”
“Proposal?” Yale looked taken aback, his surprise quickly turning into excitement. “Congrats, congrats! But …
“But what?”
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Yale let out a dramatic groan. “Mr. Holbrook, I’m single… I’m not exactly an expert in this area!”
“Okay, you can go now,” I said, feeling a little impatient as I loosened my tie.
It seemed like I would have to figure this out on my own.
Rosaline’s POV:
Two days later.
After a hectic day, I was about to leave the office when I got a call from Caden.
“Are you finished? Let’s head out together,” Caden’s calm, clear voice came through the phone.
“Sure,” I replied instantly.
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I hung up and made my way to the underground garage. There, I saw Caden’s tall figure leaning casually against his car. His hands were in his pockets, and under the dim light, he looked almost godlike, with an air of effortless elegance and composure.
“Rosaline,” Caden straightened up as soon as he saw me, his long legs striding toward me.
I smiled and said, “Let’s go.”
Once we were in the car, I realized that Caden wasn’t heading toward New Moon City.
“Aren’t we going home?” I asked, a little surprised.
Caden’s hands gripped the steering wheel tightly, and smiled. “I’m taking you somewhere.”
“Where?” I asked, even more puzzled.
Caden glanced at me deeply, his eyes locking with mine. “You’ll find out when we get there.”
Alright… He was really keeping it mysterious.
I decided not to ask anymore. I’d find out what Caden had planned soon enough.
Around half an hour later, Caden stopped the car. “We’re here.”
I looked ahead and was taken aback to see that Caden had brought me to the beach.
The endless ocean spread out before us, calm and serene. The deep blue water sparkled in the sunlight, and the cool sea breeze gently swept through my hair, creating a peaceful, refreshing atmosphere.
What were we doing at the beach?
Caden pointed to a luxurious yacht docked by the shore, smiling. “This is my yacht.”
I was a little speechless. Did he seriously want to take me out to sea at this hour?
To be honest, ever since the time I fell into the ocean, I had no love for the sea.
Before I could say anything, Caden took my hand and led me onto the yacht.
“Come with me. I’ve had a candlelit dinner nrenared” Caden held my hand as he led me toward the dininơ
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As we entered the dining room, I noticed the walls were covered with colorful paper cranes.
“Why are there so many paper cranes?” I asked, confused, staring at the strings of cranes hanging on the
walls.
Caden didn’t answer. Instead, he guided me to the beautifully set table at the center of the room, and we took our seats.
On the table was a pair of exquisitely crafted paper cranes.
Caden handed me the red one. “This is for you. Do you like it?”
“Don’t tell me you folded this?” I took the crane in confusion, glancing at it.
I noticed there were a few golden words on the wings: “Rosaline, marry me!”
The handwriting was bold and strong–it was definitely Caden’s.
So… what exactly was this man trying to do?
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“I folded them.” Caden raised an eyebrow, meeting my stunned gaze. “I folded every single paper crane. Do you like them?”
I did, but…
I frowned slightly and gave Caden a speechless look. “Caden, do you really have this much free time?”
Caden reached out and gently rubbed the space between my brows, his handsome face taking on a playfully aggrieved expression. “Didn’t you say you wanted something romantic?”
Romantic? I only said it casually. Did he really take it to heart?
I chuckled helplessly. “That’s so cliché.”
“Cliché?” Amusement flickered in Caden’s deep eyes. “If you’re not a fan of paper cranes, that’s fine. There’s
more.”
“More?” I blinked in surprise. What else had he planned?
Caden stood up, his long legs quickly closing the distance between us. Taking my hand, he said, “Come with
me.”
He led me to the window and pointed outside. “Look over there.”
“Hm?” I followed Caden’s gaze out the window, only to be met with complete darkness.
“What’s there to see-”
Before I could finish, the beach suddenly lit up with hundreds of candles, arranged in the shape of two intertwined stars pierced by Cupid’s arrow.
The flames flickered in the breeze, shifting colors like a mesmerizing dream.
Then, just as suddenly, the lights dimmed before reigniting–this time forming three bold words: “Rosaline, marry me!”
I stared at the beach, completely stunned. Caden took the opportunity to wrap an arm around my waist, the corners of his lips curling into a smile. “Does this feel a little romantic now?”
Snapping out of my daze, I pressed a hand to my forehead. “This is even more cliché …
“Oh, don’t worry. There’s more.” Caden lifted his hand, pointing toward the sky.
I quickly grabbed his arm. “Alright, that’s enough. Stop with all the surprises.”
But just as the words left my mouth, a cascade of brilliant fireworks exploded in the night colors reflecting off the ocean’s surface.
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At that moment, Caden pulled a red, heart–shaped velvet ring box from his pocket as if by magic. Dropping to one knee, he looked up at me with deep, unwavering eyes and said tenderly, “Rosaline, this is for you.”
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Honestly, I was speechless.
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Caden, such a proud man, going to such lengths to create all these romantic surprises, he really put in the
effort.
With the way he pampered me, there was no way I could pretend I wasn’t touched or happy.
But marriage? That was out of the question. I hadn’t even considered becoming his Luna so soon.
After giving it some thought, I said seriously, “Caden, your proposal barely passes. But I’m not ready to get married this early.”
“Why?” Caden frowned slightly, looking at me with a puzzled expression. “Is it not romantic enough?”
I pursed my lips. “It’s not about it. We’ve only known each other for a little over a month, and we still don’t know each other well enough. Besides, who gets married without even dating first?”
My thinking was that if two people were in love and decided to be in a relationship, they should take their time and really enjoy the process. Then, when the time felt right, marriage would naturally come up.
Right now, I had just agreed to be in a relationship with him.
“I see.” Caden lowered his head, his voice low and smooth as he whispered in my ear, “If you’re not ready to get married so soon, I won’t force you. But we should at least get engaged first.”
His warm breath brushed against my neck, making my cheeks flush with heat.
Before I could respond, Caden suddenly took my hand.
A cool sensation spread through my fingers, and when I looked down, I saw that, in the blink of an eye, he had slipped the stunning ring onto my finger.
“What are you doing?” I gazed at the ring on my finger, a little stunned.
Under the lights, the ring sparkled brilliantly, its large, flawless diamond shining so brightly that it almost made my eyes dizzy.
“This is the heirloom of our Eclipse Pack,” Caden said, smiling. “My grandpa asked me to give it to the future Luna. Now, I’m giving it to you.” He reached out and pulled me into his embrace.
Nestled in his arms, my heart began to race a little faster.
After a moment of thought, I nodded. “Alright, we’ll get engaged first, as you said.”
The thing was, about the engagement–my grandpa and Richard had already sort of arranged it for us. But that was more of a verbal agreement between two grandfathers, and back then, Caden and I didn’t even know each other.
Now, it was about the two of us, and our own decision.
Seeing me agree, Caden’s deep eyes flashed with something different. “Rosaline, I’m willing to wait, until the day you’re ready to marry me.”
“Well, you’ll have to wait for a while then,” I said, my face betraying me as it turned a little red.
“Just don’t make me wait too long.” Caden said with a playful smile before leaning down to kiss me.
The next day was the weekend, and Caden took me back to the old mansion to visit Richard.
“Mr. Caden, Ms. Sinclair, Leslie greeted us respectfully as soon as he opened the door.
Caden casually asked, “Where’s my grandpa?”
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“Alpha is in the study, Leslie replied, leading us to the room. He knocked on the door, announcing, “Mr. Caden and Ms. Sinclair are here.”
“Come in, Richard’s voice came from the study,
Caden opened the door, and we saw Richard practicing calligraphy at the desk.
As we approached, Richard set his brush pen. “Caden, Rosie, you’re here.”
I noticed Richard looked much better and smiled, asking with concern, “Mr. Richard, are you feeling okay?”
“Still calling me Mr. Richard?” Richard grinned at me. “You should be calling me Grandpa by now, just like Caden.”
Uh… Grandpa…
I glanced at Caden beside me, and saw him raise an eyebrow. “Grandpa’s right.”
With Richard’s cager gaze on me, I hesitated and finally said, “Grandpa.”
“That’s more like it!” Richard grinned, rubbing his beard, and then hit us with a surprising question. “Caden, when are you and Rosie getting married?”
Marriage …
Well, it seemed this family was pretty impatient when it came to weddings.
I quickly spoke up, “Grandpa, we’re not planning to get married so soon.”
“Hm?”
Richard frowned slightly, about to respond, but Caden’s deep voice cut in. “Grandpa, Rosaline and I will get engaged first.”
“An engagement. That’s fine … ” Richard laughed warmly. “Actually, the 18th of this month marks the Eclipse Pack’s centennial anniversary. It would be perfect if you held your engagement ceremony on that day.”
“Isn’t the 18th a bit too soon?” I said, feeling a bit speechless.
It was already the 10th–just eight days left.
I wouldn’t even have enough time to design a dress for myself.
Caden’s deep eyes softened as he pulled me into his arms, speaking in a calm, clear tone. “It’s not too soon. You don’t have to worry about anything. I’ll make sure the engagement ceremony is grand.”
Richard nodded in satisfaction. “Then it’s settled.”
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I was a bit speechless.
What do you mean “settled“? I haven’t even agreed yet.
Both of these men from the Eclipse Pack sure were overbearing.
“Grandpa, I’ll keep sending people to monitor Donny” Caden suddenly remembered something “ale has found the pilot. After the crash, he was rescued by a foreign ship. Unfortunately, he was injured during the fall and has no memory of the events from that day”
“I see,” Richard said, furrowing his brows. “Make sure the best doctors treat him”
“I already arranged it,” Caden’s gaze was cold, “Grandpa, Donny is heartless enough to imprison you, he’s also capable of tampering with my plane to harm me. Even my father’s death… is related to him?
Richard’s eyes narrowed slightly, a flash of complex emotion crossing his face. “Until we have solid evidence, let’s not raise alarms. I really hope it’s not Donny”
I knew Donny was Richard’s adopted son, raised by him from a young age. Furthermore, Donny’s father had once saved Richard’s life, even sacrificing his own to do so.
Understandably, Richard didn’t want to believe that Donny could be the one with hidden agendas.
“I understand, Grandpa,” Caden replied calmly.
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The news of Rosaline and I getting engaged spread quickly. It became an instant sensation, trending at number one and taking over the entire internet.
The comments were more enthusiastic than ever, with many sharing their well wishes.
“Mr. Holbrook and Ms. Sinclair are finally getting engaged!”
“Mr. Holbrook & Ms. Sinclair, the ultimate couple! Wishing them all the best!”
“The heartthrob is getting engaged! Feeling jealous, envious, and a little bitter … just kidding, congrats to Mr. Holbrook and Ms. Sinclair!”
Of course, there were plenty of nasty comments attacking me as well.
“Rosaline, that country Omega, what makes her worthy of Mr. Holbrook?”
“Rosaline is just a shameless woman, playing both sides. Mr. Holbrook, don’t fall for it!”
Sitting in my office, I scrolled through my phone, seeing all the slanderous comments about Rosaline. I called Yale over. “Get rid of all these negative posts.”
Yale replied respectfully, “Yes, sir.”
Before I knew it, it was the 18th–the day of our engagement ceremony.
I woke up early and went to knock on Rosaline’s door. “Rosaline, are you up?”
“Yes.” Rosaline opened the door. “You’re up so early.”
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“Today’s a special day. You didn’t forget, did you?” I looked at the woman I loved.
Rosaline rubbed her hair sleepily. “I know, but… it’s still pretty carly, don’t you think?”
The woman in front of me was drowsy, her long hair cascading over her shoulders, exuding a hint of laziness.
I couldn’t help myself and reached out, pulling her into my arms, and pressing her gently against me.
Hot, passionate kisses rained down on her….
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“Okay, okay? Rosaline pushed me away, her breath quickening, After a moment, the said, “I won’t go to the office today. I’ll rest at home in the morning, and in the afternoon, Yura and I will head out for makeovers
“I’ll come with you” I pulled her back into my arms and kissed her forehead gently,
Rosaline shivered slightly, and then gently pushed me away, “No need, Yura will be there with me. Don’t yous have work at the company?”
“But I want to be with you,” I said, pressing my lips together.
On such a special and important day, I didn’t want to be apart from her for even a moment.
“How about this? After my styling is done, I’ll call you and you can pick me up. For now, you go to the company.” Rosaline thought for a moment before speaking,
Seeing that she was insistent, I didn’t push it. I quickly kissed her cheek. “Alright, I’ll listen to my wife:
“Who’s your wife? You’re so shameless Rosaline’s face immediately turned bright red.
“I’ll go to the company now, but remember to call me in the afternoon, and I’ll come pick you up,” I reminded her.
Tonight, I planned to make Rosaline the happiest woman in the world, and I wanted everyone to envy her.
I was looking forward to tonight’s engagement ceremony.
As I drove, I imagined the grand event awaiting us, and I couldn’t wait to see the surprised look on Rosaline’s face when she saw what I had prepared for her.
Suddenly, a woman in a white dress appeared ahead on the road, running frantically while glancing over her shoulder. She dashed straight into the street, heading straight for my car.
I quickly slammed on the brakes.
With the screech of the tires, the woman fell in front of my car.
I quickly got out of the car and walked over to her.
Lying on the ground was a pale–faced woman.
It didn’t seem like the collision was too severe.
I stood in front of her and asked, “Are you okay?”
