I knew Ashton was infuriated, but this was ultimately still his company. There was no need to make a ruckus here. Besides, knowing his personality, Nancy’s showbiz career was probably over.

“I’m fine, it’s just a small injury. Speaking of which, what shall we eat?”

He took a few moments to compose himself. While holding my hands, Ashton proclaimed reassuringly, “You’re my woman. You don’t need to give in to anyone.”

His obsidian eyes bored into Vanessa menacingly. “It’s basic courtesy to return one a favor.”

Upon hearing his words, she collapsed to the ground, begging repeatedly. Her voice quivered. “Mr. Fuller, I know my mistake! I didn’t do it on purpose, I’ll apologize to her! I beg you, please let us off this time.”

Her words fell on deaf ears. With his unchanging look, he continued, “Can an apology resurrect the dead?”

Vanessa knew there was no getting through to him. She wiped off her tears and turned towards me. “Ms. Stovall, I didn’t mean to hurt you! Hit me back all you want. But just this once! Please convince Mr. Fuller to let Nancy off the hook.”

Ashton remained unresponsive. He turned towards me, his expression softened. “Will your palms be ok?”

He took my hands in his as he spoke, gesturing for me to open up my palms. Then he looked right at Vanessa.

Taking it as her queue to come in, she stood up and stopped right in front of me.

was already bleeding from the corners of her lips. Although Ashton had

to reduce his rage. The air remained stale

“Don’t let me

he stared at Nancy. Although he said nothing, it was enough to convey his hatred

feel bad about.” Just then, he remembered the other

Ashton was worried for me, but he shouldn’t blame them for

even, I tugged on Ashton’s elbow and asked, “Are you done with work?

tap on my nose. He had no qualms about showering me with affection in front

of the studio. Once outside, I let out a sigh. Looks like Fuller Corporation will go into a

was realized sooner than expected. Behind me, there were loud murmurs. ”Who

who exactly is

got in the car, then there was finally some

She’s not worthy to be compared

hearing his words, I pursed my lips in embarrassment. Did he become gentler? The truth was, Ashton had not. He had only gotten more ruthless over the past four years. What made the difference was, he was now good

Summer was having fun with a furry little

I turned and asked, “Were you the one who brought her

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