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00:00I was adopted by the poor in my past life, while my sister Bianca by the rich.
00:04In less than five years, she got thrown out and died miserably on the streets.
00:09As for me, I studied hard and went abroad for my studies.
00:12With my adoptive brother, Julian Reed, we built our business empire from scratch.
00:16Later, with our parents' blessings, we got married and had children.
00:20I thought that was happily ever after.
00:22But unexpectedly, I was reborn, back to the day we were adopted.
00:27This time, Bianca makes a different choice.
00:31She rushes straight into Julian's arms and holds his parents' hands tightly.
00:35When she turns to me, her eyes are full of smug glee.
00:38You can suffer with the rich. That place devours people whole. I wouldn't stand it.
00:44My heart jolts. Is she reborn, too?
00:47I look at Julian, the man who had once loved me deeply.
00:51I hope he would speak up. But he shields Bianca firmly behind him.
00:54His gaze is ice cold.
00:56Stay away.
00:57At that moment, my last hope shatters.
01:01Under Bianca's gleeful gaze, I walk toward the Lincoln parked at the gate.
01:05Only a driver is inside.
01:07Just like last time, no one ever came personally.
01:10While driving, the driver warns me of the rules to follow at the Brooks.
01:14Mind your own business and do whatever they tell you to.
01:18Remember your place.
01:19I nod.
01:20The car enters a district full of greenery and stops before a palace-like mansion.
01:26I follow the driver in.
01:27A well-dressed woman sits on the couch, sipping tea.
01:30She looks up and studies me carefully.
01:33What's your name?
01:35Vivian.
01:35The orphanage director gave me that name.
01:37It means to be lively.
01:39The woman nods.
01:40From now on, you'll be Vivian Brooke.
01:42She tells the butler, bring her up.
01:43I follow behind, my steps echoing on the marble floor.
01:47My hand brushes the antique railing.
01:49But none of these luxuries spark my interest.
01:51In my past life, I had earned them myself.
01:53I open the door.
01:54A spacious, luxurious room comes into view.
01:57The butler says, Ms. Brooke, this will be your room.
02:00Please rest here first.
02:01As I look at the delicate furnishings, excitement surges within me.
02:05In my past life, I managed to achieve a lot with no background.
02:09Now that I have the Brooke family resources, I can go even further.
02:13The door suddenly bursts open and a basketball flies straight toward my head.
02:17It hits me with a thud and my vision spins.
02:21An arrogant voice snapped.
02:22Pick up my ball, you country bumpkin.
02:24I turn to see a tall boy standing there.
02:27Arrogant and aloof.
02:28The Brooke's only son, Jason.
02:30In my past life, a racing crash left him crippled and made him violent.
02:34I hand over the ball and greet him.
02:36Just as the driver said.
02:38Here.
02:39He freezes before sneering.
02:41Sweet words.
02:42You think that earned you a share of our fortune?
02:44With that, he turns and leaves.
02:46Leaving me there with my fist clenched.
02:49So life among the rich is full of thorns.
02:51And the real test had only just begun.
02:54After Jason left, the room falls quiet again.
02:57I look around my room.
02:58Crystal chandelier, soft carpets, and a huge walk-in closet.
03:02Every detail radiates luxury.
03:04But I know none of it is free.
03:06The Brooks didn't adopt me out of kindness.
03:08Sure enough.
03:08The next morning, the butler brings in a packed class schedule.
03:12Mrs. Brooke arranged these for you.
03:14It's one-on-one business management training.
03:16He pauses before adding, you'll also have tutors.
03:21Study hard, and it will benefit you.
03:23I scan the schedule.
03:24Management.
03:25Financial investment.
03:27My eyes sparkle.
03:28I learned them in business in my past life.
03:30But now, I can learn them at 15.
03:33It's a precious chance.
03:34I'll study hard.
03:35I say firmly, the butler looks surprised, as if he doesn't expect me to agree.
03:40In the following days, I devote myself to it.
03:43High school work is effortless for me.
03:45I've learned all of it in my past life.
03:48Management courses are complex.
03:50But with my experience, I can grasp them easily.
03:53Teachers praise me constantly, often telling them to Mrs. Brooke.
03:57Mrs. Brooke is exceptionally smart.
03:59She's mastered all subjects and draws sharp insights from them.
04:03As Mrs. Brooke listens, she looks more approving.
04:06One day, she pulls me down to sit and hands me an admission letter.
04:10Well done.
04:11Jason's grades are terrible, so help him.
04:13A pacing grade is enough.
04:15After graduation, I'll send both of you abroad.
04:17It's obvious she wants me to keep Jason in line.
04:20Thank you, Mom, I immediately say.
04:23Mrs. Brooke is clearly pleased.
04:25Her grip on my hand tightening.
04:27I know that.
04:28I've secured my place in the family.
04:30But Jason won't be easy to rein in.
04:35I didn't expect to run into Julian and Bianca again.
04:39As a reward, Mrs. Brooke gives me a black card and lets me go out.
04:43This is the first time I step outside the villa.
04:46The driver drops me off downtown.
04:47I take a deep breath as I scan my surroundings.
04:50Soon, I spot a familiar figure.
04:53Bianca is under the sun, handing out flyers.
04:56She is soaked with sweat.
04:57Her face etched with exhaustion.
05:00The reeds only took her for free labor.
05:03I was the same last time.
05:05Hi, have a look.
05:06She hands one to me.
05:08But when she looks up, her words stop abruptly.
05:11Seeing my designer clothes and clear skin, jealousy flashes in her eyes before she hides it.
