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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go to Andoland. It's a great place to live," he suggested. He seemed to be full. He set down his cutlery and wiped his lips elegantly with

"I will consider it!" Although Andoland was not as prosperous as Ucrebury, it would be great for slow living.

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 treat you

replied, "I hope we can

smiled because I did

I was walking to my car when he suddenly asked, "Have you decided when you're getting the

to glance at him

should

at me. "Does Hendrix

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

frowned but did not

noticed that he was standing beside his car. I did not want to speak more, thus I bid him farewell and drove back to the

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