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00:00My brother wanted revenge for his adopted sister on the dating reality show. I was filming
00:06he shoved a random food delivery guy onto the stage and
00:11Turned my life into a spectacle
00:14Under the spotlight his uber eats uniform was ridiculously out of place the audience erupted in laughter
00:22What's this delivery guy doing up there? Oh my god, the william saris is going to marry a delivery guy
00:30I stood frozen. My brother strode up wrapped his arm around me and whispered
00:36Emily last time you gave Sophie food poisoning and she had to have her stomach pumped
00:42She's still holding a grudge
00:44I had no choice to let you make a bit of a fool of yourself to make her feel better.
00:49She's young
00:50Just indulge her a little don't worry. It's just for show
00:55There's no way the family would actually let you marry a delivery guy
01:00The live studio erupted into chaos
01:04The host quickly tried to smooth things over
01:07Asking the delivery guy with a smile
01:10Hello, this is a live broadcast a dating show. Are you perhaps lost?
01:14That was when a snort of laughter rang out from the audience
01:19He's not blind since he stepped on stage. It means he's willing to match with Emily
01:24I turned sharply and met Alexander Gray's cold gaze
01:28He sat in the VIP section dressed in an Armani haute couture suit
01:33Hands folded on his knees
01:35His demeanor was that of a completely detached spectator. My heart ached so much. I could barely breathe
01:42We'd had a secret relationship for seven years and we'd agreed to go public today on this show
01:50From the moment the show began. I kept waiting for him. He never came on stage
01:56Instead what I got was his cold detached gaze from the sidelines
02:01The host sensing gossip asked
02:05Mr. Gray rumor has it that you and Emily grew up together
02:09Are you sure you won't come up to claim your childhood sweetheart?
02:14Alexander sneered
02:15childhood sweetheart
02:17That's just a wild misunderstanding
02:20David Williams shot to his feet pointing at Alexander
02:23His thundering voice echoed throughout the studio
02:27Alexander Gray you grew up my sister who was it that swore he'd marry no one but her and now
02:33you call it a misunderstanding
02:35what kind of asshole are you a few nepo babies in the front rows snickered and whispered loudly for everyone
02:43to feel
02:44Isn't it obvious?
02:46Mr. Gray has already moved on. I saw it with my own eyes yesterday
02:51Alexander was at a Tiffany store shopping for a diamond ring with Emily's adopted sister
02:57Heard his family forced him to show up today. He never planned to go and stay in the first place.
03:02So that was it
03:03I closed my eyes
03:05I closed my eyes forcing back the tears that threatened to fall
03:08When I opened them again, I took a step forward and said loudly
03:13What's wrong with being a delivery guy? Are you all so noble that you never order takeout?
03:18If he has the courage to stand up here, then I have the courage to choose him
03:23David grabbed my wrist
03:25Emily have you lost your mind?
03:28I looked up at him tears betraying me and falling
03:31When we were little
03:33David would carry me home whenever I scraped my knee
03:37He used to hold me in his arms and rock me to sleep
03:40But after Sophie arrived
03:42David revolved around her and no longer paid any attention to me
03:47I laughed
03:48Dave isn't this exactly what you wanted to see?
03:51The whole country is watching this livestream the William Sarris is marrying a delivery man
03:56Your precious Sophie should be satisfied now, right?
03:59David was stunned
04:01Then his brow furrowed deeply
04:03You're still blaming Sophie
04:05That day she was just
04:07I stopped listening to the rest, turned, and walked towards the figure in the delivery uniform on the other side
04:14of the stage
04:14The crowd parted automatically, their mocking eyes pricking me like needles
04:20As I passed Alexander, he stood up and blocked my path
04:25Emily don't be reckless
04:26He lectured me impatiently
04:28I know you're angry with me but there's no need to get back at me like this
04:32When I didn't respond, he softened his tone
04:35We grew up together
04:37I've always thought of you as a little sister
04:40Listen to me, come back to the family
04:42I'll help you find a good man who deserves you later
04:45I stopped and looked back at him with a mocking curve on my lips
04:49A little sister?
04:52Alexander stammered
04:53His eyes darting away
04:54Unable to meet my gaze
04:56I stared straight at him
04:59Alexander, is it so hard to admit you've fallen for Sophie?
05:02Done
05:05Calling me your sister as an excuse
05:07If you're going to hurt me, at least have the decency to be honest
05:11He hesitated, his face ashen
05:14I wanted to end this as quickly as possible
05:17I stepped around him and walked up to the delivery guy
05:20A reckless impulse seized me
05:23I looked up at him and asked loudly
05:25Hey, will you marry me?
05:29In that moment, all cameras focused on us
05:32The entire studio fell silent
05:35Even the director forgot to cut the feed
05:37David yelled from the audience
05:39Emily! Stop this nonsense! Come back here!
05:45Alexander stood not far away, watching me with indifference
05:49Under countless flashing lights, the delivery guy slowly took off his helmet
05:55A handsome face was revealed under the lights
05:58With deep, sharp features
06:01Especially those eyes, captivating
06:03Are you sure?