05:16Looks like you're living well.
05:18She smiles.
05:19Don't say I didn't warn you.
05:21Mrs. Brooke is way scarier than you think.
05:23Oh, I answer lightly.
05:25It irritates her.
05:26So she starts gloating.
05:28They treat me very well.
05:30Julian even tutors me every day.
05:32We even got into Levo High.
05:33That was the school Mrs. Brooke arranged for me.
05:36I had been admitted in my past life too.
05:38Our lives will only get better while you will die on the streets.
05:42Just as I am about to speak, a familiar voice calls out,
05:46Bianca.
05:46Julian walks over.
05:48Mom asked me to bring you lunch.
05:49You must be tired.
05:51Go rest.
05:51It's okay.
05:52I can handle it.
05:54Bianca smiles and hugs him.
05:56The Reeds would rather pay for Julian's tuition than let Bianca take a break.
05:59Like in my past life, only then does Julian notice me.
06:02He's cold and disgusted.
06:04My sister Vivian.
06:05Bianca introduces.
06:06He frowns.
06:07Don't talk to shady people.
06:08With that, he pulls Bianca away without letting me speak.
06:12Why were you so harsh, Julian?
06:14Silly girl.
06:15Stay away from people like her.
06:17Their harsh words drift over.
06:19But I simply walk into the mall and buy lots with the black card.
06:23I run into Bianca and Julian as I leave the mall.
06:27Bianca is livid when she sees me carrying bags of luxury items.
06:32Tch, acting so lofty.
06:34You'll die eventually.
06:35But one day, we'll start our business.
06:37I smile and ignore her.
06:39These things aren't even for me.
06:42Back home, Jason is on the couch playing games.
06:46He spots the bags and smirks.
06:49Wasting money already?
06:50You think our money grows on trees?
06:52Jason.
06:53Mrs. Brooke comes downstairs and glares at him.
06:56She's your sister.
06:57I don't have a peasant sister.
06:59He scoffs.
07:00I ignore him and pull out the gift.
07:03Mom, this is for you.
07:04I hand her a champagne silk scarf.
07:07She pauses.
07:08Her eyes sparkling with surprise.
07:10I also give gifts to the household staff.
07:13Jason's face darkens at the sight.
07:16Don't think a few trinkets can buy loyalty.
07:19Here.
07:19This is for you.
07:20I hand him the last gift.
07:22It's a limited edition racing model.
07:24He freezes.
07:25His ears reddening as he stares at it.
07:27Not bad.
07:28He mutters.
07:29He then snatches it and rushes upstairs.
07:32Mrs. Brooke shakes her head at him.
07:35But looks at me with warmth.
07:36Viv, you're much more sensible than he is.
07:39I just smile.
07:40To thrive here, skill alone isn't enough.
07:42I must understand their hearts.
07:45It's the first day of school.
07:46At the door, I see Jason's car.
07:49He honks impatiently.
07:51Hurry up!
07:52I grin and run.
07:54Wait for me!
07:55I smile and open the passenger door.
07:58Who's waiting?
07:59Jason rolls his eyes.
08:00Mom forced me.
08:01Don't overthink it.
08:03I don't call him out.
08:04Instead, I hand him breakfast.
08:06Mom said one each.
08:08You haven't eaten yet.
08:09His face hardens as he takes it and tosses it into the compartment.
08:12Who eats this stuff?
08:14The car pulls up to Levo High.
08:16Before getting out, he warns.
08:18Don't tell anyone you're my sister.
08:20Keep our relationship a secret or else.
08:23Got it.
08:24I nod.
08:25At the gate, I hear whispers.
08:27That's Julian?
08:27The city's top student is so hot.
08:31That's his sister, Bianca.
08:33She also ranks high at 15th place.
08:35I look up.
08:36The two of them are surrounded by classmates.
08:39Bianca spots me.
08:40She smiles and calls out for all to hear.
08:43What a coincidence.
08:45You got in too?
08:47Must be easy for you with the Brooks.
08:50Meanwhile, we had to fight to get in.
08:52Her words are full of mockery.
08:55All eyes turn to me at once.
08:56Curious and judging.
08:58I ignore her and walk on.
09:00Bianca.
09:01Julian pulls her behind him.
09:03His gaze is full of disdain.
09:05I told you not to talk to her.
09:07My sister isn't a bad person.
09:09Bianca feigns innocence.
09:11Who knows?
09:12People are complicated.
09:13Julian says coldly.
09:15I shrug.
09:16Uninterested.
09:16And head toward the classroom.
09:18Just as I enter,
09:19Bianca and Julian walk in too.
09:22Unexpectedly,
09:22we're in the same class.
09:24High school's not going to be peaceful.
09:26Seats are arranged by grades.
09:28I sit by the window in the front.
09:31Julian sits diagonally ahead
09:32with Bianca beside him.
09:34The day is packed.
09:36I take out the notes Mrs. Brooke gave me
09:38and start reading.
09:39My past experience tells me
09:41that this knowledge will be useful someday.
09:43Bianca keeps glancing back,
09:45her eyes full of jealousy.
09:46But I ignore her.
09:49After school,
09:50I head to the gate to meet Jason.
09:52Mrs. Brooke insisted we go home together
09:54so I could keep an eye on him.
09:57He didn't want to.
09:58But he couldn't refuse her either.
10:00So he agreed to it.
10:02After a short wait,
10:03he casually strolls over
10:04with a small boxed cake in his hand.
10:07Here.
10:08He shoves it into my hands,
10:09avoiding my gaze.
10:10Girls in my class enjoy this.
