تسجيل الدخولShe pushed me aside and jolted up, blood draining from her face as if a startling realization had suddenly dawned on her. I watched her touch her stomach. Then she shot to her feet, giving me a frightful look. What now…Don’t tell me.I could very much guess why she was having this kind of reaction all of a sudden. Just when we were in the middle of something important. Then I expected her to speak her reason and tell me the words I dreaded to hear. But nothing. She didn’t even look at me as she reached for her handbag, grabbed her phone and started fiddling with it. Quietly, I watched her, my confusion growing with each second that passed by. She appeared to be researching something in the internet, and I couldn’t help but sneak a peak at whatever she was doing.Seeing the screen, I blinked. Seriously?From the looks of it, her period didn’t come. In fact, she was researching something different. Whether she was going to fall pregnant from just that one-time last night. Then
Even after our plane landed, the new reality still felt like a dream.For the first few minutes after we stepped off the plane, I found myself glancing at Annalise just to make sure she was really there.The flight’s medical crew had managed to revive Linda, but the poor lady still looked as though she might faint again at any moment. Her face was pale, and she kept taking deep breaths while Annalise stayed close to her.By the time we stepped outside the airport, the place was buzzing with activity.Passengers hurried past us with their luggage, airport staff moved between vehicles, and drivers stood near the entrance holding signs and calling out names. The sound of rolling suitcases mixed with car horns, conversations, and the occasional announcement coming from inside the terminal.My gaze swept through the crowd until I spotted my car.It was waiting a short distance away, my driver standing beside it. Jonas was already there too, and the moment he saw me, he came forward to coll
Finally, she had stopped resisting it. And finally, the memories I’d been trying so hard to remember vividly broke like a dam and flooded back at once.Ten years ago, that night was unforgettable. The night we finally decided to break the final boundaries.It was the night after her graduation party, and she’d looked breathtaking in that blue evening gown.That night, she’d been giddy and I’d been anxious. Because, it was both our first time. And that night was nothing like tonight. She’d been shy and reserved, almost letting me do all the intimacy work. But tonight was different.It was far more intense and adventurous. And compared to the innocence of our first night, tonight was filled with passion and the recognition of the sparks which never died.In the wee hours of the morning, she slept soundly in my arms, wearing nothing but the light comforter conceding us both.My fingers gently stroked her bare back, my gaze never leaving her peaceful face, her closed eyes, her long las
Andrew’s POVShe looked beautiful.No.It was an understatement.Under the colorful lights, sitting in the middle of the cheerful kids… her laughter was contagious. So did the happiness surrounding her.A while ago, she’d appeared as if she would explode on the spot. Now, though, she looked like she’d got worries in this world.That was both interesting and unsettling. Because, from all indications, the Annalise I’d know many years ago never died.That cheerful young girl who would smile at every stranger was still present inside the composed and serious woman she’d become.Unfortunately,Her happy and cheerful side were only reserved to others now. Not to me… not anymore.Leaning by a stone pillar, my arms crossed over my chest, my gaze remained fixed on her from a distance.Minutes passed by.And the minutes turned into an hour.Lost inside the thoughts swirling inside my mind, I never felt the exhaustion of standing for so long. And the same question kept on resonating again and a
My shock instantly turned to irritation.He followed me.Again!The embarrassment of what I'd done came rushing back at the same time, making my frustration even worse.Of all places, why did he have to appear here?I had traveled all the way to India specifically because I needed some distance from him. And yet, somehow, he was standing right in front of me.Again.I couldn't keep my calm and the minister noticed my reaction immediatelyHe asked, “Are you alright, Ms. Sterling? Do you know Mr. Hale?”“She’s my wife.”Before I could respond, Andrew answered.My eyes widened, and my irritation grew so much that I had to clench my fists to reign in my rage.“Y-Your wife?” The minister looked astounded.Then a look of realization slowly crossed his face and he shook his head with a smile, glancing between the two of us.“I see.” He looked at me, chuckling. “Is Mr. Hale being too protective? I completely understand. Because, even I can't bear to let my dear wife travel alone.”I didn't kn
The moment we stepped out of the airport, the warmth of India wrapped around me.Delhi felt different from the cities I was used to visiting.The air was warm and slightly humid, carrying a mixture of unfamiliar scents; spices from nearby food stalls, fuel from the busy roads, and the faint fragrance of flowers sold by vendors outside the terminal.The airport itself was crowded, with travelers moving in every direction, luggage carts rolling past, and drivers standing near the arrival area holding signs for their guests.Beside me, Linda looked just as confused as she had before we boarded the flight. She had been unusually quiet throughout the journey. And I could practically see the questions in her eyes.Why had we suddenly flown to India?Why had I told her to pack without giving her a proper explanation?And most importantly, what exactly were we doing here?I pretended not to notice. Then I spotted someone holding a banner with my name printed boldly across it.[Ms. Annalise St
I only glanced at the device once then went about my morning routine.After I was done, I picked up my phone to find several messages piled up.[Annalise, where are you? Why aren't you answering my calls?][Where did you sleep last night, Annalise?][What is going on between you and Alexander Sterl
My fingers instinctively tightened around the phone, hearing Tania’s words.I didn't hear her wrong, did I?“I checked your marriage certificate, Anna. It was fake!” Tania groaned. “Don’t tell me the scumbag tricked you!”Tricked me…Aiden himself asked me to marry him.Three years ago, he’d knocke
Cassandra pointed at me, her soft voice echoing in the hallway. That was when Aiden peeled his gaze from her, and the tender look on his face was instantly gone.But instead of appearing confused, only fear and frustration flashed in his eyes.He quickly let go of Cassandra, While Cassandra tremb
The next day, I discharged myself from the hospital.Standing across the bustling street outside the hospital’s skyscraper, my eyes squinted at the burning sun.For thirty minutes, not a single taxi stopped.Then, suddenly, a convoy of black luxury cars swept onto the street, instantly drawing ever







