His Forgotten Ex-Wife Became a Billionaire Heiress

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Synopsis

I divorced Ethan Roscente after three years of cold marriage. Now he begs Dr. Luna to save his lover – unaware it's me. When my scalpel touches her heart, he'll discover his ex-wife holds all his secrets... and his fate.

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Chapter 1389 words
The phone screen lit up as Vivian Laurent was setting up a candlelit dinner.
Chapter 2372 words
Midnight at Nightfall Lounge.
Chapter 3404 words
Vivian's fingertips trembled slightly.
Chapter 4438 words
The operating room lights blazed bright as daylight. Beads of sweat formed at Vivian Laurent's temples as her scalpel moved with precision through the patient's chest cavity—a masterful dance of steel and flesh.
Chapter 5304 words
Vivian Laurent slammed the brakes after shaking off Ethan Roscente. Before she could speak, her driver was already vomiting outside the car.
Chapter 6316 words
"Shadow, our regular clients on the Dark Web are going insane. They keep demanding to know when the top agent will take contracts again." The assistant's anxious voice came through the phone.
Chapter 7319 words
Ethan Roscente removed his helmet and tossed it onto the lounge sofa.
Chapter 8297 words
Ethan Roscente gripped the steering wheel, his eyes locked on the speeding race car ahead. The driver's skills confirmed his suspicion from their brief encounter outside the hospital.
Chapter 9295 words
Isabella grabbed Vivian's wrist tightly. "Did he recognize you?" Her fingertips trembled slightly. If she'd known it was Ethan Roscente, she would never have let Vivian participate in that competition.
Chapter 10257 words
The moment Ethan Roscente's plane touched down, an urgent call came through. He slid into the black Maybach and motioned for his assistant to hand him the laptop.
Chapter 11403 words
Valrose Group had been making frequent moves in the real estate industry recently.
Chapter 12442 words
Oliver Roland's dull eyes suddenly lit up.
Chapter 13320 words
Ethan grabbed Vivian's wrist.
Chapter 14544 words
Ethan Roscente narrowed his eyes, radiating an aura of undeniable authority.
Chapter 15425 words
Morning sunlight filtered through the curtains as Vivian Laurent rubbed her eyes. Her phone screen lit up with a message from Isabella Langley: "Reporting to the hospital today?"
Chapter 16449 words
The Savior
Chapter 17346 words
"Get out!"
Chapter 18332 words
Ethan Roscente strode toward the elevator with measured steps.
Chapter 19313 words
The red light above the operating room dimmed as Vivian Laurent removed her blood-stained gloves. Short-staffed in the ER, she had been called in to assist with an emergency procedure.
Chapter 1343 words
The Roscente Group headquarters stood tall in the city skyline.
Chapter 21253 words
Vivian Laurent flipped through the bidding list, her fingers pausing briefly on the Roscente Group's documents.
Chapter 22305 words
The clinic lights carved sharp angles across Ethan Roscente's face. Shadows deepened the intensity of his gaze beneath prominent brow bones.
Chapter 23357 words
The hospital corridor was eerily quiet in the dead of night.
Chapter 24360 words
The operating room lights dimmed as city lights began glowing outside the windows. Vivian Laurent rubbed her stiff neck, exhausted after three consecutive complex surgeries.
Chapter 25298 words
Vivian's car maintained a steady speed without the slightest fluctuation.
Chapter 26322 words
Vivian Laurent's medical career differed from her colleagues. She worked under a flexible contract.
Chapter 27489 words
Golden sunlight streamed through the floor-to-ceiling windows, illuminating Vivian Laurent's desk. She closed the project proposal and tapped her fingers lightly on the cover.
Chapter 28302 words
Neon lights pulsed through Nightfall Lounge as deafening heavy metal music shook the walls.
Chapter 29222 words
"No way!" The crowd gasped in unison.
Chapter 30290 words
Felix Valdemar stood beside Ethan Roscente, his eyes wide with disbelief.
Chapter 31397 words
Ethan Roscente froze at Vivian Laurent's sudden outburst. His knuckles turned white from gripping his fists too tightly.
Chapter 32391 words
Vivian Laurent ignored Chloe Ashcroft's provocation, which only infuriated Chloe more.
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Chloe Ashcroft's grandfather Daniel Ashcroft was the hospital's vice president. The surgical mishap had alarmed the higher-ups, and an investigation team swiftly arrived at the hospital.
Chapter 34220 words
The surveillance footage revealed every detail with crystal clarity.
Chapter 35343 words
Nathan Clementson frowned deeply. "The surveillance footage was clearly deleted by Chloe Ashcroft. How did you recover it?"
Chapter 36334 words
Ethan Roscente arranged for someone to contact Lucas Lefèvre under a false identity.
Chapter 37343 words
"Must I repeat what I said at the bar that night?"
Chapter 38282 words
The black sedan roared past, kicking up a gust of icy wind. Ethan Roscente instinctively pulled Vivian Laurent into his arms. They stood so close she could hear the steady rhythm of his heartbeat.
Chapter 39296 words
Sophia Evans's knuckles turned white as she gripped her phone.
Chapter 40383 words
Ethan Roscente pushed open the apartment door to complete darkness.
Chapter 41221 words
Ethan Roscente sat behind his expansive desk reviewing documents.
Chapter 42314 words
Agent Wang nervously wrung his hands. "The Roscente Group is an industry giant. Offending them would ruin your career."
Chapter 43267 words
Ethan Roscente's gaze lingered on Vivian Laurent before shifting to Julian Cortez.
Chapter 44333 words
"Your name is Vivian Laurent?" Ethan Roscente narrowed his eyes at her. "That's the same name as my ex-wife. I also know a doctor with that name."
Chapter 45331 words
Ethan Roscente's stomach twisted with sharp pains.
Chapter 46376 words
Morning sunlight filtered through the blinds into the office. Vivian Laurent was organizing patient reports.
Chapter 47245 words
Ethan Roscente stood motionless, his lips curling into a cold smirk.
Chapter 48226 words
Morning sunlight filtered through the hospital curtains.
Chapter 49340 words
The man's furious roar echoed through the hospital corridor outside the operating room.
Chapter 50362 words
Ethan Roscente's car sped toward the hospital.
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Ethan's Injury
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"What did you say?" The widow lunged at the man, raining blows on him with her fists.
Chapter 53360 words
Vivian stood at the end of the corridor, her fingertips trembling slightly. She took a deep breath and approached the mother and daughter who were weeping uncontrollably.
Chapter 54346 words
Vivian Laurent stepped out of the office. Nathan Clementson stood waiting in the hallway.
Chapter 55344 words
The autopsy report clearly showed the patient didn't die from Vivian Laurent's surgical error. The actual cause was oxygen toxicity-induced cardiac arrest after the family illegally adjusted the oxygen regulator.
Chapter 56370 words
Ethan Roscente flipped open the menu, his fingers hovering over several signature spicy dishes.
Chapter 57276 words
Emily Garnache clung to Vivian Laurent's arm, her eyes sparkling.
Chapter 58282 words
Victoria Roscente's gaze settled on Vivian Laurent, her brows slightly furrowed.
Chapter 59381 words
Emily's eyes sparkled with excitement as she gripped Vivian's arm. "Vivian, is everything you just said...true?"
Chapter 60234 words
"Julian chose AN for his first endorsement deal. What excellent taste! Affordable prices with premium quality."
Chapter 61275 words
The night deepened as Vivian Laurent's phone screen lit up.
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The holiday ended, and Vivian Laurent returned to the hospital.
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The spacious backseat of the black Maybach exuded a subtle leather fragrance.
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"Put me down." Vivian's voice was icy.
Chapter 65427 words
Vivian Laurent gave Ethan Roscente an icy glare. "I'll take the food. You can leave now."
Chapter 66338 words
Ethan Roscente hastily rinsed his hands and walked out without drying them.
Chapter 67348 words
The International Perfumery Awards commenced as scheduled.
Chapter 68262 words
Victoria Roscente shot up from her seat, hands trembling as she accepted the gleaming gold trophy.
Chapter 69332 words
Vivian Laurent crossed her arms, making no move to shake hands.
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Ethan Roscente's phone lit up with an incoming call from Victoria Roscente.
Chapter 71390 words
Vivian Laurent returned triumphantly from the International Perfumery Awards.
Chapter 72308 words
Isabella Langley's cheeks were flushed with alcohol as she tugged at Vivian Laurent's arm.
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"Are you alright?" A deep male voice murmured near her ear.
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Ethan Roscente gripped the steering wheel, his gaze flickering toward Vivian Laurent in the passenger seat.
Chapter 75286 words
Ethan Roscente's footsteps echoed through the hallway.
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"What's wrong? Don't recognize me?"
Chapter 77281 words
Vivian Laurent's slender fingers traced the rough surface of the raw jade on display. A slight frown creased her brow at the texture.
Chapter 78258 words
Victoria Roscente clenched her wine glass.
Chapter 79372 words
The bathroom lights glared harshly.
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Bianca Semona had always been the center of attention. Beautiful and poised, she was accustomed to being adored wherever she went. This was the first time someone had completely ignored her.
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Bianca Semona curled her lips in a mocking smile. "Vivian Laurent, Jade Gambling isn't child's play. These raw stones cost real money. Don't make everyone lose their investments."
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The crowd's anticipation turned to disappointment as murmurs spread through the gathering.
Chapter 83330 words
Bianca Semona had been thoroughly snubbed by Ethan Roscente.
Chapter 84337 words
"Let me make this clear—if this jade stone turns out worthless after cutting, I, Bianca Semona, won't take responsibility."
Chapter 85333 words
Zero and Shadow were once the most feared duo in the world of espionage.
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Ethan Roscente's gaze remained scrutinizing.
Chapter 87226 words
The sharp sound of a slap echoed through the banquet hall.
Chapter 88255 words
"The divorce agreement clearly states Vivian leaves empty-handed."
Chapter 89408 words
Zero's heartbeat quickened. If Shadow was alive, where had she been these four years?
Chapter 90346 words
The wealthy merchant turned every corner upside down but found nothing.
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Ethan Roscente's towering figure cast Vivian Laurent completely in shadow.
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Vivian Laurent pounded desperately on the car window. The driver ignored her completely. Ethan Roscente had given strict orders—no one was to stop without his permission.
Chapter 93323 words
"Ethan..." Sophia Evans' voice trembled through the phone.
Chapter 94370 words
"Hack into this bank's system for me." Isabella Langley slid her laptop toward Vivian Laurent. "They scammed me into depositing a large sum and now refuse to let me withdraw it."
Chapter 95294 words
Vivian Laurent witnessed the bank's predatory practices against ordinary citizens. Without hesitation, she reported them with a phone call.
Chapter 96308 words
Emily Garnache stared at the exquisite dishes on the menu, swallowing hard. Yet she hesitated about the shared table suggestion. Though this person was Vivian Laurent's friend, they were still a stranger.
Chapter 97250 words
Vivian gently pressed Emily's wrist, signaling her not to mention medical skills.
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Emily gazed at Vivian with concern, but the woman merely arched an eyebrow with effortless composure. "Why wouldn't I dare?"
