Ch. 16..20: Powerful Papa with Triplet Babies Chapter 16-20

Chapter 16

There was an appointment that night, and they had to work overtime.

At six in the evening, Anne was about to eat the bread she had prepared when her phone rang. She saw the caller ID and answered, “I’m working overtime.”

“And I’m bringing you a delicious meal.”

Anne walked to the reception and saw Tommy waiting for her.

She walked over and said, “Didn’t I say that you don’t have to send me food?”

“Not even once?” Tommy saw her standing there. He grabbed her small wrist and pulled her over.

When he touched her, she jolted and had no choice but to sit on the chair.

She saw the meal prepared for one person.

“Why’re you so nice to me?” Anne asked.

Tommy had a gentle look as he answered, “I’ll be nice to you, and all you have to do is to accept it. No pressure. Just like how it was when you were at the Marwood Mansion. If you’d like to, you can even call me brother.”

Brother…Anne looked down. All her nightmares started when she called Anthony ‘brother’.

Therefore, she had no courage to call Tommy her ‘brother’.

She should not have met Tommy this many times…

“If you don’t eat now, it will get cold and my effort will be wasted.” Tommy reached over to ruffle her hair. He took care of her like a sister.

Anne fixed her hair and complained, “I’m not a child. Why do you touch my hair.”

Tommy laughed and replied, “Alright, I won’t. Eat.”

Looking at Anne’s adorable face, he thought that Anne, who was twenty-one, was merely a kid to him.

“Right, how’s Mr. Weir?” Anne recalled.

“He established the clinic and nurtured the clinic like his child. Yet, he was forced to sell it. Most importantly, the buyer did not even show up and bought him out with money. He must have felt horrible,” Tommy said.

“Is the buyer very powerful? Who is he?” Anne was curious. Was he as powerful as Tommy?

If he were not powerful, Tommy would have been able to help Robin, but it was apparent that he could not.

Anne hoped that there was someone to beat Anthony…

“I heard he’s someone from the Archduke Group, so I can’t help Robin,” Tommy said.

Hearing that, Anne’s only hope vanished. Her face turned even paler.

Was it Anthony? Anthony bought the clinic?

Why him…

Anne tightened her grip on the box. Since she was exerting too much force, it was crumpled, and the hot soup fell onto her skin.

“Argh!”

Tommy opened the bottled water by the side and took her hand to wash the burn with water. “Don’t move.”

The water ran through her hand and cooled down the burn.

“It’s red.” Tommy frowned, looking at the reddish hand as he washed it.

Anne saw how worried Tommy was, and she felt bad. “I’m fine. The soup was not that hot.”

Tommy looked up and said seriously, “If your hand is broken, I will take care of you.”

The nervous atmosphere was taken away by Tommy. Anne smiled. “How so? You’ll cut down your hand for me?”

“You don’t want my hand?”

“Stop fooling around…” Anne grinned.

A dark shadow passed by the room. The tall figure exuded an air of oppression stopped by the room.

The door was half opened, and he saw the interaction between Tommy and Anne. Anne’s hand was in Tommy’s hand.

The figure exuded a powerful aura. Tommy sensed the unusual atmosphere and looked over.

Anne looked over as well. When she saw the chilly and dark eyes, she retrieved her hand, and her legs went soft. She leaned onto the table that stopped her from falling over.

“Bro?” Tommy was surprised.

Anthony walked into the room. His tall figure oppressed the others.

The atmosphere grew tense.

When Anthony glanced at Anne, Tommy somehow went before her to block her from him.

Yet, this further frightened Anne.

As if there was something between her and Tommy…

While Anthony’s threat resonated in her ears…

“Bro, long time no see. I didn’t expect to see you here. Why’re you here?” Tommy was confused.

This was a surgery clinic. He did not think that Anthony’s handsome face, which even made him feel insecure, had anything to work on.

Unless he was here for Anne…

“I was passing by,” Anthony said coldly.

Tommy went up. “Bro, we haven’t met for so many years. Want to get a drink?”

“Okay.” Anthony did not turn down. When he left, his eagle eyes glanced at his victim, who dared not to make a sound.

