Semua Bab The Billionaire's Royal Bargain : Bab 21 - Bab 27

Vanessa gradually opened her eyes, taking in her surroundings in a dazed manner. Edward was seated beside her on the couch, softly running his hand through her hair as she lay there."Hey, are you alright?" he inquired, his tone gentle and worried.Vanessa nodded. "I believe that is the case. Can you tell me what occurred?""You passed out. Alex walked in and saw us together. Was that the reason..."Vanessa's eyes grew larger as she recalled the situation. "Not at all. I don't know, I just lost myself for a moment."Edward had a look on his face but it changed within a second..Vanessa rose to a sitting position, scanning the room. Alex sat in a chair with composure. Although his eyes said other things."Hello," he greeted.Edward pulled Vanessa to a corner before she could even reply. She had a confused look in her eyes and he could tell it was because of Alex."I let him here because of you." He clarified."But why?" "You need to hear his own side. He has something to say to you."

"Can we just leave and go back home?" Vanessa murmured to Edward, her words barely heard above the music.Edward gave a nod while keeping his gaze fixed on her. "Of course," he replied, speaking in a deep and rough voice.Edward helped Vanessa through the crowd, placing a gentle hand on her small back as they made their way through the crowd of people.After they exited, Edward held the door to his Mercedes open so Vanessa could get in. The ride was quiet with only the sound of the breeze entering the room.At last, Vanessa spoke, her voice barely audible. "Why are you treating me so kindly?" she inquired, keeping her gaze on Edward's face.Edward's face became gentler, his gaze showing a strong and lasting bond. "I am not showing kindness, Vanessa," he spoke with a low and husky voice. "I'm simply telling the truth. I care about you Vanessa."Vanessa narrowed her eyes, her mind filled with racing questions. "Why are you concerned about me?" she inquired, her voice tinged with doubt.

The room grew quiet, heavy with the burden of unexpressed thoughts. Edward's statement lingered in the atmosphere, his genuine intentions evident. Vanessa's eyes, still shimmering with unshed tears, scanned the room, as if seeking a way to escape the intense moment."Edward, I..." she started, speaking barely louder than a whisper. She gulped nervously, playing with the hem of her blouse. "I have a lot of things to share with you, but I'm..." I'm afraid.Edward leaned in, his forehead filled with worry. "What are you afraid of, Vanessa?"Vanessa's lips were touched by a wry smile. "I don't know Edward, I really shouldn't say it."Edward felt the sting of the words, but he brushed off his pain. "What do you mean?"Vanessa, paced back and forth, the sound of her feet tapping was the only sound interrupting the silence."I came here with an objective in mind, Edward. A purpose that extends further... further than whatever this connection is between us." She made a vague gesture towards t

Upon entering the room, they were surrounded by the familiar smell of leather and old books. Edward went over to the tiny bar in the corner and poured three glasses of amber liquid. The sound of glass hitting glass interrupted the thick quietude.Alphonsus plopped himself into the leather chair. He tapped his foot carefully on the carpet.Vanessa sat opposite to Edward her hand gently clasped in her lap. The room was filled with nothing but the continuous sound of Alphonsus's foot tapping gently against the carpet for what felt like forever. In the end, Edward's voice broke the quiet, sounding deep and hoarse with feeling.He started talking about what Alex had done, but stopped to take a deep breath. "It dates back further than you may realize, Vanessa."Vanessa leaned in, her gaze locked on Edward's face. She softly asked, "Inform me."Edward's stare appeared to be fixed on something outside of the room, reminiscing a past that continued to disturb him. "At one point, we were all fr