She lifted her head, and I froze for a moment.
This woman looked familiar.
She was the singer at Chroma Lounge.
I think her name was Heidi Tessford.
I heard her sing at the bar before.
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I had no idea why she suddenly ran into the road and crashed into my car.
Heidi grabbed my leg, panic in her eyes as she looked behind her. “Please, sir, help me!”
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I frowned and pulled my foot back, noticing two large werewolves charging toward Heidi.
One of them, a bearded man, grabbed her roughly and pulled her up, snarling, “You filthy b*tch, think you can get away?!”
With a tearing sound, the bearded man ripped the collar of Heidi’s dress, revealing her shoulder.
That was when I saw it–a plum blossom–shaped birthmark on her pale skin.
The sight sent a jolt through me.
The plum blossom–shaped birthmark… it felt so familiar.
Deep in my memory, I remembered a little girl who had the same birthmark on her shoulder.
“Tessa?” I asked without thinking.
Heidi froze for a moment, then grabbed my arm again, her eyes locked on my face. Her beautiful eyes shimmered with tears, and her voice trembled with emotion. “You’re… Caden?”
Caden …
The way she called him was so familiar!
Back then, that was the way Tessa called me!
The girl standing before me, looking so delicate and helpless, could she truly be Tessa?
Memories I thought were long forgotten flooded back all at once, overwhelming me like a tidal wave.
At that moment, my thoughts were a chaotic blur.
“You b*tch, you’re lucky that Mr. Johnson likes you. There are so many women lining up to get into his bed, you’re so lucky!” The bearded man pulled Heidi hard and slapped her, “Come with me!”
Heidi covered her face, shaking in fear, her eyes full of desperation as she turned to me. “Caden, please, save me! I beg you, save me!”
Her words hit me like a wave.
It was the exact same thing Tessa had cried out before she fell off that cliff all those years ago. “Caden, save me! I beg you, save me!”
Without hesitation, I shot a cold glare at the two men. “What do you think you’re doing?”
My commanding presence immediately diminished their previously aggressive demeanor. One of them stammered, “This woman owes our boss money. It’s only right to pay what she owes.”
I swiftly pulled out a check, filled in the amount, and tossed it at the bearded man. In a cold tone, I spat out one word: “Leave!”
When the bearded man saw the amount on the check, his eves lit up. and he quickly snatched it up from
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the ground. “Haha, we’re leaving now!”
“Thank you, Caden.” Heidi grabbed my hand, her eyes filled with a mixture of emotions–excitement, joy, surprise–so many feelings all at once.
I felt the coldness of her touch and studied her face carefully. “Are you really Tessa?”
“Yes, I’m Tessa,” Heidi replied, nodding without a second of doubt.
A shock ran through me.
The cold wind swept over Heidi, and her already delicate dress, torn by the two men, barely clung to her frail body. She looked so fragile, like she might collapse any second, as if she were made of paper.
All these years, where had Tessa been? Why couldn’t I find her?
I had so many questions I wanted to ask, but at that moment, I didn’t know where to start.
“Caden … I finally found you … ” Heidi trembled as she spoke, swaying unsteadily before collapsing into my
arms.
“Tessa? Tessa?” I instinctively reached out to support her. “What’s wrong?”
The woman in my arms was pale, her brow furrowed, and she had already fainted.
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Raveneaux Delux Studio.
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The moment Yura and I stepped inside, the manager greeted us with enthusiasm. “Ms. Sinclair, your dress and stylist are ready. Mr. Holbrook personally chose them for you.”
“Much appreciated.” I offered a courteous smile while accepting the gown.
I had to admit that Caden had excellent taste. Even Yura admired the gown, saying, “This could compete with our own designs. Looks like your husband put a lot of effort into this.”
“What husband? Stop making things up.” I feigned irritation and shot her a sharp look before heading into the dressing room with the stylist.
An hour later, my transformation was complete. As I stepped out, Yura’s eyes widened in awe.
She gasped, “I always knew my boss was good–looking, but I never imagined you could be this breathtaking!”
Of course, I was aware of my own beauty. My long, carefully styled curls cascaded over my shoulders, complementing the exquisite white gown. The overall look radiated sophistication and charm.
“You are absolutely gorgeous tonight! There’s no doubt, you’ll be the most dazzling bride!” Yura praised sincerely.
The overwhelming compliments made me a little uneasy. I checked the time and murmured, “It’s getting late.”
Yura teased, “So, can’t wait to see your husband?”
“I should call him.” I took out my phone and dialed Caden’s number.
A beeping sound signaled that his phone had been turned off.
“His phone is unreachable?” My brows knitted together in concern.
“Unreachable?” Yura echoed in confusion. “Do you think he’s tied up with something?”
“It’s turned off,” I replied, feeling that something was off.
Where could Caden be? He clearly said he would pick me up, so why was I suddenly unable to contact him?
“Maybe his phone ran out of battery,” Yura suggested reassuringly.
I gave a slight nod. “Let’s wait here for him. He should show up once he’s done with work.”
We both settled on the couch, and I kept my gaze fixed on the entrance.
“Rosaline, don’t stress yourself out. Perhaps he is planning a surprise and will show up when you least expect it,” Yura said, giving my shoulder a light pat.
“Alright,” I responded, though my voice lacked confidence.
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For some reason, an unsettling feeling crept over me, like something significant was about to unfold.
After hesitating for a moment, I decided to call Yale.
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“Hello, Ms. Sinclair,” came Yale’s composed voice.
“Is Caden at the office?” I inquired.
“Mr. Holbrook?” Yale sounded puzzled. “He didn’t come in today. Isn’t he with you?”
“What? He never went to the office?” My chest tightened. I hurriedly asked, “Are you sure?”
Yale confirmed firmly, “Yes. He was supposed to meet with a client, but it was called off because of your engagement ceremony.”
“Understood. If you hear from him or get any updates, please notify me right away,” I said, forcing myself to stay calm.
“Of course, Ms. Sinclair. Mr. Holbrook may have had an urgent matter to handle. I’ll have someone look into it and let you know as soon as we find anything,” Yale assured me.
After hanging up, my uneasiness deepened.
“How is it?” Yura asked nervously.
I replied, “He’s not at his office.”
A deep sense of unease settled in my chest.
Where could Caden have gone?
He specifically mentioned heading to work this morning, so why is he suddenly mis phone is off.
He isn’t the type to vanish without a word. How could this happen?
On top of that, today is incredibly significant for both of us–our engagement ceremony.
Did something happen to him?
That thought made me jump to my feet. “I’m going to look for him.”
Yura quickly followed. “I’m coming with you!”
Even worse, his
There was no time to change out of my gown. I simply lifted the skirt slightly and rushed out.
“Wait for me!” Yura kept up with me. “Rosaline, take a breath. Do you even know where to start looking?”
I shook my head, but an idea hit me. Without hesitation, I pulled out my phone and called Anthony.
“Wilda, isn’t today your engagement? How do you have time to call me? Shouldn’t you be worried about making your husband jealous?” Anthony teased the moment he answered.
“Anthony, I need you to track a phone number immediately,” I demanded.
“Huh?” Anthony sounded startled by my sharn tone. “Why is this number so urgent?”
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“Just do it and let me know as soon as you can!” I snapped before ending the call. Without wasting time, I sent Caden’s number over.
Not long after, Anthony responded, “I can only pinpoint a rough location–somewhere near the outskirts, around Solacrest Mountain.”
Solacrest Mountain?
Why would Caden be there?
He wouldn’t travel so far without a reason. Was he handling something important?
Or… had something happened to him?
Acting fast, I grabbed Yura’s hand and flagged down a taxi, heading straight for Solacrest Mountain.
“Miss, Solacrest Mountain covers a wide area. Do you have a more exact location?” the driver asked while driving.
I answered, “Just drive toward Solacrest Mountain for now. We’ll determine the exact location later.”
Then, I quickly sent another message to Anthony, “Anthony, can you narrow down the location any further?”
Ten minutes later, his response came in, “Sorry, Wilda. I did everything I could, but I can’t track it any more precisely.”
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Meanwhile, at the hospital.
I looked at the woman resting on the hospital bed.
Could she truly be Tessa?
Old, dust–covered memories flickered through my thoughts.
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The distinctive birthmark on her shoulder, the way she called out “Caden“, everything about her mirrored Tessa from years past.
Yet, when she lost consciousness in my embrace, she felt like a complete stranger.
Was she really Tessa?
Keeping my face emotionless, I allowed my mind to drift.
Just then, a faint and fragile voice whispered, “Caden,” pulling me back to the present.
Looking down, I saw she slowly opening her eyes. Her pale lips trembled as she spoke, her tone filled with astonishment and joy. “Caden, is that really you? Did you rescue me?”
I met her gaze and asked, “What’s your name?”
She tried to sit up, leaning against the hospital bed for support. With eyes full of emotion, she softly answered, “Caden, my name is Heidi Tessford, but you can also call me Tessa.”
“Heidi Tessford?” I repeated.
She nodded. “Yes. Since my surname is Tessford, I use Tessa as a nickname. Caden, do you remember when we were kidnapped and locked in that dark room? You haven’t forgotten, have you?”
A wave of emotion stirred within me.
Kidnapped, locked in a dark room–everything matched perfectly.
“Caden, you must recall! The kidnappers were cruel, and they even let a bear loose to frighten us. I was terrified of the dark, and you feared the bear. I promised to protect you and make sure it wouldn’t harm you,” she said with urgency.
The scene replayed vividly in my mind.
In that dark, enclosed space, a small girl clung to me, her tiny body shaking. In a voice full of determination, she whispered, “Caden, don’t be scared. I’m strong. I’ll protect you.”
I found myself asking, “Tessa … are you truly Tessa?”
She was afraid of the dark. I was afraid of the bear.
So when I learned that Rosaline feared the dark, I once believed she might be Tessa.
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With a trembling right hand, Heidi reached up and gently traced my face. Her voice was soft yet insistent. “Yes, Caden, I am Tessa!”
The warmth of her palm against my skin made me uneasy for reasons I couldn’t explain.
Slowly, I grasped her hand and carefully moved it away.
She let out a quiet sigh before continuing, “Caden, I still remember everything. The ones who kidnapped us -there were three men and one woman. The cruelest of them all was a man missing a front tooth. Everyone called him Thrice. We feared him the most. Every time he stepped into that dark room, he made sure to terrify us.”
A sudden jolt ran through me, and my heartbeat quickened.
Her words were indeed accurate!
With a faint smile, Heidi continued, “There was a time when he stormed in with a knife, trying to chop off my hair. Caden, you shielded me without hesitation. He slashed your chest, and blood poured out. Caden, does the scar on your chest still remain?
“And that woman was somewhat kinder. She used to bring us food from time to time. One day, she even gave us a chicken drumstick. Caden, you refused to eat it and saved it entirely for me. You told me, “Tessa, I’m not hungry. You should eat quickly so we’ll have the strength to run away when you’re done.”
At this moment, I had no doubts. She must be Tessa.
Back then, only the two of us knew about these events.
So, Heidi is Tessa!
She is the Tessa I’ve been searching for all these years!
“Tessa, it’s really you.” My doubts vanished as I murmured.
“Caden, you finally remember me?” Heidi’s face brightened with joy. She reached out and threw herself into my embrace. “This is amazing! I can finally see you again! When I fell off that cliff, I … I thought I’d never get the chance to see you anymore!”
The faint scent of perfume on her body drifted into my nose, making me frown.
This fragrance… doesn’t quite match the Tessa I remember.
Maybe it’s because she has grown up. After all, time changes people.
This is the only way I can console myself.
I gently pushed her aside, my voice carrying a trace of emotion as I reminisced, “Yes. When you fell off the cliff, my dad’s men found me and brought me to safety. I’ve been searching for you ever since, but why did you never reach out? What happened to you after that fall?”
Heidi let out a soft sigh. “I was seriously injured after falling and was saved by a hunter. My condition was critical, so a foreign philanthropist took me to Aurion for treatment. He eventually adopted me as his daughter.
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Heidi spoke through her sobs.
I handed her a tissue. “Don’t cry, wipe your tears.”
“Thanks.” With reddened eyes, she accepted the tissue and sniffled.
I spoke calmly. “So you went overseas, that explains why I couldn’t find you.”
“Caden, have you truly been searching for me?” Her tear–filled eyes met mine.
I gave a small nod. “Yes.”
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“I’ve been looking for you too. I often saw you in the news, but I never realized you were actually Caden until today.” Her voice carried a hint of sorrow.
After a brief pause, she continued, “In a way, this accident was a strange twist of fate. If I hadn’t crashed into your car, we might still be wandering separately, endlessly missing each other.”
“By the way, why were those two men after you? How did you end up in debt to them?” I asked.
They seemed like thugs. How did Tessa get caught up with people like that?
She lowered her gaze, sadness evident in her expression. “My grandma is seriously ill, and the surgery costs a million. Singing at a bar doesn’t pay nearly enough, so I had no choice but to borrow from loan sharks.”
“I understand.” I gave a small nod.
Heidi met my eyes. “Caden, about the money you just paid for me–I’ll work hard to return it.”
I shook my head gently. “There’s no need. It’s not a big deal. You don’t have to wor bout it.”
“But how could I not?” she insisted.
