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Chapter 33

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“Mom, have you had lunch yet?” Anna asked when she saw Matilda sitting on the living room sofa.

“I have. Where have you been?” Matilda replied, turning toward her with a faint frown.

“I’m sorry, Mom. I had an appointment with someone earlier,” Anna said gently. “I’m sorry for leaving you alone at home.”

Matilda put on a deliberately annoyed expression. Anna immediately sat beside her and slipped her arm around Matilda’s, leaning in affectionately.

“Mom…” she murmured.

“Hmph,” Matilda huffed. “As an apology, you’re coming with me to an event tomorrow.”

Anna knew better than to argue. She nodded obediently. “Alright, Mom.”

“Then we need to go to a boutique to buy you a dress,” Matilda continued.

Once again, Anna could only agree.

“I’m going to change first. Wait for me here,” Matilda said.

“Yes, Mom.”

Matilda headed to her room with visible enthusiasm. Anna, on the other hand, stayed in the same clothes—too lazy to bother changing. She waited on the sofa until several minutes later, wh
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  • Too Late to Claim Me Again    Chapter 33

    “Mom, have you had lunch yet?” Anna asked when she saw Matilda sitting on the living room sofa.“I have. Where have you been?” Matilda replied, turning toward her with a faint frown.“I’m sorry, Mom. I had an appointment with someone earlier,” Anna said gently. “I’m sorry for leaving you alone at home.”Matilda put on a deliberately annoyed expression. Anna immediately sat beside her and slipped her arm around Matilda’s, leaning in affectionately.“Mom…” she murmured.“Hmph,” Matilda huffed. “As an apology, you’re coming with me to an event tomorrow.”Anna knew better than to argue. She nodded obediently. “Alright, Mom.”“Then we need to go to a boutique to buy you a dress,” Matilda continued.Once again, Anna could only agree. “I’m going to change first. Wait for me here,” Matilda said.“Yes, Mom.”Matilda headed to her room with visible enthusiasm. Anna, on the other hand, stayed in the same clothes—too lazy to bother changing. She waited on the sofa until several minutes later, wh

  • Too Late to Claim Me Again    Chapter 32

    As Anna stepped out of the guest room, her phone began to ring. She halted mid-step and answered at once. Liam’s name glowed on the screen.“Hello? What’s wrong, Liam?” she asked softly.“Has Mom arrived?” Liam’s voice sounded even, but Anna could hear the concern beneath it.“Yes. She just got here. I told her to rest first,” Anna replied.“Hm… okay.”There was a brief pause. “Is there something else you wanted to say?” Anna asked.“I’ll be coming home late tonight. Could you stay with Mom?”“Of course,” Anna answered without hesitation.“And… help talk to her,” Liam added. “You understand what I mean, right?”“I do. Don’t worry. Just focus on your work,” she said gently.“Thank you, Anna.”This time, his voice carried a warmth that made a faint smile curve Anna’s lips.When the call ended, she lowered her phone and resumed walking toward her room.She hadn’t even reached it when another notification stopped her in her tracks. An email had just come in—an update from Seraphin Hospita

  • Too Late to Claim Me Again    Chapter 31

    “El, help me find a job,” Anna said as she called Elena. The moment the line connected, she dropped back onto her bed, staring up at the ceiling with an empty, distant gaze.“Are you short on money?” Elena asked.“No, Elena. I’m just bored staying at home,” Anna answered honestly. “Help me out, will you?”“I heard yesterday that Seraphim Hospital is opening new positions. You should try applying there.”“Seraphim?” Anna pushed herself up slightly. “Isn’t that owned by the Alonzo Group?”“Yes, it is. Why?”Anna fell silent. Something stirred in her mind, tightening her chest.“Are you still scared because of what happened at the club back then?” Elena asked, her voice calm but pressing. “Come on, we’ve been fine all this time. And besides, even if the hospital belongs to the Alonzo Group, the chances of you running into Liam are really small.”Anna bit her lower lip. She wanted to be honest—to tell Elena everything—but she knew the truth would completely shock her best friend.She let

  • Too Late to Claim Me Again    Chapter 30

    “When did you learn to be a barista?” Liam asked, his gaze fixed on the heart-shaped foam art floating atop the coffee Anna had made.“Back in college. I’ve always liked coffee,” Anna replied lightly.“And what else do you like?”Liam’s question made Anna set down the fork she had been holding.“Why are you suddenly so curious about my life?” she teased, resting her chin on her hand. “Aren’t you afraid you might fall in love with me?”“Are you trying to flirt with me, Anna?” Liam’s gaze sharpened, studying her as though he could see straight through her thoughts.“N-no! I wouldn’t dare,” Anna blurted out, catching the warning edge in his tone. “I was just joking.”“Then why do you look afraid of me?”Anna swallowed hard. Her throat felt dry, her tongue frozen in place. There was no way she could tell him the truth.How could I not be afraid of a man known as the Devil King?That morning, she had even prepared breakfast just to make sure Liam wouldn’t be upset. Anna knew all too well

  • Too Late to Claim Me Again    Chapter 29

    Anna stepped out of the bedroom and wandered through the house, her steps restless as she searched for Liam. Since yesterday’s incident, she hadn’t seen him even once. His absence—made worse by the way he had left without a single word—left her heart in constant turmoil.“Is there anything I can help you with, ma’am?” Wira asked when he noticed Anna looking unsettled, as if she were searching for something.“Where is Liam?” Anna asked without preamble.“The master left yesterday with Mr. Kenzo and hasn’t returned yet, ma’am,” Wira answered honestly.At that, Anna unconsciously twisted the hem of her sleeve. Her chest tightened. She kept thinking, searching for a way to ease Liam’s anger. After a moment, she finally turned toward the kitchen.“Ma’am, what brings you to the kitchen so early?” Maria asked anxiously when she saw Anna enter, clearly flustered since breakfast wasn’t ready yet. “Are you planning to eat now?”“I’ll prepare it myself,” Anna said calmly, but firmly.“But, ma’am

  • Too Late to Claim Me Again    Chapter 28

    “Ouch!” Anna whimpered, making Liam immediately pull away from her lips.“What’s wrong?” Liam asked when he saw her clutching her stomach.“I got my period,” Anna replied softly, embarrassment clear in her voice.Liam flicked her forehead without hesitation. “You’re on your period and you still drank alcohol?” he scolded, making Anna shrink even further.Without waiting for an answer, Liam scooped her up and laid her gently on the bed.“Have you eaten?” he asked.Anna simply shook her head.Liam’s expression hardened at once, clearly displeased. Anna instinctively lowered her gaze.“Stay here. I’ll prepare something for you,” Liam said before turning away.Anna watched his retreating back, her emotions tangled and hard to name.“Prepare some food and bring it to the bedroom,” Liam ordered Maria as he passed her.“Yes, Sir.”“Make sure Madam eats,” he added firmly before heading into the kitchen.“Yes, Sir,” Maria replied obediently.The maids exchanged looks when they saw Liam—usually

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