Maja sat in the car, deep in thought, before sending another message.
[Rocky's bolted.]
She waited ten minutes, but there was no response from Ian. Her message seemed to have sunk into oblivion.
The chauffeur, driving her around, was also anxious.
“Ms. Pennyfeather, Rocky's an oversized breed. If he's seen roaming around Greenfield, someone might call the authorities.”
A knot formed in Maja's heart. Despite Rocky's strained relationship with Coco, she had a soft spot for him.
She could always see a hint of Ian in him.
Elsewhere, Rocky was running wild.
Judith, seated in her car, caught a glimpse of the white blur dashing past her window.
No woman could resist Rocky's charm. His shiny white coat and majestic demeanor were quite alluring.
Originally sulky, she'd called for a ride home because she hadn't seen Ian.
But seeing Rocky brought a twinkle in her eyes and a smile to her lips.
“Wind, retrieve him. I want him to be my pet."
Wind, a seasoned hitman, immediately recognized the creature wasn't a dog but a rare white wolf.
“Miss, this is likely a pet from some wealthy family. It must have escaped."
“I don't care. I want him. No matter the cost."
Left with no choice, Wind nodded, “I'll get someone to fetch him."
Judith's eyes sparkled with amusement.
“Also, Ian would probably be interested in a pet as majestic as this one, wouldn't he? Once we have him, I could take him to Ian. Men do love powerful creatures, after all."
Wind stiffened at her words, his lips pressed into a thin line. He didn't respond, just turned the car in the direction the wolf had disappeared.
To his surprise, the wolf was incredibly obedient. Perhaps sensing they meant no harm, he was tranquil throughout the ride back to the villa.
Meanwhile, Maja's car passed Judith's on the road to find Rocky.
Maja glanced at the woman in the other car, and Judith looked back at her.
Judith’s car was spacious, and Rocky was in the back.
Maja told the driver to turn around, intending to chase the truck carrying Rocky.
The truck drove slowly, eventually stopping in front of a villa.
Judith got out first, instructing her staff to bring Rocky inside.
“Thanks, Ian. When you're in Greenfield next, I'll introduce you two. Love you, bye."
After hanging up, Judith turned back to Maja.
“He agreed, Maja. I told you before that you're out of the picture. Getting worked up over a pet, only for him to hand it over to me, makes you look foolish."
Judith sauntered off towards the villa, humming a tune.
Maja remained silent. After all, Rocky was indeed Ian's pet, and if the owner wanted to give it away, what right did she have to object?
She just watched Judith, who was being fawned over by several servants, as she chatted with a man sporting a small braid at the back of his hair, giving him a rakish appearance.
They were all orbiting around Judith like planets around the sun, making Maja seem insignificant in comparison.
The chauffeur tried to console her.
“Ms. Pennyfeather, don't be downhearted. If you want Rocky, I can ask around abroad."
Maja lowered her gaze and shook her head, forcing a bitter smile.
“No, thank you."
She was just disappointed that Ian hadn't answered her call, yet he'd promptly answered Judith's and given away Rocky in less than three sentences.
Just a bit crestfallen.
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Author, would you story about Ryan settling down and another story on Eric regaining his body and memories back from Patrick, and Eric also settling down as I find it so disheartening for him to have gone through what he went through at the research institute, and I'll like for him to get his "golden boy" life back though, not at the detriment of Ian....
When will the author update to finish Beck's story? What about Dylan and Tyler's love lives? Also, I'll like the author to write on Wilma and Elvis ending up together as she was quite persistent in pursuing him. And Shawn's story, Cornelia Sullivan and Omar Casson. Also, a little write-up on Jeff (Ian's assistant) love life, too. Thanks, author for updating....
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