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Chapter 58: A Gentleman
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Betrothed To Mr Arrogant ย ย ย Chapter 59: Not A Saint
ALLYSA'S POV โIs she being serious? Ferti__โโAllysa come on, what's that?โ Lucas asked, walking up to me as I turned around to face him. โMilk.โโWhy milk? What for?โ Lucas asked, staring at the cup as I shrugged. โShe wants me to drink it I couldn't ask her why?โ I lied, walking toward the dressing table. I took my jewelries off and walked into the bathroom to wash up.By the time I walked out of the bathroom, he was already in bed, going through his laptop. โWhy do you think granny gave this to you?โ โI really don't know, but it__โโI usually got the milk when I was little but now it's you? That's not fair.โโYou're such a cry baby, we've got to wake up early in the morning, I have to go to mass.โโDon't forget to pray for me, I'll pass.โ I chuckled and drank the milk before getting into bed. I guess the relationship is much simpler and better when we act as friends and not as a couple.โSo when do you plan on us visiting your parents? We've talked about this.โโAnd I didn't gi
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-03-19Betrothed To Mr Arrogant ย ย ย Chapter 60: Getting Back
ALLYSA'S POV โA gift?โHe walked back down the stairs, taking his eyes to Benny as she walked down the stairs. โTo Mr Jackson, was written on it so I knew it was for you.โโDid you see the dispatch rider? Anything?โโNo I didn't.โ She walked up the stairs as I smiled. โStranger sending gifts to my husband, first at his office then his home, this person must be a stalker, or she knows this place.โโHow do you know it's a she?โ He asked and I scoffed. โWhat do you take me for?, A fool?โโI did not say that, I really don't know who has been sending these gifts__โ realization hit him hard as he kept shut.โThe jewelry and this, they're not the only gifts, are they?โ I asked, shaking my head. I should have known he'd hide something like that from me, why am I surprised?โOf course they are what are you even talking about, you're acting so high and mighty again and it's driving me crazy.โ I turned to look at him, not believing my ears.โIs that what you think of me? Acting so high and mi
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-03-19Betrothed To Mr Arrogant ย ย ย Chapter 61: Stalking Her
LUCAS POV As I walked into the house that evening, I could perceive the tasty aroma of something cooking up in the kitchen. I walked up the stairs and noticed that Allysa was back from work. Jumping into the bathroom, I freshened up and walked out of the bedroom, smiling at myself.The investigator had just sent me a few photos of Allysa getting into her car in front of her work place. He's stalking her really good and she won't know what hit her.โOh!โ She gasped.โWhen did you get in?โ She continued, placing the tray of food on the table as I walked over and sat down.โYou were busy so I went up, not quite long.โ I replied as she nodded.โAlright I decided to make your favorite for dinner, i asked your mom and I got to know what you love.โ I nodded, smiling.She sat next to me as Benny served us.โI've got a fashion show coming up next month, I hope you'll attend.โ I picked my fork and spoon, clicking it on the plate.โOf course, I'll definitely attend.โ I replied and got a shocked
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-03-20Betrothed To Mr Arrogant ย ย ย Chapter 62: Stalking Her 2
ALLYSA'S POV Morning came too soon for me and of course he was already dressed when I opened my eyes. โYou're up so early.โ I said, rubbing my eyes.โYeah, those files, remember?โ He asked, arranging his tie as I got out of bed. โCan I make breakfast for you? Or__โโGood morning sir, breakfast is served.โ I heard Benny scream from behind the door as I sighed.โHave a nice day and thanks for last night.โAs he walked out, I got back into bed as I was still feeling sleepy.โTwo hours later, I walked into the fashion house and met Eva and Khloe talking to a sophisticated lady. She looked like a lady in her middle age, probably early fifties.โWe're really sorry, we got the model we're really sorry.โ Khloe kept on saying till she locked eyes with me.โOh I'm glad you're here Mrs Jackson, this is Miss Charlotte, a very influential woman.โ Khloe introduced as I walked over to shake hands with her.โGood day Miss__โโJust call me Charlotte, that'd be okay.โ She said as I smiled and walked
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-03-20Betrothed To Mr Arrogant ย ย ย Chapter 63: Benched
