Chapter 11 Chapter Eleven

The vast medieval halls of Mammoth are designed to accommodate all the family and warriors.Jade and Theon sat on a high platform overlooking the hall full of Fei family.Mammoth did not hire servants, because there were already too many people: teenagers and girls in their teens brought rich dishes to the table one after another.The older women sit at the head of the table, and most of the men and women sit separately. Jade looked at the abundance of food on the table.Where did so much food come from?she asked Theon. Mammoth had always been self-sufficient, Theon explained.Mammoth has thousands of acres of land.We raise horses, raise cattle, sheep, and pigs, and grow potatoes, turnips, and cabbages.But if I'm around, there won't be cabbages on the table.

Jade looked at him sitting on the high platform, and for the first time clearly realized that he was an earl, lord of Mammoth.As usual, today he was dressed in black, with only a white linen scarf tied around his throat. Ladies, I need your services and assistance, he said, drawing everyone's attention at once.You all know Raymond lives in the tower of the gate.His legs are almost useless.Burke was my right-hand man in the shipping business, and now he was reduced to babysitter.Can you guys help with my problem? All the ladies of Fei's family spoke together, criticizing Raymond's shortcomings.Jade looked at Theon worriedly, but he only smiled and blinked.Unexpectedly for Fei Cui, the women of the Fei family all eagerly volunteered to help after complaining and arguing about who should take priority.Theon's aunts, Maggie, Mary, and Myrna, bring out their identities.

Theon raised his hand, and everyone immediately fell silent to listen to him.I think you should take turns and go once a month. Everyone agrees.But who is the first?Maggie asked. I'll go first, and it was Dana who spoke.Leaving early tomorrow morning? Jade looked at Theon in fear.Dana was Theon's grandfather's sister, his great-aunt.No one dared to speak against Dana, because it was said that she was a little crazy.But she saw Xi Enyang with a big smile. Back in the master bedroom, Emerald gives her opinion.What will your dad say then?she asked with a smile. He swears a lot of dirty words.Theon laughed.

It's funny to us now, not when we have to face him. You are not afraid of him, are you?Sean asked, raising an eyebrow. Of course I will.She confessed it. But he has the softest heart in the world, especially when it comes to women.My mother wrapped him around her little finger.Any man stupid enough to let that happen is no match for any woman. His words implied that he could never be so stupid.Emerald chooses to ignore this warning.Newly rediscovered, she not only believes she can wrap Theon around her little finger, but make him go through fire and water for her. Oh, I thought dinner would never end, she snuggled up to him.The buttons on the back faced him.untie it for me.

Sean changed the subject.He gently embraced her and asked: Have you seen the bathroom here? As soon as his hand touched her back, it was instantly stiff and aroused - they used the pink marble bathtub thoroughly and lingered all night! Theon was still awake after Jade fell asleep.His body was pressed against her protectively, holding her tits in one hand.She had filled his hand exactly a month ago, but she was even fuller now.Her body became softer and softer, exuding an ivory-like luster.He finally admitted that she was pregnant: just as he had feared, and his desire to protect her grew stronger.

It was so easy to achieve his goal that he regretted that he had impregnated her so quickly.However, he had expected this result when he stole her, and it was useless to regret and regret.Although giving up on her would be like cutting off his limbs, he knew he had to pay the price.He made a vow of vengeance beside his mother's grave, which cannot be broken. His heart firmly shakes off all remorse.He has at least a few more months left.He can't even think about the future, he has to live for today.When a woman is pregnant with her first child, it should be the happiest time of her life, he vowed silently in his heart.He will take care of her through these few months with the most tender and considerate!

It was early morning when he woke up, and Jade was moaning softly.He carried her to the bathroom, stroked her belly, and made her vomit in the sink.When she finally finished throwing up, he helped her sit by the marble bathtub and washed her face. I'm very sorry.she whispered. Never need to apologize to me, Emerald.I am the one who should be begging your forgiveness. He carried her back to bed.Taking a good rest, he dressed quickly.I'm going to find Dana.She is very familiar with herbs and should be able to help you. Not long after, Theon came back with Princess Dana.As I suspected!she shouted.

