Despite knowing that Colin had made comprehensive arrangements, Olivia contacted a few people for help.However, something unexpected happened when they were moving Jeff.When it was time for Olivia and Colin to meet up, he hadn't returned.It was a starless night. But the yard hadn't lost its wholesome atmosphere. Cherry blossoms were dancing under the dim light.Olivia made a wind chime and hung it on a tree branch. The fragments struck each other along the wind. The continuous tinkle made her anxious. She was worried about Colin.As the wind chime continued to clack, the wind blew it off the branch. The sound it made when it fell onto the ground elicited uneasiness.Before Olivia could pick it up, someone stood next to it.Colin picked it up and flashed her a bright smile. "Olivia, I'm back."She ran toward him anxiously. "Colin, are you alright?"He nodded and played with the wind chime. "What could've possibly happened to me when you're worried sick for me? "The

Darkness painted across the night sky, but Olivia wasn't sleepy at all.Lying against the window, she watched the cherry blossom tree.Snowball stretched its body lazily and scratched its nails under the tree.She had agreed to leave with Colin, but she was feeling uneasy for some reason.She was aware that it was her best option.The longer Jeff's treatment was delayed, the more serious his condition would become. Thus, her departure was the best option. Not only could Colin find Leo, but she could also receive treatments to cure her cancer.However, something had been weighing on her chest after she made that decision.It was as though there was a cloud of mist around her.Olivia's hunch kept telling her that something was off.Suddenly, a scream came from Colin's room. "Don't hit me!"She hurriedly pushed the door open. His room was a mess. He was hiding in a corner while trembling like a stray dog."Colin, it's alright. It's me." She carefully approached himHe hugg

"Liv." Everly rubbed her eyes. She kept seeing things these days.By the time she got herself together, Olivia's silhouette had vanished from her sight.Everly deemed it a mere delusion.Helplessly, she shook her head and joined the crowd with the umbrella. A piece of paper fell off the ribs of the umbrella. She grabbed it.The familiar handwriting read, "Take care".It was a simple blessing. Judging from the messy handwriting, she could tell it was written in a rush.Everly covered her face with the umbrella. A grin appeared on her tear-stricken face.She thought, "Olivia is still alive. She's using her way to ensure that she's still alive."She was clever enough to know that Olivia wasn't in a situation to contact her. That was why Olivia told her that she was still alive via this method. Now that she was aware that Olivia was safe and sound, a wave of relief washed over Everly. She held the paper tightly as if it were a treasure, fearing that she might lose it.Now

Brent continued, "In the beginning, those women did perform well in their studies. "They received sponsorship from Mr. Fordham and furthered their studies in big cities. Some of them are diligent in pursuing higher education, too."The majority of them were dazzled by the temptation in the cities, thinking that women should rely on men."Some of them began to neglect their studies and get involved with married or rich men. Some of them even took the ride that comes every Friday specifically for college girls. "The good ones had become housewives after graduation while the bad ones lead an indecent life until today."It pained Mr. Fordham to watch them live such a life. He tried to talk them out of it multiple times."Yet, they betrayed him by framing him for having distorted ideas on them. I captured a few of them and scared them into spilling the truth."Some of the good ones were paid to spread bad rumors about Mr. Fordham, too."As for the mentally ill people, they were either sen

Kelvin stood by Ethan's side. The latter was sweating buckets, and his expression was menacing.Last night, he was able to sleep with the help of a sleeping pill. He was sleep-talking the whole night."Mr. Miller, did you have a nightmare?" asked Kelvin."I have a bad feeling." Ethan's voice was hoarse because he had just woken up."It must be because too many things are happening recently—"Ethan coldly interrupted Kelvin. "Implement a strict inspection at all of the entrances. I'm afraid Liv will leave Aldenvine.""Leave? But Mr. Fordham is still missing. He's the only person Mrs. Miller cares for. "Why would she leave at this moment?""There were four parties trying to take Jeff away that day. Do you think that her men could be one of them?""I don't think that's highly possible. She doesn't have the connections to hire mercenaries. "You weren't there, so you didn't see how cruel they killed people off."Frowning, Ethan rested against the headboard. His expression was