Never Too Far Novel

The receptionist took a look at the good-looking couple in front of her and she could not help admiring them secretly. For a moment there, the receptionist was unsure whether she admired the pretty woman or the extremely handsome man. Finally, she came to the conclusion that she was envious of the lady!

The man was very handsome and he had a great figure; he was indeed a rare gem. After securing a room, Angela held his hand and entered the elevator together. She appeared to be even more anxious than he was.

For a moment there, Richard was in a passive state. “I thought that you wanted to have coffee? How about we grab a bite first?”

Angela nodded and reached out to select the top floor where the cafe was located. The night was still young and he was here with her, so he would not be able to escape anyway.

Indeed, she was using her way to let this man know that he could go and complete his mission, but he had to come back in one piece because she was here waiting for him.

They grabbed a bite at the cafe before heading downstairs to their room. Angela opened the door by swiping the card; as soon as she noticed the large, white king-sized bed, her cheeks could not help but turn rosy.

“Uhh… Why don’t you go have a shower first?” She shoved the man next to her and her shyness was evident under the lights.

However, he reached out and grabbed her hand to pull her before him. He kept his dark eyes fixated on her. “We don’t have to do this right now.”

As soon as she heard that, she lifted her head and met his eyes with a firm gaze albeit blushing. “I don’t want to wait any longer. Didn’t you realize that I was waiting for this chance to jump you ever since we were at the base?”

To that, Richard’s eyes were widening gradually.

Angela thought to herself, Whatever! There is really no need to take a shower. It’s too troublesome. She wrapped her arms around his neck and stood on tiptoes while cupping his handsome face. Subsequently, she leaned in and planted a kiss on him with her red lips.

For a moment there, he felt an incoming force surging within him. In order not to hurt her, he gladly initiated the movement and fell back onto the bed behind him. As for the lady, she fell into his embrace as well. It appeared that Angela was the hunter while he was her prey.

Her eyes shone as she looked at him. “You’re mine tonight.”

Heaving a sigh in response, he asked, “Are you sure about this?”

“I’m positive.” Having said that, she moved forward and kissed him again. She fumbled and seemed to be quite inexperienced.

Subsequently, the man placed his large palm around her waist and their positions were upturned; he was now atop her.

She revealed a seductive smile and her expression was charmingly sexy. She reached out to grasp his perfect chin and teased him. “I’m yours too.”

These three words were all it took for this man’s heart to flutter as if it was tickled by a feather. It was then a flash of strong suppression appeared in his eyes.

“I’ll keep you company tonight. Go to bed first.” Richard was trying hard to suppress his urges and even then, it took him the best of his efforts to achieve that.

Nonetheless, he did not wish to hurt her and merely wanted to keep her company before he returned from his mission.

Suddenly, Angela flared up upon hearing his words. “Richard, don’t tell me that you…”

As soon as she said that, that was the last straw for him and he threw all caution to the wind. He narrowed his eyes and spoke up hoarsely, “Of course not.”

“Then, prove it to me.” She wrapped her arms around his neck and refused to let him leave. “Otherwise, I’ll get someone else to prove themselves to me.”

Instantly, Richard’s eyes darkened and he suddenly felt a strong urge rise up. At that moment, he lowered his head and spoke with dominance, “How dare you.”

Immediately after he said that, he proved himself through his actions, planting multiple kisses on her lips non-stop.

The warm morning sun rays landed on the face of the girl who was sleeping soundly; it felt like a morning call for her. However, she was worn out and continued to laze in bed. Refusing to get out of bed, she avoided the sunlight by turning around and instinctively snuggled into the man’s arms, continuing her sleep.

The man who had woken up earlier wore a tender expression on his face as he admired the features of the girl sleeping in his arms under the glow of sunrise. He could not contain the smile from appearing on his face.

At that moment, a loose tendril of hair slid down from her forehead and he gently tucked it back behind her ears. Distinctly, he heard her mutter, “Richard, I’ve had enough.”

He tried hard to stifle his laughter as he replied in a hoarse voice, “Alright. I’ll stop.”

His words caused her to gradually widen her eyes as her eyelashes fluttered. Instantly, his exceptionally handsome face appeared in front of her and she noticed he had a satisfied smile on his face. She then reached out and covered her own face with her hands.

After switching off the lights last night, every sensation she felt was in the dark; but right now, they were shone by the sun rays and she could not help but redden in embarrassment.

Although just freshly woken up, she instantly regretted her actions last night. She regretted questioning his performance ability, which prompted him to work extra hard to debunk her doubt. As a result, he had not given her much chance to rest throughout the night.

