Semua Bab I Lost Everything and Became My Husband's Thrall: Bab 41 - Bab 50

Chapter 41My body went tense.I knew that voice; it was my father!He'd obviously come running to see Joseph himself!Realizing this, I immediately ran straight toward the elevators.No wonder everyone was looking at me strangely, my dad had turned up at their company to cause a fuss.I could now see my dad pursuing a young woman who had just exited one of the evaluators. He was saying some very unpleasant things to her."You shameless home-wrecker! My daughter and son-in-law were perfectly happy together until you came along. You must have seduced him. You caused their divorce!"Don't you have a sense of shame? Throwing yourself at the first rich man you see instead of working hard yourself."Not to mention, there's no shortage of rich men out there. Why couldn't you choose one who isn't married? You're just a shameless harlot!"The woman he was pursuing looked so pure and innocent. She had a head of smooth, dark hair, and looked about as delicate as a flower.I hurried over to them

Chapter 43My father was starting to get flustered. He wanted to keep talking but I dragged him with all my strength toward the door.Once we got outside, he shouted at me, clearly frustrated, "What are you doing? I just needed time to ask him. Joseph wouldn't have refused to give me the money!""Give you money? Why would he give you money? Why is it so hard for you to get this into your head? He isn't part of our family anymore! He doesn't love me. Why would he give money to you?"I was shouting now in anger, my temples throbbing."And who told you to turn up at his company and cause a scene? Who told you hitting his beloved would be a good idea? When did you become such a thug?""That's no way to speak to your father! I came here because my own daughter would rather see me cut to pieces than ask Joseph for a little money.""I told you I'd find a way. You're my dad, how could I just leave you to your fate?"I didn't have the energy to fight with him, this man who seemed nothing like

Chapter 45The room was pitch black and silent, and I was alone.Had Joseph not come home?I got out of bed and hurried out of the room.My legs still felt weak and I almost tumbled down the stairs.Poppy was tidying the lounge. As soon as she saw me, she asked, "Miss Anna, you're awake. Are you hungry? What do you want to eat, I'll go and make it for you."I shook my head. I had no appetite at all. I asked her, "Has Joseph not returned?""Not yet," Poppy said. "If you need him for something I can give him a call.""There's really no need," I said, waving my hands.Looking at the empty home, I realized that I must have been dreaming just now.Dreaming of Joseph. Dreaming of him shaming me.A cold night wind was blowing through the open window, causing me to shiver. It was then that I realized my clothes were soaked with sweat.I put a hand to my damp forehead and absentmindedly climbed back upstairs.It had already gone nine. By the looks of it, Joseph would not be returning that nigh

Chapter 47Perhaps because I grabbed him too forcefully, blood started to flow from the back of my hand where the needle was inserted.Joseph looked down at my hand, his brow tightly furrowed.I was afraid he might be angry, so I immediately let go of his arm.Louise suddenly hugged her arms around Joseph's, her entire weight seemed to be pressed against him. She smiled at me sweetly."Anna, was there something you wanted to ask Joey?"Don't be shy, Joey's a nice guy. You shouldn't be afraid to ask him."Seeing his sweetheart showing him such affection, I didn't dare ask him if he'd be at home tonight.What if it made her unhappy? Not only would there be no way he'd lend me the money, but he'd be certain to punish me in some other way too.Just as my thoughts were descending into chaos, I heard Joseph ask, "What is it?"This was my best chance to ask him.I had no idea whether he'd return home that night or if I'd be able to see him once he walked out of the hospital doors.Having wai

Chapter 49My father let out a sigh of relief. "Then I'll wait for you."I didn't want to hear another word from him, so I hung up the phone.I sat down, my back pressed against the door, and stared off into space.The clock on the wall was ticking the seconds and minutes off one by one.I felt like I was being gradually swallowed by darkness and despair.Was I really going to let them cut off my hands and feet?Just thinking about it left me so terrified that I almost curled up into a ball.I had to try again. I had to ask Joseph.Even if it meant abandoning my last shred of self-respect, it was better than being left without hands and feet.I took out my phone and sent Joseph a message.Come home tonight, I'll agree to anything you ask.I waited for a long time but got no response.I lay down on the ground and stared blankly at my phone.But my phone remained dark and silent.The last few messages I'd sent him had all gone unanswered. Surely, that must mean he didn't want to speak t