The cool air around him and the subtle smile on his lips would instantly make one comfortable in his presence.“Speak of the devil.” Kate laughed.Isla choked on her drink, and Heidi stared at him wide-eyed. “Let me guess, you're Steve!” Heidi stood up, not believing her eyes. From the moment Steve walked in, his eyes first landed on her, and he couldn't look away. His lips formed a ‘Wow’ shape, and he shoved both hands into his pants pocket, blinking slowly. “And you're Heidi?” The words left his lips as a whisper.Kate looked from her brother to Heidi. She smiled secretly, a mischievous look glinting in her eyes. “Yeah, she's Heidi.” Kate broke the awkward silence. “Stop drooling, Bro. Heidi's my special guest, don't make her uncomfortable.”Steve collected himself and sat down, his eyes still fixed on Heidi. “You've truly grown into a beautiful woman. I'm amazed.”“I can say the same for you.” Heidi laughed. “Where's that lonely boy who would secretly sneak snacks into my locke
Outside The Bar… Mr. Herman held the backseat door of the car open, grinning from ear to ear. “Have a great night, Mr. Harrison. I hope we have many more collaborations in the future.” Lucas sat inside the car. As the driver was about to kick off the engine, Amanda reported from the passenger seat. “Mr. Harrison, the pilot notified me that the weather is good, and we can return to Phoenix City tonight.” Lucas's mind strayed to that familiar figure. His eyes were closed, seemingly lost in his thoughts. He couldn't have mistaken, right? She was definitely Heidi. “Mr. Harrison, is everything alright?” Amanda asked, wondering if he didn't hear her report. Lucas opened his eyes. About to answer Amanda's question, but what he first saw astounded him. Through the car's front window, three ladies walked out of the bar and Heidi was among them. His instincts were right. He hadn't been hallucinating. Lucas straightened up, his narrowed eyes fixed on her. A man accompanied them, an
As the man approached, Heidi was eerily aware that it was him. Lucas Harrison.Lucas stopped in front of her. He didn't look as surprised as she was on seeing him.“You… what are you doing here?”“I should ask you the same question.”Heidi didn't expect him to suddenly grab her arm. His eyes were as sharp as a knife and his handsome features spelt imminent danger.“Hey, let me go.” Getting over her shock, Heidi pulled away. “Watch your action, Mr. Harrison.”“Shut up, just answer my question.”“Heidi, what's going on?” Kate stepped between them. Seeing the heavenly handsome man almost made the air in her lungs escape until he grabbed Heidi forcefully. “Do you know each other? Hey, Dude, you can't just pop out of nowhere and bully a lady. Leave Heidi alone or I'll call the police.”The only response Kate got from the man was a deadly glare. “The heck! Do you want to bully me too?” Kate rolled up her sleeves, looking agitated. “You'd better leave us alone, otherwise, before I call the
A stunned silence lingered. Heidi paused and stared at him in shock, her chest heaving up and down. Her ponytail loosened, and a portion of her hair cascaded down the side of her face. As she breathed heavily, her lips parted slightly, her wide milky eyes staring back at him. Starkly aware of their proximity, and feeling a particular soft flesh pressed against his hard chest, a breath of air escaped from his lips and his throat dried up. Heidi's heartbeat was a mess, her chest thumping nonstop. As Lucas reached up with his hand and pulled a hair strand behind her ear, letting his fingers graze the side of her neck, a strange sensation coursed down her system, igniting flames inside her. Their heartbeats were prominent. He wrapped all his fingers behind her nape, pulling her head down, while using his other hand, which was on her waist, to press her close to him. When their lips touched, sparks exploded. Heidi lost sense of reality. As Lucas sucked the air out of her, lavishi
At Heidi's question, Kate and Isla exchanged glances.Isla wriggled her fingers together, looking nervous. “Please forgive me, Ms. Olsen. I had to tell her everything, otherwise, Ms. Anderson insisted on calling the police. While we're no match for Lucas Harrison.”“So you got married before,” Kate exclaimed. “I honestly thought you were a fresh single, Heidi.”“Ms. Olsen and Mr. Harrison have already separated. But I fear Mr. Harrison doesn't want to let go of Ms. Olsen yet without giving her troubles,” Isla explained, looking fearful.She had spent a great deal of time with Heidi, and she'd seen how Zach Olsen had interacted with Heidi like his little sister. There was no romance between them whatsoever, and the news was revealed at Zach Olsen's birthday party that Lucas Harrison was Heidi's ex-husband. Isla became more curious, wondering why Heidi was never revealed to the public as a member of the Olsen Household. Everyone in Phoenix City knew each family member of the Olsens H
…Seeing that familiar car parked in front of the Villa again, Lucas's eyes were as dark as the night.As he sat inside his car, his eyes were glued to that car, patiently waiting, and impatiently struggling to reign in his emotions.Some minutes later, the Villa's gates opened. Four people came out of it; Heidi and the other two ladies, then that man. Lucas left his car, slamming the door shut. Before Steve could hold the door open for Heidi, he reached their sides, startling everyone.“Heidi, we need to talk.” Ignoring the shocks registered on their faces, he fixed his piercing gaze on Heidi.Heidi recovered from the shock, feeling a headache coming. When she remembered what transpired between them a while ago, her eyes dimmed. “Mr. Harrison, what do you want from me?”“Come with me.”“To do what?”“Just come with me.” Lucas's voice was eerily low, his eyes throwing daggers at the man beside her.Steve instantly grasped what was going on. He was no stranger to these kinds of situa
Putting on a gloomy look, Tracy tugged at Lucas's arm, pulling his attention. In a sad tone, she said, “Heidi seems to have moved on already. That man must be treating her well. I hope he can distract her from trying to harm me from now on.”Lucas clenched his fists so hard that his knuckles made a cracking sound. Tracy added fuel to the fire, by adding the words, “How unfortunate. Instead of conserving her beauty, Heidi keeps throwing herself at different men. I don't blame her anyways, the world must be cruel and harsh to desperate orphans. They can do anything to survive.”Even at the risk of losing their dignity?For the first time, Lucas glared at Tracy. Her body shuddered, and she quickly let go of his arm. “I- I didn't mean to put it that way, however, that's the obvious explanation, right?”“I'm just speaking the reality which you know of.” Tracy dropped her head, looking offended. “It's not like I have any grudge against Heidi to speak bad of her.”“You're thinking too much,
Inside The Five-Star Restaurant. The staff received Steve, Heidi, Isla, and Kate warmly, eagerly showing them to a wide round table filled with astounding delicacies. Beluga caviar, kobe beef, truffle risotto, a plate full of waffles, and four glasses of sparkling rosé champagne. The generous meal reminded Heidi of a particular candlelight dinner that ended up in jeopardy. “This is too much, Steve. It hasn't been long since we ate breakfast, I'm full.” Steve drew out a chair for her, urging her to sit down. “You only ate two slices of pizza.” He took a plate and picked a small portion of each dish into it. “Eat more, Heidi, then you'll be energized.” “My stomach will burst, I guess.” Heidi laughed, and Steve couldn't help but laugh along. “I like your humor.” “Don't you know, Heidi? We were supposed to go to the Park first, but Steve wants to ensure you fill up your stomach.” Kate was wearing a face mask, but one could imagine her scowling at her brother. “Ms. Olsen, I'm al