10:12Throw it away if you don't.
10:13Thanks.
10:14I like it.
10:15Warmth spreads in my chest
10:16as I accept it.
10:17His expression turns awkward.
10:19Don't get the wrong idea.
10:20I just don't like owing people.
10:22During the week,
10:23he brings me different snacks every day.
10:25From fries to fruits and yogurt,
10:27he has practically bought out every snack.
10:30Things ease between us.
10:32He stops mocking me
10:33and sometimes chats about school.
10:35One day after class,
10:37I wait for him as usual,
10:38but he doesn't show up.
10:40Students nearby whisper,
10:42You heard?
10:43Jason's racing someone at the hill.
10:45That road's dangerous.
10:46He's got guts.
10:47My heart drops.
10:49Memories from my past life fled back.
10:51Jason had been sabotaged in that race,
10:53and the crash left him crippled.
10:55I can't let it happen again.
10:57I run at full speed.
10:59The hill road is rugged.
11:01Pebbles cut into my feet,
11:02but I don't care.
11:04I just need to stop Jason.
11:06From afar,
11:06I hear the roar of engines
11:08and the crowd cheering.
11:09When I arrive,
11:10Jason's red car races a black one.
11:15They're fast.
11:16Stop!
11:17Don't race!
11:18I shout as I rush forward,
11:19but my voice is drowned out by the noise.
11:22No one hears me.
11:23Then, it happens.
11:25Jason's car suddenly loses control,
11:27bolting off the track like a wild horse.
11:29It slams straight into a nearby rockery.
11:31The crash is deafening.
11:33The car crumples,
11:34scattering glass everywhere.
11:36The crowd flees in panic,
11:38leaving a few men grinning cruelly.
11:42Jason!
11:43I rush over like a madwoman
11:44and try to pry open the door.
11:46Suddenly, a force yanks me back.
11:47I'm thrown hard to the ground.
11:49My elbows and knees burn with pain.
11:51Your brother?
11:52A burly man squats before me,
11:54his stare vicious.
11:56Call an ambulance!
11:57He's dying!
11:58I struggle to get up.
11:59The man sneers, grabs my chin,
12:01and pats my face mockingly.
12:03He offended our boss.
12:04Wanna save him?
12:05Dream on.
12:06This is murder!
12:07This is illegal!
12:08I glare at him.
12:09Illegal?
12:10Our boss is the law.
12:11He slaps me hard across the face.
12:13Blood fills my mouth
12:14as I glare back in fury.
12:16I shove him away
12:17and slap him back hard.
12:19I've already called the police.
12:21The man is stunned.
12:22When he snaps,
12:23fury erupts.
12:24You brat!
12:25How dare you!
12:26He snatches my phone
12:27and smashes it to the ground.
12:29The screen shatters.
12:30Another man rushes
12:31and kicks me to the ground.
12:33Fists rain down on me.
12:35Stop!
12:35I curl up,
12:36screaming through pain.
12:38Through the blur,
12:39I see two familiar figures.
12:41Julian and Bianca
12:42are standing among the crowd,
12:43watching the scene.
12:44Save me!
12:45I shout,
12:46eyes pleading.
12:48Julian instinctively
12:49steps forward.
12:51Bianca pulls them back.
12:52Don't meddle!
12:53They're dangerous.
12:54She's better off dead.
12:56Her voice is sharp and cruel.
12:58I look at Julian.
12:59He looks conflicted,
13:00but he lowers his head.
13:01As Bianca pulls him away,
13:04the last hope in my heart shatters.
13:06The person who once loved me dearly
13:08now watches me die without helping.
13:11Calling for help?
13:12The burly man sneers
13:13as he pulls out a sledgehammer.
13:15No one's ever dared hit me.
13:17You'll pay for it.
13:19He raises the hammer
13:20and swings it down at me.
13:21I shut my eyes in despair.
13:23Is this where my second life ends?
13:26The pain I expect
13:26never comes.
13:28Muffled groans
13:29sound beside me.
13:30I snap my eyes open.
13:31Jason has somehow
13:32climbed out of the wrecked car
13:33and is standing before me.
13:36Blood drips from his mouth
13:38onto my face.
13:40I rush forward.
13:42Why are you so stupid?
13:44Leave me and go!
13:45His breathing is weak.
13:46With his last strength,
13:47he pushes me back.
13:49We're leaving together!
13:50I cling to him tight.
13:51I sob hard.
13:52Shut up!
13:53The man grabs my hair
13:54and yanks me up.
13:55If he wants to protect you so badly,
13:57just die together.
13:59He throws me aside.
14:00I crash to the ground.
14:02My head's spinning.
14:03He kicks Jason in the chest,
14:05making him curl in pain.
14:07Don't hit my brother!
14:08I charge forward
14:10and cling to the man.
14:11Get off!
14:13He kicks me
14:13and shouts to his men.
14:14Beat him to death!
14:16Several men rush forward,
14:17kicking and punching Jason.
14:19Seeing him covered in blood,
14:21rage hits me.
14:22I spot an iron rod on the ground.
14:25I grab it
14:25and swing wildly at them.
14:27Stop!
14:28Like a cornered beast,
14:29I lash out without thinking.
14:31They didn't expect me
14:32to be this crazy.
14:34My charge finally
14:35forces them apart.
14:36I rush to Jason
14:38and help him up.
14:39He's barely conscious
14:40and covered in injuries.
14:42He has to lean on me
14:43just to stand.
14:44Hang on!
14:45We'll get out of here!
14:47Gritting my teeth,
14:48I drag us forward.
