Anika turned over on her side as she woke up. After dinner earlier, the couple once again made love, surrounded by candle lights and flower petals specifically prepared for their special night.Waking up after their intense love, she turned on her side as Leon's strong arm still wrapped around her waist, still having steady breathing sprinkling on her neck.She couldn't go back to sleep anymore, so she looked at the object on the bedside table.It was bought for her by Leon, and it was the object she finds really novel. A small rectangular thing that lights up. Leon said it was called a smartphone. She had seen him use it multiple times and saw people hold them on the streets back at the mall. Even when walking, she could see them looking down at this small thing. It made her curious even more.Slowly, she stretched out her arm to take the object and placed it on the bed on her side, studying it carefully. She placed a finger on the screen, and it suddenly lit up. She looked over curi
"Mommy!" The sound of the little girl rang in the living room.Anika opened her arms wide to welcome her daughter, who had just gotten home.It has already been several days since they lived in the mansion. And three days ago, Leon enrolled the little girl in nursery school."How was school, sweetheart?" Anika asked her as she gently caressed her hair."Today, we learned letters! My favorite is A!" The child babbled.She continued to tell her mother the contents of her day.Anika patiently and eagerly listened. After a while, she carried little Addie upstairs to change her as they continued talking.Leon finally came home, and shortly it was time for dinner. Adelaide repeated the tales of her day to her father. With that, the table was filled with happy chatters...............................................After dinner, Anika was in Adelaide's room coaxing the child to sleep. Leon still had some work finishing up in his study.Anika watched her daughter's breathing become steady, f
The morning of the next day, after breakfast, Leon and Anika both took Adelaide to her nursery school. This was the second time Anika had come to this school. The first was when they enrolled the little girl.Little Adelaide held both of her parents' hands on hers and was skipping happily towards the school. Her class homeroom teacher was waiting by the gate to greet her pupils and their parents."Good morning, teacher!" Adelaide happily greeted.The teacher turned to her and patted her little head."Good morning, Adelaide." She greeted. She turned to Leon and Anika and also greeted them politely.Anika smiled softly at the teacher. She looked fascinatingly at her guiding and teaching her students."Goodbye, Mommy, Daddy!" Adelaide happily bid farewell. She was always excited to come to school, a great contrast to some kindergarteners who were crying and clamoring in their mother's arms.Anika's attention was caught by her daughter, and she bent down to plant a kiss on her cheeks.Leo
Arriving at the company, the employees saw their President coming in with a woman. The two of them were even holding hands.They bowed their head as they passed, and after, murmurs and whispers could be heard.It could be said that this was the first time they saw their boss with a woman. A very beautiful fairy at that.But she seemed young.The people looked at each other and sighed at their hearts. So, this was the type of their boss. Many seductive and voluptuous woman had tried to climb his pants and but didn't succeed.Maybe because what he liked was a fairy goddess all along..................................................Inside Leon's office, he arranged a chair for Anika just beside him. The desk was large and could accommodate the two of them.He let her practice writing her name on the side as he went through some work.Anika was seriously writing her name on the pad. Again and again, until her crooked letters became better.The time passed as two people worked in peace.
Anika woke up from her nap. She looked around the room and saw that she was in a bed. Where was she?She could only vaguely remember that after Leon and she did the deed, he took her to a room and came in contact with a soft bed. This pulled her immediately to sleep.She scanned the place carefully. Was she still in the office?She looked down at her clothes and saw she was wearing a long-sleeved shirt that Leon always wears. She was also clean, with not a trace of the mess they had done earlier.She spotted her dress carefully hanging at the side and decided to change. After she put on her clothes, she slowly walked out of the room. She opened the door and saw the familiar desk and office.So, she was still inside Leon's office. But it was empty, and Leon was not around.She turned to the door and hesitated for a second. She knew she should just stay here, but she wanted to find Leon.Well, just a peek...She went to the door to open it slightly. She saw that the tables outside that
The next day was the parent meeting. Anika picked her dress carefully. She remembered the dresses of the other kids' parents. She then came up with a category of formal attire, even if she was not that familiar with it that well.It might be that goddesses have great aesthetics, and she chose a beautiful dress fitting for the event. It was cream colored tweed Chanel dress.Her skin which was milkier than the dress, glowed, complementing with it. Her golden curly hair was clipped with pearls. Her rosy cheek and cherry lips highlighted her features, and she looked fairy-like.Anika smiled satisfyingly at herself in the mirror and ran out of the closet to show it to Leon.She approached the man who was working on something on his phone."Hubby!" She called as she hugged him from behind.Leon immediately put down his phone to turn around and catch her."How do I look?" Anika happily stood in front of him. She was now very comfortable with him and no longer shy. She would cling to him and
Leon led Anika and their daughter inside the room where the meeting would be held. They sat on their designated seats.Teacher Daisy approached them to take Adelaide away to be with her classmates. The kids are taken by the teacher so that the meeting can be quiet and focused.They let Adelaide come with the teacher. The innocent girl seeing her mother smile, as usual, let go of her nervous heart. She felt everything was okay, so she followed Teacher Daisy obediently."Were you scared?" Leon asked her softly. His face was still gentle, giving Anika a warm feeling.Only he knew how tight his chest was right now. When he heard that cruel woman's voice and saw his wife standing there quietly, he wanted to lash out.He wanted to be mad, but he knew he could only be mad at himself. He didn't protect her enough.But his little wife was even calmer than he was. Standing there cleverly comforting their child by herself, he realized his wife was stronger than him.Always been.Anika heard the
