Chapter 22

Antonio's POV

"You're out of your mind." I snapped back and stared at her unbelievably.

"Antonio... I need you."

"You know what Anna, I'm not going to deal with this. I wish you a speed recovery but you and I are never going to be together. Why can't you get that through your thick head?"

I walked out the room and left her calling after me with a broken voice and tears behind it.

I found Melissa in the waiting area having a cup of coffee. She handed one to me and held my hand as she stood up.

"Are we leaving already?" She asked, studying my face.

I nodded yes and together, we headed for the car.

"Mr. Kissle, do you wish for me to do the laundry today?" Elizabeth asked.

I was sitting in the living room on my computer.

"Oh... umm, no Elizabeth. You can do so tomorrow and please don't worry, Melissa would get you another assistant very soon."

I was slightly exhausted and emotionally drained from all the drama that had surfaced in my life recently.