Sandy looked at him silently.She agreed with what Ivan said. It was true that in the past, he would not have apologized to her at all.But he did just moments ago.She looked at him, wanting to see what he would say next and if he was up to any tricks.Ivan had gone to great lengths to obtain that relic. Sandy could not be sure if he was playing another trick or if he was being genuine.“Xander and Michael used to try to talk sense into me, but I didn’t believe it was possible and argued with them. It turns out they had already seen through thoughts I wasn’t even aware of.”Sandy was puzzled. She did not understand what he was talking about.Ivan ignored her reaction and continued, “Going through this whole ordeal changed my perspective completely. At that time, my mind was still a mess, especially when I saw you by my side. I was completely shocked.”Sandy frowned but remained silent, letting him continue.After a pause, he spoke again slowly, “After everything happened, I s
Ivan said helplessly, “Can’t you see that I’ve already given up?”Sandy scoffed, “With all your tricks, how could I possibly figure that out?”She felt that merely surviving all these years had been a significant struggle. If it weren’t for living in a society governed by law, someone like Ivan would probably have already had her killed.Ivan took a deep breath and tried to stay composed.Sandy noticed this and sneered, “You don’t need to act like this. No matter what you do, I’m not giving you the thing. And I’m definitely not going to be with you. So, Ivan, don’t waste your breath or our time. It’s pointless.”She sounded resolute and gave Ivan no chance to change her mind.Ivan still refused to walk away. Instead, he continued to gaze at her and said in a deep voice, “Just hear me out first.”Sandy frowned and remained silent.Ivan looked at her with a displeased expression and continued, “Believe it or not, I’ve given up. Since it’s something she left for you, you should keep
Sandy was speechless and did not want to continue the conversation with Ivan. She asked calmly, “Are you done?”Ivan was at a loss for words.He had just poured his heart out, and this was her response?!He had the urge to strangle her!“Sandy, do you really think I’m joking?!”Sandy frowned and then laughed wryly. “Do you think I’ll fall for that?”Ivan was so furious that he became speechless!That d*mn woman!What did he have to say to make her believe him?He felt he had put in a great deal of effort and endured all the discomfort to say those words.How could she respond to him that way?She simply dismissed him in disbelief!He took a deep breath to try to stay composed.Before he could say anything, Sandy said, “Yeah, you’re definitely behaving differently today. Do you really think I’d fall for your trick? You’re only trying this because none of your previous methods worked. You’re doing this because you have no other choice.”Ivan was baffled. “You…”“What? Am I
Sandy was at a loss for words.She looked at Ivan and acted indifferent to what he said.After thinking for a moment, she sighed and said, “No matter what methods you use, I won’t be with you. I won’t give up the things left by my godmother. Just give up, Ivan.”Ivan was speechless.How could this woman be so stubborn?!He took a deep breath.Maintaining a calm expression, Sandy added, “Actually, if it weren’t for the things left by my godmother, you might just be an idol I admire from afar. We might never have met in this lifetime.”After a pause, she continued, “So, don’t waste your breath anymore.”“I…” Ivan frowned. He was visibly upset. However, before he could say more, Sandy interrupted him again.“Ivan, you really don’t need to say so much. You know how we are. How could I possibly believe what you say?”“I swear…”To be honest, he could not deny it either. However, he was unable to say it out loud.Sandy interrupted him again. “Fine, let’s assume everything you’re
“Because no one else would dare to pursue you!” Ivan said in a deep voice.When Sandy looked at him, she saw his cold and stubborn gaze.She was stunned. Then her expression darkened. “What are you trying to do?”“From now on, I’ll pursue you openly. I want to see who dares to oppose me,” he said shamelessly and arrogantly.Sandy’s expression darkened even more. “Ivan! Are you out of your mind? Can’t you give me a break?”Ivan’s expression darkened as well. He restrained himself from getting out of the car and said coldly, “Sandy, can you speak properly for once?”Sandy was baffled. She took a deep breath, trying to control her anger.She looked at him and said, “Speak properly? Look at what you’re doing! Everyone knows you’re a notorious womanizer. Very few of the women you’ve been involved with have found good men afterward. People will think badly of any woman who’s been involved with you! You’re such a player! You have money and power, and you don’t have to worry about these
Ivan frowned. He had already gotten out of the car and walked to the back seat to open the door for her. “Get out, please?”Sandy glared at him in annoyance. “You wouldn’t let me out when I wanted to. Now that I don’t want to get out, you want me to? What kind of joke is this? Dream on! I’m not getting out!”Ivan was not angry. He had anticipated her reaction. Instead, he looked at her with a bemused smile. “Are you sure you don’t want to get out?”“No! What are you going to do about it, huh?” Sandy retorted defiantly.“Alright, you’ve made your choice. Don’t regret it later.” With that, he shut the car door.Sandy’s expression changed. She was momentarily puzzled by his words.“What do you mean?”Ivan ignored her. He got into the driver’s seat. Before Sandy could react, he started the engine and drove off.She frowned when she saw him driving again.“Where are you going now?”He ignored her and continued driving.“Where are you taking me, you jerk? Let me out of the car!”
Nonetheless, Ivan reached Sandy in just a few steps and grabbed her hand. Sandy tried to pull her hand out of his grip, but he was far stronger than her. She could not free herself even after using up most of her strength. “Do you have a few screws loose in your head?!” Sandy used up her last bit of energy when she yelled the words. But it was useless to say that. Ivan was just crazy!“I already have them to start preparing dinner. You’ll stay overnight here.” Ivan did not care if Sandy agreed to this as he dragged her into his mansion. “Let go of me! I’m not eating the food!” “You must, even if you don’t want to.” “Are you mad?” “Yes. I’m madly in love with you.” Sandy fell speechless. When had he started behaving like a rascal? “Let me go! We’re not even suited for each other. Stop wasting your effort on me!” “Try first and see if we’re really not suited for each other,” said Ivan expressionlessly. Sandy sucked in a deep breath. “B*stard! I don’t care about
When Ivan saw that Sandy finally listened to him this time, his mood improved. Prior to this, he had behaved so oddly because he wanted to keep his dignity regardless of the circumstances. However, in the end, he realized that he lost his happiness. After “confining” Sandy in his mansion, he felt an unprecedented level of happiness. After eating dinner, Sandy turned to Ivan. “Boss, it’s time for you to let me home. I can’t possibly stay overnight here, b*stard!” Ivan raised one of his eyebrows. “You’re right. We’re not married yet. I can’t possibly do something outrageous to you. I’ll send you home.” Sandy instantly heaved a sigh of relief. He was a man of his words. ... It was getting late. Ivanka had no idea what was going on on Sandy’s side. Ivanka stared at the design drawing on the computer screen. She focused on the screen and occasionally clicked using the mouse with her right hand and typed with her left hand. Suddenly, her phone rang. She collected her though