Chapter 543

Steven's company had allocated an apartment for one as his hostel. It had everything he needed. "Annie, you…" Steven was surprised when he saw Annie's pale face. She looked sick. Annie hugged Steven and nuzzled against his chest. She pleaded, "Put your arms around me, Steven. Hold me." In the time they'd spent together, they'd done some of the things one would expect in a relationship. They'd held hands and shared a few kisses. However, Annie seldom behaved so forwardly. Steven suddenly felt that he and Annie had entered the next stage of their relationship. His heart throbbed for Annie's helplessness, and he embraced her with all his might. "Don't be scared. No matter what has happened, I'll face it with you. Believe me, Annie," Steven consoled her softly. Tears streamed down Annie's face silently. Her eyes were red and swollen. Steven looked down at his tear-stained shirt. He felt a pang of anguish upon seeing it. "Really? Will you believe me no matter what happens? W