Chapter 6
Skylar sat quietly in the passenger seat of the Aston Martin that drove smoothly through the city streets, heading to the hotel where she was staying
it wasnia
The dim light of the street lamps penetrated the window, creating a soft silhouette on her tired–looking face.
She leaned her head back against the seat, staring blankly out the window. Her hands folded in her lap clenched slightly, trying to hold back the inised emocions of sadness and Enger
Her grandfather wanted her to take over leadership of The Carter Mainland, but she didn’t understand on what basis his grandfather did that
For every person appointed by her grandfather in his will to lead a branch, there was always a reason included, underlying the appointment of that person, so that it seemed reasonable and natural.
But not for Skylar. She was just appointed straight away, without reason, without explanation. Of course that made Gerry and his family protest loudly and link her unworthiness to her departure for the past six years
Skylar herself never knew that there would be a situation like that. She returned only to attend her grandfather’s funeral, as a final tribute to his love that always strengthened Skylar when she felt alone,
The last time Skylar had contact with her grandfather was a few moments before she boarded the plane to Australia, and it was only a short
message, before she turned off her phone…
“Grandpa, I’m leaving. I’m sorry I didn’t get to see you before. There were too many painful things that I had to leave here. I love you and always hope that one day I can come back to see you, as a no Skylar
After that, she deleted all her social media accounts and chat applications, reset her phone to factory settings, and turned it off
After receiving an email from Fredy Jenner, she remembered her promise to return to see her grandfather.
Anthony was preparing his private plane, when a follow–up email from Fredy Jenner made Skylar fall to the floor and cry loudly, making Anthony panic.
Aaron Carter couldn’t wait for his beloved granddaughter to come back and see that she had fulfilled her promise, a different woman than she had been six years ago when she left with a broken heart and a baby in her belly, unknown to anyone.
Skylar took a deep breath and rubbed her eyes a few times, fighting back the tears that threatened to fall.
Anthony glanced at her briefly while still focusing on driving. He could feel the negative energy surrounding Skylar
Without hesitation, he reached out and took Skylar’s cald fingers in his. “They don’t deserve to make you feel this way, his voice was soft, full of
conviction
Skylar took another deep breath and turned to the man beside her.
Anthony’s gaze was always so warm and reassuring, as if telling her that she was not alone.
Antliony held her hand tighter, his thumb rubbing the back of her hand slowly, giving her comfort. Tm here, Skylar. For you. Always. You can count on me for anything, you know that
Skylar stared at him for a moment, then smiled faintly, though her eyes still conveyed a thick feeling of frustration.
Anthony’s presence, with his affectionate attitude, made her feel better. The man was sincere and always tried to give her whatever she needed. selflessly.
“They won’t stay silent, right?” Skylar murmured. “They think the contents of the will are unfair.”
Anthony’s thumb pressed gently on the back of Skylar’s hand. “Of course. What’s on their mind is, all Carter assets and wealth, which are part of The Carter Mainland, will fall between them alone. They don’t take you into account at all because they consider you no longer part of the Carter family, since you left.”
Skylar snuried softly. Even when I was still among them, I was never considered family!
Authony turned his head to the side. “You don’t need them, Sky. You’re great on your own and even without your grandfather’s inheritance, you’ve managed to prove yourself as someone successful.”
didn’t even know grandpa would do that. Either he loves me too much or he hates those people, but now he’s giving me another hard time. I hate having to get involved with them again, Skylar complained in an annoyed tone.
She squeezed Anthony’s hand tightly that was holding hers, venting her frustration. Anthony chuckled.
die adjusted her sitting position, straightening up in her seat, although her hand didn’t leave Anthony’s.
1:15 PM
Chapter 6
The man was driving with one hand, looking very handsome and charismatic. Skylar smiled at the beautiful sight,
Anthony turned his head. He raised an eyebrow to see Skylar smiling. It seemed that her mood had improved.
“That’s good” Anthony mumbled.
“Hm? What’s good!” Skylar asked.
“You’re smiling.” Anthony replied shortly.
Tm hicky you’re with me, Anthony, Skylar said sincerely. Thank you.”
“It’s nothing” Anthony said. “I promised to help you with this.
But hate seeing him!”
Skylar was surprised to hear Anthony’s tone change to a sharper tone.
Seeing whor Skylar asked carefully,
David Lawrence, your ex–husband, Anthony replied in an irritated tone. “He keeps sneaking glances at you and his brow furrows so deeply. whenever we get clase or touch.”
Skylar was taken aback for a moment, then she laughed. “Oh my God, I don’t even want to look at him out of the corner of my eye.”
Anthony smiled lopsidedly Tknow”
Skylar’s feelings
lings became much lighter as the car pulled into the hotel parking lot. Anthony opened the door for her and handed the vallet the keys.
“Sky,” Anthony called as they walked into the hotel lobby. He grabbed Skylar’s waist and hugged her possessively.
“Hm
-Can y
you
kiss me? Or should I kiss you” Anthony asked softly
Skylar turned her head in confusion. Anthony had never been this intimate in public. He was a man who was always targeted by paparazzi who were curious about his love life and social life, so he always guarded his private area tightly.
Even though it was not visible. Skylar was sure that there were at least six to ten bodyguards around them to guard.
Hearing Anthony say something like that made Skylar’s heart beat faster. Not only because of shyness, but also worry
“What’s wrong!” Skylar asked in a low tone,
Anthony grabbed Skylar’s chin and landed his lips on Skylar’s ripe lips/
“Just kiss me. Someone is watching us,” Anthony marmured, before crushing Skylar’s Lips intimately.
“Oh what Skylar wanted to say was lost in the kiss,
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