The Apple of My Eye novel Chapter 680

Anthony's use of endearing words toward Sheryl left Charles greatly annoyed and jealous.

However, he had to hold it in and address Anthony politely.

Both of them maintained a respectful tone around each other while in the presence of Sheryl.

Sheryl casually ate about a quarter of her veggie salad and then decided to leave.

"Why not have more?" Anthony asked in surprise. He could not understand Sheryl's haste.

"I need to hurry; I wouldn't want to be late again," explained Sheryl. She could not afford another tardy arrival at work.

So Anthony offered to give her a ride to her workplace.

Seeing an opportunity, Charles intervened,"Anthony, I know you need to go back to work as well. Sheryl's workplace is actually on my way back. I can drive her for you; it's no problem." As if certain about it, Charles rose up from his chair and put on his coat, ready to drive Sheryl.

Anthony's eyes narrowed at that gesture. His fists tightened but he decided to keep his composure.

With a smirk, he kindly declined,"Thank you for offering, Mr. Lu, but I can take her myself." Charles was definitely stepping on his toes, and he wasn't just going to back off.

He straightened up and went over to Sheryl's side, almost as if in an attempt to claim his territory.

Looking at her lovingly, Anthony added,"Sheryl is my girlfriend and I am responsible for her safety. She would never be a burden for me."

Sheryl, however, thought it would be best if she went with Charles. Smiling at Anthony, she refused his offer politely,"I think Charles is right. My workplace is on his way. It would take you more than one hour to get back to work if you drop me off first, not to mention all the traffic you'd run into. Don't worry about it, really. Charles can take me there this time." Perhaps, unbeknownst to her even, time management was not the only reason she was intent on going with Charles. She was starting to appreciate his company more than she would have cared to admit.

Disappointed, Anthony tried to protest her decision. However, only a simple "But..." came out of his mouth. Charles's joyful look left him quite upset but he didn't want to give him the satisfaction of seeing him argue with Sheryl. So he didn't continue his train of thought.

In an effort to comfort him, Sheryl grabbed his hand and, with a squeeze, assured him that she would be okay. Smiling, she thanked him once more and immediately turned her face to Charles asking him to hurry.

"Okay," replied Charles nodding. He was immensely pleased with her decision. He didn't care to speculate about the real reason for it. He was just happy to be leaving with her.

"Mr. Lu," Anthony added before allowing them to leave,"please take good care of her." His face was serious, almost threatening.

"You can put your mind at rest. Nothing will happen to Sheryl while she's with me," replied Charles confidently. He sensed Anthony's hostility but did not care much for it.

What he really wanted to reply was 'You have no idea what I am willing to do for her!'

Anthony also could sense that there was more in Charles' mind but decided against investigating into it at that time. So he settled for watching his girlfriend walk away with Charles.

In the car, Charles took advantage of the situation and asked Sheryl to allow him to drive her back home once she was off work. Sheryl agreed and Charles followed through with his request.

Once dropped off in front of her apartment, Sheryl thought it courteous to invite Charles in for dinner. Charles was not sure how to proceed. He didn't want to miss such an opportunity but was also afraid that moving too far too soon would scare her away.

So he hesitantly answered,"I wouldn't want to bother you." Sheryl appreciated his reply.

She smiled and encouraged him in saying,"It's no bother at all! You're welcome to my humble abode, although it may not offer the comforts you are used to."