Glancing at my watch, I got to my feet. “Tessa, the doctor checked on you. There’s nothing serious. Stay here and rest for now. I have something to take care of. I’ll reach out to you tomorrow.”
Rosaline was still waiting for me. I couldn’t stay too long.
But just as I stood up, her voice called from behind me. “Caden.”
I halted and turned around. “What is it, Tessa?”
She looked at me with pleading eyes. “I don’t want to stay in the hospital. Can you take me home?”
Her expression made it impossible for me to turn her down, so I asked, “Where do you live?”
Heidi bit her lip before answering softly, “My house is on the other side of Solacrest Mountain.”
Solacrest Mountain–it was quite a distance away.
After thinking for a moment, I estimated that I could still make it in time to pick up Rosaline and attend the engagement ceremony in the evening. I reached for my phone to call her, only to realize the battery was dead.
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“Tessa, can I borrow your phone for a second?” I asked.
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She handed it to me with a slight frown. “My phone isn’t working properly, it can’t make calls, but I can send texts. Who do you need to reach? I can send a message for you.”
I gave her Rosaline’s number and asked her to text her, letting her know I might be a little late.
“All done.” Heidi waved the phone lightly in front of me.
“Alright, let’s head out. I’ll drive you home.”
Rosaline’s POV:
Yura And I sat inside a taxi, making rounds around Solacrest Mountain.
The driver, sounding a bit frustrated, asked, “Miss, where exactly are you both headed?”
Feeling uneasy, I remained silent and didn’t give him a response.
All of a sudden, Yura gasped, “Rosaline, isn’t that Caden’s car?”
I followed her line of sight and spotted a Rolls–Royce parked along the rural road in the distance–it stood out noticeably.
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It was indeed Caden’s car, but what was he doing in this area?
A sense of anxiety crept over me, and I immediately instructed the driver, “Please stop a little ahead. Thank you!”
“Got it!” The taxi driver swiftly brought the car to a halt beside Caden’s Rolls–Royc
Before the taxi had completely stopped, I rushed to open the door and stepped out.
Caden’s car was parked at the foot of the mountain. I leaned forward to peek inside, but it was empty.
If his car was here, then he had to be somewhere close, right?
I attempted to call Caden again, but his phone remained off.
Yura paid the fare and walked toward me, asking, “What’s the situation?”
I shook my head. “The car’s here, but he isn’t.”
His car was parked there, yet he was nowhere in sight.
Anxiousness, tension, and dread… a mix of emotions raced through my mind.
Where could Caden have gone? Was he safe?
“We should look around. He might be close,” Yura suggested, scanning the area. “Don’t stress, Caden will be alright.”
I inhaled deeply before turning to her. “You check the left, and I’ll search the right.”
“Got it,” she agreed, heading toward the left side.
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As I walked a few steps to the right, I noticed a small farmhouse with its door slightly open.
Approaching cautiously, I knocked.
No response.
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After a brief moment of hesitation, I pushed the door open and stepped inside. I just wanted to see if anyone there had spotted Caden.
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Inside the room.
I gave Heidi a ride back home.
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As I stepped into her room, I noticed that her house belonged to a poor rural family. The walls were bare, and everything looked worn–out and simple.
Feeling a bit surprised, I asked, “Tessa, is this where you live?”
She nodded. “Yes, this is my birth parents‘ home. I usually rent a place in the city since traveling back and forth to the bar at night would be too inconvenient. But whenever I have free time, I come back.” She lowered her head slightly, biting her lip. “Once Grandma’s health improves, I plan to move my whole family to the city.”
I nodded in understanding. “Where is everyone right now?”
“My parents are at the hospital with Grandma. They probably won’t be back until later,” she replied softly.
“In that case, get some rest. I should be going now.” As I got up to leave, my thoughts drifted to Rosaline and the engagement ceremony that was happening later that evening.
“Caden, I feel so much pain here.” Just as I was about to step out, Heidi suddenly placed her hand on her chest and leaned toward me..
“Tessa, what’s wrong?” I quickly reached out to support her.
She rested against me, lifting herself slightly on her toes. Her lips hovered close to my ear as she whispered in a sweet, soft voice, “Caden, do you remember? Didn’t you once promise to marry me?”
Her words froze me in place.
Rosaline’s POV:
When I pushed open the door, the first thing I saw was a young woman with messy clothes tightly embracing Caden.
Their posture was close–too close. Their interaction was unmistakably intimate.
And then, I heard her say to him, “Didn’t you once promise to marry me?”
I stood there in shock, unable to process what I was seeing. My mind went completely blank.
I had been frantically searching for Caden, worried sick about where he had gone.
Never in my worst nightmares did I imagine that the real reason for his absence was that he was with another woman in such a way!
My heart pounded violently, the ache in my chest so intense that it felt like I could barely breathe.
I inhaled deeply, struggling to keep my emotions in check. My voice shook as I demanded, “Caden, what is going on?”
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He hesitated for a moment, then turned toward the door.
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“Rosaline?” His tone carried a trace of surprise, and a faint smile appeared on his face.
He released the girl from his arms and looked at me. “Rosaline, why are you here?”
But the girl refused to let go. She clung to him tightly, leaning against him as if she had no strength left, her body trembling. “Caden, who is she? I don’t feel well … please don’t leave me.”
Caden frowned and glanced down at her. “Tessa, are you alright?”
Tessa…
That name rang in my ears like a curse.
This girl―the one he was embracing so protectively was Tessa.
It was her.
No wonder…
Hah …
How laughable.
Today was supposed to be the day of our engagement, yet here he was, holding another woman in his arms.
And not just any woman. It’s Tessa, the one he had been longing for all these years.
Right now, it felt as if my heart had been doused in acid, burning with unbearable pain.
“Caden, is she Tessa?” I fought to keep my voice steady.
His expression shifted slightly.
Meeting my gaze, he said, “Go home first. I’ll explain everything later.”
I didn’t respond, only fixing him with an icy stare.
His actions had already told me everything I needed to know.
Right in front of me, he was still holding Tessa tightly!
To Caden, the person he cherished and loved the most had always been Tessa!
In the past, in this moment, and even in the days to come!
And me? I was nothing more than a fleeting shadow.
Of course, now that Caden’s beloved Tessa had returned, why would he spare me even a glance?
The main lead had come back. What use was I, the stand–in?
I wanted to storm up to him, slap him across the face, and demand to know why he had treated me this way.
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Now that he had found Tessa and no longer cared for me, why should I keep holding on?
I am not some fragile woman who crumbles when a man walks away!
No wonder the Moon Goddess never bothered to connect us.
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I had been wrong to blame her. His heart had always belonged to Tessa. How could he have ever truly loved me?
Clenching my teeth, I cast one last deep glance at Caden before turning away.
He seemed to say something behind me, but I didn’t listen.
My footsteps felt impossibly heavy, each step harder than the last.
Dazed and unsettled, I wandered out through the gates. Yura spotted me and let out a startled gasp. “Rosaline, I’ve been searching everywhere, but I couldn’t find Caden…”
“There’s no need to search,” I replied icily, my nails pressing deep into my palms.
The sting in my fingers spread through my body, yet it was nothing compared to the ache in my heart.
Noticing my somber expression, Yura quickly asked, “Rosaline, what happened?”
“Yura, let’s go.” Without another word, I grabbed her hand and led her toward the street.
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The same taxi from earlier was still there, so I pulled open the door and slid inside. Speaking softly, I instructed the driver, “Take me to the Luxe Heritage Hotel”
That was the place where Caden and I had planned to hold our engagement ceremony tonight.
“Rosaline, what’s going on? Did you see Caden?” Yura asked, noticing my troubled expression.
I pressed my lips together before giving a slight nod.
“Where is he? Why isn’t he with you? Did he head to the Luxe Heritage Hotel before you?” Yura’s voice carried a hint of worry.
Closing my eyes, I let out a bitter smile. “The engagement ceremony won’t be happening tonight.”
“What?” Yura gasped in shock.
I inhaled deeply, forcing my voice to remain steady. “I’ve made up my mind. I’m breaking off the engagement with Caden. The ceremony is canceled.”
Yura froze, disbelief written all over her face. “You’re breaking off the engagement? Are you serious?”
“Do I seem like I’m joking?” I replied, letting out a short, mocking laugh.
“Why?” she asked, searching my face for answers.
A painful ache spread through my chest, and I clenched my teeth. “Because Tessa has returned. He was missing the whole day… and he was with her.”
“What? Tessa is back? That’s impossible!” Yura’s voice was filled with shock.
She knew about Tessa from our past conversations. She also knew that Caden had once loved her deeply.
Unsure of how to comfort me, she hesitated before saying, “Even if she’s back, that doesn’t mean he will choose her. Rosaline, you should talk to him.”
I let out a bitter sigh. “His actions already made the choice for him. What’s the point?”
“But… ” Yura wanted to say something else.
I cut her off, “Yura, please give me some space.”
Leaning back against the seat, I let out a slow breath.
The image of Caden embracing Tessa in his arms kept flashing through my mind, refusing to fade.
A heavy weight settled in my chest, dragging me deeper and deeper, as if I were sinking to the bottom of a dark, icy lake.
It was freezing. It was agonizing.
I had never felt this kind of pain before.
It was suffocating, almost unbearable
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But no matter how much it hurt, I had to withstand it.
Right now, I couldn’t afford to be weak.
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Tessa had returned, and Caden had already made his choice. That meant the engagement tonight was meaningless.
Instead of waiting for him to end things, I would do it myself.
I wanted the world to know that it was me who no longer wanted Caden!
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At the Luxe Heritage Hotel.
In the most extravagant ballroom on the ground floor, a crowd of guests gathered, filling the space with energy and excitement.
This was the venue for the grand engagement ceremony of my grandson, Caden Holbrook, the leader of the Eclipse Pack.
Distinguished individuals from Rivemon had all come to witness this grand event.
Numerous reporters had arrived ahead of time, eager not to miss any breaking news.
Anticipation filled the air as everyone looked forward to the grand event.
However, as the minutes ticked by, all the guests had shown up–except for the most important figures of the night, Caden and Rosaline.
Confused, I attempted to call Caden, only to find that his phone was switched off. Likewise, no one responded when I tried to reach Rosaline.
“Leslie, send someone to find Caden,” I instructed, a sense of unease creeping in.
I was well aware that my grandson was never one to be late.
Especially on such a significant occasion, he should have been here ahead of time.
Why was he missing now, and why couldn’t I get through to him?
“Mr. Richard, don’t worry, perhaps Mr. Caden has been held up by something,” Leslie reassured me.
Just then, my daughter–in–law, Eleanor, entered with Queenie by her side.
“Dad, what is Caden doing?” she questioned, irritation evident in her tone.
I shot her a brief look and replied indifferently, “He’s your son. Why ask me?”
From the moment Donny held his press conference and this woman represented Donny, I had already erased her from my mind as a member of the Holbrooks.
Caden had simply relocated to New Moon City and hadn’t returned home for several days.
She was about to respond after my reprimand, but Queenie gently tugged at her hand.
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Queenie said sweetly, “Grandpa, Caden isn’t someone who would neglect his responsibilities. I’m sure he’s on his way. But Rosaline, honestly… Caden’s phone ran out of battery, so why isn’t she answering hers? She has no sense of responsibility.”
I was about to scold Queenie, but before I could speak, a sudden voice rang out, “She’s here! She’s here!”
Everyone’s gaze immediately shifted toward the entrance.
Through the doors, I saw Rosaline stepping out of a taxi, dressed in a striking white gown as she made her way toward the banquet hall.
A sense of relief washed over me at the sight of her–until I realized something was off.
Why is Rosaline alone? Where is Caden?
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I exited the taxi, my expression icy, and stepped onto the red carpet, heading directly for the stage at the center of the ballroom.
Yet, my legs felt unnaturally heavy, as though weighed down by iron, making every movement slow and exhausting.
“Rosie, why are you by yourself? Where is Caden? Didn’t he come with you?” Mr. Richard approached me, worry evident in his voice.
I halted, my face devoid of emotion, and stated flatly, “He’s not coming.”
“What?” His eyes widened in shock.
“Rosie, what do you mean? Why isn’t Caden here? Did something happen?”
He bombarded me with one question after another, but I simply brushed past him, unwavering, and proceeded ahead.
The guests quickly sensed that something was off and began murmuring amongst themselves.
“What’s happening?”
“Why is the bride the only one here? Where’s Mr. Holbrook?”
“Could it be that Mr. Holbrook backed out at the last minute?”
Under the weight of their astonished stares, I ascended the steps, making my way onto the stage.
The host was in the midst of preparations, and upon spotting me, he rushed over. “Ms. Sinclair, the ceremony hasn’t begun yet. You can rest for a moment.”
Ignoring his words, I took the microphone straight from his hand.
With Mr. Richard and the others looking at me in confusion, I steadied my breath, cleared my throat, and declared with certainty, “Tonight’s engagement is officially canceled.”
The instant those words left my lips, shock rippled across every face in the room.
The guests stared at me in disbelief, exchanging uncertain looks while whispering among themselves.
“Why did Rosaline abruptly call off the engagement? Is this some kind of prank?”
“She must have been rejected, right?”
“Obviously. In a powerful family, status is everything. How could Mr. Holbrook seriously commit to an Omega from the countryside like her?”
Despite the murmurs filling the hall, I remained composed, unaffected by their words.
