Alanna couldn't put a finger on what she was feeling when she heard Hades' question.He claimed that she was the only woman he wanted, yet he couldn't let Melanie go.She looked down at her lap. "Hades, do you know what the words 'I only want you' mean?"Of course, Hades knew the meaning very well. If he only wanted Alanna, that meant she was the only woman in his life.It was true that Alanna was the only woman he wanted to be with his whole life.That was a fact that would never be changed.As for Melanie, Hades never planned nor thought of dating her, much less wanted to keep her by his side. What little affection he had for her was simply a by-product of the bond they had formed during their childhood times.After all, he wouldn't have lived to this day without her help in the past."Alanna, I've never developed a romantic interest in Melanie."His statement surprised Alanna. To think that Hades was never romantically interested in Melanie…"Weren't you two a couple in th
Once Hades was done blocking Melanie's number, he turned to look at Alanna.Alanna withdrew her hand. A hint of awkwardness flitted across her face."I told you, I don't care."Hades chuckled in response. "I know that. I wanted to block her. It's just that I borrowed your hand to do so."Alanna pursed her lips without responding to him.When they entered the hospital, they bumped into Hudson and Edmund.Hudson huffed when he saw Hades. "Oh? What are you doing here, Mr. Florentine? I heard your first love got hurt. Why aren't you taking care of her?"A glint appeared in Hades' eyes. He glanced at Alanna before shooting a half-smile at Hudson."You're pretty well-informed. Everyone might think you have a crush on Melanie."Hudson let out a chuckle all of a sudden. Then, he glanced at Alanna."Don't you know who I'm crushing on right now?"Hades shot another look at Alanna. "So, you also like Ms. Jacinto, huh? What a coincidence. Me too."Hudson was a little impressed by how s
However, Hades didn't tell Alanna that. Otherwise, she might think he was trying to cover up for Melanie again.Alanna asked, "Did someone sabotage the CCTV footage?"Hades hummed in acknowledgment. "Don't worry, I'll get someone to restore it. Even if it's beyond salvation, we can check those in the bank, too."There are also many CCTVs along the route from the hospital to the bank. I'm sure they couldn't have sabotaged all of them."Alanna nodded. Though she was reluctant to admit it, Hades' words comforted her. "Thanks," she said.Hades chuckled. Suddenly, he grabbed her waist and pulled her toward him, positioning them both in a suggestive stance. Alanna could feel his breath against her skin."What will you do to thank me?" he asked in a low voice.Tensing up, Alanna stomped on his foot. "By doing this."Hades groaned in pain and let her go. "I'm helping you, yet you're kicking me aside so soon, Alanna?""You were the one who promised to help," retorted Alanna as she walk
Looking up, Alanna felt revolted.Terrence was standing before her with a half smile. "It's been a long time, Alanna."Alanna walked around him and headed into the department.However, Terrence stood in her way again. "Alanna, am I that lame that you won't even spare me a glance?"Alanna smirked. "You're highly self-aware, Mr. Abbott."Terrence remained smiling. Snorting, he said, "But I'm especially interested in you. What should I do?"Withstanding the urge to gag, Alanna stepped away from him. "That makes you as lowly as always, then!"Terrence didn't mind how many insults she threw at him. It was always more exciting when a woman was fiery.And to him, Alanna was just the type of woman who'd trigger a man's desire to conquer."Are you still hoping that Hades will get back together with you?" he asked.Ignoring him, she headed for the elevator as he laughed behind her.He continued, "You saw it yourself. Even though Hades appeared ruthless to Melanie previously, he still
Alanna was at a loss for words. Renee and her big mouth!Immediately, she walked around Hades' car. "I can't afford to hire you as a driver, Mr. Florentine."Hades quickly got out of the car and grabbed her. "I'll do it for free."Alanna glared at him. "Do you have too much time on your hands, Hades?"Hades hummed in agreement. He'd have the time for this as long as he tried hard enough. At worst, he'd lose a few hours of sleep.Alanna shot him another glare. She knew how busy things were at Brilliance Group. "I really don't need you to be my driver. Besides, it's inappropriate."Hades was the head of the Florentine family. She didn't want others to talk behind her back just because she got him to be her driver.Hades was prepared to be rejected. "I'll be your driver for the night. Then I'll arrange for someone else to do it, okay? Don't hire someone you're unfamiliar with. You won't know whether or not you can trust them."Alanna pressed her lips together. "I'll look into thei
Edmund specifically found a fortune teller to decide on the best day to hold the opening ceremony. It had been decided that the ceremony would take place at the beginning of the upcoming month.As the company's person in charge, Alanna had to make the call for various matters.She and Hudson kept talking about it in low voices while Hades sat beside them with his arms crossed. He looked grumpy.When they were about to finish eating, he suddenly asked, "Is Northlight after the plot of land in the northern suburbs?"Alanna paused. Indeed, Northlight Group wanted that piece of land, but the Quigley family owned it.Because of that incident with Blake, she had a disagreement with them. That was why she couldn't even talk to them now.Hades arched an eyebrow at her. "Ally, I can help you arrange for a meeting with the Quigleys."Alanna looked at him. Moments later, she asked, "On what condition this time, Mr. Florentine?"Hades' eyes flickered. "You'll only have to help me dress my
Alanna paused. Then, she answered, "I can't, Hades. I just can't bring myself to tell my mom about us."Hades stared at her silently for several moments. "So you decided to cancel me from your life?"Alanna replied, "It's safer not to mention you. Drive safely on your way back."After saying that, she returned to the ward with her phone. However, Hades unexpectedly came in after her.She turned and shot him a glare. Whispering, she asked, "What are you doing, Hades Florentine?"Hades ignored her and went straight to Tara's bed. "Nice to meet you, Ms. Thornton. I'm Alanna's… friend."Standing beside them, Jane exclaimed, "Ms. Thornton, I guess you haven't heard. This is Mr. Florentine, Ally's admirer. He's very enthusiastic in his efforts to court Ally."Tara turned to look at Alanna, who lowered her gaze. Alanna said, "Mom, I'm not interested in him."Hades chuckled. "You're not interested in me now, but that may change in the future. Do you agree, Ms. Thornton?"Tara stared b
Hudson demanded, "You're not planning to get back together with Hades, are you?"Alanna shoved his hand aside, "What nonsense are you talking about?""I'm talking nonsense? More like you're playing dumb."Alanna paused before saying, "Hudson, I told you before that you and I can only be friends."Hudson laughed. "So what? Will that change the fact that Hades is a scumbag? Alanna, think about how he treated you. Don't fall for it just because he's being nice for a second."Alanna stepped around him. "I'm thinking straight!""And that'll be for the best." Hudson ended the conversation with that and handed her a cup of coffee.Alanna glanced at him and took it. "Thanks."Hudson said nothing and returned to his office.As Alanna watched him leave, she sighed. After the ruckus Hudson caused, she suddenly remembered her promise to help Hades dress his wound.She originally thought Hades would take the initiative and approach her. However, she didn't receive any calls from him even