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Anita sighed in frustration, and apologetically excused herself from Rhea before rising up and following after her mother.When Anita got outside, she saw her mother trying to wave down a cab. She pinched the bridge of her nose to control her frustration before she rushed to her mother, and brought down her hand to prevent her from actually stopping a cab.“Mom, what do you think you’re doing?” She demanded. “How can you possibly consider apologizing to Ophelia Blackwell when we did nothing wrong!”“Nothing wrong?!” Regina whipped around to face Anita, bristling. “I agree that I did nothing wrong, but you? All this wouldn’t have been happening if you had just accepted the Blackwells’ marriage proposal!” She threw her hands up in exasperation .“Mom—” Anita began, her expression falling in disbelief, but Regina didn’t let her finish as she continued,“Your stubbornness is about to leave us homeless, and I won’t stand here and do nothing about it! Enough is enough!” She snapped, and wit
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Adrian turned towards the sound of Ophelia’s voice, and he stared at her blankly, unable to recall who she was.The chauffeur fidgeted as he replied to her question. “Ma’am, I was just telling this man,” he gestured to Adrian, “to pay a compensation for the scratch he caused on the car.It was at this time that Ophelia finally turned to look at Adrian, her expression a mix of contempt, derision and distaste as she assessed him from head to toe.“You…are the fool who bumped into my car?” She questioned, her tone demeaning.Adrian’s expression remained blank, even though his jaw ticked at the word ‘fool’ she had addressed him as. “I bumped into your car, yes. But, I’m not a fool, so I’d advise you watch what you call me.”“Excuse me,” Ophelia bristled, her eyes flashing with surprise then anger as she felt insulted. Nobody had ever spoken to her with so much audacity before, not even Anita Davies, who she was incredibly pissed with.“How dare you talk to me in such a manner?!” She explo
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Adrian noticed the panicked expression on Regina’s face and the gentle tapping of Anita’s finger on his arm. It was then he realized that he had gotten carried away. He loosened his grip on Regina’s wrist and let go of her hand, which dropped limply to her side as she stared dumbfounded, reeling from the shock of what had just happened.Regina regained her composure, and a wild look of fury flashed through her eyes as she narrowed them at Adrian, then whipped to the side to look at Anita. “Did you see that?” She spat, shooting a finger at Adrian. “He almost broke my arm! Me! That’s the kind of animal you have as a husband!”Ethan, seeing as Regina was incredibly displeased with Anita, decided to interfere and add more fuel to the fire. “What kind of a man treats his mother-in-law in such a manner,” he shook his head distastefully. “You know,” he continued, “when Anita told me she was married, I expected a competition of some sort. But, seeing you right now…” he paused, his eyes scan
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Anita stared blankly at Ethan, his words passing over her head. There was nothing she hated more than pompous spoilt brats who think the world revolves around them. She simply ignored him as though he didn’t say anything. This infuriated Ethan, and his eyes narrowed at her. “I see you’re still being stubborn, huh? Don’t come begging when it’s too late, because then I won’t be as considerate.” Regina, getting fed up with Anita’s insistent stubbornness stomped up to her and grabbed her arm, her fingernails slightly digging into her skin. “Anita, what’s wrong with you? Why are you making things so difficult for us? Just apologize, and agree to their demands so we can get our house back!” Anita winced and looked at her mother, her expression contorting into one of pain. “Mom, stop hurting me because of these people for crying out loud!” She snapped, yanking her hand forcefully from Regina’s grip. Regina’s eyes narrowed and she turned to glare at Adrian. She was about to lash out
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Regina gasped audibly as she watched Adrian take Blaze down with a single hit. Ophelia and Ethan also wore the same expressions. Even Anita looked surprised, but hers was more of an impressed look than anything else.“Ethan was the first to voice out his disbelief. “H-how was he able to do that? That’s just not possible! Blaze was our strongest and most skilled martial artist for goodness sakes.”“I-I don’t know,” Ophelia stammered, her eyes with bewilderment. “I’m also as surprised as you are.”Anita on the other hand, rushed to Adrian’s side before Regina could stop her, and her eyes quizzically searched his face. “Adrian, that was amazing. But, how were you able to take a man twice your size down with so much ease?”Adrian shrugged as if what he had done was not a big deal. “I’ve been taking martial arts training. I guess I’ve mastered more than I thought.”Ethan stomped his foot on the ground, seeing as his plan to teach Adrian a lesson had a fallen through. His face darkened wi
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Harold responded with a text immediately. “Yes, young master. I’ll do that right away.” Adrian was about to keep his phone back in his pocket when he remembered that he also had to get his mother a house, so he typed in another text message to Harold. “Arrange a smaller villa for my mom as well. Ensure it is in very close proximity to mine.” After sending the text, he kept his phone back in his pocket and raised his head to face Anita. “I just texted a good friend of mine,” he began, smoothly coming up with a believable story that wouldn’t leave her skeptical, “who is a real estate agent and explained our current situation to him. He has agreed to let us stay in one of the houses he is managing for a client who lives abroad but needs someone to live in the house and take care of it.” The worry lines on Anita’s forehead eased and a surprised yet relieved expression settled on her face. “Really? That’s great! I was so scared we would be left stranded on the streets.” Regina, w
