Shadows Of A Forgotten Spring

Chapter 67

Alexander stepped out of the car, his tall commanding frame moving with a fluidity that only increased his unapproachable. aura. Cold, distant, and untouchable, he was as always-a man cut from stone and wrapped around divinity. The sharp scent of alcohol wafted to her as he passed, without so much as a look in her direction, his shoes clicking rhythmically against the floor

"Alexander," Annie called, spinning on her heels to follow him inside. The joy and excitement that had filled her heart since the evening began to waver under the weight of his indifference I've been waiting for you." He didn't stop, his pace steady, his broad shoulders rigid.

"I prepared your supper," she added, quickening her steps to keep up. The silence between them was unbearable, pressing against her like a suffocating weight

"I'm not hungry. Annie," he said flatly, his voice slurred slightly but tinged with something deeper-sadness. He didn't even bother to look back at her as he made his way to the living room

Annie let out a heavy sigh, frustration mingling with disappointment. She quickened her pace, determined to get his attention. "I need to talk to you about the Aurora Honors," she sail, her voice sharper now.

Alexander stopped, momentarily, his shoulders tightening. He turned his head to the side, and his eyes clouded with alcohol. "What else is there now to talk about? Your clothes have been tailored with one of the best stylists and makeup artist has been paid in advance and every little thing on your list has been ticked off

disdain in his tone cut, but Annie pushed through. This was too important. "Lneed to go for something different," she said, instantly softening, imploring. I'm sure you've heard about the CEO of W2 HOLDINGS making an appearance at the event. That changes everything. I need to look my best as your wife, she

turned cold. He reached into his pocket and drew out his black card, slapping it onto the coffee table with a careless

Her pride wouldn't let her. It's not just about the dress, Alexander, she said, her tone firmer now. "We need to be seen together in advance to make an impression and also, you need to

that her secret security team was keeping an eye on her children, who were in different departments and on different floors of the hospital, Emma stepped outside. The warm breeze greeted her, but it did little to soothe the nervous energy humming beneath her skin. She spotted Jaden leaning casually against his sleek sports car, the metallic sheen of the vehicle glinting under the sun. His smile was effortless, his appeal irresistible as he stepped forward to open the door for her with all the grace of a storybook gentleman. "Morning, ma'am," he teased, his voice light yet laced with a warmth that did flutter her heart. He stared at her as if he was seeing her for the first time, and the

hop in. He revved the engine with confident smirk on his face, and without any hesitation, they sped out of

couldn't remember the last tirpe she'd sat in a car with loud music blaring, with the wind in her hair and a man next to her. Sure, Brandon often drove her and the kids, but those moments were practical, mature, and filled with

head to the beat of the music. Jaden glanced over at her, his eyes catching the way she moved,

a beat in an unimaginable

1/2

Dec 17

0

as they pulled up in front of one of the most renowned fashion houses in the world. She stepped out of the car, her heels