****"No-oh! I apologize; I do not know how my hand slipped and this occurred to you. Please accept my sincere apologies," The waiter begged Jackson's forgiveness after spilling crimson wine over his white shirt.The waiter's eyes revealed sorrow as well as dread, and Ana could not help but feel awful for him since it seemed like he was afraid of losing his job if Jackson reported to his boss. Jackson, on the other hand, was entitled to be upset because the wine stain was irreversible and he had arrived in white clothing.Minding the situation, Ana responded, "Eat fast and leave." She believed keeping Jackson from responding would be the finest thing to happen at this point, until the waiter said in a hurried tone, "Sir if you give me a minute, I will clean it, dry it, and hand it to you. We have a particular method for removing wine stains from fabric.""Do not bother." With a dejected tone, Jackson rejected assistance, which alarmed the waiter since it was not enough for him to pour
****"It is truly unfortunate to let you down, but I do not have much time to scroll through Wikipedia or Google to get to know about you. Jackson did it, in order to discover how you managed the Dean to agree with your tantrum," Anastasia answered quietly, without showing any interest or irritation, as if she was perfectly happy answering any of his questions without showing much emotion.Richard, on the other hand, found it particularly annoying since it was the first time he had discovered a fascinating discussion going on, but the person on the other end was not answering him in a way that pleased him."It seems strange that a man finds me appealing too," With a sly smile, Richard made fun of Jackson."This is not strange at all! You are attractive, therefore you draw attention from the opposite gender and occasionally from the same gender," Ana said, staring into Richard's eyes, and she was not lying about Richard's attractiveness. She had met a lot of guys of all ages, but none
****As soon as they exited the restaurant, Richard shot a man who was lurking behind a tree to shoot them. Anastasia was far more than steady; her ears were continually hearing the shower of bullets, and her eyes could see individuals standing with weapons drawn on them, their sole goal was to kill them.Even though she understood these people were after this man, not her, she was still viewed as their foe since he was with her."I just cursed my fate for letting this guy sit next to me!" Anastasia imagined the unforeseen circumstances that could be her current condition if he did not remain near her. By now, she would be back at her house, sleeping well and feeling relaxed."They are going to gun us down." Anastasia's horror deepened, causing her heart to beat faster in fear. At the same time, she cast her attention around, seeking the goons who were hidden somewhere."You will be safe!" Richard muttered as he dragged her along a tiny street. Anastasia was begging for assistance, but
*****The villa Anastasia arrived at astounded her; this mysterious man had such a property; how could she not believe that he may be a millionaire in addition to a mafia member? Her heels rapidly followed Richard, and the staff at his home took their time escorting Richard to his room. However, all of their inquisitive gaze was fixed on Ana, as though they were still unable to fathom the identity of this woman and how she ended up riding in the same vehicle as their master.Ana had given her smile to some people but then she got a notion from their attitude that these people would not be able to stop themselves unless their master said something to them. Keeping this in mind, she continued walking with her eyes and attitude straight.Richard's bedroom was enormous, as was the bed; it was hard to grasp how many people might fit on that bed at once. Meanwhile, the entire home seemed to sparkle with wealth.Richard groaned as his shoulder hit the bed, causing a nerve-tearing anguish in
****"I am no gentleman, Ana. I am far more deadly than you think. It is only that this is my first experience talking to a female in such a polite manner," Richard grimly muttered, his eyes dangerously narrowing on Ana, who felt her calm nerves stiffen and a powerful anxiety rise in her heart. She attempted to look at him, but she could not because the tone he was using at the time felt too powerful for a normal heart to stand upright.Ana remarked as she started to suture his wound, "You do not owe me, Mr. If you believe that threatening or coercing me would make me listen to you, then you have the erroneous idea regarding me." Her concern stemmed from the fact that the guy remained silent and did not express any discomfort, even though he had not had any anaesthetic or numbing before the stitching.Richard turned to face the opposite side and said, "If you stay stubborn then I will make everything that you would not find humorous.""I am also not a weak girl who would be terrified b
******" Don't fret, Sinni—I am all right. Yes, Jackson is not with me," Ana answered, scratching her brow in frustration as the maid stood in front of her while she was on the phone. It felt as if the maid had been given orders to watch over her."Madam, you do not need to come home tonight because Jackson Sir is not with you," Sinni replied, her voice trembling slightly. Ana had experienced it previously as well, but she disregarded it since she believed she was wrong. However, she felt at the moment that she wasn't sensing wrong- there was something happened with Sinni."I do not think you should withhold anything from me, Sinni. Tell me, what is the