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For them, the sudden cancellation of the Eclipse Group CEO’s engagement just before it was set to take place was an explosive headline!
“Ms. Sinclair, what made you call off the engagement?”
“Ms. Sinclair, you just announced the cancellation. Is Mr. Holbrook aware? Was this decision yours or his?”
“Ms. Sinclair, did issues between you and Mr. Holbrook lead to this cancellation?”
The flood of questions came at me relentlessly.
I curled my lips into a faint smile and responded calmly, “I’m sorry, but I won’t be answering any questions. Tonight’s engagement ceremony is canceled. You may all leave.”
Caden’s POV:
When I stepped into the doorway of the Luxe Heritage Hotel’s ballroom, this was what greeted me.
Rosaline, the woman I cherish the most, stood before me in the white gown I had specially picked for her. It made her appear even more graceful and captivating.
Radiant and stunning, her beauty warmed my heart.
But the words she spoke were ice–cold, “Tonight’s engagement ceremony is canceled.”
The engagement was called off…
With just a casual statement, she ended our engagement without warning.
Why?
I couldn’t make sense of it.
To ensure Rosaline had the most spectacular engagement celebration, I meticulously arranged everything in just eight days.
Every detail was tailored to her liking, selecting only the finest options.
I had eagerly anticipated this night, looking forward to celebrating with Rosaline and receiving everyone’s well wishes.
I had even prepared a special gift for her by hand, hoping to surprise her in front of everyone and make her the happiest woman in the world.
As for Tessa, I had already made it clear that she should leave first and I’ll give her an explanation later.
I knew Rosaline must have misunderstood the situation, but I had unwavering faith in her feelings for me. I believed she would trust me.
Once I cleared everything up, surely things would return to how they were meant to be.
However, Tessa was clearly in pain just now–there’s a chance she was injured when my car hit her earlier.
She once risked everything to save me; so how could I turn my back on her now?
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the engagement ceremony, explain everything to Rosaline, and continue with our ceremony as planned.
But in the end, I left Tessa behind, pushing the speed limit, even running two red lights–just to reach Rosaline sooner.
And now what?
She still called off our engagement in front of everyone without hesitation.
Why would she be so heartless, canceling everything so suddenly?
She didn’t even tell me beforehand.
Was she really this unforgiving?
“Mr. Holbrook! Mr. Holbrook is here!”
Someone spotted me standing at the entrance and called out in shock.
In an instant, reporters swarmed around me, thrusting their microphones close to my face.
“Mr. Holbrook, did you have any prior knowledge of Ms. Sinclair’s unexpected decision to call off the engagement?”
“Mr. Holbrook, can you tell us …
Before they could finish, I cut them off with an icy tone. “Get out of my way.”
A hush fell over the crowd as the reporters recoiled, stunned into silence.
Without a word, my face darkened, and I strode toward Rosaline, each step heavy with determination.
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A shiver coursed through me as I knitted my brows, locking eyes with Caden’s cold stare without backing down.
Did he truly return from Tessa’s place so easily?
Was his fury because I suggested calling off the engagement before he could?
Now, the whole world knows that I was the one who ended things with him. Is his pride so wounded that he’s this enraged?
Hah!
..
Shouldn’t he actually be relieved?
I was the one who proposed ending our engagement, which means he can openly be with Tessa.
On top of that, since I initiated the breakup, no one would accuse him of being disloyal.
Ker mus the breakup, no one would
accuse kit
So why is he acting so furious?
As he strode toward me with a frigid expression, a smirk tugged at my lips, laced with mockery.
with
Before I could utter a word, a sudden force clamped around my wrist.
“You…” My reaction came too late. Caden had already seized my wrist and yanked me to Hounge, pinning me against the wall.
“Caden, let go!” Trapped in his grip, frustration exploded from within me.
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Summoning my strength, I shoved him back a few
paces.
He stared at me in shock, his dark eyes flickering with both anger and disbelief.
Clearly, he was too consumed by his own fury to realize that I had just unleashed my Alpha strength.
His intense gaze locked onto mine, his voice rough with a hint of darkness. “Rosaline, why?
“Why did you call off the engagement?” Caden repeated when I remained silent.
The look in his eyes stirred something deep within me for a fleeting moment.
I lowered my head, shutting my eyes as the image of Caden embracing Tessa earlier that afternoon resurfaced in my mind.
A sharp pain twisted in my chest.
Taking a slow breath, I opened my eyes, my voice sounding cold and unfamiliar even to myself. “Why? Shouldn’t you already know the reason?”
Caden hesitated. “Is it because of Tessa? Didn’t I tell you I would explain everything about her?”
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A bitter smile tugged at my lips.
The truth was right in front of me. What more was there to say?
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At that moment, Mr. Richard entered the lounge, leaning on his cane, supported by Leslie.
“Caden, Rosie, what exactly is going on here?” His tone was both stern and anxious, his expression grave.
“Grandpa.” Caden moved to assist him.
“Did you do something to hurt Rosie?” Mr. Richard’s face darkened as he tapped his cane against the floor, his voice carrying an unmistakable chill.
Before Caden could respond, Eleanor appeared, clearing her throat. “Dad, why are you blaming Caden?”
She paused for a moment before shooting me a fierce glare. “It’s obvious that Rosaline is the one responsible for this mess! A country bumpkin will always be a country bumpkin, completely ignorant of proper etiquette! On such a significant occasion, if you want to humiliate yourself, fine–but why drag our Eclipse Pack into it?”
Queenie chimed in, “Exactly! How could Caden possibly have done anything to upset Rosaline? Today was supposed to be a perfectly smooth engagement ceremony, yet she caused such a ridiculous scene and utterly embarrassed us all!”
As Eleanor and Queenie chattered nonstop, Mr. Richard furrowed his brows and clutched his chest. His gaze landed on me as he asked, “Rosie, explain to us, what really happened?”
“Mr. Richard, I truly appreciate your concern all this time, but I must call off my engagement to Caden today,” I stated firmly, pressing my lips together.
“Rosie, is this because of Caden … ” Mr. Richard began, but before he could finish, he suddenly grabbed his chest, his expression twisting in agony.
Thud!
A loud sound echoed as Mr. Richard collapsed onto the floor.
“Grandpa! Grandpa, what’s wrong?” Caden rushed over in a flash, attempting to catch him, but he was too slow.
I stood frozen in shock.
Mr. Richard’s face had turned ghostly pale, beads of sweat covering his forehead, and his eyes were tightly
shut.
“Grandpa, what’s happening?” Caden knelt beside him, shouting in panic.
But there was no response.
“Somebody call an ambulance!” Caden’s voice rang out urgently.
A crowd quickly formed, and the entire lounge turned chaotic.
My chest tightened as I stared at Mr. Richard lying motionless on the ground.
His symptoms looked like a sudden heart attack.
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I wanted to rush forward and assist him, but Eleanor and Queenie blocked my path. “Rosaline, haven’t you done enough harm to Grandpa? What more do you want?”
“Move aside!” I said icily.
Mr. Richard’s condition was dire. I needed to administer first aid before the paramedics arrived.
The outcome could be disastrous if I didn’t act quickly.
Mr. Richard was an Alpha, and I was the only one who knew how to provide him with emergency care.
However, Queenie scoffed, her expression icy as she refused to move. “Rosaline, who do you think you are? Now that you and Caden are no longer engaged, you’re nothing! You have no right to go near Grandpa!”
“Step aside!” I snapped. There was no time to argue, so I shoved her out of my way.
“Ah!” Queenie yelped as she hit the floor, shooting me a furious glare. “Rosaline, how dare you lay a hand on me?”
I ignored her, but she suddenly grabbed my leg, refusing to let go.
Eleanor and Queenie clung to me like wild beasts, trying to restrain me.
Frustrated, I used force to break free from their grip and pushed through the gathering crowd, finally reaching Mr. Richard.
I knelt beside him and stretched out my hand to check his pulse–only for Caden’s strong hand to block me.
“Rosaline, what do you think you’re doing?” His voice was sharp, his eyes cold and accusing.
Without hesitation, I met his gaze with indifference, shoved him aside, and in CPR on Mr. Richard.
ediately began performing
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Out of nowhere, a memory surfaced–when Stella fell into the water, it was Rosaline who performed CPR to save her.
And when a big fish attacked me, leading to an infected wound, high fever, and unconsciousness, it was also Rosaline who took care of me until I recovered.
This means she is knowledgeable in medical practice.
After ten minutes, the ambulance arrived.
A doctor rushed into the lounge without hesitation.
“Doctor, please check on my grandpa,” I said, stepping aside to give him space.
“The patient has suffered a sudden heart attack and needs urgent medical attention!” The doctor examined Grandpa swiftly, his expression darkening as he set up emergency equipment.
I walked with the doctor toward the ambulance waiting at the entrance. When I passed by Rosaline, I hesitated briefly.
“If anything happens to Grandpa, I will never forgive you,” I stated flatly.
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A cold shiver ran through me, as though a harsh winter wind had pierced my ‘
I never imagined things would spiral out of control like this.
But wasn’t Caden the one who set this all in motion?
- rt.
If he hadn’t been so deeply in love with Tessa, I wouldn’t have called off the engagement.
What was meant to be a grand and joyful celebration ended in eerie silence before it even started.
A dull pain throbbed in my chest, making it hard to breathe.
“Rosaline, you’re truly vile! You put Grandpa’s life at risk. Are you happy now?” Queenie, wearing high heels, pointed at me and shouted furiously.
“Rosaline, if anything happens to Dad, we won’t let you off!” Eleanor added, her voice sharp with anger. Then, without warning, she raised her hand and swung it toward my face in a sharp slap.
I swiftly dodged and caught Eleanor’s wrist, pushing her back. “Mr. Richard suffered a heart attack, and I feel deeply sorry about it. But can you truly claim you had no part in his condition? Who was the one constantly saying things to agitate him just moments ago?”
“You’re still trying to shift the blame!” Queenie quickly rushed to support Eleanor. “Aunt Eleanor, are you alright?”
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“Ms. Sinclair, what are your thoughts on Mr. Richard’s condition?
“Ms. Sinclair, what are your next steps after this incident?”
“Ms. Sinclair, can you explain why you called off the engagement with Mr. Holbrook?”
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Feeling frustrated, I pushed past them and stated firmly, “Apologies, but I do not give interviews!”
Seizing the moment, Queenie stepped forward and gestured for the reporters to gather around her and Eleanor. “You can come over and interview me and Aunt Eleanor.”
The reporters eagerly redirected their attention.
Clearing her throat, Queenie declared, “Everyone witnessed what happened today. My grandpa’s sudden heart attack was entirely caused by Rosaline’s provocation! As a representative of the Eclipse Pack, I officially announce that our family has completely severed ties with the deceitful Omega, Rosaline Sinclair!”
The reporters nodded in approval.
I gave a chilly smirk. “Queenie, you’re just an adopted child with no real ties to the Holbrooks. What right do you have to represent the Eclipse Pack?”
Her complexion turned ashen, and she looked like she wanted to defend herself. However, I paid her no mind and strode away.
Beyond the entrance, Yura and Jasper hurried over. “Rosaline, are you alright?”
“Don’t come after me. I need some time alone,” I murmured, gazing at them.
I understood that both of them were worried about me.
But right now, I just wanted to be alone.
“But, Rosaline … ”
Jasper was about to speak, but Yura stopped him. “Let her go. Give her some space.”
Ignoring Jasper’s concerned expression, I stepped out of the hotel.
As I wandered the streets alone, the vibrant neon lights flickered, casting shifting hues over me.
My mind was in disarray.
Had I made the right choice tonight? If I hadn’t declared the cancellation of the engagement in front of everyone, perhaps Mr. Richard wouldn’t have suffered a heart attack and ended up in the hospital.
Yet, even if I had stayed silent, Caden would have still chosen the same path.
Because his Tessa had come back.
Weren’t the results the same?
Caden’s icy voice lingered in my mind.
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“If anything happens to Grandpa, I will never forgive you.”
A sharp pain spread through my chest.
Does he despise me?
He blames me for what happened to Mr. Richard.
Without realizing it, the rain had begun to pour.
The heavy downpour drenched my clothes as it pelted against me.
A chilly night breeze swept past, making me tremble.
All of a sudden, something tapped against my head–an umbrella, shielding me from the rain.
I lifted my gaze in surprise, only to see a tall, upright figure standing before me. It was Jasper.
“Rosaline, I was worried about you.”
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Dr. Bert Williamson, the director of the cardiology department, had just completed a thorough check–up on Grandpa and stepped out of the patient’s room.
I walked up to him and inquired about the situation. With a serious expression, he responded, “Mr. Richard has had a heart problem, but medication has kept it under control. However, tonight’s severe shock triggered a sudden heart attack, and he requires immediate surgery.”
Fixing my gaze on him, I spoke in an icy tone, “Make sure that the Alpha of the Eclipse Pack survives!”
Feeling the weight of my presence, Bert visibly tensed before nodding quickly. “Mr. Holbrook, I will do my best!”
The medical team wheeled Grandpa into surgery while I remained motionless outside the operating room.
Scenes replayed in my mind–the cold announcement from Rosaline, canceling the engagement, and the moment Grandpa collapsed from his heart attack.
I had anticipated this day for so long. It was meant to be the happiest moment of my life. Why did it turn into a nightmare instead?
