Chapter 1
The language of the bellflower is to seize happiness, When you are into my life, I knew I do anything to keep you, because my happiness is you, Lia, confessed Coby Ford.
“Be good…” the man ordered.
“Mmm… The woman’s face flushed deep red, tiny beads of swea formning on her forehead like sparkling dewdrops.
The man’s soft lips curved into a mesmerizing smirk as he got even closer to her.
“Do you like it?” His deep voice was smooth, and his strong hands held her sexy waist gently but firmly.
“Who is he thought Lia Phillips, as she slowly opened her eyes, till a little dazed.
The man was looking down at her, the light above him creating a halo, which made it hard to make out his face.
After a long while, Lia snapped out of her confusion, and the man’s face became clearer.
He had strong features, sharp eyebrows, piercing eyes, a straight nose, and slightly upturned lips.
Undoubtedly, he was that man
Lia suddenly woke up to the noise from the TV. Looking around at the familiar ward, she thought, ‘How could I be dreaming about him‘ Is it because he’s back?
The TV was broadcasting breaking news that was making waves in both politics and business. Coby, heir to Ford Group, had returned and officially taken the role of general manager of Ford Group.
It concerned her as Ford Group was a rival of Allen Group, and Coby and Issac Allen were bitter enemies. Working at Allen Group, Lia closely monitored their competitors
Still, she couldn’t understand why she dreamed of being with Coby.
“Lia, your phone’s ringing,” Layla Phillips noticed her granddaughter zoning out and couldn’t help but remind her.
Thanks, Grandma. I didn’t even notice,” Lia said, frowning as she glanced down at the caller ID. She walked a bit farther before picking it up.
“Bring three boxes of condoms to Room 606 at Royalite Hotel, Issac instructed over the phone, his voice firm, with a woman’s flirtatious giggle echoing in the background.
Lia paused for a moment, then replied softly, “Mr. Allen, can it wait? I’m taking care of my grandma.”
The flirtatious woman’s delicate hand slid over Issac’s chest, and she cooed, “Mr. Allen, looks like she doesn’t want to deliver them at all.”
Issac’s face darkened, and he grabbed the woman’s hand, stopping her.
Then, he threatened Lia. “A little maid you are, yet you think you’re important? I want those boxes in half an hour, or you’re out of here.”
“Mr. Allen, you’re so impressive, so manly…” the flirtatious woman purred.
Then came some uncomfortably loud sounds, and shortly after, the call ended abruptly.
Layla’s ward was at the end of the hall. Lia glanced out the window–heavy rain was pouring down, and the tree branches
were rustling.
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She wasn’t surprised by Issacs domineering demand–he was alys like that.
She put her phone in her bag and walked over to Layla’s bedside
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“Lia, is the hospital pressuring us to pay the medical bills again? Maybe I should just stop the treatment and go home.” Layla looked at Lia’s tired face, feeling bad for her.
She blamed herself for being sick, forcing Lia to juggle work and hospital visits.
“No, Grandma. It’s not about the hospital. It’s Mr. Allen. He want me to bring something over
Lia tucked the blanket around Layla and gave her a gentle smile
Not only was Lia the secretary to the general manager at Allen Choup, but she was also a maid to the Allen family. She grew up with Issac, helping him with everything.
Lia. stop thinking about Mr. Allen. If you meet someone right for you, try dating. Don’t let your own happiness slip away. Layla knew exactly who Issac was, and all she wanted was for Lia to be happy.
“Got it, Grandma. Rest now, please. I’ll be back soon. Lia comforted Layla.
“Lia, it’s really raining hard outside. Should I call Mr. Allen and ask if he can wait?” Layla looked out at the storm, worried Lia might get into trouble.
“It’s okay, Grandma, replied Lia.
-Layla squeezed Lia’s hand, her wrinkled face filled with worry. “Lia, my body knows what it’s doing. Don’t waste your money,
and stop begging the Allen family. I just want you to be happy, so I can die in peace.”