What can I do to help her?Theon asked. Are you not doing enough?She pointed to the door.Since you are the cause of all her misery, I think you'd better go away.She can't go down the hall and face those greasy hams, and of course that won't stop you.she accused. Emerald's eyes met Theon's, and a smile shone in them.I already feel better. Dana gave her a big smile when they were alone.Ah, little girl, I have so much to teach you.Lesson 1: Guilt is a terrible weapon.You can use it on almost everyone.Now, about your morning sickness.I have many prescriptions: Do you want chamomile, peppermint, or barley water?

up to you. Dana was delighted.Brave little girl! Not really, Emerald Whispers.I guessed your secret.You are just pretending to be crazy. The old woman looked alarmed.Holy Mary, promise me you won't tell those Feis!Of course, Theon knew, he'd been a smart little devil, but everyone else thought I was nuts. Dana left to get back the morning sickness concoction, and she brought back a jar of almond and rose oil.Rub rose oil on your belly, breasts, and thighs -- every day.This prevents ugly stretch marks. Ugly stretch marks?Sorry, I'm really ignorant.Emerald confessed. Luckily I'm going back to Gwystone with you guys.Are you ready to ride a horse?

Yes, I have stopped throwing up.Can you ride a horse, Dana? Of course, I'm still a master! Theon returns from his meal, happy to see Jade restored.He helped her put on a milky white horse riding suit, and frowned.My dear, would you like to invite a young Fee girl to go to Gwystone?Occasionally I have to leave to take care of things.You may be happier with someone in your company. I want to invite Ferran.She hesitated, observing Theon's reaction.She knew that he deliberately used Lan'er as bait to seduce her brother. Laner is fine.he agreed. Fei Cui wondered if Xi En knew that Luo Lin had secretly bit the bait he set, would he still think Lan Er was good?Can she ride a horse?