“Mr. Holbrook, Mr. Richard will pull through,” Yale reassured me from behind.
I ignored him, my eyes fixed on the operating room doors.
Just then, my mother arrived, rushing toward me with Queenie at her side. “Caden, how is your grandpa?” she asked anxiously.
“Under emergency treatment,” I answered flatly.
“Caden, don’t worry. Grandpa is strong. He will get through this,” Queenie murmured, gently holding my arm in comfort.
I shot her a cold look and pulled away from her grasp.
With a hesitant voice, Queenie continued, “Caden, this happened because of Rosaline!”
“Enough!” I snapped impatiently.
She flinched, falling silent immediately.
My mother intervened. “Queenie, Caden isn’t in the mood to talk right now. Give him some space.”
I lost track of time until, at last, the operating room doors swung open.
I rushed forward. “Dr. Williamson, how is my grandpa?”
“The procedure went smoothly,” he said, adjusting his gold–framed glasses before briefly hesitating.
I let out a breath of relief upon hearing his words, but he hesitated before adding cautiously, “However…
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He continued carefully, “Mr. Richard’s condition remains extremely unstable. I cannot guarantee that he will regain consciousness.”
I froze, refusing to accept his words. “That’s impossible! Grandpa will pull through!”
A moment later, nurses wheeled out a stretcher.
“Grandpa…” I murmured, standing beside the bed, my heart aching as I looked at Grandpa lying unconscious.
Queenie approached and spoke gently, “Caden, try not to worry too much. Grandpa is strong. He will make it through this.”
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The following morning, the sky was overcast.
I slowly blinked my eyes open, still feeling drowsy.
A white glass lamp entered my vision.
Where was I?
Pressing my fingers against my temples, the events of the previous day gradually resurfaced.
That day was meant to be my engagement to Caden, but…
He had been secretly involved with Tessa.
I broke off the engagement, and Mr. Richard collapsed from the shock.
Fragments of yesterday’s events kept replaying in my head.
A deep ache spread through my chest.
Just as I was about to rise, the door creaked open, and Jasper stepped inside.
“Rosaline, are you awake?” he asked, approaching the bed with concern in his voice.
“It’s you?” I glanced around. “Is this your house?”
“Yes,” he answered gently. “I made breakfast. What would you like to eat?”
I shook my head. “I’m not hungry.”
His gaze softened with worry. “You need to eat something. At least have a glass of milk.”
“Jasper,” I called out, stopping him. “Do you know how Mr. Richard is doing?”
“I heard he underwent surgery but hasn’t regained consciousness yet,” he replied with a sigh.
My expression stiffened. “I want to visit Mr. Richard.”
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hesitated. “You and Caden …”
“Jasper, I don’t want to talk about it right now,” I interrupted, inhaling deeply to steady myself.
Even hearing Caden’s name sent a sharp pain through my chest.
I wasn’t ready to dwell on that heartbreak. I just needed to know if Mr. Richard was okay.
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I forced myself to cat a few bites, barely tasting the food. As soon as I finished, I urged Jasper to take me to the hospital.
Seated in the car, I instinctively reached for my phone and checked the news.
Articles about my broken engagement with Caden were everywhere.
“Eclipse Group’s CEO and Rosaline Sinclair Call Off Engagement. Mr. Richard Suffers a Sudden Heart Attack, Now in Critical Condition!”
“Eclipse Group’s CEO Caden Holbrook Spotted Dating With Mysterious Woman. Rosaline Sinclair Dumped, Forced to Cancel Engagement!”
Photos of Caden and Tessa had already surfaced online!
My chest tightened, and my heartbeat faltered for a moment.
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These reporters are truly relentless. They even managed to capture Tewa
In the picture, Caden was holding Tessa up while she leaned into him. The two appeared done, dimos intimate. A sharp ache spread through my chest.
I inhaled deeply several times before I could steady myself.
Online discussions were exploding, filled with all kinds of scorn and ridicule aimed directly at me. The insults were brutal.
“Rosaline is nothing but a manipulative woman. She got dumped by Mr. Holbrook but acted virtuously by calling off the engagement. Now Mr. Richard is seriously ill because of her. How disgraceful
“An Omega will always be an Omega. She was never good enough for Mr. Holbrook in the first place! She deserved to be abandoned!”
“Has anyone figured out who Mr. Holbrook’s new lover is?”
Jasper shot me a glance and asked, “Rosaline, are you alright?”
“I’m okay,” I responded, shutting off my phone screen.
I had never been subjected to such vicious attacks before.
Even though I kept reminding myself to ignore the noise, I couldn’t help but feel shaken by the overwhelming criticism.
“Rosaline, we’ve arrived.” Jasper’s voice pulled me back to the present.
Stepping out of the car, I told him, “Jasper, wait for me here.”
“I’ll go up with you,” he offered, his tone filled with concern.
“There’s no need. Just stay here,” I insisted.
Things were already messy enough, and at a time like this, I couldn’t afford to be seen with Jasper.
His popularity made him a prime target for paparazzi, and I didn’t want to attract any more unwanted
attention.
Noticing my firm stance, Jasper’s expression dimmed slightly. “Alright, just be careful. Call me if anything happens.”
“Got it.” I gave him a small nod.
The moment I stepped through the hospital doors, I overheard two young nurses whispering as they pointed at me, their excitement evident.
“Hey, isn’t that …”
“Yeah! That’s Rosaline Sinclair! The one Mr. Holbrook left. What is she doing here?”
“Do you think she came to visit the Alpha of the Eclipse Pack?”
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“Tsk, tsk. She still dares to show up? I bet she’s not over it and is trying to cling to Mr. Holbrook again.”
“So shameless!”
The two young nurses exchanged glances, their eyes filled with contempt as they looked at me.
Ignoring them, I kept my face neutral and headed toward the inpatient department.
“Excuse me, could you tell me which room Mr. Richard is in?” I inquired at the reception desk.
The nurse behind the counter glanced up, gestured ahead, and replied, “VIP suite, eighth floor.”
“Thank you.”
Stepping into the elevator, I pressed the button for the eighth floor and waited.
Upon arriving, I spotted a room at the far end under strict security, guarded by two werewolf bodyguards.
That must be where Mr. Richard is staying.
The closer I got, the heavier my heart felt.
Is Caden inside right now?
Does he still think I hurt Mr. Richard?
Letting out a slow breath, I pressed my fingers to my temple, trying to steady my thoughts.
Now isn’t the time to dwell on that. Mr. Richard’s health is what matters most.
Just as I was deep in thought, a sharp voice rang out behind me. “Rosaline! Wt are you doing here?!”
I halted in my tracks and turned to see Queenie and Eleanor marching toward me with hostility.
It was them again …
Not wanting to waste my energy on these two ignorant women, I resumed walking, but Queenie seized my
arm.
“Rosaline! Wasn’t it enough that you made Grandpa collapse and end up unconscious? How dare you show up here?” she snapped, her eyes burning with rage.
Shrugging off her grip, I shot her a frosty glance. “Queenie, stop behaving like a loudmouthed troublemaker. I’m not here to fight with you. I only want to check on Mr. Richard.”
“Aunt Eleanor, did you hear that? Rosaline is insulting me!” Queenie whined, clinging to Eleanor’s arm with a pitiful expression.
Eleanor’s expression darkened as she raised her voice. “Rosaline, listen carefully! Our Eclipse Pack has nothing to do with you anymore. Stop bothering Caden! You’re not wanted here, so leave immediately!”
“I don’t have time for this. Step aside.” I had no interest in arguing. I only wanted to check on Mr. Richard. Brushing past Eleanor, I strode forward without hesitation.
She quickly followed and barked orders at the werewolf bodyguards, “What are you standing around for? Don’t let her take another step! Get her out of here!”
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The bodyguards exchanged uncertain glances before turning to me. “Ms. Sinclair, please leave, one of them finally said.
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I shot them a cold glance. “Please step aside.”
“Rosaline, you shameless woman! Go away! Are you trying to hurt Grandpa again?!” Queenie shouted in a panic.
Suddenly, the door to the hospital room opened, and Caden’s familiar figure appeared in front of me.
“What’s going on here?” Caden asked, his brow furrowed, his voice sharp and cold.
Queenie pointed at me and angrily said, “Caden, this witch caused Grandpa to have a heart attack yesterday and left his life hanging by a thread. Now, she’s back trying to provoke him again! She’s as poisonous as a snake!”
Caden’s cool gaze swept over my face.
“It’s you,” he said in a flat tone, with no emotion.
I nodded and met his chilling gaze.
It had only been one night, but he looked much more worn out, his handsome features filled with exhaustion. It was heartbreaking to see him in such a state.
I had thought I could face Caden calmly, but now, my heart was racing uncontrollably.
“Caden, I just came to see Mr. Richard,” I said, taking a deep breath, trying to keep my voice steady.
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A storm of emotions rushed through me as I looked at Rosaline.
Did she come to see Grandpa because she felt guilty?
Or was she using this as an
I wasn’t sure.
to find me and apologize?
And I furrowed my brow and was about to speak when I noticed a man rushing toward Rosaline.
It was Jasper.
“Rosaline, are you okay?” Jasper asked, concern in his voice.
Rosaline paused, then turned and smiled at him. “I’m fine.”
“Well, well, Rosaline, I really underestimated you,” Eleanor said with a mocking smile. “Just dumped by Caden, and now you’re already cozying up to Jasper?”
“Mrs. Holbrook, mind your words!” Jasper’s face darkened.
Mother sneered coldly and said, “You’re defending this little tramp? Are you telling me there’s nothing going on between you two?”
I coldly watched their argument.
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Meanwhile, I also found myself wondering–if Rosaline was truly here to apologize, why would she bring this man who made me feel so uncomfortable with her?
Rosaline then looked at me and said, “Caden, let me go in and see Mr. Richard.”
The moment I saw Jasper, my mood sank.
Before, Rosaline had repeatedly insisted that she and Jasper were just friends, that there was nothing between them.
The way Jasper cared for her suggested there was something more than a regular friend would do.
And Rosaline had just broken our engagement the night before, and now she was with Jasper.
It was such an ironic scene.
Did she ended things with me because of Jasper?
In just a few seconds, countless thoughts crossed my mind.
“Rosaline, go home. I’m sure Grandpa doesn’t want to see you,” I said, my voice cold, despite the pain swelling inside me.
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Caden turned and walked back into the room after that.
The door slammed shut with a loud bang, making my body shudder.
Why would he do that to me?
I just wanted to see Mr. Richard. Why did Caden hate me so much that he wouldn’t even are to this small request?
My heart sank little by little with each passing second.
The pain spread throughout me, slowly but surely.
“Rosaline, let’s go,” Jasper said, coming up beside me, speaking softly.
I snapped back to reality and nodded sorrowfully.
“You two, listen up. Don’t let Rosaline come back here again!” Eleanor barked at the bodyguards.
“Yes, ma’am!” the bodyguards answered respectfully.
As we stepped outside the hospital, my phone rang.
“Rosie, it’s me,” Grandpa said.
Hearing his familiar voice made my nose tingle with emotion. “Grandpa.”
“I saw the news. What’s going on between you and Caden?” Grandpa’s voice sounded confused.
“Grandpa, I … “I didn’t want him to worry, so I took a deep breath. “It’s nothing. I’ll handle it.”
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“Yes, Grandpa, I’m still the Alpha of the Shadow Pack. You don’t need to worry about this.” I tried to sound calm.
Grandpa sighed on the phone. After a brief silence, he said, “Alright then. If anything happens, call me right. away.”
“Okay,” I said softly before hanging up.
I opened the car door and was about to get in when I saw a woman in the distance, walking toward the hospital with a thermos in her hand.
That woman… She looked familiar.
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My heart thumped involuntarily.
The scene of Caden tightly holding Tessa that I saw yesterday at the cabin in Solacrest Mountain unexpectedly flashed into my mind.
Tessa’s appearance here could only mean one thing–it had to be because of Caden.
Had Caden kept me from visiting Mr. Richard because he had made plans with Tessa?
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“Rosaline, do you know her?” Jasper’s voice broke through my thoughts as he noticed my cold expression, my eyes fixed on the girl. He seemed curious.
I nodded, speaking softly, “That’s Tessa.”
“That’s Tessa?” Jasper asked, his eyes widening as he followed my gaze.
Heidi’s figure had already disappeared from the hospital entrance.
I pulled my gaze away, suppressing the conflicting emotions in my heart, and said calmly, “Let’s go.”
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“Mr. Holbrook, there’s a girl outside named Tessa. She says she needs to talk to you about something important, the bodyguard said as he entered the hospital room and bowed respectfully.
“Tessa?” I was slightly surprised. I stood up and walked toward the door.
“Caden.” Heidi’s voice came from the doorway. When she saw me, her lips curved into a soft, sweet smile.
I lowered my gaze and glanced at her. “Are you here for a medical check–up? I can have someone accompany you.”
Yesterday, I had accidentally bumped into Tessa. Though I took her to the hospital for a check–up, the examination came back, and there was nothing serious. Later, she claimed she had chest pain after getting home. I had been in a rush to get to the Luxe Heritage Hotel and didn’t pay much attention to her.
“No.” Heidi shook her head. “I’m fine now.”
She paused and then gently spoke again, “Caden, you left so abruptly yesterday, and I was really worried. I only saw on the news today that last night was your engagement ceremony.”
