Novel-novel oleh Ruthie. C

LisaThe soft hum of the city outside was drowned by the rhythmic breathing of my sleeping angel. With a cup of milkshake in hand, I tiptoed into the nursery, where the golden morning light painted warm hues across the walls. My little prince lay peacefully in his crib, his tiny fingers curled into loose fists, his delicate lashes fanning over his rosy cheeks. It had only been a few minutes since I left him to make my drink, yet it felt like I had been away for hours.A soft smile stretched across my lips as I leaned over, my heart swelling with indescribable love. Gently, I ran a finger down his velvety cheek, memorizing every inch of his perfect face, his button nose, the tiny lips that occasionally puckered in his sleep. He had his father’s sharp features, but his deep brown eyes were unmistakably mine.The nursery, adorned with plush animals and a celestial-themed mobile, carried the faint scent of baby powder and lavender, creating a cocoon of warmth and tranquility. Alex had gon

LisaDays blurred into weeks, and weeks melted into months. My mother had returned to her hotel in California, the one Alex had set up for her, and transformed it into a thriving five-star establishment. She had always been a force to reckon with, turning every opportunity into something grand. My father, on the other hand, had vanished from my life. A part of me wanted to care, but every time that feeling surfaced, I quickly buried it under a mountain of reasons why he didn’t deserve my concern. Maybe pregnancy had softened my heart, but not enough to forgive a man who had only ever brought me pain.A warm arm wrapped around my waist, pulling me from my storm of thoughts. Gentle fingers caressed my swollen belly, sending waves of warmth through me. I inhaled deeply, recognizing the intoxicating scent of Alex’s cologne before his lips brushed against my ear."What’s troubling my beautiful wife?" His deep voice sent a delicious shiver down my spine.Even after all this time, he still h

LisaA sharp vibration in my palm pulled me from my thoughts. My phone had beeped. A message from Alex."They're here."A slow smirk curved my lips before I quickly wiped it away, returning to my somber expression. The real show was about to begin.Donald’s eyes pleaded with me, his voice shaking under the weight of regret. "I'm really sorry, dear. I didn’t mean to hurt you and your mother."I let out a bitter chuckle, folding my arms. "You didn’t mean to hurt us?" I repeated, my voice dripping with sarcasm. "That’s the best you can come up with? You knew we had nothing. You knew how helpless we were, yet you still left. You abandoned my mother—the woman who stood by you when you had nothing—just to chase after another woman’s wealth. Tell me, Donald, did you hate us that much?"His eyes widened in panic. "No, I don’t! I never did! I love you and your mother. I just...""To hell with your love." My voice rose, my breath shaky as emotions surged through me. "If you cared about us like

LisaMy heels clicked against the polished marble floor as I stepped into the grand hotel lobby. The air was crisp with the scent of expensive cologne and freshly brewed coffee, but even that couldn’t calm the storm raging inside me. I had agreed to meet Mr. Donald, yet with every step toward the room, my heart pounded harder against my ribcage.I had seen him countless times on television, and every time, all I felt was raw, unfiltered hatred. So why was today different? Was it because I would finally see him in person, just the two of us, no cameras, no distractions?I swallowed hard. God, I wish Alex was here. If only he could hold my hand, tell me I’d be alright. But no, I needed to do this alone.A poised young woman in a crisp uniform approached me, her smile polished and professional."Mrs. Marvins, I presume?" Her voice was smooth, almost too welcoming.I nodded."Welcome, ma'am. Please come with me. Mr. Donald has been waiting for you." She gestured toward the stairs, leading

AlexThe tension in the room was suffocating. Monalisa paced back and forth across my study, her heels clicking sharply against the polished floor. Her brows were furrowed, her expression unreadable. The silence stretched between us like a taut rope, ready to snap at any moment.I shifted uneasily in my chair, my fingers gripping the armrests. She had just told me about her confrontation with Lena, about the outrageous claim that she was pregnant with my child. But that was impossible. I had never once had unprotected sex with Lena. So how in the world could she be carrying my child?My jaw clenched as frustration surged through me. This is not right. I hissed under my breath, running a hand through my hair. Why did this have to happen now? Just when things were finally getting better between Monalisa and me?I could feel the storm brewing in the air. Monalisa abruptly stopped pacing and turned to glare at me. My heart pounded. The weight of her gaze was heavier than any accusation sh