ALLYSA'S POV โGranny how have you been, it's been a while.โ I said, placing the phone on the bed so I could move around to do other things.โGood,good my child, where's Lucas?โโI'm right here granny, I was wondering if you forgot to call us or you just got tired.โ He said and I chuckled.โYou were clamouring for space a few days back and now you miss my calls?โ She asked. I could tell she was smiling and probably sipping her Chinese tea in her favorite Chinese cup.โYou know I'd do anything to hear you talk each day.โ I rolled my eyes and shook my head. He's such a tease.โAllysa I ordered a dress for you.โ Granny said as I furrowed my brows.โA dress? Wh_why?โ I asked.โFor Lucas party, the one where you'll meet his business investors.โโOh my, thanks a bunch granny, I cannot wait to see it.โโI'm sure you'll like it, do not worry.โโA dress?โ Lucas asked, standing on his feet.โYou heard it right, I wonder why she got me a dress.โโFor the party, she already told you.โ He stressed
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-03-21Betrothed To Mr Arrogant ย ย ย Chapter 64: Cramps Acting Up
ALLYSA'S POV โCan you move those here? And I want those tables over there.โ I said, assisting in arranging the garden for the party which is going to start in two hours time. My phone rang and Ivy's name was displayed on the screen. I guess she has arrived. โHey bae what's the?โโI'm here you know, where are you?โ She asked excitement lacing her voice.โI'm right at the garden, I'll be with you shortly you can make yourself busy with Benny in the kitchen.โโOkay, can't wait to see you.โ she hung up the call as I continued with my instructions.Half an hour later, I walked into the buzzing kitchen and met Ivy sitting on a stool with a plate of fruit salad in front of her.โYour kitchen is so nice how come you've never invited me for a cooking date?โ I chuckled, picking a bottled water from the fridge.โHow long have I been married?โโLong enough to invite me over, come on it's so nice, Lucas must have put in so much effort to set this place up.โ I rolled my eyes.I felt a twitch in m
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-03-22Betrothed To Mr Arrogant ย ย ย Chapter 65: Acting Sweet
LUCAS POV My eyes locked with that of the investigator and he bowed in greeting but I wasn't at ease. โOh Mr Jackson, your wife's so beautiful, you should come over for dinner.โ Mr Allan, a business associate and his wife said before walking past us.I looked at Allysa and found her face constricting, is it really painful? I asked myself, rolling my eyes as Jack walked up to us.โAre you enjoying your night, Allysa?โ He asked and she forced a smile. โYeah of course, are you enjoying the party?โ She asked as his eyes locked with mine.โShe doesn't look fine Lucas, are you okay Allysa? You look pale.โโ I'm fine, it's nothing to worry about.โ She replied and I was grateful for that.โCan I leave the both of you for a while? I need to speak with someone.โ I walked away before they could even say jack. That investigator has to leave this instant.โOh Mr Jackson, come over here please.โ That was Mr Rogers and his extra young wife. He was known for getting married to younger ladies after
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-03-22Betrothed To Mr Arrogant ย ย ย Chapter 66: Hurt & Confusion
LUCAS POV I stood still, staring at the screen of the phone. โAren't you going to pick it? She must be waiting for your response.โโBenny leave us alone.โ I said and immediately she walked away. โWhat are you talking about? It's not even registered in my phone so how do you expect me to know whoever is calling?โโIt has been going on for almost a month if not more than a month Lucas have you tried making any efforts to stop the calls and messages?โโJust give me a clue on how to stop it then maybe I'll be able to do it, what do you think?โ I asked, turning on my heels.โYeah walk away, that's what you always do, walking,walk away.โ I didn't bother replying her, just continued on my lane and walked back into the bedroom.I dialed the number and her voice greeted me.โHi Lucas.โ I froze a little.โWhat else do you know about me?โ I asked and she chuckled.โThat shouldn't be your concern, did you receive the pendant? It has our initials, L and L, isn't it lovely?โโYou're clearly insane
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Betrothed To Mr Arrogant ย ย ย Chapter 155: Just Friends