Heidi’s eyes darkened slightly as she brought up the engagement ceremony. “I’m sorry, it’s all my fault.”
I was surprised. “Why would you say that?”
“I didn’t know Ms. Sinclair was your fiancée.” Heidi bit her lip, looking frail and regretful. “Did Ms. Sinclair misunderstand something and call off the ceremony? Is that why your grandfather passed out and got seriously sick?”
“It’s not your fault,” I said softly.
It had a lot to do with Heidi, but by now, this wasn’t just her issue—it was about me and Rosaline.
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Those words struck me deeply.
I remembered Tessa saying the exact same thing to me all those years ago in that mall, dark room
My heart raced a little. “Tessa, thank you
Heidi handed me a thermos. “Caden, I know you’re worried about Mr. Richard being sick. But you need to take care of yourself too. I made you some soup. You should try it.”
Tessa’s concern warmed my heart, and I reached out to take the thermos
Heidi gave me a small, gentle smile. She suddenly remembered something and pulled out 500 dollars from her pocket. “Caden, this is my pay from last night’s gig. I’m returning it to you now. I’ll pay you the rest slowly.”
I pushed the money back toward her, my voice serious. “No, Tessa, we’ve been through life and death. You don’t need to do this.”
“Caden, please take it,” Heidi insisted, shoving the money into my hand. “I have to go back to the bar to sing. I won’t disturb you any longer. You need to take care of yourself!
With that, Tessa turned and left.
I looked at the money in my hand, still warm from Heidi’s touch. I quickly dialed Yale on my phone. Yale. please transfer Heidi’s grandmother to the best hospital and get the best doctors for her.
“Understood, Mr. Holbrook, Yale replied immediately from the other end.
After hanging up, I returned to the hospital room.
Grandpa was still unconscious in his bed.
I gently covered him with a blanket, looking down at the frail, pale figure hooked up to all the medical tubes. A wave of pain rushed through me.
Grandpa, you’ll pull through this.
“Mr. Holbrook.” Bert’s voice suddenly came from behind me, breaking my thoughts.
I turned to look at him and asked, “When will my grandfather wake up?”
Bert’s expression grew serious. “Mr. Holbrook, I was about to talk to you about the patient’s condition.
“Dr. Williamson, tell me the truth–how serious is my grandfather’s condition?” I asked urgently.
“Honestly, I don’t have high hopes for Alpha’s condition,” Bert said carefully. “But there is one person in this world who should be able to save him.”
“Who is it?” My heart tightened, and I raised an eyebrow.
As long as this person can save Grandpa, I’ll find this person, no matter who they are.
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Bert cleared his throat before speaking. “Today, I went through everything I could find about Mr. Richard’s condition. I finally got in touch with my mentor abroad, and he told me that only Dr. Watts can cure Alpha’s illness.”
“Dr. Watts, the wonder doctor?” I froze. I had never heard of him. “Who is he?”
Bert glanced at the heart monitor, then spoke again, “Dr. Watts was once a renowned medical master in the Werewolf Continent. His skills were exceptional; he cured many patients with terminal illnesses. But 20 years ago, something happened, and he suddenly disappeared.”
“Disappeared?” My expression tensed, and my voice carried a note of urgency. “Where can we find him
now?”
Bert shook his head regretfully and said, “I don’t know. Or maybe it’s more accurate to say, no one knows.”
His words crushed the faint hope I had, and my heart sank once again.
After a moment of silence, I asked, “What happened 20 years ago?”
Bert sighed lightly and explained, “I’m not sure of the details. All I know is that whatever happened hit him hard. After that, Dr. Watts vanished. Many people have tried to find him over the years, but no one’s had any luck. Now, all these years later, no one knows where he is–or even if he’s still alive.”
My heart clenched, and I couldn’t help but clench my fists.
Though the chances seemed slim, I had to find Dr. Watts for my grandfather’s sake. No matter where he was, even if he was at the ends of the earth, I would find him.
Grandpa couldn’t wait–I couldn’t stand to watch him lie there, unconscious.
The feeling of helplessness sucks.
Rosaline’s POV:
Sitting in Jasper’s car, I stared out the window, my thoughts in disarray.
I took a deep breath, pulling my gaze away. My eyes fell on the ring on my finger.
It was the one Caden had given me when he proposed.
The memories came rushing back, overwhelming me.
Caden had protected me, even to the point of risking his life. He had been so romantic when he proposed.
If he didn’t love me, why did he do all those things for me?
Was it because I reminded him of Tessa?
I rubbed my forehead, trying to push the thoughts away.
Right now, the most important thing was Mr. Richard’s condition.
Since Caden wouldn’t let me see Mr. Richard, I had to find another way.
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Quietly, I removed the ring from my finger. I glanced at Jasper, pressed my lips together, and said, “Jasper, can you do me a favor?”
“Of course,” he answered immediately.
In a low voice, I continued, “Can you help me find a house? Just buy it outright. I need to move in as soon as possible.”
Now that I had broken off my engagement with Caden, I had no reason to stay in New Moon City.
Jasper smiled and said, “No need to go through all that trouble, I have an apartment in Elderwood. If you don’t mind, you can move in anytime.”
“Thanks.” I nodded, leaning back against the seat.
Jasper hesitated for a moment before speaking. “I thought you’d leave Rivemon for a while, maybe to clear your head.”
I understood Jasper’s confusion.
In the past, after being betrayed by my fiancé, I would have left without a second thought.
Even now, I wasn’t sure why I was staying.
Was it because I was still holding on to Caden?
I looked at the landscape moving past the window and said, “I can’t. After all, Mr. Richard is still in the hospital. What happened to him? I feel responsible. I can’t just act like nothing happened and walk away.”
Jasper nodded faintly and said, “Don’t worry, he will be fine.”
The rest of the drive was silent. Jasper drove me to New Moon City.
When I got out of the car, I said, “Wait for me.”
He nodded, parking the car by the door and silently watching as I walked inside.
The house was eerily quiet.
By now, Caden was probably still at the hospital.
As I made my way upstairs to my room, I felt disoriented for a moment.
It had only been one night since I last stayed here, yet it felt like ages ago.
I had lived here for over a month, creating countless memories, both painful and beautiful.
Now, I was leaving.
I thought I would leave calmly, gracefully. But now, my chest felt heavy with emotions.
Every little detail of my time with Caden seemed to resurface uncontrollably.
The memories were so vivid, as if they had happened just yesterday.
Caden was the first man who ever made my heart race
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I had given him my heart. I truly wanted to spend my life with him, to grow old by his side.
But I had been so foolish, giving my heart to the wrong person.
Caden was with Tessa now, and he was probably with her, sharing intimate moments.
Why am I torturing myself by reliving all of this here?
I pushed the thoughts away and quickly packed my things, stuffing them into a suitcase.
Carrying the suitcase, I hurried downstairs. Just as I was about to leave, I heard the sound of keys in the door.
I froze.
My heart jolted in shock.
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I stood frozen in place, unsure how to face the situation.
The door opened, and the person who appeared in my line of sight was Willa.
“Ms. Sinclair?” Willa was surprised to see someone here at this hour, clearly startled.
I felt a slight pang of disappointment, but also relief. “Willa, it’s you.”
How could I forgotten? Willa came over every afternoon to clean.
“Ms. Sinclair, what’s going on?” she asked, noticing the suitcase in my hand.
I responded calmly, “I’m moving out. Please let Caden know.”
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Willa paused for a moment, then tried to ask me to stay. “Ms. Sinclair, aren’t you going to wait for Mr. Holbrook to come home? Whatever’s going on, you two should talk it out. Why move out?”
I shook my head, about to say something, when Jasper appeared at the door.
“Rosaline, are you ready?” Jasper asked, stepping toward me.
“Mm.” I nodded softly.
He took the suitcase from my hand, his gaze softening. “Did you pack everything? Nothing left behind?”
“No,” I replied simply.
He smiled gently and said, “Then let’s go.”
Willa looked on in shock. I stood still and reached into my pocket, pulled out the key, and handed it to her. “Here’s the key to the place. Please return it to Caden for me.”
“Ms. Sinclair, why not give it directly to Mr. Holbrook?” Willa still tried to convince me to stay.
“No need,” I answered, turning and following Jasper downstairs.
The moment I got into the car, looking at the distant door, a sharp pain was felt at my chest.
Caden’s POV:
I was driving home from the hospital. Just as I approached the entrance of the neighborhood, I saw a familiar car pull out from the gates.
It was Jasper’s car.
What’s he doing here?
Without thinking, I glanced out the window and faintly saw a familiar face.
It was Rosaline.
As our cars passed each other, I slammed on the brakes.
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Confused, I drove home. Willa was cleaning in the living room.
Seeing me, she quickly approached. “Mr. Holbrook, you’re back?”
“Mm,” I replied curtly.
After hesitating for a moment, Willa asked, “Did you see Ms. Sinclair? She just left.”
So Rosaline really was here!
My heart sank, and I asked, “Where did she go?”
Willa shook her head, handing me a key. “Ms. Sinclair didn’t say. She took all her things and left this key for you.”
She took everything.
Does that mean she’s not coming back?
I stood still, my heart twisted in knots.
After a long pause, I finally asked, “Did she come back alone?”
Willa cautiously spoke, “She came back with a man. I think he’s the one everyone’s been talking about on TV lately–Sullivan, I think?”
D*mn you, Jasper!
I slammed my fist into the glass door of the cabinet.
The glass shattered everywhere.
“Mr. Holbrook, are you okay?” Willa exclaimed, rushing to check on me.
My hand was throbbing in pain, but I looked at her and calmly said, “I’m fine.”
With that, I walked up the stairs.
When I reached Rosaline’s room on the second floor, I pushed open the door.
The room was tidy, but everything that had belonged to Rosaline was gone.
She had left.
I paced around the room in frustration before sitting on the bed in the center.
There was still a faint trace of Rosaline’s scent, but it was barely there now.
I couldn’t help but run my fingers over the pillow at the head of the bed.
It was the spot where Rosaline had slept.
Is she really gone?
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Did she leave with Jasper?
Rosaline broke off our engagement and moved out of New Moon City. Did she do all that for Jasper?
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I was lying in bed, scrolling through my phone.
The endless stream of dirt on Rosaline flooding the internet made me grin.
That shameless woman finally got what she deserved!
I was thrilled.
Immediately, I texted Lilian and asked her to go shopping so we could celebrate in style.
In the car, Lilian kept chatting to keep me in a good mood. “Wendy, Rosaline’s name will be mud now. She almost killed the Alpha of the Eclipse Pack. Mr. Holbrook is definitely going to hate her.”
I secretly enjoyed the thought, but on the surface, I snorted, “She deserves it.”
Suddenly, I remembered something and shook my phone at her. “There’s a report online saying that Caden dumped Rosaline because he found Tessa. Can you check if that’s true?”
Lilian quickly agreed. “Don’t worry, Wendy. Even if it’s true, who cares about the real Tessa showing up? We can get rid of Rosaline easily. Who’s Tessa anyway?”
I nodded in satisfaction and then pointed at the car ahead of us. I turned my head to the side and asked, “Is that Rosaline?”
Following my finger, Lilian looked ahead.
Our car was parallel to a luxury car.
The man behind the wheel was tall and handsome–Jasper.
And in the passenger seat was none other than Rosaline.
“That shameless woman! Just dumped by Mr. Holbrook, and now she’s trying to seduce Jasper!” Lilian gasped angrily. “Let’s follow them.”
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I stood frozen in place, unsure how to face the situation.
The door opened, and the person who appeared in my line of sight was Willa.
“Ms. Sinclair?” Willa was surprised to see someone here at this hour, clearly startled.
I felt a slight pang of disappointment, but also relief. “Willa, it’s you.”
How could I forgotten? Willa came over every afternoon to clean.
“Ms. Sinclair, what’s going on?” she asked, noticing the suitcase in my hand.
I responded calmly, “I’m moving out. Please let Caden know.”
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Willa paused for a moment, then tried to ask me to stay. “Ms. Sinclair, aren’t you going to wait for Mr. Holbrook to come home? Whatever’s going on, you two should talk it out. Why move out?”
I shook my head, about to say something, when Jasper appeared at the door.
“Rosaline, are you ready?” Jasper asked, stepping toward me.
“Mm.” I nodded softly.
He took the suitcase from my hand, his gaze softening. “Did you pack everything? Nothing left behind?”
“No,” I replied simply.
He smiled gently and said, “Then let’s go.”
Willa looked on in shock. I stood still and reached into my pocket, pulled out the key, and handed it to her. “Here’s the key to the place. Please return it to Caden for me.”
“Ms. Sinclair, why not give it directly to Mr. Holbrook?” Willa still tried to convince me to stay.
“No need,” I answered, turning and following Jasper downstairs.
The moment I got into the car, looking at the distant door, a sharp pain was felt at my chest.
Caden’s POV:
I was driving home from the hospital. Just as I approached the entrance of the neighborhood, I saw a familiar car pull out from the gates.
It was Jasper’s car.
What’s he doing here?
Without thinking, I glanced out the window and faintly saw a familiar face.
It was Rosaline.
As our cars passed each other, I slammed on the brakes.
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Confused, I drove home. Willa was cleaning in the living room.
Seeing me, she quickly approached. “Mr. Holbrook, you’re back?”
“Mm,” I replied curtly.
