Falling for my ex’s uncle novel

Chapter 62 Samantha really is something else .

Angela muttered , her voice laced with anger .

I saw Mr.

Herrera walk out of your room this morning , and not only did she act completely unfazed , but shes still clinging to him .

Dont you get angry , Laurel ? I gave a wry smile .

Samantha truly carries herself like a queen .

Honestly , if I were a man , I might like that kind of woman too .

Just then .

Samantha turned and began walking toward us , her heels clicking rhythmically against the floor .

Angela , would you get me a drink ? she asked , her tone smooth but with an edge .

Tafrak youll end up getting eaten alive by Samantha , Angela replied , worry flickering in her eyes .

I patted her hand gently , offering a reassuring smile .

Dont worry .

My meat isnt that easy to swallow .

Go ahead .

With a resigned sigh , Angela reluctantly walked off to the bar to get us drinks .

Now alone with Samantha , she stood in front of me , her gaze heavy with meaning .

I suppose I havent introduced myself properly she said , her smile faltering .

Im Samantha , Alexs fance .

Her words hung in the air , and her smile quickly turned cold .

She fixed me with a look that was more mocking thun sincere .

I nodded , my expression remaining calm as I smiled back .

Fiancée Samantha paused for a moment , as if pondering her next words carefully .

Alex clearly likes you .

You have a similar aura and appearance to mine .

But honestly , last night , he was just trying to get under my skin .

Her tone shifted from confident to almost apologetic , but I could see through her act .

A cynical laugh bubbled up inside me .

If she was truly his fiancée , then what did that make me , the woman hed already married ? So, how much are you offering me ? I asked , narrowing my eyes , a smirk creeping onto my face .

How much to walk away from your fiance ! Im curious will he give me more pocket money , or will you ? Samantha froze , her face betraying a moment of surprise , but more than that , there was a flash of anger .

She probably never expected Alex to give me money , or maybe she didnt think Id dare to say something like that .

Miss Parks , she said after a long pause , trying to regain control .

I Prove it ? I asked , raising an eyebrow .

youre angry , and you probably dont believe me , but I can prove it to you .

there was a chill beneath her smile , something dark and Lets see who really matters to Alex , shall we ? Samanthas voice was sweet , but there was a threatening .

I didnt have the energy to play her game , so I casually rubbed my temple as if I were having a headache .

I dont need proof.

Im a little tired .

Excuse me .

Before I could leave , a waiter passed by with a tray , but he stumbled and bumped into me .

Before I could even react , a hand shot out from beside mc , pulling me toward the pool .

In an instant , I was falling into the water dragged down with Samantha The cold , dark water closed over me , and a wave of fear gripped my chest .

Since I was little , the thing Ive feared the most is water , because one winter , I almost drowned in a small river not far from my grandmothers house .

That river , though small , wasnt really small at all .

And when the tide came in , the water could rise as high as a person .

In the winter , a thick layer of ice would form over the lake , but even so , the children never went near the lakes edge .

But when I was six , 1 was tricked into going to the lakeside , and then someone pushed me from behind .

The ice cracked open , and my body got stuck in it .

I struggled to get out , but the more I fought , the faster the ice broke .

Before 1 could even cry out .

I fell straight into the icy water .

It felt like there were hands pulling me down from beneath the water , pulling me deeper and deeper .

Later , I managed to survive , but I lost my trust in people .

I went from being an outgoing little girl to someone who barely spoke .

1/3 Chapter 62 More importantly , I never wanted to make close friends again .

Sometimes , when theyre unhappy , they might take my life .

Alex dive in , swimming toward me .

Now , with the water closing in around me .

I was certain I was about to die .

But then I saw Alex Π .

I reached out , but instead of pulling me toward safety , he grabbed Samantha , holding her close as he swam to the surface .

Of course , Samantha was his first love .

What did I expect ? He wasnt about to save a woman who , in his eyes , was nothing more than a mere commence .

I was no one to him .

But I wasnt ready to die .

Not like this .

Not with my mother still depending on me , and not with Angela , who would surely be heartbroken .

In that moment , I thought of Angela crying , and I wished she would stop her crying was far too ugly .

Laurel , wake up .

I slowly opened my eyes , groggy and shivering , to see Angela leaning over me , her face drenched in tears .

Stop crying , I muttered weakly .

If you keep crying , no one will want you I propped myself up .

forcing a smile despite the chill .

But as I did , I noticed a figure looming over me .

It was Isaac , drenched , his brow furrowed with concern .

Are you okay ? he asked , his voice low I shook my head , the cold still creeping through my body .

Im fine … just cold .

But Miss Harvey … is she okay ? Angela was about to snap , but I quickly placed a hand on her arm , signaling her to stay calm .

There were still plenty of people around .

Shes fine .

Mr.

Herrera took her back to her room , Angela said coldly I nodded and tried to stand , my legs unsteady beneath me .

Ill take you back , Isaac said , offering a hand .

I shook my head , my voice distant .

No , thank you , Mr.

Parks Isaac gave me a look of mild frustration .

Dont mention it just treat me to dinner next time .

I smiled weakly , nodding .

Angela gently helped me back to the room .

As I sank into the warm water of the bath , my body still trembling , I felt like I was slipping back into an old , cold place .

I stayed in the bath for half didnt an hour , trying to warm up , but the chill inside me at mealtime .

food was available around the clock .

Once I felt a little better , Angela took me downstairs to the restaurant .

Although it was past As soon as we sat down , we overheard a conversation from the next table , filled with mocking laughter .

I told you , theres no way Mr.

Herrera would give up his first love for some random woman Whats the big deal ? Stealing him from her should be easier than from someone like Miss Harvey : But getting him from the Harvey family ? Good luck with that .

Did you see how Mr.

Herrera rushed to her side the moment Miss Harvey fell into the water ! He practically dove in after her .

One of the women sighed dramatically .

And I heard theyre going to announce their engagement next week .

Angelas face twisted with shock and disbelief Seeing her anger bubble to the surface , I quickly spoke up , trying to defuse the situation .

You dont like him , so whats the point in being upset ? * Laurel , dont you care ! He Hinterrupted , cutting her off .

People have the right to choose .

Even if theyre married , they can get divorced .

1 breathed a sigh of relief when Angela fell silent .

In truth .

Alexs indifference to my life and death didnt hurt as much as it should have .

It was just a transaction .

And maybe , just maybe , it was that way .

People should know their place .