After the two men had left, Anne’s body went soft, and she fell onto the chair.

Her back was sweating.

She knew why Anthony showed up. The Archduke Group bought the clinic. In other words, Anthony bought the clinic. He could show up at his clinic whenever he wanted to.

Anne held her face helplessly.

Anthony bought this clinic in order to control her.

Who would have thought that one would go this far to ensure she had no freedom…

Anne thought of the surgery she had. Would Anthony find out?

Probably not.

Anthony would not check the files.

Thinking of that, she was more at ease.

When the customer came, Anne went back to work.

When the procedure ended, it was around nine at night.

Anne went into the changing room. Her phone rang when she opened the locker and got ready to change.

When she took out her phone, she halted.

It was a video call.

She told Nancy not to call. Furthermore, it was not even daytime there!

Anne answered, “Hello?”

“Mama? Is this Mama?” A child-like voice was heard. Anne’s heart softened as if all her fatigue was washed away.

“Yes, it’s me. What time is it? Why’re you awake? Where are your brothers?” Anne asked.

It was her daughter, Chloe, calling. She pouted and said, “They are not up yet. I miss Mama, so I took Nancy’s phone to call you.”

Anne knew it. She did not blame her but smiled. “Hmm, I miss you, too.”

After all, the kids knew nothing.

“How’s Mama’s work?”

“I just finished work. I’m about to go home!”

“You’re not coming back to us?”

Anne was about to say something when Nancy’s voice was heard. “Chloe, why are you on the phone?”

“I’m calling Mama.”

“Didn’t I say we can’t call Mama when she’s at work?”

“Just…just…for a while…”

Anne heard Chloe’s adorable voice, and she had a gentle smile on her face. She thought of how she would video call them when it was their daytime.

The door of the changing room moved. Anne thought it was her colleague.

When she turned around, a pair of dark eyes came into sight. She was so terrified that she turned pale.

“Who’re you calling?” Anthony asked with a blank expression.

“Nobody…” Anne stiffened with fear.

“Give me the phone.”

Anne was going to run away while ending the call.

The other hand was even quicker…

“Argh!”

Anne gasped and wanted to retrieve her phone, but her neck was held against the wardrobe.

“Argh!”

Anthony got hold of the phone, but the call ended.

He called back and put the phone on speaker.

Chapter 17 When the call was answered, Anthony glared at Anne with growing hatred. Anne breathed heavily, and her face turned pale. She looked as if she was in pain while overwhelmed with fear! She prayed that Anthony would not find out about their kids. No way! “Hello, Anne? Why did you hang up?” Nancy asked. Anthony did not seem to be pleased with this woman’s voice. His eyes signaled Anne to speak. “I’m …fine, I’m about to go home! I was calling to let you know that I won’t be able to come back anytime soon. I’ll pay you back later…” Anne said with a shaky voice. “Oh dear, money is not important. It’s just that my health is deteriorating day by day.” Anne was shocked by Nancy’s acting. “It won’t. I will try to come back sooner, …” Before she could finish her sentence, Anthony ended the call. “Give up on this thought!” He was not concerned about others’ illnesses. Anne pursed her lips. “When I was there, she took good care of me. She…”

“Go!” Anthony cut her short, as he was not interested in what she said. He instructed and turned away. “I’ll get changed…” “No need.” Anne thought to herself, ‘l’ll have to keep wearing this nurse costume?’ They went to a high-end bar. All the cars parked by the front cost no less than a million dollars. This showed how much the minimum spent on the bar was. With Anne’s status, she had no right even to get in. She followed behind Anthony and went in under his name! Anne walked in when the door opened. She saw Tommy sitting alone inside with alluring women taking care of him.

