Chapter 1133
Chapter 1133:
Then the ocean came into view, and a rush of recollection washed over her.
“Are you taking me to the beach p>
Rupert had proposed to her on the beach once before. That was where they had promised each other a lifetime.
Warmth bloomed in Annabel’s chest as she relived the sweetness of that memory. She turned to meet Rupert’s intense gaze, then pressed her lips together thoughtfully.
“So this is what you meant when you said you had a surprise for p>
“Do you like it?” Rupert looked at Annabel with the kind of tenderness he reserved only for her.
“I do.” Warmth filled Annabel’s chest and spread through her whole body.
After the proposal, they had been too busy to return to this place. The moment Annabel stepped out of the car, she opened her arms and let the ocean breeze wash over her. The calm night air seemed to soothe her as well.
Seeing her relax, Rupert felt certain he’d made the right decision bringing her here. This beach had always been one of the few places that could ease her tension.
“How is it?” he asked softly. “I hope this can make you forget about work—even if it’s only for a little while.” He removed his coat and draped it over her shoulders. “It’s cold out here. You might catch a cold p>
Annabel smiled at him. “You really do know me better than anyone. You always know how to make me feel better p>
Their sweet moment was suddenly interrupted by a distant cry.
“Rupert, did you hear that? I think someone’s calling for help.” Annabel’s expression sharpened as she closed her eyes, listening carefully to prove the direction. “Over there. Come on—let’s check p>
Both of them frowned and hurried toward the water. Near the shoreline, an elderly woman was struggling, half-submerged, shouting for help. When Annabel heard the voice weakening, her worry deepened.
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“I think she’s getting tired,” Annabel said, scanning the area urgently. There was no rescue buoy nearby. Without any other option, she started toward the water, ready to swim out and help.
Rupert’s brow furrowed as he watched her rush in. With a resigned sigh, he quickly shrugged off his outerwear, dove in as well, and swam toward the woman.
The cries for help grew weaker, and Annabel kicked harder, panic driving her forward.
When she reached the elderly woman, the woman’s body was trembling violently. Then her eyes fluttered—and she fainted.
Annabel tried to rouse her. “Ma’am? Ma’am, please wake up p>
“Get her to shore first,” Rupert said, steady and controlled. He gripped the elderly woman’s arm and hauled her toward land.
On the beach, the old woman’s body felt icy, her lips pale—she had likely been in the water for a long time.
“Please wake up. You’re safe now.” Annabel tried to shake the elderly woman awake, but there was no response.
“Rupert, are you okay?” Annabel looked at him anxiously. He had been swimming while supporting the unconscious woman for quite a while.