TIJUST FRIENDS ALLYSA'S POV I walked back into the house after Max left with my mind going through several thoughts. โHey Allysa, where did you go off to?โ Ivy asked. โOh I was with Max, he left already. Said he had something to do at the office.โ I replied.โAnd you're suspecting something?โ Ivy asked as I sighed. โI can't help but feel that he's hiding something from me, something I ought to know.โโOh really? Then you should ask him, be plain.โ I nodded and walked back into the house.โCome on let's get you to bed, it's been a long night.โ I said as I carried Ariel to bed. โMummy am I gonna go to school tomorrow?โโYes baby you'll go to school okay?โThe next morning came really quickly as I got up from bed and walked to the bathroom to relieve my bladder. Walking out of the bathroom, I made my way towards Ariel's room and tickled her till she opened her eyes.โCome on mummy that's not fair, you're tickling me.โโYeah, so you can get up and go to school.โ Her eyes went saucer ro
Betrothed To Mr Arrogant ย ย ย Chapter 154: Surprise
SURPRISEALLYSA'S POV I walked out of the building, walking briskly to get to the cab stand when I bumped into someone, raising my head, I found Miss Charlotte staring back at me. โWe meet again.โ She said as I shook my head and tried walking away.โWe didn't meet again, just pretend like you didn't see me.โ I said and walked past her but she pulled me back and heldy hand tightly. โWhere do you think you're going to?โ She asked and I chuckled.โLet go of my hand this instant or you'll regret holding my hand.โโYou shouldn't have come back you know, running into you again just ruined my good mood.โ I sighed, shaking my head.โWorrying too much isn't good for your wrinkled face, try staying in your lane and stop poking your nose in other people's businesses, it's not nice.โ โHow dare you?โ She raised her hand to hit me but I held it and pushed her backwards. โYou shouldn't test your luck Charlotte, I'm not gonna sit back and watch you treat me like you did in the past, I've got my lif
Betrothed To Mr Arrogant ย ย ย Chapter 153: Suspension
TSUSPENSION ALLYSA'S POV I walked towards the doctors office and knocked on the door. โCome in.โ I heard him say as I walked in, smiling at him. โMrs Jackson, you must have heard from the nurses, she'll be discharged today.โ He said as I smiled and nodded my head.โI'm so happy doc, so so happy that she pulled through and that she's going home in a few days.โ โNot a few days, she'll be going home today, you just need to get the prescription and and then get her the drugs and she'll be fine.โโThanks doc.โ I said and walked out of the office, in search of Max. I'd left him at the entrance of the lobby but right now, I couldn't find him. โWhere could he be?โ I whispered, walking out of the building as I caught sight of Max talking to a lady.On a much closer look, I noticed the lady was Nora and this provoked me. โWhat's she doing with him?โ I asked myself, still shocked to find them standing and talking together.Nora walked away suddenly, walking towards the other side of the car
Betrothed To Mr Arrogant ย ย ย Chapter 152: New Start
NEW START ALLYSA'S POV I felt like a fulfilled woman walking out on Khloe. She had her chance with me years back but trying to amend it and make it right isn't going to change my feelings and what transpired before I left for Italy.โThanks Mr.โ I said, getting out of the cab cause these days, my brains so troubled and it really isn't a good idea to drive a car in such a time.โGood day Mrs Jackson.โ The receptionist greeted as I walked into the building, the cool air from the air conditioner dried my sweat immediately, giving me that relaxing feeling.I walked into Ariel's room and found it empty as I raised my brows. โShould be with Lucas then.โ I muttered under my breath and walked out, heading towards Lucas room.I pushed the door and walked in, immediately Ariel smiled, her smile reaching her eyes and I was glad about that.โMummy.โ She called as I walked up to her and wrapped my arms around her. โLucas.โ I called, touching his arm. โHow are you feeling?โ I asked. He woke up
Betrothed To Mr Arrogant ย ย ย Chapter 151: Not Needed
NOT NEEDED ALLYSA'S POV I watched as granny and Lucas mom prepared to transfer Lucas and Ariel to another hospital. They've already arranged for security. Just then, I noticed Nora walking towards Ariel's room with a tray containing drugs.The guards at the door stopped her and immediately I walked towards them. โWhat's going on here?โ I asked as she turned to look at me. โI was about going in to give these drugs to Ariel but he wouldn't let me in.โThat's because you're not needed here, I placed these security guards here for a purpose which this filthy hospital couldn't handle.โ I paused and swallowed.โBesides, are you on duty? Right here?โ I askedโIf I wasn't on duty, I wouldn't be standing right here in the open and trying to administer drugs to a patient, I won't do that. You should cut me some slack.โโI can take it from here, I'll give these drugs to my daughter, and you can go on and find something to do, you're not needed here.โ She scoffed and pulled the tray towards her
