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.

paused before replying, "Maybe in two months. I haven't decided where I should go."

to be full. He set down

Although Andoland was not as prosperous as Ucrebury, it would be

was supposed to be 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

shoulder and replied, "I hope we can have our next dinner

was stunned. I merely smiled because I did not know

I should go back. I was walking to my car when he suddenly asked, "Have you decided when

turned to glance at

my mind, I should get it done as soon as

looked at me. "Does Hendrix

doesn't!" I shook my head and added,

did not express

I did not want to speak more, thus I bid

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