After hesitating for a moment, Willa asked, “Did you see Ms. Sinclair? She just left.”
So Rosaline really was here!
My heart sank, and I asked, “Where did she go?”
Willa shook her head, handing me a key. “Ms. Sinclair didn’t say. She took all her things and left this key for you.”
She took everything.
Does that mean she’s not coming back?
I stood still, my heart twisted in knots.
After a long pause, I finally asked, “Did she come back alone?”
Willa cautiously spoke, “She came back with a man. I think he’s the one everyone’s been talking about on TV lately–Sullivan, I think?”
D*mn you, Jasper!
I slammed my fist into the glass door of the cabinet.
The glass shattered everywhere.
“Mr. Holbrook, are you okay?” Willa exclaimed, rushing to check on me.
My hand was throbbing in pain, but I looked at her and calmly said, “I’m fine.”
With that, I walked up the stairs.
When I reached Rosaline’s room on the second floor, I pushed open the door.
The room was tidy, but everything that had belonged to Rosaline was gone.
She had left.
I paced around the room in frustration before sitting on the bed in the center.
There was still a faint trace of Rosaline’s scent, but it was barely there now.
I couldn’t help but run my fingers over the pillow at the head of the bed.
It was the spot where Rosaline had slept.
Is she really gone?
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Wendy’s POV:
I was lying in bed, scrolling through my phone.
The endless stream of dirt on Rosaline flooding the internet made me grin.
That shameless woman finally got what she deserved!
I was thrilled.
Immediately, I texted Lilian and asked her to go shopping so we could celebrate in style.
In the car, Lilian kept chatting to keep me in a good mood. “Wendy, Rosaline’s name will be mud now. She almost killed the Alpha of the Eclipse Pack. Mr. Holbrook is definitely going to hate her.”
I secretly enjoyed the thought, but on the surface, I snorted, “She deserves it.”
Suddenly, I remembered something and shook my phone at her. “There’s a report online saying that Caden dumped Rosaline because he found Tessa. Can you check if that’s true?”
Lilian quickly agreed. “Don’t worry, Wendy. Even if it’s true, who cares about the real Tessa showing up? We can get rid of Rosaline easily. Who’s Tessa anyway?”
I nodded in satisfaction and then pointed at the car ahead of us. I turned my head to the side and asked, “Is that Rosaline?”
Following my finger, Lilian looked ahead.
Our car was parallel to a luxury car.
The man behind the wheel was tall and handsome–Jasper.
And in the passenger seat was none other than Rosaline.
“That shameless woman! Just dumped by Mr. Holbrook, and now she’s trying to seduce Jasper!” Lilian gasped angrily. “Let’s follow them.”
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I nodded slightly and coldly instructed the driver, “Vollow the car ahead quickly
“Yes, Miss, the driver replied respectfully, keeping a safe distance behind Jasper’s car.
We followed Jasper’s car all the way to Elderwood,
I watched as Jasper took the luggage from the trunk and walked with Rosaline into his apartment in Elderwood,
Seeing them walk side by side and enter the apartment, Lilian couldn’t hide her anger and jealousy. With a bitter tone, she spat, “That shameless Rosaline, how dare the move into Jasper’s place!”
I glanced at Lilian and said, “Jasper is keeping a woman, and it turns out to be Rosaline. Do you think the media would go crazy if we leaked this information?”
“But wouldn’t that affect Jasper?” Lilian asked with concern.
“What are you afraid of?” I shot her a sharp look. “Do you want to watch Rosaline cling to Jasper?”
“Of course not,” Lilian responded with frustration.
I smiled faintly, “Exactly, Rosaline is shameless. She just got dumped by Caden, and now she’s immediately going after Jasper. The media will definitely add fuel to the fire. They might even dig up dirt about her and other men. Everyone will turn against Rosaline. She’ll be the public enemy. When that happens, will Jasper still want her?”
My words stirred Lilian’s thoughts. She nodded thoughtfully. “Wendy, you’re right. If we can just get her away from Jasper, I’ll get my chance.”
Rosaline’s POV:
I followed Jasper into his apartment.
“Rosaline, do you like it here?” Jasper asked softly as he brought my luggage into the bedroom.
“Mm, it’s fine, thank you.” I looked around the apartment. It was a one–bedroom unit. Although the space was small, it was well laid out, beautifully decorated, and matched my taste perfectly.
“If there’s anything you need, just let me know. I’ll have it delivered right away,” Jasper offered kindly.
“I’m good for now, I’m a little tired, so I’d like to rest,” I replied with a gentle smile.
Since I wanted him to leave, Jasper was speechless, and then he nodded. “Alright, I won’t disturb you. Get some rest, and call me if you need anything.”
“Thank you” I showed no sign of emotion at his concern.
As Jasper turned to leave, he stopped at the door and turned around. “Rosaline, do you have any plans for the future? Will you return to Starplay Entertainment and reveal your identity?”
I frowned slightly and shook my head. “No need.”
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“Why not? Aren’t you concerned about the rumors online?” Jasper asked, puzzled.
It was true–there were all kinds of nasty things being said about me online.
If I revealed my identity, the rumors would be easily dispelled.
But honestly, it didn’t matter to me.
I tilted my head slightly, smiling with calm confidence. “You just said they’re just rumors. Why should I care?”
After a pause, I added, “Besides, my focus is on how to cure Mr. Richard’s illness. Everything else doesn’t interest me.”
Jasper nodded thoughtfully and said in a low voice, “I see. Well, rest well.”
He gave me one last look before turning to leave.
After Jasper left, I pulled out my laptop from my suitcase and quickly opened it.
With practice eased, I typed in a few lines of code,sfully hacking into the hospital’s security system.
Minutes later, I had all the information about Mr. Richard’s condition.
According to the records, his surgery had been quite successful, but for some unknown reason, he hadn’t woken up.
I rubbed my forehead, staring at the screen as I pondered.
If modern medicine wasn’t helping, maybe I could try something else–something like combining witchcraft and werewolf medicine. Perhaps … a shaman approach?
Although I had some knowledge of it, I wasn’t fully skilled, and I didn’t have much confidence.
If I could get Hughie to help, I was sure I could cure Mr. Richard.
But I didn’t even know where Hughie, the expert in shamanism, was right now.
My mind was in turmoil.
Still, I knew I needed to see Mr. Richard in person to confirm whether his condition could benefit from a shaman approach.
Since Caden was preventing me from seeing him, perhaps I could ask Yale for help.
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I spent a sleepless night tossing and turning. The next morning, I arrived at Eclipse Group.
Standing before the towering building, I
Ound myself momentarily distracted.
As soon as I stepped through the entrance, I could feel the eyes of the employees on me.
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Whispers swirled around me, their tone filled
With disdain and mockery.
show.
“Isn’t that Rosaline? How shameless is she to at work?”
“If it weren’t for her, our Alpha wouldn’t be lying in the hospital.”
“Rosaline doesn’t know her face. A man like Mr. Caden–handsome, tall, and talented–who else could she find? And she publicly called off the
engagement”
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“You don’t know the whole story. Do think Mr. Caden really liked this Omega? He had dumped her, and she’s just acting high and mighty.”
“That makes sense. I bet she’s unwilling to let go. She’s probably here to bother Mr. Caden again.”
The harsh words echoed in my ears, but I paid them no mind.
With a calm, composed expression, I ignored the voices and headed straight for Yale’s office.
“Ms. Sinclair,” Yale greeted me with surprise when he saw me.
I smiled faintly, offering him a polite greeting, “Beta, hello.”
“Ms. Sinclair, are you here to see Mr. Caden? He should be in his office right now.”
Yale’s polite demeanor was tinged with confusion.
After all, we had been close enough to almost get engaged, but I had suddenly called it off.
No one, not even Yale, could understand what had happened, especially since he was Caden’s second–in- command.
“I’m here to see you.” I took a few steps forward, my expression calm.
“Me?” Yale’s tone reflected his surprise.
I nodded. “Beta, I need a favor.”
“You don’t have to be so formal, Ms. Sinclair. If there’s anything I can help with, just let me know.” He smiled, his politeness unwavering.
“Can you help me get into the hospital to see Mr. Richard?” I asked, my voice barely above a whisper, tinged with a hint of hope.
“Well … ” Yale hesitated, clearly uncomfortable. “Actually, Alpha has been in a coma, lying in his hospital bed. Even if you went to see him, it might not mean much.”
Seeing the disappointment on my face, Yale quickly added, “How about you wait till we find Dr. Watts to
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“Dr. Watts?” I asked, confused.
Yale nodded. “According to Dr. Williamson from cardiology, Dr. Watts is a renowned Shaman header Was the only one who can save Alpha. The problem is, Dr. Watts has been missing for 20 years Mr. Cadentes sent people looking for him, but there’s been no word yet?
“I see,” I murmured, thinking deeply
If I wasn’t mistaken, Dr. Watts was probably the Hughie who had taught me medicine when I was a crith.
Bert, being an expert in cardiology, wouldn’t recommend Hughie unless he truly believed he could help. Bringing him here would surely help Richard.
My thoughts cleared, and I felt a slight sense of relief. “Thank you. I’ll leave now
With that, I turned to leave.
“Ms. Sinclair,” Yale’s voice called after me as I was about to exít,
I paused and turned back. “Yes?”
“There’s something I’m not sure if I should say,” Yale began, clearly unsure.
I smiled softly. “If there’s something on your mind, just say it.
“Ms. Sinclair, please don’t think I’m meddling. When you called off the engagement, Mr. Caden was really hurt. Is there something you’re not telling him?” Yale’s voice was filled with concern.
Something I’m not telling him?
I froze for a moment.
4 to Mr.
Seeing my silence, Yale pressed on, “If there’s something you’re holding back, maybe you should Caden. You two love each other, right? Why let things go so far? There’s got to be a way to resolve this.”
Love each other?
A bitter smile tugged at my lips. “Beta, you must know that Tessa has returned, right?”
“Is it just because of Tessa? I can’t help but feel that Mr. Caden …”
Before he could finish, I cut him off, “Enough. I don’t want to discuss this anymore. Thanks for your
concern.”
With those words, I turned and walked away.
Back at my desk in the secretariat, I ignored the curious stares of my colleagues and quickly typed up my resignation letter.
Holding the letter in my hand, I made my way to Caden’s office.
Just thinking about seeing him again made my heart race with unease.
After taking a few deep breaths, I knocked on the door.
“Come in!” Caden’s low. cold voice echoed from inside.
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I pushed open the door and stepped inside.
Caden was sitting at his desk, staring coldly at the computer screen.
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He wore a black shirt, his brow furrowed in concentration. The faint hint of sorrow between his eyebrows made him look even more aloof and distant.
Hearing the sound, Caden lifted his gaze. When he saw it was me, his eyes narrowed slightly, and his usually indifferent expression became more complex.
Our gazes met, our eyes locking, and neither of us said a word.
The silence in the office was almost suffocating.
Staring at his familiar, handsome face–his sharp features like they’d been carved by a divine hand–I felt a surge of emotions. His cold, distant aura only heightened my frustration.
I suddenly had the urge to ask him why, on the day of their engagement, he had completely ignored my feelings and disappeared for the entire day with Tessa.
Why was he so cold and indifferent to me, even refusing to let me see Richard?
But I held back.
Taking a deep breath to calm my racing emotions, I put on a gentle smile and walked slowly to his desk.
I placed my resignation letter in front of him and said coolly, “Here’s my resignation letter. Please approve
it.”
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Resignation letter?
The moment I saw it, my mood plummeted.
She’d moved out, and now she’s resigning too?!
Is Rosaline so eager to cut ties with me?
For Jasper?
This is unbelievable!
Without even reading the letter, I tore it to pieces and threw it into the trash ferociously.
Rosaline stood frozen, staring at me in shock. After a few seconds, she finally regained her composure and asked, “Caden, what does this mean?”
I suddenly stood up, towering over her, and sneered, “I do not accept your resignation.”
Rosaline frowned, her eyes narrowing as she looked at me. She asked, “Why don’t you accept my resignation? What’s your reason?”
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After a brief silence, she met my eyes and coldly added, “If this is about the ‘Ice and Fire‘ project, and you don’t want me to resign because of that, you don’t need to worry. The project is already on track, and I can hand it off to someone else at any time.”
I couldn’t hold back anymore. With long strides, I stepped forward and closed the distance between us. My voice cold as ice as I said, “Rosaline, are you in such a hurry to cut ties with me for the sake of Jasper?”
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Caden’s dark eyes were deep and turbulent, like an endless ocean, swirling with cold, raging waves that threatened to drown me.
Unable to withstand the intensity of his gaze, I took a step back.
Cut ties with him?
For Jasper?
Is Caden out of his mind?
This is ridiculous!
A sarcastic smile tugged at the corner of my lips. I mocked, “This is absurd!”
After saying that, I turned to leave, but suddenly a force gripped my waist, icy and overwhelming.
Before I could react, Caden slammed me against the wall.
“Caden, what are you doing? Let go of me-” My words were cut off as he silenced me with his lips.
Caden lowered his head and kissed me hard on the lips.
His kiss was fierce and domineering, filled with raw anger, an overwhelming force.
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Rosaline struggled, but I held her wrists tightly, my grip unyielding.
Her soft lips, the sweet taste of her, pulled me deeper into the kiss.
I couldn’t help but pry her lips apart, pushing my tongue inside.
