Too Much To Bear My Love

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.

quickly. Soon, it was

finished their work, they could leave when

to the office building’s main entrance with her bag, she spotted a familiar car parked at the side of the road. She thought

Carter’s voice sounded out behind her. “Amelia, give me a moment. I’ll send

who was behind her, before turning to Oscar, who was already walking

ever told him where I

trouble you, Mr. Scott. My wife has me.” Striding over, Oscar wrapped his arm around Amelia’s waist in

Sparks flew as the two outstanding men engaged

Mr. Clinton. A pleasure to meet you,” Carter

to meet you. When we last saw each other, I

Amelia’s face fell, having not expected him to be harsh

have such an interesting love life other than being a

are

of you are well-respected people, and this is a public space.

used his sweetest tone to say, “Honey,

Amelia’s entire body was covered with goosebumps.

her nose, Oscar continued, “Aren’t you cheeky? I told you to call me ‘Darling’. We’ll

as wide as saucers, Amelia wondered

at the restaurant and I’ve bought you a gift.

stunned and

I will treat you to

muttered apologetically, “Carter, I’ll leave with my husband first. We’ll talk again

Carter nodded.

Oscar took Amelia away and opened the car door for her. Like a gentleman, he buckled

as if someone had

questioned, “What’s the matter with you today, Mr.

What’s wrong with me bringing my wife out for

“Mr. Clinton, if my memory serves me well, our

so?” was his only response. Amelia was close to strangling him there

beating around the bush. Just be straightforward with me. Aren’t you sick

a surprise for you. Do you

cast him a look. Is

on the road again. As it was the evening rush hour, there was a

said, “Amelia, I’m hoping to compensate you for what I’ve owed you

stunned Amelia; she did not know what Oscar was up to

Ms. Yard were to hear that, I wonder how

for the greater good. She won’t throw a tantrum over this. Moreover, we’re husband and wife by law, so no one would dare to say anything

shrugged, unable to

As long as he wanted to,