"Last night, despite her thorough preparation, James had consumed the water with the special ingredient, yet he remained so alert and rejected her advances with such resolute words.

With the child present, Eva dared not say anything, and the two of them remained silent throughout the journey.

On Emily's side, she rushed to the station and took a bus back while leaving the rented car with the landlord in the area. The two adorable darlings obediently settled beside ...