My Pretty Sweetheart (Arianna)

Josiah knitted his brows as he stared at me. His dark eyes were scrutinizing me as if he was trying to know the truth.

I was composed. I sat quietly and let him size me up.

After a few moments, he parted his lips and agreed, "Okay!"

"Thank you, Doctor Saunders!" There was no need for explanations when dealing with smart people. With just a knowing glance, they would understand everything.

After the waiter served the dishes, he glanced at me and asked meaningfully, "Miss Reid, you're smart. Have you been laying low?"

I chuckled. "I'm flattered. It's just a way to survive. Besides, Hendrix and I are not fit for each other. It's not the right time to have a baby."

He tried some food and he seemed very satisfied. He turned his attention back to me and asked, "When are you going to leave?"

I was taken aback. I looked up to meet his eyes. In truth, I was shocked. I was planning to get rid of the baby before filing a divorce. I planned to leave Ucrebury but I was not sure where I should go. To my surprise, he guessed all my plans.

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suggestion. I nodded and responded, "I will consider it!" Although Andoland was not as prosperous as

my treat. However, he paid the bill in advance. We left the restaurant together and I stared at him. I promised, "I owe you one. I'll treat

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because I did not know how

was getting late and I should go back. I was walking to my car when he suddenly asked, "Have you decided when you're

to glance at him

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at me. "Does

my head and added, "I don't

but did not express

car. I did not want to speak more, thus I bid

I did not get out of the car. Instead, I took