Travis nodded. "Yeah, let's have something together. I have something to talk about with you, too."Alanna checked the time. She wasn't hungry, actually. And after starving herself for three days, a liquid diet was all she could take.Still, she agreed to their invitation. There was something she needed to discuss with them. So, she opened the door and got into the car.They decided on a restaurant that was well-known among the locals. The moment they entered, they saw Terrence walking out with a woman who resembled Alanna.Upon seeing Alanna, Terrence was stunned. Since the day he witnessed Alanna being rescued from the sea, his heart ached subconsciously. Not even he could understand why.He'd been thinking of her as a plaything and never expected that there would come a day when he'd actually feel sorry for her.He dropped the mocking attitude he'd always assumed whenever he met her. In a calm voice he rarely used, he asked, "Ms. Jacinto, are you alright?""I'm fine. Thanks f
Upon hearing the busy signal, Hades scoffed. Alanna's audacity was truly showing. Despite having yet to receive the termination agreement, she already had the nerve to block his number.Hades snuffed the cigarette and texted her, "Call me back."Then, he stared at his phone as he waited for her call. However, Alanna didn't end up calling him. His phone remained silent till the end, and his text remained the last sentence of their conversation.Hades grew increasingly frustrated. He could no longer suppress his anger. Though he'd convinced himself to stop pursuing what he wouldn't get, it was difficult to follow through.He clutched his phone in a firm grip and thought of going to see her. But on the other hand, he thought there was no reason for him to pester her.Why should he stoop so low? It would be unseemly, as though he couldn't survive without Alanna. He put his phone back down but picked it up again a few moments later. It was still as silent as a mouse.Frustrated, he sc
Hudson seemed unconcerned. "You don't have to worry about that. Just come over when you resign. Northlight Group welcomes you whenever."Alanna had no excuse to put him off now that he put it that way. "Sure. I'm looking forward to working with you."Though they were at the restaurant to eat, none of them actually ate much.After leaving the restaurant, Travis dropped Hudson off at the hotel. Then, he gave Alanna a lift back. "How have you been feeling these couple of days?" he asked.Alanna nodded. "Pretty good."Travis hesitated before asking, "How are things… between you and Hades?"Alanna didn't want to talk about Hades. Although she was determined to leave him, her heart would still ache at the mention of him. Memories of him were deeply etched in her mind.She was silent for a second. "We're breaking up," she answered. Then, she changed the topic. "Travis, please let Mr. Jyles know he can assign me more tasks after this."Travis nodded. "No worries, I'll do my best to sch
With a stiff expression, Hades apologized, "I'm sorry."Alanna smiled. "That's all irrelevant now, so let's not talk about it. Hades, since Melanie's so important to you, you should just settle down with her. I'll appreciate it if you both stop bothering me."Hades' expression soured at her words. Was she that eager to cut all ties with him? Besides, since when had he said that he was going to get together with Melanie?Alanna noticed his expression, of course, but she dismissed it. After saying that, she turned and entered the apartment block.Hades lunged forward and grabbed her wrist. Alanna immediately frowned. But then, she suddenly noticed his hand was bleeding.She pressed her lips together and didn't try to break free. "Anything else you have to say?"Hesitating, Hades struggled as he said, "Ally, please give me a chance to redeem myself. I promise I won't let anything like that happen in the future. I'll answer your calls whenever you call me, okay?"Alanna chuckled. "A
Alanna averted her gaze immediately, but her knuckles turned white from holding the glass. After some time, she sniffled. She took a sip of water before returning to the bedroom.The next day, she hopped into a taxi and headed to the cafe. Jeff was already there when she arrived. The morning rays landed softly on the striking man sitting in the cafe and turned heads.Smiling, Alanna walked over. "Thanks for coming."Jeff frowned at her. "You look healthy, but you're so much thinner than two days ago. Did you really refuse to eat?"Not knowing why, Alanna felt embarrassed. "It won't happen again."Jeff still appeared to disapprove of her actions. "Whatever may happen in the future, always remember that your health comes first."Alanna nodded with a smile.Hades entered while glowering. His expression darkened further when he set eyes on Jeff. "Has your performance dropped, Mr. Simmons? You seem to be quite free."Jeff laughed. "That won't be an issue, Mr. Florentine. I'll be sur
After Alanna finished speaking, she instantly turned and headed for the exit. Jeff couldn't help but frown as he watched them.Glancing at Hades' phone, he got up and patted Hades on the shoulder. "If you can't get over Alanna, you should first rid your surroundings of your admirers before trying to win her back."There's no wonder that she refuses to come back to you. You're in an ambiguous relationship with another woman."Hades looked down as he pulled out a cigarette. "You should just stay out of it, and everything will be fine."Jeff laughed. "Ms. Jacinto is single now, and anyone can pursue her. Even if I'm out of the picture, there will always be someone else. Am I right?"With that, Jeff packed his belongings and headed out.He could see that Hades hadn't gotten over Alanna.But Hades should show more sincerity when trying to make her stay. He shouldn't be behaving like he did. He shouldn't be saying that it all meant nothing to him.But Jeff wasn't obliged to remind hi
After leaving with Alanna, Jeff asked, "Do you have any food preferences, Ms. Jacinto? Or is there anything you don't eat?"Alanna thought about it and answered, "I have a sweet tooth, and I'm allergic to nuts, such as cashew nuts and almonds. Everything else is fine to me."Jeff was dazed. Moments later, he let out a laugh. "You and my mom have many things in common. Both of you are gifted in languages, have a sweet tooth, and are allergic to nuts. You two should get to know each other. I bet you'll have a lot to talk about."Alanna's eyes lit up. "Are you referring to Mrs. Simmons?"Smiling, Jeff nodded. "Mrs. Simmons to others. To us, she's just a spoiled little lady, thanks to my dad." When he said that, he sounded doting.Alanna was kind of envious. It was a pity that she wasn't as close to her family and had never known such loving families.Jeff noticed she looked down. "Don't worry. Your mother will get better sooner or later."Alanna smiled and nodded.Jeff took her to
Hudson said that on purpose because of Hades' ruthless ways when they were in Brunstein City.With his hands in his pockets, Hades stared at Hudson. Moments later, he scoffed. "Since when have you been so friendly with Ms. Jacinto here, Mr. Hudson? Besides, I remember telling you to keep your hands off someone else's woman."Alanna frowned and was about to say something when Hudson beat her to it. He said, "Oh? Is she still your woman? But I heard that you two have broken up."Furthermore… Ms. Jacinto will soon be under Northlight Group's employment. She'll be Northlight Group's manager instead of Brilliance Group's."Hudson had a different temperament from Hades. Hades was reserved and steady, while Hudson was bright and radiant. Though Hudson was only stating the facts, he seemed boastful.Alanna pressed her lips into a thin line.Hades' expression darkened instantly, and he looked at Alanna. "You're going to work for Northlight Group?"Alanna met his gaze. "You know that I ne