06:05I nodded
06:06Yes, he smiled
06:09Okay, I'll marry you
06:11As soon as the words left his mouth, David charged towards the stage
06:16Only to be pulled back by Alexander
06:19If you go up there now, you'll be playing right into her hands
06:23What do you mean?
06:25She's just throwing a tantrum
06:28She's been spoiled her whole life
06:30There's no way she'd actually marry a food delivery guy
06:34I heard him, but said nothing
06:36I grew up together with David Williams and Alexander Grey
06:40We used to be inseparable
06:42Until five years ago, when I went abroad to study
06:46I buried myself in coursework, days and nights blurring together
06:51And my calls home grew fewer and farther between
06:54My distance weighed heavily on my parents
06:57They grew quiet, dispirited
07:00And the Williams house, once full of laughter and warmth
07:04Slowly fell silent
07:06Then, Sophie appeared
07:08She was a distant relative from my grandmother's side
07:12With features that vaguely resemble mine
07:15After hearing her parents had died in a car accident
07:19My parents immediately took her in
07:22Sophie was lively and sweet
07:24The kind who always knew what to say
07:27It didn't take long for her to win everyone over
07:29Gradually, the Williams house became lively again because of her arrival
07:34While I, far away in a foreign country
07:37Seemed to be forgotten by everyone
07:40Until two years ago
07:41When I returned home after getting my degree
07:44I thought I'd be met with the joy of reunion
07:47But instead, my family was worried about Sophie feeling jealous
07:51And deliberately kept their distance from me
07:54I still remember the night I returned
07:56Standing outside the door
07:58I overheard my mother comforting Sophie
08:01Sophie honey, you will always be mom and dad's daughter
08:04That will never change
08:06Your sister has been abroad for so long
08:09Who knows what she's been through
08:12Her personality has turned so cold and aloof
08:19She's not as understanding and sweet as you are
08:26I felt like I'd been plunged into an ice cellar
08:29Standing frozen on the spot
08:31The news of the Williams heiress marrying a delivery guy spread like wildfire
08:37And quickly became a trending topic online
08:40When I returned to the villa
08:42The whole family was sitting on the living room sofa chatting
08:45When David finished telling them the story
08:48My father slammed his hand on the coffee table
08:51Nonsense
08:54That wretched girl has disgraced the Williams family
08:58My mother were organizing her new purchases
09:01When Emily comes back, don't yell at her
09:04Or she'll make sure there's no peace for the whole family
09:09She's definitely angry that her brother embarrassed her on the show
09:14That's why she's acting out and saying she'll marry the delivery guy
09:19She doesn't even know his background
09:24How could she actually marry him?
09:27She's not that stupid
09:29Sophie, sitting to the side, started crying
09:33Mom, this is all my fault?
09:37If David hadn't stood up for me, Emily wouldn't be acting like this
09:43My mother gently wiped her tears with a tissue
09:46Don't be silly
09:49Ever since your sister came back
09:51We've had to accommodate her
09:53And you've been forced to suffer
09:56This all has been a silly prank
10:02She won't actually do it
10:04My father chimed in
10:06Sophie
10:10This isn't your fault
10:12Your sister is just letting her temper get get in her way
10:17She wouldn't really joke about her own lifelong happiness
10:21As she spoke, my mother picked up a brand new Chanel bag and held it out to Sophie
10:28Sweetheart, come see if you like this color
10:31If you wait until your sister gets back
10:34She'll just fight you for it again
10:37Mid-sentence, her peripheral vision caught sight of me standing in the entryway
10:42The bag in her hand fell onto the couch with a thud
10:46Three days later, I met the delivery guy at a coffee shop
10:51The rich scent of coffee filled the air
10:53I stirred my caramel macchiato absentmindedly, watching the drizzle outside
10:59My thoughts hazy and unfocused
11:02It wasn't until someone sat down across the table that I snapped back to reality
11:07I looked up and froze in a face so ridiculously handsome it could stop hearts
11:13He was wearing a black tracksuit
11:16A world apart from the Uber Eats uniform he had on that day
11:19A smile gleamed in his eyes as he asked softly
11:25Miss Williams? Don't recognize me?
11:29Of course I do
11:31So, um, what's your name again?
11:34He settled across from me, his long fingers picking up the menu with commanding ease
11:40Ryan Scott
11:41I pulled a bank card from my bag and slid it across the table
11:45The pin is six-eighths
11:48Go buy whatever you like
11:50Sports cars
11:53Watches
11:54Whatever
11:54In one week
11:55We'll go register our marriage
11:58Ryan glanced briefly at the card but didn't take it
12:02Instead, he looked up and met my eyes directly
12:06Miss Williams
12:07Are you truly set on marrying a delivery guy like me who has nothing?
12:11My heart clenched
12:13And his challenge sparked a stubborn defiance in me
12:17What? Having second thoughts?
12:19Is marrying me too intimidating for you after all?
12:23He chuckled softly and pushed the card back towards me
12:26What are you doing?
