"Is everything alright?""Yes, it's just a business call. I am afraid I have to run along to the office now.""I told you you would have to go back to your company to handle business, didn't I?" she said, chuckling."I will tell you about it when I get home.""It's fine, you should run along now."She watched as his driver helped him in the car. She returned to her restaurant only when his car was out of sight."I am sorry about earlier. It won't happen again. Please enjoy your food."She apologized to her customers once more on behalf of Maya's behaviour.The day was more hectic than usual for Emma. She had a lot of customers and deliveries to handle. Although she had people working for her, she was actively involved in the business herself.It was noon and she decided to take a break when she noticed her phone ringing in her bag.The call ended before she could pick it up. Checking through, there were five missed calls from her mom and two from her dad."Why did dad and mom call? It
Emma got back from the family dinner but Adriel was not back home. She could not eat much at the family dinner because of how tense it was so she had a light dinner at home and waited up for Adriel.Adriel trudged through the front door in his wheelchair, his exhaustion evident in his slumped shoulders and weary eyes. Emma rushed to his side, concern etched on her face."Hey, how was your day?" she asked, helping him out of his coat.Adriel sighed, collapsing onto the couch. "Long, stressful and frustrating."Emma sat beside him, her hand on her knee. "Want to talk about it?"Adriel rubbed his temples, his eyes closed as he balanced himself on the couch, "Can I get a bottle of water first?"She nodded and stood up to get a bottle of water for him.Handing it over to him, she sat across him.He raised a brow when he saw her do that, "Come sit here." Smiling, he motioned her to come sit near him. She agreed but stayed a distance off him.He kept his eyes closed for a while, breathing i
Adriel's eyes narrowed, his mind racing with the implications of Emma's revelation. "What makes you think that?" he asked, his voice low and urgent.Emma hesitated, as if unsure how much to reveal. "I saw something that day, something that didn't seem right. I did not think much of it at the time, but now I realize it was suspicious."Adriel's grip on her hand tightened. "What did you see?"Emma took a deep breath before speaking. "I saw a car following yours, a black sedan with tinted windows. And at the hospital, I saw the same car parked outside. I didn't think much of it then, but now I realize it was the same car.""Are you sure of that?""Yes, I remembered everything clearly."Adriel saw the concern in Emma's eyes but this was his business so he was not going to allow her to disturb herself over it.The shocking revelation changed the atmosphere, leaving a gloomy mood."Thank you for telling me. I will handle it myself so you shouldn't bother about it from now.""Okay, I am cert
"No!"Maya screamed in anger as she threw down objects on the table.Sophia rushed to her, holding her hands to prevent her from further destroying things."Leave me alone!" She yelled, pushing Sophia hard to the ground."What is wrong with you Maya? Why are you so mad? Will you kill yourself over someone who does not care about your plot towards her and wants to avoid you at all cost?""Is that the best you can say now? Are you going to be on Emma's side or my side?""That is not what I mean and I know you understand. I am not supporting her. I am your friend so I am on your side.""So why are you stopping me. Let me vent my frustration.""You can but please don't do it in my house. You just broke some of my precious babies.""Gosh! You're unbelievable, Sophia.""I don't have a rich second father that will foot my bills so please don't ruin the things in my house." Sophia put on a pleading look, begging Maya to stop destroying things and to quench her anger."I will pay for the damag
Emma pushed open the door to Adriel's study, intending to discuss some urgent matters with him.She met his personal assistant standing in the study and discussing with Adriel.He turned to see who would just walk in and was about to scold the person.He knew nobody had the nerves to open the door to his boss study when he was in. They had to knock first so who was just going to push the door open without knocking?His eyes widened in shock as Emma entered, his gaze darting between her and Adriel, who was not sitting in his wheelchair."Ma'am, wait!" He exclaimed, his voice laced with panic. "You should not be here right now!""It's not what you think about him. He is actually just relying on a support fixed on his legs to stand.""Oh really? I can see his legs are fine." Emma chuckled when she saw him try so hard to cover for his boss.Adriel, however, remained calm, a hint of a smile on his face. "It is okay, Alex. She knows the truth.""How did...?" stuttered, he looked from Adrie
Emma woke up the next morning to prepare for work. She took a morning bathe and slipped into a knee length gown before going downstairs.The light in the kitchen was turned on and she wondered who was inside. Was it the housekeeper? But she never woke up this early. Emma's curiosity got the better of her, and she slowly approached the kitchen, wondering who could be up so early. She did not even think it was Adriel. Adriel never woke up so early. He could stay up late to do his stuff but not waking up so early.As she entered, she was surprised to see Adriel sitting at the table, sipping a cup of tea. He looked up and caught her gaze, a hint of a smile on his face."Good morning," he said, his voice low and husky. "You're here so early today."Emma felt a flutter in her chest, taken aback by his unexpected presence. "Good morning," she replied, trying to sound casual. "I could say the same about you. What brings you here so early?""I just couldn't sleep and decided to come down fo
Adriel's voice was laced with worry as he spoke to Emma, who was lying limp in his arms. "Hold on, dear. We'll be there soon."Mark, the driver, sped through the streets, weaving in and out of traffic. Adriel's eyes were fixed on Emma's pale face, her eyes closed as she struggled to breathe.After what felt like an eternity, they arrived at the hospital. Adriel felt he should just leap out of the car, carrying Emma into the emergency room but he could not, he was lame and everyone believed that. So he waited for the driver to open the door and carry Emma out. He helped himself on his electronic wheelchair through the other door.The medical staff rushed to attend to her, ushering Adriel into a waiting room.He paced back and forth, his mind racing with thoughts of what could be wrong with Emma. He couldn't shake off the feeling that this was more than just a coincidence."I haven't seen her this way before and she didn't look sick this morning or when I met at her home this evening."
"Good morning.""Good morning, Adriel. Thank you for yesterday."Emma walked in to the living room to meet Adriel seated on the sofa."You don't have to thank me for it. It is what I should do.""Oh, aren't you going to work today?" She asked when she looked at her watch to see it was past the time he left for work."I don't think I would go today. I would just stay behind and watch you.""But I am fine now.""I didn't say you aren't fine. I just want to make sure you don't go to work and do anything stressful.""You can have your staff watch over me. You shouldn't mix business with pleasure."There was a glint of sadness in Adriel's eyes for a while but he covered it quickly with a smile."Besides, you still need to find out who is behind your troubles. Shouldn't you?""Of course, I should." "I will get my assistant to come over to help you with anything you need.""I am absolutely fine and I can handle myself so you don't have to worry about anything."Adriel nodded and left off to