matter with you? You are giving me heartache."While she was away from home and unable to ascertain Sinni's reason for being so agitated, Ana questioned with a composed tone to pull things out of her."They arrived, seeking for you," Sinni remarked with a pressured voice, "As Sky and I were strolling outside, several thugs barged out o
****Richard moaned, trying to open his eyes. When he felt the weight against his body, he groaned once again. He twisted his lips in displeasure, opened his eyes, and saw Ana's hand and leg on his torso, her head on his arm, but what made him not push her away was her ethereal face. Richard should have been upset and slapped the person who dared to touch him, but instead, his heart began to pound more loudly."Ana," he whispered softly as if he could not bring himself to be harsh or push her away from him."Hummm!" Anna's countenance turned irritated as if she did not want to be jolted up from her slumber, and her arm around Richard's neck tightened. Richard went through a period of intense struggle. He could not get out of this predicament or keep himself in it since his heart rate was driving him insane.His gaze abruptly halted at Ana's lips, which were the colour of rose petals. There was a change in his breathing also, and a warm sensation spread throughout his body. Richard acc
****Richard was trying to pull the trousers up from his crotch with one hand. While Emilia stood outside, she yelled and began beating on the door more aggressively, "Richard, what are you doing locking the door? Who is with you?"Richard grew irate because not only was Emilia screaming hysterically, but he was also unable to bring up his trousers to his waist with one hand. The other hand was still far too hefty and numb to move around."Let me assist you one more time, but you need someone with you, thus keep that in mind. If you try to move your damaged hand with too much force, the stitches can tear, allowing blood to gush out and triggering the possibility of infection," Ana shook her head in offence since, despite her reservations, she was caring for him.Ana grasped the rim of the trousers with both hands and added, “Push your item in a little with your hand so that the pant gets on top.”The item she was pointing at was his crotch, and it was the one keeping the trousers from
Thank you for reading. Regarding the letters from Mr. Warner: I previously mentioned Richard confiding in Ana about the clot in his brain, revealing that he doesn’t have much time left. Richard's father was aware of this as well. Moreover, he didn’t want to tarnish his mother’s image in Richard’s mind, which is why he wrote those letters and kept them hidden, setting certain conditions. Ana received a letter where her father explained why he accepted the marriage proposal from Richard's father. After being betrayed by Richard's mother, Richard's father feared that if Selena gained control, disaster could befall Richard. To protect his son, Richard's father chose Ana to be Richard’s wife when they were children and conveyed this wish to Richard's grandmother. I didn’t mention the letter Ana received from her father because she never asked Richard for it. She placed complete trust in him and her father's decision for her to marry Richard. She believed that if anything serious were me
****** Ana spotted her mother in the crowd, her heart clenching with a mix of emotions. Despite the hurt and anger she felt towards her mother and those who had wronged her in the past, there was a part of Ana that longed for reconciliation, for a chance to mend the broken relationships. "You're late, the party started long ago," Ana said, her tone tinged with a hint of reproach. Her mother turned to her, her eyes filled with warmth and regret. "I know, Ana, and I'm sorry. But seeing you now, looking so beautiful and radiant, I couldn't help but be filled with pride and joy. You're glowing like a new bride, my dear. I want to give you all my blessings and wishes, and I pray that God, if there is one, will shower you with happiness for the rest of your life." Ana felt a lump form in her throat as her mother enveloped her in a warm embrace. It had been so long since they had shared such a moment, since Ana had felt the comforting embrace of her mother's arms and the familiar scent th
***** The party began with a flurry of guests and media personnel, all abuzz with the shocking revelation that Richard Hill had been secretly married for years. The news was a stark contrast to his highly publicized engagement with Miss Emilia, which turned out to be a complete hoax. "Mr. Hill, this is quite the surprise!" a reporter exclaimed, approaching Richard, who stood among his friends, holding a glass of whiskey. He looked every bit the charismatic figure, exuding an almost godlike presence. Richard smiled, his eyes twinkling with amusement. "Well, I suppose I’ve always had a knack for surprises." The reporter leaned in, eager for more details. "I believe there will be many wedding photos you would love to share with us. How did you manage to keep your marriage a secret for so long?" Richard chuckled softly. "It wasn't easy, I assure you. But sometimes, the most important things in life are worth the extra effort to keep private. My wife and I valued our privacy above all
*****One month later; There was a grand celebration at Hill Mansion, where Richard used to live. Grandmother had already arranged the event for Richard and Ana, so they couldn't cancel the party despite their initial plans. Richard had been bedridden for a month, resting. When he finally decided to take a vacation, Grandmother's