Alanna nodded with a smile. "No problem. See you later, Mr. Luther."Michel gazed at her for a few moments before nodding in response.After Garrett got chased out of the hospital, he called Esther right away. "Why didn't you fucking tell me the hospital is one of the Luthers' businesses?"Esther was very annoyed because of Hades' declaration. When she heard Garrett's accusatory tone, she unleashed her wrath on him immediately."Are you an idiot? The Luthers have always been running Carement Hospital! Can't you even get your facts right?"How would Garrett know about that? He had never done anything proper in his life. All he did was have fun, indulge in sex, and gamble his life away.Of course, he was reluctant to accept the fact that his chance of making money was now gone."Esther, you never told me that fact beforehand. The Luthers came to Alanna's aid just now. I don't think I can carry out your mission now. You just have to pay me one million dollars."Naturally, Esther f
Melanie was stunned to hear Hades' response. It was as though she was plunging into an abyss.What did Hades mean by that? Could it be that this necklace had completely lost its effect on him?Was Alanna that important to him?"Hades, do you plan on ditching me forever?"Hades sat on the couch while staring at Melanie's tear-streaked face. For some reason, he was reminded by Alanna's fragile visage as she lay on the bed of reef rocks that day.His heart was instantly struck by a sense of frustration and distress."Since you've done something wrong, you should pay the price. I don't have anything to say about this.""Hades, have you forgotten—""What happened when we were kids, yeah? Melanie, do you really think I can tolerate everything you do as long as you bring up the past?"Melanie's complexion became as white as a sheet in an instant. Meanwhile, the atmosphere in the private room had gone completely silent.Everyone exchanged glances with each other. None of them had an
Hades' expression was starting to become stormy at that time.Just because Alanna could be snarky to him didn't mean anyone else had the right to do that.He chuckled coldly, "Chelsey, don't think I won't make you suffer just because you're Alanna's friend!"A burst of cold bearing surrounded him in an instant.Honestly speaking, Chelsey was a little intimidated by Hades. Still, she didn't want to submit to the jackass known as Hades Florentine."You must be sick in the head right, Hades? When you were still dating Ally, you never cherished her! You've already made it clear that you'd break up with her, yet you keep pestering her!"Let's talk facts, shall we? Why don't we bring up the times she suffered because of you? When she had a miscarriage, you were ruthless to her. When she fell off the cliff, you spent all your time with Melanie. Yet now, you wish to get in her good graces? Pfft!"Stop bothering Ally from now on! You have no idea how amazing her life has become ever sinc
Travis was stunned upon hearing Alanna's words. Shock soon descended on his expression.Even though he knew this relationship was most likely fake and that Alanna was saying this to piss Hades off, Travis couldn't help but feel elated."Of course. This is practically my dream come true."Alanna nodded with a smile. Even a glimmer of joy was present in her eyes.After Hades witnessed the confession, his eyes reddened abruptly. He moved forward to catch Alanna's wrist firmly."Alanna Jacinto, what the hell did you just say?"Travis tried to pry Hades' hand from Alanna's wrist. "Mr. Florentine, please release my girlfriend right now!"But Hades refused to let go no matter what. How could he possibly listen to Travis at this time?His head was filled with only one thought.Alanna was very close to Travis. Alanna wanted Travis to become her boyfriend.She was supposed to be Hades' woman. She was supposed to be his and his only.But now, she was dating another man.From now on,
Did Alanna walk away from Hades? Did she seriously leave him just like that? And with Travis, to boot?In just a moment, Hades' eyes became bloodshot.Did Alanna… choose to abandon him for real this time?Once Travis entered the elevator, he released his hold on Alanna right away.This shocked her. She thought he was mad at her.Just as Alanna was about to apologize, she heard Travis' voice booming from next to her."I know that you're mad at Hades. No matter how much I wish this is true, I'm still happy even if it isn't. At least you chose me to become your human shield this time."Alanna giggled. "You're not a human shield."Her words stunned Travis once again.Alanna raised her head to look him in the eye. "I'm serious, Travis. I never joke when it comes to feelings and relationships. Although I'm not sure if we can last for a long time as a couple, I'll still do my best to nurture our relationship now that I've started it with you."Travis could only stare at Alanna in a
Hades kept waiting till Travis left. Truthfully speaking, Travis didn't stay for a long time. All he did was have a meal and then some coffee.He actually wanted to stay a bit longer. After all, he had just become Alanna's boyfriend this evening. Till now, he could barely believe that it was real.Only when he was with Alanna did he feel a sense of realism and security.But this was Chelsey's home. His presence would only serve to be inconvenient to her.Alanna intended to drive Travis to the hotel at first, but he turned her offer down firmly. At that time, Hades had yet to leave the area. He was still standing at the same spot. If Alanna were to drive him there, she'd end up meeting Hades again.In the past, Travis might not be able to have a say in any of these matters, but Alanna was now his girlfriend. Naturally, he didn't want her to get pestered by other men."I'll call you once I've reached my hotel room.""Okay."After Travis left the apartment, he spotted Hades ri
Hades continued texting, "If you mind Melanie that much, I'll minimize my contact with her. Alanna, let's get back together…"When he sent the last message, he realized that the message only came out as a single gray tick instead of the usual double blue ticks.That was when he realized Alanna had blocked him on WhatsApp.Enraged, Hades almost smashed his phone against the window. Instead, he tossed his phone aside before closing his eyes.He had to admit that letting Alanna go was the biggest mistake he had ever made in his lifetime. Right now, things were spiraling out of control. Chaos had started to descend the moment he agreed to let her go.He should've just chained Alanna to his side. He shouldn't have let her go no matter how much she cried, begged, or threatened to kill herself.Hades couldn't care less what Alanna's choice was or if she was willing to stay by his side. He just wanted to snatch her away and chain her to him.But his rationality told him that he couldn't
Stunned, Esther paused momentarily before starting to howl even louder.Terrence couldn't bear to see her in that state anymore and hurried over to help her up. "Mrs. Smith, don't worry. Hades never said he'd ignore Melanie."Hades narrowed his eyes, but ultimately, he didn't say anything to that.…It was already past midnight when Melanie was wheeled out of the emergency room. After learning that she was safe, the others left.Yves stood beside Hades with a grim expression on his face. "Hades, are you really going to take her issues into your hands again?"Hades was expressionless as he stared at the woman lying on the bed. Her face was ashen. His eyes were frosty. After a long while, he seemingly snapped back to his senses and turned to leave the hospital.Alanna was sound asleep when Chelsey rushed in.Alanna opened her eyes sleepily. "What's wrong?" she asked.Frowning, Chelsey handed over her phone. "That bastard," she mouthed.Alanna took the phone from her with knitte