Chapter 8"Didn't say anything," Andrew reassured Anna with a slight twitch of his lips, noticing her self-consciousness. Their trip to the supermarket was an unusual outing for Anna, who had been confined to the roles and routines within her family home, always the one left behind to tend to household chores while her siblings accompanied their parents on errands.As they navigated the crowded supermarket, Andrew's protective gesture of drawing Anna close amidst the throngs of shoppers was a stark contrast to her usual invisibility within her own family dynamic. The act of purchasing personal items, such as toothpaste, toothbrush, and towels, symbolized a fresh start for Anna, far removed from her past life where her needs and wants were often overlooked.Andrew's insistence on not buying certain items like cups, and his offer to procure her preferred skincare products, underscored his attentiveness to her comfort and well-being—a kindness Anna was unaccustomed to receiving. This car
Chapter 9 After breakfast, Anna was out with Andrew, who had a crossbody bag, filled with snacks, tissues, sunscreen and other items.Mrs. Smith wanted to say something but stopped herself when Andrew glanced at her lightly. She immediately kept silent, though she sighed inwardly, thinking that her young master was going to be taken advantage of again.Today, Andrew surprised Anna by driving a red sports car.Seeing the time, the message was sent by Marie in the middle of last night, when Anna's phone was left behind in her parent’s house , so she hadn't seen it.Marie sent messages asking Anna why she hadn't returned to work and expressed concern about why Anna hadn't been answering calls or replying to messages. She also shared some fun and interesting videos with Anna. Additionally, Marie sent her a short video of her recent visit to an amusement park, showing her enjoying some rides.Even if she wasn't pregnant, she wouldn't dare to engage in such thrilling activities, let alone
Chapter 10Some comment suggest the caption photo are Mr. Luxton and Keith Clark, suggested a romance brewing between, fueling further speculation and excitement among netizens. The post by some netizens are magazine photos , they smile, making it look like they were indeed in a deep and intimate conversationAnna couldn't help but feel a strange tightness in her chest. She knew rumors on the internet could be wildly inaccurate, but seeing such a photo and reading those comments made her feel uneasy. She wondered why Mr. Luxton hadn't mentioned anything about being in a relationship, especially since she was living in his house. Wouldn't it be reasonable to expect some kind of heads-up in such a situation?As she scrolled through the sea of comments, each suggesting that an official announcement was imminent, Anna felt even more confused and isolated. The thought that she was living under the same roof with Mr. Luxton while possibly being kept in the dark about his personal life was
Chapter 11Andrew, sitting in his office, maintained his composure as Fion, his assistant, presented the situation regarding the online backlash. Despite the personal nature of the attacks on Anna, his focus remained on the broader picture, ensuring her safety and maintaining the integrity of their private life amidst public scrutiny.The decision not to retract the hot search but to manage the narrative showed Andrew's strategic approach to handling controversy. His primary concern was clear: to protect Anna from the harmful effects of online hostility.As Fion acknowledged the directive and prepared to leave, Andrew pondered over the personal toll this incident was taking on Anna. He was aware of her struggles to adapt to the unwelcome attention and the stress it caused. The realization that she was defending him online, despite the backlash, added a layer of personal responsibility for Andrew to ensure her well-being.The situation was a stark reminder of the challenges that came w
Chapter 1: Am I Pregnant?""Auntie, please. I want to buy a test for pregnancy," Anna mumbled very quiet, as if saying this in a undertone, not to attract much attention, but she didn't manage to do this though. The attendants at the store were looking questioningly at her. She really was a picture of innocence and beauty, especially her bright, clear eyes that sparkled like springs of pure water.Anna's face flushed a brilliant red with embarrassment, her hands gripping on to her pants so tightly, shy to look someone in the eyes."Beg pardon?" the clerk asked quickly, her body snapping to attention."Oh, you mean this?" The clerk reached around behind the counter and pulled out a box of pregnancy tests, handing it to Anna before looking back down at her computer.Anna glanced at it, making sure it was what she needed, and asked softly, "How much is it?""5 dollars."She fumbled in her pocket, got a 5 dollars note on the counter and then turned away. The clerk hesitated for a moment,
Chapter 2: The billionaire Mr. LuxtonWith a whole day's worth of roasted chicken to prepare, the workload was immense. Anna, working on an empty stomach, kept at it with her parents until a little past eleven.Wendy called out, "Alright, you go deliver the orders with the tricycle. Your dad and I can handle the rest."With her orders received, Anna untied her apron, washed her hands, and couldn't help but glance down at her stomach again. It was still flat, showing no sign of her pregnancy, but the overwhelming hunger pangs reminded her that the baby inside was hungry too.While her dad was loading chicken buckets onto the cart, she sneaked off to a nearby bun shop and wolfed down two meat buns right there. She dared not bring any home after being scolded by her mom last time for being wasteful and indulgent with money.After swallowing the last bite of her bun, Anna returned to their shop. Yan Jianghe gave her a look, probably catching the scent of the buns on her, but said nothing
Chapter 3: CheckupThe thought of needing her parents' signature for the surgery, as she had discovered in her secret search the night before, filled her with dread. There was no way she could let her parents find out about her pregnancy—they'd be furious.Her gaze involuntarily shifted to Andrew Luxton. Although he had rescued her that night, he surely bore some responsibility for the child, right? Anna was torn, her looks towards Andrew filled with conflict.Feeling the weight of her stare, memories of her bruised and battered condition that night flooded Andrew's mind.His tone softened considerably as he spoke, "I bear some responsibility for what happened that night. I can offer you some compensation."Anna shook her head at his offer. "I don't want compensation. Could I ask for your help instead?"Seeing her hesitation and the lengthy internal struggle, Andrew realized she was facing a dilemma she couldn't resolve on her own."Alright, it's too hot out here. Let's talk in the ca
Chapter 4: Keep the Baby …or not?As soon as Yan Anna entered the room with the dean, Andrew Luxton immediately stood up. "How did it go?" he asked, his eyes showing a mix of nervousness and anticipation.The dean, seeing the big boss's eager look, couldn't help but smile. He handed the medical report to Andrew. "I conducted two tests to confirm the pregnancy. It's still early, so we didn't perform an ultrasound. To determine the exact gestational age, Ms. Yan will need to calculate it herself."Yan Anna, with her head lowered, did a quick mental calculation. The baby must be less than a month old, considering it was about a week after her period that she and "the uncle" had... that encounter.Andrew studied the report intensely several times. Although he didn't fully understand it, the doctor's note confirmed the pregnancy. He stared at Yan Anna for a long time, his gaze eventually dropping to her stomach. His child was in there? The realization felt so surreal it left him momentaril