"I'll walk you out,"James offered, reaching out to hold Milla's hand, but she instinctively pulled her hand away without realizing it.James felt blank as he stared at his empty hand."It's okay, I'll go by myself. You rest," Milla said with a smile before walking out. James watched her leave, his mind filled with thoughts.As her figure disappeared behind the door, he pulled his chair and sat down.His eyes landed on the food box, and he slowly reached out to touch it.She was the one who had initiated their relationship, the one who had gotten closer to him first, the one who had shown him she loved him. But why did he always feel like she wanted to keep some distance from him?"Is she your girlfriend?" James was stunned when he suddenly heard a voice.He lifted his head and saw curious eyes staring at him, waiting for his answer.It was late in the evening when James finally returned to his room.Frustration and worry gnawed at him because Milla hadn't answered his calls or messag
Tears filled Milla's eyes."It's my dad. Will you kill him?" she sobbed. James was momentarily stunned by her revelation, but he didn't hesitate."Do you want me to?" he asked, determination shining in his eyes. Even if he couldn't bring harm to her father, he vowed to ensure he faced the consequences for his actions.Milla burst into tears, releasing all the emotions she had been holding back for so long.She buried her face in James's chest and cried uncontrollably. She had never imagined she would find someone who would say such words to her, someone who was ready to do anything for her. James enveloped her in his arms and showered kisses on her hair, comforting her in the best way he could."I'm here now. You're in a safe place. I promise you, I will never let anyone lay a finger on you ever again," he whispered soothingly, his words carrying the weight of his sincerity. It was a promise he made to her, and he intended to keep it.Upon hearing his promise, Milla's emotions overwhe
Alice was tired from a week-long business trip and a long flight. And as soon as she came home, she went to bed.In the middle of the night, she felt something heavy on her body and wetness over her face."uugh" A small moan left her lips and Alice opened her eyes hasty.When She had gone away for a whole week, but he didn't bother to check on her or ask about her well-being. But, now he's pinning her down with his mountain-like body and moving aggressively, like a very ravenous lion devouring a meal.A tangle came in her heart, tears filled her eyes and tears made their way through the corner of her eye.Well, what could she expect? Their marriage came just with a contract but no love. He gave her money to save her father's life, and she matched him in playing the role of a good wife against the pressure of his family.Alice remembered her place and always did her duty well. But tonight she had become sentimental for some reason."Mr. Grill, Please stop," she begged, "I'm tired and I
After washing up, Lucas comes down on his work clothes. He was wearing a light gray suit.Alice swallowed dryly as her eyes studied him. Her heart was pounding uncontrollably.He is Lucas Grill, CEO of Green International company and one of the most influential businessmen in the country.Although he wasn't a male model, his physical appearance was striking. His lush, black hair was carefully groomed and had a rippling quality that indicated his robust health. Despite having beetle-browed features that occasionally furrowed in frustration, he was handsome in a subtle manner. His aquiline nose and prominent cheekbones were well-suited to his strong, Spartan shoulders and basalt jaw, which exuded latent, leonine power. With purpose and authority, he always walked with a tiger-like gait.As he walks into the dining area his eyes come to hold hers and she feels like an electric current handed on her body. She gave him a warm smile and immediately moved her eyes around and began to serve b
Sitting on her table Alice turns on her computer, she takes a deep breath, trying to calm her nerves.Even though they have to come to the same office, he always leaves first and Alice after. Till today, neither he nor Alice said to come to the office together. Even though they are husband and wife, they were strangers to each other both at home and in the office.Even after his indifferent behavior, She was trying her best to fulfill their marriage. She fulfilled the duties of a wife perfectly inside the house because people didn't know about their marriage.To the outside world, She is just an ordinary employee in his office.This was her first time leading a project, and although everything had gone perfectly, she couldn't shake off her nervousness.She spends the rest of the morning preparing, her presentation, going over her notes, and making sure that everything is in order.As the time for the presentation draws closer, Alice starts to feel her nerves rise again. But when she s
" Alice"Suddenly Lucas's roar was heard and Alice instantly got up from the ground.She looked at her hand, she was still holding his coat. She hurriedly put the coat on the bed and wiped her tears and took a long breath.She knew that he was not a patient person and she was not in the mood to hear scolding from him, so she hurriedly opened the door."What were you doing while closing the door?" Expectedly he burst on her."I'm sorry" she apologizes immediately lowering her head."I'll make dinner " Before he could notice anything she rushed out. Lucas was stunned to see her. She runs downstairs as if she was running away from her life. He stood up at the door in amazement for a long time before walking into her room with his few clothes in his hand.His room was a mess so he needed to use her room.There were a few other rooms in the house but he didn't want to go to the other.Alice's mind was not in the right place, many things were playing. She finally understood why he was confu
Alice turned off her mobile and switched on the TV, desperate to divert her thoughts. She couldn't bear to contemplate her current situation right at that moment.What she needed more than anything was time to process everything, and the truth was, she had no one else to turn to. Leaving Lucas had never been her intention.When she had signed that marriage contract, she had held onto the hope that someday he would genuinely love her, and she wouldn't have to contemplate leaving his side.However, as time went on, she was beginning to realize that such a scenario was growing increasingly impossible.She tried to brush it off and distract herself by watching TV, but her mind kept wandering back to Lucas and his girlfriend.After a while, Lucas shouts from the dining area "Time to eat "so fast? She was stunned but turned off the TV and hurried to the dining table. When she saw the dishes on the table she was shocked.She swallowed as her eyes met his. They are going to eat noodles and o
When they were about to leave the hotel after dinner. Siya suddenly noticed something."Is that the cause of your desperation? She looked at Alice as her eyes drifted away again. Alice was confused and followed the sight of Siya.Her breath stopped when her eyes caught a familiar figure walking towards the car with a gorgeous figure in his arms. Lucas and Milla. Alice quickly rolled her eyes."Let's go" and got into the car. Siya was very furious and slammed the car door behind her."Just leave him. Why are you killing yourself?" she yelled at Alice as she took her seat. Alice wiped away her tears."You obviously know I can't do it," Alice sobbed."You can do it. You have to do it yourself" Siya knows how hard Alice's life was and the circumstances under which she married Lucas. Alice was devastated and cried."I can't do it. Leaving him, where will I go? I don't have anyone. He is the reason I get up in the morning and go home at night"Siya was scared to see Alice's madness."I'm he