“I didn't leave with any cash and the driver; maybe you could drop me off at work.” She didn't know where she got such guts to ask such a request, but she had to try; she couldn't go and leave her husband with this woman who had made it clear that she was going to get Coyle no matter what.
Coyle walked to the table and picked up his car key when Sommer hurried to him, “Are you going to drop her off? You could send your driver right; besides, I am here to see you. It’s been long,” she had a pleading look before Coyle’s gaze moved to Hazel, who stood by the door.
“Next time, book an appointment,” Coyle said to Sommer before he walked towards Hazel and wrapped his hand around her waist.
“Let’s go; you could recharge me on the way. So it’s a win-win,” he teased, and she chuckled before they both left his office and got to the presidential elevator, which took them to the park, and they got to Coyle’s car before he drove out.
“I saw that lady with your cousin; is she your family?” Hazel tried to ask about Sommer without being so obvious.
“I have a business meeting tonight and won’t be able to have dinner with you; you should go to bed early,” Coyle explained, and Hazel nodded before she remembered she was meeting up with Tasha tonight.
"Oh, I will be going out tonight with my friend....”
"No,” Coyle replied immediately; he wasn't going to be at peace knowing that his wife was out at night.
“You didn't even....”
“Just make sure to go to bed early, Hazel." Coyle chimed in as the ride was silent until they arrived at Apex. Hazel had a frown as she walked down the car and stomped into the company without saying another word to Coyle.
She couldn't believe he had said no to her to go out and meet with her friend; he didn't even ask further questions.
Once Hazel got to the office, she found Mia surrounded by loads of folders.
“Good morning, Mia." Hazel greeted, and Mia raised her gaze to meet with Hazel’s.
Mia looked all worn out with Panda's eyes; it looked like she hadn't slept the entire night or even rested.
“Is everything all right?" Hazel couldn't help but ask before Mia stood up and approached her.
“I am studying about the new technology Tradtech wants to develop and also trying to come up with ideas on how to advertise the product,” Mia explained, and Hazel was confused.
“Did they accept for us to advertise the product once it’s out?”
Mia shook her head in denial; Mr. Sim hadn't even given her a listening ear, and Anderson Group obviously had an in-house advertising team, so it was nearly impossible for them to extend an offer to her.
But she had to try; that’s why she was working hard alone, so that even if it failed, she wouldn't have anyone to apologize to.
“I am doing this for Coyle Anderson; I am being stupid, I know." Mia pouted, and Hazel didn't know how to console her. She was working so hard for a man who was already married, and she wished she could just tell her the truth, but what if Mia gets upset and fires her?
“I changed my mind, Hazy,” Mia stated, and Hazel’s eyes lit up.
“You won’t chase him anymore?” Hazel asked curiously, and this caused Mia to sneer; that wasn't an option.
“I don't want Coyle Anderson because I feel I deserve him, but because I love him. It was love at first sight,” she confessed, and Hazel stared at her in disbelief, wondering if she heard her right.
“You can’t love him; he is married,” she explained, but Mia had turned a deaf ear to her.
Hazel spent the rest of the day helping Mia to organize the documents. Maybe Mia will one day realize that Coyle was married, but how could she when he didn't have a wedding ring on?
“That’s true; he doesn't have one.” She made a mental note to get one for him after work.
Hazel returned to the house and asked the maid not to make dinner; she was just going to eat some pizza and go to bed since Coyle won’t be back early.
While on the couch watching a movie, she received a text message from Coyle, which read:.
[Are you still upset?]
Hazel quickly typed a response. [Yes,]
There was a smile on her face, anticipating his message, which came in immediately. [Go to bed early].
She pouted. Why was he always contemplating for her to head out of the house? Hazel couldn't understand his ways; it would cost him nothing if she went out with her friend instead of being bored in here alone.
Hazel’s phone rang, and she checked the caller; it was Tasha. She had already sent a message to Tasha letting her know they can’t meet tonight but tomorrow morning, so she got a little anxious seeing her call.
“Hello?” Hazel said. Once the call got connected, loud music visited her in the background.
