Tobias had a throbbing headache. "Ann, I'm sorry!"He told Anna everything that had happened. On the other end of the line, Anna was in disbelief. "How could this be?"Her face turned pale. "Tobias, you won't marry her, right? I'm quitting my job as a celebrity. I love you, and I want to be with you. Don't marry her, please. We're the ones with true love, aren't we?"On the other end of the line, Anna felt extremely nervous. She would never tell Tobias why the mixup had happened that night!Feeling troubled, Tobias pinched between his eyebrows. He had a bitter feeling in his heart as he said, "Ann, I'm sorry. It's my fault.""Tobias, let's announce our relationship. Let's get engaged, okay?"Tobias had dated Anna for three years, but they had never made their relationship public. Anna had said that being in a relationship was taboo in the entertainment industry. But now, she was panicking.Howard, who was listening in on the conversation, snatched the phone from Tobias' hand.
"Latest Updates on Ripley Group CEO's Love Affairs!""The Financial Tycoon is Going to Be a Father! Congratulations!"Lucy rarely read the news, so when she tapped on the headlines and read the contents, she looked at Tobias in shock. "How could you be the CEO of Ripley Group? Also, why did the news of my pregnancy get exposed online as soon as I got the test?"Tobias sneered. "No matter how out of touch you may be, you could have realized who I am just by browsing the news. But you kept insisting that I'm a gigolo. You're so good at acting that it's a pity that you're not an actress."You know what's going on, but you're still feigning ignorance. Weren't you the one who planned all this?"Lucy lost her cool. She had originally thought things through and decided that she wouldn't mind that Tobias was a jerk. She had just wanted to give birth to the children and make sure that they were born into a decent family.However, Tobias had turned out to be the CEO of Ripley Group. In
Before Lucy realized it, Tobias had approached her. Reaching out, he grabbed her chin and forced her to look him in the eye."Woman, you should know better than to take advantage of the mercy shown to you."Scoffing, Lucy said stubbornly, "You're the mighty Mr. Ripley, but you refuse to apologize for your wrongdoings. If word of this gets out, I wonder who will feel the most ashamed."They were very close to each other, and as they spoke, their warm breaths fanned across each other's skin. It made them feel quite warm and uncomfortable.Lucy's heart began to race without her knowing it.They were just inches away from each other. Lucy suddenly recalled the passionate kiss in the restroom the other day. She couldn't help but gulp.Noticing something off about the deep gaze in Tobias' eyes, she said warily, "What are you doing? Stay away!"Tobias gulped. Then, he kissed her on the lips.Lucy's eyes widened. Why was he suddenly kissing her?Startled, she tried to push him away, b
Lucy figured that since Tobias valued the ties between a married couple, he must be quite a loyal man. So, she thought that she could try to get along with him.Besides, the more she looked at him now, the more she felt that he was smoking hot.Reaching out, Tobias wrapped an arm around Lucy's waist and said, "Let's go.""Where to?" Lucy felt her heart racing as he hugged her. Before she realized it, her face had turned red.Why was he so passionate all of a sudden? Just a while ago, he had been shouting at her in the hospital.Curving his lips into a smile, Tobias said, "Even though it's a contract marriage, you should still get the treatment you deserve. So, of course, we're going to buy wedding rings."The two walked up to the luxury car, where Tobias chivalrously opened the car door for Lucy. Lucy was startled for a few seconds before she bent down and got into the car. It was only then that Tobias himself got into the car.Lucy asked, "Tobias, why are you suddenly such a
The voice was filled with jealousy. Even without turning around, Lucy knew who the voice belonged to. She couldn't even be bothered to spare Lily a glance.Lily continued mocking her, saying, "Mr. Ripley, Lucy probably didn't tell you that she slept with someone with an STD before, right? Well, that makes sense. If you knew, you wouldn't have married her, right?"Still, the truth will be revealed eventually. You should think twice, Mr. Ripley. You'd suffer huge losses if she passed the illness on to you."Lily spoke loudly on purpose so that the people around them could hear her.Lucy hadn't wanted to humor Lily at first, but after noticing that Lily was going too far, Lucy scoffed. With a cold look in her eyes, Lucy slowly approached Lily.Lucy had an oppressive air about her, so much so that goosebumps formed on Lily's skin without her realizing it. Lily subconsciously stepped back."What are you trying to do? I'm telling the truth. You're just a bitch with an STD, and you shou
A staff member came over and drove Lily out. At the same time, Tobias stepped forward and hugged Lucy's slim waist, saying, "Let's go check out the rings."Raising an eyebrow, Lucy asked, "Why aren't you surprised at all? Don't you think that I looked fierce and terrifying just now?"Smiling, Tobias replied, "You were quite cute."Lucy was bewildered and thought that Tobias probably had no idea what "cute" meant.Having been driven out, Lily shouted in frustration, "Mr. Ripley, don't get tricked by that bitch! Lucy doesn't have feelings for you at all. She loves another man, and he's her first love!"When Lucy heard that, her body stiffened. She had tucked away memories of that person in the deep recesses of her mind. He had not been spoken of in a long time.Now that Lily had mentioned the man, Lucy felt like her heart was torn to shreds. There was a piercing pain in her heart, which felt like it was bleeding profusely. Lucy's face instantly turned pale, and she looked very we
Tobias examined the rings earnestly.The women's design was delicate and exquisite, whereas the men's design was classy and sophisticated. The rings looked great together as well, so they were indeed stunning.Tobias asked, "What's the difference between these rings and the other ones?"Lucy said, "The intricate design of these rings symbolizes the eternity of love and the stability of marriage. It conveys a message that the newlyweds will always be together and depend on each other. "In other words, it's like our marriage will be steadfast throughout our lives."Tobias raised an eyebrow ever so slightly. They would be inseparable for life?He valued the ties between a married couple, and for some reason, when he heard her say that, he found himself looking forward to their married life in the future.Unbeknownst to Tobias, back when Lucy had designed those rings, she had also been really anticipating her marriage.Tobias said, "We'll go with these, then. Engrave our names on
Axel had a polite and refined air about him as he spoke to Lucy. He could make others feel rather comfortable.However, when he noticed the ring on Lucy's ring finger, his gaze darkened for an instant.Lucy didn't notice Axel's gaze. Instead, she looked at the dog, which was still wagging its tail. "Does it bite?"Axel smiled gently as he patted the dog on the head. "It may be naughty, but it never bites.""Can I touch it?""Of course."Axel's lips curved into a cheery smile. It was only then that Lucy lowered her guard. She crouched down to touch the dog's fur.She was very gentle as she caressed the dog, but she also exuded a somewhat seductive and charming air. Axel gazed at Lucy, slowly becoming entranced.The dog whined as it lay on the ground and wagged its tail. Every time Lucy touched it, it would whine in enjoyment, and it even affectionately rubbed its head against her leg.Axel chuckled, looking at Lucy with a spirited gaze. "It looks like it really likes you."Luc