Poppy, on the other hand, saw something different in Robin's gaze. His gaze was not only filled with passion but also with a long-held sadness.She can see it because she frequently looks at herself in the mirror after enduring painful torture. Even though it was only a guess and could be wrong, she became curious about Robin Luciano's difficult life.“What are you thinking about?”Robin dislikes being stared at for a long time. He hugged her body, controlling his movements deeper and deeper. Poppy also wrapped her legs tightly around his body.His soft moan was heard near Poppy's ear. Poppy whimpered, causing the hair on his body to stand up.“I'm so drunk right now...”Poppy nodded and rested her forehead on Robin's shoulder. His shirt felt wet with sweat, just like hers.“Even if you aren't drunk, you must do this... we only have one month.” Poppy whispered after catching her breath.Robin tightened his embrace. He was hesitant to express his disappointment at her words.“Don't you
Robin didn’t leave and instead lay quietly on the bed. “Don’t smile alone like a crazy person! Hurry up and order dinner!” He snapped, destroying Poppy's lovely imagination.‘Mr. Robin did not see me! How did he realize I was smiling? Does he secretly have a sixth sense?’“Don't think about ridiculous things!” Robin seemed to get inside Poppy's mind.Poppy covered her mouth with one hand. She got goosebumps all of a sudden.‘Have I been with a ghost since then? His behavior is also unlike the Mr. Robin I know. He can read my mind and knows what I'm doing without seeing me!’“You haven't moved yet?”“I will do it.”Poppy immediately stood up and grabbed her dress, putting it on quickly. She rushed to the intercom near the bed to call the chef from the kitchen.“Mr. Robin wants to eat dinner in the room.” Poppy responded after hearing the chef's voice say hello.She immediately returned the intercom to its original position, without waiting for an answer. Her gaze stayed on Robin, who o
Poppy was impatient to put food in her mouth. She immediately grabbed a plate for Robin. She placed it on the nightstand but only received her husband's sharp gaze.“Do you understand what it means to serve?”“I've taken your food. Please get up and enjoy your dinner.”Robin shook his head, astonished that Poppy didn't understand what he meant. “You know I'm still in bed, but you're still asking me to take the plate?”Poppy attempted to understand the meaning of his words. She took the plate and politely handed it to him.Robin then sat down. He didn’t do anything, didn't take the plate, just stared at her.“Sir, please take it.” Poppy urged him to accept the plate right away. Her hands could not bear carrying it for too long.“Sit down.”Poppy quickly sat down.“Use your hand to serve me.”Poppy was confused for a moment. ‘Did he want me to feed him?’She didn't want to waste time, so she cut the meat on the plate and reached a fork in front of him. The fork in her hand shook slightl
“Mr. Robin!” Poppy exclaimed, opening the door roughly, with a panicked expression.Robin, who was still sitting on the bed, immediately turned toward the voice. He suddenly lost his anger and stared at his wife in amazement.Poppy walked quickly closer until the pink dress she was wearing waved as if blown by the wind. Robin could feel the freshness of the air hit him, especially when he saw his wife call his name again with a lovely smile, as she had done the day before when Poppy played with Alice.“Robin…” Poppy's voice was seductive.His body reacted instantly to the seduction. ‘Am I dreaming?’Poppy approached him as if she were a shining angel. His heart was racing, as if the world around him were only filled with the sound of his heartbeat.“What should I do, Mr. Robin?!”Poppy sat on the bed, dropping her body so that the mattress swayed. The unexpected movement jolted Robin's beautiful sight, which turned out to be his imagination.Robin blinked and noticed Poppy's worried e
“Stay away from me!” A woman yelled in an alley near a towering structure in the middle of the night.Rose was trapped in a cul-de-sac. The narrow, gloomy road was only illuminated by the weak glow of flickering city lamps. The moist and putrid odor permeated the air, along with the remains of garbage littered on the street corners. Only Rose's footsteps could be heard echoing against the towering, solid stone walls.Her legs are exhausted after running continually. She escaped from Flint, the mafia boss' right-hand man.Rose's plan almost succeeded when she boarded a cargo ship. However, escape from the island known as Solterra is not easy. There are too many "big boss" men, including Flint. He saw Rose board the ship and sent the other guys to catch her.For four years on Solterra Island, where these mafias live, human trafficking has become a natural occurrence, leaving Rose unable to survive. Especially the torture she suffered from the big boss when he was angry. Her body was cov
“You just have to do what I say.” He gazed at Rose's miserable expression. “Be my wife and bear my child.”Rose's mouth opened wide. She still couldn't believe what he said. They're like chalk and cheese. Why would he offer something so absurd to a stranger like her?“Are you kidding?”Rose does not think she is ugly. It's only that her appearance always looks shabby since she's enslaved up in a building controlled by the Big Boss and used for human trafficking.“Do I look like I'm joking?”Rose shook her head quickly. His attractive and cold gaze suggests that he does not enjoy making jokes.“Mr. Robin Luciano!”Rose's was slightly eased by Saul's exclamation from a distance. Saul bowed respectfully to Robin. Rose was stunned when she saw him. The big boss, who never bends his face in front of others, unexpectedly turns out to be a servant to Robin.Rose had heard that an influential businessman would be visiting this island. He is opening the country's largest nightclub and will hir
