The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

Chapter 1155

Anna suddenly raised her voice, startling the two men in the room.

Seeing Anna's strong reaction, Arnold instantly understood the unspoken tension between her and Soren.

Soren, on the other hand, felt a sinking feeling in his heart the moment he saw Anna's eagerness to clarify the misunderstanding. Was she that worried Arnold might misinterpret their relationship?

The title "Captain" suddenly irked Soren, even though it was what Anna should call him. He found himself increasingly agitated by it.

"Captain, huh?" Arnold sensed the tension and positioned himself between them. "If that's the case, maybe it's better to keep a distance. What if people get the wrong idea?"

Soren glanced at Arnold, his hostility evident, unaware that this only fueled Arnold's excitement.

Anna was terrified of a confrontation between Soren and Arnold. Despite Arnold's stature, he wasn't exactly known for his physical strength. A fight would undoubtedly end in Soren's favor, and how could she explain that to Arnold's parents? Interrupting their standoff, Anna asked, "Arnold, what did you need to see me about? Why did you even come up?"

"You didn't see my message about my mom inviting us over for dinner? I came to pick you up," Arnold replied.

Anna had missed the message, having fallen asleep lost in thoughts of Soren's enticing 'goodnight.'

Blushing at the memory, she found herself at a loss for words.

Soren, unaware of her turmoil, assumed her blush was from excitement about visiting Arnold's house. Deciding to leave, he said, "Well, I won't keep you. Thanks for last night; I'll handle the lab work." He left before Anna could respond, leaving her frozen in place.

at? My parents are waiting, and my dad came back from abroad

interaction, felt his last hopes

eyes, prompting her urge to explain, which Arnold quickly

need to buy groceries," Arnold said, pulling Anna's hand and

Anna wouldn't have to endure a life of uncertainty

arriving at Arnold's, his parents greeted Anna warmly. "It's been so long,

ever. Look at you, all

stand out here, come in. We can catch

buzzed

to discuss with Anna, leaving Arnold feeling

college, Anna? Have you been dating anyone?" Brooke offered Anna a glass

decided against lying to Brooke.

your career. That's good," Brooke commended, "It's important for young women to prioritize their careers." Whispering to Anna, Brooke

smiling

of dating led Brooke to

Brooke's words stopped him. "You don't give us any worries, unlike some. If only you were half as straightforward, I'd be grateful." Arnold, facing his mother's stern look, calmly responded, "I have my plans for my personal life. Please

can I not

you're not into girls, fine, but you won't even bring a boyfriend home. Are we not

tension rise, having not

down, reassured Anna with a knowing look, "It's always the girls

you still haven't brought her over?" Anna was genuinely surprised.