31.When they got to the hospital, she made him step down and took him in. The doctors came to meet them and after exchanging pleasantries, Annabel went straight to the point."I think he hurt his arm. Please, look at it for me." She requested.The doctor smiled. "Follow us, Mr. D. Ville," she said and Roland hesitated but when Annabel threw a glare his way, he had no choice but to do as told."I heard what happened and I'm sorry about that," The doctor said as she attended to him. Roland said nothing. All he knew was that he was going to put that person behind bars for a very long time. "Your hand is pretty swollen. Why didn't you come earlier, sir?" She questioned.Roland ran his hands through his hair. How is he going to tell her that, he was so worried about a particular person that at that moment, his own safety didn't matter to him. All he wanted was to save her, rescue her and make sure she was alive at all cost. He didn't bother about himself, he was ready to get hurt protectin

33.“Mum, I don't really think this is the right time to—”“Hey!” She interrupted him. “I want to know who she is. Imagine a person you call your life? She doesn't look like someone from an influential family.” His mother complained.“Must the person be from an influential family? I don't think we should look at their wealth or what they have. I want us to look at the mindset they're bringing here. Most of them might act like they love me but they don't.” He explained to her, hoping she would understand him.“Is that why you called a low class lady your life? What were you trying to prove?” She asked.“Look mum, I'd be happy if we don't continue this conversation any longer. ” He stood up and tried to leave but she stopped him.“Emma, Michelle and Noel would love to meet you.” She said and he groaned in frustration.“Another blind date?” He was exasperated.“Yes. I want you to see girls that are way better than that sly fellow. Look at their skin, very fresh, flawless and good looking.

35.“Welcome to my relaxation center.” He walked into the place.It was so beautiful that Annabel forgot her hate for him and quickly followed him into the place. It looked like a mini apartment. There was television, a couch and…“Wow!” She exclaimed and rushed to where the ice cream maker stood. “You take ice cream?” She asked.“Sometimes but it wasn't my idea to put that there though. It was all Ashton's idea, he's the glutton.” Roland said and took off his shirt.Annabel had her back turned to him as she admired the ice cream maker. “I've been meaning to ask though. I haven't been seeing Ashton for a while.” She said.“Yes, he went on a business trip in my stead.” He answered and she nodded her head affirmatively.“Can I make ice cream for myself?” She asked.“Feel free.” He opened his wardrobe and started glancing through the list of clothes he had.Annabel didn't even bother about him. All she wanted was for the ice cream to come out well, so she could take it. When it was done,

37.“What's going on here?” Roland asked because he was hell confused about what was going on. When did Annabel give birth to a child? When he was interviewing her, she told him she wasn't married so what was the meaning of all these now?Annabel cleared her throat and started walking away, but Olivia, who recognized Roland, left her and rushed to him.“Mister!” She exclaimed and hugged him. Roland carried her up in his arms and used that opportunity to come to Annabel.“We need to talk.” He said to her.“We have nothing to talk about.” She answered, her tone firm.Roland turned to face Noel, who was glaring at him for speaking nicely with a lady that embarrassed her.“We'll continue this later. Right now I need to attend to something important.” He said and she sighed.“You!” She pointed her index finger at Annabel and walked out if the place angrily.After her departure, Roland gestured to a chair. “Please sit and let's talk ” He requested.Annabel sighed and sat down. “Mummy, this

39.“Are you for real right now?” Roland asked. He couldn't contain his joy.“Yes. You know when I said I got his address and wanted to look for ways to get him?” He asked and Roland hummed. “Turns out he doesn't stay there often. I did more research on him and asked around the neighborhood though it was pretty hard since I wasn't fluent at Chinese, but it was worth it. I just received a message that he opened another hotel here and that's why he hadn't been stable. The launching of the hotel is coming soon, and I'll be right there to speak with him.” Ashton was excited.Roland sighed in relief. “Thanks, Ashton. Do call me and inform me about the latest development, okay?” He requested.“Sure, I will.” He hung up.“Yes!” Roland exclaimed. This was the perfect opportunity for him to realize whether he was being crazy or not. He needed to see that girl and get over his guilt. What he did was still fresh in his head and he wished she would forgive him for it.His secretary rushed in immed