It’s Love That Blinds Him – Chapter 49

It was only the second day after Malcolm had made his public proposal, and the newspapers had already written pages of articles about it. Most of the headlines were along the lines of; “The CEO of the Evans Group proposed to a female organizer at the press conference”, “the CEO of the Evans Group proposed with a two-carat pink diamond” or “the CEO of the Evans Group proposed but the lady left hanging.”

The quiet life that Lucia was used to living disappeared almost overnight. His days were now filled with dodging nosy reporters or dealing with endless rumors from his friends and colleagues. Most of her loved ones showered her with congratulations.

Lucia felt helpless. She hadn’t even accepted the engagement; why were they congratulating her? If things continued like this, the next rumor would be that she was pregnant. No matter how patient a person was, no matter how strong their will, eventually things like this would drive them crazy.

understood the stars’ hatred of the paparazzi. She hated them too. No matter where she went, there were always cameras.

Lucia prayed silently.

shadows of the station, she breathed a huge sigh of relief.

ry frustrating.

gnized that voice.

rt began to pound in his chest again and the muscles in his legs tensed. She was tired of running now. If it was a journalist,

eak.

ou.

“I hide from journalists,” she said wearily.

there, and there’s no way for them to get in. Or you could stay here. It looks like you’re safe; for now,” Kathryn said teasingly as she looked around the station.

greeing without a moment’s hesitation.

romantic atmosphere. She loved the way the house was surrounded by trees, grasses and various species of flowers. She could gaze at the gardens below through the large bay windows, or feel the sun on her skin through the glass roof of the top floor. This was what she called living . Staying in one of those cement box

with Kathryn, the two packed onto the subway and headed to the next station. This n t was not a long drive, and before long, they were standing at the gate of the secure villa c

ou like i

Lucia said.

th a hint of sadness in her voice.

’s thoughts. “Would you like to tell me a little more about him?” She couldn’t deny that she was curious.

ink tea, and sit around in the sun; like you said. But when everything gets cold and stony, it’s like he lives in a different world from the rest of us,” Kathryn said slowly, as if making sure correctly remembering every detail.

cheerful, and the next moment he was aggressive and angry. One day he was as hot as a day he summer, the next day, it was like a cold winter night.

id he

the construction. He only bought the house because from me,” Kathryn said, and for a moment she seemed alone.

ow how to comfort her.

a chuckle and a dismissive wave of her hand.

n was the pet, pacing around an empty house, waiting the return of its owner, exasperated, but powerless to do anything.

days. Lucia couldn’t help but think of her assistant, Mae, who believed she had a special affinity with the Tarot. Sometimes Lucia wished she could be as frivolous and naive as some of the other girls. But after working for so many years, life had lost its romance and she was only faced with the harsh reality of everyday life.

also very beautiful. As she carefully flipped through the pages, she came to appreciate the intricate designs and art the book had to offer. Lucia was about to turn the page when her hand suddenly froze, and she looked down at the photo in front of her, dazed.

his mother had left him. Lucia couldn’t be sure if they were the same or not, but if they weren’t, they were painfully similar. But the craftsmanship and carving on the edges were so reminiscent that they were either the same box or th

he book and brought it closer to

also interested in divination?” Kathryn asked as she came to stand behind Lucia with the glass of water in her hand.

I have,” Lucia said, pointing to the photo in the book. “Oh

sked in surprise.

Also? What do you mean too? Do you have one too?” Lucia looked up at Catherine an

x anyway. Hey, maybe I can visit you and take a look at the box next time. What do you think?” Catherine asked, looking down.

it to you.” Lucy nodded.

must have been some sort of coincidence. Why else would Sophia be interested in the bracelet inside the box, whi

thoughts.

r hand over her mouth. She wasn’t fast enough to catch the thin stream of water escaping from between her lips. “Why do you ask?” Lu

to you, didn’t he?” Kath

say something, then fell silent. 

. She had managed to get away with it the first few times he had proposed. At that point, she pretended no

ten all over Kathryn’s face.

to do,” Lucia said in defeat.

world. “If you want to say yes now, but you don’t know how to go about it, I think I have an idea that might work. Put on the ring and propose to him. If he says no, forget about it and find a new man.”

ust stared helplessly at Kathryn. She had to wonder what the hell Kathryn had learned at school.

kidding,” Catherine sai

Malcolm was supposed to pick her up from work. She had no doubt he was going to be furious.

at Zack’s villa,” Lu

hryn waved him away once they reached the gate, then she returned home.

line.

the picture. To me it looks like the two are going to get married soon,” Kathryn said deject

nce, the doubt was gone. “Find out,” the man ordered coldly.

calmly.

the phone, Kathryn just couldn’t calm down. He gave her no indication that her hope would take her anywhere. Since there was no reason for her to keep hoping, she didn’t see why sh

t they change it? Kathryn sighed and tilted her head back, staring at the sky as if it held answers to her desperate questions.