12:28I asked, confused
12:30He simply smiled
12:33A real man doesn't need a woman's money
12:35One week from now, I'll see you at the courthouse
12:38I nodded
12:39Okay
12:42After parting ways with Ryan, it was already evening
12:45When I returned to the mansion, my family was having dinner
12:49Alexander was there too, sitting right next to Sophie
12:54My appearance instantly wiped the smiles off everyone's faces
12:59My appearance made all the smiles vanish instantly, plunging everyone into an awkward silence
13:06David was the first to react, waving me over
13:09Emily, come join us for dinner
13:11I shook my head
13:13Not hungry
13:15I'm going upstairs
13:17As I turned to leave, my mother suddenly stopped me
13:23Emily, there's something we need to discuss with you
13:27I stopped
13:29What is it?
13:30She walked up to me, hesitating for a moment before speaking
13:34Your father and I have discussed it
13:37And we've decided to make your sister and Alexander's engagement official
13:42I looked up at Alexander
13:44He instinctively avoided my gaze
13:47Seeing this, I laughed coldly
13:50My mother grabbed my hand
13:52I know you and Alexander have been close since childhood
13:56But feelings require mutual consent
13:58They can't be forced
14:00Mom will definitely make it up to you later
14:03I quietly pulled my hand back, interrupting her
14:07Enough, mom
14:10I have no objections
14:12I wish my sister and future brother-in-law a lifetime of love and happiness
14:17Forever and always
14:20I hadn't expected Alexander to follow me
14:23He held my wrist tightly, refusing to let go
14:27I frowned
14:30Alexander, what do you think you're doing?
14:33He lowered his gaze slightly and said softly
14:38I know you said those things because you're angry with me
14:42You must be feeling really hurt right now, aren't you?
14:46I used to think that at least Alexander was the one person Sophie couldn't steal away from me
14:51Two years ago when I first came back
14:54Sophie was obsessed with framing me for various things
14:59Painting herself as the victim
15:02Back then, no matter how I tried to explain
15:05No one was willing to believe me
15:07Except for Alexander
15:09He would wrap his hands around mine and say
15:13I believe you
15:16I'll always be on your side
15:18He would also maintain his distance from Sophie
15:21Because she deliberately copied all my daily outfits and the way I spoke
15:26I thought Alexander, my childhood friend who had sworn to marry no one but me
15:32Who cared for me so attentively, would remain loyal to me
15:36But in the end, he still chose to break my heart just like the others
15:42When will you stop this?
15:45If I really wanted something between me and Sophie to happen
15:49Who are you to say anything?
15:52No wonder your parents prefer their adopted daughter
15:54Who could stand your prickly, defensive attitude?
15:57If I so much as say an extra word to Sophie
16:00You make a huge scene
16:03All suspicious and paranoid like a shrew
16:07Fine, I'll tell you now
16:09Sophie is gentler, more understanding
16:11And a million times more attractive to me than you are
16:14Are you satisfied now?
16:17Back then, I loved him so deeply
16:20That even upon hearing such hurtful words
16:23My first reaction wasn't anger
16:26But doubting whether I was truly in the wrong
16:29It was only later that I realized Alexander always claimed to dislike Sophie
16:34But never actually refused her increasingly intimate and boundary-crossing behaviors
16:39It was his inconsistency between words and actions that drove me to a breakdown
16:46The fault was his, not mine
16:48Seeing me silent, Alexander thought he had hidden more
16:52He sighed lightly and continued on his own
16:57Emily, we grew up together
16:58And have many beautiful memories
17:02I don't want us to end up cutting ties completely
17:05Here's the deal
17:08If you behave and stop targeting Sophie all the time
17:11I might consider
17:14Seeing you on the side
17:15After all, we're physically compatible
17:18And things are perfect in bed
17:20I looked at him in disbelief
17:25How could you...
17:26Alexander added
17:27But you have to promise me one thing
17:30You behave from now on
17:33And done
17:34Give Sophie any more trouble
17:37I couldn't take it anymore
17:38I shook off his hand and screamed
17:42Get lost
17:44In the blink of an eye
17:45The day arrived for Ryan and me to register our marriage
17:50Coincidentally, it was also Sophie's birthday
17:52Over the past week, thanks to the Williams family's control over the media narrative
17:58The scandal from the live dating show had almost completely died down
18:02After all, who would seriously believe the Williams heiress would actually marry a delivery guy
18:09Even my parents and brother thought what I said on the show was just me throwing a fit
18:14But they didn't know
18:15I was utterly disillusioned and disappointed with this family
18:19And had long wanted to leave
18:21That morning, I was just about to go downstairs for breakfast
18:25As I reached the staircase, I heard David shouting impatiently
18:30Hurry up!
18:31Finds out we're taking Sophie to Miami for her birthday
18:34She'll definitely make a scene and want to come along
18:37My mother sounded hesitant
18:39Are we really leaving Emily home alone?
18:43Won't she be upset?
18:46For some reason, I have a bad feeling about this
18:50My father urged while packing
18:52Don't overthink it
18:54I finally managed to get time off
18:56The butler and servants are here to look after her
18:59It's not like she'll starve
19:00Sophie piped up, pretending to be considerate
19:04Maybe we should take Emily with us?
19:06David snorted lightly
19:08Do you want to have a proper birthday or not?
