"Andrew, I never realized you held such orthodox views on gender distinctions." Alice was brutally honest, which wavered Andrew. "I'm disappointed in myself for getting married to a man like you, who is so conservatively dyed-in-the-wool." Alice said, snorting sulkily. After venting her anger, she turned on her heels to head out, but Andrew got up fast and held her hand. "Alice, what are you talking about?" He beseeched. Alice's outburst was okay, but her last phrase jolted him. Alice shoved his hand away and said, "Why does it matter, Andrew? I mean, Which era are you living in to decide whom your sister should date, judging on his social status?" "Fine, Alice, I got your point." Andrew reluctantly accepted that he was wrong and Alice was right, which was written on his face. Alice drove further sulky. "Wow, look at you. You were all cool to get married to a random girl, but your sister can't date a good guy just because they both are on a socially different level. What a hyp
The entire family had gathered in the dining hall, prepared to dine. Mia was leisurely sipping warm water when Andrew came up to her. "Mia, I apologize for being rude earlier. It was uncalled for," he said with sincerity. "Cough, cough......." Mia coughed hard and sprinkled water on Andrew's face. The room was filled with shocked faces, all eyes fixed on Mia and then Andrew, their expressions a mix of horror and disbelief. Alice quickly got some tissues and carefully wiped Andrew's face. "It looks like you gave her quite a shock." She tried to defuse the situation, worried about Andrew's possible anger. "Even we are taken by shock." John commented. "Oh, I am sorry. I don't mean to startle you." "Marie, I am certain he is possessed by a good spirit who's forcing him to keep apologizing," John said dramatically, provoking laughter from the group. "Shut up, John..." Marie scolded John, but she couldn't suppress her laughter. "Andrew, what's brought on this sudden wave of apologie
The next morning, Alice woke up late, all dizzy after throwing up a few times at night.Andrew was already gone, and she found a glass of lemonade with a memo under it.'Crystal citrus will help, or I'm a call away.'"Awe, so sweet of him," Alice exclaimed, taking in the fresh aroma of lemon in her lime juice."The smell of lemon is truly revitalizing. After a night of sickness and keeping Andrew up, I feel completely drained. I even ended up disturbing Mia and Benjamin for no good reason."Alice was feeling blue for making Andrew awake all night while nursing her."Ahh, speaking of which, what did Mia get me in this packet?"Alice opened the side drawer and fetched the small packet Mia got her last night, asking her to use it in the morning.As she unwrapped the package, a pregnancy test kit slipped onto her lap, leaving her astonished."The pregnancy test kit?" A shy smile appeared on Alice's lips. Looking at it, she held it near her chest."Though I'm not sure, there is no harm in
Alice tried to wiggle free, but Andrew's grip on her hand tightened."Sunny, stop this. Let me go," Alice whispered into Andrew's ear, her eyes scanning the area with a broad smile."Take it easy, my love. The party hall is a no-media zone until the announcement. These high-society guests are here to have a blast, not to film us," Andrew refuted."But they have chatty mouths."Alice was nervous about the potential inquiries about her relationship with Andrew prior to the announcement. Those in showbiz can be just as eager for gossip as devoted fans."So, let them be; who cares?""I do, and I intend to honor Grandpa's wishes, so please release my hand."Alice exerted herself, but Andrew's firm hold remained unyielding."Try harder, babes..." Andrew said teasingly, looking around with a modest smile and greeting people with a slight bow of his head."Also, I will have my first dance with you."Alice heaved a resigned sigh, acknowledging that she couldn't outmatch Andrew's stubbornness o
Just as John was poised to announce the nuptials of the town's most sought-after bachelor, Andrew abruptly interjected, stealing the spotlight to make his own announcement."This occasion is dedicated to the launch of Royman Productions' upcoming masterpiece, 'The Aloof Beauty,' and the spectacular return of the goddess of beauty, Alice Cooper, who will be joined by reality show victor Daniel Fisk."Alice was taken aback by Andrew's pronouncement. This isn't the revelation she's been eagerly looking forward to."What?""What's gotten into him?"The Kingston family and Skylar were shocked, but the hall echoed with claps.Despite Andrew's announcement, delivered with a smile, his countenance remained rigid, his gaze restlessly flitting between the guests. Alice's eyes met his, filled with a cascade of questions, but he quickly looked away."A big round of applause for our incredible star cast," Andrew declared, bringing his hands together, and the guests joined in.The eminent figures f
Miscarriage? Andrew was left in disbelief. The news of her pregnancy and subsequent miscarriage hit him like a bolt from the blue, leaving him stunned. The paramedic van drove Alice to St. Laurens Hospital. Throughout, Andrew sat, tenderly holding her hand in his grasp, never leaving her side, and accompanying her to the emergency room. He reluctantly released her hand at the ER entrance, aching inside. "Where's Alice? How's she doing? Please let me know." Skylar entered abruptly and directed her question to Andrew. "Alice is inside the ER receiving treatment. Please wait here," Benjamin informed her, giving her a reassuring touch on the shoulder and guiding her to a nearby bench. A few moments later, the Kingston family entered, having been updated on the situation by Benjamin. Just as they were about to inquire about Alice, the doctor exited the ER and was immediately intercepted by Andrew and Skylar. "How's she? What's wrong with her?" Andrew asked hurriedly. "Due to extreme
"We are not part of any improper affair but piously bound by marriage. We're a married couple." "What?" "To be real?" "Married couple?" "Alice Cooper got married to Andrew Kingston." A large tumult broke out in the hall. "Is it......." While the reporter was on the verge of asking another question, Andrew motioned for him to stop talking. "A few days ago, we legalized our marriage after she experienced betrayal from Rohan Kapoor and parted ways with him." "But the party last night..." The entire media was on the edge of their seats with curiosity, but Andrew wouldn't tolerate any insubordination. "Those who intend to keep disrupting can see themselves out." Andrew said it arrogantly, making the hall quiet down. "Last night's party was meant to be a double celebration, but Alice fell ill right after the announcement of the new movie." Andrew's expression hardened as he spoke, the pain in his eyes unmistakable. "She accidentally ingested mushrooms, which she has a strong a
"Blackmail?" Alice was taken aback. "What do they have against you?"Andrew held Alice's hand between both of his hands gently and spoke with glassy eyes. "Alice, do you trust me?"Alice nodded her head, looking at Andrew's face intensely."I'm holding something of immense weight, and I'm not yet ready to unveil it. Can we leave it unspoken?" Andrew's words were gentle, imbued with deep affection.Even though Alice maintained a certain stiffness and was unwilling to let it go until she had the full story, she found herself swayed by Andrew's request once more. She was convinced he had a solid reason."Very well, I won't inquire further, but don't expect forgiveness just yet. You had your reasons, yet you could have confided in me.""It's not the concealment of our marriage that bothers me, but the lack of explanation," Alice said sternly, turning her back to him once more.Andrew let out a gentle sigh, a faint smile gracing his lips. "She doesn't know how to get angry or throw a tantru