qBy the time Zachary awoke the next morning, Charlotte had already left.

When he touched her pillow and the space beside him, inevitably, he felt desolate. All of a sudden, a sense of emptiness crept into his heart.

Before he knew it, he heard his phone ring. It was a message from Charlotte: Hubby, I'm boarding the plane now and will be back in the evening. Be a good boy and get some rest! Wait for me to come home!

Her gentle words felt like a ray of sunlight that filled the void in his heart with warmth.

Moved by her gesture, Zachary broke out into a smile. It never crossed his mind that she could behave so obediently.

If only time could slow down and my life could be extended, everything would be perfect.

With that thought in mind, Zachary supported his frail body up. He had no time to lose, as he still had to deal with a lot of things.

Sam were waiting for her at the village entrance. When they saw her car approach, both

alighting from her car, Charlotte chatted with them while

Felch's memorial service, she headed to his grave to pay her respects

Charlotte's subordinates stood guard outside while Sam went

shelves filled with all sorts of books. Some of the books were even

one, hoping that she could

does he look like? How old is he? Where does he stay? Do you have his

asked me the same questions before,” Hayley replied. “Dr. Felch seldom talked about him. In fact, he would be infuriated every time Francesco was brought up. Dr. Felch would call him

to see if you can remember any other clues.”

hard about it. “I remember now. Dr. Felch did scold Francesco for his desire to leave the mountain when he thought he had learned everything. Also, he berated him for being conceited despite being just a

was taken in as Dr. Felch's apprentice one year after Francesco left. At that time, I was fourteen.

was shocked. “Hayley, you're only nineteen this year. Are

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