Honey, she's from the Fei family of Guilt.She rides like the wind. very good.She can ride with your demon, and Dana and I slowly swayed over together. He raised his eyebrows.Dana?Good for you! The leaves turned from green to brilliant autumn colors seemingly overnight, and the sun showed its tame side on the way back to Gwystone.After they arrived, Dana inspected the gardens, then claimed the still for herself. Jade arranged for Lan'er to live in the room where Luo Lin lived. Since Dana insisted on staying close to nature and living in the green room, the only choice left was the room next to Katie in the west wing.She wondered how serious Katie would get along with Princess Dana, who was acting a little crazy. When Emerald opened her eyes in the morning, the bed was piled with the last roses of summer, and Theon stood beside the bed, gazing at the beautiful picture he had created.He offered her a concoction of chamomile, mint, and rosewater, which Emerald gratefully drank.Dana's recipe is so amazing.Emerald sighed contentedly. What a beautiful way to wake up.You must have plucked every rose in Gwystone. From Princess Dana's order.She's going to distill them, and I've decided to wrap you in the beauty of roses until then.She also insisted that a storm was coming. Maybe she meant when you told Ramon she was here. Father likes you, I think it's best for you to tell him. You devil!You think it's funny, don't you? Indeed, he confessed frankly.And I have complete trust in your witchcraft. An hour later, when the wind and rain blew up, Fei Cui unconsciously thought that it was Dana who had witchcraft.After placing Lan'er in the library, she decided to explore the tiger's den.She already knew that Raymond had moved to the tower because he couldn't bear to live without Irene, and that he avoided the Fay woman because of his paralyzed leg.Pride prevented him from facing them. Wrapped in warm cloaks, she and Dana braved the wind and rain and ran across the lawn.Theon and Burke were hurrying down the stairs when they ascended the tower. coward!Jade shouted at their backs.She and Dana covered their lips to avoid laughing out loud for Raymond to hear. Raymond sat by his favorite window, wrapped in a warm plaid shawl, binoculars in hand.Seeing Jade, his handsome face burst into a welcoming smile, and then passed away after seeing Fei Dana. How is this going?he asks. You must remember your wife's aunt Fedana, right?She generously offered to live with us for a month and help take care of us.She is well versed in the knowledge of herbs and thinks she can concoct a remedy that will make your feet feel much better. I don't need her! Jade knelt down in front of him and took his hand.Dear Raymond, I know you don't need it, but the one who really needs help is Mr. Pan, who is just too proud to speak. She is crazy.Raymond said frantically. I hear, Oremon, Dana said loudly, pulling up a chair and sitting down beside him.Did you know you were the one who drove me crazy? Lei Meng was as curious as Fei Cui, and listened carefully to Dana's words. When you first came to Mammoth to pursue Irene, you were the most handsome demon we Fay women had ever seen.At that time, about a dozen Fei family women were in their youth, and you disturbed the hearts of all of us. Erin was unimpressed by your pursuit at first.She was the earl's eldest daughter, and was too proud to be a merchant sailor.My biggest sin at that time was not pride, but vanity.I decided I wanted you, and with my beauty, I see no reason why I couldn't snatch you from Irene.However, no matter how many times I throw my arms around you, you turn a blind eye and try harder to pursue Irene. To save my face, I told myself that you liked her better than me because she was the earl's eldest daughter, and you were only doing it for convenience.I was so madly in love with you, it broke my heart.I couldn't eat, sleep, or even think clearly.I'm completely out of my mind. Then I got so much sympathy and care from my family, I started to wallow in it, and I knew it gave me strength.So after I recover, I'm wise not to leak it.I also learned a valuable lesson.The more Irene rejects you, the more determined you will be to have her.The more haughty she is, the more you love her.At last your masculinity and strong behavior won her over.I actually understood that she wanted you from the start, she was just playing hard to get. There was always a smile on Raymond's face, and Fei Cui knew that Dana had won him.He patted Jade's hand.I'll put up with her for Burke's sake.It's only a month, not a life sentence. Is there a blue Alice in the garden?Dana asked. Yes, but the flowers are all gone. What I need are flower stalks, which are good medicine for warming joints. You'll bring me back to walking in no time, because that's the only way I can get away from you.Raymond joked.Jade could see that he had accepted Dana. Girl, can you take me to the place where blue Alice grows? Of course, after they left the tower, Jade said softly.I am deeply moved by your story. It was a moment of inspiration.It would please him to think that we are all attracted to him.I then used his guilt to gain his sympathy, and finally told him what he wanted to hear most, which is that Irene liked him from the beginning!How smart I am! Jade was amazed by Dana's ingenuity, and when she seriously recalled the story Dana told, she believed that it was not entirely fictional. The storm intensified during the day and howled through the night.Emerald slept restlessly.As soon as Theon left her side at dawn, she woke up instantly.She watched in disbelief as Theon folded the clean laundry into a small trunk.where are you going? I told you I had business to be away for a few days.I don't cross the channel, but just go north along the coast. Her worst fears came true.You can't sail in this weather! It's just a little storm, don't worry, my love. Jade lifted the quilt and walked to the window.What she saw added to her anxiety.The sea churned and roared.The storm outside is not small at all! Theon came up behind her and put his hand on her shoulder.It just looks worse.Such is the