Too Much to Bear, My Love - Season 1 Episode 49
However, Amelia only smiled at her. “Ms. Yard, if there isn’t anything else, I’ll be taking my leave. I still need to work in the afternoon; I do have an office job. I can’t possibly have as much time as a great pianist like you.”
Staring at her, Cassie commanded, “You haven’t said what your terms are for leaving Oz. You’re not allowed to leave.”
Giving Cassie a look she would give to an idiot, Amelia replied, “Ms. Yard, you’ve got the looks, the body, a good family, and a fantastic career. You’re almost perfect. Are you telling me you’re afraid of a woman like me, who’s utterly unaccomplished?”
Cassie choked on Amelia’s words before she huffed, “I’m not scared of you. I just don’t want Oz to be around a depraved woman like you.”
Amelia grinned. ”You’re Oscar’s beloved. He’ll listen to you, so tell him to divorce me. If he shows me the divorce papers, I’ll sign them right away. I won’t hesitate at all.”
With that said, Amelia took her bag and left with her head high.
Glaring at Amelia’s retreating figure, Cassie hissed, “Don’t be too proud of yourself, Amelia Winters.”
A week later, Carter summoned Amelia to his office.
“Mr. Scott, are you looking for me?”
Carter took out a file and handed it to her. “Amelia, it’s been eight days since you’ve joined the company, and I’ve managed to get a place for you for the training in Saspiuburg. If you’re interested, sign here. It’s rare for any company to have a six-month design training, so it’s best that you seize this opportunity.”
After reading the document, Amelia beamed, “Thank you, Mr. Scott. I’ll be joining the training.”
Carter shook his head dismissively and said, “No need to thank me. I’ve arranged a studio apartment for you and hired a housekeeper as well. Don’t worry, she’s an honest lady who’ll take good care of you.”
“Mr. Scott, that won’t be necessary. I’ll make the arrangements myself,” Amelia promptly rejected. She did not want to owe Carter too much, for it was difficult to return a favor.
“Amelia, we’re friends, and I’m your kid’s godfather. This is something I should do for you. Please just accept it,” Carter insisted. “Or do you not see me as your friend?”
“Mr. Scott, I know we’re friends, but it’s best if we draw lines for certain things. I don’t wish to owe you too many favors.”
With no choice, Carter relented, “I’ve asked my friend to look for this housekeeper, so is it all right for you to pay for her services, then?”
Amelia nodded. If she were to reject him too many times, she might make things foul between them.
Putting down his pen, Carter continued, “Amelia, I’m willing to do these for you, so don’t feel pressured. You know how I feel about this. If you really get a divorce, I hope you’ll give me a chance.”
Amelia only spared him a glance before muttering, “Mr. Scott, if there isn’t anything else, I’ll return to my work.”
Carter nodded.
Then, Amelia left with the file in her hands.
The design department was busy as always. Amelia only mulled over the moment for a while before diving back into her work.
passes quickly. Soon, it was
could leave when working hours were over. Moreover, those who were not done could bring their work home. Hence, the moment the clock
down to the office building’s main entrance with her bag, she spotted a familiar car parked at the side of the road. She thought she saw the wrong car at first but was dumbfounded when she saw the person coming out of
voice sounded out behind her. “Amelia, give me a moment. I’ll
was behind her, before turning to Oscar,
I ever told
has me.” Striding over, Oscar wrapped his arm around Amelia’s waist
Oscar. Sparks flew as the two
pleasure to meet you,” Carter gave Oscar a fake smile
When we last saw each other, I didn’t realize you are Mr. Scott’s grandson. I wasn’t
having not expected him to be
such an interesting love life other than being a brilliant businessman. I have to express my admiration for you, as I really am incomparable to you
goodness. Both are equally
and this is a public space. Could you two not do this
his sweetest tone to say, “Honey,
was covered with
pinching her nose, Oscar continued, “Aren’t you cheeky? I told you to call me ‘Darling’. We’ll save ‘Mr. Clinton’ for
saucers, Amelia wondered what he was trying
Oscar chuckled, “I’ve reserved a place at the restaurant and I’ve bought you a gift. I’m sure you’ll love
stunned and in a
to Carter. “Mr. Scott, thank you for taking care of Amelia these few days. She and I will treat you to a good meal another day. Since it’s our wedding anniversary today, we’ll
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muttered apologetically, “Carter, I’ll leave with my husband first. We’ll
Carter nodded.
