'Urgh' She was helpless. Her footsteps echoed in the hallway as she strolled back to the bedroom. As she kept on walking, the echoes became louder. Hailey paused and her ears perked up. The echoes continued sounding even after she stopped walking. Who was it? Was Sharon back home? She couldn't help but wonder. But those footsteps didn't sound like the usual high-heeled shoes Sharon always wore. It sounded more like normal shoes. Even though the footsteps weren't heavy, it was that of a man.Hailey quickened her own steps and as she got far into the hallway she saw the Butler. His back was to her, and he was standing in front of the study room. He appeared to be locking the door. A briefcase was in his hand and his eyes darted around nervously.Shit! Hailey cursed inside. Had he sneaked in while she was in the garden? And why was he acting like a thief and frantically looking around, as if he didn't want to be caught? Was he avoiding her?Well, Hailey had caught him. And she was
"If you don't care about Kendrick's life, I do. You can't just follow his orders every time. He'll only get more stubborn and do whatever he likes. Just take me with you, and I'll make sure he takes those drugs."The Butler should just agree already. Hailey grimaced. This was the best she could do. She wasn't a professional at acting. He should either go with her, or she would really do as she promised. It wasn't like she would get lost in the city. She knew her way to the hospital. She had memorized its directions. And if it wasn't for that Robot Rick not giving back her own car keys, she would have long left the mansion. She couldn't even remember what excuse he had given her. She just found herself letting him go with her car keys. "Madam." The Butler looked helpless. "I still can't go with you, please have mercy."Kendrick should be the one having mercy. She couldn't believe how scared these people were of the devil. 'Urgh' Couldn't he just have mercy on even himself for once?
And what did the Butler do next? The minute they stepped out of the elevator into the hallway, he shoved the food packaging and Kendrick's briefcase in Hailey's hands and disappeared to God knew where. He didn't want to face Kendrick. And Hailey had to brazen herself, holding the huge package against her chest. A bodyguard attempted to take it from her, but hell! She was standing already in front of Kendrick's ward. And her heart was doing its usual nervous dance again. Taking in a deep breath, she gestured to the bodyguard to be quiet, and the other bodyguards stared at them, confused. Their gazes were mostly on Hailey. Because when she got out of the elevator, they looked astonished to see her.Ignoring them all, she reached forward to the door and pressed her ear on it. No sound. Was Kendrick sleeping? That would be great. Yet, if he was sleeping, how could she make him take the drugs?Hailey's hand reached for the doorknob and she plastered on a smile before pushing it open.
Hailey wanted to tell him he was wrong. He was so wrong. And why was she caught up in this? Wasn't he supposed to be the one getting taunted instead of the other way round? Kendrick had once again surprised her. Was he doing this to tick her off? To take revenge for forcing him to take the drugs? "You haven't answered me, Hailey." Kendrick went on speaking. "Do you want me to make you speak?" And how was he going to do that? Hailey snickered. She pursed her lips and kept her mouth shut, then went back to counting the seconds.He might as well keep asking the empty air, while she waited for him to fall asleep. She pushed her head to the side, ignoring his question, and focused instead on her own thoughts. Kendrick also went silent. He didn't say anything for a while. Good. Hailey was relieved. He should keep his mouth shut until the sleep overtook him.But Kendrick didn't keep his mouth shut. Because moments later she heard his voice again."Well. You asked for it," he said with a
The drugs should have taken effect a long time ago. Kendrick opened his eyes and stared at Devon. "Leave her alone," he said calmly.Hailey gasped at the sight of his eyes. Shit! He was fighting the sleep. His eyes were red and his face looked tired. 'Urgh' what was wrong with him? Would it kill him to let himself have some rest? "As you wish, Buddy," Devon replied and let out another laugh. His eyes went between Hailey and Kendrick and there was a knowing look on his face. "I delivered your message to Rosslyn." He went on. "You shouldn't keep her worrying though. She is confused about everything, I had to make things up for her to not get suspicious.""Good." Kendrick gave a nod. Then he let his eyelids close again."What do you say we tell her the truth?" Devon continued. "I mean, don't you trust her? You've been together for many years, she doesn't seem like one to be bordered anyways.""We can't trust anyone," Kendrick murmured with his eyes still closed. And Devon let out a
"Madam, do you want me to bring you something to eat?" The Butler asked as he watched her expression. "Yes, please." Hailey nodded at him. Although she also preferred the homemade food, she couldn't just eat Kendrick's food even though she was tempted to. He was sick after all. He might also wake up hungry. "Okay, Madam. I'll be right back." The Butler gave her a nod and turned around. He was about to leave the room when Devon whose attention was on his phone looked up. "I would also like to have some food, Collins, "He said to the Butler. Then as if changing his mind, he waved his hand and said, "Just forget it. I'll go and get one." He rose to his feet and put his phone inside his pants pocket. "How about I take you to a fancy restaurant for some launch, Hailey?" He held out his hand and proposed. His once taunting grin was now changed to a friendly smile. And somehow, Hailey found herself mesmerized. She had to admit, because it wouldn't miss the eye that the guy was good-loo
And why would he let that affect him? Devon seemed like a professional. He didn't look like someone after perfection. His carefree attitude proved that. And who was that person he was referring to?"Of course, I'm proud of my work." Devon laughed. "But I worry about what she thinks.""Oh." Hailey nodded in realization. Things made sense now. So it was a girl. Maybe a girl he was trying to impress. If she didn't like his work, that was enough reason to be sad. But she couldn't help but take another look at him. There was no doubt he was a playboy. And well, from her knowledge of playboys. They didn't care about others' feelings but theirs. Maybe she had misjudged Kendrick's friend after all. He seemed all nice and outgoing. And underneath that personality, he also was a warm person. Come to think of it, she had only expressed her interest as a fan and he was telling her all this. She wanted to open her mouth and comfort him. Well, he needed to know that not everything about you ot
'Oh, God.'Hailey covered her mouth to stifle her gasp. And Devon went on with his eyes fixed on the road. He didn't seem to know that she had no idea of the things he was talking about. He would even glance at her now and then to seek her opinion, and Hailey could only give him a nod.She listened on and everything became clearer. The reason why Kendrick had wanted her marriage with him to be a secret was because there were always threats to him. He didn't want to reveal her to the public. Because he was afraid something bad might happen to her. And especially because she was pregnant, he wouldn't risk losing her and above all, the baby. Hailey only sank into more confusion. The more things were revealed, the more confused she get.Was that why Kendrick had always gone everywhere with the bodyguards with him? Even those times he had escorted her to the hospital for a check-up. No wonder he always wore a mask. He didn't want someone to recognize his face behind that mask. He didn