wind and rain in autumn. She turned angrily, intent on stopping him, fighting for his safety, but her words slipped away when she saw his eager, expectant eyes.For a moment, she considered using guilt to keep him.She just had to pretend she wasn't feeling well.But she could feel his barely suppressed excitement.He had clearly made up his mind.Her body trembled slightly, afraid of confronting his persistent goal. Your body is so cold, he carried her back to the bed, and firmly covered her with the quilt.You're cranky because you're pregnant.I am a sailor, and I enjoy conquering the rushing sea. He lifted her chin so that their eyes met.Don't worry, Emerald, I'll be fine.After all, I have made a contract with the devil! The Hellfire lay in ambush at the mouth of the Borne, waiting patiently for its prey.As usual, Theon brought the male Fei family and the Mo family brothers on board, plus dozens of horse trainers from Mammoth. They waited quietly for the Meng family's Haiying to load the horses destined for the military on board.The 200 horses made the people on the ship scramble, and the other half of the horses will be transported later by the Meng family's newly purchased Giltberg. The Sea Eagle finally came out of the estuary and began to advance along the coastline.The Hellfire led by Theon quickly caught up and intercepted it.Theon and the Fei family boarded each other's ships with guns. Seeing the demon-like man in the lead and his subordinates, the captain of the Sea Eagle immediately decided to surrender, giving up his horse and boat.Theon's words conquered all the crew. You may have begun to find that Meng's shipping is not going well.This loss, combined with those in the past, and in the coming months, will see it wind down in a matter of months.But you don't need to lose your job with it.Montess Shipping has been paying you extremely low wages and demanding a tremendous amount of work.Now the Seahawk belongs to me.I'll send it on a cotton run to Charlestown.You are welcome to continue to work on this ship - but the salary will be paid by the Ou family!After Theon reported his salary, the sailors burst into cheers. You can take a few days off in Port Reyes and wait for the Seahawk to be converted into the Dolphin to load the cotton bound for the United States! Sean left the Mo family brothers in charge, and led the Fei family to continue to intercept the Giltbo.They also did not encounter much resistance on the Giltberg, especially when the boatswain Fei Danny also appeared with a gun, Captain Bai immediately knew that the situation was over.The crew of the Giltberg was also employed by the Ou family, but the fate of the former slave ship was different from that of the Seahawk.Theon, who hated the slave ship, decided to let it sink forever. Theon's attack this time won a total of one ship, five hundred good horses, and Meng William had to pay astronomical liquidated damages for breaching the contract with the military, and now Meng has only four ships left. Satisfied, Theon set off for Wicklow instead. Gwystone has a priest who takes care of everyone's spiritual needs.The people in the house went to mass every day, and then Father Fei went to the tower to hold the communion ceremony for the rich man.The only ones in Garwy Stone who haven't been to church are Theon and Jade. When Dana and Laner took it for granted that she should go to mass with them, Jade agreed.Of course, she prayed daily for her baby in her heart, but suddenly she knew it would be better if she prayed in church. The interior of the chapel is magnificent.Autumn sunlight filtered through the stained glass and fell on the oak seats covered in red velvet.The altar is majestic and beautiful, the cloth covering the altar is embroidered with gold thread, and the chalice decorated with jewels is even more magnificent with pure gold candlesticks. In contrast, the priest was dressed in a plain black robe, the only color in his body was the smile on his red face.He took communion for everyone except Emerald.When he came to her, those sharp blue eyes looked at her and said: I want to talk to you in private. Emerald was apprehensive and could only nod her head. The people in the seats left one by one, walked into the confession room, and came out after a minute or two.Laner waited until the end.When she came out, her expression was one of joy.I feel better, she whispered to Jade.Father Fei was very considerate.Want me to stay and wait for you? No, you go back to have breakfast first.This is my first time and it may take a while. The church was empty.Emerald wasn't sure what to do.Should she go into the confession room, or wait for Father Fei to come to her?She closed her eyes and prayed for Theon in her heart.She had been so worried about him since he set sail in the storm that she could not sleep at night. Meng Feicui.Father Fei's voice sounded.She opened her eyes and found the priest standing in front of her. Although she hated being called Meng Feicui, she did not correct the priest.Oh Father, I should have come before I knew it, she confessed heartily.But—but at least I'm here. Why are you here, Meng Feicui?He asked aggressively, without a smile on his face. I -- I want to pray and have your blessing.I'm here for Theon and my -- the look on the priest's face kept her from saying the word baby. Oxion hadn't been to church since his return to Ireland.His soul was blackened by sin, and he never confessed or repented. She defends her lover.You must know he was imprisoned for five years.The ones who are guilty are others. Every day he commits unforgivable crimes and breaks every rule of God!Hatred, anger, pride, and desire swallowed him up!His God has become an instrument of vengeance!And in order to get revenge, he will stop at nothing - including cheating, stealing and adultery!You better use your influence to bring him back to the right path of God, cleanse his soul, and repent of his sins! I will try, Father.Her voice was tense, thanking her sincerely for not mentioning the baby earlier. His blue eyes stared nervously at her.Are you ready to go away and sin no more? leave?she