Chapter 99272 words
"Who's the sore loser here?" Natalie Valois spat through gritted teeth. "Everyone saw you cheating!"
Chapter 100284 words
Natalie clenched her fists, her nails digging deep into her palms. She stared at Vivian's retreating figure, her eyes burning with hatred.
Chapter 101355 words
"Sure, add me." Vivian smoothly pulled up her QR code and slid it toward Ryan Fairsprene.
Chapter 102408 words
Ethan Roscente's racetrack location pin was precise. Vivian Laurent glanced at it and confirmed the details.
Chapter 103296 words
Vivian Laurent's fingers tightened slightly as she heard the terms of the wager.
Chapter 104355 words
Ethan's Adam's apple bobbed slightly.
Chapter 105191 words
Ethan Roscente's brow furrowed deeper.
Chapter 106323 words
Sophia Evans' gaze settled on Felix Valdemar, her lips curving into a perfectly measured smile. "Felix, long time no see."
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Sophia Evans' perfectly made-up face twisted in rage. No one had ever humiliated her in public like this.
Chapter 108257 words
Ethan Roscente narrowed his eyes at the red sports car ahead.
Chapter 109293 words
The engine roared as Ethan Roscente floored the accelerator.
Chapter 110274 words
Ethan Roscente's furious voice echoed across the empty racetrack. "Who tampered with the brakes? Are the track inspectors blind?"
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Sophia Evans turned deathly pale, taking half a step back.
Chapter 112386 words
Sophia's fingertips trembled.
Chapter 113433 words
"Sophia Evans, how do you explain your fingerprints on the brake pads?" Ethan Roscente's voice was icy.
Chapter 114230 words
"Her name is Vivian Laurent." Ethan Roscente's voice was icy.
Chapter 115228 words
Ethan Roscente drove away from the hospital alone. Neon lights blurred through the rain-streaked windshield, distorting his vision.
Chapter 116227 words
Ethan Roscente ignored the man's presence.
Chapter 117377 words
"Did you all miss the key point? That woman Sophia Evans was chasing is breathtakingly gorgeous! Her aura, her elegance—absolutely stunning!"
Chapter 118442 words
Ethan Roscente sat in his office at Roscente Group, staring at the computer screen with a furrowed brow. The overwhelming online support for Sophia Evans unsettled him.
Chapter 119275 words
Sophia Evans's condition suddenly worsened, forcing her to postpone her overseas trip. Ethan Roscente arranged for her VIP hospital suite but rarely visited.
Chapter 120296 words
The woman's voice cut through the darkness like a razor.
Chapter 121284 words
The emergency call came in the dead of night.
Chapter 122389 words
Finn Deross braced himself for a beating.
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Victoria Roscente's face flushed crimson.
Chapter 124356 words
Sunlight filtered through the blinds into the examination room as Vivian Laurent organized patient files.
Chapter 125276 words
Victoria Roscente shrieked in agreement. "Exactly! Someone like you doesn't deserve to be a doctor!"
Chapter 126267 words
Victoria Roscente lifted her chin, her voice shrill. "I saw you push Sophia with my own eyes!"
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Victoria Roscente stood at the clinic doorway, her voice shrill and piercing. "Hospitals strictly prohibit surveillance cameras in examination rooms! Dr. Laurent is blatantly violating regulations! Who knows how many patients' privacy she's secretly recorded? How can you allow such an unethical doctor to practice?"
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The surveillance footage froze on the exact moment Ethan Roscente pushed open the door.
Chapter 129245 words
Sophia Evans' apology dripped with venom, every word laced with insinuations against Vivian Laurent.
Chapter 130478 words
Vivian swiftly snatched the phone from Victoria's hand.
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Vivian froze.
Chapter 132353 words
Vivian Laurent knocked on the door of Dean Remetio's office.
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"We're just here for a check-up. What scheme could we possibly have?" Victoria Roscente protested with a stiff neck, but her eyes darted nervously.
Chapter 134358 words
Sophia Evans wiped the tears from the corner of her eye, her fingers trembling slightly.
Chapter 135360 words
Vivian Laurent adjusted the collar of her lab coat as she stepped out of the dean's office.
Chapter 136342 words
Finn Deross gasped in pain on the hospital bed.
Chapter 137356 words
Vivian's fingers trembled slightly as she stared at her phone screen.
Chapter 138310 words
Vivian felt nausea rising in her throat.
Chapter 139286 words
The drug surged violently through Vivian's veins, blurring her vision. She bit her tongue hard, the metallic taste of blood sharpening her focus.
Chapter 140276 words
Ethan Roscente pushed open the door.
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"Ethan, try this. I had the kitchen prepare it specially for you." Sophia Evans picked up a piece of fish with her chopsticks and placed it gently into Ethan Roscente's bowl.
Chapter 142186 words
Ethan's knuckles turned white, veins bulging on the back of his hand. He shoved Sophia away with a hoarse growl. "Get out!"
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The black sports car shot forward like an arrow released from its bow. Ethan Roscente gripped the steering wheel with one hand, his knuckles turning white. He tore off his tie, his Adam's apple bobbing as sweat beaded at his temples.
Chapter 144285 words
Ethan Roscente completely lost control in the darkness.
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Vivian's dazed expression made Ethan's Adam's apple bob. He clenched his fists, nails digging deep into his palms.
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Vivian Laurent leaned against the headboard, a slender cigarette between her fingers.
Chapter 147275 words
Ethan Roscente stood motionless, watching Vivian Laurent's bloodshot eyes.
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Vivian Laurent handed her plan to Lucas Lefèvre, and within 24 hours, results followed.
Chapter 149193 words
The storm was coming.
Chapter 150204 words
Vivian's phone vibrated urgently with a call from Lucas.
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The rain outside the window gradually eased.
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"Ethan Roscente, if you're sick, go check yourself into a hospital."
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Ethan Roscente's pupils constricted sharply, his gaze locking onto Vivian Laurent with laser focus.
Chapter 154276 words
Rain drummed against the makeshift canopy with urgent intensity.
Chapter 155287 words
Ethan Roscente strode through the rain with steady steps, coming to stand beside Vivian Laurent.
Chapter 156305 words
The troublemakers' faces turned deathly pale.
Chapter 157254 words
Vivian Laurent let out a cold laugh, her fingers lightly tapping the table.
Chapter 158295 words
Ethan Roscente stood in the pouring rain, water dripping from his hair. His fingers trembled slightly as he watched Vivian Laurent walk away.
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Natalie's Defeat
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"What's going on?" Natalie Valrose's face turned pale as she nearly dropped her phone. "Why was the project suddenly halted?"
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Ethan Roscente twisted open the bottle cap and offered the water to Vivian Laurent.
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Ethan Roscente tapped his long fingers on the desk, his indifferent gaze sweeping over Vincent Valrose's fawning face.
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"Vivian, the Valrose family will always be your home." Vincent Valrose forced a smile, beads of sweat forming on his forehead.
Chapter 164344 words
Natalie Valois staggered up from the ground, her dress covered in dust.
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"Vivian, those words cut deep. Being a Valrose is your birthright." Vincent Valrose's face turned ashen.
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Vivian Laurent's lips curved slightly, but her eyes remained icy cold.
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Vivian's Trap
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Vivian Laurent tossed the choice to Natalie Valrose.
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The construction site was in complete disarray after the torrential downpour. Broken steel bars protruded like vicious fangs.
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Vincent Valrose hurriedly left the scene without daring to linger for even a second.
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Vivian Laurent stood by the floor-to-ceiling window.
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Sunlight streamed through the floor-to-ceiling windows.
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"Sophia Evans!" Ethan Roscente's voice cut through the air like ice.
Chapter 174248 words
Isabella Langley tossed the tablet onto Vivian Laurent's lap. The glaring headlines on the screen were impossible to ignore.
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"Don't worry, Nathan. Everything's handled. I have a backup plan if needed."
Chapter 176334 words
Vivian Laurent arched an eyebrow at Finn Deross.
Chapter 177208 words
This cardiac surgery was considered the most complex case in the entire city.
Chapter 178305 words
"Critical situation! Intracranial pressure spiking! Risk of brain herniation imminent!" The emergency alarm blared through the operating room.
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"Prepare the craniotomy instruments now." Vivian Laurent's voice was crisp and authoritative.
Chapter 180333 words
Under the surgical lights, beads of sweat glistened on Vivian Laurent's forehead.
Chapter 181469 words
Vivian Laurent had just set down her scalpel when Dr. Zachary Kalmien from the Cardiology Department blocked the doorway.
Chapter 182256 words
Vivian Laurent's apartment was shrouded in darkness, the curtains tightly drawn. The relentless media frenzy had forced her to work from home.
Chapter 183351 words
Finn Deross paled instantly, waving his hands frantically. "Misunderstanding! Someone like me could never be connected to such an important figure. There are thousands of people with the surname Deross in Riverdale. If I had those kinds of connections, would I really be scraping by taking contracts on the Dark Web?"
Chapter 184367 words
The night was pitch black. Ethan Roscente's car idled outside Vivian Laurent's apartment building.
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Ethan's Obsession
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The surveillance drone had circled the warehouse for three straight days. Vivian Laurent noted every guard's shift rotation in her notebook, even counting how many times they chewed during meals.
Chapter 187293 words
Three AM. The night was pitch black.
Chapter 188416 words
Finn was thoroughly impressed.
Chapter 189321 words
"Was it you?" Dominic Atlante's voice cut through the phone line like ice.
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Vivian pushed open the door and immediately sensed something unusual in the room.
Chapter 191365 words
Ethan Roscente gazed at Vivian Laurent's exhausted sleeping face, his heart softening.
Chapter 192270 words
Vivian Laurent threw Ethan Roscente's luggage out the door with a cold expression.
Chapter 193342 words
Zero was staring blankly at his computer screen when the communicator emitted a sharp beep.
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Dominic Atlante Makes His Appearance
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Dominic Atlante gave a slight nod.
Chapter 196275 words
"Do I look like a serial killer?" Dominic Atlante narrowed his eyes.
Chapter 197364 words
The private jet cruised smoothly at thirty thousand feet.
Chapter 198265 words
The plane touched down smoothly on the private tarmac. Vivian Laurent stirred awake, rubbing her stiff neck. She realized she'd been moved from her seat to a spacious rest bed.
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Sophia's words were a blatant claim of ownership.
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Vivian Laurent rested her fingertips lightly on Sophia Evans' wrist, listening intently.
Chapter 201355 words
Vivian Laurent's lips curled into a cold smile. The absurdly abnormal test results had exposed Sophia Evans' deception.
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Vivian Laurent crossed her arms, watching Sophia Evans' performance with cold detachment.
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"Why aren't you staying in the ward?" Vivian arched an eyebrow at Ethan, who had followed her out.
Chapter 204266 words
The coastline of Eudora appeared mysteriously beautiful under the overcast sky. Steel-blue waves lapped against golden sands as Vivian Laurent stood by the shore, the sea breeze tousling her hair.
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The downpour raged outside as Vivian Laurent stood at the hotel front desk, her fingertips absently tracing the edge of the keycard.
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Ethan's muscles tensed. His breathing grew shallow.
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The message on Vivian's phone screen made her ears burn.
