196 NOT LEAVING YOUR SIDE (1/2)

From the look at Ann's face, Jeff's know she would not let him rest unless he tells her what happened.

He propped himself to the bed, lay next to her and pulled her into his embrace ready to tell her the whole thing.

”A burglary happened next door, and while the bodyguard was doing his rounds, he heard a gunshot and went to check. He saw a man jumping out of the window, and when he tried to stop the man, he started firing, and of course, in self-defense, the bodyguard shot back and killed him in return. ”

”When we were out there checking, Ethan recognized the man as Mr. Wright's right-hand man. As Ethan informs me, Mr. Wright is a vengeful person and would not stop at nothing.”

”He would soon find out what happened to his right-hand man, and who killed him. When that happens, it will point to our direction and my take revenge on us. It's what we're the concern right now; he might come after you and the other girls. ” Jeff finished with sighs and his visibly worried clearly showing in his eye.

Jeff continued explaining the rest, to let Ann make the decision. Whatever it may be he would respect it even if it means separation temporarily, as long as they are safe from harm.

'Now that you know, I want you to decide if you're going to stick around or do you want to go somewhere far away from where he cannot touch you?”

Jeff's asking, but in his heart, he's hoping that she would choose to stay by his side.

”Honey! What kind of question is that? Do you think of me that fragile that I need to hide from that 'a...hole.' Yes, I have to think of our child too, but through thick and thin, in sickness and in health, till death do us part. You got that!” Ann gives Jeff a warm embrace before kissing him with all her love.

Jeff felt relief with Ann's decision and his love for her had increased tenfold. ”She's right, that's good! I wanted you within my sight where I can protect you.” He hugs and kisses her back with all his might.

In the meantime, the two couples had the same discussion and the same result. Even though they were not married yet, they are after all a couple.

Both Ethan and Ronald were relieved to hear the same answer from Lea and Eva. It's all set; the girls would not be leaving the side of their loved one.

The group decided to go and stay at the Mega World Hotel and Casino where it would be impossible for Mr. Wright to infiltrate.

Jeff's penthouse occupies the whole floor and only one elevator to up and down. They changed the access to be fingerprint or face verification to ensure tight security.

A personal Butler, Chef, and two maids were assigned to cater to their needs. Ronald personally checked their background for credibility; it's better safe than sorry.

Once everything was all set, Ronald ordered a helicopter for the ladies and Jeff.

Ethan would go ahead of them to scout the situation around the strip and Mr. Wright's lair. He would not be staying with the group; he doesn't want his Dad to be suspicious of him.

Ronald would stick around at the villa and report the situation to Jeff.