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?”

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

time. Thankfully, I escaped death

can help save a life or get even with another person for a private

she looked at me. “What are

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

huffed. “Scarlett,

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

cons to avoid any disadvantages. She didn’t know the people around

acts. After

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

up by his assistant

playmate, Summer went to

I age. The beautiful midsummer

the characteristic sound of

midnight, there was a loud knock at the door. I got up to answer

lamp, the man’s eyes looked even deeper. His slender body

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

him into

he remained silent as if

I