---- Chapter 11 Ryann had cooked several dishes and was waiting for Jake. She had read the relevant psychology books and knew precisely how to react and behave to control the progress of her recovery. Indeed, the psychologist, Isabel, had said that Ryann was getting better. Ryann couldn't help but burst into laughter. She considered others fools and could easily be manipulated by her, especially Jake. Back in college, she and Jake had been members of the same student union. Jake was naturally aloof and only interacted with Ryann when necessary for work. He had never offered her an extra glance or word. In the beginning, Ryann was quite displeased. Even though Jake was exceptionally talented, she couldn't tolerate being ignored by him. Yet, to her surprise, Jake was truly pure. That realization sparked a deep sense of possessiveness within Ryann, so she frequently spied on him and followed him, hoping to find his weaknesses. It took her a whole year to discover that Jake was already in love with another woman, who was none other than his foster ---- sister, Eva. He was suppressing his feelings and felt guilty. So he tried his best to hide it. Ryann smiled. She realized that she had a good opportunity. During a gathering, Ryann deliberately got close to Jake. She coaxed him into conversation and pretended to comfort him. She grew closer to him. "She likely only sees you as her elder brother. If you confess your feelings for her, she'll probably think you're a creep and distance herself from you completely. Why don't you have a normal, healthy relationship with me instead?" Jake had refused her in the beginning. But it was useless. Jake's heart had been burdened with pain for too long, without an outlet. She was the only one he could open up to. He didn't want to let her go. Finally, at another gathering, Ryann drugged him He and she slept together. Ryann realized she had struck gold. Jake hadn't had sex before. Moreover, he was remarkably committed. After they slept, he took on the role of perfect boyfriend. He prioritized her above all else and made Ryann, who had never been truly loved, completely fall for him. She resolved to drive Eva away from Jake and marry Jake, no ---- matter what means she had to use. Yet, she hadn't anticipated that the Stephens family would force her to leave after learning about their relationship. Though she was heartbroken, the Stephens family was quite generous. They gave her a substantial sum of money, so she lived a lavish life abroad. However, the money ran out quickly. She had to resort to some dirty activities. At that time, she deeply resented the Stephens family. Why did they give her money and let her live a life of luxury? Now she was trapped in the allure of wealth. So she had to succumb to a downward spiral. Fortunately, Jake still had feelings for her, and she effortlessly won his love again. Yet, she was puzzled. Why hadn't Jake slept with Eva after they had been married for so many years? He had loved Eva for so many years. But she would never ask him the question. After all, Jake now belonged to Ryann completely. The door swung open, and Jake walked in slowly. Ryann gazed at him adoringly. He was handsome and elegant, as if sculpted by the heavens. ---- She walked up to him slowly and wrapped her arms around his waist. "Jake, Isabel says I'm much better now. | don't have any more suicidal thoughts. Every moment with you is so wonderful," she murmured. Then she stood on tiptoe to kiss him. She put her hand on his waist and attempted to undo his belt. But he was not as enthusiastic as before. She looked up in confusion and noticed Jake deep in thought. "Jake," she called softly. Jake suddenly pushed her away. "| need to call the butler. He seemed to have something to tell me before | left a moment ago.