In Love, Never Say Never

These words imply that we’re abusing our power to oppress others.

Her words angered Louis, who had always been a principled and honest person, and he ignored her.

He looked at me instead. Obviously, he wanted to know her identity.

Biting my lips, I responded, “She’s the only daughter of Stanley Newton.”

Louis’ expression darkened as he fell silent.

I said to the calm and composed Colin, “Carry on eating with the kids and Uncle Louis. I’ll handle this.”

Colin glanced at me but did not say much. After muttering something to Louis, he brought the two kids inside.

As an esteemed official, there were things that Louis could not say openly. He looked at me briefly, then followed suit, leaving behind Joyce and myself.

Not wanting to speak rashly, I remained indifferent while looking for a place to sit.

Joyce’s expression was awful. She probably felt frustrated at not being taken seriously despite making a big fuss for a long time.

She pulled herself together and looked at me. “Scarlett, what do you want me to do?”

carefully. “Had it not been for the men standing behind me at this

out when she found two sturdy men to give me a hard time. Thankfully, I escaped death and avoided the

save a life or get even with another person for a

her rage, she looked at me. “What are you going

“Nothing.” I pursed my lips. “I’ve done all that I could. The rest is up to your father. If he’s innocent, no one can press any charges on him. Otherwise, he’ll be in trouble. I’ve recorded every single word you said to Mr. Stovall. From a legal perspective, the way you’ve alleged him for misusing his power for personal gains is regarded as defamatory statements.

huffed. “Scarlett, you’re

with her because that would affect my quality of life. Hence, I simply replied, “Ms. Newton, you should leave now. Staying here doesn’t help and it

and cons to avoid any disadvantages. She didn’t know the people around me back then.

surely think hard before she acts. After Joyce’s departure, I

With all of them turning up at the same time, I’m afraid it’s hard

assistant after dinner whereas Colin left

her playmate, Summer

not fall asleep easily as I age.

by cicadas was the characteristic sound of

the door. I

man’s eyes looked even deeper. His slender body stood like a statue at the

he held me in his arms quietly.

him into the yard.

remained silent as if

I took him back to the