Melanie immediately felt aggrieved. "Hades, you fell for her, didn't you?"Hades frowned slightly. "You're overthinking things."…Alanna rested at home for two more days before returning to the company. She had just walked out of the elevator when Renee walked up to her."Ms. Jacinto, are you alright?"Alanna nodded. "I'm alright. Sorry for making you worry."Renee held onto Alanna's arm. "I was scared you would go off the deep end. There are a lot of people becoming depressed and choosing to end their lives after being cyberbullied."Alanna found Renee's words amusing and patted Renee's head. "I'm not that weak."Renee looked around. "Actually, you don't know this, but I had been thinking how nice it would be if you really did have a relationship with Mr. Florentine. Melanie would be totally pissed off."Alanna's lips twitched. "You're overthinking things. Mr. Florentine won't fall for someone like me."Renee pursed her lips. "I heard Melanie had come to the company to make
Terrence's company has been having a few financial problems recently. He was busy, but he was not that busy.He had a thorough investigation of his board of directors ever since Hades had reminded him to beware of his directors.Thus, he had offended many people in the process.He only realized a few days ago that there was nothing wrong with his board of directors. All of his financial issues were coming from Hades.However, Hades' words had wreaked so much havoc.He could only conclude that Hades was doing all that because of Alanna.He could not accept that fact. So, he came to the company today.He did not dare to do anything to Hades. But what was there to be scared of Alanna?Alanna froze. She never expected Hades to do something to Terrence. Her lips turned slightly pale as her heart ran wild.But she managed to regain her composure after a moment. Hades might not have done such a thing because of her.She understood her place in Hades' heart clearly."What does that
Terrence suddenly inched closer to Alanna's ear and said gloomily, "Do you think Hades would kill me or kill you first if I were to rape you?"Alanna's expression instantly paled. "I don't know if Hades would kill you. But I know he would make your life miserable. I'm sure you understand Hades well, Mr. Abbott. Do you think he would allow his people to be played with by another man?"Terrence suddenly smiled. "Are you even considered one of his? You're nothing but a toy."Alanna's lips froze. "But even so, he still went after you because of me. Didn't he?"Terrence narrowed his eyes.Alanna pushed him away and opened the door. "Mr. Abbott, I'll take my leave now!"Terrence could not help but admit he dared not do anything toward Alanna now. Hades had given him a painful lesson.Although it had only been for two months, his company might not recover for another two years!He was unwilling to give up. So, he decided to insult Alanna before leaving. "Alanna, what is the point
Alanna could not help but tremble when she heard Hades' words. She clenched her hands tightly into fists and forced herself to ignore her fluttering heart.After a while, she asked, "Why? I thought you didn't care."Hades looked at her quietly. After a while, he said indifferently, "I don't care. But I would not allow someone else to covet something that belongs to me. Not to mention, allow them to try and make a move."Alanna smiled. As expected, that's how it was. He did it all because he would not allow someone to covet something that was his. It was not because of her. In other words, he would have done the same thing even if the thing in question was a cat or dog he was raising.Alanna tried her best to maintain her composure. She gave him a small smile. "Alright. I understand."Hades looked at her. "Ms. Jacinto, why did you think I did it?"Alanna took a deep breath and calmed her emotions. "I thought you helped me because you pitied me again." Hades raised an eyebr
The marketing department should also gather. However, Alanna had been in no mood to celebrate so she had been putting off the planning.After giving it some thought, she said, "You can arrange it. Just inform me after you've made the arrangements."Renee did not let her go. "Ms. Jacinto, everyone wants to bring a plus one to the gathering. Can they?"Alanna laughed. "Of course. They can bring whoever they want."Renee blinked. "What about you, Ms. Jacinto? Why don't I bring a few of my male friends when the time comes? It'll be like a blind date."Alanna quickly rejected the proposition. She didn't want to create any more trouble for herself. "Please don't. I don't intend to get into a relationship for now."Then, Alanna patted Renee on the shoulders and said, "I still need to finish some work. I'll get going now. You all should hurry and return to work.""Alright."Alanna sighed in relief after she returned to her office.At that moment, Chelsey called her. "Ally, I've sent y
Alanna ended the call with Chelsey and looked through the information on the nursing home.The environment and treatment they provided were exceptional, just like what Chelsey had said.The only problem was their expensive fees.Alanna had just put away the documents when she received Hades' call. "There's nothing wrong with the contract. Ms. Jacinto, come on a business trip with me. We'll head over to Brunstein City later. I'll wait for you downstairs."Alanna froze. "Mr. Florentine, isn't Henry accompanying you on your business trip?"Hades laughed lightly. "I want you to accompany me. Can't you?"Alanna was at a loss for what to say. Hades was her employer. Of course, he had the authority to ask her to come on a business trip with him.She remained silent before saying, "I still have a lot of work on my hands. Mr. Florentine…""This is your proposal. You understand the proposal better than anyone else. Alanna, this is part of your job."Alanna frowned. "I haven't packed m
But he immediately gave up on that thought. He was now sure he did not like it when Alanna was rebellious. Although she resisted him silently, it was effective.He would feel upset every time she distanced herself from him. It made him want to clip her wings off. That way, she would have no choice but to obey and rely on him.But he held himself back. There was no need for him to do such a thing.She was just his sexual partner. He just needed her by his side. There was no need for anything else.However, he still had to vent the displeasure in his heart.He raised Alanna's chin and looked at her. "These are all things that you should do. If you can't do them well, you don't deserve the money you're receiving."Hades' gaze had turned cold. There was no lust in his eyes, only anger.Alanna could understand why he was angry. Hades didn't love her, yet he was unwilling to allow her to distance herself from him.It was just like his unreasonable possessiveness over her.But sh
Hades gulped as he felt her cold lips on his jaw. He proceeded to tighten his grip around Alanna's neck.When he spoke, his voice had turned hoarse. "Ms. Jacinto, did you think a small kiss would be enough?"He then caressed her neck and said, "Continue."Alanna frowned. "Mr. Florentine, we still have a banquet to attend."Hades raised an eyebrow and laughed after a moment. "Then you can owe me for now."With that said, he took a shawl and draped it around Alanna's shoulders. "Let's go."…The banquet was being held at a villa. It looked like it was a private event. Someone immediately came up to greet them the second they arrived. It was a man in his thirties. The man smiled and exclaimed, "Hades, you're late!"With that said, everyone turned to look at them. No matter where they went, the name Hades would surely attract people's attention.Alanna held his arm and received the gazes thrown her way. Those with intentions had already made their way to greet them.Hades eas