Chapter 166The following morning, excitedly, Annah rushed over to Martha's room, unable to contain her joy. Bursting through the room door, she found Martha on the balcony, sipping her morning coffee."Martha, you won't believe what happened yesterday morning!" Annah exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with delight.Martha looked up, her curiosity piqued. "What's got you so excited, Annah?""Connor," Annah beamed, "he actually brought me breakfast in bed this morning! It was such a sweet surprise."Martha's face broke into a wide smile. "Oh, Annah, that's wonderful! He really loves you, doesn't he?"Annah nodded enthusiastically. "Yes, Martha, he does. I feel so blessed."Martha's expression grew sincere as she offered some heartfelt advice. "Annah, you have something truly special with Connor. Don't ever do anything to jeopardize that love. Treasure it, protect it, and nurture it."Annah nodded in agreement, her voice filled with conviction. "I promise, Martha. I love Connor so much, and
Chapter 167Connor and Russo met at their favorite coffee shop, the place where they had shared countless conversations and memories over the years. It had been a very long time since they last saw each other which was due to the fact that Russo had been away abroad because of his work, and the sight of his old friend brought a warm smile to Connor's face.As they settled into their usual corner booth, sipping on steaming cups of coffee, Connor couldn't help but feel a wave of nostalgia. He knew he had a lot to catch up on, but there was something specific he wanted to share with Russo."Russo," Connor began, a glint of excitement in his eyes, "I've got some big news to share with you."Russo leaned forward, eager to hear what his friend had to say. "I'm all ears, my friend. It's been way too long."Connor took a deep breath, a mixture of joy and anticipation building within him. "Annah and I are making plans for our wedding ceremony next year."Russo's eyes widened, and a smile sprea
Chapter 168As Connor returned home, the weight of a long day hung heavily upon his shoulders. The door creaked shut behind him, and he was met by the familiar face of Hans. Hans, known for his unflinching professionalism and stoic demeanor, appeared more serious than usual and even Connor knew that whatever he had discovered wasn't good at all. He could feel it in his bones and he was quite scared to know what exactly the big man had discovered."Connor," he said in a low, urgent tone, "I have an important message for you. You need to hear this right away."Connor's brow furrowed, his curiosity piqued by Hans's uncharacteristic urgency. He nodded and gestured for Hans to continue.Hans leaned in closer, ensuring they were out of earshot from any potential eavesdroppers. "Michael," he said, with a gravity that sent a chill down Connor's spine, "our archenemy, is planning something very big against us."Connor's heart skipped a beat. The name Michael was synonymous with danger, a neme
Chapter 169Amid the chaotic gunfire and commotion echoing from outside the mansion, Connor's heart raced as he dashed down the ornate hallway towards the room where Annah was, waiting. Fear gripped him, knowing that danger lurked just beyond those walls.He threw open the door, his eyes frantically searching for Annah, who sat huddled in a corner, her face pale with terror. Her eyes welled up with tears, and her voice trembled as she whispered, "Connor, I'm so scared. What's happening out there?"Connor rushed to her side, his protective instincts kicking in. He held her trembling hands and pulled her close, his arms offering the reassurance she so desperately needed. "Shh, Annah, it's going to be alright," he whispered with a resolve in his voice, even as he heard the heavy footfalls of his men moving urgently outside the door. "My men are out there, and they're taking care of everything. You're safe with me, and I won't let any harm come near you."As he held Annah, he couldn't h
Chapter 170 In the chaotic aftermath of the fierce battle, Hans and his team moved with urgency, carrying the wounded Connor back to the safety of the mansion. The night was filled with tension as they realized that Connor's condition was dire. He was severely wounded, and an eerie silence fell upon the group as they noticed that he wasn't breathing. Once inside the mansion, they rushed Connor to a well-equipped medical room. Bruno, the mansion's doctor, who had seen his fair share of injuries from similar incidents, wasted no time. His skilled hands worked swiftly to assess the extent of Connor's injuries and initiate emergency medical procedures. Amid the commotion and frantic activity, the security team realized that Annah had been anxiously waiting for news of his condition. They exchanged worried glances, knowing that her emotional state was already fragile, and seeing her beloved in such a dire state would devastate her. "Please, let me see him." Annah cried. As Bruno contin
Chapter 171 After hearing what happened to his friend, Russo rushed back to the mansion. His heart pounded in his chest as he made his way through the grand corridors, each step heavier than the last. He had known Connor for years, and the thought of something terrible happening to him was almost unbearable. Hans greeted Russo as he arrived, a grave expression on his face. Without uttering a word, Hans led Russo through the opulent mansion to the room where Connor was being treated. The seconds felt like hours as they walked, and dread coiled in Russo's stomach. When they finally entered the room, Russo's breath caught in his throat. The sight before him was a horrifying tableau of pain and suffering. Connor lay on the bed, his face ashen and his body covered in blood-soaked bandages. Russo couldn't believe what he was seeing. His friend had been shot multiple times, and the severity of his injuries left Russo shocked beyond anything he could ever imagine. Russo rushed to Connor's
CHAPTER 172 Annah's eyes flickered open in the dim lit hallway. Her arms felt sore, her shoulders rigid and her muscles protested with each movement she made. Martha's head leaned against the wall still asleep. Her head snapped towards the direction of the slight creak of the door. She tried to still her racing heart as she stood up, she walked towards Hans who stared at her wearily. "Please don't tell me you spent the night here" his gaze flickered over to Martha who was still sleeping, her head bent at an awkward angle and then his glance returned back to Annah. "There was no way I could sleep. You know that" she said. Her eyes furrowed in worry as she glanced at the door. "Can I see him now?" she glanced up at him hopefully. "Yes. It would seem that he's beginning to make a steady recovery. His vital organs seem to be functioning properly now" he said. Annah released a long sigh of relief, the tension releasing from her shoulders slightly. Martha's eyes slowly opened, h
CHAPTER 173 Connor was finally getting discharged from the private hospital wing. His injuries were slowly healing. Annah didn't allow him to leave the bedroom. Not that he couldn't but the last thing he wanted was to get on her bad side and upset her. The things he did for that woman. It surprised him sometimes, caught him off guard even but he'd do it all over again, just to see her happy, just to see her lips tugging up in a smile. He was slowly regaining strength, his appetite had returned and Annah took it upon herself to make sure he ate more often than he usually did. "I'm not a drum you know" he shifted away when he saw her pick up another piece of fruit in an attempt to give it to him. "Just one more wouldn't hurt you know" she said softly, the edge of her lips tugged up in an amused smile. He stared at her like he was entranced in a spell. He wasn't sure he could get over how beautiful she was. He never really got tired from looking at her. He could do that all day,