asked, terrified of what he meant. You must go back to your husband, Meng Feicui!You are a whore! Her originally flushed face became pale as paper, and her body was icy cold. Are you ready to confess your sins and ask God for forgiveness? I--I confess my love for Oxion, and if that's wrong, I beg God's forgiveness. Don't mock God, woman!You cannot be forgiven or forgiven unless you are ready to end your sinful adultery and return to your husband! I -- I'm not a Catholic.She said in a panic. Adultery is a felony in every religion, woman! Father Fei turned to leave, and suddenly Fei Cui lost his temper.You are also guilty of anger and pride, not to mention your self righteousness!And that's definitely your stupidest crime ever! She hurried out of the church and returned to Gwystone.Avoiding everyone, she went upstairs to the bedroom she shared with Theon.She stared at the big bed: filled with guilt.The priest called her an adulterer, and how was she going to deny it?In the eyes of the priest, what she committed was an unforgivable felony.But in the eyes of God?she thought frantically.She could only tell herself that sleeping with Roger without emotion was a more unforgivable crime than sleeping with Theon. Jade walked to the window, looking at the sea with tortured green eyes.Come back, come back, Theon I need you. The Hellfire anchors at Wicklow Beach.Theon wondered if he was doing the right thing.Once back in Ireland, Theon knew the whereabouts of Amber Mengfei.Burke told him that she had come the day before they buried their grandfather, and that Raymond had paid her to do business. He hated her for many years because she was indirectly responsible for Joseph's death.But he understands that Jade wants to see his mother's heart.And after what William Meng did to Amber, she must hate that man as much as Theon.Maybe she could be of help to him. Theon got off the boat alone and walked into the main street of the town.He climbed the steps of an elegant house and tapped on the brass handle.A maid answered the door and took him to an office to wait. After a while, Amber walked in briskly, and Theon could hardly believe that the ecstatic beauty in front of him was Emerald's mother.If you look closely, you can find the fine lines around her eyes and mouth, but this not only does not reduce her attractiveness, but adds a kind of sophisticated charm. Her gray dress is elegant and generous, which accentuates her brilliant hair color.She smiled sweetly, bursting into a smile that captivated all living beings.He remembered what Joseph had told him: If you saw her, you would understand.Now he does understand.Amber Fei is fully female, just like her daughters, except their hair color is different. I'm Oxion. Amber's eyes widened.How could the man in front of her be the Irish prince that her youngest daughter fell in love with back then?His dark masculine beauty would appeal to more mature women, but how could a little girl be attracted to such a man incarnate as a demon?Suddenly it dawned on her.Back then -- before everything that happened, Oxion wasn't like this. Please sit down, her voice was slightly unsteady, remembering the past with Joseph.She poured him an Irish whiskey and she poured herself a glass of sherry.I know what he did to me, and I know what he did to Joseph, but I can only imagine what he did to you.she said softly. No—he shook his head slowly.You absolutely cannot. She looked at him and felt his pain deeply, the hell he had been through.But you survived. He shook his head slowly again.incomplete.Most of me is already dead, why is he telling her all this?Maybe it was because she had been through the same hell as he had, survived, but was incomplete.The part of me that survives is out for revenge. I understand that thinking.It nearly consumed me until I learned to just watch quietly, trust God, and wait for his retribution to come. Theon sipped his whiskey.Thoughts of resignation help you stay alive, but I don't have the patience to wait for his comeuppance.The first thing that died in my heart was faith in God.I substitute confidence in myself. Maybe that's just pride.When we are forced to do humiliating things, our hearts are filled with hatred and pride. I have no heart, no conscience, no fear, no love, no pity, no shame. How can you enjoy your revenge after it's done if most of your affections are dead? I can.I have hatred in my heart, and my vengeance is well under way.Lately I see it as justice. Amber smiled.We are so alike.She knew he was here for a purpose, and to use her.But in turn, she can also take advantage of him. How much do you know about your child? Amber's heart throbbed, then stopped completely.I don't know anything, except that they are no longer children.The corners of her eyes leaked how eager she was to hear about them. Your daughter is married to Roger. Amber stood up.That son of a bitch who married my precious daughter to his brother?I'm going to kill him! On her wedding night, I brought her to Gwystone. Amber breathed a sigh of relief.Jade had loved Theon since she was a child, but then she thought of another possibility.Did Theon just use Jade to get revenge on William Meng?She shuddered when she remembered what he said about me having no heart, no conscience, and no mercy. What about Luo Lin? He is much smarter than his father.We are allies now, just like William and Raymond were back then. The alliance between the Oufei family has never been good.She is straightforward. What I want is not good.I have the means to completely ruin the Meng family financially, and their reputation.But I won't stop until I discredit them in front of the world, he has a dangerous gleam in his eye.With the perfect weapon in my hand, he hid the hatred in his eyes and talked about why he came here.Amber, would you like to come to Galway Stone to see the jadeite? Amber wonders if her daughter will forgive her.But God knew she would sell her soul in exchange for seeing her children, and apparently Oxion knew that too. I'll go, she said.But you must promise me one thing. Your secret is safe, ma'am.I would never tell Emerald that you run a brothel.