When one of the women saw Anthony, she instantly wanted to go toward him, but she was scared by his intimidating gaze. When Tommy saw Anne, who came in her uniform, he pushed the woman away from him and stood up. “Anne, you came for me?” Anthony’s sharp eyes noticed Tommy’s doing, but he did not speak. This was not right. How would Anne know that he was here? She came with Anthony… Anthony sat down and suddenly grabbed Anne’s wrist and pushed her over… “Argh!” Anne knocked over and bumped into a hard and muscular chest. Her heart was beating fast. “Bro!” Tommy went up to stop him, but Anthony’s chilly look halted him… “Tommy, stay away from this woman. If not, you will end up badly.” Anthony’s eyes were cold. He grabbed Anne’s chin and picked her up. “Am I right?” Anne’s breathing was shaking, and her clear eyes were withholding the humiliation. Tommy’s jaw clenched. He looked at Anne, who was unable to move, worriedly. Was it still not clear to him? Before he saw Anne, it was likely that Anthony already had his eyes on her! “Speak!” Anthony was running out of patience. “You’re…right.” Anne gulped. “Bro, don’t do this. Anne didn’t do anything wrong. Let her off!” Tommy pleaded. “Tommy, it’s not your place to tell me what to do!” Anthony reminded him. They were drinking a moment ago, but now Anthony had turned into another person. Tommy looked unwell. “Since you want to find a man, I found one for you. Your client prefers special service. Aren’t I nice to you, hmm?” Anthony’s voice rang like a demon. Anne’s face turned pale again, and her body trembled, but she dared not to look at him, “No…don’t do this. I will do as you say from now on.” “When you go against me, this is what you get.” Anthony’s eyes turned dangerous.

Chapter 18 Anne knew what he meant, she was too close to Tommy, but it was not her fault! He must not blame this on her! “Bring her to the client’s room!” Anthony demanded. The bodyguards by the door walked over. Anne trembled in fear. Seeing that Tommy was coming over, the other bodyguard blocked him from getting close. The bodyguard grabbed Anne by her arm… “Argh, don’t touch me. I don’t want to go…” Anne was very scared, and she kicked the bodyguard’s knees in panic. The bodyguard did not expect her to kick and let go of her. Anne’s body then bumped into Anthony’s arm. He was holding a wine glass, and the wine spilled. The liquid drenched his fingers. The atmosphere in the room turned tense and chillier. Anne was so scared that she trembled. “I’I….wipe it off for you!”

She quickly took the towel from the table and wiped Anthony’s hand. Yet, his hand moved away. Anne was confused and terrified. Suddenly, Anthony’s eerie voice demanded, “Lick it off.” “What…?” Anne was stunned. “Do you need me to repeat myself?” Anthony’s voice was harsher as he threatened. “Bro! Why would you humiliate her like this? Was it not enough what you did to her in the past?” Tommy was furious. He pushed the bodyguards away, trying to save her. The bodyguards were not weak. They were professional. When Tommy was about to punch a bodyguard, he stepped back and dodged. Tommy quickly moved away and threw another punch at the bodyguard’s head.

The bodyguard went into fighting mode. He tilted his head to move from Tommy’s punch. His body went forward, and he punched Tommy in his stomach… “Argh!” Tommy groaned in pain and took a few steps backward. He felt pain in his stomach and tried his best to keep it under control. However, his face was turning pale. Anne saw this and said quickly, “Tommy, this has nothing to do with you. Don’t mind me!” “I’m fine…” Tommy’s voice turned hoarse from pain. “Go away!” Anne looked away. She touched Anthony’s fingers, dripping with wine. She jolted and shut her eyes to put her lips on his hand. “Anne…” Tommy saw her kneeling on her knees, cleaning Anthony’s hand in shock. “Be careful,” Anthony demanded from above. Anne held back her tears and dignity. She was focused on cleaning his hand, slowly making her way from his palms to his fingers. Anthony looked down heartlessly, like a giant looking at an ant by his feet. As he had everything under control, his fingers jolted. Anthony’s body tensed up like a predator under attack! Anne was shocked. She backed away and did not know what she had done wrong. She looked at Anthony blankly. Before she could react, her chin was grabbed harshly. “Argh!” “As expected, some things don’t have to be taught by the others. “Anthony glared with hatred, and he then instructed, “Bring her away!” The bodyguards went forward to grab Anne’s arm, and she did not even resist. Perhaps she knew that even if she did, there was no use. “Anne!” Tommy wanted to help her, but another bodyguard blocked him. He watched as Anne was carried away, and the door was shut automatically Anthony took a towel to wipe his finger. He was cold like ice, unmoved. Tommy went forward, “Bro, let her go. What has she done to you? Not in the past and not now! Even if Sarah wronged you, she is only Anne’s aunt and not her

mother. Why would you punish Anne for that? I don’t understand!” “What does it have anything to do with you?” Anthony scoffed coldly.