14:50Thanks to my martial arts tutor,
14:51I'm stronger than before.
14:53I could support Jason's weight,
14:55but after only a few steps,
14:57footsteps sounded
14:58running away.
14:59The burly man and his gang
15:00catch up and block our path.
15:02He drags an iron rod
15:03across the ground.
15:04Screeches pierce the air.
15:06Neither of you leaves today,
15:08Jason murmurs weakly.
15:10Just leave.
15:12No!
15:13I hold him tighter.
15:14We're going together.
15:15Touching!
15:16The man sneers,
15:17clapping slowly.
15:19His eyes turn cold.
15:20But it ends here.
15:21He kicks me in the stomach.
15:23I double over,
15:23and Jason also collapses.
15:26The men close in,
15:27their iron rods gleaming coldly.
15:29Get them!
15:31Just as they charge,
15:32piercing sirens cut through the air.
15:34The man's face changes
15:35as it grows louder.
15:37Damn it!
15:37Cops!
15:38They try to flee,
15:39but police cars roar in.
15:42Police officers surround them.
15:44Stop!
15:45Put your hands up!
15:46I relax at the sight of police.
15:49Then everything goes black.
15:51I wake the next afternoon.
15:53The faint smell of disinfectant
15:56hits my nose.
15:57Viv,
15:58you're awake!
15:58Mrs. Broke sits at my bedside,
16:00eyes red,
16:01holding my hand tightly.
16:03How do you feel?
16:04Any pain?
16:05Jason.
16:05How is he?
16:06I croak,
16:08worry filling my voice.
16:09Tears fall from her eyes.
16:11Still in surgery.
16:13His injuries are severe.
16:14My heart sinks
16:16as I try to get up.
16:17The surgeon emerges from the OR.
16:20He takes his mask off,
16:22smiling.
16:23It went well.
16:24His leg is saved.
16:26Really?
16:26We both rush forward.
16:28He received treatment
16:29just in time.
16:30Any later?
16:31And he'd have lost his leg.
16:33He also has severe back trauma,
16:34but a good rest will fix it.
16:37Mrs. Broke hugs me,
16:38speechless.
16:40Tears stream down freely,
16:42as long as he's safe.
16:44Two days later,
16:45Jason wakes.
16:46Mrs. Broke scolds him,
16:48saying he shouldn't race
16:49or mix with shady people.
16:52He'd usually glare impatiently,
16:54but this time,
16:55he just quietly listens.
16:57His eyes never leaves me.
16:59When Mrs. Broke is done,
17:01he asks,
17:02Viv,
17:02are you alright?
17:03It's the first time
17:04he calls me that.
17:06We freeze.
17:07Mrs. Broke can't believe it.
17:09Viv.
17:10Jason repeats,
17:11his eyes serious.
17:13Viv,
17:13my sister.
17:14Mrs. Broke's eyes redden
17:15as she pats my shoulder.
17:17You two really are siblings now.
17:19I know this means
17:20the Brookes
17:20fully accept me.
17:22I'm no longer just a tool
17:24to keep Jason in check.
17:25He looks at me,
17:27a faint smile on his lips.
17:29I'll protect you.
17:30No more suffering.
17:31I nod,
17:32warmth flooding me.
17:34I tell the police
17:34about the sabotaging.
17:36They pull the surveillance footage
17:37and find solid evidence.
17:39Along with assault charges,
17:41the men are sentenced
17:42to different prison terms.
17:44Jason is hospitalized
17:45for three months.
17:47I took leave from school
17:48to care for him
17:49and help him catch up
17:50on his studies.
17:51Although he never
17:52enjoyed studying,
17:53he's smart
17:54and grasps concepts instantly.
17:56He tries to slack off,
17:57but settles down
17:58after a few scoldings.
18:00I feel gratified
18:01watching him work hard.
18:02In this life,
18:03I change not just my fate,
18:05but his too.
18:07When Jason fully recovers,
18:09we return to school together.
18:10It's just in time
18:12for the monthly exam.
18:13A perfect chance
18:14to test his progress.
18:16After the exam,
18:17I see Julian and Bianca.
18:18Bianca's face frees
18:19in exaggerated surprise.
18:21You're back?
18:22I thought you dropped out.
18:24Her tone seems caring,
18:25but her eyes are full of glee.
18:28I ignore her
18:28and start to leave with Jason.
18:30Wait!
18:31Julian calls out suddenly.
18:32His gaze is complex,
18:34no longer disdainful.
18:35You're okay, right?
18:36I feel nothing recalling
18:37how he left me to die.
18:39None of your business.
18:41He steps forward.
18:42I have something to tell you.
18:43He grabs my wrist.
18:45Hands off!
18:45Jason immediately shields me
18:47and glares fiercely at Julian.
18:49What do you want?
18:51Julian lets go.
18:52Lips moving to speak.
18:54Let's go.
18:55Don't waste time with him.
18:57Bianca rushes up
18:57and pulls Julian away.
18:59He keeps glancing back at me,
19:01full of regret and frustration.
19:03Jason snorts.
19:04Stay away from them.
19:05They're no good.
19:06I know.
19:07I nod.
19:08Jason suddenly grins proudly.
19:10This exam.
19:11I'll join your class
19:12when I rank top 30.
19:13I believe in you.
19:15I smile.
19:15A week later,
19:16everyone rushed
19:17to check their ranking.
19:18Jason and I squeeze through.
19:20As expected,
19:22I still topped the grade.
19:23Seeing Jason's name,
19:25I can't help but smile.
19:26He had risen to 28th place.
19:29It's just enough
19:30to get into my class.