"Hazel, I am having my best life." Tasha had an excited tone, and this got Hazel worried—was Tasha in a club alone? She was heavily pregnant and probably drunk.
“Tasha, where are you?” Hazel questioned as she hurried down the couch and went upstairs to get into some comfortable clothes to go pick Tasha up.
“I am at the club, and there are a lot of hot guys here; you are missing out a lot,” she chuckled.
“Which club, Tasha?”
“I don't know, it’s a pretty club beside the council,” Tasha muttered before the call got disconnected.
Hazel was dressed in jeans and a big hoodie as she spotted the car keys on the small coffee table.
“I should drive.” She picked up the keys and hurried to the car, and drove out. It wasn't long before she arrived at the club beside the council and rushed in to find Tasha at every corner.
“God, where is she?” Hazel thought worriedly. Since she couldn't spot Tasha downstairs, she went upstairs to the VIP section and spotted Coyle by the side with some men as they shared a drink.
“Oh, no…” Hazel got nervous and quickly hurried downstairs when she bumped into Sommer, who was dressed in a short blue gown, which exposed her curves perfectly well.
Sommer winked at her before she pointed upstairs. “We are having some fun.” She smooched at Hazel and hurried upstairs while Hazel stood there with a shocked look.
Hazel stood there in deep thought, trying to understand what was going on. Did Coyle meet up with Sommer in the club, or was it just a coincidence?"Hazel,” a girl stumbled towards Hazel, who was quick to catch her; it was Tasha, and she hugged Hazel tightly.“I missed you a lot, my friend.”Hazel could tell she was a little drunk, and what shocked Hazel the most was Tasha’s tummy, which was still so flat; she couldn't possibly have given birth already, Hazel thought."Come,” Hazel dragged her out of the club and into her car before she helped with the seat belt.“What is going on, Tasha?” Hazel asked worriedly when Tasha’s eyes became sore and she stared out of the window. She was trying to get drunk to forget her pain, but no matter what amount she drank, the pain was still fresh in her memory.“I am sleepy; please drop me at my hotel,” Tasha stated, and this caused Hazel to frown.“We are not strangers; why can’t you tell me?” “I got a miscarriage and also a divorce; that’s it, so
Hazel was finally calmed and was busy making breakfast when she felt someone was behind her. She turned to find Coyle, who stood by the door with a bottle of wine and a glass.Her brows furrowed. “Why do you have that?” Wasn't he allergic to wine?Coyle walked closer to her and placed the wine and glass on the kitchen slab. “I want to drink,” he answered.“But you are allergic,” she reminded him. Didn't he take his health seriously? It’s okay to be allergic to something; eighty percent of citizens were, so why did he want to harm himself?"Yeah, I am allergic to wine, but not when I drink from your lips,” Coyle answered, and Hazel stared at him in disbelief. Next thing she knew, she was lifted up and made to sit on the kitchen slab with him standing between her thighs."What...what are you doing?” Hazel knew he had devious plans for her and at least wanted to know what it was.Coyle filled a glass of wine and handed it to her. "Drink,” he ordered, and Hazel nodded before she took a si
It was after an hour when Tasha parked her car in front of the Anderson mansion and walked down. She had called Hazel several times to confirm if the location she had sent her was the right one, because how could she be in here?Luckily for Tasha, she knew where the Anderson mansion was located, as she had come here once or twice in the past with her husband.“Tasha” Hazel approached her with a smile, about to hug her when Tasha extended her hand, signaling that she stops.“I don't understand. Why are you here?” She asked, and Hazel clung to her arm.“Let’s go in first, then I will explain everything to you.”Tasha snorted as they hurried inside, and the place still had the same touch as before; she remembered the house was designed this same way a year ago.“What are you doing in Coyle Anderson’s mansion?” Tasha went straight to the point; she just divorced her husband, who was Coyle’s best friend, so she didn't want to be anywhere close to Coyle as well.“My wedding with Max was can
