He found himself irresistibly drawn to her.
But later, he learned that Sandria and Florentino were dating, and with other family matters entangling him, he could only go abroad, unable to give her what she wanted.
All he could do was, almost masochistically, watch her every move from afar.
He followed Sandria’s alternate Twitter account, looking at those sweet photos of her kissing someone.
Again and again.
Later, when he was finally able to return home, in order to get close to Sandria, he became friends with Florentino, sneaking peeks at their daily lives and romance like a thief.
Yes, just as Antony said, from the very beginning he coveted his brother’s girlfriend. He wasn’t exactly a good person, was he?
Such shameful thoughts could never be spoken aloud.
His thoughts returning, Fulbert continued peeling the apple and spoke lightly.
“As a man, whether you’re my real girlfriend or just acting, I’m someone who values feelings and takes responsibility. Maybe, moved by my sincerity, you’ll really fall for me?”
Realizing he was joking and teasing her, Sandria was left speechless.
“Mr. Ortega, you’re overthinking it. I just ended a relationship and have no intention of investing myself in another man right now. I only want to improve myself.”
Sandria’s expression was calm and composed.
She had money and looks now–why should she trap herself in another relationship?
Besides, she always felt that not a word from this man’s mouth was true.
After spending a night in the hospital, the swelling on Sandria’s wrist had gone down. She felt there was no need to waste resources by staying any longer.
After being discharged, Sandria rode back in Fulbert’s car.
The car came to a steady stop in front of her apartment building.
Just as Sandria was about to open the door and get out, the door opened in front of her.
A pair of strong arms scooped her up. “What kind of boyfriend lets his girlfriend go upstairs by herself?”
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Familiar scent filled her nose. She looked up, her gaze meeting Fulbert’s.
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Sandria covered her mouth with a smile, suddenly leaning close to the man’s neck. Her warm breath brushed against him as she spoke in a low voice.
“Mr. Ortega, your acting is so good, you really deserve an award.”
The ticklish sensation on his neck made Fulbert’s grip on her tighten.
Only when she saw the man’s tanned neck gradually turn a warm red did Sandria laugh softly and pull away.
Fulbert cleared his throat and changed the subject.
“By the way, about Shield Technologies–are you still planning to go through with it?”
At the mention of business, Sandria lost all interest in teasing him.
She frowned and exhaled. “A gentleman’s word is his bond. Since I’ve taken this on, I have to see it through.”
Besides, since they’ve crossed her, there’s no way they’ll get away unscathed.
A cold glint flashed in her beautiful eyes. “And as for the next steps, I trust Antony can handle them well.”
Sandria’s words involuntarily reminded Fulbert of what Antony had said the day before.
He admitted that in this regard, he had lost. Compared to himself, Antony did understand Sandria better.
She wasn’t a parasitic vine–she was a carnivorous plant.
A hard–to–describe sadness welled up in Fulbert’s heart, and all he could do was press his lips together.
“All of this is your own choice. Whether you continue or stop, no one can make that decision for you. But you can’t take risks…”
“If you need my help with anything, just say the word.”
After that, Fulbert couldn’t help but add another sentence.
Sandria was taken aback, surprised that Fulbert would say something like that.
From the look on his face, it didn’t seem like he was joking.
What exactly was this man’s intention?
Sandria pressed her lips together, then finally gave him a polite smile.
“Thank you, Mr. Ortega.”
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