Falling in Love With A One-Night Stand

523 Where Did He Go?

After Anna left, Peace looked up and asked Karl, "Why are you running? It's not an emergency."

"Isabella told me that something big happened and that I needed to see you right away. What did Anna mean, by the way? Is it about Beatrice?*' Karl asked, his voice trembling. Peace rolled her eyes at him and said, "I'm not sure because I didn't ask her. Did you help Beatrice with her luggage? You delivered the luggage so quickly?"

"I dashed over as soon as Isabella called me. And I left the luggage in the hotel lobby and asked the staff to deliver it to her room."

"Fine. Tell me about the photo then," Peace said after calming down.

4*Huh? What photo?" Karl froze and asked, unable to comprehend what she was saying. It seemed that he had long forgotten that he had kept Beatrice's photograph in his study.

"Are you serious? You should explain it now while I'm still in a good mood. Why do you have her picture in your study at your parents' place?"

"Doi even have a study?"

Hearing that, Peace was speechless. And she was lost in thought, Right, I nearly forgot about that. You rarely go to your study because you always think you don't belong there. Maybe Anna's right. You didn't keep Beatrice's picture on purpose, Karl. And you said Beatrice had leukemia

earlier because you didn't even bother to explain your relationship with 522 Where Did He Go? Beatrice. Is that right?

"What's the matter, honey?" Seeing that Peace was unusually silent, Karl frowned and asked.

"Nothing. Drink some water." Peace handed him a glass of sparkling water.

Karl panicked because he knew his wife's temper well. He carefully leaned down and examined Peace's face before swallowing hard and saying, "What's the matter, dear? Did I do something wrong? Please, just tell me!"

"Nothing. Don't be nervous."

"Something is definitely going on! I can feel that you're getting angry. Let me guess... Did it bother you that I didn't shave? Or did Martin get into another mess?"

"No! Will you shut up? "Impatiently, Peace snapped and slapped the table.

Then Karl stumbled and fell to the floor with a terrified expression. After realizing she was being a little aggressive, Peace reached out to help him. To her surprise, Karl abruptly nodded and said, "Ah! That's my girl!"

What the hell, Karl?! Are you disappointed because I didn't kick your ass like I always did? At the thought of that, Peace became enraged and even wanted to hit him with a chair. However, she didn't get physical and said to Karl instead, "Karl, get up! You're embarrassing me!"

"I won't get up until you tell me what I did wrong"

"What have you ever done right?"

"Uh... Let me think about it." 522 Where Did He Go?

At the same time, Anna and Wayne were standing on the balcony on the second floor.

"Looks like they made it up," Anna exclaimed as she watched Peace drag Karl toward the beach.

Wayne's gaze remained fixed on her bare back. He removed his suit and draped it across her shoulders, saying, "Do you think it's still a little chilly here? You can wear my jacket." Anna had no idea what he meant by that. She sat in a chair nearby and then took the wine brought by the waiter. With a crisp sound, her and Wayne's glasses clinked together.

Smiling, Anna said, "By the way, Wayne, what did Miss Jones say to you when I went to talk to Peace?"

"She mentioned Lemon."

"Lemon? What is she up to? I knew it! I knew she approached me for a

reason!" Anna uttered in surprise.

After briefly telling Anna what Beatrice had said about the show, Wayne assured her, "Don't worry. She could be boasting. Anna, she will not pose a big threat to you, even if she is telling the truth. Lemon's position is relatively secure because Andrew has been here for so long."

"No, I have to talk to Andrew," Anna said, shaking her head.

"I already spoke with him."

Shocked, Anna froze and turned to face Wayne, who took a slow sip of his wine and smiled calmly at her. Knowing that Wayne was protecting her, Anna felt at ease. She then said with a smile, "Thank you, Wayne, for everything. I guess I don't have to worry about anything when you're around me."

"It appears to me that you have a lot to worry about. I thought you 522 Where Did He Go?

would be helping them out all the time tonight," Wayne grumbled as he lifted his chin toward the two people fighting on the beach in the distance.

"Sorry about that, my dear. I should not have kept you waiting for so long," Anna knew Wayne was jealous again. She leaned over to him and gently said. While she was talking, the tender moonlight was reflected in Anna's bright eyes. Her gaze was gentle and powerful, like a star shining brightly in the dark night.

Seeing that, Wayne's heart beat faster. He realized that no matter how long he and Anna had been together, he would always have a soft spot in his heart for her.

"What happened between Beatrice and Karl? Peace was so angry that she didn't tell me what was happening," Anna brought up the topic.

"Karl had a crush on Beatrice when he was a kid," he explained briefly and frowned. Clearly, Wayne was unwilling to talk about someone else's problems at such a romantic time.

Anna sipped her wine, eager to hear the whole story. Wayne, on the other hand, said nothing else.

"Then? Who is this Beatrice?" she asked, blinking at Wayne.

"The granddaughter of Grandpa's friend."

Anna was speechless because she had already heard Beatrice say it. She wasn't particularly interested in Beatrice. But because this woman was threatening Lemon, Anna felt she should take some precaution.

As night fell, a full moon above sea level shone brightly on the water. Peace led Karl away from the crowd to the beach, where she planned to have a fight with him 522 Where Did He Go? Just as Karl thought Peace was about to begin the quarrel, she asked abruptly, "Where has Gary gone?

Karl struggled as his feet sank deep into the sand. He, too, froze as he looked into the distance. At the time, Tammy was at the beach with the kids. Martin, Apple, Mona's daughter, and other children brought by guests were present. The beach was crowded, but Gary was nowhere to be found.

Peace asked anxiously, "Why is Gary not here?"

"Relax, dear. I'll ask Tammy. "Karl said as he drew his feet out of the sand. He dashed through the crowd to Tammy, not even bothering to put on his shoes.

"What's the matter, Uncle Karl?" Tammy asked Karl as she noticed him approaching her.

"Where's Gary?"

"He's not here? Huh? He was here ten minutes ago! "Tammy froze as. she looked into the distance.

Gary had never been a big fan of sports. When the other kids ran around, he stayed on the beach alone. However, only a pile of completed castles was left on the beach Then Tammy's voice trembled as she said, "I'll go find him.'