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Rain poured down in sheets, drumming against the windowpanes with relentless intensity.
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"Just wanted you to see clearly, so Dr. Laurent can't play dumb again."
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Vivian urged Ethan to dry his clothes, only relaxing when she confirmed his coat was completely dry.
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The sea breeze carried a briny scent as Vivian opened her eyes at dawn.
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The plane's engines roared as Vivian Laurent leaned against the window, eyes closed in rest.
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The hospital room smelled of antiseptic.
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Vivian Laurent unlocked her phone, and the photo instantly filled the screen.
Chapter 215396 words
Vivian's fingers tightened slightly around her phone.
Chapter 216374 words
"Don't cry, Theo. Uncle's here."
Chapter 217338 words
Victoria Roscente strode into the restaurant in her stilettos, her gaze instantly locking onto Vivian Laurent by the window.
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"Vivian, I'm begging you." Victoria clenched her fists, her nails digging deep into her palms.
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Victoria Roscente clutched her thighs together, her face pale as she desperately stopped a waiter. "Where's the restroom? Tell me now!"
Chapter 220335 words
Vivian Laurent had been working nonstop lately.
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Patrick Alpinus had encountered someone even he couldn't trace for the first time.
Chapter 222309 words
"What have you been up to lately?" Ethan Roscente's voice came through the phone.
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Vivian Laurent became the center of attention the moment she stepped into the ballroom.
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Vivian Laurent arched an eyebrow as she examined Bianca Semona's gown.
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The banquet hall fell silent as Vivian Laurent's words hung in the air.
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Vivian Laurent tapped her phone screen lightly, capturing Bianca Semona in a quick snapshot.
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Victoria Roscente gently patted Bianca Semona's shoulder.
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The crystal chandelier refracted dazzling light as Victoria Roscente descended the spiral staircase alone.
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Victoria Roscente's words stabbed Vivian Laurent like a sharp blade.
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Ethan Roscente stepped into the courtyard of his family's mansion, immediately greeted by a cacophony of voices.
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"Not a chance!" Victoria Roscente refused without hesitation.
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Vivian Laurent gazed at Victoria Roscente with calm, unreadable eyes.
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Vivian Laurent curled her lips in disdain. "Is this all Maestro Fredette's prized student can do?"
Chapter 234261 words
Victoria Roscente's face flushed crimson instantly.
Chapter 235251 words
Vivian Laurent rose slowly, her fingers lifting from the piano keys.
Chapter 236297 words
Maestro Fredette admitted frankly, "The skill gap is obvious. Victoria is clearly outmatched."
Chapter 237230 words
Victoria Roscente's vision darkened, her knees nearly giving way.
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"Ribbit—" The toad suddenly let out a piercing croak. Victoria Roscente's stomach churned violently.
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"Miss Laurent, the International Piano Association cordially invites you to our tour next month. All expenses will be covered." The voice on the phone brimmed with anticipation.
Chapter 240355 words
Victoria Roscente and Bianca Semona stood side by side on the second-floor balcony.
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"Fine." Vivian agreed without hesitation.
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The ballroom buzzed with elegantly dressed guests clinking glasses.
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Victoria Roscente's legs suddenly gave way as she took a step.
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The door clicked shut silently behind Vivian.
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Bianca Semona stormed up the staircase with a gaggle of socialites, her stilettos hammering against the marble steps like gunfire.
Chapter 246327 words
The air froze instantly.
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The door burst open with a deafening crash.
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Vivian Laurent feigned shock perfectly. "Miss Roscente... surely you don't mean me?"
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Ethan Roscente's voice was low. "I'm not here to accuse you."
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Ethan's Close Protection
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"It's a necessary precaution. We can't afford to wait until something happens."
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The Heart of a Healer
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"Dr. Laurent, are you free for dinner tonight?" Ryan Fairsprene stood at the clinic doorway, several pens tucked into his lab coat pocket.
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Ryan Fairsprene's fingers drummed absently against the tabletop. His heart pounded so hard it threatened to break free from his chest.
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Ryan Fairsprene nervously rubbed his hands together. "Dr. Laurent took care of me during my hospital stay. I feel terribly indebted."
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Ryan Fairsprene's knuckles turned white as he clenched his car keys.
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Vivian's breath was stolen without warning.
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"Master, you're finally back!" Finn Deross bounded toward her like an excited puppy. "I sent you over a dozen messages this afternoon. You didn't reply to any of them."
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The necklace shimmered under the lights as Vivian Laurent's fingertips grazed the cool metal.
Chapter 260239 words
Vivian Laurent narrowed her eyes, a playful smile curling her lips.
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Ethan Roscente tapped his fingers lightly on the desk, his tone calm. "You're right, Uncle. Those who commit evil should pay the price."
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"What exactly do you want?" Ethan Roscente's icy gaze swept over Victor Roscente. "If Victoria feels wronged, she should file a police report."
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Victoria Roscente hadn't left her room for three days.
Chapter 264277 words
Victoria Roscente and Sophia Evans were both scheming, each looking for an opportunity to deal with Vivian.
Chapter 265247 words
Victor Roscente's Scheme
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The scalpel glinted coldly under the sunlight.
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Vivian Laurent was writing a prescription in her consultation room when Ethan Roscente appeared at the door.
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Ethan Roscente stared at his phone screen, his brow furrowed. Vivian Laurent had mentioned having plans tonight—could she be attending that underground gambling event?
Chapter 269295 words
A faint smile curved beneath Vivian Laurent's mask.
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Zero's first action upon boarding the cruise was to meticulously survey the ship's layout.
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"Why bring money?" Vivian arched an eyebrow.
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The crowd instinctively parted to form a pathway.
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The poker table overflowed with chips, each gleaming under the lights. The crowd held their breath as the stakes reached an astronomical sum.
Chapter 274322 words
"Cheating?" Finn Deross looked utterly confused. "I didn't notice anything."
Chapter 275271 words
Finn's knuckles turned white as he clenched his fists.
Chapter 276285 words
Ethan Roscente's heart leaped into his throat.
Chapter 277279 words
"Don't touch me." Vivian Laurent shook off Ethan Roscente's hand.
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Ethan Roscente's lips curved slightly. "No need to say more. Let's wait and see."
Chapter 279316 words
"Is there even a choice? Winner will obviously win!" someone shouted. "That woman only has five million in chips. That's not even pocket change. But hey, easy money—I'm betting on Winner!"
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The gambling table was surrounded by spectators, all eyes fixed on Vivian Laurent's slender fingers.
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The imposter gambler's fingers trembled slightly on the poker table.
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Whispers rippled through the casino.
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"Is this so-called Gambling King just a fraud? Can't even beat a young girl."
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Cold sweat dripped from the impostor Winner's palms.
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"So he was cheating those rounds too?"
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The host of the banquet arrived swiftly with security personnel, restraining the impostor.
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Mr. Golden adjusted his cuffs, preparing to return to the table.
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Ethan Roscente's gaze lingered on Vivian Laurent, ignoring the chips on the table. "Being so generous, Vivian. Are you trying to keep me?"
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Vivian abruptly stopped and turned to face him. "What do you want?"
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Vivian Laurent whispered urgently, "Get out of here. Distract them."
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"Ethan Roscente, have you lost your mind?" Vivian Laurent's pupils constricted sharply. The warmth of his lips against hers left her frozen in shock.
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Vivian Laurent turned to leave.
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Dawn broke as the luxury cruise finally docked.
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"Where exactly are we going?" Vivian arched an eyebrow at Ethan.
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Vivian Laurent lay on her bed, staring blankly at the ceiling.
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Dominic Atlante flicked the ash from his cigarette.
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"Dominic Atlante is ruthless." Lucas Lefèvre lowered his voice. "They say the blood on his hands could dye an entire river red."
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"Vivian, I finally get to see you!" The young girl's eyes sparkled like a cheerful bunny.
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Isabella Langley nodded in satisfaction and followed them into the equestrian grounds.
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Felix Valdemar waved his hand, signaling the staff to bring the horses over.
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Vivian Laurent leaned against the fence, her fingers lightly tapping the railing.
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Vivian Laurent narrowed her eyes at the woman being carried away on a stretcher.
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"Let her ride." A flicker of surprise crossed Ethan Roscente's eyes. He hadn't expected Vivian Laurent to tame Stormchaser.
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Vivian Laurent hadn't galloped so freely in ages. Stormchaser lived up to its name as a prized stallion, its hooves kicking up wind as they raced across the field. She felt like she was flying.
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"Let's go somewhere else. Seeing certain people ruins my appetite." Isabella Langley scoffed, dragging Lucas Lefèvre and Emily Garnache away.
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The Substitute
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Annika jogged to catch up with Zero.
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Finn Deross returned with arms full of lavish gifts.
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Dominic Atlante leaned back on the leather sofa, his long fingers tapping the armrest. "You're overthinking, Miss Laurent. I have no interest in you."
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The first light of dawn crept across the sky as Ethan Roscente's private car glided into the company's underground garage.
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The night had fallen, and the city lights began to glow.
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Ethan Roscente stood at the corridor corner, his hawk-like gaze locked onto the private dining room where Vivian Laurent sat. His long fingers absently traced the cufflinks, knuckles turning white.
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Vivian Laurent stood in the walk-in closet, her fingers trailing over rows of neatly hung garments.
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Ethan Roscente's gaze locked onto the two figures like a hawk.
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Dominic Atlante crossed his arms, a cold smirk playing on his lips. "You've angered her. No wonder you got divorced."
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Finn Deross lounged on the sofa, watching as Vivian Laurent and Dominic Atlante entered one after another. He immediately pouted.
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The first light of dawn filtered through the curtains as Vivian Laurent descended the stairs, massaging her temples.
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Ethan Roscente dialed Simon Eisner's number, his voice icy. "What's Integrity Group been up to lately? I recall they're trying to go legit. Stir up some trouble for them. Make Dominic Atlante crawl back to his turf."
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"Only Dr. Laurent can cure me."
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Vivian Laurent slipped sleeping pills into Ethan Roscente's water.
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Vincent Valrose suppressed the disgust churning in his chest, forcing a fake smile onto his face.
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Vivian Laurent had barely stepped through the Valrose family's front door when Pearl Valrose's shrill voice cut through the air. "Stop right there!"
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Vincent Valrose's face darkened. After a long silence, he finally spoke. "Vivian, I've lived in this room for years. Since when does a father give up his bedroom for his daughter?"
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Pearl Valrose's chest heaved violently. Rage threatened to consume her rationality.
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Vincent Valrose rubbed his hands together with an ingratiating smile. "Vivian, you've already taught Pearl a lesson and got your room back. Surely you're satisfied now?"
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Natalie's eyes reddened as her fingers twisted the hem of her blouse. "Mom, she's definitely after the family fortune."
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"No." Vivian's refusal was firm.
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Ethan Roscente set down his glass with an impassive expression.
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Ethan Roscente gripped his phone, finger hovering over the call button but never pressing it.
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Vivian tapped her fingers lightly on the steering wheel.
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Sophia Sherwood gave a slight nod. "Alright, you take him to the car first."
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Felix pulled out his phone with a grin.
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Sophia Sherwood stood at the entrance of the clubhouse, her fingers absently tracing the edges of her clutch.
