Chapter 25 Deven , however , directly took out a pair of wedding rings and knelt down on one knee in front of everyone . Dont listen to them , Lilyana . The person you actually liked was me , right ? Will you marry me ? I loved you and wanted to take care of you for the rest of my life . From now on , we will only have each other , without any more misunderstandings . Is that okay ? The pigeon egg sized diamond ring , under the illumination of the bar lights , became even more dazzling and eye catching . In his eyes , there was only sincerity and love . You liked watching my movies , so wherever I went to shoot movies in the future , I would take you with me . My fans were very rational , and they would definitely like you too . We announced it together with people from all over the world and received blessings from everyone . As Graham looked at the three nephews provokingly in front of him , his face turned extremely dark , and the jealousy in his heart almost overwhelmed him . At that moment , Lilyana tightly held his hand , and warmth also reached his heart . She gave him a shallow smile , as if comforting him . Then , she turned her face and instantly became cold when facing Braxton and Deven . Wasnt it clear enough when I spoke ? I am very satisfied with my current life , and I have never loved you all . If it werent for the engagement , I probably would never have had any involvement with you all in my entire life ! She mercilessly tore up the employment contract , casually throwing it away as she spoke . The shredded pieces of paper fell to the ground like snowflakes , scattered all over . Braxtons face turned pale , and confusion filled his eyes . Branden also stood still , hesitating to react , but stubbornly refusing to be taken away by the bodyguard . After tearing up the employment agreement , Lilyana took the diamond ring from Devens hand and threw it away casually when she saw the glimmer of hope in his eyes . The bar was a mixed crowd , where did you get thrown to ? Chapter 25 1/6 No one knew . Lilyana didnt know either . Seeing the light in Devens eyes completely extinguished , she suddenly burst into laughter . Branden , Braxton , Deven , what were you guys upset about ? I havent done anything yet . Did you forget ? In the past , what you were most skilled at was giving me hope , only to destroy it in front of countless people , and trample on my dignity . If it werent for the irresistible engagement , how could I have stooped so low ? Lilyana smiled and tears welled up at the corners of her eyes . The former self felt sorrowful and heartbroken . If there was a choice , how could she have possibly reached that point ? She was also a proud young lady , with her own dignity and pride . The heart is made of flesh , how could it not be painful in the heart when they insulted me like that ? However , now she has overcome it all . It was their turn to experience these things , but it was only once . Why couldnt they accept it ? Lilyana sneered , her eyes filled with contempt , as she stepped on the petals and coldly and resolutely said , Now I think that marrying first and then falling in love doesnt seem too bad . If you havent given up yet , I dont mind punishing you as your aunt . I couldnt remember it at once , but its okay to come a few more times . Dont give up after just one try , come a few more times , thats what you made me personally experience . She spoke and then slowly turned around , her skirt swaying in a graceful arc as she fell into Grahams embrace . Husband , its getting late . We should go home now . You will still be on a business trip tomorrow , so let others take care of these matters . Graham possessively wrapped his arms around her waist , holding her tightly in his embrace , not giving anyone a chance to take her away . Well , lets go home . Can you go on a business trip with me tomorrow ? We just got married not long ago , and I dont want to be separated from you . His deep voice was filled with a strong possessiveness as he turned around and glanced at Branden , Chapter 25 2/6 Braxton , and Deven , his eyes slowly becoming threatening . Just as he left the bar , he sent a message to the bodyguard , Send all three of them to the temple and make them kneel down . Treat the other two exactly the same way as we just disciplined Branden . After the bodyguards replied one after another , they surrounded Branden , Braxton , and Deven layer by layer , escorted them home , and locked them in the temple . The expensive roses were trampled by countless people , the employment agreement became fragments , and the engagement ring was nowhere to be found , as if mocking their love that ended in vain . A strong sense of dissatisfaction lingered in the hearts of the three brothers . They glanced at each other and saw the dissatisfaction in each others eyes . However , Graham had no intention of giving them another chance . When the bodyguards were kneeling in the temple , a group of servants brought out everything related to three people and Lilyana . In front of them , bit by bit , they threw them into the brazier and burned them to ashes . No ! No burning allowed ! Branden , Braxton , and Deven knelt on the ground , struggling with all their might . The wounds on their bodies , inflicted by family discipline , had just healed , only to completely reopen . Blood flowed down their bodies , staining the ground red . In their eyes , there was only the blazing fire pit . The servant , as if on purpose , moved neither too fast nor too slow , and it took him a whole day to burn everything completely . The entire Marquez family was enveloped in a smoky and fiery smell . The ancestral hall was silent . In the end , it could be proven that Lilyana had liked their things , but they were all gone . After the fire , a bodyguard approached the three brothers and said ste 1 , Mr. Graham asked me to tell you that the things you once discarded as worthless , he treasures them like precious gems . The same goes for people , regret is useless , you are already too late . Speaking , the bodyguard also threw a few photos in their faces . Chapter 25 3/6 The photos were taken as a supplement to Graham and Lilyanas wedding photos . Every time Graham went on a business trip , he would bring her along . During their free time , the two of them traveled to different countries and cities to take wedding photos . The girls happy and sweet smile in the photo was something they had never seen before . At that moment , Branden , Braxton , and Deven fell silent . In my memory , Lilyanas radiant smile never seemed to appear . She always seemed to have a forced smile on her face as if she was trying to please others . Also , Mr. Graham said that Lilyana didnt like roses , it was Mr. Branden who liked them , and she wasnt interested in medicine , but she studied it reluctantly . Devens movies were not bad , but she didnt love them . All of this , it was only because of your interest that she made an effort to understand . You had countless opportunities to be with her , but you all gave up and never took the initiative to get to know her preferences . Graham just seized one chance . Give up , scions . The last sentence , however , was not Grahams exact words , but rather an expression from the bodyguard . Unfortunately , the three of them were never ones to listen to advice . They had a firm belief in their hearts that unless they voluntarily gave up , no one could make them change their minds . The Marquez brothers knelt in the temple for countless days , and their wounds would just heal before tearing open again each day . Until the end , when their bodies couldnt take it anymore , they finally let go and shouted , Lilyana is my aunt , and from now on , I will never have any thoughts about her again . Just after shouting , all three of them fainted at the same time . When he woke up again , Branden discovered that he had been deployed to a foreign company overseas . Just as he had recovered his health and was preparing to pack up and return to his home country , a group of bodyguards stopped him . Branden , Mr. Graham said that you cannot go back to your country for the next few years . The Chapter 25 4/6 company here needs you , so please stay here with peace of mind . He had no choice but to stay . But little did they know , it would be ten years before they returned . Braxton , on the other hand , was sent to the national medical research institute and was forced to sign a life sacrificing agreement , which meant that he could hardly go out for the rest of his life unless something unexpected happened . Even when going out , there would be countless soldiers protecting his safety , and they would send him back to the research institute as soon as the time came . He completely lost his freedom and was forced to devote himself to the country . Deven , on the other hand , unknowingly took on countless movies and TV shows without any chance to catch his breath in his schedule . He escaped once , and was sent back by Grahams men once . No matter where he escaped to , he would be sent back . Dont worry , they will never have a chance to disturb us again . Graham held Lilyana in his arms , his eyes filled with tenderness and affection . Lilyana took the initiative to kiss him and said , Dont talk about these irrelevant people . 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