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51. The File
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Don’t Beg for Love 51. The File
Andrew stared at me.Then his gaze raked over my appearance from head to toe, his eyes glinting with amusement.I grabbed the shawl over my shoulders. As if that would conceal my nightcloth.“I am happy that you honored my invitation.” Mason only glanced between us, smiling warmly.As though, the tension inside the room was non-existent.He gestured towards the couch across from the chair he sat in.The only couch in the study room. “Please seat.”My eyes fell on the small couch. I swallowed, releasing my clenched fists.Then I sat, shifting close to the end of the couch. Andrew sat on the other end, yet, his scent drifted all the way from that distance, straightly hitting my senses.My stomach curled.The familiar scent threatened to send back waves of memories that I instantly shut down, keeping my composure.I focused my attention on Mason instead. “Is everything alright?”Mason only shook his head, still smiling. “I hoped you would come, and you did. It means I can trust you.”H
Don’t Beg for Love 50. White Pajamas
I smiled faintly.Likely story.Of course, the only way he could drag the poor old woman here was if he painted himself as the victim. “Grandma, I don't regret helping you. But I regret marrying Aiden…”Then I narrated everything to her.The old woman listened without interrupting. Even when I was done, she remained silent for a while.Then she breathed heavily. “The first day I saw that girl, I knew she would lead my grandson astray someday.”“Cassandra, right?” She shook her head. “Aiden told me she had no one. He insisted on helping her. I disagreed because her innocence seemed fake and unsettled me. Then he asked to marry her. Luckily, I met you at that time, Dear.”“But unfortunately…” She sighed. “My decision caused you so much pain. Forgive me for my silly decision, Dear.”“It’s not your fault, Grandma.”The fault was actually mine.Thinking love could be earned through suffering was the illusion I’d lived in for many years.“You have a better life now, Dear.” She smiled throu
Don’t Beg for Love 49. Saved Her
Silence descended.Everyone stared at each other, including Grandpa who appeared lost at what to say.Then Mom chipped in. “Annalise is full of surprises. Ever since she came back to us, great things keep happening.”But the memories were crystal clear.The night they found me ten years ago… at the hospital.Those devastating days they kept me locked up in the mansion.The memories flooded back with a wave of heavy emotions that had me instinctively dropping my spoon.I pushed my chair back and stood up.“Annalise.”“Anna.”“Come back here!”I didn't turn around.Didn't let their words stop me.I was almost out of the garden area, far from the noise and the dark memories when three people appeared in front of me.The security man at the gates, Aiden, and an old woman.They were heading in the direction of the garden.I stopped walking.“Young Miss.” The security man strode forward and explained, “This young man and old lady are here to meet you. They claim to be close with you, and th
Don’t Beg for Love 48. Anna’s Story
“Besides, there's really nothing going on between Cassandra and me…” He went on. “Cassie was very young when we first met. She was struggling and had no one to help her. She's like a little sister to me.”Then he sighed, holding my hands tighter when I struggled to break free. “I admit we fell in love, but every romantic relationship between Cassie and me ended the day you and I got married. I only had to step in and help her sometimes because she has nobody.”Every romantic relationship…I shook my head, forcefully extricating my hands from his. “Mr. Harrison, if you don't let go, I will sue you for harassment.”A momentary shock flashed in his eyes.Followed by a confused look. “Annalise, why are you being stubborn?”I snatched my hands and grabbed my phone.But before I dialed the security, Aiden rose to his feet, his face twisting from shock to devastation. “If that's your wish, I’ll leave you for now. But I won't give up Anna. I won't give up until the day you finally agree to gi
Don’t Beg for Love 47. Another Chance
“One month, Ms. Sterling!?”When we returned to my office, Linda finally spoke as if she'd been holding in the exclamation.Quickly composing herself, she dropped a document folder in front of me, her fingers slightly shaking. “I’m sorry, Ms. Sterling. It isn't that I don't believe in you. But one month— even small businesses don't become successful within one month. And most companies that ever managed to expand globally took decades to achieve that.”I quirked a brow. “Well, you said you believed in me, but your words…”“I didn't mean it that way.” She sighed. “All I wanted to say is you can't allow the board of directors’ criticism to get through to you. Taking up this heavy task is risky and dangerous.”A soft laughter escaped me.I shook my head then opened the document folder.“This…?”“It is the information you asked me to gather before you traveled to Geneva,” Linda explained. “About the conflict between the HR Manager and the Finance Department Manager.”She went on as I fli
Don’t Beg for Love 46. The Global Expansion
At Sterling Empire.With several calls from Linda, I went straight to the airport after Aurelia’s birthday party.And the moment the plane landed, I headed to the company.“Welcome back, Ms. Sterling!”“Trust you had a great time at the forum!”While I walked to the conference room, the employees greeted concurrently.Their whispers as well didn't miss my ears.“Hey, I heard something happened with Ms. Sterling during the global economic forum.”“Is it about Mason Reed or Andrew Hale?”“Shush! She can hear us.” “Ms. Sterling!” Linda hurried up to me, her eyes wide with both relief and anxiousness. “The board of directors is waiting. Everyone is here.”I nodded, then followed her inside.The meeting room appeared so lively that no one noticed me when we stepped in.“I honestly don't have any faith in her.” “Everyone knows the Hale Group’s influence. In my opinion, holding this meeting is pointless because this company’s fate has already been decided.”“Exactly. How can we leave our f
Don’t Beg for Love 12. The Envelope
I returned to my office, Helen’s screams fading in the distance.Sitting down, I slightly rubbed my forehead.“Ms. Sterling.” Linda soon joined me, and the hesitant look in her eyes was enough sign that she had more news.“What’s the matter?”“Actually, another visitor came earlier.” She brought an
Don’t Beg for Love 8. The Summit
A few hours later.The chaos of the day had finally died down. Inside the CEO’s office, I stood by the floor-to-ceiling window, my eyes fixed on the bustling city below as I let the silence sink in.Time drifted by…Then my phone rang, a strange number displayed on the screen.I waited until it ra
Don’t Beg for Love 5. The Place I Swore to Leave
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
Don’t Beg for Love 4. Designer X Has Returned
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
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