19:31I did it!
19:32Jason hugs me,
19:33excitedly.
19:34Viv,
19:35I get to be in your class!
19:36Everyone around is stunned.
19:38No one expected him
19:39to make such progress.
19:41Congrats!
19:41I say,
19:43genuinely happy.
19:44A voice cuts through.
19:45Impossible!
19:46This is impossible!
19:47Bianca rushes over,
19:49pointing at the scores,
19:50face pale as chalk.
19:52Jason was supposed
19:52to be disabled.
19:53How could he score this well?
19:55Vivian,
19:55you must have cheated.
19:56Her accusation draws
19:57a bigger crowd.
19:59Yeah,
19:59she's been on leave for months.
20:01How can she be first?
20:03Jason used to struggle.
20:04Reaching the top 30
20:05is impossible.
20:07Bianca's grins
20:08grew even wider.
20:09I know you cheated!
20:10I'm going to tell
20:11the principal!
20:13She spins
20:14and storms away.
20:15Julian stops her,
20:16but she yanks free.
20:17No,
20:18I'm going to expose
20:19their true colors.
20:20Before long,
20:21Jason and I are called
20:22to the principal's office.
20:23Bianca stands to the side,
20:25gloating.
20:26Mr. Gray,
20:26they must have cheated!
20:27No way they can score so well!
20:29Mr. Gray looks at us calmly.
20:31Vivian,
20:32Jason,
20:32the school will investigate
20:33this fairly.
20:34Don't worry.
20:35The school pulls
20:36the exam room footage
20:37and arranges a test for us.
20:39It's just as hard
20:40as the monthly test.
20:41Jason and I finish smoothly,
20:43with scores nearly identical
20:45as before.
20:46It's clear
20:47we didn't cheat.
20:48Bianca goes pale
20:49in disbelief.
20:51Impossible.
20:51No way,
20:52Mr. Gray frowns.
20:54Bianca,
20:54your rumors
20:55disrupted school order.
20:57The school shall issue
20:58a warning and demerit.
20:59No,
21:00you can't do this!
21:01Bianca screams like crazy.
21:03They cheated!
21:03The brooks bought you off!
21:05She lashes out at Mr. Gray
21:07and his face
21:08hardens.
21:09Outrageous!
21:10You're now expelled!
21:12Bianca freezes,
21:14then breaks into tears.
21:16I won't leave!
21:17I'm not wrong!
21:18Her parents soon arrive,
21:20bringing gifts
21:21to plead forgiveness.
21:22Seeing their sincerity,
21:24her expulsion is lifted,
21:26but the warning stays.
21:27Thus,
21:28Bianca keeps her spot,
21:29but becomes a joke.
21:31Since the incident,
21:32Bianca changes completely.
21:34At school,
21:35she grows hypersensitive,
21:37always fearing others
21:38talk behind her back.
21:39A single glance her way
21:41sparks confrontations.
21:43Everyone ultimately
21:44avoids her.
21:45Even Julian,
21:46who once cared for her,
21:47starts distancing himself.
21:49His grades,
21:50already affected by past events,
21:52fall further
21:52because of Bianca.
21:54He keeps failing,
21:55dropping to the lowest class.
21:58The teacher warns him
21:59he could be expelled
22:00if he doesn't study.
22:03Not stopping to reflect,
22:05Bianca storms into the office.
22:07You've a crush on Julian!
22:09You're keeping him away from me!
22:11Her emotions run loose
22:13as she screams.
22:14In the struggle,
22:15she pushes the teacher,
22:17breaking her leg.
22:18The school shows no mercy.
22:20Bianca is expelled
22:22for intentional harm,
22:23with no chance to appeal.
22:25Her parents exhaust their savings,
22:28but nothing changes.
22:29Bianca loses all chance of schooling
22:31and seethes at home.
22:33After Bianca's expulsion,
22:35the school finally settles down.
22:37Jason and I end up
22:38in the same class.
22:39He sits besides me
22:40and studies harder than ever.
22:41With his sharp mind and effort,
22:43his grades rise steadily.
22:45His rank soon reaches the top ten.
22:47Everyone sees him differently now.
22:49No one dares mock him anymore.
22:50One day,
22:51I'm doing math in class,
22:52when a beautifully wrapped cake
22:54is set before me.
22:55Study break!
22:56Have some!
22:57Jason grins widely.
22:59Thanks!
22:59I take the cake.
23:01I'm about to open it.
23:02When I notice someone,
23:04Julian is standing under the trees,
23:05eyes hollow,
23:07hair disheveled.
23:08He looks miserably worn down.
23:10That once-proud top student
23:12has come to this.
23:14I ignore him
23:15and look away.
23:16Whatever we had ended
23:17when he left me to die.
23:19He lingers for a long time
23:21until the bell rings.
23:23Jason follows my gaze
23:24and scoffs.
23:25Ignore him.
23:26He deserves it.
23:27I know.
23:28I nod and return to my work.
23:29With the SAT approaching,
23:32studies intensify.
23:33Both Jason and I
23:34work toward our goals.
23:35Mrs. Brooke helped us
23:36apply overseas.
23:37We passed the admission test,
23:38but still chose to finish
23:40the SAT,
23:41giving our high school years
23:42a proper ending.
23:44The day the SAT ends,
23:45the whole campus erupts
23:47with cheers.
23:48The students celebrate
23:49the end of this battle.
23:50Jason sneaks out of school
23:52and brings back snacks,
23:53giving them to me.
23:54Share them with your roommates
23:56to celebrate.
