Chapter 128: Chapter 128: Adrian, I Love You

Wyatt was infuriated when he saw the message; the Vaughn Family was really shameless!

How could they have the nerve to claim that the Young Madam orchestrated this conspiracy single-handedly!

Chairman Goldsmith was found by Florence Warner, the black market drugs were bought by Fiona Vaughn, and yet they still wanted to pin it all on the Young Madam?!

...

Hearing Wyatt’s angry reprimand, Cecilia Vaughn in the backseat also took out her phone and began browsing.

The video showed Gregory Vaughn’s disgusting face, labeling Cecilia Vaughn as an ungrateful daughter to save the Vaughn Family and Radiant Group’s reputation, completely ignoring their shared bloodline.

Beside Gregory, Fiona Vaughn was silently shedding tears, her beautiful eyes full of silent accusation against her sister’s atrocities.

Gregory put his arm around his younger daughter’s shoulder, looking deeply hurt, and finally declared that a truth would be revealed to the public at a press conference in three days.

Watching Gregory’s tenderness towards Fiona Vaughn, a trace of sadness flickered in Cecilia Vaughn’s clear apricot eyes as she finally turned off the video.

...

Perhaps in her father’s eyes, she was the only one who could be sacrificed at any time?

Without his consent, how would Florence Warner and her daughter have the audacity to drug her at Radiant Group’s celebration?

Indeed, a daughter who had lost her reputation and spent three years in prison, now devoid of any marital value, could only be used as a bargaining chip in a transaction of wealth and sensuality.

How ridiculous...

...

Adrian Law’s slender hand rested in the girl’s palm, and then, their fingers interlocked tightly.

The man’s eyes were unfathomable, yet there was an unspeakable warmth within them.

"Cecilia, don’t be afraid, I’m here."

But she wasn’t afraid, was she?

Being plotted against by your own family is an indescribable pain...

Cecilia Vaughn wearily leaned against Adrian Law’s shoulder, looking at the city’s lights just beginning to come on, her voice light.

"Adrian, how about we go out for dinner today? I want to take a walk."

The subtle bamboo scent wrapping around her was calming, and Cecilia Vaughn’s clear eyes reflected a hint of lingering light, her expression somewhat lost.

...

Adrian Law’s eyes, as calm as the wind, steadily observed Cecilia Vaughn as he wrapped his arm over her thin shoulders, his voice low and pleasant.

"Alright, I’ll accompany you, you can eat whatever you want."

"Wyatt, stop the car. I’ll take Cecilia for a stroll, you can head straight home."

Wyatt looked at Cecilia Vaughn and Adrian Law worriedly; the Young Madam didn’t seem to be in good shape.

"Young Master, how about I stay with you through dinner, then take you both back to Starfall Bay later?"

Adrian Law shook his head.

"No need."

Wyatt sighed, eventually pulling over and watching the two walk farther away.

...

As the premier metropolis of Veridia, Stellerton’s night scene was bustling, with throngs of traffic and neon lights everywhere.

Adrian Law, knowing Cecilia Vaughn was in a bad mood, did not bother her. He quietly stayed by her side, conveying warmth through his palm.

He wanted her to know that no matter where or when, he would always stand by her side, forever protecting her.

...

The two silently walked down the street for over ten minutes, and Cecilia Vaughn’s gloomy mood finally eased. Looking at the man who had their fingers interlocked, her heart skipped a beat uncontrollably.

The girl lowered her eyelids slightly, a gentle warmth spreading through her entire body.

"Adrian, why did you come to the relocation ceremony today? It really wasn’t necessary..."

When the masked Adrian Law appeared in the hotel lobby, she almost instantly recognized him.

At that moment, her heart inexplicably trembled. Adrian Law had never spoken a word of love to her, yet he always appeared at her most critical moments.

What kind of fortune is it to have such a man by your side?

...

Adrian Law gently caressed Cecilia Vaughn’s silky hair, his tone unconsciously indulgent.

"Being silly again. You’re my wife. If I don’t come to protect you, then who will?"

Cecilia Vaughn paused, tears welling in her eyes.

"Adrian... You’re so good..."

This man, did he love her with his life?

She had a premonition that she might never find someone who’d treat her with such devotion, someone willing to give everything to protect her.

"Is that enough to satisfy you? Hmm?"

Adrian Law lowered his head slightly with a hint of pain, kissing Cecilia Vaughn’s tear-stained long eyelashes.

"Silly girl, being too easily moved isn’t good... If it were you in my place, I believe you’d drop everything to come."

Even with the most trusted Wyatt watching over her, he couldn’t focus on work, because to Adrian Law, nothing was more important than the little woman in front of him.

Cecilia Vaughn sniffled, holding Adrian Law tightly in her arms.

"Adrian, I love you."

She had never said the word love to anyone in her life because she was always too shy, believing love didn’t need to be expressed in words as long as it was proven by actions.

But seeing Adrian Law, Cecilia Vaughn’s heart was filled with warmth and emotion. She had a feeling that if she didn’t say it now, she might regret it in the next moment.

The moment she said "I love you," she didn’t feel it was cheesy but instead felt a relaxed ease of body and mind.

She finally acknowledged her own heart...

Even though she’d only spent a short month with this man, the feelings far exceeded what such a brief time should cover.

Perhaps she didn’t love him as much or as deeply as he loved her, but she would strive to love him a little more every day, doing everything to be good to him.

...

Adrian Law was stunned for half a second, evidently not expecting Cecilia Vaughn to say such words.

A violent joy seized the man’s heart!

His lips curled into a joyous arc, and he couldn’t resist embracing the girl tightly, almost wishing to merge them completely into one.

"Cecilia, darling, say it again, will you?"

"..."

Cecilia Vaughn was instantly embarrassed; she didn’t expect Adrian Law to react this way!

At first, it didn’t feel cheesy, but now that the man requested a repeat, she suddenly felt bashful.

Cecilia’s cheeks flushed with a tinge of pink as she gave him a playful, bashful glance.

"No... You haven’t confessed like this to me, and yet you want me to say it; I’m not falling for it!"

The man’s obsidian eyes sparkled, and his heart felt like Cecilia Vaughn had tossed a small pebble into it, setting off countless ripples.

"Silly Cecilia, I said it long ago—Cecilia, I love you."

In countless days and nights, all he thought about was her, wishing to bring her the best in the world, as long as Cecilia Vaughn was happy.

...

Having confessed their feelings to each other, Cecilia Vaughn’s heart was sweet, long forgetting about the Vaughn Family’s upcoming press conference.

She grabbed the man’s arm.

"Come, when you’re happy, you’re energetic. Adrian, why don’t we go for hotpot?"

"I know a place in Stellerton that has amazing hotpot. Come on, let’s go!"

Adrian Law held the girl’s hand, his eyes filled with boundless tenderness.

"Alright."

Whatever Cecilia fancied, he was willing to try, even if it were poison, he’d savor it.