Chapter 1284
Chapter 1284:
Herman gracefully bowed before Annabel, delicately raising her hand as a soft laughter escaped his lips. “As I’ve said, I shall remain faithfully by your side until you acquiesce to be mine p>
With that, he pressed a tender kiss on the back of her hand.
Annabel felt a headache creeping in. Never had she anticipated that Herman would doggedly trail her to this very spot.
What kind of prince was he? Did he not have any other preoccupations?
Rubbing her forehead, she found herself at a loss for words.
Seeing her plight, Herman’s smile deepened as he leaned in closer. “Do you find the scenery here to your liking p>
Annabel remained silent, yet Herman appeared unperturbed. Undeterred, he continued, “In my homeland, the landscape surpasses this place a thousandfold. If you were to marry me, you would revel in its splendor every day. What say you? Care to contemplate the prospect p>
As he spoke, he slyly winked at Annabel, his azure eyes brimming with affection.
“Herman, I implore you, desist,” Annabel replied softly.
“Tell me your desires, and I shall mold myself accordingly, as long as it is your voice that requests it,” Herman proclaimed, propping his cheek and grinning mischievously at her.
Annabel stared at Herman. “How about coming with me to the shallow sea tomorrow? The coral there is a sight to behold p>
Not far away, Rupert looked up just in time to witness the scene. His brows knit tightly. “What business does this man have here p>
“Sir, is she your paramour? Why is she standing so intimately close to that gentleman?” The stewardess who had been humiliated earlier hurried over, eager to report what she’d seen.
Feigning innocence, she added, “Your lady has such a charming smile. I assumed her temperament would be just as lovely p>
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She cast Rupert a quick glance—only to see his expression turn glacial.
Seizing the moment, she was about to stir things up further when Rupert suddenly grabbed her by the throat.
“If you value your life, get out of my sight. Now. Understood?” Rupert’s voice was calm, but the threat in it was unmistakable.
Terror flooded the stewardess’s eyes. She nodded frantically, her face turning red. Any malicious thoughts vanished instantly—she was genuinely afraid the man in front of her might kill her.
With a cold exhale, Rupert released her and didn’t spare her another look. He strode toward Annabel and Herman with resolute steps.
Meanwhile, Herman leaned closer to Annabel and asked earnestly, “Are you truly unwilling to consider it? Come on. Be my wife, Annabel p>
Annabel’s irritation flared. She drew a deep breath, ready to respond—when someone suddenly wrapped an arm around her.
“No consideration is necessary!” Rupert’s icy voice cut through the air above her.
Annabel looked up, and a smile immediately spread across her face.
Herman clicked his tongue at the sight of Rupert. “I was only asking for Miss Annabel’s opinion p>