Chapter1 Alexander Stone , the wealthiest man in the world , was known for being a workaholic . Grace Miller had been married to him for five years , during which he had left her behind countless times for business . The first time was on her birthday . She booked a restaurant and waited all day , only to learn he had flown abroad last minute for a business deal . The second time was after her car accident . Hovering between life and death , she needed a family member's signature . With the last of her strength , she texted him - only to receive a cold reply . [ I ' m in the middle of a meeting . It's important . Figure it out yourself . ] The third time was when her father was on his deathbed , barely holding on just to see him one last time . Alexander , however , was too busy presiding over the signing of a multibillion - dollar project . She held her father's fading hand as the call beeped coldly on the other end, her heart finally going numb ' . 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She had barely reached the curb when a black Rolls - Royce came barreling toward her , wild and out of control . She didn't even see the driver . Her body lifted , then slammed onto the pavement , and agony consumed her as everything went black . When she woke again , it was to the sharp sting of disinfectant in the hospital . The first face she saw was that of Ethan Cole , Alexander's ever - composed chief secretary . " Mrs. Stone , you ' re awake . " His tone was flat , almost mechanical . " Mr. Stone asked me to remind you - stop digging where you shouldn't . Next time , it won't just be an ' ' ' ' accident . ' Grace's eyes flew wide . Pain seared through her chest , stealing her breath ' . Him ? It was him ?! All because she had uncovered a single photo , Alexander Stone had orchestrated a car crash to silence her . Wave after wave of shock and heartbreak pulled her under . 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Or is it because he's the richest man in the world that you ' re too scared to arrest him ? " The officers nearby broke into nervous sweat , fumbling for words . " Miss , perhaps there's been some misunderstanding . Mr. Stone " What misunderstanding ?! " The girl stomped her foot , pouting inindignation . " If you won't arrest him , I'll just go to another precinct ! " Before anyone could respond , the screech of brakes split the air outside . A sleek black sedan pulled up . Alexander Stone walked in , dressed in a perfectly tailored black suit . His face was cold , strikingly handsome , and his sheer presence silenced the entire hall . His eyes landed on Grace first . His brow creased sharply . " What are you doing here ? " His voice was cutting , ice - cold . Her throat tightened . She forced out hoarsely , " The police ... called me . " His expression darkened further . " This has nothing to do with you . Go home . 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Since you reported me for solicitation , I'll just let them throw me in for a few days to make it up to you . Would that cheer you up ' ' ? " When he extended his hand toward a stunned officer , silently demanding to be cuffed , several policemen blanched in fear . His assistant rushed forward , panicked . " Miss Hart , you ' ve misunderstood ! This morning , Mr. Stone injured his arm in an accident . He's been at the hospital getting stitches , and his phone died in the meantime . That's why he didn't reply to your message . Please don ' t be upset ! " Bella's gaze darted to his sleeve . She instantly grabbed his hand and saw the white gauze peeking from beneath his cuff . Tears spilled over at once . " You ' re hurt ? Why didn't you tell me sooner ? " Alexander only reached up , gently wiping her tears away . " Regardless , I promised to reply instantly . I failed . That's on me - I deserve punishment . " She cried harder , then suddenly threw herself into his arms . " Why are you so good to me ? " He held her close , his voice dripping with tenderness . " Because I love you . It was my mistake . So tell me , Baby - how do you want me to atone ? " Sniffling , she blinked through tears , then gave a mischievous little pout . " I want you to carry me on your back . Right here . " Chapter1 4.76 % The assistant blanched , ready to protest , but Alexander silenced him with a raised hand . His gaze softened as he asked , " It has to be here ? " " It has to be here . " " Then all right . " he sank to the police station floor , humbling his proud stature for her alone . His voice was velvety soft ' . " Hop on . " Bella broke into delighted laughter , hopping onto his back like a spoiled princess . Bella burst into laughter , climbing onto his back like a pampered princess . And the titan of global finance , the man who commanded boardrooms and headlines - strode across the police station floor with her on his back , his face showing nothing but indulgence . Nothing but love . The entire station went dead silent . No one dared to breathe . Except Grace Miller . She pressed a trembling hand over her mouth , tears streaming uncontrollably down her face . If she hadn't seen it with her own eyes , she never would have believed it- That the Alexander Stone she knew , cold and ruthless , who lived for nothing but work , could reveal such a side of himself . Chapter1