If it weren’t for her, Lia could’ve gotten away from the Allen family and wouldn’t have to suffer so much…
Lia knew what Layla hoped for and smiled sweetly “Grandma, don’t say such depressing things. You still need to see me ger married and become a mother!”
Layla smiled back. “You’ll be the most beautiful bride, Lia. I just wish I could see it,”
Lia lowered her eyes, nodding with a smile. “Yes, Grandma, you’ll see it. I promise.”
Even though marriage felt far off, if it made Layla happy, Lia would find a way.
Outside, it was still raining cats and dogs, and the wind was howling. Even with an umbrella, Lia could barely see ahead.
She got soaked right out of the hospital. The street was nearly deserted, with only a few cars passing by, splashing mud at her, as if mocking her situation.
She was drenched, looking completely a mess.
Many shops were closed due to the rain. She visited several pharmacies, but all of them were locked
Fortunately, she finally found what Issac needed at one pharmacy.
The clerk looked at the soaked Lia and asked, “Miss, do you need anything else?”
“Who buys this kind of stuff in weather like this, let alone three hoxes? Young people these days can’t seem to control themselves when it comes to sex,” sighed the clerk.
“Thanks, that’s all,” replied Lin. She paid and walked out onto the street, the clerk’s pitying gaze lingering on her.
Lia huddled in her wet coat, the cold wind biting at her face. She felt numb, aware of how ridiculous she must look, but life
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As she struggled to get up, her bag tore open, and three boxes of condoms spilled out.
She scrambled to pick them up, managing to grab two boxes before reaching for the third.
That was when a pair of shiny leather shoes appeared right in front of her Looking up, she saw Coby staring down at her.
It felt like the rain stopped at that very moment
Lia’s pale face was loaded with mud. Her eyes were wide with panic, her whole body wakes, and her white shart changing to her, showing off her curves.
Coby remained expressionless
Water dripped from his hair and splashed onto lia’s hands, making her flinch as if it burned. His commanding presence lent her feeling small and intimidated
It’s actually him–Coby, Lia thought, as she quickly stood and cook a step
back
Coby casually played with the condoms in his hand, a smurting at the corner of his mouth.
“M. Philies, is this yours?” asked Coby
-Lis was surprised be still remembered her. She said. “Thanks for picking it up for me, Mr. Ford
After a moment of panic, she calmed down and reached out to take it back
But Coby pulled it back, smiling slightly “How about you give me this box?
He wants the condoms? He’s the young master of the Ford family. He doesn’t need something so trivial, does he thought
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Lia.
Brighton was home to two major families: the Ford family and the Allen family. Coby was the heir to the Ford Group–cold, quiet, and decisive, feared for his
ruthless ways. He was the Allen family’s biggest rival.
Thanks to Issac’s mother, Luna Allen, Lia had the privilege of attending an elite school and looking after Issac’s business.
The three of them had been high school classmates. Because of the rivalry between Coby and Issac, Lia had only spoken to Coby a handful of times, despite being in the same class.
After high school, Coby went abroad to study. It was said that he joined the Ford Group’s overseas division and only just came back recently. There’d been so many news reports about him.
Coby coming back definitely made things harder for Allen Group.
Coby and Issac were both heirs, but people saw them completely differently–Coby’s reputation was impeccable, while Issac’s was awful.
Lia never expected to dream about Coby, let alone run into him in such an awkward situation–and then have him ask her for condoms.
“Mr. Ford, if you want them, just take them,” she said, her cheeks turning slightly pink.
Coby gave a tiny smile and slipped the condoms into his bag, while Lynn, who had been watching, looked totally stunned. ‘OMG, my boss is actually asking a girl for something, and not just anything–he’s asking for condoms!‘ thought Lynn He’d been with Coby for years, and he’d never even seen Coby with any women, let alone helped buy a condom.
He thought, ‘Does that condom have something special about it? Maybe I should look into what brands are good and keep
around in case the boss needs it.
Based on all this, Lynn concluded. The boss must be craving a woman after so many years of celibacy.
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