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?”

it not been for the men standing behind me

hard time. Thankfully, I escaped death and avoided the tragedy of being chucked away

between humans is extremely important. It can help save a life or get

me. “What

can press any charges on him. Otherwise, he’ll be in trouble. I’ve recorded every single

she huffed. “Scarlett,

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

silliest person on earth would weigh both pros and cons to avoid any disadvantages. She didn’t know the people around me back then. Therefore, she couldn’t care

 After Joyce’s departure, I stayed in

turning

assistant after dinner whereas Colin

playmate, Summer went to bed

easily as I age. The beautiful midsummer night

produced by cicadas was the characteristic sound of late summer. It made the night less

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

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

his arms

him into

silent as

outside so I took