19:10My mother sighed softly
19:12When we get back, we can buy her some extra gifts and cheer her up properly
19:17Half an hour later, everything fell completely silent downstairs
19:21I opened my door and looked out at the sky
19:25Clear and blue, as if washed clean
19:28What beautiful weather
19:29I called for the butler waiting nearby
19:32Mike, I have some good news for you
19:34I'm getting married today
19:36But I never, ever, expected that Ryan had arranged a fleet to pick me up
19:42A line of sleek, all-black Rolls-Royce phantoms gleamed in front of the mansion
19:47Parked so perfectly, that neighbors couldn't help but stop and stare
19:52What surprised me even more, was that he'd rented the city's largest digital billboard
19:58Looping announcements of our wedding for everyone to see
20:02I sat in the car, staring at the spectacle
20:05More fitting for a corporate merger than a personal celebration
20:08And something about it felt off
20:12Where did a delivery guy get this kind of money?
20:16But remembering his commanding composure from the coffee shop
20:19My intuition told me his identity was anything but simple
20:23Meanwhile, the Williams family's private jet had just landed in Miami when it encountered a severe hurricane
20:31The worst in a decade
20:33Looking at the sudden storm and torrential rain outside the window
20:37Sophie frowned
20:39Her grand birthday party was likely ruined
20:42But they couldn't apply for a return flight that same day
20:46So they had to schedule one for three days later
20:49Three days later, when the Williams family returned home
20:53They immediately sensed something was wrong
20:56The butler and servants stood lined up in the entryway
20:59Not daring to make a sound
21:02My mother was the first to react
21:04Frowning as she asked the butler
21:07Where's Emily?
21:08The servants exchanged glances
21:11Finally, the butler stepped forward, stammering
21:14The young lady
21:15She got married and moved out
21:18We truly couldn't stop her
21:21What?
21:22My parents and brother exclaimed in unison
21:24Their faces filled with shock
21:27My father grabbed the butler's arm, demanding sternly
21:31Who did she marry?
21:33It's that delivery guy
21:35Who was pushed on stage
21:37During the show
21:38The day they registered at the county clerk's office
21:41Not only did he send a Rolls-Royce fleet to pick Mess Williams up
21:45But he also booked all the city's eyes advertising screens
21:48The media followed the whole ceremony
21:51Now, it spread throughout the entire upper-class circle
21:58My mother's vision went black
22:00And she went limp, caught just in time by David
22:04She cried
22:05This child
22:07How could she be so foolish?
22:10What prospects does a livery guy have?
22:14It must be a romance scam
22:18What if Emily gets kidnapped and taken to an organ farm?
22:24Sophie, while comforting my mother, sighed
22:28How could Emily ruin the Williams family like this simply out of spite?
22:32And now she's made Mom so worried, so immature
22:36As she turned, David caught the victorious smirk she hadn't quite managed to conceal
22:42He froze for a moment, then said coldly
22:45Sophie, now is not the time
22:48Sophie was stunned
22:50Unable to believe her always doting brother would speak to her like that
22:55David stared straight at her, a sliver of doubt rising in his heart
23:00Sophie, tell me the truth
23:04Last time when you said Emily liberally gave you something you're allergic to
23:08Accusing you to get food poisoning and have your stomach pumped
23:12Was that actually true?
23:14Sophie opened her mouth to speak, but David cut her off
23:18Think carefully before you answer
23:20If I find out you lied, you know the consequences
23:27Tears welled up in her eyes, and she cried, gasping for breath
23:31It was... it was me who was carelessness
23:35I ate the wrong thing
23:37I was afraid you'd say I was greedy and irresponsible
23:42David roared in disbelief
23:45So you framed Emily
23:47Said she deliberately tried to harm you
23:49And because of that, I had to embarrass her on national TV
23:54His face was extremely grim
23:57My mother also looked at Sophie in stunned disappointment
24:02Sophie...
24:03How could you do this?
24:05Sophie, frightened, hid behind my father
24:09Just as David was about to press further
24:12My father suddenly spoke up to stop him
24:16Enough, Sophie is just young and doesn't know any better
24:19It was just a joke, nothing major
24:22David was dumbfounded
24:23He looked at father's blatantly indulging expression
24:27The words stuck in his throat
24:29The sun was shining brightly outside, warming the living room
24:33But David felt chilled to the bone
24:36And this was only the truth Sophie admitted under his pressure
24:40What about the things he didn't know?
24:42He suddenly remembered how, in the past
24:46Emily had tried to explain herself through tears
24:50Time and time again
24:52It wasn't me!
24:55I didn't give that to her to eat
24:57I didn't take her Bulgari necklace
25:00Really, it wasn't me
25:02But from start to finish
25:03No one had ever seriously listened to her explanations
25:10Everyone's inherent bias had subconsciously convicted her all along
25:14A burning heat prickled the corners of his eyes
25:17David looked down at his own hands
25:20Suddenly realizing with a start
25:22All these years, his seemingly neutral silence
25:26How was it any different from his father's outright favoritism?