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Vivian stood at the entrance of the clubhouse, her fingers absently tracing the car keys.
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Rule One of the Workplace
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Ethan Roscente glanced up at Sophia Sherwood still standing in his office.
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The dinner ended in silence.
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The night was ink-black, the wind biting cold.
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Ethan Roscente leaned against the doorframe.
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Vivian shivered as if a feather had brushed against her heart, sending strange tingles through her body.
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"Finn! Stop right there!"
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"Give me another chance."
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Ethan Roscente opened his eyes to a throbbing pain in his temples.
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Ethan Roscente stared at his phone screen, fingers tapping lightly on the desk.
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Felix Valdemar stood at the restaurant entrance, his fingers unconsciously tightening around his suit cuff.
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Sunlight streamed through the floor-to-ceiling windows of the café. Sophia Sherwood stirred her latte with practiced elegance.
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"You must be joking." Sophia Sherwood scoffed. "Without even a college degree, how could you possibly work at Capital General? That's a top-tier hospital where the minimum requirement is a PhD."
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The restaurant buzzed with tension as Felix Valdemar argued heatedly with Isabella Langley.
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Vivian Laurent pulled out a black-gold card from her bag and flashed it before the waiter.
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The dinner between Felix Valdemar and Sophia Sherwood was tense as a drawn bowstring.
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Isabella Langley clicked back to the private dining room in her high heels, unable to suppress her grin.
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Ethan Roscente was unusually sober today.
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"Vivian, perfect timing. I just invited Mr. Roscente to be our guest, and he's agreed." Vincent Valrose beamed, his eyes crinkling into slits.
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Vivian Laurent couldn't bear to look at those two any longer.
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Vivian Laurent snatched the glass from the table and flung its contents at the man without hesitation.
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A gunshot shattered the night.
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The first light of dawn filtered through the windows as Vivian Laurent stood outside the operating room.
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Endless Troubles
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Ethan Roscente's phone vibrated during the board meeting.
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Sunlight refracted through the café windows. Sophia Sherwood stood in the corner, her nails digging into her palms.
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"Vincent Valrose caused a scene at the hospital?" Ethan Roscente's voice was icy.
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Sophia Sherwood stood before the CEO's office door, her stilettos clicking against the marble floor. Her fingers absently traced the edge of the file in her hands.
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The café door swung shut behind Vivian Laurent as she adjusted her trench coat collar. The police interrogation had gone smoothly, and news of Vincent Valrose's detention for medical harassment lifted her spirits.
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"My physical condition..."
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The queen hurriedly left the room. Vivian Laurent walked slowly toward the wardrobe.
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Fiona Grandelle stared at Vivian Laurent's face, struck by an inexplicable sense of déjà vu.
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The Duchess paced the hallway, her stiletto heels clicking sharply against the marble floor.
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Being Her Role Model
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"Do you have an appointment with Dr. Vivian Laurent? Her schedule is always fully booked."
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Fiona Grandelle's eyelashes fluttered slightly.
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Sophia Evans huddled by the floor-to-ceiling window of her apartment in the Kingdom of Eudora. Her fingers absently traced the screen of her phone. Ever since Victoria Roscente's clumsy scheme had failed, she'd been as jumpy as a startled bird, terrified of angering Ethan Roscente.
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Night had fallen. Ethan Roscente's black Maybach sat parked in front of Vivian Laurent's villa. The entire house was dark, with only the streetlights casting faint golden halos.
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Ethan Roscente watched her leave, a faint smile playing on his lips.
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Natalie Valois stood at the company entrance, her face deathly pale.
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Ethan's Decision
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The news of Ethan Roscente taking over the unfinished building project sent a shiver down Vivian Laurent's spine.
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Vivian Laurent jerked the steering wheel hard.
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Vivian Laurent's pupils contracted as she stared at the man who had suddenly appeared before her.
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Vivian's pupils constricted sharply.
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Sunlight streamed through the window, stinging Natalie's eyes as she awoke.
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Natalie finally quieted down.
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Ethan's Surprise
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The airport terminal buzzed with activity as flight announcements echoed through the speakers.
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Vivian glared coldly at Ethan Roscente.
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Ethan's Meticulous Scheme
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Fiona Grandelle tightened her grip on the suitcase handle and took a deep breath outside Vivian Laurent's house. This was her first time traveling abroad alone, and her first time actively seeking help.
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Ethan Roscente had been in a foul mood lately.
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Sophia's fingers trembled slightly. Ethan's words were clearly a warning—if she dared lay a finger on Vivian, he wouldn't let it slide.
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Ethan Roscente walked away without looking back, his retreating figure resolute.
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Sophia Evans stood at the villa's entrance, her manicured finger pressing the doorbell.
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Emily Garnache set down her makeup brush, admiring her handiwork with satisfaction. The intricate demon makeup perfectly concealed the scars on Fiona Grandelle's face, leaving only a playful charm.
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Fiona's fingers trembled slightly as she finally gathered the courage to ask the cosplayer for a photo together.
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The roar of an engine approached from the distance.
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Ethan Roscente leaned back on the leather sofa, his long fingers tapping the armrest rhythmically.
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"I'm sorry, ma'am. All our private dining rooms are fully booked." The waiter maintained his professional smile.
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Sophia Evans' fan bit her lip nervously, fingers twisting the edge of her apron.
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The waiter handed over the phone. The screen displayed a photo of Vivian Laurent and Fiona Grandelle together.
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Emily Garnache hummed cheerfully as she packed her suitcases. Both large bags were stuffed to the brim. She kept checking her phone for travel guides about the Kingdom of Eudora.
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The boarding announcement echoed through the VIP lounge where Vivian Laurent and her companions were enjoying tea.
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"What brings you to Eudora?" Ethan Roscente turned his head to ask.
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"Oh my God! That face..."
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Vivian Laurent seized Fiona Grandelle's wrist with sudden force.
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Sophia Evans' cheek burned with searing pain, her ears ringing. Her eyes widened in disbelief.
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Sophia Evans clenched her fists, her nails digging deep into her palms. "That's a blatant lie! She was the one who didn't hold it steady. Why pin it on me? I don't even know that passenger—why would I spill anything on her?" Her voice was shrill, but her eyes darted nervously.
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The cabin lights glowed dimly as Sophia Evans' scream shattered the silence.
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Ethan Roscente frowned at the unconscious Fiona Grandelle, his slender fingers tapping the armrest.
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Ethan Roscente tactfully excused himself.
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"What's your name?" Fiona Grandelle stared at her reflection in the mirror.
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Emily Garnache reached out with concern, her fingers hovering near Fiona Grandelle's face. "Does it still hurt? Should we apply something?"
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Sophia Evans had just put on her face mask when a strange noise came from the living room.
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Sophia Evans knelt on the floor, tears streaming down her cheeks.
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Sophia's face turned deathly pale as she lunged for the phone. "Ethan! Don't touch that!"
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"Let her apologize first. We'll see how Fiona reacts."
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Ethan Roscente heard Theo Evans' heart-wrenching sobs before he even reached Sophia Evans' residence.
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"Ethan Roscente, what gives you the right to take Theo away?" Sophia Evans shrieked hysterically.
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Vivian Laurent spoke coldly, "I'll make her kneel and apologize to you. Name your terms."
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"What do you want?" Sophia Evans lifted her chin, her eyes filled with disdain.
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Sophia Evans' breathing grew ragged.
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Emily Garnache peeked out from the room only after Killer had left.
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Emily Garnache's eyes widened in shock, nearly dropping her phone.
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Sophia Evans had just stepped out of the hospital when several men in black suits forced her into a waiting car.
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Sophia Evans's pleas for mercy echoed through the empty room.
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Fiona Grandelle had been submerged in darkness for a long time.
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Ethan Roscente tapped the table with his slender fingers. "The Roscente Group has deep collaborations with the royal family in Eudora."
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"Sophia Evans appearing on that flight was pure coincidence."
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Vivian Laurent returned to her residence and stayed awake all night.
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"Theo?" Ethan Roscente crouched down to meet the child's eye level.
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"How did you get here?"
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Ethan Roscente leaned against the doorframe, his fingers tapping lightly on the wooden panel. "Got a minute? Need to talk."
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"I'm not leaving."
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Sophia Evans opened her eyes on the cold hospital bed.
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"Mommy!" Theo's cheerful voice came through the phone.
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Sunlight spilled across the powdery white sand as Ethan Roscente strolled beside Vivian Laurent.
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Ethan Roscente's phone rang urgently the moment he left the island.
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Theo nodded vigorously, finally soothed. His tiny fingers clung to Ethan's sleeve.
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"Mommy isn't back yet. Theo needs to wait a little longer." Ethan Roscente crouched down and ruffled the boy's hair.
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Ethan Roscente looked down at Sophia Evans with cold dominance.
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Vivian Laurent sat by Fiona Grandelle's bedside, speaking in soft tones.
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Emily Garnache's eyes widened, her teacup nearly slipping from her grasp.
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"Congratulations, Your Highness. You're four weeks pregnant."
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The Queen's fingers dug deep into her palms, leaving crescent-shaped marks on her skin.
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The sea breeze brushed through Vivian's hair.
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Vivian Laurent settled onto the beach, her weight creating a small depression in the soft sand.
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The distant sound of waves made Vivian toss restlessly in bed.
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Ethan Roscente swirled the amber liquid in his glass, the moonlight catching its golden hues.
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Night deepened after rounds of drinks.
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"Never again." Ethan Roscente's voice was low, thick with barely concealed remorse.
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Ethan Roscente's self-control was crumbling.
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Vivian's Initiative
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Vivian Laurent teetered on the edge of climax.
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Vivian Laurent opened her eyes, her mind completely blank.
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Vivian Laurent lay powerless beneath Ethan Roscente's crushing weight.
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Morning light filtered through the sheer curtains, casting a soft glow across the room. Ethan Roscente propped himself up on one elbow, gazing at Vivian Laurent asleep in his arms.
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Emily Garnache pushed open the door to find Vivian Laurent staring blankly out the window.
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Ethan Roscente had planned to visit Vivian Laurent the next day. But he changed his mind at the last minute, bringing Theo Evans to Sophia Evans' residence instead.
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Ethan Roscente texted that he couldn't reach the island.
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A post suddenly surfaced on the forum, claiming Sophia Evans might have a love child.
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Zero's fingers traced the phone screen absently. Complex emotions swirled in his eyes.
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"Who issued the contract?" Vivian tapped her fingers against the desk.
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After their conversation, Vivian Laurent led Ryan Fairsprene to Fiona Grandelle's residence.
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The operating room equipment had been personally selected by Queen Eleanor. Vivian Laurent inspected each piece meticulously, confirming everything was in order.
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Sophia Evans gripped Theo's small hand tightly, her sunglasses hiding her eyes.
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"I'm not a bastard! Mommy, I'm not!" Theo burst into tears, terrified by Sophia's harsh words.
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Ethan Roscente remained silent throughout the ride, his oppressive aura suffocating the car's interior. Neon lights from outside flickered across his tense jawline, casting sharp shadows.
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The operating room lights dimmed as Vivian's fingertips trembled slightly.
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Vivian's fingers trembled slightly as she tapped open the trending topic.
