Chapter 98 - Hatred (1/2)

Anya didn't wake up and Alvin started to worry. They didn't have a doctor on board, ”Where is the nearest island?” He demanded a response.

The pilot was shaking his head when Alvin's men responded, ”Boss, there is no island nearby. It will take us an overnight journey at minimum to reach any landmass.”

Alvin frowned. If she doesn't wake up, they will have to catch up with the cruise ship and get the doctor on board. If the ship is hijacked, he will have no choice but use and buy Harper's men.

Recalling Harper, he was initially glad he got to meet his Little Donut. Now he considered getting down to dirty business and teaching Harper a lesson.

The yacht soon arrived. It went close to them and the three men rushed to the extended deck that was at the water level. They saw the lady lying unconscious on the floating board and looked at Alvin still in the water. His healthy glow of skin had paled in the cold water, exhaustion and worry behind his indifference were apparent on his face.

”Boss…” They urged him to get on the board. ”Please get on the yacht, we will bring the lady.”

”Bring her up, quick.” Alvin hurried his men on the yacht to bring Anya on board.

The three men in the water lifted the floating board, the other three men gave a hand and shifted the floating board on the extended deck without letting her touch the water again. His men on the board didn't dare to carelessly hold her until Alvin cued one. One of the men on the board quickly carried Anya to the lounge next to the pool.

The two men stayed behind Alvin waiting for him to get on the yacht. He was too stubborn and prideful to ask for a hand so they could only be on guard behind him.

Anya's lashes trembled. The three men's attention was on Alvin so they didn't notice her waking up. She slowly moved her hand and felt the soft cushion on the lounge, instead of water. She didn't know she was unconscious for a few minutes. She started to come to senses and feel the surroundings.

How was she saved? There was nothing around them. If she is safe, where is Alvin?

Her heartbeats which were lowering started taking pace in fear, her shallow breathing turned heavy when she forced her eyes open. ”Alvin…” Her hoarse voice barely penetrated while hurting her throat.

Panicked Anya, rushed to stand while looking around without seeing Alvin next to her. Her eyes filled up seeing the unknown men but Alvin. He wouldn't be stupid like her to save her and put himself in danger, would he?

Alvin, who was climbing up the ladder, felt like the ailing voice was an illusion. Anyway, he quickened to the deck and pushed his man away to take a look at her.

Anya desperately shouted his name, hoping he would appear, ”Alvin… Alvin…” Her gaze finally fell on the man who came on the deck. Relief washed over her, causing her to deeply sigh. A tear rolled down on her cheek when she blinked.

Alvin who was worried about her, breathed in relief seeing her fine. He couldn't believe she was the same woman who threatened to kill him in the water for not being sure about the situation, then ready to give up her life, just so he could wait for his men. And now, she was panicking without seeing him.

She wanted to push him away, yet couldn't bear to part. He doubted if he really knew her and what was happening in her little head.

He saw her legs shaking, yet trying to walk. He rushed towards her, ”Sit…” He commanded her.

'Thud.'

Her legs gave out after three steps and fell on the wooden finished floor. She winced a little but looked at him. He still had the energy to run and she felt useless seeing herself slumped on the floor.

”Goofball…” He chided her as he kneeled in front of her.

Anya looked at his handsome face. Lifting her hand, her fingers barely grazed his cheek. Her mood lightened seeing him safe, spirits brightened as they made it safe. An arc appeared on her pale face with a mischievous tiny giggle escaping her lips as she said in a weak voice, ”You look like a… Vampire.” The pale and cold skin, breathtaking face, slender body, and uninterested gaze.

Alvin: ”...”

He wasn't expecting that. So was it a compliment? He wasn't sure.

Anya struggled to unwrap the outer robe around her shoulder and tried to put it on Alvin under the other six men's gaze. Those men were already surprised by Alvin being worried and attentive about a woman. Now, they saw her trying to take care of Alvin when she didn't even have any energy.

It had long become her habit of taking care of her son and parents before worrying about herself. So she naturally tried to help him, seeing him wet and cold. Pushing herself to stand on her knees, she tried her best to put the rob over him but slipped to the floor.

Alvin was dazed at her actions. Anyway, he was quick to support her by his arm and leaned her head on his shoulder seeing her huffing for air. He flicked on her forehead and heard her whine in a low voice. ”Worry about yourself.” He scorned. He wasn't going to tell her that her actions warmed his heart because even he didn't know what he felt just now.

He stood up, scooping her to his arms. A frown immediately appeared on his face realizing he couldn't hold her. His arms were shaking.

”Boss…” His men ran up to them in a hurry. They never knew their boss could be careless. One of the men even extended his hand to hold Anya.

Anya patted Alvin's shoulder, ”Put me down.” It was a simple request. She didn't have the energy to be fierce anyway.

Alvin glared at the man who wanted to carry his Little Donut. The man was speechless. He didn't have a death wish so he backed away instantly.