His Hybrid Mate

Chapter 186

　　Annette felt that it was a little funny.

　　How could Connor be jealous anytime and anywhere?

　　"Don't laugh, Annette. I am serious. Answer me."

　　"You've made me answer such kinds of questions so many times. As I said before, a lot of women are attracted to you or who you are. However, I prefer to live in peace and undisturbed. So, at any time, you won't be my first choice."

　　Connor's face turned cold.

　　Before he got angry, Annette continued, "Neither Austin is. He is as outstanding as you and can't bring women a sense of security. If I can only choose one between you, I will choose you."

　　Connor stared at Annette's face.

　　Annette looked calm and didn't seem to be lying.

　　"In the world, if I can't even give you a sense of security, then no one else can."

　　Annette shook her head and smiled, not saying anything more.

　　"You don't believe me?"

　　"No, I believe you. But, you are such a charming man. I am not confident to keep you by my side for the rest of my life."

　　Connor frowned and said, "Why are you not confident about yourself? Why don't you believe that you are the best in this world?"

　　Annette lowered her eyes and smiled bitterly. She said, "Because I am not. Otherwise, why would my father reject me? Why would my mother leave me? Connor, I am not as good as you think."

　　Connor did not feel angry. He just felt sorry for Annette.

　　He walked to her and pulled her into his arms.

　　Dwayne waved his hand and then everyone left quietly.

　　Annette smiled. She leaned on Connor's chest and said, "You aren't pitying me, are you? I'm not saying so to make you sympathize with me."

　　"I'm telling you that I'm getting closer to happiness. You are my happiness."

　　Annette was moved again.

　　She had fallen deeper in love with Connor.

　　"Thank you." Annette raised her hand and slowly wrapped her arms around Connor's waist.

　　Connor was a little surprised. This was the first time Annette had hugged him back.

　　For him, it was a great improvement.

　　Connor liked Annette taking the initiative to approach him. It meant that she was opening up her heart to him.

　　They hugged each other and warmed each other's hearts.

　　After a long time, Annette said, "The food is getting cold. I'm hungry."

　　Connor let go of her and reached out to rub her head. He went back to his seat and said, "Enjoy the food. We'll go upstairs and continue after dinner."

　　"Continue? About what?"

　　Annette touched her lower abdomen and said warily, "I am pregnant."

　　Connor tilted his head and smiled. He asked, "What do you think I am going to do?"

　　"How would I know it?"

　　Connor sighed, "I want to continue hugging you. Don't let your imagination run wild. By the way, I haven't finished the topic about Austin."

　　"What else do you want to ask about Austin?"

　　"Don't you like him very much? Just compare me to him regardless of our family backgrounds. Why did you rank him behind me?"

　　Annette rolled her eyes and was somewhat speechless.

　　She then explained, "It was because of Austin's personality. He is not very decisive and is easily persuaded. I don't want him to give me up when he has to make a choice. On the contrary, you are more persistent. You won't listen to others as long as you make up your mind. So, compared to Austin, I feel more secure being with you."

　　Connor snorted.

　　"So you also know how irritating it is to be the person who is most likely to be abandoned when faced with choices. You still did that to me more than once."

　　"I don't want to make you choose between me and your family," Annette said with hesitation.

　　Connor said, "Annette, I like the way you speak frankly in front of me. Do you understand?"

　　"I'm afraid you'll give up on me, so..." Annette glanced at Connor as she spoke. Then, she continued, "Let's change the topic. There is no comparison between you and Austin."

　　Connor did not object. He said gently, "Let's eat."

　　He recalled the investigation report in his drawer and put on a smile.

　　Connor wondered if Annette could still be so calm after she knew the truth about Austin one day.

　　Alanna loved the cosmetics of the Fisher Group and was talking about the most updated news in the office every day. So, Annette would naturally learn about the current situation of the Fisher Group.

　　Alanna was leaning against Annette's desk and asked seriously, "Annette, when are you going to make your relationship with Mr. Norman public? Rumors are everywhere now. It is said that the Fisher Group wants to stage a comeback through the marriage alliance between the daughter of the Fisher family and the president of the Norman Group. Aren't you mad about it?"

　　Sara shook her head and smiled resignedly. She said, "Alanna, where did you hear it? It is so unreliable."

　　"Who would dare to spread the rumors about the relationship between Mr. Norman and Annette? The outsiders do not know their real relationship and will naturally talk about the rumors. Therefore, there are many versions of the rumors about Mr. Norman and Jessica from the Black Thorn Pack," Alanna complained.

　　Annette smiled but did not say anything.

　　These rumors were mostly made by Jessica and Leslie.

　　But this time, why did they even scheme against Lance?

　　Alanna said with a mysterious expression, "I heard that the president of the Fisher Group has a bad relationship with his Luna. And he has a child outside his marriage."

　　Annette's heart tightened. She looked up at Alanna.

　　Seeing that Annette and the others in the office were all staring at her, Alanna thought that they were interested in the topic. She left Annette's table and turned to face the three of them.

　　"One of my friends worked as an assistant in the Fisher Group. One day, when he went to deliver documents with his mentor, he heard Mrs. Fisher scolded Mr. Fisher in the president's office and said that Mr. Fisher had a child with another woman. At that time, my friend's mentor pulled him away, but my friend said that he must have heard it right. Now, the Fisher Group wants to reorganize to make sure the property won't go to the illegitimate child. Does it make sense to you now?"

　　Annette held the cup with both hands as she looked outside the window.

　　Eden sighed, "Rich people's lives are so complicated."

　　Alanna said with an exaggerated expression, "So, Annette, you have to seize the opportunity. Do you know how terrible the rumors are? If the rumors run wild, people will take them seriously. At that time, whether you are Mr. Norman's true love or not, people will still think that you are a home wrecker."

　　Annette smiled, "I will think about it carefully. I have to go to the classroom to have a class meeting first. Will anyone come with me?"

　　Alanna and the others waved their hands and refused. Annette took the folder and left.

　　On the way, she sighed slightly.

　　At first, she did not want to reveal her relationship with Connor, but now she could not.

　　She placed her hand on her belly, feeling a little worried.