Anna’s inbox overflowed with missed calls and messages from Bryan.She felt a sharp sting in her heart the moment she saw his name.[Anna, where are you? I can’t find you anywhere. I’m losing my mind.][Anna, please call me back when you see this…][Anna, I’m so worried about you. I’ve been looking for you all night. Where are you?]Anna, Anna, Anna…These ‘caring’ messages disgusted her to no end.Just then, a call from Bryan came in again. In a moment of panic, Anna declined the call, switched off her phone, and tossed it away.Soon after, Jamie found his spare keys and rushed back into the room. When he saw Anna sitting silently on the sofa, he could finally let out a sigh of relief.He was genuinely worried that after taking two heavy blows in a night, Anna would do something stupid.Rays of light penetrated the window and shone onto Anna’s fair face, making her skin appear even paler. Even the veins beneath her skin could be seen.Her long and curly lashes cast beautifu
As Anna stepped closer to Chloe, Chloe stumbled backward out of guilt.Even so, Chloe retained the bright smile on her face. Like the obedient and adorable little sister she once was, Chloe gazed at her sister with loving and respectful eyes.Anna was secretly commending her in her heart. She had never realized how amazing Chloe’s acting skills were!“You should know where I was,” Anna replied coldly. A hint of resentment could be felt in her tone.Chloe’s expression finally changed, but she quickly put on another smile. “Hmm? How would I know where you were, Anna? I didn’t see you last night.”“Haha…”Anna let out a dry laugh. “Chloe, Lincoln Group also has investments in movie production companies. Maybe you should interview for a role there. I think the career suits you perfectly.”Finally, the smile on Chloe’s face was showing signs of fracture. “Anna, what are you saying? I don’t understand.”“Out of my way!” Anna yelled.Chloe’s chest tightened. Hesitantly, she took two
The next day, Anna went to a hospital for LASIK surgery that corrected her myopia.She had always wanted to do this procedure, but Nicole stopped her every time. According to her, glasses made women appear smarter and more academically profound. Anna had always known about Nicole’s scheme, but she convinced herself that appearance did not matter—it was her inner beauty that mattered.“Jamie, you were right. The world only cares about your face.”“My dear, it’s not too late to make that realization.”…On Sunday, the atmosphere at the Dawson family mansion was jolly.Countless celebrities and renowned businessmen from all walks of life had gathered together to celebrate the respectable Grandmother Dawson’s 70th birthday.The Dawson family’s ancestors were once nobles of Johannes City. Although they were not the richest in Johaness City right then, the family name was still well known and highly regarded within the city. Moreover, they had marriage relations with the billionaire
Almost all the esteemed guests had arrived. On the contrary, the future daughter-in-law of the Dawson family had not arrived. Whispers arose among the crowd.“This Hamilton lady sure is pompous. I can’t believe she’s late for her grandmother-in-law’s birthday party.”“Grandmother Dawson’s future granddaughter-in-law is late for her birthday party. How embarrassing for the Dawson family.”Anxious, Daniel called Anna dozens of times. Grandmother Dawson, too, was constantly sending people out to check if Anna had arrived.Humiliated, Daniel’s expression turned darker than a storm.Nicole whispered to him, “Anna’s behavior has become quite intolerable these few days. Could she be acting so arrogantly because she knows she’s taking over Lincoln Group soon? I can’t believe she would embarrass even Grandmother Dawson.”Daniel scoffed. “Humph! What a naive little brat! Who does she think she is? Without the help of the Dawson family, her transition into Lincoln Group would never be smoot
Grandmother Dawson gazed at Anna with kind eyes.“Yes, yes. Good girl. Anna, you look gorgeous! Come, sit beside me. Let me take a good look at you.”Anna quickly let go of Bryan’s arm and took her seat beside Grandmother Dawson elegantly. She lovingly took Grandmother Dawson’s arm.“Grandma, I’m so sorry for arriving late,” Anna apologized in a soft tone. Her beautiful eyes glistened in the light.Overjoyed, Grandmother Dawson grinned from ear to ear. “Anna, I‘m delighted to see you looking so lovely! It’s a wonderful change.”Grandmother Dawson extended her hand and gently stroked Anna’s. Suddenly, tears began to well up in her eyes.“Anna, your mother left us at such a young age. Every time I look at you, I’m reminded of her…” Grandmother Dawson’s voice choked up.A hint of sorrow appeared in Anna’s beautiful eyes. Even so, she smiled and dabbed the tears off the corner of Grandmother Dawson’s eyes with a tissue.“Don’t be sad, Grandma. It’s your birthday.”Grandmother Daws
All the guests were discussing Grandmother Dawson’s special guest.When Anna overheard their conversation, she felt ripples forming in her heart. Although she did not know Liam Ackman personally, she had definitely heard of him before.Liam was a mystery among the upper class. He was the prince of the Ackman family’s billion-dollar empire—a man loved by God himself.Countless rumors surrounded the man, among which included word that he was a cold-blooded man who would destroy his competition without hesitation.Only a few years had passed since he took over the family business. In those few years, the Ackman family steadily rose up the global wealth ranking and had then joined the top ten billionaires list.A distinguished man like him naturally had tens of thousands of women chasing after him. After all, he was tall, handsome, and rich—down to the bone.However, all those were merely rumors. Liam never appeared in the media. Even if he did, it would just be a blurry picture of
The man’s voice gave Anna a huge shock. She hurriedly put her dress back on and turned her gaze to where the sound came from.That was when she noticed the tall figure standing out on the balcony.The man stood facing her. The bright light from behind him made it hard for her to make out his expression, but she could feel his poised gaze on her. “Who are you? Why are you here?” Anna shouted.The man sauntered toward Anna. His black tailored suit wrapped perfectly around his sexy figure. He appeared elegant and classy.His footsteps were light and slow. The man looked as if he was walking on a beam of light as he approached his princess leisurely.As he got closer to her, his facial features became apparent to her.On his chiseled, handsome face was a pair of sharp, inky black eyes that looked as if they were submerged in the deep blue sea. There was a hint of playfulness in those eyes. His thin lips were slightly pursed. The corners of his lips were curved upward. Although th
Anna’s face was as red as blood. Her cold gaze was fixed on the man. She yearned to skin the pervert alive.She raised her leg and kicked hard between his legs.Liam quickly closed his legs, blocking her attack. He pulled her by her slim waist and encapsulated her petite body within his embrace. Her dainty body was pressed tight against his, rendering her with no room to struggle.“Hey, what will you use if you break it?”Anna ground her teeth. “Use it for yourself!”“It only wants you.”“It wants your right hand even more!” Anna thought she must be losing her mind; otherwise, she would never allow such crude words to leave her mouth, tarnishing her esteemed family name.Nonetheless, a pervert like him deserved to hear such words.“No, it wants your hands even more.”“...”How could he say something so obscene as if it was normal!Liam took her hand and slowly brought it toward his lower abdomen.Anna struggled with all her might. Horrified, her eyes welled up with tears.