Captivated by the Ruler of the Underworld

"My brother was only ten when he went missing. What could he possibly do? I still don't know what happened during those years, and I dare not ask." Moreover, he and his brother had an inherited an illness from their mother's side of the family.

It was incurable, subjecting him to monthly bouts of agony.

And he was confined to home.

While there were servants, nutrient solutions, painkillers, and blood transfusions at his disposal, but what about his brother?

He had to endure it, with no respite!

"To be honest, I once thought he had died out there."

At the age of ten, plagued by a genetic ailment resulting in monthly afflictions, no matter how strong he may be, how far could he realistically aspire to go?

In the end, he was only tormented, slowly dying in a foreign land.

"

At ten years old, he was taken by traffickers...

How did Sylvester make it through?

"I dare not ask him. I'm afraid to know about his past. But not asking doesn't mean it doesn't exist," Charlie's eyes reddened.

"No one taught us how to love someone, but I believe my brother will learn. He will try his best to learn how to love and protect someone for the sake of his sister-in-law."

After all, my brother was once severely injured for him.

Charlie stopped there and didn't say anything else. He glanced at Lela and continued, "I'm not saying these things to make my sister-in-law feel sorry for my brother. I'm just speaking from my heart." With that, Charlie stormed out of the room.

Lela sat on the windowsill, gazing outside.

Sylvester, your childhood was like this.

That's why you are so ruthless because, besides being ruthless to others, you have no other choice.

...

Sylvester sat downstairs for a long time before deciding to go up.

He held a plate of fruits and pastries, standing outside Lela's door. He hesitated for a while but still knocked.

It wouldn't be good if the little one was starving; it's a critical period for growth.

Lela heard the knocking and turned to look at the door.

After some thought, she walked over and opened it.

Sylvester stood at the door, tall and upright, his usually arrogant amber eyes filled with guilt and concern. "Little one, even if you are angry, you still need to eat." Lela immediately broke her guard.

He was just ignorant at that time, right?

If he knew, he wouldn't have treated her like that, would he?

He said she was his most important person.

Lela walked over and threw herself into his arms, her voice muffled. "I want a hug."

"It's because of you that I feel upset. You need to comfort me."

"You... have you forgiven me?"

Sylvester looked at Lela in astonishment.

Lela nestled against his chest, nodding. In her heart, she had never blamed him.

Sylvester couldn't believe that the little one forgave him so quickly.

His face lit up with joy, a hint smugness flickering in his eyes.

He set the fruit plate aside, lifted her up, and walked toward the room, leaving a kiss on her forehead, full of indulgence and intimacy.

...

Time passed quickly.

Charlie was busy with final exams and still hadn't returned.

Sylvester had also set aside that issue. However, this exclusion pertained only to safeguarding Lela from those who bullied her.

After Lela's family dealt with the incident, they didn't pursue Yan Long and instead stayed at home to comfort Lela.

They didn't find another school for her either. Since summer vacation was approaching, they just let the little one enjoy herself for a while.

Mildred inquired with Mr. Gomez whether they should initiate an inquiry into the individual who aided Miss Lela in concealing the truth.

Sylvester pondered for a moment, but it's unclear what he was thinking as he didn't give any orders.

The matter wasn't mentioned again.

...

Mr. Tang's banquet was held in the large wild park on the outskirts of Greafury City.

When Sylvester brought Lela over, most of the people were already there.

Apart from some important figures from Greafury City, they were mainly prominent individuals from Central City.

Trenton Salazar, Burl Cain, and Goy Gomez had all rushed over and were chatting together.

Young gentlemen with beautifully dressed companions were mingling in between.

Burl Cain sat on a stool, looking at Josh Fudge beside him and teasing, "I wonder what treasure Mr. Tang has acquired that he's being so secretive about. He won't tell us." Josh Fudge took a sip of red wine and pretended to be mysterious, "I heard Mr. Cain enjoys excitement. You'll find out soon enough. We're going to play an exciting game later." Burl Cain raised an eyebrow, "I am truly looking forward to it."

Sylvester led Lela inside while holding her hand. Looking at the surroundings, she felt a tinge of unease.

Sylvester noticed and asked with a lowered voice, "Is there something making you uncomfortable?" Lela suppressed her discomfort and smiled at Sylvester, "No, nothing."