Hazel walked back to the kitchen when Tasha asked, “Was it Coyle?”"Hmm," was Hazel’s brief reply before she served the coffee in two coffee cups.“And why do you look sad? Having a couple fight?” Tasha asked and was quick to stop Hazel from answering.“I don't want to hear anything about couples.”Hazel burst out in laughter before she decided to rub it in Tasha’s face. “Do you know how romantic business people are?” Hazel asked, and Tasha rolled her eyes.“I have to go see my parents or else they will cause a scene. Go tell your romance story to someone else.” Tasha hurriedly picked up her purse and car keys before she hurried to her car."Tasha,” Hazel called, but her crazy friend had already driven out.Meanwhile, at the St. Elusive restaurant, which was known for its tranquility and also privacy, Jude sat in one of the private ends as he sipped his wine and read the technology article, trying to make sure Coyle was on the right track about extending a partnership offer to Tradtec
Hazel walked down the stairs. The evening dress she wore was a vision of elegance and sophistication, crafted from a rich navy blue fabric that shimmered with every step she took. The gown hugged her curves in all the right places before cascading into a graceful train that trailed behind her like a midnight shadow.Her jewelry sparkled like captured starlight against her skin, drawing the eye with every movement. A delicate diamond necklace adorned her slender neck, its facets catching the light and scattering it in a dazzling display. Matching earrings dangled from her ears, framing her face and adding a touch of glimmer to her every expression.Hazel’s hair was a work of art in itself, styled into an intricate updo that showcased the graceful curve of her neck. Tendrils of hair framed her face, softening the lines of her features and adding a touch of whimsy to her otherwise polished look. A single jeweled hairpin nestled amidst the dark waves, adding a subtle touch of glamour to h
Staring at her reflection one more time in the mirror, she had a satisfactory smile. Hazel Jones had been searching for the perfect wedding dress for ages-something that was going to complement her fair skin and long black hair."It's so beautiful," her younger sister, Nady, said with an excited tone. The shop assistant could finally sigh in relief."We want two," Nady added, and this left Hazel confused. "Why?" she couldn't help but ask."For me," that was Nady's response."Sorry, Miss, but this is a limited collection, and it's the last piece we have," the shop assistant apologized, and Nady was about to lash out at her when Hazel butted in."Please go make the payments," she said, handing her card to the lady who happily left. Hazel could only throw a look at Nady before she went to the dressing room to slip out of the wedding gown. Nady stomped her foot angrily. "Stop giving me that judgy look; is it a crime if I want to look as beautiful as you?""We are not the same people, Nady
Hazel had spent two days in her bedroom; she cried and starved, still not able to believe that all this was happening to her.A knock came from the door, and their maid said, "Miss Hazel, your father requests that you come downstairs.""Get out," Hazel muttered; she didn't want to see their faces."He says it's an order," the maid added before leaving. Hazel walked down the bed and dragged her feet downstairs. Her mother was busy ordering the maids around as tomorrow was Nady's wedding to Max; even the guests weren't aware of such a twist."Hazel," her dad called from the patio, and she walked to him. Nady and her mom joined, and it was at this moment that she realized something was wrong."What happened?" She asked nervously, and her parents exchanged looks before her mother sat next to her."Are you angry with us?" Mrs. Jones asked, but Hazel didn't reply; they already knew the answer, so why ask her?"Of course she is angry," her father butted in. "That's why we decided to make it
Hazel stood before the patriarch; she was having a court wedding while Nady was walking down the aisle with the man she was supposed to marry; her parents weren't even present."Miss Jones," the old man next to her called; apparently he was the butler of the Anderson family and brought the wedding documents, which Mr. Anderson had already signed."He must have been so sick to show up," Hazel thought before a paper was shoved at her."Please sign the papers," he said, and she nodded and signed the documents. After all the procedures, she got into the black limousine with the butler."Mrs. Anderson, do you need water?" The butler asked while shoving the bottle of water at her. Mrs. Anderson. She wasn't yet familiar with that name, but now it belonged to her. Was it a privilege or a curse?She took the water and gulped it at once. "Are you a virgin?" The butler asked, and she splashed out all the contents in her mouth and coughed hard; her eyes had turned completely red as she stared a