Betrothed To Mr Arrogant ย ย ย Chapter 150: Death Trap
DEATH TRAPALLYSA'S POV I walked into Lucas room, watching him sleep as I wondered what had happened to warrant such running around from the doctors and staff of the hospital.Just then, the door opened and a nurse walked in. " Care to tell me what happened?" I asked."I'm not in any position to tell you anything." she replied. " Can I ask the doctor I guess he has a perfect explanation for this." I muttered lowly and walked out of the room.Getting to the doctors office I knocked and walked in. "Mrs Jackson, what brings you here?" He asked." I'd like to know what happened back there. Why were the nurses running everywhere just to make sure he's alright?" I asked."I'm sorry to say this but he got a cut in the vein and we really don't know how it happened." I felt my heart beat faster, who could have done such a thing to Lucas?"I don't understand what you're trying to say, what do you mean?" I asked."I guess he has some issues with people, I really don't know who could have done i
Betrothed To Mr Arrogant ย ย ย Chapter 149: Goodnews
GOODNEWSALLYSA'S POV Ivy arrived as soon as I finished eating breakfast with a big bag slung over her shoulder and of course Jack followed suite. โGood morning Allysa, how are you doing?โ He asked as I smiled and shrugged my shoulders.โAs you can see, I'm doing really good and I'm happy about it.โ I replied playfully, patting his arm. Just then, the doctor stepped out of Ariel's room and my eyes locked with his.โGood morning doctor, can we see her now?โ I asked and he nodded, walking towards me. โYes you can but you have to go in in twos because she doesn't need to be crowded.โ He replied as I smiled and nodded.โThanks doctor, what about Lucas? How's he?โ I asked.โStill weak and recovering slowly but he's fine.โ As he walked away, I turned to find granny and Lucas mom standing close to us, their face brightened up as soon as they saw me. โThey're fine granny, they're doing okay.โ I said, going to hug her firmly as Lucas mom joined in the hug too.โWe're really happy Allysa, go
Betrothed To Mr Arrogant ย ย ย Chapter 148: Ruined Plans
RUINED PLANS NORA POVI noticed Allysa's mood turned sour the minute I said I was on duty but what do I care? I have my plans to fulfill and a huge sum of money to receive if I do it really well, I cannot afford to fail in this plan. โAre you a nurse?โ Allysa asked, walking up to me as I sighed and pulled out my ID and showed my name tag. โI'm a certified nurse,nif you doubt me we can walk__โโI have the right to decline your service on my daughter, am I right?โ She asked as my heart sank. I continued to look into her eyes, not uttering any words.What does she mean by she has the right to stop me from rendering services to her daughter? โYou should really let me do my job, that's not__โโI want you to leave, I'm not comfortable with my daughter and husband being around you, leave immediately.โ Just then, doctor Helios walked towards us and met the scene unfolding before him.โWhat's going on here?โ He asked as I sighed and put on a pity face.โMiss Allysa __โโShe doesn't want her
Betrothed To Mr Arrogant ย ย ย Chapter 147: Long Time
LONG TIMEALLYSA'S POV โMax.โ I called, trying to pull him away but granny was quick to notice something. โHe's the guy from the pictures, isn't he?โ She asked, walking closer to us. โWhat picture? Did you show them a picture of us?โ Max asked and there I remembered I didn't tell Max about the pictures.โOur pictures were sent to Lucas on two occasions, I guess they wanted to cause a rift between Lucas and I.โโThere's a rift already, didn't you say you were getting a divorce?โ He asked as I sighed.โWell granny, he was my boyfriend for a couple of weeks and then it ended, I guess I realized I couldn't keep a man despite what Lucas did, it didn't feel right.โ She smiled and held my hand. โI'll never judge you for anything concerning your relationship. You're getting a divorce very soon and it's normal to get into a relationship, it's really normal.โโYes Allysa, it's normal to be in a relationship, you'll be divorced soon. And trust me, we'll support you in whatever you choose to do.
