All Chapters of Sweet Temptation: Chapter 61 - Chapter 70

(Alex's POV)I sat quietly in the back seat of the car as Dubai's bright city lights flashed past the window.I leaned my head back against the leather seat and looked out the window.Normally, I appreciated views like this.But not today.My mind was preoccupied with the confrontation I had with Richard.The entire ordeal had left me scared.Richard had looked me directly in the eyes and confidently denied everything.Almost convincingly.And that was exactly what bothered me.I knew my son.Maybe not as well as I once did, but I knew when he was not being honest with me.And today?I was sure he was definitely hiding something.But these were just mere suspicions.I had no proof.And without solid proof, there was nothing I could do.After several minutes of silence, I finally looked toward Karl."Did you find anything?"Karl glanced at me through the rearview mirror."No sir."I sighed. A wave of disappointment washing over me.That wasn't what I wanted to hear."Nothing at all?"

(Anna's POV)My mother finished two large bowls of Margaret's chicken soup.I sat across from her and watched as some color slowly returned to her face. Her hands stopped shaking so much, and her shoulders slowly relaxed as she ate.Food had always helped my mother feel better. When I was growing up, no matter how bad life became, she always made sure we ate proper meals. She used to say that when everything else was out of control, food was one thing that could never go wrong.Sit down and eat something warm. Life may still be difficult afterward, but at least you will have the strength to face it.And she was right.The difference between now and when she had arrived earlier was remarkable.A few hours ago, she had looked completely broken.Her face had been pale and her eyes swollen from crying.Now she looked calmer.The fear that had consumed her earlier had eased a little.I had promised her I would handle it. Even though I had absolutely no idea how.I forced a smile as she

(Anna's POV)I kissed Alex as if I had nothing left to worry about.Honestly, that was how I felt.The huge problem of the hundred million dollars was gone. My mother was safe. Nobody was threatening us anymore. And the man I loved was standing right in front of me.I was tired of pretending, acting like I didn't know this was what I wanted.Without thinking much, my hands moved to the buttons of his shirt.I quickly started opening them one after the other.I noticed his breathing change.His hands rested on my waist as he pulled me closer.When his shirt opened, I placed my hands on his chest.His skin felt warm and I could feel his heartbeat.It was faster than normal.That made me happy because my own heart was beating very fast too.I kissed him again and moved my hand toward his belt.Suddenly, his hand firmly held mine."Anna."I let out a frustrated sound and pulled back a little."Not again," I said. "Alex, please...""Listen to me," he said.His voice sounded rough.It was

(Richard's POV)The moment Mrs. Whitmore asked about children, I nearly choked on my drink.For a brief second, nobody spoke.Then I forced a smile onto my face."We have both been very busy with work," I said. "We have been building the business and focusing on our careers. You know how difficult the first years can be."I reached for my glass, trying to appear relaxed."But we're working on finding a better balance now."Mrs. Whitmore's face immediately brightened.I glanced toward Anna."Isn't that right, honey?"For a brief moment she looked startled. Then she quickly smiled."Of course.""Mom, don't worry. I'm sure you'll have good news soon." Anna added as she bent down to pick her fork that had fallen to the floor.Mrs. Whitmore practically glowed."Oh, that would make me so happy."She clasped her hands together."You have no idea how much I've been waiting for that day." She said softly."This house needs children. It is too quiet. Too..." She looked around the beautiful dini

(Anna's POV)My heart nearly stopped when I saw Alex's name flash across my screen.For a brief moment, everything around me disappeared.All I could see was his name.A strange warmth spread through my chest. At the same time, guilt followed immediately behind it.I stared at the screen for several seconds.The phone continued vibrating in my hand.Just one glance from Richard and he would find out it was his father calling me.I quickly pressed the silence button and slipped the phone into my pocket."I'll call him later," I whispered to myself."What was that?" Richard asked.I quickly looked up."Nothing."He smiled."Come on."Then he reached for my hand.The helicopter blades continued spinning overhead.I allowed him to lead me forward and within moments we were seated inside.The doors closed.The pilot gave us a brief greeting. Then the helicopter slowly lifted into the air.I looked down through the window.The Anderson estate became smaller and smaller beneath us.Soon it l