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The night was pitch black. Sophia Evans paced restlessly through the mansion.
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Vivian stood under the dim corridor lights, her nails digging deep into her palms.
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"No explanations needed, Ethan Roscente."
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Theo's eyelids grew heavy as he drifted into sleep in Ethan's warm embrace.
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Ethan Roscente's gaze was as sharp as a blade, piercing straight through Sophia Evans.
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Theo's face was flushed from crying, his tiny hands clutching desperately at Ethan Roscente's sleeve. "Uncle Ethan, don't make us leave... Will you be my daddy?"
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"Since it's nothing, let me see."
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Ethan Roscente stood by the floor-to-ceiling window in the palace corridor, a cigarette burning down to its filter between his fingers. He glanced at his watch. Three hours until dawn.
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"She's...here."
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The strobe lights pulsed hypnotically at the center of the dance floor.
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A faint scratching sound came from the glass window.
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Felix pointed at her sharply. "You..."
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Ethan Roscente tossed and turned in the Kingdom of Eudora.
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Vivian Laurent had vanished.
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Finn tapped his phone screen lightly. The social media post went live instantly.
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"Careful of what?" Vivian Laurent glanced around the empty corridor where only she and Dominic Atlante stood.
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Don't Block My Dating Game
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"Felix Valdemar? Haven't heard from him in ages."
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Vivian remained silent.
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Zero's unusual behavior alarmed the highest echelons of DarkKingdom.
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Morning sunlight streamed through the hospital corridor as Vivian Laurent walked briskly into the General Surgery Department office.
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The operating room lights finally dimmed.
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The operating room lights finally dimmed.
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"It's time to rest. It's late." Ethan Roscente glanced at his watch.
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Ethan Roscente stared coldly at Sophia Sherwood.
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"You can go, but you must be accompanied." Ethan Roscente's voice carried undisputed authority through the phone.
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"Theo, you should drink it." Little Theo stood on tiptoe, holding up a cup of bubble tea with his tiny hands.
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The hospital corridor lights glared harshly.
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Theo couldn't stop smiling all day after meeting Vivian.
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Vivian Laurent woke up naturally.
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Vivian's heart clenched.
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"What's wrong?" Vivian Laurent looked up as Isabella Langley suddenly leaned in closer.
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Vivian Laurent stood in the hospital corridor, sunlight streaming through the glass windows and casting a warm glow on her lab coat.
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"How is Fiona's recovery progressing?" Vivian rubbed her temples. Her packed surgery schedule had left her no time to check in.
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Theo Evans bounced excitedly into the car.
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Vivian's fingers tightened around the steering wheel.
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The plane descended over the isolated island when Vivian Laurent first noticed the barbed wire perimeter.
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Night Rescue
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The alarm shattered the night.
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The cabin lights flickered erratically.
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Isabella Langley grabbed Vivian Laurent's wrist.
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Nathan frowned at Vivian's bandaged wrist.
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"Alright." Vivian agreed readily.
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"No." Vivian Laurent tried to pull her hand away forcefully.
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The hospital room reeked of antiseptic.
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Liam's pale fingers clutched the bedsheet edge. His voice was feather-light. "Shadow, has the Dark Web contract been issued?"
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Isabella Langley felt fury surge through her veins the moment she laid eyes on Ethan Roscente's face.
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Sunlight streamed through the window at the end of the corridor. Ethan Roscente stood at the edge of light and shadow, his gaze soft as he watched Vivian Laurent.
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Ethan Roscente was about to speak.
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The Little Spy
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"Are you free now, sis?"
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"Patrick, the Dark Web really got what they deserved this time." Ethan Roscente's voice dripped with schadenfreude.
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Twilight descended as Ethan Roscente closed his files precisely on time. He took Theo's chubby little hand.
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"File a complaint if you want. Get out now." Vivian Laurent's icy gaze swept over Sophia Sherwood, not even granting her a second glance.
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"Oh?" Vivian's smile froze on her lips.
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Hot water cascaded over Vivian's skin as she stepped out of the shower. She dried herself and slipped into her pajamas.
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The night was deep and silent. Ethan Roscente stood motionless, afraid to disturb the figure before him.
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"Eth—" Vivian's protest was silenced as Ethan's lips captured hers.
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Morning sunlight filtered through the curtains as Vivian Laurent finally stirred awake.
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Isabella Langley reclined on the sofa, her fingertips lightly tapping the edge of her laptop.
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Felix Valdemar lounged lazily on the sofa. "Patrick rarely comes back. We should show him a good time."
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Within just one month, Vivian Laurent's body swelled drastically. Pus-filled boils erupted across her face, far more severe than ordinary acne.
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Ethan Roscente set down his coffee cup with a sharp clink against the glass table.
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Zero was the first to look away.
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"Having children is indeed troublesome," Isabella Langley swirled her wine glass. "But I plan to skip marriage and just find a high-quality sperm donor. It'd be a waste not to pass on my excellent genes. You should consider it too, Vivian."
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"Let's go." Vivian Laurent gripped Isabella Langley's wrist and strode away.
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"What are you looking at?" Felix Valdemar followed Blake Roland's gaze, which had landed on Isabella Langley.
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Ethan Roscente's gaze locked onto Vivian Laurent.
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Vivian was about to text Isabella that she would leave first.
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Sophia Sherwood held her wine glass with a saccharine smile.
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The bar was bathed in dim, flickering lights with deafening music pounding through the air.
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You've Misjudged Me
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"You've got it wrong. We're just colleagues," Ethan Roscente explained, suddenly smirking. "That tone of yours... are you jealous?"
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Vivian grabbed Ethan's sleeve. "Don't go. That unreliable uncle of yours seems to have already left."
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Throwing Up Again
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Sophia Sherwood clenched her fists, her nails digging deep into her palms. She had never suffered such humiliation before. The wine stains covering her dress made her want to disappear.
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"Isabella Langley, who the hell are you insulting?"
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The dance floor pulsed with hypnotic lights as Isabella Langley swayed in her stilettos to the rhythm. She'd just finished a sizzling tango with a handsome mixed-race stranger.
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Sophia Sherwood Gets Fired
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Vivian Laurent felt genuine joy witnessing Fiona Grandelle's transformation.
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"I'll handle this assignment." Isabella Langley readily accepted the task.
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The black sedan slowly pulled away. Ethan Roscente gazed through the window at the shrinking figure.
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"Mr. Roscente, what a pleasant surprise!" Oscar Valence greeted warmly. "I didn't expect to see you at this gala."
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Ethan Roscente raised his wine glass but paused before taking a sip.
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"I don't understand what you're talking about." Vivian Laurent pressed herself into the corner of the restroom, her heart pounding like a drum. She knew it was only a matter of time before she was discovered—she needed to escape quickly.
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Ethan Roscente seized Vivian Laurent's wrist.
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The chandeliers of Oscar Valence's estate glittered like captured stars. Vivian Laurent glided through the crowd on Ethan Roscente's arm, her champagne-colored gown scattering diamond-like reflections across the ballroom.
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"Vivian, I love you."
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Ethan Roscente practically shoved Vivian Laurent into the car.
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The night was pitch black, with neon lights flickering at the hotel entrance.
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Vivian Laurent returned to the hotel carrying sanitary pads and painkillers.
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"Take it away!"
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Ethan Roscente had just stepped toward the bathroom when Vivian Laurent blocked his path.
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The first light of dawn painted the sky when Ethan Roscente arrived at Vivian Laurent's door, takeout breakfast steaming in his hand.
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The mission proved far more dangerous than anticipated.
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Vivian clutched the medical report and prescription bag tightly as she strode out of the hospital entrance.
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Vivian's fingers trembled slightly as she whispered, barely audible: "Ethan Roscente..."
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Vivian Laurent jolted awake, her nightgown damp with cold sweat.
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Ethan Roscente had barely stepped into the living room when a gleaming kitchen knife came flying toward him.
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Vivian Laurent had been recuperating at home for an entire week. That morning, sunlight filtered through the sheer curtains into the living room when Theo Evans appeared at the doorway carrying multiple bags.
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Concentrated sulfuric acid glistened ominously under the sunlight.
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"You're lying!" Sophia Sherwood screamed hysterically.
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"Go ahead and report me. If you're not afraid, why should I be?"
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Vivian Laurent stepped out of the police station, with Ethan Roscente close behind.
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"Felix, please help me. For old times' sake."
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"That's not what I meant."
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"Isabella Langley, you're spreading rumors about me again!"
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Vivian adjusted the collar of her lab coat.
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Sophia Sherwood's attempted homicide case was closed as an incomplete offense. Since the victim remained unharmed, she was released after just seven days in detention.
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Sophia Sherwood's Demise
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A Puzzling Case
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Detective Chen's gaze settled on Vivian Laurent. The target of Sophia Sherwood's hired killer was obvious.
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"Alright." Liam responded curtly.
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"Murder and arson are strictly prohibited here."
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Annika's fingers trembled slightly.
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"If she didn't attempt suicide at the police station, why would she suddenly do it at home?" Felix Valdemar frowned.
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The mall buzzed with activity, but Vivian Laurent felt ice-cold.
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Vivian paused after speaking.
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The butler was about to speak when Theo impatiently interrupted. "Let me do it!"
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Vivian Laurent walked ahead without looking back, leaving Ethan Roscente behind.
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"No fingerprints were found on the knife." Vivian Laurent tapped the desk lightly. "Ordinary people committing crimes of passion wouldn't remember to wipe prints."
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"You're overthinking it," Vivian Laurent said calmly.
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Annika widened her eyes in feigned surprise. "Oh my! Aren't you that lady from the mall? I had no idea you were a doctor."
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Vivian Laurent studied the unfamiliar girl before her, her brow slightly furrowed.
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Vivian Laurent finished paying and returned to her seat.
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Vivian Laurent had been feeling off lately.
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Vivian set down her chopsticks and met Liam's gaze directly.
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Vivian Laurent was flipping through a magazine on the couch when Isabella Langley's text popped up. Her eyes lit up as she immediately replied, "Sounds great."
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Ethan Roscente frowned slightly.
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Sunlight streamed through the glass dome of the shopping mall. Vivian Laurent walked side by side with Isabella Langley through the bustling crowd.
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Vivian Laurent froze mid-turn, her pupils contracting sharply.
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Vivian's footsteps halted in the mall corridor.
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"They promised me an explanation," Vivian murmured softly.
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Vivian Laurent's heart ached as she looked at the obedient little boy before her.
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Ethan Roscente's gaze lingered on Vivian Laurent's face, waiting for her to state her terms.
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Vivian Laurent held Theo Evans' hand as they entered the mall with Isabella Langley.
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Vivian's eyes turned icy cold.
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A sharp slap echoed through the hallway.
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Victoria Roscente staggered back half a step under Vivian Laurent's piercing glare.
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"So what if I hit Theo? He deserved it for biting me!"
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Vivian Laurent had just stepped through the hospital doors when Dr. Lee from the cardiology department intercepted her.
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Wasn't Vivian Laurent a fashion designer? At Victoria Roscente's high tea party, she had proudly introduced herself as the founder of AN Atelier while playing Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No.3 flawlessly.
