Raisa, who saw that her friend was disturbed, replied to Vallen's words, "Sorry, my friend doesn't know you, and we're busy. Stop interrupting!" The man turned to Raisa and snickered irritably, "You stay out of this. This is my business with Alexa," He looked back at Vallen with a sad look, "Alexa, why are you ignoring me like this? Have you forgotten our relationship? I've been looking for you for two years, and you disappeared without a trace. What's wrong with you?". He said desperately. Vallen did not understand what the strange man was saying and felt uneasy. She jerked the man's choke hold and forcibly removed it. "Enough! Please stop calling me by the name Alexa or whoever it is. My name is Vallen, and I don't recognize you at all. Stop bothering me!" Vallen turned to Raisa, "Raisa, don't mind him. Let's go, or we'll lose track of Carissa." Vallen again left, ignoring the man she had met twice accidentally, but did not know his name. To Vallen, the man was making things up a
"You're saying that just because you've been hurt. But that doesn't mean it's wrong to try and start over. Ah... Never mind, we'd better follow them. It looks like they're leaving the boutique."The two of them ended the pointless debate. Not worth it to Vallen despite Raisa's repeated advice. Too arrogant and stubborn. The two of them were currently focused on Carissa, who was arguing with the man she was with in front of the boutique as they could faintly hear what they were talking about."...Carissa, how long will you keep approaching that damn guy? Don't you know that I'm very jealous? I even left my studies to prevent your marriage!" The man exclaimed angrily. He slammed the groceries in his hand onto the floor."...Honey, you know, right. That my parents decided to gain control of the Jeremy family fortune, and I'm also doing this to torment your damn brother. I only love one of you. Don't you believe it?..." Carissa retorted to the man who was angry at her. With an erotic ges
"Who ordered you to do this?" Vallen asked as calmly as she could, though her palms and feet were already trembling. She grasped Raisa's hand tightly to keep her friend calm. The four people wearing face coverings who got out of the pickup truck quickly surrounded Vallen and Raisa. 2 of the four people were right next to Vallen and Raisa, each holding a machine gun in hand.Bang! Within seconds, after the four people got out of the pickup car. The condition of the place, not far from the mall, was immediately chaotic. Many people shouted and scattered to run away from the place, especially after the sound of warning shots. Isn't the enemy's guts so big this time? Even daring to open fire in broad daylight without worrying, the police and the Broughton military intervened to clear them up. "SHUT UP!!! NO ONE IS ALLOWED TO SPEAK! QUICKLY, BRING THAT WOMAN IMMEDIATELY!" Loudly ordered one of the men, probably the leader of the attack this time. The two men standing guard beside Vall
Bang!!Srassh!!!The gunshot echoed in Vallen's ears, leaving a residue of tense suspense. But Vallen didn't realize that the shot was aimed at the enemy beside him, who was now on the ground with a gunshot wound to the chest and was presumed dead.'Am I gone?' Vallen thought,Vallen still closed his eyes, not daring to open his eyes because, in his mind, a bullet was already lodged in his head. It was as if death had indeed taken one of his precious lives.However, there was a moment of silence after the last gunshot. A burly hand, which Vallen knew very well who it belonged to, suddenly wrapped around her waist and pulled Vallen to her side. "Honey, how long are you going to close your eyes?" a warm peck shot across Vallen's forehead, "Open up; it's all over. And I'm sorry I came too late and put you in danger." He continued.Vallen's eyes opened, and and tears flowed from the corners of his eyes. Vallen's body was still shaking violently, but she was also relieved. At least Raisa m
In the study, Asher continued his work while waiting for dinner. Asher began to study the cooperation files with the remaining companies. Even though he had been sitting at the desk all day, something was still left behind. Knock knock knock"Come in!" Asher ordered without looking at the door and still struggling with the laptop in front of him.Ken entered from the direction of the door and brought several files that would undoubtedly add to Asher's work: "Sir, there are several more files that you need to check and sign." Ken said and placed the files on the table.Asher raised his face lazily, "What kind of report do I have to read? Aren't all the files regarding the agreement with the dock holders already done?" Asher asked back. He grabbed the file and read it, and frowned."That's the file on the 30% share of the Addison Company that we managed to take over when the share price dropped. The rest is still in Mr. Addison's hands. As for the company itself, it has already suffere
Just as Aunt An was about to prepare dinner to take to Vallen's room, Vallen came down the stairs with her eyes glancing in all directions, and Aunt An noticed, "Madam, why did you come down? Auntie was just about to prepare the meal to be delivered to Madam's room." "No need, Aunt. Let me eat here," Vallen walked towards the dining table. He pulled up a chair on the right side beside the main chair. His eyes glanced at the table in front of the main chair, and the plate was still clean, "Bi, did Asher not touch the food?"Aunt An stopped what she was doing to prepare the meal. She stood up and approached Vallen with a smile, "It looks like you're not in the mood to eat, probably because you're busy. Just now, you hurriedly put on your suit and left the mansion. It looks like there is another job waiting for you tonight." explained Aunt An clearly."Another job?!" Vallen narrowed her eyes, "I'm not sure about that. Asher must be disappointed that I didn't accompany him to dinner even
"Mr. Daniel. I will only say this once. The woman you see as your fiancée is my woman and my wife. I don't expect Mr. Daniel to start a cold war over this because I will not hesitate to eliminate everyone, including you, Mr. Daniel." Asher stood up from his seat. He had not even touched the wine served because wasting time just chatting with the person in front of him was not essential.Daniel followed, standing up with a severe face. He wasn't messing around with his attitude this time, "Mr. Asher, even though you warned me about this, I still believe that woman is Alexa, my fiancée. If you have already claimed Alexa as your wife, I am here. Daniel Maiden, I will take the woman you claim as Vallen and accept your challenge!" Daniel said, pointing at Asher's face.'Insolent! How dare you fight over a woman with me. Is this the kind of man I want to eliminate right now!' growled Asher. But then again, he didn't want to act rashly, which would harm himself and his family's reputation.