Chapter 19 Tommy was speechless. “I don’t want to see you treating Anne this way. She’s innocent.” “To me, nobody is innocent!” Anthony said coldly. Anne was pushed into a room, and the door was closed shut. There was no way for her to open the door. There was someone behind her. She turned back to see an unfit man walking out of the toilet. He had a towel around his body with his bulging belly showing. When the man saw the beautiful lady, his eyes sparkled, especially as she was wearing his ideal costume. “I didn’t expect them to have such beauty, no wonder the membership cost me five million bucks.” Anne was shocked as she leaned on the door. “Don’t…don’t come here. I don’t work here. I was kidnapped…. Don’t touch me. “Come, let me touch you…” the man was eager as he went onto her. “Argh!” Anne flinched and moved away. The man saw Anne hiding by the bed and became more excited. “Don’t worry. I will pay you however much you want as long as you listen to me. You will have unlimited money…” With that said, he went onto her and pressed her against the bed “Argh! Let go of me!” “Aww, you look even prettier up close. Don’t worry. I will be gentle. I won’t hurt a beauty like you.” The man caressed her tender face. Anne was terrified as she stopped his hand. With a thought, she smiled and said, “Sir, I will shower first. It won’t take long. Okay?” “Don’t worry, even if you don’t shower, you’re still very fine.” The man was eager to kiss her. Anne was disgusted. She grabbed the light by the bed stand and smashed it at his head. “Argh!” The man cried out and fainted.

Anne pushed his disgusting body away and went off the bed. Seeing that he was not moving, she was worried that he was dead. She went forward to feel for his

breath and found he was still alive. Anne was not in a rush to get out. Her soft body leaned against the wall as she sat there in terror. Even if she went out, Anthony would find out she escaped, and he would surely find her another man. She did not want to… As she was coming up with a plan, the door clicked. Anne looked up, and her body stiffened. Who was it? A moment later, a tall shadow came in. Anthony’s sharp eyes glanced at the fainted man and then at Anne. She stood up in fear with her back leaning on the wall. Anthony went up to her slowly, elegantly, and dangerously. Anne looked at the man who fainted in bed and the light that had fallen. The bed was tiny, and it seemed that nothing had happened. She tried to come up with an excuse, “It hasn’t started, and he… he fainted…” “Do you think I accept this?” Anthony looked at her darkly. “P… Please let me go? Other than this, I’d do anything.” Anne begged. Anthony glared at Anne and sat on the bed. “Come here.” Anne did not understand but went to him anyway. When she went over, he grabbed her wrist, and she fell onto him. “Argh!” Suddenly, he grabbed her on her chin and forced her to look up.” If you satisfy me, I will let you go.” Anne understood what he wanted, and her lips were trembling. Meanwhile, the man on the bed moved. He was not unconscious after all. A black gun pointed at his head as he was about to sit up. He was so scared that he laid back down. He dared not to move. The man’s eyes looked at the arm holding the gun. The person with the gun exuded a powerful aura when the watch on his hand was worth fifty million. The man dared not to breathe. He knew what was happening…

