"Let's go. I'll take you home," Daniel said, his tone firm as his steady gaze locked onto Chloe. He couldn't shake the fear that she might commit suicide again, so he made up his mind to escort her himself."Take me home? Are you planning to r*pe me again?" Chloe's voice was sharp, her icy glare cutting through him. Anger and despair laced her words, each one landing like a blow.A flicker of pain crossed Daniel's face, his helplessness barely hidden. He hadn't meant for things to turn out this way, but he couldn't deny his part in it.Three years ago, he had held Chloe in his arms, their naked bodies entwined."Chloe, that's not what I meant. I'm just worried about you," Daniel said, his voice soft but sincere, carrying a weight of guilt and concern.Chloe's eyes blazed with fury, her expression unrelenting."Worried about me? Do you think I'd believe anything you say? You're nothing but a monster, a devil!" Her voice trembled with rage, each word sharp and cutting, slicing straight

At that moment, all eyes in the hall were fixed on Ellis and Chloe.The crowd's gazes brimmed with curiosity, confusion, and surprise."Isn't that the heir of the Adams family and the heiress of the Hayes family? What's going on?" someone whispered, their voice tinged with disbelief."This doesn't look good," another person muttered under their breath."What are you staring at? Never seen a man hit a woman before, huh?" Ellis barked, his glare sweeping over the murmuring crowd. His eyes burned with fury, daring anyone to say another word.Chloe kept her head lowered, tears pooling in her eyes. Her body trembled slightly like a delicate flower caught in a raging storm, fragile and defenseless.Ellis shoved her onto a nearby chair, his movements rough and unkind."Sit down and don't move!" he snapped, his voice cold and commanding, treating her as if she were nothing more than an object to control.Chloe flinched but stayed silent, too afraid to respond. Her hands clutched the hem of he

"Everyone, stop!"A deep, commanding voice cut through the air, carrying an authority that sent a chill down everyone's spine.The crowd turned toward the source and saw an elderly man standing tall."It's Mr. Jones!"Gasps rippled through the room. No one had expected Brian to appear. They realized Daniel was doomed—there was no way he'd escape punishment today. Surely, he'd be thrown into the sea to feed the sharks."Daniel's finished. I just hope the Clark family doesn't get dragged into this mess," Natalie murmured, her voice trembling with worry. She was deeply concerned about the family's reputation.Brian descended the stairs from the second floor. The crowd watched in stunned silence as he approached Daniel, his steps slow and deliberate, each one carrying an unspoken weight.Everyone braced themselves, expecting Brian to confront Daniel. But then, to their astonishment, Brian smiled."Oh, Dr. Cooper, have you seen anything you like? I'll give it to you right away!" His tone w

Daniel arrived at the Scott family estate, a grand and imposing building that radiated the family's power and status.At the entrance stood Shirley's father, Jonathan, who immediately stepped forward when he saw Daniel. A seemingly warm smile spread across his face as he greeted him."Dr. Cooper! I knew you'd be coming today, so I've been waiting for you!""Waiting for me?" Daniel raised an eyebrow, puzzled.He didn't believe Jonathan's sudden kindness and couldn't help but wonder what he was after."Dr. Cooper, your medical skills are truly admirable, so I'd like to offer you a word of advice." Jonathan's tone shifted, his expression growing serious. "You shouldn't have come today. Shirley is off-limits. If you pursue her, you'll offend someone very powerful—someone even we Scotts fear!"Jonathan's eyes carried a sharp warning, though there was also a flicker of self-interest.He knew Daniel's medical expertise was extraordinary, and having him as an ally wouldn't hurt, as long as he

At that moment, a strikingly handsome man entered the venue.His arrival was like a brilliant flash of light, instantly drawing everyone's attention.He wore a perfectly tailored suit, the fabric subtly shimmering under the lights, every line accentuating his impeccable physique. He exuded an air of unparalleled elegance and sophistication.His movements were poised and deliberate, each step measured as if the floor itself had become his stage.His face was sculpted to perfection, with a high-bridged nose, deep-set eyes, and a chiseled jawline—features that seemed to embody nature's finest work.His eyes, deep and luminous, held an enigmatic allure as though they concealed countless secrets, pulling everyone who looked into them under his spell."Who is that? Such an impressive presence!" someone whispered in awe, their voice tinged with curiosity and admiration.The handsome man smiled faintly, a warm and gentle smile that felt like a spring breeze, instantly putting everyone at ease