Sasha's heart was pounding. The first time she saw Sebastian was five years ago, on their weddingday. The next day, he left her. She never saw him again, much less set foot in his house at FrontierBay. Sasha could vividly recall her times at Hayes Residence. She knew Sebastian had otherproperties, but she was afraid of poking her nose into his business.She never tried to inquire about him or mention his name for fear that he knew she had feigned herown death. The trip down memory made her realize her life back then was a disgrace. She found itironic to set foot into Frontier Bay of all places five years later. On their way there, Sasha admiredthe late-Autumn view in the city.She caught a glimpse of passersby wandering on the street. The faint illumination from the lampposts made the bustling city seemed so lonely. “Madam, Mr. Hayes has just been discharged fromthe hospital. When you see him, can you please be merciful and tolerate his irrational behavior if heisn't being his best self? I'm afraid if he gets worked up again, he'll...” Sasha looked at Luke throughthe rearview mirror and stated nonchalantly, “You don’t have to worry.As a doctor, I'm aware of the do“s and don'ts better than you. No matter what, I'll turn a blind eye.”Luke heaved a long sigh of relief. Actually, he couldn't wait to figure out how she became arenowned doctor after five years. However, he kept his queries to himself when they drove into thegarden of the majestic villa.He accelerated the car and reached Royal Court One, which was situated in Frontier Bay, tenminutes later. Sasha thought they had pulled by in front of a palace. The breathtaking rows ofsculptures lined up at the entrance of the villa as though soldiers had gathered around and to guardthe garden.Along the hallway were marble stone archways with drooping gold roses. Sasha was impressed bythose remarkable pieces and couldn't help but imagine the scene of exotic flowers and plants in thegarden. Her jaw dropped open as she gaped at the ostentatious decorations. Has he been living insuch a great environment all this while?Am I supposed to consider myself lucky to be given the chance to visit this majestic villa while I'm stillalive? While she feasted her eyes, Luke took his leave. “Madam, Royal Court One belongs to Mr.Hayes. You just have to walk down these archways, and you'll reach the entrance at the end.” Am Isupposed to go in myself?Doesn't he need to announce my arrival or something? Sasha snapped out of her confusion andturned to Luke. “Aren“t you going in with me? I have never been here before! And you haven'tannounced my arrival. I don't think I should make my way in unannounced...” “It's fine, Madam. Ihave informed Mr. Hayes of your arrival.Please feel free to make your way in.” Luke, who was in the car, assured her with a bright grin. Littledid she know, he had his feet on the accelerator and would depart the moment she walked intoSebastian's villa. Oblivious to Luke's ploy, Sasha strode into the villa boldly with her medical kit. Tobe honest, I'd be lying if I'm not afraid at all. I don't even know why I'm here anymore! A few minuteslater, she finally arrived at the gate of Royal Court One. She felt a sense of relief and thought Lukehad told him the truth.It wasn't as intimidating as she expected. Initially, she thought the place would be heavily guarded,but nobody stopped her as she strode down the magnificent archways. She glimpsed a beam offlash and hurried her way to the source of light while clutching her kit. Wheres the rest of thefamily? Sasha was slightly taken aback by the desolated surroundings.She noticed she was the only person in the spacious and elegant courtyard. Are they upstairs? Asshe stepped into the foyer to go up the stairs, she saw a pair of pink indoor sandals that belongedto a woman on the shoe rack. The delicate-looking pair of sandals with daisies was amongst thecountless pairs of men's leather shoes.The ones that caught her eye the most were the miniature shoes belonging to a child. Judging bythe shoes that were available, it seemed to belong to a family of three. Sasha couldn't tear her eyesaway from it. She had an awful sensation deep down, as though an important part of her wasshredded into pieces.This pair of shoes belong to the woman, huh? How ironic! I didn't even get to visit this villa back whenwe were engaged! Now, she has become a member of the household and an important characteramongst the family of three! Does that mean she’s lan’s stepmother? Sasha stood right at theentrance with colors drained from her face.Whenever she recalled her pathetic life five years ago, hatred and grudges would engulf her. Shecould barely pull herself together.
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