When Duke heard what she said, he seemed to have trouble responding. “Are you sure that Al has suffered a blow?”Based on his understanding of Alden, the brat must have been very confident, and the girl probably could not resist him.“He must have!” Adina nodded strongly. “Although Alden looks strong and indifferent, he’s actually the one who becomes soft-hearted the easiest. If he gets hurt, he’ll keep it to himself. He won’t let us know…” As Adina spoke, she appeared depressed.The corner of Duke’s lips twitched.What should he do when his son left totally different impressions on him and his wife?In his opinion, if Alden was really hurt, he would secretly exact revenge. He would not keep it to himself and secretly heal.Yes, this son was the most soft-hearted, but he was also the most cunning and vindictive.However, Duke dared not say all of this. He could only comfort Adina while he kept motioning at Alden.This brat was usually the least worrisome. Why was he making hi
Melody and Ninian were speechless.Their expressions instantly darkened, and they looked at Alden with annoyance.Meanwhile, Duke looked refreshed. It was quite good that they were not getting married. He would raise them.“Fine, I’ll just wait for Georgie and Hal’s good news first.” Adina massaged her forehead as she sighed and said, “Al, you… I won’t force you.”Alden was speechless.Alden’s expression totally darkened. His beloved mother was not hinting but clearly expressing her opinion.He slowly took the napkin and wiped the corners of his lips before he smiled faintly and said, “Dad, Mom, I’ve finished my dinner. I still have something to do, so I’ll go out first.”Ninian winked at Melody. Alden was running away out of anger.Alden looked at Ninian with an unfriendly gaze. “Grapie, thank you for helping me explain. When it’s time to talk about Everett and you, I’ll help you out too.”Ninian was at a loss for words.Oh, no!She had made a mistake!Sob! Was it still po
He was blocked?Alden’s gaze darkened slightly. Under the streetlight, his expression became a little difficult to read. His slender figure left a long and lonely shadow on the ground.What was Nerola thinking? Was she rejecting him?Alden pursed his lips slightly. If Adina stood there, she would be able to tell that his gaze went black for a short time. He even looked lost and anxious.Just as Adina said, he had been capable since he was little. He was highly intelligent, and he never failed at anything.However, he was really suffering a setback now, and he did not even know how to deal with it.It would be simple for him to hack Nerola’s phone and unblock his own number.But Alden did not want to do that.He was overbearing, but he also had his own pride. He still knew how to respect her.If Nerola really refused to meet him, what… should he do?It was Alden’s first time feeling lost and puzzled.He stood firmly downstairs for a long time. He raised his head, stared at a
After her heart stopped for a moment, it pounded quickly.It was Alden!He actually showed up in front of her house.Just as Nerola was about to go over and open the door, she suddenly stopped walking. She lowered her head and sized herself up.Her hair was wet, and she was in a bathrobe as well as slippers. She was not fully dressed, and she looked slovenly.How could she meet him like this?Her face instantly turned red.“Hang… Hang on!” She wore her slippers and tried to change her outfit while she blow-dried her hair. Her room was on the right, while the hair dryer was on the left. After she struggled for a while, she became dizzy.He knocked on the door again, and the faster rhythm indicated the person’s emotions at that moment.Nerola stood still and felt like crying.Fine, she would resign herself to fate and just be.If he wanted to despise her, she could not do anything about it.She had blocked his number and ignored him for so long, so she guessed that she had al
Alden quickly put Nerola on the couch.Then, he checked her foot. When he saw the bloodstain, he frowned and asked in a low voice, “Do you have a first aid kit at home?”“Yes.” Nerola nodded. “It’s under the TV cabinet.”Alden sized his surroundings up before he walked to the TV cabinet and took out the medical box.He took cotton swabs, iodine, band-aids, and gauze. Soon after, he walked back and put the things on the tea table.Next, he bent down to take Nerola’s slippers off.Nerola was shocked, and she instantly moved her leg away. “No… you don’t have to!”“Don’t move.”Alden did not care about her resistance. Instead, he just held her ankle.He took off her slippers, revealing her fair and petite foot. It had a nice shape to it. Her skin was smooth like jelly, and her toes were as fair as jade. Her round toes looked extremely cute together.Alden’s gaze gradually turned dark as he looked at her wound.There was a bump on her skin, and blood was oozing. It looked slightl
She did not intentionally block him.She might have even felt reluctant to block him.This understanding made Alden happier. He slowly cleaned up the first aid kit and washed his hands before he started observing the layout of the place.The apartment was not big, but it was simple and clean. Some home furnishings were neatly arranged in each spot, and it felt very homey.Alden then cast his sight on the wall. There were some framed paintings on it.They were paintings of people, and although the brush strokes were obviously not professional enough, they captured the people’s features and looks well. Hence, they looked lively.“Um… I just drew them for fun.” After Nerola got changed and walked out, she blushed in embarrassment when she saw Alden staring at the paintings on the wall.“These paintings are very spiritual. You can study them further.” Alden turned back. The moment he saw her, he was slightly startled, and a quick glimpse of amazement crossed his eyes.Nerola was we
When Nerola heard that, she raised her head and looked at him. Her charming eyes were filled with awe.It was not a date? So… what was their relationship?A wealthy young man and a celebrity who was his sugar baby?If they could not date, were they just flirting?What did he take her for?Nerola became conflicted, and inexplicable anger slowly filled her heart.However, before she could say anything, she heard the man’s low, husky voice above her head.“Let’s skip the first date,” he said. “We’ll meet my parents directly.”Nerola was speechless.She felt like she was riding on a rollercoaster. Her mood went through ups and downs, preventing her from responding.Meet… Meet his parents?Why did he skip straight to this step?Did he want to bring her to meet his parents, the legendary head and lady of the Winters family?Would they approve of her status? Would they like her?Nerola felt as if she had suddenly fallen into an oven, and she was burning.“Is-Isn’t it too soon?”
Alden raised his hand and surrendered. He took two steps back, but his eyes were filled with delight.Once their misunderstanding was solved, he became more straightforward and braver than anyone else. He did not have to be like George, who carried things and dwelled endlessly, or even thought too much about the relationship from the girl’s perspective and behaved in a way he thought was good for the girl.All Alden wanted to do was be resolute.As long as she did not reject him, he could take one more step forward. As long as she responded, he could even bring her home.He was about to successfully bring Nerola home after meeting her for the third time.By the time he blow-dried Nerola’s hair, it was very late.Alden came from a reputable family, and he was well-mannered. After he raised his hand and glanced at his watch, he said, “Rest early. I’ll go back first.”Nerola sighed in relief.Alden raised his eyebrows before he heard her say, “Hang on!”When Alden looked at her i