Abbie was stunned for a moment and thought that she had misread. Her hand then subconsciously touched the tattoo to clarify what she had seen.
Michael’s body stiffened at this and reached out to hold Abbie’s hand while he turned around to face her slowly.
His gaze on her was gentle, and this made Abbie’s heartbeat sped up and flushed.
“Michael…”
With the call of his name, Michael leaned towards her without hesitation and pressed his lips against Abbie’s while she blinked her eyes blankly.
She did not move or push him away but just stared at Michael as she was taken aback. Her head was clouded with uncontrollable thoughts and they were coming at her all at once.
Moments she spent with Michael played through her mind like a movie, flashing through one after another. Abbie could not comprehend them all in that instant, so she could only continue to stare at Michael, who was still kissing her.
Michael, on the other hand, was delighted that Abbie did not give him a big slap on the face, so he boldly reached out to hold her head and deepened the kiss.
Meanwhile, outside, William wrapped his arms around Valeria’s waist as they strolled along the beach leisurely. After wandering for quite some time, they paused as they reached the spot where they got engaged.
The sun had set and there was a cooling sea breeze across the beach. The sound of hurling waves had added to the remake of the scene where the couple got engaged. William let out a sigh and said, “It’s nice to travel back in time.”
Valeria, who was cuddled against William, wrapped her arms around his neck gently and said, “William, did I look dumb that day?”
“Yes, you were so cute!”
“You’re so mean!” Valeria felt embarrassed as she thought about how she laughed hysterically when William told her that he was the president of Wolf Group at the villa.
“You had the chance to straighten things up but you chose to keep things to yourself instead. You’re lucky that your wife has a big heart, or else you would have been as good as dead!”
“I did try to explain myself but you did not buy it. However, honey, you would still love me even if I were a nobody, right?”
“Yes. I love you to the moon and back!” Valeria moved closer towards William and continued, “But, hubby, I’m curious about something. Do you think that I’m dumb and not much to look at?”
“Hmm… you’re just a tiny bit silly. However, there wouldn’t be any beauties in the world if my wife is deemed to be unattractive!”
Valeria indulged herself in joy as William praised her. She took the lead by kissing him first. William followed her pace and they were soon immersed in a round of hot kisses. After some time, William let her go while panting and said, “It’s going to be a rough night for me.”
“Why?”
“You’re on your period now, so that means I can’t touch you tonight. It’s practically a living hell for me!”
“Look at you being childish again,” Valeria reached out to nudge his head gently. “Can’t you behave yourself just a little, considering Abbie and Michael are visiting as guests?”
William caressed her head lovingly and replied, “There won’t be any action for me tonight, but Michael will have a great time. We shall wait and see.”
“Are you sure?”
“If he behaves like me, he’ll definitely get laid.”
“You’re a bad influence! Were you the one behind his tricks?”
“I don’t have to teach him anyway. They are both experts in this field since long ago and now, they are just having a trip down memory lane.”
Valeria pinched William and said, “Not in my watch. I’m heading back to have a look. What if Abbie doesn’t like the idea?”
“Come on, don’t worry about it!”
“No, I need to see things for myself.”
Then, Valeria dragged William back to the villa. Inside, the lights were still on, but there was no one in the living room and dining area.
William halted Valeria as she wanted to head upstairs and said, “Honey, I don’t you should, you might ruin their moment!”
“I’m not that senseless! Just a quick peek, that’s all.”
Then, they tip-toed their way to the top floor and as they passed the guest room, they could hear light panting from inside.
Valeria’s eyes widened at this while William picked her up swiftly and brought her to the master bedroom.
After they closed the door behind them, Valeria looked at William sullenly and said, “Abbie… Why don’t I feel happy for her? Ugh, I’m just pissed that Michael is already engaged and has a fiancé!”
“Look at you. I assume Abbie had said the same thing to you before, right? She must have been like this too when she knew that you were dating a playboy like me, right?”
Valeria was speechless after hearing William’s reply. He then poked Valeria’s head and continued, “I can assure you that I am loyal to you from the very beginning. Abbie probably said that I slept around and was unfaithful to you, right? Now, you’re pointing a finger towards Michael when you have no proof at all. You can’t always believe what you hear, Valeria.”
Valeria rolled her eyes at him and said, “Oh, so you’re the victim now? Your reputation was dreadful to begin with!”
“I’m just telling you to not judge a book by its cover, that’s all!”
“Alright, alright, enough already! Setting others up is all you do all day.” Valeria laid down sullenly while William smiled and gave her a peck before replying, “Don’t be mad at me, alright? I have a surprise for you tomorrow. Let me make up for today, alright?”
“Really?” Valeria’s eyes lit up immediately and looked at William with excitement.
“Nope, just kidding. Look at you being all greedy!” William smiled while letting out a sigh.
Meanwhile, Ronald had indeed prepared Savannah’s favorite mutton stew for dinner when she arrived at his apartment.
Savannah had no appetite despite having a table full of her favorite dishes in front of her, but she still willed herself to eat with Ronald with a forced smile.
She distinctly knew that Ronald had other intentions as he couldn’t possibly invite her over just to have dinner.
She suppressed her feelings of disgust towards Ronald and intended to play along with him for the time being. She planned to drug him at the right time later, so she could have ample time to execute her plan.
However, she seemed to have underestimated Ronald as she felt that there was something wrong with the stew. It wasn’t long before she had forgotten her initial plan as they eventually got wild and proceeded to make love instead.
It was raw and intense, and they slept through the night after the mighty war ended.
At ten the next morning, Savannah awakened to the sun hanging high. She checked her phone subconsciously, and on her screen was an announcement about Valeria’s party that was happening tonight.
It was only then that Savannah recalled what she had planned to do today, so she tip-toed her way to the kitchen while Ronald was still sleeping soundly. She had grasped his preferences after all this time spent together with him, so she knew that milk was his favorite drink in the morning.
She poured a glass of milk and swiftly added the drug that she had brought along with her yesterday. Then, she brought the glass into their bedroom.
“Baby, have a glass of milk before going back to dreamland,” Savannah spoke to Ronald in a gentle voice.
Ronald opened his eyes at her voice and took over the glass from Savannah without hesitation. In one gulp, he drained the milk without even blinking.
Savannah smiled charmingly as she looked at the empty glass and said, “You should rest more. I’ll whip us up a meal.”
After that, she left the room and pretended to head into the kitchen while Ronald sneered behind her, watching her leaving figure.
He was grateful that William had warned him about Savannah beforehand, or else he would have fallen into the trap of that ruthless woman. Because he knew she was up to something, he had swapped the sleeping drug that Savannah had brought with her with some flour.
This was a perfect opportunity to seek his revenge on her! He intended to return the favor considering the efforts she had made to set him up.