At midnight, Anne walked back to her rented place on her own. She went into the bathroom, which was big enough for one person. She turned on the tap and washed her face. She looked up in the mirror and saw her eyes were swollen, and she looked like a mess. Her tied hair had loosened, and her hair sat on her shoulder. She comforted herself that at least it was not the other man who assaulted her. Although Anthony did not go all the way, what he did was already insulting enough. She told herself that they had already slept together two years ago. There was no need to make a fuss. She reminded herself of their kids… With that, Anne felt better. She showered and cleaned herself before video calling Nancy. Nancy was worried and answered, “Are you okay??” “I’m fine. It was close. Luckily you are smart.” “I heard a man’s voice, and your voice was shaky. I dared not to speak of anything else. You did tell me not to mention the kids.” “Yeah, that’s right. Where are the kids? I want to see them…” When she saw the cute little creatures, Anne felt much better. She had a happy smile… On the next day, she went to work as usual. “Anne, someone’s looking for you,” a nurse told her. Anne went to the guest room. When she saw the man, she turned to leave. “Anne!” Tommy chased out and pulled on her hand. “Don’t go.” Anne retrieved her hand and looked away. “Don’t come looking for me anymore.” “I’m worried…” “I smashed the other man. He didn’t touch me,” Anne said. Anthony only touched her… “That’s good. I was attacked by Anthony and fainted, so I could not come to you. If anything did happen, I would never forgive myself.” Anne did not expect him to care so much. He was also hurt by Anthony last night.

“Don’t come to me anymore.” With that said, she turned away. “Anne, I said to you that I’ll always have you back. Do you remember?” Tommy asked from behind.

Chapter 20 Anne stopped and turned back to look at him with watery eyes.” I remember, thank you. I will take good care of myself. Also, the person who bought this clinic is…Anthony.” Tommy jolted. “Him?” “So, don’t come here.” Anne looked away and walked inside. Tommy stood there transfixed. He found it hard to accept. If it was Anthony who bought the Aesthetic Clinic, then he was also the person in charge of the Archduke Group… He would never have thought that it was Anthony. When did Anthony turn into the powerful person in charge of the Archduke Group… The reason she told Tommy was to stop him from coming to this clinic that was controlled by Anthony. Also, she did not want Tommy to start a pointless fight as there was no point in fighting against the Archduke Group. Furthermore, she did not want to put Tommy in a difficult situation. Once she managed to leave Luton, she would never come back again. So what was the point…

Anne went to buy lunch in the afternoon. When she walked to the road… “Anne!” When Anne heard the voice, she turned over and saw Sarah, who looked in disbelief. Anne saw her only relative. She wanted to cry but held back her tears. “Aunt…” Sarah went forward and asked, “What happened? Why are you still here? If I didn’t hear Tommy speaking to your uncle, I wouldn’t know that you’re still in Luton!” “Sorry, aunt, I…” “Was it Anthony? You left the party the other day because of Anthony. You’re back because of him, right?” Anne looked down. This was no longer a secret…

“You’re working here? Come back with me! He won’t be able to bully you!” Sarah pulled Anne into the car. “Aunt, no…” “Why not? He’s not welcomed in the Marwood mansion. He won’t be able to do anything!” “Aunt, I can’t …” Anne had tears in her eyes. She held onto the door and did not want to go in. Sarah was furious but seeing Anne’s tears, she softened. “With me by your side, he won’t be able to do anything to you. However, if you’re alone, he could do anything!” “Do you know how powerful Anthony is?” Anne asked. “I heard from Tommy, and we’re all very shocked. It’s terrifying to have someone like him control Luton! So I can’t leave you alone! I will fight for you! Let’s go!” Sarah pulled her again. “No, aunt, listen to me.” “What else is there to say? You were so scared of him back in the Marwood Mansion. You ran away to get away from him. He’s a monster.” “I know, I know it. Aunt, why don’t you let me deal with this on my own? If I don’t, he won’t leave me alone.” “How do you want to deal with him? Would he listen to you?” “Aunt, don’t worry about me. I have a job now. Once I settle down, I will find a way.” Anne thought of how Sarah helped her to buy the tickets and almost got into trouble. She dared not to put Sarah in danger again. Sarah caressed her niece’s face, “Look at your small face. You’ve lost weight. Anne, where do you live now? Is it good? Do you eat well?” “Don’t worry, the place I rented was fine, don’t worry about me.” “Unless you want to sneak away by plane again? This doesn’t work. To be honest, I wish you would stay in Luton.” Anne felt bad, and this was the only thing she could not agree with Sarah.

She had three kids away, and they were Anthony’s children. She must not stay in Luton… “That’s it, then. Stay here, and we will come up with a plan. Hopefully, he will let you go.”