door for her. Like a gentleman, he buckled her seatbelt for her before entering
his chest, Carter felt as if someone had dug a hole in his
Amelia questioned, “What’s the matter with
anniversary. What’s wrong with me bringing my wife out for
Clinton, if my memory serves me well, our wedding
his only response. Amelia was close to strangling him
with
surprise for you. Do you really think
him a look. Is that
silent and focused on the road again. As it was the evening rush hour,
neutral, Oscar said, “Amelia, I’m hoping to compensate you for
Amelia; she did not know
were to hear that, I wonder how upset she’ll be,”
the greater good. She won’t throw a tantrum over this. Moreover, we’re husband and wife by
unable to refute his
Oscar was a romantic man. As long as he wanted to, no women could resist his sweet
Staring at the wooden board in the luxurious restaurant on the second floor, she read the words on it—Together forever, Oscar and Amelia. Beside their names was a photo of them, and on the photo was a drawing of a heart with an arrow pierced through it.
Amelia could not help but let out a laugh. It was as if this was their wedding. By the side of the entrance were some pretty women in formal wear. When they saw Oscar and Amelia’s arrival, they greeted in unison, “Welcome, Mr. and Mrs. Clinton.”
As Amelia was stunned by the way she was addressed, Oscar reached out to hold her hand and gently muttered, “Let’s go.”
Quietly, she followed him, her heart racing a mile an hour.
Like a gentleman, Oscar pulled her chair back and gestured for her to sit. “Honey, please sit.”
After Amelia sat down, Oscar sat down in the other chair. Promptly, two servers walked over and asked, “Mr. Clinton, Mrs. Clinton, we’ve prepared the dishes. Shall we serve them now?”
Oscar asked, “Honey, are you hungry yet?”
Her heart still thumping loudly, Amelia smiled and replied, “All right.”
“Mr. Clinton, Mrs. Clinton, please give us a minute.”
After the two servers left, a violinist playing a classical piece walked toward them. Melodious music echoed throughout the floor.
Soon, the main dish was served. One plate was a medium steak and the other was a medium-well steak. He took Amelia’s medium-well steak and cut it for her. “Please dig in.”
Stunned by his sweet actions, a smile grew on her lips. “Mr. Clinton, why are you so nice to me today?”
“Call me Darling,” Oscar insisted.
Amelia gave him an odd look, but she obeyed. “Darling.”
Oscar did not seem to be Oscar. He was much gentler than he usually was. Amelia could have drowned in the loving look in his eyes. “Good,” he said.
Picking up her fork, Amelia placed a piece of steak in her mouth before chuckling. “Darling, I don’t know what made you change your personality, but I’m happy for everything you’re doing for me today.”
Oscar answered, “If you like it, I’ll bring you out for meals whenever I’m free.”
Unromantically, Amelia blurted out, “Darling, aren’t you going to divorce me?”
Giving her a look, Oscar replied, “This is our private time right now. Let’s not talk about those unhappy things.”
Amelia nodded.
After the main dish, Oscar asked the servers to clean the table. Swiftly, the servers took the plates away. In the next second, the lights went off, and the dim flame of the candle was the only source of light left.
As Amelia was shocked by the turn of events, a birthday song reverberated throughout the hall. “Happy birthday to you. Happy birthday to you. Happy birthday to you…”
Turning to the source of the voice, Amelia saw one of the servers pushing a five-tier cake toward them. Then, Oscar stood up and walked over to take the cart and continued pushing it toward Amelia.
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