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Vivian Laurent stared blankly at the flatline on the ECG monitor beneath the surgical lights.
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Vivian Laurent tapped her fingers lightly on the desk. Something felt off—the patient's condition had deteriorated too rapidly. It defied medical logic.
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"The hospital will form an investigative committee to thoroughly examine this matter. The police have also been notified."
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The autopsy report showed no toxic substances in the deceased's body.
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Victoria Roscente's phone screen lit up with Bianca Semona's incoming call. They had just spoken yesterday after her father's successful surgery.
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Bianca Semona remained silent while Victoria Roscente pressed on aggressively.
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"This is a hospital, not your playground." Ethan Roscente's voice was glacial. "Disperse within three minutes or face the consequences from Roscente Group's legal team."
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"What's going on?" Vivian Laurent barely had time to react before Liam Valdemar appeared in front of her.
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"Ethan, the child is watching!" Vivian pushed against his solid chest with all her strength, but he didn't budge an inch.
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Vivian spun around sharply, her stilettos clicking against the marble floor.
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Vivian Laurent had just pushed open the door to the private dining room when she heard Isabella Langley's furious voice.
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Finn Deross slammed his fist on the table. "How can someone be so shamelessly brazen?"
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Vivian Laurent's medical expertise had long been widely recognized.
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Bianca Semona lunged at Vivian Laurent.
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Vivian Laurent gripped the steering wheel as she dialed Nathan Clementson's number.
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"It's her!" Bianca Semona pointed at Vivian Laurent on stage, her shrill voice cutting through the air. "She operated on my father last week, and now he's dead. And my mother too—all because of her!"
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The hospital morgue was icy cold.
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Bianca Semona stood at the rooftop's edge, the cold wind tangling her hair.
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Bianca Semona stared at Annika Heilbronn's retreating figure, clutching the slip of paper with the phone number between her fingertips.
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Isabella stirred the sugar cube in her coffee cup.
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Ethan Roscente stood in the hospital lobby, his brow furrowed. He repeatedly questioned the front desk nurse about Vivian Laurent's whereabouts, only to receive polite but firm refusals.
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"Why should I show you?" Vivian clutched her medical records tightly to her chest.
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Sunlight streamed through the floor-to-ceiling windows as Vivian Laurent sat on the sofa scrolling through property listings on her tablet.
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Lucas Lefèvre's hurried departure left Finn Deross scratching his head in frustration.
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"The sun is too strong out here. Let's go inside." Vivian Laurent shielded her eyes from the glaring sunlight.
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Sunlight streamed through the car window, illuminating Fiona Grandelle's delicate profile.
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Worlds Apart
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The hospital corridor lights were harsh. Vivian Laurent and Fiona Grandelle sat on a bench, waiting for Ryan Fairsprene to finish his last surgery.
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The black Maybach glided into the mall's underground parking garage.
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Sunlight spilled across the marble floors of the shopping mall, reflecting blinding glares.
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"Ah!" Bianca Semona suddenly screamed.
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"Someone's been murdered! Call an ambulance!" A shrill scream shattered the mall's tranquility.
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Vivian Laurent's lips curved slightly. "She's not unconscious at all. It's all an act."
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Vivian Laurent knelt on one knee, supporting the limp Bianca Semona.
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Vivian stared at him. "Do you know what's in this cup?"
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Bianca Semona's face turned deathly pale as she glared at Vivian Laurent.
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"Move aside!" Bianca Semona shrieked hysterically. The crowd recoiled at her frenzied appearance.
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Ethan Roscente tactfully excused himself, leaving the three women to their conversation.
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Bianca Semona didn't show up, but an unexpected guest arrived—Liam Valdemar.
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Felix Valdemar lounged lazily on the sofa, fingers drumming against the armrest. "Just the two of us at the hot springs? That sounds... awkward."
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Felix Valdemar's gaze locked onto Isabella Langley. He'd always thought her intimidating, but never imagined her swimsuit would reveal such a stunning figure.
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Steam swirled in the hot spring pool. Felix Valdemar's frown deepened after hearing Blake Roland's words.
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"I can't be bothered with you!" Isabella Langley turned on her heel and walked away.
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"I don't need it." Annika Heilbronn refused coldly.
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"This isn't about preference." Vivian sighed softly. "Liam, we live in a society governed by law, not the DarkKingdom. Everyone has the right to choose their own path."
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Liam's words acted like a key, unlocking long-buried memories in Vivian's mind.
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Vivian's breath hitched.
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Vivian's figure vanished down the hallway, her hurried footsteps resembling a frantic escape.
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Liam never expected Ethan to move so swiftly. The crushing punch left his cheek burning. Refusing to back down, he retaliated with a sharp counterattack. Within seconds, the two grown men were locked in a brutal brawl.
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Vivian retrieved two tubes of ointment from the medical kit and handed one to Liam.
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"I'm going back to my room." Vivian finished bandaging Ethan's wound and turned to leave without another word.
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Ethan Roscente's lips sealed over Vivian Laurent's in a possessive kiss.
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Ethan's assault came like a tempest, leaving Vivian dizzy and disoriented.
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Every muscle in her body ached as if she'd been run over by a truck.
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Vivian Laurent shoved against Ethan Roscente's chest with all her strength.
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Zero spotted Vivian's absence from a distance and strode over. "Why isn't Vivian joining us for breakfast?"
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Vivian Laurent spent three days at the Alpine Resort without even stepping into the hot springs once.
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Sunlight streamed through the gap in the curtains, casting golden streaks across the room. Fiona Grandelle curled up on the sofa, her fingers unconsciously twisting the hem of her dress.
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Vivian Laurent closed the medical chart in her hands and looked up at Ryan Fairsprene. "Fiona doesn't have many friends in Canada. You should check on her."
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Vivian Laurent deliberately took several extra turns around the garden, giving Fiona Grandelle ample alone time.
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Morning light filtered through the gap in the curtains.
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Ryan Fairsprene stared at Fiona Grandelle's face in a daze.
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Ryan Fairsprene frowned deeply. "There's nothing between Vivian and me."
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Fiona's Farewell
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Ryan Fairsprene gave a bitter smile. "Does it matter if I'm willing or not? Dr. Laurent, I'm just an ordinary man."
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Ethan Roscente narrowed his eyes as tension thickened the air.
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Ethan Roscente set down his coffee cup with an indifferent gaze. "Your approval means nothing to me."
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Ethan Roscente stood by the floor-to-ceiling window, his knuckles turning white.
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"Sleep with him in your arms," Vivian said coldly.
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The hallway was deathly silent.
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Vivian shoved Ethan away violently.
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Vivian Laurent couldn't even bother to glance at him.
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"Vivian, I just received Mother's prenatal report." Fiona's voice trembled noticeably. "The doctor detected fetal abnormalities and recommended terminating the pregnancy. But Mother—"
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Vivian Laurent stared at the medical report, her fingertips trembling slightly.
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"The second option is immediate intrauterine surgery to correct the fetal abnormality. This would allow the baby to develop normally afterward."
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Theo tilted his little face upward and said in a childish voice, "My name is Theodore Evans!"
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The crimson wine swirled in the glass as Liam's slender fingers traced its rim.
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Annika Heilbronn accepted the mission without hesitation. This was the opportunity she'd been dreaming of.
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"What's so funny?" Vivian turned her head toward the driver's seat.
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Vivian eyed Ethan Roscente with suspicion, convinced he was lying.
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Ethan Roscente crouched down to meet Theo Evans at eye level. "Be good, Theo. Your mother has important matters to attend to recently."
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The examination lasted three full hours.
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Vivian Laurent had just finished her examination when she looked up to see Ethan Roscente standing at the end of the hallway.
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The heavily guarded government residence in the Kingdom of Eudora shimmered under the cold glow of crystal chandeliers.
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Annika slammed a stack of photos onto the table.
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A cold smirk played on Annika Heilbronn's lips as her gaze swept over Sophia Evans' face.
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"As an obstetrician, I strongly recommend terminating this pregnancy."
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Sunlight streamed through the operating room windows but failed to dispel the heavy tension in the air.
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"The surgery was almost successful until you bumped into Dr. Laurent's arm!" A nurse couldn't help speaking up.
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The fragile vital signs of the fetus flickered on the monitor.
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"You've mistaken me for someone else." Vivian Laurent's expression remained impassive.
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Vivian Laurent leaned back on the sofa, closing her eyes in exhaustion. She had just completed two surgeries without a moment's rest.
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"Oh my god! Dr. Luna is actually Vivian Laurent!" The medical school forum exploded with activity.
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Vivian Laurent pushed open the hospital room door to find several doctors still gathered around Queen Eleanor's bedside.
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Ethan sent Theo a voice message, reminding the boy to get some rest.
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"It's my first time cooking. Might not taste great."
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Ethan Roscente's hands trembled violently.
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Vivian Laurent whispered softly, "Theo is strong. He'll pull through. I'll use everything I've learned to save him."
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"The family donor has higher compatibility." The doctor adjusted his glasses. "We must act immediately."
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Ethan's fingernails dug deep into his palms.
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The clock in the operating room ticked relentlessly.
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The operating room lights finally dimmed.
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Sudden Crisis
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The nurses exchanged uneasy glances, none daring to make any promises.
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Ethan Roscente's fingers tightened around Sophia Evans's slender neck, veins bulging across his hands.
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Ethan Roscente glared coldly at the deranged woman before him.
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"Dr. Laurent!" The head nurse burst into the office just as Vivian was removing her lab coat.
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"Something feels off about Dr. Laurent's physical condition. Can we schedule a full examination?" Ethan Roscente's brow furrowed with concern. "If it's just exhaustion, that's manageable. But we need to rule out other possibilities."
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Ethan Roscente's fingers trembled slightly.
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"My throat hurts." Vivian frowned, her voice hoarse.
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"We still don't know when that woman appeared by his side. I've sent people to investigate, but the trail went cold."
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"Just a short nap." Ethan Roscente murmured as he pulled back the covers and drew Vivian Laurent into his embrace.
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The ICU lights glared harshly under the sterile ceiling.
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"Vivian Laurent is nothing but a fraud!" A post exploded on Eudora's late-night forums. "She's impersonating Dr. Luna to cover up killing her patient! That poor soul died under her so-called 'treatment'!"
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The ICU lights glared harshly white.
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Vivian Laurent's fingers tingled as she unlocked her phone, instantly bombarded by a flood of notifications.
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"How was the Queen's surgery? I've been texting you for days with no response. What kept you so busy?" Isabella Langley's voice came through the phone.
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Morning light filtered through the hospital curtains as Ethan Roscente and Vivian Laurent finished their breakfast.
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Theo's eyes were red-rimmed, his small hands clutching the blanket tightly.
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"Sophia Evans is insane!" Ethan Roscente's knuckles turned white.
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Blood for Blood
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Ethan Roscente watched Sophia Evans' performance with cold detachment, his eyes devoid of emotion.
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Vivian Laurent turned and met Ethan Roscente's burning gaze.
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Zoe Chamberlain fled from the media frenzy, beads of sweat glistening on her forehead.
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Zoe Chamberlain's wrist ached from the crushing grip. Annika Heilbronn's eyes gleamed like venomous snakes.
