Leah and Adrian's footsteps echoed down the deserted hospital hallway. After hearing the news about Mindy's accident, they rushed there. Since they left the apartment Leah barely speaking a word, she was so shocked that she couldn't think straight. Her mind was busy blaming herself, she was sure that Mindy's accident was related to Mindy's testimony in the court earlier.
"Leah, over there," said Adrian pointing to the intensive care room with his chin. Two policemen were seen talking not far from them. Leah stared at the glasses that covered the room where Mindy lied unconscious, her body shaking violently, "Mindy, I'm so sorry..." Leah groaned while sobbing.Behind her, Adrian was busy talking to the police and asking for details. Police said Mindy's body was found covered in blood right on the street under her apartment window. Mindy was lucky to be able to survive because she had a fatal head injury."Have you checked the surveillance camera"Jerome knew you would never sue Jessica, that's why he told Jessica to do such a heinous thing," Adrian let out what was on his mind. Leah closed her eyes, everything felt like a nightmare to her."Jerome can easily send other people like when he harmed me in the past, he did this on purpose to provoke me! He wants to worsen my relationship with Jessica! And what I don't understand is why Jessica is so obedient to what Jerome said..." said Leah hopeless. Next to her Adrian continues to try to control Leah's emotions, Adrian was afraid that Leah will do things that will endanger her life."You have to clear your head, Leah, that way we can plan well," Adrian said, no anger in his voice. He has always been patient and steadfast in dealing with Leah's ups and downs since the tragic incident that happened to Mindy.Leah nodded, her eyes still closed, she promised herself that she would deal with all her problems in a better way.*****
"I never knew that Adrian and Venetia had a special relationship," Mia muttered, at that time she and Leah were standing side by side, while Adrian, Charlie, Vivian, and Venetia were playing golf together. Leah and Mia chose to pull out because their golf skills were just as bad.Leah just smiled, "So how do you guys know Venetia? I'm a little confused, you seem to know Venetia well, but you don't know that Adrian and Venetia already know each other," Leah moved her legs that felt a little sore."We got to know Venetia about three years ago. Back then..." Mia cleared her throat softly before continuing."Back then Mom and Dad were experiencing quite serious marriage problems, long story short, my mom's friend recommended Venetia as a famous hypnotherapist who might be able to help their marriage problems. It turned out that she is an expert in that field,""At that time Adrian was rarely at home, as I have told you before, Adrian was severely trau
"Leah, are you ready?"Adrian peeked through the bedroom door. Leah nodded slowly, she got up from her seat and walked over to Adrian, towards the library which was transformed into Venetia's hypnotherapy practice room."Are you sure you want to do this, I mean are you comfortable?" asked Adrian with a worried face. He knew, after all, Venetia was his ex-girlfriend, he was afraid that Leah would feel uncomfortable if she had to do therapy with Venetia. Leah smiled a little, "It doesn't matter, I know she is a professional," said Leah, trying hard to relax.The door to the library was wide opened, Venetia seemed to be getting ready with her patient chair, she looked different with the glasses that framed her face. She turned her head as Adrian and Leah emerged from the doorway."Hi! Come on in! Everything is ready, how are you Leah?" greeted Venetia, a little too friendly, which made Leah feel more uncomfortable."Fine," Leah replied,
"Leah, wait!" Charlie ran towards Leah who was already outside his office. "Yes, Charlie?" Leah stopped running, gasping for air. "Take my car, and here's my credit card, you might not make it back to your room, don't worry I'll tell Adrian later. I know you want to be alone, but you know where to call if something happens," Charlie handed her the car keys. and a black credit card. Leah accepted it hesitantly."Thanks, Charlie," Leah whispered, touched by Adrian's father's kindness. Charlie nodded, then told Leah to hurry. Leah ran as fast as she could into the yard, Charlie said the car was parked right in front of the entrance. Leah got in the car, started the engine hastily, then stomped on the gas pedal and sped away from Bethesda. She knew the trip to New York would not be a short time, but she would try to get there as soon as possible. Since Leah didn't want to go by plane, she suspected Jerome had spies there.She counted to herself, wondering at wh
"One, Luke knows Suzy and me quite well. Two, I don't have anyone else I can turn to for help. I wanted to ask for your help but you've come here with me once, they already know your face!""Trust me Ad, this has nothing to do with what happened at your house, Luke is just helping me.""If you'd like to help, could you get in the car and hide your face, that might be easily recognizable," Leah mumbled wearily.Adrian's facial expression seemed to change slightly, not as tense as before. "Okay, if you guys finished with your talk, I'll be out," Luke said, glancing briefly at Adrian. Leah nodded, "Okay Luke, please be careful, I owe you forever..." Leah said sincerely. Luke smiled wryly, "No problem!" he said then hurriedly opened the car door and jumped down. Soon Adrian took his place, sitting next to Leah.Leah watched Luke as he started walking toward the hospital building, silently praying that her plans would go well. Beside Leah, Adrian
"Jerome destroyed all the evidence I had, he also threatened to harm my family if I revealed everything I know about the Kings. One thing is for sure, Jerome has a very high connection, he is even protected by an important person in the government. If you want to live I suggest you go far away, just disappear from him...""Leah, I know you're thinking about me, but really, I don't regret what happened to me at all. I'm glad you've recovered, although your memory hasn't fully returned. And about Jessica, you already knew everything before the accident took your memory. I'm so sad for you, I know you think much about Jessica, but as far as I know, Jessica has melted too deeply with Jerome, just let her go, you might just have to lose her ...""Again, don't mind me. I'm enjoying my life as a nun and maybe this is God's way for me. I'm quite happy here, I hope you can find your happiness too. Best regards, your best friend, Suzy."Leah's shoulders
Without making any sound, Leah walked hurriedly to Jessica, who was busy picking bread and putting it in the basket. Her hand grabbed Jessica's wrist and pulled her until Jessica almost fell."What the fuck! Who the hell are you!" Jessica cursed angrily, she tried to let go of her hand, but Leah was not at all intended in letting go.She took off her glasses, her eyes stabbed at Jessica with anger. Jessica's eyes widened for a moment, but she soon regained her confidence and returned with a stony face."You can't do anything to me, there are a lot of bodyguards out there watching over me," Jessica showed off, the look in her eyes was different from the look that Leah used to know."Are you proud of what you do?" Leah hissed, her hand gripping Jessica's wrist tighter, making Jessica wince in pain. Jessica didn't answer, she was busy taking her cell phone from her pocket, but Leah swiftly managed to take the cellphone and put it in her jeans pocket.
"Are you sure you're okay?" asked Adrian for the umpteenth time. Leah nodded firmly, "I'm fine. Shall we?" she forced. Adrian gave up, he had promised Leah to fully support her plan. "Okay, Let's go, just walk slowly okay, I'll hold you," Adrian bent down to help Leah up."I'm fine Ad, I can stand on my own..." Leah mumbled with a little smile on her face. Adrian nodded his head, but still didn't want to take his hand off Leah's arm. They walked hand in hand to the hospital lobby where Adrian parked his car in the VIP parking area.Leah looked around, several men in black suits scattered around her. "Are they your people?" squeaked Leah, somewhat panicked, she thought that they were Jerome's people. Adrian shrugged "I won't let other people hurt you a second time, I brought them, just in case Jerome's people are after us. Come on in," Adrian opened the door in the passenger seat for Leah, Leah carefully got into it.Adrian was driving a car thr