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
Alanna simply smiled. "Mrs. Simmons, Grandpa, Great-Grandpa, thank you for defending me earlier."She said with reddened eyes.Since she was young, she had envied other people's families.She envied others for having fathers. Later, she envied others for having fathers who didn't hit their mothers. Then, she envied others for having mothers.She had never experienced much family love.But she didn't expect that the Simmonses would defend her today. It was as if she were part of their family.Jill's heart ached even more.She approached Alanna and hugged her."Silly kid, we were just telling the truth."After coming out of the room, Hades pinched Alanna's chin and carefully wiped away her tears."Were you so touched by their words?"Alanna pushed his hands away. She did not know what was wrong with her. She just couldn't help but want to cry.She wiped her own tears. Just as she was about to say something, she heard someone calling her name."Alanna."Hudson saw Alanna and
Upon hearing Olivia's words, Holly felt a bit embarrassed."Mrs. Campbell Senior, I didn't mean it that way. I'm just reminding you that Alanna is not a simple woman. Whether you want to take it to heart or not is up to you."After saying that, she gracefully left with her wine glass.Olivia watched as Holly left, her expression gradually darkening.She might seem unfazed, but in fact, she was somewhat worried.Ever since she learned that Alanna from Northlight Group was a young and beautiful girl, she had been feeling somewhat uneasy.Today, Holly's words only added to her discomfort.She waved to the side, and a bodyguard approached her."Investigate everything Hudson did while he was in Jagersville."The bodyguard responded with a hum and left.After the birthday banquet officially started, Benedict summoned Alanna again.He introduced her to the prominent figures of Brunstein City.Seeing Benedict's attitude towards Alanna, everyone was delighted.Who knew she might be
Alanna wasn't sure how to respond to his words.Since the beginning, she didn't consider this child to be Hades' responsibility.In fact, she didn't even plan to let Hades know about the existence of this child at first.She understood that neither her efforts nor Hades' efforts could guarantee the child's safety.She knew better than anyone that the best way now was to go abroad, hide away from those people, and safely give birth to the child.Yet in her current position, if she didn't go on an assignment, going abroad would require layers of approval. Moreover, she would be supervised even if she went.Not to mention there had been no news of an assignment.Getting approval to go abroad was not that easy either.She quietly looked out the window.Her mind was full of the evil gaze of Cyrus' illegitimate child.Hades lightly brushed her cheek with his finger."Don't be afraid. I will protect both of you."Irritated, Alanna pushed his hand away.Hades' mood seemed to lit u
Hector remained silent. "Your overseas assignment might be postponed for the meantime.""What if I want to apply to go abroad for personal reasons?"Hector replied in a low voice, "You can try, but it will be difficult to get the approval. Also, the process will be lengthy."Alanna sighed softly. "Okay, I understand."Alanna hung up the phone. Hades also came out of the bathroom. He felt somewhat cold.After putting on a set of pajamas, he came to hug Alanna."Aren't you sleepy yet?"Alanna whispered, "Hades, our baby will be okay, right?"Hades hugged her tightly and responded after a while."Yes."Alanna didn't know when she fell asleep. Even in her sleep, her brows were furrowed.Feeling somewhat distressed, Hades hugged her tighter.He swore to himself that he wouldn't let anything happen to her this time.In the following days, Alanna remained busy.But she knew that Hades had arranged many people in the neighborhood.Literally everybody there was Hades' men.He al
Hades' gaze flickered. "You suspect that he asked you to work in the company to harm your mother?"Alanna nodded."Yes, but the only thing I can't figure out is that my mom had no connection with Edmund at all. Why would Edmund go to such lengths ..."Alanna spoke. Suddenly, she remembered something.Her face turned pale, and she grabbed Hades' hand."What about Tucker? Hades, did you discover anything about Tucker?"Tucker had once told her that her mother was being chased after by someone. Could that person be ... Edmund?Alanna's mind buzzed.She was frightened by her own thoughts.She had always thought that her mother had no connection with Edmund.But she forgot that her mother had amnesia and had no memory of what happened before meeting Tucker.She wondered if it was possible that her mother had known Edmund a long time ago.If that were the case, then everything would make sense.Edmund was after her mother, but Tucker saved her.Did Edmund think her mother was d
Alanna chuckled. "I don't need big breasts."Hades' eyes darkened. "Well, it's all for the benefit of me and our baby."Alanna replied, "It's for the baby."Hades raised an eyebrow. "But I've tasted them countless times already."Alanna snorted. "Can you stop being so shameless?"Hades was amused.It was snowing outside, so Hades drove cautiously.Hades had his bodyguards escort them.The journey, which normally took less than half an hour, took more than an hour today.Also, Hades had already made arrangements at the hospital.They entered through a private entrance and went directly to the doctor's examination room.After a series of examinations, it was almost noon.Gwyneth came out of the outpatient department and saw Hades walking out of the innermost consultation room with a woman in his arms.Although the woman was wearing a mask and a hat, Gwyneth immediately recognized her by her figure and aura. It was definitely Alanna.However, she thought Alanna's walking pos