23:57After that,
23:58he rushes off again
23:59to celebrate with his friends.
24:01As I reach the dorm building,
24:03I sense someone behind me.
24:05Who is it?
24:06I turn back warily.
24:07A tall, thin figure steps out.
24:09It's Julian,
24:10looking thinner.
24:11His sunken eyes look exhausted.
24:13How did you do?
24:14He asks hoarsely.
24:16None of your business.
24:16I say coldly.
24:18I turn to leave.
24:19Viv.
24:20Julian suddenly calls out,
24:21his tone urgent.
24:23I've something to say.
24:24I stop,
24:24but don't turn around.
24:26That day,
24:27I wanted to save you.
24:28He sounds guilty,
24:29but Bianca was holding me tightly.
24:31I wanted to rush over,
24:32but I...
24:33That's enough.
24:34It's in the past.
24:35Leave it there.
24:36No, listen to me.
24:38Julian quickly steps in front of me,
24:40his eyes full of pain.
24:41I've had nightmares since.
24:42I keep dreaming of our past,
24:44of us studying together,
24:46studying abroad,
24:46and starting a business together,
24:48and even getting married.
24:49My heart jolts.
24:50He's been reborn too.
24:52Viv,
24:52those weren't dreams,
24:53right?
24:54Julian grabs my arm,
24:55clearly agitated.
24:56That was our past life.
24:57We were husband and wife,
24:59and spent a lifetime together.
25:00I shake off his hand,
25:02stepping back to distance myself.
25:04That's just nonsense.
25:05It's not,
25:06Julian says urgently.
25:07I remember you like cake,
25:09and the struggles of our business.
25:10I also remember our wedding,
25:12and our child.
25:13Everything he says really happened in my past life.
25:17I have to admit,
25:18he remembers his past life.
25:20So what?
25:21I ask coldly.
25:22This life is different from the past.
25:24We're no longer tied together.
25:25The moment you abandoned me,
25:27it was over for us.
25:29Julian's face turns pale,
25:31his eyes full of despair.
25:32I know I was wrong.
25:33Viv,
25:34give me one more chance.
25:36Let's start over.
25:36Impossible.
25:37I refuse without hesitation.
25:39I'm now Jason's sister.
25:40I'm a member of the Brooke family.
25:42Our lives will never cross again.
25:44After that,
25:45I turn toward the dorm.
25:47Viv!
25:47Julian shouts behind me.
25:49He chokes out.
25:50I'll wait for you,
25:50no matter how long it takes.
25:52I don't look back,
25:53and walk faster.
25:54Some mistakes,
25:55once made,
25:56can never be undone.
25:58Back in the dorm,
25:59my roommates notice I'm upset,
26:00and ask what happened.
26:01I'm fine.
26:02I try to forget,
26:03Julian.
26:04The past is in the past.
26:05I must move on.
26:07The next day,
26:08I pack up my things.
26:09The Brooke family car
26:10is waiting downstairs.
26:11Jason is here to help
26:12carry my luggage.
26:13Viv,
26:14let's go home.
26:15Okay.
26:15I nod and smile.
26:17I don't dwell on
26:18any unpleasant memories.
26:19My old grudges and conflicts
26:21will stay on that campus.
26:22Sat,
26:23results arrive.
26:24Jason and I get our scores.
26:26I'm ranked first,
26:27and he's among the top five.
26:28At the same time,
26:30we get admission letters
26:31from the same top
26:32overseas university.
26:34Mrs. Brooke is overjoyed
26:36and organizes a grand
26:3718th birthday party.
26:38At the party,
26:39Mrs. Brooke holds our hands
26:41and proudly introduces us.
26:43These are my children.
26:44They'll be going abroad
26:45to further their studies.
26:46Everyone congratulates us.
26:48Their gazes toward us
26:49are full of envy.
26:51Jason is unusually quiet.
26:52He stands beside me,
26:53simply smiling in thanks.
26:55I take in the scene,
26:57my heart full.
26:58I've gained not just wealth
26:59and status,
27:00but a real family.
27:02The pain of the past
27:03has fueled my growth.
27:04I know that I'll have
27:05a bright future.
27:07After the party,
27:08our departure date
27:09draws closer.
27:10Jason and I have packed
27:11for the trip.
27:12Mrs. Brooke has arranged
27:13everything.
27:14I'm busy with documents
27:15when Jason comes over.
27:17Viv,
27:18let's go shopping.
27:19We can relax a little too.
27:21I nod,
27:21and we head to the mall.
27:23Just as we enter a store,
27:24I spot a familiar figure.
27:26Bianca is in a cheap uniform,
27:28showing clothes to customers.
27:30She looks at me
27:31with fatigue and frustration,
27:33her eyes dripping venom.
27:34Clenching his fists,
27:36Jason frowns.
27:37Leave her.
27:38Let's go.
27:39I nod.
27:40As I turn to leave,
27:42Bianca suddenly calls out.
27:43Her tone is sharp.
27:44Don't be so smug.
27:45Aren't you just lucky?
27:46If I'd chosen the Brooke family,
27:48I'd have had all this glory.
27:50All you have is mine.
27:51I pause,
27:52then turn around.
27:53You made your bed.
27:55So lie in it.
27:56You give up on the Brooke family.
27:58So why blame others now?
28:00Bianca's face reddens,
28:01and she trembles angrily.
28:03I won't let you off.
28:04Just you wait.
28:06I'll be waiting.
28:07I smile.
28:08As I pull Jason away,
28:09he scoffs.
28:10She's just jealous.
28:11Don't take it to heart.
28:13I know.
28:13I nod.
