014 Necklace

Annie carefully took out that necklace from the drawer and brought it to Alexander. "Here, it's for you!"

Alexander chuckled. What did he need this necklace for? He picked up the necklace, patted his thigh, and ordered, "Come here, sit!"

Annie blushed, hesitating as she stood there. However, under Alexander's gradually becoming dangerous gaze, she gritted her teeth and sat on his lap.

This man seemed to dislike anyone disobeying his commands! Alexander reached out, gently brushing aside her hair. In an instant, her neck, fair as jade, was revealed, subtly enticing. He pulled the chain, gently encircling her neck, rehanging the necklace around her.

"Wear it, you'll get used to it. I like seeing you wear it," he murmured softly in her ear, tenderly, almost like a lover's whisper, making Annie blush furiously. "Although Peter paid for it, I chose the style. This emerald complements your skin tone. From now on, don't take it off!" At Peter's suggestion, Annie could choose any piece of jewellery from the Phoenix Jewellery Store.

He guessed she wouldn't understand much about these things, so he went and picked it up for her. A mere million for the emerald, compared to Peter's tens of millions in net profits after the deal, wasn't much!

He knew Peter's intention of flattering him. Peter had chosen the right person; now, the flower in his embrace left him very satisfied! Lowering his head, he looked at her, seemingly unable to contain her shyness even after so many intimate encounters! Her fair and inviting skin beneath him tempted him to kiss. He started to kiss her neck.

The slightly chilly and smooth touch was intoxicating. "Ah—," she let out a soft exclamation. Her body, already tense, became even more so. She was immersed in Alexander's words earlier and hadn't reacted.

Alexander said for her to wear the necklace all the time, and she vaguely felt some deeper meaning in his words, but her limited brain couldn't grasp it. Her neck suddenly came under attack, and she snapped out of it.

She gently moved her neck, evading his kisses. Her slender hand lay by her side, wanting to touch her neck to block his endless kisses. Yet, the sad reality reminded her to behave and not anger him.

She endured it, biting her lip, her face turning red. But his actions became more and more audacious. His big hand embraced her slender waist, beginning to knead it not too gently, suggesting something.

One hand moved along her flat abdomen, slowly reaching her chest. Behind her, his kisses had now landed on her back shoulder. That fiery breath swept over her sensitive shoulder, making her shiver. "Stop—," she uttered softly, a hint of helplessness in her voice. Her narrow eyes slightly blushed, displaying both shyness and the humiliation of not knowing how to handle the situation. In an instant, he stopped all his actions.

His big hand twisted her body effortlessly, making her tearful face appear under his gaze. He looked at her deeply. Although she lowered her eyes, she could feel his gaze fixed on her, somewhat intense, yet profound.

"Let's eat!" He abruptly said, kissing her forehead, patting her buttocks, and pushing her away.

She stood up in a fluster, softly muttered "oh," and sat opposite him, grabbing the toast she had left earlier and stuffing it into her mouth carelessly. Taking a bite, she felt uneasy and unable to enjoy her food. Because she still felt his gaze following her like a shadow, making her body feel warm, yet she didn't understand why!

"What's fun in New London?" After the meal, he suddenly said this. Annie blinked in confusion. He raised an eyebrow. "Your father said you're familiar with New London, so today, let this guide of yours take me to play!"

Annie's face blushed slightly. Her father was just deceiving people. Although she was a born and bred New London native, how could she be familiar with this place? School and home—a linear routine left her with barely any chance to go out and have fun.

But she couldn't expose her father's lie in front of him! She pursed her lips, lowered her head, and her long eyelashes trembled slightly in panic. The park?! That seemed a bit odd, as it was a place where couples or families usually went! Her and him... it just felt odd! The zoo?!... That seemed to be a place only children were enthusiastic about! Then... going to the Martyrs' Memorial... that seemed even more peculiar! It felt completely out of place for someone like Alexander to go to such a place... ...

Annie thought through the places she had been, shaking her head each time. Suddenly, she realized that the gap between her and him wasn't just about age! Finally, she reluctantly suggested a place. "Let's go to Blue Lake; we can climb mountains there!" Mountain climbing seemed like an activity suitable for people of any age.

Seeing him nod, she finally breathed a sigh of relief. But when they arrived at Blue Lake, she regretted it.