DonaldI ran my hand through my hair for what felt like the hundredth time, frustration twisting my gut. How had things gone so wrong? For years, I had considered Mr. Marvin a friend but all this time, he had been nothing more than a snake, lurking in the grass, waiting for the perfect moment to strike.Days ago, my financial secretary called, his voice laced with urgency, to inform me that the Marvins had suddenly withdrawn their shares. Just like that, without warning. And the timing couldn't have been worse. We were in the middle of production for our latest car model. The betrayal hit me like a punch to the gut.Fuming, I had immediately reached out to Mr. Marvin, demanding an explanation. But his response was as cold as ice. “Speak to my daughter-in-law. She’s in charge now.”The audacity.I thought we were about to become family. And yet, they had discarded me like a piece of trash the moment they saw fit. I should have seen this coming. Maybe if I had learned my lesson when the

Anna's POVMy head snapped back to bravely glare at him. He seemed amused and unfazed and one corner of his mouth lifted up. I loathed how he could make my stomach flip even with the slightest move he made. It was so infuriating."Can you stop playing games with me? I don't have time for all this, just let me go" I spat with much venom I could gather."Are you sure you want that?" His enchanting husky voice sounded closer as he took a few more steps. "My dear Anna" He whispered in my ear- his breath sending shivers down my spine.He got closer and forced my back against the glass windows. I tried to move away but he reached out and flattened both of his palms against the glass, imprisoning me between his hands. " No matter what you do Anna, I don't want to ever let you go" He whispered."Go and say that to Jessica" I snarled.He paused. "Are you jealous?""Why would I be jealous? I don't even like you " I challenged. I hoped he believed it because that sounded fake even to my own ears

Anna's POVMy eyes widened in shock to see Frederick staring at me with anger clearly written on his face. What the heck is he doing here?"Frederick? Why are you here?" I finally managed to ask."Why? Are you not happy to see me or am I disrupting something?" Frederick said, glaring at Derrick." Do you know this guy? " Derrick asked, confused.I swallowed hard. " Uhm... He is..just a.." Before I could complete my sentence, Frederick held unto my hand and dragged me up. " Come with me, we have to talk "I jerked my hand off his. "No. I don't want to talk to you" I fired. But he insisted and held unto my hand again."Come with me willingly or I will force you to" Frederick commanded. I stared at him and he gazed steadily back.What does he take me as? After all that had happened, he still had the guts to show up here and force me to go with him. Do I look like a joke?I flinched back when Derrick suddenly dragged me away from Frederick. Before Frederick could do anything, Derrick hel

Anna's POVI tossed and turned in bed, tired of hearing the chirping of the birds.As i turned to lay on my side, the blinding rays of the sun shot through the shades, hitting me right on the eye. Squinting, I stretched before pulling the duvet off my body.Next, I slipped my feet into my flops beside the bed, walked towards the window and pulled the shades open, taking in the sweet fragrance of the breeze that blew across.At that moment, I remembered that I was supposed to have a meeting with Derrick by 9am. I let out a gasp as my eyes fell on the wall clock, it was 8: 30 am already.I have worked with Derrick and one of the mistakes he would never tolerate is keeping him waiting or coming late to his meetings. He had once shot his business partner in the heart for keeping him waiting during one of their business meeting

Martin's POV"Dad" Fredrick called out as soon as I entered his room." What is going on? I just saw Anna leaving your room. What the hell is she doing here? And what did you say to Jessica? "" Anna was drunk yesterday and had a quarrel with her sister. She asked me to take her in and I couldn't say no"" Are you kidding me? But I told you to stay away from her? " I almost yelled." Yes dad. But unfortunately my heart doesn't agree with that" he fired. " Look dad, I have always agreed to whatever you ask me to but I can't on this one. I love Anna and will do anything to make her mine even if it involves bearing your wrath.""What?"" Yes. what do I have to do for you to change your mind" he said, solemnly." Are you saying, I should punish you. And you will gladl

Anita's POVI was seated on the couch, getting a good massage from one of the helpers when the door cracked open to reveal Anna."Good morning Miss Anna" The helpers chorused on seeing her." Keep your silly greetings to yourselves" She bit out, walking to her room.Totally ignoring my presence.What could be wrong?"Don't mind her, I am sure someone made her angry" I said to the maids who were also surprised with her sudden outburst." We understand"I forced a smile and sauntered over to Anna's room.I knocked on the door and pushed it open.She was walking to and fro the room, restlessly."Anna, what's wrong? You were supposed to be in Frederick's house right? "" Yes. But Frederick doesn't want me there" she bit out." What do you mean by that? " I asked, confused." His fiancee visited and guess what? he asked me to go hide" she replied. "Jeez! Do I look like some