25:31Thinking this, he turned and went upstairs without another word
25:35Ryan rented an iconic villa in Beverly Hills
25:38The house wasn't huge, but it was clean and tastefully maintained
25:43There was an orange tree in the yard, laden with large, sweet fruit
25:48The Williams family showed up at our doorstep just as Ryan had gone out on business
25:53The old garden gate was forcibly kicked open by bodyguards
25:57And my father stormed in with his lackeys
26:00After looking around, he pointed at me and scolded
26:04Emily!
26:06You've disgraced the Williams family!
26:09Come home with me
26:11I put down the watering can and looked up calmly
26:14I'm married
26:15This is my home now
26:17My father kicked a flower pot out of the way and pointed an accusing finger at my nose
26:24That delivery guy doesn't even have a proper job!
26:29This isn't a real Mariag, it's a sham!
26:33What's wrong with being a delivery guy?
26:37I took a step forward, sneering
26:39He earns his living with his own hands
26:43Which is way better than what snobs like you do!
26:49You brat!
26:50My father's face turned purple with rage
26:54Are you determined to defy me?
26:57Finding some lowlife to piss us off?
27:00What kind of love spell has that delivery guy cast to make you throw away all your dignity?
27:06I let out a cold laugh
27:07So in your eyes is everyone outside the Williams family beneath you
27:12Sophie acts cute and plays the victim and that makes her a light
27:16But I work for everything I have and that's somehow me
27:21To fall
27:22My father was left speechless by my retort
27:26Enough!
27:27Both of you, stop it!
27:30My mother hurried forward to pull my father back
27:33Then turned to me and coaxed softly
27:35Emily, Emily, don't speak to your father like that
27:39He's worried about you, afraid you'll suffer
27:42That boy doesn't have a stable job
27:47How will you live in the future?
27:50How we live is none of your concern
27:52I shot them a cold glance
27:54At least he won't always put an adopted family member before his own blood
28:00Like you all do
28:03My mother sighed
28:05I know we wronged you before because of Sophie
28:08But she's admitted her mistake
28:11Can't you forgive her?
28:13I found everything utterly ridiculous
28:16Last month, when Sophie falsely accused me of stealing her favorite Bulgari necklace
28:22They froze all my credit cards
28:24Now Sophie had made a mistake
28:27And they think a few scolding words can just brush it aside
28:31I looked up and said flatly
28:34Fine
28:36If you want me to come back, sure
28:38My parents were both stunned, waiting for my next words
28:41I took a deep breath and enunciated each word slowly
28:45On
28:46On
28:47The
28:48Condition
28:50That
28:51You
28:52Kick
28:53Sophie
28:54Out
28:56Of the
28:57Williams
28:58Family
29:00No
29:01No way
29:02No way
29:02No way
29:04Hearing this completely expected answer
29:06I smiled wryly to myself
29:09My parents love had long been a luxury for me
29:12Fortunately, I had stopped expecting it long ago
29:15My mother seemed to realize they had refused too quickly and spoke awkwardly
29:20Sophie is still your sister after all
29:23What grudge can't be settled among family?
29:27She pulled Sophie over
29:29Sophie
29:30Apologize to your sister now
29:32She timidly stepped forward choking up
29:36Sister, I'm sorry
29:38It was all my fault
29:40I turned my face away
29:42Not wanting to watch her hypocritical performance
29:45Seeing I remained unmoved
29:47She suddenly threw herself to her knees
29:50And wrapped her arms around my legs
29:52Sister
29:54You can hit me or scold me
29:57Whatever you want
29:59Just please don't be angry with mom and dad anymore
30:04My mother exclaimed
30:06Sophie
30:07Get up quickly
30:09My father also frowned
30:12Emily
30:12Your sister is apologizing like this
30:15What more do you want?
30:17Sophie was crying pitifully on the surface
30:20But her hands were secretly pinching my calf hard
30:24A sharp pain shot through me
30:28And I instantly understood her game
30:31Let go
30:31I said coldly
30:33She held on even tighter
30:35Her nails digging deeper
30:36While crying out
30:38I won't get up until you forgive me
30:42I said let go
30:44For the last time
30:45Sophie looked up at me
30:46A flash of triumph in her teary eyes
30:50She was counting on me not making a scene in front of our parents
30:54But she miscalculated
30:56I sharply pulled my leg back
30:58In the moment she was stunned
31:00I raised my hand and slapped her heart across the face
31:03That slap is for pinching me just now
31:07Sophie covered her face
31:09Dumbfounded
31:10Before she could react
31:12I backhanded her with another slap
31:14And this one is for all the times you set me up over the years
31:19She was completely dazed
31:21Collapsing to the floor
31:22Tears streaming down
31:24Sister
31:26I already apologized
31:28Why did you hit me?
31:32My father was furious
31:35Emily! Have you lost your mind?
31:39My mother hurried to help Sophie up, examining her face
31:43My father, enraged, raised his hand to strike me
31:47Incorrigible
31:48I'll teach you a lesson today
31:51I instinctively closed my eyes
31:53But the expected blow
31:55Never came
31:56When I opened my eyes
31:58A row of bodyguards had appeared in front of me
32:00Forming a trained protective circle
32:03The lead bodyguard had a firm grip on my father's raised hand
32:08Who are you people?