Saul gritted his teeth and signaled to his people to back off. “We will transact inside.” He looked directly into Robin's eyes.“Good choice.”Robin instructed his men to lead Rose onto the helicopter. Other helicopters were also deployed to transfer the women Robin ordered.Soon afterwards, Saul and Robin emerged from the building. Now, the big boss appears to be happier than before. Who wouldn't be delighted to get that much money?As Robin entered the same helicopter as Rose, he asked, “You can read, right?”Rose was kidnapped when she was eighteen. To be more exact, after her high school graduation. Of course, she can read and write.Rose, on the other hand, wasn't even offended that she was perceived as uneducated. She was still perplexed and horrified by the situation that had just happened.“I can,” Rose replied softly.“Read this.” Robin handed her a yellow map. Rose instantly followed his orders without saying anything.Rose's new identification documents can be seen on the m
The man in front of Rose, who is now her legal husband, sat casually, as if unconcerned by the circumstance. Robin reclined back on the sofa, his right arm resting on the armrest, and looked at Poppy with calm yet observant eyes.“My grandfather, Dante Luciano, wants us to stay at his house for one week,” he stated, breaking the silence.Poppy raised her head, looking at Robin with a puzzled expression. “At his house?” she asked hesitantly.Robin gave a nod. “He wants to ensure that this marriage meets his expectations. Dante is a man who seeks certainty at all costs, and I'm sure he'll be keeping an eye on you from now on.”Poppy gazed down, her fingers squeezing together. “I understand.”Robin leaned forward slightly and focused more intently on Poppy. “Don’t worry. Your job is just to play our role. Make sure you comply with our agreement. There’s nothing to be afraid of if you do it well.”Poppy nodded lightly. Despite the fact that her heart was still racing with anxiety, she tri
“Mr. Robin!” Poppy exclaimed, opening the door roughly, with a panicked expression.Robin, who was still sitting on the bed, immediately turned toward the voice. He suddenly lost his anger and stared at his wife in amazement.Poppy walked quickly closer until the pink dress she was wearing waved as if blown by the wind. Robin could feel the freshness of the air hit him, especially when he saw his wife call his name again with a lovely smile, as she had done the day before when Poppy played with Alice.“Robin…” Poppy's voice was seductive.His body reacted instantly to the seduction. ‘Am I dreaming?’Poppy approached him as if she were a shining angel. His heart was racing, as if the world around him were only filled with the sound of his heartbeat.“What should I do, Mr. Robin?!”Poppy sat on the bed, dropping her body so that the mattress swayed. The unexpected movement jolted Robin's beautiful sight, which turned out to be his imagination.Robin blinked and noticed Poppy's worried e
Poppy was impatient to put food in her mouth. She immediately grabbed a plate for Robin. She placed it on the nightstand but only received her husband's sharp gaze.“Do you understand what it means to serve?”“I've taken your food. Please get up and enjoy your dinner.”Robin shook his head, astonished that Poppy didn't understand what he meant. “You know I'm still in bed, but you're still asking me to take the plate?”Poppy attempted to understand the meaning of his words. She took the plate and politely handed it to him.Robin then sat down. He didn’t do anything, didn't take the plate, just stared at her.“Sir, please take it.” Poppy urged him to accept the plate right away. Her hands could not bear carrying it for too long.“Sit down.”Poppy quickly sat down.“Use your hand to serve me.”Poppy was confused for a moment. ‘Did he want me to feed him?’She didn't want to waste time, so she cut the meat on the plate and reached a fork in front of him. The fork in her hand shook slightl
Robin didn’t leave and instead lay quietly on the bed. “Don’t smile alone like a crazy person! Hurry up and order dinner!” He snapped, destroying Poppy's lovely imagination.‘Mr. Robin did not see me! How did he realize I was smiling? Does he secretly have a sixth sense?’“Don't think about ridiculous things!” Robin seemed to get inside Poppy's mind.Poppy covered her mouth with one hand. She got goosebumps all of a sudden.‘Have I been with a ghost since then? His behavior is also unlike the Mr. Robin I know. He can read my mind and knows what I'm doing without seeing me!’“You haven't moved yet?”“I will do it.”Poppy immediately stood up and grabbed her dress, putting it on quickly. She rushed to the intercom near the bed to call the chef from the kitchen.“Mr. Robin wants to eat dinner in the room.” Poppy responded after hearing the chef's voice say hello.She immediately returned the intercom to its original position, without waiting for an answer. Her gaze stayed on Robin, who o