The next day,The sun was now beginning to slowly rise from its resting place, slipping through a small hole that could penetrate its rays to disturb a woman still awake in her deep sleep. The glow that pierced her retinas made Valencia blink her eyes slowly as if disturbed by the rays that greeted her morning.She circled her eyes and saw that the clock was already 8:00 am. Suddenly, the owner of the eyelashes jumped out of her sleeping position and sat up with her eyes bulging, "I overslept!" Valencia exclaimed in a chirpy voice. Valencia quickly got out of bed and headed to the bathroom to clean herself up.On the other side of the wall, Asher is already neatly dressed in a black tuxedo suit with a black shirt that adds a relaxed and sexy vibe, contrasting with his brown skin color but looking so clean. Worthy of God's most seductive creature's status, anyone who sees it will be stunned.In front of the mirror, Asher looked at the reflection of his face while wearing the watch he h
"Surprise?!" repeated Asher with one eyebrow raised. 'Valencia doesn't usually make surprises like this. What does my naughty wife want to do?' but the words stuck in Asher's mind.Asher massaged his temples and signaled the waiters to disperse. Asher was completely unaware that today was his birthday. All Asher knew was that he was irritated by his nosy wife's behavior, who arbitrarily changed the order of the mansion. Even though Asher always kept the mansion the same as before, which was when his late mother still occupied it.Asher's light steps carried him up the stairs to their bridal suite, hoping his wife was there or making sure Valencia didn't leave the mansion without his knowledge. Every step Asher took was like a flower blossoming in spring. It felt so thrilling."Since when did my heart become so pounding just from stepping into a room and imagining Valencia sleeping on her back. Oh shit! I really can't seem to help it." Asher said.The door to the room was still firmly
Valencia let out a long sigh after seeing Avrora's departure from her sight. Her body that had tensed up with the veins on her forehead that were interlocking gradually decayed and went limp. Her sluggish body collapsed and sat down on the sofa with both palms that still left a sense of anger, fear and trembling. 'I never thought I would have to deal with a woman of such high status in the Kingdom so quickly. It's really tiring, even my hands are still shaking after her departure.'"Madam, are you alright?!" Asked Rey worriedly at Valencia who looked exhausted and had a worried look on her face. Valencia turned to Rey who was standing beside her with a smile. She waved her hand slightly as a sign that she was okay. "I'm fine, Rey. Oh yeah, I hope this incident doesn't reach Asher's ears." Valencia said calmly, though not as calmly as her heart was still racing at the thought of Avrora's name. "Are you sure you don't want me to report it to Lord? Because I think, in the future, th
Valencia turned her head with a smile and patted Liana's hand to ease the anxiety of the maid Valencia already considered a friend. "I'm fine. After all, from the moment I found out that Asher had been matched, I already had a premonition that there would definitely be a time for me to meet Princess Avrora. It's just that I didn't expect that the time to meet would be this soon, I will definitely deal with it.""Madam, you are truly full of patience and maturity. It is fitting that the lord chose you to be his lifelong companion. Master has never made a wrong choice.""Never mind... don't keep praising me. Rather, prepare the meal for Princess Avrora immediately. I'm afraid the maid made a mistake out of fear. I'm going to change my clothes to welcome her."Valencia and Liana began to move off on their own. Valencia went upstairs to change into proper clothes. Liana, on the other hand, took over the maid's duties to serve the honored guests of the Kingdom.In the living room, Princ
Asher glanced with a sharp glance at Louzen, "Louzen you come to my office." Asher ordered."Yes, sir." Louzen trailed behind Asher, following his leader to the Dragon Knight leader's private study.In the Dragon Knight leader's private study, Asher was already sitting at his desk. Meanwhile, Louzen stood in front of him quietly waiting for Asher to start talking. "Tell me Louzen. What information did you get from the incident that happened at The Angel building?" Asher asked calmly. He didn't want to pressure Louzen and make him too cautious.As much as possible Asher made Louzen feel that he didn't know anything Louzen had done, so that in time Asher could catch those who were traitors in the Organization. As the saying goes, if you want to catch a fish, you need to spread the bait, widen the net and pull it slowly so that the fish is not surprised and get a satisfactory catch.Louzen was still silent. He seemed to be organizing the right words to say to Asher. "Sir, I've sent a t