28:14I feel nothing for Bianca now.
28:16One day,
28:17Jason and I go to the hospital.
28:18To visit the teacher,
28:19Bianca pushed.
28:21She is recovering well.
28:24Congrats on getting into a great school.
28:28We say in unison.
28:29Jason,
28:30you've changed a lot.
28:31I'm so proud of you,
28:33she says.
28:34When you go overseas,
28:35keep working hard.
28:36Don't disappoint your mother.
28:38I will.
28:39Then,
28:40we visit the director at the orphanage.
28:43What a surprise,
28:45Vivian.
28:45Jason,
28:46you came to see me.
28:47Of course.
28:47I smile.
28:49We leave tomorrow,
28:50so we came to say goodbye.
28:51The director's eyes redden.
28:54That's good.
28:55You'll both have bright futures.
28:56Vivian,
28:57you were always sensible.
28:59I knew you'd succeed one day.
29:00Thanks for everything.
29:01My heart warms,
29:03and we head home.
29:04After a while,
29:06Mrs. Brooke prepares dinner,
29:07full of our favorites.
29:09Eat more.
29:10Mrs. Brooke piles food on our plates.
29:12She seems reluctant.
29:14We'll come back during the holidays.
29:16Jason says,
29:17I'll be waiting.
29:19Mrs. Brooke's eyes are red.
29:20We talk for a long time about life abroad,
29:23and our future plans.
29:25This is a warm moment for our family.
29:27Mrs. Brooke sees us to the airport.
29:29Take care of yourselves.
29:30Stay safe.
29:32She holds my hand and says,
29:34If anything happens,
29:35call me.
29:36Don't suffer in silence.
29:38Mom, I know.
29:39I tear up slightly.
29:41And you.
29:41She looks at Jason.
29:43Don't cause trouble like before.
29:45Listen to your sister.
29:47And take care of her.
29:48Yes, Mom.
29:49I'll do that.
29:50Jason says seriously.
29:52Mrs. Brooke hugs us.
29:54Go on.
29:54I'll wait for your return.
29:56Hi, Mom.
29:57We wave and walk past security.
29:59As we near the boarding gate,
30:01I see a familiar figure.
30:03It's Julian in a worn-out shirt.
30:06With a ticket in hand,
30:07he looks at us longingly.
30:09He quickly walks over.
30:11Viv.
30:11Jason.
30:13Jason's guarded and wary.
30:15What do you want?
30:16I mean, no harm.
30:17Julian smiles wryly.
30:18Viv.
30:19I got in your school.
30:20I'm an exchange student.
30:21We're in the same uni.
30:23My heart suddenly sinks.
30:24Julian is following me.
30:26Don't delude yourself.
30:28Jason glares at Julian.
30:30Viv doesn't care.
30:31Just give up.
30:32Ignoring him.
30:33Julian looks at me with resolve.
30:36Viv.
30:36I know I was wrong.
30:37I'll make it up to you.
30:38No matter how long it takes.
30:40That's enough.
30:41I say coldly.
30:43Julian.
30:44I've made it clear.
30:45We're over.
30:46Don't bother chasing me abroad.
30:48You're not in my life anymore.
30:50Then, I go to the gate with Jason.
30:53Viv!
30:54Jason shouts in despair.
30:57I board the plane without looking back.
31:00Jason comforts me.
31:02Viv.
31:02Ignore him.
31:03He can't bother you abroad.
31:05I know.
31:06I nod.
31:07Looking out the window.
31:08The plane takes off, flying toward a distant land.
31:12I'm emotional.
31:14I escape the past at last.
31:16I'm going after my future.
31:19Neither Julian nor Bianca can affect me now.
31:22I message Mrs. Brooke.
31:24Mom, we've taken off.
31:26Mrs. Brooke replies.
31:27Take care of yourselves.
31:29Love you both.
31:30I smile in relief.
31:31The future's bright.
31:33I won't waste it.
31:35After more than ten hours, the plane finally lands.
31:39The driver, Mrs. Brooke arranged, waits.
31:42And takes us to our apartment.
31:44It's luxurious and close to our school.
31:47This is our home now.
31:49Jason says excitedly.
31:51And I nod.
31:53We unpack.
31:54And in the following days, we get familiar with the area.
31:58Studying abroad is different.
32:00It's freer, but emphasizes independent study.
32:04Our majors are different.
32:06I pick finance, and he picks computer science.
32:09On my first day, I settle into a seat.
32:12I soon hear a familiar voice.
32:14It's you.
32:15I look up at Julian.
32:16Stunned.
32:17Why is he here?
32:18He smiles, walks over, and sits.
32:21I chose the same major as you.
32:23We're classmates now.
32:25You did it on purpose.
32:26I just want to be close to you.
32:29I won't disturb you.
32:31I just want to protect you.
32:33I say nothing and change seats.
32:36I just want to avoid him.
32:38Jason's angry.
32:39He's too much.
32:40He even followed you here.
32:42Ignore him.
32:43Focus on studying.
32:44I comfort him.
32:46Only time can prove my resolve to shake off Julian.
32:49The days slowly pass.
32:51I fully devote myself to the difficult courses.
32:53With my past experience, studying isn't hard.
32:57So I always rank at the top.
32:59Earning praise.
33:00Jason also works hard.
33:02Computer science, CS, is tough.
33:05But he enjoys learning it.
33:07His grades are good.
33:09Julian doesn't bother me.
33:10Only greeting me occasionally.
33:12However, I only nod coldly.
33:15One day, Jason and I attend a welcome party.
33:19There were many great performances.
