"What's wrong?" Finally, Alex asked."I don't know, but something happened. She is in danger," Lucas replied while still trying to contact Alice. The phone rang, but there was no answer, yet Lucas kept dialing her number."Pick up the call!" He shouted in frustration and pain. Alex was also panicked, seeing Lucas in such distress.Lucas was a man who never lost control, but today, seeing him, Alex felt uneasy.Alex immediately alerted security and ordered them to find out where Alice was. When they came out of the elevator, bodyguards were already in position, and Alex also received Alice's location.He informed Lucas, and they rushed to the location. The car came to a stop as Alice's location was displayed—it was one of the city's most famous restaurants."She is there," Alex was the first to spot Alice. She was lying just a few meters away from the restaurant's main entrance. It was almost ten o'clock, so no one had noticed her.Lucas practically flew out of the car before it complet
Although he had heard of anaphylaxis, he never fathomed that she was grappling with such a severe allergic reaction.His hand cautiously moved to her growing belly. Initially hesitant, he eventually placed his hand on her abdomen, tenderly caressing it.A peculiar emotion welled up in his heart as if there was a connection between him and her child.Despite her clear assertion that this child wasn't his, he couldn't ignore the bond he felt with the unborn child. Perhaps it was because the child belonged to her.Lucas sighed, wiping away his tears with one hand while the other continued holding Alice's hand. Leaning over, he pressed a gentle kiss on her forehead."I promise you I'll take care of you from now on. I won't let you go. Your place is beside me," he whispered, his face close to hers.He planted another deep, soft kiss on her forehead before settling back into the chair. Throughout the entire night, Lucas remained seated beside her, steadfastly holding her hand without even bl
"Could you hand me my mobile?" Alice spoke softly, disrupting the serene atmosphere.In response, Lucas nodded and promptly retrieved her phone from her bag, handing it over. Subsequently, Alice messaged Siya and, after sending the message, she stowed her mobile away, turning her attention to Lucas.Observing him closely, she could clearly see that he appeared exhausted.Concerned for Lucas, Alice suggested, "You must have been here since last night. Go home and rest. I'm fine now." However, Lucas shook his head, reaching out to hold her hand."I won't leave you here alone. Don't worry about me," he declared, emphasizing that he was committed to staying by her side, regardless of his own condition."I've informed Siya, and she'll be here soon, so I won't be alone. If anything comes up, I'll give you a call. Please, go home and rest. You look exhausted," Alice insisted, trying to persuade Lucas to prioritize his well-being. During their conversation, Alex entered the room with the same
"James, what are you doing? I'm fine now," Alice exclaimed, attempting to push him away.James held her tightly, making it difficult for her to breathe."You have no idea how scared I was when I heard that you were in the hospital," he admitted, slightly easing his grip."Why didn't you inform me?" he complained."I'm sorry for making you worry, but I'm doing great now," Alice reassured, reaching out to hold his shoulders."Are you sure you're okay?" James asked again, and Alice nodded."How is the baby? What did the doctor say?" James inquired once more.Lucas observed them from the doorway, witnessing their intimacy, and he felt his heart tearing apart. This was the same man from the elevator, and now, hearing their conversation, Lucas was certain that this man was the father of the child in her belly.She had mentioned Siya was coming, but it turned out she had called someone else. She lied to him. This explained why she was insisting on him to go home – she didn't want him to stay
The officer sighed, glancing at the paperwork before him."It's out of our hands. This comes from higher authorities. We can't revoke it."Alice's mind raced, trying to make sense of the absurdity unfolding before her. She felt a sense of helplessness, realizing that her words fell on deaf ears.With a mind clouded by confusion, Alice stepped out of the police station. Despite being labeled the victim, her attempts to explain were dismissed without consideration.Questions swirled in her head – what were they attempting, and who dared to file a complaint in her name?As Alice wandered aimlessly, a sudden realization crossed her mind."Nah! He can't do it. Why should he?" she tried to dismiss the thought, but an unsettling feeling persisted. Lucas.........The memory of his disbelieving expression when she lied to him flashed in her mind."Shit," Alice cursed under her breath, running her hands over her face. The realization hit her – no one possessed such influence except Lucas. Now, s
Lucas felt a surge of frustration, torn between her rudeness towards him, the one wanting to protect her, and her earnest request for someone who had attempted to harm her."Alright, if you want it this way," he finally conceded, retrieving his mobile and promptly dialing the number of higher authorities as he walked away.As he left, Alice turned her gaze to Milla, who stood calmly amidst the turmoil."You are really ungrateful. How could you embarrass him like this? He did it all for you," Milla chided.Alice chuckled at Milla's words. "Then tell him not to do anything for me from now. I don't need his pity."Milla's expression fell, and she began, "How could you—"Alice cut her off."You should be happy, seeing us like this. Don't you always want us to separate? Let me give you some good news," Alice withdrew her eyes from Milla and glanced at Lucas, who was engrossed in his call."Congratulations, we are divorced."she declared, turning back to Milla. Stunned, Milla's eyes betrayed
Alex drove Alice to her house, he couldn't overlook the sadness etched on her face. Sensing the internal turmoil, he cautiously broached the subject."Alice, are you okay?"She met his gaze, her eyes revealing a blend of resilience and vulnerability."I will be, don't worry," she assured him. Alex turned his attention back to the road."If you need someone to talk to, I'm here. Don't forget, I'm always on your side," he offered sincerely. A small smile graced Alice's lips."I know that, thank you." Alex nodded, refocusing on the road ahead, silently providing support in the midst of her emotional storm.The drive continued in a contemplative silence, the hum of the engine accompanying the unspoken thoughts between them. As they approached Alice's house, Alex pulled into the driveway, and the engine's gentle purr ceased.Alex turned to Alice, a lingering concern in his eyes. "If there's anything you need, don't hesitate to reach out. I mean it."Alice appreciated his sincerity, a brief
The movie was halfway through when a kiss scene between the main leads unfolded on the screen, triggering an unexpected sight.Alice suddenly saw Lucas and Milla on the screen, replacing the movie's main leads. A sudden panic gripped her."Alice, what's wrong?" Siya immediately noticed Alice's startled expression, expressing concern."I'm fine; I don't know when I fell asleep," Alice pretends, rubbing her eyes as if to shake off the unease."Then go to bed; you must be tired," Siya suggested. Alice nodded and stood up."Then I'm going first. Good night,"Siya waved her hand, bidding Alice goodnight.As soon as Alice closed the door behind her, the smile on her face vanished, replaced by tears streaming down.It was challenging to maintain a facade of strength when she was shattered inside."Why am I crying?" she mumbled, stubbornly attempting to wipe away her tears, but they continued to fall relentlessly.The storm within her had finally broken through. Until now, she had acted fine