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"That won't do. You're Night, so I'll call you Night." Madeline Delmonico stubbornly insisted on the title.
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The doorbell rang as Zoe Chamberlain paced anxiously across the living room.
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Vivian Laurent never expected the impostor would dare continue practicing medicine.
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Unpleasant Parting
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The call ended abruptly.
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The battle between Vivian Laurent and Zoe Chamberlain over the true identity of Dr. Luna intensified. Every time Vivian presented evidence, Zoe would immediately counter with fabricated proofs of her own.
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Madeline Delmonico had been restless lately.
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"Theo!"
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Vivian pulled Ethan out of the hospital room and shut the door behind them.
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Vivian's ears flushed pink as she turned her face away. "I don't need your care."
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Vivian Laurent finished her last prenatal checkup in the examination room. She adjusted her clothes and gently caressed her rounded belly, a soft smile unconsciously curving her lips.
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Ethan Roscente's trust in Sophia Evans had long vanished.
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Vivian Laurent pulled on gloves and bent over Sophia Evans' lifeless body.
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Vivian tacitly approved Ethan's actions.
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The name sent a chill down Vivian Laurent's spine.
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Sophia Evans' death remained shrouded in mystery.
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Theo bit his lip and nodded, his eyes rimmed red. He understood the finality of death, yet couldn't reconcile how someone who'd been his "mother" for years could vanish just like that.
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"The plane is too crowded."
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Undercurrents
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"Did you miss me that much after just a few days apart?" Vivian's lips curved with amusement, her tone light.
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The Sole Survivor
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"Doctor! This child won't stop bleeding!" A panicked voice rose from the crowd.
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Zoe Chamberlain had been waiting in the laboratory for quite some time.
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Zoe Chamberlain's fingers paused over the glowing comments praising her as she scrolled through her phone.
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The hospital staff exchanged uneasy glances.
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Beads of sweat glistened on Vivian Laurent's forehead as she stood over the operating table.
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Ethan Roscente's deep voice murmured near her ear. "Felix has gone to take care of Theo. I've sent extra security there."
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The rescue site remained bustling with activity.
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Vivian Laurent strode into the hall, strands of hair tousled across her forehead.
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"The family gave up on treatment long ago, didn't they?" The chief physician adjusted his glasses.
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"Oh my god! That voice is absolutely dreamy!"
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The operating room lights glared with sterile intensity.
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Under the surgical lights, Vivian Laurent gave a slight nod.
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Ethan Roscente handed the phone back to Vivian Laurent.
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Vivian's fingers tightened around Ethan's phone. "How did you recognize it was me?"
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The live stream chat exploded instantly.
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The operating room blazed with sterile light.
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Zoe Chamberlain studied Annika Heilbronn carefully.
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A light drizzle fell as Vivian Laurent stepped out of the hospital entrance.
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The little girl's sobs echoed through the ICU.
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The apartment was silent in the dead of night. Zoe Chamberlain sat motionless before her computer screen.
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"Call the police? Perfect. Let them decide who belongs behind bars."
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Vivian stood at Zoe's doorstep, her fingertips turning cold.
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Zoe Chamberlain slammed the door shut with force, deciding to call a locksmith first thing tomorrow.
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Zoe Chamberlain huddled in the corner, her nails digging deep into her palms.
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Vivian Laurent awoke with a suffocating weight on her chest.
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Zoe Chamberlain's fingers trembled slightly, but she forced herself to straighten her posture.
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Ethan Roscente pushed open the door to find Vivian Laurent standing alone by the floor-to-ceiling window, lost in thought.
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"Don't ask how I got here." Annika Heilbronn lounged on the sofa, twirling Victoria Roscente's limited-edition lipstick between her fingers. "I just find you two... fascinating."
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Bianca Semona suddenly dropped to her knees before Vivian Laurent, tears streaming down her face. "Vivian, you've already taken my parents' lives. Why won't you spare this worthless existence of mine? I know you wield immense power—bloodstained hands mean nothing to someone above the law. I only beg to live in obscurity..."
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Vivian's words struck Bianca like a sledgehammer.
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"Sophia Evans? She failed her mission and tried to betray me. She got what she deserved." Annika Heilbronn's voice was soft as silk, yet chilling to the bone.
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Victoria Roscente's fingers clenched tightly around the hem of her dress.
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Victor Roscente's murky eyes gleamed with greed.
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Victoria Roscente locked eyes with her father Victor Roscente.
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Ethan's fingers tightened around his phone.
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Vivian Laurent mentally reviewed all recent events.
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Morning sunlight filtered through the curtains.
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Vivian Laurent tapped her fingers lightly on the desk. "Lying to you brings me no benefit. I just want to warn you not to be fooled by Zoe Chamberlain."
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"I didn't..." Madeline Delmonico denied vehemently.
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"You can have this medication tested at any accredited lab."
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"If I don't take this medicine, my headache..."
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Vivian Laurent visited more victims.
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Isabella Langley curled her lips in a cold smirk. "Open your eyes and take a good look."
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Felix completely missed that Isabella was referring to Ethan, thinking she was targeting him instead.
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Ethan Roscente held Theo Evans' hand as they stepped out of the office, heading to complete the hospitalization paperwork.
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"She comes from a prestigious medical family. How could she use drugs to control patients? It's a complete violation of medical ethics!"
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"Not free for dinner tonight either?" Liam's voice was low.
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Sunlight streamed through the hospital curtains as Vivian Laurent walked beside Ethan Roscente after breakfast. Concerned about Theo, she detoured to the pediatric ward.
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"Have you lost your mind? Talking about such things in front of a child!"
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Ethan Roscente bent down and effortlessly gathered Vivian Laurent into his arms.
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The little girl wiped her tears, staring at the boy half a head shorter than her.
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Annika's icy voice crackled through the phone. "Crushing your entire family would be as easy as stepping on ants. If you want to die, be my guest."
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Zoe Chamberlain forced a faint smile. "Perhaps I haven't been sleeping well lately."
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Annika Heilbronn's lips curled into a cold smile as she patiently waited for her prey to take the bait.
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Zoe Chamberlain let out a cold laugh. "You dare touch me? Then you're finished too. Besides, coming after me is pointless."
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"Madeline Delmonico, we need your help to lure out the mastermind behind Zoe Chamberlain."
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Vivian Laurent's schedule was packed.
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Madeline Delmonico paced anxiously across the living room.
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Madeline Delmonico's chest heaved violently, her nails digging deep into her palms.
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Vivian Laurent reassured her, "Don't panic yet. I'll get to the bottom of this."
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Isabella racked her brain but couldn't recall the name of that apprentice.
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The pieces were falling into place.
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Dawn had barely broken when Vivian Laurent arrived at the Delmonico residence with Bianca Semona in tow.
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The scalpel gleamed coldly under the surgical lights.
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"Why do you hate me?"
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The bullet whizzed past Vivian Laurent's temple.
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"She can't touch you for now." Vivian Laurent's tone was firm.
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The recording detonated across the internet like a bomb.
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Public opinion shifted overnight.
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Annika Heilbronn's wrists were cuffed to the chair, her eyes burning with hatred.
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"Did you truly know nothing about Annika's crimes?"
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Vivian Laurent tapped her fingers lightly on the desk, her gaze sharp as a blade. "Weren't you boasting about taking my life? Now that your master is here, why don't you seize the opportunity?"
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Vivian gave a slight nod, signaling Isabella to take Annika away.
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"We don't need thanks between strangers." Vivian's voice was calm.
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"Interested?"
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"I was just worried about you. The online backlash is overwhelming. I feared it might be too much for you to handle."
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The phone screen lit up with Vivian Laurent's name flashing accusingly.
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Vivian chose the Starbucks below Zoe's apartment building.
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Zoe Chamberlain stared at the photo on her phone screen, her fingertips trembling slightly.
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Zoe Chamberlain stared at Vivian Laurent with turbulent emotions swirling in her eyes.
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Zoe Chamberlain stared at her phone screen, fingers trembling slightly.
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"Zoe Chamberlain actually came forward to support Vivian Laurent! What a plot twist!"
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Vivian gritted her teeth in frustration.
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Vivian adjusted her collar in the mirror and texted Ethan Roscente: "Did you deliver the items?"
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"I'm sorry, patient confidentiality prevents me from sharing medical records." Dr. Yang adjusted her glasses firmly.
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Ethan Roscente flicked his wrist, sending the car keys arcing through the air.
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Ethan Roscente grew increasingly clingy toward her.
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"I'm busy."
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Ethan Roscente stood outside Vivian Laurent's door, the third cigarette between his fingers burned down to the filter.
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"Big brother spoils me the most!" Vivian's eyes curved into crescents, dimples appearing on her cheeks.
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Vivian Laurent's voice was icy as she spat out the words. "If you understand, then get lost. Stay out of my sight from now on."
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Dominic Atlante leaned against the wall, his gaze playfully sweeping over Ethan Roscente.
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"What game is Integrity Group playing this time?" Vivian's voice was icy.
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Dominic Atlante's slender fingers accepted the car keys, the metal glinting coldly under the sunlight.
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Soft lighting filled the restaurant as piano music flowed through the air.
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"Sir, the piano piece you requested has been completed," the waiter reminded respectfully.
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Vivian Laurent's lips curved slightly, her eyes fearless. "Ten billion? Seems my worth is quite high."
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Vivian Laurent finished her nightly routine and slipped into bed. Since becoming pregnant, she usually fell asleep quickly.
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Dominic Atlante didn't insist when Vivian Laurent declined the meal.
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Vivian Laurent considered the proposal briefly and found it acceptable.
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"You can hug me anytime you want, Theo." Vivian's voice was tender as morning dew.
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Vivian Laurent was playing a puzzle game with Theo.
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The air in the restaurant was suffocatingly tense.
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"I'm coming with you," Lucas Lefèvre declared without hesitation.
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Dawn light filtered through the terminal windows as Vivian Laurent walked alone through the airport, pulling her carry-on suitcase.
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"Let go." Vivian's voice was hoarse, her eyes rimmed red.
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Vivian Laurent's consciousness struggled in the void.
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Vivian wrenched free from his grasp, stumbling back until her shoulders hit the wall.
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"Your so-called love is suffocating me. If you truly cared, you'd let me go!"
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Vivian Laurent turned her face away, rejecting the meal tray Ethan Roscente offered.
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Ethan stormed out of the room.
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Vivian set down her chopsticks.
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"You'll have to endure it. Otherwise I'll revoke your boyfriend privileges immediately."
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Ethan Roscente kept Vivian Laurent's hand firmly clasped in his, as if she might vanish if he let go.
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"Let's go to Disneyland tomorrow." Ethan rested his chin on Vivian's head. "We'll ride the Ferris wheel, eat cotton candy, just like any normal couple."
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Vivian Laurent lay in bed after her shower, unable to fall asleep.
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Morning sunlight filtered through the curtains as Vivian caught the aroma of frying eggs.
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After lunch, Ethan Roscente took Vivian Laurent to the cinema.
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Vivian pursed her lips, her gaze drifting away. "Is this really the right time for this conversation?"
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Ethan Roscente arched an eyebrow. "The rules never said cheating wasn't allowed. Winning is what matters. Feel free to try it yourself."