Rosaline, too, was lost in the kiss.
She let out a soft, involuntary moan.
Our tongues tangled, exploring each other.
What started as a way to punish this cold–hearted woman quickly became something much more familiar and intoxicating.
Just like before, neither of us could resist.
Memories of the sweet moments Rosaline and I shared flooded my
mind.
In in the clouds at 100 000 feet she had clung to me tightly her voice firm as she told me
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“Caden, I’m telling you my answer now.
“My answer is yes.
“From now on, I want to spend the rest of my life with you.
“Through life and death.”
Had she forgotten the promises she made that day?
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The images of those times kept flashing through my mind, and without realizing it, my kiss became softer, more tender.
For a brief moment, it felt like we were still deeply in love, as though she had never left.
Our breaths intertwined, the temperature in the office rising.
Finally, I pulled away from the lingering kiss, my voice hoarse as I said, “Rosaline… I…”
Before I could finish, an abrupt voice cut through the moment, “Caden, what are you doing?”
I turned sharply, and standing in front of me was Heidi.
“Tessa? Why are you here?”
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My heart thumped ferociously.
I shoved Caden away, my chest heaving with anger. “Caden, enough!”
What the hell is this b*stard thinking? What did he take me?
He already had Tessa, and yet he was doing this to me–was this some form of humiliation?
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Heidi’s eyes scanned my face, and her expression changed slightly. But she quickly hid her emotions, biting her lip as she weakly spoke, “Caden, I’m
so sorry. I forgot to knock. Did I interrupt something?”
Caden released me and calmly adjusted the shirt that had been disheveled during our kiss. He spoke flatly, “No. How did you get here?”
Heidi’s eyes briefly flicked to me before she put on a sweet smile for Caden. “Caden, I just came to thank you.”
“Mm?” Caden’s lips quirked into a half–smile.
Heidi stepped closer, playfully linking her arm with his. “Thank you for transferring my grandma to the best hospital, and getting her the best doctor. She’s feeling much better now, and she asked me to tell you— when you have time, she wants to thank you personally when she’s well.”
Caden’s lips curved slightly, his expression cool. “It was nothing.”
This Tessa… her tone and expression screamed b*tch in every way.
I took a deep breath, trying to steady myself, before a cold smile crept onto my face. I turned to le
“Rosaline!” Caden pushed Heidi aside, trying to catch up.
I ignored him, but I heard Heidi’s sugary voice calling after me, “Caden, is Ms. Sinclair upset? I’m sorry, I didn’t know she was here. Should I go apologize and explain things to her?”
As I took the elevator down to the first floor, I was about to exit when a cold voice called from behind me, “Rosaline!”
That voice… Of course, she’s following me.
I froze and turned around.
Standing there was Heidi–the same girl who had just been in Caden’s office, fawning over him like a damsel in distress.
“What do you want?” I asked coldly.
Heidi clicked her heels as she walked up to me, no longer looking vulnerable.
Instead, she eyed me with a cold, appraising gaze.
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“You’re very beautiful,” she said coldly. “Graceful, refined, and elegant. No wonder you could catch Caden’s eye.”
I crossed my arms and looked at her, waiting to see what kind of show she would put on.
Heidi snorted. Her lips curled into a victorious smile. “Rosaline, you must know what Caden and I mean to each other, right?”
I let out a cold laughed. “What is your relationship with him? How does that have anything to do with me?”
My indifference caught Heidi off guard.
Her eyes flickered for a moment before she spoke again, “You think I don’t know you were trying to seduce Caden earlier. Let me warn you, stay away from him! I’m the one he likes!
“You should know, Caden’s been searching for me for years. I’m the one he’s always loved. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have been with me on the day you two got engaged, and he wouldn’t have gone out of his way to bring in the best doctors to treat my grandmother.
“I’m the one he’s in love with. He’s even told me that he plans to marry me!”
Heidi’s face practically beamed with pride as she said this, her victory barely hidden.
“Is that so?” I replied flatly.
On the outside, I seemed unaffected, but inside, a sharp pain twisted in my
chest.
Tessa’s smug attitude in front of me–was this something Caden had allowed?
Is he trying to crush me under his foot?
Heidi smirked and leaned in closer, her voice lowering to a whisper meant for only the two of us, “Let me tell you one more thing: Caden said you were the one who seduced him and shamelessly pursued him, that you made him feel sick.”
A chill ran through me.
Whether or not Caden actually said that, I didn’t know. But hearing Heidi say it made me feel disgusted.
“Stay away from me!” I snapped, pushing back when Heidi leaned in too close.
“Ah!” Heidi let out a dramatic scream before suddenly collapsing to the ground, her face contorted in pain. “Ms. Sinclair, why did you push me?”
I stood frozen, shocked. What the hell? I hadn’t even touched her!
But then I realized what was happening.
Caden was descending the elevator and had coincidentally witnessed the whole thing.
“Tessa, are you alright?” he asked, rushing to her side and offering his hand to help her up.
Heidi, now playing the victim, collapsed into Caden’s arms, tears in her eyes. “Caden, I’m so sorry. No matter how much I apologize to Ms. Sinclair, she won’t forgive me. It’s my fault. I’m so useless.”
I folded my arms and looked on with cold indifference. seeing right through her performance,
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Earlier, Caden had said I resembled Tessa. I scoffed. How on earth could he compare me to that b*tch?
Heidi was still playing the victim in front of Caden, wiping her tears. “Caden, I hurt so badly when I fell!”
Caden furrowed his brows, his gaze cold as he turned to me. “Rosaline, why did you push Tessa?”
This man is blind. He didn’t even ask what happened, just blindly assumed I pushed Tessa?
Haha. Hilarious.
Staring at the familiar face in front of me, I felt like this man had suddenly become so foreign.
I stepped forward, my eyes icy as I looked at Heidi. “Ms. Tessford, you know full well whether I pushed you or not.”
Heidi pretended to be scared, shrinking into Caden’s arms. She sniffled, wearing an expression of hurt. “Ms. Sinclair, I’m sorry, it’s all my fault. I didn’t know you were in Caden’s office. I didn’t mean to interrupt you
two.”
“Tessa, it’s not your fault,” Caden spoke flatly. “You’re injured. I’ll take you to the hospital.”
I sneered coldly, turning on my heel, and walked away without looking back.
The painful scene replayed in my mind again and again. It stung.
Does Caden like her type?
I had once thought I was just Tessa’s substitute, but now that I thought about it, comparing myself to a b*tch like Tessa made me feel like I was nothing. I was an Alpha; it was a humiliation to compare myself with that
b*tch.
But the more I thought about it, something didn’t feel right.
According to Caden, when Tessa and he were kidnapped years ago, Tessa was so strong, so kind, and even sacrificed herself to save him.
Such a little girl should have noble qualities, so how could she turn into the fake, backstabbing b*tch she
was now?
A person’s character is innate, and even if they are influenced by their environment, such drastic changes just didn’t make sense.
There had to be something wrong behind it all.
But this wasn’t something to rush. I had to find Hughie quickly.
After all, Richard’s illness was severe; he couldn’t wait for too long.
I thought for a moment and called my grandfather.
Since Hughie had been brought in by him to treat my illness years ago, maybe he knew where Hughie was
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“Rosie, what’s the occasion? I haven’t heard from you in a while,” my grandfather’s cheerful voice came through the phone.
“Grandpa, there’s something I need your help with,” I said, clearing my throat.
“What’s up?” he asked.
“Do you remember when I had that high fever when I was little and was unconscious for a long time? I stayed in the hospital for a month, and nothing seemed to help. Then you called in Hughie, who specializes in shamanism. He treated me and saved my life. He even stayed with us for a few months, teaching me a lot about shamanism.”
“I remember,” Grandpa said.
“Do you know where Hughie is now?” I asked urgently.
“I don’t know.”
“Grandpa, think carefully.”
“Why are you in such a rush to find him?” he asked.
I quickly explained, “The Alpha of the Eclipse Pack, Richard, is sick, and only Hughie can heal him, so I need to find him as soon as possible.”
“So you did this for Caden again,” Grandpa chuckled.
“Grandpa, is there any way to find Hughie? Do you know where he lives?” I asked, growing more anxious.
“He should be in Northrend,” Grandpa said after thinking for a moment. “When he left, he mentioned he was planning to settle there, but I’m not sure. You could try having someone look for him.”
“Alright, Grandpa, I’ll go look into it. Thanks,” I said, nodding before hanging up.
After hearing Grandpa’s words, I suddenly had a clue.
I vaguely remembered that during my illness, Hughie had told me many strange and interesting things about Northrend. It seemed like he had always longed for life there.
Somehow, I had a feeling that Hughie was now in Northrend.
Looks like I’d have to go there myself.
I returned to Elderwood, where Yura was waiting for me.
“Rosaline, are you alright?” Yura asked as she got out of the car and grabbed my arm. “I heard from Jasper that you moved over here.”
I smiled faintly and said, “Yeah. Did you need something?”
Yura joked, “What? Can’t I visit you if I don’t have something to talk about?”
I opened the door and said, “Come in and tell me about it.”
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“Well, about the main gown for next season, I have two options here. Which one do you think is better?” Yura opened her laptop to show me the details.
I interrupted her, “This can wait. I need to head to Northrend right now. I’ll deal with this when I get back.”
“Northrend?” Yura looked up, surprised. “What are you going there for?”
I pressed my lips together. “To find my mentor. He’s the only one who can save Mr. Richard.”
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Yura sighed. “Rosaline, the real reason you went all the way to Northrend to find Dr. Watts, it’s for Caden, isn’t it?”
For Caden?
I froze for a moment. “Of course not. With the mess Mr. Richard is in now, I have to bear some responsibility. I just hope he can recover and feel better about himself. What does that have to do with Caden?”
“Alright then, I’m coming with you,” Yura said, clearly worried about me going alone.
I shook my head and said, “No need. You should go back to Fostrau. You can’t leave Loe Studio at this time.”
Yura insisted, “You can leave the work to the team. You shouldn’t be going there alone; it’s too dangerous.”
“Okay then,” I thought for a moment before agreeing. “Book two tickets right now; we should leave as soon as possible.”
“Got it,” Yura immediately agreed and pulled out her phone to book the tickets. Just then, several notifications popped up.
“Rosaline, look at this.” Yura glanced up at me, her voice full of concern.
“What’s wrong?” I asked, confused.
“They’re at it again. This time, they’re slandering you and Jasper being together.” Yura handed me her phone, cursing under her breath. “These paparazzi have no morals; they’ll write just about anything.”
I looked down at her phone.
The first thing I saw was a photo: Jasper was holding my suitcase in one hand and helping me out with the other.
It was taken the day Jasper brought me to the apartment.
From the angle, the way we were positioned did look rather intimate.
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The headline read: “Jasper’s New Flame Exposed: Former Fiancée of Eclipse Group’s CEO. The Two Spend the Night Together, Suspected of Moving In Together.”
Moving in together?
The paparazzi truly had an imagination. For the sake of attention, they would write anything.
“Rosaline, should I find someone to take down these false news? They’re going too far!” Yura offered, clearly frustrated.
I shook my head calmly. My mind was focused solely on getting to Northrend. “Let these trashy rumors go.”
“Let’s not worry about this. We need to go now. Jasper can handle this,” I said coldly.
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I leaned back in my chair, my eyes fixed on my phone screen. The more I stared at it, the more irritated I became.
The photo of Rosaline and Jasper together kep
Their intimate poses stung my eyes.
flashing in front of me.
The comments below the photo were equally unbearable.
“I can’t believe Jasper’s new lover is Rosaline, the no taste; why would he like a used good?”
Mr. Holbrook just broke up with. Jasper really has
“You don’t know the full story. Maybe Rosaline and Jasper have been together for a while. Who’s really the one using the used goods?”
“I actually think this makes sense. She’s just a sl*t who is playing both side. I can’t believe I used to be her follower. Bah! How disgusting.”
“Poor Mr. Holbrook, being made a fool for such a long time!”
I gripped the water glass on my desk, staring at the glaring photo. In a fit of rage, I slammed the glass to the floor.
Crash! The glass shattered, and water spilled everywhere.
The door opened just in time for Heidi to walk in, her face turning pale at the sight of the broken glass. She clutched her chest and took a moment to steady herself.
“Caden, what’s going on?” she asked, her voice shaken.
Only then did I realize I’d lost control. Embarrassed, I asked, “Tessa, why are you here? Didn’t I tell someone to take you to the hospital?”
“Oh, I’ve already been to the hospital. The doctor said my knee was just scraped, nothing serious. Heidi flashed a seductive smile. “I didn’t want you to worry, so I came to let you know.”
I absentmindedly looked at the photos on my phone and muttered, “I’m glad it’s nothing serious.”
“By the way, Caden, why were you so upset just now? What happened?” Heidi asked, her curiosity piqued.
“It’s nothing.” I put the phone away, tucking it into my suit pocket.
But Heidi had clearly noticed. She walked over and asked with a furrowed brow, “Caden, are you upset because of Rosaline?”
I didn’t want to talk about it, so I shook my head lightly. “It’s none of your business.”
Heidi sighed and said, “Rosaline is being way too much. She’s only just broken up with you, and now she’s openly living with Jasper? I’ve heard rumors that she was already involved with Jasper before and even with other men. Caden, if these rumors are true, I really feel bad for you.”