She recalled the words she had told him the night before. “Captain Lloyd, please!”

“Richie, stop!”

Nonetheless, Angela had experienced a night that she was reluctant to recall.

“What’s wrong? Weren’t you a little daredevil last night?” Richard chuckled in a low voice and planted a kiss on her forehead.

At that moment, she planted her face into his arms. “How dare you bring up anything from last night!”

“Hehe…” He could not contain his giggle as he glanced at her tenderly and with full resignation. “I couldn’t help it. After all, I had been suppressing myself for the past twenty-nine years.”

As soon as Angela heard that, she laughed gleefully. His words were a clear indication that this was his first experience too. Come to think about it, I’ve scored! Hold on. This is my first time too.

“Are you for real? You’re not lying to me, are you?” She lifted her bright-red face and she looked enchanting under the morning glow.

At that moment, Richard felt a flutter in his heart as he ruffled her hair. “I will never lie to you.” His words were firm and sincere.

Angela felt a warm and fuzzy feeling rise up within her as she reached out to cling to his neck. She leaned against his chest at ease. “You’re not allowed to lie to me or leave me, ever. I will be your responsibility for the rest of your life.”

He hugged her tightly and whispered into her ears, “Sure, I will take full responsibility for the rest of your life.”

“Okay! I want to be hugged tightly to sleep by you every night from today onward.” She lifted her head and looked at him with doe eyes, looking innocent yet seductive.

“Sure!” He dropped a kiss on her forehead and noticed that the blanket had slid off her body. There were some reddened marks on her skin and he kissed the spot with a distressed expression.

Angela lowered her head and saw that too as she blushed. “You were so rough last night.”

“I’m sorry,” Richard apologized in a hoarse voice.

“I’m thirsty and I want some water.” Indeed, the spoiled princess could not shake off her habit overnight. Fluttering her eyelashes, she looked at him with indication for him to fetch her some water.

The man smiled in response and stroked her on the nose before getting up. As soon as he rose, his firm and well-toned back was revealed to her.

Angela saw his back and her eyes widened in surprise instantly. Subsequently, she blinked and shifted her eyes guiltily; his back was horrific-looking! It must be some wild cat that did that! She would never admit to inflicting such wounds on him.

Hmm? She recalled the past events and realized that it seemed to have been her own doing. Within split seconds, her face flushed redder than ever. How did I even do that?!

By then, Richard had brought a glass of water over for her and personally held the glass to her mouth. “Get up. Let’s go for breakfast.”

“Are you in a hurry to head home?” asked Angela.

“I’m not.”

“How about staying for another day? I just want to spend some time with you right now.” She refused to give up this chance to be with him. After all, she wanted to give him some sweet memories to recall if he really went off for the mission.

“Sure.” He nodded and agreed.

After breakfast, they took a stroll outside until Angela felt tired again, so they went back into the room to take a nap. She wanted to hug him as she took a nap, but it was then the man’s urges returned.

She was quite a naughty one as well. Despite being well aware that Richard was trying hard to suppress himself, she purposely tried to provoke him. Once again, she was held beneath him as he straddled her. “Umph, Richard, don’t you dare…”

However, her cries of protest were instantly muffled by him and the intimacy level in the air gradually intensified.

“I love you.” Angela heard his hoarse voice confess his love and she beamed widely as she became submerged in the passionate throes.

They stayed by the seaside for three full days and Richard sent her home after their trip at last. Along the way back, she could not help her emotions and stayed silent. She was so happy for the past three days, but after the happy moments, she knew that she had to accept the fact that he was due to leave soon.

She was aware that Richard’s expression had tensed up after the phone call he received, so she knew that he had to depart for his mission soon.

After entering the town area, her heart clenched even tighter as they approached her home. At that moment, the man decided to speak up, “Angela, I’ve got something to tell you.”

Angela heaved a tiny sigh as she thought, Ultimately, he’s going to be forthcoming with me, huh?

“You don’t have to say anything. I know what you’re about to say. You’re about to embark on a dangerous mission.” She lifted her head and glanced at him with a worried expression.

At that moment, Richard was slightly stunned. How did she find out?