The next day, at Leon's office, he watched the reports of his enemies' dirty waters one by one being exposed to the public."Bunch of morons," He threw the document on his desk with a sneer. He leaned back on his chair comfortably.Well, they saved him a lot of trouble themselves. These parasites and ants around him were what kept him busy for this long, but now, thanks to their own stupidity, he didn't need to do the unnecessary troubles. They ruined their names with their own hands.He took his phone and dialed a number. With a beep, it was answered."Are the things with the Dawsons done?" He asked to the other end."Done, boss." The other reported."Good," Leon answered lightly and hung up. His eyes filled with a heinous glint, wanting to swallow all those who wanted to harm his family.His intercom beeped, and he glanced at it. With a press, he spoke."Come in,"His secretary entered to announce."Ms. Victoria Miller is here to discuss the project, Sir."Leon's brows furrowed when
Leon immediately took action. He made sure no soul would tell what happened that day at the abandoned building. With power and money, he can easily do this. He also had connections with the authorities, and it was not hard to suppress this matter from spreading out.He then cleaned up the parasites in his company and kicked them out without second thoughts.They were not only one of them, and he knew it. So, this time, he didnโt take risks and immediately tore down their faces.Then, he also used underhanded means to buy and spill the dirty waters of those who dared to prey on his family.Do they think only they could use underhanded means? He was also willing to dirty his hands just to protect his beloveds.Coercion, blackmail, and soiling their reputation, Leon did all that just to make them pay.And seeing this, anyone in the business circle feared and wouldnโt dare to plot against the Albrecht family.โฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆ.After all that happened, it left a shadow on Anik
In the following days, Anika stayed in the mansion. And these days, she noticed that Leon had become busier. He had also restricted where they would go at the moment. He said that it was best for them to stay home, aside from Adelaideโs school.Anika felt it was unnatural, but when she saw Leonโs tension, no matter how much he hid it, she chose to follow him obediently.Until her foreboding feeling actually happened.โAnika! Something happened in Adelaideโs school!โโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆ..โDonโt you dare hurt my daughter,โ Leon said in a dangerous voice. his eyes were vicious right now and if this man was in front of him, he would tear him to pieces.โToo bad you offended someone vicious. But maybe youโll meet one day. Only, as someone who is against you,โ The voice from the other side of the phone said cruelly and let off an evil laugh.With a beep, the phone was hung up.โDamn!โ Leon furiously slammed the phone in the car hood.In the current days, Leon couldnโt deny that the
The time of their departure arrived, but before that, the old Madame, who was Madame Lestrange, went to Anika to apologize.โThat time from the banquet. I apologize. I hope you spare my old face,โ The old woman said with a stiff face.She held a lukewarm expression, but deep inside, she was greatly indignant.She had reached such an age, when did she ever apologize?! But now, she could only grit her teeth and endure.Anika looked at Leon in hesitation, and seeing him nod, she turned back to the old lady.โItโs fine, Madame,โ She responded softly.Leon didnโt let Anika be awkward for long and took her away.And Madame Lestrange only watched the leaving car with cold eyes. Just wait.โฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆโฆ..Arriving home, Anika spent her days in the mansion while Leon was busy with the project. And Sera felt distressed for her.โLetโs go shopping!โ Sera invited, coming to their home early in the morning.โShopping?โ Anika asked, tilting her head.โWhat, donโt you shop?โ Sera asked
After Leon settled and calmed Anika down, he and Alexander went out again to handle the matter quickly.In his mind, he was not desperate for the bidding project. And he wouldnโt sacrifice his family just for this.Even though that old woman had high status, he would make her apologize to his family.Leon thought coldly as he made some phone calls.While Anika continued to spend time with Sera. As of now, the ladies were avoiding them like a plague, as if afraid that they would be implicated.But Sera didnโt mind. She was also not interested in hanging out with those fake and plastic, rich ladies.She preferred to be with Anika. Although she was still whispering how stupid she was but in her mind, she thought,Sheโs so stupid, who will defend her if she gets bullied?Sera sighed like an old mother. Therefore, she decided to take it to herself to watch over this stupid lady.She would reluctantly accept her as a friend like the big girl that she is. Sera thought with a pointed nose.Wi
โWhose child is this?!โโ A sharp voice sounded.Anika immediately turned to the voice and saw someone pointing to Adelaide.She hurriedly stood up and ran to her daughter.Yes, todayโs event was less formal. It was a casual banquet, so they took Adelaide with them.Currently, the ladies are having tea in the outdoor garden.Who knew they would immediately encounter a problem?โIs this your daughter? How do you teach her? She hurt my granddaughter!โ The elder woman with a luxurious fur coat said in a strict voice.She had an undeniable majesty around her. It could be seen that her identity is not trivial.Anika hurriedly kneeled to level with Adelaide and asked her.โSweetheart, what happened?โ Adelaide pouted and hugged her doll.โShe wanted to take my doll,โ The child answered softly.Anika rubbed her back and turned to the elderly lady.โItโs, itโs not my daughter's fault,โ She tried to reason out.โWhat do you mean? Your child pushed my granddaughter!โ The elderly angrily pointed.