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Adrian choked on his breath at Regina’s words, and he cleared his throat as his eyes flickered to Harold, who was already looking at him for guidance.Adrian thought about what he should do for a bit. If he told Harold to come up with another big-shot with a ‘Y’ initial then it would only increase the lies he had been feeding Anita and her family. But, if he told him to do otherwise, Regina and Anita might fit the pieces of the puzzle together and find out he’s the big shot. He pondered this for a moment longer before coming up with a decision.He focused his attention back on Harold, and mouthed to him to tell them the truth without revealing his identity. Meanwhile, Anita caught unto this action, and her brows furrowed as she looked at Adrian curiously.“Adrian, is there something you’re hiding from us? Do you know the owner of this villa?”Adrian shook his head instantly. “No…not at all. It’s only Harold that knows.”Anita’s expression was still suspicious. “Then why were you giv
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The next day, Anita was organizing some folders on her laptop when she received an email from Rhea informing her that the proposal she sent the previous day had been approved, and that she should come to the Alpha group for further discussion and signing of the contract. Anita squealed in delight as she read Rhea’s email, feeling extremely ecstatic that her proposal met Alpha group’s standards even though she had only sent a draft. Adrian was still sleeping when he overheard Anita’s squeal of delight and he sat up on the bed, his vision still slightly hazy as his brow cocked at her. “Care to share what has got you so excited this morning?” Anita’s cheeks tinged red as she turned the laptop towards Adrian to show him the email from Rhea. “I just got this mail saying my proposal for the Alpha group contract has been approved.” The corner of Adrian’s lips tugged as he read the contents of the mail, and he was pleased to see that Rhea was acting efficiently. He glanced up at Anit
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Henry and Evelyn froze like deers caught in headlights as Adrian’s voice echoed throughout the hall. All eyes turned to them, and in that moment, they wished the ground would open up and swallow them whole. Evelyn was the first to regain her composure, and she instantly replied with a nervous chuckle. “Yes…but the thing is…” She trailed off as she scrambled for an excuse to give, and then it hit her. She quickly jabbed Henry’s stomach with her elbow, and the moment he winced, she wrapped an arm around his shoulder. “Henry suddenly developed a stomach upset!” She announced dramatically. “I need to take him to the hospital right away.” Henry immediately caught up to her plan and clutched onto his stomach, feigning more pained groans. “Ouch…it hurts.” Adrian cocked a brow as he instantly saw through their lies, and luckily for him, he was already two steps ahead. “That’s too bad,” he smacked his teeth in feigned sympathy. But then his expression lit up. “Fortunately, we have a
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The hall was thrown into a panic-filled frenzy as Natalie pulled the trigger, and everyone’s heart lodged in their mouths as they dreaded what they’d see.As soon as the gun fired, Adrian stepped in front of Anita, completely shielding her.The world around him blurred as a sudden feeling overtook him and he saw the bullet moving in slow motion.His hand instinctively shot out and before he could even process it, the bullet got trapped between his fingers.The hot metal of the bullet would have seared the hand of an ordinary human, but Adrian was far from ordinary. The moment he realized he had caught the bullet, the world around him returned to normal.Natalie’s eyes widened in disbelief. “H-How..?” The words fell from her lips, but she didn’t complete them as she pulled the trigger again, with more force this time.Luckily for her, she had been wise enough to load the gun with more than one bullet.Adrian saw the second bullet coming and in one swift motion, he caught it with his o
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As soon as Adrian made the announcement, all eyes turned to Anita, who looked completely stunned that the spotlight was on her.Adrian extended his hand toward her, a charming smile gracing his lips. “Come, Anita. Come to me.”Anita did her best to maintain a composed smile, hiding her unease as she gracefully approached Adrian.Regina and Vincent followed closely behind, their expressions equally confused.Anita was endowed in a shimmering, diamond studded powder-blue gown which had a thigh-high slit that revealed glimpses of her slender, toned legs as she walked.Her brown hair was styled in bouncy waves, and her beautiful features became more striking with the minimal makeup she had on.The guests all let out collective gasps as the spotlight followed her.Her flawless face, luscious hair, and the stunning dress made her seem like she had descended straight from heaven. Adrian was captivated by her radiating beauty, and couldn’t stop smiling.When Anita finally reached him and pla
