All eyes now turned to Zak, as if they were waiting for the most romantic scene at the end of their college years.Zak handed his bouquet to Elysia, ignoring Adrian who was extending the ring box toward her. "Congratulations on being the best graduate."One of Elysia's friends said, "Zak, I didn't expect you to be this romantic! Using a surprise performance and everything!""We didn't know you were this serious about Elysia!"Zak glanced briefly at Adrian, then looked back at Elysia who seemed confused.Elysia asked nervously, "D-Did you put on this show, Zak?"Zak's face lifted as he answered confidently, "Who else do you think it was?"He then extended his hand. "Will you marry me, Elysia?""If you agree, we can go to the jewelry store right now and you can pick any ring they sell in Vecredal."Elysia's friends cheered."Say yes, Elysia!""Opportunities like this don't come twice!""Oh my god, Elysia is really making every girl on campus jealous!""What are you waiting for, Elysia? A

The little boy under the bench spoke again while sobbing, "Daddy, they're coming soon! Anyway, don't let them take me!" The tone of the boy's voice was full of hope, "Promise, okay?" Right at that moment, one of the men in black suits looked at Adrian and communicated with his colleague while pointing toward Adrian. Their gazes were sharp and they approached Adrian with quick steps. As if without thinking, Adrian answered, "Yes, just relax. I'll deal with them." The two men in black suits stopped right in front of Adrian with tense and alert postures. Their eyes immediately caught the small figure crouching under the bench. One of them spoke gently, "Young Master, we finally found you." They crouched down and spoke again, "Let's go home, don't make the madam worry." The boy under the bench gripped Adrian's leg tightly. "Daddy, I don't know them. You have to chase them away or they'll force me!" Adrian asked politely, "Who are you? Why are you chasing him?" The man answered fi

"Do you have to call me Daddy? Don't you have a Daddy?"Ansel shook his head slowly, his face suddenly gloomy."I don't have one. Mommy Evelina said my Daddy and my Mommy already went to heaven when I was a baby."Adrian fell silent. His chest felt tight. This little boy, with all the luxury surrounding his life, turned out to have grown up without ever feeling the embrace of his own biological parents.Ansel was silent for a moment, staring at the remaining bread in his hand. Then, as if looking for another topic, he asked in a small voice, "D-Daddy, I don't like this bread. Can I eat something else?"Adrian sighed softly. Ansel did look like he was from a wealthy family, his tongue must be rebelling when eating cheap bread that was coarse with artificial chocolate flavor.Even so, Adrian smiled. Ansel looked polite by not criticizing the bread he was given at all. Adrian thought for a moment. "How about fried eggs? Do you like them?" Ansel nodded eagerly. "Yes, I like fried eggs!"

Adrian crouched down, bringing his eyes level with Ansel's. His voice was gentle but clear. "I want to take care of you, Ansel. But your mommy doesn't trust me."He glanced at Evelina for a moment, then turned back to Ansel. "She wants to pay me, wants to watch me, as if I'm a criminal. That means she doesn't believe I can protect you properly."The statement was simple, honest, and directly pointed to who was really creating the deadlock. With his innocent logic, Ansel understood immediately.The boy looked at Evelina, his eyes full of questions and disappointment. "Mommy, why don't you trust Daddy Adrian?"Evelina jolted. She hadn't expected Adrian to turn the situation around in such a direct, heartfelt way aimed straight at Ansel.Evelina crouched down and spoke softly again, "Ansel, there are many things you don't understand yet. The world isn't as simple as good people and bad people."She shot a brief glare at Adrian, her eyes still blazing with anger. "Adults have to think furt

Adrian turned to see Elysia, wearing an elegant, shimmering black dress, standing behind him. He answered casually, "This is a restaurant. Of course, I'm here to eat." Elysia sighed in annoyance. This wasn't the time to argue. In a low, urgent voice, she said, "Ad, we're over. You don't need to prove anything anymore. Your presence here won't change anything about our relationship!" Elysia's eyebrows arched upwards, then she continued in a tone that sounded understanding. "Just save your money for things that are more useful for you!" Adrian frowned. "You think I'm here because of you?" The man laughed bitterly. Elysia sighed softly. "Then what else? I know you must be really angry with me right now! You must want to show me that you're capable enough to pay for a meal here!" Elysia raised both hands. "Stop this foolish drama! It's not efficient! You'd be better off just saving your money!" Adrian shook his head. "You're overconfident, Elys." Elysia sighed in frustration. She di