"Deal! I'll send someone over to finalize the details with you."Alanna nodded with a smile. "Grayson, thank you for trusting me."Grayson chuckled. "You have no idea how much the First Lady has made things much easier for me in my business because of our collaboration."Alanna's lips twitched. She was about to say something when Justin knocked on the door and entered."Ms. Jacinto, the matter has been resolved. The person made a public apology, and the other company withdrew the lawsuit."Alanna was stunned.She quickly checked her phone.Sure enough, the person who impersonated JM Group had publicly apologized online.Even the lawsuit had been withdrawn.Not long after, the person's identity had been uncovered. It turned out to be a well-established translation company in the country. They resorted to this strategy because their market share had been significantly reduced recently.But they hadn't expected the matter to be uncovered so quickly.Apart from apologizing, they
Hades' voice still sounded cheerful. "Alright, I know. But I just want to find out the truth. Alanna, I want to remember everything and make up for all the regrets between us."Alanna felt stifled in her heart.It took her a while before she said, "If you really want to know, I'll tell you."Hades gulped. After a moment, he whispered."Okay."Alanna didn't know if it was right to tell Hades about their childhood.But seeing him torment himself like this made her feel uneasy.Even for the sake of her child, she was willing to step back.Soon, November arrived.The weather turned cooler, and Alanna's tummy grew bigger.She wore a warm loose sweater, which looked elegant on her.While talking to the people around her, Alanna walked out of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.Just as she stepped out, someone draped a coat over her shoulders.Alanna thought it was Justin at first.But the next moment, she paused in her steps.There was a familiar scent on the coat.Turning aroun
Hades released her with a smile. At the same time, he pressed her leg down."Were you really trying to hit me there?"Alanna glared at him and wiped her mouth in disgust.Hades then raised his hand and brushed his knuckles against her delicate cheek."Ally, thank you."Alanna paused briefly before averting her gaze from him."I'm only doing it for the baby. I don't want the father of my child to hurt himself because of some childhood memories."Hades' eyes were filled with affection."Alright, I know."He chuckled and rubbed her hand against his chin. "Even if it's for the baby, I'm grateful."Alanna withdrew her hand slightly, but Hades held them tighter.While holding her hand, he pulled out a document from the nearby compartment.Alanna was startled."What's this?"Hades' eyes were full of smiles. "Open it and take a look."After hesitating for a moment, Alanna opened it.Upon reading it, she was stunned. Hades had transferred 51% of Briliiance Jewels' shares to her
Alanna could tell that Hades was trying hard to suppress himself before her.But that feeling still lingered in her mind.She didn't say much. She simply sat down at the table and opened up the food.Hades finished his conversation on the phone and asked."Are you planning to move?"Alanna paused briefly and responded after a while."Yes."Her work was settled in Brunstein City, and she couldn't keep staying in hotels.So, she asked Travis to help her find a house.After Alanna finished speaking, she looked at Hades.She was expecting him to say something like wanting to live with her, but to her surprise, he simply nodded."It is indeed inconvenient to live in a hotel."Alanna pursed her lip, nodded, and didn't say anything more.Hades chuckled."What? Are you disappointed I didn't say I'd go with you?"Alanna glared at him and remained silent.That night, Alanna and Hades surprisingly didn't end up arguing.They talked until late into the night, from their first enco
Hades let out a slightly bitter laugh but didn't say anything.After parting with Chelsey, Hades lowered his gaze and said to Alanna."Ally, I won't let anything happen to you and our child."Alanna looked down and chuckled. Then, she said."Hades, sometimes promises don't make any difference."Hades chuckled. He knew what she meant.Indeed, it was his fault for not handling things properly at first.But now, even if he had to risk his life, he wouldn't let anything happen to them.Of course, he didn't voice his thoughts.Hades had arranged for Alanna to see a private doctor.After the check-up, the doctor enthusiastically pointed out. "Here is the head, and here is the baby's little buttocks. The baby looks very healthy."Alanna looked at the images on the computer screen and suddenly felt her nose tingle.This was her child, her own flesh and blood.She wiped a tear from the corner of her eye. "I'll definitely give birth to her healthy, right?"The doctor smiled. "Of co
Hades pulled her to the table."You don't have anyone to look after you, and I'm worried. You can't keep eating takeout all the time."Alanna glanced at him but remained silent.She had already stopped working at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.As her belly grew bigger, it became inconvenient for her to move around.She would deal with all the JM Group's affairs and Grayson's companies' affairs from home.Grayson had said he would find someone to help Alanna, but he ended up working for her himself.Watching Grayson clinging to Alanna every day, Hades was unhappy.But they only talked about work when they were together. So he couldn't bring himself to say anything else.Renee only found out about Alanna and Hades' story after she arrived in Brunstein City.Although she had jokingly tried to set those two up, she was still shocked upon learning they were actually dating now. Especially after seeing Hades, who used to be so aloof and intimidating, clinging to Alanna now, Ren
Alanna often saw him on TV and in the news."Just call him Grandpa."Alanna whispered, "Hello, Grandpa."Jeremy stared at Alanna and was slightly dazed. After a moment, he nodded. "Nice to meet you. Come visit us often in the future."Alanna smiled and agreed.Benedict then introduced her to the other family members.When they approached Jeff's third uncle, Gwyneth couldn't help rolling her eyes.She was about to say something when she saw Hades' gaze sweep over in their direction.She quickly swallowed the words on the tip of her tongue.Even now, she felt a pang in her heart whenever she saw Hades.It wasn't just Hades. She felt the same way towards Benedict and Jeff's parents.She wondered what kind of trick Alanna had used on them. They were treating a nobody like her better than her own daughter.Gwyneth muttered inwardly and walked away.After Benedict introduced Alanna to everyone, Jill pulled her aside."I heard from Hector that you've handed over all your work."
As soon as Alexander finished speaking, Hades sneered."Mr. Maxwell Senior, this matter was decided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the disciplinary committee. What does it have to do with Alanna?"Alexander's face instantly fell."Hades, no matter what, Holly is still your fiancée!"Hades' expression turned dark. "I have only proposed to one woman in my life, and that is Alanna. Mr. Maxwell Senior, you'll be humiliated if you insist on talking nonsense.""Hades, you ...""That's enough!" Benedict finally couldn't stand it anymore. He shouted, "Do you think the Summons Manor is a place where you can do as you please? If you don't want to stay here, then get out!"Alexander glanced at Hades and looked away.He then boldly went forward and presented the gift he prepared to Benedict."Mr. Simmons Senior, Holly has grown up under your care. She was indeed wrong about what happened last time. But I hope you won't ruin a child's future just like that."Benedict snorted. Befo