Chapter 725 Chapter 725: Finley was taken aback. “What’s going on with Miss Hewitt p> “I haven’t been able to reach her,” Rupert replied tensely, his handsome face twisted with worry. “Yes, sir. I’ll get on it immediately p> Finley’s expression grew increasingly grim as he finally understood the reason

Chapter 724 Chapter 724: “Where did she go?” Rupert pressed. After a brief pause, Danica replied, “I think she went to the hotel to look for Miss Mendoza p> “Anika didn’t show up today?” Rupert asked, his brows knitting together. “No,” Danica said, worry creeping into her voice. “Miss Hewitt

Chapter 723 Chapter 723: “Shut the hell up!” Talia snarled. She gripped a knife—its blade long and sharp, at least thirty centimeters—and pressed it to Anika’s throat. “Say one more word and I’ll kill you p> Annabel’s heart lurched at the sight of that blade against Anika’s neck. “Talia, calm

Chapter 722 Chapter 722: She was terrified. She feared she wouldn’t make it on time. She feared Talia might truly hurt Anika. Annabel knew Anika was only in danger because of her. That thought propelled her forward with a sudden burst of strength. Just one minute before the sun dipped

Chapter 721 Chapter 721: If Talia was calling from Anika’s phone, then there was only one explanation. She had Anika. In other words, Talia had kidnapped her. As if to confirm Annabel’s worst fear, Talia spoke again in a bleak, rasping tone. “I have Anika with me p> “What do

Chapter 720 Chapter 720: Had she been so exhausted from yesterday’s trip that she still hadn’t woken up? Annabel waited a while longer before glancing at her watch. It was almost noon, but Anika still hadn’t shown up. Worry crept into Annabel’s expression. She took out her phone and dialed

Chapter 719 Chapter 719: Annabel’s brows knitted slightly. So many days had passed since Talia tried to kill her, yet no one had any clue where she was. Annabel was certain Talia was still plotting—scheming up something worse after her last attempt failed and Annabel survived. Annabel had been waiting

Chapter 718 Chapter 718: She turned on her computer and opened the information Anika had sent her about the Paris fashion design competition. After reading through everything, she clicked on a video interview with Susan. On-screen, Susan looked arrogant, tossing out dismissive remarks about Leo, as if victory was already

Chapter 717 Chapter 717: Before she could finish, Rupert lifted her up and carried her straight to the bed. He set her down carefully on the large mattress and said softly, “Get some proper rest p> “Okay…” Annabel agreed despite herself. She had planned to work on some designs for

Chapter 716 Chapter 716: Rupert turned to her. “Anika is coming tomorrow p> “Yes,” Annabel replied casually. Rupert didn’t ask anything else until they got into the car. After they both fastened their seat belts, he glanced at her and asked, “Is there a problem with your studio p> “No,”

Chapter 715 Chapter 715: His deep, pleasant voice was soft—like cello music—yet unwavering with certainty. Annabel felt a calm settle over her, soothed and reassured by his words. She lifted her head and met his gaze. “Thank you, Rupert,” Annabel said sincerely. “It’s my duty to protect the woman I

Chapter 714 Chapter 714: Annabel subconsciously turned over. Their eyes met, and their breaths fell into sync. The atmosphere suddenly felt warm, romantic, and dangerously intimate. Annabel looked at Rupert’s handsome face. The dark circles beneath his eyes were obvious—something she hadn’t noticed before. She couldn’t deny that Rupert had

Chapter 713 Chapter 713: It looked like he intended to feed her everything. Annabel’s heart raced as she looked at him. The tenderness in his eyes was impossible to miss. But she quickly collected herself and said firmly, “I can eat by myself p> “You’re injured,” Rupert insisted, scooping up

Chapter 712 Chapter 712: But the moment he mentioned Talia, something dark flashed through his eyes. That bitch had almost made him lose the woman he loved. If he hadn’t returned early to surprise Annabel, he wouldn’t have reached her in time. The thought made fear ripple through him, sharp

Chapter 711 Chapter 711: Rupert narrowed his eyes. “You’re heartless p> Annabel blinked, confused. What was he talking about? Noticing her expression, Rupert let out a low, humorless snort. “It seems you’ve forgotten p> A flicker of disappointment crossed his face. With his hands in his pockets, he walked toward

Chapter 710 Chapter 710: “Annabel, are you okay?” Rory asked with concern. “I’m fine,” Annabel replied with a smile. “I’m sorry, Annabel. This is all my fault…” Rory said, his voice heavy with guilt. After all, he was the reason behind Talia’s madness. If it weren’t for him, Talia wouldn’t

Chapter 709 Chapter 709: After all, if the Clifford family caught her, they would lock her up even tighter and make sure she couldn’t escape. “She’ll come out on her own when the timing suits her,” Annabel added. She set the documents aside and lay back down. She still hadn’t

Chapter 708 Chapter 708: It wasn’t like Candace claimed—she had known him even before she leaked the base price to BPI. “Have you found out what their relationship is?” Annabel asked. Anthony shook his head. “Not yet p> “Keep looking into them,” Annabel said with a faint smile. “Of course,

Chapter 707 Chapter 707: “Thank you.” Annabel accepted it and took a careful sip. The heat spread through her, warming her from the inside out. Her stomach had been empty for two days. Anthony was relieved to see Annabel looking a little better. He sat down in the chair across

Chapter 706 Chapter 706: He was careful, almost reverent, as if she were something precious. Annabel let out a small sigh. “You don’t have to be this gentle. I’m not as feeble as you think p> “But your bruises are tearing at my heart,” he blurted out without hesitation. Annabel