“Your mom told me about it. I have no intention of stopping you, but all I want is for you to return in one piece.” She looked at him unwaveringly, yet there was an expectant glimmer in her eyes. “I want you to come back to me safe and sound.”

house and glanced at her hopeful, little face before reaching out to stroke the back of her head. “Don’t worry. I’ll definitely

tearing up. Over the past three days, she had tried her best to avoid thinking about this matter, but she knew that she had to face it

promise I will,” he

his promise. “Swear on my life. If you don’t return, then I’ll even sacrifice my life

felt a pang in his heart as he replied hoarsely, “Stop that

smiled and shook her head.

come back safely.” Richard gave his

to smile at him. “Once

“Didn’t you say… it was

shook her head and revealed a smug look. “I lied to you. That’s why you must come back because I’m sure you wouldn’t

of her head before kissing her roughly. “Don’t you dare marry someone else!” Angela’s eyes were firm and unwavering as she negotiated, “Come home, then. If

placed his forehead against

to ensure that he came back and this was the most effective way she could think of. Despite the potential dangers involved in this mission, he had to come back alive because he had a major responsibility right here. His grandpa would be fine as he had the security of being taken

planted a

reached out to hug him

and watched as his car disappeared into the

in long waiting days and

some time to recollect herself as she did not want to show her family members her anxiety. The last thing she wanted was for her

Richard, informing that he was already on the plane. For the subsequent period of time, his phone would be switched

remained positive on the phone as she was confident that he would be

in the afternoon. It was then she received a phone call from Scarlet, who invited her to go shopping with her in order to purchase some

just trying

entering the Meyers Residence as a guest. She picked up Angela and headed off to an exclusive shop in the town center. It was

because he is such a mighty and powerful figure, who never failed any of

much better than before as she nodded. “Yup, I

used to such anxiety as she used to worry about her husband the same way she worried about

I’ll introduce you guys to each other next time. She’s studying abroad and gaining a

sounds great. I would love to get to know her. She

been permanently stationed abroad for work, so this

heard about

is Ruka Singed. You can

like an adorable girl,” Angela

than you and she’s indeed a wonderful girl,” Scarlet mentioned with a

their enjoyable afternoon tea, Scarlet sent Angela back home at about 5.00PM. Besides, she also reminded Angela to seek her out anytime to chat if she was

lifted significantly and she knew that she should not continue to wallow in self-pity. She had to keep her spirits up and wait

had an invincible presence in her mind, so she trusted that he would definitely be able to overcome

distant gorge far away from the town center of Lauchrist, several black-colored SUVs silently traveled through the forest in the dark. The cars in the fleet

our striker team ahead to scout the route.” An instruction

to the captain opened the car door and alighted. Roy grabbed the man’s wrist. “Richard, why are you

join

Captain Anderson instructed sternly.

have received instructions from my uncle to keep me safe, but my job here is as one of your men and I’m not here to be protected.” Richard finished his words and struggled out of Captain Anderson’s

other choice and he could merely

others. I heard that there are a few hundred men guarding the place, so the chances

in Captain Anderson’s eyes as he looked toward the darkened area in front. “Even if we end up with his dead body, we have to bring him back

and the ground was rocky and uneven. There was a blanket of snow and the temperature on the ground was near zero. At that moment, several dark figures marched through the

strategic cave that could be easily

can get. There are a few people standing guard, so

“Alright.” Richard nodded.

ahead like a black-feathered bird cruising silently in

the air and suddenly… Crack! The drone broke into pieces and disappeared

exposed. We have to leave,”

a hail of bullets fired in their direction. The men on the snow-covered ground

exposed. Retreat.” The team leader gestured a

every member heeded the instruction and retreated, but one of them

“Captain Lloyd.”

“You leave.”

you trying

disappeared in the snowy

team leader retorted in

leader then returned to the hiding spot of their main group. Inside the car, he had just taken a sip of warm water when Captain Anderson interrogated him, “Why isn’t Richard back? I told you to make sure you bring him back! Are you

team leader. I wouldn’t be able to make him follow my instructions.” The team

this guy, Richard Lloyd, here. He has never

get to my rank at the age of twenty-six.” Captain Anderson heaved a sigh. “Maintain constant contact with him. Perhaps he would be the key to

any danger. Otherwise, it would be quite tough to explain things

support him. This brat is always causing trouble for me!” After Captain Anderson finished saying that, he instructed his subordinates to keep the communication system on the whole time and they were told not to

the flurry of gunshots, there was a figure bare-handedly climbing up the middle part of the cliff and he looked like a feral wolf as he