32:09How dare you cause trouble here?
32:12My father was both shocked and angry
32:14My mother quickly shielded Sophie behind her
32:17Sophie, I got you
32:20Just then
32:21A familiar voice came from outside the circle of people
32:26I'd like to ask my father-in-law why he's laying hands on my wife
32:29When Ryan walked in through the door
32:32I almost didn't recognize him
32:34He was wearing a black suit
32:36And the watch on his wrist was an RM Crystal Polo
32:39Worth about 40 million
32:41The bodyguards bowed in unison
32:44Sir!
32:46My father was dumbstruck
32:48A man wearing gold-rimmed glasses stepped forward and handed my father a business card
32:54Mr. Williams, I am the special assistant to the CEO of the Scott Group
33:00This is the only son of our chairman, Scott
33:03The sole heir to the Scott Group
33:07My father's hand trembled uncontrollably as he took the card
33:14Scott?
33:16Which Scott?
33:17The Scott family, the wealthiest in San Francisco
33:21The Scott Group
33:23The assistant smiled faintly
33:25Might I ask in what way is the Mr. Scott unworthy of Miss Williams?
33:30My father quickly withdrew his hand, forcing composure
33:33Mr. Scott
33:36This is all a massive misunderstanding
33:40Misunderstanding?
33:41Ryan walked to my side and put his arm around my shoulder
33:44I could have sworn I saw someone about to hit my wife just now
33:48Nothing of the sort
33:50My father waved his hands hastily
33:53We were just here to see how Emily is doing
33:58We have matters to attend to
34:01We should be going
34:02He tugged at my mother's sleeve
34:04She caught on immediately
34:07Yes, yes, we were just leaving
34:10Sophie still stood frozen
34:12My father grabbed her arm
34:14Aren't you coming?
34:17Watching their hurried retreat
34:19I shook my head with a bitter smile
34:21After Ryan dismissed the bodyguards and his assistant
34:25The villa was quiet, just the two of us
34:28The atmosphere was undeniably awkward
34:30Now that I knew his true identity
34:33I couldn't help feeling self-conscious
34:36And my gaze kept darting away whenever I looked at him
34:42He noticed my discomfort
34:43And patiently explained
34:45My father wants me to take over the family business
34:49But I'd rather make my own way
34:51To experience life
34:54And temporarily avoid the family arrangements
34:58I took a job delivering food
35:00That day at the show, I'd actually just finished my last delivery
35:04And was dragged along by a co-worker to fill an audience seat
35:07Then he changed the subject
35:08But that wasn't the first time we met
35:12A month ago
35:14Outside a building in the financial district
35:18You gave a business lunch you were about to throw away to a delivery guy
35:23Remember?
35:24I thought carefully, then shook my head slightly
35:27No, I don't
35:28Ryan smiled wryly
35:30I covered my face in embarrassment
35:32The atmosphere did lighten a bit
35:36Ryan brought two lounge chairs out onto the balcony
35:39We sat side by side
35:41He told me many stories about his life in San Francisco
35:45He said he'd been raised as the heir since childhood
35:48He started interning in the family business at 15
35:51And his first proposal saved the company tens of millions in costs
35:55At 17, he independently managed an investment project
36:00Whose return rate impressed even the bored veterans
36:03By 25, he was driving the group's digital transformation
36:08Earning praise for his capabilities even from competitors
36:12Suddenly, he stopped and turned to look at me
36:15What about you?
36:17What was your life like before you met me?
36:20The question caught me off guard
36:23After a long while, I said softly
36:26I was someone who could be abandoned at any time
36:31Ryan quietly moved his lounge chair closer and listened attentively
36:35I continued, recounting my past
36:39By the end, my eyes were a little wet
36:41Just as I was about to raise my hand
36:44Ryan took it in his
36:45He looked at me
36:47It won't be like that anymore
36:49With me, you will always be the first priority
36:52No one can replace you
36:54When we go back to San Francisco
36:56I'll definitely make it up to you with a grand wedding
36:59I looked up at him
37:00The spark in his eyes was brighter than the city lights
37:04The night breeze picked up again
37:06Gently swaying the wind chime on the balcony
37:09Stars twinkled in the night sky
37:11In that moment, my long, silent heart began to race
37:15Before I knew it, spring had arrived
37:17While browsing in a mall, I spotted a Dior fleece dress I liked
37:22Just as I picked it up to try on
37:24An annoying voice came from behind
37:27Hey, I'll take that dress
37:29It was Sophie, of course
37:32She hurried over and tried to snatch the dress from my hands
37:36Emily, I have a banquet next week and need a dress just like this
37:41I held onto the hanger tightly, not yielding an inch
37:44During the struggle, there was a commotion at the boutique entrance
37:48The staff greeted respectfully
37:50Mr. Grey, welcome
37:51I looked up and saw Alexander standing in the doorway
37:55He glanced at me dismissively
37:57Emily, let Sophie have it
38:00It's just a dress
38:01I sneered
38:02Why should I?
38:04Alexander frowned deeply
38:06His tone impatient
38:08Have you forgotten what I told you?
