In the dead of night, they finally met again. It had been a year since their last encounter. Anderson had endured so much, yet Ayanna’s eyes still held a trace of innocence, an innocence that he despised. How could she live so peacefully after deceiving him? How could she appear before him again as if nothing had happened?He was filled with so much hatred that he wanted to tear apart this false beauty."It’s been a long time."They stood facing each other, the scattered neon lights casting a faint glow on his features, obscuring his expression. But his voice was very gentle, like the whispers between lovers.Underneath the starry sky, she wore simple clothes, carrying a bag with apples she had bought for Daphne. She planned to make applesauce for the latter when she got home. Dpahne was her and Anderson’s child. Her baby girl had fallen ill, so Ayanna brought her to Brookesville for treatment. After a month, her daughter’s condition had improved significantly. She hadn’t
Then, Ayanna laughed softly. That’s right. She came from a humble background. How could she refuse him?She got into his car. It’s a black Land Rover. He never used to drive such a car. Instead, he used to sit in the back seat of a black limousine, driven by a chauffeur. He would never smoke casually in the car either.The man before her was still Anderson, yet he wasn't. He had changed so much.He didn't ask for her address. It wasn’t like he cared. Stepping on the gas pedal, he took her straight to a villa.As the car entered a familiar alley, she exclaimed, "Why are we coming here?""Why not?" he replied.He turned off the engine and looked at her. The car's interior was dim, their profiles flickering in and out of shadow.He stared at her for a long time before speaking coldly, "I bought this place again last month. You’d be wrong if you think I did it out of nostalgia, Ayanna. I did it to remind myself of this disgraceful past, to remind myself never to trust a woman
Ayanna thought that once he vented his anger a few times, he would grow tired of it. Anderson might not have mentioned it, but she could tell from the sexual positions and kinks that his private life had likely been wild and reckless over the past year.Holding the gold card, she whispered, "I have a place to stay. I'll come over when you want to see me."He didn’t object to it. He didn't care where she stayed. All he wanted was to vent his hatred towards her. What he sought was not just physical release but to make her experience utter ruin and taste the bitterness of betrayal by a loved one. Merely toying with her a few times would be too merciful.Later, he left under the cover of night.…After a long while, Ayanna dragged her exhausted body to take a shower. Everything here was just as it used to be. Even the bathrobe was placed exactly where it had been before.Wrapping herself in the bathrobe, she looked at her reflection in the mirror. She might’ve seemed pale, bu
Ayanna didn't dare to think about marrying him.Although being his mistress was humiliating, she was content with it. She loved him, and he loved her back. On top of that, they had an adorable daughter together!She hesitated for a moment, contemplating whether to reveal Daphne’s existence now.But Anderson said, "I’m quite busy in the company lately. So, I might not be able to spend time with you this week! Let's spend Christmas Eve together. I’m going to give you a surprise."He said he had booked the most luxurious private room for a candlelight dinner with her.She was overjoyed.Worried that he might neglect his wife, she advised gently, "In the past, both of you have misunderstandings because of me. I hope you’ll treat her better now."A cold smile formed on his face.However, he held the woman close and pressed his face against her delicate neck, breathing warmly: "How are you this considerate, darling? Would you be jealous if I were to go home and have sex with her? I
Gwynn had arranged to go shopping and have coffee with Renata, but the latter couldn’t be there because there was an emergency.Gwynn smiled gracefully.She continued to stroll alone, not particularly caring where she ended up. She was planning to go to the company to pick up Noah in the evening. Then, they’d go to their favorite restaurant for dinner before heading home together.Life was peaceful.She lacked nothing in terms of money. Gladys and a nanny looked after her children at home. She also cherished the occasional moments alone with her husband to nurture their relationship.Of course, she’d never go to a hotel if he suddenly felt like doing it after dinner.She never expected to run into Ayanna. Ayanna was shopping in a baby store, picking out clothes for her daughter. Her eyes were misty with emotion, her fair face glowing with health, looking quite well-off.Seeing Gwynn, Ayanna felt a bit awkward, "Greetings, Ms. Gwynn."Gwynn didn't blame her.She took the sma
Martha had keen eyes. That was for sure.Despite the crumbling relationship between Gwynn and the Templeton family, blood ties were just complicated. She might have met Daphne just once, but she was already planning a bright future for the little girl. Daphne was all but promised a prosperous future.Ayanna gently patted her daughter.That was when the doorbell rang. Martha went to answer it and found a wealthy lady standing there. Unable to help herself, she asked, "Have you come to the wrong door, miss?"It was Talia. Last night, she discovered her husband was keeping a mistress. So, she followed the clues and ended up here. To her surprise, however, it wasn't a young and beautiful woman. In fact, it was someone from the past, someone who had caused Anderson to end up in prison.He and Ayanna were together again.As soon as she walked in, she saw the illegitimate child. How could she not be furious?She had been dutiful to her husband and in-laws since reconciling with him.
In the evening, she made a phone call to Anderson, who answered the call.After a moment of silence, Ayanna spoke softly, "I want to leave the city, Anderson. I've wronged you in the past, but I will find my own way to make amends.""Make amends, you said." He took a sip of his drink.He leaned back on the sofa, giving a gentle smile as he gave her the sweet talks again."What's wrong?"Why are you saying these resentful words again?"The best way for you to make amends is to stay by my side and let me see you whenever I want."…Ayanna buried her head in the covers, unable to hold back her tears."Anderson."He continued to soothe her gently.Initially, she had made up her mind to cut ties with him, but now she was wavering.Having been in the business world for so long, he understood human nature deeply.He sensed her hesitation and spoke some more heartfelt words, inviting her to spend Christmas Eve together. He spoke softly, "We've been together for so long, but we've
Marisol felt greatly comforted. "Don't make me worry about you anymore, Anderson."…Anderson picked up Talia on Christmas Eve and comforted her in bed that night.Talia had a bad reputation.Although her family supported her. However, she had two kids. That meant she didn't have many options, truth be told. Anderson might’ve had a lot of flings out there, but he was garnering more respect at home than he had ever done. Although she had considered divorce, her parents advised her to think carefully before making a decision.After much consideration, she forgave her husband.Her black hair cascaded beautifully over his body as she nestled in and kissed her husband passionately once again, seeking pleasure from him.This time, she returned home.Her mother had told her that a man's love is measured by money and sex. Now, Shen Cishu provided generously for the household every month and bought her expensive jewelry. All she had to do was find ways to drain her husband dry, sexually