My Pretty Sweetheart (Arianna)

"I'm hanging up!" Hendrix said solemnly.

I stood behind him and stared at his broad back. My heart hurt. I thought that after four years, I had finally come to terms with everything, and that I was okay. Apparently, the pain had only been deeply concealed.

Noticing that there was someone behind him, he turned around. His handsome face was filled with sorrow and pain.

Instantly, he switched back into his usual gentle demeanor. He looked at me and smiled. "You're awake! Are you hungry?"

I shook my head. I slowly walked up to him and leaned myself into his embrace, in search of a sense of security. "I'm fine, Hendrix."

I was really fine; I just don't have full control over my emotions at times.

He hugged me and patted me on the back, as if coaxing a child. "I know. Just get some rest, everything will be okay."

between Hendrix and Nerissa was something that

the office for several days, handed everything over

the

two of them were just chatting initially, but for

to get involved. However, upon hearing how loud they were becoming, I couldn't help but exit the bedroom to take

"She'll destroy you. The women from the rich and powerful families in Jarold City are all outstanding, why must you choose her? You and Irvin have been in conflict with each other for years when both of you could've advanced together and become partners, striving towards the top. Why must you fight with each other over

love her!" Hendrix yelled back. His back was facing me, so

me for a long time. In the past seven years, I've never heard Hendrix say 'I

the

and firm voice,

without me, but rather it is I who can't be without her. Even if she really becomes a senseless lunatic, I'll still protect her. As long as she stays by my side, no matter what

shook her head

a blank expression and a low voice, Hendrix said, "You have no idea what she looked like when I first met her in the University of Ucrebury; she was sparkling. She had the sweetest smile when she married me. But in seven years, I singlehandedly turned her from the jolliest girl into who she is today. So, anyone has the right to