What kind of man would pick a girl like her?"Besides, it'll cause you trouble..." Her concerns were not unfounded, and Anthony's actions had already proven that."I want to protect you." The answer stunned Anne, and the wall in her heart was impacted and crumbled. When they were some distance away from the company, Anne got out of the car.After watching Lucas's car pull into the traffic, Anne walked toward the company. She obviously wanted to reject him, but she could not say anything to refuse him when she faced him.'I want to protect you.'The words had entranced her. Anne did not believe she was strong, but she had no choice because of her parents. Did…Lucas see through her frailty? Anne also hoped for someone to become her backbone, but the thought of Anthony made her tremble.Not long after Anne entered the Finance Department, her phone rang. Then, Anne opened the text message and saw the picture from Lucas.It was a picture of the three children having fun in
Anne thought, "No wonder I found Charmaine talking about how her husband was not at home outside the toilet the other day. So this was the reason." Charmaine did not show up the entire afternoon, and she only returned to the Finance Department when it was almost time to get off work. She stared at Anne with hatred and said, "Anne, come to my office."Anne went."You did this, right?" Charmaine asked."What?" Anne appeared innocent."Why are you still acting innocent? The matter on the company internal forum—Besides you, there's no one else!" Charmaine shouted. "Ms. Turner, you should first reflect on why you did illegal things instead of investigating the person who leaked the matter," Anne replied calmly. Then, she left the office, ignoring Charmaine's rage. The situation was serious, and the shareholders' meeting was held the next morning.Anne became tense when she heard from her colleagues that the head of Archduke Group was coming. Anthony was here…It would not
Looking past Tommy's shoulders and met those cold, obsidian eyes. Anne's face changed dramatically, and she pushed Tommy away.Tommy pretended just to notice Anthony, and he laughed. "Anthony, it's you. Don't mind us. We can't help ourselves." "Tommy, you're also a person of status. This type of woman will only embarrass you and bring misfortune to the Marwood family. Your dad is the best example," Anthony said coldly. On the surface, it seemed as if he was lecturing Tommy, but every word was actually belittling and humiliating Anne. "Yes, I got it." Tommy smiled, always acting like the obedient younger brother.However, Anne knew he was a vile person. "If I catch you acting like this again, none of you can stay in Marwood Group anymore." Anthony left after warning them. The cold gaze swept over, and Anne shuddered as she suddenly felt chilly. The pressure in the air finally turned to normal when Anthony disappeared into the elevator. Anne did not want to talk to Tomm
However, would it not mean she acquiescence to their relationship if she did not withdraw her hand? Anne sat there awkwardly, thinking about the matter…"My parents want to have dinner with you," Lucas said."What?" Anne was surprised and immediately felt nervous.Lucas squeezed her hand. "Don't worry. It's just a meal, so don't be nervous.""Y-You told them?""I'll tell them during the meal." Anne saw his determination, and she could hardly imagine what reason he would use to convince his parents."My parents said you can decide on the time." Anne did not expect the Newman family to appreciate her so much, and she felt even guiltier. "How about tomorrow?" Lucas helped her decide"S-So soon?" Anne was even more anxious.Lucas chuckled, and his gaze was affectionate. "It's only dinner.""Oh…" Anne pursed her lips.It still felt too soon… Why did it feel as if Lucas was in a hurry, as if he was afraid that she would run away? Was she worth his sacrifice? Anne cou
Anne's eyes widened when she saw Anthony's location, and her hands trembled, dropping her phone."What's wrong?" Lucas asked.Anne returned to her senses and quickly picked up her phone. "I just got clumsy. Stop helping me peel the prawns; you should eat some yourself too."Lucas gestured to the disposable glove on his hand and gently assured her it was fine.Anne flushed, and she turned to look at Lucas's parents. However, they acted as if they did not know anything, but the smiles on their faces proved otherwise.Anne was embarrassed about showing a public display of affection in front of the elders. Then, just as she was so nervous that she did not know what to do, there was a knock on the door. Then, the waiter outside came in, bowed, and said something in Eason's ear.Soon, Anne noticed that Eason's expression had changed slightly.At this moment, a deep and intimidating voice sounded, "Mr. Newman, I hope I'm not interrupting."Anne's face was instantly ashen as soon as sh
Joanne did not expect Anthony's aura to be so oppressive and dangerous in person. It was so scary that it made her scalp tingle! The dinner that initially went well turned sour. Anne felt embarrassed and guilty. "I'm sorry. I-I'll get going.""I'll take you home." Lucas followed her.Eason shouted, "Stop right there!" Anne paused for a moment, but she did not stop and quickly ran out of the private room, trotting down the long corridor. A hand appeared next to her unexpectedly, clasped her neck, and dragged her into another room—"Ah!" Anne was slammed on the table. She turned to look in shock and found the terrifying Anthony.Anne was so frightened that she quickly stood and moved backward."Is this why you're staying? Hmm?" Anthony was intimidating. "No matter my reason, you shouldn't treat me like this!" Anne had tears in her eyes. Insulting her in front of the Newman family's parents was equal to humiliating the Newman family. "Why are you doing this? You said you'r
In the morning, Anne got up early and took a taxi to Lucas's apartment to see her children. It was Lucas who opened the door, and she did not expect him to get up so early. However, Anne noticed that he did not look so well. "What's wrong? You didn't have a good rest?" Anne asked."It's my own problem." Lucas took her hand, dragged her in front of him, and stared at her., "I'll handle it. As long as you don't back down." Anne lowered her gaze. Did he notice that she was backing down? However, it was not up to her…Every time Anne closed her eyes, Anthony's threatening manner in the private room would appear. She withdrew her hand, and Lucas's gaze changed."Lucas, can we talk about this next time? I have too many problems, and I shouldn't have promised you from the start…" Anne gathered her courage and looked at him. "If we're really together, I shouldn't have caused you problems. I want to be with you with zero baggage. Can you understand that?"Lucas stepped forward and
Anne looked at Sarah, but Sarah avoided her gaze.Anne was so furious that she asked, "Was the lesson before not enough? Why must you bother her? Do you really want to die in Anthony's hands?""Mmph, mmph! Mmph, mmph, mmph!" Anne could not speak, and she could only explain that way.Anne felt helpless, anxious, and angry. She did not want to figure out Sarah's argument. Then, she called Anthony. After all, she could not watch and do nothing as Sarah was tortured. The phone rang for a while before Anthony finally picked up, and Anne hurriedly said, "I'm sorry. My mom didn't mean it. P-Please, forgive her! Y-You can ask me to do anything!""What can you do?" Anthony's deep and terrifying voice sounded.What could she do? Anna's mind was a mess. "Where are you? I'll go and find you, okay?""Figure it out," Anthony replied and hung up.Anne checked Anthony's location on her phone, and she was grateful for that as it was her hope of finding him. After all, he could be in the Ar