“Because I want to gift these buildings to you as your inheritance. You can rent them out and the girls residing here will be treated like little princesses, just like yourself. In times of danger, they can seek refuge in these shafts. These materials are fireproof, waterproof, and even bulletproof," Waylen elaborated tenderly.

Alexis comprehended. “I understand, Dad. It's like playing hide-and-seek, finding safety within the shaft," she mused.

Waylen smiled fondly. "You're a clever one, aren't you?"

The Exceed Group, her father's legacy, the safety shaft where she could seek refuge, and a sanctuary for Leonel to keep a woman.

"Dad, I'm hiding there. Dad!"

It wasn't a princess who lived within.

Instead, it became the space where Leonel kept his affair.

Beads of sweat trickled down Alexis’ forehead as she resisted waking, but a distant voice called out softly, “Mommy... Mommy..."

It was Evelyn's voice.

Evelyn!

Alexis snapped awake, sitting up suddenly.

As Alexis woke, Rena rushed to her side, tears glistening in her eyes. “Gosh, you're finally awake. Your dad and I have been so worried about you."

Held tightly by Rena, Alexis choked back a lump in her throat. “Mom, I'm okay."

Rena remained silent, embracing Alexis tightly.

At that moment, Waylen entered the room. Catching his gaze over Rena's slightly trembling shoulder, memories of her dream and childhood flooded Alexis' mind. Her lips quivered as she called out, "Dad."

Waylen approached and enveloped his wife and daughter in a tight hug.

At his age, the thought of losing his child was unbearable-especially considering Alexis was his cherished firstborn. The mere idea of something happening to Alexis and Evelyn was unfathomable to him and Rena.

Now, Waylen could only count his blessings that they had been protected by God.

Coincidentally, the accident occurred on the top floor, where Anika resided. Alexis distinctly recalled the building's structure, even after many years had passed.

Alexis' voice trembled as she asked, “Where's Evelyn?"