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The hug between Regina and Adrian lasted for a few seconds before Regina pulled back, and all the while Adrian’s eyes protruded from their sockets.He couldn’t just hide his shock.Regina’s hands lingered on his arms as she stared at him with affection. “I never thought I'd say this,” she admitted with a chuckle. “But I’m very grateful to you. I misjudged you, and I apologize for ever underestimating you.”It took Adrian a moment to regain his composure, and when he did, he offered Regina a warm smile. “It’s fine, mother-in-law. I’m just glad I’ve finally earned your approval.”Regina nodded. “I’m glad too. I hope this marks a new beginning between us moving forward.”And with that, Anita and her father joined in the hug to seal the emotional moment of reconnection and reconciliation.>>>>>The Engagement Day…The party was already in swing, although the main event hadn’t yet begun because Anita hadn't yet arrived.Dignitaries from all over Wibston were gathered in the grandiose hal
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Anita’s eyes widened as her legs twitched again…and again. “Oh my God!” Her breath hitched as she regained sensation in her limbs. “I can feel my legs! I can feel my legs!”Regina and Vincent froze, their gazes gluing to her trembling limbs in pure disbelief.“You can feel your legs?” Regina echoed shakily. Anita nodded frantically as her fingers dug into the sofa while her legs kept twitching uncontrollably. When Adrian felt like he had transferred enough energy to Anita’s spine, he let go of her hand.A deep breath escaped his mouth as he felt the drain of energy from his body. His vision blurred for a moment before stabilizing, and when he finally looked at Anita, she was staring at him in awe.“How do you feel now?” He asked in a slightly hoarse voice.Anita let out an incredulous laugh. “My legs…I can feel them.” Her voice sounded very excited. “I can even move my toes. Look…”She demonstrated her words by wiggling them, her eyes shining with childlike wonder. “Good.” Adrian
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Adrian maintained a serious expression as he met Anita’s confused gaze. “I have…abilities,” he confessed.Anita blinked, and she removed her hands from Adrian’s grip. “What?” Adrian inhaled and continued. “After coming in contact with the mystic scroll of an ancient Chinese grandmaster, I gained martial arts and healing abilities. I want to help you walk again, if you’ll let me.”There was a brief silence before Anita’s face contorted in deeper confusion. “This doesn’t make sense. How can a scroll give you abilities?”“Do you think we’re fools or something?” Regina scoffed from behind Adrian. “I thought you had changed from your slimy ways, but it seems I overestimated you.”“I have to agree with my wife on this one, son,” Vincent added with a frown. “Making a joke out of Anita’s condition is highly insensitive. I expected better from you.”Anita’s eyes glistened as she stared at Adrian with hurt written all over her face. “I can’t believe you would play with my feelings like this?
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The next day, Anita and Adrian sat in their living room at the Glorious Garden Estate, waiting for Anita’s parents to arrive.Anita’s heart pounded and she placed a hand on her chest, taking in deep breaths in a bid to calm it.Adrian noticed her anxiousness and squeezed her hand, though his was a bit sweaty. Today wasn’t just about Anita’s pregnancy revelation, it was also the day he’d propose to her and reveal his abilities. He tried his best to keep himself calm, despite how almost impossible it seemed.The moment Anita saw Regina and Vincent coming down the stairs, her nerves skyrocketed and she tightened her hand around his.“Breathe, Anita. It’ll all go smoothly,” Adrian whispered to her, though it felt more like he was assuring himself.Regina’s gaze landed on them the moment she reached the foot of the stairs, and her steps slowed as she narrowed her eyes suspiciously.“What’s going on?” She voiced out as her eyes alternated between their awkward expressions. Vincent, on th
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The sales lady paused in her tracks at Evelyn’s words, and her eyes nervously darted to Adrian, unsure of what to do. “Sir…”“Ignore her,” Adrian interjected in an indifferent tone. “Just get me the ring. Whatever the price is, I’ll pay.”The saleslady nodded and was about to take another step forward when Evelyn dragged her back by the collar. You dare ignore me?!” Evelyn hissed with her hands raised in a bid to slap the lady, but Adrian quickly intercepted the hit by catching her wrist mid-air.He flung it back to her side, and gave her a hard stare. “Don’t lay your hand on her again. You have no right to.”The last shred of control in Henry snapped and he lunged at Adrian, grabbing him by the collar.“How dare you lay your filthy hands on my girlfriend!” He spat, his eyes shooting lasers at Adrian’s face. “It seems you must be seeking death!”Adrian’s gaze flickered down to Henry’s hand fisting his collar, then back up to meet his glare. “You have exactly five seconds to get your
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Three days later…Anita was finally discharged from the hospital, and Adrian took her back to their house. There was another emotional reunion; this time between Anita and her father, Vincent, who had just returned from a spiritual center, where he had gone to pray for her speedy recovery. He wasn’t happy to see his daughter in a wheelchair, but was grateful she was alive nonetheless.Speaking of Anita’s condition, Adrian had tried to heal her back at the hospital, but his attempts had failed.He restlessly wondered why until Grandmaster Xu appeared to him in a dream-like trance and told him that his abilities would only work on Anita if she knew about them….and believed in them.Because to be healed, one had to believe.Therefore, Adrian came up with an elaborate plan to break the news to her.He would do it as part of the special birthday package he had organized for her. A package that included his proposal and the lavish engagement party he had promised her some weeks ago.Her a
