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Chapter 24
The day went on as usual. Peter asked his guards about the shadow he’d seen the night before, but they found nothing and no one.Peter didn’t pay much attention to it and chose to keep himself busy with activities on the cruise ship. He came across an art exhibition.Peter stopped in front of a glass case. A large, old book was inside. “This old book is a copy of the original one containing ancient history. There’s nothing particularly interesting about it.”Peter touched his shirt pocket. “But this makes me even more curious about the old book that gave me the ability to see the past.”“I need to open the fifth page right away so I can communicate again with the man named Patrick. He must know a lot about me and my family.”The room wasn’t very crowded. People were focused on their own activities, examining the antique items and works of art.“Ah!” A visitor suddenly fell, drawing everyone’s attention to her. A woman lay unconscious on the floor.Peter was right in front of the woman
Chapter 23
Peter immediately let go of the woman just as the flash of the event faded.“Who are you? What do you want to do to me?” the woman shouted.“I just want to help you, Miss,” Peter said as he took a few steps back.The woman forced herself to stand, though she fell again. “Don’t touch me! I don’t need your help either!”“I have absolutely no intention of touching you, Miss.”The woman glared at Peter. “Can’t you see I’m in pain? Why are you just standing there?”“You just said you didn’t need my help. You also don’t want me to touch you, do you?”The woman winced in pain, clinging to a tree branch. “Why did you....”“I saw you unconscious in these bushes, and I decided to check on you. I had absolutely no ill intent toward you.”Peter looked around. The situation was extremely quiet and still, in stark contrast to the bustling area under the stairs.“Alright, I’m leaving, Miss.”“You’re going to leave me here alone? Where’s your conscience?”“Is this how you ask me for help, Miss? If yo
Chapter 22
“Everything’s fine, gentlemen,” Bianca said with a friendly smile. “We were just joking around. We’re old friends who haven’t seen each other in quite a while.”One of the guards replied, “We sincerely hope that all guests will maintain proper conduct while on this cruise ship for everyone’s comfort.”The guards returned to their posts. The guests went back to their own business.Ramon snorted in annoyance, glaring at Peter. “We’re not done yet.”Peter said calmly, “I never started anything with you, sir. Miss Bianca is one of the professors who used to teach my class. Our relationship is strictly that of student and professor.”“I don’t believe you, you bastard!”“I’m not asking you to believe me because your opinion—or even your presence—doesn’t matter to me. If you keep showing hostility toward me, I’ll tell my guards to deal with you.”Five guards began approaching Peter, Bianca, and Ramon.Ramon hurried away, disappearing into the crowd.“I’m sorry about what just happened, Peter
Chapter 21
Peter immediately turned his head, looking at a beautiful woman in a pink dress standing nearby. “Nice to meet you, Miss Bianca.”Bianca rolled her eyes. She was really upset with Peter because of what happened at the graduation party yesterday, but she had to admit that Peter looked very handsome now.“I have to go,” Peter said as he started walking away.“Wait, what are you doing here, Peter?” Bianca repeated the question. “Did you win the cruise giveaway?”Peter turned to face Bianca. “No, I didn’t win anything. I paid for this vacation myself.”“You paid for the trip?” Bianca asked, confirming.“Yes, of course. I’m a five-star priority customer at a prestigious bank, so I have easy access to getting vacation tickets on this cruise ship.”“You’re a five-star priority customer at a prestigious bank?” Bianca was surprised, though she quickly changed her expression. “Are you lying to me?”“I’m not forcing you to believe my words, Miss Bianca. Nothing will change even if you don’t beli
Chapter 20
[07/30]“What are these numbers?” Peter traced the writing at the very bottom of the first page.“I check this book every day, and this is the first time I’ve seen these numbers. Could it be....”Peter turned to the second page and the following pages. “There’s nothing written on the second page or the others.”“I get it now. This number seven refers to the number of times I’ve used my ability. I’ve used my ability on Sonic, Cindy, Simon, Clara, Sean, Thomas, and Mitha.”“Then the number thirty indicates the number of times I need to use my ability to unlock the second page. That means I have to use my ability twenty-three more times.”Peter put the old book in his bag, lay down on the bed, and eventually fell into a comfortable sleep.The next morning, Peter went to the gym. While taking a break, his attention was drawn to someone.“Damn it! Why did my plan fail again? That lousy woman can’t do her job properly!” someone said as he entered the gym. He didn’t realize Peter was watchin
Chapter 19
“I want to talk to you,” Melissa said when she met Peter near the beach. “It’s about your argument with Mitha.”“I don’t have much time right now. Get to the point.” Peter was focused on photographing the scenery.Melissa clenched her fists tightly and let out a long sigh. “I want to apologize for what happened earlier. Mitha was just doing her job as my manager. She was just worried about my safety. You know, as a famous film star, there are many people who want to bring me down in various ways.”Peter stopped taking photos, glancing briefly at Melissa.“Your manager is manipulating your earnings. She’s also working with Thomas to harass you,” said Peter.“What?” Melissa fell silent instantly, shaking her head repeatedly. “What do you mean by what you just said?”“I’m sure your ears are still working fine.”“Can’t you speak more gently to me?” Melissa crossed her arms over her chest. “Many men want to get close to me, but I reject them. You should be happy because....”“I’m not one o
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