When There Is Nothing Left But Love

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

all planned out when she found two sturdy men to give me a hard time. Thankfully,

extremely important. It can help save a

her rage, she looked at me. “What are

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. I hope things won’t look too embarrassing for you when we meet in

huffed.

with her because that would affect my quality of life. Hence, I simply replied, “Ms. Newton, you should leave

would weigh both pros and cons to avoid any disadvantages. She didn’t know the people around me

hard before she acts. After Joyce’s departure, I stayed in the

turning up at the same time, I’m

picked up by his assistant after dinner whereas

her playmate, Summer went

not fall asleep easily as I age. The beautiful

characteristic sound of

a loud knock at the door. I got up to answer it.

dim street lamp, the man’s eyes looked even deeper. His slender body stood like a

he held me in his arms quietly. A faint smell of alcohol lingered

him into the yard.

as if

was quite chilly outside so I took him