Eight Difficulties

"Listen up, my obedient disciple, it's time for you to descend from this mountain. Your master has arranged a marriage for you with a stunning beauty, and it's quite a steal!" 

With those words, the master absconded with the dowry, leaving Lin Chen feeling both aggrieved and furious. Determined, he descended the mountain to find his betrothed. 

However, fate had other plans, as he was waylaid on the road by a captivating woman who insisted he play the role of her fake boyfriend. To make matters even more bewildering, this woman bore an uncanny resemblance to his intended bride!

The Female CEO's Personal Bodyguard

"Stay here for now, wait for my return!"


To ensure his identity remained undisclosed, Carson Flores sealed Princeton Pearson's meridians and temporarily imprisoned him in the Maiden's Residence, preventing him from contacting outsiders, except for one of Lilianna Norman's trusted maids.


While it was likely that he wouldn't reveal anything simply to stay alive, considering both his and Lilianna Norman's safety, Carson had to be extremely cautious.


"Don't wear a mask; it would draw more attention instead."


Lilianna Norman led Carson into her room, "I have a special ointment here for disguise; once applied, it won't wear off for a while, long enough for you to finish your mission in the Secret Realm."


Carson looked around the room, which was simple yet comfortable, fresh flowers placed by the window and a subtle fragrance wafting through the air.


The fragrance wasn't from the flowers but from Lilianna Norman herself.


Chapter 1206: Survival of the Fittest