Asher glanced at Rey. "Rey, escort Her Highness the Princess back to her palace. Tell Her Majesty the Queen to take good care of her daughter. I have a busy schedule and don't have time to play with her spoiled daughter!" Rey immediately broke out in a cold sweat. Swearing by anything, Rey would do everything he was told, except bringing Princess Avrora back to the Palace. But Rey was just a subordinate, he was forced to obey his lord's orders. "Your Highness Princess, please return to the Palace. Currently the Master cannot accompany you, he has a busy schedule that cannot be postponed." Rey said with all due respect to the daughter of the leader of the Stanford Kingdom. Avrora could only snort in annoyance. She was indeed old enough to lead a country. Avrora was also smart enough to follow protocol or state meetings. It was just that her attitude suddenly turned spoiled and childish when in front of Asher. That's what made Asher feel ill-feeling and uneasy if he had to linger wi
Valencia noted the ingredients needed to make the cake, tumpeng yellow rice, young coconut, other fresh fruits to make fruit ice and finally vegetables for the side dish to complement the yellow rice. "Yep... Can you read it, Liana?" Asked Valencia, she handed the piece of paper to Liana. "Let me read it. Hmm... " Liana looked like she was reading seriously. "It looks like the meal that Madame is going to make is going to be special. There are a lot of spices that are said to make food have a high flavor. I'm really looking forward to Madame cooking a lot of food." Liana grinned. Valencia had already prepared it earlier. She took out her gold card and gave it to Liana. "Shop all you want, Liana. I'll be waiting for you here.""Yes, ma'am. Then I'll go shopping." Liana said cheerfully. Valencia could only shake her head in understanding. She did not expect, the figure of Liana that Valencia first saw looking very mature and calm was only a cover. The Liana that Valencia saw at thi
Asher looked at the file in front of him to check. But his mind drifted to thinking about the arranged marriage forced by his father. "Rey, order a team of hackers and spies to track down the ulterior motives between father and Her Majesty the Queen. I'm still sanctioning this just an ordinary matchmaking. There must be a price to be paid by Father for this." Asher ordered. "Sir, isn't your wife the fiancée of the Crown Prince who disappeared two years ago?!" Rey asked while struggling with the documents in front of her. "Hm. Alexa Zheyana Hoult is the official fiancée with a will and stamp from the late King. Therefore, even though I am legally married to Alexa in Broughton. Alexa's engagement to Daniel was still valid in Stanford, as long as the will and royal seal had not been returned. And damn it, those seals were nowhere to be found. Perhaps someone from the late Madame Harsha's camp has deliberately kept it.""So, according to the master. Lady Alexa's supporters still expect
"Shhh... don't let anyone else hear about this, let alone Asher." Alexa warned Liana with her index finger to keep what she saw and heard a secret. "But why would you do that, ma'am?" Liana asked not understanding Alexa's train of thought. She put the porridge on the table and sat next to Alexa. "You know, Liana. The first time I met Asher was a miracle. I had just fallen off a cliff because I was escaping from someone's captivity and Asher was lucky to save me. It was only a few days after that. He suddenly legalized the marriage without my knowledge on the grounds that I was unconscious, isn't that ridiculous." Alexa said recounting the beginning of her meeting with Asher. "Madam, I have become very curious about the course of Madam's love story with Tuan. Because as far as Liana knows about Tuan. He is a rigid man who is against women." "Really?! Ah... don't just say that. How can any woman reject a man as handsome and rich as Asher." Alexa chuckled with her opinion. "I'm
Louzen and his men took over the job of taking care of the guards. Asher headed for the car that was ready in the courtyard. Yes... The Ferrari that Asher was using was parked in front of the building. Maybe Louzen had brought the car to the courtyard. Asher opened the car door behind the steering wheel with his left hand. He sat Alexa down with the car seat stretched out to make Alexa feel comfortable. Alexa's eyes were still closed, which made Asher even more worried and anxious. He closed the side door then switched to the driving seat and took his sports car at high speed. A 30-minute drive from The Angel building to the mansion. In front of the main door, Asher stopped the car. From the front side of the door, the mansion guard approached the car and opened the front door and invited Asher to get out. Asher came out from inside and gave the car keys to the guard. "Move the car." Asher ordered. He immediately went to the side door of the car and lifted Alexa bridal style and