Getting a testing question, Max suddenly straightened face. His throbbing jaws became clearer, as did the angry look in his eyes.
"Did you have this bad attitude back then?" he asked slowly and emphatically.
Hearing those unexpected words, Herbert's eyes widened slightly. "What are you talking about?"
A petty snort spontaneously escaped the CEO's mouth. "If you already had such a selfish and cunning mind in the past, it's no wonder that Mama cheated on you."
In just seconds, the old man was standing with hands clenched tightly. “Watch your mouth! Why do you justify the despicable act of that sly woman?”
Once again, the corner of Max's lips twitched sadly. "Then, can this despicable act of yours be justified?"
A second later, the CEO stepped forward and straightened the crumpled sheet of photos. "Didn't you say that I was smart?"
After asking, the man showed a photo of his wife receiving two pieces of paper from Herbert.
With eyes spinning and ears ringing, Max tried to grab Snowy. Having managed to get the white teddy bear, he got out of the car filled with deflated balloons.“Are you all right, Sir?” someone asked in a pinched voice.Unexpectedly, Max ignored like he didn't listen. The man continued to stagger while chanting his wife's name. No visible blood. However, everyone was worried by his pale face."Sir? How about we go to the hospital?”Max turned to the woman who was standing not far from him. Instead of answering, he whispered, "Gabriella?"Two seconds later, the man fell on the asphalt. Hysterical shrieks immediately rang out from the people surrounding him.“Call an ambulance!”"Is there a doctor around here?""How about we just take him to the nearest hospital?"Max had no idea about the panic around him. He had fallen asleep with Gabriella's image as his last vision.***
Just as Minnie and her family arrived in front of Max's room, a man in the white coat came out. Without having time to introduce herself, the old woman stopped him."Doctor, how is Mr. Max?" Minnie asked with wet eyes and deep brow furrows."Are you the patient's family?" the man asked, looking doubtful.Quickly, the butler shook her head. “We have already contacted his father and brother. In a moment, they will arrive.”Unexpectedly, the doctor tilted his head. "My apology, Madam. We are not allowed to tell the patient's condition other than to the closest people or guardians."“But we are very close to him, Doc. I've been taking care of him since he was little," Minnie explained while hitting her own chest."You can tell them the condition of my brother, Doc," Julian interrupted in a sudden. All eyes spontaneously turned to him.After nodding, the doctor began to explain. “The patient arrived unconscious. No
“I don't mind if you marry me out of disappointment with Max's refusal. I also don't mind if your goal is just to make Max regret. But, if it's because of someone else's order ..." Julian said before shaking his head, "I can't accept it." For the first time, Amber dared not argue with Julian. She didn't really love him, nor did she care. However, realizing that her words had broken the sincere man's heart, guilt finally rose within. After a moment of silence, Julian's gaze turned to his father. "If your goal is to make your son feel the excruciating pain of betrayal, I think you have succeeded." Herbert blinked flatly as his beloved son burst into tears. With a quick thought, he made up a defense. “It's not what you think. Amber accepts you not on my order. She just uses your relationship to carry out my plan." Julian laughed blandly. While looking down, he dropped more sadness. "I was already suspicious when you asked me to come back and Amber accept
"Max?" Gabriella sighed with vision starting to blur from tears. Her hand, which was no longer holding the phone, was shaking violently, just like the air in lungs burned with worry. Seeing the woman's strange behavior, the girl who was milking the cow stopped and got up from her small chair. "What's the matter, Madam? Is it really from the service office?” Rose asked, raising her eyebrows. “Did I fail to be accepted?” After a while, the sobs finally released along with the tears. Gripping the girl's arm, Gabriella tried to keep breathing. “Max .... Take me there. Please ..." the woman pleaded as she could no longer form words properly. Her brain had been paralyzed by the fear of losing. Hearing the unexpected request, Rose suddenly furrowed her brows. "What's the matter, Madam? Why did you suddenly change your mind?” “Please take me there!” Gabriella shrieked before spilling out more grief. "Where, Madam?" "I don't kno
"I'm sorry, Max. I'm sorry," Gabriella whispered even though she was choking. Her closed eyes had changed the meaning of crying as her empty heart had been filled with warmth of her husband. Stroking his wife's hair, Max took a deep breath. The heavy air no longer weighed on his lungs. He never knew that a hug could free him from suffering. "I miss you so much, Gaby. Don't ever disappear from me again." After a few moments, the couple looked at each other. Once again, the man dried Gabriella's face. "Stop crying," he asked. "I'm sorry, Max. I thought, it would be easier for you to move on. I thought you could save your job and live a carefree life without me. I didn't know that it can turn out like this," the woman said between short breaths. “Promise me, never repeat such a stupid thing again. Understand?" Gabriella nodded quickly. "I promise to always be by your side. I won't run away again." The corners of Max's lips
"Are you mad at me?" Gabriella asked when it was only her husband and herself in the room."Why should I be angry? I know you did it because you love me," Max said, looking warmly at the woman sitting on the side of the bed."But you don't seem to believe me," Gabriella said with pursed lips.Seeing that adorable look, the man automatically smiled. "Why do you think like that about Julian?"Gabriella's eyes started to spin around, looking for the first sentence to explain. "Do you know that in your father's house there is my mother's piano and trophies?"Max spontaneously raised an eyebrow and blinked flatly. "Is it true? I haven't been there in a long time."Gabriella answered with a nod. "Do you think it's possible that Julian wasn't suspicious when he saw them?""Thinking of that sly old man's demeanor, he could have lied to Julian by making up excuses."Knowing that her analysis was not accepted, the woman's breath came qui
“Can you tell me the chronology? What did the patient do before the nosebleed?” a doctor asked as he slipped the small flashlight into his pocket. Max and Gabriella suddenly looked at each other. After a small grimace, the woman worked up the courage to speak. “It happened after we did … that.” The man in the white coat automatically raised an eyebrow. "Sorry?" “Doing that, Doc. Husband ... wife," Gabriella answered in a low voice. Her face was slightly lowered to hide the blush on her cheeks. Understanding what the woman meant, the doctor nodded. “Actually, nosebleeds are common in concussion patients. But, if it could be avoided, wouldn't it be better? So, try to hold it in until the patient is fully recovered.” Seeing the suppressed smile on the doctor's face, Gabriella lowered her head to the maximum. Max was forced to hold back laugh seeing his wife's behavior. "Thank you, Doc. We'll take your suggestion," the man said, sa
In just an instant, Amber gasped. Her blood boiled and almost evaporated, whereas her whole body shook to compensate for the uncontrollable roar of the breath. The lady did not accept that she was considered inferior to the daughter of a servant. "Julian!" she yelled, trying to wake him up. However, instead of turning his head, the man dragged Mia back into the elevator. He didn't even take his eyes off her for a second. The kiss continued until the door closed. After feeling the movement of the floor under his feet, Julian finally stopped his spontaneous action. While propping his hands against the wall, he locked the girl who was frozen with round eyes and minimal blinking. "Sorry," the man sighed as he tried to calm his breath. "I'm sorry that I dared to kiss you. You can slap or hit me now." After a few seconds, the girl lowered her previously raised shoulders. After her brain managed to gather enough oxygen, a quick sigh immediately blew