Chapter 162 Draw a clear line
Close at hand, the masculine presence felt overpowering, like a beast dormant in the dark, he would consume her..
Anna was taken aback, her thoughts racing. She had worn that dress that night, but she didn't think he saw it.
Yet, what did it have to do with him in his current angry state? Thinking of what he had done that night, she looked at him calmly from the bottom of her heart: "Mr. Vittorio, you won't believe what I say. If that's the case, why ask?"
Giorgio responded, his voice stern and commanding, "If it were you, would you believe it? Besides, I'm giving you a second chance to explain. You better explain well."
Those who know him, knew that he would never give anyone a second chance.
Anna’s lips curled into a slight smile, "Mr. Vittorio, you misunderstood and hurt me, Offering me a second chance now, well that’s something. But let’s be clear, we are not from the same world. I maybe ordinary in your eyes, lacking wealth, status, and the means to engage with someone like you. I don’t have ethe tome or privilege to indulge in romantic games with you. The women who interact with you are different, and I’m not interested in being one of them. The men I choose to associate with must be genuinely good or someone who resonates with me, definitely not a married man like you.”
She continued, “Moreover than is my sister’s husband. So, Mr. Vittorio, we are related by Katherine, but we are also strangers. I hope you understand that now, and I’m here only a temporary replacement for Katherine. You have no right to be angry with me or inquire my feelings. Once Katherine wakes up, we’ll all go back to our respective places, having no further connection”
With that, she slipped his grasp and went into the bathroom. Her words had been clear and forceful, and her demeanor was calm and distant, treating him like a complete stranger.
Giorgio stood where he was, his eyes falling as if he had fallen into an endless abyss. She liked someone who is willing to get along with her, definitely not him?
They would return to their positions, irrelevant to each other? So, is that what she thinks?
He strode out of the room and threw the picture directly into the dustbin.
After their conversation that day, Anna stayed in her room for another three days without seeing Giorgio or hearing anything about him.
Life is relatively easy.
"Anna, have you seen the recent news? It's all over that Katherine and Mr. Vittorio have broken up and are in a cold war." Sara's voice broke the silence, catching Anna of guard.
Anna frowned.
She did cut ties with Giorgio, becoming distant and indifferent, but what does that have to do with Katherine? Why would it make the news?
No, she didn't want to talk about him. She said, "I don't know, their issues have nothing to do with me. How about my TikTok account? Has anyone been bothering you lately?"
Anna had left Sara's email and phone number as contact information on TikTok.
Sara eager to share, responded, "Of course! Several talent agencies and teams contacted me today, saying they want to sign you. They went on and on, so I set my phone to airplane mode. Finally, things calmed down."
Anna felt awkward and apologized, "I'm sorry, I didn't expect this when I registered, and I haven't been able to answer calls lately, so I left your number. Don't worry, I'll send a message later, declining all offers and asking not to be disturbed."
Sara pursed her lips, "Anna, actually, I think you can take this opportunity to enter this industry. Think about it, you've only been live streaming for ten days and have received tens of thousands of dollars in tips. If you have an agency to help you operate and promote your popularity, you could even earn more. And your grandmother's unique embroidery work in Vista Heights. She passed it on to you, and you should carry it forward. Moreover, if you earn more, you can support Penny and give her a good life and education. Why not give it a shot?"
Anna knew that the reasoning made sense.
That day, she was feeling upset and wanted her grandmother's embrace, so she did the embroidery and started the live stream to distract herself. She was quite happy that embroidery work was appreciated in the 21st century.
"I look exactly like Katherine. If it gets discovered, it will surely cause a lot of trouble. I don't want a complicated life; I just want to live quietly."
"Alright, alright, be a Buddha-like person then! When you come back, I'll help you improve your videos and earn more tips. But when exactly are you coming back? I'm dying to see Penny."
Anna also really wanted to return. Who knows when Katherine will wake up?
She made up an excuse, "I'm consulting with the teacher about embroidery work, and the specific time is uncertain. I'll bring you a gift when I come back."
"Well, I'm going online again to look for gossip about Mr. Vittorio and Katherine, hoping they break up!" Sara hung up the phone excitedly.
Anna sighed and contemplated the situation. Had the news about Giorgio and Katherine escalated to this extent? Curiosity got the best of her, and she opened Twitter, only to be bombarded by a series of sensational headlines.
["Fight between Mr. Vittorio and Katherine"]
["Is Mr. Vittorio and Katherine’s relationship on the rocks?"]
["Did Mr. Vittorio lay hands on a woman?"]
In the news, there was a picture of the two of them in an underground garage. Anna turned away, while Giorgio got into the car without paying any attention, and they parted on bad terms.
The reporter stated with evidence:
["Eyewitnesses report that they started arguing as soon as they got off the car, maintaining an angry and tense demeanor throughout. Mr. Vittorio even laid hands on Katherine's chin. Katherine was furious, pushed his hand away, and walked away. Afterward, the driver got off the car to persuade Mr. Vittorio, but he ignored him and left by car. Based on the photos, it is evident that their relationship is strained. Could there be a significant incident that led to their relationship breaking down?"]
This news was posted half an hour ago and immediately sparked a heated discussion. Many people speculated whether the two of them were engaged in a scripted drama.
Some also magnified the photo of Giorgio grabbing Anna's chin and suspected that he had a violent streak and laid hands-on women.
Furthermore, some claimed that Katherine had disappeared for ten days and was hospitalized due to injuries, afraid to see anyone. The comments were overwhelmingly negative, as if someone was manipulating the situation.
The positive comments were completely drowned out. It has already been ten days since this incident happened, and yet, people are still harping on about it?
This is absolutely malicious! Even though Anna disliked Giorgio, she didn't want to see this situation. After all, besides being possessive and a womanizer, he is still a decent man and a responsible father.
How hurt Charlie must be to see this kind of news? Angry, she opened her profile and planned to post some news. However, before she could, a call came through, the caller ID showed: Dear Giorgio. It was Giorgio!
Since that day when they clarified their relationship, he had not entered her room but also didn't send any messages. It was as if she didn't exist in his world, completely disappearing. Why would he suddenly call her now?
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