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?”

I chose my words carefully. “Had it not been for the men standing behind me at this moment,

men to give me a hard time. Thankfully, I escaped

humans is extremely important. It can help save a

me.

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

huffed. “Scarlett,

was not in the mood to argue with her because that would affect my quality of life. Hence, I simply replied, “Ms.

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 knows, she’ll surely think hard before she acts. After

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

was picked up by his assistant

Summer went

easily as I age. The beautiful midsummer night

crescendo of high-pitched buzzing produced by cicadas was the characteristic

loud knock at the door. I got up to answer

looked even deeper. His slender body stood

arms quietly.

into

me, he remained silent as if he

chilly outside so I took