Grandma Dawson held Anna’s hand and motioned for her to sit by her side.“Anna, it has been so long since you last came and visited me.”“I was occupied with my practical assessment previously. Here I am straight after the exam is over.”“About the missing bracelet, sorry for causing you trouble.” Anna still felt bad about the incident.Amelia was angry when she returned and saw how happily Grandma and Anna were chatting.Her grandma was never this kind to her before.Amelia hated Anna deeply from the depths of her heart.Both she and Anna were from rich families, but Anna always got what she wanted unlike her.Anna turned her head and faced Amelia. Amelia quickly looked the other way.Anna smiled gently, her long eyelashes fanning downwards.Although Grandma Dawson was old with bad eyesight now, she knew what Anna was thinking.She held Anna’s hand and patted it lightly, smiling reassuringly all the while.“Don’t bother yourself about it. It’s just a bracelet.” Grandma Dawson said.“I
Anna returned home.Chloe and Nicole were being careful.Anna did not say anything. She wanted to see what the two of them would do next. Chloe’s eyes were filled with hatred when she looked at Anna. She wanted to kill her so badly.Anna intentionally raised her eyes to meet Chloe’s. She was fearless and even nonchalantly smiled at Chloe. “Chloe, you seem to be in a bad mood for losing the bracelet.” Anna was being sarcastic and she knew it.Both Anna and Chloe were clear about what happened to the bracelet.Chloe did not bother to pretend in front of Anna. She caressed her stomach and said sweetly, “The baby in my belly is my trump card.”Chloe was referring to the incident where grandma did not ask to investigate deeper after knowing who lost the bracelet.It did not matter who grandma liked more. In the end, Anna still had to take the blame.Anna laughed, “There is only a limited amount of luck for everyone. Save some luck for your future. If not, you won’t be so lucky next time.”
Anna changed and went outside.Liam’s loud honking had awakened everyone in the mansion.Daniel was wearing his pajamas and stood beside Nicole near the bedroom door. They looked at Anna who was rushing downstairs.“Where are you going, Anna?” Daniel asked.“Dad, I… have something to take care of.”Nicole interrupted their conversation, “How can there be an emergency in the middle of the night? It’s too dangerous for you to go outside now!”“Yeah, Anna. Who’s the noisy fellow outside?” Daniel went downstairs too. Anna quickly came up with an excuse, “It’s Mr. Ackman! That’s because Ackman Group just received a big case. He needs me… to go on a business trip with him.”“Business trip?” Daniel frowned.“Yes! Outstation! That’s why he urged me to pack my things and get ready to leave, in the middle of the night!”Chloe also came downstairs. She smirked, “I can’t believe Mr. Ackman is so willing to train new employees! How can there be no other employee, in a big company like Ackman Group
Nicole kept trying to chase Bruce away.But he was a bum, standing in front of the entrance and refused to leave. “I told you, leave now!” Nicole was starting to panic.“Come on, don’t say that. I was just worried my five million dollars ran away somewhere and came to check on it.” He laughed cheekily.“There are two more days till the deadline, why are you in a rush? I promised I will pay you and I mean it!Leave now! If anyone sees you here and I get in trouble, you won’t get a single cent!”Nicole looked around nervously, afraid someone would see him.He not only refused to leave, he even peeked into the house, sighed, and shook his head, “Nicole, Nicole, Nicole, you sure are living the good life there, aren’t you? Five million is too little, I should’ve asked you for more. Tsk tsk, look at your garden. How grand is that!”“Bruce Walker, you’re just too much!” Nicole gritted her teeth in anger.Bruce swept his eyes across all the items in the garden, eyes shining with greed.“You d
Anna followed Bruce for a long while, but couldn’t find out anything about him. First, he went to the ATMs for some cash, weighed the thick wad of cash in his hands, sucked on his cigarette, then slipped into a club for some fun.Anna wanted to go in, but all of the men that went in didn’t look like kind, model citizens, and her footsteps faltered.She dialed Jamie’s number, “Yes, it’s a club called the Rolling Stones!”“My dear, that’s not somewhere you should be. Don’t go in there! It’s filled with gamblers and drug addicts, the moment you step in, you can’t leave until you’ve left an arm or a leg behind.”At his words, Anna felt a layer of cold sweat forming on her back.Who knew the smiley, kind and friendly middle-aged man would be a drug addict!“I’m not going in there, I just wanted to know, it’s nothing… I’ll drop by for a drink when I have the time, bye.”Annie hurriedly ended the call, avoiding his questions.Anna clutched the steering wheel tightly, throwing a few glances t
Anna stared at the exquisitely wrapped clothing boxes on the coffee table, confusion was written all over her face.What did this mean?Was he here to send her the gowns as a gift?Even if he was, then why? What was the meaning of all this?Anna was thoroughly confused. Daniel smiled and said, “Anna, Mr. Ackman is so thoughtful. This is an honor to you!”“What?” Anna was befuddled.Chloe shot jealous glares at her, a forced and insincere smile on her face, “Anna is so lucky!”Anna looked at Liam.He was wearing an immaculately-ironed tight and well-fitting suit, he always looked meticulous, but only Anna knew how messy he was.His cuffs were slightly rolled up, revealing a muscular forearm, making him look extra sexy.Meanwhile, his long fingers were busy tapping on his phone, looking at her with vague eyes. Anna felt like she was drowning in his deep gaze, she rushed to avoid his eyes. No matter where he appeared, this incredibly handsome man looked like the personification of a be
Nicole and her mother glanced at each other. In front of Daniel, none of them spoke.Because they could tell, Daniel was desperate to collaborate with the Ackman Group. He wanted to tug on the rope that was Liam Ackman.If Anna could help him secure this rope, he would only celebrate if Anna and Liam grew closer.Chloe returned to her room, and said to her mother furiously, “Previously Daddy was biased towards me because I could use the baby to secure my position as the future Mrs. Dawson. But it’s the other way round now! Anna is full of tricks indeed, she could land a man like Liam to beat me down! She made him come to our house on purpose, to show me who’s boss!”Nicole pulled Chloe onto the bed, gently caressing her protruding stomach.“You are pregnant, don’t get angry! Don’t worry, your belly is your trump card to success. Who knows what the deal is with Anna and Mr. Ackman?”“But Mom, look at how Dad completely switched his tune!” Chloe stomped her feet in anger.Then, Chloe lo
Anna kept her eyes on Liam, not even noticing when the car slid to a stop.“We’re here, get down.” Liam reminded her.Anna grabbed his arm, continuing to stare into his eyes with her own burning gaze.She needed to get something out in the open. She had never felt so strongly about something or someone before. Her powerful were eyes set on him as if she wanted to read his mind.Liam froze unwittingly.“What’s wrong?”“You haven’t been in love before?” Anna asked him straightforwardly. “Why are you asking me this?” Liam frowned.“Just answer me. Yes, or no.” Anna clutched onto his arm, even through his shirt he could feel the tremble of her fingers.She was nervous.From the bottom of her heart.He hesitated, “…No.”A beautiful smile appeared on her exquisite face.“No wonder you can say such bold words without hesitance.”Liam stiffened.Was this little woman looking down on him?“You are the perfect example! You poured your heart and soul into the relationship, and in the end, you w