The Million-Dollar Heart

At dusk, the fading sunlight filtered through the window, casting a rosy glow on Alyssa's face.

She was hunched over her computer, her gaze venomous, her usually gentle features twisted in malice, growing more ferocious by the minute.

Scrolling through the audio files she had uploaded herself, the internet was in an uproar. The barrage of insults demanded Sasha leave Veridia and forbade her marriage to Arthur, her lips curling into a sinister smile.

Excitement sparkled in her eyes as she prepared to upload a video that would incite even greater outrage among the netizens. If they stormed Arthur and Sasha's wedding tomorrow, how could they possibly go through with it?

The thought only fueled her excitement as she edited a video, dubbing over it with Sasha's voice before releasing it into the wild.

The video showcased the moment Alyssa had fallen into the water while picking lotuses.

With a splash, Alyssa dropped into the water, desperately screaming for help. On the screen, Sasha stood by, utterly indifferent.

The scene shifted to five-year-old Winston hurriedly extending a bamboo pole towards Alyssa, while Sasha remained on the sidelines, seemingly enjoying the spectacle.

In the hospital, Alyssa couldn't hold back her tears as she confronted Sasha, asking why she had acted so cruelly.

Sasha's response was dismissive, countering with scorn that her own happiness was all that mattered.

Soon enough, the online masses couldn't help but flock to the post to leave their comments, filled with righteous indignation and fury.

"First, there's Sasha's audio, now there's video evidence. This is irrefutable proof!"

"Can she even be considered human? She values life so little!"

marry the War God. I'll personally see to it she

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sends chills down my spine. Is this how a so-called genius regards human

police! Lock her up

in the

the room, a sound that chilled to the bone, her eyes gleaming with hatred, relishing in her

you get for competing with me for

by everyone. When people think of the War God, you'll be nothing

only bring him shame; you'll never

and Alyssa, with a lift in her tone,

as she spoke in a soft voice, "Congratulations, sister. It seems your trip with Winston was a success!" Alyssa stood up, grasping her hand, unable to hide her pride, "Thanks to your advice, Brianna. I couldn't have done it

sister's plan coming to fruition, I thought I'd offer my congratulations

smiled, "Don't worry, Brianna. I haven't forgotten

then, a

caller ID, her face softening in apology to Brianna, "I've got a call, Brianna. We'll catch up later, and I'll take you shopping. Pick whatever you like." Brianna, ever astute, understood the importance

with joy as she continued to browse through the overwhelmingly

not even get married tomorrow!" Dracon's voice came from the other

"Dracon, I haven't forgotten the favor you've done me. Is there a way to ensure

to seal their fate. Dracon spoke slowly, "I have a plan

the recording equipment

shall we meet?

brief agreement, Dracon ended

a private booth for their meeting, ensuring