“Well, there’s nothing to cry about. We’re just hiding temporarily, not forever. When Brendan gives up, I’ve enough experience to work in a big company. This job that I found pays daily, and it’s an opportunity for me to gain experience. Hence, I think it’s quite good.”Although Tobey said it was quite good, Deirdre didn’t think so. She knew how tough it was to work at a construction site. She thought the job might be suitable only for a middle-aged man without a degree who had never enjoyed a good life.However, Tobey was still young. He used to be a manager with an annual salary of more than 100,000 dollars in a national company, yet he had to lower his status to work under someone else.She thought it was ridiculous.However, she had no right to say no because Tobey was the one who had to support their daily lives.Swallowing back her tears, she washed the apples in the bag. When she handed Tobey one, he said, “Don’t pressure yourself, Deirdre. In fact, I do enjoy my current li
Tobey still went out early and came back late. With the thought that she couldn’t be decadent, Deirdre went to the supermarket downstairs and asked the proprietress, “Is there anyone looking for a piano teacher in this neighborhood?” “I’m afraid that you’re asking in the wrong place. After all, only the rich enjoy playing this thing. In this neighborhood, we can even quarrel just for the sake of daily necessities. Who would care about this hobby?” replied the proprietress while snacking.Before Deirdre could say anything, the proprietress recalled, “By the way, I remembered two days ago, a filming crew came looking for a substitute who could play the piano. I’m not sure if they’ve found any, but I think you may go to have a try. Moreover, with your beautiful appearance, you may have an opportunity to become an actress if the director likes you.”“Becoming an actress?” Deirdre smiled as she shook her head.She couldn’t afford to do it regardless of the pay.She didn’t know when Br
“Oh, I see,” said Madame Russell while wiping her tears. “Previously, Tobey told me that he just wanted to meet Deirdre, but why did he disappear along with her? What’s happening actually?”While looking at the panic-stricken Madame Russell, a ray of hope grew within Brendan’s heart.He was glad that God had given him a chance, and he became clearer about Deirdre’s character.She was indeed cruel, but she couldn’t ignore Madame Russell and the people around her.Provided Madame Russell was with him, he would not be afraid that Deirdre would run further away.“Well, it’s a long story. I had a conflict with Deirdre.”“What?”No one knew whether Brendan was sincere or acting when he looked haggard with compassion in his eyes. “She’s pregnant, and perhaps that’s the reason she was emotional. She wanted to go out, but I was worried about her health and stopped her. Perhaps it was for this reason that Mr. Russell thought that I was controlling her freedom and took her to escape privat
The people in the surroundings also joined in the fun. “Why would the person from Neve publish a notice of a missing person here?”“I saw it at the door too. It’s everywhere.”“Probably she’s his kin? Aww, it’s so fortunate for her to have such a man with status to spend a lot of money searching for her. In fact, I saw the notice too on TV!” Deirdre’s expression stiffened. She almost couldn’t control her expression, yet she couldn’t run away. Hence, clenching her fists, she asked, “What’s stated in the notice? Is it just a simple notice of a missing person?”The proprietress took a detailed look at it and replied, “It doesn’t seem to go into detail.”Deirdre nodded her head. When she was leaving the supermarket, she could barely control her expression.‘Brendan has come searching for me here! He has come here!’Deirdre walked back to the house feeling weak and shaky. She couldn’t regain her calmness and composure even after a long time she sat on the sofa. When she heard the kn
“I shall take over the grocery shopping task as well. I’ll do it on my way home from work. You will only need to set your mind at ease and stay home. You don’t need to bother yourself with anything else. Don’t open the door to anyone other than me.”“Sure.” Deirdre’s face was ghastly pale. It was her only option now.Deirdre spent the next few days constantly in deep distress. Every time she heard footsteps outside, she would be scared out of her wits. However, it was fortunate that nothing bad happened.“You don’t need to worry too much. How can Brendan possibly be able to locate us when we’re in a huge place like Surstate? He’s not the director with the script of our life stories. You don’t need to be too worried.”Tobey took two bites of the meal and comforted Deirdre by saying, “You can go out for a walk to relax your mind once the dust settles. You don’t need to stay in the room all day long because that won’t be good for the baby.”Deirdre’s grip over her cutlery tightened
Madame Russell was still speaking, yet blood drained from Deirdre’s face. -Somewhere in a room, Sam took away Madame Russell’s phone and said to the man on the sofa, “The call has been hung up, sir.”Brendan sat on the sofa in the corner, and his chiseled jawline was perfectly separated into dark and light under the dim lighting. His dark pupils were hidden in the shadows and glistening like obsidian. His well-fitted suit complemented his tall, lanky figure, yet his entire person exuded a threatening yet cold presence. He tapped on the sofa’s leather with his finger.It was his first time hearing Deirdre’s voice in the past two weeks. She seemed to be living very well, judging by her voice, much better than when she was with him. At the thought of that, he could not help tightening his fist so strongly until his knuckles turned white.Yet, why would she live so well when she was away from him?She had no money and no lavish lifestyle, but she sounded like she lived every
‘How does one reach out to her when no number is displayed on the flier but only a symbol?’Brendan looked up and landed his gaze on the tightly-shut door of the supermarket. The proprietress drowsily opened the supermarket door and muttered, “Are you trying to get yourself killed? Why are you knocking on the door so early in the morning? If it’s nothing important, I swear I’m going to f*ck*ng—”In the next moment, her voice halted to a stop. The proprietress looked at the man standing at the door with a cold, tired face and a cigarette between his fingers. She was so startled that she did not feel drowsy anymore. It was mainly due to her lack of interaction with such a handsome, imposing man. She instantly assumed that the man was some celebrity and hastily tidied up her hair before she said with a flattering smile, “Hey, handsome. You were here on a shoot previously, right? What brings you to the supermarket so early in the morning?”Brendan raised his hand and showed the em
Henry Walker sized him up and said, “I’m just going to put this out there first. I will allow you to join my company but only because of our past friendship. You won’t be getting the paycheck like other ordinary employees, for sure. Moreover… If you were to commit any crime…”“Don’t worry. I won’t.” Tobey said, “I’m very grateful you’re willing to help me, Mr. Walker. Why would I implicate you? I understand that the medical scene in Substate is quite impressive, so I brought my girlfriend here to seek medical attention. I won’t do anything that is against the law.”At the mention of a girlfriend, Henry looked toward Deirdre and discovered that she had a gentle, beautiful face. Even though she had a blank stare and was dressed plainly, her mannerisms and facial features were extraordinary. His jaw dropped, and he almost dropped the cigarette in his mouth to his pants. “Deirdre? You’re Deirdre? We used to go to the same middle school too! Have you forgotten already?”Deirdre nodded