request delayed their departure by a couple of days."Ana, what is taking you so long to pick a dress for the party?" Phoebe asked, clearly stressed. Ana's indifference and laid-back attitude about the event were getting on her nerves."This dress makes me feel like a billionaire," Ana grumbled, flopping onto the bed. "It's too much. I prefer a low-profile look."Phoebe sighed, exasperated. "Ana, this isn't just any party. Grandmother has called the media to announce your marriage. Can't you make an exception just this once?"Ana looked thoughtful for a moment before responding. "I know, Phoebe. I just don't want to stand out too much. But for Richard, I'll
****** "Are you alright?" Sonia asked Mason, who had just undergone surgery to remove a bullet from his arm. Despite his critical condition, no one had come to visit him except for Selena. "I don’t need your sympathy," Mason replied coldly. "Knowing about my health won’t gain you anything. You can leave." Sonia frowned, feeling hurt by his harsh words. "Mason, I’m not here to gain anything. I was with you the entire time, talking to the doctors and making sure you were okay." Mason’s expression softened slightly, but he quickly masked it with a scowl. "Why would you do that? I didn’t ask for your help." Sonia took a deep breath, trying to keep her composure. "You didn’t have to ask. I care about you, Mason. I couldn’t just stand by and do nothing while you were fighting for your life." Mason looked away, his jaw tightening. "You shouldn’t care. It only makes things more complicated." Sonia stepped closer, her eyes filled with determination. "Why? Why does it have to be complicat
******Ana blushed further, like a young girl who had just felt her heart flutter upon hearing the truth from the man she had taken a liking to."Then who was that girl with you, and why did you let her touch you?" Ana asked, her brow furrowed in displeasure."She was Mr. Warner's daughter," Richard explained gently. "I met with her to discuss the letters from our fathers. Her touching me was accidental. I quickly moved away, worried my body might react again. It wasn't the right time to fall ill," he added with a soft smile."The blood clot in your brain was the reason for this unusual reaction in your body. It was never your disease," Ana revealed the truth to Richard.Richard smiled lightly, causing Ana to raise her eyebrows in confusion. "What’s so funny about what I said?" she asked."Are you hiding something from me?" Ana probed, her voice tinged with concern."No, I'm not hiding anything," Richard replied, his smile fading into a more serious expression. "When I read the letter
******It had been two long days since Richard was staying to the emergency room. Following the surgery, Ana had instructed everyone that he needed ample time to rest and recover, so they had purposefully kept him sedated to aid his healing process.On the morning of the third day, Richard's fingers twitched, signaling the first signs of awakening. Slowly, he opened his eyes, the room coming into soft focus around him. As his vision cleared, he noticed an abundance of flowers surrounding his bed, their vibrant colors filling the room.He sat up with a cold expression, immediately sensing something was amiss. Reaching up, his hand brushed the side of his head, where he discovered a significant chunk of hair missing. Confusion clouded his mind as he tried to piece together what had happened.Just then, a nurse entered the room, her cheerful demeanor contrasting with his bewilderment. "Sir, you're awake! We've been expecting this. How are you feeling?" she asked with a bright smile."Wha
*****"Ana," Phoebe called softly, tugging lightly at Ana's hand as she stepped out in her surgical gown."Are you really sure about this?" Phoebe's voice trembled with concern. "What if Richard doesn't even remember you? Do you want to go through with it so hastily?" Her eyes were filled with worry, her brow furrowed as she stared at Ana's face for reassurance."His life means everything to me," Ana said, taking a deep breath. "Right now, it doesn't matter to me whether he recognizes me when he wakes up or not. I'll accept whatever fate has in store for us."Phoebe looked at her friend, noticing the cold, almost clinical expression on Ana's face. It was a look she'd seen before—one Ana wore whenever she prepared for a major work. Ana believed that feelings and emotions had no place in critical moments, and today was no exception."But Ana," Phoebe pleaded, her voice tinged with desperation, "how can you be so detached about this? This isn't just any operation. This is Richard. Your R
"I had very carefully put Ana to bed last night," Sonia said with confidence. "I'm sure whatever happened must have occurred this morning. At the same time, I messaged Jackson and asked him to send you home," she explained, her voice steady. She had left Ana safely in another room before heading over to Mason's room. However, when she returned to Ana's room in the morning, she didn't find her there, which made her think Ana might have left for home. Phoebe looked puzzled. "So, you're saying Ana was fine when you left her?" "Yes," Sonia confirmed. "I made sure she was safe and asleep. I wouldn't have left her otherwise." Phoebe's voice quivered as she spoke, "I'm sorry if I sound judgmental, but I can't shake this feeling that I should have been more careful last night." Tears welled up in her eyes as she fretted over what could have happened to Ana while she was safe at home. Sonia responded with empathy, "I understand. Right now, all we can do is hope and pray for the best." She r