38:10If you want to be with me
38:12The most important thing is to stop targeting Sophie everywhere
38:15Making a scene over a dress like this
38:18How does that look?
38:19I was about to speak when a familiar, cool voice came from behind
38:24Oh, I wasn't aware my wife had any intention of being with you
38:28Alexander turned sharply, his face changing dramatically
38:33What did you say?
38:34Ryan, holding my favorite cupcake, walked over slowly
38:37He ignored everyone else, came to my side, and naturally wrapped his arm around my waist
38:43Mr. Grey, you must have just returned from your business trip and haven't heard the news
38:48Emily is already legally married to me
38:51She is now my Mrs. Scott
38:53As the last word fell, Alexander was completely stunned
38:57He first muttered
39:00How is that possible?
39:02Then, as if remembering something, he looked sharply at Sophie
39:07Is what he said true?
39:09Sophie's face turned pale, and she whispered
39:12The delivery guy from the show
39:14And also the sole heir of the Scott family from San Francisco
39:18Alexander still asked unwillingly
39:22Emily, did you really marry him?
39:26Before I could answer, Ryan stepped in front of me, blocking his view
39:31You like this dress?
39:33He asked me, looking down
39:34Then we'll buy it
39:36Or should we just buy every new design in this entire store?
39:40With that, he handed a black card to the associate, and paid without hesitation
39:44When Ryan and I left, Alexander still stood rigidly in place like a statue
39:50Incessantly muttering to himself
39:55Impossible
39:59Didn't she love me the most?
40:02Ryan's grandmother's 80th birthday was approaching
40:05These grand celebrations were really not my thing
40:09But he wouldn't stop pestering me
40:10Babby, can you really leave your husband
40:15To face all those socialite heiresses alone?
40:18He whined, leaning close and putting on a pitiful expression
40:22When I still didn't budge, he edged even closer
40:25And aren't you worried?
40:26Your husband's so handsome
40:28What if some wealthy heiress sets her sights on him?
40:31I couldn't help but laugh and pretended to pinch him
40:34In the end, I succumbed to his charming persuasion
40:38And accompanied him to the birthday banquet
40:40Upon entering the Scott estate, I was stunned by the sheer extravagance of everything
40:45A white, castle-like building stood at the center of a meticulously manicured garden
40:51I had never seen such a luxurious private residence and found myself momentarily unable to move
40:57Ryan sensed my nervousness and took my hand
41:00Don't be afraid, just stay with me
41:02Entering the main house, a crystal chandelier spanning over 30 feet
41:07Nearly blinded me with its brilliance
41:09The hall was filled with elegantly dressed guests
41:12All sizing me up beside Ryan
41:14He led me to the head table where the matriarch sat
41:17Surrounded by crystal glasses and silver candelabras
41:20Grandma happy Vey death
41:22Wishing you health, happiness
41:25And many more wonderful years
41:27He said
41:28I quickly handed over the gift I'd carefully chosen
41:31Grandma
41:33I picked out this limited edition designer scarf for you
41:37I hope you like it
41:38A few scoffs echoed from nearby
41:41One society lady rolled her eyes
41:43A designer scarf?
41:45That's it?
41:46She's seen everything money can buy
41:50Seriously?
41:51Another whispered
41:52At her age, she probably has ten of those already
41:55This is so...
41:58Basic
41:59My cheeks burned, and I opened my mouth to defend myself
42:03But Mrs. Scott just smiled
42:05And accepted the gift warmly
42:07She carefully touched the fabric of the scarf
42:10Her eyes lighting up
42:12Oh my, this pattern
42:14This is hands shitched by a master artisan's, is it?
42:19Not many young ladies would pick something so thoughtful these days
42:23Ryan quickly added
42:24Emily spent a long time choosing it
42:29She said this color and design suited you best
42:34Well done, sweetheart
42:36Mrs. Scott said, pulling my hand close
42:39Compared to all those flashy, over-the-top gifts
42:43This one's full of thought and care
42:45The society ladies who had been sneering earlier suddenly went pale
42:50Ryan shot a cold glance across the room
42:53No one gets to judge the gift my wife gave
42:57The room fell silent
42:59Not a single guest dared to show disdain
43:02Mrs. Scott patted the back of my hand
43:05Come, sit next to me
43:07Tell me how you found such a unique gift
43:10Just as I sat down
43:11A commotion erupted outside
43:13A few uniformed police officers entered
43:16Their voices serious
43:17Sorry to interrupt
43:18We've received an urgent report
43:20We need Emily Williams to come with us regarding an investigation into alleged major financial fraud by the Williams Group
43:28Stepping out of the police station
43:29I was completely stunned
43:31The Williams Group
43:32Accused of massive financial fraud
43:34Its entire funding chain in jeopardy
43:37Sophie had fled with the money
43:39Leaving the entire mess for the Williams family to clean up
43:42It turned out she had exploited her position
43:46Embezzling funds and colluding with outsiders to orchestrate the entire scheme
43:50Her repeated claims of being bullied by me were just a cover for her crimes
43:54And Alexander had been in on it all along
43:57The Grey family pulling out their investment
44:00That was the final straw that crushed the Williams Group
44:03I quickly hailed a cab
44:04And headed straight to the Williams Group headquarters
44:07The CEO's office was empty
44:09I dialed my father's number
44:11My hands trembling
44:14Dad, where are you?