Leon arrived at their table and saw that Alexander was already there, beside his cousin.He went to the seat next to Anika.โWere you fine while I was gone?โ Leon asked as he caressed Anikaโs hair.Anika nodded.โThe dessert is delicious,โ She answered softly.Leon smiled and gave her some fruit juice to rinse her throat.Shortly, the banquet started. The main course meals were served.At their table, the businessmen were talking about the project. Some talked about the market and investments.โJust bare it for a moment..โ They heard Alexander whisper beside them.Anika turned and saw Alexander whispering to Seraphina.โBut Iโm bored,โ Sera complained while playing with her food.Alexander could sigh helplessly.Then Sera dropped her cutleries and wiped her lips with a napkin.โIโll find Andrei, heโs more fun than you. Hmp,โ She said and stood from her seat. She fixed her skirt and happily left to find her other cousin.Leon looked gloatingly at Alexander.โDonโt look at me like that
โWho are you?โ A young but haughty voice asked.Anika turned in that direction and saw a girl wearing a pink ruffled cocktail dress. She had milky skin, jet-black hair, and her cute face was a contrast to her snobbish expression.โI know everyone assigned to this table. This is my first time seeing you,โ She squinted his eyes as she studied Anika.Anika blinked and answered hurriedly.โIโm Anika,โThe girl tilted her head and raised a brow. Anika? She thought for a while and remembered something. Anika seemed to be the name of the newlywed wife of the Albrecht family.โYouโre Mrs. Albrecht?โ She asked again.Anika nodded, looking vigilantly at the other.The girl hummed and sat in her seat, two seats away from Anika. At the moment, only the two of them were at the table.She turned to Anika, still a bit haughty.โIโm Seraphina. My cousin is friends with your husband. I didnโt go to your wedding because-โ Seraphina was stumped for a while.Why didnโt she go again? Oh, right, it seems..
โIโm going on a business trip. Do you want to come with me?โ It was days later, and Leon offered this trip. He knew everything left a shadow for Anika, and he wanted to cheer her up.It was just right timing that he had a business trip abroad, and this would be a great opportunity to take Anika and their daughter for their first overseas trip aside from the honeymoon trip.Anikaโs low mood brightened a bit when she heard they were going to other countries, and they would be riding a plane. She hadnโt experienced this before, so she looked forward in her heart.So, everything was settled. They packed up and once again took Nanny Rose with them and left the mansion in Steward Benโs care.Anika and Adelaide boarded their first plane in their life. The family rode their familyโs privately owned jet.โWeโre in the sky..โ Anika whispered mesmerizingly as she looked out of the window and saw the clouds and the land becoming small.โSky!โ Little Adie also cheered happily. Even though they fe
โMr. Albrecht, please have mercy on our daughter,โ An honest-looking but haggard couple stood outside the gate, with their backs hunched, humbly begging for Leonโs lenience.It was Estherโs parents. They had hurriedly come after hearing what had happened. They traveled overnight, therefore appearing disheveled in front of Leon. But their perseverance was not weak. Although their backs were hunched, they were tenacious, as if they wouldnโt leave until they could save their daughter.Leonโs brows furrowed as he stared at the humble parents.The couple thought Leon thought of them as a nuisance, and they immediately became flustered. Although they were ignorant townsfolks, they knew that powerful people like this man could hold the laws in their hands. No matter how much they would try to defend their daughter, this man could turn the tables to his advantage. So, they could only come and beg for mercy.โMister, it is this old coupleโs fault. We didnโt educate our daughter properly. Plea