Semua Bab The CEO'S SECRET BRIDE : Bab 61 - Bab 64

Fred turned the ignition key. With a steady low purr that filled the night's silence the engine roared to life. He shifted into reverse and backed out of the long immaculate driveway slowly. In his rearview mirror, the mansion, a symbol of riches and authority, grew smaller. With the streetlights fading into specks of light, he turned left onto the main road.Even though the city was asleep, his mind was racing with ideas and feelings. He made an effort to concentrate on the road, the well-known curves and the deserted streets. However, his mind kept returning to her. He remembered her standing in front of the car, her face lit by the porch light, a look of resolve replacing the tears. He remembered her in Carson's arms, her head resting on his chest and her hands encircling his waist. There was a tiny unwanted stab of jealousy that he felt. Deep inside, he pushed it down and stored everything he didn't want to feel. He had to be her friend. Just that. The silence in the car was d

“I… want to go with you.” Annabel said, her voice piercing the quiet tension with a gentle confident murmur. Carson's face lit up with relief. With a firm comforting squeeze he assured her of his support. “Are you sure?We can do this tomorrow.” She straightened her back and said “No.This is what we'll do now. We'll work together on it.”He didn't dispute. For the first time in a long time he just smiled, a sincere appreciative smile. They turned away from the opulent entrance hall and started to walk after exchanging glances and making a silent pledge of support. Their slow, rhythmic footsteps reverberated on the marble as they got closer to the library. The woman who had caused so much of their past suffering was getting closer to them with every step. The library was a large quiet room. The double doors were open allowing a small amount of warm buttery light to enter the foyer. They pushed them open.The smell of old paper and polished wood filled the air making it feel heavy.