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Ethan Roscente strode toward the arcade counter with an unusually buoyant step. He handed the manager a black card with effortless confidence.
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Vivian Laurent stood before the claw machine, her fingertips lightly tapping the control buttons.
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The kiss was deep and passionate, melting their very souls together.
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Vivian's fingertips trembled slightly as her gaze darted between Isabella and Lucas.
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Vivian stood in the courtyard, the night breeze tangling her hair.
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"It's a long story. Let's go inside first."
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Isabella Langley sensed something was off.
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"Don't worry about Ethan and me."
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Vivian stood at the villa's entrance, her fingertips chilled by the evening air.
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"I didn't."
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Vivian Laurent pushed her shopping cart through the supermarket's fresh produce section, carefully selecting ingredients. Ethan Roscente stood beside her, occasionally leaning down to ask for her opinion.
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The aroma of cooking filled the kitchen as Ethan Roscente chopped vegetables with one hand while balancing his phone between his shoulder and ear.
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"No need. You keep cooking. I'll just stand here."
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Sunlight streamed through the floor-to-ceiling windows, gilding the three figures in the dining room with golden edges. Ethan Roscente naturally placed a piece of sweet and sour pork rib on Vivian Laurent's plate before adding steamed sea bass to Theo Evans' bowl.
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The night deepened, the warmth of dinner still lingering in the air.
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"I'll be the one to dry your hair from now on."
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"Ethan Roscente!" Vivian Laurent jolted awake to find herself plastered against the man's chest. "I specifically told you not to cross the line!"
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The biting winter wind couldn't dampen the lively atmosphere of Disneyland.
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"Let's not talk about this now. Theo is still playing over there." Vivian quickly changed the subject, her gaze following the little boy playing nearby.
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The echoes of laughter from Disneyland still lingered in her ears. Ethan Roscente gripped the steering wheel, glancing at the rearview mirror. Vivian Laurent was playing with Theo in the backseat, a faint smile curving her lips.
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Vivian Laurent rolled over, pulling the blanket tighter around her.
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"It's different." Ethan Roscente's voice was deep and tender. "Having me by your side means taking care of you is my responsibility. Isn't it better to have someone who cares about you?"
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Sunlight streamed through the floor-to-ceiling windows into the restaurant. Vivian Laurent rubbed her sore ankle.
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"If you don't care, why should I?" Victoria Roscente scoffed coldly, taking a seat directly across from Vivian Laurent.
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Vivian Laurent sat quietly at the dining table, watching Ethan Roscente chat animatedly with their elders. They discussed wedding details as if they were heading to the courthouse tomorrow.
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Vivian thought six days would feel long.
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Vivian's stomach had long gone numb. Only when she tasted the food did hunger awaken within her again.
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Ethan Roscente rushed to the hospital in such a hurry that he barely registered Vivian Laurent's request for him to "be her driver for the day."
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"I'd jump if you asked me to." Ethan Roscente's intense gaze burned into Vivian Laurent.
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"An empty creel? Planning to starve me tonight?" Vivian propped her chin on her palm, staring at the still water.
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"Where are the stars?" Vivian Laurent gazed up at the pitch-black night sky.
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Fireworks exploded across the night sky, painting the city in dazzling colors. Crowds gazed upward, murmuring about which wealthy romantic had orchestrated this spectacle.
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Vivian clung to Ethan's waist, burying her face against his chest.
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Vivian Laurent dragged her suitcase out of the harbor.
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The aroma of food filled the dining room, yet Vivian Laurent felt something was missing.
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Vivian Laurent's phone screen lit up with a message from Theo. Her fingers paused mid-air as she frowned. "Ethan Roscente hasn't been home for days?"
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"I absolutely did not!"
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Simon Eisner's text arrived on Vivian Laurent's phone at three in the morning.
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Vivian Laurent had just breathed a sigh of relief, thinking Queen Eleanor would safely complete her pregnancy.
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Vivian Laurent was still holding her scalpel when she received the news. She hastily removed her lab coat and rushed to the hospital with Fiona Grandelle.
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One Percent Hope
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Silver needles covered the infant's delicate skin like a tiny curled-up hedgehog.
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Queen Eleanor yanked the IV needle from her arm. Blood instantly welled up from the puncture site.
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"My love, the stairs felt unusually slippery when I fell," Queen Eleanor whispered from her sickbed, her face pale as parchment.
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At the Roscente Group headquarters in Canada, Ethan Roscente was reviewing documents when his office door burst open.
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Vivian pushed open the emergency room door. Fiona was pacing anxiously inside.
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"We will keep this secret," the lead physician vowed solemnly.
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"Father..." Fiona Grandelle's voice trailed off.
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Ethan Roscente's private jet touched down at Eudora International Airport as dawn barely broke.
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"Don't play the savior." Ethan Roscente's voice was low and firm. "Doctors are mortals, not gods."
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The Art of Shamelessness
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Vivian's heartbeat accelerated abruptly.
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"I only want children with Vivian. I'll never accept anyone else's."
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Vivian Laurent acted swiftly, delivering a precise chop to Queen Eleanor's nape.
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Vivian Laurent's plane touched down at M International Airport.
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Liam stood by the window, his knuckles turning white.
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The afternoon sun cast a golden glow as Vivian Laurent reclined on the wicker chair in the garden, enjoying a light nap.
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Agony crashed over her like tidal waves.
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"I'll do it! I'll do it right now!" Mia Lombardi curled up on the floor, her back drenched in cold sweat. Her trembling hand reached out. "Please... give me the antidote..."
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"Thank you."
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"Fiona, is this really true?" Queen Eleanor's voice trembled as her fingers clutched the hem of her dress.
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"Don't mention it. Emily and I are close friends. This is what I should do." Vivian Laurent smiled gently.
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Emily's eyes reddened with panic as her trembling fingers dialed the number.
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Vivian Laurent lay on the examination table, her fingers gripping the sheets tightly. As a pregnant woman, she couldn't undergo X-rays or take painkillers, forcing her to endure the waves of cramping agony.
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The blood test report was handed to Vivian Laurent.
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Vivian Laurent stared at the toxicology report in her hands, her fingertips trembling slightly.
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"Don't worry about me. Your health comes first." Ethan Roscente's brow furrowed. "Tell me the truth."
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"I hacked the hospital system. The doctor had nothing to do with it." Vivian Laurent bit her lip, fingers unconsciously twisting the hem of her shirt. "I know it was wrong, but I had to investigate your poisoning."
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Vivian's fingers unconsciously twisted the hem of her shirt.
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Vivian's temples throbbed. Ethan actually thought she was the heroine of this story and believed she had nothing to do with it?
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Vivian Laurent's gaze was as sharp as a blade, piercing straight through Mia Lombardi.
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Mia's fingers twisted together tightly.
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The surveillance footage had already been wiped clean. Vivian didn't hold out much hope.
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Mia suddenly remembered something, nervously twisting her fingers. "Vivian, that person also asked me about your secrets. I didn't know what to say, so I mentioned your pregnancy. His reaction... was strange."
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"We've confirmed Zero was spotted in Eudora." Ethan Roscente slid an encrypted file across the table to Vivian Laurent. "He used a fake identity, but surveillance caught a blurry profile."
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Vivian Laurent sat by the bay window, lost in thought.
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Vivian's silence confirmed Ethan's suspicion.
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"This food is inedible. I can't swallow a single bite!"
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The clatter of cooking utensils came from the kitchen.
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"Not at all. I've always had a big appetite." Vivian grabbed her chopsticks and started devouring the food, cheeks puffed up like a chipmunk.
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The morning sun filtered through the clouds, casting golden light across the private tarmac.
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Vivian Laurent recounted the incident in detail.
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Vivian finally returned to her cozy home.
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"Don't worry about me. The company needs you more right now."
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Vivian Laurent's fingertips brushed lightly over her abdomen. The prenatal test results made her frown—the poison's effect on the fetus was far worse than she'd anticipated. One misstep could lead to fetal demise.
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Felix Valdemar rushed over the moment he got the call.
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Vivian's eyes widened in surprise. "Isabella has a boyfriend?"
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"Detective Alpinus, I need a favor." Vivian's knuckles whitened around her phone.
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"Get out of my way!" Isabella Langley shoved Felix Valdemar aside impatiently.
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Isabella Langley frowned, her fingers unconsciously tapping the desk.
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Patrick Alpinus rose swiftly through the police ranks. As the youngest homicide captain, his case clearance rate remained unmatched.
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The air in the visitation room turned icy.
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Vivian's chest heaved violently, her nails digging deep into her palms. "You're lying! Master Zero only feels hatred for you—he'd kill you with his own hands if he could!"
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Sunlight streamed through the glass window, casting shadows from Vivian's lashes across her face.
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The truth was out. There was no point staying any longer.
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Terms of Exchange
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"Shadow is quite an intriguing codename." Vivian Laurent toyed with her teacup, a faint smile playing on her lips. "Officer Alpinus, are you giving me nicknames now?"
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Vivian Laurent rolled the tiny earpiece between her fingers before slipping it into her ear.
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Zero was the most dangerous assassin in the organization. His strikes were ruthless, and he never missed a target. No matter how difficult the mission, he always escaped unscathed.
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Isabella Langley rolled her eyes. "Ethan Roscente is nothing but bad luck. Ever since you met him, trouble follows you everywhere."
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Isabella couldn't stop talking about Felix Valdemar. She rambled on without realizing two hours had passed.
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Felix pushed his glass aside and stood up from the noisy private dining room. The hallway lights were too bright. He pulled out his cigarette case and headed toward the club entrance.
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Divine Opportunity
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Felix fell silent.
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Felix Valdemar thought he could walk side by side with Ethan Roscente.
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Isabella's chopsticks poked absently at her food.
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"Who invited you here? You're not welcome!" Isabella crossed her arms, her eyes filled with disdain.
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Vivian's breath hitched.
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Double Standards
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Ethan Roscente lied without blinking. "The hotel is fully booked."
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"Who said I wanted your sacrifice? I've changed my mind—go sleep on Felix's couch!" Vivian turned her face away, deliberately avoiding Ethan's dangerously attractive physique.
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One Less Rival
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Ethan's tenderness was impossible for Vivian to resist.
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"I'm tired of looking at your face!"
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"Vivian, I'm thirsty too." Ethan Roscente's deep voice cut through the darkness with startling clarity.
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Vivian Laurent woke from her nap with unusual clarity, unable to recall when she'd drifted off.
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"You're overcomplicating things. I wasn't thinking anything. Time to get up!"
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Only five people remained in the room.
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Patrick Alpinus had reached the limit of his patience. He couldn't wait another second to uncover the truth, even putting aside his rivalry with Ethan Roscente for now.
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Vivian Laurent gave a slight nod, her gaze resolute.
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Vivian's heart dropped.
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Ethan Roscente narrowed his eyes, savoring Patrick Alpinus's shocked expression. It reminded him of his own reaction when he first discovered Vivian Laurent's multiple identities.
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The phone's GPS showed Emily Garnache's location near the airport.
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"That voice is absolutely bewitching. Don't be scared, sweetheart. We'll make you feel real good soon."
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Scar Lowell's laughter cut off abruptly.