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Forty one
I hadn't expected Ryan to react this way. He was kind of moody, only because I had told him that I would be working as a maid. Thank goodness I didn't tell him I would be working for James Robert. He would be extremely pissed off.
"Ryan, I really—"
"No, no." He shook his head. He turned to me, his eyes locked to mine. "You really can't do that job. How can a whole Ryan Arthur's girlfriend be some kind of maid? That's crazy. I might not be as rich as I used to, but I am comfortable enough to take care of you and your family."
"Ryan…" I shifted close to him, and took his hand as I pouted. "I understand your point. You're a big man. Your girl isn't supposed to be someone's maid. But, the pay is really good. I went for the interview yesterday, and I met all the qualifications. Besides, you seriously don't expect me to always be dependent on you, right?"
He lowered his eyebrows at me, t
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Love Pentagon Forty two
I was starting to wonder how someone could be this cute, yet dumb. This wasn't the right time to think about his beauty, but seriously, he was handsome. His sapphire blue eyes, pointed nose, and small lips, they all caught my attention. His full eyebrows quirked at me, which made me realize that I had been staring at him for a while."I asked a question." My voice held so much huskiness, anger, and a bit of shame. I was embarrassed. "Do you need something? Holding your maid's hand is crazy.""Oh. Sorry." He released my hand. Of course, his apology was filled with so much sarcasm.I glared a little. "Thank you. So, can I take my leave now?""So much confidence, woman." He put his hands behind him, fixing his gaze at me. "Hope you know I'm the boss? This isn't the way to speak with one's boss."I scoffed. "Sorry, sir. And, one's boss shouldn't hold his maid that way."
Love Pentagon Forty three
"We'll be scanning your dad's brain for a second time," the doctor announced over the phone.I let out a low sigh, feeling a bit tense. They were going to scan dad's brain again? But, why?"Is there a problem now? Should I come over?" I asked."No, no. Not at all." Since she didn't sound tired or worried, I guessed there was no need for me to be worried. "Because of last night's treatment, we have to do another scan. It's completely fine. There's nothing to worry about."I sighed in relief. "Oh, that's good then. So, I'll be visiting the hospital tomorrow. Once I'm done working, I'll send you a call.""Good," she remarked. "Take care, okay? And ensure Vicki's good.""Thanks.""You're welcome."As soon as she hung up the call, I walked into the kitchen of James' mansion. Vicki and about two other maids were
Love Pentagon Forty four
"Will you be visiting Mom and Dad tonight?" Vicki asked, as she put some carrots into the tall and large fridge in James' kitchen.I sighed. "Yeah, yeah. Seriously, no matter how I try not to feel bad for not always visiting them, it just doesn't work.""You shouldn't feel bad." She closed the door of the fridge, picked up a napkin, and began cleaning the counters. "At least, all we're doing is to work. If Mom and Dad were conscious, they'd completely understand this.""Uh. Guess so." I nodded.I took a napkin as well, assisting her to clean the counters. For some reason, she was staring at me so much. It felt like she was being hesitant to say something."What?" I raised an eyebrow at her.She shrugged. "Donno. I just feel like something's up with you. Is there something you need to tell me?"I blinked as if I was confu
Love Pentagon Forty-five
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Love Pentagon Forty six
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Love Pentagon Forty seven
James' father stood up from the couch, and hurried to me. His eyes were broadened. He moved his lips, but he was unable to say anything. I tightened my fist, gulped, resisting the itch to cry."My dear, you want to… get married to my son?" he questioned.I nodded, wearing a stern look. "Yes. I'm not just accepting the proposal. I want it to be done as soon as possible. If you want it to happen in two days, so be it," I announced.He gaped. "Two days? Wow, that's great! I don't mind at all. I can—""Woah, woah." James walked to us. He held his hand up, wrinkling his face as if he was irritated. "I'm the one getting married. Two days is too short for me. It doesn't even… make any sense."I turned to him. "If you prolong it, I might have no choice but to change my mind.""No, no. That won't happen." His dad stood in front of
Love Pentagon Forty eight
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Love Pentagon Forty nine
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