Alanna looked at Hades suspiciously. She had a feeling that that jerk was lying through his teeth. Just as she was about to reply to him, she saw someone approaching from behind Hades.Disgust filled her eyes. After wringing her hand free from Hades' grasp, she turned to leave. "I'll head over to the police station on my own for that."Hades glowered as he stood rooted to the spot. Instead of following Travis and Alanna, he just stared after them as they left."Mr. Florentine…" Esther looked at him tentatively. "Mr. Florentine, Melanie's refusing to take her medications again. Please check on her."Hades turned and glanced at her. Without a word, he turned and headed toward Melanie's ward.As Esther watched him from behind, a smile flickered on her lips. Then, she caught up with him."Was that Ms. Jacinto?" she asked. "She's really pretty."Hades paused and looked at her. That look sent shivers down Esther's spine. He didn't bother concealing the frost in his eyes.Esther casua
Alanna didn't hide the disgust she felt toward Hades.Hades didn't mind it at all and walked toward her. "Garrett's autopsy report is out."Alanna halted in her tracks. "So what is it? Was it an accident, or was he murdered?""He was murdered. Suffocated. And the time of his death coincided with the time we left the alleyway."Alanna felt goosebumps all over. She never expected that, as the victim, she would now become the suspect."What about the CCTVs nearby?" Travis couldn't resist asking.Hades met his gaze. "Do I look stupid to you, Mr. Silva? I checked all of them when I discovered Garrett was dead. During that period, Alanna and I were the only ones walking out of the alleyway."Alanna looked grim. Who was behind all this? What was that person trying to do? Was this directed solely at her, or was Hades one of the targets, too?Her mind was muddled. Initially, she suspected Melanie was behind this. But now, she was unsure of that theory. Could it really be Melanie? If it
Hades stopped right before he hit Alanna's face. His eyes were filled with agony as he asked, "Alanna, do you really care for him that much? Aren't you afraid that I might hit you?"Alanna was scared, of course. She had witnessed once before the amount of force that lay in his punch. However, she would never let him hit Travis again.Travis had been through a lot because of her. She didn't want him to get hurt for her sake again. That would only leave her feeling guiltier.Alanna stared at Hades for a while. Then, she smirked. "Hades, he's my boyfriend. Who should I care for if not him? You?"Hades felt a sting in his heart. Dazed, he stared at what was happening before him. After a long while, he scoffed and withdrew his hand.Without saying anything, he turned and followed the staff into the room. As she watched him leave, Alanna heaved a sigh of relief. She comforted Travis and left with the staff.The interrogation took nearly three hours. When it was all over, Alanna was tak
Jeff continued, "And you did all that just to sleep with her for another year? It's not even worth the effort. Why would you even do all that?"Hades leaned against the wall with his head tilted slightly upward. His expression was obscured by the cigarette smoke.Actually, he knew better than anyone else that he didn't have to do all that, but he just couldn't let go.He was reluctant to accept that Alanna, who was supposed to belong with him, was leaving him for good. To top it off, she now had a new boyfriend."But at least she would've belonged to me for the time being," he replied.Jeff studied his best friend for a moment before scoffing. "You know yourself best. You had taken advantage of her situation when that agreement was signed."Hades, if reluctance is all you feel, then heed my advice and move on. You can find someone else and make do for a year. It'll all pass in no time."Jeff continued, "It's a different story if you're sincere about winning her back. And you're
Hades' eyes lit up, but Alanna's next words snuffed out his joy. Through gritted teeth, she said, "Melanie committed a crime and deserves to be punished. Why should I break up with Travis?"Hades' expression soured. But before he could say anything, Alanna fell out of her seat. Her face was as pale as a ghost."Alanna!" With a grave expression, Hades held her. That was when he realized Alanna was sweating profusely. "What's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?"Alanna endured the pain and remained silent.However, Hades quickly realized what was happening. He immediately placed a hand over her stomach. "Are you having your period?"Instinctively, Alanna shoved his hand aside. "Please help me get some painkillers, thanks."Hades' eyes narrowed. She refused to let him touch her even when she was in this state. If she hadn't needed his help to get her painkillers, she would've never let him get this close.Hades didn't do as she said. Instead, he carried her and started walking out. He i
There were many people at the clinic. Seeing that Alanna was struggling very hard to break free, Hades could only let her go.Alanna withstood the pain as she walked out. It seemed there was no need to wait in the police station any longer.However, she left her phone there, so she headed for the police station after leaving the clinic. Hades followed her with a sour expression.Just before they reached the police station, he suddenly asked, "Alanna, do you really think your relationship with Travis will last? If you don't believe me, let's make a bet. I bet you'll break up soon enough."Alanna frowned. After a while, she chuckled. "That aside, even if he and I break up, you and I will never get back together!"Then, she entered the police station. After getting her phone back, she immediately called Travis. He must've been nearby because he came over within minutes after her call."How did you get here so fast, Travis?" Alanna asked.Travis laughed. "I made some lentil soup and
Hades narrowed his eyes. Several moments later, he scoffed. "This is between Alanna and me. What has it got to do with you?"Seeing as a fight was about to ensue, Alanna quickly stepped between them.Glaring at Hades, she questioned, "How much do you want? If 200 dollars is too little for you, what about 2000 dollars? Or perhaps 20 thousand dollars?"Hades felt his blood pressure rising. "Alanna, it's not about the money, alright? Do I look like I'm desperate for money?"Alanna's lips were set in a hard line. "Hades, I'll unblock your number. Just tell me how much your medical bills amount to, and I'll transfer the amount to you."Then, she tugged Travis along as she headed toward the car.Hades was about to follow them when a car stopped before him.Jeff got out and looked toward Alanna. "You're unwell? Go back and rest. Leave it to me."Alanna nodded. "Thanks," she said before promptly getting into the car.As the car left, Hades' gaze slowly darkened. Fortunately, Alanna wa
Nevertheless, Alanna picked it up anyway. "Anything?""Hi there, are you this gentleman's girlfriend? He's drunk. Could you please come and get him?"Alanna was stunned. Then, she replied, "I'm sorry, but you called the wrong number. I don't know him.""It can't be! Your contact number is the first number on his phone. Besides, he was calling for you even though he was drunk. How can you not know him?"Alanna pressed her lips together. After a long while, she replied, "Sorry, but I really don't know him. You might want to call Yves. Yves will get him."Then, she ended the call.Travis was staring at her from the side. "Was it Hades?"Alanna nodded. "Let's get some rest, Travis."Travis pursed his lips. He had wanted to continue kissing her after the call, but it seemed she wasn't in the mood for that now."Goodnight, Ally. Remember to call me if you feel unwell.""Sure."…At the bar, the bartender ended the call and turned to Hades.Though Hades was drunk, he was still aw