33:22Midway, Julian stops me in the hall.
33:26Viv, I've something to say.
33:28He sped.
33:29I've nothing to say to you.
33:31Just five minutes.
33:32I'm not asking for forgiveness.
33:36I just want you to know I truly loved you.
33:39Have you forgotten all we've been through?
33:42I haven't.
33:43But it's all in the past.
33:44I shake off his hand.
33:46Julian, wake up.
33:47It's over.
33:48No, it's not.
33:51We can start over.
33:53Just then, Jason arrives.
33:55What is this?
33:56Let go of Viv.
33:57He stands before me.
34:00Julian looks at Jason.
34:01His gaze resentful.
34:03I just wanted a word with Viv.
34:05You've nothing.
34:06Jason glares at Julian.
34:07I'm warning you.
34:08Stay away from her.
34:09Or I won't be so polite.
34:11Then, Jason pulls me back to the party.
34:13He's still angry.
34:15Julian just won't go away.
34:17It's not worth being angry.
34:18After this, Julian seems to understand my resolve and stops bothering me.
34:23Sometimes he just watches me quietly from a distance.
34:27Our lives slowly get on track.
34:30Besides studying, Jason and I join some clubs and make new friends.
34:34One day, Jason runs back excitedly.
34:37Viv, I joined the racing club.
34:39I freeze for a moment.
34:40Worried.
34:41Jason, did you forget your past?
34:42Don't worry.
34:43I won't be reckless like before.
34:45Jason smiles.
34:46This club is very proper.
34:47With professional coaches.
34:49It's just a hobby.
34:50I won't be in any danger.
34:52I nod at his expectant gaze.
34:54All right, but be sure to stay safe.
34:56I know.
34:57Jason happily agrees.
34:58I know.
34:59Racing is his passion.
35:01I can't take away his joy because of the past accident.
35:04As long as he's safe.
35:06Jason excels at the racing club.
35:08With his talent and caution, he quickly becomes a core member.
35:12He often competes in amateur races and consistently gets good results.
35:16I'm glad to see him so happy.
35:18One day, Jason joins an important race.
35:21I'm there to cheer for him.
35:23The race is fierce.
35:24Jason is in the lead.
35:26All the way until the final lap.
35:28Suddenly, his car malfunctions.
35:30And he clearly slows down.
35:32The racers behind seize the chance and overtake him.
35:35Jason ends up in second place.
35:37After the race, I rush over.
35:39Jason, are you okay?
35:40I'm fine.
35:41He shakes his head.
35:42His expression's serious.
35:43The car looks tampered with.
35:45My heart sinks.
35:46Again?
35:47Are you sure?
35:48I ask nervously.
35:49Yes, I checked.
35:50The brakes were sabotaged.
35:52He says.
35:53Fortunately, I found out early, so there was no danger.
35:56Who did this?
35:58I think of Bianca, but she's far away.
36:01Is it Julian?
36:02Jason and I file a police report and notify the club.
36:06The club pulls the surveillance footage and quickly finds a lead.
36:10The night before the race, someone had tampered with Jason's car in the repair area.
36:16When we review the footage, we're shocked.
36:19When we review the footage, we're shocked to see Bianca.
36:20How did she get abroad?
36:22She's actually here.
36:23Jason's stunned and shocked.
36:25Bianca sure is persistent.
36:27She even came abroad just to harm us.
36:29The police quickly find Bianca and arrest her.
36:32Faced with evidence, Bianca confesses.
36:35She envies all I have and hates her life.
36:38So she tried to hurt Jason to hurt me.
36:40In the end, she's sentenced to two years in prison for damaging property and endangering public safety.
36:46Learning this?
36:47I feel no sympathy.
36:48After all, it's all her own doing.
36:51When Julian finds out, he guiltily approaches me.
36:54Viv, I'm sorry.
36:55Bianca became like this because of me.
36:58Not your fault.
36:58She brought it on herself.
37:00I say coldly,
37:01After this, Julian completely disappears, never showing up again.
37:05Jason and I finally return to peace.
37:08With Bianca's issue resolved, Jason and I focus on our studies.
37:12Time passes quickly.
37:13In the blink of an eye, four years pass.
37:16I graduate with top grades and a full master scholarship.
37:20Jason also graduates and gets many great offers, but rejects them all.
37:25Viv, I want to start a business, Jason says earnestly.
37:28I want to build a racing brand and create the safest, best racing gear.
37:32I'll back you.
37:33I smiled and say, if you need funds, I can help.
37:36Really?
37:37That's great.
37:38With an expert like you helping, I'll definitely succeed.
37:41I use my savings and borrow from Mrs. Brooke to fund Jason's startup.
37:47Jason starts his company.
37:49With his expertise and passion for racing, the company quickly grows.
37:54His equipment is safe and high quality.
37:56They're loved by many racing fans.
37:59I'm happy that Jason realized his dream.
38:02Meanwhile, during my master's, I begin preparing my own investment firm.
38:07My past life experiences gives me a sharp eye for the market.
38:11In this life, I'll definitely build a more successful business empire.
38:16After my investment firm is founded, with precise investment judgment, it quickly gains a foothold.
38:22I invest in several promising startups, all bringing good returns.
38:26Jason's company also grows, becoming a leader in racing gear.
38:30Jason and I are gaining fame overseas.
38:33Hearing this, Mrs. Brooke is proud.
38:36My children, you're amazing.
38:38One day, I get a call from the orphanage.
38:41Vivian, I have good news.
38:42The orphanage is expanding.
38:44Many people supported us.
38:46The director sounds pleased.
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