Anderson kept his eyes on his subordinates and watched them tap away on their computers. Finally, one of his subordinates turned to look at him with a resigned expression. “We haven’t been able to receive any information on Captain Lloyd. Perhaps he has switched off the communication system or there must be a transmission

know if he’s dead or alive?” one of the fiery-tempered

not lose his life that easily. I have the utmost confidence in his

strong. They’ve also employed all of the finest mercenaries in their team, which is why we’re unable

for news from him. Let’s come

the exterior part of the main cliff was covered in a layer of icy snow. Meanwhile, another flurry of

dunking the water bottle into his mouth. However, he realized that the flask was empty, so he could not contain his irritation as he muttered angrily. Subsequently, he gestured to his teammate and lifted his flask to indicate that

muscles. As he felt a little rock hitting his head, he lifted

mysterious man as

man standing awfully near to the edge of the cliff. Out

next second, his mouth was muffled by a large palm and a sharp knife was swiftly plunged into his chest at lightning speed. His eyes widened as he tried to reach for his gun, but his hand dropped lifelessly halfway. Subsequently, his body was rolled down the cliff silently

man. The man had a tall nose bridge, his brows were deeply furrowed, and there was a dark expression in his eyes. With that, he

could fit a hundred men. The site had already been turned into a fully functioning living system and there were hundreds of mercenaries currently seated in groups as they chatted relaxedly with each other to kill boredom. Each of them carried weapons on

strapping tall and he hid amongst the crowd dressed in the military coat and furry hat. He held the distinctive flask of this place in his hand as he naturally strode toward the area to fill his bottle. After filling it,

a highly defensive location to be attacked, the mercenaries were rather laid back. There was also plenty of food and wine inside the cave. Besides, they were paid very

a disadvantage with employing mercenaries as they all had their own self-interests at heart, producing a group lacking team spirit. As soon as something

drunk soldier coming his way who then greeted him. He greeted back in the same hoarse

continued walking. His aim was not to get alcohol but rather to find the electrical sources. Finally, he stopped at a crossroads and stared at a door located there for a while before he walked

door before Richard said to him,

inside immediately went on alert mode. He was in charge of the personnels stationed here and was responsible for all the surveillance equipment here. He was sure that he had never seen a guy with

second that their gazes met, Richard made the first move by hitting the man on the head. Before the person could even react, he had

a few punches his way. Since the man was already weakened by the initial attack, the consecutives punches made him all

and opened the screen door. Looking at the nest of wires inside, he slowly opened the kettle that he had and poured some water on them, causing electric sparks to occur everywhere. Then, the room

sounds of people smashing things on the floor came from the hallway. Obviously, the soldiers were very upset

a few shots into

pain echoed around, all the soldiers in the dark took out their guns. In the darkness, the only sound that could be heard was the sound of the gunshot and the only thing that could be seen was all the gun sparks that occured each time someone pulled the trigger. The cave had become a slaughterhouse as everybody inside had lost all sense of direction and logic

darkness. However, as time went by, there were lesser curses, questions and screamings of the soldiers could be heard. A sickeningly

behind a rock, Richard was silently observing the situation with

allies and immediately stopped

to regroup in the middle and form

who tried to command the entire

remaining survivors were soon reduced to five to six when bullets came flying from

surrendering. He then looked up and saw a dark silhouette getting close to him. He had never been so afraid in his

the left side in the darkness, as the man did not even look before ending the surprise assailant with a single shot. Squatting down in front of the soldier, Richard asked, “Where’s Moccan

in the base

man that came back from hell, as he walked out of the cave to be greeted by the sky

extremely terrifying with his

Moccan trained his soldiers. So, he’s actually hiding in the base behind. Bending over, Richard picked up

laying on the ground, they silently climbed up the cliff only to smell the thick scent of blood wafting through the air as they climbed up. They went into the cave to have a

more than a hundred people in such a short amount of

What a godlike existence.

us again. See if he left any information

message saying that Moccan is in the base

reinforce him.” Captain Anderson waved his hand, and the

to observe the base behind. From there, he saw that the brightly lit base was constructed mostly

orders from Captain Anderson that he was forbidden from acting alone,

prowess was greatly reduced, yet the people here did not seem to

the team arrived with Captain Anderson tapping his shoulders. Even though they did not exchange verbally, the gaze from Captain Anderson told Richard that he was grateful

of him, they were one step closer to

as the size of a dragonfly were sent out and they were

are around

move fast. Moccan might find out that his vanguard has been eliminated. If that happens, he might get rid

the lead,” Richard

shoulders down, Captain Anderson replied, “Let my men go. You stay with

soldiers going down into the base. Yet, just after ten minutes,

is to

for he always liked accomplishing

front side with the back of the base being a weak point