[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-evil-mc-s-ntr-harem":3,"chapter-evil-mc-s-ntr-harem-evil-mc-s-ntr-harem-chapter-432":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Evil MC's NTR Harem",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1831581,2438,"Chapter 432 Mug","evil-mc-s-ntr-harem-chapter-432",432,"\u003Cp>Faith, of course, stayed with Ross that day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They spent the entire time tangled in sheets, alternating between passionate lovemaking and lazy conversations, exactly in that order.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a day filled with intimacy and laughter, their connection deepening with every passing hour.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When night fell, they had dinner together, a rare moment of calm after hours of indulgence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Afterward, they turned on the TV, expecting to relax, but what they saw left them stunned. Discover exclusive tales on My Virtual Library Empire\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The well-known philanthropist Faith Richards has been reported missing since last night,\" the news anchor announced, their tone grave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Her family is offering a reward of up to one million dollars for any information that could lead to her safe return. If you have any information, please contact the following numbers...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Faith stared at the screen in disbelief. Her mouth hung open as the announcement replayed in her mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh god!\" she blurted out, panic setting in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I turned off my phone last night, and Tristan must have freaked out when he couldn't find me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She hurriedly grabbed her phone, her hands shaking as she turned it back on.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Notifications flooded in—missed calls, frantic messages, and voicemails. Without wasting a moment, she called her parents.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mom, Dad, I'm fine! There's no need to worry,\" she assured them, doing her best to sound calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I just needed some time to myself, that's all. I'll explain everything when I get back.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her parents were relieved, though their voices carried a mix of concern and frustration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the call, Faith noticed several missed calls from Tristan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her expression darkened, and she didn't hesitate—she blocked his number without a second thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ross watched her with a raised eyebrow, his curiosity piqued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Everything okay?\" he asked, his voice steady and reassuring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Faith let out a sigh, brushing a strand of hair behind her ear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I need to go back now,\" she said, her tone firm yet reluctant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ross leaned forward, his gaze locking onto hers. \"Do you need any help?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Faith paused, the weight of her situation pressing down on her. After a moment, she nodded and offered him a soft smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah… I think I might.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ross returned the smile, his confidence unwavering. \"Then let's take care of it together.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Faith felt a sense of reassurance as she prepared to face the storm waiting for her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Ross by her side, she knew she wasn't alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They quickly dressed and headed to Faith's charity building.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ross chose not to bring his car, opting instead to join Faith in hers, letting her take the wheel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The drive took over thirty minutes, the two of them sitting in comfortable silence, the weight of the situation lingering between them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When they arrived at the modest two-story building, the sight of children running to greet Faith was immediate and heartwarming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Miss Faith!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You're back!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I thought you left us!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The children swarmed around her, hugging her tightly, some of them bursting into tears.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their emotions overwhelmed Faith, and tears welled up in her own eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Where would I go? You're my family,\" she said, her voice trembling as she knelt down to embrace them all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course, I was going to come back. I just had to go away to fix something. But I'm here now, and I promise—I'm not going anywhere again without telling you, okay?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her tears fell freely, but even in this vulnerable moment, Faith's beauty shone brighter than ever, a radiant mix of love and compassion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ross watched her from a few steps away, captivated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She looked even more stunning than usual, her sincerity and care making her glow in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His body reacted instinctively—he felt a sudden rush of heat and hardened instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Ross quickly forced himself to focus, shaking his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This wasn't the time or place for such thoughts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He crossed his arms and leaned casually against the car, reminding himself why they were here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Faith stood, wiping her tears and smiling down at the children.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now, who's ready to tell me what I've missed?\" she asked warmly, her voice filled with affection.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The children began excitedly sharing stories, their laughter echoing through the building.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ross stayed in the background, a quiet observer to this tender reunion, but a small smile tugged at his lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching Faith like this only made him want her more, though he knew there were other priorities to handle first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The reunion was sweet and heartfelt, as if they hadn't seen each other in years, even though it had only been one night and one day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Faith's presence brought a sense of comfort and joy that lit up the entire room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beep. A car honked outside, breaking through the laughter and chatter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's me. I ordered pizzas for everyone,\" Ross said casually.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All the children turned to look at him, their eyes wide with recognition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many of them knew him—his face was impossible to miss, given his popularity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few looked like they wanted to ask him questions, their curiosity evident, but the arrival of food quickly stole their attention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Excitement rippled through the room as the kids helped carry in the stacks of pizza boxes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ross and Faith stood off to the side, watching as the impromptu feast brought even more life to the building.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An hour later, the cheerful atmosphere was interrupted by someone barging into their gathering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Faith!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The voice was deep and commanding, and everyone turned toward the entrance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There stood a tall, strikingly handsome man. His sharp features and confident posture made him impossible to ignore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was none other than Tristan—Faith's boyfriend.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tristan's expression lit up the moment he saw Faith, excitement and relief evident in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But as his gaze shifted to Ross, the warmth drained from his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Recognition dawned, and his handsome features immediately soured.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His jaw tightened, his posture stiffening as his eyes darted between Faith and Ross, suspicion and confusion flickering across his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Faith,\" Tristan said, his tone sharp and questioning, \"what's going on here?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Faith, noticing the tension building, quickly stepped in. Her voice turned serious, carrying a calm authority.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let's take this upstairs,\" she said firmly, her eyes meeting Tristan's in a silent plea for understanding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ross watched the exchange silently, his relaxed demeanor unshaken, though a subtle smirk played at the corner of his lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without a word, he crossed his arms and leaned casually against the wall, clearly unbothered by Tristan's arrival.\u003C\u002Fp>",1078,"2026-06-09T06:18:43.919Z",1,"novelbin.me","a020ce36393c6ab9e4683f2b09b7e21c7c73d4bb55f81d8cca853c65d0955ae4","evil-mc-s-ntr-harem-chapter-433","evil-mc-s-ntr-harem-chapter-431",1212,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fevil-mc-s-ntr-harem-cover.jpg"]