Chapter 1

After returning from a three-year business trip, Adrian had just stepped into the house when he saw Lucas sitting in a chair, staring at him with a dark, intense gaze. Lucas's eyes were filled with a strong, almost predatory desire, as if he wanted to devour Adrian whole.

"Long time no see, big brother," Lucas said softly.

Adrian swallowed hard. Oh no, his sweet little puppy had turned into a possessive wolf.

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Adrian was standing in front of five large garbage bins, holding several bags of trash and looking confused. As he glanced at the last bin, he noticed something odd nearby.

"Huh? What kind of trash is that?" he asked, pointing with his slender, pale finger.

Mrs. Johnson followed his gaze. Next to the garbage bins was a small, dark figure, curled up with its face buried in its knees.

Mrs. Johnson's eyes widened in shock, and she nearly dropped the trash she was holding. "That's not trash! That's a person! Quick, call 911!"

"What?!" Adrian exclaimed, finally realizing what he was seeing. He quickly dialed 91