"They're demanding something that this country cannot afford to give." Henry commented on the news on the big screen, reporting the biggest rally attended by enough people to close the whole downtown.
Two heads turned to him at once. One was Andrew who lifted one brow, and the other was Evan who just looked genuinely surprised because of his statement.They were watching the live news report in the living room in Andrew's mansion. Sitting in a row on a long plush sofa, Henry was in the middle with a safe space in- between them."What?" In turn Henry gave Andrew and Evan a look. "This is serious. We can't give up our tradition just because it's the twenty-first century.""Okay." Said Andrew nonchalantly. His eyes were back at the big screen."Half okay." Evan grinned.Henry rolled his eyes at Evan before turning them back to the big screen."I think someone powerful with strong influence is behind this." Evan voiced his o"Doctor Phillips is in there, Sire."Andrew nodded. Murmuring thanks and patting the shoulder of Evan's man as he passed him by.He left the mansion right after Lila ended the call. On the way, he briefed Henry and Evan about Lila's situation as well asking Evan to have his men to secure the area where Lila was, so that she would be free from danger immediately.Though he hated the thought of Lila in danger, he had to admit that saving her when she was conscious and could be reached by phone was a lot easier than the other time when she was kidnapped by the runaway thugs.Because at that time, searching for her was like combing the city little by little which was very slow and frustrating. Now she was fully conscious and though her voice told Andrew that she was panicking, with her scientist character she was able to explain her situation systematically.Still, he preferred she was safe and sound doing her work in her lab. Far away from l
"I'm not in the hospital." Lila opened her eyes, seeing an unfamiliar ceiling but recognized Andrew's strong manly scent at the same time."No." Said a familiar voice, agreeing. "My room."The bed sheet creased noisily followed by a sharp gasp."Why am I in your room?" Lila sat straight on the bed. "We, I should be at the hospital. Dan is, Dan, Dan…"She couldn't say the word dead as tears welled in her eyes, threatening to fall. Her heart ached for Dan and Tana.Andrew's brows lifted, seeing Lila get out of the bed a little trembling. He took the teapot on the table and poured its hot contents into a cup.Claiming the spot on the other end of the plush sofa on which Andrew was sitting, Lila wiped the tears that flew down on both sides of her cheeks."Where's Tana?" She looked Andrew in the eye. "Can we do Dan's funeral like we were his family?"Didn't know why she made that kind of request to Andrew. All she kn
Miles away from Andrew's mansion, Barry Barlow stood at the front door of a typical respectable suburb house.Usually, he never did a direct visit. But today was an exception because he was doing a personal favour for Andrew.A woman with a supermodel figure opened the door. She smiled at him like she was expecting his arrival.He recognized the woman, she was in the short video who said bullshit about Andrew harassing her, and didn't return her smile.The video was actually blurred, but Henry's incredible skill managed to make it clear. That was why he could recognize the woman at once.Though Max briefed him about the slander things, he was here for a different matter."Good afternoon." He started, handing a business card. "May I know if you live here?"Taking the card, she frowned at his question. As she learned that he was a lawyer from the card, her smile bloomed and stretched her hand. "I'm Carla. Yes, I live here.
The funeral went smoothly. It was a simple and intimate ceremony. Though no one from Lila's circle attended, she still felt familiar with Andrew's circle. Like Henry and Evan who were always there for Andrew, not to mention Max who managed everything perfectly for Andrew.Even a celebrity designer like Maggie came to show her respect. She didn't know Dan when he was alive, but knowing that he was like a family member to Lila and Andrew was enough for her.Plus, Max had informed her that the boy was an unfortunate child, whose mother sold him in exchange for narcotics, and got shot when Lila was trying to rescue him.As someone who cared about the needy and regularly gave additional help in the Caring House, she understood the depression that Lila felt. So, she would show her support to Lila as much as possible."I'm so sorry." She said, hugging Lila. "I wish I knew him before. I'd surely make him a cute suit."Lila grimaced. Her eyes were
Lila dozed off once she settled in Andrew's car. A full dynamic and energetic day without a proper meal had drained her.She slept soundly alone in the back seat while Andrew was in the passenger seat next to Henry who drove the car.The sky was dark when her eyes fluttered open. Andrew's jacket slid down from her shoulder to her lap."Finally, the sleeping beauty's snoring stops." Henry's eyes sparkling in the rearview mirror."I'm sorry, Henry. I can't hear you clearly, all I heard is beauty." Lila yawned.Andrew chuckled. Which became regular since Lila officially joined their circle. And it also wasn't a surprise anymore for Henry."Here." Andrew handed a bottle of water.Then patiently, Andrew and Henry waited while Lila drank the water. Because her satisfied expression in every gulp as downing the bottle was a sight to see."Why are we still in the car?" Lila closed the bottle lid. "Why don't you guys wake
The soft morning sunrays infiltrated the curtains in Lila's bedroom.She woke up. Satisfied because of a very good night's sleep. To be precise, because of what she had heard before falling into a deep sleep with a wide smile.Andrew's scent was easily absorbed by her breathing system. Alerting the wires in her brain to be up. Right on time so that she could anticipate the lightning strike when his hand landed on her forehead while pretending to be asleep.She was right all along. Andrew did love her. It was just his nonsense guilt that forbade him to admit his love toward her.Now that she knew his feelings, her wicked side kicked in. She didn't want to make it easy for him to get her. Nope.Turns out, they occupied a three bedrooms' suite with a huge living room and a beautiful city view. She observed as she stepped out of her room, surely after freshening herself.Hearing Andrew and Henry engrossing in a discussion, she walked
Tea and some refreshment were wheeled into the suite's living room by the hotel manager.If the manager wondered why Lila curled on the armchair, hiding her face, he kept it to himself. Instead, after serving the tea, he showed a fancy box to Andrew. "Here's the glasses you asked for earlier, Mr. Mac Miller.""Thank you, Mr. Manager." Andrew took the fancy box. He gave the manager a cordial smile before the manager bowed and left.He turned to Lila who was pretending the show on tv required her focus and attention which he was sure she couldn't see the show clearly. He knew she was still embarrassed for mistaking him with someone else an hour ago when an accident happened in the famous city landmark's sidewalk.Amused, he bit his lip. Then clearing his throat to get Lila's eyes at him. "Put these on, so you can see your face turning red clearly."Taking the box from Andrew's hand, Lila glared at his amused face. Her embarrassment was gone
Edvard sat alone inside his car. He arrived early to get a parking spot as near as possible to the research building so that he could have a good view of everyone who entered the building, hoping he could see one particular person that occupied his mind.Worry had him fail to do his everyday duty as the second prince. He was out of shape, looking nothing like a prince. So messed up, he couldn't sleep and eat properly. Like something wrong was happening in his life.After Dan's funeral the other day, Lila looked really dejected. He wanted to console her because he also felt guilty for putting her in danger, but his every move was blocked by the disturbing Andrew. His only chance to talk to her was at the end of the funeral when it was time to say goodbye.Phone calls and messages seemed on hold. So then he went to her Aunt and Uncle's house, too bad Andrew beat him again. Her uncle told him that Lila went to do volunteer work with Andrew. Which he knew was