Joseph Colson took advantage of the cold war between the two, intruding into the relationship, and showed warmth and kindness to Camila Ruiz, accompanying her for relaxation and cheering her up, like a diligent and responsible lover.

Seeing Camila Ruiz about to be taken away by Joseph Colson at any time, Adele Horne and Julia Bluen talked to her several times, but each time they parted on bad terms, without any results.

The most furious was Charles Colson.

He confronted Joseph Colson, begging him to let Camila Ruiz go and not harm her, yet Joseph Colson firmly replied that he must marry Camila. Enraged, Charles threw a punch, and the two brothers wrestled into a brawl, but Joseph Colson had bodyguards. In the end, Charles was beaten black and blue by Joseph's bodyguards and thrown out of the villa.

Charles wanted to persuade Camila Ruiz, but couldn't. He was angry, he hated, thinking he was useless, unable to protect Camila. His pain and heartbreak were exactly what Joseph wanted to see.

N days later.

Horne Family.

Rooftop.

Ivan Horne and Jimmy Horne lay on the lounge chairs by the swimming pool, silently gazing at the sky.

Today's sky wasn't as clear as usual; it was overcast, much like Jimmy Horne's mood.

Ivan turned his head, looking at him, seeing his gloomy handsome face, couldn't help but say, "Billy, are you just going to give up like this? Approach Camila and explain things. Look, it's only been about ten days, yet Joseph has already become Camila's actual boyfriend, taking her to work, picking her up, dining together, and going for drives."

Jimmy's face turned darker, but he said angrily, "What does this prove? It proves our relationship is too fragile, utterly vulnerable. Like this, she misunderstands me, doubts me, then turns to another man's embrace... Such a woman, let her be! Before marriage, it is already like this; if we get married, happiness surely won't follow. In short, I haven't wronged her! It's her suspicion, heavy mind, narrow heart!"

"Billy..."

"Brother, there's nothing you need to say. It seems my fate with Camila has ended."

Jimmy sighed, but his gloom was evident, showing he still cared for Camila Ruiz deeply.

Ivan, claiming to be the smartest, also felt helpless now.

He wasn't the involved party, so he couldn't discern who was right or wrong.

Jimmy claims to be justified, Camila claims she's right; one says this, the other says that. Oh, feelings indeed are troublesome.

Ivan loves Camila dearly and also cares deeply for Jimmy. With the two at odds, he found himself in a bind, unsure of whom to advocate for.

Seeing Jimmy like this, he decided to talk to Camila again.

Ivan didn't expect that now Camila didn't want to mention Jimmy at all; whenever he was brought up, her face changed drastically.

This outcome worried everyone. 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝒆𝔀𝒆𝙗𝓷𝒐𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝓶

But in matters of the heart, no one could offer help.

The originally chosen auspicious day for engagement had passed.

Mila Anderson sighed all day, saying she'd been celebrating for naught and wasted her efforts.

In the blink of an eye, time passed.

It's the end of November.

Winter started.

During the day, there's still sunlight; mornings and evenings began to feel chilly.

The beauty within Nameless Manor remains unchanged.

Noah Reyes holds the hand of his beloved wife, Adele Horne, strolling on the lawn outside the manor, basking in the gentle and warm sunlight.

Meanwhile, Jimmy Horne stood on top of the building, holding a cigarette, smoking coldly.

"Ring-ring-ring..." His phone began to ring.

Immediately, he clutched the cigarette in one hand while fishing out his phone with the other. Upon seeing the caller ID, his expression stiffened, pressing the answer key he asked gravely, "How's it going?"

"Young Master, we've found the evidence. The previous CEO of the Colson Enterprise had a car accident because Joseph had someone tamper with the car, causing it to lose control while driving and crash, resulting in the death of the CEO couple."

Jimmy rejoiced, yet his face remained steady, replying calmly, "Good, I know. Send all the evidence and the key witness to the Police Station of A City." Although the answer came a bit late, fortunately, it was uncovered, and the honor of the Blazing Flame Sect was maintained.

This investigation into Joseph was the second tricky affair the Blazing Flame Sect encountered, with the first being searching for Adele Horne, and now investigating Joseph. If not for the fact that the incident happened eight years ago, their investigation wouldn't have been so slow.

"Understood, sir."

After hanging up, Jimmy's face turned gentle, murmuring softly to himself, "Camila, the play has come to an end." Then he turned and hurried downstairs.

Emperor hotel.

A sea of roses was laid out in front of the Emperor hotel, attracting gazes from countless passersby, who speculated on who spent so extravagantly, buying so many roses. Was it for love? Was it for a proposal?

Twenty years ago, the Crown Prince Glades Horne had once confessed to his beloved wife through a sea of flowers, earning the envy and jealousy of countless people thanks to that romantic scene.

Today, at the same place, a similar scene unfolded again, reminding everyone of Glades Horne's romantic gesture—which kind of profound love and deep affection would let a man devise such an original and romantic confession?

Three cars arrived at the entrance of the Emperor hotel in succession. The newly revamped Lamborghini door opened, and Joseph Colson stepped out of the car. Then he walked around the vehicle, and gentlemanly opened the car door for Camila Ruiz.

Since it was daytime and still sunny, Camila Ruiz was dressed in a gown—a noble white long dress. Her complexion was snowy and while she wasn't considered a stunning beauty, she was charming, with a tall figure. Dressed in the white gown, she looked like a Snow White Princess from a fairy tale.

"Wow, it's so beautiful!"

Upon stepping out of the car, Camila Ruiz was mesmerized by the floral sea, happily smiling in admiration.

Joseph stood beside her, looking at her with gentle eyes, smilingly asking, "Do you like it?"

Camila turned to look at him, her large eyes blinking with excitement, "Is this prepared for me?"

Joseph nodded.

He moved towards the flower sea, bent over to pick up a bouquet of roses, estimated to be ninety-nine blooms. Holding the flowers, he returned to Camila and then took out an ornate box from his suit's inner pocket, knelt on one knee in front of her, presenting the roses and the box. Opening it revealed a diamond ring worth over a million.

Camila looked at him confusedly.

"Camila, I love you. Will you marry me?"

Camila was stunned.

Passersby stopped, holding their phones, continuously taking photos. Such a romantic proposal, not capturing it in a few pictures would indeed be a pity.

"Joseph!"

A sedan rushed in, barely coming to a stop before Charles Colson jumped out, striding over to Camila and pulling her behind him, coldly shouting at Joseph, "Stop being disgusting. You don't actually love Camila; all you love is the Ruiz Consortium! Like this, aren't you afraid of hurting the heart of your beloved Crystal?"