Poppy, on the other hand, saw something different in Robin's gaze. His gaze was not only filled with passion but also with a long-held sadness.She can see it because she frequently looks at herself in the mirror after enduring painful torture. Even though it was only a guess and could be wrong, she became curious about Robin Luciano's difficult life.“What are you thinking about?”Robin dislikes being stared at for a long time. He hugged her body, controlling his movements deeper and deeper. Poppy also wrapped her legs tightly around his body.His soft moan was heard near Poppy's ear. Poppy whimpered, causing the hair on his body to stand up.“I'm so drunk right now...”Poppy nodded and rested her forehead on Robin's shoulder. His shirt felt wet with sweat, just like hers.“Even if you aren't drunk, you must do this... we only have one month.” Poppy whispered after catching her breath.Robin tightened his embrace. He was hesitant to express his disappointment at her words.“Don't you
“Do you… want to help me?” Poppy looked expectantly at Robin.However, Robin didn't respond. He kissed her lips again, this time with a more passionate kiss.Robin squeezed her body and stroked her back. Even though their skin was covered with a cloth, Poppy could feel the heat that flowed from Robin's every touch. Meanwhile, Robin started to close his eyes and enjoyed her lips, which felt sweeter than the first time they kissed.Right. He still recalls their first kiss but denies it. Robin Luciano has promised himself that he will never give his heart to anyone. When he kissed his wife at the time, his mind continued to deny that he was becoming attracted to her.Robin lifted her body and sat down on the table. He let go of his lips just to say, “You should seek help from me, not from another man.” Then kiss her more roughly.Poppy didn't intend to ask Rafael for help either. She really wanted to ask for Robin's help, but she hadn't found the right time before now.‘I just feel sorry
Robin seemed to be implying that Poppy should not trust Rafael. Even though he didn't say it clearly or explain why, she got the impression that he was warning her this time rather than threatening her.‘Rafael is really nice to me. He was also quite helpful. Is it because Mr. Robin doesn't get along with Rafael that he despises him and has negative thoughts about him?’“If you mistrust someone and let them destroy my plan, I will make sure you regret it.” Robin threatened this time.Poppy gulped hard. His words are truly correct. Rafael mentioned her surname previously. He also stated that he would investigate a woman named Mrs. Valentine, whom she was certain was her stepmother.‘Rafael shouldn’t find out about my background. I'd better ask Mr. Robin for help before the situation worsens because my true identity has been revealed.’ Poppy made up her mind.“I will ask the same question. What were you and Rafael talking about earlier?” Robin's voice is quieter, but it feels pressing.
“Poppy, I have good news for you!” Rafael exclaimed, knocking on the door.Poppy hurriedly opened the door, intending to tell him to leave. Robin would definitely accuse her again if he saw her talking to Rafael, especially in front of her room, which raised suspicions.“Rafael, this is not the right time to talk.”“No, you must listen to me! I just found out who sold that painting!” Rafael pointed with his eyes at the painting in her room.She was suddenly transfixed, staring at Rafael. “Really? Who's that?”She tried to stay calm so as not to appear suspicious for being so interested in the painting. Her composure was quickly lost when she noticed Robin approaching from a distance.Robin's expression was cold and angry. Was he angry because of the previous incident or because she was speaking with Rafael?“We will talk later, Rafael. I don't want Robin to misunderstand you ever again.” Poppy spoke as if she was worried about Rafael and Robin's relationship getting worse, but she was
“How can I not be angry when she causes a delay in an important meeting with you?”Robin was reluctant to argue with his grandfather. After all, he was late to the meeting because of her. He didn't think Dante would be upset with her because they weren't close enough. It didn't matter if he used her as a scapegoat. Besides, he was pretty upset that she was starting to turn against him.“No, Grandpa! He is lying! I never stopped him from going to the office! He came himself and sat down, interrupting my fun!” This time, she was telling the truth and expressing her feelings. She was even more terrified when she saw Dante's hardened expression and didn't want to arouse his rage.Robin laughed in disbelief. The woman, who had always acted like a cornered and helpless little mouse, dared to accuse him in front of his grandfather.“Well, you're very good at talking!” Dante looked at each of them in turn. Their interaction resembled a fight between a husband and wife.Was his hunch incorrect
“Why didn't you inform me before coming here?” asked Robin, attempting to distract from Dante's question.Robin was certain that Dante had only heard his last conversation with Poppy after analyzing Dante's question. If Dante had truly understood the situation, he wouldn't have asked.“You should be at the office right now! And I have no obligation to report any of my activities to you!” Dante pointed his walking stick directly at Robin's face. “Did you fool me by hiring this woman to be your wife?!”“Grandpa, what nonsense are you saying? Why would I marry and complicate my life just to fool you?” Robin responded as he removed the walking stick from in front of his face.Dante squinted, not seeming to believe his grandson at all. “So you admit that your life is complicated because you pretended to be married?”Robin gave a harsh sigh. “Yes, being married complicates my life, but I do not pretend to be married to her. If you don't believe me, I can show you my marriage certificate.”“