44:16A long silence
44:17Then his hoarse voice
44:19Emily
44:21I'm sorry
44:23Sorry for what?
44:25Where are you right now?
44:27It's my fault
44:30From the very beginning
44:33I shouldn't have indulged Sophie
44:36I shouldn't have let you suffer again and again
44:39I cut him off, panic rising
44:41None of that matters
44:44Just tell me where you are
44:47It's too late
44:49It's all too late
44:51Dad!
44:52The line went dead
44:53I looked up and froze
44:54Through the floor to ceiling window
44:56I saw a figure plummeting from the top floor
44:59I collapsed to the ground
45:01My phone slipping from my hands
45:03Screams erupted from outside
45:05The next day
45:07The Williams Group officially declared bankruptcy
45:10At my father's funeral
45:11David was arrested for financial fraud
45:14My mother couldn't bear the shock
45:16My mother couldn't bear the shock and fell gravely ill
45:17She was sent back to my aunt's home to recover
45:20The Williams family, once untouchably powerful, had crumbled overnight
45:25That weekend, I went to visit David in prison
45:28He looked gaunt, wearing prison garb
45:31Through the glass, he choked back tears
45:33Emily
45:35I'm so sorry
45:38I finally understand what it's like
45:40To be betrayed by someone you trust the most
45:45Emily
45:46I was blind
45:49I ruined dad
45:51I ruined the Williams family
45:54David
45:55I whispered
45:56Just survive in there
45:58He froze
45:59Then tears streamed down his face as he nodded fiercely
46:03When I left
46:04David laughed
46:05First softly, then hysterically
46:08Tears streaming down his cheeks
46:10Karma
46:12It's all karma
46:13I had once naively thought that moving to San Francisco with Ryan
46:18To become the Scott family's young mistress was the perfect ending
46:22But stepping into the Scott estate for the first time
46:25Reality hit me like a thunderclap
46:27That afternoon, a woman in a Chanel couture suit stormed in, fury blazing
46:32Before I could even react, she slapped me hard
46:35Do you even know Ryan and I have been betrothed since childhood?
46:39I'm his rightful fiancere!
46:43I froze, my cheek burning
46:45Later, I learned she was Rebecca Morrow
46:47The only daughter of a major investment tycoon
46:51And Ryan's childhood sweetheart
46:53That evening, Ryan came home and saw my swollen cheek
46:56He immediately brought a first aid kit and gently applied cold compresses
47:01Emily, I've always seen Rebecca as a sister
47:06That childhood betrothal?
47:07It was just a formality from our families
47:11I would never accept it myself
47:12He even got down on one knee, holding my hand
47:16Once I resolve this, I'll give you the perfect wedding
47:19And in that moment, I still held on to hope
47:23I thought he could fix everything
47:24Until the next day, when the news came
47:27Rebecca had attempted suicide and was rushed to the hospital
47:30Ryan got the call and dashed out in a panic, barely grabbing a coat
47:35He returned at 2am, utterly exhausted
47:38Sitting beside me, he spoke cautiously
47:40Emily, I can hold the wedding for you right now
47:46And, could you move out?
47:48Rebecca's in a fragile state
47:50Wait until she's stable, then
47:53I didn't even hear the rest
47:54That last thread of hope snapped completely
47:57I realized then, staying by his side meant a lifetime trapped in the chaos of wealth and family drama
48:04If one Rebecca existed, how many more could follow?
48:08Handsome, rich, irresistible
48:10Ryan could attract as many Rebecca's as he wanted
48:13The thought made me shiver at the life I would be resigning to
48:16I looked him in the eye, and said firmly
48:19Ryan, we're getting a divorce
48:23When I turned to leave, he grabbed my hand
48:25I dodged it, I sneered
48:27You promised me
48:28No more suffering, no more abandonment
48:31If you can, keep a promise
48:34Don't say it
48:36That day, I walked out of the Scott Estate alone
48:39The early autumn wind kissed my face
48:42And for the first time in my life, I felt truly free
48:46After the divorce, Ryan gave me a settlement
48:49With that, I moved to Los Angeles
48:52Here, opportunities are equal
48:54And women can chase careers without compromise
48:57I opened a fashion studio on Beverly Drive
49:01Calling it, one, signifying, unique, unparalleled
49:04Now, one has earned a solid reputation in the city
49:08Ryan occasionally comes to Los Angeles on business
49:11Sometimes visiting my studio with friends
49:14Sometimes alone
49:15Whether he eventually married that childhood fiancé, I don't care
49:19I used to define myself by others' choices
49:23Trapped by abandonment and resentment
49:25Now, I am no longer a vine clinging to someone else
49:29I am a tree standing on my own
49:32I sway with the wind
49:33I grow in the sun
49:35This is the way I truly belong in the world
49:38The place is also a place that is not the place to observe
49:38It is the most important part
49:38It is the most important part
49:38Then there's a place where I am
49:38You will have a certain spot
49:38Now, the homeowner will be both
49:39We will have to make solo
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