Frederick's POVJust then, we heard a knock on the door." Frederick are you there?"Jessica!I stood up abruptly.Holy moly! What the hell is she doing here and why does she have to come here today?" Frederick" Jessica called out again with a knock on the door.I looked at Anna who was still seated on the bed unperturbed."It's Jessica" I whispered, stating the obvious." Yeah I know. What about it? " She shrugged."What are we going to do? I don't want her to cause a scene" I whispered." Excuse me! Are you saying I should go and hide or something? " She arched her brows." Yes"" What? No! I won't do that" she exclaimed."Please. It's just for a while" i begged.I know Jessica will definitely create a scene if she meets Anna in my room. And I don't want dad to find out about this, he would feel bad." No! Why should I do that? We are not doing

Saphira's POVI was in my sacred room meditating and studying the book of the supernatural when I suddenly became restless.. I felt something wasn't right but what could that be?I tried to get rid of the feeling but it persisted.. I couldn't concentrate on what I was reading, so I dropped the book and sat down on the tiled floor.My heart what are you trying to tell me?I closed my eyes and laid my hand on my chest.. I saw myself speedily going down a dark tunnel and shortly after that, I saw the image of corovi..He had a blood shot eyes, filled with rage..The trance cleared off and I opened my eyes sweating profusely.Oh no! This isn't good..What's that monster up to now?I have to go stop him."Base on the divine connection between corovi and I..I pray oh wind, please take me to him now" I enchanted, with closed eyes

Corovi's POVI really don't know why Sapphira is ready to pay such huge amount of money just to stay in my house. I find it fishy but since I really needed the money, I had to agree to her biddings. But I will keep my eyes on her, the moment she tries to double-cross me; I will cut her off without second thoughts.I heaved out a deep breath and pushed open the door to her room without a knock I blinked my eyes in surprise as they came in contact with the beautiful damsel who was seated on the sofa, a few metres away.Saphira was dressed in a short black skirt and a pink tank top coupled with black sneakers. She wore a light make up and her long brown shadowed hair was tied up in a ponytail. It has been a while I have seen her this beautifully dressed.Beautiful? Beautiful my foot."Hey! Can't you knock before entering

Episode 21 Corovi's POV"I'm not leaving!!" She blurted...I stopped immediately and turned to face her."What?""You heard me right.. I am not leaving""Why?" I asked, confused.She has always wanted to to leave why did she suddenly change her mind."Hey! You forcefully took me away from my house and now you wanna throw me out just like that? Are you kidding me?"" What do you want?"" Since my family would not want to take me in until I fulfill my mission, you will have to give me a house at least. " she snarled.."Tsh! You make me laugh..do you think I run a charity organization or what?" I scoffed.."I know you would say this but what if i pay you $1 million as a yearly rent" she asked..

Episode 20 Corovi's POVI slowly opened my eyes to behold Zach - he was seated beside my bed..I sat up as yesterday's event flashed into my mind..What the fuck!How can a single blow on my heart have such effect on me?A whole corovi has been defeated by a lady..What would my followers think of me..No! This can't be happening.."Good morning my Lord" Zach greeted with a slight bow.."What's so good about this morning? My honor has been destroyed! My reputation has been toyed with" I yelled.."I'm sorry my Lord!""Phew.. I am so confused..did you see the state I was in yesterday?""Yes my Lord! I was shocked when you came back with a bleeding heart""And can you imagine that a single blow on my heart caused my entire

Episode 19 Corovi's POVThe fight is becoming more tougher than I expected..Geez! How could she had practice amidst those terrible punishment I unleashed on her..Zach was right, maybe I shouldn't have spared her life..Its time I put an end to this..I stamped my foot causing dust to blew into her eyes..She tried to see through the dust but it was too late..I grabbed her neck and pressed my hands firmly against it ."Arrrrgh" she yelled,trying to set herself free..I was almost strangling her to death when she suddenly forced a strong wind from her mouth..I tried to resist the wind but it was too strong..it pushed me back,

Episode 18 Corovi's POV"I can't believe this! That lady has the guts to challenge you" muyo said.."It's a big insult to you my Lord" Kiba added.."Exactly my point! I never liked her from the beginning" muyo sneered.Muyo,kiba and zach are my cabinets..They agreed to follow me down to earth because I promised to give them a share of the earth.."Don't worry, I'll teach her the lesson of her life such that next time she will never dare to challenge the almighty corovi" I said through gritted teeth."My lord, with all due respect I don't think you did the right thing by keeping her alive.." Zach my seer said.."Why? Do you think she can defeat me?" I asked.."No my Lord,but that is what the prophecy said" he replied..